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August 18, 2024

Scaling, profitability, burnout, balance

Scaling, profitability, burnout, balance

Join me, The Ultimate FD, as I take you through the last four months of my entrepreneurial journey—arguably the most challenging period I’ve ever faced.

🎙️ **Scaling, Profitability, Burnout, and Balance: The Ultimate FD’s Toughest Four Months** 💼💥

If you're searching for an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes look at the realities of running a business, this episode is for you. Join me, The Ultimate FD, as I take you through the last four months of my entrepreneurial journey—arguably the most challenging period I’ve ever faced.

During these four months, we’ve scaled our team from three to seven members, doubled and tripled the size of the business, and faced numerous unexpected hurdles, including cash flow issues. When it rains, it pours, and this period has tested every aspect of the business.

But here’s the good news: four months later, we’ve emerged stronger and more resilient. In this episode, I’ll share the lessons I’ve learned, the mistakes I made, and the realities of entrepreneurship that are often glossed over. Business isn’t always sunshine and rainbows—it’s tough, and this episode delves into the hard truths.

Episode Highlights:

- Scaling Challenges: How we managed the growth and the hurdles that came with it.
- Profitability Struggles: Insights on maintaining profitability amidst rapid expansion.
- Burnout & Balance: The impact of scaling on personal well-being and how to navigate it.
- Top Five Learnings: Key takeaways from this challenging period, plus a bonus game-changer that could save or make you thousands of pounds.

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