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In corporate, I spent months making multi-million pound deals perfect, and it was the right call. In a small business, perfect is the thing holding you back. In this episode I share why “start now, get perfect later” is one of my favourite quotes, and three lessons for small business owners who keep polishing instead of launching: Corporate wins with precision. You win with speed.Indecision is a decision, and it’s the worst one. How to decide at 70%, time-box your decisions and set a launch date, not a finish date.Start, learn, get 1% better. What Facebook’s “move fast and break things” got wrong, Sir Dave Brailsford’s marginal gains at British Cycling, and what 600+ episodes of Business Growth Talks taught me.Your challenge: pick the one thing you’ve been polishing and put it out this week. Tell me in the comments what you’re starting. Chapters  0:00 Why perfectionism is killing your business  0:27 Corporate vs small business: one pitch vs a hundred  3:29 Indecision: the real reason you haven’t started  5:45 Three habits to decide faster  7:02 Move fast, but don’t break things  8:10 Marginal gains: the British Cycling lesson  9:30 From episode 1 to 600+  10:50 Your challenge this week Every Friday: the weekly business catch-up, with five stories that matter to your business. Subscribe to Business Growth Talks for more on growing your business. Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

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When you sound like everybody else, you get treated like everybody else. You get compared, haggled with and forgotten. Jason Hewlett knows this better than anyone, because for years his job was to sound like somebody else. He was a full-time impersonator in Las Vegas and played every major casino as Elton John and more. He then turned down a lifetime casino headline deal that would have broken his promise to himself. It got him blacklisted from the city. He went on to build a keynote business delivering 2,000+ corporate events for some of the world’s biggest companies, and he’s one of the youngest people ever inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame. In this episode Jason shows how one small tweak (a bit of country twang) turned a failed Elton John audition into a job. He also explains how every founder and leader can find their own “moonwalk.” In this episode you’ll learn:  🎤 The one tweak that got him the job, and why your next level might be just one dial away  🎰 Why he walked away from Vegas, and the difference between a goal and a promise  🕺 What “signature moves” are and why most leaders keep theirs in a drawer  📝 Identify, Clarify, Magnify: his 3-step process to find your signature moves (and your team’s)  🎩 How to use your signature moves at work vs at home  🤝 How an entertainer earned the confidence to have hard conversations in the boardroom  ❤️ His biggest regret as a business-owning dad, and what he changed About Jason Hewlett:  Keynote speaker, emcee, consultant and board member. Author of The Promise to the One. 🌐 https://jasonhewlett.com 💼 Find Jason on LinkedIn CHAPTERS  0:00 Paid to be somebody else  2:10 What impersonation taught him about standing out  3:55 The Elton John audition, and the one tweak that got him hired  6:35 How a kid doing Pee-wee Herman voices became an impersonator  8:30 Vegas casinos fight over his one-man show  10:05 Why he walked away from Vegas  12:25 Blacklisted from the city  12:50 Goals vs promises: why a promise beats a goal  15:15 The corporate gig that turned an entertainer into a keynote speaker  17:45 What are signature moves? (The Michael Jackson moonwalk)  20:50 Jason’s signature move (you have to see this)  23:15 The speaker who bakes cookies for every attendee  24:40 Spreading joy, even in a tough room  27:45 Identify, Clarify, Magnify: how to find your signature moves  34:10 How to make it not feel like another HR workshop  37:55 Signature moves at work vs at home  41:50 From entertainer to emcee, agency owner and consultant  44:30 What he brings to boards and big companies  48:25 Where the confidence for hard conversations came from (Vegas and Utah)  51:40 Reading the room  52:50 How his leadership evolved: from transactional to empathy  57:10 Risk appetite and four kids in five years  58:45 Quickfire: best decision  1:00:20 Best advice: “The light you shine is the light you receive”  1:01:05 Who helped him most  1:02:15 Biggest regret  1:04:45 Nearly quitting for a job at Wendy’s  1:06:50 Something most people don’t know  1:07:45 What legacy means  1:09:00 Where to find Jason If you got something from this conversation, hit subscribe, drop your biggest takeaway in the comments, and leave five stars on Apple or Spotify. If you know someone who needs to hear this about joy and signature moves, share it with them today. Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

