The BJJ Lender

The BJJ Lender, Episode 31, The Hidden Costs of Scaling: What Every Business Owner Misses


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In this episode, Shamier Choudhury dives into a topic that most business owners sleep on until it hits them hard:

🚨 The hidden costs of scaling. 🚨

Sure, growth feels good. More clients, more revenue, bigger moves. But there’s a price tag to every new level. And if you don’t see it coming? It can crush your momentum.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why scaling your biz is like moving up a weight class in BJJ

Sneaky expenses that hit when you start hiring (like payroll taxes & workers' comp)

The real cost of tech upgrades, CRMs, and compliance

Insurance increases no one warns you about

The price of training, onboarding, and building a strong team culture

Why fast growth often stresses your cash flow more than slow growth

The 3 essential moves to scale sustainably—not just fast

🧠 Key Takeaway: “In Jiu-Jitsu, we say: position before submission. Same in business—get your financial foundation right before you scale.”

Need Help Scaling the Smart Way? Book a strategy session with my team at Fortitude Strategic Solutions 👉 https://calendly.com/shamier-fortitude

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The BJJ LenderBy Shamier Choudhury