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“I Wish I Would Have Done This Years Ago” – And Why the Perfect Time Doesn’t Exist

April 17, 2025 by Lisa Mininni Leave a Comment

One of the most common things I hear after someone experiences our Coaching Labs, Master Classes, or learning about human wiring is this:

“I wish I had done this years ago.”

It’s not said with bitterness—but with a mix of clarity, relief, and sometimes a little frustration. Clarity because things are finally making sense. Relief because they’re finally on a path that feels aligned. And frustration because they realize how much time, energy, and money could have been saved if they had done this work earlier.

And here’s the thing—almost no one starts this work at the “perfect” time. Because the perfect time doesn’t exist.

The Illusion of Readiness

Waiting for the perfect time is a comfortable stall. It gives us a false sense of control. We tell ourselves we’ll invest in our team once we hit X in revenue… once we hire that key role… once things settle down.

But things rarely settle down. Business moves fast, people are complex, and growth always comes with friction. The companies and leaders who grow the most are the ones who decide to make clarity a priority in the middle of the mess—not once it’s over.

The Cost of Waiting

Every quarter you delay understanding the natural wiring of your people is a quarter you risk misalignment, burnout, and lost productivity. Every month you delay creating a high-performance culture with structure and intention, you lose margin—not just financially, but in morale, trust, and decision-making speed.

Our work isn’t just about insights. It’s about activating transformation. The kind of transformation that makes leaders say:

“Now I understand why this person never thrived in that role.”
“This one process changed the outcomes of our meetings.”
“I finally feel like I’m leading, not just reacting.”

These aren’t rare moments. They’re the norm—once you step into the work.

Start Before You’re Ready

You don’t have to have it all figured out to start. In fact, trying to “get ready” before you do the work is usually a sign you’re looking in the wrong direction. The clarity, alignment, and momentum you want? They come from doing the work, not waiting for the perfect conditions.

Let this be the moment you don’t look back and say, “I wish I had done this sooner.”
Start now. Start imperfectly. Just don’t keep waiting for someday.

Invitation to Activate

If you’ve ever thought, “I wish I had done this years ago,” now is the moment to act.

The Wake Up Profitable Boot Camp for Business Owners is designed to help you systematize, scale, and succeed. Join us on May 1-2, 2025, at the Business Innovation Lab CoWorking & Conference Center in Livonia, MI. ‘

In this master class, you will:

Accelerate Scalable Growth: Learn proven frameworks to shift from hustle-based growth to scalable, systems-driven expansion—ideal for businesses ready to break past the plateau of early success.

Align Talent with Business Strategy: Discover human wiring to position team members where they thrive, boosting productivity, reducing friction, and maximizing ROI on talent.

Build Owner Independence: Transition from being the bottleneck to becoming a strategic leader by designing processes and structures that reduce day-to-day dependency on them.

Increase Profitability with Precision: Identify and eliminate hidden profit leaks, align offers with high-value markets, and optimize operational efficiency.

Register at https://www.excellerateassociates.com/wake-up-profitable-boot-camp/

 

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: entrepreneurial classes, Excellerate Associates, master classes, Wake Up Profitable Boot Camp

Acknowledging Business Owners

April 9, 2025 by Lisa Mininni Leave a Comment

I wanted to take a moment to personally acknowledge something important…

If you’re like many of the business owners I work with, you’ve been wearing all the hats for a long time—visionary, operator, marketer, manager, coach, problem-solver… the list goes on. And while that sheer determination likely got you here, you might be feeling it’s not going to get you there—to that next level of scale, sustainability, and sanity.

You might be grappling with:

-Letting go of control and trusting others to handle things “right”
-The frustration of repeating instructions or watching things fall through the cracks
-Holding your team accountable without feeling like you’re micromanaging
-Wondering how to truly systematize—not just organize—so your business doesn’t rely on your constant presence
-Feeling the weight of marketing that works some of the time, but isn’t predictable or automated

If any of this hits home, you’re not alone. These are the real, behind-the-scenes struggles I hear from business owners every single day. And it’s exactly why I created the Wake Up Profitable Boot Camp for Business Owners.

This experience is not about adding more to your plate. It’s about helping you identify the wiring—in yourself and your team—that either accelerates or stalls your growth. It’s about discovering where your business model needs small (or sometimes bold) adjustments to create systems that allow it to scale without burning you out.

