CEO Playbook EP 27: How CEOs Use KPIs, A-Players, and B.A.M.s to Scale Smarter

14/10/2025 9 min
CEO Playbook EP 27: How CEOs Use KPIs, A-Players, and B.A.M.s to Scale Smarter

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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 evolvesCONNECT 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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