Welcome to “Scale Up with Nick Bradley”.
In this podcast, we will show you how to scale up your business and your life! So you can achieve great
... moreBy Nick Bradley
Welcome to “Scale Up with Nick Bradley”.
In this podcast, we will show you how to scale up your business and your life! So you can achieve great
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The podcast currently has 373 episodes available.
Nick dives into the topic of finding focus when business growth has stalled. Drawing from his experience and insights, he introduces a straightforward yet powerful exercise known as the "rule of ones." This exercise encourages entrepreneurs to simplify their approach by identifying one clear target market, one core offer, one traffic source, one lead generation tool, one sales conversion process, and committing to a timeframe for implementation.
Nick emphasises the importance of focus and persistence in entrepreneurship, sharing valuable strategies to help listeners refine their business models and drive future growth.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
BEST MOMENTS
"It's about deciding what you're not going to do as much as it is deciding what you will focus on."
"If growth has stalled, I want you to look at your main offer again and answer these questions: Is it simple and clear? Does it solve a problem that exists for your ideal customer?"
"You need to give something away of value, ideally for free, in exchange for an email or something that can build your database."
"Success in entrepreneurship is about two main things: focus and not giving up."
VALUABLE RESOURCES
If you're interested in the mentoring that Nick talks about during this episode, message the word "MENTORING" to this email address: [email protected], or you can DM Nick on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/realnickbradley
FREE DOWNLOAD:
"Exit For Millions Blueprint” - This blueprint will help uncover gaps across 15 danger areas that could sabotage your dream of achieving a life-changing exit.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/opt-in
Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies.
He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value business towards life-changing exits.
Support the show: https://highvalueexit.com/
Nick delves into the essential elements of creating a compelling pitch deck for entrepreneurs looking to raise capital or enhance their business communication. He emphasises the importance of clarity and simplicity, advising that a successful pitch should be concise, ideally no more than 15 slides and 20 minutes long.
Nick outlines a structured approach to crafting a pitch deck, covering key components such as the problem and solution, uniqueness, business model, go-to-market strategy, competitive analysis, and financial projections. He also shares valuable tips on how to engage potential investors through personalised presentations, including the use of Loom videos.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
BEST MOMENTS
"The purpose of a pitch deck is very, very simple. It's to stimulate interest."
"If you can do this graphically and simply, the better. If you have to explain it, it probably means the whole thing's too complex."
"You do want to credibly, but at the same time, smartly build authority."
"Your network is your net worth, so you need to be in those types of environments."
VALUABLE RESOURCES
If you want a copy of the pitch deck template Nick mentioned in the episode, message the word "TEMPLATE" to this email address: [email protected], or you can DM him on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/realnickbradley
FREE TRAINING:
Below, I cover 3 Simple Scaling Systems that will help you build a business that provides more freedom, makes you more money, and sets you up for total financial independence.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/training
FREE DOWNLOAD:
"Exit For Millions Blueprint” - This blueprint will help uncover gaps across 15 danger areas that could sabotage your dream of achieving a life-changing exit.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/opt-in
Nick’s LinkedIn: https://highvalueexit.com/li
Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies.
He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value business towards life-changing exits.
Support the show: https://highvalueexit.com/
Nick talks to branding expert Greg Merilees, who shares his journey from t-shirt design to creating impactful websites for notable figures like Frank Oz and Sylvester Stallone.
They delve into the essence of branding, discussing how it shapes perceptions and drives customer engagement. Greg emphasises the importance of clarity in messaging and the role of storytelling in building trust with audiences. They also explore the significance of unique positioning in a crowded market, illustrated through compelling case studies, including a Pilates instructor who transformed her business through a well-crafted online presence.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
BEST MOMENTS
"A brand is what others say about you when you're not in the room, and it needs to appeal to your customers so that they take action with your brand."
"If you don't have clarity in your message, people will leave your website. Clarity wins every time over being clever."
"When people come to your website, they only care about what's in it for them, not about you."
GUEST RESOURCES
Discover how to convert more of your website's visitors into hot leads and sales, take this quiz for FREE now: https://studio1design.com/nick
VALUABLE RESOURCES
FREE TRAINING:
Below, I cover 3 Simple Scaling Systems that will help you build a business that provides more freedom, makes you more money, and sets you up for total financial independence.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/training
FREE DOWNLOAD:
"Exit For Millions Blueprint” - This blueprint will help uncover gaps across 15 danger areas that could sabotage your dream of achieving a life-changing exit.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/opt-in
Nick’s LinkedIn: https://highvalueexit.com/li
Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies.
He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value business towards life-changing exits.
