Brendan McGurgan

ScaleX™ Insider Podcast

Business EN ↓ 300 episodes

My name is Brendan McGurgan and I am immersed in the world of scaleup businesses. In 2020, myself and business partner Claire Colvin co-founded Simple Scaling with the sole purpose of inspiring and enabling millions of ambitious leaders to scale with purpose. Over the past two years we have researched and examined our success and the success of those who have 'been there and done it' to create the 10 Principles of Scaling which is enshrined in our ScaleX™ Framework. As an extension of this we have created the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast. Every week I will be having fascinating conversations with a...

Author

Brendan McGurgan

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Business

Podcast website

simplescaling.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Eduardo Briceño: Grind Less, Grow More: Unlock Unexpected Success 22.01.2025

Episode Overview: In this episode of the ScaleX Insider Podcast, host Brendan McGurgan engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Eduardo Briceño, author of  The Performance Paradox and a globally recognised expert on growth mindset and learning organisations. Discover how to move beyond constant grinding, unlock exponential growth, and create a learning-focused culture in your business. Edu...

Doug Gordon: The Mindset Shift That Saved My Life 15.01.2025

Episode Summary: In this episode of the ScaleX Insider Podcast , host Brendan McGurgan welcomes Doug Gordon , a transformational coach, international speaker, and former corporate leader. Doug shares his extraordinary journey from scaling corporate success to overcoming a near-death experience that redefined his purpose. This powerful conversation uncovers insights into leadership, mindset, resili...

Alan Mulally - From Crisis to Icon: The Ford Reinvention 08.01.2025

In this extraordinary episode of ScaleX Insider  we sit down with Alan Mulally , one of the most celebrated leaders of our time. As the former CEO of Ford Motor Company and Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Alan shares the proven principles that guided him through some of the most remarkable business transformations in history. What You'll Learn in This Episode Alan Mulally's insights are a masterclass...

David Coulthard - Plane Crashes, F1 Glory, and Resilience 01.01.2025

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we are thrilled to welcome David Coulthard, a globally recognised Formula One legend and entrepreneur. David will share his powerful insights on how inclusion is the new winning formula, and how Formula One leaders excel at creating solutions, not problems. We'll dive into the keys to building a team of high performers and how to get your team marching in the...

Ryan Tierney: Stop wasting time: Embrace Lean now 25.12.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, I'm thrilled to welcome Ryan Tierney, co-founder of Seating Matters. Ryan and I delve into his transformative journey with Lean principles, discussing how discovering Lean changed the way he worked and led to massive business growth. We explore how small ideas can spark significant changes and drive company success. Ryan also shares his vision for making Irela...

[REPLAY - from the archive] David Allen - Overwhelmed? The secret to clarity and getting stuff done 18.12.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we are delighted to introduce David Allen, a world-renowned expert in the field of productivity. David will share his insights on how clarity in your mind is essential for scaling successfully, and why control may actually be hindering your progress. We'll explore daily mindset hacks for success, and discover how to become the leader your team truly needs. Dav...

David Jenyns: The #1 mistake that stops your business scaling 11.12.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, I'm excited to welcome David Jenyns, the founder of SYSTEMology. David and I dive into the crucial role systems play in business success, discussing how they can either make or break your company. We explore the secret to creating a thriving business—it's all about systemising! David shares his insights on how creative entrepreneurs can sell the impossible and...

Claire Colvin Season 14 Recap: Success is useless if you are miserable 04.12.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, I'm thrilled to once again welcome my business partner, Claire Colvin. Claire and I recap our most powerful moments from Season 14 and discuss how embracing fear as your greatest growth opportunity has reshaped our perspective on both business and life. We dive into the profound impact of sleep on team success, sharing insights on how prioritising rest has unl...

Eric Partaker: The Secret to Turning Failure Into Success 27.11.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we're excited to welcome Eric Partaker, a renowned entrepreneur, coach, and author. Eric will share his powerful strategies on turning failure into success and how the constant pursuit of being 'busy' can actually hinder your performance. We'll dive into how you can align your day with your dream identity and explore the 80/20 rule to focus on what truly matte...

Christian Boucousis - How Perception Determines Your Performance 20.11.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we're excited to welcome Christian Boucousis, a former fighter pilot turned successful entrepreneur, whose unique journey has given him invaluable insights into performance, mindset, and business growth. Christian will share how perception shapes your performance, why failure is often the first step to success, and how changing your mindset can transform your...

Walker Deibel: Why Nobody's Buying Your Business 13.11.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we're thrilled to welcome Walker Deibel, a seasoned acquisition entrepreneur, bestselling author, and expert in business growth through strategic acquisitions. Walker will delve into the art of making money by buying the right business, offering practical insights on how to evaluate a business's true cash flow and understanding the reality behind so-called "ch...

Jordan Godbey - Want to Scale Fast? Build a Community NOW 06.11.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we're excited to welcome Jordan Godbey, a leading expert in community building. Jordan will delve into how community can be your secret weapon for growth and share insights on pricing strategies to help you discover your true worth. We'll explore essential topics like building a business that fits your life, achieving community clarity as the first step to suc...

