Aug 25, 2024
In this episode of the Grow a Small Business podcast, host Troy
Trewin interviews David Gaz of
The Bureau
of Small Projects shares his journey to building a
successful business with $3.5 million in revenue and a 40-person
team. He discusses embracing a path-oriented approach to growth,
the importance of resilience, and how Zen practices and mentorship
have helped him maintain balance.
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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 David Gaz, the hardest thing in growing a small
business is managing people. He emphasises that dealing with the
complexities of team dynamics and maintaining a positive,
productive culture can be particularly challenging.
What's your favourite
business book that has helped you the most?
David Gaz's favourite business book that has helped him the most is
"Antifragile" by Nassim Nicholas Taleb. He finds it valuable for
its insights into thriving amid change and uncertainty, which he
believes is crucial for navigating today's rapidly evolving
business environment.
Are there any great
podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow
a small business?
David Gaz recommends the Grow a Small Business
podcast as a great resource for growing a small business. He
appreciates the podcast for its engaging content and valuable
insights, making it a useful tool for entrepreneurs looking to
expand their knowledge and skills.
What tool or resource
would you recommend to grow a small business?
David Gaz suggests that tools or resources that help you stay
centred and resilient are essential for growing a small business.
He specifically mentions meditation and fly fishing as practices
that help him maintain balance and mental clarity, which can be
crucial for business growth.
What advice would you give
yourself on day one of starting out in business?
David Gaz advises that on day one of starting a business, focus
less on having a detailed business plan and more on simply
starting. He emphasises that luck plays a significant role in
business success, and likens it to getting hit by a freight
train—it only happens if you're on the tracks.
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Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small
Business podcast guest:
The only thing that guarantees success in business is to never
give up – David Gaz
Luck is like getting hit by a freight train; it only happens if
you're on the track. – David Gaz
Zen practices and resilience are key tools for thriving in a
fast-changing world –David Gaz