The Secret to Growth: Taking Care of Your Team

What if the key to growing your business wasn’t working harder, but learning how to let go?In this episode of the We Attitude Podcast, David Brosseau sits down with longtime friend and business owner Scott to unpack what it really takes to build something that lasts.From a CPA buying an auto shop with zero mechanical experience to building a business that services over 1,000 cars a month, this conversation is packed with real lessons on leadership, trust, and getting out of your own way.They dive into why most entrepreneurs hit a ceiling, how culture beats competition, and why taking care of your people might be the most profitable decision you can make.If you’re building a business, leading a team, or trying to grow without burning out, this one hits.What you will learn - Why you don’t need to be the expert to build a successful business - The real reason most people never scale - How to create a culture people never want to leave - Why working more hours is not the answer to growth - The power of trust, transparency, and long-term thinking - How to balance business success with real lifeBig takeaway You are not in the business you think you are. You are in the people business—everything else is just the product.If this resonated, drop a comment. What is one thing you’re holding onto that you know you should delegate?#businesspodcast #entrepreneurship #leadership #smallbusiness #realestate #mindset #growth #weattitudeChapters00:00 Intro and how they met00:04 The unexpected you need new tires moment01:52 Scott’s story from CPA roots to auto shop legacy02:39 You are in the people business03:29 Why you cannot do it alone04:52 Building a business without technical expertise06:04 Surrounding yourself with the right people09:25 Hiring and retaining great talent10:34 Building a culture people stay for12:19 Why they chose not to work weekends13:25 The trade offs of ownership14:48 Competing without working more hours15:12 Integrity and trust in business17:23 Creating a customer experience people remember19:24 Building a reputation in your community20:23 Generational clients and long term relationships22:19 Prioritizing people over profit22:44 Why more volume is not always better25:15 Building a team that stays for decades26:41 Leadership roles and structure28:27 Getting out of your own way29:22 Still learning after 35 years30:17 Adapting to change in business31:47 Closing thoughts