In this episode, Kelly Costello shares insights on building resilient teams, promoting within, and maintaining company operations during absences. Discover practical strategies for effective delegation, promoting accountability, and preparing your business for sale or transition.

Key Topics

Hiring and training staff in rural areas

Delegation and cross-training for business continuity

Promoting managers with the right resilience and decision-making skills

Handling business absences and owner vacations

Strategies for business sale and partnership opportunities

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Puppy Cake and Kelly's Journey

00:37 Navigating Growth and Team Dynamics

03:12 Building a Resilient Business Structure

04:53 The Sellability of a Business

07:25 Strategic Partnerships and Growth Opportunities

09:10 Challenges in Promoting Employees

13:33 Finding the Right Talent

15:01 Training and Developing Employees

Links Mentioned in the Show:

AI and Leadership Course: https://fipodcast.vip/ai

Checklists for Leaders: https://berndgeropp.com/check

Leadership Crash Course: https://fipodcast.vip/crashcourse

Weekly Actionable Leadership Tips: https://fipodcast.vip/xbzv

Kelly Costello - Puppy Cake - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycostello

Puppy Cake - https://www.puppycake.com

Credits:

Host: Bernd Geropp

Moderator: Brian Creager

Producer: Brian Creager

Editor: Brian Creager

Executive Producer: Bernd Geropp

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