70,000 UK small businesses just stopped paying business rates. Meanwhile, America's central bank refused to cut interest rates, and Microsoft is spending $500 million a day on AI while paying staff to leave. This is the week in business: the five stories you need to know if you run a business, whether you're in London, Leeds, Los Angeles or anywhere in between. Plain English, no jargon, and you won't need an economics degree to understand why they matter. This week: 1. UK Budget 2026 – what John Healey's first Budget means for small businesses, from business rates to the minimum wage 2. AI job cuts – Meta and Microsoft cut thousands of jobs while spending record amounts on AI 3. Oil hits $115 a barrel – why it's coming for your costs, even if you never buy oil 4. The Fed holds rates – why cheaper borrowing isn't coming any time soon 5. Trump's Canada tariff shuffle – tariffs off plywood, on canoes and coffins, days before the midterms And finally… dog news: Americans spend $1 billion dressing up their pets for Halloween. After every story, I break down what it means for you and what to do next. Which one is hitting your business hardest right now: energy costs, borrowing costs or tariffs? Tell me in the comments. CHAPTERS 00:00 This week in business 00:36 UK Budget 2026 explained for small businesses 03:02 Meta & Microsoft AI job cuts 05:02 Oil price hits $115: what it means for your costs 06:06 Fed holds interest rates 07:37 Trump's Canada tariff changes before the midterms 09:37 Dog news: $1bn on pet Halloween costumes 10:28 Weekly recap & what you can control If you found this useful, hit like and subscribe for a new business news roundup every Friday. You can also listen to Business Growth Talks on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and a rating out of five really helps. Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

Wall Street is buying insurance against AI companies going bust, the same move that made billions in The Big Short in 2008. In this episode I break down why the AI boom looks like the credit crunch, who really pays when it pops, and five things business owners can do this week to come out stronger. The cost of insuring CoreWeave’s debt has more than doubled in a year. Oracle is sitting on around $160bn of debt. And the five biggest tech companies are spending more on AI than they bring in, with the gap borrowed. If this goes bang, it won’t be the tech giants left holding the bill. It’ll be small businesses, through higher rates, tighter credit and squeezed customers. But a crash is also a reset. Airbnb, Uber and WhatsApp were all born in the last one. Here’s how to make sure you’re ready to build when it clears. In this episode: Why Wall Street is betting against AI, and what a credit default swap actually isWho paid in 2008, and why it’ll be the same this timeThe three ways the AI bubble lands on your deskFive things to do this week: stress-test your debt, build a cash buffer, don’t rely on one AI tool, get closer to your customers, and get ready to go shoppingChapters 0:00 Is AI the next 2008? 0:45 The Big Short is happening again 3:39 Who pays when the AI bubble bursts 6:20 How to protect your business from rising interest rates 9:01 Why a crash creates opportunity 9:32 Recap Every Friday I break down the five biggest business stories of the week in plain English. Subscribe so you don’t miss it. Do you think AI is a bubble? Tell me in the comments. I read every one. Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

Your business is short on cash, so you chase sales and cut costs. But what if cash was never the real problem? Ollie Austen ran Grosvenor Contracts London for 18 years, growing it from two people to around 60 before exiting in 2018. Today he's co-founder of Startup to Stand Up, a peer community for founders. Ollie explains why tight cash is usually a client relationship problem, and how visiting his top clients cut payment times from 60 days to 30. We also cover founder loneliness, bootstrapping vs raising money in 2026, what buyers look for when you sell, and how to tell real advisers from grifters. Connect with Ollie on LinkedIn (Ollie Austen) or at [email protected]. Get behind-the-scenes content at patreon.com/businessgrowthtalks. Enjoyed it? Follow the show and leave a five-star rating. It really helps. Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

