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The Scalability Code

Published by Matt Haney

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Get out of the sh*t show and start growing your business. A few times each month, you’ll hear stories and commentary from visionary entrepreneurs, EOS implementers, and fractional COOs on how you can get your business out of the shit show and into growth mode. Hosted by Matt Haney, founder of Sinclair Ventures: Fractional COO & Leadership Coaching services that free you up to focus on what’s next.

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  1. Two Matts Make It Right: The EQ Hack for Blue-Collar Technicians | Matthew Todd

    Sep 9, 202635 min

    How do you train highly technical blue-collar workers to actually connect with your customers? In this episode, Matt Haney sits down with Matthew Todd, an agricultural engineer turned HVAC owner and EOS Implementer. Matthew shares how he scaled his trade business from 17 to 75 employees, transitioning nearly half of his workforce to find the right people for the right seats. He breaks down his brilliant training trick for developing EQ in technical fields and how LMA builds a true accountability engine. If you want to stop micromanaging and build a self-sustaining team, tune in. In this episode, you'll learn: Why a small residential service line is the ultimate training ground for technician EQ Why accountability is a natural outcome of great leadership rather than a mere expectation How Matthew transitioned 35 employees to get the right people in the right seats Why you should never, ever go out and drink to cope with a major business loss How the 3-strike rule helps underperforming employees pull their own rip cords CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome 00:58 Farm Life as Entrepreneurship 04:46 From Ag Engineer to HVAC Owner 07:17 Discovering EOS and Turning It Around 11:28 Industry Fit and Marketing Touchpoints 19:49 Lead With Strengths 21:03 Scorecards Over Swirl 21:43 Rolling EOS Downfield 25:18 Three Strikes People Calls 29:50 LMA Accountability Engine 33:06 Mentor Wisdom On Loss 35:14 Closing Thanks And Outro Connect with Matthew Todd on LinkedIn Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  2. From Hairdresser to CPA: The Non-Corporate Path to 1,000+ Clients | Danielle Hayden

    Aug 26, 202629 min

    What happens when you go from cutting hair to managing the financials of over 1,000 scaling businesses? In this episode, Matt Haney sits down with Danielle Hayden , CPA and founder of Kickstart Accounting. Danielle shares her twelve-year journey of scaling a seven-figure financial firm with over fifty employees. She explains how to stop trying to be an expert in everything and get out of your own way. In this episode, you'll learn: Why hiring before you're ready is key to overcoming your weaknesses How to set operational guardrails to stop quick-starts from derailing teams Why clients will reject a 25-page PowerPoint and how to lead with education How the book "Built to Sell" can help you productize your services to scale Why keeping clean, accurate books is the ultimate responsibility of a CEO CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction 00:34 Entrepreneurial Journey 06:49 Scaling and Productizing Services 09:52 Ideal Client and Education First 14:17 Founder as Bottleneck 16:54 Leadership Team Structure 18:23 Fast Decisions and Guardrails 20:28 KPIs and Cash Focus 24:58 Who Kickstart Serves Best 27:33 Advice Hire Before Ready 29:12 Conclusion Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  3. No Business at Thanksgiving (Survival Boundaries for Family Companies) | Amy Johannesen

    Aug 12, 202642 min

    Can you run a highly successful business with your parent without destroying your family? In this episode, Matt Haney sits down with Amy Johannesen, an EOS Implementer who spent 17 years building and scaling a specialty pharmacy alongside her father. Amy shares her battle-tested strategies on managing family business dynamics, building healthy boundaries, and keeping things simple. If you are ready to get your leadership team aligned and out of the daily weeds, tune in. In this episode, you'll learn: How to set strict boundaries so business talk doesn't ruin family dinners Why relying on "dumb luck" won't save your business from operational debt Why promoting your best players into management roles sets them up to fail How a spouse-turned-integrator saved a business from a chaotic visionary Connect with Amy on LinkedIn Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  4. Commanding 552 Aircrafts & 61,000 People: Scaling Systems Under Pressure | Amy Courter

