Building The Billion Dollar Business

The Growth Trap


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In this episode, Ray Sclafani discusses the common pitfalls of growth in advisory firms, emphasizing that not all growth is beneficial. He introduces the concept of the ensemble model, which promotes teamwork over individual heroics, and highlights the importance of technology as a supportive tool rather than a crutch. The episode concludes with a call to action for firms to grow with intention, aligning their growth strategies with their core values and infrastructure.

Key Takeaways

  1. Growth without structure leads to chaos.
  2. Technology should support, not dictate strategy.
  3. Successful firms will grow with intention and clarity.
  4. Evaluate if growth is by design or default.
  5. Infrastructure must be ready for growth stages.
  6. Focus on building a business, not just expanding a practice.

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