We’ll unpack tools that align your team and business model to outcomes, install processes that reduce your involvement in day-to-day operations, and explore how to automate core functions—especially in your marketing—so you can step into the role your business really needs from you: visionary, leader, strategist.

If you choose to be part of this journey, it will be transformative for you—not because I say so, but because when clarity meets the right systems and the right human wiring, businesses change fast and efficiently.

Looking forward to walking alongside you. Please register by Friday, April 25, 2025 so that we can schedule your Private Strategy Call and your human wiring assessment that comes with your tuition at: https://www.excellerateassociates.com/wake-up-profitable-boot-camp.

Warmly,
Lisa Mininni
Founder, Excellerate Associates
Creator of the Wake Up Profitable Boot Camp, powered by the Entreneurial Edge System

Thank you Strategic Alliances!
Great Lakes Women’s Business Council
Arab American Women’s Business Council
Livonia-Westland Chamber of Commerce
Greater Farmington Area Chamber of Commerce

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Excellerate Associates, Wake Up Profitable Boot Camp for Business Owners

The Growth Journey of an Entrepreneur

March 27, 2025 by Lisa Mininni Leave a Comment

Once upon a time, there was an ambitious entrepreneur named Sarah. She had started her own business from scratch, pouring her heart and soul into every aspect of it. Sarah was a true go-getter, always ready to roll up her sleeves and tackle any challenge that came her way.

As her business grew, Sarah found herself wearing multiple hats – from salesperson to accountant to customer service representative. She was used to doing everything herself, believing that no one else could handle it as well as she could. But as her company expanded, Sarah began to feel overwhelmed. She was working long hours, struggling to keep up with the demands of running a growing business.

Despite her tireless efforts, Sarah hit roadblocks when it came to scaling up. She was so caught up in the day-to-day hustle that she couldn’t see the bigger picture. She kept telling herself, “When this happens, then I will be able to make the shift.” But the “when this happens” moments came and went, and Sarah was still stuck in the same cycle of playing catch-up.

Frustrated and exhausted, Sarah realized that she needed to make a change. She couldn’t keep doing everything herself if she wanted her business to thrive. So, she decided to take a step back and reassess her approach.

With determination and a newfound clarity, Sarah embarked on a journey to transform herself as a leader and her business. She knew that she needed to shift from being just a business owner to becoming the CEO of her own company. It wasn’t easy – it required intentionality and a willingness to let go of control – but Sarah was up for the challenge.

She started by creating a Blueprint to Scale – a strategic plan that outlined her vision for the future of her business. Sarah also began to design an organizational structure and implement systems with clear accountabilities. She delegated tasks to her team members, empowering them to take ownership of their roles and responsibilities.

But perhaps the most significant change Sarah made was getting out of her own way. She learned to trust her team and allow them to contribute their expertise. By relinquishing control and embracing collaboration, Sarah was able to focus on the bigger picture and lead her company to new heights of success. Instead of fixing mistakes herself, she learned to have feedback loops with her team members. She put in these developmental systems so that her team learned the skills. She learned to be clearer about her instructions, had her team document processes, and provide continuous feedback on what went well and what needed to be developed.

In the end, Sarah’s decision to intentionally create a Blueprint to Scale and work on her own leadership paid off. Her business flourished, thanks to her visionary leadership and strategic approach. And as she looked back on her journey, Sarah knew that she had made the right choice – for herself, her family, her clients, and for her business.

As our Strategic Alliances know all too well, scaling requires more than just acquiring new business; it demands a diversified business model, clear accountabilities, sound decision framework, and efficient automation and systemization.

That’s where the Wake Up Profitable Boot Camp comes in. Powered by Excellerate Associates’s Entrepreneurial Edge System, you will dive into the art of scaling your business. You’ll explore the psychology behind scaling, get insights into your unique human wiring, and design a blueprint for a well-structured and systematized organization.

This is one of the most practical and relevant programs and is led by an entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience.

The onsite coaching sessions walk you through ways to streamline your business processes, often utilizing resources you already use. You’ll discover new revenue streams and create a sales channel that boosts the lifetime value of each client or customer.

The Private 1-on-1 strategy call and a human wiring assessment will give you instant outcomes and deep insights into your own leadership.

