Scaling a business from six to eight figures isn’t just about better marketing or hiring more people — it’s about evolving the entrepreneur behind the business. In this episode, we break down the real barriers to growth — the owner’s mindset and the business model — and explore what it takes to overcome them. You’ll learn why your business can only grow as fast as you do, how to identify when your business model has hit a ceiling, and the power of continuous education and reinvention. Using the metaphor of upgrading “opportunity vehicles,” the episode explains how different business models — from taxis to rockets — determine how far and fast you can go. We also unpack: Why systems, profit margins, and cash flow are the real levers of scale. The importance of quitting non-scalable models and pivoting early. How to balance delivery vs. development to move from chaos to mastery. The undervalued but essential skill of risk-taking and “choosing your hard.” Whether you’re stuck at six figures or scaling past seven, this episode challenges you to upgrade your mindset, re-evaluate your vehicle, and commit to the process of becoming the leader your next level requires. If you’re ready to scale your business with the right systems, mindset, and model — connect with us at https://www.trade-mastermind.co.uk/discovery-day-event-podcast to start building your next-level growth strategy.