Profitability Playbook: The Simple Numbers Podcast

S3:E20 - Sleepless Nights! What Are the Top Concerns of Entrepreneurs?

What keeps a founder up at night? This week, we are looking past the guesswork and diving straight into the actual data surrounding the top concerns for entrepreneurs in today's fast-moving market. From inflation anxieties to the pressure of scaling sustainably, we are breaking down the real-world challenges business owners are facing right now and, more importantly, how you can navigate them. Learn more and SimpleNumbersCRI.com [https://SimpleNumbersCRI.com] Register for the Simple Numbers Summit [https://www.SimpleNumbersSummit]!

S3:E19 - Where Smart Entrepreneurs Go to Stay Ahead

In a market that moves at the speed of an algorithm, the most dangerous thing an entrepreneur can do is stop learning. But with an endless sea of "noise," how do you identify the resources that actually move the needle for your business?This week, we’re breaking down the 2026 Entrepreneur’s Growth Toolkit. We move beyond the basics to explore the high-impact environments where the world’s most successful founders are spending their time and energy. Whether you’re a solo founder or scaling a mid-market firm, this episode is your roadmap to staying informed, connected, and ahead of the curve.Visit https://www.simplenumberscri.com and https://www.simplenumberssummit.com

S3:E18 - The Dos and Don'ts for Every Entrepreneur

What is the secret to steering your business toward sustainable success? In this episode, Mike Maxson and Brandon Gray break down the essential dos and don'ts every entrepreneur needs to know. Join us as we cover the critical playbook for pricing, labor, raises, owner's compensation, facilities, and marketing. Tune in to discover the rules you need to follow, and the costly mistakes you should avoid, when growing your business! Learn more at: SimpleNumbersCRI.com [https://www.simplenumberscri.com] and SimpleNumbersSummit.com [https://www.simplenumberssummit.com]

S3:E17 - The Great Labor Reset

It is time for the great labor reset! In this episode, Mike Maxson [https://www.simplenumberscri.com/mike-maxson] and Brandon Gray [https://www.simplenumberscri.com/brandon-gray] explore how to measure labor effectiveness and ensure a strong return on your labor spend. Discover the strategic hacks for managing your team to drive sustainable profitability! Learn more at simplenumberscri.com [https://www.simplenumberscri.com] and simplenumberssummit.com [https://www.simplenumberscri.com].

S3:E16 - Are You Growing or Scaling?

Growth adds cost, scale adds profit! In this episode, Mike Maxson [https://www.simplenumberscri.com/mike-maxson] and Brandon Gray [https://www.simplenumberscri.com/brandon-gray] dive into the numbers that define a truly scalable business. Moving beyond top-line revenue, they explore the "Big Three" of scaling: gross margin, labor efficiency, and controlled operational spend. If you’re a business owner ready to stop chasing raw growth and start building for long-term efficiency, this breakdown is for you. Learn more at SimpleNumbersCRI.com [https://www.simplenumberscri.com] Register now for the Simple Numbers Summit [https://www.simplenumberssummit.com]