Barclays just made £2.3 billion in three months – and it's cutting 5,000 jobs anyway, because of AI. Here's what that means for your business, plus four more stories every founder needs this week. I'm Mark Hayward, and every week on Business Growth Talks I break down the 5 business stories that matter if you run a business – in plain English, no jargon. This week: • Barclays cuts 5,000 jobs while profits rise 12% – and what smart founders are doing with AI instead • An urgent hacking alert for the code behind 7 in 10 websites – the one question to ask your web developer today • Elon Musk wants to merge Tesla and SpaceX – is combining your businesses ever a good idea? • Salesforce buys Braze for $5.7bn – the AI follow-up trick you can copy this afternoon • UK inflation jumps to 3.5% – how to raise your prices without losing customers • And finally… the dog news 🐾 Chapters 00:00 This week's biggest business stories 00:50 Barclays cuts 5,000 jobs because of AI 04:00 Website hacking alert: is your site at risk? 06:39 Elon Musk's Tesla–SpaceX merger 08:45 Salesforce buys Braze for $5.7bn: AI marketing 11:04 UK inflation hits 3.5%: will interest rates rise? 13:22 Dog news 14:13 Recap 💬 Would you use AI to replace a role in your business, or only to make your team better? Tell me in the comments. 🔔 Subscribe for the week in business, every Friday. 🎧 Listen to Business Growth Talks on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

The most expensive habit in business isn’t overspending. It’s waiting. When I left corporate, I finally had no boss, no sign-off, total freedom… and for weeks I did absolutely nothing. In this episode I share the three things I wish someone had told me back then, plus the five words that finally snapped me out of it. If you’ve been sitting on an idea, waiting for the right time, more money or to “feel ready”, this one’s for you. ⏱ Chapters  0:00 The most expensive habit in business  0:25 You’ve been trained to wait  2:28 The right time isn’t coming  4:17 Doing it badly beats not doing it  6:27 Three things to remember 💬 Tell me in the comments: what’s the one thing you’ve been waiting on the “right time” for? 📺 Every Friday I cover the five biggest business stories of the week. Subscribe so you don’t miss it. 🎙 Business Growth Talks: conversations and lessons for founders, CEOs and business owners. Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

Mark L. Vincent spent 23 years building Design Group International. He was founder and CEO for almost 18 of those years, then chair, and then he sold his stake. A few years later, after a record year, the firm went into receivership. In this episode, Mark explains what went wrong after he left and why most founders’ businesses don’t outlive them. He also covers what you should be doing in the five years before you sell so yours does. We talk about: The 3 mistakes that sank the business after his exit: vision by committee, a slow response to margin compression, and no capital plan to buy out departing ownersThe clause in his buy-sell agreement that sent his IP back to him when the firm collapsed, and how he turned it into a new businessWhy an up-to-date balance sheet is the first thing he asks every owner forMoving from specialists to a true executive team, and avoiding fiefdomsWhy a mastermind group can beat a consultant or advisor on ROIHow the business nearly closed in 2008, and the one metric that saved it“Firm with process, soft with people”: how his leadership evolvedManaging helplessness, perspective after loss, and what legacy really meansIf you’re a founder, CEO or business owner thinking about succession, selling or stepping back, this one is for you. Find Mark: maestrolevelleaders.com | marklvincent.com If you got something from this conversation, hit subscribe and leave a 5-star rating on Apple or Spotify. It helps more people find the show. Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

A dating app worth $14 billion just sold for $1.3 billion. In this week’s BGT Weekly News, Mark Hayward breaks down what went wrong at Bumble, and what every business owner can learn from it. Plus four more stories business owners in the US and UK need to know this week: JPMorgan boss Jamie Dimon’s warning about “rogue” AI agents, Bank of America’s $1.2 billion fine, the UK’s plan to make Amazon, eBay and Temu collect tax for their sellers, and why British companies are being bought up and heading for New York. Every story in plain English, with what it means for your business. ⏱️ CHAPTERS  0:00 $14 billion to $1.3 billion  0:30 Why Bumble collapsed  4:30 Jamie Dimon’s warning on AI agents  7:45 Bank of America’s $1.2 billion fine  11:00 Amazon and eBay tax crackdown  14:15 Why UK companies are being bought up  17:30 Dog news  18:30 This week’s takeaway Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

