Taylor Talks Trades Ep.68 James Sinclair - Partyman Group
Nov 8, 2024
James Sinclair, a £40 million entrepreneur known for his diverse business ventures, shares his transformative journey from magician to business leader. He discusses essential mindset shifts for tradespeople, advocating for a focus on growth over a 'time for money' mentality. The conversation delves into strategic mergers, overcoming the reluctance to delegate, and finding positivity amidst negativity in the entrepreneurial world. Sinclair emphasizes mentorship and community support, and he analyzes the impact of VAT thresholds on business growth, providing actionable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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From Magician To Business Owner
- James Sinclair started as a magician and built a paid-entertainment business by training others and taking a cut.
- He realised swapping time for money and hired an admin to free time to grow the business.
Invest In Management Early
- Decide what you want, then study those who already have it and copy their habits.
- Employ management before paying yourself to free time for growth and marketing.
Be The Salesperson Not The Technician
- Shift identity from technician to salesperson for your business and focus on marketing to bring in cash flow.
- Employ better technicians so you can spend time growing rather than operating the business.
