In The Business

Steve Chadwick spent 40 years in the corporate world before turning his focus to helping business owners master their mindset. In this episode he shares why most founders feel trapped by the very business they built, how to shift from “I have to” to “I choose to,” and why great leaders delegate not dominate. We get into the Reticular Activating System, your brain’s internal filter, how to reprogra...

In this episode we sit down with Ian March , a mindset and hypnosis coach who helps entrepreneurs regulate their nervous system and rebuild calm from the inside out. Ian breaks down what happens when you lose control under pressure and how simple breathing techniques can instantly reset your body and mind. He explains the power of meditation, visualisation, and posture in building real confidence...

Rohan (Plannex) breaks down how to win by going tighter, not broader, serving a defined niche (financial planners) and shipping before you overthink. We get into why the best companies start microscopically small, how to turn a community into real world events, and why “just do it” isn’t a slogan, it’s the operating system. If you’re still polishing the plan six months later, this one’s for you. Y...

In this episode, we’re joined by Jake Slinn, founder of JS Global Group, who started his business from his bedroom at just 19 years old with only £400 in the bank turning it into a multi-million-pound operation. Jake shares the full story of how he built one of the UK’s most unique waste management and salvage businesses, dealing with everything from counterfeit goods and seized containers to aban...

In this episode, we sit down with Norbert Csorba , a UEFA-qualified coach whose journey from hospitality and construction to academy football at Watford is built on sacrifice, persistence, and emotional intelligence. Norbert shares how his struggles has shaped his coaching philosophy,  focused on people, process, and mindset. We talk about what truly separates academy players from grassroots ones,...

In this episode, we speak with Ashley Johnson, founder of Hyja, a company helping businesses build meaningful partnerships with charities through corporate social responsibility (CSR).Ashley shares how his own experiences with the NHS and family health challenges shaped his mission to help companies make a real impact. From distributing surplus stock to local charities, to creating long-term commu...

From one small bakery to a £10 million business with 200 staff and 10 locations, Steve Magnall’s journey shows what real entrepreneurship looks like. He shares how he worked seven days a week, and scaled Two Magpies Bakery from £450K turnover to millions. A powerful story about risk, resilience, and what it really takes to grow a business from the ground up.

From salon chair to startup founder, Alisia, the creator of Paiire Beauty, shares her journey from freelance makeup artist to tech entrepreneur. After two decades in the beauty industry, Alisia realised there was no platform that truly supported artists like her, so she built one. With no tech background, she taught herself the startup world, raised investment, and turned an idea she had in the sh...

We’ve officially hit 20 episodes and what a journey it’s been. In this episode we look back at everything we’ve learned so far from speaking with founders, CEOs and entrepreneurs across the UK. From building multimillion pound companies to starting from nothing, every guest has taught us something that’s changed the way we think about business. We break down the five biggest lessons that have stuc...

From selling his car and starting out with a rusty van to scaling a cleaning company with over 150 staff, George Pennell’s journey proves that you don’t need a flashy idea to build a successful business. In this episode, George shares how he spotted an opportunity during Covid, took a huge risk, and turned oven cleans into major commercial contracts — including a £3m TV production set. We talk abo...

  In this conversation, grief coach Kate Nudds shares her journey from a successful recruitment career to becoming a grief coach after experiencing profound personal loss. She discusses the differences between coaching and counseling, emphasizing the goal-oriented nature of coaching in contrast to the present-focused approach of counseling. Kate highlights how grief can serve as a catalyst for per...

In this episode, Ben Coomber shares his journey from personal health struggles to becoming a high-performance coach and entrepreneur. We dive into his philosophy of ‘awesome living’, tackling limiting beliefs, mastering self-regulation, and finding true balance between work, health, and family. Ben also opens up about the realities of building a supplement brand, overcoming setbacks, and why quali...

In this conversation, Dan Farr discusses the essentials of copywriting.

In this episode, we’re joined by Julius Grut , a viral content strategist who’s worked with top entrepreneurs and brands to create videos that rack up millions of views. Julius breaks down the psychology behind what actually makes a video go viral and why the first three seconds are the most important part of any post. He shares his three core principles for creating content that performs and why...

In this conversation, Andrew shares his extensive journey in sales and business development, detailing his early experiences, career transitions, and the lessons learned along the way.

In this conversation, Ben Herbert shares his journey from overcoming physical challenges at birth to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the health and fitness industry.

In this conversation, we speak to Miguel, one of the founders and the CEO of The Eight App, and we explore the raising capital and the challenges and friction that can occur when building a company between founders.

In this conversation, Nick Hampton shares his journey from a young entrepreneur selling sweets to running a successful accountancy practice. He discusses the importance of understanding tax laws, common misconceptions about taxation, and the role of accountants as business advisors.

In this conversation, Caroline Russell, a financial advisor, discusses the importance of financial education, especially for young people. She emphasizes the need for understanding personal finance basics, the benefits of starting to invest early, and the significance of compound interest.

In this conversation, Janine discusses her journey in starting Media Pimps, the impact of COVID on her business, and the importance of authenticity in social media branding.

In this episode, we explore how Jenna turned an idea into a business, scaling to over 400 events per year.

In this conversation, Perran shares his journey of transforming his passion for photography and videography into a business.

In this conversation, Stephen shares his journey into e-commerce and digital marketing, detailing his early experiences with eBay and the evolution of his career into Facebook ads. 

In this conversation, we expolre the franchise Geek Retreat.

In this conversation, Scott shares his extensive experience as a serial entrepreneur, discussing his journey of building and selling businesses. He emphasises the importance of having a clear exit strategy from the start, the value of recurring revenue, and the significance of mission-driven businesses