What does it take to scale 15 ventures without burning out - or losing control? In this episode, I speak with Ashwin Bhadri, serial entrepreneur and CEO of Equinox Labs, whose businesses span India and the U.S. Ashwin breaks down how he evolved from a controlling founder to a systems-driven mentor, and how that shift unlocked sustainable growth.We dive into the real mechanics of leadership, hiring, delegation, and staying focused while juggling multiple ventures.In this episode, you'll learn:How to move from micromanaging to mentoring without sacrificing quality.Why hiring for alignment beats hiring for skill alone.The systems Ashwin uses to run seven companies simultaneously.How Eastern philosophy shapes his approach to business and decision-making.What role AI plays in scaling - and why human connection still matters most.Ashwin also shares how his early passion for chess taught him strategy, focus, and long-term thinking - traits he now applies to leadership at scale.🔑 Key takeaways:Clear expectations are more powerful than constant oversightEmpowering people is the fastest route to sustainable growthCulture matters as much as systems when scaling across geographiesLetting go of control can be a founder’s greatest growth moment📣 Like the episode?Tap like, drop your thoughts in the comments, and subscribe for more real conversations with high-impact leaders across industries.Connect with Ashwin Bhadri: 🔗Connect with Ashwin Bhadri on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashwinbhadri/Check Ashwin’s website: https://www.ashwinbhadri.com/Write to Ashwin Bhadri: [email protected] with me here:🎬YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewtallents 📲 X: https://x.com/andrewtallents📲 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewtallents🌐 Website: https://www.tallents-partnership.com/📖 Get my book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09NZRZH4J📰 Weekly Newsletter: https://bit.ly/selfcoaching-newsletter📞 Write me: [email protected] Moments:00:00:41 - Meet Ashwin Badri: Serial Entrepreneur and Startup Mentor00:01:51 - Ashwin's Childhood and Education00:08:08 - Early Leadership Challenges and Growth00:12:29 - Entrepreneurial Grit and Scaling Businesses00:16:04 - Accountability and Managing Multiple Businesses00:20:29 - Overcoming Personal Challenges as a Leader00:24:27 - Eastern Philosophy in Business and AI's Impact00:33:58 - Future Goals and Legacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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