Episode 457: Referrals Done Right with Scott Grates

Above The Business

In this episode, Bradley sits down with Scott Grates — national best-selling author, entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and highly sought-after coach for small business owners. Scott shares his journey of starting multiple businesses from scratch and scaling them into multi-million dollar operations, all while competing against large corporate players.

Scott dives into his latest book, Referrals Done Right, and unpacks the Infinite Referral Advantage system — a simple yet powerful framework that helps entrepreneurs build lasting partnerships within their communities. From collaborating with fellow small business owners to partnering with local schools and community organizations, Scott reveals how relationship optimization is the new secret weapon for sustainable business growth.

As a father of three, Scott also discusses his passion project: preparing students for real-world success before they ever leave the classroom. Whether you're looking to build deeper connections, amplify your local impact, or simply generate more qualified referrals, this conversation is packed with practical takeaways you can start using immediately.

Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottgrates/

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