Wow, what a journey and learning experience after speaking with Mark!

He's pulled himself out of the pits of gang violence, assault and womanising to find purpose in helping others in doing the same. He strongly believes that everyone is in their own pit somewhere and all they need is some help to show them the light on the other side.

This is an amazing episode for those:

- Looking to find ways to unstuck themselves

- Trying to break free from their surroundings

- Trying to teach others based on their own life story.

Listen in now!

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Explore Becca's journey with me, with a dual-venture strategy. She talks about the process of:

- looking for opportunities,

- growing to help everyone, and then

- cutting down services once you know your niche.

Her businesses include a successful marketing agency and scottish treat e-commerce brand.

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I speak with Nathan Baws on how he started over 15 businesses and grew many to over 7 figures. He talks about his smart strategy to scale with low costs and taking every opportunity as it comes.

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Join me as I talk with Emma, a wellbeing and burnout coach focussing on the growing problem of mental issues with healthcare workers.

Listen to her story and journey into this field, and how Emma plans to reach out to more struggling clients with their life and wellbeing.

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Ever felt trapped in the 9-to-5 grind? In this episode of The Starting Story Podcast, I sit down with Mike Sieben, an Amazon Wholesale expert who walked away from a stable engineering career to build a multi-million dollar e-commerce business. 🚀

We dive into:

🔥 The exact moment Mike knew he had to escape the corporate world

🎯 Why most new entrepreneurs fail—and how to avoid their mistakes

🤯 The biggest misconception about making money on Amazon

💡 How AI is changing e-commerce (and why relationships still matter)

Mike’s journey is packed with insights, real talk, and lessons for anyone looking to take control of their financial future.

Connect with Mike here:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/mmsieben/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketplaceSuperHeroesofficial

URL: https://marketplacesuperheroes.com/mike

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Podcast Summary

In this episode of The Starting Story Podcast, I sit down with Amy Hager, a marketing strategist and co-founder of the Content Personality Club, to talk about the power of authentic branding, finding your marketing superpower, and building a business that aligns with YOU.

Amy’s career journey is nothing short of wild—from go-kart racing to running a B&B association to leading marketing teams. Now, she helps entrepreneurs grow their brands without the burnout. We dive into:

• 🔥 How to discover your unique content personality and stop wasting time on marketing that doesn’t suit you
• 🎯 The biggest mistakes business owners make in messaging & positioning (and how to fix them)
• 🤯 Why working for free is hurting your business—and what to do instead
• 💡 How taking a break can actually accelerate your success

Take the quiz: https://joyfulbusinessrevolution.com/quiz

See the full brand story here: https://joyfulbusinessrevolution.com/documentary

Connect with Amy: [email protected]

Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-hager-cae-iom-393493a/

Podcast SUMMARY here

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Ever wondered how to turn a passion for creativity into a thriving business? In this episode of Starting Story, I sit down with Kizzie St. Clair, founder of CGR Productions, to talk about how she went from organizing student events to launching her own production company.

We discuss:

• 🎭 How Kizzie’s background in acting, business, and event management shaped her entrepreneurial journey
• 🚀 The power of networking and why face-to-face connections still matter in a digital world
• 💡 Why personalization is the key to unforgettable event experiences
• 🔥 The challenges of starting a business from scratch and how to push through self-doubt

Reach out to Kizzie at her instagram: @cgrproductions_

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In this episode of the Starting Story Podcast, I sit down with Gresham Harkless Jr., founder of Blue 16 Media, CB Nation, and Blue Star Franchise, to talk about the power of content, entrepreneurship, and navigating the chaos of building multiple businesses.

Gresh shares how he went from selling snacks on the playground to running a digital media powerhouse, why every business is a media company, and the hard lessons he learned from getting laid off and taking risks. We dive into:

• 🔥 How a childhood newsletter sparked his passion for storytelling
• 🎯 The struggles of balancing multiple ventures without burning out
• 🤯 Why most businesses fail at marketing—and how to fix it
• 💡 The one thing every aspiring entrepreneur should focus on first

Learn more about Gresh from his one-pager here: https://progreshion.com/one-pager/

InstaGram: https://www.instagram.com/progreshion

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Have you ever thought your next trade show could be the turning point for your business?

In this episode of The Starting Story Podcast I sit down with Maree Louise, a trade show expert with 20+ years of experience, to uncover the hidden strategies behind successful exhibitions.

We discuss:

• 🔥 Why most businesses fail at exhibitions (and how to avoid it!)
• 🎯 The #1 mistake exhibitors make that costs them leads and sales
• 🤯 How a $100K stand can generate $1M in return
• 💡 The 48-hour follow-up rule that can make or break your success

If you're planning an exhibition—or just curious about the power of face-to-face sales—this one’s for you!

Look further into Maree's amazing work here:

www.fortyfourprojects.com

https://www.instagram.com/fortyfourprojects/

https://www.facebook.com/FortyFourProjects

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His biggest struggles were actually opportunities in disguise.

In this episode, I sit down with Miki Farmer, an international student turned entrepreneur, who went from homelessness to running a thriving business.

We dive into:

• 🌍 Leaving home with no plan – Miki’s journey from a small Indian village to Singapore
• 🏚️ Surviving on the streets – How he turned financial hardship into motivation
• 🎤 Busking for survival – The unexpected hustle that saved his education
• 📸 From dishwasher to photographer – Building a business from scratch with zero experience
• 💡 One ‘yes’ that changed everything – The power of networking and taking risks

Miki’s story is raw, inspiring, and packed with lessons for anyone chasing success from a low point.

Find out more about Miki and how he's helping others excel in small business here:

Email : [email protected]

Instagram : www.instagram.com/mikii_farmer

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