Why Scott Beebe Says Every Entrepreneur Should Let Their Business Burn (And Write a Book About It)
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In this powerful episode of the Authors on Mission podcast, host Danielle Hutchinson sits down with Scott Beebe, author of "Let Your Business Burn" and founder of Business on Purpose, to explore his counterintuitive approach to business management and the transformative power of writing.
Scott shares his fascinating journey from telemarketer to pastor to pharmaceutical sales, and how mentors instilled in him the discipline of reading that eventually led to writing. Discover why he advocates for "letting fires burn" in business to focus on high-impact work rather than constant firefighting, and how this philosophy helped him liberate business owners from chaos.
Key Tips You'll Learn:
- The 4 major business areas to focus on: Purpose, People, Process, and Profit
- How to identify which "fires" to let burn vs. which ones actually need your attention
- Why writing a book creates the ultimate "powerful business card" for entrepreneurs
- The importance of finding the right support team for your writing and publishing journey
- How podcasting can serve as "air support" to build credibility for your business "ground game"
- Scott's unique writing process and why he prefers 6-8 hour writing blocks over short sessions
Plus, hear Scott's insights from his international work in Nigeria and how the phrase "echo joker" ("you're sitting well") highlights the value of stillness and comfort in business leadership.
Whether you're struggling with business chaos or considering writing your first book, this episode offers practical wisdom for creating both immediate impact and lasting legacy.
Take Scott's 5-minute business health assessment at mybusinessonpurpose.com/healthy
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