The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra

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Join us as Mark Mears, Chief Growth Officer at LEAF Growth Ventures in Kansas City, shares valuable insights from his extensive marketing experience with brands like Pizza Hut and McDonald's. As the author of The Purposeful Growth Revolution, Mark advocates for intentional kindness and impactful leadership over profit.

Mark emphasizes leadership, engagement, accountability, and fulfillment for personal and professional growth, drawing wisdom from mentors like David Novak and David Overton. Through faith and purposeful action, he’s overcome challenges and inspired others to stay committed to their goals.

Don’t miss this chance to learn from Mark Mears on mastering leadership, fueling growth, and creating a lasting legacy. Join us now!

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🔗 Email: [email protected]

🔗 Website: https://www.markamears.com/

🔗 Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markamears/

🔗 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leaf-growth-ventures-llc/

What’s in this episode:00:56  Who is our guest for today, and what does he do

01:09  Where did he grow up and study

01:36 How did he get career opportunities

06:00 Why is legacy important to him

06:36  What inspired him to write the book

07:37 Who are some mentors that shaped him

07:57 How does he define leadership vs. management

09:45 What’s his goal for relational leadership

12:57 captainscouncil.com

14:34 How do founders grow without guidelines

15:34 What inspired him to write the book on purposeful growth

21:24 How did he see meaning in the fig tree moment

21:47 What role did faith play in overcoming setbacks

22:47 How did helping his church grow impact him personally

23:47 What does FUD stand for, and how does it affect growth

25:34 How can faith, hope, and belief overcome fear, uncertainty, and doubt

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Welcome back to The Growth and Scaling Podcast! 

Get inspired by Steven Montgomery, founder and CEO of ResiBrands, as he shares his journey from being broke to building a thriving franchise empire in the home service industry. Starting at 21, he built one of Texas’s largest businesses, doubling revenue from 2019 to 2021. Pivoting to franchising during the pandemic, he now leads 200 franchisees across 600 locations.

But the road to success wasn’t without its challenges. Steven candidly shares his struggles shifting from a hands-on technician to an inspirational leader. He dives into the everyday hurdles new franchise owners face, from managing projects to mastering sales, all while stressing the vital role of community, support, and mental resilience in overcoming adversity.

Ready to unlock your entrepreneurial potential? Join us for invaluable insights that could change your life! Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and become part of our growing community—your journey to thriving in blue-collar trades starts now!

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Ways to connect with Steven Montgomery:   

🔗 Website: https://resibrands.com/

🔗 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resibrands

🔗 Company Twitter: http://twitter.com/resibrands

🔗 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@resibrands

🔗 Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/resibrands

🔗 Company Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/resibrands

🔗 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/resibrands/

🔗 Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-montgomery-7a452846/

What’s in this episode:01:10 Who is our guest for today and what inspired him to start his business in-home service franchising

02:10 How did his background and family influence his journey in painting

03:58 What motivated him to adopt a franchise model for growth

07:10 How does he help franchisees transition into leadership roles

07:41 What makes his franchise system work for people with no trade experience

09:48 Why did he decide to hire a business coach

12:03 captainscouncil.com

14:50 How has his approach helped franchisees expand into multiple brands or cities

16:07 What advice does he give for overcoming mindset challenges in business

19:48 How does he build community for franchisees

23:23 What makes franchising simple but not easy

24:52 Why might franchising not suit everyone

26:33 What’s the story behind the Burger King franchise success

27:00 How did he grow his business into 1,000 stores

28:52 What tools and processes does Resibrands offer

30:32 Why is franchising great for service industry professionals

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Welcome back to The Growth and Scaling Podcast! 

Join us for an inspiring episode as Matt McLean, CEO and founder of Uncle Matt's Organic, shares his journey in building America’s leading organic orange juice brand, now found in over 15,000 stores. 

As a fourth-generation Florida citrus grower, Matt highlights his 25 years in business, the brand's expansion into lemonades and tea, and how he successfully competed against giants like Tropicana using word-of-mouth and social media. He also opens up about his challenges, including citrus greening disease and the pressure of short shelf life.

