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Sep 29, 2025 13 min

Why SMEs matter

from The Intentional Business: Human | Leadership | Digital & AI Hosted by Sam Hurley | 25eight

In this podcast episode, Sam, the CEO of 25eight and host of the podcast, shares her journey from being an international sales and marketing director to becoming an entrepreneur focused on empowering small and medium-sized businesses. She discusses the importance of education, the challenges faced by SMEs, and the need for business owners to operate on their own terms. Sam emphasises the significance of time management and the balance between personal and professional growth. Takeaways Sam introduces herself and her background in business. How she transitioned from a corporate career to entrepreneurship. Education is a catalyst for change and important for business success. Small and medium-sized businesses are crucial for economic development. Time management is a key challenge for business owners. Empowering business owners to run their businesses on their own terms is essential. The importance of community and support for startups is highlighted. Sam's business focuses on providing accessible education and tools for SMEs. There is value in slow growth and incremental progress in business. The podcast aims to inspire and provide confidence to business owners. keywords: business, entrepreneurship, small business, marketing, education, leadership, digital tools, community, empowerment, growth Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sam and her Journey 02:55 Transitioning to Business Coaching and Education 07:46 The Importance of Small and Medium-Sized Businesses 12:20 Empowering Business Owners to Succeed

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