MYB137: Build a Winning Team with the 5% Rule
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Ben Fewtrell and David Carlin discuss how to build a winning team by transitioning from management to leadership.
In this episode of the Max Your Business Podcast , hosts Ben Fewtrell and David Carlin tackle one of the biggest frustrations for business owners: finding and keeping a great team . Often, we are quick to blame the talent pool when things go wrong, but Ben and David reveal why the real issue usually starts at the top. Transitioning from a tactician who manages tasks to a true leader who guides and empowers people is the secret sauce to long-term team retention. Ben and David share practical advice, common pitfalls, and real-world examples that highlight why team members thrive under leadership rather than micromanagement. If you find yourself constantly frustrated that your team just does not get it, this episode will help you look in the mirror and provide the exact framework you need to build a high-performing culture. Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Welcome to the Max Your Business Podcast 02:35 - A quick shoutout to Bernadette Schwerdt's new book on online entrepreneurs 04:13 - Why having a good team is the ultimate prerequisite for keeping good staff 05:04 - The hard truth: why business owners are often the root of team problems 05:27 - The 5 percent rule for spending dedicated…
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Hosts: Ben Fewtrell, David Carlin
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