Working Hard with Grace Beverley

Dr Helen O’Neill is a leading expert in reproductive science, she’s a lecturer in reproductive and molecular genetics at University College London, she has a Masters in Prenatal Genetics and Fetal Medicine and a PhD in Stem Cell Biology. She is also the founder and CEO of Hertility Health, an award-winning bio-tech business specialising in fertility testing that has raised over £5 million since launch. Fertility is obviously a hugely sensitive topic, but it’s also one that we never talk about for exactly that reason. When I started this podcast, I wanted it to cover the important topics that we never get taught, and I learnt so so much from Helen that I really couldn’t believe I haven’t researched or known before. If you’re thinking about switching off right now because you find the idea of fertility testing terrifying like I do, I promise you it’s worth sticking it out and listening to this one. However, if you are someone who is currently struggling to conceive, or finds fertility conversations particularly hard, this is an episode to skip. Helen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.helenoneill/?hl=enHertility: https://hertilityhealth.com/team+Download Revolut for free and get £20 when you use your card! www.revolut.com/graceCashback subject to availability. Max £200 cashback per month. T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 30th April 2024 and other T&Cs apply.+TALA:Website: https://www.wearetala.com/?utm_source...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearetala/?...Need help? [email protected]:Website: https://shreddy.comNeed help? Support.shreddy.comTHE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD:Website: https://productivitymethod.com/Need help? https://theproductivitymethod.zendesk...+THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD, SHREDDY and TALA are my own brands, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Professor Steve Peters has more Olympic medals and world championships to his name than you can count, with accolades in sports from athletics to football, cycling and snooker. But here’s the catch, he hasn’t ever played these sports professionally. Instead, he’s the ‘brain mechanic’ behind the world’s most successful teams and individuals, from England Football to British Cycling. In fact, Snooker World Champion Ronnie O’Sullivan credits Peters with his success.  His advice was incredible, and I can’t wait for you to listen to this one. It is such an honour to have such impressive and intelligent people in my office for this podcast, so I hope you enjoy listening. The Chimp Paradox: https://chimpmanagement.com/books-by-professor-steve-peters/the-chimp-paradox/A Path Through The Jungle: https://chimpmanagement.com/books-by-professor-steve-peters/a-path-through-the-jungle/+Download Revolut for free and get £20 when you use your card! www.revolut.com/graceCashback subject to availability. Max £200 cashback per month. T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 30th April 2024 and other T&Cs apply.+TALA:Website: https://www.wearetala.com/?utm_source...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearetala/?...Need help? [email protected]:Website: https://shreddy.comNeed help? Support.shreddy.comTHE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD:Website: https://productivitymethod.com/Need help? https://theproductivitymethod.zendesk...+THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD, SHREDDY and TALA are my own brands, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At the end of last year, I did a Plan With Me episode, taking you through how I plan my personal goals for 2024.It was one of the most popular episodes ever, and so many of you asked for regular check-ins! So today, as we approach the three-month mark, I’m going to take you through how I check in and go through quarterly reflection and goal setting.So, if the first few months of the year have been a whirlwind, here are the tools you need to get back on track.Use the code WORKINGHARD to get 50% off The Productivity Method digital planner: https://productivitymethod.com/+As promised, here are my reading recommendations on goal-setting and habit tracking: James Clear - Atomic Habits Simon Sinek - Find Your WhyThe Pivot Year - Brianna Wiest +Download Revolut for free and get £20 when you use your card! www.revolut.com/graceCashback subject to availability. Max £200 cashback per month. T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 30th April 2024 and other T&Cs apply.+TALA:Website: https://www.wearetala.com/?utm_source...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearetala/?...Need help? [email protected]:Website: https://shreddy.comNeed help? Support.shreddy.comTHE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD:Website: https://productivitymethod.com/Need help? https://theproductivitymethod.zendesk...+THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD, SHREDDY and TALA are my own brands, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kruti Patel Goyal is the CEO of Depop, it’s a job many would have on their vision board, but behind every dream job, is a hell of a lot of hard work. Before joining Depop, Kruti worked her way up the corporate ladder, starting out in Investment Banking and then climbing up the ranks at Etsy for over 10 years, ending up as the company’s Chief Product Officer and managing Corporate Development. She’s also been named in Vogue’s Power 25 list of the most influential women in Britain. As CEO, Kruti now oversees a team of over 400 employees worldwide. Today we’re seeing the reality of life with over 400 people relying on you. Her early career advice is incredible, I wish I’d had this conversation 5 years ago. So if you’re working in corporate, or you just want to hear what a CEO of an international company actually does day-to-day, this is the episode for you!+Download Revolut for free and get £20 when you use your card! www.revolut.com/graceCashback subject to availability. Max £200 cashback per month. T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 30th April 2024 and other T&Cs apply.+TALA:Website: https://www.wearetala.com/?utm_source... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearetala/?...Need help? [email protected]:Website: https://shreddy.comNeed help? Support.shreddy.com THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD:Website: https://productivitymethod.com/Need help? https://theproductivitymethod.zendesk...+THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD, SHREDDY and TALA are my own brands, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Katie Lopes is a woman with resilience. She’s the founder and creative director of sustainable underwear brand Stripe and Stare, but her journey to get there has been anything but smooth sailing. Katie has faced more than your average setbacks, and today she tells me about the tools she used to overcome £1.5 million in debt, a relationship breakdown and heartbreaking loss, and to come out the other side with a growing company and growing self-confidence. She says “I didn’t have the confidence in myself until life tested me and I had no choice.” Her story is incredible, and a real testament to the fact that sometimes you just have to put your “big girl pants on” and find your way through.+Follow me here: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/Shop Stripe & Stare here: https://stripeandstare.com/+SPONSORSDownload Revolut for free and get £20 when you use your card! www.revolut.com/graceCashback subject to availability. Max £200 cashback per month. T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 30th April 2024 and other T&Cs apply.+THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD, SHREDDY and TALA are my own brands, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is an understatement to say that John Amaechi has had a career that has taken him places. Not only is he an Organisational Psychologist, an OBE, a New York Times Bestselling Author, a Fellow of the Institute of Science and Technology, a Professor of Leadership, a non-executive director of an FTSE 250 company and the founder of organisational psychology consultancy APS. He was also, more surprisingly, the first Briton to play professional basketball in the NBA league, a move which saw him leave his hometown of Stockport for the world of professional basketball aged just 18. And whilst playing, he was the first NBA player to come out as gay. Never afraid to stand up and speak out, his book made me question a lot of things I thought I knew about myself and the way I live and work. Amaechi has spent years studying the world’s highest performers, in both the sporting and corporate world, and I’m so looking forward to everyone hearing his amazing techniques. I learnt so much in this chat and I’m sure you will too. I'd be so grateful if you could rate the podcast five stars.+Download Revolut for free and get £20 when you use your card! www.revolut.com/graceCashback subject to availability. Max £200 cashback per month. T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 30th April 2024 and other T&Cs apply.+ THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD, SHREDDY and TALA are my own brands, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trigger warning: eating disordersI knew Alice Liveing's story was one full of twists and turns, but I did not expect to have such a frank conversation about the power we give 'social media stars' and the impact of toxic trends not just on viewers, but on the individuals perpetuating those trends.This episode is about Alice's journey to balance, but it's also about the warped reality of social media, and why we shouldn't be too harsh on ourselves about our past actions, something we all need a reminder of every so often. I hope you enjoy listening! I'd be so grateful if you could rate the podcast five stars. +Download Revolut for free and get £20 when you use your card! www.revolut.com/graceCashback subject to availability. Max £200 cashback per month. T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 30th April 2024 and other T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can we really have it all? Laura Jackson is a founder, a TV presenter, a side hustler and a mother of three. So today's episode is all about balance, the 'working mother paradox', and finding joy in the chaos. Laura was also so open about her tough experience with ante-natal depression, I can't thank her enough for being so raw and honest. If you've got a non-linear career that's taken you lots of places, or you always feel like you're spinning 100 plates, this episode is for you. I really hope you enjoy watching!+Download Revolut for free and get £20 when you use your card! www.revolut.com/graceCashback subject to availability. Max £200 cashback per month. T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 30th April 2024 and other T&Cs apply.+GLASSETTE: https://www.glassette.com/LAURA'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/iamlaurajackson/MY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/gracebeverley/EVERYTHING ELSE: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/+THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD, SHREDDY and TALA are my own brands, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Gallagher has built a multi-million-pound fashion business at the age of 23. You might not have heard of his name, but if you’re on TikTok, I can guarantee you’ll have seen his encyclopaedic videos on the fashion industry. Growing up in Formby near Liverpool, Ben recounts how he always wanted to keep up with his friends who had the latest designer pieces, but he couldn’t afford them. After seeing the discounts on pre-loved items, he and his brother started a consignment shop in Liverpool.Now, just 5 years later, Luxe Collective turns over millions each year and has just received investment from Steven Bartlett after they came out on top on Dragon’s Den. Last year they gained over 950k followers on Luxe Collective's social platforms, and I'm so grateful to Ben for sharing the secrets of their strategy.I really hope you enjoy listening.Download Revolut for free and get £20 when you use your card! www.revolut.com/graceCashback subject to availability. Max £200 cashback per month. T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 30th April 2024 and other T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode of Working Hard, Hardly Working is one of our most highly requested solo episodes: it's all about how to be a better manager.Management truly is one of the most important skills to have in the workplace, but most of us are never taught how to do it.I find it so strange that it's one of those skills we're expected to just 'pick up' even though it's not a skill the majority of people specialise in when entering their careers, and it often doesn't come as second nature (it certainly didn't to me!). Plus, it's categorically the most important skill for career progression.I hope you find this episode helpful and enjoy listening!Download Revolut for free and get £20 when you use your card! www.revolut.com/graceCashback subject to availability. Max £200 cashback per month. T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 30th April 2024 and other T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s a big one, today on Working Hard, Hardly Working, we have the one and only will.i.am.He’s a multi-platinum artist, he’s won nine Grammys, an Emmy and is an all-round incredible musician, both as part of the Black Eyed Peas and as a music producer. But what you might not know, is that he’s also a tech entrepreneur, and has been leading and investing in tech companies for over a decade now. I wanted to speak to Will about navigating two simultaneous careers, how they intersect, and what brought him to where his “career” lies now.It’s such an honour to have Will on the podcast, I’ll be honest with you, I was pretty star-struck. Thanks so much for listening!Download Revolut for free and get £20 when you use your card! www.revolut.com/graceCashback subject to availability. Max £200 cashback per month. T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 30th April 2024 and other T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s episode of Working Hard, Hardly Working, I am so excited to be chatting with Estée Lalonde, one of the OG beauty bloggers & now founder of the bath and body brand MIRROR WATER. She’s now got over 2 million followers, but it all started when she was just 19 and decided to move halfway across the world to a city where she knew no-one, all because of love. She’s speaks so openly about her mental health, the highs and lows of her relationships and now building a brand, and even her proposal ultimatum. I can’t wait for you to hear this girly chat, we go deep! Download Revolut for free and get £20 when you use your card! www.revolut.com/graceCashback subject to availability. Max £200 cashback per month. T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 30th April 2024 and other T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today’s episode of Working Hard, Hardly Working I sat down with Gabby Logan, a broadcasting legend and all-around superwoman. Starting out as a rhythmic gymnast who represented Wales and Great Britain, her career took a turn when she moved into the world of sports broadcasting, and for the last 25 years she’s been one of the most well-known faces on our screens, whether it’s the Olympics or the Euros, you can guarantee she’ll be making an appearance. She's also the host of The Mid Point podcast, which examines midlife expectations and challenges with guests, you can listen to The Mid Point here: https://podfollow.com/midpoint/viewGetting to speak to incredible women like Gabby is such an honour for me, I hope you enjoy listening!Download Revolut for free and get £20 when you use your card! www.revolut.com/graceCashback subject to availability. Max £200 cashback per