Bullseye Breakdown Ep. 106 - Mike Lindsey - Fail Fast, Scale Smart

How do you rebuild a multi-million-dollar business after losing 80% of your revenue overnight?CEO Michael Lindsey did just that—and came back stronger.In this episode of Bullseye Breakdown, Michael shares how he evolved Lindsey’s Office Furniture through fast decision-making, smarter systems, and the strategic use of AI. From navigating imposter syndrome to building SOPs that actually stick, this episode is packed with hard-earned lessons for entrepreneurs, operators, and team builders alike.

🎯 What You’ll Learn:

✅ Why quick decisions drive long-term success

✅ How to implement SOPs without losing your team

✅ The role of AI in small business scaling

✅ How to hold people accountable—with empathy

✅ Why your office space affects retention and productivity

✅ The real value of listening—to clients and your people

🧠 Key Takeaways:

Michael’s story started with his father’s humble beginnings in the office furniture industry.

Asking "why?” is the engine of innovation.

Failure isn’t optional—it’s part of success.

SOPs require culture, not just documentation.

Post-COVID, foundational strength is everything.Your value prop is your competitive edge.

Listening is your most underrated leadership skill.

💬 Best Quotes:

"Failure is the key to any success."

"You have to give grace during these transitions."

"No business is perfect; be a constant student."

⏱️ Episode Chapters:

00:00 – Intro to Michael Lindsey

03:11 – Michael’s Journey + Evolution of the Business

06:09 – The Importance of Failure

08:55 – Decision-Making and Speed

12:02 – Implementing SOPs

15:10 – Hiring and Leadership Decisions

17:57 – Measuring Success and Accountability

33:42 – Understanding High Performers in Interviews

39:13 – Leadership & Accountability Challenges

41:20 – Scaling Post-COVID

46:55 – Leveraging AI for Small Business Growth

50:13 – Staying Ahead of the Competition

1:00:45 – Value Proposition & Client Retention

1:01:35 – Final Takeaways + Parting Advice

1:04:52 – Outro

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