Support the show: https://highvalueexit.com/
Nick shares valuable insights on building a rock star team, focusing on the importance of clarity and consistency in leadership, particularly when it comes to hiring and managing A players—individuals who not only possess the necessary skills but also align with the company's core values.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
BEST MOMENTS
"The caliber of your team is the single most important component of successfully and efficiently operating a business."
"A players like to know if they're winning or losing. They have a high emotional need to succeed."
"If you get it wrong, particularly in a key role, it's going to take you back a long way."
"You have to have absolute clarity on point A, where you are today, and point B, where you're going."
"It's not just about money; it's also about opportunity and what's in it for them."
VALUABLE RESOURCES
If you're interested in the mentoring that Nick talks about during this episode, message the word "MENTORING" to this email address: [email protected], or you can DM Nick on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/realnickbradley
FREE TRAINING:
Below, I cover 3 Simple Scaling Systems that will help you build a business that provides more freedom, makes you more money, and sets you up for total financial independence.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/training
FREE DOWNLOAD:
"Exit For Millions Blueprint” - This blueprint will help uncover gaps across 15 danger areas that could sabotage your dream of achieving a life-changing exit.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/opt-in
Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies.
He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value business towards life-changing exits.
Support the show: https://highvalueexit.com/
Nick welcomes Todd Hartley, CEO of Wirebuzz, to discuss the art and science of winning in business through effective sales and marketing strategies.
Todd shares his insights on the importance of clarity, credibility, and collaboration in the sales process, emphasising how understanding the psychological needs of buyers can significantly enhance closing rates. He recounts his journey from a news reporter to a successful entrepreneur, highlighting the transformative power of video in sales. Todd also provides compelling case studies, showcasing how his training has led to remarkable revenue growth for Fortune 500 companies.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
BEST MOMENTS
"Winning is easy once you understand the psychological needs of buyers and then you can just start to scale it up."
"I sometimes speak thinking everyone understands what I'm talking about. But half the time, they've got no idea what I'm talking about."
"If you want to win more deals, start teaching visually. The human brain processes visual information 90,000 times faster than it does with written information."
"Perfection's not the goal, connection is. Your prospects are not expecting a Spielberg production out of your videos."
GUEST RESOURCES
To receive free access to Todd Hartley's #1 bestselling marketing and sales book Accelerating YES, just go to toddhartley.com/scaleup
VALUABLE RESOURCES
FREE TRAINING:
Below, I cover 3 Simple Scaling Systems that will help you build a business that provides more freedom, makes you more money, and sets you up for total financial independence.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/training
FREE DOWNLOAD:
"Exit For Millions Blueprint” - This blueprint will help uncover gaps across 15 danger areas that could sabotage your dream of achieving a life-changing exit.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/opt-in
Nick’s LinkedIn: https://highvalueexit.com/li
Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies.
He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value business towards life-changing exits.
Support the show: https://highvalueexit.com/
Nick focuses on how entrepreneurs can build businesses that provide freedom and financial independence without necessarily selling them. Drawing from his extensive experience in Private Equity and mentoring, Nick outlines a framework designed to help business owners transition from being trapped in the day-to-day grind to achieving operational freedom, and discusses the importance of shifting mindsets, optimising for profit rather than just revenue, and understanding the value of a business built for potential sale.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
BEST MOMENTS
"The more valuable that you are to your business, the less valuable your business is."
"If your business isn't giving you the freedom that you deserve, it is a fixable problem."
"Every problem as you grow becomes a who problem, not a how problem."
VALUABLE RESOURCES
If you're interested in the mentoring that Nick talks about during this episode, message the word "MENTORING" to this email address: [email protected], or you can DM Nick on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/realnickbradley/
Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies.
He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value business towards life-changing exits.
Support the show: https://highvalueexit.com/
Nick discusses the importance of systemising a business to achieve freedom and scalability with Lloyd Thompson, an expert in operations and management. They delve into the process of conducting an audit to identify areas for improvement, focusing on vision, values, and accountability.
Lloyd explains how they help founders delegate tasks effectively and establish operational smoothness through rhythms, dashboards, and feedback loops. The episode highlights the transition founders need to make from micromanaging to delegating effectively, emphasising the role of a Director of Operations in streamlining business operations.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
BEST MOMENTS
"I often call it the first exit that a founder needs to go through."
"I think it's important for people to know also where their strengths are."
"I find that most of the businesses that I work with are marketing agencies and e-commerce, and that's largely because they're really high visionary folks."
"There was an old saying when I used to work in the media industry many, many years ago. We used to say, don't let the creative run the agency."
VALUABLE RESOURCES
FREE TRAINING:
Below, I cover 3 Simple Scaling Systems that will help you build a business that provides more freedom, makes you more money, and sets you up for total financial independence.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/training
FREE DOWNLOAD:
"Exit For Millions Blueprint” - This blueprint will help uncover gaps across 15 danger areas that could sabotage your dream of achieving a life-changing exit.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/opt-in
Nick’s LinkedIn: https://highvalueexit.com/li
Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies.