month. T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 30th April 2024 and other T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains content about suicide. Jason Fox spent 20 years in the special forces, carrying out perilous missions in the most remote & harsh environments. But it's when he left the military after being diagnosed with PTSD that his story really took a turn. Now a staple on our screens on SAS: Who Dares Wins, Jason has used his platform to speak openly about his mental health struggles and how he manages them. This was such a fascinating conversation, and I can't thank Jason enough for being so vulnerable. I hope you enjoy listening to it as much as I enjoyed recording it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The end of the year means my planning senses start tingling!! So, today's episode is a step-by-step talk through of how I plan for each upcoming year. We cover vision boarding, goal setting, habit tracking, staying accountable and lots more. I felt like it would be easier to do it together and take you through exactly how I do it to ensure I actually reach the things I say I want to.My digital planner is from my business The Productivity Method, you can find out more about it here: https://productivitymethod.com/pages/digital-planner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With over 3 million followers, Lydia Millen has been blogging for over a decade.She very rarely does interviews, so I wanted to sit down with Lydia to get some insight into the woman behind the handle and dig into her life, her career & the criticism she's faced. She really opens up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Influencer, YouTuber and podcast host, Saffron Barker has taken the internet by storm. With a YouTube following of almost 3.5 million subscribers across her two channels as well as 1.8 million Instagram followers, Saffron is well-loved for her engaging content. Stepping into the TV spotlight when she joined the 17th series of Strictly Come Dancing with dancing partner AJ Pritchard, she’s made the leap into the mainstream after a string of TV appearances, taking part in Celebrity Hunted and The Celebrity Circle. At the young age of 23, Saffron has completed what some people might dream of achieving, ticking off life goals, buying and renovating her own house, travelling the world and even bringing out home and clothing lines. In this episode, we go behind the scenes of her journey to fame, chatting about what it’s like to be catapulted into such young success, what she feels she could have done differently and how she coped with transitioning from online platforms to mainstream media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle Elman is a woman with a psychology empire. Her qualifications speak for themselves: she’s a five-board accredited life coach, a Master Practitioner, a Master Hypnotherapist and a psychologist, plus she’s published four bestselling books. But these accolades are more than just a job for Michelle. They’re personal. She faced serious health challenges throughout her childhood, having to endure 15 surgeries, followed by periods of intense self-doubt and low body confidence due to her many scars. Aged just 21, she began her campaign ‘Scarred not Scared’, advocating for body confidence, and sharing her story with the world. Now, she spends her days coaching others on the importance of self-love, boundaries and acceptance. I’m so excited to share her wisdom with you in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Extra special podcast alert! 💍I sat down with my amazing agent Lauren to chat all about how she teamed up with my fiancé to organise THE surprise proposal (no I'm not over it nor will I ever be). We cracked open the gin and got spilling the secrets: the highs, the lows, the freakouts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DISCLAIMER: The information does not constitute financial advice or recommendation and should not be considered as such.AD: In this episode Grace mentions Revolut, Grace has previously worked with Revolut on a brand partnership.In this episodeToday’s episode is all about a subject that is very important to me, female investment & funding, and I couldn’t think of a more qualified person to be discussing this with than Anna Sophie Hartvigsen. A Forbes all-star, Anna is the co-author of the global bestselling book 'Girls Just Wanna Have Funds' and co-founder of Female Invest, Europe’s largest financial education platform for women, which has raised over 12m dollars since launch. I can’t wait to share the important and very needed work she is doing to close the gender investment gap, I don’t need to remind you that women-led startups receive less than 3% of VC funding. So strap in and get your notebooks out, because today’s episode is for everyone who wants to know more about money. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jordan Brompton is the Co-Founder of myenergi, one of the world’s fastest-growing renewable energy technology companies. Building a nine figure green energy company with 400 staff, it’s safe to say myenergi is turning heads in the renewable tech space. The company’s huge success started with the invention of the Zappi-charger, the world’s first solar charger for electric vehicles capable of using 100% renewable energy. It began as an idea over a bottle of wine with her business partner, and now drives tens of millions of sales each year. However, myenergi’s journey hasn’t always been plain sailing. I wanted to sit down with Jordan to get to the bottom of what it’s really like running an energy company as a woman. We discuss how she has scaled the business herself, the obstacles she faces on a daily basis, and why it’s important to learn your weaknesses, as well as your strengths. Now myenergi’s CMO, Jordan gives a realistic view into the whirlwind of being on the front line of a startup in an often tumultuous industry. I am so excited to share this episode with you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tasha Ghouri is a television personality, activist, dancer and model, most recognised for her stint on the 2022 Summer series of Love Island UK, with Tasha being the first deaf person to enter the Villa. Referring to being deaf as her ‘Superpower’, Tasha was born deaf - with her parents identifying her disability when she was just 12 months old - and wears a cochlear implant in her right ear. She launched her own podcast ‘Superpowers with Tasha’’ in February 2023, which focuses on normalising disabilities and explores what once made her feel like an outcast now being her greatest source of strength and community. Following her exit from Villa and over the last two years, Tasha became the first ever pre-loved brand ambassador for eBay and worked with the likes of brand ambassador for Ann Summers, Loreal Paris, and Essie. In 2021, she was praised for an ASOS campaign where she modelled for ASOS’ earrings wearing the implant and became a figurehead in the deaf community. I’m really looking forward to sitting down with Tasha today to talk about her time during the filming of Love Island, but also to explore life after leaving the Villa; whether the Love Island bubble has truly burst and her work to normalise her differences throughout everything that she does. - Tasha's early life- The story behind Tasha's cochlear implant- Tasha reveals her struggle being deaf at school- Why it is essential that schools become accessible- Why Tasha nearly didn't go on Love Island- Tasha shares how accessible the Love Island villa is- Tasha reveals behind the scenes of her first day on Love Island- Tasha's experience with the Love Island psych team Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once described as ‘The Most Powerful Woman in Beauty’ Caroline Hirons is the Founder, presenter, best-selling Author and all-round figurehead within the skincare industry. With a career spanning 35 years in retail, 26 years in skincare and a fully trained aesthetician, Caroline offer gives expert