• Journey to Business Ownership: Tenacity, Challenges and Triumphs with Adam Boyd
    May 20 2025

    In the inaugural episode of the Business Growth Show, host Chris welcomes
    Adam Boyd of Trinity Training and Development Group. Chris and Adam reflect
    on their 15-year-old acquaintance, discuss Adam's relentless journey from
    contemplating owning a business to finally acquiring one, and the substantial
    hurdles he overcame along the way. Adam describes his experiences of failed
    starts, overcoming discouragement, the importance of persistent networking,
    and the complexities of securing financing. He shares insights into his efforts
    in consulting, training, and eventually finding a fitting business opportunity in
    the training space. Adam also details the blending of his sales training
    business, Northwood Group, into Trinity, his emphasis on developing excellent
    managers, both in sales and operational contexts, and how these efforts
    culminate in sustainable, impactful business growth. The episode provides
    valuable takeaways on perseverance, aiming for balanced personal and
    professional life, and the extensive teamwork required for successful business
    acquisitions and management.

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    #BusinessGrowth #TrinityTraining #FrontlineLeadership #SmallBusinessSuccess
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    00:00 Welcome and Introduction

    00:17 The Journey Begins: Early Challenges and Determination

    01:14 Failed Starts and New Beginnings

    02:45 The Turning Point: Finding the Right Opportunity

    06:15 Navigating the Acquisition Process

    11:33 Building and Integrating the New Business

    13:06 Training and Development: The Core of Success

    19:59 Creating Ownership in Learning

    20:11 Hands-On Sales Training

    20:44 The Importance of Practice and Feedback

    22:04 Role of Sales Managers

    24:27 Unified Sales Language

    26:28 Cultural Change in Organizations

    28:00 Debunking Sales Myths

    30:41 Ideal Clients and Case Studies

    35:58 Contact Information and Conclusion

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    40 mins