John Burdett is the Founder and CEO of Fast Slow Motion, a consulting firm that helps businesses scale using CRM technology. Since launching FSM in 2014, he has built a fully remote team that has completed thousands of projects for businesses across the U.S.
With a deep understanding of entrepreneurship, John is passionate about helping business leaders grow without getting trapped in the daily grind. He believes success isn’t just about building a great business—it’s about creating a life you love. Based in Birmingham, Alabama, John continues to guide entrepreneurs toward sustainable growth and lasting freedom.
Why I Wrote This Book
A few days after my daughter was born, I got a call from a major client asking for a meeting. Wanting to prove myself, I said yes—without thinking. Hours later, the doctor told us we could bring our baby home… at the exact time of that meeting.
I kept the meeting.
To this day, I can’t remember who it was with or what it was about—but I’ll never forget missing that moment with my wife and newborn daughter.
That regret changed everything. I realized I didn’t want to build a business at the expense of what matters most.
Since then, I’ve dedicated my life to helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses and protect the things that make life worth living. That’s why I started Fast Slow Motion—and it’s why Michael and I wrote The Scalable Business Framework.
This book is everything I’ve learned, packed into a practical, story-driven guide that shows you how to grow your business the right way—without burning out, missing moments, or losing yourself in the process.
You don’t have to choose between success and freedom. I didn’t. And neither do you.
The Scalable Business Framework will show you how to break free from the chaos, start enjoying life again, and really have it all. I’ve done it, my clients have done it, and now it’s your turn.
Featured Insights
How to Build a Business You Love
It’s hard enough to build a successful business, let alone one you actually love. Check out this podcast episode to learn more about building a business aligned with your deepest values, as well as the importance of loving what you do, the power of strategic planning, and the impact of adopting scalable systems.
The Three Ps
John shares his journey from burnout to breakthrough on the stage at Silicon Y’all 2024, and how the 3 Ps (Purpose, People, Profit) can become the foundation for building a business you love without sacrificing what matters most.
Redefining True Success
John Burdett didn’t just build a fast-growing business—he rebuilt the why behind it. In this podcast conversation, John opens up about how experiences earlier in his career led to a new definition of success: one where business growth doesn’t come at the cost of your life, family, or peace.
Build a Business Not Built on You
In this episode of Impact CEO, John Burdett shares how building a business rooted in purpose, faith, and strong systems creates true freedom. He also reflects on navigating a season of serious health challenges—and how preparation, perspective, and a solid foundation allowed both his life and business to thrive.
Speaking
John Burdett speaks to business owners, entrepreneurs, and leadership teams about how to scale successfully—without losing sight of what matters most. Drawing on his own journey from burnout to balance, John delivers engaging, practical insights that challenge conventional wisdom and inspire action.
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Fast Slow Motion helps growing businesses build scalable systems on the Salesforce and HubSpot platforms. Combining expert consulting, real-world business experience, and technical expertise, the Fast Slow Motion team exists to be a blessing to business leaders as they grow their businesses.