advice to the masses, giving her honest truth behind the products we are using and the big do’s and don’ts of what we should and shouldn’t be putting on our faces. Since starting her online career over 10 years ago, she has built a community of over 950k combined followers, becoming a well-loved, trusted and highly regarded thought-leader within the space, with her articles having been viewed over 60 million views and 89 million unique users. In 2019, Caroline also became the resident skincare presenter on This Morning.In 2020, Caroline published her debut book ‘SkinCARE’ which became an instant Sunday Times Bestseller and the best-selling skincare title of all time. Nicknamed the bible of skincare, showing you where to start with skincare, how to build a routine, ingredients to look for and things to avoid, whatever your age, skin concerns or budget.In November 2022, Caroline released her own line of skin care ‘Skin Rocks’. The brand is an accumulation of Caroline’s 25 years in the beauty industry and is stocked in retail giants, Space NK. - Caroline shares the 3 skincare hacks everyone should be doing- What you need to do if you start having a skin issue- Why you might be getting acne, and what you should do about it- Caroline shares the product we should all be using for acne- What to do about acne scarring from Skincare Expert Caroline Hirons- Caroline's 5 ESSENTIAL skincare products she couldn’t live without Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Having accumulated over 2.7 million Instagram followers alone, Lydia Rose a.k.a Fashion Influx is thought of as the OG of social media styling and master of functional fashion. Becoming famous with her high-street fashion, Lydia grew a dedicated fan base from her recognisable styling videos. Now leading the way with beauty hacks, fashion forward styling look-books and shopping hauls, Lydia has opened up her personal life online, sharing her most intimate moments, from getting engaged, planning her wedding and home and relationship content. Recently announcing her pregnancy, Lydia Rose is sharing the highs and lows of her pregnancy, giving her followers exclusive access to her journey so far. In this episode we uncover the woman behind the Instagram handle as Lydia shares her incredible journey through online fame, the rapid rise of her Instagram following and how she created her own niche in an incredibly saturated industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Climate justice activist Mikaela Loach advocates for environmental justice, racial justice, sustainable fashion, and fights human rights issues. Along with her fearless attitude, Mikaela has been hailed as a leading influencer in the climate change crisis, in 2019 she even took the government to court for using taxpayers money to fund North Sea oil and gas companies supported by the environmental non profit Uplift and the Paid to Pollute campaign. Triumphant, Mikaela forced the government to admit in court that they had given these tax breaks.Titled a “joyful game changer” by Cosmopolitan, Mikaela is now taking the internet by storm, launching and co-hosting the Yikes! podcast which breaks down the world’s issues in an easy way to guide everyone towards action together. She is also a recent bestselling author of ‘It's Not That Radical: Climate Action To Transform Our World’ which gives the public easy, accessible options in moving forward the climate change movement. In this episode we give a spotlight into the climate change crisis, why it’s important to stand up for what you believe and Mikaela comes armed with the do’s and don'ts.Download Revolut for free for £20 when you make one transaction: www.revolut.com/grace (T&Cs apply)Currency exchange is available in 30+ currencies with no fees Monday-Friday, within your plan allowance. Revolut Shops subject to change, and T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In her own words, Rokeya Khanum has achieved the goals she once referred to as impossible acts. Born to parents who moved from Bangladesh to East London, she was raised alongside her seven siblings and Rokeya has always been really honest about her childhood, opening up about her teen pregnancy at 17 years old where she was then made homeless, moving from hostel to hostel and barely affording the basic necessities. Fast forward to the present day and Rokeya is founder of the luxury clothing brand Khanum’s. Rokeya shares her incredible origin story, from initially spotting a gap in the market, to generating six figures in 7 months, all from what she viewed as a side hustle.Now stocked in Harvey Nichols, taking the Middle East by storm and turning over 7 figures, Rokeya shares her success story from hardship. She talks about how she was determined to turn it around and exactly how she did that, after her journey on becoming a teenage mother to then going back into education and going to university to study law to realising she couldn't study law because she couldn't afford the LPC. Then working for a few years before she found herself unemployed for 18 months which led to her starting Khanum's. It really is an incredible story.After hearing this, Rokeya is proof that you can always come back stronger from setbacks and build a future you are very much proud of. As Rokeya says herself, she is “turning pain into power and shattering those f’ing glass ceilings.”Download Revolut for free for £20 when you make one transaction: www.revolut.com/grace (T&Cs apply)Currency exchange is available in 30+ currencies with no fees Monday-Friday, within your plan allowance. Revolut Shops subject to change, and T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

in this week's solo episode we're looking at how to stand out from a job application alone - from the POV of someone who's been going through application after application! i've been hiring a LOT this year and I've learned so much as to what stands out, and what is an absolute no-go, especially in a really competitive market.answering your top questions and dilemmas from how to make your application stand out, how to brand yourself as 'long-term' for future employers when your experience is short term and how to deal with constant rejection - now let's go job hunt🕵️Download Revolut for free for £20 when you make one transaction: www.revolut.com/grace (T&Cs apply)Currency exchange is available in 30+ currencies with no fees Monday-Friday, within your plan allowance. Revolut Shops subject to change, and T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“You have this false perception that perfectionism is good for your work, but realistically it’s actually harming your work in the long term” 💅🏼In this week's solo ep, we're talking all about perfectionism - in work, relationships and life in general, with the aim to reframe our mindset away from perfectionism being the goal, and to get to the bottom of how we achieve highly without trying to be a perfectionist!In this episode- How do I hire my first employee so I can grow my business?- I'm a perfectionist at work and it's burning me out.- How do I tackle self doubt?- I'm a perfectionist when dating.- I can't make decisions because I'm scared of failureDownload Revolut for free for £20 when you make one transaction: www.revolut.com/grace (T&Cs apply)Currency exchange is available in 30+ currencies with no fees Monday-Friday, within your plan allowance. Revolut Shops subject to change, and T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rising to fame in 2018 for his dating escapades on Love Island, Dr Alex George has since taken the media world by storm, becoming a TV doctor, writer and now Youth Mental Health Ambassador to the government, improving the support that young people receive regarding their mental health. He has also since published two Sunday Times Number 1 Bestsellers as well as bringing out his newest book, The Mind Manual. From his years as an A&E doctor Alex has become a well known and respected figure, bringing the nation accessible and reassuring advice directly from the frontline throughout the pandemic. He is honest about the struggle with his own mental health, hoping to break the stigma, being an advocate for “post your pill” on Instagram and has since opened up about the tragedy of losing his younger brother to suicide, raising awareness and sharing his grief journey. Recounting his experiences with social backlash, mental health, grief and failure, Alex aims to use his social media platform for good.In this episode- The truth behind how Dr Alex got on Love Island- The heartbreaking story behind why Dr Alex said yes to Love Island- Why are men 10 times more likely to take their own lives?!- Dr Alex opens up about coping with his brothers' suicide- How Dr Alex learnt to deal with griefDownload Revolut for free for £20 when you make one transaction: www.revolut.com/grace (T&Cs apply)Currency exchange is available in 30+ currencies with no fees Monday-Friday, within your plan allowance. Revolut Shops subject to change, and T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

