Brave Bold Brilliant

How do you sell your business and maximise its value? This issue can seem daunting and confusing to many, and so seeking the best advice possible is essential. In this episode, Jeannette takes you through some tips, tricks and things to bear in mind, so that you can make the most from your merger, acquisition or sale. KEY TAKEAWAYS  Get really clear on what it is you want from your sale. Look at y...

Jeannette talks to TEDs Speaker, entrepreneur, public speaking coach and self-professed "igniter" of ideas and motivations - Dan Ram - a man responsible for global startups, and hosting events featuring the likes of Barack Obama, Sir Richard Branson and Reid Hoffman. Dan discusses the power of immersing yourself within the uncertain from time to time, why curiosity is the key to unlocking potentia...

In this episode, Jeannette talks about how to attract talented people to your business or team. Then, hold onto them. She looks at how to keep people engaged, reward them, and ultimately get the best results from your team. Doing so by sharing 12 tips that can be applied in any type of business. KEY TAKEAWAYS There is a war on talent, right now. People are at the heart of any good business. You ne...

Jeannette is joined by Neil Fillbrook, one of the most experienced and renowned international bankers in the sector, and a man with over two decades of experience, having worked with such respected names as Royal Sun Alliance and HSBC, and now acts as President and CEO of Bankbrokers Consultancy Group. Neil joins Jeannette to talk about his fascinating career, and what has changed and evolved in t...

John Lewis have recently announced their intention to diversify their business model, and start investing in property. They plan to spend £500m on building over a thousand rental homes over the forthcoming year. But what will this mean for your own property investing portfolio? In this episode, Jeanette unpacks the story and talks about the impact of such a fascinating new foray for one of the cou...

In this episode, Jeannette talks to Steven Daines who is the Chief Talent & Culture Officer and a member of Accor’s Executive Committee. He trained as a banker but decided to take a different direction and joined Carnival Cruise Lines which gave him the travel and hospitality bug. They discuss diversity in-depth. How it benefits companies and the challenges that need to be overcome to achieve true...

In this episode, Jeannette talks about creating a recession-proof business using Burberry as an example of how to do it. In terms of year-end results, Burberry generated revenues of £1.35 billion despite trading in today´s difficult economic climate. So, what does that mean for your business or the department you run for someone else? What can you learn from Burberry? Jeannette has done the analys...

Jeannette Linfoot, who from humble beginnings in Manchester, is now a business coach and mentor with a wealth of experience in travel, leisure, and hospitality and runs her own property business. She also runs the Brave Bold, Brilliant podcast when she somehow finds the time and rocks out to ACDC, Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Foo Fighters.  In this enlightening episode, David talks to her about her...

In this episode, Jeannette talks about turning your accent into your superpower. She explains how, at one stage, she felt self-conscious about her own accent and how she came to understand that having a distinctive accent was in fact an advantage. Something she could leverage and benefit from, which is exactly what you can do with your own accent using the tips Jeannette shares. KEY TAKEAWAYS  Reg...

In this episode, Jeannette talks to Mark Wright who went from arriving in the UK with only £172 in his pocket to winning The Apprentice, in 2014. He applied for the show because he was desperate to secure finance for a business idea. Several banks had already turned him down. It worked! Lord Sugar initially invested £250k before becoming a 50% shareholder as well as Mark´s business partner and men...

In this episode, Jeannette talks about quitting your job and becoming your own boss. Whether this is something you've been thinking about for a while, or you've just started on that journey yourself, this episode is for you. In it, Jeannette shares an 8-step process you can use to determine if working for yourself is likely to be the right choice, then if you decide it is, put together a plan to g...

For this episode, Jeannette is joined by Ian Price, who is the director of the Confederation of British Industry here in Wales. They talk about all things business. Including starting companies, scaling them and how the CBI can help. As well as discussing some of the trends and pressures that many people are feeling at the moment.   Ian also talks about his career journey. He also explains what th...

