When only a few team members are doing the wrong thing, sending a group email might feel easier — but it rarely fixes the real issue. In this episode of Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!), Brendan Rogers shares a real story of a new SME leader who took a “broad-brush” approach to correcting team behaviour… and how it backfired. You’ll learn why direct conversations build trust, improve clarity, and create accountability — while avoiding the frustration and disengagement that come from blanket messages. This episode is a must-listen for business owners and leaders who want to strengthen their leadership communication, improve team performance, and grow their business through people-powered systems.   In This Episode, You’ll Discover: Why addressing everyone to fix one person’s behaviour damages morale The difference between broadcasting clarity and targeting accountability How to “see something, say something” — without creating tension The simple mindset shift from comfort to clarity that builds respect and results How direct feedback drives performance and helps your team self-manage   Key Quote “You can’t build team trust by avoiding individual discomfort.”   Next Step Ready to handle tough conversations with calm confidence? Join the High-Impact Leader Club — where SME owners and leaders learn the simple leadership rhythms that build self-managing teams. leaderbydesign.au/club   Resources & Links Join the High-Impact Leader Club Take the free Balance Audit Follow Brendan on LinkedIn

You’ve built success — but you’re still stuck. In this Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!) business growth podcast, Brendan Rogers shares the five critical signs your business isn’t built for scale, even if it looks successful from the outside. Many SME leaders are unknowingly trapped by the very habits that made them successful — personal oversight, reactive decision-making, and systems that only work because they’re watching. In this episode, you’ll learn how to recognise when your success is actually your ceiling — and how to redesign your business for scalable business growth, stronger team performance, and sustainable leadership impact. In This Episode You’ll Learn 5 clear signs your business can’t scale (even if it’s growing). Why “working harder” makes scale impossible. The leadership mindset shift from control to empowerment. How to build systems that thrive without your constant involvement. A practical 30-day challenge to build independence into your business. Who This Episode Is For SME owners or leaders who feel stuck doing everything themselves. Business leaders who want scalable business growth and more freedom. Listeners of leadership podcasts and team performance podcasts who value practical, real-world strategies. ️ Key Quote “Your goal isn’t to be less involved — it’s to be less essential.”   Listen Now Tune in to Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!) — the business growth podcast that helps SME owners scale through clarity, systems, and leadership growth.   Resources Take The Balance Audit Visit Leader By Design Follow Brendan Rogers on LinkedIn  

If your business is growing but you’re working harder, feeling stretched, and losing control — this episode is for you. In this Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!) business growth podcast, Brendan Rogers reveals how growth without balance quietly breaks many small businesses and SMEs — and the simple framework that helps you fix it for good. The SME Impact Triangle™ shows you how to balance three critical areas of growth: Leader (You), Team (Them), and Business (It). When these grow together, you achieve long-term impact — sustainable business growth, stronger team performance, and a calmer, more confident leadership rhythm. In This Episode You’ll Learn Why unbalanced growth creates burnout, chaos, and “brittle success.” The 3 sides of the SME Impact Triangle™ and how to identify your weakest side. The mindset shifts from Reactive → Strategic, Directed → Empowered, and Volatile → Predictable. How to create balance across Leadership, Team, and Business.A simple next step: The Balance Audit to find where to focus first. Who This Episode Is For SME owners and leaders who feel stuck doing everything themselves. Business owners ready to grow smarter, not just harder. Listeners of leadership podcasts and team performance podcasts who want practical systems for sustainable business growth. ️ Key Quote “Your business doesn’t grow because you push harder — it grows because you build balance.” Listen Now Tune in to Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!) — the business growth podcast that helps SME owners lead with clarity, lift team performance, and grow their business without losing their life. Resources Take The Balance Audit Visit Leader By Design Follow Brendan Rogers on LinkedIn