in this week's solo ep, we are bringing it right back to the start of it all and diving into the world of social media. answering your dilemmas and giving tips and tricks on how to grow a business on social media 👩🏼‍💻including answering what I should be posting for my business on social media, what content should I use for ads, when I should be making my first hire and how to grow a side hustle !!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Known for her hugely captivating story, writer, social media influencer and self titled ’Scammer’ Caroline Calloway doesn’t shy away from being controversial. Caroline started to build her online presence between 2013 and 2016, documenting her experience during her time at Cambridge university after dropping out of New York University. She rose to fame creating an Instagram following who were given ‘exclusive access’ into the life of Caroline Calloway and her adventures.However, whilst she gained significant traction and a dedicated fan base which gave her followers a real insight into her life, she faced criticism for her often inconsistent accounts and stories. It was later revealed that alongside forging her place at Cambridge with fraudulent results, she had bought Instagram followers before building an actual audience online. In 2019, Caroline promised a memoir “And We Were Like: A Memoir” as part of a $500,000 book deal on the back of her internet popularity but the book never transpired, landing her in $100,000 of debt to the publisher. It was later alleged in a damning article published in 2019 by her university friend Natalie Beach that she was the brains behind the famous Instagram, revealing the apparent truth behind the book deal and uncovering Caroline’s adderall addiction. Just two days after the article was published, Caroline was told that her father had been found dead from suicide. Fast forwarding to present life, Caroline has now published her memoir “Scammer” giving a tell-all take into her life and answers some of the questions that are left from her controversies.Positioning herself as the scammer, Caroline has used this to gain significant fame but how true is this? This episode gets behind the Instagram profile, looking into ‘who actually is Caroline Calloway?’ From following a similar path to me in attending an Oxbridge University and building a following at the same time to where our paths divided and how it went so horribly wrong. This episode cross examines her one-of-a-kind story as I try to work out the real story and whether she really is a scam artist at all. TW: Suicide & AddictionHow Caroline got her first 40k followersHow Caroline became Instagram famousCaroline opens up on the truth about her drug addictionCaroline reveals the extent of her drug addictionHow Caroline landed her $500,000 book dealThe truth behind why Caroline never fulfilled her book dealWhy Caroline's best friend sold a story that cancelled herHow Caroline coped with her father’s suicide How Caroline dealt with being publicly cancelled two days after her father's suicideWhy Caroline's best friend offered her 15k for her life rights just two days after her father's deathDownload Revolut for free for £20 when you make one transaction: www.revolut.com/grace (T&Cs apply)Currency exchange is available in 30+ currencies with no fees Monday-Friday, within your plan allowance. Revolut Shops subject to change, and T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 22nd July 2023 and other T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's solo episode we're having a heart to heart about navigating your 20s - relationships, getting on the career ladder, moving out, reaching your own and other people's expectations. It's a big one!How do I deal with the time pressures of my 20s?Is changing career direction in your 20s a good idea?How do you know what you truly want in your 20s?Is there a right time to move out after graduating?Is it okay if I don't have life nailed in my 20s? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s no question Jess Hunt, co-founder of REFY, social media influencer and model has taken on the entire beauty industry. Having amassed a huge 1.8 million followers just on Instagram, Jess has turned her influencing empire into entrepreneurial success. In November 2020, Jess launched the beauty brand REFY with co-founder Jenna Meek. Having wild success with the revolutionary Brow Sculpt having a 100k waitlist and once launched had sold out within just 6 weeks. Since, the Brow Sculpt has become a firm cult favourite, Jess and Jenna has expanded its product range and is now stocked in Selfridges and Sephora across the UK, US and Canada. Selling more than 2.5 million products and a 50 million GBP valuation Jess shares her sensational story, from the reality of the influencer industry, to changing careers and what it takes to be the co-founder of REFY.The crazy story behind Jess Hunt's photoshop storyHow Jess Hunt became a viral influencerHow Jess Hunt co-founded viral beauty brand REFYHow Jess Hunt grew REFY to selling over 12 million productsJess Hunt on the power of influencer marketingDownload Revolut for free for £20 when you make one transaction: www.revolut.com/grace (T&Cs apply)Currency exchange is available in 30+ currencies with no fees Monday-Friday, within your plan allowance. Revolut Shops subject to change, and T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 22nd July 2023 and other T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Difficulties in our sexual and intimate relationships, Pyschosexual and Relationship Therapist Kate Moyle, claim to be much more common than we think. Her aim? To open the discussion by providing a unique and confidential space to have those important conversations. Kate addresses the challenges couples are facing in their sex lives and relationships such as “what sex should we be having?” to “how do we communicate better in order to have better sex?” Sparking this conversation, Kate looks to improve the couple's sexual health, wellbeing and happiness whatever that looks like for them. Should we be watching porn?Is porn damaging our sex lives?Why we need to be talking about our sex lives?How many times a week should we be having sex?The number one tip for improving your sex lifeHow to overcome a low libidoWhy you shouldn't be faking orgasmsDownload Revolut for free for £20 when you make one transaction: www.revolut.com/grace (T&Cs apply)Currency exchange is available in 30+ currencies with no fees Monday-Friday, within your plan allowance. Revolut Shops subject to change, and T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 22nd July 2023 and other T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

