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Finance for Founders with Samuel Ajala
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Finance for Founders with Samuel Ajala
£30M in Business Exits: Brutal Truths About Scaling, Trust & Leadership | Astan Morarji | Episode 19 |
In this episode of Finance for Founders, Samuel Ajala sits down with Astan Morarji — a serial entrepreneur who has launched, scaled, and exited over £30M worth of businesses. Astan shares brutally honest insights on what it really takes to grow a business, build trust, and lead through chaos.
You’ll learn:
✅ Why trust beats authority in business
✅ How to scale fast without burning out
✅ The real cost of hiring top talent
✅ Why upselling existing clients is a growth cheat code
✅ How to avoid falling for common business myths
✅ What role luck, timing, and strategy play in exits and acquisitions
From navigating legal challenges as an immigrant founder to mastering the mindset shifts from founder to CEO, Astan brings raw and practical advice for early-stage and seasoned entrepreneurs alike.
🔥 Timestamps
00:00 – Intro to Astan Morarji
06:02 – The Importance of Family in Business
11:55 – Growth Strategies That Actually Work
17:58 – Rapid Scaling Secrets
22:06 – Marketing & Market Positioning
36:55 – From Founder to Leader
43:47 – Building Trust, Not Just Authority
52:47 – Upselling for Smarter Growth
01:00:03 – The Role of Luck in Business
01:09:55 – Scaling Through Acquisitions
01:17:08 – Why Turnarounds Are Brutal
01:30:00 – Debunking Business Myths
01:34:38 – Legacy, Mentorship & Giving Back
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/astanm/
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