As owners we’re always trying to nail down the problem.
“We need a better strategy.”
“It’s a people issue.”
“Ops has always been our weak spot.”
But in most cases, that’s a misdiagnosis.
It’s not one problem in one area.
It’s the lack of alignment between three things:
✅ Leadership
✅ Strategy
✅ Systems
When those aren’t working together, the business drags.
Any progress made is capped by how long and hard you can grind.
Everything is harder than it should be.
That’s the misalignment tax.
It shows up everywhere:
- Decisions pile up on the owner’s desk.
- Priorities shift depending on the crisis of the week.
- Systems feel fragile, like they could break at any time.
And it’s hardest on YOU.
Because YOU are the gray matter that bridges that misalignment.
It forces you into being the bottleneck.
Which explains why even talented, hardworking owners feel stuck.
Because until leadership, strategy, and systems are aligned, every step forward creates just as much friction as momentum.
Alignment is the difference in the business you have and the one you've envisioned.
If this hits close to home, there are a couple of ways I might be of help to you:
1) Get a quick diagnosis and personalized 90-Day Roadmap, or
2) Schedule a call with me to talk it through.
Either way, you’ll see where alignment gaps are holding you back and what to do next.
Less weeding, more leading.
How to Find the Peer Group You Need
One of my "5 Hills I Would Die On": Every business owner needs a peer advisory group.
But not just any group.
You need a group suited for your business, your stage, your goals, your style...
They're not one-size-fits-all.
Here’s my “match-making protocol” to find your best-fit group.
Consider these key factors:
- Revenue/company size requirements - Match your business scale
- Industry focus - Some specialize in specific sectors
- Meeting format - In-person, virtual, or hybrid
- Time commitment - Monthly meetings vs. quarterly intensives
- Geographic presence - Local chapters vs. global network
- Investment level - Annual fees range from $2,000 to $120,000+
The most successful peer advisory group members are those who:
- Commit fully to attendance and participation
- Come prepared to both give and receive advice
- Match the group culture and values
- Have clear goals for what they want to achieve
- View it as an investment in themselves
Get my 7 Questions to Filter the Right Options for You on Linkedin (and a researched list of 21 22 established and reputable peer groups.)