answering your dilemmas on 🥁 nailing a job interview 🥁 from an employers pov!What are the most common questions asked in a job interview?How do I go for my dream job from an unrelated role?How do I get a job in fashion from a different industry?How much research should I do for a job interview?HELP! What should I wear for my job interview?Download Revolut for free for £20 when you make one transaction: www.revolut.com/grace (T&Cs apply)Currency exchange is available in 30+ currencies with no fees Monday-Friday, within your plan allowance. Revolut Shops subject to change, and T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 22nd July 2023 and other T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Having risen to fame when she was just 12 years old, Rochelle Humes has gone from childhood popstar featuring in the band S Club 7 juniors to becoming a member of the hit UK girl group The Saturdays and now the best-loved online personality and TV broadcaster. Having had it all from such a young age Rochelle is transparent about the highs and lows, being raised in a single parent household and understanding the absence her father left on the family, to the hard graft of being in a pop group, meeting her now husband Marvin Humes member of the boy band JLS and sharing the journey of becoming a mother. This has prompted her online social media journey sharing her life to over 2 million Instagram followers and most recently has become a founder of the lifestyle brand My Little Coco, a skin and hair care brand aimed at families featuring in Boots. -Rochelle’s early life-Rochelle’s experience being raised by a single mother-Rochelle’s relationship with her absent father-How Rochelle started out in the music industry-Life in S Club Juniors -How early fame affected her career-The crazy story on how Rochelle met her sister through Kem from Love Island-What life was like in a girlband-How Rochelle has found the media industry-How Rochelle has found motherhoodDownload Revolut for free for £20 when you make one transaction: www.revolut.com/grace (T&Cs apply)Currency exchange is available in 30+ currencies with no fees Monday-Friday, within your plan allowance. Revolut Shops subject to change, and T&Cs apply. £20 Reward only available until 22nd July 2023 and other T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do we really know what we should be eating? Multi-award winning expert Tim Spector argues we might not. Professor of genetic epidemiology at King's College London and honorary consultant physician at Guy's and St Thomas' he aims to point us in the right direction so we know the hard truths behind food fads, dieting, nutrition and gut health. Having written five books, including the bestsellers Spoon-Fed and The Diet Myth he is one of the most cited scientists in the world. His research aims to debunk eating myths and answers the most important questions like should we be calorie counting? What should we be eating for our gut health and why do most diets fail? - why you need to eat different foods everyday- what we should and shouldn’t be eating- the best foods for our diets- why you shouldn’t eat late at night- the shocking facts behind the ultra-processed foods you're eating everyday- how to lose weight and maintain it- does the keto diet actually work?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Frankie is an NHS Doctor, media and content creator who offers factual and relatable health advice in preventative medicine. A qualified doctor working on the frontline, Dr Frankie graduated with a degree in Medicine and Surgery in 2018. During this time, Dr Frankie set out to better understand the risk factors for cancer, becoming heavily involved in clinical trials at Barts Cancer Institute for Renal and Bladder cancer. Alongside all of this whilst juggling university, Dr Frankie started an educational social media page to provide expertise on a range of health and wellbeing topics. In her well-known #MedicalMonday, Frankie posted a weekly poll on her Instagram to allow people to ask health-related questions, each time focusing on a different topic. Frankie’s profile in this space began to grow, and as a result Frankie now also makes regular appearances to disseminate her knowledge, becoming an enthusiastic public speaker for general preventative health. Although there are many things I’d love to discuss with Dr Frankie, today we share a conversation about training, nutrition and the female menstrual cycle,. The episode covers the entire cycle story, exploring what a ‘normal cycle’ looks like, when ovulation occurs, and how to identify important changes that sometimes signal significant health problems. Dr Frankie also discusses how a women's strength may be affected by constantly changing hormone levels, and how we can adjust our training and nutrition to reach our full potential at any point in our cycle. This episode is important for both men and women, so if you're a female (or know one), I strongly recommend you listen...- When you should be concerned about your periods?!- 3 essential things women should do to live a healthier life- Can training on your period help with menstrual cramps?- Why you should track your period if you work out- How do we know when we can push ourselves harder when we work out on our periods?- Should we replace the iron we lose during our period?- Why you need to eat before working out Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

well well well if it isn't the first ever working hard pod solo episode! 🎙there are so many 'dilemmas' podcasts about relationships and general life out there, but I've always wanted to be able to listen to one for work and careers and all the boring shit like that. It's always nice to hear that other people feel the same and we can all learn so much from each others work and careers, so here we are!TL:DRNEW: solo episodes answering your dilemmasfirst up: imposter syndrome 🕵🏼‍♀️- introducing our first solo episode!- what is imposter syndrome?- am I ready for my dream job?- am I old enough to manage a team?- how do I cope with criticism?- does corporate = successful?- how do I know I am good enough in relationships?- imposter syndrome fun facts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Pink & Roxanne Emery are the husband-and-wife team behind the social media account @ADHD_Love, sharing a fearless, often outrageously funny account of life with ADHD. With viral videos that have been viewed more than 200 million times, their mission is to remove the stigma around ADHD, share strategies to improve communication and find happiness so they can move from frustration to patience, understanding and love. Their book ‘DIRTY LAUNDRY’ published this year, is an unfiltered look into the chaos of life with ADHD, answering the most asked questions and has become an invaluable resource for neuro-divergents and the people who love them.- the back story into ADHD_Love- the hilarious story behind their first video- social media’s reaction to their videos- the facts behind an ADHD diagnosis- Roxanne’s ADHD diagnosis story- living with ADHD- changing the narrative around ADHD- top tips in dealing with stress- the funny story behind Roxanne’s business ideas- the issues on productivity with ADHD and coping mechanisms- budgeting and managing finances- dating with ADHD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rupal Patel is a senior economist at the Bank of England and co-author of the best-selling pop-economics book Can’t We Just Print More Money, the Bank of England’s first book in its over 325 year history. Today, Rupal advises governors at the Bank of England on their policy decisions and is passionate about improving economic literacy amongst young women.Rupal makes sure there is no stupid question left unanswered, from what actually is money, why aren’t Freddos 10p anymore to why shouldn't I hoard all my money under the mattress? Rupal is on a mission to make economics more accessible, giving us a fully comprehensive crash course.- how Rupal became Senior Economist at the Bank of England- how are the governors of the Bank of England appointed?- why should we know about economics?- what actually is money?- why shouldn’t I hoard my money under the mattress?- does my money actually exist in the bank?- what stops a bank losing all its money?