    Jul 29, 202642 min

    What happens when you apply military-grade leadership to scaling a $250M enterprise? In this episode, Matt Haney sits down with Amy Courter, a Major General, C-suite executive, and EOS Implementer. Amy reveals how she used systemized leadership to command 552 aircrafts and guide a company with 3,000+ employees past $250M. If you want to build team health and align your organization under pressure, tune in. In this episode, you'll learn: How a Two-Star General scales complex organizations using simple systems. Why vision must move from being "shared ON all" to "shared BY all." How the 8 cash flow drivers tool spots leaks and builds accountability. How EOS helped a 330-person nonprofit survive a crisis with zero layoffs. Why the most successful visionaries stay humble and curious while scaling. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 01:16 Amy’s Career Scavenger Hunt 02:44 Big Company to Startup Leap 04:58 Intrapreneurship and Leadership Lessons 05:52 Civil Air Patrol at Scale 08:14 Discovering Traction and EOS 11:59 Becoming an EOS Implementer 12:32 Top People Management Challenges 17:07 Nonprofits and EOS in Action 22:05 Tiny Team EOS Fears 23:09 Two Person Journey 25:37 Tailoring EOS Sequence 27:11 Meeting Segues to Tools 27:41 Accountability Chart Love 28:57 Eight Cash Flow Drivers 32:34 Life Beyond Work 36:09 Fractional Integrator Niche 37:53 Transitioning Out Well 40:52 Curious Humble Closing Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  5. The Road to Scaling is Paved with ROCKS | Rick Benton

    Jul 15, 202635 min

    What happens when the exact framework you need to escape business chaos sits unread on your shelf for a decade? In this episode, Matt Haney sits down with Rick Benton, an EOS Implementer who spent 30 years scaling a high school DJ hustle into a massive audiovisual empire before exiting out of sheer exhaustion. Rick reveals why founders must embrace "rocks" to align their team, the addictive power of delegating, and why aiming for 80% perfection is the secret to a healthy culture. If you are ready to stop white-knuckling your operations, tune in. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why ignoring the EOS framework cost a founder another zero on his exit. • How to get your entire team to truly buy into company goals using rocks. • Why treating mistakes as circumstantial rather than character flaws builds trust. • The danger of using delegation as a punishment instead of empowering your team. • Why AI will never replace a leader's ability to listen to what isn't being said. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome 01:27 Rick’s Entrepreneur Roots 04:05 High School DJ Hustle 04:58 Chaos to Exit in 2018 06:20 Finding EOS Afterward 07:25 What EOS Implementers Do 09:31 Rocks and Scorecards Buy In 12:20 Managing People Without Shame 16:42 Letting Go and Delegating 20:21 Delegate and Elevate Mindset 23:02 Visionary and Integrator Fit 27:30 Life Outside Work Travel 31:50 Closing Wisdom Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  6. Yacht Rock, Yard Sales, and Scaling a B2B Agency to the Next Level | Ethan Giffin

    Jul 1, 202637 min

    What happens when you hire your entire bachelor party, only to realize you have to fire them? In this episode, Matt Haney sits down with Ethan Giffin, CEO of the B2B Ecommerce Agency , author, and Yacht Rock DJ. Ethan unpacks his 20-year journey, overcoming his "star quarterback" ego to become a coach, and helping manufacturers close the digital revenue gap. If you are ready to get out of your own way, tune in. In this episode, you'll learn: Why hiring your bachelor party is a massive scaling mistake. How reading the book Traction exposes the founder bottleneck. Why transitioning from star quarterback to coach is essential. How focusing an inch wide and a mile deep ignites agency growth. Why finding your tribe forces you to evolve with your business. Connect with Ethan on LinkedIn Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  7. Curing Visionary-Integrator Dysfunction (Stop Setting Your Team Up For FAILURE) | Chris Castillo

