What does it take to scale a business from startup to success?
In this episode, Adam Strong interviews Alisa Cohn, a globally recognised startup coach and author of From Startup to Grown Up. They discuss the key challenges founders face, such as shifting from a "doing" mindset to a leadership mindset, building a company culture, and managing the complexities of scaling a fast-growing business. Alisa shares actionable insights on hiring, delegation, and achieving product-market fit while navigating hypergrowth. This episode is packed with advice for founders and leaders ready to take their business to the next level.
Takeaways
Why company culture is the foundation of a scalable business.
How to overcome delegation struggles and empower your team.
Understanding the critical role of product-market fit in startup success.
Leadership principles for managing growth effectively.
Key insights from Alisa’s book, From Startup to Grown Up.
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Alisa Cohn and Her Journey
03:13 Transitioning from Corporate to Startups
05:58 Differences in Mindset: Startups vs. Corporations
09:11 Understanding What Defines a Startup
11:49 Common Pitfalls: Why Startups Get Stuck
15:08 The Importance of Company Culture
17:56 The Role of Leadership in Startups
20:47 Letting Go: The Power of Delegation
23:51 Hiring Strategies for Startups
27:01 The Process of Scaling a Startup
29:58 What Makes a Great Coach?
33:14 Alisa's Upcoming Book and Its Purpose
36:01 Future Aspirations and Creative Pursuits
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