Scale Smart Live

Scale Smart Live

The Ops IQ Podcast brings candid conversations with founders, operators, and experts who know what it takes to scale sustainably. Hosted by Taja Graham, each episode unpacks real-world lessons in operations, leadership, finance, and strategy, so you can grow with clarity, not chaos.

  1. APR 9

    How to Optimize Lead Generation, Processes, and Workforce Performance

    As businesses grow, inefficiencies across lead generation, operations, and workforce management become harder to ignore. What once worked starts to break, and without the right systems in place, performance suffers. On this episode of Scale Smart Live, Taja M. Graham is joined by Hadassah Eley - CME Strategies, Owner, to explore how businesses can improve efficiency across core areas of growth and execution. With over 17 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, Hadassah brings deep expertise in identifying root causes and solving complex operational challenges. Her work focuses on helping organizations strengthen processes, improve productivity, and build systems that support long-term performance. In this conversation, we will cover: 1. Improving Lead Generation and Operational Efficiency 2. Reducing Manufacturing Defects and Optimizing Processes 3. Workforce Optimization and Communicating Data to Leadership If you are looking to eliminate inefficiencies, improve operational performance, and create clearer visibility across your business, this session will provide practical insights you can apply. To learn more, visit OpsIQ.biz.

    57 min

  2. MAR 18

    Scale Smart Live with Jonathan Graviss & Jonathan P. Graviss

    On the next episode of Scale Smart Live, we’re welcoming Jonathan Graviss and Jonathan Graviss from Graviss Marketing. Both bring deep experience in helping companies strengthen their marketing strategy, align sales with revenue goals, and build systems that support consistent growth. Their work focuses on helping operators clarify their value proposition, improve positioning in competitive markets, and create marketing and sales processes that teams can execute reliably. Jonathan Graviss serves as Chief Revenue Officer and Fractional CMO, partnering with organizations to develop scalable go-to-market strategies and stronger revenue frameworks. Jonathan Graviss works closely with operators and regional networks to integrate CRM, sales strategy, and marketing into one cohesive engine designed to drive predictable growth. Together, they help businesses move beyond disconnected tactics and toward a more structured, sustainable approach to growth. Join us as we welcome Jonathan Graviss and Jonathan P. Graviss to the show for a conversation about building clarity, structure, and momentum in today’s evolving marketplace.

    44 min

  3. MAR 6

    Building Revenue Clarity Through Strategy, ROI, and Digital Execution

    What does it take to create a business plan that flows across marketing, sales, operations, and accounting, all the way to revenue? In this episode of Scale Smart Live ,Taja M. Graham welcomes Elissa B., Founding Partner at The Critical Standard and a multi-venture founder known for turning strategic ideas into real-world outcomes. Elissa has scaled two digital startups from the ground up and built business partnerships valued in the tens of millions. Her approach is practical, high energy, and focused on aligning business strategy with systems that actually drive growth. This conversation explores: 1. How leaders can build a plan that actually flows 2. Why ROI is the elephant in the room 3. How your digital footprint impacts your revenue Whether you are leading a service-based business or rethinking your strategy for scale, this episode offers actionable insights to align your planning with your profit goals. To learn more, visit opsiq.biz.

    46 min

  4. MAR 6

    From Chaos to Clarity: Why Scaling Hurts and How Systems Bring Peace

    Scaling a business is rarely smooth. What worked at one stage often breaks at the next. Pressure builds. Decisions slow down. Many founders feel the weight of growth long before they can clearly explain what’s wrong. In this episode of Scale Smart Live, Taja M. Graham is joined by Jessie Lizak, CEO of Reveting, to talk through what scaling really feels like and how founders can move from chaos to clarity. The conversation covered: 1.⁠ ⁠Recognizing the Pain of Scaling Operations 2.⁠ ⁠Asking for Help Scaling, As a Founder 3.⁠ ⁠Peace comes with Procedures Together, they discussed why operational strain is a normal part of growth, why asking for help is often the hardest step for founders, and how procedures create clarity, stability, and space to lead. Jessie brought her perspective on trust, leadership, and visibility as businesses grow, while Taja grounded the conversation in operational reality and execution. This episode is for founders who are scaling, feeling the pressure, and looking for a more sustainable way forward. Growth doesn’t have to feel chaotic. With the right systems in place, clarity and peace are possible.

