From Solo Entrepreneurship to Leading a 24-Member Team: Director of Australian Property Scout Shares Insights on Building a High-Performance Team, Achieving $1M+ Revenue, and Mastering Professional Development in Business. (Episode 539 - Sam Gordon)

Grow A Small Business Podcast

In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Sam Gordon from Australian Property Scout. Sam details his journey from being a solo founder to surpassing $1m in revenue to now leading a 24-member team. He shares key strategies for business growth, such as the importance of deep work, regular breaks, and investing in personal development. Sam also discusses overcoming initial challenges and how professional growth has influenced his business success. Tune in for practical advice on scaling your business and staying resilient.

Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let’s get into it by clicking here. Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions:

1. What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? Sam Gordon identifies the hardest thing in growing a small business as the first 12 months. He emphasises the challenges of building confidence, perseverance, and resilience during this initial period, noting that it can feel like a constant struggle with frequent failures. Despite these difficulties, he believes that if you’re good at what you do, success will eventually come, and your efforts will be recognized.

2. What's your favourite business book that has helped you the most? Sam Gordon shares that his favourite business resource is not a book but business podcasts. He specifically mentions enjoying Moses' podcast and listening to Andy Frisella's "MFCEO" (now "Real AF") early in his career. Gordon finds podcasts more accessible and impactful for learning and staying motivated compared to traditional business books.

3. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Sam Gordon recommends podcasts as a valuable resource for small business growth. Specifically, he praises Moses' podcast for its insights and learning opportunities. Additionally, he mentions Andy Frisella's "Real AF" podcast as another excellent source for motivational and practical business advice. These podcasts have been instrumental for Gordon in staying informed and motivated on his entrepreneurial journey.

4. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? Sam Gordon emphasises the importance of developing a skill set rather than relying solely on tools or resources. He suggests that acquiring a skill that might otherwise be expensive to outsource can greatly benefit a startup. This approach allows entrepreneurs to become more self-reliant and effective in managing various aspects of their business operations without incurring unnecessary costs.

5. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? Sam Gordon advises his younger self to "just keep going and don't stop." He emphasises the importance of persevering through challenges and not being swayed by negativity or rejections. Gordon believes that persistent effort and resilience are crucial for overcoming the difficulties of starting a business.

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Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Perseverance and resilience are the keys to surviving the first year of business – Sam Gordon Investing in education and skill development pays off in business and beyond – Sam Gordon Developing a skill set can be more valuable than any tool or resource – Sam Gordon