Scaling Solo: When to Build Your First Team & How to Keep Clients
Episode Description
Bright Commerce Podcast, where we dive headfirst into the ever-evolving world of founderism, web development, and digital marketing.
“I can do it all myself.” Sound familiar? Many solopreneurs and consultants hit a wall where being “too good” solo becomes the bottleneck. But when is it time to scale, and how do you build a team without losing client trust or your sanity?
In this hard-hitting episode, we break down the reality of scaling from solo to team in 2025. From managing client expectations to documenting your “magic” into systems, we’re giving you the roadmap to grow without sacrificing quality or burning out.
🔥 What You’ll Learn:
Why being “too good” solo can trap you in stagnant growth.
How to set client expectations so they trust your team, not just you.
What to outsource first (and what to keep close to your chest).
The Emotional Challenges of Transitioning from Doer to Leader.
How scaling improves client outcomes, not the opposite.
🚨 No fluff. No hype. Real talk from the trenches.
Whether you’re a consultant hitting capacity, a freelancer afraid to let go, or just tired of being the bottleneck in your own business, this one’s for you.
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Meet our Host
Join Judd Dunagan and Carlos Caneja as they share real-world eCommerce insights, industry trends, and practical tips to help you succeed in digital business.

Founder, Bright Vessel
Judd Dunagan
Product strategist. Data whisperer. The guy you call when your checkout’s leaking leads and your team needs a smarter tech stack.

Founder, Britecode
Carlos Caneja
Digital architect. Process optimizer. The one who turns chaos into clarity with workflows that scale from startup to enterprise.