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In this insightful episode, Ruth Ferreira sits down with Malcolm Palmer, founder of A4G LLP, to unpack what it really takes to build a scalable and sellable business. Malcolm busts common myths around business growth and shares practical strategies to help founders create companies that can thrive without them. If you’re a business owner ready to step back without losing control, this episode is for you.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why “work-life balance” might be unhelpful — and what to focus on instead
- The hidden cost of a business that relies too much on its founder
- Malcolm’s 3 go-to strategies for building founder independence:
- Hire for the future: how being slightly overstaffed can protect your sanity
- Tapping into underused talent — part-timers, apprentices, and returners
- When offshore teams help… and when they don’t
Memorable Quotes:
- "Work-life balance is more than a buzzword. It’s about building a business that doesn’t need you 24/7."
- "Exit planning isn’t about leaving your business — it’s about preparing it to thrive without you."
Resources and Links:
- The Success Method Course: Looking to grow your business? Check out Ruth Ferreira’s "The Success Method” for small business owners looking to find more clients and make more money.
Connect with Malcolm Palmer:
A4G Website: https://www.a4g-llp.co.uk/
A4G LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a4g-llp
Malcolm’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolmpalmera4g
A4G Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/A4GLLP/
A4G YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/A4GAccountingLLP
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