Keep It Real With Khadija Podcast

Greggs promised their staff  7 million in bonuses thanks to the success of their vegan sausage rolls and in this episode Khadija reflects on the importance of employee bonuses and incentives, sharing some great examples from her own experience as both an employee and successful business owner.

There are lots of things that employees consider important when working, in any sized company, and being recognised for the work they do and being part of the team are key aspects that are important to them and there are ways for employers to recognise the part employees play in the journey to success.

Employee benefits are a great way to celebrate the role employees play and provide benefits that make sure they feel valued. Listen in and hear how Khadija successfully achieved this in her business.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• I first knew about employee benefit schemes when working at a large corporate – they had staff bonuses in the form of Christmas meals and incentive bonuses linked to sales.
• I also worked for Financial Ombudsman, a civil service organisation with employee benefits such as free health and dental care.
• I took the core values from the Ombudsman organisation into my new business because they were so closely aligned with my personal core values.
• They had great values that everyone in the company knew and understood
• I wanted my staff to be able to do the same in my company.
• One of the platforms I used as a start-up company was perk box - when my employees signed up they got access to free break-down cover for their vehicle and mobile phone insurance, in addition, there were opportunities for discounts on trips to places like Alton Towers.
• As the employer, I paid a monthly subscription to perk box so that my employees could access these additional benefits.
• If you don't already have an employee benefits scheme set up I recommend you start one as it can be a valuable tool for both staff retention and satisfaction.
• As an employer, it's vital to recognise the role your team play in the success of the company and employee benefits are a great way to do this.

BEST MOMENTS

‘I was, through a monthly subscription, able to offer my employees employer benefits'

‘I Googled cheap business opportunities and cleaning company came up as an option so I went and purchased the cleaning products required and got started'

‘It's an important topic to talk about'

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Keeping it Real with Khadija Podcast 

www.perk.box.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Keep it real with Khadija is an interview-based podcast hosted by Khadija Kalifa. As a BBC Apprentice finalist and busy Mumpreneur, Khadija is on a mission to build an empire whilst raising two children, inspiring others to make their passion their profession. Khadija speaks openly about how she grew up in an underprivileged area, turned her daughter's birth trauma into a motivational story, and became a BBC Apprentice finalist, successful business mentor, motivational speaker, property investor and podcast host. Guests of the show speak candidly about life, business, mental health, mindset and making the most of every opportunity. 

CONTACT

Www.keepitrealwithkhadija.com

Www.facebook.com/keepitrealwithkhadija

Email: [email protected]     / [email protected]

Khadija Kalifa Instagram 

Khadija Kalifa Twitter

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‘#do one person at a time!'

In this highly entertaining episode, Khadija is with fellow entrepreneur Kamila Wszolek who is a Serviced Accommodation and cashflow creation expert, who is nominated for the ‘Young Entrepreneur in a Growing Business' award in London.

Kamila and Khadija are feisty and outspoken female entrepreneurs who are doing it their way and in this wide-ranging conversation discuss creating more wealth, getting the right team in place, jealousy, being strong, the traits of entrepreneurs, speaking your truth and dating someone like-minded.

This is a great listen and has something for everyone who wants to keep it real and hear what Kamila and Khadija really think about being strong women in the world of social media and business.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Often in business people copycat without giving any credit to the person who gave them the idea
• Keep it real, keep it honest, keep it authentic.
• If people think you are really strong they think they can say what they like about you.
• Lots of entrepreneurs have the same traits – they have a lack of patience; they lack empathy and they have tunnel vision about what they want to achieve -success.
• Emotional control is vital. It's saying your truth but learning to recognise when it might turn into something else such as an argument.
• It's important to say what you think but in a controlled way.
• You can be judgemental about the action but should never be personal.
• The most important thing is to learn to say ‘thanks for the feedback'

Launching The Kamila Show podcast

• SA is my speciality but there is a big world out there and I want to know more about it all
• My podcast will be all about business and ‘The Kamila Show' will be all about everything I do in business including the highs and lows. The interviews will be across all areas of business as I love being out there having interesting conversations.
• For me, success is the network of people you surround yourself with.
• I have built my own family from the people who I have met through business.

