7-minute Scaling Secrets: Recent Episodes
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7-minute Scaling Secrets covers business lessons from real entrepreneur guests, with your host, Alvin Poh, an entrepreneur who had a $30 million exit. Find out how to Super Scale your business with the latest business growth advice and tactics so that you can build the business of your dreams.
In this episode, we will be discussing how to overcome ageism in business and become a successful communication coach. Our guest, Brenden Kumarasamy, the founder of MasterTalk, shares his journey and provides insights on how to become a competent public speaker, how to provide value to customers, and how to achieve work-life balance.
We will also be discussing target marketing strategies, customer satisfaction, and how to get clients for your business. Brenden shares his personal experience of starting his business, coaching other students on communication, and how he found his niche in coaching executives and CEOs. He also shares his unique approach to acquiring clients through word-of-mouth referrals and outbound DM strategies on LinkedIn. Tune in to this episode to learn how to start your entrepreneurial journey and become a successful communication coach.
Connect with Brenden Kumarasamy:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MasterTalksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/masteryourtalk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendenkumarasamy/FREE Communication Workshop: https://www.rockstarcommunicator.com/
Is explosive growth in the traditional industry still possible these days? With the rise of technology, AI, and social media… do businesses like direct mail marketing still work?
Dennis Kelly, the CEO and Co-founder of Postalytics (https://www.postalytics.com/) proves to us that traditional businesses pivoting to explosive growth in this day and age still thrives (Spoiler: if you identify the perfect product market fit!) In this episode, we talk about how his direct mail marketing business pivoted to explosive growth and exactly why and how we did it
Connect with Dennis Kelly:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djkelly1/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisjohnkelly/
Are you an aspiring podcaster looking to start your own show? Have you ever wondered how a podcast achieved millions of downloads and became one of the most successful podcasts in its field? Look no further.
In this podcast, we look into the journey of Omar Zenhom – founder of the $100 MBA Show (https://100mba.net/) & Co-founder of Webinar Ninja – and how his podcast become one of the top podcasts. We explore his tips and tricks on growing a successful podcast, producing content consistently, finding customers’ pain points, and starting a podcast in 2023. Omar also talks about staying motivated, achieving success and dealing with challenges.
Plus, he shares insights on entrepreneurism, content creation hacks and how to use your strengths to create value with your service. This is not just any ordinary podcast – it’s an inspiring journey filled with valuable tips on reaching 3 million downloads & 125k daily listeners!
So tune in now to learn from Omar’s personal story and discover strategies for creating your own successful podcast.
Connect with Omar Zenhom:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omarzenhom/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarzenhom/
Are you struggling with creating a compelling brand story? Do you need help understanding the secrets behind crafting a successful brand story? In this podcast, we are joined by Caspar Francis “Rawk-Star” Rule Breaker (CEO & Founder of Rawspark Group (https://rawsparkgroup.com/)), where we'll be diving into why your current brand story may not be as compelling as it needs to be.
We'll be exploring the basics of brand storytelling - from its history to how successful brands today leverage on it. We'll also discuss how Apple, one of the most renowned companies in the world, began their journey through storytelling. By the end of this episode, you will have a better understanding of what makes a great brand story and how you can craft one that speaks to customers in an emotionally resonant way. So join us for this must-listen episode on Why Your Brand Story Isn't Compelling Enough!
Connect with Francis Caspar:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casparfrancis/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caspar-francis-65734157/
This entrepreneur figured out how to start a fashion business with no experience… and you can, too! In today’s episode, we are joined by a special guest, Donovan Matthews, who runs Bryden Apparel (https://brydenapparel.com/), a fashion brand that supplies D2C startups and businesses. He will talk us through how overcoming business challenges has a lot to do with identifying customer pain points and knowing your customer’s needs.
We also talk about:
- How To Start a Fashion Business With No Experience
- The Difference Between Running B2B vs B2C In Fashion
- The Importance Of Listening To Your Customers
- How Curiosity Leads To Discovery
- How Having A Clear Vision Will Get you Through Hard Times
Connect with Donovan Mathews:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mathcasey/
Looking to get interviews with heavy hitters? Want to know how to network with influencers? In today’s episode, we are joined by the “Celebrity Whisperer” Rayson Choo (Host of the Raygacy Show http://www.raygacy.com/ ) where you'll learn why consistency is key and discover his top tips for getting the most out of your networking efforts.
