What does it take to scale a logistics company from your spare bedroom to $25M+ in revenue? Brent Staton, co-founder and CEO of RS Group, joins host Dustin Weaver for a deep dive into what it really takes to build, scale, and lead in one of the toughest industries out there.
From surviving the 2009 recession to managing 230,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space, Brent unpacks the mindset, systems, and people-first culture that took him from cold-calling in a headset to running a nationally recognized logistics brand.
If you're a founder, operator, or just obsessed with growth, this episode is for you.
What you’ll learn:
• How Brent started in logistics from a spare bedroom
• Why journaling is his #1 mental tool
• The power of EOS for accountability and team cohesion
• How AI is helping them scale faster
• Lessons from ignoring bad advice—and winning big
Topics: Logistics, entrepreneurship, leadership, journaling, mergers, company culture, AI, customer service, scaling, mentorship
Timestamps (Chapters)
00:00 – Intro: Brent Staton’s logistics background
03:07 – Getting into logistics out of necessity
06:06 – The entrepreneurial leap
09:08 – Merging with PTS Logistics
12:09 – Scaling challenges and leadership
14:54 – Mental health, rituals, and focus
17:53 – The power of journaling
20:50 – Scaling secrets and leadership development
24:05 – EOS and organizational accountability
27:06 – Shared fate and team culture
38:17 – Leadership, hiring, and company culture
42:12 – AI and operational edge
52:45 – Customer service wins: race car rescue
57:19 – Ignoring bad advice and choosing the right partner
1:02:09 – Final takeaways: structure, teamwork, mentorship
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