Hustle & Flow

#266: Not Every Business is Meant to Be Scaled: Why Bigger Isn't Always Better


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In a culture where all businesses seem to be obsessed with scaling, it's time to discuss the pitfalls and downsides to doing so. Depending on your goals and desires, scaling might make you feel burned out, disconnected, and wondering why you started your business in the first place. In today's episode, I break down which businesses should and shouldn't focus on scaling and things to watch out for when you do.

Chapters

00:28 - Obsession with scaling

03:07 - Scaling ≠ success

08:05 - Personal pitfalls

19:04 - Scaling isn't a good fit if…

30:52 - Scaling is perfect for those…

36:06 - Customer issues

40:31 - Making the right decision for you

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