Built for Speed: Scaling Brands & Building a Legacy - Steve Laidlaw
Tue Jun 17 2025
Join us on this episode of Raising the Barr as we sit down with Steve Laidlaw, a powerhouse entrepreneur who’s built and scaled multiple businesses across a range of industries.
Steve walks us through his journey, from launching his first company in 2007 to becoming a trusted consultant and mentor. He shares honest insights on scaling challenges, the power of authenticity in personal branding, and how to maintain both mental and physical wellbeing as a business owner.
This episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration for entrepreneurs looking to sharpen their strategy, strengthen their brand, and build with purpose.00:00 Welcome to Raising the Barr00:45 Steve’s Entrepreneurial Journey Begins02:25 The Challenges of Business Growth09:01 Transitioning to Consulting and Mentoring13:19 The Importance of Personal Branding21:09 Choosing the Right Clients26:50 The Dubai Summer Business Phenomenon28:11 Growth Strategy and Sustainable Scaling28:56 The Importance of Business Fundamentals32:12 Managing Reputation in the Digital Age34:21 The Role of PR in Business Success36:13 Personal Transformation and High Performance Mindset40:08 Balancing Emotions and Diversifying Projects45:47 Future Plans and Legacy Building48:10 Inspirations and Closing Thoughts
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Join us on this episode of Raising the Barr as we sit down with Steve Laidlaw, a powerhouse entrepreneur who’s built and scaled multiple businesses across a range of industries. Steve walks us through his journey, from launching his first company in 2007 to becoming a trusted consultant and mentor. He shares honest insights on scaling challenges, the power of authenticity in personal branding, and how to maintain both mental and physical wellbeing as a business owner. This episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration for entrepreneurs looking to sharpen their strategy, strengthen their brand, and build with purpose.00:00 Welcome to Raising the Barr00:45 Steve’s Entrepreneurial Journey Begins02:25 The Challenges of Business Growth09:01 Transitioning to Consulting and Mentoring13:19 The Importance of Personal Branding21:09 Choosing the Right Clients26:50 The Dubai Summer Business Phenomenon28:11 Growth Strategy and Sustainable Scaling28:56 The Importance of Business Fundamentals32:12 Managing Reputation in the Digital Age34:21 The Role of PR in Business Success36:13 Personal Transformation and High Performance Mindset40:08 Balancing Emotions and Diversifying Projects45:47 Future Plans and Legacy Building48:10 Inspirations and Closing Thoughts