Feeling unsure about your leadership doesn’t mean you’re failing — it means you’re paying attention. In this episode of Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!) — the business growth podcast for SME owners and leaders — Brendan Rogers flips the script on self-doubt and reveals why reflection is actually the clearest sign you’re a savvy business owner. You’ll discover how awareness, curiosity, and a willingness to learn are the real drivers of business growth — not having all the answers. In this episode you’ll learn: The #1 sign you’re a savvy business owner (and why you’re probably already doing it). Why reflection — not reaction — builds smarter decisions and stronger teams. How to turn self-doubt into your biggest growth advantage. The difference between “hands-on hustling” and high-impact leading. Three simple questions to turn reflection into action. This episode is for business owners and SME leaders who: Are growing a team but still second-guess their decisions. Want to build confidence, clarity, and consistency in leadership. Listen to leadership podcasts that give real, practical takeaways for team performance and business growth. Tune in to Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!) — the team performance podcast helping SME owners grow themselves, grow their teams, and grow their business through simple, people-powered leadership. Learn more about the High-Impact Leader Club here. Connect with Brendan Rogers Website: leaderbydesign.au Podcast: Why Your Business Isn’t Growing LinkedIn: Brendan Rogers

Most leaders think giving more feedback is the secret to better performance. But the truth? The fastest way to build a genuine feedback culture is to ask for feedback yourself. In this episode of Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!) — the business growth podcast for SME owners and leaders — Brendan Rogers flips the traditional feedback mindset and shows why real leadership starts with curiosity, not control. If you want to lift team performance, strengthen trust, and create a culture where people thrive, this short solo episode will help you lead the way. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why most feedback cultures fail before they even start. The one leadership habit that builds trust faster than anything else. How asking for feedback accelerates business growth and team alignment. Simple, repeatable questions you can use in your next 1:1. The mindset shift that turns “giving feedback” into “growing together.” This episode is perfect for: Small business owners and SME leaders ready to lead smarter, not harder. Listeners who love practical tools from a leadership podcast that focuses on people, performance, and growth. Anyone building a self-managing team or struggling to create a culture of honest communication. If you're a SME Owner who aspires to become a High-Impact Leader, find out how at leaderbydesign.au/hil

Are you stuck in the “Networking Black Hole”? You attend events, hand out cards, smile, and leave... but nothing happens. No new leads, no partnerships, no growth. If that’s your experience, this small business podcast episode is for you. In this short solo episode of the Why Your Business Isn’t Growing business growth podcast, Brendan Rogers from Leader By Design flips the outdated belief that “the more business cards you hand out, the more successful your networking will be.” You’ll learn: Why this old-school strategy no longer works What real connection looks like in modern networking How to shift from transactional to relationship-building The one small tweak that changes everything If you’re a growth-minded small business owner or SME leader scaling a business, this is a must-listen for making your networking time actually pay off. Want to grow your business? Book a Fit Call to see if the High-Impact Leader Club is right for you.

Are your 1:1s driving team performance—or just chewing up time? In the latest business growth podcast episode of Why Your Business Isn’t Growing, Brendan Rogers reveals the 5 most common mistakes business owners make that turn 1:1 meetings into status updates, instead of powerful performance meetings that actually drive business results. You’ll discover: Why most 1:1s lead to vague updates, not ownership The simple shift to turn check-ins into performance tools How to use the CRAFT 1:1 Performance Pillars: Coach, Rhythm, Agenda, Follow-Through, Tracking A practical checklist to improve your meetings this week If you’re a growth-minded business owner or SME leader, this is your roadmap to scaling a business through high-performing teams—without more micromanaging. Want help applying the system inside your business?Book a Fit Call to see if the High-Impact Leader Club is the right fit for you.

