Pat Alacqua on the Beyond Fulfillment Podcast with Dave Gulas
Jun 30, 2025
I joined Dave Gulas on his Beyond Fulfillment podcast for a conversation that went beyond logistics and operations. We dug into the human side of scaling a business... what it really takes to lead through the different phases of growth, and how to stay grounded when things speed up.
I shared stories that shaped my view of business and why impatience, while a powerful driver, can become a liability if you don’t harness it.
One of the core ideas we unpacked was the 3Cs Process: Clarify. Chart. Co-Align.
These are the disciplines I teach leaders to help manage complexity, avoid analysis paralysis, and empower their teams during rapid growth.
We also walked through the five phases of business growth... idea, startup, growth, maturity, and sustainable/decline... and how to know where you are and what kind of pivot is required to move forward.
This conversation hits on a lot of the lessons I’ve picked up over the years... and how shifting from being a doer to being a leader is one of the most essential transitions in any business.
If you’re navigating growth, trying to scale without burning out, or just looking for practical, real-world strategies to move your business forward... this one’s worth your time.
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