In this episode, I had a fascinating conversation with Jamie Waller about his book ‘Unsexy Business’. We talked about a range of topics including, how to sell your business and increase its value, the #1 tip for business owners looking to sell, how to sell and maximise business value, the number one reason why I love selling businesses, the best advice everyone should have in mind, the mistakes business sellers make and what I learned, the sensational power of believing in yourself, why business owners with dyslexia achieve outstanding results, the best piece of advice when selling your business, the truth about earn outs, how to increase your business value and get the best possible deal and so much more…and so much more…

About Jamie

Meet Jamie Waller, a Bethnal Green native in East London. Overcoming challenges in his youth, Jamie found essential support from two exceptional charities: the Imps Motorcycle Display Team and the Prince's Trust. These organizations, empowering disadvantaged youth, played a pivotal role in shaping his life.

Retiring from the Imps at sixteen, Jamie embarked on a remarkable entrepreneurial journey, establishing, and selling multiple successful ventures. Today, he owns businesses in the UK and invests in others through his fund, Firestarters'.

But Jamie's story doesn't end there. Grateful for the charities' support, he remains closely connected to the Imps Motorcycle Display Team and the Prince's Trust. As the Founder and Chair of the Prince's Trust Enterprise Network, he fosters entrepreneurial spirit among young people.

Beyond his philanthropic endeavours, Jamie authored the acclaimed book, "Unsexy Business," sharing invaluable insights into entrepreneurship, highlighting the overlooked and challenging aspects of building successful ventures.

Contact Jamie:

Website: www.jamiewaller.com

About the Host, Brendan McGurgan

Brendan is a global business leader who builds profitable, scalable businesses by delivering on his strong personal belief that anything is possible.

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In this episode, I had a fascinating conversation with Dr. Shameen Prashantham about his book ‘Gorillas Can Dance: Lessons from Microsoft and Other Corporations on Partnering with Startups’. We talked about a range of topics including, why SMEs need a long term view for successful partnerships, the three mindsets you need to partner with large businesses, what defines a successful entrepreneurial mindset, the UN Sustainable Development Goals and why you need to know about, the one thing that defines the success of partnerships, how to manage the power dynamic in partnerships, the value that SMEs provide in partnerships with large companies, why SMEs need to partner with big companies to scale and so much more…

About Shameen

Today, we are chatting with Dr. Shameen Prashantham, a distinguished expert in international business and a thought leader in corporate-startup partnerships. As a Professor at CEIBS in Shanghai, Dr. Prashantham brings a wealth of knowledge from institutions such as NUBS China and the University of Glasgow.

His ground-breaking research on "dancing with gorillas" - partnerships between large corporations and startups - has gained widespread recognition. Dr. Prashantham explores how these collaborations drive innovation and contribute to the UN SDGs. His latest book, "Gorillas Can Dance," is a proven guide for managers, offering valuable insights on corporation-startup partnerships.

With numerous publications in renowned journals, Dr. Prashantham is a leading authority in international business strategy. Join us as he shares his profound expertise, providing invaluable insights into the world of corporate-startup partnerships and their impact on the future of business.

Contact Dr. Shameen Prashantham:

Website: www.gorillascandance.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shameen-prashantham-34a95aa1/

Buy the book: Gorillas Can Dance (available on Amazon)

About the Host, Brendan McGurgan

Brendan is a global business leader who builds profitable, scalable businesses by delivering on his strong personal belief that anything is possible.

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In this episode, I had a fascinating conversation with Jonathan Jay about his book, "Business Buying Strategies: How to Buy a Business Without Risking Your Own Capital." We covered a wide range of topics such as creating a high business exit strategy, managing emotions when acquiring a business, overcoming pitfalls of buying a business, supercharging business values through acquisition, understanding the psychology and real value of a business, and the principle of never putting your own money into a business deal. We also discussed the best ways to buy businesses, how acquisition can be the fastest way to grow your business, factors that can inhibit business growth, the importance of emotion-free business acquisition, and being clear about why you want to buy a business.

About Jonathan

Today on ScaleX™ Insider Podcast, we are hosting the one and only Jonathan Jay, a master of business acquisitions and risk-free success. From unintentionally stepping into M&A to carrying out life-changing deals, Jonathan's journey is nothing short of remarkable. He has successfully bought, flipped, and sold businesses, accumulating an impressive portfolio of accomplishments. Even during the pandemic, he managed to acquire 48 businesses. Currently, Jonathan is sharing his knowledge through support groups and training programs to empower aspiring entrepreneurs to succeed in the business realm.

