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Built to Grow: The Small Business Playbook

Ryan Naylor
Artificial Intelligence
Small Business
Branding
Human Resources
HR Girlfriends
State 48 Roofing
Leadership
Scaling a Small Business
Got Mortgages
Hacking HR
Human To Human
Microsoft
Training
Western Skies Landscaping
Home Services
Square One Home Inspections
Home Inspections
Real Estate Agents
Agentic AI
Marketing

Built to Grow: The Small Business Playbook with Ryan Naylor is a podcast for small business owners who are done guessing and ready to grow with intention.

Each episode features real conversations with founders and operators who’ve been through the highs, the hard lessons, and the growing pains of running a small business. No fluff. No theory. Just honest stories and proven strategies you can actua... more

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In this episode, Ryan sits down with sales expert and Close It Now founder Sam Wakefield to discuss one of the biggest missed opportunities in business growth: prospecting and referrals.

Sam shares what he would do if he only had $5,000 left to grow... more

In this episode, Ryan Naylor sits down with entrepreneur and mortgage industry leader Abdel Khawatmi, founder of Got Mortgages, to talk about what it really takes to scale a business in today’s market.

From almost going to law school to building a n... more

What separates a $1M business from a $10M business?

In this episode, Ryan Naylor sits down with Kayden Muzila, founder of Musilla Creative, to break down what actually changes as companies scale—especially when it comes to branding, creative strateg... more

In this episode, Ryan sits down with Katie Shive to break down what AI actually means for small business owners—not in theory, but in execution.

From building AI agents that act like personal assistants to creating scalable content systems, Katie sh... more

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Abdel Khawatmi
Mortgage entrepreneur and founder of Got Mortgages
Got Mortgages
Episode: From Law School to 7-Figure Mortgage Entrepreneur with Abdel Khawatmi
Kayden Muzila
Founder of Musilla Creative, branding and media agency
Musilla Creative
Episode: From $1M to $10M Business: What Actually Changes in Branding, Hiring & Growth
Katie Shive
Marketing and AI strategist, founder of KS Marketing
KS Marketing
Episode: From Overwhelmed to Optimized: How Small Businesses Are Using AI to Scale with Katie Shive
Tiffany Rosenbaum
Small business owner and real estate professional
Rosenbaum Realty Group
Episode: Why Most Entrepreneurs Stay Stuck (And How to Actually Scale) with Tiffany Rosenbaum
Charles Drown
Owner of Square One Home Inspections
Square One Home Inspections
Episode: From First Client to Fully Booked: How to Scale a Service Business
Markus Wheaton
Former NFL wide receiver, entrepreneur in landscaping
Western Skies Landscaping
Episode: The Playbook After the NFL: Markus Wheaton on Business, Mindset & Mental Health
Jason Payne
Founder of State 48 Roofing (Arizona)
State 48 Roofing
Episode: Built to Grow with Jason Payne & Ryan Naylor: How to Build and Scale a Roofing Business
Chloe Street
HR expert focused on human-centric workplace culture
Human to Human
Episode: Human First: Building Trust and Connection in the Workplace
William Tincup
HR and recruiting expert, founder of WorkDefined
WorkDefined
Episode: Future-Proof HR: Lessons from William Tincup

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Ryan Naylor
Host of Built to Grow: The Small Business Playbook

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Best small business podcast!

    Built to Grow with Ryan Naylor is an incredible podcast for any small business owner looking to grow smarter and lead better. Each episode delivers real, practical insights from experienced entrepreneurs and leaders who’ve actually built successful companies. Ryan asks the right questions and brings out actionable takeaways you can apply immediately. If you’re running a small business and want motivation, strategy, and real-world advice all in one place, this podcast is a must-listen. 🎧🚀

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drew.Dolla.
    United States5 months ago
  • Practical, insightful, and fresh HR perspectives

    Finally, a podcast that makes HR feel less overwhelming and more strategic. The People Ops Playbook delivers real stories and advice that go beyond theory. Ryan and his guests bring authenticity and practical tips that you can actually use, whether you’re hiring, building culture, or thinking about the future of work. It’s quickly become one of my weekly go-to listens.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ErinnHR
    United States10 months ago
  • A must-listen for anyone in HR or leadership!

    The People Ops Playbook podcast does an incredible job breaking down complex HR and business topics into clear, actionable insights. Ryan brings on great guests, asks the right questions, and keeps the conversations engaging and practical. I’ve walked away from every episode with something new to apply in my own work. Highly recommend for HR pros, small business leaders, and anyone navigating the future of work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NataleeWebb
    United States10 months ago
  • A great listen for the HR world

    The People Ops Playbook is packed with practical tips on hiring, onboarding, retention, and culture. Ryan keeps it engaging, and the guests share real-world strategies you can use right away.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jtstutz
    United States10 months ago
  • Incredible Human Resources podcast

    So excited about this recruiting and hiring podcast. So many wonderful topics. People operations, hiring, interviewing and all things Human Resources.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RyanInAZ
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the no-fluff, practical playbooks for hiring and leadership.
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From $1M to $10M Business: What Actually Changes in Branding, Hiring & Growth
Q: What role does onboarding play in scaling a service-based business?
A rigorous onboarding program and documented processes ensure new hires perform consistently with the brand standard, enabling growth without sacrificing quality.
From $1M to $10M Business: What Actually Changes in Branding, Hiring & Growth
Q: How do you price your services given the wide range in client budgets?
He explains evaluating the client's revenue level and marketing budget, then tailoring a package that fits their financial reality while delivering the needed content and strategy.
From $1M to $10M Business: What Actually Changes in Branding, Hiring & Growth
Q: What is the key difference you see between a $1M and a $10M company in branding and growth?
Kayden emphasizes customer-driven content and product alignment—focusing on what the audience truly wants and then repeating that pattern to drive scale.
Future-Proof HR: Lessons from William Tincup
Q: What are HR and recruiting still missing today?
Hyper-personalization and a genuine, humanized approach to candidate experience; using data to tailor communication and culture fit while avoiding treating people as widgets.
From Stage to Strategy: How Storytelling Supercharges HR & Culture with Kim Rohrer
Q: Kim, can you share a practical way HR can shape company culture beyond buzzwords?
Start by codifying the existing culture—define what you actually do, how you hire, how you promote, and how you treat customers. Then use that as a baseline to craft communications and processes that reflect those values, and be intentional about what you ask leaders to model. 0

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A practical playbook show for small business owners and operators who want to grow with intentional systems. Episodes feature founders and senior operators sharing real-world experiences around hiring, leadership, operations, and scalable growth, with a strong emphasis on actionable tactics, personal branding, and culture. Noteworthy traits include a focus on translating lessons from high-growth, service-based, and blue-collar businesses into repeatable processes, plus a blend of sales, marketing, and HR wisdom. The format tends to blend tactical frameworks (hiring, onboarding, KPIs, delegation) with intimate storytelling about personal and team dynamics, making it useful for listeners who want concrete steps they can implement without fluf... more

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1. Abdel Khawatmi
2. Kayden Muzila
3. Katie Shive
4. Tiffany Rosenbaum
5. Charles Drown
6. Markus Wheaton
7. Jason Payne
8. Chloe Street

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