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Do you dream of an easier way to scale and grow your business? Do you wish you didn’t have to work so hard and put in as many hours? Do you find growth too slow, or hard to sustain? This podcast—Scaling Up Business with Bill Gallagher—can help you achieve and maintain the growth you want. A message from your host: “I’ve been in your shoes as a founder, CEO, and executive leader. I’ve coached and trained many leaders just like you over more than 15 years to grow their businesses successfully ...
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Hack Your CEO Miracle Mornings for Maximum Productivity
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What are the essential elements of an effective morning routine for executives, entrepreneurs, and business owners? In this episode, Bill breaks down the elements of a powerful morning routine for business professionals. He shares his personal approach to starting the day with mindfulness, gratitude, reading, and planning, while emphasizing the imp…
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Two Business Leaders More Important that Musk & Jobs
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Why do visionary entrepreneurs like Steve Jobs and Elon Musk need strong operational counterparts like Tim Cook and Gwynne Shotwell? Successful businesses don’t just need visionaries. They need strong operational leaders to turn big ideas into reality. This episode highlights the crucial roles of Tim Cook at Apple and Gwynne Shotwell at SpaceX—lead…
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Fueling Education with Passion and Scaling with Jeff Gargas
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How can teachers bring their unique styles and passions into the classroom while staying effective? In this episode, Jeff Gargas shares his unexpected journey from musician and college dropout to education innovator. Host Bill Gallagher and Jeff explore the intersections of creativity, resilience, and education, with a focus on engaging audiences a…
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“What is the lesson you want to teach our kids?” “Who do you want to be for our kids?” My wife asked me these questions during a particularly stressful time in my career. They grounded me. Refocused me. Made me prioritize what kind of person—both a dad and a business owner—I wanted to be. In this episode, I explore the following lesson: honesty and…
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Why the Best Teams in History Excelled with Sam Walker
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What can business leaders learn from the best sports teams that have had success for decades? In this episode, Sam Walker joins host Bill Gallagher to discuss the leadership secrets of the world’s most successful sports teams. From the unassuming captains who drive dynasties to the cultural pillars that make teams legendary, Sam shares powerful ins…
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When processes fail, chaos follows. In this mini-episode, Bill recounts a high-stakes story from his own leadership journey and a public company's desperate cash-flow crisis. Bill shares how simple yet powerful fixes—born from collaboration and hard truths—turned the tide. If broken workflows are holding your business back, this episode reveals how…
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How High Achievers Unlock Peak Performance with Dr Carla Fowler
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Got peak performance? How can leaders use science to optimize their daily routines for better outcomes? In this episode, Bill chats with Dr. Carla Fowler, MD PhD about the intersection of science and leadership. Dr. Fowler shares how her medical background informs her coaching approach, offering insights on stress management, focus, and decision-ma…
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People challenges are the toughest part of growing your business. In this episode, Bill shares a story of uncovering why a high-potential team member was struggling and how rethinking roles transformed their performance. The right answer was to find this team member a right seat on the bus rather than kicking them off. Don’t let people problems hol…
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Mastering Self-Awareness & Leadership with Industry Icons: Best of 2024!