Register today to claim your spot:

Event: Wake Up Profitable Boot Camp for Business Owners
When: May 1-2, 2025
Where: Business Innovation Lab CoWorking & Conference Center – Livonia, MI
Register: https://www.excellerateassociates.com/wake-up-profitable-boot-camp

Thank you to our Strategic Alliances:

Great Lakes Women’s Business Council

Arab America Women’s Business Council

Livonia-Westland Chamber of Commerce

Greater Farmington Area Chamber of Commerce

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Excellerate Associates

It Is Your Time

March 20, 2025 by Lisa Mininni Leave a Comment

It’s your time.

It’s your time to be that visionary leader who not only ignites their own potential but also wants to guide others toward their greatest talents.

I invite you to give yourself one of the most insightful experiences that causes you to operate with greater freedom and ease by stepping into Wired to Win: Your Path to Passion, Purpose, and Prosperity on March 27-28, 2025, sponsored by Great Lakes Women’s Business Council. The last day to register is Friday, March 21, 2025.

This experiential class is meticulously crafted to empower you with leadership mastery and an unwavering grasp of human dynamics. I encourage you to also bring a team member who is ready for the next level, too. Whether you are wanting to learn the art of enrollment, motivation, giving feedback or increasing sales, this class will have you producing results in all areas of your business and life.

In this experiential program, you will:

-Uncover the art of transformational leadership that goes beyond authority – it’s about listening (at a deeper level), enrolling, and empowering those around you.

-Decode Human Wiring: Delve into the depths of understanding human wiring, dynamics, and what’s underneath why people do what they do.

-Comprehend and appreciate different ways people process information and what motivates them is the true hallmark of leadership. Wired to Win guides you through exercises that enhance your insightful understanding, allowing you to bridge gaps and lead with authenticity, effectiveness and grace even under difficult circumstances.

Register by this Friday, March 21. Activate Your Next Level Here

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Excellerate Associates, visionary leadership training, wired to win

The Key to Scaling Your Business: Aligning People

March 13, 2025 by Lisa Mininni Leave a Comment

The Key to Scaling Your Business: Aligning People
By: Lisa Mininni

Scaling a business isn’t just about increasing revenue—it’s about sustaining growth while maintaining efficiency. As your company expands, new challenges emerge, especially when it comes to talent. Finding and retaining skilled employees becomes essential to long-term success.

One of the most critical factors in scaling is aligning people with the right roles. When employees are placed where they naturally excel, engagement and productivity soar. Understanding how individuals think, make decisions, and generate ideas helps you build a high-performing team.

How to Align People for Success

To ensure the right fit for each role:

✔ Measure Human Wiring – Identify employees’ strengths and match them to the right positions.
✔ Set Clear Expectations – Provide training and support to help employees grow.
✔ Foster Collaboration – Encourage open communication and teamwork to create a thriving workplace.

A Real-World Success Story

One company faced a staggering 99% employee turnover rate, forcing the manager to spend most of their time interviewing instead of focusing on business growth.

By analyzing the human wiring of top performers and aligning new hires accordingly, turnover dropped from 99% to 0% in just three months. With the right team in place, the manager could focus on strategy, set clear expectations, and cultivate a strong, committed workforce—paving the way for sustainable growth.

Conclusion and Invitation

Scaling isn’t just about expansion—it’s about doing so strategically. Aligning people with the right roles creates a solid foundation for long-term success, allowing your business to grow efficiently and effectively.

Invitation to Grow

If you are inspired to become masterful in aligning your team, attend our Master Class:

Wired to Win: Your Path to Passion, Purpose, and Prosperity

We’ll guide you through interactive exercises that enhance your insightful understanding, allowing you to:

-Lead with authenticity and effortlessly enroll others into an idea product or service.

-Decode your own wiring and engage your Pattern Interrupt to tap into your new level of effectiveness.

-Identify best practices in hiring the right people for the right job the first time.

-Identify someone’s Human Wiring and deliver communication the way they need to receive it, which is the highest form of honoring the other person.

-Navigate complex scenarios and resolve conflicts with finesse and ease.

-Learn the distinctions to align your work environment with how you naturally execute.

Date: March 27-28, 2025

Registration and Information: https://www.excellerateassociates.com/wired-to-win/

 

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Excellerate Associates, human wiring, scaling your business

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