ScaleX™ Insider Podcast

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider podcast, Brendan McGurgan sits down with Rasmus Hougaard — founder and CEO of Potential Project, Thinkers 50-nominated leadership expert, and author of Compassionate Leadership: How to Do Hard Things in a Human Way and More Human: How the Power of AI Can Transform the Way You Lead (Harvard Business Review Press, 2025). Rasmus joins the show to explore what it truly means to scale leadership with purpose, why human qualities are more important than technical skills in the age of AI, and how leaders can intentionally use technology to become more aware, wise, and compassionate. We dive deep into: What scaling leadership with purpose really means in 2025 Why 24% of today's leaders are unqualified for future challenges without developing awareness, wisdom, and compassion How AI can be leveraged as a tool to amplify human qualities, not replace them Practical strategies for training AI to reflect your values, guide decision-making, and act as a "360° coach" How curiosity, deep questioning, and a beginner's mind enhance wisdom and leadership impact The importance of slowing down through meditation, reflection, and breathwork to lead effectively Rasmus also shares powerful examples of leaders using AI to strengthen human connection, challenge biases, and make more intentional, impactful decisions. 👉 Tune in to hear how purpose, human qualities, and intentional AI use can transform the way you lead people, organizations, and yourself. 📌 Connect with Rasmus Hougaard: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasmushougaard Books: More Human: How the Power of AI Can Transform the Way You Lead Compassionate Leadership: How to Do Hard Things in a Human Way. Ras The Mind of the Leader: How to Lead Yourself, Your People, and Your Organization for Extraordinary Results About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast 🧭 About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast: ScaleX™ helps SME leaders scale with purpose using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast shares insights from top entrepreneurs and business thinkers. If you're an SME leader looking for a proven plan to scale, here are two ways to work with us: 👉 Join the Northern Ireland ScaleX Accelerator Programme (2026) For CEOs, founders & MDs of SMEs (£2m–30m revenue) ready to scale leadership, teams, and value. Join the waitlist: https://scalexaccelerator.simplescaling.com/ 👉 Join ScaleX Elevate (£750k–2m businesses) A digital learning community with weekly training, support, and expert sessions — designed to give you a roadmap to 2x your revenue and talent within 2 years. Register your interest: https://scalexinsights.simplescaling.com/elevate #LeadershipImpact #MultipliersMindset #ScaleUpSuccess #SimpleScaling #SMEGrowth #ExecutiveLeadership

_*]:min-w-0"> Money mindset blocks keeping you stuck? One entrepreneur went from $500K plateau to $1 million months by shifting ONE childhood belief. Serial entrepreneur Allison Maslan reveals the journaling work that uncovers hidden money blocks—and why strategy alone will never work if you're sabotaging yourself. _*]:min-w-0"> Kita from Loosely Tea Market was stuck at $500K in revenue. Every strategy failed. Why? A hidden belief from childhood: "Nothing I do will work out." It wasn't conscious—but it was running her entire business. Allison Maslan's journaling work uncovered this self-sabotage pattern (foot on gas, foot on brake), and once Kita shifted to "Anything I set my mind to, I can make happen," everything changed. Within months: $1 million months. The lesson? Those money tapes—"money is evil," "who do you think you are?"—passed down from people we've never met, will run your entire life until you deal with them. _*]:min-w-0"> What you'll discover: _*]:min-w-0"> ✅ Real case study: $500K stuck to $1M months by shifting one belief ✅ Why strategy fails when money mindset sabotages (foot on gas AND brake) ✅ The journaling work that uncovers hidden childhood money blocks ✅ How "nothing will work out" became "I can make anything happen" ✅ Why worthiness issues cap your revenue ceiling ✅ The money tapes running your life: "Money is evil," "Who do you think you are?" ✅ How beliefs from people you've never met control your business ✅ Why shifting mindset unlocks empowerment, happiness, AND wealth _*]:min-w-0"> Key Quotes: _*]:min-w-0"> "She had this belief that no matter what she did, nothing was really going to work out. This came from her childhood—it wasn't reality, but it was a resistance." _*]:min-w-0"> "As long as that belief was there, it didn't matter what strategies she implemented—she was always going to self-sabotage. Foot on the gas and foot on the brake at the same time." _*]:min-w-0"> "Once we helped her shift that belief to 'anything I set my mind to, I can make happen,' she crossed her first million-dollar month. Now she's hitting close to that every single month." _*]:min-w-0"> "Those beliefs—they're tapes that have been passed down from people we've never met. Money is evil, money doesn't grow on