We also talk about:
• How To Get Interviews With Heavy Hitters • How Rayson Got To Invite Gary Vee To His Podcast • The Importance Of Credibility and Consistency • Making Friends With Robert Kiyosaki • The Importance Of Doubling Up On Your Strengths
Connect with Rayson Choo:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raygacy/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hireraysonchoo
Wondering about how to create a business from passions? Our guest today, Jacinta Lim (Co-founder of Seek Sophie (https://www.seeksophie.com/)) proves to us that it’s possible. Too often, people are held back from pursuing their passions because of unfounded fears about how to make a living from them and misconceptions about marketing something that you’re passionate about. In this video, I dispel some of the most common myths about marketing and turning your passions into a business. After watching this, you'll be inspired to take the plunge and start doing what you love!
Connect with Jacinta Lim:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacinta.lim/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacinta-lim-42a91048/
This episode is the story of how a creative launched a tech platform from scratch in 7 days through trial and error. Today, we have a special guest, Caspar Francis, (CEO & Founder of Rawspark Group (https://rawsparkgroup.com/) ) who is a rockstar rule breaker. Caspar launched Singapore's first-ever Metaverse festival (https://www.takebackthenights.com/) from scratch. This was made possible through overcoming business challenges and making as many mistakes as possible until they succeeded. This is an episode you won’t want to miss.
Connect with Francis Caspar:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casparfrancis/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caspar-francis-65734157/
Esports events organiser and entrepreneur, Jian Ming (Founder/Managing Director of Zenway Productions Pte Ltd) (https://www.zenwayproductions.com/), tells his story of how he transitioned from a professional gamer to an event organiser and the lessons he has learned on the way. In this talk, Jian Ming also shares some tips on how to keep your team motivated and make decisions under pressure.
We also talk about:
- The Importance of Keeping Your Employees Happy
- How This Company Creates Motivated Employees
- Turning A Hobby Into A Business
- How To Become A Good Leader
- This Is Why You Shouldn’t Quit When Times Get Tough
Connect with Lee Jian Ming:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zendenz/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zenden/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zendenz
Are you looking to grow your business with TikTok?
Today, we have a special guest, Xavier Fok who is a passionate entrepreneur, running his own TikTok agency (https://allymediasg.com/), and this is something that's an exciting topic because TikTok is all the rage right now. it's important to note that there is no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to growing a successful TikTok channel. However, there are some key things you can do to help build your brand's reputation and grow your audience on the platform. So if you're looking to take your business' social media presence up a notch, join us!
We also talk about:
- You Don’t Have To Be A Gen Z To Thrive On TikTok
- Why You SHOULDN’T Depend On One Single Platform
- You Have To Know This ONE Fact About The TikTok Algorithm
- How To Get Ahead In Your Business By Learning About This New Paradigm
Connect with Xavier Fok:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xavierfok/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/xavierfok/
Deeptech is on the rise, but what does that mean for your business? If you're an entrepreneur, it's always important to be on the lookout for new opportunities. And one of the best ways to do that is to create a brand-new niche. In this episode, we have a special guest, Lin Fengru who is a passionate entrepreneur, who's running Turtle Tree (https://turtletree.com/). Join us as we explore how to create a brand-new niche in an ever-growing industry.
We also talk about:
- How To Build A Business By Changing Your Perspective
- The Mark Of A True Entrepreneur
- Your Most Important Resource: People
- What Do You Say To A Rude Investor?
- THIS Will Make or Break Your Business
Connect with Lin Fengru:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lfrjoan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fengru/
In order to have people talking about your beer brand, you need to first build brand reputation. In the food and beverage industry, trust is key - so make sure that you're putting out a quality product that consumers can feel confident in. Today, we have a special guest, William Scheffer, who has been a serial entrepreneur and has always been heavily invested and present in the f&b scene, that’s not all! He’s also the Co-Founder/Export Manager of Monte Carlo Beer (https://montecarlobeer.com/).
Fun fact: It’s the first beer approved by the palace and the government of Monaco.
