Been There. Done That.

This next episode features Paul Richardson. 

Paul Richardson is a Businessman and Entrepreneur with a roster of brands that would be too long to mention. He was the former executive director and chairman of Gymshark in the early days of the company, and grew the brand with Ben Francis and Lewis Morgan to a 300 million dollar valuation. 

Paul is currently the owner of HERA, who sponsor this podcast, so it was a pleasure to have an hour of his time to speak about the journey to his success. 

HERA is a British-based clothing and apparel brand that is taking the industry by storm. Their unique and tailored approach to a competitive and over-polluted industry is amazing to witness. Paul acquired the brand in 2021 and since then, has transformed HERA to what it is today. A symbol and statement in the fashion world. 

On this episode, we spoke about:

 - How he got involved with Gymshark and the reasons for leaving 
- His career success and the brands he helped grow 
- The decision to buy the HERA brand 
- What it means to be a business owner and leader 
- How does he stay dialled in 

Paul is a pleasure to chat to and I feel like I walked away with lots of life lessons and knowledge on how to be a kick ass business leader. 

Please enjoy, subscribe, and like the episode.

Support the show

Sponsors:

HERA

https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off 

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/

Socials:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

Who is Penny Jane…. I know you all want to know

Penny joined me on the show to share her journey from how she overcame an eating disorder and mental health issues to becoming the amazing person she is today.

Penny is a joy to be around and her energy and passion for fitness and wellbeing is unparalleled. This girl is a boss bitch.

In the filtered and dense world of fitness, Penny stands out in the chaos as a beacon of hope for others who have struggled in the space and trying to find themselves.

This episode is authentic, raw and all round good fun

I won’t tell you anymore expect you’ll come way from this podcast with a smile on your face and the motivation to be a better version of yourself!

Listen, enjoy and subscribe 🚀

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Support the show

Sponsors:

HERA

https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off

Socials:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

I was joined today by Ryan Weekly & Ben Stevens, Founders of Elixir Energy.

Ryan and Ben are co-founders of Elixr Energy: Elixr sets itself apart in the energy drinks market, with its stylish premium can design.... It's also delicious and oh boy does it have that caffeine content!

Their passion for the gym and working out first took off when they met in 2018 during the recruitment process for the Royal Navy. They served 4 and a half years, with many deployments, and traveled to over 15 countries. Throughout this time they both decided that they wanted to pursue a career in the fitness industry.

We sat down and spoke about their journey from the Navy to becoming co-founders in the drinks and fitness space. Ben & Ryan are both driven, motivated and ambitious lads. They understand the industry and most importantly... they are passionate about it.

They have big things coming in 2025 and soon they will be everywhere so keep your eyes peeled.

This episode is a good listen so please like and subscribe 🚀

Elixr is also now the official sponsor of the Podcast so check them out and try for yourself!

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/pages/about-us

Support the show

Sponsors:

HERA

https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off 

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/

Socials:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

Kallum Nicholson joins me on the Podcast 

Kallum is the founder of TUGA. The trailblazing fractional COO agency dedicated to propelling agencies and SMEs to unparalleled operational excellence and strategic growth. 

Kallum has worked with some of the biggest Founders in the space and also is the founder of Roundtable - a private community for ambitious Founders committed to growth, collaboration, and success.

Me and Kallum sat down and spoke about the start of his Entrepreneurial journey and the high and lows that came with his success. 

We spoke about his business TUGA and why he decided to start his own company. Having his business partner steal from him and the regular struggles of being an entrepreneur. 

Kallum brought the positive vibes and could honestly chat to him for hours. Kallum is all about streamlining the process and in the busy and chaotic world we all live in, we all need a Kallum in our life. 

Please enjoy this episode as much as I did and don't forget to subscribe 🚀

Support the show

Sponsors:

HERA

https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off 

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/

Socials:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

The next guest on the show is Rohan Randhawa 🎙️

Rohan firmly believes the more resilient we are the more unstoppable we become.

Rohan joined me on the Podcast to share his journey from cancer survivor to keynote speaker. Rohan has faced much adversity in his life and his outlook and resilience to life are both profound and inspiring.

In this episode we cover a lot of ground, including:

1. Rohan’s cancer survivor journey and what he learned from it
2. How he worked through the grief from the death of his Father while at University
3. How resilience has played a part in his life
4. What it means to be a Dad
5. How the hardships In his life have shaped who he is now

I can tell you right now that this episode is a personal one. It was inspiring to hear Rohan talk about his outlook on life, how resilience and mental fortitude have kept him strong, and how he is dedicated to empowering and motivating people to try new methods of improving their own resilience.

Please tune in, enjoy, and subscribe to the channel 🚀



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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

#podcast #influencermindset #findinghappiness #interview #selfhelp #reels #selfimprovement #tiktok #trending #trendingshorts #linkedin #cancerawareness #marketing 

Support the show

Sponsors:

HERA

https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off 

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/

Socials:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

ANTHONY SMITH JOINS ME ON THE SHOW 🎙️

ANTHONY IS THE DIRECTOR OF TRAILERS AT DIARY OF A CEO PODCAST AND WORKS UNDER STEVE BARTLETT HIMSELF.

