https://simplecast.com Founded & Grounded Tired of startup hype? So are we. Ranked in the top 2.5% of podcasts globally and a top 5 startup podcast in Europe, Founded & Grounded gives unseen founders the mic, where real stories rise above the noise. Our unique 3-part format blends founder interviews, co-host analysis, and actionable takeaways you can use right now. We go beyond the highlight reel to explore the human, unvarnished side of building a business, from emotional well-being strategies to exploring the paradoxes of entrepreneurship. If you’re an early-stage founder, welcome home. You’ve found your people. Apply to feature 👇 foundedandgrounded.com YouTube 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@FoundedandGroundedPod Spotify 👇 https://open.spotify.com/show/26LBRTAS1epLbLGMWkzasd?si=fb01a80d59e94913 Apple 👇 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/founded-grounded/id1486339606 © 2025 Founded & Grounded en-gb Mon, 9 Mar 2026 17:10:31 +0000 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 13:15:21 +0000 http://foundedandgrounded.com Founded & Grounded https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/35a2ed8b-978e-48c0-a3ec-2e11331c672b/499a45b3-c689-4a76-9817-0b1aeaa529d0/3000x3000/fandg-podcast-coverart-artwork.jpg?aid=rss_feed http://foundedandgrounded.com episodic Tired of startup hype? So are we. Ranked in the top 2.5% of podcasts globally and a top 5 startup podcast in Europe, Founded & Grounded gives unseen founders the mic, where real stories rise above the noise. Our unique 3-part format blends founder interviews, co-host analysis, and actionable takeaways you can use right now. We go beyond the highlight reel to explore the human, unvarnished side of building a business, from emotional well-being strategies to exploring the paradoxes of entrepreneurship. If you’re an early-stage founder, welcome home. You’ve found your people. Apply to feature 👇 foundedandgrounded.com YouTube 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@FoundedandGroundedPod Spotify 👇 https://open.spotify.com/show/26LBRTAS1epLbLGMWkzasd?si=fb01a80d59e94913 Apple 👇 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/founded-grounded/id1486339606 Ollie Tiramuragan Collard & Dr Becky Sage false https://feeds.simplecast.com/5MZ2fMks startup, entrepreneur, business, sme, founder, funding, reality, enterprise, mindset, startuptips, grants, funding, investment, angels, pivot, boss, director, entrepreneurialmindset, businessgrowth, leadership, founderjourney, cofounders, entrepreneurship, founders, smallbusiness, startupchallenges, startupstories, podcastforentrepreneurs, startupadvice, scalingup, inspiringstories, fundraising, founderfocus, startupcommunity, successstories, startuplife, businesspodcast, businessinsights Ollie Tiramuragan Collard & Dr Becky Sage ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk eeafab81-71e4-4089-ba86-cf4e3bbba495 The Grounding (live) with SWIG Finance: Navigating uncertainty How do founders navigate a business landscape shaped by volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity?

In this live conversation, we speak with Matt Wilde from SWIG Finance about the funding gaps many businesses still face and what it really takes to grow in an unstable global environment. From working capital and supply chains to the role of trusted advisors and stronger ecosystem support, Matt shares what founders need to get right when the pressure is on.

Key takeaways:

  • Businesses that want to thrive in uncertain times need strong foundations, especially around working capital and effective supply chain management.
  • Social impact lenders like SWIG Finance play an important role in supporting a wide range of businesses with tailored financial solutions that help them grow and sustain operations.
  • AI can free up time for more valuable human-centred work, but businesses need to balance efficiency with sound judgement and human values. 

We also explore the role of SWIG Finance as a social enterprise lender, supporting businesses with finance options that help founders start, sustain and scale. The conversation looks at the importance of good advisors, access to capital and stronger ecosystem connectivity, and how these factors shape a founder’s ability to build a resilient business.

Alongside this, we discuss the growing influence of AI on the way businesses operate. While technology can create efficiencies, Matt makes the case for keeping human judgment at the centre of decision-making.

The episode closes with real examples, reflections on smarter financial decisions and a broader look at what founders need to succeed in a VUCA world.


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]]> Mon, 9 Mar 2026 17:10:31 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Matthew Wilde, Ollie Tiramuragan Collard, Dr Becky Sage) https://foundedandgrounded.com/episodes/Lb1SFAnJ6SE How do founders navigate a business landscape shaped by volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity?

In this live conversation, we speak with Matt Wilde from SWIG Finance about the funding gaps many businesses still face and what it really takes to grow in an unstable global environment. From working capital and supply chains to the role of trusted advisors and stronger ecosystem support, Matt shares what founders need to get right when the pressure is on.

Key takeaways:

  • Businesses that want to thrive in uncertain times need strong foundations, especially around working capital and effective supply chain management.
  • Social impact lenders like SWIG Finance play an important role in supporting a wide range of businesses with tailored financial solutions that help them grow and sustain operations.
  • AI can free up time for more valuable human-centred work, but businesses need to balance efficiency with sound judgement and human values. 

We also explore the role of SWIG Finance as a social enterprise lender, supporting businesses with finance options that help founders start, sustain and scale. The conversation looks at the importance of good advisors, access to capital and stronger ecosystem connectivity, and how these factors shape a founder’s ability to build a resilient business.

Alongside this, we discuss the growing influence of AI on the way businesses operate. While technology can create efficiencies, Matt makes the case for keeping human judgment at the centre of decision-making.

The episode closes with real examples, reflections on smarter financial decisions and a broader look at what founders need to succeed in a VUCA world.


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]]> The Grounding (live) with SWIG Finance: Navigating uncertainty Matthew Wilde, Ollie Tiramuragan Collard, Dr Becky Sage 00:51:43 In this live episode, Matt Wilde from SWIG Finance shares how founders can navigate a VUCA world by building strong foundations, securing the right finance and balancing AI efficiency with human judgment. The conversation explores funding gaps, working capital, trusted advisors and what it takes to build a resilient business in uncertain times. In this live episode, Matt Wilde from SWIG Finance shares how founders can navigate a VUCA world by building strong foundations, securing the right finance and balancing AI efficiency with human judgment. The conversation explores funding gaps, working capital, trusted advisors and what it takes to build a resilient business in uncertain times. startup funding, networking for founders, ai in business, financial decision-making, social enterprise, entrepreneurship challenges, tech business opportunities, early-stage finance, business planning, critical thinking in tech false full 6 6 c3f86e05-6bde-4c7b-9d96-1a22841be082 Jordan Schwarzenberger: The creator economy is a lie, here’s the model that works 7 billion views and counting: the growth secrets of Sidemen's creative mastermind, Jordan Schwarzenberger. 

Managing one of the world’s biggest creator collectives is no small feat. We dive deep with the man behind Arcade Media and the Sidemen’s explosive rise, blending sharp self-awareness, cultural intuition, and a bold approach to building in public. 

The creator economy is dead. Jordan reveals why relying on brand deals is outdated and how the Sidemen have built entire business models through strategic partnerships and leveraging their audience. This is a masterclass in staying relevant, building with intention, and growing without losing who you are.

Key takeaways

🔥 Know yourself to grow yourself. Jordan believes brutal self-awareness and personal branding are essential. When you understand who you truly are and fully embrace it, you unlock clarity, confidence, and business momentum. 

📹 Don’t just create. Document. It’s not just about creating content. Jordan shows how documenting your journey with purpose builds trust, drives growth, and keeps your brand aligned with your goals.

🤝 You can’t win alone.  Strategic partnerships are the key ingredient to scale. Find operators who complement your strengths and share your vision.

Have questions about this episode? Ask our hosts, chat now via our website

https://foundedandgrounded.com/episodes/lqtT800N1V6

Hit play and discover how to build something that actually lasts.


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]]> Mon, 24 Mar 2025 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Becky Sage, Jordan Schwarzenberger) http://foundedandgrounded.com 7 billion views and counting: the growth secrets of Sidemen's creative mastermind, Jordan Schwarzenberger. 

Managing one of the world’s biggest creator collectives is no small feat. We dive deep with the man behind Arcade Media and the Sidemen’s explosive rise, blending sharp self-awareness, cultural intuition, and a bold approach to building in public. 

The creator economy is dead. Jordan reveals why relying on brand deals is outdated and how the Sidemen have built entire business models through strategic partnerships and leveraging their audience. This is a masterclass in staying relevant, building with intention, and growing without losing who you are.

Key takeaways

🔥 Know yourself to grow yourself. Jordan believes brutal self-awareness and personal branding are essential. When you understand who you truly are and fully embrace it, you unlock clarity, confidence, and business momentum. 

📹 Don’t just create. Document. It’s not just about creating content. Jordan shows how documenting your journey with purpose builds trust, drives growth, and keeps your brand aligned with your goals.

🤝 You can’t win alone.  Strategic partnerships are the key ingredient to scale. Find operators who complement your strengths and share your vision.

Have questions about this episode? Ask our hosts, chat now via our website

https://foundedandgrounded.com/episodes/lqtT800N1V6

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]]> Jordan Schwarzenberger: The creator economy is a lie, here’s the model that works Ollie Collard, Becky Sage, Jordan Schwarzenberger 02:09:27 7 billion views and counting: the growth secrets of Sidemen's creative mastermind, Jordan Schwarzenberger. The creator economy is dead. Jordan reveals why relying on brand deals is outdated and how the Sidemen have built entire business models through strategic partnerships and leveraging their audience. 7 billion views and counting: the growth secrets of Sidemen's creative mastermind, Jordan Schwarzenberger. The creator economy is dead. Jordan reveals why relying on brand deals is outdated and how the Sidemen have built entire business models through strategic partnerships and leveraging their audience. fundraising, collaboration, startupcommunity, startupstories, strategic partnerships, digital strategy, audience engagement, smallbusiness, social media, startupadvice, entrepreneurship, career development, work-life balance, businessinsights, brand economy, podcasting, mission-driven, entrepreneurialmindset, self-awareness, gen z, startuptips, successstories, emotional connection, creator economy, content creation, startupchallenges, leadership, cofounders, business growth, influencer marketing, content distribution, relief, experimentation, startups, inspiringstories, networking, founders, podcastforentrepreneurs, media training, fearlessness, storytelling, scalingup, corporate culture, corporate culture, self-fulfillment, businessgrowth, startuplife, founderfocus, creative projects, media industry, businesspodcast, founderjourney, personal branding, sidemen false full 5 6 ec4ba6af-58e9-4e41-8789-93bee530a498 18Sixty: How to create standout podcasts that captivate and keep audiences hooked What separates a great podcast from the noise? We uncover the secrets of podcasting success with Gareth Evans, founder of 18Sixty, an agency that helps brands connect with their audience through high-quality audio storytelling.

From working with Virgin/Absolute Radio and BBC Radio to launching his own agency, Gareth shares his journey through the evolution of podcasting, revealing what it takes to create audio content that really holds the audience's attention. 

Key Takeaways

Knowing your audience: The key to a successful podcast lies in deeply understanding your listeners and crafting content that serves their needs

Finding Balance: Effective time management, habit stacking, and prioritisation are essential for navigating business demands while maintaining a fulfilling personal life.

Business growth strategies:  Differentiating yourself, leveraging word-of-mouth, and building strong connections are crucial for scaling your business. 

Whether you're an early-stage founder, an aspiring podcaster, or just curious about the future of branded podcasts, this episode is packed with practical insights and behind-the-scenes wisdom. 

Have questions about this episode? Ask our hosts, chat now via our website

https://foundedandgrounded.com/episodes/j54mNsooOdH
 


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]]> Mon, 10 Mar 2025 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Becky Sage, Gareth Evans) http://foundedandgrounded.com What separates a great podcast from the noise? We uncover the secrets of podcasting success with Gareth Evans, founder of 18Sixty, an agency that helps brands connect with their audience through high-quality audio storytelling.

From working with Virgin/Absolute Radio and BBC Radio to launching his own agency, Gareth shares his journey through the evolution of podcasting, revealing what it takes to create audio content that really holds the audience's attention. 

Key Takeaways

Knowing your audience: The key to a successful podcast lies in deeply understanding your listeners and crafting content that serves their needs

Finding Balance: Effective time management, habit stacking, and prioritisation are essential for navigating business demands while maintaining a fulfilling personal life.

Business growth strategies:  Differentiating yourself, leveraging word-of-mouth, and building strong connections are crucial for scaling your business. 

Whether you're an early-stage founder, an aspiring podcaster, or just curious about the future of branded podcasts, this episode is packed with practical insights and behind-the-scenes wisdom. 

Have questions about this episode? Ask our hosts, chat now via our website

https://foundedandgrounded.com/episodes/j54mNsooOdH
 


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]]> 18Sixty: How to create standout podcasts that captivate and keep audiences hooked Ollie Collard, Becky Sage, Gareth Evans 01:17:58 What makes a podcast truly stand out? Gareth Evans, founder of 18Sixty, reveals the secrets behind high-quality audio storytelling, drawing from his experience with Virgin, BBC Radio, and beyond. Tune in as we uncover what it takes to engage listeners and build a podcast that cuts through the noise. What makes a podcast truly stand out? Gareth Evans, founder of 18Sixty, reveals the secrets behind high-quality audio storytelling, drawing from his experience with Virgin, BBC Radio, and beyond. Tune in as we uncover what it takes to engage listeners and build a podcast that cuts through the noise. fundraising, startup life, startupcommunity, audio quality, startupstories, continuous improvement., marketing strategies, time management, audience engagement, smallbusiness, startupadvice, radio, entrepreneurship, energy management, critical listening skills, work-life balance, content strategy, businessinsights, business accelerator, business challenges, entrepreneurialmindset, startuptips, reputation in business, successstories, entrepreneurship challenges, content creation, positive mindset, startup stories, startupchallenges, leadership, cofounders, business growth, team building, peer network, mental health awareness, client acquisition, inspiringstories, creativity in business, work-life priorities, networking, founders, podcastforentrepreneurs, podcast discoverability, podcasts, peer support, family business, scalingup, businessgrowth, startuplife, collaborative workspaces, business development, founderfocus, technology in podcasting, podcasting tips, podcasting landscape, financial management, businesspodcast, founderjourney false full 4 6 63894ec1-aedd-4541-b456-27afef905e33 Airtasker: From hustle to IPO – the truth about scaling a marketplace From $0 to $400 Million Valuation: The Incredible Journey of Tim Fung and Airtasker. From humble beginnings to a marketplace giant. 

But Tim's journey is much more than just success.

Through resilience, identifying mutual benefit, and embracing change, he has created a company that has changed the future of work.

Tim delves into his upbringing, the inception of Airtasker, and the company's funding journey, offering valuable advice for new founders.

 Explore the balance between transparency and forward planning, Tim's IPO experience, and the transition from blitzscaling to a lean approach. Learn about the significance of humility, team support, and managing expectations. We conclude the episode by discussing the future of work, embracing AI, and societal changes.

Key Takeaways

  • High expectations can undermine resilience, so maintaining realistic goals can help sustain long-term motivation and perseverance.
  • Aligning business strategies and goals among all stakeholders ensures smoother operations and mutual benefits, making it easier to achieve sustainable growth.
  • Adapting to market conditions and being open to changing strategies, even if it means shifting from aggressive expansion to a leaner approach, is crucial for long-term success.

    Have questions about this episode? Ask our hosts, chat now via our website
    https://foundedandgrounded.com/episodes/z0Sw0OlIhm1

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]]> Mon, 24 Feb 2025 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Becky Sage, Tim Fung) http://foundedandgrounded.com From $0 to $400 Million Valuation: The Incredible Journey of Tim Fung and Airtasker. From humble beginnings to a marketplace giant. 

But Tim's journey is much more than just success.

Through resilience, identifying mutual benefit, and embracing change, he has created a company that has changed the future of work.

Tim delves into his upbringing, the inception of Airtasker, and the company's funding journey, offering valuable advice for new founders.

 Explore the balance between transparency and forward planning, Tim's IPO experience, and the transition from blitzscaling to a lean approach. Learn about the significance of humility, team support, and managing expectations. We conclude the episode by discussing the future of work, embracing AI, and societal changes.

Key Takeaways

  • High expectations can undermine resilience, so maintaining realistic goals can help sustain long-term motivation and perseverance.
  • Aligning business strategies and goals among all stakeholders ensures smoother operations and mutual benefits, making it easier to achieve sustainable growth.
  • Adapting to market conditions and being open to changing strategies, even if it means shifting from aggressive expansion to a leaner approach, is crucial for long-term success.

    Have questions about this episode? Ask our hosts, chat now via our website
    https://foundedandgrounded.com/episodes/z0Sw0OlIhm1

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]]> Airtasker: From hustle to IPO – the truth about scaling a marketplace Ollie Collard, Becky Sage, Tim Fung 01:24:18 Tim Fung of Airtasker shares his insights on resilience, business growth, and adapting strategies from a unique marketplace approach to international expansion and the evolving role of AI in business. Tim Fung of Airtasker shares his insights on resilience, business growth, and adapting strategies from a unique marketplace approach to international expansion and the evolving role of AI in business. fundraising, startup life, marketplace challenges, startupcommunity, recruitment, startupstories, team dynamics, founder advice, smallbusiness, startupadvice, founded and grounded, entrepreneurship, businessinsights, international expansion, entrepreneurialmindset, startuptips, successstories, contrarian opinions, startupchallenges, leadership, cofounders, tim fung, inspiringstories, manual labor, funding journey, founders, podcastforentrepreneurs, team support, co-founder alignment, lean approach, ipo experience, future of work, resilience, expectations, scalingup, blitz scaling, fulfillment, ai evolution, businessgrowth, mutual benefit, people power, channel 4 partnership, startuplife, founderfocus, contrarian views, uk market, investment strategy, innovation, businesspodcast, personal services, founderjourney, media equity deal, marketplace, brand alignment, airtasker, ipo false full 3 6 ced4aaf5-7e8a-4d23-997c-c9b14dcc7b10 Brilliant Labs: How AI glasses are shaping the future What do Stephen Hawking, AR glasses, and open-source design have in common?

Join us as we chat with Bobak Tavangar, co-founder of Brilliant Labs, about his remarkable journey and insights into innovation.

From leadership lessons to fundraising advice, this episode is packed with valuable gems for entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts.