More rooms doesn’t equal more growth. In this episode of the business growth podcast Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!), Brendan Rogers shows why your networking may be slowing sales—and how to fix it in a week. You’ll learn five signs (cards not relationships; dreading follow-up; pitching instead of connecting; entering events without a goal; a foggy one-liner) and simple fixes: a 24-hour follow-up script, the 90-second event goal, two coaching questions, and the one line that flips any room—“Who are you trying to help next?” Built for time-poor owners, this small business podcast episode gives practical systems that lift referrals and delivery, accelerate leadership development, and make scaling a business feel sane. Expect team-friendly moves too—because networking is leadership in the wild—so you’ll build repeatable habits for leadership development and a stronger pipeline. Created by Leader By Design, this leadership podcast and team performance podcast stays punchy, useful, and human. Ready to replace activity with outcomes? Listen now. Want to learn which of the 5 stages you're in on your SME leadership journey? Get the Free SME Business Leadership Assessment here.

Long plans don’t grow a business—weekly execution does. In this episode of the business growth podcast Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!), Brendan Rogers hands you a one-page strategic plan for busy owners: five questions (12-month success, why it matters, one metric, 3 focus areas, 90-day outcomes), a 90-day rhythm (plan, review weekly, reset), and his three-word filter—Money • Momentum • Risk—to choose what moves the needle. You’ll learn how a simple cadence turns this small business podcast insight into action, how clear ownership lifts delivery (real team performance podcast value), and how light-touch leadership development keeps scaling a business without 60-hour weeks. Created by Leader By Design, this practical leadership podcast stays punchy: write the finish line, pick one metric, set owners, execute daily. Listen now and put the one-page plan to work today—for momentum you can measure. Get your FREE 1-Page Strategic Plan: leaderbydesign.au/strategicplan Take the free High-Impact Leader Assessment at leaderbydesign.au/assessment

Still avoiding “micromanagement” and wondering why projects drift? In this episode of the business growth podcast Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!), Brendan Rogers shows why vagueness—not control—kills momentum. You’ll learn his 90-second Clarity Contract (Result, Evidence, When, Guardrails, Help) to set outcomes without hovering, plus scripts for handovers and check-ins that lift delivery speed and retention. Using a real client story, Brendan proves how clear frames turn hands-off leadership into results—perfect for any team performance podcast listener. If you’re a small business podcast regular who wants practical leadership development, this leadership podcast episode gives you the exact words to lead the what and when while your team owns the how. Brought to you by Leader By Design, it’s a simple shift that compounds into durable leadership development and measurable growth. Ready to set clarity, end guesswork, and scale? Listen now and put the Clarity Contract to work today. Get the 1-Page Clarity Contract: https://leaderbydesign.au/clarity-contract Take the Free High-Impact Leader Assessment: https://leaderbydesign.au/assessment

Could a quiet money–trust wobble put you on the front page? In this episode of Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!), Brendan shares a 30-minute trust tune-up to protect reputation and speed business growth. You’ll get five simple moves: Write clear “Money Rules” Use two outside approvers Keep a daylight conflict register Run boring monthly controls Create a safe Speak-Up path These make growing your business steadier and safer. This is practical leadership development: small, repeatable habits that help you lead, not just fix. Use them to grow your business without drama, lift business growth with cleaner decisions, and model leadership development your team can copy. If you take payments, sign leases, or approve spending, this is for you. Block 30 minutes, run the checklist, and watch growing your business feel lighter. Ready to grow your business the right way? Listen now and put trust to work for business growth today.

Are performance reviews quietly stalling business growth? In this straight-talking episode, Brendan Rogers shares three habits to retire—skipping the conversation, scoring people, and drowning everyone in forms—and the simple system to grow your business without HR drama. You’ll learn a light monthly check-in and deeper quarterly review, outcome-based goals with 360 input, plus a one-page guide and Start/Stop/Keep that accelerate leadership development and keep growing your business on track. Hear how consistent 1:1s lift trust and productivity, creating compounding business growth while you actually lead. If leadership development has been in the too-hard basket, Brendan’s no-fluff approach shows exactly when to support, coach, and challenge so you truly grow your business. Remember: Small improvements, every day — that’s how serious growth happens. Listen now to swap clunky reviews for a people-powered engine for growing your business and durable business growth. Access the 'One-Page Performance Review Form' here.

