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This is Part 2 of a two-part series on building capacity without hiring more people. In this episode, I shift the focus from leadership to team execution, breaking down how small teams increase their capacity by simplifying processes, clarifying ownership, and effectively utilizing automation and AI.

If your team is working hard but still feels stretched, overwhelmed, or stuck fixing the same issues over and over, this episode will help you identify where capacity is being lost and how to fix it through smarter systems.

The Leadership Shift helps leaders build capacity, simplify systems, and prepare their department or business for onboarding new team members. Learn more ➡️ https://go.cignalpartners.com/leadershipshift

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This is Part 1 of a two-part series on building capacity without increasing headcount. In this episode, Tonya Harrison breaks down the leadership shifts that help small teams operate with more clarity and ease — before you think about hiring.

If you're feeling stretched thin, overwhelmed by decisions, or unsure why your team can’t keep up, this episode shows you where capacity is really lost and how to rebuild it through stronger leadership systems.

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Most small teams don’t fail because they lack passion — they fail because they’re trying to run a business on memory, hustle, and winging it. In this episode, we uncover the real cost of operating without systems and the operational pain points that drain small teams every single day.

If you lead a small business or manage a small team, this conversation gives you the clarity and tools to stop the chaos, protect your team’s energy, and rebuild your business foundation with structure and confidence.

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Plan With Purpose — What High-Performing Small Teams Do Differently

Here’s a hard truth: fewer than half of new small-business teams are still operating five years in. And one of the clearest reasons why? They didn’t plan with purpose. They rolled the dice rather than building structure. If you’re leading a small team, this is a reality check — survival comes from closing the gap between planning and execution.

In today’s episode, we’re digging into what separates teams that consistently deliver from the ones that stay stuck in overwhelm. Spoiler: it’s not talent. It’s not passion. It’s not “trying harder.”

It’s planning with purpose — and actually executing the plan.

High-performing small teams move differently. They know their priorities. They align their people. They use data to lead. And they operate from structure, not stress.

This episode walks you through exactly what that looks like and how to build it into your leadership rhythm.

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In this episode of Leveraging Operations in Leadership, I’m talking about one of my favorite topics: the power of small teams.

I’ve worked with organizations of every size, and I’ve seen that small teams, when led intentionally, often outperform larger ones. Why? Because they operate with clarity, culture, and focus — the real drivers of high performance.

You’ll learn how to build agility through structure, hire for values instead of just skills, and protect your team’s focus so performance thrives without burnout.

If you’ve ever believed your team was too small to make a big impact, this episode will shift your perspective and help you see that small isn’t a setback — it’s your strategic advantage.

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Leading a small team can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also test your patience and capacity when performance starts to slip. I’ve been there. As a leader, it’s easy to slip into frustration or burnout when you feel like you’ve communicated what’s expected and things still aren’t getting done.

In this episode of the Leveraging Operations in Leadership Podcast, I’m sharing how to manage underperformance without losing momentum—or your sanity.

I’ll walk you through my R.I.S.E. Framework, a practical system I’ve used with small teams and business leaders to help them reframe performance challenges and rebuild consistency.

Here’s something to think about: according to Gallup, only 47% of employees strongly agree they know what’s expected of them at work. That means more than half of your team may be operating without true clarity—and that’s not a performance problem, it’s a leadership opportunity.

If you’re a small-business owner, healthcare leader, or manager of a growing team, this episode will help you strengthen your leadership systems, set clear expectations, and build a team that performs without constant oversight or exhaustion.

🎧 Tune in to learn how to manage underperformance with clarity, compassion, and consistency so your small team can truly thrive.

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Leading a remote team isn’t new, but it’s more common than ever. Long before 2020, companies like IBM and Dell had remote employees, but when COVID hit, the world of work changed overnight. In April 2020, Gallup reported that about 70% of the U.S. workforce was suddenly remote. And even as offices reopened, hybrid and remote work became the new normal.

But here’s the challenge: you can’t lead a remote team the same way you lead an in-office team. What works face-to-face doesn’t always translate through Zoom, Slack, or email. Myths about productivity and engagement have left many leaders feeling like they have to micromanage or worse, like they can’t truly trust their teams.

During this episode, I break through some of the most common myths and actually provide practical steps to help you effectively lead remote teams and build powerhouse teams that get real results.

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