Pursue The Pull

What if self-doubt wasn’t something you needed to overcome… but something you could actually use to move forward? 👀

In this episode of Pursue the Pull, we sit down with serial exited founder, investor and entrepreneur Luke Tobin for a powerful conversation about ambition, leadership, performance and the reality of building something big.

Luke scaled Digital Ethos into one of the UK’s fastest-growing digital marketing agencies before leading it to a multimillion-pound exit. Today, he works with and invests in ambitious founders and businesses — but behind the success is a story many entrepreneurs will recognise: navigating pressure, uncertainty, big decisions and that persistent voice of self-doubt.

We talk about what really happens when you start pushing beyond your comfort zone, why doubt doesn’t necessarily mean you’re on the wrong path, and how you can turn it into greater clarity, courage and momentum. 🚀

Luke also gives us a glimpse into the thinking behind his upcoming book, The Power of Self-Doubt, and why learning to work with doubt could completely change the way we approach success and personal growth.

🎧 A must-listen for founders, leaders, dreamers and anyone pursuing something bigger.

#entrepreneurship #foundermindset #leadership 

In this episode of Pursue the Pull, Stacey Bevan sits down with Misha Saidov, founder of the Institute of Metacognitive Programming (IMCP), modern philosopher, entrepreneur and best-selling author.

Misha explores how the patterns shaping our identity influence our relationships, decisions and direction in life, and how Metacognitive Programming can help us understand and transform them.

From human behaviour and personal growth to coaching and building a global organisation reaching more than 150,000 people across 93 countries, this conversation is packed with fascinating insights into how we think, change and become who we truly want to be.

#pursuethepull #podcast2026 #personalgrowth

What does it take to produce over 200 films, raise over a billion dollars in Hollywood, and work alongside James Cameron and Michael Jackson? In this episode I sit down with Larry Kasanoff, legendary Hollywood producer, Chairman and CEO of Threshold Entertainment and one of the most unconventional creative entrepreneurs in the world.

Larry is the producer behind some of the biggest franchises in film history, Mortal Kombat, Terminator 2, Platoon, True Lies and Dirty Dancing. He co-founded Lightstorm Entertainment with James Cameron, packaged music video projects with Michael Jackson, the Rolling Stones and Elton John, and produced theme park attractions for Marvel, Star Trek and Spider-Man.

He also holds an MBA from Wharton and a BA from Cornell, and his message to entrepreneurs everywhere is simple: Don't be normal.
His brand new book A Touch of the Madness: How to Be More Innovative in Work and Life by Being a Little Crazy is out now.

✅ In this episode:
→ How Larry built one of Hollywood's most unconventional careers
→ How he selects actors for his movies
→ The mindset behind the Mortal Kombat franchise and its global success
→ What entrepreneurs can learn from Hollywood about pitching, storytelling and never giving up


#hollywoodmovies #filmproducer  #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurmindset #businesspodcast #creativeentrepreneur

In this inspiring episode, Stacey Bevan sits down with real estate entrepreneur Feras Toboli, who arrived in Malta as a refugee with just €1.50 and went on to build a seven-figure property business.🚀

 Feras shares the mindset, strategies, and hard-earned lessons that helped him transform adversity into success through rental arbitrage, property investment, and development. A must-listen for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, resilience, and real estate.💼


This is your sign that anything is possible. Feras is living proof that no matter where you start, you can rebuild, reinvent yourself, and achieve extraordinary things through hard work, resilience, and dedication. Having lost everything, he found his motivation and turned it into success—and the most exciting part is that this is only the beginning of his journey.🎧🔥

#pursuethepull #podcast #realestate #entrepreneurship #motivation

What separates the founders who get funded from the ones who get overlooked? According to Gerd Bommer, it starts in the mind!

With 25+ years building businesses across Europe, the Middle East, and North America, Gerd has seen every side of the table — startups, corporates, governments, and capital. Now a Founder-First Investor, Keynote Speaker, and Strategic Advisor, he backs pre-seed and seed stage founders who build with purpose and refuse to play small.

In this episode, Gerd breaks down why mindset is capital, why energy is currency, and why overlooking diverse and female founders isn't a fairness issue — it's a capital allocation mistake.

If you're building something that matters, this one's for you.

