Dealing with Success and Growth

Service Description

SBO Harnessing Growth Intensive – Course Overview This six-week course is for established SBOs looking to accelerate growth while managing the challenges of rapid expansion. It focuses on sustainable scaling strategies, operational excellence, and maintaining business health during periods of rapid expansion. The course includes 6 weekly online group sessions of 2 hours each, with an additional 1 to 3 hours of individual coursework and preparation for each session. Session 1: Growth Strategy and Scaling Fundamentals • Assessing current growth trajectory and capacity • Identifying sustainable growth opportunities • Developing a scalable business model • Creating a strategic growth roadmap Session 2: Financial Management for High-Growth Companies • Cash flow management during rapid expansion • Capital allocation and investment strategies • Financial risk assessment and mitigation • Funding options for accelerated growth (equity, debt, alternative financing) Session 3: Scaling Operations and Systems • Process optimization for scalability • Technology infrastructure for growth (ERP, CRM, automation) • Supply chain and inventory management at scale • Quality control in a rapidly growing environment Session 4: Market Expansion and Advanced Marketing • Market penetration vs. new market entry strategies • Omnichannel marketing for broader reach • Building and leveraging a strong brand during growth • Data-driven decision making in marketing Session 5: Building and Managing High-Performance Teams • Recruitment strategies for rapid scaling • Maintaining culture during fast growth • Leadership development for a growing organization • Performance management and retention in high-growth environments Session 6: Sustainable Growth and Risk Management • Balancing growth with sustainability • Risk assessment and management in high-growth scenarios • Innovation strategies for continued growth • Long-term planning and potential exit strategies