What would your “Kiss Cam” moment reveal about your leadership? In business, you’re always in the spotlight — even when you don’t know it. In this episode, Brendan unpacks Coldplay’s now-viral Kiss Cam moment, where six seconds on a stadium screen exposed two senior leaders, triggered resignations, and sent shockwaves through their company. You’ll discover why growing your business isn’t just about strategy, but about leadership development that stands up under pressure. Using the PEOPLE Powered High-Impact Leader System, Brendan shares how to lead in a way you’d be proud to have broadcast to the world — and how small daily actions shape your culture more than any policy. If you want business growth without risking your reputation, this episode will show you the habits, systems, and self-awareness that keep you ready for any spotlight. Listen now to grow your business by growing the leader your team — and the public — can trust. If you’re ready to grow yourself so your business can grow with you—Take the free High-Impact Leader Assessment. It’ll show you exactly what phase of leadership you’re in, and what to focus on next.

Still firefighting at 9 pm while growing your business feels impossible? In this episode Brendan Rogers spotlights the five red-flag realities throttling business growth—decisions stalled on your desk, A-players bailing, daily firefights, a vision no one can repeat, and your mood hijacking the room. You’ll unpack the three levers—clarity, capability, cadence—plus micro-habits like 60-second vision voice-memos, 15-minute teach-backs, and Friday “win-lose-learn” huddles that keep growing your business on track. Hear how one boutique consultancy freed months of owner time and reignited sustainable business growth by applying these shifts. Ready to ditch the bottleneck and grow your business without 70-hour weeks? Press play now and move from hands-on hustler to high-impact leader. Remember: Small improvements, every day — that’s how serious growth happens. Grow yourself, grow your business.   FREE TRAINING SME business owners and senior leaders—tired of 60-hour weeks while cash flow crawls? Break free with my free 60-minute training, The 5-Habit Method to Boost Cash Flow without 60-Hour Weeks. Learn leadership habits that lift revenue, energise your team, and let you clock off by five. You’ll also see how the High-Impact Leader Membership delivers ongoing coaching, accountability, and plug-and-play systems to elevate your career and company. Grab your seat at leaderbydesign.au/impact.

Think being “open to feedback” proves great leadership? Brendan Rogers says it’s the hidden handbrake on business growth. In this punchy episode he dismantles the myth and unveils the Feedback Hunt: systemise, ask specific questions, close the loop, and seek the quiet voices. The result? Relentless business growth powered by teams that feel 4.6 × more empowered. If growing your business feels stuck on idle, Brendan’s four-step rhythm shows exactly how to grow your business by hunting insights, not waiting for them. Expect ready-to-use scripts, calendar prompts, and his trademark “small improvements, every day” mantra guiding you toward unstoppable growing your business momentum. Press play now and take the first step to grow your business today.

Think a new hire should smash KPIs in week one? Think again. In this raw, relatable episode Brendan Rogers unpacks how the first 90 days nursing Baby Sky through drug withdrawal unlocked a neuroscience-backed Regulate-Relate-Reason roadmap for leaders. You’ll discover the daily micro-touchpoints, guided-autonomy phase, and weekly 1:1 rhythm that shrink ramp-up time, cut turnover, and ignite durable business growth. If growing your business hinges on keeping high performers, Brendan’s three-stage 90-Day Workplace Attachment Cycle shows exactly when to intensify support, share stories, then stretch targets to grow your business—all while living his “small improvements, every day” mantra. Expect simple scripts, performance-agreement templates, and Aussie straight talk that makes business growth feel doable. Ready for a team that fuels growing your business while you sleep? Hit play now and let Brendan show you how to grow your business in 90 days or less.

Are you the go-to expert in your business - but still feel stuck on the tools and buried in team questions? This episode uncovers why being too good at your job might quietly be slowing down your business growth. Brendan shares how technical mastery, while once your biggest asset, can become the bottleneck that limits team performance and stalls your ability to grow your business. You’ll learn: Why relying on your own skills caps team ownership and decision-making Three daily habits that build leadership self-awareness and reclaim your calendar A 7-day challenge to shift from solving problems to coaching your team If you want more freedom, more impact, and real traction in growing your business, this episode gives you the mindset and microhabits to get there. It’s time to stop being the hero - and start becoming the guide. Listen now to accelerate your leadership and drive sustainable business growth. Download the 'Calendar Control Checklist'.