Bobak discusses his career, including a memorable encounter with Stephen Hawking and the role of open-source design in innovation. He explores the challenges of AR adoption, company culture, and hardware startups, offering leadership lessons on humility and communication. Hear Bobak's advice on fundraising, cofounder dynamics, and balancing startup life. Finally, we end with reflections on AI's future, data privacy, and the influence of faith in entrepreneurship.

Key Takeaways

- AI and AR technologies have the potential to revolutionise memory augmentation, providing perfect recall and proactive insights based on an individual's life experiences.

- Building a successful global team requires extreme specificity and over-communication to avoid costly miscommunications, especially in hardware development.

- Achieving a balance between openness and data privacy is crucial for tech companies to build trust and positively influence industry standards.

Have questions about our podcast or an episode? Ask our hosts, chat now

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]]> Mon, 10 Feb 2025 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Bobak Tavangar, Ollie Collard, Becky Sage) http://foundedandgrounded.com What do Stephen Hawking, AR glasses, and open-source design have in common?

Join us as we chat with Bobak Tavangar, co-founder of Brilliant Labs, about his remarkable journey and insights into innovation.

From leadership lessons to fundraising advice, this episode is packed with valuable gems for entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts.

Bobak discusses his career, including a memorable encounter with Stephen Hawking and the role of open-source design in innovation. He explores the challenges of AR adoption, company culture, and hardware startups, offering leadership lessons on humility and communication. Hear Bobak's advice on fundraising, cofounder dynamics, and balancing startup life. Finally, we end with reflections on AI's future, data privacy, and the influence of faith in entrepreneurship.

Key Takeaways

- AI and AR technologies have the potential to revolutionise memory augmentation, providing perfect recall and proactive insights based on an individual's life experiences.

- Building a successful global team requires extreme specificity and over-communication to avoid costly miscommunications, especially in hardware development.

- Achieving a balance between openness and data privacy is crucial for tech companies to build trust and positively influence industry standards.

Have questions about our podcast or an episode? Ask our hosts, chat now

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]]> Brilliant Labs: How AI glasses are shaping the future Bobak Tavangar, Ollie Collard, Becky Sage 01:43:00 Dive into the world of AI glasses with Bobak Tavangar from Brilliant Labs. Discover how they're turning sci-fi into reality with affordable, open-source tech. Don't miss it! Dive into the world of AI glasses with Bobak Tavangar from Brilliant Labs. Discover how they're turning sci-fi into reality with affordable, open-source tech. Don't miss it! ar technologies, fundraising, startupcommunity, startupstories, team dynamics, smallbusiness, startupadvice, entrepreneurship, entrepreneurship, businessinsights, entrepreneurialmindset, startuptips, future of generative ai, successstories, startupchallenges, leadership, cofounders, data privacy, startup challenges, fundraising journey, inspiringstories, founders, podcastforentrepreneurs, leadership lessons, open source innovation, scalingup, businessgrowth, ai glasses, startuplife, founderfocus, businesspodcast, founderjourney false full 2 6 91942ea8-9ef7-4561-8698-f6ba25e57dfb Optimise AI: Spinout success uncovered, strategies that work! From academia to entrepreneurship: The remarkable story of Nick Tune and the secrets to converting research into commercial success, with his spinout company Optimise AI. 

Gain valuable insights on the mindset shifts necessary for transitioning from corporate to startup life, the importance of support networks, and how to embrace failures. Uncover the economic impact of Nick's spinout company Optimise AI, their differentiators in the market, and his valuable advice on team growth and work-life balance for early-stage founders.

Key Takeaways

- Balancing financial management and growth is crucial for startup survival, requiring careful attention to both spending and cash runway.

- Utilising fractional experts can provide startups with strategic and operational support without the high costs of full-time roles.

- A strong support system and maintaining personal well-being are essential for founders to sustain their passion and resilience in the face of entrepreneurial challenges.

Have questions about our podcast or an episode? Ask our hosts, chat now

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]]> Mon, 27 Jan 2025 23:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Becky Sage, Nick Tune) http://foundedandgrounded.com From academia to entrepreneurship: The remarkable story of Nick Tune and the secrets to converting research into commercial success, with his spinout company Optimise AI. 

Gain valuable insights on the mindset shifts necessary for transitioning from corporate to startup life, the importance of support networks, and how to embrace failures. Uncover the economic impact of Nick's spinout company Optimise AI, their differentiators in the market, and his valuable advice on team growth and work-life balance for early-stage founders.

Key Takeaways

- Balancing financial management and growth is crucial for startup survival, requiring careful attention to both spending and cash runway.

- Utilising fractional experts can provide startups with strategic and operational support without the high costs of full-time roles.

- A strong support system and maintaining personal well-being are essential for founders to sustain their passion and resilience in the face of entrepreneurial challenges.

Have questions about our podcast or an episode? Ask our hosts, chat now

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]]> Optimise AI: Spinout success uncovered, strategies that work! Ollie Collard, Becky Sage, Nick Tune 01:20:44 Discover the remarkable journey of Nick Tune, from academia to entrepreneurship and the secrets of effectively converting university research into commercial success. Discover the remarkable journey of Nick Tune, from academia to entrepreneurship and the secrets of effectively converting university research into commercial success. startupcommunity, startupstories, smallbusiness, team growth, startupadvice, entrepreneurship, work-life balance, businessinsights, entrepreneurialmindset, startuptips, successstories, startupchallenges, leadership, startups, inspiringstories, founder challenges, funding journey, founders, podcastforentrepreneurs, economic impact, market validation, university spinouts, scalingup, businessgrowth, ai, startuplife, founderfocus, businesspodcast, founderjourney false full 1 6 Buzzsprout-15212518 Alfa Technology: From celebrity magician to startup founder From performing magic for prime ministers and billionaires to gracing stages on shows like Britain's Got Talent. Alfie Whattam shares his unorthodox journey from entertainment to launching his own recruitment startup, Alfa Technology. Alfa builds software engineering teams for businesses operating in cutting-edge technologies like AI and Web3. 
 
Uncover Alfie's game-changing insights on cultivating a bulletproof mindset, building effective content strategies, and disrupting outdated industries ripe for innovation. 

The recruitment industry is broken. Hear how Alfie is challenging the status quo, taking on the incumbent ‘dinosaurs’, questioning unethical practices, and doing things differently. 
 
Alfie's insights delve into pressing issues, like the ethical implications of AI, and the exponential speed of development, which could soon reach an irreversible tipping point. Alfie emphasises the need for genuine community-driven approaches in recruitment. 

Key takeaways

- How to build a winning Content Strategy – Alfie shares his blueprint so you can drive inbound demand for your business. He stresses the importance of consistency and a clear strategy to make content work effectively for your goals. 

- Delegation and Automation - Alfie emphasises the significance of delegating tasks, systematising, and automating to avoid burnout and maximise productivity. 

- The potential and dangers of AI and Web3 technologies. Hear the immense potential for transforming entire industries and creating new business opportunities. But the rapid evolution also poses ethical and existential questions that we explore

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]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2024 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Alfie Whattam) http://foundedandgrounded.com From performing magic for prime ministers and billionaires to gracing stages on shows like Britain's Got Talent. Alfie Whattam shares his unorthodox journey from entertainment to launching his own recruitment startup, Alfa Technology. Alfa builds software engineering teams for businesses operating in cutting-edge technologies like AI and Web3. 
 
Uncover Alfie's game-changing insights on cultivating a bulletproof mindset, building effective content strategies, and disrupting outdated industries ripe for innovation. 

The recruitment industry is broken. Hear how Alfie is challenging the status quo, taking on the incumbent ‘dinosaurs’, questioning unethical practices, and doing things differently. 
 
Alfie's insights delve into pressing issues, like the ethical implications of AI, and the exponential speed of development, which could soon reach an irreversible tipping point. Alfie emphasises the need for genuine community-driven approaches in recruitment. 

Key takeaways

- How to build a winning Content Strategy – Alfie shares his blueprint so you can drive inbound demand for your business. He stresses the importance of consistency and a clear strategy to make content work effectively for your goals. 

- Delegation and Automation - Alfie emphasises the significance of delegating tasks, systematising, and automating to avoid burnout and maximise productivity. 

- The potential and dangers of AI and Web3 technologies. Hear the immense potential for transforming entire industries and creating new business opportunities. But the rapid evolution also poses ethical and existential questions that we explore

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]]> Alfa Technology: From celebrity magician to startup founder Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Alfie Whattam 01:13:46 From performing magic for prime ministers and billionaires to gracing stages on shows like Britain's Got Talent. Alfie Whattam shares his unorthodox journey from entertainment to launching his own recruitment startup, Alfa Technology. Alfa builds software engineering teams for businesses operating in cutting-edge technologies like AI and Web3. Uncover Alfie's game-changing insights on cultivating a bulletproof mindset, building effective content strategies, and disrupting outdated... From performing magic for prime ministers and billionaires to gracing stages on shows like Britain's Got Talent. Alfie Whattam shares his unorthodox journey from entertainment to launching his own recruitment startup, Alfa Technology. Alfa builds software engineering teams for businesses operating in cutting-edge technologies like AI and Web3. Uncover Alfie's game-changing insights on cultivating a bulletproof mindset, building effective content strategies, and disrupting outdated... recruitment, alfie whattam, startup, web 3, entrepreneurship, tech for impact, technology ethics, b, recruitment industry, human consciousness, startup advice, productivity, ai impact, founders, celebrity magician, software engineering teams, ai, investor false full 17 5 Buzzsprout-15109322 Connectd: Embracing delusion, neurodiversity, and self-awareness in startup success How this entrepreneur overcame ADHD and dyslexia and used these diagnoses as his superpower to build two businesses worth millions. 

Hear the inspiring story of Roei Samuel, who discusses the importance of self-belief, transparency, and resilience in entrepreneurship. Roei got an exit with his first business, Real Sport, and has gone on to build the UK's fastest-growing startup community in Connectd.

The platform has shaken the early-stage investment landscape by utilising data to ensure transparency, trust, and better connectivity in the investment process. By the end of the episode, you'll be encouraged to think bigger, embrace bold decisions, and navigate the entrepreneurial landscape with more confidence and resilience.

Key Takeaways

- How to create an unstoppable mindset - Roei shares how he has created an intoxicating self-belief to overcome challenges and remove crippling self-doubt.

- Develop self-awareness and play to your strengths - How to become more self-aware and focus on your personal strengths. Embrace who you are and prioritise self-care to achieve long-term success and happiness.

- Create a big vision - Roei is on a mission to democratise the investment landscape and empower entrepreneurs worldwide. 

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]]> Mon, 27 May 2024 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Roei Samuel) http://foundedandgrounded.com How this entrepreneur overcame ADHD and dyslexia and used these diagnoses as his superpower to build two businesses worth millions. 

Hear the inspiring story of Roei Samuel, who discusses the importance of self-belief, transparency, and resilience in entrepreneurship. Roei got an exit with his first business, Real Sport, and has gone on to build the UK's fastest-growing startup community in Connectd.

The platform has shaken the early-stage investment landscape by utilising data to ensure transparency, trust, and better connectivity in the investment process. By the end of the episode, you'll be encouraged to think bigger, embrace bold decisions, and navigate the entrepreneurial landscape with more confidence and resilience.

Key Takeaways

- How to create an unstoppable mindset - Roei shares how he has created an intoxicating self-belief to overcome challenges and remove crippling self-doubt.

- Develop self-awareness and play to your strengths - How to become more self-aware and focus on your personal strengths. Embrace who you are and prioritise self-care to achieve long-term success and happiness.

- Create a big vision - Roei is on a mission to democratise the investment landscape and empower entrepreneurs worldwide. 

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]]> Connectd: Embracing delusion, neurodiversity, and self-awareness in startup success Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Roei Samuel 01:16:14 How this entrepreneur overcame ADHD and dyslexia and used these diagnoses as his superpower to build two businesses worth millions. Hear the inspiring story of Roei Samuel, who discusses the importance of self-belief, transparency, and resilience in entrepreneurship. Roei got an exit with his first business, Real Sport, and has gone on to build the UK's fastest-growing startup community in Connectd. The platform has shaken the early-stage investment landscape by utilising data to ensure... How this entrepreneur overcame ADHD and dyslexia and used these diagnoses as his superpower to build two businesses worth millions. Hear the inspiring story of Roei Samuel, who discusses the importance of self-belief, transparency, and resilience in entrepreneurship. Roei got an exit with his first business, Real Sport, and has gone on to build the UK's fastest-growing startup community in Connectd. The platform has shaken the early-stage investment landscape by utilising data to ensure... startup ecosystem, adhd, startup, roei samuel, entrepreneurship, democratising investme, resilience in business, self-awareness, cofounders, early-stage founders, startup advice, dyslexia, startup value, transparency, neurodiversity, self-belief, connected false full 16 5 Buzzsprout-15033765 Sooper Books: The £5 Dragons’ Den Deal that made history Meet the power couple who quit their jobs and made Dragons' Den history, by giving away 5% of their business for £5. 

Introducing Charlene Mitchell-Hood and Simon Hood, the founders of Sooper Books. Hear their incredible journey, which started as a simple idea to aid their daughter’s bedtime routine, which quickly turned into the world's number one bedtime story streaming service and saw all five Dragons invest. 

Their journey will inspire you and arm you with valuable insights for your own startup. Don't miss this masterclass on how you can turn your passion into a category-defining leader.

Sooper Books is a storybook streaming service offering hundreds of world-class stories and audiobooks to millions of families around the world, completely free of charge.

Key Takeaways

- Value of relationships over money. Learn why and how they prioritised connections over cash, which has opened doors and fostered significant growth for Sooper Books. This illustrates that sometimes, who you know is as important as what you know.

- Authenticity in pitching and brand building. Learn how their genuine approach in the Dragon's Den and beyond has not only differentiated them from competitors but also helped build a brand that's beloved by families worldwide.

- Balancing business and personal life. Discover the delicate art of managing a business with your spouse, the importance of delegation, having clear boundaries in place and the pivotal role of learning from failures to ensure both business and personal growth.

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]]> Mon, 13 May 2024 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Charlene Mitchell-Hood and Simon Hood) http://foundedandgrounded.com Meet the power couple who quit their jobs and made Dragons' Den history, by giving away 5% of their business for £5. 

Introducing Charlene Mitchell-Hood and Simon Hood, the founders of Sooper Books. Hear their incredible journey, which started as a simple idea to aid their daughter’s bedtime routine, which quickly turned into the world's number one bedtime story streaming service and saw all five Dragons invest. 

Their journey will inspire you and arm you with valuable insights for your own startup. Don't miss this masterclass on how you can turn your passion into a category-defining leader.

Sooper Books is a storybook streaming service offering hundreds of world-class stories and audiobooks to millions of families around the world, completely free of charge.

Key Takeaways

- Value of relationships over money. Learn why and how they prioritised connections over cash, which has opened doors and fostered significant growth for Sooper Books. This illustrates that sometimes, who you know is as important as what you know.

- Authenticity in pitching and brand building. Learn how their genuine approach in the Dragon's Den and beyond has not only differentiated them from competitors but also helped build a brand that's beloved by families worldwide.

- Balancing business and personal life. Discover the delicate art of managing a business with your spouse, the importance of delegation, having clear boundaries in place and the pivotal role of learning from failures to ensure both business and personal growth.

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]]> Sooper Books: The £5 Dragons’ Den Deal that made history Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Charlene Mitchell-Hood and Simon Hood 01:49:24 Meet the power couple who quit their jobs and made Dragons' Den history, by giving away 5% of their business for £5. Introducing Charlene Mitchell-Hood and Simon Hood, the founders of Sooper Books. Hear their incredible journey, which started as a simple idea to aid their daughter’s bedtime routine, which quickly turned into the world's number one bedtime story streaming service and saw all five Dragons invest. Their journey will inspire you and arm you with valuable insights for ... Meet the power couple who quit their jobs and made Dragons' Den history, by giving away 5% of their business for £5. Introducing Charlene Mitchell-Hood and Simon Hood, the founders of Sooper Books. Hear their incredible journey, which started as a simple idea to aid their daughter’s bedtime routine, which quickly turned into the world's number one bedtime story streaming service and saw all five Dragons invest. Their journey will inspire you and arm you with valuable insights for ... bedtime story, bbc dragons' den, digital publishing, startup, sooper books, business and parenting, entrepreneurship, den history, cofounders, founders' relationship, startup advice, seo, children's literacy, illustration, book streaming service, kids enter false full 15 5 Buzzsprout-14996028 Season 5 teaser A teaser for Season 5. We deep dive into the minds of early-stage founders, who are only a couple of steps ahead.

Our unique podcast format, blending interviews with analysis, brings you closer to the action. Our hosts, Dr Becky Sage and Ollie Tiramuragan Collard unpack the business lessons for you.

Join us as we tackle taboo topics and feature a diverse range of guests, with over 1 in 3 being female founders and 1 in 4 being from an ethnic minority background since the podcast was launched in 2019.

We delve into Ashleigh Tennent's journey in the coaching industry. We also hear about Andy Welsh's financial struggles. Eric Fulwiler shares his career journey, marketing insights, and experiences with Gary Vaynerchuk.

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]]> Thu, 2 May 2024 08:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage) http://foundedandgrounded.com A teaser for Season 5. We deep dive into the minds of early-stage founders, who are only a couple of steps ahead.

Our unique podcast format, blending interviews with analysis, brings you closer to the action. Our hosts, Dr Becky Sage and Ollie Tiramuragan Collard unpack the business lessons for you.

Join us as we tackle taboo topics and feature a diverse range of guests, with over 1 in 3 being female founders and 1 in 4 being from an ethnic minority background since the podcast was launched in 2019.

We delve into Ashleigh Tennent's journey in the coaching industry. We also hear about Andy Welsh's financial struggles. Eric Fulwiler shares his career journey, marketing insights, and experiences with Gary Vaynerchuk.

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]]> Season 5 teaser Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage 00:14:58 A teaser for Season 5. We deep dive into the minds of early-stage founders, who are only a couple of steps ahead. Our unique podcast format, blending interviews with analysis, brings you closer to the action. Our hosts, Dr Becky Sage and Ollie Tiramuragan Collard unpack the business lessons for you. Join us as we tackle taboo topics and feature a diverse range of guests, with over 1 in 3 being female founders and 1 in 4 being from an ethnic minority background since the podcast was launched i... A teaser for Season 5. We deep dive into the minds of early-stage founders, who are only a couple of steps ahead. Our unique podcast format, blending interviews with analysis, brings you closer to the action. Our hosts, Dr Becky Sage and Ollie Tiramuragan Collard unpack the business lessons for you. Join us as we tackle taboo topics and feature a diverse range of guests, with over 1 in 3 being female founders and 1 in 4 being from an ethnic minority background since the podcast was launched i... startup, investment, business, grounded, enterprise, startuptips, inspiration, reality, funding, boss, grants, founder, pivot, director, entrepreneur, angels, sme false trailer 5 Buzzsprout-14961458 Clementine: Freeing millions of women to go from I can't to I can The untold story of how one woman's mental health crisis led her to create a revolutionary mindset company for women.