In this compelling episode of Business Growth Talks, host Mark Hayward welcomes successful entrepreneur Steve Rolle, who shares his journey from the US Army to becoming a high-achieving businessman. Despite societal pressures to conform to traditional career paths, Steve followed his entrepreneurial instincts and built businesses that collectively generated over $100 million in sales. The conversation delves into the core question of whether individuals are truly living a life they have chosen or merely inheriting a path laid out by others. Steve emphasizes the importance of taking control of one's future, starting side hustles, and navigating the perceived safety of corporate jobs. Steve recounts the challenges and strategies he faced, including the decision to merge his company, One Shop, with Diversified Hospitality Solutions in 2022. He highlights the importance of diversification, founder dependency, motivation, and the role these factors play in achieving personal and financial freedom. Throughout the episode, Steve shares insights on how boring businesses can be lucrative opportunities, emphasizing the need for founder involvement to morph into systems-driven operations. He also discusses his book, "The Future You Choose," which serves as a blueprint for aspiring entrepreneurs to take agency over their life’s direction. SPONSOR Are you getting enough online visibility? If the answer is no then consider being a guest on podcasts to grow your business. Visit www.podcastintroduction.com and set up a call to talk to the team Key Takeaways: Entrepreneurial Journey: Steve Rolle conveys the significance of pursuing businesses in underexplored sectors and the transformative power of turning a side hustle into a full-fledged venture.Control and Freedom: The theme of living a life of choice versus inherited paths underscores the conversation, with Steve stressing control achieved through multiple income streams.Merger Strategy: Explores the strategic decision-making involved in the merger of One Shop with Diversified Hospitality Solutions, emphasizing cultural integration and value maximization.Motivation and Success: Discusses the profound impact of discovering personal motivation and learning through repetitive, low-stress experimentation.Building a Personal Brand: Highlights the long-term dedication required for personal brand development through platforms like podcasting and content creation.Resources: Steve Rolle's LinkedIn: Visit PageThe Future You Choose: Book by Steve Rolle (available on Amazon)Podcast: Role of Steve: Delving into business and motivation (No link provided in the transcript)Book: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan - Recommended by Steve as a transformative read.Podcast Introduction: WebsiteBy diving into this enlightening conversation, listeners can glean from Steve Rolle’s insights and learn how to strategically navigate their own career paths towards the life and success they truly desire. Tune in for more empowering content and transformational stories from Business Growth Talks. Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

Discover how recent shifts in the US job market and interest rates could impact business strategies, as Mark Hayward dives into the week's top business stories. Explore the surprising trends in consumer spending, the role of AI in shopping, and the monumental merger creating Hollywood's new giant, Skydance. Learn why a record number of Brits are telling the taxman they're leaving, and enjoy an uplifting 'dog news' segment from Tennessee. Tune into Business Growth Talks for essential insights every business owner should know and make sure your customers can find you, even through AI. Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