🎙️ Pursue the Pull — conversations with the people building what's next.
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#FounderMindset #PursueThePull #FounderFirst

In this episode, I’m joined by Oz Oboh, a VC-backed entrepreneur and the Founder of CUTBOX and ARCSTRIKE, for a powerful conversation on building, funding, and scaling ambitious businesses 🚀

Osajie launched CUTBOX in 2020 at just 25 years old, growing it into the world’s first tech-led barber chain. Despite starting during the pandemic, he raised £2.4M across five funding rounds, scaled the business to £750k in ARR, led 30+ staff, drove profitability, and reached an £8M valuation — all on his first serious venture 💼

Now, through ARCSTRIKE, Osajie is applying those hard-earned lessons to the defence-tech space, developing drone technology with a mission to put machines before humans on the battlefield.

This episode is packed with practical insights on fundraising, leadership, scaling from zero, and thinking boldly as a founder. A must-listen for anyone pursuing entrepreneurship, investment, or their next big idea !

#entrepreneurship #fundraising #pursuethepull

We’re celebrating Episode 60 of Pursue the Pull with something truly special — host Stacey sits down with fellow Birmingham entrepreneur Jordan Pincombe, the founder of Updesigners, a creative subscription service that’s redefining how brands get design done.

What started as an idea in 2019 has grown into a powerhouse team of 25+ designers helping over 100 brands level up their creative output — from scroll-stopping social content and motion graphics to sleek websites and full campaign visuals. Jordan shares the reality behind scaling a design business in today’s fast-moving market: the challenges, the turning points, and the strategies that helped him double Updesigners’ growth in just 12 months. It’s a story of vision, grit, and building something extraordinary from Birmingham to the world.

In this milestone episode, Jordan opens up about the future — with bold plans to reach 200 clients and double his teamwithin the next year.

Two Birmingham innovators. One inspiring conversation. Don’t miss this one.

What does it really take to wake up happy every day? ☀️ 

In this episode of Pursue the Pull, we sit down with entrepreneur, author, and mindfulness advocate Rick Culleton, who’s lived through both extremes—sleeping on the streets 🛌 and running multimillion-dollar businesses.

Despite outward success, Rick discovered that happiness wasn’t waiting at the top of the ladder—it had to be cultivated from within 💡. Through his journey with ADHD, accidental sobriety, and rebuilding after failure, Rick has developed practical, no-fluff strategies for overcoming burnout, discouragement, and the endless noise of modern life.

We dive into:
✅ Why chasing wealth and status rarely leads to fulfillment
✅ How daily routines and mindfulness can transform your outlook
✅ Rick’s path from used car dealer and felon to CEO and bestselling author
✅ The raw, humorous insights behind his book Messed Up Like You

Rick’s story is proof that you don’t have to have it all figured out to change your life. Messed up? Join the club.

#Mindfulness #EntrepreneurLife #WakeUpHappy

In this episode, we sit down with Katie Nelson, Founder & CEO of Sales Uprising and the dynamic leader known as “The Sales Catalyst.” 💡 With over 25 years of experience and $150M in sales, Katie has built her business on one powerful truth: “Cashflow is Oxygen.” 💵


She shares how entrepreneurs and small business owners can bring the fun back into sales, create consistent cashflow, and scale into six-figure and beyond success. 🚀 Katie has helped hundreds of business owners transform ideas into thriving companies—and she’s here to show you how sales can be the key to unlocking your profit-making potential.

If you’re ready to master sales, grow your revenue, and step confidently into the Big Leagues of business, this episode is packed with strategies and inspiration you won’t want to miss.


#salescoaching #smallbusinessgrowth #entrepreneurmindset

Unlock Your Potential with Dr. Margaret Cochran – Psychology, Energy Work & Success
Ready to turn passion into profit? In this episode of Pursue The Pull, we chat with Dr. Margaret Cochran — acclaimed psychologist, life coach, hypnotherapist, and energy work expert — who’s been featured on BBC, ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, Healthline, and more.

With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Cochran shares how blending psychology, hypnotherapy, and energy work can help you communicate effectively, break through mental blocks, and create the business (and life) you’ve always dreamed of. Perfect for dog lovers ready to launch a venture — or anyone chasing big goals.

#motivation #mindsetshift #psyhology