Why Your Business Growth Has Stalled (Hint: It's You)

Your business isn't growing—and the problem isn't your strategy or the market. It's you.

Is your business stuck? Are you working harder than ever—but not seeing results? Most entrepreneurs think the answer is more hustle, better tactics, and a bigger to-do list. But what if the real problem isn't out there? What if it's you?

Brad Farris has spent 20 years helping service firm owners and entrepreneurs break through growth plateaus. His insight? Your business can only grow as much as you do. And if you're at $1M or beyond, the mindset that got you here won't take you further.

In this episode, Brad Farris reveals why hustle stops working after $1M, what mindset shifts every entrepreneur needs to scale, and how to lead from the inside out so your team and business can thrive. If you've ever felt stuck, this conversation will change how you think about growth forever.

In this conversation, we explore what's really holding you back—and how to shift:

1. Why hustling harder won't scale your business (and what will).
2. The mindset shift every owner must make around $1M and beyond.
3. How to focus on the top 10% and bottom 10% for maximum leverage.
4. Why flow beats grind—and how to reclaim energy by eliminating drains.
5. A simple process for regular reflection that unlocks clarity.

Brad also shares powerful stories about letting go of control, navigating identity shifts, and why leadership starts with self-awareness.

If you've ever thought, "I just need to work harder," this episode will change the way you lead and live.

Money Learning:

Old belief: More hustle equals more growth.

New belief: Sustainable growth starts with YOU. Your business can only grow to the extent that you do.

Guest Bio:

Brad Farris isn't your typical coach or business advisor. While others focus on strategies and tactics, Brad helps leaders and professional service firm owners unlock sustainable growth by leading from the inside out. He believes that who you are being is more important than what you are doing, and that your business can only grow to the extent that you do.

Drawing on 20 years of experience working with hundreds of leaders, Brad understands that the biggest barrier to growth is between your ears. He cuts through the noise of conventional "hustle" advice to help you cultivate self-awareness, clarify your vision for success (whatever that looks like for you), and develop practical leadership skills to build a thriving, values-driven business.

Links:

Website: http://www.anchoradvisors.com/growth-phase

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/anchor-advisors-ltd./

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChJmRfuqE5P5iVi_AZcZy3g

Key Discussion Points:

1. Why the hustle that worked early on becomes your biggest growth blocker
2. Common identity traps leaders face as they scale
3. How to build a business aligned with your values, not just revenue
4. Practical tips to regain focus, energy, and flow

Ready to Break Through Your Growth Ceiling?

If your business feels stuck, the answer isn't another hack or more hustle—it's looking inward.

Your business can only grow as much as you do.

So, what's one small shift you can make today? Start by listening to the full conversation with Brad Farris—you'll discover practical ways to reclaim your time, lead with clarity, and build a business that truly serves your life.

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Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul

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