Greg Moran is a multi-exit founder, author and investor behind Scaling Across Borders, a docuseries uncovering how scrappy founders build world-class companies in overlooked markets with grit, creativity, and zero Silicon Valley backing.
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Guest Resources
Scaling Across Borders – Subscribe to Greg’s YouTube channel for the full docuseries uncovering global founders’ stories of grit and growth.
Scaling Across Borders Website – A founder-led docuseries uncovering the real stories of entrepreneurs building in overlooked corners of the world.
Greg Moran LinkedIn – Follow Greg on LinkedIn.
3 Value Bombs
1. Build talent, drive cash. Great founders don’t wait for perfect conditions; they create talent and generate revenue from day one.
2. Constraints breed creativity. Scarcity forces innovation and speed. Founders in underdog markets out-execute those with unlimited funding.
3. Expand your borders. Thinking globally from day one opens access to talent, customers, and resilience most founders never tap into.
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Show Notes
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Today’s Audio MASTERCLASS: How to Scale a Global Business Without Silicon Valley Money
[1:05] – Greg shares something he believes about becoming successful that most people disagree with.
- Think globally and expand your borders of what’s possible right from day one.
[2:00] – Greg talks about scaling from the shadows.
- In overlooked markets, founders must create their own talent; train people from raw potential into high performers.
- Drive cash early. Build revenue streams fast instead of waiting for funding.
- Founders often use service-based income to bootstrap tech ventures.
[4:01] – Greg talks about execution over funding.
- Scarcity drives speed, creativity, and innovation.
- Founders in emerging markets achieve in 12 months what others take three years to do.
- He gives an example of Girafa in Kosovo which built its own e-commerce, media, logistics, and payment systems, creating an ecosystem out of necessity.
- These founders aren’t just building companies; they’re building countries.
[6:57] – Greg talks about the global team building.
- Outsourcing only works if you integrate teams into your company culture.
- Treat global teams as equal partners, expect the same performance and give them ownership.
- If you separate them, you’ll break the culture. If you attach them, they’ll drive your mission.
[9:57] – Greg talks about the scarcity advantage.
- When resources are tight, cash becomes your greatest weapon.
- Forget the VC playbook; profitability is power.
- Founders who drive cash and manage burn rate own their destiny instead of relying on investors.
[12:26] – A timeout to thank our sponsors.
- Intuit QuickBooks: Transform your cash flow and your business this year! Check out QuickBooks money tools today! Learn more at QuickBooks.com/money! Terms apply. Money movement services are provided by Intuit Payments Inc., licensed as a Money Transmitter by the New York State Department of Financial Services.
- HighLevel: The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies! Learn more at HighLevelFire.com!
[15:02] – Greg talks about global talent magnets.
- Redefine “A+ talent”; it’s not just in Silicon Valley.
- Avoid high-cost markets and create a culture of ownership.
- Offer equity, purpose, and belonging to attract top global talent.
- You can’t win the game by playing with someone else’s rules. Expand your borders.
[18:27] – Greg talks about his docuseries Scaling Across Borders.
- Greg’s docuseries tells the stories of founders building in underdog regions like Kosovo and Colombia.
- These entrepreneurs use grit, creativity, and zero Silicon Valley funding to rebuild economies and redefine what’s possible.
- Season 1 spotlights Kosovo’s emerging tech scene; average age under 30 and full of entrepreneurial energy.
- They’re not just building businesses, they’re rebuilding countries.
[21:24] – Call to action.
- Scaling Across Borders – Subscribe to Greg’s YouTube channel for the full docuseries uncovering global founders’ stories of grit and growth.
- Scaling Across Borders Website – A founder-led docuseries uncovering the real stories of entrepreneurs building in overlooked corners of the world.
- Greg Moran LinkedIn – Follow Greg on LinkedIn.
[22:57] – Thank you to our Sponsor!
- HighLevel: The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies! Learn more at HighLevelFire.com!
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