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Business on a Beanbag episode description:

How hard actually is it to own a business?

Join your hosts Adam Baskill and Tom Bates as they dive into the vibrant business mind of Adam Callow CCO of The Growth Foundation.

Adam C has a wealth of experience starting businesses, growing businesses and helping entrepreneurs to reach their full potential.

Making mistakes, no matter how catastrophically big, is absolutely fine as long as you learn from them. We also discuss how important it is to be brutally honest with not only yourself, but your employees and stakeholders.

Episode Overview:

In this engaging episode, Adam catches up with Sam Wilcox. Beyond the warmth and casual banter lies a profound conversation about personal growth, business reevaluation, and the quest for simplicity.

Sam shares his rollercoaster journey through the entrepreneurial landscape, from expanding a business to embracing minimalism in work and life.

This episode isn't just a catch-up between friends; it's a deep dive into the lessons learned from confronting ego, the allure of public validation, and the ultimate realisation that sometimes, less truly is more.

Key Takeaways:

• The Ego Trap: Sam discusses the challenging decisions he faced as he scaled back his business, addressing how ego and public perception influenced his journey.
• Simplicity and Satisfaction: The conversation turns to the beauty of simplicity—both in business operations and personal aspirations.
• Vulnerability in Public: Sam reflects on the double-edged sword of "building in public" and the pressures of sharing only the wins.
• The Power of Pause: Taking a break allowed Sam to reassess his goals and rediscover his passions, emphasising the importance of space and curiosity in personal growth.
• Looking Forward: The dialogue wraps up with thoughts on future aspirations, underpinned by a newfound appreciation for the present moment and the small, fulfilling aspects of daily life.

Recommendation: This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of professional and personal aspirations. Sam's journey reminds us of the power of stepping back, reassessing our paths, and finding joy in simplicity.

** We take a transcript of the show and get AI to write our show notes - let us know what you think of them **

Welcome to another insightful episode of our podcast, where we dove into a plethora of topics, each as intriguing as the last.

Topic 1: Navigating Hiring Challenges in Practical Industries

Tommy kicked off the discussion by shedding light on the hurdles he faces in recruiting for his physically demanding removals company. We explored the possibilities and pitfalls of employing agency staff, discussing the often-encountered issues around employee commitment and care. Our conversation navigated through rising living costs and its potential impact on employee retention, before touching on the interesting concept of 'pulling value forward'. We proposed the idea of initially compensating employees beyond their worth, aiming to provide a glimpse of the future rewards and thus, enhancing employee retention.

Topic 2: The Art of Personal Branding

The concept of personal branding took centre stage next, with Sam elucidating its essence - crafting a brand that resonates with your personal interests and values. Tommy shared his experience of how he has leveraged a newsletter to cultivate a community that aligns with his core beliefs, not just his business operations. We all agreed on the importance of consistency, delivering value, and the necessity of clear, articulate goals in personal branding.

Topic 3: The Implications of Rising Interest Rates

The episode took a financially oriented turn as Harry initiated a discourse on the potential impacts of increasing interest rates on businesses and consumers. We looked at the adjustments businesses might need to implement, with Adam suggesting that efficiency and lean operation could be key. Tommy provided real-life context by discussing the impact of rising rates on the housing market and the implications for his removals business.

Topic 4: Instagram's New Kid on the Block - Threads

Finally, we discussed Instagram's newest feature, Threads, deemed by Sam as Instagram's answer to Twitter. While the potential benefits and pitfalls of this new platform were analysed, Tommy expressed concerns about yet another digital distraction. We concluded that although exploration of new platforms can be beneficial, it's crucial to remain focused on the platforms that serve your unique needs and objectives best.

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Today Adam shares the new company values he's implementing in to the company and the reasons why.

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Today we talk about the recent Q1 Expert Trades offsite to view the teams OKRs and cement the new company values in the team.

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Today Harrison takes a look back at 2019 thanks to some more great questions submitted by friend of the show, Steven May.
The book Harrison couldn't remember is 'How to talk to anyone' which you can find here: https://amzn.to/2tei3LJ
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Today Adam takes a look back at 2019 thanks to some great questions submitted by friend of the show, Steven May. 

Why don’t you join our community of likeminded entrepreneurs. Join the Business Startup Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessstartupclub

Have a question you want answering on the show? Email us at: startupdiary@nbs.fm

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Simple Pop filters: https://amzn.to/3arhONJ
XLR Cables: https://amzn.to/2UpMVDs
SD Card: https://amzn.to/2UFCzhQ

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This episode is a repeat of episode 274 'I hope this helps someone'.

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Simple Pop filters: https://amzn.to/3arhONJ
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SD Card: https://amzn.to/2UFCzhQ

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We're joined by Sam Wilcox from Tribecto Automation discussing the platforms available and what we used for Expert Trades Academy. 

Check out sam and his business over at tribecto.com 

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Simple Pop filters: https://amzn.to/3arhONJ
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SD Card: https://amzn.to/2UFCzhQ

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Hey guys - truly not sure what Harry normally puts in the show notes (he does so much work to get this show live...if you ever read this H...I appreciate you brother) so not sure what to put here.

I was out walking the dog thinking, so I thought I would think out loud. Simple as that really.

Love your feedback. Hit me up at startupdiary@nbs.fm - speak soon.

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