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ScaleX™ Insider Podcast

Brendan McGurgan

My name is Brendan McGurgan and I am immersed in the world of scaleup businesses. In 2020, myself and business partner Claire Colvin co-founded Simple Scaling with the sole purpose of inspiring and enabling millions of ambitious leaders to scale with purpose. Over the past two years we have researched and examined our success and the success of those who have "been there and done it" to create the 10 Principles of Scaling which is enshrined in our ScaleX™ Framework. As an extension of this we have

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04:41

[ScaleX Bite-Size]- Dr. BJ Fogg - Stop Guessing,...

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2026/01/02

Dr. BJ Fogg explains how behaviour design can help CEOs, entrepreneurs, and SME leaders systematically achieve massive results. In this clip, he breaks down exactly how small, intentional behaviours—when prioritised and embedded consistently—can drive outcomes like doubling revenue in six months. KEY INSIGHTS: Doubling revenue isn't magic—it's a result of specific, measurable behaviours consistently applied CEOs and leaders can design weekly and one-time behaviours to drive business outcomes

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01:02:44

[REPLAY - From the archive] Dr. BJ Fogg: Why Tiny...

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2025/12/31

As we wrap up the year on ScaleX™ Insider, we're revisiting one of the most impactful conversations we've ever had—because the lessons matter just as much now as they did when it first aired. From tiny habits to massive life transformations, this episode with Dr. BJ Fogg cuts through the noise of motivation hacks and productivity hype. No gimmicks. No hype. Just science-backed behaviour design that actually sticks. In this episode, Dr. BJ Fogg—world-renowned behaviour scientist and bestselling

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01:00:17

Lloyd Thompson: Why Your Business Feels Busy But...

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2025/12/24

What if the real reason your business feels constantly busy — yet never truly scales — isn't lack of effort, talent, or ambition, but operational chaos and founder dependency? In this episode of ScaleX™ Insider, Brendan McGurgan is joined by Lloyd Thompson, founder of VirtualDOO and author of "9 Ways to Leave Your Day-to-Day Operations", to unpack why so many businesses hit a growth ceiling at €3–15M revenue — and how founders can scale without scaling burnout. Lloyd shares what "drowning in chaos"

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05:36

[ScaleX Bite-Size] Sunny Lenarduzzi - Small Audiences...

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2025/12/19

Sunny Lenarduzzi explains whether YouTube is the right platform for businesses and solopreneurs looking to scale their reach and impact. In this clip, Sunny dives into who can benefit from YouTube, the difference between a mass audience and a targeted one, and how leveraging YouTube strategically can generate leads, revenue, and global impact without spending a dime on advertising. KEY INSIGHTS: - YouTube works best for businesses with subject matter experts who provide real value - Small,

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04:39

[ScaleX Bite-Size] Sunny Lenarduzzi - One Video...

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2025/12/19

Sunny Lenarduzzi reveals the step-by-step journey of how she went from a one-woman social media consultancy to a YouTube authority helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses. In this clip, Sunny shares her initial experiment with YouTube, how answering client questions turned into millions of viewers, and how she discovered a sustainable way to leverage her expertise through online programs and organic video marketing. KEY INSIGHTS: Start with solving real client problems; your audience is

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02:48

[ScaleX Bite-Size] Michael J. Gelb — Why Every Genius...

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2025/12/12

Most people think walking is just exercise. Michael J. Gelb says it's the engine of genius. For centuries, the world's greatest thinkers used walking as their main source of inspiration — and they even invented tools to measure how much of it they were doing. In this clip, Michael reveals a surprising truth: the first pedometer wasn't invented by Fitbit — it was invented by Leonardo da Vinci. Why the Geniuses Walked: As Michael researched the relationship between history's greatest minds and

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54:51

Michael J. Gelb: Get your best ideas by walking

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2025/12/10

What if you could get your best ideas by walking — and transform every step into a tool for creativity, vitality, and leadership? In this episode, Michael J. Gelb, the world's leading authority on genius thinking and innovative leadership, reveals how walking, mind mapping, and embodied awareness can radically enhance your personal and organisational performance. Host Brendan McGurgan reunites with Michael for a rich, wide-ranging conversation that blends neuroscience, creativity, mindfulness, and

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04:19

[ScaleX Bite-Size] Michelle Johnston on Building...

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2025/12/05

Windowless conference rooms kill connection. PowerPoint presentations kill culture. Yet most SME leaders still meet this way, wondering why their teams feel disconnected and disengaged. Dr Michelle Johnston reveals a better way: motion creates emotion, and the best meetings happen outside, walking shoulder to shoulder. The Connection Walk Method: Michelle took physicians on a one-hour leisurely walk along the Mississippi River. Every 10-15 minutes, they paired up shoulder to shoulder with

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53:22

Dr. Michelle K. Johnston - Stop Losing Your Team to...

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2025/12/03

Dr. Michelle K. Johnston, bestselling author of The Seismic Shift in Leadership, shares how authentic human connection can help leaders stop losing their team to digital burnout and transform organisational performance. From advising top executives to speaking on global stages, Michelle reveals the strategies that make connection a driver for trust, engagement, and sustainable growth. In this episode, host Brendan McGurgan dives into Michelle's insights, unpacking the mindset, practices, and rituals

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04:43

[ScaleX Bite-Size] Jim Murphy on Limiting Beliefs and...

