The Merri-Cast

This week, I am joined by Felicity Cowie – Founder of Cowiecom , Business Consultant, International Communications Trainer, Author, and an award-winning former BBC, ITV, and Panorama journalist. As a former journalist turned entrepreneur myself, I could resonate with a lot of what Felicity had to say and I’m sure you will as well. In this episode, Felicity discusses 6 questions that can work for b...

Entrepreneur or not, it’s important to know the value in what you do and for our latest guest on ‘The Merri-Cast’, it’s no different. Joining me today is the fantastic Jude Jennison – Founder of Leaders by Nature , Founder of AskOpus Ltd , Coach, Author, Speaker, and Podcast Host.  In this episode, Jude discusses: Having a thirst for knowledge at a young age Looking for value in what you do Being...

Being connected to your purpose and your ‘why’ is important for any entrepreneur and for my brilliant guest Zoe Walters , it’s absolutely integral. Zoe is the Founder & CEO of The OutPlacers , a self-employed Coach & Consultant at ‘Zig Zag Consulting Ltd’, and Founder & Head Coach of ‘The Coach House Club’. In this episode, Zoe discusses knowing yourself well enough that your intuition...

Today, I am joined by the brilliant Bob Quick - CEO of Blue Light Global Solutions and Executive Director of Global Secure Accreditation .  Previously, Bob had a hugely successful 30+year career as a detective in the police force.  In this episode, he discusses: Being resilient to disappointment The two vital qualities you need as an entrepreneur Learning from your mistakes Why you need people aro...

On today's episode, I am joined by the insightful Andrew Armes – Cultural Architect, Coach, and Leadership Development Expert and Founder of The Purposeful Practice Ltd.  Previously, Andrew was a self-employed Leadership Development Consultant, Head of Talent Acquisition at 'Roche', and also co-founded The Spring Project.  In this episode, he discusses:  A life changing experience ...

After a short break, The Merri-Cast podcast is back and I’m thrilled that my next guest is the brilliant David Mellor – Founder of David Mellor Publishing . David has had a fantastic career. Previously, he was Director of David Mellor Mentoring for 14 years, Director of Azure Partners limited for over 15 years, and also has 25 years’ experience in commercial and investment banking. He has also pub...

On today’s episode, I am joined by Mac Attram – World-Class Business Trainer & Coach, #1 International Bestselling Author, International Speaker, and Founder & CEO of MindSpace Coaching .  This episode is filled with incredible wisdom and advice from Mac. He discusses passion vs purpose, why you can’t improve what you don’t measure, and why your business and success can only grow to the ex...

On today's episode, I am joined by Steve Jack - Owner and Managing Director of Gem Cable Solutions . Over the course of his career, Steve has been no stranger to taking risks – whether it’s moving to London with £50 in his pocket, spending his redundancy money on toys to open a toy shop, or putting himself outside his comfort zone. In this episode, he discusses having an engineering mindset,...

Knowing where you fit in and where you don’t is difficult, but according to our upcoming guest on The Merri-Cast, it’s an essential part of your entrepreneurial journey.  On today's episode, I’m joined by Peter Winick – founder and CEO of @Thought Leadership Leverage. A self-confessed information junkie, Peter constantly wants to learn more and has always felt like an entrepreneur at heart -...

Some people would say that starting a business with friends or family is risky, but for Matt Rogan it was a no-brainer. In September 2011, Matt, alongside his wife Claire and friend, Gareth Balch, set up Two Circles – a successful data driven sports agency that helps sports organisations build direct relationships with sports and fans. After selling the company twice, Matt is now the Founder and D...

When you become an entrepreneur, it’s important to know why you’re doing it and what you want to achieve. You need to have a mission and purpose. On today's episode, I'm joined by the fantastic Masami Sato - best-selling Author, 2x TEDx Speaker, and Founder and CEO of B1G1 - a global giving movement of effective 'transaction-based' giving connecting businesses and charity organ...

We’re often told to be bold and take risks – but how many of us can say we fully think them through first? Our first guest of 2023 on The Merri-Cast, is the brilliant Ashutosh Garg , who explains why it’s essential to take risks but just as important to have all the facts first. Ashutosh is the Founder of Equation Coaching and The Brand Called You – a Media Tech global platform that brings you Lea...

Welcome to part 2 of our 2-part episode special where we look back at all our incredible guests from 2022 and listen to all our favourite moments so far. In part 2, highlights are taken from our episodes with Jim James , Robert Clay , Paulina Roach , Jackie Lapin , Bill Sherman , Joel Blake OBE , Surbhi Dedhia , Jasper Steinhausen , Marie-France Samba , and Adam Stott .  We hope you've all en...