Are your strengths secretly holding your business back? In this episode of Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!), Brendan reveals how being good at your job - the very thing that built your success - can quietly sabotage your leadership and stall business growth. If your team depends on your answers and you're constantly “fixing” instead of leading, this is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed. You'll discover: Why technical expertise becomes a hidden handbrake on growing your business The one daily self-awareness habit that can shift you from hero to high-impact leader A practical 7-day challenge that flips your leadership from reactive to empowering Want to grow your business without burning out? It starts with letting go of the cape - and leading with a coaching lens. Remember: Small improvements, every day — that’s how serious growth happens. Listen now to reclaim your time, your team’s potential, and your path to true business growth.

If you’re an SME owner stuck working in the business, this business growth podcast is your weekly reset. Brendan Rogers shares practical tools to lift performance, sharpen leadership, and win back time—without 60-hour weeks. In every short episode you’ll get step-by-step frameworks from a team performance podcast perspective, plus real-world leadership development moves you can use the same day. Created by Leader By Design, this small business podcast blends Aussie warmth with clear actions. Follow now, queue the episodes, and start compounding results with Brendan’s leadership podcast—Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (and how to fix it!).

Dive into the fascinating world of DISC profiles and explore how understanding working styles can lead to stronger, more effective collaborations. In this episode, Brendan Rogers and his co-host, Emi, reflect on their unique DISC profiles and how these insights helped them navigate their differences to achieve exceptional teamwork. From Emi's daring "I style" to Brendan's careful and conscientious "CS style," they discuss how opposites can complement each other, striking a balance between innovation and structure. Discover practical applications of DISC profiling, including strategies for enhancing communication, managing feedback, and fostering a harmonious working relationship. Brendan shares highlights from recent leadership training sessions, including the power of strategic growth plans and 360-degree feedback to promote team alignment and individual development. Emi provides her perspective on how DISC insights enriched her learning experience, particularly as a young leader. Whether you’re a seasoned leader, an aspiring one, or just curious about personality-driven collaboration, this episode offers valuable lessons on leveraging diversity in working styles for mutual success. Timeline Summary (00:00) Introduction to DISC Profiles and Episode Overview (02:47) Brendan and Emi Reflect on Major Life Events (04:19) Strategic Growth Plans: Goal Setting for Success (06:04) Start-Stop-Keep Feedback: A Tool for Continuous Improvement (07:41) DISC Styles Explained: Emi’s "I Style" and Brendan’s "CS Style" (11:08) Leveraging DISC for Networking Success (17:25) Balancing Energetic and Calm Tendencies in Teamwork (20:11) Insights on Accommodating vs. Strong-Willed Approaches (22:34) The Art of Giving Tactful, Clear Feedback (29:14) Emi’s Reflections on Learning Through Interest (LTI) Links & Resources: Join our waitlist for the Master One-on-One Meetings program: Leader by Design Waitlist Closing RemarksAs we wrap up this insightful episode, we celebrate the power of understanding and embracing diverse working styles. Emi and Brendan’s dynamic partnership exemplifies how differences can become strengths when approached with awareness and respect. Their journey showcases the potential of tools like DISC profiles to foster communication, bridge gaps, and create meaningful connections in personal and professional settings. Emi’s reflections underline the importance of trying new things, seeking feedback, and staying proactive—valuable lessons for leaders at any stage of their journey. We’ll miss Emi’s energy as co-host, but we look forward to seeing how she continues to lead and inspire. If you’re ready to take your leadership to the next level, don’t miss the chance to join our Master One-on-One Meetings Program and transform your team’s performance. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast, leave a review, and follow us on your favorite platform. Until next time, remember: Leaders aren’t born; they’re designed. Be a leader by design today!