Grow A Small Business Podcast

Exciting opportunity for small to medium business owners employing 5-30 team members. Are you ready to learn, grow, and invest in your ongoing development? Don't miss out on our latest podcast featuring a special guest who shares invaluable insights for business success. In this episode, Troy asked Brian Will, the founder of Brian Will based in United States of America, the final five questions: What does Brian think is the most challenging aspect of expanding a small business? You're going to have to check your ego and get out of your own way if you're going to grow because the reality is that if you're growing your first business, you don't know what you're doing. Brian acknowledges that this can be difficult, but he emphasizes the importance of it. And that's why you need a coach and a mentor." Brian's favorite business book is a. Rich Dad, Poor Dad, and b. Blink by Malcolm Gladwell, and c. the E-Myth. Additionally, he emphasizes the value of lifelong learning by encouraging readers to read books and listen to podcasts that can advance their knowledge whether or not they hold a degree. Regarding professional development, Brian finds immense value in listening to positive business podcasts including podcasts by Bradley and Ed Mylett that discuss how to grow, and how to keep yourself out of trouble. Brian suggests an effective tool for small business growth is mastering accounting, getting a good mentor, and a good CRM system. He also has tools that he developed for his business that allow him to track everything inside the restaurant chain. The last thing Brian would tell himself if he could go back in time is to be patient and to keep going no matter how many times he falters since, in the end, there will always be fruit in all hard effort. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey. 👇 Quotes: "You need to be very careful not to put yourself in a position where you can lose everything." —Brian Will "The key to success is asking the right questions." —Brian Will "Pay attention to the numbers in your organization, they are the key to your success or failure." —Brian Will "If you're going to bring a person in, you have to understand that they don't know everything." —Brian Will "You have to use your power and not your force if you want to keep your team on board and keep them happy." —Brian Will

Exciting opportunity for small to medium business owners employing 5-30 team members. Are you ready to learn, grow, and invest in your ongoing development? Don't miss out on our latest podcast featuring a special guest who shares invaluable insights for business success. In this episode, Troy asked Chris Mirabile, the founder of NOVOS based in Melbourne, Australia, the final five questions: What do you think Chris thinks is the most challenging part of growing a small business? According to Chris, the competition in small businesses is the hardest thing to deal with. He therefore places a strong emphasis on the necessity of being quick on your feet, incredibly strategic, and thinking about how you may outpace, outgrow, and finally take first place in the space. Chris' favorite business book is "Blue Ocean Strategy" by Roger Wayne. However, he highlights the significance of discipline, and focusing on the big picture and the nitty gritty, small picture as well, such as being involved in the day-to-day as well. Chris believes that listening to many podcasts that cover a subject or problem you're facing and then seeking highly rated podcasts that have addressed that subject has a significant impact on your professional development. It is frequently good to listen to those and other business owners and learn how they have dealt with problems in order to ignite your creativity for how you will deal with a similar problem. Chris suggests that mastering customer relationship management (CRM) is a useful tool for small business success. Like if you could increase the size of your database of clients and prospects. And after that, you can give those folks extremely useful material, which will help your CRM grow and bring in more money. Finally, if Chris could go back to day one of starting out, he would advise himself to just take it a day at a time, the best way to actually succeed is to not think ahead of all of the challenges and the stressors that might come to you. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey. 👇 ___________________________________________________________________________ Quotes: "Be hyper-focused on the consumer, listen to them, and what they're telling you rather than what you think they want." —Chris Mirabile "Focus on the consumer. And that goes beyond simply the marketing, it goes to the product development." —Chris Mirabile "When things change so rapidly and you have to adapt on the fly, you have to be very agile." —Chris Mirabile "Going through challenges is helpful when you get through it, and you'll end up in a better place." —Chris Mirabile "Even if you have a vision, start with the simplest aspect of that, put it out there, and see how the market responds." —Chris Mirabile __________________________________________________________________________

