Outsource to Profits Podcast

Jamie Shanks

Jamie Shanks-CEO of 3 companies | Track Signals with Pipeline Signals, license Social Selling IP with Sales for Life, facilitate Offshoring Talent with Get Levrg. We help founders and CEOs navigate the murky waters of scaling offshore talent.

  1. Why Real Entrepreneurs Cannot Go Back to Normal Life

    2D AGO

    Why Real Entrepreneurs Cannot Go Back to Normal Life

    Episode: 134 Rafael Eljou exposes the real pressure behind entrepreneurship. This episode challenges the money myth, reveals why founders need thick skin, and helps listeners self-diagnose if they are truly built for the entrepreneurial journey. About the Host: Jamie Shanks is the founder of Get Levrg and host of Outsource to Profits. He helps founders scale faster through offshore talent, systems, and operational leverage. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamestshanks About the Guest: Rafael Eljou is a serial entrepreneur and Professional EOS Implementer with EOS Worldwide. He now helps founders design systems and platforms that guide entrepreneurs from idea stage to scalable business. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rafaeleljou Episode Summary: Rafael Eljou joins Outsource to Profits to discuss the emotional and financial reality of entrepreneurship. He explains why entrepreneurship cannot be taught, why most people are not wired for founder life, and how money is a byproduct of value rather than the goal. Rafael shares personal stories of leaving a stable career, enduring years without income, and building from inner drive rather than external reward. The conversation challenges listeners to look in the mirror and decide if they are truly prepared for the sacrifice, risk, and long-term mindset required to build something meaningful. What You'll Walk Away With: How to self-diagnose if entrepreneurship is right for you Why money cannot be the main motivation The real lifestyle behind founder pressure Why value creation always comes before income A clear mindset test for future founders #EntrepreneurMindset #FounderReality #StartupLife #EOSWorldwide #ValueCreation #BuildSomething

    12 min
  2. Why Every Founder Must Destroy Their Old Self to Scale

    FEB 17

    Why Every Founder Must Destroy Their Old Self to Scale

    Episode: 133 Adrian Dayton reveals why founders must “shed their skin” to scale. This episode breaks down the mindset shift from entrepreneur to CEO, letting go of control, and building teams that run the business without you. About the Host: Jamie Shanks is the founder of Get Levrg and host of Outsource to Profits. He helps founders scale faster through offshore talent, systems, and operational leverage. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamestshanks About the Guest: Adrian Dayton is a founder, 2x-exited entrepreneur, EO Utah Membership Chair, and Certified EOS Implementer. He now helps visionary founders scale companies using the same operating systems he used to grow and exit his own businesses. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriandayton/ Episode Summary: Justin Boling joins Outsource to Profits to unpack why profitable businesses still struggle with cash flow. He shares practical frameworks for identifying cash flow drivers beyond sales, improving pricing structure, managing labor costs, and cutting unnecessary expenses. The episode focuses on clear, actionable steps founders can take to regain financial control and scale with confidence. What You'll Walk Away With: How founders reinvent themselves to scale The Delegate and Elevate method for letting go Why saying no creates a real strategy The right-hand person factor in growth A simple test to spot founder bottlenecks Top Hashtags: #FounderToCEO #ScaleYourBusiness #DelegationMatters #EOSWorldwide #FounderMindset #StartupScaling #LeadershipDevelopment #BuildTheTeam #FounderBottleneck #HighPerformanceCEO

    16 min
  3. How to Change Your Emotional Narrative and Take Back Control

    FEB 10

    How to Change Your Emotional Narrative and Take Back Control

    Episode: 132 In this episode of Outsource to Profits, Charles Wolfe reveals how emotional intelligence directly impacts leadership and performance. He shares simple ways founders can recognize, diagnose, and shift their emotional state to make better decisions and lead with clarity. About the Host: Jamie Shanks is the founder of Get Levrg and the host of Outsource to Profits. He helps founders scale through offshore talent, operational leverage, and positive cash flow systems. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamestshanks About the Guest: Charles Wolfe is the CEO of Charles J. Wolfe Associates LLC, a coach and expert in emotional intelligence. With decades of experience working with pioneers of emotional intelligence, Charles helps individuals and organizations understand and harness the power of emotions to perform, lead, and live better. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charleswolfe1/ Episode Summary: Charles Wolfe joins Outsource to Profits to explore how emotional intelligence shapes leadership, performance, and decision-making. He explains why most founders overlook their emotional state and how that leads to ineffective work patterns and misaligned actions. Charles introduces the Emotion Roadmap, a practical framework for recognizing current feelings, identifying ideal emotional states for specific tasks, and creating plans to shift unhelpful emotions. The episode also covers daily emotional check-ins, identifying triggers, changing emotional narratives, and building self-awareness to lead with clarity, confidence, and lasting impact. What You'll Walk Away With: How to notice your emotional state regularly A simple roadmap to shift unhelpful feelings How emotions impact performance and decisions Practical self-diagnosis techniques Tools to lead with emotional clarity Top Hashtags: #EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipDevelopment #EmotionalClarity #FounderMindset #SelfAwareness #PerformanceCoaching #OutsourceToProfits #CEOLeadership #WorkplacePsychology

