Show notes
Oct 25, 2023
Welcome to ScaleUp Radio, the podcast dedicated to helping businesses like yours scale up and thrive. I'm your host, Kevin Brent, and today, we have an extraordinary guest who's been on an incredible journey of entrepreneurship and education innovation.
We'll be diving deep into the world of scaling up businesses and leadership with our guest, David Harkin, the CEO and founder of 8Billionideas. This ed tech and services company is revolutionizing education worldwide, focusing on critical curriculum learning in areas such as entrepreneurship, career education, and life skills.
David and his team operate on a global scale, partnering with schools and educational institutions to provide invaluable services. They've not only faced challenges but also achieved remarkable success, and today, we're going to uncover the secrets behind their journey.
We'll discuss the power of high-quality lessons, understanding competition, pivoting for success, and the critical moments that shaped Eight Billion Ideas into the thriving business it is today.
So, whether you're an entrepreneur, educator, or simply someone with a passion for innovative solutions in education, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss.
Scaling up your business isn't easy, and can be a little daunting. Let ScaleUp Radio make it a little easier for you. With guests who have been where you are now, and can offer their thoughts and advice on several aspects of business. ScaleUp Radio is the business podcast you've been waiting for.
If you would like to be a guest on ScaleUp Radio, please click here:
https://bizsmarts.co.uk/scaleupradio/apply
You can get in touch with Kevin here:
kevin@biz-smart.co.uk
Most founders I speak to feel busy but stuck; plenty happening, but not always clear on what genuinely matters most this quarter. If that’s you, the G90 Summit is worth a look. A structured half-day where we work through everything competing for your attention, get clear on the three to five things that must happen in the next 90 days, then commit to them and build the system to make sure they actually happen. Quarterly, virtual, £97 a seat.
Find David here:
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/davidjharkin
The Ripple Effect:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ripple-Effect-surprisingly-changes-mindset/dp/1912300648
And all about 8Billionideas here:
https://uk.linkedin.com/company/8billionideas
https://www.8billionideas.com/
As well as David’s recommendations:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/0241958229
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lean-Women-Work-Will-Lead/dp/0753541629
https://www.ted.com/talks/sir_ken_robinson_do_schools_kill_creativity?language=en\
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Where-Good-Ideas-Come-Innovation/dp/0141033401