In this week's Quick Fire Friday (QFF) episode, Michael Denehey interviews Suman Cherry, CEO of the Cherry Talent Group. She's based in Houston, USA. Suman has over 20 years of experience in recruiting and shared valuable insights on streamlining your recruitment process for success. In this podcast, Suman emphasizes the importance of treating your recruitment process as a marketing endeavor. Job descriptions should be clear, concise, and attractive to potential candidates. Don't skimp on resources—invest in platforms like Indeed to reach a wider audience of qualified candidates. Act swiftly when you identify promising candidates, as top talent won't wait around. Suman also highlights the significance of core values in your recruitment process. Your company's values should not only be documented but also lived by leadership and communicated to candidates. These values help attract individuals who align with your company's mission and culture. Moreover, Suman suggests implementing a structured onboarding process to foster trust and build relationships with new hires. Transparency is key throughout the entire process, from initial interviews to salary negotiations. One valuable takeaway from this podcast is the importance of being crystal clear about your hiring needs. Avoid the trap of seeking a "unicorn" candidate and instead have candid conversations with your team about what you truly require. Additionally, research market salaries to offer competitive compensation packages. Ready to dive deeper into this topic? Tune in to this week's podcast episode, where we tackle the importance of business structures and the implications for tax. Link to listen now! Don't miss out on this game-changing insight. 👇 ___________________________________________________________________________ Quotes: "Good candidates are always hard to find." — Suman Cherry. "Hiring the wrong person is a big deal. It's very expensive and very time-consuming, but hiring the right person is the opposite." — Suman Cherry. "People want to feel like when they go into an office, they're not just some transaction." — Suman Cherry. "You need to show a candidate why they want to work for you." — Suman Cherry. __________________________________________________________________________

Exciting opportunity for small to medium business owners employing 5-30 team members. Are you ready to learn, grow, and invest in your ongoing development? Don't miss out on our latest podcast featuring a special guest who shares invaluable insights for business success. In this episode, Troy asked Mike Preston, CEO and Founder of Pink Shark Marketing based in Los Angeles, United States of America, the final five questions: 1. The hardest part of growing a small business? Finding the balance between confidence and humility. It's a journey between the highs and lows, but staying grounded is key. 2. Mike's favorite business book is "How to Win Friends and Influence People." It taught him the value of constructive conversations over debates and arguments. A must-read for all entrepreneurs! 3. Mike recommends watching Patrick Bet-David for business insights. Although it can get political at times, his wisdom is valuable. Check out his book, "Your Next Five Moves." 4. Fiverr is a game-changer for small businesses. It helps you find affordable talent to take care of tasks, freeing you up for strategic growth. 5. Finally, If Mike could go back to day one, he'd tell himself to build a team early on and delegate tasks. Don't be afraid to pass the torch! Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey. 👇 ______________________________________________________________________ Quotes: "Success is more so the everyday kind of approach to your goals and getting to the next point." — Mike Preston. "Continuing to proceed down that timeline with, going after all those things that you want to accomplish." — Mike Preston. "The number one habit would be consistency." — Mike Preston. "Finding that balance of being in between to be able to continue to grow." — Mike Preston. "To not be afraid to pass things to other people and to try to build a team as early as possible." — Mike Preston.

Exciting opportunity for small to medium business owners employing 5-30 team members. Are you ready to learn, grow, and invest in your ongoing development? Don't miss out on our latest podcast featuring a special guest who shares invaluable insights for business success. In this episode, Troy asked Lucy Bloomfield, the founder of Ten Thousand Customers based in Sydney, Australia, the final five questions: What does Lucy believe is the hardest thing when growing a small business? Lucy states that the hardest thing is managing cashflow, but her 17 years of experience in freelancing and various businesses helped her to overcome her weakness and took it from zero to 10,000 customers in 18 months. Lucy's favorite business book is "The Hard Thing About Hard Things" by Ben Horowitz. It talks about how great it is to start a business, but very few are honest about how difficult it is to run one. Sharing the insights gained developing, managing, selling, buying, investing in, and supervising technology companies. Regarding professional development, Lucy finds immense value in listening to the cost cartel where they basically help people who have a set of mastery skills that want to put in a front-end offer one to $3,000 program, how to sell it off the page, lead magnet, all of that stuff. Lucy suggests an effective tool for small business growth is mastering ClickUp, a tool that's good for managing workflow, complex workflow. Definitely 10 out of 10, she added. Finally, if Lucy could go back to day one of starting out, she would advise herself to slow down. Lucy states, "I had really big aspirations and I thought I needed to get them all done yesterday. And the slower I go, not only the more effective and profitable and sustainable it is, but the more I enjoy it, as well." Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey. 👇 ______________________________________________________________________ Quotes: "You've got to have something that's growing fast, and a particular strategy that's working." —Lucy Bloomfield "You mostly need to grow the capacity so that you can grow the sales." —Lucy Bloomfield "Always think about what problem you're trying to solve at the moment and finding the right person that's actually solved the problem that you solved." —Lucy Bloomfield "Hiring to handle growth is a bad idea, you are better off reversing the growth than not." —Lucy Bloomfield "Organizing your business in such a fashion that it can be run by other people is how you properly exit whether you intend to or not" —Lucy Bloomfield