    Jun 17, 202636 min

    Are you setting up your top performers to fail by making them a manager? Or worse, is your lack of trust destroying the crucial Visionary-Integrator dynamic at the top of your business? In this episode, Matt Haney sits down with Chris Castillo, a Certified EOS implementer who transformed his own struggling service businesses into scalable, self-managing successes. In this episode, you'll learn: Why promoting your best sales rep to manager is setting your team up to fail The root of Visionary-Integrator dysfunction and how the "Same Page" meeting fixes it Why the Accountability Chart is the best tool for exposing cancer in your business How to stop talking in circles and start making decisions Why you must never give a rock to an employee who can't swim Leading imperfect humans with the "one-word barometer" check-in CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome 07:53 Pivot to EOS Implementer 10:32 Hardest Part About Managing People 16:43 Recurring Issues with Visionaries 21:25 EOS Tools 24:52 Visual Accountability 32:17 Words of Wisdom Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  8. The Courage Advantage: Lessons Learned from 1,300 EOS Sessions | Jill Young

    Jun 3, 202647 min

    What happens when a visionary founder lacks the courage to be disciplined, or even the courage to lighten up? In this episode of The Scalability Code , Matt Haney sits down with Jill Young, an expert EOS implementer who has facilitated over 1,300 sessions and author of The Courage Advantage . Jill shares her journey from growing up in a Utah family business to navigating corporate America, only to realize that true innovation and spirit live with scrappy entrepreneurs. Jill unpacks her best strategies for scaling a business and building healthy teams. She reveals why having the courage to "lighten up" actually broadens your strategic perspective , why company structures shouldn't be changed just to avoid hard conversations, and how to capture wild ideas safely using a "Hallucination Journal". Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  9. The $10M Founder vs The $50M Bottleneck | Chris Burke

    May 20, 202630 min

    The skills that get your business to $10 million aren't the same skills that will get it to $50 million. In this episode of The Scalability Code, Matt Haney sits down with Christopher Burke, a visionary entrepreneur who bootstrapped Brickenden into a powerhouse consultancy, generating $250 million in sales without any outside funding. Christopher shares his battle scars from 25 years of building global businesses, including his transition from being "in the weeds" to stepping back as a scalable leader. Christopher holds nothing back as he shares his most painful business lessons, from a disastrous sign-on bonus mistake to a delayed restructuring decision during Brexit that erased 18 months of profit. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why the $10M founder is the exact bottleneck for reaching $50M • How a delayed Brexit decision wiped out 18 months of profit • The danger of keeping early-stage "generalist" employees too long • Why you must track maintainable revenue to avoid shrinking • The profound legal advice of arguing your issue from the other side • The ROI of offering life-coaching to uncover your team's "why" Connect with Chris on LinkedIn Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  10. Navy Discipline, Zombie Obstacle Courses, and Scaling to $55 Million | Ryan Hogan

    May 6, 202633 min

    How does a 24-year Navy veteran go from throwing the first-ever zombie 5K to building a $55 million murder mystery empire? In this episode of The Scalability Code, Matt Haney sits down with serial entrepreneur and military veteran Ryan Hogan. Ryan unpacks his wildly non-linear journey, revealing how he navigated massive failures—like the bankruptcy of his event company Run For Your Lives—and used those hard-learned lessons to scale Hunt A Killer to $55 million in just five years. In this episode, we discuss: The danger of making decisions too fast and why it's costing your business Why tracking leading indicators instead of lagging indicators is steering you wrong. The reality of a "rockstar on paper" who drives revenue but creates massive organizational toxicity The unforgettable advice Ryan received from his Navy commander about teamwork Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  11. The Trust Problem in Scaling Sales Teams (Every CEO Faces This) | Adam Boyd