BEST MOMENTS

‘I'm a huge supporter of women but there is a lot of bitterness and jealousy from other women'

‘I don't accept excuses if you don't want to f#cking do it then don't'

‘People hear you and it makes you an expert in your field which brings more financially as you can extend your reach as a mentor'

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Keeping it Real with Khadija Podcast 

Kamila Wszolek LinkedIn

ABOUT THE HOST

Keep it real with Khadija is an interview-based podcast hosted by Khadija Kalifa. As a BBC Apprentice finalist and busy Mumpreneur, Khadija is on a mission to build an empire whilst raising two children, inspiring others to make their passion their profession. Khadija speaks openly about how she grew up in an underprivileged area, turned her daughter's birth trauma into a motivational story, and became a BBC Apprentice finalist, successful business mentor, motivational speaker, property investor and podcast host. Guests of the show speak candidly about life, business, mental health, mindset and making the most of every opportunity. 

CONTACT

Www.keepitrealwithkhadija.com

Www.facebook.com/keepitrealwithkhadija

Email: [email protected]     / [email protected]

Khadija Kalifa Instagram 

Khadija Kalifa Twitter

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‘There is no point in being an entrepreneur and staying under a rock'

Today's episode all about entrepreneurship and what makes a successful entrepreneur. Khadija has loads going on with mentoring, events and running her businesses but having located a new business opportunity she wants to do it.

Is this what makes her an entrepreneur? She explores the traits that are identified as being those of an entrepreneur and reflects on how for a long time she thought she was the weird one.

If you are an entrepreneur and want to hear about Khadija's' journey to hugely successful entrepreneur and why she has now surrounded herself with other entrepreneurs so that she can help more people then listen in now.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Lots of people are content with what they have but I'm an entrepreneur and I have to keep striving for something more.
• I've made mistakes but I've also got it right and have achieved success.
• Now I have an ‘eye' for it and can help other people in their businesses.
• I have made the mistakes other entrepreneurs make and taken on too much across different businesses. Now I know it's about knowing how to systemise and create effective processes.
• We are programmed to have a job 9 – 5 or run a traditional business
• My one piece of advice for any entrepreneur is to not spend unless you need to, keep costs low using a virtual assistant and leverage everything you can.
• Money is not the prime driver for an entrepreneur and it's not about the risk, entrepreneurs accept the risk because they have to they don't seek it, they just accept it as part of the journey to creating a successful business.

BEST MOMENTS

‘I'm earning good money but I'm an entrepreneur and this is the thing'

‘There is always the person who p#sses on your bonfire or sh#ts on your parade'

‘Why would I want to take on a new challenge when I'm already helping others and my current businesses are doing well'.

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Keeping it Real with Khadija Podcast 

Success harbor website

ABOUT THE HOST

Keep it real with Khadija is an interview-based podcast hosted by Khadija Kalifa. As a BBC Apprentice finalist and busy Mumpreneur, Khadija is on a mission to build an empire whilst raising two children, inspiring others to make their passion their profession. Khadija speaks openly about how she grew up in an underprivileged area, turned her daughter's birth trauma into a motivational story, and became a BBC Apprentice finalist, successful business mentor, motivational speaker, property investor and podcast host. Guests of the show speak candidly about life, business, mental health, mindset and making the most of every opportunity. 

CONTACT

Www.keepitrealwithkhadija.com

Www.facebook.com/keepitrealwithkhadija

Email: [email protected]    / [email protected]

Khadija Kalifa Instagram 

Khadija Kalifa Twitter

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Khadija recently spent a very pleasant evening hosting the Apprentice 2018 candidates, and now's your chance to listen in on this amazing conversation. Hear from the likes of eventual winner Sian, Jasmine, Kayode, Kurran, Sabrina, and all your other favourites as they talk about how life has changed since then, and what they're up to now!

