The Self Unemployed Podcast

The Self Unemployed Podcast

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  • I Left the Military's Safety Net & Built Wealth with "Good Debt" – Here's How

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    Craig Beasley is an ex-Royal Navy aircraft engineer who spent 16 years working on iconic aircraft like Harrier jets, Sea King helicopters, and the F-35 on brand-new carriers. In 2023, he made the courageous decision to leave the military's guaranteed security—including the infamous pension trap—and transition into full-time property investing. Today, he's scaling a growing portfolio through Buy, Refurb, Refinance (BRR) strategies turned into high-performing serviced accommodation, leveraging "good debt" to build real wealth and freedom. In this episode of The Self-Unemployed Podcast,

    Craig shares:

    🔑 Why he walked away from 8 years left to pension eligibility and the "safety net" that was holding him back

    🔑 The mindset shift from fearing debt to embracing "good debt" vs "bad debt"—and how leverage changed everything

    🔑 How military discipline, cheap living in service, and aggressive saving funded his first big moves (including buying commercial property cash!)

    🔑 The power of environment and community (like the Samuel Leads Academy) in fueling motivation and action

    🔑 Why solving bigger problems for others creates massive value—and how that applies to property, entrepreneurship, and life

    🔑 His current setup: turning rundown properties into contractor-focused serviced accommodation for passive income potential

    This conversation is packed with real-talk mindset shifts on security, debt, risk, and building abundance. The Self-Unemployed Podcast is all about developing the wealth mindset to escape the traditional 9-5 trap, become the person you want to be, add massive value to the world, and live life to your full potential—without waiting for permission or a pension. Listen/watch all the way through for the full story and practical takeaways.

    If it resonates, smash that LIKE, SUBSCRIBE for more inspiring episodes, and check out our back catalogue for mindset gold.

    #SelfUnemployed #WealthMindset #GoodDebt #MilitaryToEntrepreneur #PropertyInvesting #FinancialFreedom

    55 min
  • Overcame Depression & Stigma to Become "The Hotel Guy" | Tommy Cleary

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    🎙️ In this episode of The Self-Unemployed Podcast, 24-year-old entrepreneur Tommy Cleary opens up about his journey from a traditional Irish Traveler background—facing bullying, deep stigma, depression, and suicidal thoughts—to becoming known as “The Hotel Guy” in the property world. Today he runs a thriving locksmith business, sources high-value property and business deals (now expanded to Dubai), and scales hotel acquisitions with creative no-money-down strategies, all while building serious cash flow and personal freedom. Tommy shares raw, honest insights into the mindset battles most ambitious people hide, and how he turned pain into unbreakable confidence and business success.

    🔑 Key discussion points we cover:

    • ✅The dark moments of suicidal thoughts and how a strong “why,” faith, and community pulled him back from the edge
    • ✅“Fake it till you make it” – pretending to be confident until it becomes real, and why putting on a strong face matters
    • ✅Boxing as the ultimate mindset metaphor: facing crippling fear before a fight, then watching it vanish in the ring—and applying that to business risks and failures
    • ✅Overcoming Traveler stigma and bias in school, work, and business, then building credibility so strong that background no longer defines him
    • ✅Shifting to hotel specialization for niche branding (“Tommy’s the hotel guy”), raising finance creatively, outsourcing smartly, and maintaining a pipeline even during lows
    • ✅The life-changing power of surrounding yourself with winners, asking for help, and adopting a “can-do” abundance mindset over poverty thinking
    • 🚀This episode is raw proof that the Self-Unemployed mindset isn’t about never feeling down—it’s about developing the tools, reasons, and support network to rise every time life knocks you back. Tommy’s story shows how mastering your inner game directly builds wealth, lets you become the person you’re meant to be, and makes you more valuable to everyone around you.

      🎧Listen/watch all the way through—Tommy’s vulnerability and practical takeaways will hit different depending on where you are in your journey. If this resonates, smash that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE for more mindset-shifting episodes, check out the playlist for similar stories, and drop a comment: What’s one mindset shift that’s helped you push through a low point?

      Let’s keep building – see you in the next one!