trees, who do you think you are? If we don't deal with them, they will run our entire life." _*]:min-w-0"> _*]:min-w-0"> 👉 Ready to uncover your money mindset blocks and scale with confidence? _*]:min-w-0"> The ScaleX™ Accelerator Programme addresses both strategy AND mindset—helping you break through revenue plateaus by addressing the beliefs holding you back. _*]:min-w-0"> Apply now: https://simplescaling.com/scalex-accelerator-programme _*]:min-w-0"> _*]:min-w-0"> About Allison Maslan _*]:min-w-0"> Allison Maslan is a serial entrepreneur (10 companies founded, 4 exited) and founder of Pinnacle Global Network. She combines strategic business frameworks with deep mindset work—including journaling practices that uncover hidden money blocks. Her client Kita (Loosely Tea Market) went from $500K stuck to $1M months by shifting a single childhood belief. Author of Scale or Fail: How to Build Your Dream Team, Explode Your Growth, and Let Your Business Soar. _*]:min-w-0"> Connect with Allison: Website: https://www.pinnacleglobalnetwork.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonmaslan Instagram: @allisonmaslan Book: Scale or Fail _*]:min-w-0"> _*]:min-w-0"> About ScaleX™ and Simple Scaling _*]:min-w-0"> ScaleX™ Insider is brought to you by Simple Scaling—creators of the ScaleX™ Accelerator Programme. A 12-month journey for ambitious SME leaders combining strategy, mindset work, and peer support to break through revenue plateaus. _*]:min-w-0"> 🔗 Learn more: https://simplescaling.com/scalex-accelerator-programme _*]:min-w-0"> _*]:min-w-0"> Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode _*]:min-w-0"> 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleScaling 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/scalex-insider/id1494889789 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0d7ZzJFe6uL3I6wzW3BlFx _*]:min-w-0"> _*]:min-w-0"> #MoneyMindset #500KTo1M #LimitingBeliefs #RevenueBreakthrough #ScalingWithPurpose #SelfSabotage

Imprisoned by your business? Can't see growth opportunities? Serial entrepreneur Allison Maslan explains why even successful founders need outside perspective to scale—and how her father's fashion empire taught her this lesson early. Allison Maslan built 10 companies and exited 4, but she still works with mentors today. Why? Because as she learned from her father—who built the largest privately-owned women's fashion business in 1960s-70s America—you're always limited in your view. In this powerful segment, Brendan McGurgan and Allison explore the "label in the jar" problem: when you're inside your business, you can't see the potential. Most leaders are imprisoned, unable to come up for air. Marshall Goldsmith was right: what got you here won't get you there. The solution? Outside eyes and mastering the art of letting go. What you'll discover: ✅ Why successful entrepreneurs still need mentors (you're limited in your view) ✅ The "label in the jar" metaphor that explains why founders get stuck ✅ How Allison's father built America's largest private women's fashion empire ✅ Why going store-to-store as a child beat business school ✅ Marshall Goldsmith's truth: "What got you here won't get you there" ✅ Why we cling to what we know (creatures of habit seeking security) ✅ The "run and gun" hustler phase that gets you started but blocks scale ✅ Why letting go is the hardest—and most essential—skill for growth Key Quotes: "I think it's really vital as a business owner to see that you're limited in your view. Why not work with people that have been there and done it?" "You can't see the label when you're inside the jar. So many leaders are imprisoned by their businesses and cannot see the potential." "What got you here won't get you there. We're creatures of habit—we hang on to what we know. It's like our security." "Letting go is probably the hardest thing business owners will ever do. When you can master letting go, then you can make room for the growth." 👉 Ready to get outside perspective and break free? The ScaleX™ Accelerator Programme gives you the mentorship, peer insight, and frameworks to escape being imprisoned by your business. Apply now: https://simplescaling.com/scalex-accelerator-programme About Allison Maslan Allison Maslan is a serial entrepreneur (10 companies founded, 4 exited) and founder of Pinnacle Global Network. Her father built the largest privately-owned women's fashion business in 1960s-70s America—going store to store with him became her business education. Despite decades of success, she still works with mentors because "you're limited in your view." Author of Scale or Fail: How to Build Your Dream Team, Explode Your Growth, and Let Your Business Soar. Connect with Allison: Website: https://www.pinnacleglobalnetwork.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonmaslan Instagram: @allisonmaslan Book: Scale or Fail About ScaleX™ and Simple Scaling ScaleX™ Insider is brought to you by Simple Scaling—creators of the ScaleX™ Accelerator Programme. A 12-month journey for ambitious SME leaders who want outside perspective, expert mentorship, and proven frameworks to scale with purpose. 🔗 Learn more: https://simplescaling.com/scalex-accelerator-programme Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleScaling 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/scalex-insider/id1494889789 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0d7ZzJFe6uL3I6wzW3BlFx #ImprisonedByBusiness #OutsidePerspective #MentorshipMatters #LabelInTheJar #ScalingWithPurpose #SMEGrowth

