How to Run Sprints Without Breaking Your Business

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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