      1 hr 22 min
    • Samuel Leeds: Why I Moved to Dubai – Escape UK Taxes & Live Tax-Free in 2026

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      📈 Samuel Leeds Property Investing Webinar: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/

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      🎙️Samuel Leeds – the UK property legend who's closed over 1,000 deals and built a multi-million empire – just made one of the boldest moves in wealth building: ditching the UK for Dubai to live as a true global citizen. In this raw, eye-opening conversation from his beachfront rental in Dubai, Samuel reveals why he's gone all-in on tax-free living, luxury flexibility, and unlocking massive UAE property opportunities in 2026.

      🔑We dive deep into:

      • ✅The tax frustrations that triggered his December 2025 exit from the UK (and why he's not looking back)
      • ✅How renting insane luxury in Dubai beats buying – for freedom, yields, and avoiding ties to one country
      • ✅The surprisingly low barrier to becoming a global citizen (even if you're not ultra-wealthy yet – remote work hacks included)
      • ✅Smarter property plays in the UAE: deal sourcing boom, high demand, and why Samuel sees millionaire status again in months ✅Sovereign mindset: multiple residencies, passports, structured businesses – no more being "stuck" by taxes or borders
      • ✅Why Dubai feels more faith-friendly and opportunity-rich than the UK for many
      • 📈This episode is pure fuel for the Self-Unemployed mindset: breaking free from high taxes, location limits, and outdated rules to build real wealth, become the person you want to be, and add massive value to your life and others. Listen all the way through for the unfiltered truths and actionable shifts that could change everything.

        🔴Inspired to take your first step? Check out Samuel's free virtual property training session where he shares proven strategies to build wealth, minimize taxes legally, and source killer deals – perfect for applying the global mindset discussed here: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/

        👍If this fires you up, smash that LIKE, SUBSCRIBE for more mindset-expanding episodes, and check out the full archive for proven wealth strategies. #Dubai #TaxFree #GlobalCitizen #PropertyInvesting #wealthmindset

         

        1 hr 2 min
      • Kaine Harris: 17-Year-Old Becomes UK's Youngest Landlord – How He Did It!

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        📈 Free Property Investing Webinar: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/

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        🎙️ Kaine Harris is a 17-year-old powerhouse: cancer survivor, school dropout, boxer, and now officially the UK's youngest landlord! By cleverly buying property in Scotland (where you can own from age 16), he bypassed England's 18+ restriction, registered on the official landlord list, and claimed a title that's turning heads. In this episode, he shares the wild journey—from age hurdles and insurance headaches to building real assets and financial freedom young—with key guidance from Samuel Leeds, the UK's biggest property investment trainer.

         

        🔑 Key points we dive into:

        ✅ How Kaine became the youngest UK landlord at 17 by targeting Scotland's rules and getting officially registered

        ✅ Overcoming massive barriers: can't check into hotels he controls, insurance refusals, but still making it happen

        ✅ The "Self-Unemployed" mindset: owning systems/assets (hotels, properties) that generate income while you're "unemployed" by choice

        ✅ Lessons from the Financial Freedom Challenge with Samuel Leeds, funny mishaps, and why getting uncomfortable builds massive value

        ✅ Why most teens fit the mold—but if you don't, ditch limits, start a business, and build wealth on your terms

         

        Kaine's incredible story was supercharged by Samuel Leeds' training and mentorship—proving that with the right strategies, age is just a number when it comes to property investing. If Kaine's journey inspires you to take control of your financial future, check out Samuel Leeds' free online property training where he teaches proven ways to buy multiple properties (even with no money), scale fast, pay £0 in tax legally, and build real wealth. Spots fill up quick—grab your free spot here: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/

         

        📈 This podcast is all about developing that Self-Unemployed mindset: shifting from trading time for money to building wealth, becoming the person you truly want to be, and adding real value to your life, family, and community. Stick around till the end for Kaine's raw advice on breaking free young—you won't want to miss it! If this fires you up, smash that LIKE, SUBSCRIBE for more mindset-shifting episodes, and check out our back catalogue for more stories like this.