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider podcast, Brendan McGurgan sits down with Allison Maslan — CEO and founder of Pinnacle Global Network, WSJ Best-Selling Author of Scale or Fail, and a serial entrepreneur who has scaled 10 companies since the age of 19. Alison has been recognised by Forbes as one of the Top 10 Women to Watch and is a regular contributor to Entrepreneur Magazine, with features in Success, Inc., Fortune, Fast Company, and Forbes. She has also appeared as an expert on ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, and Fox. Allison joins the show to explore what it truly means to scale a business with purpose, the mindset shifts leaders need to grow without burning out, and the practical strategies that allow entrepreneurs to expand impactfully while staying aligned with their vision. We dive deep into: What scaling with purpose really means in 2025 How leaders unintentionally hold themselves back and the mindset shifts required for growth Vision crafting: how to create a clear, inspiring roadmap that drives action Why letting go and empowering your team is critical to scaling Cash flow and financial organisation as the backbone of sustainable growth Building aligned leadership teams and fostering a culture of accountability How operational excellence, product development, and service leadership drive retention and long-term success Allison also shares powerful client success stories, including leaders who transformed their companies and scaled exponentially by implementing her methodology, showing that scaling is both achievable and strategic. 👉 Tune in to hear how purpose, vision, and empowered teams can fuel exponential growth while creating freedom and impact in your business. 📌 Connect with Allison Maslan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonmaslan/ Book: Scale or Fail – https://pinnacleglobalnetwork.com/book/ Podcast: The SCALEit Method | Women Who Own It About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast 🧭 About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast: ScaleX™ helps SME leaders scale with purpose using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast shares insights from top entrepreneurs and business thinkers. If you're an SME leader looking for a proven plan to scale, here are two ways to work with us: 👉 Join the Northern Ireland ScaleX Accelerator Programme (2026) For CEOs, founders & MDs of SMEs (£2m–30m revenue) ready to scale leadership, teams, and value. Join the waitlist: https://scalexaccelerator.simplescaling.com/ 👉 Join ScaleX Elevate (£750k–2m businesses) A digital learning community with weekly training, support, and expert sessions — designed to give you a roadmap to 2x your revenue and talent within 2 years. Register your interest: https://scalexinsights.simplescaling.com/elevate #LeadershipImpact #MultipliersMindset #ScaleUpSuccess #SimpleScaling #SMEGrowth #ExecutiveLeadership

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider podcast, Brendan McGurgan sits down with Ranjay Gulati — Harvard Business School professor, leadership and organisational growth expert, and author of seven books including Deep Purpose: The Heart and Soul of High-Performance Companies. Ranjay joins the show to explore what it truly means to scale with purpose, how leaders can cultivate courage in themselves and others, and the principles that allow businesses to grow rapidly while retaining culture, innovation, and impact. We dive deep into: What scaling with purpose really means in 2025 How identity, mindset, and self-narratives determine whether a business can thrive The role of courage and confidence in leading through uncertainty Lessons from top-performing companies on balancing growth, culture, and long-term vision How leaders can build resilient organisations while activating purpose-driven teams Why ambition alone isn't enough — and how ideals fuel sustainable growth Ranjay also shares his insights from decades of research, his interviews with entrepreneurs, and practical examples from business, sports, and real-life courageous acts to illustrate how leaders can navigate fear and uncertainty while driving transformation. 👉 Tune in to hear how purpose and courage can become the twin engines for scaling your business with impact. 📌 Connect with Ranjay Gulati: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ranjay-gulati/ Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001ITX0NG About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast 🧭 About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast: ScaleX™ helps SME leaders scale with purpose using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast shares insights from top entrepreneurs and business thinkers. If you're an SME leader looking for a proven plan to scale, here are two ways to work with us: 👉 Join the Northern Ireland ScaleX Accelerator Programme (2026) For CEOs, founders & MDs of SMEs (£2m–30m revenue) ready to scale leadership, teams, and value. Join the waitlist: https://scalexaccelerator.simplescaling.com/ 👉 Join ScaleX Elevate (£750k–2m businesses) A digital learning community with weekly training, support, and expert sessions — designed to give you a roadmap to 2x your revenue and talent within 2 years. Register your interest: https://scalexinsights.simplescaling.com/elevate #LeadershipImpact #MultipliersMindset #ScaleUpSuccess #SimpleScaling #SMEGrowth #ExecutiveLeadership

