In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete discuss their experiences of scaling up their businesses.   They talk about the challenges of pushing boundaries and taking risks, but also the rewards that come with it.   They share their different approaches to scaling up, from taking a slow and steady approach to growing organically.   The group emphasizes the importance of making a plan, even if it doesn't pan out the way you expected, and the need to overcome fear and take bold steps towards growth.   They also discuss the silver linings of scaling up, such as having more freedom and achieving financial freedom.   All of this and more, with a laugh and a smile along the way!   Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun   Follow the podcast on:   Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/   Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber   Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk   Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com   Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk   Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk     The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E Gerber - https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-e-myth-revisited/michael-e-gerber/9780887307287   This episode is sponsored by the Sutton Coldfield Community Games - https://community-games.uk/