E266 | How to Partner Together to Simplify and Scale in 2026
Tue Feb 03 2026
Are you ready to finally get out of the day-to-day in your business? Wondering what steps it truly takes to simplify and scale in a way that lasts? Curious about how visionary founders and right-hand leaders create sustainable success together?
On this episode, I am joined by Jessica Maine, and we share a behind-the-scenes look at Lean Scaling Company and Strategic Ops Institute, revealing the approaches and small pivots that help founders design businesses not dependent on themselves. We explore the importance of having both the right systems and the right people, how to structure teams and offers for lasting impact, and invite you into a fresh four-week "Extraction" sprint kicking off in March to help leaders transform their business structure fast.
Looking to step into more freedom and make your business truly scalable this year? Take this opportunity to build a business that lets you live your rich, fulfilled life!
In this episode, we explore
Founder Freedom Through Systems and People Lean Scaling System & Strategic Approach Importance of the Chief Strategy and Operating Officer (CSOO) Role Mindset and Leadership Transformation Extraction Sprint
Founders: Are you ready to get out of the day-to-day operations of your business?
Start by joining me inside our next Scale Simpler workshop, where I help you discover the hidden factors keeping you stuck in the day-to-day.
Then join me in Extraction, where we'll spend 4 weeks together developing your founder extraction roadmap to help you finally get out of the day-to-day of the business without things falling apart.
Register for Scale Simpler at https://www.leanscaling.com/scaleworkshop and Extraction at https://www.leanscaling.com/extraction
Fractionals & Consultants: Ready to become the strategic partner that small businesses can't imagine scaling without?
Apply for our Chief Strategy and Operating Officer (CSOO) certification and become licensed to leverage our Lean Scaling System™ to simplify how you scale your clients' businesses (and your own) and step into the role founders are increasingly searching for.
Learn more at https://www.strategicopsinstitute.com/certification
Fractionals, Consultants, & Leaders: Ready to deepen your strategic leadership skills and differentiate your services to stand out in a crowded market?
Join our SOL Collective community, THE private space centered on strategic leadership, AI enablement, and defining your signature positioning for those who partner with small to mid-sized businesses.
Learn more at https://www.strategicopsinstitute.com/collective
Have questions? Want to explore partnering together to scale your business? Connect with me on my personal Instagram @cristagrasso or LinkedIn and let's start a conversation.
If you loved this episode, please help us spread the word and reach more business owners like you by leaving a 5-star rating and review. Hit subscribe to be the first to listen to new episodes each Tuesday.
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Are you ready to finally get out of the day-to-day in your business? Wondering what steps it truly takes to simplify and scale in a way that lasts? Curious about how visionary founders and right-hand leaders create sustainable success together? On this episode, I am joined by Jessica Maine, and we share a behind-the-scenes look at Lean Scaling Company and Strategic Ops Institute, revealing the approaches and small pivots that help founders design businesses not dependent on themselves. We explore the importance of having both the right systems and the right people, how to structure teams and offers for lasting impact, and invite you into a fresh four-week "Extraction" sprint kicking off in March to help leaders transform their business structure fast. Looking to step into more freedom and make your business truly scalable this year? Take this opportunity to build a business that lets you live your rich, fulfilled life! In this episode, we explore Founder Freedom Through Systems and People Lean Scaling System & Strategic Approach Importance of the Chief Strategy and Operating Officer (CSOO) Role Mindset and Leadership Transformation Extraction Sprint Founders: Are you ready to get out of the day-to-day operations of your business? Start by joining me inside our next Scale Simpler workshop, where I help you discover the hidden factors keeping you stuck in the day-to-day. Then join me in Extraction, where we'll spend 4 weeks together developing your founder extraction roadmap to help you finally get out of the day-to-day of the business without things falling apart. Register for Scale Simpler at https://www.leanscaling.com/scaleworkshop and Extraction at https://www.leanscaling.com/extraction Fractionals & Consultants: Ready to become the strategic partner that small businesses can't imagine scaling without? Apply for our Chief Strategy and Operating Officer (CSOO) certification and become licensed to leverage our Lean Scaling System™ to simplify how you scale your clients' businesses (and your own) and step into the role founders are increasingly searching for. Learn more at https://www.strategicopsinstitute.com/certification Fractionals, Consultants, & Leaders: Ready to deepen your strategic leadership skills and differentiate your services to stand out in a crowded market? Join our SOL Collective community, THE private space centered on strategic leadership, AI enablement, and defining your signature positioning for those who partner with small to mid-sized businesses. Learn more at https://www.strategicopsinstitute.com/collective Have questions? Want to explore partnering together to scale your business? Connect with me on my personal Instagram @cristagrasso or LinkedIn and let's start a conversation. If you loved this episode, please help us spread the word and reach more business owners like you by leaving a 5-star rating and review. Hit subscribe to be the first to listen to new episodes each Tuesday.