Founder Independence
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Bernd Geropp: Leadership and Management Expert
FI022 - Puppy Cake Founder Kelly Costello (Part 2 of 3)
15 minutes Posted Jun 24, 2026 at 11:00 am.
Introduction to Puppy Cake and Kelly's Journey 00:37 Navigating Growth and Team Dynamics 03:12 Building a Resilient Business Structure 04:53 The Sellability of a Business 07:25 Strategic Partnerships and Growth Opportunities 09:10 Challenges in Promoting Employees 13:33 Finding the Right Talent 15:01 Training and Developing Employees     Links Mentioned in the Show:   AI and Leadership Course: https://fipodcast.vip/ai Checklists for Leaders: https://berndgeropp.com/check Leadership Crash Course: https://fipodcast.vip/crashcourse Weekly Actionable Leadership Tips: https://fipodcast.vip/xbzv Kelly Costello Puppy Cake - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycostello Puppy Cake - https://www.puppycake.com     Credits:   Host: Bernd Geropp Moderator: Brian Creager Producer: Brian Creager Editor: Brian Creager Executive Producer: Bernd Geropp   To catch the great episodes coming up on Founder Independence, please follow us on Bernd's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.   If you would like new episodes emailed directly to you, subscribe at https://www.berndgeropp.com/subscribe/
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In this episode, Kelly Costello shares insights on building resilient teams, promoting within, and maintaining company operations during absences. Discover practical strategies for effective delegation, promoting accountability, and preparing your business for sale or transition.   Key Topics   Hiring and training staff in rural areas Delegation and cross-training for business continuity Promoting managers with the right resilience and decision-making skills Handling business absences and owner vacations Strategies for business sale and partnership opportunities   Chapters   00:00 Introduction to Puppy Cake and Kelly's Journey 00:37 Navigating Growth and Team Dynamics 03:12 Building a Resilient Business Structure 04:53 The Sellability of a Business 07:25 Strategic Partnerships and Growth Opportunities 09:10 Challenges in Promoting Employees 13:33 Finding the Right Talent 15:01 Training and Developing Employees     Links Mentioned in the Show:   AI and Leadership Course: https://fipodcast.vip/ai Checklists for Leaders: https://berndgeropp.com/check Leadership Crash Course: https://fipodcast.vip/crashcourse Weekly Actionable Leadership Tips: https://fipodcast.vip/xbzv Kelly Costello - Puppy Cake - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycostello Puppy Cake - https://www.puppycake.com     Credits:   Host: Bernd Geropp Moderator: Brian Creager Producer: Brian Creager Editor: Brian Creager Executive Producer: Bernd Geropp   To catch the great episodes coming up on Founder Independence, please follow us on Bernd's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.   If you would like new episodes emailed directly to you, subscribe at https://www.berndgeropp.com/subscribe/