Stop Hustling: Build a Sustainable Business Episode 30 In this episode, Dylan Jones opens up about the personal and professional experiences that led him to reshape his approach to business growth and work-life balance. At just 32, Dylan faced a severe wake-up call when a doctor warned that his relentless work habits were putting his life at risk. After nearly a decade of pushing himself, the burnout culminated in the closure of one of his businesses in 2019. Dylan now channels those hard-earned lessons into helping service businesses scale sustainably through his work with Profit Launchpad. Dylan shares his insights on the dangers of overworking, the importance of stepping back, and how trying to brute-force growth can lead to costly mistakes. He emphasizes that success isn’t just about working harder but about working smarter and aligning business growth with personal well-being. Dylan reflects on the pivotal moment when he chose to walk away from a business rather than sell it for a minimal return, realizing his health and peace of mind were far more valuable. The conversation dives deep into practical advice for business owners, especially those in the local service industry. Dylan explains the significance of outcome-based hiring, a process that prioritizes clear objectives and role definitions over generic job titles. He describes how Profit Launchpad's approach to hiring has helped businesses find the right people on the first try, avoiding costly missteps. Dylan also offers tips on how businesses can scale intelligently by setting realistic revenue goals, leveraging existing strengths, and avoiding the pitfalls of overambition. Another key area Dylan touches on is the power of AI and automation in service-based businesses. From streamlining administrative tasks to enhancing customer communication, Dylan shares real-world examples of how AI can drive efficiency without replacing human workers. He explains how simple AI tools can handle routine follow-ups, manage project coordination, and generate content from client meetings, allowing businesses to serve more clients without overburdening their teams. The episode concludes with a compelling discussion on why businesses need to start incorporating AI into their workflows by 2025 or risk falling behind. Dylan highlights the importance of viewing AI as a way to amplify productivity rather than a threat to jobs, positioning it as a tool to help businesses grow sustainably while maintaining a human touch. If you're a business owner looking to scale without burning out, this episode is packed with actionable insights and thought-provoking reflections that can help you build a more resilient and profitable company. To learn more about Dylan Jones and his work, please visit: Website: https://www.profitlaunchpad.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grow-with-dylan/?originalSubdomain=ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iam.dylanjones/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profitlaunchpad/?profile_tab_item_selected=mentions&_rdr 0:00 Lessons Learned: Work Smarter, Not Harder 4:19 Exhaustion from Neglecting Self-Care 6:45 Burnout and Health Concerns 9:51 Sustainable Growth Over Blitzscaling 16:05 Outcome-Based Hiring Strategy 17:39 Efficient Hiring for Key Roles 20:43 "Scaling Growth: Marketing Essentials" 26:46 Scaling Challenges in Local Trades 28:49 Balancing Leadership with DISC and Kolbe 31:46 Trades Work in Tech-Integrated Jobs 37:3...