In this engaging conversation, Troy discusses business growth and insights with Braith Bamkin, founder of braithbamkin, highlighting the importance of personalization in marketing for small businesses. Bamkin shares experiences, stressing the significance of respect in workplace culture and the evolution from being a business owner to owning a business. They explore the value of ongoing learning, exit strategies, and cultivating a sustainable work-life balance. 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 queries our special guest about their journey's inception, the criteria for defining success, industry reflections, and navigating the most challenging phases of business growth. He explores their passion for small business development, essential habits for owners, and perspectives on team building, victories, setbacks, and valuable advice. Additionally, Troy recommends that the special guest should explore the episode featuring Mark Ritson, who shares valuable marketing strategies. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions: According to Braith Bamkin one of the hardest aspects of growing a small business is the transitioning from employee to business owner, as it requires more than ownership; it demands the development of systems, delegation, and stepping back from every operational detail. Shifting from doing the work to managing the business is a crucial mindset change for entrepreneurs during their growth journey. Braith Bamkin's top business book pick is "The Slight Edge" by Jeff Olson, lauding its emphasis on continuous small improvements, echoing his belief in consistent, incremental progress ("kaizen") for impactful business and personal development. For small business growth Braith Bamkin endorses "SendSpark," a personalised video tool Integrated into emails, it enhances engagement, adds a personal touch, and fosters connections, contributing significantly to business expansion. Braith Bamkin suggests the "How to Life" podcast hosted by Jonathan Fields as an excellent tool for professional development. Braith Bamkin's advice to his younger self when starting out in business would be to "believe in yourself." Reflecting on personal experiences, he highlights that lacking self-belief often led to less favorable outcomes. Thus, advocating the importance of self-confidence and belief in one's abilities as a crucial factor in navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey. ?     Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: In business, treating people with respect holds more value than money — Braith Bamkin Believe in yourself – it's the cornerstone of entrepreneurial triumph — Braith Bamkin Understanding the difference between owning a business and being a business owner is key — Braith Bamkin