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Camilla's nut milk product has gone on to be stocked in 645 Holland & Barrett stores nationwide.
• Kayode has gone on to become a speaker, speaking at many engagements, plus launching a line of personal merchandise.
• Sian has been developing a line of summer-wear, which she has recently also adapted so as to fit in with the winter months.
• Kurran is simply enjoying life, and has turned his hand to acting. He is currently in rehearsals for a play called ‘Enron' at the Putney Arts Theatre.
• Sarah Ann is multitasking more than ever, running a baby furniture business, and being a solicitor.
• Sabrina is organising tennis events, and also has begun to work as a children's presenter and sports presenter. Her new podcast is called Blonde In Business.
• Jasmine was headhunted after the show and has landed her dream role in the corporate world.
• Reality TV personalities suffer a tremendous amount of abuse, as well as love. Most people don't realise how detrimental this abuse can be to mental health.

BEST MOMENTS

‘I was fashionably late, as per…'

‘There is no filter here'

‘We could just share your mic'

‘I'm still getting recognised!'

‘You like people watching you'

‘Embrace the hate. It takes more energy to hate someone than love them'

‘Mike Winnett, this is for you…'

‘Everybody can win'

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Keeping it Real with Khadija Podcast

ABOUT THE HOST

Keep it real with Khadija is an interview-based podcast hosted by Khadija Kalifa. As a BBC Apprentice finalist and busy Mumpreneur, Khadija is on a mission to build an empire whilst raising two children, inspiring others to make their passion their profession. Khadija speaks openly about how she grew up in an underprivileged area, turned her daughter's birth trauma into a motivational story, and became a BBC Apprentice finalist, successful business mentor, motivational speaker, property investor and podcast host. Guests of the show speak candidly about life, business, mental health, mindset and making the most of every opportunity.

CONTACT METHOD

Www.keepitrealwithkhadija.com

Www.facebook.com/keepitrealwithkhadija

Email: [email protected]    / [email protected]

Khadija Kalifa Instagram 

Khadija Kalifa Twitter

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As part of Nick Bradleys 'entrepreneurial series', Nick is in conversation with our host, Khadija Kalifa!

They discuss the journey Khadija has been on, what it is really like to be an entrepreneur and finding what you love then making it your vision.  

This fascinating podcast is a must for anyone who wants to really know what it's like if you are ‘keeping it real' listen in to find out more. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS 

• My cleaning business was circumstantial, a necessity due to factors in my life at the time. 

• From an early age, I knew that if I wanted something I had to work hard for it. 
• I have a belief system, a mindset that drives me to be successful. It is important to me and I see it as my responsibility to make sure everybody in my family is looked after. 
• Some people like to have a life of certainty, everything is more or less what you expect it to be until it's not. Those are the people who try to keep it as level as possible but that's not realistic. 
• As an entrepreneur, there are always ups and downs but you have to take control of your future. 
• We all have the same needs but require the balance between those needs to be different according to our individual characters. 

• The psychology is important, you need to understand who you are and who you need around you to move your business forward successfully. 
• You cannot do it on your own you need others around you to take on the other necessary roles within the business. 
• Since being on ‘The Apprentice I have utilised opportunities for public speaking, networking and podcasts. 
• It was like a business boot camp. I came out having learnt a huge amount about business and gained confidence in my own abilities. 
• If I can help others learn from my mistakes then I am able to offer them something positive. 

• People need to decide on a set of standards. When you start with that you can then retrofit those standards back to your business. If you don't do that you won't have the vision in place to move forward. 
• Your mission to build an empire requires you to have a vision where others are working within it. 
• If you are doing what you love, doing it becomes your passion. 
• The empire then becomes part of the clarity, not the destination. 
• Most people want to help people in the way that they can help. 

• If you find what you are really special at then everything changes and there is no work anymore. 