        #SelfUnemployed #YoungestLandlord #PropertyInvesting #WealthMindset #FinancialFreedom

        1 hr 18 min
      • How These 2 Young Mechanics Quit Their 9-5 to Build a Property Empire

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        🎙️ In this episode, meet Austin Jesus and Finlay Coldwell-Johnson – two young former Volkswagen mechanics who broke free from the daily grind of fixing cars and low-paying comfort zones. Mentored on the job and fueled by podcasts, books like Rich Dad Poor Dad, and the Samuel Leeds community, they made a powerful mindset shift that led them to quit their 9-5 jobs and go full-time into property investing. Now they're building a solid portfolio with BRR (Buy, Refurbish, Refinance), HMOs, and rent-to-rent strategies – all through discipline, faith, calculated risks, and long-term wealth focus.

        🔑 Key points we discuss in the episode:

        • ✅How listening to podcasts and audiobooks at work sparked their mindset transformation and escape from the employee trap
        • ✅Overcoming negativity from colleagues, friends, and family – and why results speak louder than arguments
        • ✅The real difference between "bad debt" and "good debt" for leveraging property deals (and why most people get it wrong)
        • ✅Their journey from buying personal houses "the wrong way" to securing multiple all-money-out BRR deals and planning HMOs/serviced accommodation
        • ✅Why true freedom isn't just financial – it's about delayed gratification, discipline (including sobriety), and becoming valuable to yourself and others
        • ✅Ignoring haters, embracing risks, and building long-term wealth instead of chasing quick cash
        • 📈 The Self-Unemployed Podcast is all about developing that wealth mindset to escape the 9-5 trap, build real wealth, become the person you want to be, and add massive value to those around you and the world. If you're feeling stuck in a job that doesn't fulfill you, this episode shows it's possible to take the leap – with the right mindset and strategies – and live life to your full potential. Watch all the way through for the full story, raw insights, and motivation to start your own journey. If this resonates, smash that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE for more mindset-shifting episodes, and check out the full playlist for stories like this. Drop a comment: What's holding YOU back from quitting the 9-5?

          #Quit95 #PropertyInvesting #WealthMindset #BRR #RentToRent #SelfUnemployed #FinancialFreedom

          1 hr 3 min
        • Josh Grey: From Steel Worker to £2.6M Property Empire: Escaping 9-5 with ZERO Money Down

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          📈 Free Property Investing Webinar: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/

          ⭕ Come to an Inner Circle meeting: https://www.samuelleeds.com/checkouts/the-inner-circle-guest/ref/319/

           

          🎙️Josh Grey was stuck in a soul-draining 9-5 job at Tata Steel—bored, undervalued, and lacking purpose. He took voluntary redundancy and dove headfirst into property investing using other people's money (OPM), joint ventures, bridging finance, and smart "good debt". Today, he's scaling toward a £2.6M portfolio with virtually zero of his own cash down—proving you don't need money to build serious wealth.

          🔑 In this episode, we cover:

          • ✅The mindset shift that made him quit corporate boredom for entrepreneurial freedom
          • ✅How "good debt" (e.g., £710k bridging loans) creates cash flow that covers payments and grows with inflation
          • ✅No-money-down strategies: deal sourcing, joint ventures on HMOs, blocks of flats, and service accommodation
          • ✅Why most people confuse money with wealth—and how property flips that script
          • ✅Overcoming procrastination, setting written goals, and taking action even when you're "skint"
          • ✅Navigating UK property challenges (government rules, Wales specifics) without panic-selling
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            📈 The Self-Unemployed Podcast is all about developing the wealth mindset to escape the 9-5 trap, build real financial freedom, become the person you truly want to be, and add massive value to those around you and your work. Josh's story shows exactly how ordinary people create extraordinary results through smart strategies and the right psychology. Listen/watch all the way through for the full journey and actionable insights—then smash that LIKE 👍 if it inspired you, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 for more mindset-shifting episodes, and check out the playlist for similar stories! Ready to start building your own Self-Unemployed life with like-minded action-takers?

