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EP # 227 - Build a Sellable Business: The Scale Infrastructure to Hit 7 Figures
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One of the top reasons businesses fail? Growing too fast without the right infrastructure.
In this final episode of our three-part scaling series, I'm breaking down Pillar 3: Systems & Scale Infrastructure—the operational systems, financial clarity, time management strategies, and team building approach you need to scale sustainably.
You'll learn about:
- Building operational systems that deliver consistent quality
- Understanding your finances
- Design your CEO schedule and know when to hire
- Create a high-performing team culture
- Build a business that runs without you
I also share my personal burnout story and the "Swiss clock team" I built that operated seamlessly—giving me the freedom to leave corporate and go full-time in my business eventually.
The result? A sellable business that scales without burning you out.
Book a complimentary consultation at stairwaytoleadership.com
Key Takeaways
- Sustainable growth beats fast growth - Scaling too quickly without infrastructure can destroy your business
- Three components of scale infrastructure - Operations, financials, and team/time management
- Revenue ≠ Profit - Track your profit margins, cash flow, and break-even point
- Document everything - SOPs, client journey maps, and continuous improvement processes
- Hire strategically - Know when you're too busy, optimize first, then hire
- Build team culture - Mission, values, and vision should be felt daily, not just written
- Design your CEO time - Reduce client-facing hours, focus on high-impact activities
- The compound effect - Small, strategic weekly steps create massive transformation
- Business that runs without you - The ultimate goal for freedom and sellability
- Peace of mind matters - Financial clarity + capable team = less stress and anxiety
Timestamps (Optional - Add if Desired)
- 00:00 - Introduction & Series Recap
- 01:00 - Why Fast Growth Can Kill Your Business
- 03:00 - Pillar 3: Systems & Scale Infrastructure Overview
- 06:00 - My Personal Burnout Story
- 07:00 - Operational Systems: Client Journey & SOPs
- 10:00 - KPIs That Matter
- 12:00 - Financial Systems: Beyond Revenue to Profit
- 16:00 - Time Management & When to Hire
- 20:00 - Team Building, Delegation & Leadership
- 24:00 - Energy Management & Work-Life Boundaries
- 28:00 - The Swiss Clock Team Story
- 31:00 - What High Performance Looks Like
- 34:00 - Final Thoughts & Next Week's Preview
Resources Mentioned
- Episode 225: The Three Pillars Every Service Business Needs to Scale to Six Figures and Beyond
- Episode 226: From Feast or Famine to Predictable Revenue: The Client Acquisition Engine
- Book a Complimentary Consultation: htts://stairwaytoleadership.com
Connect with Maggie
Website: https://stairwaytoleadership.com
455 episodes
EP # 227 - Build a Sellable Business: The Scale Infrastructure to Hit 7 Figures
Diamond Effect - Strategies to Scale Your Service Business as a Sellable Asset
Manage episode 519375012 series 2949688
One of the top reasons businesses fail? Growing too fast without the right infrastructure.
In this final episode of our three-part scaling series, I'm breaking down Pillar 3: Systems & Scale Infrastructure—the operational systems, financial clarity, time management strategies, and team building approach you need to scale sustainably.
You'll learn about:
- Building operational systems that deliver consistent quality
- Understanding your finances
- Design your CEO schedule and know when to hire
- Create a high-performing team culture
- Build a business that runs without you
I also share my personal burnout story and the "Swiss clock team" I built that operated seamlessly—giving me the freedom to leave corporate and go full-time in my business eventually.
The result? A sellable business that scales without burning you out.
Book a complimentary consultation at stairwaytoleadership.com
Key Takeaways
- Sustainable growth beats fast growth - Scaling too quickly without infrastructure can destroy your business
- Three components of scale infrastructure - Operations, financials, and team/time management
- Revenue ≠ Profit - Track your profit margins, cash flow, and break-even point
- Document everything - SOPs, client journey maps, and continuous improvement processes
- Hire strategically - Know when you're too busy, optimize first, then hire
- Build team culture - Mission, values, and vision should be felt daily, not just written
- Design your CEO time - Reduce client-facing hours, focus on high-impact activities
- The compound effect - Small, strategic weekly steps create massive transformation
- Business that runs without you - The ultimate goal for freedom and sellability
- Peace of mind matters - Financial clarity + capable team = less stress and anxiety
Timestamps (Optional - Add if Desired)
- 00:00 - Introduction & Series Recap
- 01:00 - Why Fast Growth Can Kill Your Business
- 03:00 - Pillar 3: Systems & Scale Infrastructure Overview
- 06:00 - My Personal Burnout Story
- 07:00 - Operational Systems: Client Journey & SOPs
- 10:00 - KPIs That Matter
- 12:00 - Financial Systems: Beyond Revenue to Profit
- 16:00 - Time Management & When to Hire
- 20:00 - Team Building, Delegation & Leadership
- 24:00 - Energy Management & Work-Life Boundaries
- 28:00 - The Swiss Clock Team Story
- 31:00 - What High Performance Looks Like
- 34:00 - Final Thoughts & Next Week's Preview
Resources Mentioned
- Episode 225: The Three Pillars Every Service Business Needs to Scale to Six Figures and Beyond
- Episode 226: From Feast or Famine to Predictable Revenue: The Client Acquisition Engine
- Book a Complimentary Consultation: htts://stairwaytoleadership.com
Connect with Maggie
Website: https://stairwaytoleadership.com
455 episodes
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