The Start, Scale & Succeed Podcast

Scott Ritzheimer
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Scale Architects, founder, CEO and Secrets of The High Demand Coach podcast host Scott Ritzheimer has helped start nearly 20,000 new businesses and nonprofits and launched and sold his own multimillion-dollar business after leading it through an exceptional and extended growth phase (over 10 years of double-digit growth) all before he turned 35. He realized the biggest secret to success is that there is not one secret to success. There are key strategies, tactics, skills, and mindsets needed at each stage of the journey AND they are different in each stage. He launched the Start, Scale & Succeed podcast to help you know what you need to do RIGHT NOW to create the success you want. If you're a founder, entrepreneur, owner, or CEO or even if you'd like to be. You'll find episodes guiding you to success in all seven stages of your journey from pre-launch to post-exit.

  1. 1d ago ·  Video

    How Solopreneurs Win in the Automation Age with Tim Harrison (stage 2) - Ep. 408

    In this practical episode, Tim Harrison, Founder and CEO of Coaching Innovation Lab, shares how AI can be your most powerful leverage tool as a stage 2 solopreneur. If you're overwhelmed wearing every hat, struggling with time constraints, and doing too much low-value work yourself, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why AI is now the essential third option beyond just eliminate or delegate - How to focus on your zone of genius while letting AI handle everything else - What it takes to build simple systems that multiply your impact and productivity This episode is ideal for for Founders, Owners, and CEOs in stage 2 of The Founder's Evolution. Not sure which stage you're in? Find out for free in less than 10 minutes at https://www.scalearchitects.com/founders/quiz Tim Harrison is a pioneer at the intersection of Coaching and AI. As the founder of the Coaching Innovation Lab, he specializes in advising, training, and consulting solopreneurs and organizations on the practical application of AI. Tim’s leadership in the field is globally recognized. He was one of eight experts selected for the International Coaching Federation’s (ICF) Global Taskforce on AI, helping to shape industry standards around the use of AI. His innovative work includes founding the nonprofit EPOG Academy, which developed PowerPath, an AI-powered coaching system designed to bridge guidance gaps in education, and leading Project BEACON, an NIH study measuring the impact of coaching for underrepresented biomedical PhD students. Want to learn more about Tim Harrison's work at Coaching Innovation Lab? Check out his website at https://coachinginnovationlab.com/ Connect with Tim through his LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachtimharrison/

    18 min

  2. 1d ago ·  Video

    Should You Really Start a Business or Nonprofit with Scott Ritzheimer (stages 1,2) - Ep. 407

    In this clarifying episode, Scott Ritzheimer, Founder of Scale Architects, shares how to decide whether you should stay in stage 1 as a purposeful employee or move to stage 2 and start your own thing. If you're a dissatisfied employee feeling pulled to launch but unsure if it's right for you, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why level 1 can be the ideal stage for mastering your craft and living with stability - How to become a purposeful employee instead of settling as a dissatisfied one - What signs show it's truly time to move from level 1 to becoming a startup entrepreneur This episode is ideal for for Founders, Owners, and CEOs in stages 1,2 of The Founder's Evolution. Not sure which stage you're in? Find out for free in less than 10 minutes at https://www.scalearchitects.com/founders/quiz Scott helped start nearly 20,000 new businesses and nonprofits and with his business partner started led their multimillion-dollar business through an exceptional and extended growth phase (over 10 years of double-digit growth) all before he turned 35.He founded Scale Architects to help founders and CEOs identify and implement the one essential strategy they need right now to get them on the fast track to Predictable Success. Want to learn more about Scott Ritzheimer's work at Scale Architects? Check out his website at https://www.scalearchitects.com/ Connect with Scott through his LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottritzheimer/

    22 min

  3. Jun 23 ·  Video

    The Collateral Damage of Business Success with Ryan Finley (stage 4) - Ep. 406

    In this revelatory episode, Ryan Finley, Owner and Founder of Freedom Financial Services Group, shares how neglecting your marriage while building your business can destroy both. If you’re a stage 1 founder feeling pulled between launching your venture and maintaining your most important relationship, you won’t want to miss it. You will discover: - Why keeping your spouse involved in your business journey protects both your marriage and your company - How to maintain open communication about finances and pressures as you grow - What balanced time management looks like so your family gets your full attention This episode is ideal for for Founders, Owners, and CEOs in stage 4 of The Founder's Evolution. Not sure which stage you're in? Find out for free in less than 10 minutes at https://www.scalearchitects.com/founders/quiz Ryan Finley is the Founder of Freedom Financial Services Group, a divorce finance advisory firm assisting families, attorneys, and courts with the financial challenges of divorce. With over twenty years of executive experience in finance and forensic accounting, Ryan has led hundreds of families across the country to financial clarity and assurance. As a CPA, CDFA, CVA, and court-approved mediator, Ryan combines technical accuracy with empathy, bridging financial analysis and human insight. His skill in clarifying complex financial matters and encouraging constructive dialogue makes him a trusted ally for attorneys and clients. Want to learn more about Ryan Finley's work at Freedom Financial Services Group? Check out his website at https://www.freedomfsg.com/ Connect with Ryan thorugh his LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanfinley/ Email him at ryan@freedomfsg.com and his phone number is 941-315-5535