BEST MOMENTS 

‘I've always been a hustler' 

‘You've got to have a balance' 

‘If someone's being stupid, I tell them they are being stupid' 

‘The entrepreneurial journey is within everyone but it's a trigger that is switched in some of us' 

VALUABLE RESOURCES 

Scale Up Your Business Podcast 

ABOUT THE HOST

Keep it real with Khadija is an interview-based podcast hosted by Khadija Kalifa. As a BBC Apprentice finalist and busy Mumpreneur, Khadija is on a mission to build an empire whilst raising two children, inspiring others to make their passion their profession. Khadija speaks openly about how she grew up in an underprivileged area, turned her daughter's birth trauma into a motivational story, and became a BBC Apprentice finalist, successful business mentor, motivational speaker, property investor and podcast host. Guests of the show speak candidly about life, business, mental health, mindset and making the most of every opportunity.  

CONTACT 

Www.keepitrealwithkhadija.com 

Www.facebook.com/keepitrealwithkhadija 

Email: [email protected]     / [email protected]  

Khadija Kalifa Instagram  

Khadija Kalifa Twitter 

ABOUT THE GUEST

My name is Nick Bradley. I'm an entrepreneur, author, speaker and investor.   

My background is in growing and scaling VC and Private Equity backed businesses. Having successfully built, bought and sold a number of companies, and removed myself from day-to-day operations, my focus now is on helping entrepreneurs get to where they want to be, in business and in life. As well as investing in growth businesses and backing turnarounds - with the ultimate aim of creating value from significant capital events. 

I'm passionate about personal and professional development - showing up and being the best version of myself ... every day.   

My bigger vision is to help bring entrepreneurial skills, experience and mindset to people in developing nations - so they can follow their dreams, live life more on their terms - utilising entrepreneurship as a global force for good. 

CONTACT METHOD 

https://twitter.com/nickcbradley 
[email protected]  
www.fielding.global   

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In this episode, Khadija is with Traci Cornelius, successful entrepreneur and host of the ‘Women Rockin' Business' podcast. 

They are both successful entrepreneurs and mums and in this entertaining and lively episode, they discuss their business journeys and the realities of managing children and running multiple businesses. 

They are both ambitious and share how this is received and perceived by others - is it right that if you are ambitious you are branded ‘bossy'? 

Find out what Traci and Khadija think is this enjoyable podcast collaboration episode. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS 

• Being in business is not just learning about the business it's about learning about yourself. 

• When I was first in business it was all about working on your weaknesses but what you need to do is outsource the things you are not good at and focus on the things you are good at. 
• Work on your strengths and get better. 
• You can run more than one business successfully but not if you have the mindset of having to be able to do everything yourself. 
• For a long time, I thought I needed to know everything but as a business, it's not realistic and for the individual, it's not achievable. Understanding that its ok to ask for advice is vital if you want to be successful in business. 
• Entrepreneurs can become stuck because they believe they have to follow certain pathways 

• We are conditioned to think about putting things into particular boxes but this can stop progression and development. 
• As entrepreneurs failing is part of the learning process and finding the right thing. You have to develop the right skillset and be able to implement it effectively. 
• You cannot be successful in business if you have a self-sabotaging mindset, you must look to change internally instead of looking for the answer externally. 
• Business is a learning process and it's ok to make mistakes and mess it up, it doesn't mean you've failed it means you are learning. 

BEST MOMENTS 

‘I began to look into being self-employed because I needed the flexibility' 

‘You can't run a successful business if your mindset is that you have to be able to do  everything' 

‘For a long period of time, I was able to earn money but my lack of self-worth massively impacted on my ability to be ultimately successful' 

VALUABLE RESOURCES 

Keeping it Real with Khadija Podcast  

Women Rockin Business Podcast 

Next Step Aim High Community Facebook 

ABOUT THE HOST 

Keep it real with Khadija is an interview-based podcast hosted by Khadija Kalifa. As a BBC Apprentice finalist and busy Mumpreneur, Khadija is on a mission to build an empire whilst raising two children, inspiring others to make their passion their profession. Khadija speaks openly about how she grew up in an underprivileged area, turned her daughter's birth trauma into a motivational story, and became a BBC Apprentice finalist, successful business mentor, motivational speaker, property investor and podcast host. Guests of the show speak candidly about life, business, mental health, mindset and making the most of every opportunity.  

