In this episode of Behind the SME, Adam Kene is joined by Sage Lakhani, COO of Kene Partners, whose career journey has taken her from working at PwC to leading high-performing teams in the SME space. As a Chartered Tax Adviser, Sage brings deep expertise in tax solutions, process optimisation, and team management, paired with a passion for building strong client relationships.

Tune in as Sage shares:

• 🔑 How a COO bridges the gap between vision and execution in SMEs
• 🌱 The importance of embedding values into team culture and daily operations
• 🛠 Practical advice for managing teams, fostering trust and aligning goals

Whether you're managing a team, thinking about hiring a COO, or just looking to refine your operations, this episode is packed with actionable advice you can apply today.

🎧 Join us for an inspiring discussion packed with actionable insights to help you refine your leadership and strategy.

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In this episode, Adam Kene speaks with John Wyer, Founder and Co-owner of Bowles & Wyer, about his 30+ years of experience leading a successful landscape design and build business.

John reflects on navigating crises, redefining business identity, and the powerful role of culture in driving growth. From battling financial challenges to creating a purpose-driven, values-led organization, John’s journey offers invaluable lessons for SME leaders.

Tune in for insights on:

• Building resilience during tough times
• The importance of aligning values with client relationships
• Why culture is the ultimate driver of business success

This is a must-listen for anyone looking to create a business that thrives through purpose and alignment. 🎙️

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In this episode, Hugo and Rupert, co-founders of the AI-powered marketing tech platform Pockla, share their entrepreneurial journey. They dive into the importance of deeply understanding customer needs through discovery calls, rather than focusing solely on product-building.

They also discuss simplifying business hypotheses and objectively testing them based on customer feedback. The duo reflects on their experience with fundraising, emphasising the importance of building long-term relationships with investors and tailoring pitches to their perspective.

As close friends and co-founders, they talk about the value of open communication, handling tough conversations, and maintaining trust. A very candid convo packed with insights on product development, raising capital, and navigating the co-founder relationship.

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