    18 min

  4. Jun 23 ·  Video

    You’re Asking the Wrong Question with Scott Ritzheimer (stages 1,2,3,4,5,6,7) - Ep. 405

    In this clarifying episode, Scott Ritzheimer, Founder of Scale Architects, shares why asking the right question about your current stage matters more than chasing the next one. If you're unsure which level you're in, feel stuck pursuing the wrong growth, or worry you're building something you won't want to lead, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why knowing your exact Founder's Evolution stage prevents wasting effort on the wrong next level - What each stage truly requires so you can thrive where you are or prepare for transition - How to decide whether to optimize your current level or evolve to the next one This episode is ideal for for Founders, Owners, and CEOs in stages 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 of The Founder's Evolution. Not sure which stage you're in? Find out for free in less than 10 minutes at https://www.scalearchitects.com/founders/quiz Scott helped start nearly 20,000 new businesses and nonprofits and with his business partner started led their multimillion-dollar business through an exceptional and extended growth phase (over 10 years of double-digit growth) all before he turned 35.He founded Scale Architects to help founders and CEOs identify and implement the one essential strategy they need right now to get them on the fast track to Predictable Success. Want to learn more about Scott Ritzheimer's work at Scale Architects? Check out his website at https://www.scalearchitects.com/ Connect with Scott through his LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottritzheimer

    34 min

  5. Jun 16 ·  Video

    Are Your Happiest Clients Killing Your Growth? with Bradley Rausch (stage 3) - Ep. 404

    In this methodical episode, Bradley Rausch, Owner of bradleyrausch.com, shares how to turn your happy clients into a high-margin growth engine instead of staying trapped on the front-end hamster wheel. If you have clients, a team, and solid reviews but your growth has flattened despite chasing more leads, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why focusing on quality of revenue through referrals and upsells can multiply profit per client without more volume - How to implement the four sales framework to maximize lifetime value from onboarding to ascension - How to train your client success team to sell advocacy and upsells while maintaining quality experience This episode is ideal for for Founders, Owners, and CEOs in stage 3 of The Founder's Evolution. Not sure which stage you're in? Find out for free in less than 10 minutes at https://www.scalearchitects.com/founders/quiz Bradley Rausch is a client experience architect, strategic advisor, and the go-to “backend profit” partner for founder-led coaching and group programs. With six years of experience, he’s helped dozens of founders turn chaotic growth into durable, higher-margin revenue without sacrificing their values. From first-72-hour onboarding systems to referrals, testimonials, and ascension playbooks, Bradley and his team help founders turn each great client into 1.5–2x more profit and build businesses that feel lighter as they scale. Want to learn more about Bradley Rausch's work at bradleyrausch.com? Check out his website at https://www.bradleyrausch.com/ Connect with Bradley through his LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-rausch/

    20 min

  6. Jun 16

    Highly Profitable Legal Steps Before You Leap with Richard Gearhart (stage 1) - Ep. 403

    In this fundamental episode, Richard Gearhart, Founding Partner of Gearhart Law, LLC, shares how to smartly handle legal basics as a pre-founder so you can protect your ideas without big costs or risks. If you feel intimidated by legal stuff while still collecting a paycheck and juggling a side hustle, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to check your employment contract and document ideas separately to safeguard your IP from employer claims - Why running a proper trademark search early prevents costly rebranding or litigation down the road - How to set up an LLC, bank account, and upfront payments to build legitimacy and get paid faster This episode is ideal for for Founders, Owners, and CEOs in stage 1 of The Founder's Evolution. Not sure which stage you're in? Find out for free in less than 10 minutes at https://www.scalearchitects.com/founders/quiz Richard Gearhart, Esq., is a leading intellectual property attorney, entrepreneur, and nationally recognized speaker dedicated to helping innovators protect and scale their ideas. He is the founder of Gearhart Law, an international law firm focused on patent, trademark, and copyright matters for startups and growing businesses worldwide. He has presented to Fortune 50 companies, top colleges and universities, and legal audiences nationwide, and has spoken alongside New Jersey Supreme Court Chief Justice Stuart Rabner. Richard is the co-host of the nationally syndicated iHeartRadio show Passage to Profit – Road to Entrepreneurship, airing on 35 radio stations. Want to learn more about Richard Gearhart's work at Gearhart Law, LLC? Check out his website at https://gearhartlaw.com/ Connect with Richard though his LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardgearhart

