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What Should Be Different 90 Days From Now?
Growth has a way of making businesses more complicated. More people get involved. Decisions take longer. Sales become less predictable. New opportunities compete for attention. The founder or CEO can no longer stay close to everything. At some point, the path forward gets less clear. That does not necessarily mean something is wrong. It often means the business has changed faster than the way it operates. The challenge is figuring out what actually needs to change. Is it a sa
mattheelan
Jul 172 min read


The Year of Shut the F*ck Up!
About a year ago, I made a decision that felt simple and uncomfortable at the same time. I decided to talk less. To shut the f*ck up. I’ve always been a verbal processor. Talking is how I think, work through ideas, and make sense of complexity. Silence has never felt neutral to me—it’s felt inefficient. That’s what made this hard. Why I Chose Silence I chose silence because I realized I was missing something in conversations. I was spending more time with CEOs trying to scale
mattheelan
Dec 17, 20253 min read


Effective Strategies for Family Business Growth
Growing a family business is a unique journey. It’s filled with opportunities, challenges, and moments that test your resolve. I’ve seen firsthand how combining passion with smart strategies can transform a small operation into a thriving enterprise. If you’re looking to scale your family business, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive into some practical, actionable tips that can help you grow smarter and faster. Family Business Growth Tips: Building a Strong Foundation Befo
mattheelan
Nov 27, 20253 min read


The Family Business.
I have worked for 7 different family businesses in leadership and management roles. Therefore, I’ve seen firsthand how external...
mattheelan
Mar 1, 20252 min read


Success in scaling isn't about growth but smart, strategic growth. Here's what most companies get wrong.
🔑 1. Maintain Service Quality – Prioritize customer experience even as you expand. ➡️Fact: 86% of buyers are willing to pay more for a...
mattheelan
Mar 1, 20252 min read


Breaking Through Growth Barriers: Solving the Problem of the Disruptive "Star."
Challenge The CEO of a small (60+ team), but quickly growing company faced a significant challenge: the top-performing business...
mattheelan
Mar 1, 20252 min read


You shouldn't be here.
This is Sara Blakely in the world headquarters (at the time) of Spanx - her apartment. Throughout my life, I’ve often been told, “You...
mattheelan
Mar 1, 20253 min read


Scaling to Sell? Most businesses never sell. Why? Here's how to fix that.
I’ve always been fascinated by why Founders, Entrepreneurs, and CEOs choose to scale. There’s plenty of content about how to scale—but...
mattheelan
Mar 1, 20252 min read


Growth doesn't break companies. People do.
More complexity. More problems. More risk. “Scaling fast means more success.” “More revenue solves everything.” “Processes will fix...
mattheelan
Mar 1, 20251 min read


Are You Leading from the Clouds or Stuck on the Ground? How CEOs Can Balance Strategy & Execution for Growth.
As a CEO of a small or mid-sized company, you wear multiple hats. One moment, you’re shaping the long-term vision —expanding markets,...
mattheelan
Mar 1, 20253 min read


The One Skill Every CEO Needs to Master
(And Why It'll Change How You Lead) Ever had a conversation where someone explained something so clearly that you immediately understood...
mattheelan
Mar 1, 20253 min read


Part 2: Scaling Smarter, Growing Faster - A Framework & AI-Driven Approach.
Summary: What You’ll Learn A 5-Part Framework for Growth. How strategic planning, operational overhauls, sales/marketing enhancements,...
mattheelan
Mar 1, 20254 min read


Part 1: How ABC Technologies Scaled from $6M to $30M.
Fifteen years ago, ABC Technologies began as a small, specialized services firm, maintaining a steady $6 million in annual revenue....
mattheelan
Mar 1, 20253 min read


Unveiling Confidence: The Synergy of Science, Body, and Brain.
"Self-confidence is a mental state that you build through repeated proof to yourself that you can achieve what you set out to do." –...
mattheelan
Dec 18, 20243 min read


The Road to Achieving $16 Million in 2025: 10 strategies for CEOs to accelerate your business.
As a CEO, reaching the financial landmark of $16 million in revenue by 2025 may initially seem daunting. However, with clear strategies,...
mattheelan
Dec 18, 20243 min read


The Confidence Journal
"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." - Ralph Waldo Emerson...
mattheelan
Jan 8, 20241 min read


How to say no?
As someone who has worked alongside seven CEOs in small to mid-sized organizations, I've learned that sometimes saying "no" to clients is...
mattheelan
Dec 26, 20231 min read


Unlocking Potential: 10 Strategies and 5 Steps to Develop Strategic Alliances.
Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with seven dynamic CEOs from diverse small to mid-sized organizations. Each...
mattheelan
Dec 26, 20233 min read


New Markets: Roadblocks to Growth and the Struggle Against Expansion Resistance.
Throughout my career, I've collaborated with seven CEOs from diverse small to mid-sized organizations, each grappling with the intricate...
mattheelan
Dec 26, 20232 min read


Unlocking Revenue Streams: Data Monetization.
Throughout my professional journey, I've had the privilege of working alongside seven CEOs in diverse small to mid-sized organizations,...
mattheelan
Dec 26, 20233 min read
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