CONTACT 

Www.keepitrealwithkhadija.com 

Www.facebook.com/keepitrealwithkhadija 

Email: [email protected]     / [email protected]  

Khadija Kalifa Instagram  

Khadija Kalifa Twitter 

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One of the best ways to consume content nowadays is through podcasts. Not only does it save time, but it also helps you grasp ideas easier since you hear the emotions in the conversations. 

In this collaborative episode, Khadija is joined by the Leveraged Lifestyle Podcast host, who is none other than Catherine Turner, to talk about the world of podcasting – from pre-planning to producing to publishing. They talk about how to scout guests, how to select the best VA, why people choose podcasts over radio, how to make a business thrive, and many more. There is also some unwritten podcasting etiquettes between podcasters which you might need to know. Then after the insightful discussion, Catherine plays Khadija's Yes or No game at the end so listen in! 

KEY TAKEAWAYS 

• As podcasters, where do Khadija and Catherine get their awesome guests?  

• Khadija, for one, used the VIVA Club (link below) to find the most reliable virtual assistant she will work with. Guests are then selected by them, the hosts, for the VA's to contact them.  
• For Catherine, it also helps that she connects to most of the guests through social media platforms to get a chance to engage with them and tell them how your podcast can help them show how relevant they are. 

• Stay in touch with your guests (and other podcasters who also invited the guest). Plan out when the content (i.e. audio/video) will be published and make sure it won't cross with the launch of his other podcast guesting's. You don't want to anger other podcasters while getting the maximum engagement for your episode as much as possible. In addition, your guests might also know someone who can also offer a fresh perspective related to your podcast. 
• Why do people prefer podcasts over radio nowadays? People love authenticity, the smooth informal flow of conversations. It's easier to trust people who can be themselves easily. 

• You can't too much pressure on yourself in growing your business. For most, the first business they've manage was more of a big business course—learning what to do and not to do, correcting mistakes, and so on. 

BEST MOMENTS 

• “When you want to be successful, time is of the essence.” 
• “Podcasting is a natural fit for collaborations.” 
• “Everyone knows someone who knows one.” 

• “You can't copyright knowledge.” 
• “Having a leveraged lifestyle for me is doing minimal work while having maximum money.” 

VALUABLE RESOURCES 

• https://www.keepitrealwithkhadija.com/ 
• Leveraged Lifestyle Facebook Community - bit.ly/llocfbgroup  

• The Very Important Virtual Assistant (VIVA) Club Facebook Group - VIVA Club 
• https://www.progressiveproperty.co.uk 
• I'm Worth More: Realize Your Value. Unleash Your Potential by Rob Moore on Amazon 
• Life Leverage: How to Get More Done in Less Time, Outsource Everything & Create Your Ideal Mobile Lifestyle by Rob Moore on Amazon 

ABOUT THE HOST

Khadija Kalifa is a ‘serious Mumpreneur, BBC Apprentice 2018 finalist, blogger, Motivational speaker and Business mentor and consultant'. She also hosts her own podcast, Keep it Real With Khadija, where she interviews various entrepreneurs and thought leaders in different industries. 

• Khadija Kalifa Official Website - https://www.keepitrealwithkhadija.com/ 

ABOUT THE GUEST

Catherine Turner, your host of Leveraged Lifestyle.  

Catherine has been investing in Property since 2012, with her main strategy now Serviced Accommodation which she, and now her team, have grown from 1 to 18 properties in less than 24 months. 

Catherine is probably best known for her public speaking successfully training thousands of people how to create businesses that can be run from anywhere in the world on their own terms and becoming a world record holder in the process. 

Catherine is the host of the podcast, Leveraged Lifestyle, which reached No. 1 in all Business in the iTunes podcast chart in less than 3 hours on launch. Leveraged Lifestyle is all about creating a lifestyle of freedom, through leverage, outsourcing and systematising. 

