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In this episode of the Rectified podcast, I’m having a conversation with Edmond Matar, a former commercial banker with over 20 years of experience who now helps small businesses secure financing and scale their operations.
Covering everything from evaluating business plans and securing various types of loans to the importance of good credit and the resilience required for entrepreneurial success, this episode is a treasure trove of advice for product-based business founders. Edmond shares insightful stories about businesses that have successfully scaled and offers practical tips for navigating the financial landscape to grow your brand effectively.
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00:00 Welcome to Rectified Podcast
00:37 Meet Edmond Matar: Helping Brands Scale
00:44 Understanding Business Financing
02:37 The Importance of Diversified Clients
03:48 Join the Scale Partner Community
04:14 What Banks Look for in Businesses
07:19 Financing for Startups
13:16 Good Debt vs. Bad Debt in Business
16:47 Success Stories and Long-Term Growth
20:20 The Reality of Entrepreneurship
20:43 A Startup Story: The Collapse of a Partner
21:24 The Hard Work Behind Success
22:22 The Importance of Community and Support
23:08 Resilience and Discipline in Business
25:13 Navigating Banking and Finance
29:21 The Role of a Financial Consultant
37:32 Final Advice for Entrepreneurs