Скачать или смотреть One Video to Watch Before Starting a Business ft. SSR | TTLP - ep.11

In this powerful episode, Epaphra sits down with SSR to uncover the real foundations of successful entrepreneurship and sustainable business growth. Whether you're launching your first startup or fixing a struggling venture, this conversation is packed with real-world strategies you can apply immediately.

SSR breaks down the critical mindset shifts that separate entrepreneurs from traditional businessmen, from building scalable systems and leading effective teams to creating operations that thrive even without your daily involvement. You'll learn how to transition from being just a founder to becoming a true leader.

Together, Epaphra and SSR dive into why so many businesses fail and what it actually takes to scale sustainably. Discover how to design research-driven processes, develop a winning team culture, and prioritize constant innovation through R&D to stay ahead in any market.

This episode is not just about working harder. It’s about working smarter. Watch till the end, take notes, and transform your approach to business leadership, systems thinking, and long-term growth.

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Epaphra
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SSR (Sivaraman S)
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LinkedIn:   / architectssr  

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WHO AM I?
If we haven’t met before - I’m Epaphra, a storyteller, entrepreneur, and content creator with a passion for help create awareness to people about different opportunities. Through my videos, podcasts, and writing, I share transformative insights, practical strategies, and powerful stories to inspire you to grow, take action, and create a life filled with purpose and meaning.

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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Podcast Trailer
00:01:28 Entrepreneur vs. Businessman Mindset
00:06:30 Embracing the Boring Phases of Business
00:08:28 Test Match vs. T20: Business Style Comparison
00:11:08 Steve Jobs vs. Tim Cook: Leadership Lessons
00:11:50 The Internet’s Role in Modern Entrepreneurship
00:14:08 Building Real Businesses Beyond Social Media Followers
00:14:48 How to Start a Business with Minimal Investment
00:18:38 Facing an Identity Crisis as a Founder
00:28:18 Dhoni’s Mindset & How Creators Can Leverage Audiences
00:31:58 Evaluating Unconventional Career Paths
00:33:58 A Simple Framework to Assess Business Ideas
00:39:38 ADHD and Entrepreneurship: Real Talk
00:43:03 Why Focusing on One Business Really Matters
00:43:50 Managing Money as an Entrepreneur
00:46:38 Profit Separation Strategies That Work
00:48:18 How to Optimize Legal Expenses in Business
00:54:08 The Importance of Business Systems
01:05:18 Why Investing in R&D is a Game Changer
01:06:48 Netflix’s Recession Strategy: What You Can Learn
01:07:18 IBM’s R&D Approach: Legacy Lessons for Startups
01:12:00 How Operations and Systems Simplify Life
01:23:18 Open Knowledge Sharing: Building Collaborative Teams
01:30:18 Hiring Better & Retaining Top Talent
01:39:18 Talking to Employees Like a True Leader
01:42:18 Fixing Internal Team Perception Issues
01:47:50 Spotting & Navigating Bad Market Conditions
01:49:18 Setting Layered Goals for Business Growth
01:55:30 The Value of Mentorship in Entrepreneurship
01:56:28 Defining Your ICP (Ideal Customer Profile) & Pricing Strategy
01:59:18 Practical Pricing Strategies That Drive Sales
02:13:18 Avoiding Bad Advice in the Age of Fake Gurus
02:15:48 How to Begin When You Have Nothing