Description

Company: Covalent Logic
Owners: Stafford Wood
Year Started: 2005
Employees: 26-50 

When Half the Team Walks Out, What Do You Do Next?
In this episode, Stafford Wood, founder of Covalent Logic, shares the bold decision that led to nearly half her team quitting overnight and how that moment became the turning point for building a stronger, values-driven agency. If you’ve ever felt the weight of leadership, this story is a must-hear for navigating crisis, culture, and clarity in agency growth.

Inside this episode:

• The Jerry Maguire-style team meeting that changed everything
• Why firing your biggest client might be your smartest move
• One thing partnerships get wrong and how to protect yours
• The “vampire rule” Stafford uses to protect company culture
• How one mentor's advice reframed her approach to leadership and profit

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