Don’t miss this insightful episode! Tune in to "From Groves to Glory: How Uncle Matt's Organic Don't miss this exciting story of resilience and innovation! Tune in to "From Groves to Glory: How Uncle Matt's Organic Became America's Top Orange Juice Brand" and discover the secrets behind Uncle Matt's success!

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🔗 Website: http://www.unclematts.com/

🔗 YouTube: www.youtube.com/@unclemattsorganic

🔗 Company Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/unclematts

🔗 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/unclemattsorganic/

🔗 Company Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/unclematts

🔗 Company Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/unclemattsorganic

🔗 Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-mclean-5507733/

🔗 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uncle-matt's-organic/

What’s in this episode:01:17 Who is our guest for today, and what does he do

02:03 What juices does he make

02:26 What inspired him to start juicing in 1999

03:21 How did his upbringing influence his path in the juice business

04:38 How did he adapt to the tech side of agriculture

05:27 Who helped him with the creative side of his brand

06:26 How does he manage growth with a small budget

07:49 What drives his business growth and marketing success

09:02 How does he ensure quality and build relationships with farmers

10:38 captainscouncil.com

13:20 What advice does he give to entrepreneurs about building a team

16:41 How does he decide which sales channels to focus on

19:32 What are his thoughts on avoiding shiny object syndrome

19:52 How does he adapt when customer preferences change

20:31 How did he achieve his first big win in distribution

23:39 How did he handle emotions and responsibilities on 9/11

24:08 What unexpected challenges arose after expanding to 1,000 stores

24:32 How did he manage sourcing and scaling for larger distribution

27:37 What logistics challenges did he face working with Publix

28:58 How are his growth lessons similar to others in different industries

29:30 What are the key themes he’s learned from decades in business

Please like, share, and subscribe to our podcast channels! 

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Join Neil Twa, CEO of Voltage Holdings, LLC, as he reveals his 17 years of e-commerce success in physical products and branding! Discover how he used Amazon FBA, TikTok, and Shopify to drive growth and achieved seven figures in revenues by 2014-2015 with multiple businesses.

Learn his killer strategies, including a launch plan that generated $5,000 daily from a bed sheet line in just eight days, and how he tackled product development setbacks and financial challenges in the oil and gas sector.

Want more insights? Check out E-Commerce Secrets: How a Father of Four Built a Multi-Million Dollar Empire! Remember to like, share, and subscribe!

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Ways to connect with Neil Twa:   

🔗 Website: https://www.voltagedm.com/

🔗 Company Twitter: https://twitter.com/voltagefba/

🔗 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbabusinessbuilders/

🔗 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NeilTwavoltage/

🔗 Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neiltwa/

🔗 Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neiltwa/

🔗 Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neiltwa/

🔗 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/voltage-holdings-llc/

What’s in this episode:

00:58 Who is today’s guest, and what does he do?

00:58 How does he balance family and e-commerce?

01:24  What niche does he focus on and how does he expand brands across channels?

01:43 Why does he start with Amazon FBA?

02:44 How has he built and scaled businesses since 2012?

03:34 What challenges does he face with product success?

04:20 How does he innovate without inventing?

05:26 What products does he avoid, and why?

07:37 What’s an example of a successful product?

08:34 What other products does he sell and scale?

09:54 What makes his differentiation strategy unique?

11:12 Why do some founders struggle to innovate?

11:54 How does he handle excuses blocking execution?

13:12 How does he scale a product to profit?

14:12 What process does he follow for successful product launches?

15:22 Does he work on client brands or his own?

15:58 How does he manage operations without a large team?

18:36 What opportunities does he offer aspiring operators?

19:56 What happened when he tried managing logistics in-house?

20:04 How has Amazon's logistics system changed his approach?

21:01 How does he balance finding products, manufacturers, and distribution?

21:17 What is his strategy for working with international manufacturers?

21:53 Why is he prioritizing onshore manufacturing?

22:05 What motivates him to bring manufacturing back to the U.S.?

22:19 What mistakes has he made with people, processes, and tools?

22:57 How did he handle setbacks with analytics and tool development?

24:23 Why does he protect intellectual property and lead data?

24:34 What results has he achieved with his unique process?

25:08 What is his exit strategy for scaling businesses?

25:35 How did market conditions impact his acquisition plans?

