How will small business teams transform by 2026? What new roles are set to shape the future? How can you stay ahead of massive change rather than react to it? In this visionary episode, I explore how rapid shifts in technology, especially AI, are restructuring the core of small businesses. Drawing from decades of experience scaling both startups and Fortune 500 companies, I share why the business models most entrepreneurs rely on are about to get a fundamental overhaul. I look beyond tactical conversations and offer a fresh perspective on the new landscape, revealing why adaptability in strategic thinking is the real superpower of tomorrow’s small business leaders. Hear stories from high-tech transformations, including my firsthand experience with self-driving cars and what they signal for how we’ll collaborate, work, and serve clients going forward. If you’re curious about where small business is heading and how to thrive as roles evolve, now is the time to invest in how you think. Join me in up-leveling your strategic mindset and prepare to orchestrate lasting impact in 2026 and beyond. In this episode, I explore: Visionary Approach Fundamental Shift in Teams Rise of Strategic Roles Opportunity in Lean Teams Future-Proofing Through Strategic Thinking   Ready to get out of the day-to-day operations of your business? A SOL (Strategy + Operations Leader) is the missing link between your vision and results that aren’t dependent on you! Certify your existing right-hand or get support in hiring the right person: https://www.strategicopsinstitute.com/sol   Looking to go deeper and learn how to scale your business sustainably? SIMPLIFY TO SCALE will help you to reclaim your time, increase your impact and profit, and simplify your business as you scale to multiple-7 figures and beyond so you finally get to enjoy the success you worked so hard to achieve. Find out more at: https://www.leanoutmethod.com/scale   Ready to become a strategic leader who understands how to balance sustainable and scalable growth with operational efficiency? Join our SOL Collective, an elite and private community for Business Strategists and Operational Leaders who advise and support founders in scaling their businesses. Learn more at https://www.strategicopsinstitute.com/collective   Have questions? Want to explore partnering together to scale your business? Connect with me on my personal Instagram @cristagrasso or LinkedIn and let’s start a conversation. If you loved this episode, please help us spread the word and reach more business owners like you by leaving a 5-star rating and review. Hit subscribe to be the first to listen to new episodes each Tuesday.  

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