The Growth Factor: Building Stronger Teams & Businesses

In this dynamic episode of the Grow Business Podcast, Cory Mosley and Lon Graham take listeners on a journey from personal music tastes to the critical decisions that shape a thriving business.

While sharing candid anecdotes and leadership insights, they explore the challenges of managing team dynamics, recognizing when a "high performer" may actually be a liability, and the importance of making tough calls for long-term success.

Through the lens of Cory’s five pillars of business growth—Mindset, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and People—this episode provides actionable strategies for fostering a strong, aligned team and scaling a business effectively.

Main Takeaways:

• A single "high-performing" employee can negatively impact team morale and long-term success.
• Leadership requires tough decisions, including knowing when to let go of problematic team members.
• Feedback should be future-focused, guiding employees toward improvement rather than dwelling on past mistakes.
• Resistance to change and growth—whether in mindset, technology, or team structure—can hold a business back.
• Trusting your intuition as a leader is crucial when assessing an employee’s fit within the company.
• A well-rounded team, including both full-time employees and gig workers, must align with the company’s values and growth objectives.

Tune in for a mix of personal insights, real-world business strategies, and the tools you need to build a stronger, more successful team!

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