Above The Business Episode 458: Lead Yourself First - M.I.T. Your Team
In part two of the Lead Yourself First series, Bradley dives deep into the crucial role of energy in leadership—and why giving your team your best energy is the most important thing you can do for them. Drawing inspiration from powerful business minds like Peter Drucker, Dan Sullivan, and Alex Hormozi, this episode makes the case that your team doesn’t just follow your words—they absorb your energy.
Bradley breaks down how small business owners can protect and replenish their energy through practical frameworks like the Buyback Principle, Time and Energy Audits, and the Replacement Ladder. If you’ve ever felt burned out, overwhelmed, or like your business can't run without you, this episode is packed with actionable steps to help you shift from Rainmaker to Architect—so you can lead your team with clarity, confidence, and contagious energy.
🧠 In This Episode, You'll Learn:
- Why your energy—not your tactics—is the most valuable thing you bring to your team.
- How 72% of small business owners report daily stress—and what to do about it.
- What McKinsey found about the founder's energy in companies under 50 employees.
The three strategic tools to help buy back your time and protect your energy:
- The Buyback Principle – Understand your hourly value and invest in reclaiming your time.
- Time and Energy Audits – Identify which tasks drain or fuel you, and delegate accordingly.
- The Replacement Ladder – A step-by-step path to remove yourself from the daily grind.
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