Diamondback Tactical has learned a lesson or two about the inherent challenges of a rapid ramp up.

By Reported Donna Loyle

5. Delegate wisely. Hire qualified mangers and employees. As his company was growing in leaps and bounds, Beck had to make a choice: Be a salesperson in the field or a responsive leader who gives his team the tools it needs to execute his growth strategy.

Today, Beck focuses more on business tasks such as increasing inventory turns, building relationships with bankers and investors, and providing tools and solutions for his team. If he had to start over again, Beck says, “I’d focus more on those areas and do it sooner rather than later. They are vital keys to the success of a company.”