    Apr 22, 202637 min

    Transitioning sales away from the founder is one of the hardest—and most critical—inflection points in a growing business. In this episode of The Scalability Code , Matt Haney is joined by Adam Boyd, owner of Trinity Training & Development, to explore the challenges of moving from founder-led sales to a scalable, team-driven revenue engine. They discuss the psychology behind why founders struggle to let go, the risks of staying too involved, and how to build trust, accountability, and structure within a sales organization. The conversation also covers practical frameworks for pipeline management, objective deal evaluation, and developing sales leaders who can truly own revenue. This episode is essential listening for founders, CEOs, and operators navigating growth beyond the early stages. CHAPTERS 00:00 Matt Haney and Adam Boyd 00:24 Show Intro 00:49 Meet Adam Boyd 01:54 Early Hustles 02:53 Leadership Sparks 05:05 Sandler Origins 06:35 Cold Calling Grind 07:49 Cookbook Method 08:45 Rocks And Scorecards 09:57 Right Seat Flow 11:26 Trinity Overview 12:05 Frontline Leaders 14:37 Program Delivery 16:18 Toolbelt To Leader 18:56 Entrepreneur Fear Cycle 19:26 Billion Dollar Worries 20:45 Cash Flow Crucible 21:43 Handing Off Sales 23:20 CEO Role in Deals 24:56 Trust and Transparency 26:25 Better Prospects Not More 27:27 Owner Sales Leader Balance 30:18 Pipeline Review Blueprint 32:25 Objective Deal Scorecards 35:23 Ideal Client Profiles 36:29 Closing and Farewell Contact Adam Boyd: https://thenorthwoodgrp.com/contact/ Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  12. Why Fast-Growing Companies Need Integrators: Lessons from 20+ Business Transformations | Amanda Matthews

    Apr 8, 202646 min

    What does it really take to scale a business? In this episode of The Scalability Code , Matt Haney speaks with EOS Implementer Amanda Matthews , who shares her journey from a 15-year career at Capital One to helping entrepreneurs build scalable, high-performing companies. After transitioning into the restaurant industry and helping grow a multi-unit business from 6 to 21 locations , Amanda discovered the power of structured execution through EOS. Now, she works with leadership teams to implement systems that improve alignment, accountability, and growth. This episode dives into: The difference between visionaries and integrators —and why both are essential How to create repeatable processes that drive results Why leaders struggle with accountability and difficult conversations Practical ways to improve team performance and execution The EOS tools that help businesses scale with clarity and confidence Amanda’s story also highlights how pivotal life moments can reshape career paths and open the door to entrepreneurship. If you're a founder, operator, or leadership team member looking to scale your business more effectively, this episode delivers actionable insights you can apply immediately. Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  13. Why Most Teams Fail (And How to Fix It Fast) | DeEtte Feurtado

    Mar 25, 20261 hr 0 min

    What’s really holding your team back? In this episode of The Scalability Code, Matt Haney and DeEtte Feurtado explore the hidden factors that prevent teams from performing at a high level. From siloed departments to unclear accountability, DeEtte shares insights from her leadership journey on how to create alignment, trust, and measurable results across an organization. In this episode: Why teams struggle even with strong talent How silos impact performance across departments The importance of clarity, communication, and shared goals A leadership approach rooted in curiosity and development If you’re looking to unlock better performance from your team, this conversation delivers practical, real-world guidance. Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  14. Why Fast-Growing Companies Still Run Out of Cash | Jason Lippman

    Mar 11, 202649 min

    Jason Lippman’s entrepreneurial journey includes scaling a real estate portfolio to hundreds of homes, losing everything during the 2008 financial crisis, and rebuilding a successful financial services company from scratch. At one of his lowest points, his wife called from the grocery store because her debit card had been declined — and there was nothing he could do about it. In this episode, Jason shares the hard lessons from losing everything, the mindset required to rebuild, and why fast-growing companies often face their biggest challenge: cash flow. We discuss: The rise and collapse of a vertically integrated real estate business The painful lessons of the 2008 financial crash Rebuilding after financial devastation Why growth often makes cash flow problems worse Building a remote-first financial services company Hiring experienced operators instead of junior staff Leadership lessons from endurance sports and aviation This episode is a candid look at resilience, leadership, and the realities of entrepreneurship when things don’t go according to plan. Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  15. $0 to $4M in 12 Months: A Playbook for Growth in MedTech | Marc Cortez