Meet Kim Palmer founder of Clementine, a company on a mission to free women from unhelpful thoughts, feelings & expectations.

Kim's very personal crisis led her to champion mental well-being and create a movement for women. Clementine is reimagining mental health and paving the way for digital therapeutics. Kim risked it all as the main breadwinner, giving up her well-paid job in strategy to follow her dreams. 

Key Takeaways

- Expansion and growth: Explore Clementine's strategic shift from an App to a mindset company

- Founder well-being: Kim discusses the critical role of self-care, the power of trusting one's intuition, and maintaining emotional well-being amid the demands of startup life

- The Importance of Customer Discovery: How to effectively use customer insights to validate your business model, fuel growth and build an engaged community

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]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2024 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Kim Palmer, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage) http://foundedandgrounded.com The untold story of how one woman's mental health crisis led her to create a revolutionary mindset company for women.

Meet Kim Palmer founder of Clementine, a company on a mission to free women from unhelpful thoughts, feelings & expectations.

Kim's very personal crisis led her to champion mental well-being and create a movement for women. Clementine is reimagining mental health and paving the way for digital therapeutics. Kim risked it all as the main breadwinner, giving up her well-paid job in strategy to follow her dreams. 

Key Takeaways

- Expansion and growth: Explore Clementine's strategic shift from an App to a mindset company

- Founder well-being: Kim discusses the critical role of self-care, the power of trusting one's intuition, and maintaining emotional well-being amid the demands of startup life

- The Importance of Customer Discovery: How to effectively use customer insights to validate your business model, fuel growth and build an engaged community

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]]> Clementine: Freeing millions of women to go from I can't to I can featuring Kim Palmer, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage 01:19:26 The untold story of how one woman's mental health crisis led her to create a revolutionary mindset company for women. Meet Kim Palmer founder of Clementine, a company on a mission to free women from unhelpful thoughts, feelings & expectations. Kim's very personal crisis led her to champion mental well-being and create a movement for women. Clementine is reimagining mental health and paving the way for digital therapeutics. Kim risked it all as the main breadwinner, giving up her well-paid... The untold story of how one woman's mental health crisis led her to create a revolutionary mindset company for women. Meet Kim Palmer founder of Clementine, a company on a mission to free women from unhelpful thoughts, feelings & expectations. Kim's very personal crisis led her to champion mental well-being and create a movement for women. Clementine is reimagining mental health and paving the way for digital therapeutics. Kim risked it all as the main breadwinner, giving up her well-paid... perfectionism, startup, hypnotherapy, entrepreneurship, mental health, menopause support, clementine, self-care, startup advice, founders, motherhood, body acceptance, panic attacks, talking therapy, innovation, emotional well-being false full 14 5 Buzzsprout-14891109 SCVC: College dropout to IPO - the journey from cofounder to deeptech investor Get a rare insight into one entrepreneur's remarkable journey to a $1.5B market cap. 

Discover John Williams's insider strategies and personal challenges as he co-founded and scaled Kudan from startup through to IPO. John's next chapter is building SCVC, a deep tech VC he and partner Harry Destecroix wished they had as founders.

This episode is a must-listen for every entrepreneur and tech enthusiast.

Key Takeaways

- Insider IPO Strategies: from leading Kudan through to a historic IPO, John shares his untold story of the strategic manoeuvres and personal challenges of scaling a company to achieve a billion-dollar-plus valuation. 

- Venture Capital Reimagined: discover SCVC's unique approach as a deep tech VC firm that supports early-stage founders, focused on transforming academic research into commercial spinouts.
 
- Technology product fit, learn how a deep understanding of your technology can guide you to the right product and market.

Investor mindset -  hear how SCVC is helping early-stage founders navigate the complex and long journey from academic research to spinout success. 

Hear how John hopes to leave a legacy and go beyond his massive IPO milestone,  by backing the best technical founders who are creating the fourth industrial revolution.

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]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2024 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring John Williams, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage) http://foundedandgrounded.com Get a rare insight into one entrepreneur's remarkable journey to a $1.5B market cap. 

Discover John Williams's insider strategies and personal challenges as he co-founded and scaled Kudan from startup through to IPO. John's next chapter is building SCVC, a deep tech VC he and partner Harry Destecroix wished they had as founders.

This episode is a must-listen for every entrepreneur and tech enthusiast.

Key Takeaways

- Insider IPO Strategies: from leading Kudan through to a historic IPO, John shares his untold story of the strategic manoeuvres and personal challenges of scaling a company to achieve a billion-dollar-plus valuation. 

- Venture Capital Reimagined: discover SCVC's unique approach as a deep tech VC firm that supports early-stage founders, focused on transforming academic research into commercial spinouts.
 
- Technology product fit, learn how a deep understanding of your technology can guide you to the right product and market.

Investor mindset -  hear how SCVC is helping early-stage founders navigate the complex and long journey from academic research to spinout success. 

Hear how John hopes to leave a legacy and go beyond his massive IPO milestone,  by backing the best technical founders who are creating the fourth industrial revolution.

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]]> SCVC: College dropout to IPO - the journey from cofounder to deeptech investor featuring John Williams, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage 01:28:20 Get a rare insight into one entrepreneur's remarkable journey to a $1.5B market cap. Discover John Williams's insider strategies and personal challenges as he co-founded and scaled Kudan from startup through to IPO. John's next chapter is building SCVC, a deep tech VC he and partner Harry Destecroix wished they had as founders. This episode is a must-listen for every entrepreneur and tech enthusiast. Key Takeaways- Insider IPO Strategies: from leading Kudan through to a historic IPO, Jo... Get a rare insight into one entrepreneur's remarkable journey to a $1.5B market cap. Discover John Williams's insider strategies and personal challenges as he co-founded and scaled Kudan from startup through to IPO. John's next chapter is building SCVC, a deep tech VC he and partner Harry Destecroix wished they had as founders. This episode is a must-listen for every entrepreneur and tech enthusiast. Key Takeaways- Insider IPO Strategies: from leading Kudan through to a historic IPO, Jo... artificial intelligence, startup, entrepreneurship, ar, vc, leadership, startup advice, founders, robotics, deep tech, technology market fit, market cap, entrepreneurship tips, early-stage investment, computer vision, ipo false full 13 5 Buzzsprout-14788779 Mr Bug - From music to mealworms Meet Conal Cunningham, a music industry veteran turned pet food innovator, and discover his remarkable business journey of perseverance and innovation.

We deep-dive into the origins of Mr Bug, a company redefining pet nutrition through sustainably bred insect protein. 

This startup story has everything from kitchen experiments to funding struggles and scaling triumphs. 

Whether you're a founder, an eco-conscious individual, or simply curious about the intersection of sustainability and business, this episode is a must-listen. 

Key Takeaways:

- Understand how starting small and bootstrapping can be leveraged as a strategic advantage for learning, evolving, and growing your business

- How to engage with your customers early on and how this can lead to immediate sales and traction when you launch your startup

- The framework for building a stand-out brand in a crowded marketplace

- The potential of insect protein to contribute to food security and the circular economy.

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]]> Mon, 1 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Conal Cunningham, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage) http://foundedandgrounded.com Meet Conal Cunningham, a music industry veteran turned pet food innovator, and discover his remarkable business journey of perseverance and innovation.

We deep-dive into the origins of Mr Bug, a company redefining pet nutrition through sustainably bred insect protein. 

This startup story has everything from kitchen experiments to funding struggles and scaling triumphs. 

Whether you're a founder, an eco-conscious individual, or simply curious about the intersection of sustainability and business, this episode is a must-listen. 

Key Takeaways:

- Understand how starting small and bootstrapping can be leveraged as a strategic advantage for learning, evolving, and growing your business

- How to engage with your customers early on and how this can lead to immediate sales and traction when you launch your startup

- The framework for building a stand-out brand in a crowded marketplace

- The potential of insect protein to contribute to food security and the circular economy.

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]]> Mr Bug - From music to mealworms featuring Conal Cunningham, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage 00:58:14 Meet Conal Cunningham, a music industry veteran turned pet food innovator, and discover his remarkable business journey of perseverance and innovation.We deep-dive into the origins of Mr Bug, a company redefining pet nutrition through sustainably bred insect protein. This startup story has everything from kitchen experiments to funding struggles and scaling triumphs. Whether you're a founder, an eco-conscious individual, or simply curious about the intersection of sustainability and... Meet Conal Cunningham, a music industry veteran turned pet food innovator, and discover his remarkable business journey of perseverance and innovation.We deep-dive into the origins of Mr Bug, a company redefining pet nutrition through sustainably bred insect protein. This startup story has everything from kitchen experiments to funding struggles and scaling triumphs. Whether you're a founder, an eco-conscious individual, or simply curious about the intersection of sustainability and... startup life, startup, mealworms, mr bug, entrepreneurship, product development, sustainable dog treats, targeted marketing, trade shows, startup advice, founders, protein farm uk, entrepreneurship tips, food security, insect protein, customer persona, sme false full 12 5 Buzzsprout-14695235 SOS Dance Global: Choreographing change and empowering a generation Entrepreneurship is a lot like dancing; both require resilience, adaptability, and the courage to step outside your comfort zone.

Find out how one startup, SOS Dance Global, is combining these elements to reach the top of the industry. This is a story of empowerment, resilience, and defying the odds.

Bonnie Parsons, shares her remarkable journey from professional dancer to pioneering entrepreneur, and how she's empowering a generation of women through the universal language of dance.

Key Takeaways

- How to confront challenges head-on. Hear the harsh truths behind the obstacles facing female founders and the keys to success in balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. 

- Empowerment as strategy. For Bonnie, she's clear on her mission to positively impact lives globally, providing strength and confidence to women. 

- Scaling up requires a transformative mindset, implementing systems, and spreading culture and processes for business growth

- Persistence pays off. Building a startup is a long game where patience, strategic planning, and understanding your worth are essential ingredients for success.

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]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2024 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Bonnie Parsons, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage) http://foundedandgrounded.com Entrepreneurship is a lot like dancing; both require resilience, adaptability, and the courage to step outside your comfort zone.

Find out how one startup, SOS Dance Global, is combining these elements to reach the top of the industry. This is a story of empowerment, resilience, and defying the odds.

Bonnie Parsons, shares her remarkable journey from professional dancer to pioneering entrepreneur, and how she's empowering a generation of women through the universal language of dance.

Key Takeaways

- How to confront challenges head-on. Hear the harsh truths behind the obstacles facing female founders and the keys to success in balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. 

- Empowerment as strategy. For Bonnie, she's clear on her mission to positively impact lives globally, providing strength and confidence to women. 

- Scaling up requires a transformative mindset, implementing systems, and spreading culture and processes for business growth

- Persistence pays off. Building a startup is a long game where patience, strategic planning, and understanding your worth are essential ingredients for success.

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]]> SOS Dance Global: Choreographing change and empowering a generation featuring Bonnie Parsons, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage 01:35:36 Entrepreneurship is a lot like dancing; both require resilience, adaptability, and the courage to step outside your comfort zone.Find out how one startup, SOS Dance Global, is combining these elements to reach the top of the industry. This is a story of empowerment, resilience, and defying the odds.Bonnie Parsons, shares her remarkable journey from professional dancer to pioneering entrepreneur, and how she's empowering a generation of women through the universal language of dance.Key Takeawa... Entrepreneurship is a lot like dancing; both require resilience, adaptability, and the courage to step outside your comfort zone.Find out how one startup, SOS Dance Global, is combining these elements to reach the top of the industry. This is a story of empowerment, resilience, and defying the odds.Bonnie Parsons, shares her remarkable journey from professional dancer to pioneering entrepreneur, and how she's empowering a generation of women through the universal language of dance.Key Takeawa... bonnie parsons, startup, community, entrepreneurship, self-care, startup advice, founders, motherhood, scaling a business, business owner, professional dancer, empowering women, sos dance global, support systems, female investors, sme false full 11 5 Buzzsprout-14608716 Rare Founders: How one entrepreneur turned his failed startup into a community empowering platform Experiencing the collapse of a startup can be devastating, yet for Vasily Alekseenko, it was the catalyst for change. 

After witnessing the dark side of fundraising, Vasily took matters into his own hands. Rare Founders was born with a simple mission to connect founders and investors.

This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of networking, pitching, investment, and the magic that happens when founders come together to uplift one another.

We discuss the importance of diversity in the investment landscape, the significance of community, and the future of early-stage funding.

Key Takeaways

- How to be more resourceful and do more with less. Focus on creative solutions and confidence in your vision

- How to overcome your insecurities and pitch with confidence

- Fun as a foundation. How to inject fun into your startup and gamify life as a founder

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]]> Mon, 4 Mar 2024 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Vasily Alekseenko, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage) http://foundedandgrounded.com Experiencing the collapse of a startup can be devastating, yet for Vasily Alekseenko, it was the catalyst for change. 

After witnessing the dark side of fundraising, Vasily took matters into his own hands. Rare Founders was born with a simple mission to connect founders and investors.

This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of networking, pitching, investment, and the magic that happens when founders come together to uplift one another.

We discuss the importance of diversity in the investment landscape, the significance of community, and the future of early-stage funding.

Key Takeaways

- How to be more resourceful and do more with less. Focus on creative solutions and confidence in your vision

- How to overcome your insecurities and pitch with confidence

- Fun as a foundation. How to inject fun into your startup and gamify life as a founder

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]]> Rare Founders: How one entrepreneur turned his failed startup into a community empowering platform featuring Vasily Alekseenko, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage 01:17:05 Experiencing the collapse of a startup can be devastating, yet for Vasily Alekseenko, it was the catalyst for change. After witnessing the dark side of fundraising, Vasily took matters into his own hands. Rare Founders was born with a simple mission to connect founders and investors. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of networking, pitching, investment, and the magic that happens when founders come together to uplift one another.We discuss the importance o... Experiencing the collapse of a startup can be devastating, yet for Vasily Alekseenko, it was the catalyst for change. After witnessing the dark side of fundraising, Vasily took matters into his own hands. Rare Founders was born with a simple mission to connect founders and investors. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of networking, pitching, investment, and the magic that happens when founders come together to uplift one another.We discuss the importance o... fundraising, startup, community development, entrepreneurship, diversity and inclusion, gratitude, investor connections, self-care, startup advice, startup failure, founders, reflection, confidence building, affirmative act, pitching skills, sme false full 10 5 Buzzsprout-14517092 Sharesy - Growing communities one local authority at a time The innovator turning forgotten spaces into thriving community hubs.

Meet Felix Atkin, founder of tech startup Sharsey - the Airbnb for community spaces.

What stemmed from a personal problem of trying to book a local venue for his kids' birthday party has blossomed into a business that has already generated over £1million in bookings.

Felix delves deep into his journey, unveils the strategic steps behind Sharesy's considered growth, and shares invaluable insights on coping with the demands of startup leadership.

Key Takeaways

- Self-Care Is Paramount. Amidst the drive for success, remember that personal well-being is crucial for sustaining long-term ambition.

- Resilience in Fundraising. Embrace rejections as learning opportunities. Maintain transparency with your investors and lean on your support network during challenging times.

- Learn the secret of how to context switch  between high-level strategic planning and the nitty-gritty of day-to-day operations in your business
- How to win at founder-led sales

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]]> Mon, 19 Feb 2024 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Felix Atkin, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage) http://foundedandgrounded.com The innovator turning forgotten spaces into thriving community hubs.

Meet Felix Atkin, founder of tech startup Sharsey - the Airbnb for community spaces.

What stemmed from a personal problem of trying to book a local venue for his kids' birthday party has blossomed into a business that has already generated over £1million in bookings.

Felix delves deep into his journey, unveils the strategic steps behind Sharesy's considered growth, and shares invaluable insights on coping with the demands of startup leadership.

Key Takeaways

- Self-Care Is Paramount. Amidst the drive for success, remember that personal well-being is crucial for sustaining long-term ambition.

- Resilience in Fundraising. Embrace rejections as learning opportunities. Maintain transparency with your investors and lean on your support network during challenging times.

- Learn the secret of how to context switch  between high-level strategic planning and the nitty-gritty of day-to-day operations in your business
- How to win at founder-led sales

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]]> Sharesy - Growing communities one local authority at a time featuring Felix Atkin, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage 01:28:24 The innovator turning forgotten spaces into thriving community hubs. Meet Felix Atkin, founder of tech startup Sharsey - the Airbnb for community spaces. What stemmed from a personal problem of trying to book a local venue for his kids' birthday party has blossomed into a business that has already generated over £1million in bookings. Felix delves deep into his journey, unveils the strategic steps behind Sharesy's considered growth, and shares invaluable insights on coping with the demands ... The innovator turning forgotten spaces into thriving community hubs. Meet Felix Atkin, founder of tech startup Sharsey - the Airbnb for community spaces. What stemmed from a personal problem of trying to book a local venue for his kids' birthday party has blossomed into a business that has already generated over £1million in bookings. Felix delves deep into his journey, unveils the strategic steps behind Sharesy's considered growth, and shares invaluable insights on coping with the demands ... fundraising, tech business, investor relations, startup, community development, entrepreneurship, mvp, gratitude, social impact, self-care, startup advice, founders, sharesy, reflection, local, scaleup, communities, sme false full 9 5 Buzzsprout-14422607 envoPAP: Turning waste into sustainable wealth Meet Kaushal Shah, the impact entrepreneur behind envoPap, who is on a mission to help save the planet while making a profit. He turns agricultural waste into sustainable paper and packaging, and in this conversation, he shares his secrets to success in business and beyond.

