61. How to Build Leaders, Hire the Right People, and Scale Without Burning Out
Thu Feb 05 2026
In this episode of the WIT Podcast, Brandon and the team answer real questions from business owners inside the Whatever It Takes community—covering leadership development, hiring systems, growth strategy, and how to scale without losing control
They break down how to intentionally build a growth-driven culture, why personal development must be baked into company systems, and how weekly leadership meetings, book studies, and accountability structures create teams that thrive. You'll hear how DISC assessments are used in hiring, what questions actually reveal character and coachability in interviews, and why most companies put the right people in the wrong seats.
The conversation also dives into navigating busy seasons, setting aggressive yearly targets, creating roadmaps for long-term growth, and knowing when to shift from working in the business to working on it. Brandon shares his journey from sales rep to building toward a $100M vision—and why learning every role matters before delegating.
They wrap up with practical insights on pricing strategy, controlling demand, fixing bottlenecks through systems rather than shortcuts, and why January and February can be the biggest separation months of the year for high performers.
If you're building a team, hiring leaders, or trying to break through your next ceiling—this episode is packed with real-world playbooks.
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In this episode of the WIT Podcast, Brandon and the team answer real questions from business owners inside the Whatever It Takes community—covering leadership development, hiring systems, growth strategy, and how to scale without losing control They break down how to intentionally build a growth-driven culture, why personal development must be baked into company systems, and how weekly leadership meetings, book studies, and accountability structures create teams that thrive. You'll hear how DISC assessments are used in hiring, what questions actually reveal character and coachability in interviews, and why most companies put the right people in the wrong seats. The conversation also dives into navigating busy seasons, setting aggressive yearly targets, creating roadmaps for long-term growth, and knowing when to shift from working in the business to working on it. Brandon shares his journey from sales rep to building toward a $100M vision—and why learning every role matters before delegating. They wrap up with practical insights on pricing strategy, controlling demand, fixing bottlenecks through systems rather than shortcuts, and why January and February can be the biggest separation months of the year for high performers. If you're building a team, hiring leaders, or trying to break through your next ceiling—this episode is packed with real-world playbooks.