The difference between a thriving business and a failing one often comes down to fixing small problems before they snowball. Mike Hawker, Managing Partner at CoDev, knows this firsthand. From scaling companies to running dozens of ultramarathons, he’s learned that success—whether in business or endurance sports—comes down to preparation, resilience, and pacing yourself. In this episode, he shares:
- The ‘hot spot’ rule: Minor inefficiencies in your business are like blisters in a race—ignore them, and they’ll take you out later. How to spot and fix small issues before they become major failures.
- The right mentor can change everything. Mike shares how a simple ask turned into a years-long mentorship that shaped his career.
- Remote work isn’t always the answer. Why companies should rethink their approach to global teams and how to support employees beyond just a paycheck.
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