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🚨 Why UK Startups Are Failing to Scale—and How to Fix It 🚨 🔊 New Episode Alert on ScaleUp Radio! 🚀 What does it take to transition from a founder-led startup to a thriving, team-driven business? In this episode of ScaleUp Radio, I speak with David Murray-Hundley The Grumpy Entrepreneur. He’s built an influential brand around straight-talking insights, and he’s here to challenge the UK’s approach to scaling businesses. 💡 Key Takeaways: 🔸 Communication & Commitment: David emphasises the importance of transparent communication between founders and shareholders, and why taking personal financial risks is a sign of genuine commitment. 🔸 From Maverick to Mainstream: He explains how embracing a “maverick” mindset allows entrepreneurs to spot opportunities others miss. 🔸 Scaling Struggles in the UK: Discover why UK startups face lower valuations and risk-averse investors, and what it takes to break that cycle. 🔸 Building Pario Ventures: Learn about David’s journey with Pario Ventures, which now manages over $1 billion and backs companies like Rivian and Bolt. Ready to get candid advice from a seasoned investor? Listen to David’s insights on positioning your business for long-term success, and rethink your approach to scaling. 👉 Listen to the full episode on ScaleUp Radio, link in comments below. 💬 What’s your biggest challenge in scaling up—team alignment or risk management? Let’s discuss! #ScaleUp #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #UKStartups #InvestingWisely #TeamAlignment

🚨 "The Secret Weapon for Scaling Up? Show Your Team the Money!" 🚨 🔊 New Episode Alert on ScaleUp Radio! In this episode, I interview Jaipal Naidu, the co-founder of Perse, where they’re pioneering a bold approach to energy and carbon data. Jaipal shares their journey, from a successful Series A funding round to scaling into new sectors like finance emissions and embodied carbon. One standout lesson? At Perse, every engineer sees the direct impact of their work on company revenue. This level of transparency isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a powerful motivator that fuels growth and accountability. 💡 Jaipal also opens up about: How to transition from founder-led to team-led operations without losing your startup spirit Perse’s ambitious goals to scale from 27 to over 100 employees The CEO’s daily focus on balancing strategic planning and relentless fundraising efforts 👉 If you’re serious about scaling your business and want to build a culture of transparency and accountability, this episode is a must-listen. 🎧 Tune in now: Link to the episode below in the comments. What’s your take on making revenue impact visible to your team? Drop your thoughts below! #ScaleUpRadio #Leadership #GrowthMindset #ScalingUp #BusinessLeadership

Lead generation isn’t luck—it’s about structure, strategy, and relentless follow-up. 💡 In our latest episode of ScaleUp Radio, I sit down with Mark Crane, founder of Evolution Risk Group and CEO of COACHD Limited, to discuss his journey and deep dive into what drives success in scaling businesses. Mark is a dynamic leader who shares powerful insights on: 🔑Lead Generation: Mark’s no-excuses approach—dedicating 2 hours daily to calls, aiming for 60 meaningful conversations out of every 100. 🔑Recruitment Strategy: Hiring for cultural fit over experience and using smart tech tools like Monday.com to track efficiency. 🔑Leveraging Technology: From Dialpad’s call transcription to HubSpot’s CRM and even WhatsApp, Mark reveals the tools that power his operations. 💡Key takeaway: Consistency and a structured approach to sales can be the game-changer your business needs to thrive. If you’re a business owner or leader looking to refine your sales and team-building strategies, this episode of ScaleUp Radio is a must-listen. 🎧 Catch the full episode here for actionable insights and inspiring stories: Link to episode - https://lnkd.in/d84g4kqF #ScaleUpRadio #Entrepreneurship #SalesStrategy #BusinessGrowth

"Would You Trust Your Team to Run Your Business?" In the latest episode of ScaleUp Radio, I sat down with Reece Elbourn, co-founder of Let’s Leap Sports Academy, a business that’s grown from working with just 1 school to over 30 nationwide since 2019. Key takeaway: Reece shares how he’s built a team that can be trusted to run the business—even in his absence. With a focus on training, mentorship, and maintaining high standards, Let’s Leap has achieved 10 successful Ofsted inspections while continuing to scale. For any business leader wondering how to step back without losing control, this episode is packed with practical advice. Reece also reveals: 🔑 A rigorous hiring process to strengthen company culture 🔑 Smart cash flow management while reinvesting in growth 🔑 How delivering excellence led to word-of-mouth success 🎧 Listen now to discover how to build a business that thrives without needing to micromanage. #ScaleUpRadio is your gateway to expert advice on scaling your business. 👉 Link to episode https://lnkd.in/euMAeVsJ #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #HiringStrategies #ScaleUpJourney #Entrepreneurship

"Are You Still Networking to Sell? Here’s Why You’re Doing It Wrong." In this episode of ScaleUp Radio, we chat with Mike Adams, the founder of introstars, a platform that's changing how businesses connect with the right people. Mike reveals the big shift happening in networking—moving away from selling and towards building real relationships. He shares why focusing on helping others first is key to long-term success and how referral marketing is evolving to reward external connections. Key insights from the episode: IntroStars is helping businesses connect with key industry players and rewards successful introductions with a percentage of the deal. Cold outreach is declining, with warm introductions and relationship-building becoming the go-to strategy. Lessons from Zoom’s hypergrowth: how to scale fast without losing your culture. If you’re ready to transform your networking approach and drive growth through relationships, tune into this episode of ScaleUp Radio. Listen now for Mike’s full story and subscribe for future episodes. #Networking #ReferralMarketing #BusinessGrowth #ScaleUpRadio #RelationshipBuilding