In this week's Quick Fire Friday (QFF) episode, Michael Denehey interviews Matt Galt of EOS Australia, based in Torquay, Victoria. They delve into the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), a toolkit and set of practical disciplines that help businesses achieve their goals. Matt's personal journey with EOS started when he was a CEO facing rapid growth and burnout. His mission was to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses while avoiding the pitfalls he experienced. EOS centers around three core components: Vision, Traction, and Health. Vision ensures the entire leadership team shares a common goal, Traction instills discipline and accountability in the team, and Health focuses on fostering a functional and cohesive team culture. Through EOS, businesses focus on measurable indicators and leading indicators that predict future results. Data becomes crucial for informed decision-making and steering the business toward its goals. The outcomes of working with EOS include not just financial success, but also personal fulfillment. Business owners can regain their passion for their business, see growth, and achieve better work-life balance. However, for this transformation to happen, a willingness to change is crucial. Matt recommends reading "Traction" and "Rocket Fuel" by Gino Wickman, with the order depending on the size of the business. These books provide a foundational understanding of EOS principles, helping entrepreneurs kick-start their journey toward business improvement and personal satisfaction. Ready to dive deeper into this topic? Tune in to this week's podcast episode, where we tackle the importance of business structures and the implications for tax. Link to listen now! Don't miss out on this game-changing insight. 👇 ______________________________________________________________________ Quotes: "Vision without traction is hallucination." — Matt Galt. "Get a grip on the business." — Matt Galt. "Change your mindset." — Matt Galt.

Exciting opportunity for small to medium business owners employing 5-30 team members. Are you ready to learn, grow, and invest in your ongoing development? Don't miss out on our latest podcast featuring a special guest who shares invaluable insights for business success. In this episode, Troy asked Matt Davis, CEO and Owner of Davis Business Law based in Oklahoma City in the United States, the final five questions: 1. According to Matt Davis, the most challenging part of growing a small business is deciphering the key metrics and variables that drive success. It's crucial to identify and understand these metrics to ensure your business's growth strategy aligns with its unique needs and objectives. Embrace the constant learning process and the occasional need to adjust your approach. 2. Matt's recommended business books include "E-Myth," "Great by Choice," and "Scaling Up." These books offer valuable insights into various aspects of business growth, leadership, and scaling strategies. 3. Matt suggests focusing on immersive learning rather than podcasts, as it allows for deeper understanding and note-taking. Dive into tools and resources that demand serious attention, contributing to your skill enhancement and business growth. 4. The recommended tool for small business growth is "Scaling Up." This resource provides practical frameworks and strategies to facilitate growth, covering areas such as strategy execution, people management, and operational excellence. 5.If Matt could go back to day one of starting his business, he'd share the wisdom that genuine success takes time. Despite common expectations, it often takes around five to seven years to establish a business that feels truly successful. Embrace the journey and the learning curve. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey. 👇 ____________________________________________________________________________ Quotes: "Success is partly financial." — Matt Davis. "At the end of the day, we're plumbers pushing paper, people are hiring us to create practical solutions to their problems." — Matt Davis. "There are two ways to make good money in business: stay really small and tight or get big, because the middle stinks." — Matt Davis. "You do the hard things. And that's what makes you successful." — Matt Davis. "To figure out who you are, and show some leg and put it out there. And first things first, figure out what your core values are." — Matt Davis.

Exciting opportunity for small to medium business owners employing 5-30 team members. Are you ready to learn, grow, and invest in your ongoing development? Don't miss out on our latest podcast featuring a special guest who shares invaluable insights for business success. In this episode, Troy asked Peter Mann, the founder of Oransi based in Blacksburg, USA, the final five questions: What does Peter believe is the hardest thing when growing a small business? Smaller firms frequently lack resources like money, a team, and brand names with instant credibility and trust. Peter emphasizes how crucial it is to research the market and understand what your company's product or service is because, as a small business, you may not be well known. Peter's favorite business book is "This is Marketing" by Seth Godin. He also listened to How I Built This with Guy Raz. He talks with type of bigger business individuals to get their story asks questions and gets the essence of what the path was for a person in establishing their firm. Peter finds reading and watching keynotes to be of utmost significance in terms of professional development. He focuses a lot of his time and energy on the marketing side of things because that is where his interests lie. Peter suggests an effective tool for small business growth is mastering communication and coordination. And so Slack is one that they use just to help remote people communicate really well together, as well as the folks at their office. Finally, if Peter could go back to day one of starting out, he would advise himself to bear no fear. He also shared that it feels like in your 20s you have 50 years to work and you don't have to crush it on day one. Because it's a long process and it takes longer and costs more than you think to get there. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey. 👇 ___________________________________________________________________________ Quotes: "Understand your unique selling proposition why should somebody buy from you and what makes you different." —Peter Mann "Sometimes it's appealing to jump into something that looks great. But if you don't really know it, you don't know what you're getting into." —Peter Mann "Being able to adapt and learn is the biggest thing, especially if you're coming from a big organization." —Peter Mann "Regularly checking in on people and understanding the business and your numbers is important." —Peter Mann "Be eager to hire a person in a position rather than getting the right person." —Peter Mann