He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value business towards life-changing exits.
Support the show: https://highvalueexit.com/
Nick welcomes business mastermind James Schramko to discuss his journey from working in the automotive industry to becoming a successful online entrepreneur. James shares his experiences transitioning from a high-pressure job to creating a thriving online business that provides him with the freedom and flexibility he desires. He emphasises the importance of personal effectiveness, building a small team, having a good offer, and choosing the right business model.
James also highlights the significance of focusing on customers, recurring subscriptions, and avoiding shortcuts in business.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
BEST MOMENTS
"I went from zero to 300 grand a year in two and a half years"
"It's about having a good offer. Like almost everything's easy if you have a good offer. If you don't have a good offer or you don't have a good product, life's going to be difficult."
"Focus on customers and actually care about them and then you'll find you get repeat, referral, lifetime relationship. I love having clients for 7, 8 years, 15 years."
GUEST RESOURCES
James Schramko - https://www.jamesschramko.com/
VALUABLE RESOURCES
FREE TRAINING:
Below, I cover 3 Simple Scaling Systems that will help you build a business that provides more freedom, makes you more money, and sets you up for total financial independence.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/training
FREE DOWNLOAD:
"Exit For Millions Blueprint” - This blueprint will help uncover gaps across 15 danger areas that could sabotage your dream of achieving a life-changing exit.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/opt-in
Nick’s LinkedIn: https://highvalueexit.com/li
Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies.
He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value business towards life-changing exits.
Support the show: https://highvalueexit.com/
Nick welcomes guest, Matt Chancey, to discuss the intricacies of tax planning for high-net-worth individuals, particularly focusing on strategies to minimise taxes during significant liquidity events such as selling a business.
Matt shares insights on how to strategically plan for such events, emphasising the importance of early preparation and collaboration with a team of expert advisors. They delve into the concept of tax alpha solutions, exploring how investing in real estate and other tax-efficient strategies can help individuals retain more of their wealth.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Planning for tax implications before selling a business is crucial to maximise wealth preservation.
Building a Dream Deal Team: Assembling a team of experts early on, including lawyers, CFOs, and tax advisors, is essential for a successful business sale.
Investing in real estate can provide tax benefits and wealth preservation opportunities for business owners.
Risk Management in Investments: Understanding the risks involved in real estate investments and implementing strategies to mitigate them is key to success.
Early Planning for Tax Strategies: Starting tax planning strategies early, such as investing in qualified small business stock, can lead to significant tax savings in the long run.
BEST MOMENTS
"The reasons that these things exist in the IRS code are based on really simple concepts based on economic growth and expansion. The government believes if you pay taxes, they take the money, and then they redistribute wealth based on whatever we do with our, you know, our budget."
GUEST RESOURCES
Matt Chancey - https://www.mattchanceylive.com/home1615404071938
VALUABLE RESOURCES
FREE TRAINING:
Below, I cover 3 Simple Scaling Systems that will help you build a business that provides more freedom, makes you more money, and sets you up for total financial independence.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/training
FREE DOWNLOAD:
"Exit For Millions Blueprint” - This blueprint will help uncover gaps across 15 danger areas that could sabotage your dream of achieving a life-changing exit.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/opt-in
Nick’s LinkedIn: https://highvalueexit.com/li
Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies.
He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value business towards life-changing exits.
Support the show: https://highvalueexit.com/
Nick talks to Graham Stephen, the co-founder of BizVal, about the process of demystifying business valuations.
Graham shares his background in corporate finance and entrepreneurship, highlighting the importance of understanding the value drivers of a business. They discuss key factors in business valuations, such as owner independence, effective processes and systems, unit economics, and customer understanding.
The conversation also delves into the significance of realistic growth strategies and the impact of customer dynamics on business value.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
BEST MOMENTS
"I think a lot of business owners battle to separate that. So when they start to think about exit planning, it is something that they have to confront."
"I think what's really important, more than the unit economics themselves, is actually the owner or management's understanding of what those unit economics are."
GUEST RESOURCES
BizVal - https://bizvalglobal.com/about-us/
VALUABLE RESOURCES
FREE TRAINING:
Below, I cover 3 Simple Scaling Systems that will help you build a business that provides more freedom, makes you more money, and sets you up for total financial independence.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/training
FREE DOWNLOAD:
"Exit For Millions Blueprint” - This blueprint will help uncover gaps across 15 danger areas that could sabotage your dream of achieving a life-changing exit.
https://go.highvalueexit.com/opt-in
Work with Nick: https://highvalueexit.com
Nick’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/realnickbradley
Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies.
He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value businesses towards life-changing exits.
Support the show: https://highvalueexit.com/
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