The Founder Split

Vision ≠ Strategy: Why Leaders Get It Wrong

Vision isn’t strategy—and strategy isn’t vision. Mixing the two is one of the fastest ways to create chaos in a business. In this episode of Built By Bart, Bart Palmer and Alyssa Porta unpack: * The real difference between vision (destination) and strategy (map) * What happens when leaders confuse the two * Real-world examples of vision without strategy—and strategy without vision * How to align them so your team has both belief and direction If you’ve ever felt stuck running fast but not sure where you’re headed—or dreaming big with no traction—this conversation will reset how you lead.

Culture vs. EBITDA - Tim O'Reilly

Does culture or EBITDA really sell a company? In this episode of Built By Bart, Alyssa and Bart sit down with Tim O’Reilly, CEO of Guild Garage Group, to tackle a question every founder, buyer, and leader wrestles with: What truly drives a company’s value — a thriving people culture or the financial bottom line? Tim brings his perspective from both the buyer’s seat and the operator’s trenches, sharing how he’s built high-performance teams without losing sight of profitability. We unpack: * Why culture and EBITDA aren’t competing forces — they’re fuel for each other. * Signs your business is losing balance between the two. * Practical ways to lead with integrity while growing your bottom line. Whether you’re in the rut of chasing numbers or struggling to maintain a strong culture, this conversation will give you the clarity (and push) to bring both into alignment. 🎧 Listen in and get ready to scale with intention.

Be The One They Remember - Brandyn Nuffer

Customer experience is the heartbeat of your business — and it’s the difference between being forgotten and being recommended. In this episode of Built By Bart, Bart Palmer and Alyssa Porta sit down with Brandyn Nuffer, COO & Co-Founder of Awesome Home Services, to talk about building a culture that delivers unforgettable service. We cover: * What an “AWESOME” customer experience really looks like * How to handle problems without losing trust * Small touches that make a big impact * Training and recognizing your team to deliver consistently If you want your customers to remember you for all the right reasons, this is where to start. Visit Awesome Home Services : https://www.awesomeservice.com/

The Founder Split

What happens when the founder outgrows the business — or the business outgrows the founder? It’s not always about a dramatic breakup. Sometimes the split is internal. Sometimes it’s with your partners. Sometimes it’s with the version of yourself you thought would run this thing forever. In this episode, Bart Palmer gets real about: * Recognizing the signs of misalignment in leadership * Navigating partnership friction without losing your peace * Managing the mental, physical, and financial toll of leading a company * Rebuilding your mindset, your role, and your focus for the next chapter Whether you’re in the middle of your own split or want to be ready when it comes, this is a must-listen for any founder or leader.

Season 2: Still Building. Just Different.

The journey continues—with a few twists. Bart and Alyssa kick off Season 2 with a fresh lens, new energy, and a mission to learn from the best across every industry.