Welcome to another insightful episode of The Gross Profit Podcast with your host, James Kennedy. Today’s episode, titled “What Makes a Business Hero”, features an engaging conversation with Steve McLeod, Founder of Feature Upvote, a platform revolutionizing customer and team feedback.
In this episode, James and Steve delve into the concept of “business heroes” – but with a twist. They discuss influential figures in the business world who may not be the usual headline-makers, yet have made a significant impact on their entrepreneurial journey with their unique approaches and successes.
Key Topics:
- Redefining Business Heroes: Steve and James share their personal business heroes, shedding light on less conventional but equally impactful figures in the business landscape.
- Lessons from the Unconventional: Explore the winning ways of these unique business heroes and how their paths have influenced Steve and James.
- The Philosophy of Feature Upvote: Steve discusses the ethos behind Feature Upvote, focusing on its commitment to being stable, self-funded, and low-stress.
- A Unique Approach to Growth: Understand the importance of modest growth and maintaining a healthy work-life balance, as emphasized in Feature Upvote’s company policy.
Episode Highlights:
- “Steve, can you share how your business heroes have shaped your approach to founding and growing Feature Upvote?”
- “Let’s talk about the unconventional path to success. How do these lesser-known heroes inspire you differently than mainstream business figures?”
- “Feature Upvote’s ethos is intriguing, especially in today’s fast-paced tech world. How has focusing on being low-stress and self-funded shaped your company culture and product development?”
- “In adopting your own product internally, how has this influenced the evolution of Feature Upvote?”
Feature Upvote, under Steve McLeod’s leadership, has become a mainstay in gathering customer feedback, distinguished by its stress-free company culture and steady, sustainable growth. Established in 2017, it is a testament to the success of a company that values steady progress and genuine customer satisfaction over rapid, unsustainable expansion.