    17 min
  4. Your Team Sees the Bottleneck Before You Do

    FEB 2

    Your Team Sees the Bottleneck Before You Do

    Episode: 131 In this episode of Outsource to Profits, Chris Corgnati breaks down why founders unknowingly become the biggest bottleneck in their business. He shares practical delegation frameworks that help leaders free their time, empower teams, and scale without burning out. About the Host: Jamie Shanks is the founder of Get Levrg and host of Outsource to Profits. He helps founders scale through offshore talent, operational leverage, and systems that remove founders from day-to-day execution. LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamestshanks About the Guest: Chris Corgnati is a self-employed EOS Implementer with EOS Worldwide. He works with founders and leadership teams to improve delegation, strengthen operations, and build scalable organizations using the Entrepreneurial Operating System. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/corgnati Episode Summary: Chris Corgnati joins Outsource to Profits to explain why most founders become operational bottlenecks as their companies grow. He shares how habit patterns from early-stage entrepreneurship make leaders hold onto tasks they should delegate. The conversation explores the Eisenhower Matrix, time audits, $5 vs $500 tasks, and the visionary–integrator dynamic. Chris provides tactical steps founders can use to diagnose where their time goes, reframe delegation as a growth strategy, and build leadership structures that scale. What You'll Walk Away With: How to spot when you’ve become the bottleneck Simple delegation frameworks that free founder time The $5 vs $500 task mindset How time audits reveal hidden inefficiencies Why visionary–integrator pairing accelerates growth

    15 min
  5. The Real Reason Profitable Companies Still Struggle

    JAN 26

    The Real Reason Profitable Companies Still Struggle

    Episode 130 In this episode of Outsource to Profits, Justin Boling breaks down why cash flow problems aren’t caused by low sales. He shares practical ways founders can fix pricing, labor, and cash flow cycles to unlock cash and scale profitably. About the Host: Jamie Shanks is the founder of Get Levrg and the host of Outsource to Profits. He helps founders scale through offshore talent, operational leverage, and positive cash flow systems. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamestshanks About the Guest: Justin Boling is a Professional EOS Implementer® with EOS Worldwide, working as a self-employed advisor to founders and leadership teams. He helps businesses gain clarity, improve execution, and strengthen cash flow using the Entrepreneurial Operating System. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-boling-47056411/ Episode Summary: Justin Boling joins Outsource to Profits to unpack why profitable businesses still struggle with cash flow. He shares practical frameworks for identifying cash flow drivers beyond sales, improving pricing structure, managing labor costs, and cutting unnecessary expenses. The episode focuses on clear, actionable steps founders can take to regain financial control and scale with confidence. What You'll Walk Away With: How to fix cash flow without more sales Hidden cash flow opportunities in your business Smarter pricing and labor decisions Simple steps to regain financial control A clearer path to sustainable growth #CashFlowManagement #FounderLeadership #BusinessScaling #EOSWorldwide #EntrepreneurMindset #Profitability #OperationalExcellence #OutsourceToProfits

    13 min
  6. Multi-Project Leadership Without Losing Your Mind

    JAN 20

    Multi-Project Leadership Without Losing Your Mind

    Episode 129 Evan Marks, founder of M1 Performance Group, reveals how leaders, founders, and executives can harness mental performance techniques to pause, reflect, and respond intentionally. Learn how to create mental space for smarter decisions, manage emotions under pressure, and transform your leadership approach for higher productivity and impact. About the Host: Evan Marks is a mental performance coach and the founder of the M1 Performance Group. With decades of experience in finance and executive coaching, he trains C-suite executives, business owners, and founders to make conscious decisions, manage emotions, and optimize performance. His work bridges neuroscience, habit formation, and leadership strategy to help leaders respond intentionally rather than react impulsively. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmarks-m1 About the Guest: Steve Sapato is a CEO, speaker, and small business coach with over 40 years of experience. He helps founders and entrepreneurs grow their businesses, master public speaking, and connect with audiences to drive real results. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevesapato/ Episode Summary: In this episode, Evan Marks shares his journey from Wall Street executive to mental performance coach. He explains why leaders often react emotionally and offers actionable strategies to pause, reflect, and respond consciously. Evan teaches practical tools like self-exploratory questioning, mental space creation, and tactical communication techniques to improve decision-making, increase productivity, and lead with clarity and confidence. Listeners will learn how to manage their internal state, handle high-pressure interactions, and implement habits that enhance leadership performance. What You'll Walk Away With: Pause, reflect, and respond under pressure Prioritize important ideas for smarter decisions Improve emotional control and focus Build habits for productivity and teamwork Lead with clarity, influence, and efficiency #MentalPerformance #LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #Founders #DecisionMaking #ProductivityTips #CeoLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #BusinessStrategy #PerformanceCoaching #FounderTips #MindsetMatters #HighPerformanceLeadership #BusinessGrowth #WorkSmarter

