Outsource to Profits Podcast

Episode 123
Daniel Hammond joins Jamie to discuss why founders isolate themselves and how mentorship can help them see their blind spots. He shares how a third-party perspective helps leaders think bigger and make better decisions. This episode breaks down what it takes to build a servant-led company and grow into a well-rounded CEO.
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:
Daniel Hammond is the president of Business Interrogation and the co-creator of the Customer-Driven Leadership system. He supports founders with a third-party perspective, deep questioning, and organizational models built for servant-led teams. With a background in military intelligence and systems thinking, Daniel helps entrepreneurs strengthen their decision-making, uncover blind spots, and build companies that grow with stability.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-l-hammond/
Episode Summary:
Jamie sits down with Daniel Hammond, president of Business Interrogation and co-creator of Customer Driven Leadership. Daniel explains why founders often choose to struggle alone, how isolation limits growth, and why an outside perspective can create breakthroughs. He shares how mentorship changed his own journey and why the right advisor can multiply your thinking.
They talk about building servant-led teams, helping employees surface problems early, and developing real competency in finance, operations, and hiring. This episode highlights how founders can grow into well-rounded leaders and build companies that scale with stability.
 
What You'll Walk Away With:
Why founders get stuck alone
Power of real mentorship
Value of the third-party perspective
How servant-led systems work
Core skills every CEO needs
#Leadership #FounderLife #Mentorship #Scaling #EntrepreneurMindset #ServantLeadership #BusinessGrowth #OperationalExcellence #CEODevelopment #FounderWisdom

Episode 122Most founders don’t have a strategy problem. They have a boundary problem. Stephanie McAuliffe explains why your habits, your pace, and your energy set the rules for everyone around you. If you improve how you present yourself, your team starts moving faster.
 
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:
Stephanie B. McAuliffe is the Founder & CEO of The Way of the Diamond Warrior. After 27 years on Wall Street, Stephanie now works with conscious leaders to help them clear the blocks that are holding them back from their transformation, so they can stand in their true power and lead with clarity.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniebmcauliffe/
Episode Summary:
Jamie and Stephanie dig into why so many founders struggle to set boundaries and how that lack of structure quietly drains focus, energy, and trust. Stephanie explains why overcommunication feels safe, why context switching destroys productivity, and how childhood patterns often shape leadership behavior. They break down the mindset shift founders need, the skill of giving others their lane, and the power of not taking things personally. This episode offers practical steps founders can take to reclaim their time, protect their energy, and establish a healthier rhythm with partners, teams, and customers.
What You'll Walk Away With:
A simple way to set boundaries that actually stick.
A clearer mind so you can focus on what matters.
Tools to stop micromanaging and trust your team.
Calmer response to daily stress and triggers.
Healthier work rhythm that supports long-term growth.
 
#Leadership #FounderGrowth #BoundarySetting #ConsciousLeadership #BusinessClarity #EmotionalIntelligence #ScalingTeams #HealthyLeadership #PersonalGrowth #MindsetWork #HighPerformanceLeadership #TeamDynamics #FounderMindset #WorkplaceWellbeing #BusinessTransformation

Podcast 121
Meegan Kriley-Mackay, founder of Artes pro Vita Academy (AVA), shares insights on how leaders can effectively balance artificial intelligence with human intelligence. She explains why emotional awareness, integrity, and compassion are crucial for effective leadership in an AI-driven world.
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:
Meegan Kriley-Mackay is the Founder and CEO of Artes pro Vita Academy (AVA). She is a former interrogator and human intelligence specialist with the Department of Defense. With over 30 years of experience studying human behavior, Meegan now helps leaders align human intelligence and emotional awareness with the rise of AI-driven leadership. Her upcoming book, "Leadership in the Age of AI: Rebooting Human Intelligence," teaches how to lead with clarity, empathy, and integrity in a tech-focused world.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/softinterrogator/
 
Episode Summary:
Jamie and Meegan explore how leaders can balance human intelligence with artificial intelligence in today's workplace. Meegan shares insights from her career as a former interrogator and explains why emotional awareness, empathy, and integrity matter more than ever. Together, they discuss using AI as a co-pilot, not a replacement, and how leaders can remain grounded, self-aware, and ethical while expanding their impact in an AI-powered world.
 
What You'll Walk Away With:
How to use AI without losing your human touch.
Ways to lead with empathy, not just data.
Tools to stay grounded in fast-changing tech.
A simple method to ask better questions and build trust.
How to align emotional intelligence with AI innovation.
 
#HumanIntelligence #LeadershipDevelopment #AIMindset #EthicalAI #FutureOfWork #EmotionalIntelligence #WorkplaceCulture #FounderGrowth #ConsciousLeadership #TeamPerformance

Episode 120
You don’t need a new strategy. You need a new story. Bridget Cook-Burch shares how rewriting the stories you tell yourself can unlock growth, rebuild confidence, and create the clarity every founder needs to lead with authenticity and strength.
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:
Bridget Cook-Burch is a bestselling author and founder of Your Inspired Story. She helps leaders and entrepreneurs transform their life experiences into compelling narratives that inspire, educate, and expand their influence. Through her mentorship, she demonstrates how authentic storytelling fosters trust and creates a lasting impact.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mbridgetcookburch/
Episode Summary:
In this episode, Jamie and Bridget Cook-Burch explore how the stories we tell ourselves impact our business decisions and growth. Bridget shares how reframing limiting beliefs into empowering narratives helps leaders find new options, recover from failure, and lead with authenticity. Together, they discuss why pain can be an influential teacher, how vulnerability creates stronger connections, and why founders must rewrite their internal stories before rewriting their business strategies. The conversation demonstrates that storytelling is not just a marketing skill, but a leadership tool for transformation and building trust.
 
