The HR Community Podcast
14 September 2026
Unstoppable Business Growth with Shiran Faast
Business growth is often portrayed as a formula: increase revenue, hire more people, and expand into new markets. In reality, growth is far less predictable. It demands strong leadership, disciplined execution, and the ability to make sound decisions when certainty is in short supply. We are joined by Shiran Faast, entrepreneur, investor, and growth strategist,…
Business growth is often portrayed as a formula: increase revenue, hire more people, and expand into new markets. In reality, growth is far less predictable. It demands strong leadership, disciplined execution, and the ability to make sound decisions when certainty is in short supply. We are joined by Shiran Faast, entrepreneur, investor, and growth strategist, to discuss what separates businesses that continue to scale from those that stall after early success.
We discuss the realities of scaling a business, including the leadership challenges that emerge as organisations grow, the importance of building strong foundations, and why many businesses struggle to move beyond their current stage of success. Shiran shares insights from working with founders and leadership teams, explaining how clear decision-making, accountability, and strategic thinking can create momentum and unlock long-term growth.
From there, we explore the people side of business growth. Hiring the right individuals, developing leadership capability, and maintaining a strong culture become increasingly important as teams expand. Shiran explains why successful leaders learn to let go of operational detail, empower others to take ownership, and focus their energy on the activities that create the greatest impact. We also discuss resilience, innovation, and the role that calculated risk-taking plays in business success.
Finally, we look ahead at the opportunities and challenges facing modern businesses, including the impact of technology, changing workforce expectations, and the leadership skills that will matter most in the years ahead. As markets become more competitive and change accelerates, organisations that remain adaptable and people-focused will be best positioned to thrive.
If you care about leadership, business growth, entrepreneurship, building high-performing teams, and creating organisations that scale successfully, subscribe, share this episode with a business leader in your network, and leave a review so more people can discover the show. What do you think is the biggest challenge businesses face when trying to achieve sustainable growth?
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