    47 min

  5. FEB 11

    Entrepreneurial Success From The Ground Up

    What happens when a founder decides to bring trust and transparency into an industry built on the opposite? In an upcoming episode of Scale Smart Live, Jon Grishpul, Founder and CEO of GreatBuildz and Maxable, joins the conversation to talk about how he's building tech-driven platforms that put homeowners first. With limited resources and plenty of skepticism from the construction world, Jon and his team launched solutions that connect families to vetted contractors, simplify confusing bids with AI, and help people unlock new income through ADUs. This episode will explore: 1. Bringing Transparency to Home Improvement Projects 2. Building Tech-Driven Platforms With Limited Resources 3. Rebuilding Trust in a Broken Industry Whether you’re navigating a legacy space or launching your own platform, Jon’s approach offers a smart blueprint for solving real problems and scaling with integrity. Learn more at OpsIQ.biz

    45 min

  6. JAN 21

    AI, Leadership & Family: Scaling Business + Life Operations

    Today’s leaders are balancing more than company growth. Many are also supporting aging parents, managing personal complexity, and navigating rapid shifts in technology. This episode of Scale Smart Live focuses on how AI and operational strategy can support both business and life.Tyrone M. Robinson III, Founder of Opportunities 2 Serve, LLC. shares his dual expertise in business transformation and personal operations, offering a framework for founders, executives, and caregivers to scale with structure. His insights help leaders make better decisions, create more time, and reduce overwhelm by applying proven operational principles to every part of their lives.Topics include:1. AI + Fractional Leadership: Why Growing Businesses Need Both to Scale Smart2. The AI Solution for Sandwich Generation Leaders: Coordinating Aging Parents While Running a Business3. AI-Enabled Strategic Family Enterprise Operations: Business Operations Principles Meet Family LifeCatch the conversation on Tuesday, January 20th, at 5:15 PM EST. It’s a powerful session for anyone building a business while supporting the people who matter most.

    57 min

  7. JAN 7

    You Don’t Scale Alone: Leveraging Relationships to Grow Smarter

    Smart growth doesn’t happen in isolation. Behind every company that scales well is a foundation of clear strategy, strong advisory relationships, and a willingness to adapt. On the next episode of Scale Smart Live, Taja M. Graham sits down with • Robert Field, Global CIO of Adler Advisors, to explore how today’s companies can grow with intention, even while facing tighter budgets, leaner teams, and more complexity than ever before. Robert brings decades of experience in technology leadership, working with companies across industries to align systems, people, and strategy. In a market where everyone is being asked to do more with less, his perspective is timely. In this conversation, we’ll unpack: 1. Scaling Smarter by Turning Chaos into Clarity with Strategy, Advisors and Connections 2. The Human Side of Scale and How to Build Accountability Without Killing Innovation 3. Every company still needs AP and AR support, they're just doing it with less. If you’re building a business in today’s landscape, where resources are tight but expectations are high, this episode will offer clarity, context, and actionable insight.

    37 min

  8. 12/17/2025

    How to Lead Through Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity & Ambiguity

    In a rapidly evolving business environment, leadership depends on more than strategy. It calls for clarity, flexibility, and emotional intelligence. In this episode of Scale Smart Live, Ryan S. joins Taja M. Graham for a high-impact discussion on how leaders can guide their teams through periods of uncertainty and transformation. With deep executive experience, Ryan offers practical insights for navigating complexity without losing direction or momentum. This conversation covers essential leadership strategies for managing disruption and supporting teams during challenging transitions. Topics include: The Current Landscape of Workplace VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, & Ambiguity) How To Lead Effectively Through Periods of Workplace VUCA Tips To Influence Change Adoption Through Mindset Management Whether you are scaling a company, adapting to shifting priorities, or helping your team move through change, this episode offers actionable advice to lead with intention and impact.

    48 min
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The Ops IQ Podcast brings candid conversations with founders, operators, and experts who know what it takes to scale sustainably. Hosted by Taja Graham, each episode unpacks real-world lessons in operations, leadership, finance, and strategy, so you can grow with clarity, not chaos.

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  • Creator
    Scale Smart Live
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Scale Smart Live
  • Show Website
    Scale Smart Live