28:31 How does he support the full business lifecycle with partners?

28:46 What role does his partner play in their ventures?

👉 If you're looking for tips and strategies to grow and scale your business, this episode is for you!

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Join Michael Jacobson, CEO of French Florist, as he shares his inspiring journey from helping his uncle's struggling floral shop to leading the largest florist in Los Angeles, projected to hit $10 million in revenue this year! 

Discover how French Florist's innovative online fulfillment model processes 150-200 daily orders and supports local florists through a unique franchise system and extensive training via French Florist University. Michael also dives into the challenges of the highly fragmented $19 billion floral industry, where no single brand dominates. 

Tune in to see how he's modernizing the floral business while supporting traditional mom-and-pop shops. Think florals are simple? Discover the secrets to cracking the $19 billion industry code!

Ways to connect with Michael Jacobson:

🔗 Email: [email protected]

🔗 Website: https://www.frenchflorist.com/

🔗 Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/frenchflorist/

🔗 YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/FrenchFloristLosAngeles

🔗 Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/french-florist-los-angeles

🔗 Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frenchflorist

🔗 Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frenchflorist

🔗 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/french-florist/

🔗 Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelrichardjacobson/

What’s in this episode:

00:40 Who is our guest for today and how he started in the floral industry

01:20 His unique approach to floral business

01:51 Managing multiple stores and online orders

03:00 Retaining customers effectively

04:57 Vision for disrupting the floral industry

06:33 Why the florist industry stagnates

08:13 Transitioning from consulting to owning flower shops

11:30 Visit captainscouncil.com

13:35 Franchising as a scaling strategy

15:35 Future goals for his business

17:46 How to take the first steps

18:41 What drives growth strategy

21:19 Who benefits most from this

22:26 What key challenges arise

25:19 How to overcome roadblocks

26:14 What tools can help

30:05 How success is measured

31:24 What’s next for this journey

👉 I highly suggest you watch this entire exchange between Micahael Jacobson and Todd Westra.

👉 If you're looking for tips and strategies to grow and scale your business, this episode is for you!

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Welcome back to The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra! 

Feeling overwhelmed by rapid growth and constant bottlenecks? In this episode, Joshua Monge, Managing Owner and Executive Consultant, explains how a fractional COO can streamline operations, align teams, and eliminate inefficiencies to fuel sustainable growth.

Joshua discusses the challenges businesses face while scaling—like poor organization, long hours, and delegation struggles—and shares how documented processes and structured workflows can reduce micromanagement and boost accountability. Using tools like ClickUp and Lucidchart, he helps businesses implement systems for lasting success.

Ready to transform your business? Tune in to discover how a fractional COO can turn chaos into clarity, making your business more efficient and ready for growth. Don’t miss it!

Ways to connect with Joshua Monge:

🔗 Website: https://thinkadaptbuild.com/

🔗 Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrjdmonge/

🔗 Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thinkadaptbuild/

🔗 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/think-adapt-build-llc/

🔗 Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Think+Adapt+Build+LLC/@36.1533207,-95.9900394,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x87b6eb6c95b2cef3:0xd72fffe8500874c4!8m2!3d36.1533207!4d-95.9900394!16s%2Fg%2F11kr6__x2v?entry=ttu

👉 I highly suggest you watch this entire exchange between Joshua Monge and Todd Westra.

👉 If you're looking for tips and strategies to grow and scale your business, this episode is for you!

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Welcome back to The Growth and Scaling Podcast! 

What if you could reclaim a billion hours of sleep? Kevin Lavelle, a father, husband, and two-time founder, made that possible with Harbor’s world-leading baby monitor and Remote Night Nanny service. He also revolutionized menswear with Mizzen+Main, the first performance fabric dress shirt, which generated nine-figure revenue.

In this episode, Kevin shares how he transformed baby monitors with smart features like cloud integration and affordable sleep support. He also reveals lessons from growing Mizzen+Main, including building athlete partnerships, leveraging podcast sponsorships, and the power of customer feedback.

Kevin opens up about early challenges at Mizzen+Main, including uncertain sales and breaking into wholesale markets. By focusing on value and listening to customers, Kevin turned rejection into success. Tune in to Behind the Scenes: Building a Brand That Helps Families Rest Easy for more!