CONTACT METHOD 

• Catherine's Website - http://www.catherineaturner.com/ 
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/catherineturnerspeaker 

Leveraged Lifestyle Podcast Details 

• iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/…/leveraged-lifestyl…/id1380225106… 
• Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/…/progressivepr…/leverage-lifestyle 
• [email protected]  

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‘Cleaners are one of the most important parts in our business, they are our eyes and ears as the people who are first into a property when guests leave' 

In this hybrid episode, Khadija is interviewing Kevin Poneskis successful Serviced Accommodation Investor and host of the ‘Serviced Accommodation Podcast' whilst he simultaneously interviews Khadija about her cleaning business. 

They discuss what's important when you are starting out in Serviced Accommodation and the important role cleaning staff play in the operation of any Serviced Accommodation Business. 

This is a great podcast which offers an opportunity to see things from more than one perspective, listen in and enjoy. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS 

What if you are thinking of getting into SA? 

A lot of people do SA in the wrong way taking on extensive risk through the acquisition of a SA property, which is a challenge when further down the line they decide SA is not for them. 

People should get trained in SA before they get into SA because there are a lot of moving parts to consider. 

The DEALS model is an effective pathway for serviced accommodation 

D – due diligence 

E - explore 

A – acquisition a SA 

L – logistics 

S – Scrutinise 

People invest huge amounts of their money without understanding what they are doing 

You need to get some training and a mentor. Learn from a mentor's mistakes rather than making those mistakes yourself. 

Rent to SA is a great way of getting into serviced accommodation it is a model that requires much less investment. 

Working with cleaning companies as a SA provider 

Whatever you think you will need the cleaning company to do should be discussed in detail 

 I have a fixed rate I don't want to pay differing amounts based on the level of untidiness 

I prefer not to negotiate so working with a cleaning company who have experience of SA is helpful because they are able to establish an average time for a clean and know what working in the SA sector entails. 

Our cleaners are one of the most important parts in our business, they are our eyes and ears as the people who are first into a property when guests leave. 

If you are constantly giving your cleaning company a problem you are not going to keep them. 

You need to pick a good cleaning company and then work well with that company 

BEST MOMENTS 

‘The worst thing that can happen with rent to SA is that you give it back' 

‘Build up your passive income when you are still in a job then you can live the life you want to live as an entrepreneur' 

‘I spent 24 years in the army as an entrepreneur, if you have an entrepreneurial spirit you have to find a way to be an entrepreneur' 

‘I'm fully aware that sometimes guests leave a property looking nice and sometimes it's like a war zone' 

VALUABLE RESOURCES 

Keeping it Real with Khadija Podcast  

The Serviced Accommodation Property Podcast 

https://propertysoldier.co.uk/ 

ABOUT THE GUEST 

Your host Kevin Poneskis enjoys public speaking, travelling, exercising and keeping fit. He also enjoys working with a charity called STOLL which provides accommodation and training for homeless veterans.  

Kevin was in the British Army serving 24 years, mostly in a Commando unit and retired at the rank of Regimental Sergeant Major. He left the Army in 2011 and became a full-time property investor. During most of his Army career, Kevin was investing in property and has been a property investor now for over 27 years. 

CONTACT METHOD 

https://en-gb.facebook.com/propertysoldier/ 

[email protected]  

ABOUT THE HOST 

Keep it real with Khadija is an interview-based podcast hosted by Khadija Kalifa. As a BBC Apprentice finalist and busy Mumpreneur, Khadija is on a mission to build an empire whilst raising two children, inspiring others to make their passion their profession. Khadija speaks openly about how she grew up in an underprivileged area, turned her daughter's birth trauma into a motivational story, and became a BBC Apprentice finalist, successful business mentor, motivational speaker, property investor and podcast host. Guests of the show speak candidly about life, business, mental health, mindset and making the most of every opportunity.  

CONTACT 

Www.keepitrealwithkhadija.com 

Www.facebook.com/keepitrealwithkhadija 

Email: [email protected]      / [email protected] 

Khadija Kalifa Instagram  

Khadija Kalifa Twitter 

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Out of the mouth of babes…

This week, Khadija keeps it real with her most special guest yet, her three year-old daughter, Taaliah Ellis, whose insights may surprise you.