Key takeaways

- Sustainable Innovation: Learn how Kaushal has built out an end-to-end sustainable business model focused on both community development and economic growth

- Smart scaling: We peel back the layers to unpick how Kaushal achieves economic growth whilst successfully diversifying the business

- Grounded Mindset: How does Kaushal deal with cultural differences and large supply chain issues? By staying grounded through self-care practices like meditation

Finally, hear why falling in love with the problem, not just the solution, is vital to entrepreneurial success

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]]> Mon, 5 Feb 2024 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Kaushal Shah, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage) http://foundedandgrounded.com Meet Kaushal Shah, the impact entrepreneur behind envoPap, who is on a mission to help save the planet while making a profit. He turns agricultural waste into sustainable paper and packaging, and in this conversation, he shares his secrets to success in business and beyond.

Key takeaways

- Sustainable Innovation: Learn how Kaushal has built out an end-to-end sustainable business model focused on both community development and economic growth

- Smart scaling: We peel back the layers to unpick how Kaushal achieves economic growth whilst successfully diversifying the business

- Grounded Mindset: How does Kaushal deal with cultural differences and large supply chain issues? By staying grounded through self-care practices like meditation

Finally, hear why falling in love with the problem, not just the solution, is vital to entrepreneurial success

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]]> envoPAP: Turning waste into sustainable wealth featuring Kaushal Shah, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage 01:12:30 Meet Kaushal Shah, the impact entrepreneur behind envoPap, who is on a mission to help save the planet while making a profit. He turns agricultural waste into sustainable paper and packaging, and in this conversation, he shares his secrets to success in business and beyond.Key takeaways- Sustainable Innovation: Learn how Kaushal has built out an end-to-end sustainable business model focused on both community development and economic growth- Smart scaling: We peel back the layers to unpick how... Meet Kaushal Shah, the impact entrepreneur behind envoPap, who is on a mission to help save the planet while making a profit. He turns agricultural waste into sustainable paper and packaging, and in this conversation, he shares his secrets to success in business and beyond.Key takeaways- Sustainable Innovation: Learn how Kaushal has built out an end-to-end sustainable business model focused on both community development and economic growth- Smart scaling: We peel back the layers to unpick how... startup, sustainability, community development, entrepreneurship, waste, gratitude, packaging, self-care, startup advice, founders, reflection, ecommerce, paper, sme false full 8 5 Buzzsprout-14338623 Rival: The man who gave Gary Vee the "jab, jab, jab, right hook" The former MD of Gary Vee's Vayner Media left everything behind to pursue his dream, and the results will leave you inspired. 

Tune into a thought-provoking journey with Eric Fulwiler, the visionary co-founder behind the growth marketing consultancy Rival.

What was the tipping point that compelled him to take the plunge? In reality, there wasn't one...

Eric pulls back the glitzy entrepreneurial curtain and reveals the unfiltered realities of day-to-day startup life.

Key Takeaways

- Define Your Own Success Metrics: It’s not just about growth; in Eric's case, it's about building a business that is so strong that someone else would want to purchase it. Learn his philosophy: don't challenge the market; change it.

- Prepare for the Marathon: Entrepreneurship is a journey of endurance. Eric's advice? Build emotional and psychological resilience. It’s about ensuring the longevity of both your mental health and your business. Take care of yourself, your team, and truly understand your customers' needs.

- More Than Just Profit: Eric sees Rival, and business in general, as a vehicle for positive change. Aim for a social and environmental impact; embody the challenger brand mindset, and drive innovation that matters.

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]]> Mon, 22 Jan 2024 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Eric Fulwiler) http://foundedandgrounded.com The former MD of Gary Vee's Vayner Media left everything behind to pursue his dream, and the results will leave you inspired. 

Tune into a thought-provoking journey with Eric Fulwiler, the visionary co-founder behind the growth marketing consultancy Rival.

What was the tipping point that compelled him to take the plunge? In reality, there wasn't one...

Eric pulls back the glitzy entrepreneurial curtain and reveals the unfiltered realities of day-to-day startup life.

Key Takeaways

- Define Your Own Success Metrics: It’s not just about growth; in Eric's case, it's about building a business that is so strong that someone else would want to purchase it. Learn his philosophy: don't challenge the market; change it.

- Prepare for the Marathon: Entrepreneurship is a journey of endurance. Eric's advice? Build emotional and psychological resilience. It’s about ensuring the longevity of both your mental health and your business. Take care of yourself, your team, and truly understand your customers' needs.

- More Than Just Profit: Eric sees Rival, and business in general, as a vehicle for positive change. Aim for a social and environmental impact; embody the challenger brand mindset, and drive innovation that matters.

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]]> Rival: The man who gave Gary Vee the "jab, jab, jab, right hook" Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Eric Fulwiler 01:21:54 The former MD of Gary Vee's Vayner Media left everything behind to pursue his dream, and the results will leave you inspired. Tune into a thought-provoking journey with Eric Fulwiler, the visionary co-founder behind the growth marketing consultancy Rival. What was the tipping point that compelled him to take the plunge? In reality, there wasn't one...Eric pulls back the glitzy entrepreneurial curtain and reveals the unfiltered realities of day-to-day startup life. Key Takeaways- Define ... The former MD of Gary Vee's Vayner Media left everything behind to pursue his dream, and the results will leave you inspired. Tune into a thought-provoking journey with Eric Fulwiler, the visionary co-founder behind the growth marketing consultancy Rival. What was the tipping point that compelled him to take the plunge? In reality, there wasn't one...Eric pulls back the glitzy entrepreneurial curtain and reveals the unfiltered realities of day-to-day startup life. Key Takeaways- Define ... startup, entrepreneurship, eric fulwiler, work-life balance, gary vee, startup challenges, startup advice, marketing, founders, linkedin strategies, boutique agency, storytelling, cmo, mental health in business, marketing growth consultancy, sme false full 7 5 Buzzsprout-14254475 Phasecraft: Leap into the future with Quantum Algorithms What comes to mind when you think of the future? Flying cars, human-like robots, time travel? But what about quantum computing?

Prepare to have your mind blown.

Join us for an exhilarating journey into the future with Phasecraft, a groundbreaking startup that is pushing the boundaries of algorithmic innovation in the quantum realm.

Get an insider view from Ashley Montanaro - co-founder & CEO - as he unravels the mysteries of quantum computing

Key Takeaways

- Explore the Infinite: Discover the transformative potential of quantum algorithms and witness how Phasecraft will help create breakthroughs in battery development and material science.

- Inspiration: Hear the unvarnished accounts of the co-founders' personal lives that blend life and work, whilst raising young families.

- Shape the Future: Uncover the impact of quantum computing on future technologies and industries

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]]> Mon, 8 Jan 2024 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Ashley Montanaro) http://foundedandgrounded.com What comes to mind when you think of the future? Flying cars, human-like robots, time travel? But what about quantum computing?

Prepare to have your mind blown.

Join us for an exhilarating journey into the future with Phasecraft, a groundbreaking startup that is pushing the boundaries of algorithmic innovation in the quantum realm.

Get an insider view from Ashley Montanaro - co-founder & CEO - as he unravels the mysteries of quantum computing

Key Takeaways

- Explore the Infinite: Discover the transformative potential of quantum algorithms and witness how Phasecraft will help create breakthroughs in battery development and material science.

- Inspiration: Hear the unvarnished accounts of the co-founders' personal lives that blend life and work, whilst raising young families.

- Shape the Future: Uncover the impact of quantum computing on future technologies and industries

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]]> Phasecraft: Leap into the future with Quantum Algorithms Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Ashley Montanaro 01:08:00 What comes to mind when you think of the future? Flying cars, human-like robots, time travel? But what about quantum computing? Prepare to have your mind blown. Join us for an exhilarating journey into the future with Phasecraft, a groundbreaking startup that is pushing the boundaries of algorithmic innovation in the quantum realm.Get an insider view from Ashley Montanaro - co-founder & CEO - as he unravels the mysteries of quantum computingKey Takeaways- Explore the Infinite: Discover th... What comes to mind when you think of the future? Flying cars, human-like robots, time travel? But what about quantum computing? Prepare to have your mind blown. Join us for an exhilarating journey into the future with Phasecraft, a groundbreaking startup that is pushing the boundaries of algorithmic innovation in the quantum realm.Get an insider view from Ashley Montanaro - co-founder & CEO - as he unravels the mysteries of quantum computingKey Takeaways- Explore the Infinite: Discover th... collaboration, startup, r & d, phasecraft, entrepreneurship, partnerships, algorithms, quantum computing, startup advice, founders, academia, research, sme, quantumleap false full 6 5 Buzzsprout-14165135 SRSLY Low Carb: why we need to STOP sugar coating the truth We are currently facing a public health crisis. In this episode, you'll hear the story of Andy Welsh, the ambitious founder of SRSLY Low Carb. After a wake-up call, he left the corporate world to enter the challenging world of health-focused entrepreneurship. 

Picture this: You're trying to offer healthier food options in a market that is dominated by six conglomerates producing ultra-processed food. Quite a challenge, right?  

 What's his secret weapon? It's listening to his customers. Their feedback and loyalty have been his guide and his driving force, reinforcing the power of customer-centric businesses. 


Key Takeaways

- Resilience is at the Heart of Entrepreneurship: Andy's experience reminds us that overcoming obstacles, such as personal financial risk and market resistance, requires a strong support system and an ability to adapt under pressure.

- The Power of Quality and Customer Loyalty: Prioritising product integrity and building close customer relationships can lead to organic growth and brand trust, often reducing the need for heavy marketing investment.

- Financial Literacy is Fundamental: The conversations underscore the essential need for entrepreneurs to understand their financials deeply. Money problems in business can't be ignored and must be managed proactively to ensure stability and growth.

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]]> Mon, 18 Dec 2023 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Andy Welsh, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage) http://foundedandgrounded.com We are currently facing a public health crisis. In this episode, you'll hear the story of Andy Welsh, the ambitious founder of SRSLY Low Carb. After a wake-up call, he left the corporate world to enter the challenging world of health-focused entrepreneurship. 

Picture this: You're trying to offer healthier food options in a market that is dominated by six conglomerates producing ultra-processed food. Quite a challenge, right?  

 What's his secret weapon? It's listening to his customers. Their feedback and loyalty have been his guide and his driving force, reinforcing the power of customer-centric businesses. 


Key Takeaways

- Resilience is at the Heart of Entrepreneurship: Andy's experience reminds us that overcoming obstacles, such as personal financial risk and market resistance, requires a strong support system and an ability to adapt under pressure.

- The Power of Quality and Customer Loyalty: Prioritising product integrity and building close customer relationships can lead to organic growth and brand trust, often reducing the need for heavy marketing investment.

- Financial Literacy is Fundamental: The conversations underscore the essential need for entrepreneurs to understand their financials deeply. Money problems in business can't be ignored and must be managed proactively to ensure stability and growth.

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]]> SRSLY Low Carb: why we need to STOP sugar coating the truth featuring Andy Welsh, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage 01:34:04 We are currently facing a public health crisis. In this episode, you'll hear the story of Andy Welsh, the ambitious founder of SRSLY Low Carb. After a wake-up call, he left the corporate world to enter the challenging world of health-focused entrepreneurship. Picture this: You're trying to offer healthier food options in a market that is dominated by six conglomerates producing ultra-processed food. Quite a challenge, right? What's his secret weapon? It's listening to his cus... We are currently facing a public health crisis. In this episode, you'll hear the story of Andy Welsh, the ambitious founder of SRSLY Low Carb. After a wake-up call, he left the corporate world to enter the challenging world of health-focused entrepreneurship. Picture this: You're trying to offer healthier food options in a market that is dominated by six conglomerates producing ultra-processed food. Quite a challenge, right? What's his secret weapon? It's listening to his cus... persistence, consumer health, entrepreneurship, mental health, roas, business mistakes, obesity, keto, startup advice, sme, founders, food quality, diabetes, local businesses, startup, financial struggles, processed foods, crowdfunding false full 5 5 Buzzsprout-14111957 Greenworkx: Small Steps, Big Impact: Building 10 Million Green Jobs From advising UK Prime Ministers to spearheading green innovation. Mat Ilic takes us from the corridors of Whitehall to the frontlines of green innovation.

Discover his journey from Belgrade to becoming a UK visionary. Mat spent his career advising the likes of Boris Johnson and Theresa May.

Now, he’s on a mission with Greenworkx to foster environmental change and generate 10 million green jobs

Key Takeaways

- How can small steps lead to massive impact? This conversation holds the answers. 

- Bridging the Green Gap: There's a pressing need to address the skills gap in the green sector. Greenworkx's mission is to empower 10 million individuals with green jobs, fostering a low-carbon, sustainable world.

- Step by Step Innovation: Mat Ilic champions the iterative approach in business, reminding us that significant progress comes from small, consistent steps.

- Diversity Fuels Change: Inclusivity isn't just a buzzword; it's crucial for progression. By aiming to recruit from underserved communities, Greenworkx addresses workforce diversity head-on, ensuring that the transition to a greener economy is wide-reaching.

Join us for an insightful conversation where passion meets purpose, and innovation creates a greener world.

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]]> Mon, 11 Dec 2023 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Mat Ilic) http://foundedandgrounded.com From advising UK Prime Ministers to spearheading green innovation. Mat Ilic takes us from the corridors of Whitehall to the frontlines of green innovation.

Discover his journey from Belgrade to becoming a UK visionary. Mat spent his career advising the likes of Boris Johnson and Theresa May.

Now, he’s on a mission with Greenworkx to foster environmental change and generate 10 million green jobs

Key Takeaways

- How can small steps lead to massive impact? This conversation holds the answers. 

- Bridging the Green Gap: There's a pressing need to address the skills gap in the green sector. Greenworkx's mission is to empower 10 million individuals with green jobs, fostering a low-carbon, sustainable world.

- Step by Step Innovation: Mat Ilic champions the iterative approach in business, reminding us that significant progress comes from small, consistent steps.

- Diversity Fuels Change: Inclusivity isn't just a buzzword; it's crucial for progression. By aiming to recruit from underserved communities, Greenworkx addresses workforce diversity head-on, ensuring that the transition to a greener economy is wide-reaching.

Join us for an insightful conversation where passion meets purpose, and innovation creates a greener world.

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]]> Greenworkx: Small Steps, Big Impact: Building 10 Million Green Jobs Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Mat Ilic 01:21:24 From advising UK Prime Ministers to spearheading green innovation. Mat Ilic takes us from the corridors of Whitehall to the frontlines of green innovation.Discover his journey from Belgrade to becoming a UK visionary. Mat spent his career advising the likes of Boris Johnson and Theresa May. Now, he’s on a mission with Greenworkx to foster environmental change and generate 10 million green jobs Key Takeaways- How can small steps lead to massive impact? This conversation holds the answers.&nbsp... From advising UK Prime Ministers to spearheading green innovation. Mat Ilic takes us from the corridors of Whitehall to the frontlines of green innovation.Discover his journey from Belgrade to becoming a UK visionary. Mat spent his career advising the likes of Boris Johnson and Theresa May. Now, he’s on a mission with Greenworkx to foster environmental change and generate 10 million green jobs Key Takeaways- How can small steps lead to massive impact? This conversation holds the answers.&nbsp... net zero, entrepreneurship, greeninnovation, climate change, multilateralism, net zero economy, startup advice, lean methodologies, carbon emissions, startup, edtech, green jobs false full 4 5 Buzzsprout-14040475 Hexa Finance: Breaking Stereotypes & Reimagining Finance for Startups The incredible journey of Hexa Finance is not just a tale of success; it's a true story of how being bold and true to yourself can pay dividends.  

From a simple idea in 2016 to launching amidst the global lockdown, co-founders Ben Davies and Stu Mason have navigated it all.

They dive deep into their journey, sharing the sacrifices made, the critical role of timing, and the essence of trust and understanding in their partnership.

Key takeaways

- Back yourself and go for it, as you've started something for a reason and should have complete confidence in your vision.

- The Power of Teamwork: Ben and Stu stress the significance of a team that complements your skills and fosters mutual support. 

- The Art of Saying 'No': Learn the value of simplicity in complexity. Embracing your niche, the bravery in critical decisions, and the wisdom in choosing your battles. 

- Making Finance Relatable: Steering away from traditional corporate norms, Hexa Finance champions an open & comfortable environment, demystifying finance and making it accessible to all. 

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]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2023 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Stu Mason and Ben Davies, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage) http://foundedandgrounded.com The incredible journey of Hexa Finance is not just a tale of success; it's a true story of how being bold and true to yourself can pay dividends.  

From a simple idea in 2016 to launching amidst the global lockdown, co-founders Ben Davies and Stu Mason have navigated it all.

They dive deep into their journey, sharing the sacrifices made, the critical role of timing, and the essence of trust and understanding in their partnership.

Key takeaways

- Back yourself and go for it, as you've started something for a reason and should have complete confidence in your vision.

- The Power of Teamwork: Ben and Stu stress the significance of a team that complements your skills and fosters mutual support. 

- The Art of Saying 'No': Learn the value of simplicity in complexity. Embracing your niche, the bravery in critical decisions, and the wisdom in choosing your battles. 

- Making Finance Relatable: Steering away from traditional corporate norms, Hexa Finance champions an open & comfortable environment, demystifying finance and making it accessible to all. 

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]]> Hexa Finance: Breaking Stereotypes & Reimagining Finance for Startups featuring Stu Mason and Ben Davies, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage 01:26:09 The incredible journey of Hexa Finance is not just a tale of success; it's a true story of how being bold and true to yourself can pay dividends. From a simple idea in 2016 to launching amidst the global lockdown, co-founders Ben Davies and Stu Mason have navigated it all.They dive deep into their journey, sharing the sacrifices made, the critical role of timing, and the essence of trust and understanding in their partnership.Key takeaways- Back yourself and go for it, as you've started... The incredible journey of Hexa Finance is not just a tale of success; it's a true story of how being bold and true to yourself can pay dividends. From a simple idea in 2016 to launching amidst the global lockdown, co-founders Ben Davies and Stu Mason have navigated it all.They dive deep into their journey, sharing the sacrifices made, the critical role of timing, and the essence of trust and understanding in their partnership.Key takeaways- Back yourself and go for it, as you've started... invoice financing, entrepreneurship, cofounders, business growth, startup advice, sme, asset-based lending, working capital term loans, commercial finance, finance, startup, venture fundraising, business financing, hexa finance, finance services false full 3 5 Buzzsprout-13960225 Yuup: Turning Experiences into Businesses As an early-stage founder, the decision to bootstrap or raise capital can make or break your business.

But don't worry, serial entrepreneur Dominic Mills has been there and has the answers you need to succeed.