    13 min
  7. Why Most Founders Lose the Room Before They Finish the First Minute

    JAN 13

    Why Most Founders Lose the Room Before They Finish the First Minute

    Episode 128 Steve Sapato reveals how founders and small business owners can captivate audiences, tell powerful stories, and turn speaking opportunities into real business growth. About the Host: Jamie Shanks, the creator and CEO of Get Levrg and host of Outsource to Profit, has over two decades of experience in entrepreneurship and agency management. Throughout his career, he has successfully established and expanded multiple businesses, all while helping business leaders achieve growth through strategic delegation and outsourcing. Jamie engages in open, honest conversations with fellow founders, executives, and trailblazers, sharing valuable insights on scaling businesses, effective leadership, and building robust companies. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamestshanks About the Guest: Steve Sapato is a CEO, speaker, and small business coach with over 40 years of experience. He helps founders and entrepreneurs grow their businesses, master public speaking, and connect with audiences to drive real results.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevesapato/ Episode Summary: In this episode, Steve Sapato shares his journey from emceeing family events to coaching founders and entrepreneurs on public speaking and business growth. He breaks down how to craft engaging stories, connect with any audience, and turn speaking opportunities into revenue. Steve emphasizes practical tactics, including recording yourself, asking the right questions, and mastering your presence to become a more confident, persuasive, and impactful leader. What You'll Walk Away With: Engage your audience instantly Turn talks into revenue. Tell stories that stick. Improve stage presence fast. Master voice and body language. #PublicSpeaking #Storytelling #AudienceEngagement #Leadership #FounderTips #BusinessGrowth #SalesStrategy #PersonalBranding #ElitePerformance #SpeakingSkills #Entrepreneurship #CEOInsights #StagePresence #CommunicationSkills #BusinessCoaching

    16 min
  8. How Smart Leaders Turn Vision Into Real, Measurable Wins

    JAN 7

    How Smart Leaders Turn Vision Into Real, Measurable Wins

    Episode 127 Joanna Horton McPherson is a leadership coach and Forbes Business Council contributor who helps leaders build legacy, boost team performance, and drive growth through self-awareness and elite practices. About the Host: Jamie Shanks, the creator and CEO of Get Levrg and host of Outsource to Profit, has over two decades of experience in entrepreneurship and agency management. Throughout his career, he has successfully established and expanded multiple businesses, all while helping business leaders achieve growth through strategic delegation and outsourcing. Jamie engages in open, honest conversations with fellow founders, executives, and trailblazers, sharing valuable insights on scaling businesses, effective leadership, and building robust companies. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamestshanks About the Guest: Joanna Horton McPherson is a leadership coach, investor, and mentor who helps women leaders build their legacy and grow their businesses. She works with founders, CEOs, and public figures to boost self-awareness, support team well-being, and drive elite performance across organizations. She is also a member of the Forbes Business Council. LinkedIn:  linkedin.com/in/joanna-horton-mcpherson Episode Summary: In this episode of Outsource to Profits, Joanna Horton McPherson talks about what it means to be an elite leader. She explains that leadership comes from how you act and show up every day. Joanna highlights the importance of caring for your team, focusing on their well-being, and practicing self-awareness. She shares practical tips for founders and leaders to improve themselves, connect with their teams, and make tough decisions with compassion. This episode shows how people-first leadership can create stronger teams and better business results. What You'll Walk Away With: Lead by example, influence the team. Prioritize wellness, drive business profit. Upskill yourself to model excellence. Connect with empathy, make decisions. Leverage relationships to increase valuation. #EliteLeadership #WomenInLeadership #FounderMindset #LeadershipDevelopment #CEOAdvice #TeamPerformance #PeopleFirstLeadership #CompanyCulture #LeadershipGrowth #ExecutiveCoaching #HighPerformanceTeams #PsychologicalWellness #BusinessStrategy #LeadershipTips #ProfitThroughPeople

    12 min

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Jamie Shanks-CEO of 3 companies | Track Signals with Pipeline Signals, license Social Selling IP with Sales for Life, facilitate Offshoring Talent with Get Levrg. We help founders and CEOs navigate the murky waters of scaling offshore talent.