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2025/11/14

Most people never reach their potential because they come to the edge of their limiting beliefs—and back down. Jim Murphy, creator of Inner Excellence, reveals the exact moment leaders stop themselves from scaling. It's not about strategy—it's about the uncomfortable feelings at the edge of what you believe is possible. Jim explains why negative feelings stick like Velcro while positive ones slide off like Teflon. Your subconscious protects you from scary feelings, which keeps you small. But beliefs

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03:13

[ScaleX Bite-Size] Jim Murphy's 2-Part System to...

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2025/11/14

What does performance under pressure actually look like? Jim Murphy, creator of Inner Excellence, breaks down the two-part system elite athletes use to master fear in critical moments. Most people focus only on tools—breathing, mantras—but Jim reveals the mindset shift must come first, or the tools won't work. The critical mistake? Believing the most important thing is the result you get right now. This result-focused thinking creates tension, fear, and underperformance. Jim's solution: a mindset

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53:50

Jim Murphy on Inner Excellence and Why Leaders Fear...

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2025/11/12

Why Fewer Than 1% of SME Leaders Ever Achieve Scale — with Jim Murphy (Inner Excellence) Why do fewer than 1% of SME leaders ever achieve scale? The answer isn't better strategy or more capital — it's inner excellence. In this transformative conversation, performance coach Jim Murphy, creator of the ground-breaking Inner Excellence philosophy, reveals that the path to peak performance under pressure is identical to living the best possible life. After playing professional baseball with the Chicago

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02:38

[ScaleX Bite-size] Allison Maslan: $500K To $1M...

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2025/10/31

Money mindset blocks keeping you stuck? One entrepreneur went from $500K plateau to $1 million months by shifting ONE childhood belief. Serial entrepreneur Allison Maslan reveals the journaling work that uncovers hidden money blocks—and why strategy alone will never work if you're sabotaging yourself. Kita from Loosely Tea Market was stuck at $500K in revenue. Every strategy failed. Why? A hidden belief from childhood: "Nothing I do will work out." It wasn't conscious—but it was running her

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03:08

[ScaleX Bite-Size] Allison Maslan - Imprisoned By...

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2025/10/31

Imprisoned by your business? Can't see growth opportunities? Serial entrepreneur Allison Maslan explains why even successful founders need outside perspective to scale—and how her father's fashion empire taught her this lesson early. Allison Maslan built 10 companies and exited 4, but she still works with mentors today. Why? Because as she learned from her father—who built the largest privately-owned women's fashion business in 1960s-70s America—you're always limited in your view. In this powerful

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01:01:08

Allison Maslan: How To Grow Without Burning Out

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2025/10/29

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider podcast, Brendan McGurgan sits down with Allison Maslan — CEO and founder of Pinnacle Global Network, WSJ Best-Selling Author of Scale or Fail, and a serial entrepreneur who has scaled 10 companies since the age of 19. Alison has been recognised by Forbes as one of the Top 10 Women to Watch and is a regular contributor to Entrepreneur Magazine, with features in Success, Inc., Fortune, Fast Company, and Forbes. She has also appeared as an expert on ABC, CBS,

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51:19

Ranjay Gulati : How to Lead When Fear and Uncertainty...

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2025/10/22

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider podcast, Brendan McGurgan sits down with Ranjay Gulati — Harvard Business School professor, leadership and organisational growth expert, and author of seven books including Deep Purpose: The Heart and Soul of High-Performance Companies. Ranjay joins the show to explore what it truly means to scale with purpose, how leaders can cultivate courage in themselves and others, and the principles that allow businesses to grow rapidly while retaining culture,

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55:30

[REPLAY - from the archive] Kim Scott - Radical...

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2025/10/08

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider podcast, Brendan McGurgan is joined by Kim Scott — bestselling author of Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity and Radical Respect: How to Work Together Better. Kim is also the co-founder of Radical Candor, a company helping leaders worldwide put her frameworks into practice. Previously a CEO coach at Dropbox, Qualtrics, Twitter, and other tech giants, Kim has also been a faculty member at Apple University and held leadership roles at

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01:04:17

Nick Bradley: On Exiting for Millions, Scaling,...

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2025/09/17

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider podcast, Brendan McGurgan sits down once again with Nick Bradley — entrepreneur, private equity veteran, and host of Scale Up Your Business. Nick returns to the show to discuss his brand-new book Exit for Millions: The Private Equity Blueprint for Scaling and Selling Your Business for Maximum Value. We dive deep into: What scaling with purpose means in 2025 Why identity and mindset determine whether your business can scale The biggest mistakes founders

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01:00:17

Robert Glazer: The Simple Way To Lead Better

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2025/09/10

In this episode of ScaleX Insider, we’re joined by Robert Glazer, founder and Chairman of the Board of Acceleration Partners, the premier global partner marketing agency that has won over 30 awards for its world-class company culture. Leading a fully remote team of over 270 people, Robert shares his insights on building high-performance cultures, scaling businesses with purpose, and leading with values that drive both personal and organisational success. Drawing from his experience creating

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01:04:17

Chad Jenkins & Dean Jackson: Vision Alone Won’t Make...

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2025/09/03

In this episode of ScaleX Insider, we’re joined by Chad Jenkins and Dean Jackson to unpack the secrets of scaling businesses with purpose, impact, and clarity. Chad dives into his frameworks like Collaboration Currency and the IC3 formula, while Dean brings his decades of marketing wisdom as the co-creator of I Love Marketing, showing how vision, capability, and reach can be combined to create exponential growth. Together, they explore the VCR formula (Vision + Capability × Reach), demonstrating how

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