We also talk about:
- Beer So Good Even The Prince of Monaco Drinks It
- How To Have Everyone Talking About Your Beer Brand
- Shifting Trends To Build Up Hype
- How Your Thoughts Shape Your Reality
- Luck Helps, But Hard Work Always Pays Off
Connect with Willliam Scheffer: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willshfr/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-scheffer-06822039/
Follow Monte Carlo Beer on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/montecarlobeer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/montecarlobeer Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/monte-carlo-beer/
If you’re a CEO/founder, I’m sure you’re always looking for ways to disrupt a hyper-competitive industry. In any industry that you might be in, it’s important that you stand out from the rest of your competitors. In today’s episode, we will be joined by Evan Ong (Co-Founder of Knotz SG) (https://www.knotz.sg/) who will be talking about their tactic for hyper-competitive industry by using a customer-centric strategy.
We also talk about:
- The Ultimate Marketing Strategy For Event Planners
- The Power Of Word-Of-Mouth Marketing
- How To Build A Loyal Audience
- A Good Product Will Speak For Itself
- You Simply Have To Tap Into The Right Market
- The Importance Of Diving Deep Into Your Industry Of Choice
Connect with Evan Ong:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jangan.tension/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-ong-67473715/
Knotz's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knotzsg
Running an art business is no joke. They say that artists can't be business people and vice versa, but in reality, you have to be both to be successful. As a creative person starting out a business, this is really the only option. In this podcast, we talk about how essential it is for artists to be have a business mindset too, and how we can overcome the challenges of being both and excel at both art and business.
If you find yourself scratching your head when trying to understand how to run an art business, this podcast is for you! Today, we are chatting with B. Jane Cowie who has been running a successful business as a glass artist (https://www.artglasssolutions.com). She is going to give us some insight into how she navigated the waters of entrepreneurship and shares the lessons she learned along the way.
We also talk about:
- 99% of the Time, The Market Determines What You Sell
- THIS Is What It Takes To Succeed As An Artist
- An Artist’s Advice On How To Succeed In Business
- The Most Essential Thing Before Starting A Business
- The Business Of Art, And The Art Of Business
- How Your Environment Helps You Achieve Your Goals
Connect with B. Jane Cowie:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bjanecowie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/b-jane-cowie-18803b2b/
Let’s talk about the top leadership mistakes founders make. But first, Is your startup facing growing pains? Do you feel like you're constantly putting out fires, and that you're the only one who can do it? If you're feeling overwhelmed and burned out, it's time to take a step back and assess your leadership style. Chances are, you're making a critical mistake that's causing all of these problems: you're trying to do everything yourself.
As a founder, it's natural to want to be involved in every aspect of your business. But as your company grows, you can't possibly do everything on your own. You need to start delegating and empowering your team to take ownership of their work. Otherwise, you'll never be able to scale effectively.
So what's the secret to successful delegation? and what are the qualities of a good leader? In today’s episode of 7 Minute Scaling Secrets. Anna Haotanto (Founder and CEO of The New Savvy) (https://thenewsavvy.com/) and Alan Phua (Chief Everything Officer and Co-Founder of Alchemy Foodtech PTE. LTD.) (https://alchemyfoodtech.com/) talks about their experience that will help you build a strong foundation for growth. These simple but powerful strategies will help you understand what it takes to be an effective leader.
We also talk about:
- Having A Powerful Purpose Will Keep You Going
- What Happens When CEOs Fail To Take Responsibility?
- What It REALLY Takes To Be A CEO
- How We Pivoted Our Business To Keep Everyone Employed During The Covid Pandemic
- What great CEOs do differently to inspire their teams
- How Consistency Leads To Success In Business
- The One Habit You Need To Succeed (And It's Not What You Think)
- The Importance Of Finding Your Tribe As An Entrepreneur
Connect with Anna Haotanto:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annahaotanto/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annahaotanto/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annavanessaa
Connect with Alan Phua: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alanphua/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-phua/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alanphua83
The most important habit to scale businesses is not what you think. Nope, it’s not working harder or working longer hours… in fact, it’s the opposite. The most important habit you should start working on today is getting a good night’s sleep. In this episode, Dr. Amiya Patanaik (CEO and Co-founder of Neurobit Technologies) (https://www.neurobit.com/) will be joining us as he talks about the mind blowing correlation between the benefits of good sleep, disease, and productivity.
We also talk about:
- How this company is changing the world, one good night’s sleep at a time…
- How to be a CEO of all trades
- The importance of delayed gratification in building meaningful businesses..
