Listen "CEO Playbook EP 27: How CEOs Use KPIs, A-Players, and B.A.M.s to Scale Smarter"
Episode Synopsis
Perfection slows growth. Momentum scales it.In this episode of the Scale Up Growth Podcast, Jonathan Herps breaks down how growth-stage founders can take control of their business using leading vs. lagging KPIs, “Bare Ass Minimums” (BAMs), and a flywheel system that drives consistent performance.You’ll also hear real-world examples of businesses scaling from $3M to $17M — and what it really takes to keep profit, people, and progress aligned.💡 You’ll Learn:The difference between leading and lagging KPIs — and why it mattersWhat “Bare Ass Minimums” (BAMs) are and how to set them for your teamHow A-Players outperform and transform company growthWhy momentum beats perfection in scalingHow to adjust KPIs as your business evolvesTimestamps & Key Insights00:00 – The Power of Momentum Over Perfection Why execution matters more than getting it right the first time — and how progress creates growth.03:45 – Understanding Leading vs. Lagging KPIs How to distinguish between predictive actions and results, and why both are essential to scaling.06:20 – Introducing “B.A.M.s” (Bare Ass Minimums) What they are, how to use them, and why they’re the secret to dependable, scalable performance.10:45 – Case Study: Growing a SaaS Business from $3M to $17M A real-world example of how A-Players, aligned KPIs, and better hiring fuel exponential growth.14:55 – A-Players vs. B-Players: The Productivity Multiplier Why top performers generate up to 30x more value — and how to find and keep them.18:40 – The Flywheel Effect & Adjusting KPIs as You Scale How one small change creates ripple effects — and why your metrics must evolve with growth.22:00 – The CEO’s Role: Simplify, Align, and Lead How to make business easier for customers, staff, and suppliers — and create your true strategic advantage.27:00 – Using AI Prompts to Define KPIs and Drive Clarity Jonathan’s hands-on example of how ChatGPT can accelerate your thinking and execution.29:45 – Final Takeaway: Build Momentum, Not Perfection Why iteration and reflection drive more progress than endless planning.CONNECT WITH JONATHAN HERPSWebsite: https://scaleuCONNECT WITH JONATHAN HERPS Website: www.scaleupgrowth.co LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanherps Facebook: www.facebook.com/scaleupgrowth Instagram: www.instagram.com/scaleupgrowth Youtube: www.youtube.com/@scaleupgrowth Email: [email protected] 🚀 Ready to Elevate Your Business? If you’re interested, here are 3 ways I can help you right now: 1. Subscribe to our podcast Get actionable strategies to run a more efficient business from someone who built & exited 3 multi-million $ companies. Click Here to listen & subscribe now! 2. Download our free CEO Dashboard template Build a step-by-step business plan for consistent growth. Click Here to download.3. Book a 20-min Business Growth CallMap out a growth plan for your business and identify your biggest bottleneck & leave with a clear action plan. — Click Here
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