013 - The Power of Creating a Board of Advisors for a Small Business with Callum Laing

Business Amplified

Business Amplified is a podcast for small business owners, founders, and entrepreneurs who want to become an expert in their own space. This podcast is sponsored by Optimal Performance Academy, a training company for entrepreneurs.

In today's show,

• Kevin Dunlap and Callum Laing discuss the simplicity of business networking, suggesting monthly coffee meetings as a low-cost investment.
• Callum advises keeping board relationships informal initially, focusing on accountability and advice, leading to significant opportunities.
• The impact of transitioning from informal coffee meetings to joining a board is explored, reshaping professional networks and opening new avenues.
• Kevin shares his experience of having an accountability partner and envisions them becoming part of each other's board of directors.
• Callum recommends monthly board meetings to align with business rhythms, educating young businesses on best practices and promoting consistency.
• The importance of international perspectives in board memberships is emphasized, citing experiences in South Africa as an example.
• Callum encourages building a board on an international basis, showcasing the value individuals from different regions bring to each other and the business.
• The duo discusses the benefits of virtual board meetings, highlighting the opportunities presented by connecting with businesses globally.
• Ways to initiate the process of joining a board of directors or finding advisory roles are shared, including Callum's book "Boardroom Blueprint."
• Kevin directs listeners to Callum Laing's website, https://boardroom-blueprint.com, for further resources and information on joining or forming a board of advisors.

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