            #PropertyInvesting #Escape9to5 #WealthMindset #NoMoneyDown #selfunemployed

            57 min
          • Escaping the 9-5: Teachers' Real Journey to Property Investing & True Freedom: Ginny and Jer Grigg

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            ⭕ Come to an Inner Circle meeting: https://www.samuelleeds.com/checkouts/the-inner-circle-guest/ref/319/

             

            🎙️Ginny and Jer Grigg were once burnt-out teachers, buried in £30k debt and trapped in the relentless 9-to-5 grind. After discovering the Samuel Leeds Academy, they made a bold leap: left the classroom, dove into property investing, cleared their debt, and built a life of freedom. Now seasoned mentors, this dynamic Cornish couple guide others to escape employment conditioning and achieve true Self-Unemployed status.

            🔑In this episode, we dive deep into:

            • How mindset shifts and discipline helped them break free from teaching burnout and institutionalization
            • The power of community (like the Academy) in overcoming challenges and staying motivated
            • Why investing in yourself and running toward fear leads to massive growth
            • Balancing passion (even keeping a loved job) while making money work for you
            •  Visualization, reframing failure as learning, and creating real financial/emotional freedom through property
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              🚀The Self-Unemployed Podcast is all about developing that wealth mindset to build real wealth, become the person you truly want to be, add massive value to those around you, and live life to your full potential — no more trading time for someone else's dream. 🎧Listen/watch all the way through for the full transformation story and practical mindset hacks you can apply today. If this resonates, smash that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE for more inspiring journeys, and check out our other episodes for more ways to reprogram your thinking.

              #Escape9to5 #PropertyInvesting #MindsetShift #SelfUnemployed #financialfreedom

              1 hr 35 min
            • Turning "Diffability" into Superpower: How Dyslexia Fuels Wealth & Creativity

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              📈 Free Property Investing Webinar: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ref/319/

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              🎙️ In this episode of The Self-Unemployed Podcast, Colin Munro sits down with his good friend and fellow Samuel Leeds Academy member, Joseph Newland. Joseph is a dynamic, bilingual entrepreneur, international property investor, and now published children's author. Despite facing dyslexia and school struggles that left him feeling sidelined, he transformed those challenges into strengths—building a portfolio of rent HMOs using none of his own money, traveling the world with his family, and recently launching his inspiring book, The Cosmic Surfing Snail, with all profits going to ocean cleanup charities.

              🔑 Key points we discuss in the episode:

              • How dyslexic thinking (out-of-the-box problem-solving and big-picture vision) becomes a "diffability" superpower for entrepreneurs, not a limitation
              • Joseph's bold 6-month challenge to secure 6 rent HMOs (26 en-suite bedrooms so far!) with zero personal cash, using investor funding and relentless action
              • Overcoming fear of public speaking through the Academy— from forgetting his wedding speech to confidently leading Bristol Inner Circle events and delivering talks
              • The power of travel, bilingualism, and cultural immersion in reshaping mindset and opening new opportunities
              • Creating and publishing The Cosmic Surfing Snail as a dyslexic adult: turning ideas into reality, rewriting drafts, and using the book to teach kids about ocean protection and resilience
              • Why putting yourself out there (even when uncomfortable) builds self-worth, attracts opportunities, and snowballs into bigger wins
              • Ignoring criticism and hate while staying tough-skinned to inspire others—especially in the Academy—to take massive action with no money down
              • 📈 The Self-Unemployed Podcast is all about developing the "Self-Unemployed" mindset: taking ownership of your finances, building real wealth through smart investing and side hustles, becoming the person you truly want to be, and creating massive value for those around you and in your work.

                Joseph's story is pure proof that perceived limitations can become your greatest advantages when you embrace discomfort, create relentlessly, and act boldly. Listen all the way through for the full inspiration—it's packed with mindset shifts you can apply right away!

                If this episode resonates, smash that Like button, Subscribe for more wealth-building interviews, and drop a comment sharing your biggest takeaway. Check out our other episodes for more mindset gold, and join the growing Self-Unemployed community by signing up to the mailing list (link in bio/description)—so you never miss an episode of valuable content designed to help you level up. Let's build that freedom together! 🚀

                53 min
              • From Zero to 6 Properties in Spain: Kris Culley's Rapid Wealth-Building Journey

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                In this episode, host Colin Munro sits down with Kris Culley, a London-based property investor who, in under two years, has built an impressive portfolio of six BRR properties in Spain. Starting with zero international experience, Kris has turned rundown bargains into high-equity, cash-flowing assets through bold decision-making, disciplined execution, and a relentless focus on numbers over location. A true mindset machine, Kris shares his daily rituals of early mornings, gym sessions, and gratitude practices that fuel his rapid progress toward financial freedom.