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In this episode, we’ve got six of the best clips from six dynamic guests of the Scaling Up Business podcast from 2024. (0:00) Scott Ramey: Defining Leadership Styles Scott discusses how to identify your unique leadership style and leave a lasting impression. Scott is a corporate leadership expert with a passion for helping professionals define thei…
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In this mini-episode, Bill shares how the SWT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Trends) tool helped save his company during the 2008 financial crisis and how it can help you navigate turbulent times. Do not confuse SWT with SWOT! SWT asks the senior leadership to think deeply and broadly about the inherent strengths, inherent weaknesses, and emerging trends …
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Rerun: Transforming the State of Small Business with Michael E. Gerber
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Originally aired in February of this year, this episode revisits timeless insights from Michael E. Gerber, author of The E-Myth Revisited and one of the world's most renowned thought leaders on small business success. What does it take to build a business that operates without relying entirely on you? How do you design systems that scale while stay…
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In this episode, Bill shares insights and techniques for incorporating mindfulness and meditation into your daily life. Simple practices like breathing exercises, walks, and visualization can enhance focus, reduce stress, and supercharge your business and personal growth. Discover the transformative power of mindfulness, no matter where you are on …
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Unlocking the Power of Public Speaking with Blair Bryant Nichols
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How do you use public speaking to strategically advance your business, career, or projects? In this episode, Blair Bryant Nichols shares insights on how to build a speaking platform that connects with audiences and helps achieve your goals. Blair founded BBN Creative Management, where he coaches entrepreneurs, executives, and subject-matter experts…
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Once upon a time, a SaaS company had everything going for it—top-tier talent, plenty of funding, and a bright future ahead. So why were they still struggling to hit their goals? In this episode, Bill tells a story of how job scorecards became the game-changing tool that transformed this team from good to great. Join us as we dive into: Why job scor…
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Crafting Products the World Truly Needs with Laurier Mandin
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How do you make your product or service something that people actually want or need? In this episode, Laurier Mandin shares insights on how to create products that move beyond "nice-to-have" into the realm of "must-have," breaking down his framework, the Coveted Condition. Laurier (pronounced "Lore-Yay") has a knack for uncovering the psychology be…
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In this episode, Bill shares an inspiring personal story about overcoming business failure and finding clarity through a profound realization about the power of "why." The idea of jewelry can sometimes be wasted on men, right? But a chance encounter with a customer at his wife's business helped Bill reframe his perspective on business, family, and …
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Maximizing Business Value with Justin Goodbread
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How can entrepreneurs ensure their businesses are sellable in any market? In this episode, Justin Goodbread shares his expertise on scaling businesses and maximizing their value. He discusses the importance of planning for an exit, avoiding owner dependence, and leveraging value drivers to create a sellable company. Through personal anecdotes and p…
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In this mini episode, Bill tackles one of the biggest productivity killers in business: constant firefighting. You’ve got big, bold strategic plans, but daily emergencies keep derailing your focus. Sound familiar? We share two simple, game-changing tips to help your team stay on track with their big goals: - Identify where your time and focus alway…
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The High-Stakes World of Event Production with Rennie Colelli
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Why is creating memorable experiences more crucial than ever in today’s event industry? In this episode, Bill speaks with Rennie Colelli about his inspiring journey from a teenage DJ to leading a top-tier AV production company. Rennie shares how he scaled his business twice, first in social events and later in corporate, emphasizing the importance …
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Goldilocks isn’t just for kids—it’s a masterclass in business strategy! In this mini-episode, Bill talks about the just-right principle and how it applies to finding the perfect partners, employees, and vendors as your business scales. From accounting firms that are too big to care to marketing hires that are just the right mix of brilliance and dr…
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Meaningful Personalization with David Edelman
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How can businesses personalize their customer experience at scale? This episode explores the power of personalization in the age of AI and how businesses can leverage data to create a delightful customer experience. David Edelman discusses the challenges and benefits of personalization, and provides examples of companies that are doing personalizat…
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In this episode, Bill shares his journey of scaling a business and the critical lessons learned from not having a coach during pivotal growth phases. Multi-million dollar mistakes were made and Bill emphasizes the importance of seeking guidance to navigate challenges. Always consider the value of coaching in your own journeys. The skills that got y…
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Unlocking Intentionality with Jeff Karp
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What is the role of intentionality in personal and professional growth? In this episode, Jeff Karp discusses the power of intentionality, observation, and diverse thinking in problem-solving. Drawing inspiration from nature's problem-solving mechanisms, Karp emphasizes the importance of diverse teams and an "informal" advisory board. Jeff Karp is a…
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In this episode, Bill shares a story about the importance of being coachable and how leadership behavior impacts team dynamics. He recounts a workshop experience with a CEO whose habits were affecting his team's engagement and accountability. A leader must lead by example and if the team's leader can't be coached, what message does that give to the…
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Emotional Maturity with Christie Smith
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What role does emotional maturity play in effective leadership, and how does it differ from emotional intelligence? This episode explores the concept of emotional maturity as a critical aspect of effective leadership. Christie Smith, co-author of the upcoming book “Essential,” discusses the importance of human connection, purpose-driven work, and c…
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