Every business owner plays a role inside their company, whether they realize it or not. In this post, Sheri Radler introduces the Business Owner’s Mirror Test and explains how being the bottleneck, the driver, or operating in a blind spot can directly shape growth, team confidence, and operational clarity. Understanding where you sit is the first step toward building a business that runs with intention instead of friction.

Many business owners don’t realize how much of their company depends on them—until something forces it into view. In this post, Sheri Radler unpacks founder dependency, the hidden bottleneck that slows growth, stalls decision-making, and keeps businesses from scaling. Learn how to build operational independence so your business runs confidently, even when you’re not in the middle of everything.

Business rarely grows in a straight line. In this episode of R Readiness Lens, Sheri Radler breaks down the chutes and ladders of business — the unexpected setbacks, the momentum builders, and the systems that help you navigate both with confidence. If you’ve ever felt stuck or off-track, this conversation will help you regain clarity and build a structure that supports steady, intentional growth.

Running a business means juggling a thousand moving parts — but the difference between surviving and growing often comes down to readiness. In this post, Sheri Radler shares how adopting a readiness mindset helps small business owners move from reaction to preparation, build better systems, and create a business that runs smoothly even when life doesn’t.