EPISODE #25

Side Hustle to CEO: Grow Your Service Business THE SMART WAY

What does it really take to grow a service business to 7+ figures? 💡 This episode is a masterclass in building smart, hiring right, and leading with vision, from someone who started in an attic and now runs 3 global companies. On Hire Smart Scale Fast, Hunter sits down with serial entrepreneur and SAP expert Cris Carter, who shares how he turned a scrappy start-up into a group of thriving companies with global teams and performance-driven cultures. From hiring your first team member to delegating like a CEO, Cris breaks down the real (and messy) journey of scaling. Plus, he opens up about what finally helped him step back, and why hiring globally might be your smartest move yet. Whether you're a solo founder, small agency owner, or early-stage entrepreneur, this episode is packed with practical insights on: ✅ Knowing when to delegate ✅ Building a performance-based culture ✅ Hiring offshore without losing quality ✅ Leveraging AI and tech to stay ahead ✅ And how to stop being the bottleneck in your business