The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra Full episode details here: https://links.growthandscaling.com/418 Get ready to embark on a transformative journey in the world of payment processing! In Episode 418, we dive into the captivating story of Jeff Maine, the mastermind behind Pay Proudly.  Join us as we uncover how Jeff's passion for clarity and community upliftment is revolutionizing the way businesses handle their payments.  From innovative hiring practices to impactful charitable initiatives, Pay Proudly is paving the way for a brighter future. Don't miss out on this exciting episode - it's time to revolutionize your approach to payments!  🚀 🚀Unlock the Secrets of Your Revenue Orbit: Launch Your Business to New Heights! 🪐 Download our FREE Understanding Your Orbit Guide here: https://captainscouncil.com/understand_your_orbit 🚀🚀🚀🚀   Ways to connect with Jeff Maine: 🔗 Website: https://www.payproudly.com/ 🔗 Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PayProudly/ 🔗 Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proudlylive/ 🔗 Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-maine-58203b6/ 🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9_zxzhAMMt9Nc_J96zQRmg/about What’s in this podcast episode? 00:41 Who is our guest for today and What problem does he solve for businesses in the payment processing space? 01:37 Why shouldn't businesses default to using platforms like Stripe for payment processing 03:40 What's the difference between using Square and a traditional processor with a gateway plug-in 05:29 What can businesses realize in a stable processing environment as opposed to paying high fees 06:56 How did he set out to start Proudly differently from his previous ventures 09:22 What's the difference between a bootstrapping mindset and a fundraising mindset for business growth 10:26 www.captainscouncil.com 11:54 How does he see the changes needed as a business grows from $3 million to $10 million in revenue 16:15 How does he build the org chart, and why is it important to delegate responsibilities effectively 18:53 Is there a point where raising money is worth sacrificing equity for business growth 20:51 How did he realize the importance of personality tests in hiring, and how does it impact his organization 23:12 Can he talk about his charitable giving initiative and how it's integrated into his business model 25:11 Who has been a significant mentor or influence in shaping his entrepreneurial journey 28:07 How to reach out to him for a consultative approach to payment processing optimization I highly suggest you watch this entire exchange between Jeff Maine and ⭐️Todd Westra 📈 If you're looking for tips and strategies to grow and scale your business, this episode is for you! 1. Subscribe and Listen to ⁠The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra ⁠ 2. Supercharge your growth and tap into the wisdom of others. Schedule a pre-podcast call today. 👉 https://content.toddwestra.com/ 3. Join our CEO peer advisory board and be part of a supportive community of like-minded leaders. 👉 ⁠https://captainscouncil.com/home⁠ 4. Maximize LinkedIn outreach. Join our webinar for solutions to time constraints in connecting and engaging with desired prospects. 👉  ⁠https://www.linqed.ai/⁠