Most people think you need money, fame, or influence to build something big. But what if the secret to scale was giving it away for free? Adam reveals how a conversation with Simon sparked a movement, and why tens of thousands of people show up every month - expecting nothing in return.

In today's moment, Adam shares how the right relationship built an unstoppable mission.

Listen to the full episode here:

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Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-healthy-entrepreneur-podcast/id1661258211

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Adam Smith is an entrepreneur who went from working in Alzheimer's research labs to building Helpbnk, a global platform spanning 100+ countries with over 250,000 users. Now he works closely with Simon Squibb and has been described as "the luckiest guy in business" - but as you'll discover, luck has little to do with it.

In this episode, Adam reveals:

⬛ Why starting a business now is easier than ever (and how to execute fast)

⬛ The people systems that scaled Helpbnk across 100+ countries

⬛ Why 40,000+ people choose to give on the platform

⬛ The real meaning of freedom for entrepreneurs (financial, time & geographic)

⬛ How moving with extreme urgency separates winners from everyone else

⬛ Why university might be the worst investment you'll ever make

⬛ The CEO who fired everyone in a restaurant (and what it taught Adam)

⬛ Adam's secret dream he's never shared publicly

If you're building a business, this conversation is packed with actionable systems, marketing strategies, and the mindset shifts needed to create real entrepreneurial freedom.

00:00 Intro

01:05 The story that started the platform

02:20 How does Helpbnk work?

06:10 How do you know who to trust?

11:03 Ad

12:06 Why 40k people come to give

15:48 The importance of being around the right people

21:20 Ad

22:25 Is university a waste of time?

29:50 People have more options to monetize in different ways

34:50 If you're going to exit a business, do this

38:00 How to build smart

39:45 The traits of a successful founder

42:05 The best quote

49:12 Money, relevance and purpose in business

51:05 What does freedom look like to Adam?

52:30 The most important mindset shift for entrepreneurs

53:50 Adam, what is your dream?

57:40 Advice for those who are thinking of starting a business

Follow Adam Smith:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamsmi7h

Helpbnk: https://helpbnk.com/

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Most people think leadership is about moving fast, but the truth is the best leaders play a completely different speed game. Best-selling author Sophie Devonshire reveals how great leaders build velocity without burnout, the systems toxic workplaces use to destroy teams, and why most entrepreneurs are left exhausted and directionless.

In today's moment, Sophie reveals what the very BEST leaders have in common.

Listen to the full episode here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ifxAr8GjdDLeiGMaJlzpy?si=331f89b06b8849f2

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/leadership-expert-energy-is-everything-moving-at-speed/id1661258211?i=1000730960596

Watch the episodes on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@HealthyEntrepreneurPodcast/videos

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Pith & Stem

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Dan Kennedy, world-renowned celebrity portrait photographer, breaks down personal branding, image strategy, and the psychology behind capturing powerful shots with everyone from Keira Knightley to David Beckham. As a visual storyteller who's worked with Disney, Estée Lauder, and graced the covers of The Times, Dan reveals the unseen factors that separate amateur content from career-defining imagery.

In today's moment, Freddie and Dan speak about how Dan works closely with high level entrepreneurs and celebrities like David Beckham, Angelina Jolie, and Keira Knightley.

Listen to the full episode here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1tVpbNmEbwCdNXkYuySinm?si=PEaef3ATSpa9J6Wdr0-NOg

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/celebrity-photographer-warns-entrepreneurs-are-losing/id1661258211?i=1000732117386

Watch the episodes on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@HealthyEntrepreneurPodcast/videos

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Dan Kennedy, world-renowned celebrity portrait photographer, breaks down personal branding, image strategy, and the psychology behind capturing powerful shots with everyone from Keira Knightley to David Beckham. As a visual storyteller who's worked with Disney, Estée Lauder, and graced the covers of The Times, Dan reveals the unseen factors that separate amateur content from career-defining imagery.

In today's moment, Dan explains what the ROI is on an entrepreneur doing a high quality photoshoot to update their personal brand.

Listen to the full episode here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1tVpbNmEbwCdNXkYuySinm?si=PEaef3ATSpa9J6Wdr0-NOg

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/celebrity-photographer-warns-entrepreneurs-are-losing/id1661258211?i=1000732117386

Watch the episodes on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@HealthyEntrepreneurPodcast/videos

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Pith & Stem

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Dan Kennedy, world-renowned celebrity portrait photographer, breaks down personal branding, image strategy, and the psychology behind capturing powerful shots with everyone from Keira Knightley to David Beckham. As a visual storyteller who's worked with Disney, Estée Lauder, and graced the covers of The Times, Dan reveals the unseen factors that separate amateur content from career-defining imagery.

In today's moment, Dan explains how you can take high quality photos on your iPhone to update your personal brand images. He explains the importance of updating your photography as an entrepreneur and how you can do it yourself at home.