- what you need to know about cryptocurrency- why should we care we could go into a recession? - how should I prepare for a recession?- what jobs are at risk in a recession?- why do we need to grow our economy?- why can’t we just print more money?- how do we have a cost of living crisis?- what is cryptocurrency?- why does my house fluctuate in price?- what resources can I use to be in the know about the economy?- how do you get a pay rise?- what is a mortgage?- what are interest rates and how do they affect us?- what is the stock market?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jake Humphrey is one of the UK’s most iconic television broadcasters. Jake is best known for presenting Premier League Football on BT Sport or the F1 on BBC Sport. He has also previously hosted children’s television on CBBC. in 2020, Jake launched the successful High Performance Podcast with professor Damian Hughes, offering an insight into the lives of high-achieving individuals who share their success stories. Their spin-off book High Performance: Lessons from the Best on Becoming Your Best has also become a Number 1 Sunday Times Bestseller, revealing the methods of the most remarkable athletes, coaches and entrepreneurs. . A man of many talents, Jake is also co-founder of sport broadcast agency Whisper Films and investor in Coral Eyewear. Given his on-screen success and humbling presence, you would never know that Jake’s journey started with failed A-Levels, a sacking from McDonalds and family grief, set-backs our conversation reveals he now uses as fuel to excel in everything that he does.- Jake’s earlier failures that led to success- how his Grandma’s suicide changed his mindset - how failing school changed his career- learning perfection doesn’t come for free- social media and instant gratification- learning there is no right way of starting your career- the idea behind his production company Whisper- starting a production company at the rise of social media- turning his company from a dream into a money making business- why hiring changed his business- the risk that transformed his company- the biggest learnings in Jake’s career- why Jake made the decision to leave the BBC- learning the secrets behind success- the guest that changed the game for High Performance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Debbie Wosskow is recognised as one of the most prominent serial entrepreneurs in the UK. She is the founder and former CEO of Love Home Swap, the world’s largest online home exchange platform which is where she made her name in the industry. Her current venture, AllBright, is Britain’s first-ever member’s club for women, and a place for women to connect, upskill and network both in person and online.As an angel investor, Debbie has an investment portfolio of several female-founded businesses (including TALA) and is outspoken about the gender imbalances in entrepreneurship. She has become a trailblazer for female empowerment and digital disruption, and in today’s episode, Debbie shares her insights on how she set up and scaled several successful startups, drawing on how brands can incorporate digital technologies into their running. We also talk about how companies can meaningfully enact feminism within their brand, bringing to light the power of community and female inclusion in the male-dominated tech industry. - introduction into Debbie’s background- normalising talking about money- how to talk to your children about money- Debbie’s early career- investment banking or management consultancy? - how Debbie started her first business- dealing with the fear of failure- you’ve sold a business, now what?- dealing with a divorce, being a young Mum and running a business- how Love Home Swap began- the biggest learnings from business- when to let go- the aim in selling Debbie’s business- the emotional side to selling your business Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Hazel Wallace is doing it all, from a trained medical doctor to Founder of the blog ‘The Food Medic’ a registered nutritionist, and also a best-selling author of recipe books, she’s made it her mission to research how your diet can help women live happy and healthy lives. The Food Medic is dedicated to the science of eating, she asks the questions we all need answering from what we should and should not be eating, to how eating can improve fertility and wellbeing to debunking eating myths. Her easy to follow help and advice has made her a trusted health and fitness expert.- an introduction to Dr Hazel Wallace- Hazel’s experience writing a book- the lack of women in clinical trials- the difference between sex and gender- why should women listen to this?- what women can do to advocate for themselves- when should we be taking vitamins and minerals?- key information on the menstrual cycle- what vitamins and minerals should we be taking?- how should we be tracking our cycle?- why are women more likely to experience stress related conditions?- how sleep is related to your health- how much sleep should we get a night? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With 6 million followers across Instagram and TikTok, Hayley Morris is loved for her hilarious and relatable sketches on the weird and wonderful ways our brain and body mess with each other. She is also one of the UK’s hottest up and coming comedy writers developing scripts with BBC Comedy and the makers of Catastrophe and Gavin & Stacey. Comforting, insightful and hilarious, the book explores everything from body anxiety, how to manage an over-active inner monologue, how to handle embarrassing moments and getting back up from setbacks.- introduction into Hayley’s early life- YouTube being a side hustle- living her father’s dream- blowing up on TikTok- the 1st video that went viral- how Hayley plans her videos- normalising the taboo- how her comedy has developed into writing- how do I break pleasing the male gaze?- how communication can improve your sex life- friends with benefits hilarious confession- how to ask someone on a date- should we lower our standards?- how to deal with rejection- do long term relationships work? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Creator of the online community Girl vs Cancer, and host of You, Me and the Big C, Lauren Mahon has launched a social media community with the aim of raising awareness and driving support towards women with cancer. After being diagnosed with breast cancer at 31, Lauren has used this to drive important conversations about cancer and raise awareness of the disease.In March 2018, Lauren’s BBC podcast You, Me and the Big C was born with the focus on sharing Lauren’s cancer journey and experience in a positive light. Having originally co-hosted with Deborah James and Rachael Bland, who sadly passed away in 2018 and 2022 respectively, she is now the show’s sole surviving host. The podcast ensures that there is a platform for important conversations on body positivity, sex and masturbation. She has also been an advocate for charity, designing and selling ‘tit-tees’ raising £60,000 for cancer research and in 2019 she was awarded the Triumph Award at the Stylist Remarkable Women awards for prevailing in the face of adversity. - introduction into Lauren’s story- background to Lauren’s diagnosis- what led to Lauren’s diagnosis- the day she found out she had cancer- Lauren’s response to receiving the news- the mindset shift that Lauren had in that moment- the biggest learnings from cancer- lucky girl syndrome- start seeing your life as your soulmate- her experience with the death of Lauren’s friend- it’s okay to ask for help- understanding when it’s okay to say no- manifestation- what does a good relationship look like? - Lauren’s experience on First Dates- dating stories - what’s next for Lauren? