The Start, Scale & Succeed Podcast

In this bespoke episode, Amol Maheshwari, managing partner in Growth Idea, shares how he he has worked to help over a hundred small to medium businesses grow their profitability.You will discover:- Why you may want to ignore some of what you’ve learned from leadership books- How to recognize and overcome the ceiling of complexity that is holding you back- How to fully understand your finances as an entrepreneur
Amol Maheshwari is a managing partner in Growth Idea, the UK’s leading SME business coaching and consulting company. He also leads the private equity arm of S J Mann Solutions, a London-based investment business. Amol has previously worked in investment banking and corporate finance with HSBC and Morgan Stanley. 
Want to learn more about Amol's work at Growth Idea? Check out their website at https://growthidea.co.uk/ or get a copy of his new book Score! on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/SCORE-fundamentals-building-financially-successful-ebook/dp/B0CFR4QL47/ref=sr_1_1

In this exceptional episode, R.J. Grimshaw, CEO of UniFi Equipment Finance and owner of Able Leadership LLC, shares how he exemplifies the spirit of entrepreneurship by fostering an intrapreneurship culture within organizations. You will discover:- How to tell if you truly have an innovative culture - What an intrapreneur is and how do you identify them inside your organization- How to succeed as an intrapreneur inside of your organization
RJ's journey is deeply rooted in a family of entrepreneurs. After serving in the US Air Force, RJ and his brother Eric and their father Gene co-founded Scriba Town Inn, a venture that blossomed into RJ's first million-dollar business. It was within the Equipment Leasing and Finance industry that he embarked on a remarkable career journey. He became the CEO and President of UniFi Equipment Finance in 2013. Under his guidance, the 45-year-old organization rapidly became one of North America's fastest-growing organization. Through his visionary leadership, the yearly volume of UniFi Equipment Finance skyrocketed from $13 million to over $115 million.
Want to learn more about RJ's work? Check out his website at https://rjgrimshaw.com/.

In this high-authority episode, Dr. Richard Kaye, Member of Top Talent Agency, shares how he helps entrepreneurs accelerate their growth through publicity.You will discover:- How to stand out in a crowded market- Why it’s not what you know, but it’s who knows you- The right time to start a publicity campaign 
Dr. Richard Kaye is best known for working with entrepreneurs to help them accelerate the growth of their businesses. He is the creator of the renowned The Secrets of Empowering Negotiation program. Richard has presented workshops, programs, and seminars in Australia, France, Japan, Russia, and the United States. He has shared stages with Lisa Nichols, Mark Victor Hansen, T. Harv Eker, and Les Brown. The Top Talent Agency awarded Richard the Lifetime Achievement Award. He has served as a Non-Governmental Organization member of the United Nations and boards of directors of for-profit companies.
Want to learn more about Dr. Richard Kaye's work at Top Talent Agency? Check out his website at talkaboutpublicity.com and grab a copy of his same one-page publicity sheet at https://richardkaye.com/toptenreasons/.

In this neural episode, Carlos Davidovich, TedX speaker, neuroscientist, and management coach, shares how his decades of experience help his clients' performance improved individual and organizational performance and increased personal satisfaction.You will discover:- How to recognize the distinct voices your brain uses to keep you safe- Why the human brain is incapable of making a 100% rational decision- What the neuroscience says about how you should reply to an email
Carlos was raised and educated in Argentina. He has been living and working between Europe, USA and Canada for over 20 years, where he has become an Executive Coach giving workshops and lectures on Neuromanagement, applying neuroscience in organizations and businesses. He is a professor of Neuromanagement in the MBA programs at the University of New York in Prague, Czech Republic, and at GEA in Ljubljana, Slovenia; a guest lecturer for the Masters in Leadership program at the Lang School of Business and Economics at the University of Guelph, and a thought leader with the Institute of Coaching at McLean Hospital, a Harvard Medical School affiliate.
Want to learn more about Carlos Davidovich's work? Check out his website at carlosdavidovich.com, get a copy of his book 'Five Brain Leadership' at and his https://www.amazon.com/Five-Brain-Leadership-Neuroscience-Instincts/dp/1774582732 TEDx Talk 'Five Brains' at https://youtu.be/Uhk-JSgrGx0?si=PEWxMQ9XdZlxWlZE

In this venturesome episode, Wayne Barringer, Founder and CEO of Jaro Group, shares how he helps leaders find the roadmap to fix team challenges making them more efficient, impactful, and joyful.You will discover:- Why you shouldn’t see hiring a consultant as an admission of defeat- How to know if you have the right amount of structure for your team- How to have difficult conversations with leaders who aren’t keeping up
In 2018, Wayne Barringer climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro. It’s a transformative experience that changed his focus on leadership and how to help people at work on their climb to fulfillment and excellence. The lessons he learned on Kilimanjaro helped him transform a very struggling team at Boeing from 52% employee satisfaction to 89% in three years. Since then he helped teams from billion-dollar companies such as Hasbro, Cognizant, UKG, universities such as UW Medicine and Jackson State University, non-profits, small companies, and more. His life’s mission is to guide those who want to achieve more peace, fulfillment and impact at work.
Want to learn more about Wayne Barringer's work at Jaro Group? Check out his website at https://www.jaro.win/wayne@jaro.win