We uncover the power of community, localism, and entrepreneurship as we follow Dominic's journey from exit to founding his latest startup, Yuup -  a marketplace that connects people with local experiences.

Key Takeaways

- Community as a Catalyst: Learn from Dominic's experience with 'Yuup' about the power of community in accelerating business growth

- Balancing Acts: Hear Dominic's take on the advantages and challenges of bootstrapping versus taking on external funding

- Leadership Mastery: Discover how to become an effective leader

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]]> Mon, 13 Nov 2023 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Dominic Mills, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage) http://foundedandgrounded.com As an early-stage founder, the decision to bootstrap or raise capital can make or break your business.

But don't worry, serial entrepreneur Dominic Mills has been there and has the answers you need to succeed.

We uncover the power of community, localism, and entrepreneurship as we follow Dominic's journey from exit to founding his latest startup, Yuup -  a marketplace that connects people with local experiences.

Key Takeaways

- Community as a Catalyst: Learn from Dominic's experience with 'Yuup' about the power of community in accelerating business growth

- Balancing Acts: Hear Dominic's take on the advantages and challenges of bootstrapping versus taking on external funding

- Leadership Mastery: Discover how to become an effective leader

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]]> Yuup: Turning Experiences into Businesses featuring Dominic Mills, Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage 01:12:26 As an early-stage founder, the decision to bootstrap or raise capital can make or break your business.But don't worry, serial entrepreneur Dominic Mills has been there and has the answers you need to succeed.We uncover the power of community, localism, and entrepreneurship as we follow Dominic's journey from exit to founding his latest startup, Yuup - a marketplace that connects people with local experiences. Key Takeaways- Community as a Catalyst: Learn from Dominic's experience with '... As an early-stage founder, the decision to bootstrap or raise capital can make or break your business.But don't worry, serial entrepreneur Dominic Mills has been there and has the answers you need to succeed.We uncover the power of community, localism, and entrepreneurship as we follow Dominic's journey from exit to founding his latest startup, Yuup - a marketplace that connects people with local experiences. Key Takeaways- Community as a Catalyst: Learn from Dominic's experience with '... bootstrapping, entrepreneurship, team management, employee satisfaction, workforce terminati, business control, leadership mindset, startup advice, sme, mentorship, founders, external capital, local businesses, startup, tech startups, grants, crowdfunding false full 2 5 Buzzsprout-13874081 More Happi: Overcoming Fear and Burnout: Unveiling the Power of Coaching Unlock the secrets to overcoming fear, addressing burnout, and finding happiness with the power of coaching.

Meet Ashleigh Tennent, founder of More Happi - a platform making coaching affordable for all.

Discover how she conquered her fears, recognised burnout, and built a successful coaching business that's changing lives.

Key Takeaways  

- Overcoming Fears and Limiting Beliefs: Learn how Ashleigh tackled her fear of public speaking, which was rooted in her childhood

- Addressing Burnout: Discover how Ashleigh recognised and navigated burnout with the guidance of a coach, emphasising the importance of reflection and gaining perspective.

- The Power of Mentors and Coaches: Understand the difference between mentors and coaches

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]]> Mon, 30 Oct 2023 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Ashleigh Tennent) http://foundedandgrounded.com Unlock the secrets to overcoming fear, addressing burnout, and finding happiness with the power of coaching.

Meet Ashleigh Tennent, founder of More Happi - a platform making coaching affordable for all.

Discover how she conquered her fears, recognised burnout, and built a successful coaching business that's changing lives.

Key Takeaways  

- Overcoming Fears and Limiting Beliefs: Learn how Ashleigh tackled her fear of public speaking, which was rooted in her childhood

- Addressing Burnout: Discover how Ashleigh recognised and navigated burnout with the guidance of a coach, emphasising the importance of reflection and gaining perspective.

- The Power of Mentors and Coaches: Understand the difference between mentors and coaches

If you're able to support an amazing cause on behalf of Laura Rawlings, please do kindly donate to Macmillan Cancer, link below

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]]> More Happi: Overcoming Fear and Burnout: Unveiling the Power of Coaching Ollie Collard & Dr Becky Sage, featuring Ashleigh Tennent 01:05:04 Unlock the secrets to overcoming fear, addressing burnout, and finding happiness with the power of coaching.Meet Ashleigh Tennent, founder of More Happi - a platform making coaching affordable for all.Discover how she conquered her fears, recognised burnout, and built a successful coaching business that's changing lives. Key Takeaways - Overcoming Fears and Limiting Beliefs: Learn how Ashleigh tackled her fear of public speaking, which was rooted in her childhood- Addressing Burnout: Di... Unlock the secrets to overcoming fear, addressing burnout, and finding happiness with the power of coaching.Meet Ashleigh Tennent, founder of More Happi - a platform making coaching affordable for all.Discover how she conquered her fears, recognised burnout, and built a successful coaching business that's changing lives. Key Takeaways - Overcoming Fears and Limiting Beliefs: Learn how Ashleigh tackled her fear of public speaking, which was rooted in her childhood- Addressing Burnout: Di... perspective, efficacy, entrepreneurship, coaching, business model, scaling, mentors, problem-solving, fear, startup advice, sme, burnout, founders, reflection, accreditation levels, startup, progress, public speaking false full 1 5 Buzzsprout-13080390 Flow Neuroscience: Pioneering a Drug-Free Pathway for Depression (season finale) Depression affects 1 in 6 adults in the UK, with medication being the most common treatment.

But what if there was a drug-free approach that actually works?

The CEO of Flow Neuroscience, Erin Lee, reveals how their innovative headset is changing the game in mental health treatment.

Key Takeaways

- Embracing uncertainty is part of the startup journey, and as your knowledge grows, the awareness of what you don't know increases.
 
- Authenticity in leadership, Erin reveals how sharing your flaws and uncertainties can unify a team and contribute to a more genuine work environment.
 
- Persistence and passion are critical for startup success, and why you need to be starting a business for the right reasons

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]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Erin Lee, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings) http://foundedandgrounded.com Depression affects 1 in 6 adults in the UK, with medication being the most common treatment.

But what if there was a drug-free approach that actually works?

The CEO of Flow Neuroscience, Erin Lee, reveals how their innovative headset is changing the game in mental health treatment.

Key Takeaways

- Embracing uncertainty is part of the startup journey, and as your knowledge grows, the awareness of what you don't know increases.
 
- Authenticity in leadership, Erin reveals how sharing your flaws and uncertainties can unify a team and contribute to a more genuine work environment.
 
- Persistence and passion are critical for startup success, and why you need to be starting a business for the right reasons

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]]> Flow Neuroscience: Pioneering a Drug-Free Pathway for Depression (season finale) featuring Erin Lee, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings 00:53:45 Depression affects 1 in 6 adults in the UK, with medication being the most common treatment.But what if there was a drug-free approach that actually works?The CEO of Flow Neuroscience, Erin Lee, reveals how their innovative headset is changing the game in mental health treatment.Key Takeaways - Embracing uncertainty is part of the startup journey, and as your knowledge grows, the awareness of what you don't know increases. - Authenticity in leadership, Erin reveals how sharing your flaws... Depression affects 1 in 6 adults in the UK, with medication being the most common treatment.But what if there was a drug-free approach that actually works?The CEO of Flow Neuroscience, Erin Lee, reveals how their innovative headset is changing the game in mental health treatment.Key Takeaways - Embracing uncertainty is part of the startup journey, and as your knowledge grows, the awareness of what you don't know increases. - Authenticity in leadership, Erin reveals how sharing your flaws... entrepreneurship, mental health, nhs, user experience, depression, patient choice, startup advice, sme, pricing, healthcare system, founders, patient experience, startup, government, accessibility, big pharma false full 17 4 Buzzsprout-13008765 Unyoked: Tapping into mother nature Twin brothers.

A unique vision.

And a determination to create a global nature brand against all odds.

This is the remarkable story of Unyoked: hear from co-founder Cam about his unstoppable startup that has overcome bushfires, floods, and a pandemic to bring sustainable off-grid cabins to the world.

Key Takeaways

- Creating a category is a bold move that differentiates your startup from competitors and requires deep market understanding, a clear USP, and significant marketing efforts to educate consumers.
- Having a co-founder with aligned values and life stages is crucial for a harmonious relationship and the success of a startup.
- A startup journey will inevitably encounter challenges, and maintaining resilience and a problem-solving mindset is crucial in navigating and overcoming these obstacles.

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]]> Mon, 12 Jun 2023 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings, featuring Cam Grant) http://foundedandgrounded.com Twin brothers.

A unique vision.

And a determination to create a global nature brand against all odds.

This is the remarkable story of Unyoked: hear from co-founder Cam about his unstoppable startup that has overcome bushfires, floods, and a pandemic to bring sustainable off-grid cabins to the world.

Key Takeaways

- Creating a category is a bold move that differentiates your startup from competitors and requires deep market understanding, a clear USP, and significant marketing efforts to educate consumers.
- Having a co-founder with aligned values and life stages is crucial for a harmonious relationship and the success of a startup.
- A startup journey will inevitably encounter challenges, and maintaining resilience and a problem-solving mindset is crucial in navigating and overcoming these obstacles.

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]]> Unyoked: Tapping into mother nature Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings, featuring Cam Grant 01:03:12 Twin brothers. A unique vision. And a determination to create a global nature brand against all odds. This is the remarkable story of Unyoked: hear from co-founder Cam about his unstoppable startup that has overcome bushfires, floods, and a pandemic to bring sustainable off-grid cabins to the world.Key Takeaways- Creating a category is a bold move that differentiates your startup from competitors and requires deep market understanding, a clear USP, and significant marketing efforts to educate... Twin brothers. A unique vision. And a determination to create a global nature brand against all odds. This is the remarkable story of Unyoked: hear from co-founder Cam about his unstoppable startup that has overcome bushfires, floods, and a pandemic to bring sustainable off-grid cabins to the world.Key Takeaways- Creating a category is a bold move that differentiates your startup from competitors and requires deep market understanding, a clear USP, and significant marketing efforts to educate... sustainability, entrepreneurship, businesstips, enterprise, wild, startup tips, unyoked, podcast, naturebrand, startup advice, sme, reconnecting, nature, founders, startup, startuplife, offgridcabins false full 16 4 Buzzsprout-12835000 Johnny Palmer: The Power of Personal Responsibility to unleash your Inner Entrepreneur Join us on board a real Boeing 727 as we dive deep into the mind of a passionate business leader, entrepreneur, and activist, Johnny Palmer.

From software to hospitality to renewable energy, he has built multiple successful ventures and now shares his blueprint for success with you.  Are you ready to join the ride?

We discuss his core values of disruption, growth, and sustainability, the importance of delegation and trust, the benefits of building a support network, and the challenges of dealing with loneliness in business.

Key Takeaways

- The importance of taking personal responsibility for one's actions and outcomes, viewing every challenge or failure as an opportunity for learning and growth. 

-Johnny's blueprint to go from idea to execution and how to nurture embryonic concepts

-The power of collaboration, leadership, and delegation, suggesting that success in business involves trusting and empowering others, having a clear and energetic vision, and being open to the chaos that can lead to innovation.

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]]> Mon, 15 May 2023 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings, featuring Johnny Palmer) http://foundedandgrounded.com Join us on board a real Boeing 727 as we dive deep into the mind of a passionate business leader, entrepreneur, and activist, Johnny Palmer.

From software to hospitality to renewable energy, he has built multiple successful ventures and now shares his blueprint for success with you.  Are you ready to join the ride?

We discuss his core values of disruption, growth, and sustainability, the importance of delegation and trust, the benefits of building a support network, and the challenges of dealing with loneliness in business.

Key Takeaways

- The importance of taking personal responsibility for one's actions and outcomes, viewing every challenge or failure as an opportunity for learning and growth. 

-Johnny's blueprint to go from idea to execution and how to nurture embryonic concepts

-The power of collaboration, leadership, and delegation, suggesting that success in business involves trusting and empowering others, having a clear and energetic vision, and being open to the chaos that can lead to innovation.

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]]> Johnny Palmer: The Power of Personal Responsibility to unleash your Inner Entrepreneur Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings, featuring Johnny Palmer 00:50:17 Join us on board a real Boeing 727 as we dive deep into the mind of a passionate business leader, entrepreneur, and activist, Johnny Palmer. From software to hospitality to renewable energy, he has built multiple successful ventures and now shares his blueprint for success with you. Are you ready to join the ride? We discuss his core values of disruption, growth, and sustainability, the importance of delegation and trust, the benefits of building a support network, and the challenges of... Join us on board a real Boeing 727 as we dive deep into the mind of a passionate business leader, entrepreneur, and activist, Johnny Palmer. From software to hospitality to renewable energy, he has built multiple successful ventures and now shares his blueprint for success with you. Are you ready to join the ride? We discuss his core values of disruption, growth, and sustainability, the importance of delegation and trust, the benefits of building a support network, and the challenges of... businessforgood, serialentrepreneur, entrepreneurship, businesstips, bristol, enterprise, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, founderstories, founders, startup, startuplife, investor false full 15 4 Buzzsprout-12740874 MAGIC: Mirror mirror on the wall, who is the fittest of them all? Imagine seeing all your fitness progress in a Magic mirror, powered by AI. 

That's exactly what entrepreneur Varun has created with his tech-first personal training solution after his personal battles with unhealthy habits. 

Discover how he overcame investor rejection and built an MVP, plus the sacrifices he made along the way.

Key Takeaways

- How to fund and build an MVP

- Having a co-founder with complementary skills can be invaluable for supporting and sharing the entrepreneurial journey, making the challenges of startup life less lonely. 

- Criticism and feedback, even when harsh, can serve as a catalyst for improving your business approach and refining your pitch to investors.

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]]> Mon, 1 May 2023 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Varun Bhanot, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings) http://foundedandgrounded.com Imagine seeing all your fitness progress in a Magic mirror, powered by AI. 

That's exactly what entrepreneur Varun has created with his tech-first personal training solution after his personal battles with unhealthy habits. 

Discover how he overcame investor rejection and built an MVP, plus the sacrifices he made along the way.

Key Takeaways

- How to fund and build an MVP

- Having a co-founder with complementary skills can be invaluable for supporting and sharing the entrepreneurial journey, making the challenges of startup life less lonely. 

- Criticism and feedback, even when harsh, can serve as a catalyst for improving your business approach and refining your pitch to investors.

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]]> MAGIC: Mirror mirror on the wall, who is the fittest of them all? featuring Varun Bhanot, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings 01:06:16 Imagine seeing all your fitness progress in a Magic mirror, powered by AI. That's exactly what entrepreneur Varun has created with his tech-first personal training solution after his personal battles with unhealthy habits. Discover how he overcame investor rejection and built an MVP, plus the sacrifices he made along the way.Key Takeaways- How to fund and build an MVP- Having a co-founder with complementary skills can be invaluable for supporting and sharing the entrepreneurial jo... Imagine seeing all your fitness progress in a Magic mirror, powered by AI. That's exactly what entrepreneur Varun has created with his tech-first personal training solution after his personal battles with unhealthy habits. Discover how he overcame investor rejection and built an MVP, plus the sacrifices he made along the way.Key Takeaways- How to fund and build an MVP- Having a co-founder with complementary skills can be invaluable for supporting and sharing the entrepreneurial jo... entrepreneurship, businesstips, enterprise, venturecapital, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, founderstories, founders, fitness, technology, personaltraining, ai, e-commerce, startup, startuplife, investor false full 14 4 Buzzsprout-12665051 Heights: From Burnout to Braincare, how Dan Murray-Serter built a £500k+ MRR business in public How one entrepreneur turned his struggles into a thriving business.

We speak with serial entrepreneur, co-founder of Heights and host of the Secret Leaders podcast, Dan Murray-Serter. 

Hear how Dan went from struggling with insomnia and anxiety to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the world of nutrition and wellbeing.

Discover Dan's insights on resilience, building a unique brand, and creating your own category. 

Key Takeaways

- Find out how Dan used a newsletter to grow his business and the mistakes he made that we can all learn from

- Dan's investment philosophy, based on investing in over 50+startups and how to invest in people, not businesses

- Taking yourself too seriously as a founder can lead to a loss of enjoyment and fulfilment in the startup journey, so it's essential to maintain the ability to laugh at yourself and find joy in the process.

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]]> Mon, 17 Apr 2023 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings, featuring Dan Murray-Serter) http://foundedandgrounded.com How one entrepreneur turned his struggles into a thriving business.

We speak with serial entrepreneur, co-founder of Heights and host of the Secret Leaders podcast, Dan Murray-Serter. 

Hear how Dan went from struggling with insomnia and anxiety to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the world of nutrition and wellbeing.

Discover Dan's insights on resilience, building a unique brand, and creating your own category. 

Key Takeaways

- Find out how Dan used a newsletter to grow his business and the mistakes he made that we can all learn from

- Dan's investment philosophy, based on investing in over 50+startups and how to invest in people, not businesses

- Taking yourself too seriously as a founder can lead to a loss of enjoyment and fulfilment in the startup journey, so it's essential to maintain the ability to laugh at yourself and find joy in the process.

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]]> Heights: From Burnout to Braincare, how Dan Murray-Serter built a £500k+ MRR business in public Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings, featuring Dan Murray-Serter 01:13:41 How one entrepreneur turned his struggles into a thriving business. We speak with serial entrepreneur, co-founder of Heights and host of the Secret Leaders podcast, Dan Murray-Serter. Hear how Dan went from struggling with insomnia and anxiety to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the world of nutrition and wellbeing.Discover Dan's insights on resilience, building a unique brand, and creating your own category. Key Takeaways- Find out how Dan used a newsletter to grow his busin... How one entrepreneur turned his struggles into a thriving business. We speak with serial entrepreneur, co-founder of Heights and host of the Secret Leaders podcast, Dan Murray-Serter. Hear how Dan went from struggling with insomnia and anxiety to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the world of nutrition and wellbeing.Discover Dan's insights on resilience, building a unique brand, and creating your own category. Key Takeaways- Find out how Dan used a newsletter to grow his busin... insomnia, angel investing, smart supplement, entrepreneurship, enterprise, nutrition, mental well-being, self-care, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, smart probiotic, burnout, founders, startup, parenting, stoicism, investor false full 13 4 Buzzsprout-12556866 Angel Investing School: Talent is everywhere, opportunity isn’t Do you dream of being an angel investor but don't know where to begin?