    19 min

  7. Jun 9

    Should I Retire Or Start Over with Kim Sawyer (stage 1) - Ep. 402

    In this empowering episode, Kim Sawyer, Founder of theWealthSource®, shares how to take ownership of your career as a pre-founder in stage 1. If you're feeling stuck in a job, dissatisfied despite a good paycheck, and wondering if you should make a change, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why treating your career as a business where you are the CEO gives you real control - How to discern between your current job, long-term career, and overall life priorities - What active participation looks like to build your desired future instead of leaving it to chance This episode is ideal for for Founders, Owners, and CEOs in stage 1 of The Founder's Evolution. Not sure which stage you're in? Find out for free in less than 10 minutes at https://www.scalearchitects.com/founders/quiz Kim Sawyer has extensive business experience and has been a professional coach for more than 20 years. His coaching firm, theWealthSource®, coaches and facilitates key professionals, executives, teams, and organizations to create extraordinary wealth — in all its forms. They accomplish this by developing unique and powerful models, tools, and approaches that elevate the performance and success of the executives they coach to the next level. Kim has coached leaders across some of the most respected organizations, including Continental Airlines, JP Morgan Chase Bank, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), IBM, Chevron, and Spectra Energy. Want to learn more about Kim Sawyer's work at theWealthSource®? Check out his website at https://thewealthsource.com/ Connect with Kim through his LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachkimsawyer/ Are you a successful executive who feels stuck in your career and not sure what to do about it? Kim is offering you his $300 Career Mastery Session - FREE when you mention this podcast. There are limited spots, so sign up now: https://calendly.com/thewealthsource Mentioned in this episode: Take the Founder's Evolution Quiz Today If you’re a Founder, business owner, or CEO who feels overworked by the business you lead and underwhelmed by the results, you’re doing it wrong. Succeeding as a founder all comes down to doing the right one or two things right now. Take the quiz today at foundersquiz.com, and in just ten questions, you can figure out what stage you are in, so you can focus on what is going to work and say goodbye to everything else. Founder's Quiz

    17 min

  8. Jun 9

    Would More Money Kill Your Business with Yarin Gaon (stage 4) - Ep. 401

    In this insightful episode, Yarin Gaon, Founder of Fractional Partners, shares why outside capital often destroys more value than it creates for stage 4 founders. If you're generating more revenue but watching profits shrink, feeling overwhelmed by complexity, and tempted to raise money to fix it, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why giving capital to an unclear business model is more likely to destroy value than create it - How to shift from growth by addition to growth by subtraction to tighten your core engine - What it takes to identify your most profitable 20% before scaling with outside capital This episode is ideal for for Founders, Owners, and CEOs in stage 4 of The Founder's Evolution. Not sure which stage you're in? Find out for free in less than 10 minutes at https://www.scalearchitects.com/founders/quiz Yarin Gaon is an entrepreneur-turned-investor with a proven track record of founding, scaling, and exiting companies. He launched his first company at age 14 and went on to build Israel’s largest e-commerce platform for military goods, which he later sold before relocating to the U.S. He also served as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at a venture capital firm, where he specialized in turning around distressed startups. With an MBA from Tel Aviv University (and time spent at Kellogg School of Management), Yarin now helps growing companies mature into strong, cash-flowing assets. Yarin has mentored over 400 businesses through SCORE and the University of Chicago’s Polsky Center. Want to learn more about Yarin Gaon's work at Fractional Partners? Check out his website at https://www.fractional.partners/ Connect with Yarin through his LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaringaon/ Mentioned in this episode: Take the Founder's Evolution Quiz Today If you’re a Founder, business owner, or CEO who feels overworked by the business you lead and underwhelmed by the results, you’re doing it wrong. Succeeding as a founder all comes down to doing the right one or two things right now. Take the quiz today at foundersquiz.com, and in just ten questions, you can figure out what stage you are in, so you can focus on what is going to work and say goodbye to everything else. Founder's Quiz

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Scale Architects, founder, CEO and Secrets of The High Demand Coach podcast host Scott Ritzheimer has helped start nearly 20,000 new businesses and nonprofits and launched and sold his own multimillion-dollar business after leading it through an exceptional and extended growth phase (over 10 years of double-digit growth) all before he turned 35. He realized the biggest secret to success is that there is not one secret to success. There are key strategies, tactics, skills, and mindsets needed at each stage of the journey AND they are different in each stage. He launched the Start, Scale & Succeed podcast to help you know what you need to do RIGHT NOW to create the success you want. If you're a founder, entrepreneur, owner, or CEO or even if you'd like to be. You'll find episodes guiding you to success in all seven stages of your journey from pre-launch to post-exit.

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