Why Most DTC Brands Overhire (And How to Stay Lean)
In this episode of Scalability School, Andrew Foxwell, Brad Ploch, and Zach Stuck break down the exact framework they use to run lean, profitable ecommerce brands. Whether you're a DTC founder, media buyer, or agency operator, this episode reveals how to: Build a lean team without sacrificing performance Decide when to hire vs. outsource Avoid common OPEX mistakes that kill margins Hit $5M+ in revenue per full-time employee Create systems so your team runs without bottlenecks They also share behind-the-scenes data from their own brands and the Foxwell Founders Community. If you’re scaling a DTC business and tired of bloated team structures, this is your playbook. Learn more about the Scalability School Podcast at https://scalabilityschool.com To connect with Andrew Foxwell send an email: Andrew@foxwelldigital.com To connect with Brad Ploch send him a DM at https://x.com/brad_ploch To connect with Zach Stuck send him a DM at https://x.com/zachmstuck Learn More about the Foxwell Founders Community at http://foxwelldigital.com/membership