Game Changers Podcast by Synextra

How do full-time fighters and athletes find funding to support their early careers?
 Is being an athlete a sustainable career in 2024? How accessible is it to obtain sponsorships to earn a living wage? Niall Brown and Dez Derry talk about the world of professional fighting and entrepreneurship in our latest podcast.

Both share their experiences navigating the challenges of funding professional fighting careers and the pivotal role that Fight Division has in changing the landscape for pro-athletes.

Niall Brown, professional boxer, opens up about the hardships and reality of many athlete’s backgrounds and his own; balancing the need to provide for his family whilst also pursuing his dream of becoming a world champion fighter. Stumbling upon his love for combat sports through the infamous Master Sken’s in Stockport, Greater Manchester, Niall’s passion and commitment to Muay Thai and boxing excellence propelled him to the top. Now, with an undefeated boxing streak, Niall has laid the foundation for the creation of Fight Division.

Dez, a self-proclaimed serial entrepreneur, recounts his journey from working in the warehouse, becoming a top seller, to successful entrepreneur and investor. Through his connections at the Muay Thai gym, Dez has been instrumental in aiding the development of Fight Division, leveraging his business expertise to support game changing platform.

Niall and Dez talk about the intersection of combat sports and entrepreneurship, the challenges of balancing training with financial responsibilities, and the power of social media in athlete sponsorship. Their candid insights and personal anecdotes offer a captivating glimpse into their journeys of resilience and determination that lead them to the top.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:06 Dez Derry: Entrepreneur, investor, martial artist.
06:12 A game changer means being disruptive and different
07:11 The importance of fitness in a business
09:00 Niall Brown: Professional boxer and former UK No1 Muay Thai fighter
12:14 Dez's background: from warehouse to entrepreneur 
31:36 Niall: becoming a professional fighter  
44:16 What is Fight Division and what makes it special
56:23 Martial Arts, Business & Mindset
57:57 The importance of visualisation
1:02:15 Question from our previous guest

For listeners/viewers eager to learn more about Fight Division and the opportunities it offers for aspiring fighters, visit the Fight Division website: https://fightdivision.co.uk/

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Sucheet Amin, solicitor turned tech entrepreneur, sent waves through the legal space with the development of his mobile application, inCase™. Working as a solicitor in the legal sector, Such observed the breakdown of communication between clients and legal professionals first hand, often caused from a long winded paper trail. Isolating the problem spanning far and wide in the legal sector, Such saw the need for a change…and inCase™ was born.
 Such has changed the game when it comes to the legal sector, developing a higher understanding of what customer service excellence truly means, and how it may be the very thing holding back your business from truly thriving.
 Embracing technological developments, truly putting the customer experience first, a thirst for innovation, and the determination to get the job done, Such sits down with Chris Piggott to share his cocktail to success.

#entrepreneur #solicitor #customerservice

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
2:19 Who is Sucheet Amin?
3:18 The draw of the legal sector
8:00 The journey to qualified solicitor and how it’s changing
10:10 What is a Game Changer?
12:25 Challenging the status quo
17:37 The origin of a game changing idea
22:15 What is inCase and how has it revolutionised law firms?
34:47 Bleeding-edge development based on customer requirement
37:49 The ups and downs of inCase's growth journey: Navigating the challenges of innovation in a competitive market
46:20 The numbers: Defining success
49:38 The importance of celebrating the small wins and focusing on the journey, not the destination
55:43 Technology in law: Increasing productivity or taking people’s jobs? 
1:08:11 Is it possible to ensure and maintain a human element, and personal connections between lawyers and clients with accelerated technological advancements? 

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Is creativity the answer to your sales problems? Steph Griggs is an entrepreneur and Creative Director changing the game. After her time working in brand licensing for the likes of Mr Men & Little Miss, paired with her career as Creative Director for brands such as Roald Dahl, Steph has accumulated a world of knowledge and invaluable insights to just how creative may be holding your business back.
With her expertise, Studio Griggs was formed. Her own independent studio, offering a 360 approach to creative problems. Now juggling life as a mother, business owner, and working with some of the biggest names in the industry; Steph sits down with us to tell us her journey and share her invaluable insights.
Can creative really make or break the performance of sales, marketing campaigns, and the brand as a whole? Watch now!
#gamechangers #licensing #creative