- How to use your discomfort for growth
- The #1 advice for deep tech company founders
Connect with Dr. Amiya Patanaik:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amiyapatanaik/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amiya/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aptnk
Mimicking apple’s success might not be the best idea! As a business owner, when you look at big brands like Apple… you might think: I want to be like that!
Here’s an unpopular opinion: It might even kill your business. Find out how to increase brand awareness the right way why by watching today’s episode. We have a special guest, Daryl Koh (Founder of Hoseiki) (https://hoseiki.com/) who will be talking all about how he built a successful business amidst the pandemic, his greatest marketing lessons, and how to apply all this to your own business.
We’ll also be talking about:
- How to create a UNIQUE product for an existing market
- Marketing will not save your business
- You don’t have to compete with the big leagues to win
- How to work smart and win at the level you are at
- How to avoid analysis paralysis as a business owner
Connect with Daryl Koh:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_darylkoh/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daryl-koh-863224154/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daryl.twomensocial
Trying to determine unique selling points for your business? Watch on! The most important stage of the business journey is when you are figuring out what your business can do for the customer that nobody else can.
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Lydia Lim (Founder of Luxequisite) (https://www.luxequisite.com) not to mention a leader in the upcycling business…she has grown her business tremendously in the past years through failing fast (and learning fast) and will be teaching us all about how to do the same for your own business.
We’ll also be talking about:
- How You Can Shift Your Business To Adapt With The Times
- The World Is Moving Forward, So Should Your Business
- The Importance Of Marketing Your Product The RIGHT
- FACT OR MYTH: It Takes A Little Bit Of Delusion To Become An Entrepreneur
- Two Entrepreneurial Habits You Need To Adapt
- Why Being Kind To Yourself Is So Important As An Entrepreneur
Connect with Lydia Lim:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lydiamadelinelim/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lydia-lim-luxequisite/
Running digital marketing campaigns are absolutely necessary for running a 6/7 figure business. But it can also be a pain in the ass… in today’s podcast, Gabriel Wong (CEO of Ascend Marketing) (https://www.ascendsecrets.com/) will be with us to speak about how their exclusive 5-step framework continues attracting and retaining customers time and time again.
We also talk about:
- How NOT To Bring in New Leads For Your 6/7 Figure Business
- What to expect when you start SCALING your business
- Why customer-centricity is so important in running a 6/7 figure business
- The BEST way to get to know your target market
- Why it’s so important to learn COPYWRITING as a business owner
- A billionaire’s advice for 6/7 figure business owners
Connect with Gabriel Wong:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heygabrielwong/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gabriel.lifestyle Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriel-wong-778bb5112/
If you’re wondering about how to get more customers, and are drowning in the countless misconceptions about marketing—this episode is for you. It’s no secret that running a business means having to survive in a competitive market. There are thousands of businesses out there and only a few can survive.
One way to stand out from the competition is by having good marketing. Learn more about how to get more leads and sales with good marketing in todays episode. We are joined by Jim Ng (Founder, General Manager of BestSEO Singapore) ( https://www.bestseo.sg/ ) where we talk about How To Get More Leads, Customers, and Sales Than Your Team Can Possibly Handle.
We also talk about:
- The Most Common Misconception About Marketing
- How To Best Spend Your Marketing Dollars
- Why Your Business Is A Direct Reflection Of You
- How To Best Optimize Your Life As A Business Owner
- How To Build A Productive Team
Connect with Jim Ng:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jim_ng_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrJimNg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-ng/
Boost team performance and build an innovative team today! Great ideas have never been a solo effort. On today's episode, we are joined by Ganesh Mahendranathan (Head of Group Innovation at RHB Banking Group) where we'll be talking about how to boost team performance by enabling them to innovate. Tune in now to hear our insights on innovation and other ways that help teams flourish and achieve their goals.
We’ll also be talking about:
- Innovation and what it really means
- The importance of systems in scaling businesses
- The most important habits to build in order to become a successful entrepreneur
- How to build your habits around your goals
- The importance of having difficult conversations early on in the business
Connect with Ganesh Mahendranathan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ganesh_mahendranathan/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ganeshmahendranathan/
One of the biggest challenges that businesses face today is how to engage their target audience. Many business owners put so much effort in marketing their product/service the wrong way… making all that effort go to waste! That’s where we come in! In this podcast, Asher Aw (Founder of Significance Strategy/Host of “Starting Million") will discuss why most businesses fail at engaging their target audiences and how to do it the right way.