In this advice-filled episode, Wayne Mullins, Founder and Marketing Manager of Ugly Mug Marketing, shares how he is a passionate entrepreneur committed to creating remarkable experiences and building a team at Ugly Mug Marketing that produces extraordinary results for their clients.You will discover:- How to identify the true culture of your organization- The difference between freedom from and freedom to- A simple process for translating your culture into action
Wayne is a husband, father of 4, entrepreneur, Founder of Ugly Mug Marketing, creator of the Freelance Accelerator, and author of Full Circle Marketing. He focuses on helping entrepreneurs build exceptional teams and create high-performance cultures. He is an out-of-the-box, against-the-grain thinker, and it has more than paid off for his company and clients. He leads from the heart and is passionate and unapologetic about doing so. As founder of Ugly Mug Marketing, he has inspired clients from over 100 industries, and his work directly influences more than 250K entrepreneurs annually. 
Want to learn more about Wayne Mullins's work at COMPANY? Check out his website at https://www.uglymugmarketing.com/

In this influential episode, Robert Indries, Chairman of the Board of Robert Indries Holdings, shares how he built an empire of 8 businesses generating 7-figures yearly. You will discover:- Why you shouldn't believe the client is always right and what you can do instead- The distinct advantage entrepreneurs gain from their parents- The power of love to overcome your biggest business challenges.
Robert Indries was born into a modest family in a tiny town in Transylvania, Romania. He spent the first part of his life on farms, caring for livestock and working the land. Traveling allowed him to observe common mistakes and successes in businesses worldwide. He visited 17 countries and spoke in front of thousands of people in 3 languages. Throughout these years, he has also Generated over $500,000,000 in business value for his clients, delivered over 200 projects for clients in 19 different sectors, and consulted over 1,000 professionals to achieve two to ten times higher levels of effectiveness.
Want to learn more about Robert Indries' work at COMPANY? Check out his website at https://robertindries.com/

In this innovative episode, Christine Michaelis, CEO and Founder of Creative Startup Academy, shares how she has helped with her hands-on approach hundreds of individuals validate their business idea and create a successful start-up.You will discover:- How to ensure success of your startup BEFORE YOUR START- The myth about commitment for entrepreneurs- The unfair marketing advantage every small business has available to them
Christine is a Marketing and Creative Start-Up Coach. She founded the Creative Start-Up Academy, is the author of multiple books, and is a public speaker, podcaster, and workshop facilitator. She has more than two decades of experience in the communication industry. She worked in marketing and advertising for more than 12 years before she decided to start her own business supporting start-ups. She works with small businesses and helps them clarify how to market their business. She sees entrepreneurship as a way of life and loves the passion that comes from working in that industry.
Want to learn more about Christine Michaelis' work at Creative Startup Academy? Check out her website at https://www.creativestartupacademy.com/ and connect with her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinethecoach/ 

In this high-performance episode, Aaron Trahan, Founder of Performance Mindset Coaching, shares how he accelerates the paths of the most driven and talented people in the world to tap into their full potential and to never settle for the status quo.You will discover:- What is a performance mindset and how does it differ from a growth mindset- How to conquer complacency without sacrificing contentment- The hallmarks of a leader with a performance mindset
Aaron’s career as a senior-level executive leader spans more than 15 years across corporate and startup environments. As a young and driven emerging leader, Aaron quickly scaled his career to become a senior executive of a billion-dollar, publicly traded company before age 30. His unique ability for growing organizations, driving performance, and helping others reach new levels of success led him to develop a deep passion for leadership & performance coaching. Top 100 Magazine recognized Aaron’s work as a Top 100 Entrepreneur & Innovator. Now, after a career pivot, Aaron is leveraging his extensive leadership background and formal coaching training to launch his performance coaching firm aimed at partnering with executive leaders.
Want to learn more about Aaron Trahan's work at Performance Mindset Coaching? Check out his website at https://performancemindsetcoaching.co/ or connect with him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-trahan-6135909/.

In this ardent episode, Derick Johnson, Owner and Life Coach at Fit with Derick, shares how he helps his clients break old patterns to thrive and not just survive in their professional and personal lives.You will discover:- How to exercise for success (not just a six-pack)- The cost of not being present for your own life- One simple step to get your physical and mental health goals back on track
Derick Johnson is a US Army Veteran, Life Coach, and Trainer who has helped over 500 clients and 50 companies go from just surviving to thriving through his coaching modalities and marketing efforts. Derick was awarded Soldier of the Year for his battalion 3x. He used his leadership skills, certifications, and life experiences to help people take control of their minds and bodies. Working with him is like nothing his clients have experienced before. He consistently offers the proven guidance, support, and accountability he will provide his clients to accelerate their success.
Want to learn more about Derick Johnson's work at Fit With Derick? Check out his website at https://fitwithderick.com/optin.