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Scale Like a CEO

Scale Like a CEO

By: Performance Accelerated Learning
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Join host Justin Reinert as he sits down with founders who’ve navigated the jump from do-it-all entrepreneur to strategic CEO. Each episode uncovers the key milestones, hard-won insights, and practical tactics you need to build a high-performing leadership team, overcome decision fatigue, and scale your business with confidence. Tune in weekly for quick, actionable conversations designed to accelerate your path to CEO mastery.

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Episodes
  • Scaling Cybersecurity Staffing with Peter Schawacker: A Reluctant CEO's Journey
    Jun 30 2025

    Join us on 'Scale Like a CEO' as we delve into the world of cybersecurity staffing with Peter Schawacker, founder of Nearshore Cyber. Peter discusses his transition from a seasoned cybersecurity practitioner to a 'reluctant CEO' and the challenges and triumphs he faced in building a global staffing powerhouse. Learn how Nearshore Cyber is revolutionizing the cybersecurity talent landscape by offering unique solutions that focus on value, community, and human touch. Peter also shares insights on the importance of focus, the duality of scanning talent for clients and the company, and his vision for scale and growth. Don't miss this informative conversation packed with valuable takeaways for business leaders and entrepreneurs.

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    20 mins
  • Scaling Success with Empathy: Building Businesses and Connections with Babar
    Jun 23 2025

    In this episode of 'Scale Like a CEO,' we delve into the importance of true connections, both personal and professional, with our guest Babar. A dynamic entrepreneur, Babar has built multiple successful ventures and now focuses on mentoring and investing in aspiring entrepreneurs. Discover his journey from immigrant to business leader, how he balances his tech services company and a tech product aimed at revolutionizing the digital landscape for wholesalers, and the strategies he employs to maintain a sustainable and efficient workflow. Babar shares insights on empathy in leadership, the importance of cognitive diversity in teams, and his vision for the future. Tune in for a compelling conversation about entrepreneurship, building effective teams, and achieving your business dreams.

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    20 mins
  • Building Generosity-Driven Businesses: Interview with Daryl Hatton, CEO of Connection Point
    Jun 16 2025

    In this episode of 'Scale Like a CEO,' Justin welcomes Daryl Hatton, founder and CEO of Connection Point, to discuss innovative entrepreneurship, the power of generosity in business, and building successful teams. Daryl shares insights into his collaborative commerce platform, which includes brands like FundRazr, Crowdfunder, and CocoPay, that help businesses and causes raise funds and connect with their communities. He shares the challenges faced in the crowdfunding industry, the importance of building digital marketing skills, and why giving away services for free can be a lucrative business model. They also delve into leadership, the significance of trust and transparency, and tips for scaling a startup. Whether you're an experienced business owner or just starting, this episode is packed with valuable lessons on aligning business success with customer success.

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    24 mins
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