Welcome Listeners!
I’m absolutely thrilled to join Damon Pistulka on The Faces of Business podcast to talk about one of my favorite topics: building and managing a team in ways that truly reduce burnout—and do so sustainably. Damon’s depth in the world of exits and business value made for a dynamic, engaging conversation that I know will resonate with any business owner feeling stretched too thin or bumping up against a growth plateau.
In this episode, we dig into the real, behind-the-scenes challenges of scaling a business—from evolving your team structure and systems, to identifying the “sheds” your company must go through in order to scale with strength. I share how we at Your Biz Rules serve as a fractional C-suite team for growth-stage entrepreneurs, helping them tackle not just the surface-level symptoms but the root problems holding their businesses back.
We cover how burnout often stems from outdated systems, ineffective hiring and onboarding, and even from holding on too long to loyal but misaligned team members. And yes, we dive into how to build a values-aligned team culture where quality of life is baked in for everyone—not just the owner.
If you’re an entrepreneur ready to grow beyond hustle and chaos into sustainable success with a team that truly has your back, this conversation is for you.
If you’re working hard to grow, improve, and create a business that truly works for you, you’re in the right place.
Big changes start with small steps.
This episode is designed to inspire action, provide clarity, and remind you that you’re not alone on this journey.
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ABOUT
Leslie Hassler
Leslie Hassler is a dynamic author, speaker, business strategist, and founder of Your Biz Rules. Leslie empowers entrepreneurs to cultivate strategies that lead to sustainable growth and increased profitability while avoiding burnout.
With a proven track record in business, finance, mindset, marketing, and entrepreneurship, Leslie’s holistic approach has helped businesses across all industries overcome challenges and thrive in a balanced manner. Many business owners who are experts in their field come to Leslie and Your Biz Rules after some measure of success to understand how to run a business that meets their business and their life goals.
Leslie shares her expertise in her books First This, Then That and Scaling Rich. She has been recognized on stages across the United States, including prestigious events such as the National Association of Women Business Owners and the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council. Her insights have also been featured in notable publications like Entrepreneur.com.
Leslie is a mother of two, avid traveler, Past President of NAWBO DFW, and alumni of the Goldman Sachs 10K Small Business program. Leslie is WBENC, HUB, and AI Mastery Certified.
Your Biz Rules is a dba of the parent company Designs By Leslie Inc., headquartered in Dallas, Texas. We serve clients globally. Our services include private consultation, group coaching, business courses, business audits, keynotes, training, speaking engagements, and the Profitable Growth Incubator.