    Feb 25, 202637 min

    Marc Cortez didn’t plan on becoming an entrepreneur. But after nearly two decades building someone else’s company, a failed buyout attempt gave him a new perspective — and he launched Converge Medical Technologies from scratch. Within 12 months, the company hit $4 million in revenue and $1 million in EBITDA. In this episode, Marc shares: How to transition from employee to founder Raising capital the right way Designing a scalable sales model Leading through a 60% revenue loss Making tough decisions without losing your culture Building a logistics-heavy medical device business Why the right partners make or break a company This conversation is a blueprint for founders navigating rapid growth, operational complexity, and unexpected pivots. If you're building, scaling, or rebuilding — this episode delivers practical lessons from someone who’s done all three. Connect with Marc on LinkedIn . Learn more about Converge Medical Technologies Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  16. Scaling Without Chaos: How AI Is Changing Scaling for Small Businesses | Tara Kinney

    Feb 11, 202647 min

    In this episode of The Scalability Code , Matt Haney welcomes Tara Kinney , founder of Atomic Revenue , for a candid conversation about entrepreneurship, scaling businesses, and the practical impact of AI on modern operations. Tara walks through her entrepreneurial journey—from early hands-on work in a small town to launching and growing Atomic Revenue—while sharing lessons learned along the way. The discussion explores how founders can better align KPIs with their company vision, overcome sales conversion challenges, and leverage AI as a tool for smarter growth rather than added complexity. The episode also highlights: The shift from corporate careers to entrepreneurship Real-world applications of AI for lead generation Trust-building exercises that improve team performance Practical AI strategies for small businesses Why and when to work with a fractional COO or integrator This episode is packed with grounded insights for entrepreneurs navigating growth, operations, and the evolving role of AI in scaling sustainable businesses. Contact Tara: Tarakinney.com - https://tarakinney.com/contact/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarajkinney Atomic Revenue: https://www.atomicrevenue.com/ Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  17. Head, Heart, Briefcase: Creating Leaders, Not Followers | Amy Holtz

    Jan 28, 202633 min

    Scaling a business is exhilarating—until it isn’t. In this episode of The Scalability Code , host Matt Haney is joined by EOS Implementer Amy Holtz , who shares her journey from accidental entrepreneur to scaling a multi-location retail empire with hundreds of employees—and the leadership lessons that shaped her along the way. Amy reflects on what she learned building and selling one of Party City’s largest franchises, and how running her later businesses on EOS completely changed her experience as a leader. Together, Matt and Amy explore the most common breakdowns they see inside growing companies, including hiring mistakes, poor onboarding, and the absence of true accountability. Key topics include: Why visionaries often struggle with hiring and people management The “Head, Heart, Briefcase” hiring framework The danger of putting the right person in the wrong seat How onboarding failures derail even strong hires Why accountability isn’t punitive—it’s empowering The critical role of the integrator in scaling a healthy organization Amy also shares a deeply personal leadership philosophy centered on building others up, creating leaders (not followers), and designing organizations where people—and businesses—can truly grow. This episode is a must-listen for founders and operators who want to scale with clarity, structure, and humanity. 🎙️ Follow The Scalability Code for more insights from entrepreneurs, EOS implementers, and operators building businesses that last. Contact Amy Holtz: https://implementer.eosworldwide.com/amy-holtz/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/amykholtz #operationsmanagement #eos #fractionalcoo #podcast Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  18. From Soccer Shots to EOS: Lessons From Scaling a Franchise Business | Amanda Barkey

