What if your grand opening sprint is the very thing burning out your team and killing your momentum? Aaron Hovivian shares the proven strategy his team uses to launch drive-thru coffee shops, run high-impact sprints, and avoid chaos. Whether you're a franchisee or founder, this episode breaks down the full blueprint—from planning to execution—with real stories and hard-won lessons.
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – Why sprints can burn out your team
01:40 – What Aaron’s fractional COO team actually does
03:48 – How short-term contracts empower clients
05:17 – From vision to grand opening: how to break it down
07:02 – The difference between annual plans and sprints
08:52 – Grand opening vs. sprint: where things get real
10:25 – Marketing sprints and digital product launches
12:57 – Common launch week mistakes
16:30 – The dark side of “always sprinting”
28:34 – Why building a strong third tier is key
40:38 – The biggest mistake founders make during sprints
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