Growth IRL Episode 4: The Boring Work That Builds a Business with Bryce Drawe

Boring Work. Real Growth.

The work that changes your business is often the work nobody sees.

In Episode 4 of Growth IRL, Mike Schmutz sits down with DataXGrowth COO Bryce Drawe to talk about personal growth, doing the boring work, and the journey of building DataXGrowth.

Together, they explore how individual habits influence a business, how their different strengths shape the way they work, and why choosing what not to do matters as much as choosing the next opportunity. The conversation also looks at responsible growth and the culture and standards they want to build.

In This Conversation

• How individual growth shapes the direction of a business
• Why the unglamorous tasks deserve your attention
• The experiences and beliefs Mike and Bryce brought to DataXGrowth
• How their roles complement each other
• Choosing what not to do as the business grows
• The standards and culture they want to build

For founders, operators, and anyone working toward something meaningful, this episode offers a chance to rethink the everyday work behind lasting progress.

About Growth IRL

Growth IRL connects mindset, people, and practical growth marketing with Mike Schmutz, founder of DataXGrowth. Follow the show for honest conversations about growing yourself, your team, and your business.

Learn more about DataXGrowth and the team behind the work.