For instance, did mummy deserve to win The Apprentice? Is she a good singer? If she could be any animal, which would she be? And has Khadija finally met her match in the Yes/No game…?

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• When she is older, Taaliah would like to be a ghost. Either that or Rapunzel.
• Pigs hold a lot of appeal because of the noises they make. Lions make interesting sounds, too.
• Taaliah's favourite activites are gling to bed and putting things in the bin. Oh, and going swimming.
• Darcy, Lola , Florence and Mummy are among her closest friends. And Sicily is her favourite holiday destination.
• Taaliah Ellis is not a fan of appearing on podcasts, but she likes Keeping It Real With Khadija.
• Despite what you may have heard, Mummy is not good at cleaning. But she is good at singing and cooking. Taaliah is good at everything.

BEST MOMENTS

'I want to be a gumball'

‘Cause you need to buy toys for me'

‘I call you pickle noodle arms'

‘You're the 15th of July'

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Keeping it Real with Khadija Podcast

ABOUT THE HOST

Keep it real with Khadija is an interview-based podcast hosted by Khadija Kalifa. As a BBC Apprentice finalist and busy Mumpreneur, Khadija is on a mission to build an empire whilst raising two children, inspiring others to make their passion their profession. Khadija speaks openly about how she grew up in an underprivileged area, turned her daughter's birth trauma into a motivational story, and became a BBC Apprentice finalist, successful business mentor, motivational speaker, property investor and podcast host. Guests of the show speak candidly about life, business, mental health, mindset and making the most of every opportunity.

CONTACT METHOD

Www.keepitrealwithkhadija.com

Www.facebook.com/keepitrealwithkhadija

Email: [email protected]    / [email protected]

Khadija Kalifa Instagram 

Khadija Kalifa Twitter

This show was brought to you by Progressive Media

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This week, Khadija's keeping it real with hairdresser to the stars, the fabulous Mr James Johnson, who joined this impromptu conversation backstage at the podcast launch, and who took some time between blow-drys to talk about his meteoric rise to the top, the importance of keeping it real, the mystery of green hair (!), and his biggest accomplishments to date...

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• James has been in business for around two years, and has been instantly successful among celebrity circles. 
• Success has come off the back of working hard. James has put in the time, and has worked hard to establish his name. The result is that he's being sought out constantly by stars.
• Beginning as an apprentice, James had to endure long commutes, and menial tasks for minimum wage. When the time came, he took the risk and went it alone. The gamble paid off handsomely!
• To build yourself up in business, you need to take what you can and never say no. Each job leads to another.
• Humility is a wonderful quality, but never forget that you reach places in life and business because of who you are. It's vital that we value ourselves and recognise our talents and qualities.
• Salons are dying out. People much prefer hairdressers to visit them at home. It's more convenient and far more comfortable.

BEST MOMENTS

'The swans wash your hands for you!'

‘It's not about how many agents you've got'

'Never say no'

'Treat the CEO the same as a janitor'

‘You are actually kick-ass great'

‘If the hair goes green, you shouldn't be a hairdresser'

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Keeping it Real with Khadija Podcast

James Johnson Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iamjamesjohnson/?hl=en

James Johnson's Website - https://www.iamjamesjohnson.com

ABOUT THE HOST

Keep it real with Khadija is an interview-based podcast hosted by Khadija Kalifa. As a BBC Apprentice finalist and busy Mumpreneur, Khadija is on a mission to build an empire whilst raising two children, inspiring others to make their passion their profession. Khadija speaks openly about how she grew up in an underprivileged area, turned her daughter's birth trauma into a motivational story, and became a BBC Apprentice finalist, successful business mentor, motivational speaker, property investor and podcast host. Guests of the show speak candidly about life, business, mental health, mindset and making the most of every opportunity.

CONTACT METHOD

Www.keepitrealwithkhadija.com

Www.facebook.com/keepitrealwithkhadija

Email: [email protected]    / [email protected]

Khadija Kalifa Instagram 

Khadija Kalifa Twitter

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