In this episode, Jeannette is interviewed by Michael Jackson’s bodyguard, Matt Fiddes. He asks her about leading some of the world’s biggest travel firms, before leaving the industry to become an entrepreneur and setting up her mentoring, business advisory service and property companies. They talk about the various property business models. Discussing the pros and cons. In particular, about servic...

In this episode, Jeannette talks to Matthew Campbell Laurenza the co-founder and CEO of MCL Design. He is a sculptor, artist, designer, lecturer, and philanthropist. Matthew creates beautiful jewellery, which is worn by some of the biggest celebrities in the world. Pieces that people can display as art, as well as wear and use as a form of personal expression.   He talks about how thinking outside...

In this episode, Jeannette talks about how to get more done in less time. She shares 5 techniques that anyone who is feeling overwhelmed or unproductive to get more done without overstressing. They are all methods that Jeannette has used herself, so you can be sure that they work. Including how to ditch things that are on your to-do list that really should not be there. KEY TAKEAWAYS Writing down...

In this episode, Jeannette talks to George Evans, who is an advocate for the trans community. He speaks openly about realising that he was a man despite being raised as a girl and his transition journey, which he started in his late teens.   They discuss what being trans means and what it is like. George explains, what he did when he realised that the NHS was unable to help him to transition, how...

In this episode, Jeannette talks about taking control of your life and your destiny, whatever that may be for you. She shares 10 simple steps anyone can take to do exactly that. Things Jeannette knows work because she has used them in her own life.   KEY TAKEAWAYS   Often, people feel out of control. Take note if you do feel that way. Your choices are your choices, and no one else’s. Knowing and a...

In this episode, Jeannette talks to Robin Hills about emotional intelligence, emotional quotient, and psychometric profiling. He explains what they are and how people can learn how to use them to become more successful. To understand themselves, and what makes them make poor decisions so that they can change that and start to get out of their own way.   KEY TAKEAWAYS   For entrepreneurs, psycholog...

In this episode, Jeannette talks about understanding your why, your purpose. We are all taught to focus on what we do rather on why we are doing it. Jeannette explains how to turn things on their head and start with why. A simple change in thought process that is incredibly powerful.     KEY TAKEAWAYS   We are all programmed to focus on what we do and how. Very few of us think about why we are doi...

In this episode, Jeannette talks to Laurence Newman, the co-founder and CEO of CurrentBody. A company that enables people to experience wellness, anti-ageing and beauty treatments which were previously only easily available from spas, clinics and beauty parlours. They talk about his entrepreneurship and the experiences he had while starting his business. Including, raising finance, building a bran...

In this episode, Jeannette talks about how to stop wasting time and energy when making decisions. She explains how to stop procrastinating and become someone who can make sound decisions, quickly and with confidence. The strategies she shares in this episode are all relatively simple to implement. They can be used by anyone and effectively deployed in your personal as well as your business life. K...

In this episode, Jeannette talks to Maxyne Ryan who is a professionally trained jazz and soul singer. Who also sings funk, disco, and soul. Prior to this, Maxyne worked at a senior level in the corporate world, managing big teams and budgets.   She explains why in her 40s she gave up her very well-paid corporate job to study at The Guildhall School of Music and secured her Masters degree. Doing so...

In this episode, Jeannette talks about an issue that she herself suffers from – imposter syndrome. Feeling that you are not good enough or do not fit in despite the fact that there is a lot of evidence to show that you are not viewed in that way. She explains what imposter syndrome is and why so many of us suffer from it. Then, shares 10 simple things you can do to reduce how often you feel that w...

In this episode, Jeannette talks to Steve Byrne who is the CEO of Travel Counsellors. They discuss the 3 evolutionary stages the business has gone through. A journey that resulted in double-digit growth every year to the point where turnover is now at £700 million.   Steve explains how the company has benefitted from actively working to do the right thing for its customers and to be the best. They...

In this episode, Jeannette talks about becoming a great leader. Providing advice that anyone who is in a leadership role can use to improve the way that they lead. The tips and strategies that she shares is highly relevant whether you have just been promoted and now lead a team or are a mature leader who wants to take the next step.   KEY TAKEAWAYS   Some people have natural attributes that help t...