Bigger Isn’t Always Better in Business - Lee Flanagan

05/03/2025 41 min

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Lee Flanagan - Bigger Isn’t Always Better in BusinessIn this episode, we chat with Lee Flanagan, a heating business owner who scaled up fast—then scaled back for more profit and a better life.Lee built a 14-person team, taking on contracts with landlords, care homes, and schools. On paper, it looked like success. In reality, he was stressed, stretched thin, and not making the money he expected. Over time, he realized that a smaller, more controlled business model was the key to higher profits and a better quality of life.We discuss:The challenges of managing people in the trades.Why growing too fast can be riskier than staying small.The impact of diversification—offering multiple services like heating, drainage, and renewables.The importance of personal happiness over chasing arbitrary business targets.Lee shares how he redesigned his business to work for him rather than the other way around, proving that success isn’t about how many vans you have—it’s about the life you build.📢 If you're wondering whether you should grow, scale back, or pivot, this episode is full of real-world insights!