Listen to the full episode here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1tVpbNmEbwCdNXkYuySinm?si=PEaef3ATSpa9J6Wdr0-NOg

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/celebrity-photographer-warns-entrepreneurs-are-losing/id1661258211?i=1000732117386

Watch the episodes on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@HealthyEntrepreneurPodcast/videos

Sponsor:

Pith & Stem

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Dan Kennedy, world-renowned celebrity portrait photographer, breaks down personal branding, image strategy, and the psychology behind capturing powerful shots with everyone from Keira Knightley to David Beckham.

As a visual storyteller who's worked with Disney, Estée Lauder, and graced the covers of The Times, Dan reveals the unseen factors that separate amateur content from career-defining imagery.

In this explosive conversation with Freddie Pullen on The Healthy Entrepreneur Podcast, he explains:

◼️Why entrepreneurs lose millions by ignoring their visual brand

◼️The 5-minute psychology trick that gets celebrities to open up instantly

◼️How to shoot magazine-quality photos on your iPhone (and the hidden settings pros use)

◼️Why updating your imagery yearly is non-negotiable for business growth

◼️The dangerous mistake founders make with their personal brand (and what to do instead)

00:00 Intro

01:35 Dans story

06:16 Why Dan got into celebrity photography

09:40 Dan reading celebrities body language

10:24 Ad

11:35 No one else can infect a room like THIS

13:20 How to stay in control

15:50 Why poor communication is SO frustrating

17:50 A celebrity stormed out on Dan!

20:25 Advice for a founders on their personal brand

24:20 How to level up your personal brand

27:20 Freddie's experience being on TV

27:50 Ad

29:00 BTS of the studio we're recording in!

31:50 SOPs for celebrity photoshoots

35:00 How Dan's utilises his SOPs to create a long term partnership

39:50 The biggest mistake Dan made in business

44:30 Biggest misconception about why people don't invest in their personal brand

46:30 How often should you re do your personal brand photos

53:15 "I know I can do better!!"

54:00 Something most people would NEVER guess about the world of photography

55:05 Secret hack to take photos on your iphone

58:51 Ad

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Leadership Expert: 'Energy Is EVERYTHING' Moving at Speed Without Burning Out | Sophie Devonshire

In this episode, entrepreneur and podcast host Freddie Pullen speaks with best-selling author and leadership expert Sophie Devonshire about building systems for growth, avoiding burnout, and what separates great leaders from toxic ones.

We cover:

- The dark truth about toxic work relationships and when to leave

- Why speed kills teams (and what velocity actually means for business growth)

- How the best leaders build real, human teams and marketing ecosystems

- The 3 month sprint problem that destroys startup culture

- Why energy is your only currency as an entrepreneur

- Finding your purpose and freedom when you've lost direction

- The balance between ego and great leadership

- Sales systems and thinking frameworks that create sustainable growth

Whether you're an entrepreneur scaling fast or struggling with burnout, this episode will transform how you think about leadership, building wealth, and creating business freedom.

Follow Freddie Pullen for more: www.instagram.com/freddiepullen

Follow Sophie Devonshire: www.instagram.com/sophie.devonshire

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In this episode of The Healthy Entrepreneur Podcast, join Freddie Pullen as he interviews email marketing expert John Ainsworth, known as The Funnel Guy.

Discover how John has transformed the sales ecosystem for course creators by developing a powerful 3 Email Framework that generated an astonishing $170K from just two webinars for one of his clients.

This email funnel marketing masterclass shares vital insights into not only viral email marketing strategies but also essential elements of high-performing sales pages.

If you’re an entrepreneur, a course creator, or selling digital products looking to scale your business and achieve freedom through effective marketing, this episode is tailored for you!

Tune in for key takeaways that will elevate your sales game.

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In this episode, entrepreneur and podcast host Freddie Pullen speaks with systems expert Mike Bandar about how to build and optimise your business in 2025.

We cover:

- The blueprint to get from $100k to $1m a year using systems

- The number one way to battle test your systems

- The greatest myth founders believe who are struggling to scale

- How to get your business to run without you

Whether you’re a new entrepreneur and want to learn how to build systems to grow and scale your business, or if you have been in business for a while and you're looking to scale fast, this episode will rewire your mindset and show you EXACTLY what the top entrepreneurs are doing in 2025 (so their business can run without them).

Follow Freddie Pullen for more:  https://www.instagram.com/freddiepullen

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Resources from Mike:

Waybook Success Stories: https://www.waybook.com/success-stories?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=healthy_entrepreneur_podcast

Free Onboarding Checklist: a downloadable resource for small business owners looking to streamline onboarding and fix common mistakes: https://www.waybook.com/resource/free-onboarding-checklist?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=healthy_entrepreneur_podcast

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Pith & Stem 

The Bates Foundation 

Nutrition Kitchen 

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