Jul 28, 2024
In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy
Trewin interviews Feras
Alhlou, co-founder of Startup With
Feras, sharing insights from 21 years of experience.
He discusses scaling strategies for managing a 60-member team and
cultivating a thriving business culture. With revenue generated
exceeding $10 million, Feras offers practical advice on overcoming
entrepreneurial challenges.
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Instagram, or
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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:
What do you think is the
hardest thing in growing a small business?
According to Feras Alhlou, the hardest thing in growing a small
business is managing the mindset needed to handle unknowns and
challenges. Entrepreneurs often underestimate the demands and
difficulties, including financial constraints and the need to pivot
or adapt. It's crucial to remain resilient and persistent, even
when facing unexpected obstacles and uncertainties.
What's your favourite
business book that has helped you the most?
Feras Alhlou’s favourite business book that has helped him the most
is "Good to Great" by Jim Collins. He found it foundational in
understanding how to build and sustain a successful business.
Are there any great
podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow
a small business?
Feras Alhlou recommends "The Startup of You" by Reid Hoffman,
co-founder of LinkedIn, as a great book to help grow a small
business. He also finds value in various YouTube videos and
podcasts, such as Professor Scott Galloway's "Prof G Podcast," for
insightful perspectives on business and entrepreneurship.
What tool or resource
would you recommend to grow a small business?
Feras Alhlou recommends investing in a CRM (Customer Relationship
Management) tool as a crucial resource for growing a small
business. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of
implementing systems and processes, using tools like Asana or
Basecamp, to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
What advice would you give
yourself on day one of starting out in business?
Feras Alhlou advises that on day one of starting out in business,
you should "Don't quit." He emphasizes persistence and learning
from mistakes, stating that no one can guarantee success, but
having a good team, being smart, and putting in the effort greatly
increase the chances of success.
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Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small
Business podcast guest:
You have to lead by example and live the culture you want to
see – Feras Alhlou
Don’t quit; persistence and learning from mistakes are key to
success – Feras Alhlou
Manage the imbalance of work and life with resilience and hard
work – Feras Alhlou