In this episode of Business Growth Talks, host Mark Hayward welcomes Jason Kramer, founder of Cultivize, to delve into the often-ignored aspect of lead management and follow-up processes. What happens after a potential lead shows interest? Jason, who transitioned from running a creative agency to founding Cultivize, sheds light on how businesses can streamline their follow-up procedures to maximize lead conversion and sustain ongoing customer relationships. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the critical importance of follow-up processes. Jason humorously notes that only about 36% of businesses have a structured lead nurturing process, emphasizing the untapped potential for growth lurking in proper follow-ups. He outlines his five-step process focusing on discovery, diagnosing problems, designing solutions, implementing the appropriate technology, and ongoing optimization. Jason also shares his thoughts on the right and wrong way to implement CRM software and the importance of consistency in business prospecting. With a particular focus on helping small to mid-sized enterprises, this episode is a treasure trove of strategies and advice for entrepreneurs looking to refine their sales and marketing tactics. Key Takeaways: Consistency in Prospecting: Regular business prospecting is crucial. It's important to allocate dedicated time daily to maintain a steady flow of leads.Follow-up Importance: Many companies lack a structured follow-up process, resulting in lost opportunities. Automating follow-ups can significantly increase conversion rates.CRM Implementation: Proper evaluation of business needs is crucial before selecting a CRM system. Avoid basing choices solely on features without considering practical alignment with business processes.Utilizing AI: Leverage AI tools for data cleanup, process automation, and ideation. However, remember that AI is only as effective as the quality of input provided.Human Connection: Despite automation, maintaining human interaction in sales and follow-ups is critical. People buy from people, and building genuine relationships can be pivotal in securing business.SPONSOR CEO Friend: A tool for competitor analysis that aids in strategic decision-making and growth planning. Go to link https://bit.ly/4vkeNXQ And go to a free month trial on  https://bit.ly/4eKb15o Resources: Cultivize: The company founded by Jason Kramer, offering CRM solutions and lead management strategies.LinkedIn: Mentioned as a platform for business prospecting and engagement.AI Tools: For data cleanup and automation, with specific mention of tools like Apollo and ChatGPT.Afterthelead.com: A resource provided by Cultivize with a guide on CRM selection.Dive deeper into how you can transform your lead management and sales strategy by tuning into this enlightening conversation with Jason Kramer. Stay subscribed for more insightful episodes that bring the best business growth advice right to your ears! Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

Join Mark Hayward on Business Growth Talks as he unpacks pivotal stories affecting businesses globally. Discover the impact of America's tariff truce with China and its implications for importers. Explore the pessimistic mood among American consumers, the sharp increase in UK household borrowing, and Manchester City's financial scandal. Understand how global oil dynamics are influencing prices and business costs. Plus, delve into a light-hearted tale of dog world records. Stay informed on how these events might affect your business strategy with Mark's insightful analysis and tips. Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

In this engaging episode of Business Growth Talks, host Mark Hayward sits down with Brian Hunt, an experienced entrepreneur and founder of Kore BPO, to discuss the intricacies of offshoring and global hiring. The conversation delves into the common misconceptions around offshoring, emphasizing that talent isn't typically the issue but rather the processes and management after hiring. Brian shares the lessons he learned from his time at consulting giants Deloitte and Accenture, which equipped him with unique insights to scale businesses effectively. Brian underscores the importance of having a clear strategic path for offshoring success. He elucidates the challenges and opportunities businesses face when deciding between local hiring, nearshoring, or offshoring to regions like Latin America and India. With an emphasis on understanding the “breaking points” and growth dynamics of organizations, Brian advocates for a deep internal analysis to identify key areas of improvement or investment. The discussion touches on essential skills for managing remote teams, the underestimated value of global talent, and the impacts of AI on traditional job roles, offering insights for navigating the modern business landscape. SPONSOR CEO Friend: A tool for competitor analysis that aids in strategic decision-making and growth planning. Go to link https://bit.ly/4vkeNXQ And go to a free month trial on  https://bit.ly/4eKb15o Key Takeaways: Offshore success depends more on clear processes and management than on finding talent.Understanding your organization’s strengths and weaknesses is crucial before engaging with global teams.Local hiring is not always the best choice; the value of diverse, global talent is often underappreciated.Effective remote team management requires clear communication of goals and recognition of every team member's importance.Despite the rise of AI, human-driven management and strategic decision-making remain vital.Resources: Brian Hunt on LinkedIn: Connect with Brian HuntKore BPO: Visit Kore BPO's WebsiteListen to this full episode to get deeper insights into optimizing offshoring strategies and managing global teams effectively. Stay tuned for more discussions that drive business growth on Business Growth Talks. Support the show If you want to watch the full video of this episode go to: https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks Do you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to: www.podcastintroduction.com Find more details about the podcast and my coaching business on: www.businessgrowthtalks.com Find me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183 YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts