Building Margin 113: The Hidden Cost of Growth (Fix This Before Scaling)
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In this episode, Steve unpacks one of the biggest traps business owners fall into: growing revenue while losing margin. Through real-world stories and hard-won insights, he explains why more work doesn't always mean more profit—and how pursuing the wrong clients, underpricing jobs, and scaling without systems can erode the very thing that makes a business sustainable.
Steve introduces the concept of the “margin gap,” why it happens, and what to do about it. Whether you're under a million in revenue or pushing past ten, this episode will challenge your assumptions about growth and guide you to a smarter, more profitable path. If you're ready to stop chasing volume and start building value, this one’s for you.
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