Ways to connect with Kevin Lavelle:

🔗 Website: https://www.harbor.co/

🔗 Company Twitter: https://twitter.com/harborsleep

🔗 Company Facebook: https://facebook.com/harborsleep

🔗 Company Instagram: https://instagram.com/harborsleep

🔗 Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinlavelle/

🔗 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harborsleep/

What’s in this episode:

01:11 Who is our guest for today and what is his background

02:30 How has his new product impacted families

03:45 How is his baby monitor solving sleep issues

06:10 What is the second innovation his company offers

07:20 captainscouncil.com

10:16 What clicked for him during his first business’s growth

11:03 How did he achieve leverage through target markets and marketing

14:22 What advice has shaped his approach to distribution

16:02 How did he solve challenges for boutique operators

20:40 What surprises has he faced in partnerships

21:56 What is his approach to different buyer personas

23:16 How does he evaluate if a store aligns with his brand

24:46 What steps did he take to build customer insights

25:42 Why is talking to actual customers crucial for him

28:20 How does he recommend gathering customer data

28:33 What practical steps can he suggest for customer research

30:55 What resources does he offer to help families

👉 I highly suggest you watch this entire exchange between Kevin Lavelle and Todd Westra.

👉 If you're looking for tips and strategies to grow and scale your business, this episode is for you!

✅ 1. Subscribe and Listen to ⁠The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra ⁠

✅ 2. Supercharge your growth and tap into the wisdom of others. Schedule a pre-podcast call today. 👉https://content.toddwestra.com/

✅ 3. Join our CEO peer advisory board and be part of a supportive community of like-minded leaders. 👉⁠https://captainscouncil.com/home⁠

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Full episode details here: https://links.growthandscaling.com/457

Welcome back to The Growth and Scaling Podcast! 

Ever wonder how a small company can disrupt a multi-billion-dollar industry? Lewis Cook, CEO of Catapult Print, reveals how he took his company from a design agency to a $65M leader in the food label industry. Specializing in labels for highly perishable goods like pasta sauces and fresh produce, Catapult Print offers record-fast turnarounds—sometimes as quick as five days—with a focus on quality and customer service.

In this episode, Lewis shares the secret sauce behind Catapult's rise: speed, innovation, and a laser focus on the food and beverage market. He explains how they broke through industry skepticism, revolutionized label production, and scaled to become a go-to provider for some of the biggest names in grocery stores.

Tune in to hear how Catapult Print is shaking up the label game and why their growth story is just getting started. Don't miss out on this inside look at one of the most innovative companies in the food production world!

Ways to connect with Lewis Cook:

🔗 Website: https://www.catapultprint.com/

🔗 Company Twitter: https://x.com/catapultprint

🔗 Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/catapultprint/

🔗 Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catapultprint/

🔗 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/catapultprint/

🔗 Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewiscookwearecatapult/

What’s in this episode:

00:00 Intro

01:08 Who is our guest for today and what is his position at Catapult Print

01:52 What issue did he see and solve in printing

02:57 Where does he mention their distribution areas

03:37 How does he highlight labels' role in buying decisions

05:23 What challenges did he see with traditional printers

06:52 How does he reflect on decisions driving growth

07:55 What changes simplified manufacturing

09:01 How do they ensure fast lead times and win clients

09:27 What advantage comes from fast turnarounds

10:25 captainscouncil.com

12:22 How does he prove their claims in a tough market

13:33 What pushback did he face disrupting the market

15:06 How does he say no to clients but still make them happy

17:25 What drives his transparency and passion for doing things differently

18:33 How does he stay disciplined in not overpromising to clients

19:01 What helps him maintain focus while scaling the business

20:46 What manufacturing principles guide his operations and growth

22:13 Why does he view his business as an underdog in the industry

23:37 Where does he balance heavy upfront costs and growing revenue

25:51 How does he feel about consistently breaking revenue records

27:40 What steps has he taken to build a strong, independent team culture

👉 I highly suggest you watch this entire exchange between Lewis Cook and Todd Westra.

👉 If you're looking for tips and strategies to grow and scale your business, this episode is for you!