Learn from the co-founder of The Angel Investing School, Andy Ayim , about how he is democratising the world of angel investing and why being a non-conformist can lead to great leaps in learning.

Find out how Andy's backpacking trip at 21 sparked personal and professional growth and led him on the path to entrepreneurship and angel investing.

Key Takeaways

- Find out what keeps Andy moving forward with confidence, and how someone becomes a trusted advisor to new businesses. 

- We explore toxic company cultures, the importance of being true to oneself, and the democratisation of angel investing.

- Lack of diversity in angel and VC funding and the need for equal access to opportunity for all

- The importance of serving customers rather than investors, especially in challenging climates, reminding founders to focus on their intrinsic motivations 

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]]> Mon, 3 Apr 2023 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings, featuring Andy Ayim MBE) http://foundedandgrounded.com Do you dream of being an angel investor but don't know where to begin?

Learn from the co-founder of The Angel Investing School, Andy Ayim , about how he is democratising the world of angel investing and why being a non-conformist can lead to great leaps in learning.

Find out how Andy's backpacking trip at 21 sparked personal and professional growth and led him on the path to entrepreneurship and angel investing.

Key Takeaways

- Find out what keeps Andy moving forward with confidence, and how someone becomes a trusted advisor to new businesses. 

- We explore toxic company cultures, the importance of being true to oneself, and the democratisation of angel investing.

- Lack of diversity in angel and VC funding and the need for equal access to opportunity for all

- The importance of serving customers rather than investors, especially in challenging climates, reminding founders to focus on their intrinsic motivations 

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]]> Angel Investing School: Talent is everywhere, opportunity isn’t Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings, featuring Andy Ayim MBE 00:53:47 Do you dream of being an angel investor but don't know where to begin?Learn from the co-founder of The Angel Investing School, Andy Ayim , about how he is democratising the world of angel investing and why being a non-conformist can lead to great leaps in learning.Find out how Andy's backpacking trip at 21 sparked personal and professional growth and led him on the path to entrepreneurship and angel investing. Key Takeaways- Find out what keeps Andy moving forward with confidence, and how som... Do you dream of being an angel investor but don't know where to begin?Learn from the co-founder of The Angel Investing School, Andy Ayim , about how he is democratising the world of angel investing and why being a non-conformist can lead to great leaps in learning.Find out how Andy's backpacking trip at 21 sparked personal and professional growth and led him on the path to entrepreneurship and angel investing. Key Takeaways- Find out what keeps Andy moving forward with confidence, and how som... entrepreneurship, enterprise, venturecapital, angelinvestors, toxiccompanyculture, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, authenticity, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, businessgrowth, startup, communitybuild, investor false full 12 4 Buzzsprout-12477584 Moblox: Making money with Piers Linney - ex-Dragons’ Den Investor and C4 Secret Millionaire Get an inside look at the mind of a successful serial entrepreneur and investor.

Former Dragon, Piers Linney shares his upbringing, mistakes, and what really drives him in business. 

In this interview, he shares his personal story and key insights on starting and growing businesses that will fascinate and motivate any founder or aspiring entrepreneur.

Key Takeaways

- Pursue what you enjoy and collaborate with people you like working with

- The importance of pivoting or starting anew if your business isn't working out, as the first venture often serves as a learning experience rather than a financial success.

- The vision for Moblox and what the future holds in tech and AI

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]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2023 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings: featuring Piers Linney) http://foundedandgrounded.com Get an inside look at the mind of a successful serial entrepreneur and investor.

Former Dragon, Piers Linney shares his upbringing, mistakes, and what really drives him in business. 

In this interview, he shares his personal story and key insights on starting and growing businesses that will fascinate and motivate any founder or aspiring entrepreneur.

Key Takeaways

- Pursue what you enjoy and collaborate with people you like working with

- The importance of pivoting or starting anew if your business isn't working out, as the first venture often serves as a learning experience rather than a financial success.

- The vision for Moblox and what the future holds in tech and AI

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]]> Moblox: Making money with Piers Linney - ex-Dragons’ Den Investor and C4 Secret Millionaire Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings: featuring Piers Linney 01:06:23 Get an inside look at the mind of a successful serial entrepreneur and investor.Former Dragon, Piers Linney shares his upbringing, mistakes, and what really drives him in business. In this interview, he shares his personal story and key insights on starting and growing businesses that will fascinate and motivate any founder or aspiring entrepreneur. Key Takeaways- Pursue what you enjoy and collaborate with people you like working with- The importance of pivoting or starting anew if your... Get an inside look at the mind of a successful serial entrepreneur and investor.Former Dragon, Piers Linney shares his upbringing, mistakes, and what really drives him in business. In this interview, he shares his personal story and key insights on starting and growing businesses that will fascinate and motivate any founder or aspiring entrepreneur. Key Takeaways- Pursue what you enjoy and collaborate with people you like working with- The importance of pivoting or starting anew if your... ned, smallbusiness, entrepreneurship, investment, secretmillionaire, enterprise, #pierslinney, cofounders, dragonsden, startup tips, mistakes, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, mindset, businessgrowth, startup, moblox, investor false full 11 4 Buzzsprout-12361842 El Rayo: Tequila - it makes me happy Some say the best ideas come over a drink, and for these lifelong friends, tequila sparked their entrepreneurial journey.

But there’s more to tequila than 3am shooters, sucking a lemon and licking salt.

They went all in, quit their day jobs, and went on a wild Mexican adventure.

Here's the inspiring story of how they turned a simple idea into a successful startup  El Rayo.  It’s bonkers and brilliant - and likely to make you ask yourself - what am I waiting for?

Key Takeaways

- Trust your instincts and what you think will be best for the business, as some of the best ideas can come from spontaneous moments or casual conversations.

- Resilience is a crucial skill for business owners, as you will often face rejection and challenges, but it's important to push through and enjoy the journey of building your business.

- When starting a business without industry experience, don't be afraid to ask questions and seek advice, but also be prepared to admit what you don't know and learn from others.

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]]> Mon, 6 Mar 2023 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Tom Bishop & Jack Vereker, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings) http://foundedandgrounded.com Some say the best ideas come over a drink, and for these lifelong friends, tequila sparked their entrepreneurial journey.

But there’s more to tequila than 3am shooters, sucking a lemon and licking salt.

They went all in, quit their day jobs, and went on a wild Mexican adventure.

Here's the inspiring story of how they turned a simple idea into a successful startup  El Rayo.  It’s bonkers and brilliant - and likely to make you ask yourself - what am I waiting for?

Key Takeaways

- Trust your instincts and what you think will be best for the business, as some of the best ideas can come from spontaneous moments or casual conversations.

- Resilience is a crucial skill for business owners, as you will often face rejection and challenges, but it's important to push through and enjoy the journey of building your business.

- When starting a business without industry experience, don't be afraid to ask questions and seek advice, but also be prepared to admit what you don't know and learn from others.

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]]> El Rayo: Tequila - it makes me happy featuring Tom Bishop & Jack Vereker, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings 00:59:45 Some say the best ideas come over a drink, and for these lifelong friends, tequila sparked their entrepreneurial journey. But there’s more to tequila than 3am shooters, sucking a lemon and licking salt. They went all in, quit their day jobs, and went on a wild Mexican adventure.Here's the inspiring story of how they turned a simple idea into a successful startup El Rayo. It’s bonkers and brilliant - and likely to make you ask yourself - what am I waiting for?Key Takeaways- Trust y... Some say the best ideas come over a drink, and for these lifelong friends, tequila sparked their entrepreneurial journey. But there’s more to tequila than 3am shooters, sucking a lemon and licking salt. They went all in, quit their day jobs, and went on a wild Mexican adventure.Here's the inspiring story of how they turned a simple idea into a successful startup El Rayo. It’s bonkers and brilliant - and likely to make you ask yourself - what am I waiting for?Key Takeaways- Trust y... entrepreneurialspirits, drinks, booze, entrepreneurship, dtc, enterprise, tequila, alcohol, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, mexicanmavericks, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, ontrade, offtrade, t&t, startup false full 10 4 Buzzsprout-12273580 By Sarah London: Live life as if everything is rigged in your favour From tragedy to triumph.  How a sister's life-saving transplant led to the creation of a natural skincare business.

By Sarah London, stands for something much larger, their deeply personal story has sparked a strong sense of mission and purpose when it comes to business - which shines through in this conversation.

Key Takeaways

- Learn how to shake off imposter syndrome and reframe failure
 
- How to stand out and take on the industry giants.  By Sarah London gives 100% transparency in their ingredient listings and became a B Corp, showing their sustainability values.  
 
- How to deal with major business challenges. Hear how they dealt with Brexit and withdrawing from the EU market, they've used direct-to-consumer strategies and social media to maintain and grow their customer base, enabling them to plan a return to the EU market.

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]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2023 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Sarah Murrell, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings) http://foundedandgrounded.com From tragedy to triumph.  How a sister's life-saving transplant led to the creation of a natural skincare business.

By Sarah London, stands for something much larger, their deeply personal story has sparked a strong sense of mission and purpose when it comes to business - which shines through in this conversation.

Key Takeaways

- Learn how to shake off imposter syndrome and reframe failure
 
- How to stand out and take on the industry giants.  By Sarah London gives 100% transparency in their ingredient listings and became a B Corp, showing their sustainability values.  
 
- How to deal with major business challenges. Hear how they dealt with Brexit and withdrawing from the EU market, they've used direct-to-consumer strategies and social media to maintain and grow their customer base, enabling them to plan a return to the EU market.

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]]> By Sarah London: Live life as if everything is rigged in your favour featuring Sarah Murrell, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings 00:52:19 From tragedy to triumph. How a sister's life-saving transplant led to the creation of a natural skincare business.By Sarah London, stands for something much larger, their deeply personal story has sparked a strong sense of mission and purpose when it comes to business - which shines through in this conversation.Key Takeaways- Learn how to shake off imposter syndrome and reframe failure - How to stand out and take on the industry giants. By Sarah London gives 100% transparency... From tragedy to triumph. How a sister's life-saving transplant led to the creation of a natural skincare business.By Sarah London, stands for something much larger, their deeply personal story has sparked a strong sense of mission and purpose when it comes to business - which shines through in this conversation.Key Takeaways- Learn how to shake off imposter syndrome and reframe failure - How to stand out and take on the industry giants. By Sarah London gives 100% transparency... tragedytotriumph, missiondriven, entrepreneurship, plantoils, enterprise, bysarahlondon, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, naturalskincare, skincare, sistersinbusiness, startup false full 9 4 Buzzsprout-12178007 Responsible: Failure is only feedback From losing millions to founding a sustainable fashion brand, Responsible.

Hear from Mark Dowds about how to bounce back and find success.

Mark is a serial founder and super angel investor who knows the entrepreneurial rollercoaster like the back of his hand.

Mark shares his insights on investing in early-stage startups, overcoming entrepreneurial challenges, and the significance of an abundant mindset in business

Key Takeaways

- The problem you're solving with your startup should be crystal clear in your own mind; if it's not, it's worth reevaluating if it's the right venture to pursue.

- Being too early to market with an innovative product can be a disadvantage, so it's crucial to validate the market demand and timing before fully committing resources.

- Listening to your fears and treating them as feedback can lead to growth and learning, helping you become more resilient and adaptive as an entrepreneur.

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]]> Mon, 6 Feb 2023 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Mark Dowds, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings) http://foundedandgrounded.com From losing millions to founding a sustainable fashion brand, Responsible.

Hear from Mark Dowds about how to bounce back and find success.

Mark is a serial founder and super angel investor who knows the entrepreneurial rollercoaster like the back of his hand.

Mark shares his insights on investing in early-stage startups, overcoming entrepreneurial challenges, and the significance of an abundant mindset in business

Key Takeaways

- The problem you're solving with your startup should be crystal clear in your own mind; if it's not, it's worth reevaluating if it's the right venture to pursue.

- Being too early to market with an innovative product can be a disadvantage, so it's crucial to validate the market demand and timing before fully committing resources.

- Listening to your fears and treating them as feedback can lead to growth and learning, helping you become more resilient and adaptive as an entrepreneur.

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]]> Responsible: Failure is only feedback featuring Mark Dowds, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings 00:59:57 From losing millions to founding a sustainable fashion brand, Responsible. Hear from Mark Dowds about how to bounce back and find success. Mark is a serial founder and super angel investor who knows the entrepreneurial rollercoaster like the back of his hand. Mark shares his insights on investing in early-stage startups, overcoming entrepreneurial challenges, and the significance of an abundant mindset in business Key Takeaways- The problem you're solving with your startup should be crystal c... From losing millions to founding a sustainable fashion brand, Responsible. Hear from Mark Dowds about how to bounce back and find success. Mark is a serial founder and super angel investor who knows the entrepreneurial rollercoaster like the back of his hand. Mark shares his insights on investing in early-stage startups, overcoming entrepreneurial challenges, and the significance of an abundant mindset in business Key Takeaways- The problem you're solving with your startup should be crystal c... apparel, recycle, sustainability, clothing, fastfashion, entrepreneurship, streetwear, rotation, investment, enterprise, cofounders, serial, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, reuse, advice, founders, angel investor, startup false full 8 4 Buzzsprout-12081370 Nova Blue: Decoding the secrets to startup success from former GCHQ Technical Director Discover the secret to business success straight from a former intelligence expert.

Meet Steve Mason, former Technical Director at GCHQ. Having defended the UK from cyber attacks, he now runs Nova Blue, helping businesses stay safe.  

But this isn’t a tech conversation - in this episode, Steve shares the key ingredients that help him make business decisions and how he attracts clients and deals with setbacks - including the mistake that almost cost him his business.

Key Takeaways

- Being a founder doesn't automatically equate to being an effective CEO, as the two roles require different mindsets and skill sets.

- Cybersecurity is more than just technology protection; it encompasses culture, leadership, governance, and policies that safeguard digital assets.

- How to become effective at sales. Even the most experienced individuals can struggle if they cannot communicate their ideas or services effectively.

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]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2023 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Steve Mason, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings) http://foundedandgrounded.com Discover the secret to business success straight from a former intelligence expert.

Meet Steve Mason, former Technical Director at GCHQ. Having defended the UK from cyber attacks, he now runs Nova Blue, helping businesses stay safe.  

But this isn’t a tech conversation - in this episode, Steve shares the key ingredients that help him make business decisions and how he attracts clients and deals with setbacks - including the mistake that almost cost him his business.

Key Takeaways

- Being a founder doesn't automatically equate to being an effective CEO, as the two roles require different mindsets and skill sets.

- Cybersecurity is more than just technology protection; it encompasses culture, leadership, governance, and policies that safeguard digital assets.

- How to become effective at sales. Even the most experienced individuals can struggle if they cannot communicate their ideas or services effectively.

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]]> Nova Blue: Decoding the secrets to startup success from former GCHQ Technical Director featuring Steve Mason, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings 01:03:57 Discover the secret to business success straight from a former intelligence expert.Meet Steve Mason, former Technical Director at GCHQ. Having defended the UK from cyber attacks, he now runs Nova Blue, helping businesses stay safe. But this isn’t a tech conversation - in this episode, Steve shares the key ingredients that help him make business decisions and how he attracts clients and deals with setbacks - including the mistake that almost cost him his business. Key Takeaways- Being a ... Discover the secret to business success straight from a former intelligence expert.Meet Steve Mason, former Technical Director at GCHQ. Having defended the UK from cyber attacks, he now runs Nova Blue, helping businesses stay safe. But this isn’t a tech conversation - in this episode, Steve shares the key ingredients that help him make business decisions and how he attracts clients and deals with setbacks - including the mistake that almost cost him his business. Key Takeaways- Being a ... entrepreneurship, enterprise, antivirus, cofounders, startup tips, digitalsecurity, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, network security, advice, founders, cloudcomputing, software, cybersecurity, trust, gchq, startup, threats, data, tech false full 7 4 Buzzsprout-11911213 Tally Workspace - From side hustle to seed funded Unlocking the future of work: How Tally Workspace is revolutionising the way we work.

Since Covid, hybrid working has become the norm and workplaces have evolved

Laura Beales and her co-founder Jules Robertson, saw the potential to create a platform that makes finding a workspace easy, wherever, whenever. 

Laura also delves into her biggest failures, lessons learned and the importance of a support network.

Key Takeaways

- Start with the problem you're solving. Tally Market was born out of a need for more flexible and varied workspace solutions for businesses and individuals seeking alternatives to traditional office leases and remote working from home.

- The importance of co-founder alignment. Laura and Jules, complement each other with their different skill sets and perspectives, which strengthens their business partnership and strategy development.

- How to test the simplest version of a product or service. This can be more beneficial than investing in a complex version, as it allows for quick iteration based on real user feedback and demand before significant resources are committed.

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]]> Mon, 9 Jan 2023 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Laura Rawlings: featuring Laura Beales, Ollie Collard) http://foundedandgrounded.com Unlocking the future of work: How Tally Workspace is revolutionising the way we work.

Since Covid, hybrid working has become the norm and workplaces have evolved

Laura Beales and her co-founder Jules Robertson, saw the potential to create a platform that makes finding a workspace easy, wherever, whenever. 

Laura also delves into her biggest failures, lessons learned and the importance of a support network.

Key Takeaways

- Start with the problem you're solving. Tally Market was born out of a need for more flexible and varied workspace solutions for businesses and individuals seeking alternatives to traditional office leases and remote working from home.

- The importance of co-founder alignment. Laura and Jules, complement each other with their different skill sets and perspectives, which strengthens their business partnership and strategy development.

- How to test the simplest version of a product or service. This can be more beneficial than investing in a complex version, as it allows for quick iteration based on real user feedback and demand before significant resources are committed.

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]]> Tally Workspace - From side hustle to seed funded Laura Rawlings: featuring Laura Beales, Ollie Collard 00:56:25 Unlocking the future of work: How Tally Workspace is revolutionising the way we work.Since Covid, hybrid working has become the norm and workplaces have evolvedLaura Beales and her co-founder Jules Robertson, saw the potential to create a platform that makes finding a workspace easy, wherever, whenever. Laura also delves into her biggest failures, lessons learned and the importance of a support network.Key Takeaways- Start with the problem you're solving. Tally Market was born out of a n... Unlocking the future of work: How Tally Workspace is revolutionising the way we work.Since Covid, hybrid working has become the norm and workplaces have evolvedLaura Beales and her co-founder Jules Robertson, saw the potential to create a platform that makes finding a workspace easy, wherever, whenever. Laura also delves into her biggest failures, lessons learned and the importance of a support network.Key Takeaways- Start with the problem you're solving. Tally Market was born out of a n... futureofwork, entrepreneurship, office, enterprise, workspaces, cofounders, startup tips, platform, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, meetingrooms, founders, coworking, startup, hybrid, ondemand false full 6 4 Buzzsprout-11759988 Belgrove - distilling startup success Rum entrepreneur Edmund Wood quit his job to pursue his dream of starting his own business. He didn’t have a clue what it would be, but he decided he had to ‘leap and look’ for an idea he was passionate about— rum. Belgrove was born. 

