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Ever promoted your star employee into management and instantly regretted it? You’re not alone—and you're not crazy. In Episode 39 of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh dive into the dangerous (and all-too-common) trap of promoting high-performing "rockstars" into roles they’re just not built for.

This episode exposes the "Rockstar Trap"—the mistaken assumption that great doers automatically make great leaders—and unpacks the Peter Principle, which states that employees rise to the level of their incompetence.

With their signature mix of straight talk, humor, and real-world experience, Chrissy and Josh break down:

✅ Why promoting based on past performance is a setup for failure
✅ The Three I’s that determine success or struggle in leadership:

• Identity – From “Hero” to “Coach”: Can they shift who gets the win?
• Interaction – From Tasks to People: Do they have the emotional intelligence to lead?
• Intention – From Now to Next: Can they think long-term and lead strategy?

✅ The operational chaos that ensues when you promote the wrong person
✅ How to say “no” to a promotion with love (and development paths!)
✅ Alternative success paths for top performers who don’t want to manage
✅ What to do when it’s already gone wrong (yes, you can undo it—gracefully!)

This episode is a must-listen for CEOs, HR leaders, and small business managers looking to protect their culture, retain top talent, and grow the right people into the right roles.

🎯 Whether you’ve made this mistake before or want to avoid it entirely, this episode will give you the clarity and strategy you need to fix it—before it breaks your team.

If you're looking to get help with your culture, or to help out an entire group, reach out to Josh and Chrissy today! We would love to see how we can help you, your business, or your event. Contact us!

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