We’ll also be talking about:
- What Attention Has To Do With Scaling Your Business
- What It Takes To Get Barack Obama To Follow You On Twitter
- How To Get People To Trust Your Brand
- The Most Powerful Way To Get In Touch With Prospects
Connect with Asher Aw: https://asheraw.com/connect
Curious about how to start selling products as a service based business? First things first, Selling products is quickly becoming the new way to go. The idea is simple: you'll be providing your customers with exactly what they need, when they need it, at a price they can afford.
The best part is… no one knows your customer better than you do. This means that you’re the best person to provide them with products that they actually need to make the most progress they possibly can.
Today, John Yeo (Chief Math Skills Trainer and Founder of Learning Out Of The Box) (https://www.learningoutofthebox.org/) talks about the specific steps you need to take to start selling products as a service.
We also talk about:
- How This Service Based Business Creates 1 New Product A Month
- The Power Of Trusting Your Team To Come Up With Product Ideas
- The Brainstorming Method In Order To Achieve Optimal Learning
Ebook Download: https://bit.ly/5pebook-lp
Connect with John Yeo:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnyeojr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnyeojr Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnyeojr/
PR has become a massive buzzword, and it's hard to find trusted resources for PR best practices, or PR training. In this podcast, Christel Goh (Founder of Grow Founder Relations) (https://growpublicrelations.com) goes over the most common misconceptions about Public Relations, as well as how to overcome them and use PR in any industry.
We also talk about: -How You Can Tell If YOUR Business Is Suitable For PR -How PR Can Help Shift Your Perspective As a Business Owner To Craft A Relatable Story -The Top Most Common Misconceptions Regarding PR -Industries That Shouldn’t Even Think About Exploring PR
Connect with Christel Goh: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christelyay/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Christelyay Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christelgoh/
Wondering how to build a business you love? If you’re a 6/7 figure business owner, it’s crucial that you fall in love with solving real life problems. Spoiler alert: don't start a business just to make money.
Being passionate about providing solutions and providing value to customers is one of the only ways to scale a business sustainably… because if you're not passionate about it, ultimately you'll give up, and come back to your day job shaking your fists at the sky.
Today, Kay Cheong (Co-founder and Managing Director of The Immigration People (https://www.tip.com.sg/) talks to us about how she embarked on her entrepreneurship journey through her passion for helping people fulfill their dreams.
We also talk about:
- The Crucial Role Of Purpose And Passion In Building A Business
- Answering The Question: “Why Should I Hire A Consultancy Firm When I Can Do It Myself?”
- How To Manage Expectations As A Business Owner
- How To Set Your Business Apart From Competitors
Connect with Kay Cheong:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaycheong/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kaycheong1012
If you’re a 6/7 figure business-owner, chances are, you don’t take your personal development and fitness lightly. Running a successful business doesn’t mean you’re glued to your computer all day long. If anything, you prioritize your fitness because you know that being in tip-top shape will contribute to your longterm success…this is why it's so important to build sustainable self care habits for entrepreneurs!
Today, Preston Sin (Transformation Coach) (https://www.pressonpreston.com/) talks to us about the inner workings of his transformational coaching, and how it isn’t so different from scaling a business!
We also talk about: - How Health Is Not Just About Working Out - Scaling A Business Is A Lot Like Going To The Gym - How To Identify Limiting Beliefs For Fitness - What Do You Do When Your Fitness Journey Doesn’t Go According To Plan? - How To Integrate Fitness Into Your Life (Sustainable Habits, Sustainable Results) - How To Overcome Busy Days, Stress, and Overwhelm As An Entrepreneur
Connect with Preston Sin:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pressonpreston/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImPrestonSin Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prestonsin/
I know that launching a business (especially a D2C business launch) can be a daunting prospect, especially when you're starting out with minimal capital. That's why Solomon Poon, Co-Founder of DrinkAid (https://drinkaid.co/) is here to guide you through the ins and outs of how to launch a D2C brand.
Join us as we talk about how to launch your D2C business with minimal capital. We'll discuss the best ways to get started and how to start making money as soon as possible. This is an episode that will teach you everything you need to know about getting your business off the ground without breaking the bank.