Today's episode is part 1 of a 2-part episode special where we'll be looking back and picking out our favourite moments from our incredible guests so far. In part 1, highlights are taken from our episodes with Steph Taylor , Terri Vincent , Paul Corke , Del Lewis , Michael Moran , Perry Timms , Neeraj Shah , Stijn Smet , Simon Fanshawe , and Cheryl Luzet .  You can connect/get in touch w...

To become a successful entrepreneur, there is no one ‘right way’ but there are multiple, valuable things you can do to achieve success quicker, or achieve more than you ever imagined. On today’s episode of The Merri-Cast, we are joined by someone who provides invaluable lessons to help entrepreneurs achieve their goals., who strives off a positive attitude and has true entrepreneurial spirit – the...

Being an entrepreneur means that personal branding is essential…but why?  Well, our latest guest on The Merri-Cast is an expert in this exact topic – in fact, it’s the inspiration behind her entire business.  Joining me on today’s episode is personal branding, visibility, and leadership coach extraordinaire, Marie-France Samba . Marie-France is also an entrepreneur, mentor, speaker, is incredibly...

This week, I am joined by the fantastic Jasper Steinhausen - CEO-adviser, Business Consultant, Speaker, Mentor, and Podcaster. Jasper is the Founder of Business with Impact , Sustainable Business Advisor and Owner of Steinhausen! , and Owner of Steinhausen Holding IVS.  In this episode, Jasper shares his passion on how to make sustainability profitable and why sustainability is no longer a debate....

Joining me on this week’s episode is the superb Surbhi Dedhia –  the Founder and CEO of Digital Genie , Founder of JotMyBio , and host of ‘ The Making of a Thought Leader ’ podcast.  She originally began her career in the corporate world but after moving from Singapore to Dubai, naturally moved into the world of entrepreneurship. The move opened many avenues and doors to channelise her work and la...

When I ask entrepreneurs how they became one, I’m often met with the response ‘it was an accident’, ‘it wasn’t planned’, or ‘I just fell into it’ – it’s how I became an entrepreneur myself and for today's guest, it’s the same for him too.   I’m delighted to announce that on today's episode, we are joined by the brilliant Joel Blake OBE – Entrepreneur, Businessman, Speaker, and Consultant...

I’m thrilled that today’s guest is the fantastic Bill Sherman – COO and Thought Leadership Practice Lead for Thought Leadership Leverage , and co-host of the podcast ‘Leveraging Thought Leadership’.  In this episode, Bill discusses turning your passion into a profession, the importance of clarity, and the key to a strong business partnership. He also opens up on a major health scare he had which h...

Joining me on today's episode of The Merri-Cast is the brilliant Jackie Lapin .  Jackie is the Founder of SpeakerTunity , the Speaker & Leader Resource Company, an author, and a lifelong pioneer and innovator.   Her career has been ground-breaking. She began as one of the first women sportswriters in America, which lead her to create one of the largest and most successful sports, special...

On this week's episode of 'The Merri-Cast',  I have the fantastic Paulina Roach joining me. Paulina is a Business Coach and Mentor at The International Academy of Wealth , and a Facilitator, Speaker, Virtual COO, and Business Consultant at Paulina Roach Consulting.  After 20 years in hospitality and building a reputation for problem-solving, a new experience helped Pauline realise s...

Our guest on today's podcast is Robert Clay - a man full of entrepreneurial energy. Ideas and answers seem to come to him so naturally. His latest and possibly greatest idea of all, is all about a 628% growth, that's the average exponential growth he achieved among hundreds of his past clients. He's built various businesses over the years, all with varying success. But 37 years ago,...

Joining me on today's episode is the brilliant Jim James , Founding and Managing Director of EASTWEST Public Relations , Author, and Podcast host of 'The UnNoticed Entrepreneur'. At 27 years old, Jim started EASTWEST Public Relations in Singapore and offices of the same agency in China, India, and then the UK. Jim's experiences mean he knows a thing or two about the risks of be...

On today’s episode of ‘The Merri-Cast’, I am joined by the fantastic Cheryl Luzet . Cheryl is the Founder and CEO of Wagada – a successful results-driven marketing agency which she started up in 2011, over 10 years now. In this episode, Cheryl discusses what motivated her to start Wagada , the benefits of networking, the importance of hiring people better than you, and why celebrating failure is a...