As a professional Entrepreneurial Operating System® Implementer, a common question I hear from entrepreneurs is: “When should I consider hiring an Integrator?” It’s arguably the most important question to ask yourself if you are serious about growing your business. Presuming you have fully bought into the value of a strong Integrator, the answer is: You should consider hiring an Integrator when you are ready to truly let go and delegate the running of the business to someone else.

As we face increasing global tensions, supply chain disruptions, and a growing need for domestic production, bringing jobs back home has become a matter of national importance. However, the path to reshoring is fraught with challenges—three of the most pressing being the American people's disinterest in technical, hands-on jobs, the decline of shop classes in schools, and the general undervaluation of blue-collar work.

While The Peter Principle is a concept introduced over five decades ago, its relevance remains strikingly current. In today’s fast-paced, ever-evolving workplaces, the pitfalls of promoting based on past performance rather than future capability are as prevalent as ever. The principles outlined in EOS offer a modern solution to this timeless challenge, ensuring organizations remain agile, efficient, and aligned.