In this episode, we'll delve into Jonathan's insightful book, "Business Buying Strategies." This compelling read offers success-driven readers a chance to overcome their own limitations and reach spectacular heights in the business world. We'll gain insights from the fundamental principles in the book, supplemented by Jonathan's extensive business and coaching knowledge.

Contact Jonathan

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theDealmakers

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-jay-3556b230/?originalSubdomain=uk

About the Host, Brendan McGurgan

Brendan is a global business leader who builds profitable, scalable businesses by delivering on his strong personal belief that anything is possible.

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In this episode, I had a fascinating conversation with David Allen about his book ‘Getting Things Done: The Art Of Stress-Free Productivity’. We talked about a range of topics including, why scaling your business will make you a true leader, three powerful tips for success in business and life, why creating lists can change your life for the better, how to master mundane tasks and free up your time, how to instil getting things done in your team, why you need to lose control to achieve success, how to organise yourself to get things done, how to make sure you capture your best ideas, why you need to know the difference between doing and done in business, how to manage your workload more productively, the 5 steps you need to know to get things done, what you need to do to scale your business, the one piece of advice on how to get control of your life, how to create space in your mind for clarity and so much more…

About David Allen

In today's episode, we are thrilled to introduce a world-renowned expert in the field of productivity, David Allen. As the author of the best-selling book "Getting Things Done," David has revolutionized the way people approach time management, workflow, and personal organization.

David's journey began with a desire to find a better way to manage the chaos of everyday life. He started his career as a management consultant, but it was his insatiable curiosity and passion for problem-solving that led him to create the GTD (Getting Things Done) methodology. The GTD system has since been embraced by millions around the world, allowing them to maximize their productivity and achieve a sense of clarity and control in their lives.

As a speaker, coach, and author, David has dedicated more than three decades to refining and sharing his expertise. His innovative approach to productivity has earned him accolades and praise from top-tier publications, as well as a loyal following of professionals and enthusiasts alike. David's teachings emphasize the importance of capturing ideas, clarifying tasks, organizing priorities, and executing plans, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Contact David Allen:

Website: https://www.gettingthingsdone.com

Youtube: https://www.gettingthingsdone.com/youtube

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidallengtd/?originalSubdomain=nl

Buy the book (link to Amazon copy):

Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-free Productivity

About the Host, Brendan McGurgan

Brendan is a global business leader who builds profitable, scalable businesses by delivering on his strong personal belief that anything is possible.

Contact Brendan McGurgan or Simple Scaling:

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In this episode, I had a fascinating conversation with Maura Thomas about how to attract the best talent, energize your team, and be the leader in your market. We talked about a range of topics including the one simple phrase every business leaders needs to know to be less distracted, how leaders can energise their team and reduce stress, how to attract the best people, how to improve the communication of the team and business, the three pitfalls of urgent, pressurised business cultures, the one superpower you need to make mindful choices, why business leaders have enormous influence on their employees, why this one thing makes business productivity plummet, why you need to focus your attention on what you want and so much more…

About Maura

Maura Thomas is an award-winning international speaker and trainer on individual and corporate productivity and work-life balance, and the most widely-cited authority on attention management. Her proprietary Empowered Productivity™ System has been embraced by the likes of NASA, L’Oreal, and Dell. She is a TEDx Speaker, founder of Regain Your Time, author of six books, and was named a Top Leadership Speaker in Inc. Magazine. Maura is frequently featured in major business outlets including Business Insider, Fast Company, and Washington Post, and she’s also a regular contributor to both Forbes and the Harvard Business Review, with articles there viewed over a million times.

Contact Maura

Website: https://maurathomas.com/

Everyone Wants to Work Here: Attract the Best Talent, Energize Your Team, and Be the Leader in Your Market

About the Host, Brendan McGurgan

Brendan is a global business leader who builds profitable, scalable businesses by delivering on his strong personal belief that anything is possible.

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In this episode, I had a fascinating conversation with Jamie Smart about clarity and having a clear mind, better performance, and bigger results. We talked about a range of topics including the one fear you need to know about that holds business owners back, how to achieve clarity and a clear mind to boost your growth mindset, how to scale your business with insight and clarity, the three indicators of success that you need to know in business, how to overcome fear when growing a business, why you need to know that you're capable of more than you think, how to unlock your own feelings, how to identify your own sources of stress, and so much more…

About Jamie

Get ready for an enlightening ScaleX™ Insider podcast episode with our special guest, Jamie Smart, a Sunday Times bestselling author, renowned speaker, and transformative coach. Jamie, the author of "Clarity: Clear Mind, Better Performance, Bigger Results," reveals the unexpected keys to clarity that unlock profound transformation and meaningful results.

