E393 - Why Perfect Systems Are More Effective Than Perfect Employees

As entrepreneurs, we often find ourselves in a situation where even our loftiest goals seem more attainable than a good night's sleep. Although it may seem like sacrificing sleep and obsessing about productivity is the only way to achieve high growth in your business, today’s guest shows us what you actually need to focus on to scale your business to the next level. <<>> Today we are joined by Bob Fraser, the Co-Founder and Principal at Aspen Funds, a private real estate investment fund manager. Before founding Aspen Funds, Bob grew his tech start-up from 2 to 300 employees in five years, becoming one of the largest venture companies in the midwest. In this episode, we are going to discuss… How to use systems and KPIs to unlock exponential growth within your business. Why passive investors should look for scalable systems within a sponsor’s business before making an investment decision. What personality tests and hiring tactics Bob uses to ensure a potential employee will fit into his company’s culture. Bob’s transition from being a computer geek who raised $100k from his mom to a business operations expert who raised $44m in venture capital. <<>> If you are a passive investor who wants to ensure that the sponsors you choose are built to last, or you are an entrepreneur who wants to perfect the systems that will allow you to scale, Bob’s insights may be exactly what you need. Take Control, Hunter Thompson Resources mentioned in the podcast: 1. Aspen Funds 2. DISC Profile Assessment 3. Kolbe System 4. Clifton Strengths Assessment 5. 123 Tests - Free Psychological Tests 6. “Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business” by Gino Wickman 7. “Scaling Up: How a Few Companies Make It...and Why the Rest Don't (Rockefeller Habits 2.0)” by Verne Harnish 8. “Ready, Fire, Aim: Zero to $100 Million in No Time Flat” by Michael Masterson Interested in investing in ATMs? Check out our webinar.   Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high degree of risk, including illiquidity of the investment and loss of principal. Please refer to the subscription agreement for a discussion of risk factors. Tired of scrambling for capital?  Check out our new FREE webinar -  How to Ensure You Never Scramble for Capital Again (The 3 Capital-Raising Secrets). Click Here to register.   CFC Podcast Facebook Group