Explore every episode of the podcast Firsthand with Maneesh Sharma

Growth is usually treated as proof that a business is succeeding. Revenue rises, customers increase and the numbers appear impressive. But growth can also weaken a company quietly, long before the damage becomes visible. In Episode 1 of Firsthand with Maneesh Sharma, I examine the three numbers every leader must understand together: revenue, margin and cash. Why can a growing company still run out of money? How can rising sales conceal declining profitability? And why does working capital become increasingly dangerous as a business scales? Drawing on firsthand operating experience, this episode explains how growth places pressure on margins, cash flow, execution and leadership—and why the numbers that look strongest can sometimes hide the greatest risk. Firsthand with Maneesh Sharma explores business, leadership, AI, technology and the lessons that shape how we live and work. Subscribe for new conversations, perspectives and practical insights. #BusinessGrowth #CashFlow #Leadership © Firsthand with Maneesh Sharma. All rights reserved.