From Cool Boss to Real Leader: Lessons from Kaaum’s Explosive Growth

We’re back from hiatus and celebrating a milestone episode—our first time recording under our new name Savvion! And what better way to mark the occasion than with longtime client, leader, and unapologetic powerhouse Rebecca Moore, co-founder of Kaaum Enterprises. Rebecca has grown her business from 20 employees to well over 120 while navigating the messy, human side of entrepreneurship.This conversation gets real fast—mistakes, fears, million-dollar lessons—and Rebecca brings her signature mix of honesty, grit, and humor to every story.3 Key Moments Small Business Owners Can’t Miss:The $80,000 Meth House Mistake (25:00)Yes, you read that right. Rebecca shares the wildest (and most expensive) mistake her business has ever faced—how a client turned a leased house into a meth lab, and the ripple effect it had. It’s a masterclass in risk management, oversight, and why “boring” details like insurance really matter for small business owners.Leadership Fears & Growing Into the Role (47:00)Rebecca opens up about her biggest fear: leading people without ever having managed before. From trying to be the “cool boss” to realizing the importance of boundaries, she delivers raw insight into how leadership maturity is forged through trial, error, and tough lessons.The Courage to Be Disliked (18:00 & 59:00)Rebecca’s personal growth journey—including her MBA and a pivotal book recommendation—sparks a conversation about intuition, resilience, and why sometimes saying the hard thing (even when unpopular) is the most important leadership move you can make.Why This Episode is Gold for Small Business Owners:This isn’t just theory—it’s the messy, unfiltered side of entrepreneurship most leaders don’t talk about. You’ll walk away with practical reminders about protecting your business from costly mistakes, leading through vulnerability, and trusting your instincts even when it’s uncomfortable.Oh, and there’s plenty of laughter—because if you can’t laugh at an $80,000 meth house disaster, what can you laugh at?