Find a good team and get out of the way

In this episode, Mike Mannino chats with Brooke Trometer, founder of Cypress Media Productions, about her unexpected journey into entrepreneurship and the power of trusting your team. From growing up as a true Floridian in Fort Myers to becoming a leader in podcast post-production, Brooke shares how her career was built on relationships, resilience, and staying ahead of trends.

Brooke opens up about the shutdown of her previous company, the leap into starting her own, and how building authentic client relationships helped launch her business. She dives into why letting your team do what they do best is the real secret to growth, and how leadership is more about listening than managing. You'll also hear insights into dealing with imposter syndrome and the mindset shift it takes to succeed in business.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How Cypress Media became a trusted one-stop-shop for podcast post-production

• Why trusting your team can make or break your business

• What makes client relationships the heart of sustainable growth

• Brooke’s strategies for staying current with content trends

• Why leadership means listening, not micromanaging

 

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