Doug Richard is amongst the world's most successful entrepreneurs: an award winning entrepreneurial mentor, former Dragons' Den dragon and highly commended philanthropist.

In 2008 Doug set up his first socially focussed business, School for Startups, a programme that has gone on to provide accelerated mentoring & financial support to over 15,000 business and over 30,000 people.

I had the privilege of talking to Doug about the path that led him to creating School for Startups, exactly how the programme helps entrepreneurs of all ages and how the inner entrepreneur is a product of nurture, not nature.

Packed full of superb anecdotes, entrepreneurial insights and a look behind the curtains at what makes Doug so successful, Doug closes the episode by sharing his 3 most valuable pieces of advice for any business.

This really is a must-listen for any business owner, entrepreneur, startup or driven individual looking for actionable inspiration.

Please let me know what you think of Doug's thoughts in the comments and don't forget, the more you expect from yourself, the more you will excel.