✅ 1. Subscribe and Listen to ⁠The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra ⁠

✅ 2. Supercharge your growth and tap into the wisdom of others. Schedule a pre-podcast call today. 👉https://content.toddwestra.com/

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Full episode details here: https://links.growthandscaling.com/456

Welcome back to The Growth and Scaling Podcast! 

Join us for an inspiring episode with Dr. Jeff Standridge, managing director of Innovation Junkie. With a background as an angel investor and co-founder of Cadron Capital Partners, Dr. Jeff helps startups and organizations turn their dreams into reality. He will share his expertise in strategic growth planning, customer discovery, and addressing challenges like lack of direction and the importance of setting clear, actionable goals.

Dr. Jeff will also discuss the crucial role of exit strategies in enhancing your business's value, even for non-scalable ventures, and the benefits of seeking third-party perspectives to spark essential growth discussions.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a seasoned leader with military and entrepreneurial experience. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, Dr. Jeff's insights will provide valuable tools for your success. Tune in to "How to Turn Your Business Dreams into Reality: What You Need to Know!" and start transforming your aspirations into achievements!

Ways to connect with Dr. Jeff D. Standridge:

🔗 Website: http://innovationjunkie.com/

🔗 Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffstandridge/

🔗 Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/innovationjunkie

🔗 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3BjXy9lsEi638XUWkeuoZf

🔗 Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationjunkie/

🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr59Z3AlLKwj-7Xci9e0Cog

🔗 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/innovation-junkie/

🔗 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innovation-junkies/id1564803880

What’s in this episode:

👉 I highly suggest you watch this entire exchange between Dr. Jeff D. Standridge and ⭐️Todd Westra 📈

👉 If you're looking for tips and strategies to grow and scale your business, this episode is for you!

✅ 1. Subscribe and Listen to ⁠The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra ⁠

✅ 2. Supercharge your growth and tap into the wisdom of others. Schedule a pre-podcast call today. 

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✅ 3. Join our CEO peer advisory board and be part of a supportive community of like-minded leaders. 👉 ⁠https://captainscouncil.com/home⁠

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Welcome back to The Growth and Scaling Podcast! 

Meet John Ghiorso, a post-exit agency founder who scaled and sold his first agency after a decade of success. Since his 2020 exit, he’s on a mission to launch five new marketing agencies, starting with Influence Social, which specializes in LinkedIn marketing for B2B growth.

John outlines his strategic vision for achieving big goals through manageable steps and emphasizes niche focus while cautioning against complacency. He aims to help companies scale using successful sales strategies. However, he also confronts challenges like standing out in a crowded market, managing staffing and client expectations, and adapting to trends like TikTok.

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Ways to connect with John Ghiorso:

🔗 Website: http://orcapac.com/

🔗 Company Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrcaPac

🔗 Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnghiorso/

🔗Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrcaPacificLLC/

🔗 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/orcapacific/

🔗Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orca_pacific_agency/

🔗YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLTH5V_bukbATvfxkKCq7Sg

What’s in this episode:

00:38 Who is our guest for today, and what does he do

00:49 What led him to start new agencies after his exit

01:07 How did he feel about exiting his first agency

01:10 Why did he decide to come out of retirement

02:34 How does he plan to structure his agency journey

03:45 How does his first agency use LinkedIn for branding

04:32 What’s the role of paid media in his agency’s LinkedIn model

05:22 What’s the goal of his second agency launching in January

08:01 Who is his ideal client or avatar for these agencies

08:38 captainscouncil.com

11:09 What lesson did he learn about timing and scaling in his first agency

12:21 How did a competitor achieve higher growth than he did

13:53 Why did he choose to focus solely on Amazon in 2016

18:18What advice does he give to someone struggling with too many product options and unsure what to prioritize

22:11 How does he view the role of agencies in filling gaps created by rapid technological changes

24:55 How does he approach building niche agencies with strong leaders and specialized services

25:25 What does he recommend for founders on prioritizing roles in a small organization

28:54 How does he approach the initial launch of a new agency or business venture

30:13 What challenges does he anticipate after launching and scaling a business

👉 I highly suggest you watch this entire exchange between John Ghiorso and ⭐️Todd Westra 📈

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