Scaling with purpose, leadership under pressure, and building a global SaaS platform from Belfast—Liam McStravick shares the raw truth about entrepreneurship in this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider podcast. Liam McStravick, Co-Founder and CEO of TeamFeePay, has founded seven businesses, remortgaged his house to fund his vision, and scaled from £1M to £5M ARR while growing his team from 20 to 70 people. In this conversation with host Brendan McGurgan, Liam reveals the pivotal moments that shaped his entrepreneurial journey—from collecting cash on football pitches to building Europe's fastest-growing grassroots football platform. In this episode you'll discover: - What scaling with purpose really means—and how it became Liam's decision-making framework - The three catalysts that sparked TeamFeePay (including a holiday revelation and a $54M startup exit story) - Why Liam remortgaged his house to extend his runway—and the conviction that kept him going - How leadership must evolve from 20 to 70 people (what got you here won't get you there) - The non-negotiable principle: "We serve at the pleasure of our customers" - Three timeless entrepreneur takeaways: embrace imperfection, prioritise self-care, and surround yourself with people you love - The audacious 2030 vision: £50M revenue, 300 employees, and owning the global grassroots football market Key Quotes: - "Scaling with purpose is figuring out what we stood for and what we stood against—what were absolute must-haves with everything we do as a company." - "Of every 10 customers we were winning, nine were in England and we were doing it from Belfast. - All the early signs were working." "It's always going to feel a little bit broken—and that's okay. It doesn't have to be perfect as long as every day you're taking another step towards that North Star." - "Do it with people you love and care about. The strength in our leadership team isn't about the boardroom—it's about being connected inside and outside work." Ready to scale your SME with purpose? The ScaleX™ Accelerator Programme is now open for applications. It's a 12-month transformational journey designed for ambitious SME leaders who want clarity, capability, and community to scale sustainably. Apply here: https://simplescaling.com/scalex-accelerator-programme About Liam McStravick and TeamFeePay Liam McStravick is the Co-Founder and CEO of TeamFeePay, a SaaS platform supporting grassroots football clubs across the UK and Ireland. An entrepreneur since 2004, Liam has founded seven businesses and is a UEFA A Licensed Coach deeply committed to youth football development and community engagement. TeamFeePay helps clubs streamline operations, collect payments cashlessly, and free up volunteers to focus on developing players and strengthening communities. Connect with Liam: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liammcstravick Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/TeamFeePay Website: https://www.teamfeepay.com About ScaleX™ and Simple Scaling ScaleX™ Insider is brought to you by Simple Scaling, creators of the ScaleX™ Accelerator Programme—a 12-month cohort-based journey designed to inspire, connect, and enable ambitious leaders of SMEs to scale with purpose. Through world-class frameworks, peer learning, and expert mentorship, Simple Scaling helps entrepreneurs achieve clarity, build capability, and create lasting impact. Learn more: https://simplescaling.com/scalex-accelerator-programme Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode Get weekly insights from world-class entrepreneurs and business leaders scaling with purpose. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleScaling Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/scalex-insider/id1494889789 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0d7ZzJFe6uL3I6wzW3BlFx Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Liam McStravick and TeamFeePay 08:30 – What scaling with purpose means to Liam 15:45 – Growing up in North Belfast and learning entrepreneurship 23:20 – Six businesses before TeamFeePay: learning about leverage 32:10 – The three catalysts that sparked the idea 42:15 – Remortgaging the house and going all in 51:30 – From 20 to 70 people: evolving leadership and culture 1:02:45 – The ScaleX™ Accelerator Programme experience 1:12:20 – Three timeless takeaways for entrepreneurs 1:18:30 – The vision for 2030: owning the global market #ScalingWithPurpose #ScaleXPodcast #LeadershipValues #EntrepreneurInsights #SMEGrowth #BusinessScaling

