The Start, Scale & Succeed Podcast
Scale Architects, founder, CEO and Secrets of The High Demand Coach podcast host Scott Ritzheimer has helped start nearly 20,000 new businesses and nonprofits and launched and sold his own multimillion-dollar business after leading it through an exceptional and extended growth phase (over 10 years of double-digit growth) all before he turned 35. He realized the biggest secret to success is that there is not one secret to success. There are key strategies, tactics, skills, and mindsets needed at each stage of the journey AND they are different in each stage. He launched the Start, Scale & Succeed podcast to help you know what you need to do RIGHT NOW to create the success you want. If you're a founder, entrepreneur, owner, or CEO or even if you'd like to be. You'll find episodes guiding you to success in all seven stages of your journey from pre-launch to post-exit.
Episodes
In this practical episode, Scott Ritzheimer, shares a simple exercise to reclaim control of your CEO schedule. If you struggle with endless pulls on your time and unclear priorities, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to rate current time use across key categories like planning and mentoring.
- Why envisioning your ideal schedule six months out reveals big shifts
- What setting goals for top movers turns insights into ...
In this actionable episode, Daniel Strohli, Founder of Profitsx.com, shares how to build scalable lead systems for contractors and service businesses. If you struggle with inconsistent pipelines and payroll pressures, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to create client-centric websites that generate high-quality leads
- Why consistent, focused work outperforms talent in marketing
- What simple automations boost visibil...
In this practical episode episode, Jody K. Thelander, CEO of J. Thelander Consulting and Morgan Thelander, COO of J. Thelander Consulting, shares how how to fix messy compensation structures using market data. If you struggle with inconsistent pay and retention risks, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to use surveys for free, tailored market comp insights
- Why balancing cash and equity prevents talent flight
- Wh...
In this insightful episode, Andrew Poles, Founder and CEO of Andrew Poles Founder Growth Coaching, shares how to resolve co-founder tensions and evolve into a high-impact CEO without burnout. If you struggle with misaligned decisions and strained leadership partnerships, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to prioritize alignment over agreement to move forward faster
- Why fostering deep connections boosts team perform...
In this paradigm-shifting episode, Scott Ritzheimer shares why rejecting "foolish consistency" unlocks founder greatness across all stages. If you struggle with rigid processes killing innovation or chasing shiny objects derailing vision, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why foolish consistency is the hobgoblin stifling your breakthroughs
- What adaptive leadership separates great founders from the pack
- How continuity ...
In this profound episode, Cris Zimmermann, Co-Founder of Medici Global Ventures, shares Medici principles for transitioning from success to lasting significance. If you struggle with emptiness despite wealth and unclear legacy impact, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to foster multi-generational family and business continuity like the Medicis
- Why blending art, leadership, and strategy builds enduring influence
- Wh...
In this invigorating episode, David Lorango, CEO and Founder of Startup Accelerators, shares how to reignite growth when marketing spend no longer moves the needle. If you struggle with flatlining revenue despite bigger budgets and a solid team, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why more ad spend alone kills ROI at scale
- How to shift from acquisition-only to full-funnel creativity
- What injecting fun and joy unlocks br...
In this energizing episode, Alan McLaren, Co-Founder of STRATA Originals, shares how to build a powerful leadership brand that pulls opportunities to you instead of pushing uphill. If you struggle with team execution feeling heavy and growth stalling despite a strong C-suite, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why your personal visibility is the hidden multiplier for company momentum
- How to start building thought-leader...
In this game-changing episode, Tyler Wagner, Founder of Authors Unite, shares how to write, publish, and launch a bestselling book to skyrocket your credibility and revenue.
You will discover:
- How to turn your expertise into a book in under 90 days
- Why bestseller status is achievable today with the right strategy
- What referral partnerships scale your business without ads
This episode is ideal for for Founders, Owners, and CEOs in ...