In this week's Quick Fire Friday (QFF) episode, Rob Cameron interviews Troy Trewin, founder of Grow A Small Business, to discuss the Business Transformation Program designed for small business owners like you. Troy highlights the program's purpose: helping small business owners achieve the desired lifestyle they signed up for. Having both navigated the challenges of entrepreneurship, Rob and Troy understand the hardships of growth at different stages. Two key pillars emerge for successful growth: effective leadership and management, and strategic marketing. Troy stresses that a testing mindset combined with data-driven decisions is crucial for mastering the marketing landscape. The podcast evolves into discussing the inception of the program. Troy explains that it stems from hands-on experience with clients, aiming to create a supportive ecosystem that caters to the unique struggles of small business owners. Diving deeper into the program's structure, Troy unveils its three core methods: one-on-one weekly sessions, online courses, and monthly group coaching. These approaches blend personalized coaching with online resources for maximum impact. The Business Transformation Program offers a 90-day intensive experience for groups of eight small business owners. Troy's emphasis on accountability, camaraderie, and gradual professional development resonates. Participants receive daily emails guiding their engagement with course materials, underpinning the habit of dedicating time to growth. The structured program spans three phases: growth, growing your team, and ultimately, growing your small business. Troy emphasizes that the program caters to owners with 5 to 30 team members, as they benefit most from its leadership and management focus. The challenges addressed span people strategy, marketing, capital, and systems optimization. Closing the podcast, Troy provides actionable steps for interested business owners: explore the program on the website, schedule a 20-minute growth chat with Troy, and sign up for the "Transform Your Performance" free online course. Rob commends the program's comprehensive and actionable approach, aligning with the podcast's mission to aid small business owners in enhancing their ventures. Follow the podcast for more insights and growth strategies. Ready to dive deeper into this topic? Tune in to this week's podcast episode, where we tackle the importance of business structures and the tax implications. Link to listen now! Don't miss out on this game-changing insight. 👇 ___________________________________________________________________________ Quotes: "The number one reason is to help small business owners live a lifestyle they signed up for." — Troy Trewin. "If you become an effective leader and a kickass manager, your business is more profitable and productive and everyone is more focused and happier." — Troy Trewin. "Think about getting effective and efficient at the same time." — Troy Trewin. "It's called The Business Transformation Program because that's what will happen over 90 days." — Troy Trewin. "These benefits are substantial. By the end of the 90-Day Program, participants will not only have gained valuable insights, but they'll definitely have a network of business owners to lean on for ongoing support." — Troy Trewin.

Exciting opportunity for small to medium business owners employing 5-30 team members. Are you ready to learn, grow, and invest in your ongoing development? Don't miss out on our latest podcast featuring a special guest who shares invaluable insights for business success. In this episode, Troy asked Susannah George, Founder of Urban List based in Brisbane, Australia, the final five questions: Susannah acknowledges that the hardest part of growing a small business lies in "getting the right people in the right seats." She emphasizes the need to recognize that the right team members today might not align with the business's future goals. Susannah draws inspiration from "Traction," authored by Gino Wickman. She highlights Wickman's concept of GWC—Get it, Want it, Capability to do it—as a valuable framework for ensuring the right people are in the right roles. While Susannah doesn't stick to specific tools religiously, she actively seeks out podcasts and online content that resonate with her current experiences and learning objectives, enabling continuous growth. According to Susannah, the essential tools for small business growth include coaching and self-awareness. These elements facilitate strategic decision-making and personal development. Finally, Susannah's advice to her past self upon embarking on her entrepreneurial journey 11 years ago is to "trust yourself, live bravely, and fall in love with possibility." This empowering mindset has played a pivotal role in her success. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey. 👇 ____________________________________________________________________________ Quotes: "Success is being able to be truly present with and connected with the children and also running hard at work and achieving all that is to be achieved there." — Susannah George. "Really know your customer, and really know what problem you're solving for them." — Susannah George. "Step up and be the leader that they need you to be." — Susannah George. "Getting the right people in the right seats, and acknowledging that the right people today may not be the right people for where you're going." — Susannah George. "Trust yourself. Live bravely and fall in love with possibility." — Susannah George.