Build a Business That Lasts | Ep 17 Vernon Lim (Part 1)

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Man On A Mission Show

Tammy Ng and Adeline Ng

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A business podcast where mission-driven founders, creators, and thinkers unpack what it really takes to build an 8-figure brand with purpose. Hosted by Tammy & Adeline, the show explores deep insights, bold strategies, and hard truths from those doing the work—not just talking about it. You’ll hear from rising founders and seasoned visionaries as we break down systems, mindset shifts, and growth levers that help turn bold ideas into real-world impact. Watch on YouTube & follow @manonamissiontalkshow

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Build a Business That Lasts | Ep 17 Vernon Lim (Part 1)

Man On A Mission Show

24 minutes 43 seconds

5 months ago

Build a Business That Lasts | Ep 17 Vernon Lim (Part 1)

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What does it really mean to grow a business?

Is it about scaling? Expanding? Pivoting?

In this episode, we sit down with Vernon Lim—founder of The Business Community and a seasoned growth advisor to SMEs across Singapore—to unpack what most business owners get wrong about growth.

It’s not just strategy. It’s self-awareness.Because sometimes, the real bottleneck isn’t the market—it’s you.

Your Takeaways:

🔍 The difference between growth, scale, and pivot—and why it matters💡 How a piano school owner faced a $500k decision🚀 Stories of SMEs turning fertiliser IP into regional success🤖 How traditional services are quietly transformed by AI🧭 A simple framework to navigate rising costs and shrinking margins

This one’s for the SME founder, the scrappy builder, the operator trying to make sense of a shifting economy.

It’s not just about growing.It’s about growing right.

🎧 Tap play. Send it to someone trying to figure out what’s next for their business.

Timestamps:

00:00 Understanding Business Growth and Scaling

03:43 Pivot vs. Total Change Explained

09:14 Leverage Core Competencies for Growth

11:21 Post-War U.S. Manufacturing Shift

15:39 Singapore Flower Nursery Business

17:58 Singapore Fertiliser Export Expansion

21:55 Scalable Mass Hiring Strategies

22:45 AI Replaces Marketing Consultants