HE IS THE MAN WHO CREATES ALL THOSE MOVIE-STYLE TRAILERS TWICE A WEEK THAT WE ALL KNOW AND LOVE

THIS EPISODE WAS A SPECIAL ONE FOR ME AS IT IS ALL ABOUT PODCASTS, WHAT GOES ON BEHIND THE SCENES, THE EQUIPMENT AND EFFORT THAT GOES INTO IT 

ANTHONY IS A CREATIVE AND TECHNICAL GENIUS AND I WAS BLOWN AWAY BY THE AMOUNT OF WORK AND TIME THAT GOES INTO CREATING A PERFECT PODCAST EPISODE 📸

THIS EPISODE OPENED MY EYES TO THE FINER DETAILS AND HOW THE 1% DIFFERENCE CAN SET YOU APART FROM EVERYONE ELSE

THE PODCAST SPACE IS HEAVILY SATURATED AND ANTHONY WAS ABLE TO DELVE INTO WHAT STEVE BARTLETT AND THE REST OF THE TEAM WORK ON TO ENSURE THEY CREATE THAT PERFECT SHOW

WE SPOKE ABOUT:

1. HIS BACKGROUND AND HOW HE GOT INTO EDITING AND FILM
2. HIS INTERVIEW WITH STEVE BARTLETT AND THE JOURNEY TO BEING THE MAN WHO CREATES THOSE AMAZING TRAILERS 
3. WHAT GOES ON BEHIND THE SCENES AND HOW CAN A PODCAST BE IN THE TOP 1%
4. WHAT IT LIKE WORKING FOR STEVE BARTLETT
5. HOW A TEAM CAN CREATE SOMETHING UNIQUE AND WORLD-CHANGING 

AND MUCH MUCH MORE 

THIS WAS ONE OF MY FAVOURITE EPISODES THIS YEAR AND I HOPE YOU LOVE IT TOO

SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE

SOCIALS:
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Anthon'y Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/anthonyr.smith/

Support the show

Sponsors:

HERA

https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off 

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/

Socials:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

This next episode of the show features Christian Summers.

Christian is a personal trainer, coach & sports science expert


Christian is the man who knows all about the body, mind and how to fuel it the right way in order to be the best version of yourself.  With years of knowledge under his belt and experience within the powerlifting space, Christian is the go to guy to help grow your physique and mental strength. 


Filming this episode in our local gym, me and Christian covered the topics we know people are most curious about:

1. Protein intake
2. Strength Building 
3. Supplements 
4. Diet & Nutrition
5. Building the best physique possible 


As always please subscribe and comment and enjoy the episode 


Socials: https://www.instagram.com/cjsummers.training?igsh=ZWRncHl1bW9scHpl

Support the show

Sponsors:

HERA

https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off 

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/

Socials:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

Who is Penny Jane…. I know you all want to know

Penny joined me on the show to share her journey from how she overcame an eating disorder and mental health issues to becoming the amazing person she is today.

Penny is a joy to be around and her energy and passion for fitness and wellbeing is unparalleled. This girl is a boss bitch.

In the filtered and dense world of fitness, Penny stands out in the chaos as a beacon of hope for others who have struggled in the space and trying to find themselves.

This episode is authentic, raw and all round good fun

I won’t tell you anymore expect you’ll come way from this podcast with a smile on your face and the motivation to be a better version of yourself!

Listen, enjoy and subscribe

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Support the show

Sponsors:

HERA

https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off 

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/

Socials:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

Amelia Sordell is everyones favourite personal branding strategist, Founder and public speaker 

I have followed Amelia’s journey since 2021 and have been blown away by her approach to business and marketing as well as being a kick ass founder 

Amelia started building her own personal brand in 2018 and since then has launched her Personal Branding Agency, Klowt. A personal branding agency designed to turn ceos and founders personalities into their competitive advantage 

On this episode me and Amelia talk about:

1. Her journey and path to success 
2. Why personal branding is so important for growth 
3. Being an entrepreneur and business owner whilst balancing life 
4. How we can stand out in the world today 

And much much more 

Please subscribe to the show on YouTube or Spotify and enjoy:

Support the show

Sponsors:

HERA

https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off 

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/

Socials:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

Do you struggle with your sleep…? 

Hafiz Shariff joins me on the podcast to talk all things sleep 

Hafiz is the Founder of Owl & Lark. Owl & Lark is the world’s first circadian fitness company. His main focus has always been about sleep-wake cycles and making our waking lives better. This is where Owl & Lark come in. 

More strength, focus, energy, memory, empathy. That's what Owl & Lark provides and much much more. 

Hafiz exited his first tech start up in 2018 and wanted to make a change, not only to his lifestyle but his sleep. 

He founded Owl & Lark with the mission to help everyone live in harmony with their sleep wake cycle and have more productive and healthy sleep. 

On this episode we cover:

• Why sleep is so important for our wellbeing 
• Sleep fads & gimmicks in the market 
• What is REM sleep
• The future of sleep 
• How we can manage our sleep health better 

This was a thought provoking episode and as someone who struggles with sleep I found it insightful and educational! 

I think you will all love this one

As always please subscribe to the show if you haven’t already on YouTube or Spotify 

Support the show

Sponsors:

HERA

https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off 

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/

Socials:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1