Jamie's expertise lies in guiding business leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, therapists, and other transformation professionals to integrate subtractive psychology and clarity principles into their work, businesses, and lives. With an impressive track record, he has keynoted conferences for various organisations and has appeared on Sky TV, BBC, as well as in numerous publications including The Times, The Daily Telegraph, The Huffington Post and Psychologies Magazine. As well as CLARITY he is also the author of the books RESULTS: Think Less, Achieve More, The Little Book of Clarity and The Little Book of Results.

Don't miss this engaging discussion, where you'll uncover how to leverage the power of clarity for a clear mind and enhanced performance, leading to greater success in every aspect of your life and business.

Contact Jamie

Website: https://www.jamiesmart.com/

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/JamieSmartCom

LinkedIn: https://twitter.com/JamieSmartCom

Buy the book: Clarity: Clear Mind, Better Performance, Bigger Results

About the Host, Brendan McGurgan

Brendan is a global business leader who builds profitable, scalable businesses by delivering on his strong personal belief that anything is possible.

Contact Brendan McGurgan or Simple Scaling:

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In this episode, I had a fascinating conversation with Dr. Srikumar Rao about the secrets behind unstoppable success in business and life. We talked about a range of topics including how to manage mental chatter for more clarity, why you need to know that having control is only an illusion, how to live a joyous life, how to achieve joy through living in the present, why the universe gives you interesting challenges, the most important question you will ever ask yourself, the one question you need to ask your direct reports, the hidden secret to excellent customer service, why business leaders need to support their employees growth and so much more…

About Dr. Srikumar

Dr. Srikumar Rao is the Founder of the Road Institute. He is an elite coach who works with a select group of entrepreneurs, professionals, and senior executives. His clients are already successful and seek his coaching because they need help to have an outsize impact on the world. They are ready to make a dent in the universe. They also recognize that life is a spiritual journey and wish to imbue that understanding into every facet of their lives.

Millions of people have listened to Dr. Rao’s TED Talk and other recordings and attended his programs and workshops. He has one goal only: to help you experience life in an exponentially better way. He leads you into a rabbit hole, and you determine how far you wish to go. You may wish to travel only a short distance and settle for a life in which you are much more successful, have better relationships, and enjoy more peace. Or you may wish to go all the way and reach what sages have called by many names, such as enlightenment, Nirvana, and awakening. Be aware that if you get there, there will be no you left to celebrate this.

Dr. Rao recommends that you simply set out on your journey. In a very short time, you will find that your life has improved to an extent that you would not have ever believed. Feel free to stop anytime and be prepared to resume your journey when the call comes.

Contact Srikumar

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/srikumarsrao/

Website: https://theraoinstitute.com/

Buy the book: Modern Wisdom, Ancient Roots: The Movers and Shakers' Guide to Unstoppable Success

About the Host, Brendan McGurgan

Brendan is a global business leader who builds profitable, scalable businesses by delivering on his strong personal belief that anything is possible. 

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In this episode, I had a fascinating conversation with Margie Warrell about how to be braver in your work, leadership and life and stop playing safe. We talked about a range of topics including how find your 'Why' to do more of what ignites your passion (and less of what doesn't!), how to build courage and take action for success, how to deal with uncertainty and make the right decision, how to overcome impostor syndrome, why you need to start being more courageous, how to apply four simple steps to build resilience and manage your 'stress triggers', why creating space is a trigger to personal growth and so much more…

About Margie

Dr. Margie Warrell is a renowned author, international speaker, and a passionate advocate for helping people live bigger, braver lives.

Margie's remarkable journey began on a dairy farm in rural Australia, where she grew up as the big sister of seven siblings. Today, she is an accomplished thought leader and the host of the Live Brave podcast, where she has interviewed some of the most influential figures in the world, including Richard Branson, Bill Marriott, Steve Forbes, and Marianne Williamson.

 A prolific writer, Margie has authored five bestselling books, including "You've Got This!", "Make Your Mark", "Brave", "Stop Playing Safe", and "Find Your Courage". As a member of the advisory board of Forbes School of Business & Technology, she has collaborated with an impressive roster of client organizations, such as Salesforce, Google, SAP, NASA, Facebook, British Telecom, Deloitte, and Berkshire Hathaway, just to mention a few.

In today's episode, we'll be focusing on Margie's ground-breaking book, "Stop Playing Safe", which has become a must-read for anyone seeking to break free from self-imposed limitations and achieve extraordinary success. We'll dive deep into the key principles of the book and learn from Margie's wealth of experience in business, psychology, and coaching.