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider podcast, Brendan McGurgan is joined by Kim Scott — bestselling author of Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity and Radical Respect: How to Work Together Better. Kim is also the co-founder of Radical Candor, a company helping leaders worldwide put her frameworks into practice. Previously a CEO coach at Dropbox, Qualtrics, Twitter, and other tech giants, Kim has also been a faculty member at Apple University and held leadership roles at Google. Beyond tech, her eclectic career includes managing a pediatric clinic in Kosovo and launching a diamond-cutting factory in Moscow. Together, Brendan and Kim dive into: Why Radical Candor is the ultimate leadership framework for scaling companies How to avoid the traps of obnoxious aggression and ruinous empathy Practical ways SME leaders can build a culture of feedback while under pressure Why staying centred as a leader matters more than any management technique How to design your personal "recipe" for resilience and focus The power of soliciting feedback before giving it — and the right questions to ask Why empathy and accountability go hand-in-hand in high-growth environments Kim also shares stories from her time coaching leaders at some of the world's fastest-growing companies, the lessons she's learned about feedback and respect, and practical steps you can implement immediately to transform your leadership and culture. 👉 Learn more about Kim's work at RadicalCandor.com and explore her books Radical Candor and Radical Respect to take your leadership to the next level. Connect with Kim: LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/kimm4/ 📈 About Simple Scaling: Simple Scaling helps SME leaders achieve exponential growth through expert coaching, masterclasses, and peer communities. Website: https://simplescaling.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/simple-scaling Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simple_scaling Email: mailto:hello@simplescaling.com About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast 🧭 About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast: ScaleX™ helps SME leaders scale with purpose using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast shares insights from top entrepreneurs and business thinkers. If you're an SME leader looking for a proven plan to scale, here are two ways to work with us: 👉 Join the Northern Ireland ScaleX Accelerator Programme (2026) For CEOs, founders & MDs of SMEs (£2m–30m revenue) ready to scale leadership, teams, and value. Join the waitlist: https://scalexaccelerator.simplescaling.com/ 👉 Join ScaleX Elevate (£750k–2m businesses) A digital learning community with weekly training, support, and expert sessions — designed to give you a roadmap to 2x your revenue and talent within 2 years. Register your interest: https://scalexinsights.simplescaling.com/elevate #LeadershipImpact #MultipliersMindset #ScaleUpSuccess #SimpleScaling #SMEGrowth #ExecutiveLeadership

Scaling with Purpose: Adam Coffey on Private Equity, Empire Building & SME Growth. In this ScaleX Insider podcast, host Brendan McGurgan sits down with bestselling author, entrepreneur, and private equity expert Adam Coffey to uncover the playbook for scaling SMEs with purpose. From buy-and-build strategies to unit-level economics, Adam shares timeless takeaways on wealth creation, private equity partnerships, and building empires that last. In this episode, you'll learn: Why scaling with purpose is critical for SMEs. The truth about private equity — and how SME leaders can leverage it. Buy-and-build explained in plain English. The importance of unit-level economics (the 30-20-10 rule). How to avoid the arrogance of success and shift from control freak to conductor. Creating generational wealth through multiple exits, not just one. Adam's daily non-negotiables for energy, strategy, and family. Three timeless takeaways for entrepreneurs: focus on needs not wants, build recurring revenue, and always have a destination in mind. Adam's passion, energy, and clarity turn the complex world of private equity into a simple, practical masterclass for ambitious SME leaders ready to scale with purpose. 🔗 Connect with Adam Coffey LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcoffeyceo Website: https://adamcoffey.com Seminars & Peer Groups: https://adamecoffey.com 🔗 Connect with ScaleX™ Insider & Simple Scaling Learn more about the ScaleX™ Accelerator Programme: https://simplescaling.com/scalex-accelerator-programme Simple Scaling Website: https://simplescaling.com Contact Simple Scaling: https://simplescaling.com/contact Subscribe to the ScaleX Insider podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleScaling Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/scalex-insider/id1494889789 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0d7ZzJFe6uL3I6wzW3BlFx

