"To improve the company, you have to look in the mirror."

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The Business OS

JustCall

9 episodes

8 months ago

Building a business is tough. It takes grit, never-ending days, missed family birthdays, and more coffee than you thought it was possible to drink. Unfortunately, many business operators do all of this and see initial success but then - crickets! They hit a plateau or, worse, fall off the cliff entirely. This is The Business OS, a show powered by JustCall dedicated to ensuring that you don't get lost in that Bermuda Triangle of irrelevance. Join us as we talk to entrepreneurs, business leaders, and real-world operators - folks who know your struggles better than anyone else. They are also the ones with the knowledge and playbooks to help you succeed. Through candid conversations with our guests, we make sure you’ll walk away with actionable takeaways to help you think ahead and pivot fast. True, building a business is tough - and you have to hustle. But it does get easier when you have a Business OS.

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Entrepreneurship

Business,

Careers

"To improve the company, you have to look in the mirror."

The Business OS

44 minutes

1 year ago

"To improve the company, you have to look in the mirror."

Navigating cash flow, fostering international growth, and balancing family dynamics—business leadership is both challenging and rewarding. In this episode of The Business OS, host Kushal Saini Kakkar sits down with Kari Yuers, President and CEO of Kryton International, about her transformative journey in these areas.

Kari shares her experiences from starting in her father's factory as a teenager to expanding the family business into an international powerhouse operating in over 50 countries. She discusses overcoming financial struggles, the importance of trust, navigating the male-dominated construction industry, and Kari’s dedication to sustainability. Kari also highlights the value of a vibrant company culture, continuous learning, and fostering a supportive environment for employees.

You’ll Learn:

Maintaining cash flow is essential for survival, especially in those early stages, way more than profits or revenues
Discover how the long-term perspective of a family business lays the foundation for consistent growth and innovation
Finding the correct partners isn’t just a box to check off, it's about ensuring they align with your vision and mission

Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro

(02:17) Innovations and growth at Kryton International

(04:16) How to navigate a male-dominated industry

(06:18) Challenges and strategies in scaling a family business

(10:27) Long-term vision and international expansion

(15:53) Navigating joint ventures and supplier relations

(22:57) Sustainability in business

(28:46) Building a vibrant company culture

(34:14) Learning to lead by listening

(37:58) Overcoming paralysis by analysis