Build Beyond You
The #1 Mistake in Business Capacity Planning (And How to Fix It)
SEASON 2 · EPISODE 16 · September 22, 2025 · 26:01
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Are you ready to stop building your business on fantasy numbers? In this episode, we break down how to find your real capacity, spot profit red flags before they bite, and build financial models that actually work. Tune in for practical tips, real-world examples, and a few laughs as we help you unlock smarter growth and healthier profits. Don’t miss the biggest mistakes to avoid and the best ways to get your business thriving!
Highlights
00:00 - What are Profit and Capacity Models?
01:19 - How do you determine your capacity before scaling?
04:58 - What do business owners get wrong when calculating their capacity?
08:00 - Why you should shoot for 70% - 80% capacity, NOT 100%.
10:15 - How to calculate the value of an employee.
13:11 - What are the biggest killers of cash flow in your business?
16:25 - Never launch a new offer until you’ve DONE THIS!
19:43 - Why you should look at your numbers weekly. (and what to look for!)
23:00 - Biggest takeaways.
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Links from this episode
If you stepped away tomorrow, what would break first?
Your business should keep moving when you step away.
Picture taking a week off and coming back to a business that kept moving.
See What Stops