Candice Elsmore | Scaling Smart: Strategies for Startup Growth & Leadership | Ep 17

Описание: In this episode of the IJK Podcast, we’re joined by Candice Elsmore, a strategic advisor with a wealth of experience in scaling startups and scale-ups.

Originally from South Africa, Candice has worked across three continents and has a background that spans investment banking at Goldman Sachs, a chief of staff role overseeing large teams, and scaling an advisory business to success as COO.

Now based in the UAE, Candice helps startups and companies navigate the challenges of growth in the fast-paced GCC market.

Join us as we dive into:

Key lessons for scaling startups
The process of transitioning from startup to scale-up
The importance of building the right leadership team
Balancing funding with profitability
Operational strategies for sustainable growth
The role of AI in shaping the future of startups
The startup ecosystem in the UAE

Whether you’re a founder looking to scale or just interested in learning from an expert in the field, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice.

Tune in and don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes on business growth, leadership and innovation.

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Chapters
00:00 Intro & Guest Bio
04:00 Key Lessons from Goldman Sachs
06:00 From Startup to Scale-Up
06:56 Signs You’re Ready to Scale
07:15 Common Scaling Mistakes
08:21 Building the Right Team
10:06 Maintaining Company Culture
12:10 Balancing Funding & Profitability
15:42 Scale-Up Funding Ranges
17:18 Fixing Operational Inefficiencies
19:59 Sustainable vs Rapid Growth
22:56 UAE’s Startup Advantages
27:25 Top Growth Sectors in the GCC
29:49 AI’s Impact on Startups & Scale-Ups
38:35 Exit Strategies & Long-Term Vision
42:52 One Piece of Advice for Founders
45:48 Wrap-Up & Thanks