Brett Gilliland joins Bryan Hatch on The Intentional Way to break down the key principles of building a thriving seven to eight figure business with intention. He shares powerful insights on setting a clear vision, aligning your team, and creating systems that drive sustainable, long-term success. Brett reveals why so many entrepreneurs get stuck in the day-to-day grind and how they can finally break free to scale without sacrificing their purpose or culture along the way.

They dive deep into the mindset shifts required to move from operator to true leader, the discipline of tracking time and resources, and the importance of surrounding yourself with people who align with your mission. Brett also shares personal stories of helping companies create magnetic cultures that naturally attract top talent.

If you’re an entrepreneur looking to grow your business while staying aligned with your mission, this episode will give you the tools to do it with clarity and confidence. You’ll walk away ready to take more intentional action toward building a business, and a life that, reflects what matters most to you.

[00:02:34] - Brett shares his proudest, lesser-known accomplishment: being acknowledged by Jim Collins

[00:05:30] - Brett reflects on earning 'Best Places to Work' after initial failure

[00:10:56] - How Brett helped codify company culture, hiring, and onboarding with intentionality

[00:12:08] - Brett shares Jim Collins' advice: 'A leader’s #1 job is to set the vision'

[00:14:00] - How to carve out time to work on the business, not just in it

[00:15:58] - The three core responsibilities of a business owner: Vision, Team, Resources

[00:17:39] - Why entrepreneurs struggle to let go: Identity, Control, and Cost

[00:21:56] - Align your business with your personal intention for life and impact

[00:24:17] - The difference between wishing for growth and committing to intentional action

[00:26:00] - Three alignment indicators: Time, Money, and People

[00:29:55] - The power of tracking time and money to uncover true priorities

[00:32:00] - The Power of Tracking Time and Money to Align with Intentions

[00:34:01] - Brett explains the real purpose behind values: articulate what already exists

[00:41:00] - Brett introduces the concept of Rhythms & Discipline to maintain intentionality

You can find out more about Brett on his website: https://growwithelite.com/brett-gilliland/

You can also connect with Brett on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/built2lastchamp/

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