It’s a story about being bold, quick to adapt when plans go pear-shaped and learning you have to be kind to yourself. 

If you have ever dreamt of quitting your day-to-day and doing something else - this is a must-listen for you. 

 


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]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2022 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings: featuring Edmund Wood) http://foundedandgrounded.com Rum entrepreneur Edmund Wood quit his job to pursue his dream of starting his own business. He didn’t have a clue what it would be, but he decided he had to ‘leap and look’ for an idea he was passionate about— rum. Belgrove was born. 

It’s a story about being bold, quick to adapt when plans go pear-shaped and learning you have to be kind to yourself. 

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]]> Belgrove - distilling startup success Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings: featuring Edmund Wood 01:05:16 Rum entrepreneur Edmund Wood quit his job to pursue his dream of starting his own business. He didn’t have a clue what it would be, but he decided he had to ‘leap and look’ for an idea he was passionate about— rum. Belgrove was born. It’s a story about being bold, quick to adapt when plans go pear-shaped and learning you have to be kind to yourself. If you have ever dreamt of quitting your day-to-day and doing something else - this is a must-listen for you. Text us your f... Rum entrepreneur Edmund Wood quit his job to pursue his dream of starting his own business. He didn’t have a clue what it would be, but he decided he had to ‘leap and look’ for an idea he was passionate about— rum. Belgrove was born. It’s a story about being bold, quick to adapt when plans go pear-shaped and learning you have to be kind to yourself. If you have ever dreamt of quitting your day-to-day and doing something else - this is a must-listen for you. Text us your f... drinks, entrepreneurship, enterprise, alcohol, cofounders, rum, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, ontrade, offtrade, licence, startup, spirits false full 5 4 Buzzsprout-11721427 Entreprenora: Your biggest, boldest self - from CIA to CEO Rupal Patel, former agent, now serial entrepreneur, shares her honest and personal journey of the challenges she faced and how she kept going in high stakes, high-pressurised environments in the field and in the boardroom. 

Rupal reveals how the CIA mindset teaches you to be resilient and persistent to achieve your goals. She also shares some great advice on ‘tactical ignorance’ and how it can help deal with imposter syndrome and the inner critic.

Her book ‘From CIA to CEO: Unconventional Life Lessons for Thinking Bigger, Leading Better, and Being Bolder’ is out now.

Go to www.rupalypatel.com to find out more about Rupal. 



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]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2022 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Rupal Patel, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings) http://foundedandgrounded.com Rupal Patel, former agent, now serial entrepreneur, shares her honest and personal journey of the challenges she faced and how she kept going in high stakes, high-pressurised environments in the field and in the boardroom. 

Rupal reveals how the CIA mindset teaches you to be resilient and persistent to achieve your goals. She also shares some great advice on ‘tactical ignorance’ and how it can help deal with imposter syndrome and the inner critic.

Her book ‘From CIA to CEO: Unconventional Life Lessons for Thinking Bigger, Leading Better, and Being Bolder’ is out now.

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]]> Entreprenora: Your biggest, boldest self - from CIA to CEO featuring Rupal Patel, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings 01:04:46 Rupal Patel, former agent, now serial entrepreneur, shares her honest and personal journey of the challenges she faced and how she kept going in high stakes, high-pressurised environments in the field and in the boardroom. Rupal reveals how the CIA mindset teaches you to be resilient and persistent to achieve your goals. She also shares some great advice on ‘tactical ignorance’ and how it can help deal with imposter syndrome and the inner critic.Her book ‘From CIA to CEO: Unconventional ... Rupal Patel, former agent, now serial entrepreneur, shares her honest and personal journey of the challenges she faced and how she kept going in high stakes, high-pressurised environments in the field and in the boardroom. Rupal reveals how the CIA mindset teaches you to be resilient and persistent to achieve your goals. She also shares some great advice on ‘tactical ignorance’ and how it can help deal with imposter syndrome and the inner critic.Her book ‘From CIA to CEO: Unconventional ... entrepreneurship, coaching, tacticalignorance, enterprise, leadership, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, powerwoman, startup advice, sme, starting a business, cia, advice, thinkbetter, founders, bebolder, startup, leadbetter, ceo false full 4 4 Buzzsprout-11607363 Simpleweb - If you fail, make it quick Hear from Mark Panay - Co-founder and MD of one of Bristol’s most prolific software agencies , Simpleweb.

Learn Mark's highs and lows of running a business, and how his natural curiosity and fascination for learning has shaped his career.  Discover what Mark thinks makes a good start-up investment, and what he sees as the biggest challenges of being the boss.

Presented by Laura Rawlings, with analysis from Ollie Collard.


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]]> Mon, 7 Nov 2022 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (featuring Mark Panay, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings) http://foundedandgrounded.com Hear from Mark Panay - Co-founder and MD of one of Bristol’s most prolific software agencies , Simpleweb.

Learn Mark's highs and lows of running a business, and how his natural curiosity and fascination for learning has shaped his career.  Discover what Mark thinks makes a good start-up investment, and what he sees as the biggest challenges of being the boss.

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]]> Simpleweb - If you fail, make it quick featuring Mark Panay, Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings 00:57:08 Hear from Mark Panay - Co-founder and MD of one of Bristol’s most prolific software agencies , Simpleweb.Learn Mark's highs and lows of running a business, and how his natural curiosity and fascination for learning has shaped his career. Discover what Mark thinks makes a good start-up investment, and what he sees as the biggest challenges of being the boss.Presented by Laura Rawlings, with analysis from Ollie Collard.Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly s... Hear from Mark Panay - Co-founder and MD of one of Bristol’s most prolific software agencies , Simpleweb.Learn Mark's highs and lows of running a business, and how his natural curiosity and fascination for learning has shaped his career. Discover what Mark thinks makes a good start-up investment, and what he sees as the biggest challenges of being the boss.Presented by Laura Rawlings, with analysis from Ollie Collard.Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly s... businessforgood, venturetech, entrepreneurship, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, software, startup, angel, saas, apps, investor, tech false full 3 4 Buzzsprout-11530340 The Purposeful Project: Teaching startups for free Meet Simon Squibb, serial entrepreneur, investor and founder of The Purposeful Project. 

Simon’s mission is to help and inspire 10,000,000 people to startup and scale a business for free. He believes there should be a Start Up Centre to replace the Job Centre - and as an angel investor and entrepreneur, Simon’s got the credentials to make this a reality.

In this insightful conversation with Founded and Grounded, Simon reveals how being homeless at 15 made him realise he had what it takes to be an entrepreneur. He shares his journey, failures and lessons learnt, including how to increase your luck and why being clear about your purpose is key to business success.

Thanks to our sponsors Nova Blue and Tally Market.

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]]> Mon, 24 Oct 2022 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings featuring Simon Squibb) http://foundedandgrounded.com Meet Simon Squibb, serial entrepreneur, investor and founder of The Purposeful Project. 

Simon’s mission is to help and inspire 10,000,000 people to startup and scale a business for free. He believes there should be a Start Up Centre to replace the Job Centre - and as an angel investor and entrepreneur, Simon’s got the credentials to make this a reality.

In this insightful conversation with Founded and Grounded, Simon reveals how being homeless at 15 made him realise he had what it takes to be an entrepreneur. He shares his journey, failures and lessons learnt, including how to increase your luck and why being clear about your purpose is key to business success.

Thanks to our sponsors Nova Blue and Tally Market.

Presented by Laura Rawlings, with analysis from Ollie Collard.


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]]> The Purposeful Project: Teaching startups for free Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings featuring Simon Squibb 00:58:05 Meet Simon Squibb, serial entrepreneur, investor and founder of The Purposeful Project. Simon’s mission is to help and inspire 10,000,000 people to startup and scale a business for free. He believes there should be a Start Up Centre to replace the Job Centre - and as an angel investor and entrepreneur, Simon’s got the credentials to make this a reality.In this insightful conversation with Founded and Grounded, Simon reveals how being homeless at 15 made him realise he had what it takes t... Meet Simon Squibb, serial entrepreneur, investor and founder of The Purposeful Project. Simon’s mission is to help and inspire 10,000,000 people to startup and scale a business for free. He believes there should be a Start Up Centre to replace the Job Centre - and as an angel investor and entrepreneur, Simon’s got the credentials to make this a reality.In this insightful conversation with Founded and Grounded, Simon reveals how being homeless at 15 made him realise he had what it takes t... simon squibb, entrepreneurship, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, startup centre, free business advice, startup, angel, serial entrepreneur, investor false full 2 4 Buzzsprout-11470709 xigxag: Spotting a gap and going for it Meet Kelli Fairbrother, co-founder and CEO of xigxag.

She has the vision to make audiobooks more engaging. xigxgag has taken on a big global player and forged ahead developing a listen-and-read book, called the x-book.

Kelli started in the US army, a place she credits with teaching her the grit and determination required to be an entrepreneur and where she first realised she could be a leader. She then spent 20 years in consumer tech before having the confidence to set up her own business. xigxag is her first venture.

Kelli joins Founded & Grounded to discuss how you know when you’ve got a great idea, the value of having an experienced advisor when it comes to making your pitch and signing deals, and the difference it makes both financially and mentally having a network.

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]]> Mon, 10 Oct 2022 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings featuring Kelli Fairbrother) http://foundedandgrounded.com Meet Kelli Fairbrother, co-founder and CEO of xigxag.

She has the vision to make audiobooks more engaging. xigxgag has taken on a big global player and forged ahead developing a listen-and-read book, called the x-book.

Kelli started in the US army, a place she credits with teaching her the grit and determination required to be an entrepreneur and where she first realised she could be a leader. She then spent 20 years in consumer tech before having the confidence to set up her own business. xigxag is her first venture.

Kelli joins Founded & Grounded to discuss how you know when you’ve got a great idea, the value of having an experienced advisor when it comes to making your pitch and signing deals, and the difference it makes both financially and mentally having a network.

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]]> xigxag: Spotting a gap and going for it Ollie Collard & Laura Rawlings featuring Kelli Fairbrother 00:41:55 Meet Kelli Fairbrother, co-founder and CEO of xigxag.She has the vision to make audiobooks more engaging. xigxgag has taken on a big global player and forged ahead developing a listen-and-read book, called the x-book.Kelli started in the US army, a place she credits with teaching her the grit and determination required to be an entrepreneur and where she first realised she could be a leader. She then spent 20 years in consumer tech before having the confidence to set up her own business. xigx... Meet Kelli Fairbrother, co-founder and CEO of xigxag.She has the vision to make audiobooks more engaging. xigxgag has taken on a big global player and forged ahead developing a listen-and-read book, called the x-book.Kelli started in the US army, a place she credits with teaching her the grit and determination required to be an entrepreneur and where she first realised she could be a leader. She then spent 20 years in consumer tech before having the confidence to set up her own business. xigx... amazon, entrepreneurship, audio, enterprise, audiobooks, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, audible, kelli fairbrother, xigxag, startup, xbook false full 1 4 Buzzsprout-10704465 Forth: A business fit for the future In an age where we have a constant stream of personal data on our wrists, and home testing has become second nature, one UK company is nicely poised to ride the crest of a wellbeing wave.

Forth is a digital health business pioneering personalised biomarker profiling. Its founder and CEO, Sarah Bolt, caught up with Founded & Grounded to talk about how Forth are on a mission to improve health and wellbeing and, in particular, close the gender health gap.

But it's a conversation as much about the less-than-straightforward path to success as Sarah reflects on the challenge of convincing investors outside Forth's target demographic, the success rates of sole founders versus partnerships, and how running a business can sometimes feel like coming at the expense of those closest to you. 

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]]> Mon, 30 May 2022 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Sarah Bolt, Ollie Collard) http://foundedandgrounded.com In an age where we have a constant stream of personal data on our wrists, and home testing has become second nature, one UK company is nicely poised to ride the crest of a wellbeing wave.

Forth is a digital health business pioneering personalised biomarker profiling. Its founder and CEO, Sarah Bolt, caught up with Founded & Grounded to talk about how Forth are on a mission to improve health and wellbeing and, in particular, close the gender health gap.

But it's a conversation as much about the less-than-straightforward path to success as Sarah reflects on the challenge of convincing investors outside Forth's target demographic, the success rates of sole founders versus partnerships, and how running a business can sometimes feel like coming at the expense of those closest to you. 

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]]> Forth: A business fit for the future Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Sarah Bolt, Ollie Collard 00:35:56 In an age where we have a constant stream of personal data on our wrists, and home testing has become second nature, one UK company is nicely poised to ride the crest of a wellbeing wave.Forth is a digital health business pioneering personalised biomarker profiling. Its founder and CEO, Sarah Bolt, caught up with Founded & Grounded to talk about how Forth are on a mission to improve health and wellbeing and, in particular, close the gender health gap.But it's a conversation as much about ... In an age where we have a constant stream of personal data on our wrists, and home testing has become second nature, one UK company is nicely poised to ride the crest of a wellbeing wave.Forth is a digital health business pioneering personalised biomarker profiling. Its founder and CEO, Sarah Bolt, caught up with Founded & Grounded to talk about how Forth are on a mission to improve health and wellbeing and, in particular, close the gender health gap.But it's a conversation as much about ... wellbeing, entrepreneurship, forth, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, biomarkers, advice, founders, healthcare, prevention, startup, healthtech, health false full 17 3 Buzzsprout-10612363 CloudFM: The Power of Vulnerability “If you do what you don't love, that's stress. If you do what you love, that's passion.”

Author, Podcaster, Motivational Speaker...and for good reason.

Jeff Dewing has a story to tell.

He's seen it all in the world of Facilities Management - good and bad. Restless, and far from content with maintaining the status quo, Jeff founded Cloudfm to disrupt the industry for the better. 

Over 10 years later, he's CEO of an award-winning company that's blazing a trail for the next decade. But, as with all entrepreneurial journeys, there have been a few twists and turns along the way.

In conversation with Founded & Grounded, Jeff talks about finding fulfilment in life, and why the impact of Covid on Cloudfm was transformative for his leadership style - and how showing 'vulnerability' enabled his people to be the best versions of themselves. 

Overall, there's powerful advice here for life and business in general - including the importance of simply asking yourself the question 'Why?'   

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]]> Mon, 16 May 2022 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Samantha Miles featuring Jeff Dewing, Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com “If you do what you don't love, that's stress. If you do what you love, that's passion.”

Author, Podcaster, Motivational Speaker...and for good reason.

Jeff Dewing has a story to tell.

He's seen it all in the world of Facilities Management - good and bad. Restless, and far from content with maintaining the status quo, Jeff founded Cloudfm to disrupt the industry for the better. 

Over 10 years later, he's CEO of an award-winning company that's blazing a trail for the next decade. But, as with all entrepreneurial journeys, there have been a few twists and turns along the way.

In conversation with Founded & Grounded, Jeff talks about finding fulfilment in life, and why the impact of Covid on Cloudfm was transformative for his leadership style - and how showing 'vulnerability' enabled his people to be the best versions of themselves. 

Overall, there's powerful advice here for life and business in general - including the importance of simply asking yourself the question 'Why?'   

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]]> CloudFM: The Power of Vulnerability Ollie Collard, Samantha Miles featuring Jeff Dewing, Andrew Parsonage 00:49:04 “If you do what you don't love, that's stress. If you do what you love, that's passion.”Author, Podcaster, Motivational Speaker...and for good reason. Jeff Dewing has a story to tell. He's seen it all in the world of Facilities Management - good and bad. Restless, and far from content with maintaining the status quo, Jeff founded Cloudfm to disrupt the industry for the better. Over 10 years later, he's CEO of an award-winning company that's blazing a trail for the next decade. But, as wi... “If you do what you don't love, that's stress. If you do what you love, that's passion.”Author, Podcaster, Motivational Speaker...and for good reason. Jeff Dewing has a story to tell. He's seen it all in the world of Facilities Management - good and bad. Restless, and far from content with maintaining the status quo, Jeff founded Cloudfm to disrupt the industry for the better. Over 10 years later, he's CEO of an award-winning company that's blazing a trail for the next decade. But, as wi... doingtheopposite, entrepreneurship, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, outsourcing, startup, facilitiesmanagement, fm false full 16 3 Buzzsprout-10527107 S'wheat: Drink to the Planet They started out in 2018 with no business qualifications, marketing experience, or entrepreneurial background - simply a shared passion and a big idea. 4 years on, they're the pioneering start-up taking drinks bottles to a new and truly sustainable level.

Through their company S'wheat, Jake Elliott-Hook and Amee Ritchie have created the world's first reusable bottle made from plant-based materials. Now courted by environmentally-conscious consumers and tech giants alike, S'wheat's growth is built on foundations as organic as their products. And in an era of corporate 'greenwashing', they're backing the talk with action, redefining the relationship between business and nature.

Speaking with Founded & Grounded, the couple talk about going viral for the first time, the brushes with disaster, and being wary of sharing their business idea with those closest to them. It's an inspiring story - and a reminder that anyone with the right energy and attitude can be a successful entrepreneur.

Presented by Andrew Parsonage, with analysis from business start-up specialist Ollie Collard, and Founded & Grounded Community Lead, Samantha Miles. 

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]]> Sun, 1 May 2022 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Andrew Parsonage, Ollie Collard, Samantha Miles featuring Jake Elliott-Hook and Amee Ritchie) http://foundedandgrounded.com They started out in 2018 with no business qualifications, marketing experience, or entrepreneurial background - simply a shared passion and a big idea. 4 years on, they're the pioneering start-up taking drinks bottles to a new and truly sustainable level.

Through their company S'wheat, Jake Elliott-Hook and Amee Ritchie have created the world's first reusable bottle made from plant-based materials. Now courted by environmentally-conscious consumers and tech giants alike, S'wheat's growth is built on foundations as organic as their products. And in an era of corporate 'greenwashing', they're backing the talk with action, redefining the relationship between business and nature.

