How To Be More Intentional At Scaling Your Business

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Keith Fairhurst, Director at Scale Up Partners, talks to Rudolf Rautenbach about the intersection of business and academia, particularly through Keith's work with Gibs Business School.

He highlights the challenges faced by privately owned businesses in South Africa, emphasizing the importance of understanding the 'missing middle' in the economy.

Keith shares insights on the aloneness of entrepreneurs, the trade-offs between lifestyle and business value, and the significance of intentional choices in business growth.

He also introduces the concept of The Scale Up Choice, aimed at helping business owners navigate their growth strategies effectively, ultimately aiming for multi-generational wealth creation.

Connect with Keith Fairhurst here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-fairhurst-a4a2ba14/
24 Mar English South Africa Business · Careers

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