Here are some things you should watch for in today's episode:
- How A StartUp D2C Business Broke Even In 7 Days
- Before You Grow Your Business, Do THIS First
- Here’s something that other BUSINESS GURUS will never tell you
- How To Create A News-Worthy Product
Connect with Solomon Poon:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/solothesensei/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/solomonpoon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/solomonpoon94 Email: solomon@drinkaid.co
Wondering what’s the secret to attract customers and how to get customers attention? If you run a business, chances are you have more than one type of customer that's making different levels of contribution to your business. One of the biggest challenges as a business owner is figuring out how to get your customers attention… We all know that we need sales. But what's even more important is that we know how to attract the right customers at the right times so they can help drive your business forward.
In this episode, Willie Lee (Managing Director, Big 3 Media) (https://www.big3.sg/) talks to us about The Secret Framework he uses as a market-leader and how you can apply it in your own business. I learned a thing or two, I’m sure you will too!
- Answering the question: How Do You Get Your Customers Attention?
- The 5 Stages of Awareness (the secret to knowing when and how to approach your potential customers)
- How to stop wasting marketing dollars
- Why branding matters and how best to approach it
- The most common branding mistakes you should avoid
Connect with Willie Lee: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willsthechillpill/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willie-lee/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WillsTheChillPill
Here's the secret to scale your business. Delight customers! Create a product or service that people love, and take care of them better than anyone else in the industry. Then optimize your service around what they're responding to, so you can delight them even more. Then take care of them again. And again. And again. A Flywheel that focuses on providing value to customers? Yes, please! This is exactly what Jerald Lie, Founder of Achiever’s Dream (https://www.achieversdream.com.sg) did for his own business.
In this episode, he talks to us about the framework he used to turn his business into a consistent winner.
- From kick-starting a business under his parents roof to becoming the only NEA Accredited Chemistry Laboratory In Singapore… how did Jerald do it?
- How to be able to command better prices that result in gigantic savings in the long-run
- The powerful flywheel: Lower-costs, happy customers, increased volume
- How customer-centricity drives margin optimization, customer-renewability, and profits
- How to identify which areas of your business to prioritize
Connect with Jerald Lie:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerald_lie/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerald-lie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeraldlie
Hustling, waking up early, and doing the most you can all while figuring out how to get a 6 figure income is fun and all... until:
You get burned out. You start hating what you do. You're no longer passionate about your work.
Unless you practice self care habits for entrepreneurs, work life balance, and even studying the habits of successful people, you're gonna have a hard time.
Entrepreneurship can be a quick and unforgiving mistress, especially in the early days of starting your business. But why does it happen to so many entrepreneurs? And is there any way to avoid it? In today's episode, Marc Teo from Master Implementer (https://www.marcteo.com) shares all about how it's possible to get a 6-figure income without burning out!
Here are just some of the fun stuff we talked about in today's episode:
- How to find clarity in choosing your priorities
- The root cause of dissatisfaction
- How to structure your life in a way that supports your goals
- Answering the question: is it possible to earn 6-figures without getting burned out?
- How to accelerate your progress without getting burned out
- How to design your own luck to achieve your longterm goals
- How to find your passion
Connect with Marc Teo Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teozijie/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marc.teoo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcTeoo
Join the Master Implementers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MasterImplementers
Pivoting your business is necessary when times suddenly go bad. Even in normal conditions, your business needs to stay nimble to remain competitive. How can we make use of technology to make that happen? Derrick Chew, Creative Director of Sight Lines Entertainment (sightlines.com.sg), joins us today to show us how they used technology to grow and pivot their business into something they never could have imagined.
- How a “Tech Idiot” built an immersive, entertainment powerhouse
- Why businesses should prioritize collaboration to grow and pivot a business
- The importance of pooling resources from unconventional sources
- How to evolve as a business in an ever-changing world
- Questions to ask yourself about your business in order to evolve into a more sustainable business for the longterm
- Why you should prioritize simplicity and accessibility in tech
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Michael Lin is MD of Auston Institute and a large part of his success with his business comes from optimising business processes. We find out how he uses automation in his businesses to reduce manpower costs, remove human mistakes, and increase efficiencies.
• How businesses can automate their business processes with minimal impact to their bottom line. • Automate and simplify a wide range of business processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs. • Use automation in industries ranging from manufacturing to healthcare to education.
Connect with Michael Lin Linkedin: LinkedIn.com/in/AutomationMike/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikelindj/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mike.linDJ