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grace Keeling, better known online as GK Barry, is one of the wildest TikTok stars out there creating content that is both relatable, hilarious and at times controversial. She rose to fame during the pandemic with her TikTok account, and since 2020 has gained a staggering 2.9 million followers on the social channel alone with content around her day-to-day life, reaching millions of views per month. Grace not only has reached popularity as a well-known TikToker in the UK with an ever-growing platform she’s also become a household name appearing on the show 'Locked In' with Footasylum.- who is the person behind the brand GK Barry?- how Grace became GK Barry- the start of GK Barry’s career- the power of social media networking- how GK Barry dealt with the hostility of the media industry- crazy brand deal stories- GK Barry’s experience with social media events- how she made the decision to quit her day job to TikTok full time- what’s next for GK Barry?- why GK Barry got her Instagram taken down- the fear of cancel culture- how GK Barry has dealt with male comedy bias- how GK Barry met her boyfriend- how GK Barry’s friends reacted to her fame- behind the scenes of GK Barry’s experience on Footasylum - GK Barry’s love island interview- is GK Barry taken seriously? - has GK Barry experienced imposter syndrome?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ella Mills is an award-winning author, entrepreneur and champion of plant based living. She was the founder of Deliciously Ella in 2012, a plant-based food & wellness platform sharing delicious ways to feel better. Although it originated as a recipe website, Ella Mills has developed the business into a restaurant, a range of plant based food products, an app, a podcast and a collection of best-selling recipe books. Prior to starting Delicious Ella in 2011, Ella was diagnosed with postural tachycardia syndrome as well as ehlers-danlos and mast cell activation disorder, which followed four months in and out of hospital. The condition affected Ella’s autonomic nervous system and also meant she struggled with digestive issues, chronic fatigue, a series of infections and a whole host of other symptoms. After being prescribed a cocktail of medication that had no effect Ella hit rock bottom, both physically and mentally.It was at this point that Ella looked into other ways of managing her condition and turned to whole foods, a plant-based diet, and overhauled her lifestyle. Deliciously Ella has become a leader in the plant-based space. Together with her husband and Deliciously Ella CEO, they’ve published six best-selling cookbooks, including the fast-selling vegan cookbook ever; a lifestyle app with recipes, workouts and meditations; a central London cafe and several ranges of food products in over 7,000 stores across the UK, with customers ranging from Tesco to Boots, Waitrose and Costa. - the early life of Ella Mills- how Ella knew something was wrong with her health - the symptoms she developed- how her illness affected her physical and mental health- how Ella's illness changed her university experience- what caused Ella's lifestyle change- the start of Deliciously Ella- the media's response to plant based eating- would Ella have been treated by the press differently if she was a man?- dealing with judgement- how Ella met her husband and moved in after a week- Ella's mindset over her 8 year career - how Ella evolved Deliciously Ella- Ella's experience opening her first restaurant - Ella closing her restaurant and the media storm it ensued- the affects of the media storm on her employees- Ella's biggest learnings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jenna Meek is a Manchester-based entrepreneur and CEO, whose passion for all things beauty led her to creating two powerhouse beauty brands. Her latest venture is as co-founder and CEO at REFY, Instagram’s hottest and most disruptive beauty brand, famous for its three-step brow collection which became an overnight social media sensation.Jenna launched her first business SHRINE, formerly Gypsy-Shrine, from her bedroom in Manchester. A brand born out of the festival culture in 2016, Jenna set up a cosmetic glitter and gem business initially bought and sold in festival tents around the country. However, within 2 years SHRINE saw worldwide success, hosting residencies at festivals including Under the Stars and Coachella, and being stocked at global brand Topshop. After creating an entire line of festival gems and starting the ‘glitter boob’ movement, Jenna relaunched SHRINE to sell creative hair products and dyes. Most notably, Jenna created the world's first line of reusable, semi-permanent hair drops that mix when mixed with ordinary conditioner would produce a colour customised to you.In November 2020 Jenna launched her second beauty brand REFY with model and influencer Jess Hunt. Launching with innovation at its core, REFY’s first product - the Brow Sculpt - was revolutionary, selling out within 6 weeks and becoming a firm fan favourite. After expanding its product range to include lip-liners, blush and primers, REFY is now stocked in Selfridges & Sephora across the UK, US & Canada and has online customers worldwide. The brand has also captured the attention of celebrities including Bella Hadid and Shay Mitchell and makeup artists Patrick Ta and Hugo Vango. They've since sold more than 2.5 million products, with more than 8 million visitors to their website and a 50 million GBP valuation.Today, Jenna shares her story of how she engineered one of Instagram’s favourite beauty brands and made REFY defy the odds of entrepreneurial success. - brief overview of Jenna’s career - the beginning of SHRINE - why did Jenna want to be an Entrepreneur? - how was the idea formed in SHRINE? - the effect of the pandemic - how did Jenna keep up with the demand the pandemic generated - Jenna’s decision to take on the hair industry - how the REFY partnership first started with Jess Hunt - why Jenna decided to start REFY - the timeline of REFY - what Jenna’s expansion plan looked like - how did the 1st launch go? - would Jenna have done anything differently? - how Jenna hired well - biggest hiring mistakes Jenna has made - Jenna’s experience as a working Mother - what is next for REFY and SHRINE? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Stirrup is the Co-Founder of Maeving, the UK’s first electric motorcycle manufacturer, but after going totally bankrupt in his first year as an entrepreneur, Will’s journey is one of honesty, realism and business burnout. Raised in South Africa, Will came to the UK for university and quickly found himself on a career trajectory to working in finance. After becoming the youngest person ever to become double ACA CFA qualified, and securing a role within the M&A team of a top tier investment bank, Will packed it all in and chose his dream of being an entrepreneur. He didn’t have a business idea, only the knowledge that whatever it was had to have a positive impact on the climate crisis. Fast forward 4 years, and his business Maeving have developed an affordable, lightweight urban motorcycle with removable batteries you can charge at a standard plug socket, selling out their first production run almost immediately. Will’s story is one of toxic work cultures, intense burnout and of someone who is still looking for the right way to do it all - if such a thing exists.  - Trailer - introduction into having an honest conversation about entrepreneurship - a brief overview into the start of Will's career - what Will learnt from his career in finance - Will's experience with burning out and feeling out of his depth - going from corporate careers to starting a business  - how to handle financially starting a business - the side hustles that you can do whilst beginning a business - why his business felt like passion project - the 1st year of Maeving - getting to the point of 'can we keep doing this?'  - what would Will do if his business fails now?  - how has Will become so resilient?  - how the pandemic nearly bankrupted Maeving - how Will has hired well - who is entrepreneurship for?  - what is this Entrepreneur's biggest mistake? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.