In this special BUSINESS episode, Mark Jones of Mr. Blue Sky Consultancy interviews George Scott-Welsh, CEO of IncuHive, at their new location in Houndmills, Basingstoke. George shares his journey as a "serial entrepreneur", the origins of IncuHive, and his unique philosophy on business, failure, and the future of the local business landscape.

• George’s Entrepreneurial Journey: From working as an estate agent at Foxtons and Chestertons to launching the highly successful Kiss Gyms and even running a pub in Devon.
• The IncuHive Story: How George partnered with "wacky" founder Steve Northam to grow IncuHive from a single site to a thriving network of co-working spaces.
• Why Basingstoke?: George explains the move to the Basingstoke market, emphasizing the town’s shift from a corporate hub to a burgeoning startup community.
• The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Insights into the "growth mindset", the necessity of risk-taking, and why persistence and hard work are more important than avoiding failure.
• Defining Failure: A candid look at the "fear of shame" versus the reality of business failure, including George’s personal experiences losing a seven-figure sum during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• The Future of Work: Discussion on "holacracy" (self-governance), the rise of side hustles among Gen Z, and the integration of high-tech features like microchip implants for building access.

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We're proud to be supported by IncuHive with their new location at Stephenson Road, Houndmills, Basingstoke offering dedicated offices, hot desks, and amazing business support. Find out more at incuhive.co.uk and tell them you heard about them at About Basingstoke.

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