David Robson - Science Secrets to Transform Your Mindset 30.10.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we're excited to welcome David Robson, an award-winning science writer and expert on human behaviour and potential. David will explore science secrets to transform your mindset. We'll dive into powerful hacks for building self-efficacy, strategies for fostering confidence in yourself and others, and the science behind the Expectation Effect and positive focus....

Dr. BJ Fogg: How Tiny Habits Can Lead to Massive Life Transformation 23.10.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, I'm excited to welcome Dr. BJ Fogg, a world-renowned expert in behaviour design and the author of Tiny Habits. We explore how small, daily actions can lead to massive life transformations and discuss his strategies for hacking the brain to master success. Dr. Fogg  shares insights on simplifying motivation, starting with making others feel great, and how one k...

Edward Keelan - The #1 reason you won't get investment – And how to fix it 16.10.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we're thrilled to have Edward Keelan, a partner at Octopus Ventures. With a focus on B2B software and extensive experience in venture capital, Edward will discuss the #1 reason startups fail to secure investment and how to fix it. We'll explore the journey from startup to scale-up, the challenges founders must face, and how to determine if your business is sca...

Jamie Waller - Why I Want To See Job Ads Seeking Dyslexic Thinkers! 09.10.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we're thrilled to have Jamie Waller — entrepreneur, dyslexia advocate, and author of The Dyslexic Edge. We'll explore his vision for job ads that seek dyslexic thinkers and how his motto of being kind, useful, and present leads to success. Jamie will share how dyslexia didn't hinder him but fueled his fortune and discuss the idea that dyslexia can be more than...

Chris Do - Be the architect of your success or the victim of your excuses 02.10.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we're excited to have Chris Do—an Emmy award-winning designer, CEO of Blind, and founder of The Futur. Join us as we explore how to fail forward on the real path to success and uncover the last text that reveals a wealthy habit grounded in love. We'll dive into why a great brand won't work if your product sucks, and learn how to create a brand that connects on...

Rob Dial - Entrepreneurs fail daily. This is how you win 25.09.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, I'm excited to introduce Rob Dial, speaker, coach, and viral content creator. Rob shares insights on building the life you want through business, overcoming daily entrepreneurial challenges, and the role of identity in scaling. We explore his tips on turning fear into fuel, why working hard but resting harder is essential, and the power of visualisation for su...

Scaling stories: From Family Business to Global Health Movement with Patrick Woods 18.09.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, I'm thrilled to welcome Patrick Woods, the Managing Director of Linwoods Health Foods. We explore his journey from a family-owned store to a global health movement and discuss his transformative experience with the ScaleX Accelerator. Patrick shares insights on balancing family and business priorities, navigating family business succession, and the impact of t...

[REPLAY - from the archive] Dr. Jim Loehr - Why Mental Toughness Alone Won't Save You 11.09.2024

In today's conversation we sit down with Dr. Jim Loehr and we discuss why mental toughness wont save you as well as the Power of Noble Purpose,  the High Performance Pyramid, Mental Toughness, The Story of Dan Jansen, The Role of Journaling, Leading Self Before Others, Creating New Stories, Navigating Life with Purpose and Developing a Growth Mindset . About Jim Loehr Dr. Jim Loehr is a world-reno...

[REPLAY - from the archive] Dr. Mithu Storoni: The Ultimate Guide to Living a Stress Free Life 04.09.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, I'm excited to welcome Dr. Mithu Storoni. We dive into the morning habits of high achievers and how the "Grow or Die" mentality is crucial for scaling success. Dr. Storoni offers practical tips for mastering stress and reveals the hidden health dangers associated with it. We also discuss the purpose-driven path to success, exploring why aligning with your valu...

Brendan McGurgan and Claire Colvin: Season's 13 most powerful moments 28.08.2024

In today's episode, I'm thrilled to once again welcome my business partner, Claire Colvin. Claire and I recap our most powerful moments from Season 13 and discuss how unlocking motivation by aligning with your values has reshaped our approach to both business and life. We explore the transformative effects of self-reflection on health, sharing personal insights on how practices like cold water swi...

Wim Hof on Breathing, Cold, and Truth 21.08.2024

In today's episode of ScaleX Insider, I had a fascinating conversation with Wim Hof, the "Iceman," known for his extraordinary cold endurance feats. Wim shared his journey from distress to control through his Ice Bath Method and how personal loss fueled his mission to impact billions. We explored the science of brain control, the ultimate stress resilience technique, and the true purpose of leader...

Dr. Jonathan Fisher - Seven traits of the heart that could save your life and business 14.08.2024

In today's episode we catch up with Dr Jonathan Fisher, author of the Book 'Just One Heart'. In today's episode we discuss 'Seven Traits of the Heart That Could Save Your Life and Business'. Why you need to understand the nature of your own mind Why you need a warm heart to heal your own wounds. Why Your brain is sabotaging your joy Why your identity is your happiness thief Why it's time to lighte...

John Assaraf - Suffering ends when self-leadership begins 07.08.2024

In today's episode, we sit down with John Assaraf who is known as "The Brain Whisperer". John is a high-performance success coach and leading behavioural neuroscience researcher. In today's discussion, we discuss why suffering ends when self-leadership begins, how to train your mind and unlock superhuman focus, how to unleash your inner symphony with life changing secrets, how to turn your vision...

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