                🔑 Key discussion points include:

                ✅Why Kris chose Spain as his main investment market — and why investing abroad is far simpler than most people think (no secret tricks required!)

                ✅How to build a reliable power team overseas (agents, builders, solicitors) and lessons learned from good, bad, and unreliable contractors

                ✅The surprising speed of the Spanish buying process compared to the slow, uncertain UK system

                ✅Realistic cash flow and equity gains from Spanish BRRs — including examples of properties roughly doubling in value after light refurbishments

                ✅Why Kris reinvests nearly all profits back into the next deal to keep scaling fast

                ✅Thoughts on UK property challenges (Renters’ Rights Bill, Section 24, tax changes) and why diversification across countries feels increasingly smart

                ✅The massive importance of mindset: conquering fears, daily non-negotiables, gratitude rituals, and writing down your fears then deliberately tackling them one by one

                ✅Public speaking as a fear-conquering superpower — and why sharing your wins (and failures) inspires others and elevates yourself

                📈The Self-Unemployed Podcast exists to help you develop the Self-Unemployed mindset — that powerful combination of bold action, financial discipline, continuous learning, and mental toughness needed to build real wealth, become the person you truly want to be, and create maximum value for yourself, your loved ones, and the world around you. Kris’s story is a perfect example of how quickly things can move when education, action, and unbreakable mindset come together. Stick with the full episode — the mindset and international investing insights are gold from start to finish!

                🔥If this episode fired you up, please Like, Subscribe, and drop a comment below sharing your biggest takeaway. Check out the other episodes for more wealth-building conversations, and join our growing community by signing up to the mailing list (link in description) — so you never miss an episode packed with value.

                1 hr 10 min
              • The Samuel Leeds Superfan Episode: Camden Lategan’s Full Story

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                🎙️ In this episode of The Self-Unemployed Podcast, host Colin Munro sits down with Camden Lategan, a dynamic property investor and entrepreneur originally from South Africa. After years working on luxury yachts around the world, Camden transitioned into full-time property investing in the UK, leveraging strategies like rent-to-rent serviced accommodations, HMOs, and deal sourcing. Now running his company Sailor Estates, he focuses on building cash flow, raising finance from his yachting network, and scaling his portfolio while emphasizing mindset and community support.

                🔑 Key highlights from our conversation include:

                • Camden's inspiring journey from yacht crew to property mogul, including his first rent-to-rent deal managed remotely from overseas and how it took longer than expected without proper support.
                • The transformative power of joining the Samuel Leeds Academy: overcoming initial skepticism, the value of networking, inner circles, mentors, and events that go beyond property to boost fitness, confidence, and business acumen.
                • Mindset shifts for success: reverse-engineering goals, using past experiences and contacts as leverage, and the importance of surrounding yourself with like-minded people to elevate your financial thermostat and take consistent action.
                • Creative property strategies like lease options, delayed completions, and joint ventures, plus real talk on seasonal challenges in serviced accommodations and the need for systems to achieve freedom.
                • Personal growth stories, from participating in academy boxing events (including Camden's championship win) to building a team with his girlfriend and VA, all while maintaining work-life balance.
                • 📈The Self-Unemployed Podcast is dedicated to helping you cultivate a "Self-Unemployed" mindset—empowering you to build lasting wealth, step into your full potential, and create value for yourself, your loved ones, and the world around you. We break down practical strategies to ditch bad debt, make your money work harder, take calculated risks, and systemize for true independence. Listen all the way through for insights that could change your trajectory, then like, subscribe, and check out our other episodes for more game-changing conversations. Join our community today by signing up for the newsletter via the link above—get exclusive tips and updates to fuel your wealth-building journey!

                  1 hr 5 min

                About The Self Unemployed Podcast

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                Welcome to “Self-Unemployed,” the podcast that explores the journey to financial independence and living life on your terms. Join us as we dive deep into the stories of individuals who have mastered the art of making their money work for them, allowing them to break free from the 9-to-5 grind.