Build a Business That Runs Without You: Hiring, Culture & Leadership That Works
Wed Feb 04 2026
What if your business could thrive without you there every day?
In this episode of the Marketing 4 Business podcast, Scott chats with Brad Ferris, a Canadian agency owner, author, and former nurse turned entrepreneur, about how to build a team that actually runs the business, so you don’t have to.
Brad’s been in the trenches. From managing at McDonald’s to running a 40-person agency, he’s learned what it really takes to hire well, grow leaders from within, and create a culture people want to stick around for.
You’ll hear:
Why most hiring processes are broken, and what to do insteadHow Brad takes 6 weeks off with full confidence in his teamThe interview question he uses to find serious talentA simple framework to grow leaders inside your businessHow your Google reviews will shape your AI visibilityAnd why marketing never fixes your problems, it just reveals them
If you’re serious about building a better business, this one’s packed with insights you’ll want to action straight away.
Download the Local Business AEO Playbook here – a free, step-by-step guide that shows you how to position your business to be recommended by AI.
If you find our content valuable and informative, please help us reach more business owners by sharing it with a friend who might benefit. Additionally, please ensure that you're following our podcast on your preferred platform, and if you enjoyed the latest episode, consider leaving us a five-star review. Your support is highly appreciated.
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Follow the Marketing 4 Business podcast on Instagram here
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Connect with Brad on LinkedIn here
Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here
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What if your business could thrive without you there every day? In this episode of the Marketing 4 Business podcast, Scott chats with Brad Ferris, a Canadian agency owner, author, and former nurse turned entrepreneur, about how to build a team that actually runs the business, so you don’t have to. Brad’s been in the trenches. From managing at McDonald’s to running a 40-person agency, he’s learned what it really takes to hire well, grow leaders from within, and create a culture people want to stick around for. You’ll hear: Why most hiring processes are broken, and what to do insteadHow Brad takes 6 weeks off with full confidence in his teamThe interview question he uses to find serious talentA simple framework to grow leaders inside your businessHow your Google reviews will shape your AI visibilityAnd why marketing never fixes your problems, it just reveals them If you’re serious about building a better business, this one’s packed with insights you’ll want to action straight away. Download the Local Business AEO Playbook here – a free, step-by-step guide that shows you how to position your business to be recommended by AI. If you find our content valuable and informative, please help us reach more business owners by sharing it with a friend who might benefit. Additionally, please ensure that you're following our podcast on your preferred platform, and if you enjoyed the latest episode, consider leaving us a five-star review. Your support is highly appreciated. See below for ways to get in touch with us… Follow the Marketing 4 Business podcast on Instagram here Follow Digital Influence on Instagram here Connect with Brad on LinkedIn here Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here Have Fun & Take Action