Visit her website for a peek at her portfolio 
www.studiogriggs.com

00:00 Intro
02:28 Meet Steph: Discover why she embarked on the journey of independence and established her own studio
05:32 Unveiling the meaning of being a game changer through Steph's lens
06:05 Understanding licensing in business and its impact on creativity
09:13 You don’t need to be a model student to succeed
11:15 Exploring what drives Steph's creativity
13:22 Tracing Steph's roots in the creative design field and her university experiences
20:02 Diving into the role of a brand manager and the transition to a licensing manager
25:41 Exploring standout players in the licensing market and what makes "Roald Dahl" books unique
28:36 Navigating the legal side of licensing and the fusion of creativity and commerce
36:57 Understanding the importance of brand identity
38:26 Empowering "Haus of Lords": The value of female voices and leaders
42:50 Embracing the challenges and inspirations of starting a new studio journey
43:26 Exploring the ideal client partnerships for Studio Griggs and the creative world of kids' books
46:12 How to juggle work-life balance
50:09 The unique offerings of Studio Griggs
52:14 The technological landscape and the AI behind Studio Griggs
55:41 Looking to the future
56:14 The timeless principles of marketing creativity in storytelling

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What defines an effective content marketing strategy? Dan Holt draws on his years of experience in the Marketing industry, and more recent success on Linked In with Mary’s Marketing Adventures to explain how it all works.

Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BWKCcdIorsM

0:00 Introduction: Podcast Trailer
1:58 Meet Dan Holt the Mind Behind Boss Digital
3:22 Crafting Business Culture Beyond the Corporate Norms
4:48 Team Synergy and Client Alignment
7:07 A Simple Concept with Significant Work
8:13 Strategies to Propel Business
13:01 What does being a game changer mean to Dan
14:35 Advice from Dan to His Past Self
15:21 The Story Behind "Mary’s Marketing Adventures" Doodles
22:14 Content Strategy
25:51 The Power of Social Media in Digital Marketing
30:35 Chat GPT vs. Copywriters - Navigating the Impact
35:34 How "Mary’s Marketing Adventures" Have Shaped Others
36:21 Defining Your 'What'
38:53 LinkedIn Success
41:50 Google Paid Advertising
44:38 Strategies to Define and Capture Leads
50:05 Extracting Insights from a Marketing Luminary
52:53 Leveraging Podcasts for Business Growth
56:52 The Future of "Mary’s Marketing Adventures"

Go check out Mary’s Marketing Adventures over on Dan’s LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/danholt2/
Dan’s Marketing Agency Boss Digital, in case you need someone else to do the work https://boss-digital.co.uk/

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What is the thing that recruitment forget? Jack Brandwood talks us through how his company is revolutionising the landscape of tech recruitment. In our conversation with the Co-founder and Director of Tact.it, we unravel the entrepreneurial journey that led him to establish the IT specialist recruitment company. Delve into the challenges Tact faced in its early stages, the cultivation of a thriving work culture, and its ambitious vision for expansion. Jack generously shares the keys to his success, including his recommended reading list, exercise routine, and daily habits that contribute to his accomplishments.

#gamechangers #companyculture #recruitment 

Tact talks: www.youtube.com/@tactit1344/
Tack-IT website: www.tact-it.co.uk

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00:00 Jack Brandwood
00:55 Who is Jack from Tact IT?
06:23 How to define a game changer?
09:10 How to keep innovating
11:00 How Tact utilises automation in recruitment
14:35 Being clear in recruitment
16:48 Tact’s First Hire
19:50 Technology and AI in Recruitment
25:15 Bias in recruitment
27:10 Improving recruitment with talent pooling and having a good EVP employee value proposition
31:22 How your tech stack is stunting your recruitment
33:36 Biggest influences
38:16 The Importance of organisation and planning
40:49 The impact of Exercise on your working performance
43:12 Burnout, mental and physical health
48:55 Use systems not goals
52:42 Advice to yourself
54:38 The best interview process!
58:50 Books and apps
1:00:12 Bad job recruitment excuse

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The Game Changers Podcast is coming soon!

This podcast is all about uncovering the secrets of pioneers who are making a difference in their fields. Whether they're entrepreneurs, leaders, or creative professionals, they all have one thing in common - they're game changers. They're the ones who are pushing their industries forward and shaping new areas of society. And now, you can join us on this journey as we dive deep into their stories, learn how they make an impact, and discover what sets them apart from the crowd.

So, don't miss out on the first episode! Click the link below to subscribe to our YouTube channel and be ready for the launch of the Game Changers Podcast on the 5th of February 2024.

Get inspired and learn how to become a game changer in your industry.

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