In this liberating episode, Shae Bynes, Chief Fire Igniter of The Good Faith Group LLC, shares how to replace grind with grace for sustainable success and true freedom. If you struggle with burnout and the hidden costs of ambition, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to receive grace as a gift already available to you
- Why grace, not hustle, is the fuel for lasting results
- What grace-empowered leadership creates flou...
Why Your Trading Education Is Actually Making You Poorer with Christopher Hnatko (stage 1) - Ep. 348
In this venturesome episode, Christopher Hnatko, Founder of Spartan Trading, shares how to master trading with institutional insights and avoid common pitfalls. If you struggle with financial leaks and poor risk decisions, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to define risk thresholds for scalable business choices
- Why institutional views reveal hidden market dynamics
- What real-time mentoring builds confident profitab...
In thisempowering episode, Betsy Pepine, Owner of Pepine Realty, shares how to dismantle invisible boxes and embrace entrepreneurship. If you struggle with dissatisfaction and unseen expectations, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to identify confining boxes from family and society
- Why self-reflection reveals your true entrepreneurial path
- What mentors guide you from employee to founder
This episode is ideal for fo...
In this Streamlined episode, Mary Cravets, Founder and CEO of Simply Get Clients by Mary Cravets, shares how to simplify client generation and boost income without burnout. If you struggle with overwhelm and inconsistent revenue, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to simplify strategies to focus on high-impact actions
- Why defining "working" prevents wasted effort on tactics
- What intentional choices align business w...
In this transformative episode, Gary Mitchell, Founder of OnTrac Coach, shares how to transition from star lawyer to effective firm leader. If you struggle with control and team management, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to build teams around your strengths for efficiency
- Why mindset shifts enable entrepreneurial risk-taking
- What delegating perfection frees for firm growth
This episode is ideal for for Founders,...
In this clarifying episode, Rion Westfall, Founder of 537bd, shares how to hunt internal revenue patterns and scale without chaos. If you struggle with unclear messaging and profit erosion, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to answer “What do you do?” in seven seconds with power
- Why continual evaluation beats more processes for margin growth
- What deep questions unlock control over your revenue
This episode is ideal...
The Secret to Sustaining Success in any Stage with Scott Ritzheimer (stages 1,2,3,4,5,6,7) - Ep. 343
In this thought-provoking episode, Scott Ritzheimer shares how to thrive in your current stage without forced growth. If you struggle with boredom and stage pressure, you won't want to miss it. You will discover:
You will discover:
- Why aligning your stage with your vision boosts fulfillment
- How to embrace mystery to sustain joy and success
- What thriving strategies keep you engaged in any stage
This episode is ideal for for Founder...
In this pecuniary episode, Stas Sukhinin, Founder of Sorso, shares how to master financial oversight and boost profitability at scale. If you struggle with unclear financials and profit leaks, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to regularly review financials to spot issues early
- What proactive CFO insights can transform your strategy
- Why hiring a fractional CFO prevents costly mistakes
This episode is ideal for for ...
In this engaging episode, John Whitt, Owner of BusinessWhitt, shares how to break free from the founder's trap and turn ideas into money. If you struggle with overwhelm and scaling, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to prioritize clarity to guide your business strategy
- What team-building steps boost your growth potential
- How to use testing to validate ideas before scaling
This episode is ideal for for Founders, Own...
In this protective episode, Jeff Holman, Founder and CEO of Intellectual Strategies, shares fractional legal strategies for business protection. If you struggle with legal blindsides or IP risks as a startup, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why early legal audits prevent costly disputes in stage 2
- How fractional teams deliver expert advice without overhead
- What IP roadmap aligns with your growth goals
This episode is...
In this practical episode, Renee Hastings, President and CEO of Executive Help Now, shares how virtual assistants free up time for growth. If you struggle with admin overload or productivity dips, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why delegating low-value tasks boosts stage 2 focus
- How to identify admin for VA offloading
- What systems ensure smooth VA integration
This episode is ideal for for Founders, Owners, and CEOs ...
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