    Jan 14, 202641 min

    Scaling a franchise business forces leaders to confront reality—fast. In this episode of The Scalability Code , host Matt Haney is joined by Amanda Barkey , EOS Implementer and longtime owner of multiple Soccer Shots franchises, to explore what franchising teaches you about leadership, accountability, and operational discipline. Amanda reflects on nearly two decades of entrepreneurship, from buying into Soccer Shots at an early stage to scaling multi-location operations across Southern California and Hawaii. She shares how implementing EOS helped bring clarity to people management, accountability, and decision-making—and why tools like the Scorecard and Accountability Chart are essential in franchise environments. You’ll hear practical insights on: Why accountability can’t be forced—and how strong leadership creates it The role of EOS in scaling franchise operations without losing culture Common leadership mistakes founders make as they grow How tracking the right weekly numbers creates clarity instead of fear What franchising reveals about systems, people, and management gaps This episode is a must-listen for franchise owners, operators, and leaders looking to move from reactive management to a business that runs with clarity and consistency. Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  19. What 30 Years of Operating Teaches You About People, Power, and Delegation | George Bonelli

    Dec 31, 202530 min

    What does 30 years of operating experience teach you about people, power, and delegation? In this episode of The Scalability Code , Matt Haney is joined by Fractional Executive and longtime operator George Bonelli for a candid conversation about the realities of leadership inside growing businesses. Drawing from a career that includes managing large-scale infrastructure programs at Motorola, building and scaling an early shared-asset business, and advising leadership teams as a consultant and fractional executive, George shares practical lessons on what actually breaks as organizations grow. This episode explores: Why people management, not strategy, is often the biggest bottleneck to scale The hidden cost of poor delegation and unclear accountability How culture can both enable and limit growth Why founders struggle to let go—and how to do it without losing control If you’re a founder or executive navigating growth, delegation, and leadership complexity, this conversation offers grounded insight from someone who has lived it across multiple industries and business models. Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

  20. Purpose Horizon: Crafting a Meaningful Business Life | Mark Henderson Leary

    Dec 3, 202548 min

    In this episode of The Scalability Code, host Matt Haney welcomes Mark Henderson Leary from Houston, Texas. Mark shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his early days experimenting with beer brewing in high school to becoming an experienced EOS implementer. They discuss the importance of gratitude, the value of core values, and the struggles of hiring and onboarding in scaling businesses. Mark also underlines the significance of staying true to one's purpose and maintaining integrity. Tune in for an insightful conversation packed with valuable lessons for visionary entrepreneurs Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Welcome 01:06 Background 12:10 The Journey Before EOS 17:57 Getting Started in EOS 23:05 Commonalities in EOS Sessions 30:54 The Role Of The Visionary 34:09 How To Learn Priorities 35:15 VTO 40:19 What Is The Hardest thing About Managing People? 42:26 Hobbies Outside Of EOS 45:37 Final Words Of Wisdom 46:22 The Purpose Horizon 48:07 Conclusion Connnect with Mark at: https://www.markhendersonleary.com/ Feeling stuck in your business? It’s ok. We’ve all been there… You simply don’t have time for vision and growth. You feel frustrated, anxious, and stuck because goals aren’t being met, processes aren’t followed, and your team isn’t on the same page. Time after time, you’re putting out fires only fast enough for the next one to pop up. Get OUT of the Sh*t Show Let’s build your team and guide them to the next level.

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01ShowsThe shows Mato publishesEvery public Mato show, its episodes, and the Apple placements it holds.02AI talentPick the voice before the formatThe live roster of hosts, each with samples you can listen to before you commit.03How it worksFrom an idea to a published episodeWhat Mato does between the brief and the feed, step by step.

Steal the structure, not the show

Bring this source into Mato to read its transferable patterns, then turn them into an original show for your own audience.

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