Ep. 15: Revenue Is Growing — So Why Does Everything Still Feel So Fragile?
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You’re hitting new revenue highs. Clients are coming in. The team is full.
And yet… everything feels like it’s one step away from collapse.
If stepping away for even a few days means missed deadlines, last-minute Slack messages, or stalled projects—your business isn’t scaling. It’s straining.
In today’s episode, Kelli Rowan unpacks the critical difference between growth and scalability. You’ll discover why more money doesn’t mean more maturity… and what’s really driving the fragility behind the scenes.
Inside this episode:
✔️ Why high revenue often hides operational cracks
✔️ The 4 warning signs you’re growing broken, not strong
✔️ What scalability actually looks like for 7- and 8-figure businesses
✔️ Why more hires, tools, or offers won’t fix operational brittleness
✔️ The 5 core elements to build instead: systems, team ownership, delivery clarity, operational visibility, and CEO elevation
This one’s a must-listen for any high-growth founder who’s tired of holding the business together with sheer effort.
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