What You'll Walk Away With:
How to turn pain into power through storytelling
Why authenticity attracts trust and real connection
How to rewrite limiting stories that hold your business back
The link between self-awareness and leadership growth
How your personal story can drive professional impact
 
#Storytelling #LeadershipGrowth #AuthenticLeadership #FounderMindset #PersonalDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #EmotionalIntelligence #MindsetShift #TrustBuilding

Episode 119
You do not need another growth strategy. You need honesty. Alessandra Wall helps founders understand why vulnerability builds trust, how hiding your flaws limits real progress, and how owning your story can turn weakness into strength.
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:
Alessandra Wall is the CEO of Noteworthy Inc. She advises and partners with high-performing leaders across tech, finance, and housing. Alessandra helps founders and executives have the conversations that others avoid, guiding them to lead with greater honesty, vulnerability, and confidence.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dralessandrawall/
Episode Summary:
Jamie and Alessandra discuss the aspect of leadership that most people overlook: vulnerability. They discuss why founders struggle to be open, how fear of imperfection creates distance from their teams, and why sharing mistakes builds credibility. Alessandra explains the psychology of hiding, the freedom that comes from telling the truth, and practical ways leaders can show up fully, even when they don't have all the answers.
What You'll Walk Away With:
How vulnerability builds trust and respect
Why honesty is a growth strategy for leaders
How to turn past failures into teachable lessons
Simple ways to practice openness with your team
How self-awareness improves company culture and speed
 
#Leadership #FounderMindset #TeamCoaching #OrganizationalVelocity #Communication #DecisionMaking #ScalingTeams #Culture #ExecutiveCoaching #Levrg

Episode 118
You don’t have a growth problem. You have a showing-up problem. Benj Miller shares how leaders who are grounded and focused on others help companies move forward more quickly. He explains how to build that mindset with your team in the room together.
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:
Benj Miller is the CEO of System & Soul and an executive coach who works with senior leadership teams across personal, leadership, and organizational development. He brings teams together, not just on one, to build a strong internal identity (inwardly sound) and outward focus (others-focused) to drive organizational velocity.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benj-miller-business-growth-impact-framework-coach/
Episode Summary:
Jamie and Benj discuss why the way leaders present themselves drives company growth. They break down what it means to be inwardly steady and focused on others. They explore how team-based coaching helps leaders see what they miss and how reflection prevents burnout. Benj shares simple shifts: stay curious, give clear feedback, and remove one roadblock each week. These changes enable teams to communicate more effectively, make faster decisions, and scale with confidence.
What You'll Walk Away With:
Lead from the center
Serve to scale
Curiosity over ego
Feedback that builds
Velocity through clarity
#Leadership #FounderMindset #TeamCoaching #OrganizationalVelocity #Communication #DecisionMaking #ScalingTeams #Culture #ExecutiveCoaching #Levrg
 

Episode 117Weekly 90-minute leadership meetings that actually move work. Trent Clark shows how to set priorities, track KPIs, and use a simple 3D flow to make decisions fast and keep seven-day sprints clean.
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:
Trent Clark is the CEO of Athletic Influencer Marketing and a three-time World Series coach who has built and led winning teams on and off the field. After coaching athletes and organizations to peak performance, he now helps companies scale through leadership systems, accountability, and culture. Trent is also the host of the Winners Find a Way podcast, where he shares lessons on elite performance, mindset, and business growth.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trentmclark/ 
Episode Summary:
Jamie and Trent discussed how constant interruptions kill focus and why a tight weekly cadence fixes it. They walk through a 90-minute leadership meeting that starts with quick check-ins, reviews quarterly priorities and KPIs, and then runs an O and O list to clear obstacles and leverage opportunities. Trent’s 3D method (download, discuss, decide) forces decisions in minutes, not weeks. They cover modeling leadership behavior, role clarity, coachability, and holding to-dos sacred to keep seven-day sprints on track, especially for distributed and offshore teams.
 
What You'll Walk Away With:
 
Priorities that stick
KPIs that matter
Meetings with outcomes
3D decision flow
Seven-day sprint rhythm
 
#Leadership #FounderTips #OperationalExcellence #MeetingRhythm #KPIs #DecisionMaking #TeamAlignment #Accountability #OffshoreTeams #SevenDaySprints

Episode 116
You do not scale by doing more. You scale by leading yourself first. Clay Hicks shares how self-leadership, daily discipline, and servant leadership turned a team of four into hundreds across countries.
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:
Clay Hicks is the CEO of H7 Network, a B2B networking platform operating in 23 countries with hundreds of members. With 23 years of entrepreneurial experience and no college degree, he transformed his leadership through self-discipline, service, and structure. Clay lives by the principle “If you can’t lead yourself, you cannot lead others,” and now teaches founders how to scale by first becoming the leader their team needs.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claytonrhicks/
 
Episode Summary:
Jamie and Clay discussed how founders must grow through others by first leading themselves. Clay shared his quote, if you can’t lead yourself, you cannot lead others, and showed how intentional routines, faith, and fitness rebuilt his leadership during the pandemic. They broke down why pride, speed, and lack of mentors keep founders from changing, and why servant leadership unlocks scale. Clay walked through his daily schedule, the shift from doing to serving, and how structure, compounded over time, turned H7 Network into a global community.
What You'll Walk Away With:
Lead Yourself First
Serve To Scale
Discipline Beats Talent
Let Go To Grow
Routines Compound Results
#FounderMindset #SelfLeadership #ServantLeadership #FounderRoutines #ScalingTeams #OffshoreGrowth #Discipline #Delegation #DailyHabits #LeadershipDevelopment #B2BNetworking #H7Network