Dec 26, 2023
In this captivating episode, Troy Trewin welcomes
Matt
Raad, a seasoned entrepreneur from eBusiness Institute
Australia, as they delve into Raad's 30-year business journey.
Raad emphasizes the significance of sales expertise, ongoing
learning, and forward-thinking for business growth and success. The
conversation underscores the pivotal roles of mentors and strategic
planning in achieving successful business exits.
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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:
According to Matt Raad, the most
challenging aspect in growing a small business is getting more
sales. He emphasizes that acquiring additional sales is often the
primary obstacle faced by numerous businesses, particularly in the
modern business landscape.
Matt Raad's favorite business book
is "How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie. He
considers this book pivotal for its teachings on interpersonal
relationships and basic principles of effectively interacting with
people.
While acknowledging the value of
Gasb podcast for professional development he also recommends
YouTube business channels, particularly enjoying content from Alex
and Mozi, who delves into buying and selling businesses.
According to Matt Raad, a
functioning and converting website stands out as the essential tool
for business growth.
If Matt Raad could advise his younger self when starting a business, he would stress the importance of learning extensively about business, especially sales.
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Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest:
Your website is your number one asset; optimize it
for maximum returns — Matt Raad
Learn everything about business, especially sales.
It's the key to unlocking success — Matt Raad
Think bigger than your current achievements; always stretch your business goals." - Matt Raad