In this final episode of 2025 of the From Stuck to Scaled podcast, host Julio Gonzalez sits down with leadership expert Dan Winter to explore the intricacies of transforming your group of leaders into a high-performing executive team. Dan works globally with leaders facing complex challenges, guiding them to innovate and enhance their organizational culture. As the co-author of the Amazon best-selling book *Growing Groups Into Teams*, Dan brings a wealth of experience in coaching, team development, strategy, and culture change.Together, Julio and Dan discuss the common hurdles senior leaders face when transitioning from functional leadership to a more holistic approach. They delve into how CEOs can empower their teams to drive results collectively, rather than getting bogged down in mediating conflicts. Listeners will learn actionable insights on:- Identifying the shared goals that unite your team- Making clear and effective requests to enhance performance- Promoting a culture of accountability with specific responses to requests- Celebrating breakdowns as opportunities for alignment and growthWhether your company is scaling quickly, redefining its strategy, or you simply want to elevate your team's performance, this episode is packed with valuable strategies to help you lead effectively and enjoy your journey.Connect with Dan Winter:- Website: https://altusgrowth.com/ - Missing Conversations Podcast: https://www.podpage.com/missing-conversations/- LinkedIn: /in/dan-winter-7375982/Follow host Julio Gonzalez on:- LinkedIn: @opticution - Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @opticution - Webpage: www.opticution.comEmail Julio at ⁠julio@opticution.com with any comments, questions, or suggestions!

In this enlightening episode of the "From Stuck to Scaled" podcast, host Julio Gonzalez sits down with Senen Garcia, an accomplished entrepreneur and seasoned attorney, to unravel the legal myths and misconceptions about starting a business. With over 17 years of experience managing corporate, tax, estate planning, and probate needs, Mr. Garcia shares his invaluable insights on the legal landscape of business establishment and operations.

Join us as we delve into critical questions surrounding the legalities of setting up a business, employment laws, and best practices for conducting business effectively. Learn about the importance of getting things in writing, the necessity of understanding legal documents, and the essential rules that every entrepreneur should know. If you think navigating the legalities of your business is daunting, Senen also emphasizes the value of hiring an attorney to guide you through the process.

Don't miss this opportunity to empower yourself with knowledge that can elevate your business and steer you clear of common legal pitfalls!

Connect with Senen Garcia:

- Website: www.sgarcialaw.com

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sglawgroup/

Follow host Julio Gonzalez on:

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/opticution

- Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @opticution

- Webpage: www.opticution.com

Email Julio at julio@opticution.com with any comments, questions, or suggestions!

When growth depends on partners, structure beats hope.
Lauren Zaslansky Conner—Founder of ZAZ Business Solutions and former leader at Disney, MGA/Little Tikes, and multiple startups—explains how to integrate agencies, vendors, and reps so they operate like in-house teams. We unpack the essentials: appointing a single internal owner, setting shared goals and 3–5 meaningful metrics, building a biweekly standup cadence, and clarifying decision rights to prevent scope creep.
Lauren also breaks down red flags—vanity metrics, fuzzy accountability, defensive reporting—and offers one move you can make today to improve results.
Whether you’re juggling a marketing agency, sales reps, or bookkeeping support, you’ll leave with a practical framework to get more value with less friction.
Connect with Lauren:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/laurenzaslanskyconner
Facebook: facebook.com/laurenzconner
Website: ZAZBusinessSolutions.com
Link to Lauren's Hidden Profit Power Hour offer: https://www.zazbusinesssolutions.com/profitpower
Featured Media: YouTube & Podcast appearances (see links in resources)
Follow host Julio Gonzalez on:
- LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/opticution/
- Facebook/Instagram/YouTube at @opticution
- Webpage www.opticution.com.
Email Julio at ⁠⁠julio@opticution.com with any comments, questions or suggestions!