Entrepreneur to Employer - The Playbook for Scaling from Solopreneur to Employer
From Chaos to Clarity — Build the Business You Want to Run
You didn’t leave your job to create another one.
The Entrepreneur to Employer podcast helps business owners fix what’s broken behind the scenes. So they can scale with structure, lead with confidence, and stop being the bottleneck in their own business.
Hosted by Brian Montes, Fractional People & Ops Partner, each episode delivers real-world strategies on building operating systems, hiring smarter, retaining top talent, and turning a growing business into a sustainable one.
Whether you built your business from scratch or bought it through acquisition, if you’re generating revenue but still feel buried in the day-to-day, this show is for you.
🛠️ Get the tools, tactics, and team-building insights that help you go from overwhelmed operator to intentional employer.
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Entrepreneur to Employer - The Playbook for Scaling from Solopreneur to Employer
The 5 Things Business Owners Need to Know Before Hitting $1M
In this episode of the Entrepreneur to Employer Podcast, host Brian Montes breaks down the five most important things business owners need to know before reaching the coveted $1M revenue mark. If you're currently building your business and scaling past $250K, $500K, or even $900K in annual revenue, this episode is a must-listen.
Many entrepreneurs focus on revenue, but what matters is how you build toward that first million. Brian shares real-world lessons learned from working with founders, CEOs, and growing businesses, highlighting the common mistakes that stall growth just shy of $ 7 figures.
You’ll walk away with clarity on how to structure your business for sustainable, profitable growth.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why focusing on profit over revenue leads to healthier growth
- How to recognize that not all business is good business—and why turning down the wrong client can be a decisive move
- The risk of hiring before you’re ready, and what needs to be in place first
- Why can’t you afford to ease up on sales, marketing, or pipeline development
- How to avoid cash flow surprises and manage your money like a CEO
Who This Episode Is For:
- Entrepreneurs scaling a service-based or product-based business
- Founders are considering their first key hires
- CEOs looking to improve operations, profitability, and cash flow
- Anyone serious about building a scalable, sustainable business
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