Contact Margie

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margiewarrell/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/margiewarrell/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/margiewarrell

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/margiewarrell

Podcast: Live Brave with Dr. Margie Warrell, available on all major podcasting platforms

Buy the book

Stop Playing Safe: How To Be Braver in Your Work, Leadership and Life

About the Host, Brendan McGurgan

Brendan is a global business leader who builds profitable, scalable businesses by delivering on his strong personal belief that anything is possible. 

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Simple Scaling: 10 Proven Principles to 10x Your Business 

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In this episode, I had a fascinating conversation with Susie Ma about how she scaled the Tropic Skincare brand to a nine-figure business from scratch. We talked about a number of topics including; what Susie Ma Learned from Lord Alan Sugar, why you need to keep hustling when scaling, the one thing you need to know as you scale your business, how to stay upbeat and motivated as your business grows, how you can make the world a better place as you scale your business, how to start a business with very little money, how Susie Ma started the most successful skincare brand in the UK, why your infinite purpose is vital for scaling success, why more women need to become entrepreneurs, and so much more…

About Susie

Susie was born in Shanghai, China in 1988. From an early age she was strongly encouraged to use only natural ingredients by her grandmother, who for over 60 years studied homeopathic remedies alongside her career as a medicinal chemist. In their house, natural was always better, and it was this upbringing that inspired Susie’s belief in natural ingredients and eventually Tropic Skincare’s ethos.

Susie moved to Australia aged 6, where she got her first taste of business selling alongside her parents while in Sydney. She then moved to the city of Cairns in Tropical North Queensland where lush, tropical plants were abundant and would be used to make natural skincare recipes. 

Moving to London at age 13, Susie founded Tropic when she was just 15 years of age - pouring homemade body scrubs into jars to sell at markets across London. After studying at university and appearing on BBC’s The Apprentice in 2011, Lord Sugar was so impressed by Susie’s products and business idea that he invested. Today, Tropic’s multi-award-winning product range extends across skincare, body care, hair care, sun care and makeup. With 20,000 active brand Ambassadors, Tropic has been the UK’s fastest-growing skincare brand for five years in a row. 

Since September 2019, every Tropic order has also funded education for children living in Cambodia, Nepal, and Myanmar as part of the brand’s partnership with charity United World Schools.

Contact Susie

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiematropic/

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Simple Scaling: 10 Proven Principles to 10x Your Busines 

About the Host, Brendan McGurgan

Brendan is a global business leader who builds profitable, scalable businesses by delivering on his strong personal belief that anything is possible. 

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In this episode, I had a fascinating conversation with Sharon Lechter about the secret to scaling and exiting your business successfully. We talked about a range of topics including how to manage your fears and your energy, the 6ps to scaling and exiting profitably, the importance of investing time as opposed to spending time, Sharon’s personal success equation, why you need to know your purpose to be successful, why you need to be stingy with your time for success and so much more…

About Sharon

Meet Sharon Lechter: entrepreneur, speaker, bestselling author, mentor, and philanthropist. With 35 years as a licensed CPA and renowned expertise in financial literacy, she has empowered countless individuals to achieve entrepreneurial success.

As co-author of the international bestseller Rich Dad Poor Dad and creator of 14 books in the Rich Dad series, Sharon built a personal finance empire. Recognized by the Napoleon Hill Foundation, she collaborated on influential books like Think and Grow Rich-Three Feet from Gold and Outwitting the Devil.

From advising U.S. Presidents to working with major brands like Disney, Sharon's impact is far-reaching. Her focus is on elevating financial intelligence, unlocking untapped potential, and leaving lasting legacies.

After a personal tragedy, Sharon launched the Play Big Movement to inspire others to overcome limitations, master money and time, and make a significant impact. Join Sharon Lechter as she guides you on the path to financial mastery, playing big, and creating a legacy that resonates for generations.

Contact Sharon

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonlechter/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorSharonLechter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharonlechter/

Website: https://sharonlechter.com/ - Find out more about Sharon’s Programmes

Buy Sharon’s Books

Rich Dad, Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money - https://mybook.to/rich-dad-poor-dad

Think and Grow Rich-Three Feet from Gold

Outwitting the Devil - https://mybook.to/Outwitting-The-devil

Think and Grow Rich for Women - https://mybook.to/Grow-Rich-For-Women 

Simple Scaling Book

Check out our book, an Amazon Best-Seller: Simple Scaling: 10 Proven Principles to 10X Your Business 

About the Host, Brendan McGurgan

Brendan is a global business leader who builds profitable, scalable businesses by delivering on his strong personal belief that anything is possible. 

Contact Brendan McGurgan or Simple Scaling:

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