Build Kickass Teams

ebook Lead Boldly. Hire Intentionally. Forge a Team That Actually Gives a Damn. (The Small Business Owner's Toolkit)

By Pete Srodoski

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Build Kickass Teams: Hire Better. Lead Smarter. Grow Faster.
What if building a high-performing team didn't start with HR—but with you?
In today's business world, teams win, and solo heroes burn out. Whether you're scaling a startup or leading a growing company, your team is your most important investment—and your greatest risk.
Written by bestselling author and battle-tested leadership coach Pete Srodoski, Build Kickass Teams gives you a no-BS, practical playbook to lead with clarity, hire with precision, and build the kind of culture that people don't want to leave.
You'll learn how to:

  • Attract assets, avoid liabilities—and know the difference fast
  • Onboard like a Navy SEAL team, not a confused HR department
  • Design a culture that thrives in chaos, not just in calm
  • Coach performance in real-time (not once a year)
  • Handle underperformance and toxicity without flinching
  • Build feedback loops, rituals, and rhythms that drive accountability
  • Scale your team without losing your soul—or your standards
  • Packed with memorable quotes, straight-shooting advice, and field-tested frameworks, this book is a rally cry for leaders who refuse to settle for average.
    Mic drop moments include:

  • "They didn't fail the culture—you failed to lead them."
  • "Some people carry weight, others add weight—but the weight you tolerate becomes the standard."
  • "You're not raising order-takers. You're grooming decision-makers and future leaders."

  • Each chapter ends with a powerful Monday Morning Playbook—tactical steps you can implement immediately with your team.

    About Pete Srodoski:

    A trailblazer in his own right, Pete's journey spans roles as both a CEO and COO. His lived experiences and revolutionary approach to leadership make this book more than just a guide—it's a mentor in printed form.

    If you want to stop playing defense with your team and start leading like you mean it, this book is your blueprint.

    Build Kickass Teams