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider podcast, Brendan McGurgan sits down once again with Claire Colvin — business partner, leadership strategist, and expert in scaling people-centred businesses. As Season 17 comes to a close, Claire reflects on the most powerful themes, insights, and lessons from the season, highlighting what truly drives leaders to scale with purpose. With extensive experience supporting high-growth companies and SME leaders, Claire shares her reflections on leadership, culture, values, and the practical frameworks that enable teams and businesses to thrive. We dive deep into: ✅ Multipliers vs. Diminishers – How leaders can unlock 100%+ of their team's potential and avoid diminishing behaviours ✅ Giving Teams Permission – Creating safe spaces for feedback and accountability ✅ AI as a Challenger – Using AI to test assumptions, poke holes, and evaluate ideas effectively ✅ Commitment vs. Interest – The difference between casually showing up and fully committing to your growth and goals ✅ Scaling with Purpose – Why the journey transforms the leader as much as the business, and how purpose drives lasting impact ✅ Values & Behaviours in Action – Understanding personal and organisational values, and how they shape decisions and culture ✅ Reframing Control – From "letting go" to "inviting the village in" to support growth Claire also shares personal reflections on lifelong learning, testing herself through challenges, and the importance of curiosity, resilience, and ambition in scaling businesses. 📌 Connect with Claire Colvin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-colvin-586a162b 📈 About Simple Scaling: Simple Scaling helps SME leaders achieve exponential growth through expert coaching, masterclasses, and peer communities. Website: https://simplescaling.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/simple-scaling Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simple_scaling Email: mailto:hello@simplescaling.com About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast 🧭 About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast: ScaleX™ helps SME leaders scale with purpose using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast shares insights from top entrepreneurs and business thinkers. If you're an SME leader looking for a proven plan to scale, here are two ways to work with us: 👉 Join the Northern Ireland ScaleX Accelerator Programme (2026) For CEOs, founders & MDs of SMEs (£2m–30m revenue) ready to scale leadership, teams, and value. Join the waitlist: https://scalexaccelerator.simplescaling.com/ 👉 Join ScaleX Elevate (£750k–2m businesses) A digital learning community with weekly training, support, and expert sessions — designed to give you a roadmap to 2x your revenue and talent within 2 years. Register your interest: https://scalexinsights.simplescaling.com/elevate #LeadershipImpact #MultipliersMindset #ScaleUpSuccess #SimpleScaling #SMEGrowth #ExecutiveLeadership

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider podcast, Brendan McGurgan sits down once again with Nick Bradley — entrepreneur, private equity veteran, and host of Scale Up Your Business. Nick returns to the show to discuss his brand-new book Exit for Millions: The Private Equity Blueprint for Scaling and Selling Your Business for Maximum Value. We dive deep into: What scaling with purpose means in 2025 Why identity and mindset determine whether your business can scale The biggest mistakes founders make when thinking about exits Private equity truths every entrepreneur must understand The Scale to Sale methodology — 5 pillars to maximise value How to build a business that is less dependent on you as the founder Why recurring revenue, strong margins, and predictable growth matter most The difference between being interested in scaling and being truly committed Nick also reveals why he went back into private equity after leaving it disillusioned, how entrepreneurs can leverage M&A to accelerate growth, and why every business owner should prepare for an exit — even if they never plan to sell. 👉 Nick's new book Exit for Millions launches October 1st. Grab your copy to learn how to play the private equity game, scale your business, and achieve a life-changing exit. 📌 Connect with Nick Bradley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realnickbradley Website: https://highvalueexit.com Book: https://books.google.com/books/about/Exit_for_Millions.html?id=6JSL0QEACAAJ About ScaleX™ and Simple Scaling ScaleX™ Insider is brought to you by Simple Scaling, the business behind the ScaleX™ Accelerator Programme — designed to inspire, connect, and enable millions of ambitious SME leaders to scale with purpose. 👉 Learn more about the ScaleX™ Accelerator Programme: https://simplescaling.com/scalex-accelerator-programme 📧 Contact: hello@simplescaling.com 🌐 Website: https://simplescaling.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/simplescaling Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode Stay inspired with weekly insights from world-class leaders. Subscribe to the ScaleX Insider podcast: