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Michael Erath is a battle-tested entrepreneur who built a $45 million global manufacturing company, lost it all in the 2008–2009 crash, and came back stronger.    He's an Inc. 5000 CEO and the founder of Next Level Growth, where he helps entrepreneurs eliminate chaos, scale smarter, and build organizations that run with precision.    He reflects on how his experience shaped his leadership philosophy and led him to create a coaching firm focused on helping CEOs eliminate chaos, scale strategically, and build elite organizations.    Michael discusses the core ideas behind his book, Five Obsessions of Elite Organizations, which breaks down the essential principles behind building a business that runs smoothly and sustainably without burnout.   Additionally, he advocates for building operating systems grounded in foundational principles rather than standardized models, and highlights the importance of validating talent, aligning on purpose, and driving organizational clarity.   Website: Next Level Growth  LinkedI