How Madi Waggoner Builds Teams That Run Without You
Description
Scaling a remote business isn’t just about growth—it’s about creating operational clarity and building systems that don’t depend on the founder. In this episode, Hector sits down with operations strategist Madi Waggoner to unpack the L.I.F.T. Framework, a powerful four-part system focused on Leadership, Infrastructure, Fuel, and Team. Madi shares real-world tactics for overcoming founder bottlenecks, setting up trust-building weekly reports, and using tools like Slack and Asana the right way. If you’ve been “driving blind” without KPIs or overwhelmed by constant communication breakdowns, this episode offers a practical roadmap to scale with clarity.
Chapters:
- 00:00:00 - Meet Madi Waggoner: Scaling Expert Extraordinaire
- 00:01:16 - From Tech Startups to Ops Success: Madi's Journey
- 00:02:48 - Unlocking Business Growth: Why KPIs Matter
- 00:08:28 - The Secret to Building High-Performing Teams
- 00:12:33 - Discover the L.I.F.T. Framework for Scaling Success
- 00:19:14 - Picking the Perfect Tools for Remote Teams
- 00:26:52 - Madi’s Final Wisdom: How to Scale with Ease
Links And Resources:
- Building Remote Website
- Madi on LinkedIn
- Amplafy Media
- Hector Santiesteban on LinkedIn
- Hector Santiesteban on Twitter
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