Founded & Grounded

As an early-stage founder, the decision to bootstrap or raise capital can make or break your business.

But don't worry, serial entrepreneur Dominic Mills has been there and has the answers you need to succeed.

We uncover the power of community, localism, and entrepreneurship as we follow Dominic's journey from exit to founding his latest startup, Yuup -  a marketplace that connects people with local experiences.

Key Takeaways

- Community as a Catalyst: Learn from Dominic's experience with 'Yuup' about the power of community in accelerating business growth

- Balancing Acts: Hear Dominic's take on the advantages and challenges of bootstrapping versus taking on external funding

- Leadership Mastery: Discover how to become an effective leader

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Unlock the secrets to overcoming fear, addressing burnout, and finding happiness with the power of coaching.

Meet Ashleigh Tennent, founder of More Happi - a platform making coaching affordable for all.

Discover how she conquered her fears, recognised burnout, and built a successful coaching business that's changing lives.

Key Takeaways  

- Overcoming Fears and Limiting Beliefs: Learn how Ashleigh tackled her fear of public speaking, which was rooted in her childhood

- Addressing Burnout: Discover how Ashleigh recognised and navigated burnout with the guidance of a coach, emphasising the importance of reflection and gaining perspective.

- The Power of Mentors and Coaches: Understand the difference between mentors and coaches

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Depression affects 1 in 6 adults in the UK, with medication being the most common treatment.

But what if there was a drug-free approach that actually works?

The CEO of Flow Neuroscience, Erin Lee, reveals how their innovative headset is changing the game in mental health treatment.

Key Takeaways

- Embracing uncertainty is part of the startup journey, and as your knowledge grows, the awareness of what you don't know increases.
 
- Authenticity in leadership, Erin reveals how sharing your flaws and uncertainties can unify a team and contribute to a more genuine work environment.
 
- Persistence and passion are critical for startup success, and why you need to be starting a business for the right reasons

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Twin brothers.

A unique vision.

And a determination to create a global nature brand against all odds.

This is the remarkable story of Unyoked: hear from co-founder Cam about his unstoppable startup that has overcome bushfires, floods, and a pandemic to bring sustainable off-grid cabins to the world.

Key Takeaways

- Creating a category is a bold move that differentiates your startup from competitors and requires deep market understanding, a clear USP, and significant marketing efforts to educate consumers.
- Having a co-founder with aligned values and life stages is crucial for a harmonious relationship and the success of a startup.
- A startup journey will inevitably encounter challenges, and maintaining resilience and a problem-solving mindset is crucial in navigating and overcoming these obstacles.

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Join us on board a real Boeing 727 as we dive deep into the mind of a passionate business leader, entrepreneur, and activist, Johnny Palmer.

From software to hospitality to renewable energy, he has built multiple successful ventures and now shares his blueprint for success with you.  Are you ready to join the ride?

We discuss his core values of disruption, growth, and sustainability, the importance of delegation and trust, the benefits of building a support network, and the challenges of dealing with loneliness in business.

Key Takeaways

- The importance of taking personal responsibility for one's actions and outcomes, viewing every challenge or failure as an opportunity for learning and growth. 

-Johnny's blueprint to go from idea to execution and how to nurture embryonic concepts

-The power of collaboration, leadership, and delegation, suggesting that success in business involves trusting and empowering others, having a clear and energetic vision, and being open to the chaos that can lead to innovation.

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Imagine seeing all your fitness progress in a Magic mirror, powered by AI. 

That's exactly what entrepreneur Varun has created with his tech-first personal training solution after his personal battles with unhealthy habits. 

Discover how he overcame investor rejection and built an MVP, plus the sacrifices he made along the way.

Key Takeaways

- How to fund and build an MVP

- Having a co-founder with complementary skills can be invaluable for supporting and sharing the entrepreneurial journey, making the challenges of startup life less lonely. 

- Criticism and feedback, even when harsh, can serve as a catalyst for improving your business approach and refining your pitch to investors.

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How one entrepreneur turned his struggles into a thriving business.

We speak with serial entrepreneur, co-founder of Heights and host of the Secret Leaders podcast, Dan Murray-Serter. 

Hear how Dan went from struggling with insomnia and anxiety to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the world of nutrition and wellbeing.

Discover Dan's insights on resilience, building a unique brand, and creating your own category. 

Key Takeaways

- Find out how Dan used a newsletter to grow his business and the mistakes he made that we can all learn from

- Dan's investment philosophy, based on investing in over 50+startups and how to invest in people, not businesses

- Taking yourself too seriously as a founder can lead to a loss of enjoyment and fulfilment in the startup journey, so it's essential to maintain the ability to laugh at yourself and find joy in the process.

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Do you dream of being an angel investor but don't know where to begin?

Learn from the co-founder of The Angel Investing School, Andy Ayim , about how he is democratising the world of angel investing and why being a non-conformist can lead to great leaps in learning.

Find out how Andy's backpacking trip at 21 sparked personal and professional growth and led him on the path to entrepreneurship and angel investing.

Key Takeaways

- Find out what keeps Andy moving forward with confidence, and how someone becomes a trusted advisor to new businesses. 

- We explore toxic company cultures, the importance of being true to oneself, and the democratisation of angel investing.

- Lack of diversity in angel and VC funding and the need for equal access to opportunity for all

- The importance of serving customers rather than investors, especially in challenging climates, reminding founders to focus on their intrinsic motivations 

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Get an inside look at the mind of a successful serial entrepreneur and investor.

Former Dragon, Piers Linney shares his upbringing, mistakes, and what really drives him in business. 

In this interview, he shares his personal story and key insights on starting and growing businesses that will fascinate and motivate any founder or aspiring entrepreneur.

Key Takeaways

- Pursue what you enjoy and collaborate with people you like working with

- The importance of pivoting or starting anew if your business isn't working out, as the first venture often serves as a learning experience rather than a financial success.

- The vision for Moblox and what the future holds in tech and AI

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Some say the best ideas come over a drink, and for these lifelong friends, tequila sparked their entrepreneurial journey.

But there’s more to tequila than 3am shooters, sucking a lemon and licking salt.

They went all in, quit their day jobs, and went on a wild Mexican adventure.

Here's the inspiring story of how they turned a simple idea into a successful startup  El Rayo.  It’s bonkers and brilliant - and likely to make you ask yourself - what am I waiting for?

Key Takeaways

- Trust your instincts and what you think will be best for the business, as some of the best ideas can come from spontaneous moments or casual conversations.

- Resilience is a crucial skill for business owners, as you will often face rejection and challenges, but it's important to push through and enjoy the journey of building your business.

- When starting a business without industry experience, don't be afraid to ask questions and seek advice, but also be prepared to admit what you don't know and learn from others.

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