You've built something real. Your clients love the work. They keep coming back, expanding projects, referring colleagues. Revenue has grown steadily to $5M, maybe $7M. You've hired good people, delivered exceptional results, and built a reputation you're proud of. So...
“More” and “Better” Are Not Synonyms
A 10 question optimization self audit for ops, sales, and finance TL,DR: When results are flat, the default is to add more. The better move is to find the constraint, improve it, then scale what works. Use this ten minute audit to decide if you need new investment, or...
Why Growing B2B Companies Hit the 25-30 Employee Wall (And How a Fractional CMO Gets You Through It)
You've built something incredible. Your B2B service firm has grown from a scrappy startup to a legitimate operation with 25-30 employees. Revenue is flowing, clients are happy, and your team is executing. But suddenly, everything that got you here seems to be falling...
Breaking the Founder-Led Growth Ceiling Part 3 of 3: A Step-by-Step Transition From Founder-Led Sales to Scalable Growth
Part 3 of the Breaking the Founder-Led Growth Ceiling Series Most founders reach a point where they realize they can’t be the only one driving sales. They know their business won’t scale if they’re involved in every deal. But the challenge isn’t just hiring a...
Breaking the Founder-Led Growth Ceiling Part 2 of 3: Why Hiring More Sales & Marketing Won’t Fix the Problem
Part 2 of the Breaking the Founder-Led Growth Ceiling Series When a business stalls, the first reaction is often to hire someone to fix it—a salesperson to close more deals or a marketing agency to generate more leads. But most businesses that take this route end up...
Breaking the Founder-Led Growth Ceiling Part 1 of 3: Why Your Business Has Stalled
Part 1 of the Breaking the Founder-Led Growth Ceiling Series Many B2B boutique firms start strong with founder-led sales, but at some point, growth stalls. Leads dry up, revenue becomes inconsistent, and no matter how much effort the founder puts in, scaling feels...
You’re Already Marketing—Now Make It Work for Scale
You’re Already Marketing—You Just Don’t Call It That Most founders I talk to say something like this: "We’ve never really done marketing." And I get why they say it. They’ve built their business through grit, relationships, and delivering great work. No big ad...
How Founder-Led Businesses Can Overcome Scaling Challenges
Scaling isn’t just about adding more clients or revenue—it’s about building leverage. Without it, growth becomes unsustainable, and founders risk burnout.Why Scaling Feels Harder for Founder-Led Businesses Founders are often deeply connected to their business. This...
Why Every B2B Founder Needs a Personal Brand on LinkedIn
In today's business world, the lines between personal and professional brands are blurrier than ever. If you’re a founder, your personal brand isn't just an extension of your company—it's an essential asset for driving growth, building trust, and creating meaningful...
Bridging the Gap: How CEOs and COOs Can Take the Lead on Marketing
Let's face it – CEOs and COOs can't afford to be hands-off when it comes to marketing. It's not just about flashy campaigns or catchy slogans. Marketing is the engine that drives growth, and as leaders, we need to be firmly in the driver's seat. At OTM, we work with...