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EPISODE · Apr 15, 2025 · 7 MIN

Stop Running Your Business and Start Leading It

from Stories of Scale with Jonathan Herps · host Jonathan Herps

If your business can’t run without you, it’s not a business. It’s a job in disguise. You see, scaling stops the moment you become the bottleneck.In this solo episode, Jonathan Herps takes us inside his own journey. From commanding armored reconnaissance in the Australian Army Reserve to leading five companies as CEO, Jonathan pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to grow a business without staying stuck in it.He shares what most CEOs miss about building teams, the biggest mistake scaling founders make, and what changes when you finally step into the real role of leadership.This one’s for every CEO who's built something solid, but knows there's another level waiting.In this episode of Stories of Scale with Jonathan Herps, you’ll discover:Jonathan’s backstory that shaped his leadership style today (00:00)The mindset shift from doer to leader (03:13)The 3-Year CEO scale plan that changes everything for you and your business (04:08)Key takeaways for CEOs and business owners:Scaling isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing less of the wrong things.Your team won’t lead unless you let go.Systems are the only way to buy back your time.You don’t need to choose between profit and freedom (you can have both!).Most businesses hit a ceiling because their CEO refuses to change roles.If you want to stop running your business like a firefighter and start leading like a real CEO, tune in as ths episode will show you the mindset to finally break through that ceiling.CONNECT WITH JONATHAN HERPSWebsite: www.scaleupgrowth.coLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanherpsFacebook: www.facebook.com/scaleupgrowthInstagram: www.instagram.com/scaleupgrowthYoutube: www.youtube.com/@scaleupgrowthEmail: [email protected] 🚀 Ready to Elevate Your Business?If you’re interested, here are 3 ways I can help you right now: 1. Subscribe to our podcast Get actionable strategies to run a more efficient business from someone who built & exited 3 multi-million $ companies. Click Here to listen & subscribe now! 2. Download our free CEO Dashboard template  Build a step-by-step business plan for consistent growth.  Click Here to download.3. Book a 20-min Business Growth CallMap out a growth plan for your business and identify your biggest bottleneck & leave with a clear action plan. — Click Here

If your business can’t run without you, it’s not a business. It’s a job in disguise. You see, scaling stops the moment you become the bottleneck. In this solo episode, Jonathan Herps takes us inside his own journey. From commanding armored reconnaissance in the Australian Army Reserve to leading five companies as CEO, Jonathan pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to grow a business without staying stuck in it. He shares what most CEOs miss about building teams, the biggest mistake s...

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