Speaking with Founded & Grounded, the couple talk about going viral for the first time, the brushes with disaster, and being wary of sharing their business idea with those closest to them. It's an inspiring story - and a reminder that anyone with the right energy and attitude can be a successful entrepreneur.

Presented by Andrew Parsonage, with analysis from business start-up specialist Ollie Collard, and Founded & Grounded Community Lead, Samantha Miles. 

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]]> S'wheat: Drink to the Planet Andrew Parsonage, Ollie Collard, Samantha Miles featuring Jake Elliott-Hook and Amee Ritchie 00:45:58 They started out in 2018 with no business qualifications, marketing experience, or entrepreneurial background - simply a shared passion and a big idea. 4 years on, they're the pioneering start-up taking drinks bottles to a new and truly sustainable level.Through their company S'wheat, Jake Elliott-Hook and Amee Ritchie have created the world's first reusable bottle made from plant-based materials. Now courted by environmentally-conscious consumers and tech giants alike, S'wheat's growth is bu... They started out in 2018 with no business qualifications, marketing experience, or entrepreneurial background - simply a shared passion and a big idea. 4 years on, they're the pioneering start-up taking drinks bottles to a new and truly sustainable level.Through their company S'wheat, Jake Elliott-Hook and Amee Ritchie have created the world's first reusable bottle made from plant-based materials. Now courted by environmentally-conscious consumers and tech giants alike, S'wheat's growth is bu... businessforgood, entrepreneurship, enterprise, waterbottle, cofounders, startup tips, wheat, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, oceancleanup, founders, sustainable, startup, treeplanting, plantbased, water, planet, crowdfunding false full 15 3 Buzzsprout-10457834 Balderton Capital: In search of the "Unusually Driven" What are Venture Capitalists? How do they operate? And what can founders learn from them in the pursuit of backing for their big idea?

In this episode, we enter the real dragons' den and put a human face to this influential but little-understood world - in this case, Rob Moffat from Balderton.

In a revealing conversation with Ollie, Rob gives us the perspective from the other side of the desk, what founders should be considering when they approach VCs, and the attributes that he and his colleagues look for when deciding who and what to invest in. Rob also gives us his insight on the areas where he anticipates future growth, and has an assuring piece of wisdom for founders wherever they are on their business journey.

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]]> Mon, 18 Apr 2022 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Andrew Parsonage, Ollie Collard, Samantha Miles featuring Rob Moffatt) http://foundedandgrounded.com What are Venture Capitalists? How do they operate? And what can founders learn from them in the pursuit of backing for their big idea?

In this episode, we enter the real dragons' den and put a human face to this influential but little-understood world - in this case, Rob Moffat from Balderton.

In a revealing conversation with Ollie, Rob gives us the perspective from the other side of the desk, what founders should be considering when they approach VCs, and the attributes that he and his colleagues look for when deciding who and what to invest in. Rob also gives us his insight on the areas where he anticipates future growth, and has an assuring piece of wisdom for founders wherever they are on their business journey.

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]]> Balderton Capital: In search of the "Unusually Driven" Andrew Parsonage, Ollie Collard, Samantha Miles featuring Rob Moffatt 00:40:11 What are Venture Capitalists? How do they operate? And what can founders learn from them in the pursuit of backing for their big idea?In this episode, we enter the real dragons' den and put a human face to this influential but little-understood world - in this case, Rob Moffat from Balderton.In a revealing conversation with Ollie, Rob gives us the perspective from the other side of the desk, what founders should be considering when they approach VCs, and the attributes that he and his colleag... What are Venture Capitalists? How do they operate? And what can founders learn from them in the pursuit of backing for their big idea?In this episode, we enter the real dragons' den and put a human face to this influential but little-understood world - in this case, Rob Moffat from Balderton.In a revealing conversation with Ollie, Rob gives us the perspective from the other side of the desk, what founders should be considering when they approach VCs, and the attributes that he and his colleag... fundraising, entrepreneurship, investment, podcasting, enterprise, venturecapital, founder, vc, cofounders, captable, exit, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, pre seed, advice, founders, social audio, startup, series a, seed false full 14 3 Buzzsprout-10359337 Lost & Grounded: Culture in a Can "You can't buy culture".

In this episode, Founded & Grounded visit the Lost & Grounded brewery and their co-founder Alex Troncoso, as we return to the world of craft beer.

With new breweries and their tap rooms popping up on virtually every street corner, it's impossible to ignore the rise in popularity of craft beer.  Equally apparent has been the hit taken by the hospitality industry during the Covid pandemic. So how to position yourself in a crowded market - and futureproof the company also?

Alex takes a holistic view, and how having 4 simple values intrinsic to every aspect of the operation, being among a minority of UK brewers to pay the living wage, and sticking to their principles, has helped Lost & Grounded successfully navigate its first 6 years.

He also raises two fundamental questions for all businesses and their founders; why should you exist in a crowded market, and how big do you want to be?

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]]> Mon, 4 Apr 2022 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Alex Troncoso) http://foundedandgrounded.com "You can't buy culture".

In this episode, Founded & Grounded visit the Lost & Grounded brewery and their co-founder Alex Troncoso, as we return to the world of craft beer.

With new breweries and their tap rooms popping up on virtually every street corner, it's impossible to ignore the rise in popularity of craft beer.  Equally apparent has been the hit taken by the hospitality industry during the Covid pandemic. So how to position yourself in a crowded market - and futureproof the company also?

Alex takes a holistic view, and how having 4 simple values intrinsic to every aspect of the operation, being among a minority of UK brewers to pay the living wage, and sticking to their principles, has helped Lost & Grounded successfully navigate its first 6 years.

He also raises two fundamental questions for all businesses and their founders; why should you exist in a crowded market, and how big do you want to be?

Presented by Andrew Parsonage, with analysis from Ollie Collard and listener feedback courtesy of Samantha Miles.

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]]> Lost & Grounded: Culture in a Can Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Alex Troncoso 00:43:37 "You can't buy culture".In this episode, Founded & Grounded visit the Lost & Grounded brewery and their co-founder Alex Troncoso, as we return to the world of craft beer. With new breweries and their tap rooms popping up on virtually every street corner, it's impossible to ignore the rise in popularity of craft beer. Equally apparent has been the hit taken by the hospitality industry during the Covid pandemic. So how to position yourself in a crowded market - and futureproof the... "You can't buy culture".In this episode, Founded & Grounded visit the Lost & Grounded brewery and their co-founder Alex Troncoso, as we return to the world of craft beer. With new breweries and their tap rooms popping up on virtually every street corner, it's impossible to ignore the rise in popularity of craft beer. Equally apparent has been the hit taken by the hospitality industry during the Covid pandemic. So how to position yourself in a crowded market - and futureproof the... brewing, fundraising, entrepreneurship, brewery, bristol, podcasting, enterprise, taproom, venturecapital, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, craftbeer, social audio, startup, beer, lostandgrounded false full 13 3 Buzzsprout-10273041 Freedom Services: A Valid Claim to Disrupt Insurance The world of insurance is a grey area for many people in more ways than one, so allow Sam White to inject some colour to the proceedings...

Setting up in business following a chain of life-changing events, Sam now presides over two successful insurance companies in the UK and Australia who are explicitly putting the consumer at the heart of their proposition.

But, as is so often the case, the entrepreneurial journey has been far from straightforward.

In a thought-provoking and inspirational episode, Sam discusses why she 'fired' herself as CEO of Freedom Services, the dilemma of protecting people versus saving the business, and the chronic lack of investment in female founders despite being a safer financial bet. And she has some powerful views on the future of the insurance industry, and how businesses need to return to being run by people - for people.

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]]> Mon, 21 Mar 2022 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Sam White, Ollie Collard) http://foundedandgrounded.com The world of insurance is a grey area for many people in more ways than one, so allow Sam White to inject some colour to the proceedings...

Setting up in business following a chain of life-changing events, Sam now presides over two successful insurance companies in the UK and Australia who are explicitly putting the consumer at the heart of their proposition.

But, as is so often the case, the entrepreneurial journey has been far from straightforward.

In a thought-provoking and inspirational episode, Sam discusses why she 'fired' herself as CEO of Freedom Services, the dilemma of protecting people versus saving the business, and the chronic lack of investment in female founders despite being a safer financial bet. And she has some powerful views on the future of the insurance industry, and how businesses need to return to being run by people - for people.

Presented by Andrew Parsonage, with expert analysis and input from Ollie Collard and Samantha Miles. 

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]]> Freedom Services: A Valid Claim to Disrupt Insurance Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Sam White, Ollie Collard 00:48:54 The world of insurance is a grey area for many people in more ways than one, so allow Sam White to inject some colour to the proceedings...Setting up in business following a chain of life-changing events, Sam now presides over two successful insurance companies in the UK and Australia who are explicitly putting the consumer at the heart of their proposition.But, as is so often the case, the entrepreneurial journey has been far from straightforward.In a thought-provoking and inspirational epis... The world of insurance is a grey area for many people in more ways than one, so allow Sam White to inject some colour to the proceedings...Setting up in business following a chain of life-changing events, Sam now presides over two successful insurance companies in the UK and Australia who are explicitly putting the consumer at the heart of their proposition.But, as is so often the case, the entrepreneurial journey has been far from straightforward.In a thought-provoking and inspirational epis... fundraising, entrepreneurship, podcasting, femalefounder, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, insurance, starting a business, advice, founders, social audio, insurtech, startup, women, innovation false full 12 3 Buzzsprout-10188698 Matter: Microplastics - Macro Visions Besides climate change, the issue of microplastics is one of the biggest environmental challenges facing society.

Passionate to put his engineering talent to use, but unable to find a business that matched the scale of his ambitions, Adam Root founded Matter - a company built on the principle of capturing, harvesting and recycling microplastics.

In conversation with Founded & Grounded, Adam talks passionately about the origins of Matter, and also how he didn't seek to be an entrepreneur - but how entrepreneurship found him. He also discusses how developing and nurturing employees can be a golden opportunity rather than a headache, and ultimately why founders need to "back themselves".

Presented by Andrew Parsonage, with analysis from start-up advisor Ollie Collard and feedback from our Founded & Grounded community courtesy of Samantha Miles.      

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]]> Mon, 7 Mar 2022 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Adam Root, Ollie Collard) http://foundedandgrounded.com Besides climate change, the issue of microplastics is one of the biggest environmental challenges facing society.

Passionate to put his engineering talent to use, but unable to find a business that matched the scale of his ambitions, Adam Root founded Matter - a company built on the principle of capturing, harvesting and recycling microplastics.

In conversation with Founded & Grounded, Adam talks passionately about the origins of Matter, and also how he didn't seek to be an entrepreneur - but how entrepreneurship found him. He also discusses how developing and nurturing employees can be a golden opportunity rather than a headache, and ultimately why founders need to "back themselves".

Presented by Andrew Parsonage, with analysis from start-up advisor Ollie Collard and feedback from our Founded & Grounded community courtesy of Samantha Miles.      

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]]> Matter: Microplastics - Macro Visions Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Adam Root, Ollie Collard 00:37:37 Besides climate change, the issue of microplastics is one of the biggest environmental challenges facing society.Passionate to put his engineering talent to use, but unable to find a business that matched the scale of his ambitions, Adam Root founded Matter - a company built on the principle of capturing, harvesting and recycling microplastics.In conversation with Founded & Grounded, Adam talks passionately about the origins of Matter, and also how he didn't seek to be an entrepreneur - b... Besides climate change, the issue of microplastics is one of the biggest environmental challenges facing society.Passionate to put his engineering talent to use, but unable to find a business that matched the scale of his ambitions, Adam Root founded Matter - a company built on the principle of capturing, harvesting and recycling microplastics.In conversation with Founded & Grounded, Adam talks passionately about the origins of Matter, and also how he didn't seek to be an entrepreneur - b... fundraising, sustainability, entrepreneurship, pollution, podcasting, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, microplastics, founders, innnovation, social audio, startup false full 11 3 Buzzsprout-10113810 Wisdom - Riding the Social Audio Revolution "Information is abundant... wisdom less so."

It's no secret that access to knowledge and mentorship is fundamental to success in many aspects of life, not least business. But, on a Diverse Founders Programme, it became apparent to Dayo Akinrinade that these all-important connections were held within privileged circles - so she decided to set up Wisdom.

Wisdom has harnessed the social audio phenomenon to connect knowledge seekers to mentors, for the benefit of people from all backgrounds. For this latest episode of Founded & Grounded, Dayo talks about tackling institutionalised prejudice, the challenge of ensuring trust and safety on a still-evolving social platform, and her vision of Wisdom one day rivalling Google as the go-to place for knowledge.

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]]> Mon, 21 Feb 2022 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Dayo Akinrinade) http://foundedandgrounded.com "Information is abundant... wisdom less so."

It's no secret that access to knowledge and mentorship is fundamental to success in many aspects of life, not least business. But, on a Diverse Founders Programme, it became apparent to Dayo Akinrinade that these all-important connections were held within privileged circles - so she decided to set up Wisdom.

Wisdom has harnessed the social audio phenomenon to connect knowledge seekers to mentors, for the benefit of people from all backgrounds. For this latest episode of Founded & Grounded, Dayo talks about tackling institutionalised prejudice, the challenge of ensuring trust and safety on a still-evolving social platform, and her vision of Wisdom one day rivalling Google as the go-to place for knowledge.

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]]> Wisdom - Riding the Social Audio Revolution Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Dayo Akinrinade 00:40:35 "Information is abundant... wisdom less so."It's no secret that access to knowledge and mentorship is fundamental to success in many aspects of life, not least business. But, on a Diverse Founders Programme, it became apparent to Dayo Akinrinade that these all-important connections were held within privileged circles - so she decided to set up Wisdom.Wisdom has harnessed the social audio phenomenon to connect knowledge seekers to mentors, for the benefit of people from all backgrounds. For th... "Information is abundant... wisdom less so."It's no secret that access to knowledge and mentorship is fundamental to success in many aspects of life, not least business. But, on a Diverse Founders Programme, it became apparent to Dayo Akinrinade that these all-important connections were held within privileged circles - so she decided to set up Wisdom.Wisdom has harnessed the social audio phenomenon to connect knowledge seekers to mentors, for the benefit of people from all backgrounds. For th... fundraising, mentoring, entrepreneurship, learning, podcasting, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, growth, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, knowledge, social audio, startup false full 10 3 Buzzsprout-10010906 The Trademark Helpline: Brands in safe hands Meet Steve Neil... 'Brand Protector' and director of The Trademark Helpline.

Steve's mission is to ensure that business owners look after their intellectual property and the brands they've started from scratch. But he had to balance that with the challenges of becoming a business owner himself - a tale worthy of a reality TV series.

It's '2-for-1' in this latest edition as Steve not only shares his expertise and wisdom in the sometimes overlooked area of trademark/brand protection - including the mistakes most commonly made by businesses - but also describes taking on a going concern and the changes required when he realised that the buck stopped with him.

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]]> Mon, 7 Feb 2022 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Steve Neil) http://foundedandgrounded.com Meet Steve Neil... 'Brand Protector' and director of The Trademark Helpline.

Steve's mission is to ensure that business owners look after their intellectual property and the brands they've started from scratch. But he had to balance that with the challenges of becoming a business owner himself - a tale worthy of a reality TV series.

It's '2-for-1' in this latest edition as Steve not only shares his expertise and wisdom in the sometimes overlooked area of trademark/brand protection - including the mistakes most commonly made by businesses - but also describes taking on a going concern and the changes required when he realised that the buck stopped with him.

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]]> The Trademark Helpline: Brands in safe hands Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Steve Neil 00:36:49 Meet Steve Neil... 'Brand Protector' and director of The Trademark Helpline.Steve's mission is to ensure that business owners look after their intellectual property and the brands they've started from scratch. But he had to balance that with the challenges of becoming a business owner himself - a tale worthy of a reality TV series.It's '2-for-1' in this latest edition as Steve not only shares his expertise and wisdom in the sometimes overlooked area of trademark/brand protection - including t... Meet Steve Neil... 'Brand Protector' and director of The Trademark Helpline.Steve's mission is to ensure that business owners look after their intellectual property and the brands they've started from scratch. But he had to balance that with the challenges of becoming a business owner himself - a tale worthy of a reality TV series.It's '2-for-1' in this latest edition as Steve not only shares his expertise and wisdom in the sometimes overlooked area of trademark/brand protection - including t... ip, entrepreneurship, enterprise, cofounders, brand protection, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, trademark, intellectual property, startup false full 9 3 Buzzsprout-9925988 The Washing Machine Project: Empowering Entrepreneurship There are lots of reasons why people become entrepreneurs. Nav Sawhney had three, instilled within him from a young age, and these inspired him to develop a product that would enhance everyday life for the consumers of tomorrow.

As our latest guest entrepreneur, Nav explains to Founded & Grounded how the plight of refugees, the central role of women in life, and the intrigue of engineering were the genesis of The Washing Machine Project: producing an off-grid manual washing machine that would alleviate hand-washing. In a unique and inspiring tale of entrepreneurship, there are learnings for all founders as Nav talks through the challenge of resilience, the sacrifices made by families and partners, and to not fear failure,  but instead treat it as a learning.

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]]> Mon, 24 Jan 2022 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Nav Sawhney, Ollie Collard) http://foundedandgrounded.com There are lots of reasons why people become entrepreneurs. Nav Sawhney had three, instilled within him from a young age, and these inspired him to develop a product that would enhance everyday life for the consumers of tomorrow.

As our latest guest entrepreneur, Nav explains to Founded & Grounded how the plight of refugees, the central role of women in life, and the intrigue of engineering were the genesis of The Washing Machine Project: producing an off-grid manual washing machine that would alleviate hand-washing. In a unique and inspiring tale of entrepreneurship, there are learnings for all founders as Nav talks through the challenge of resilience, the sacrifices made by families and partners, and to not fear failure,  but instead treat it as a learning.

Presented by Andrew Parsonage, with expert analysis from Ollie Collard and feedback from our Founded & Grounded community courtesy of Samantha Miles.    

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]]> The Washing Machine Project: Empowering Entrepreneurship Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Nav Sawhney, Ollie Collard 00:40:34 There are lots of reasons why people become entrepreneurs. Nav Sawhney had three, instilled within him from a young age, and these inspired him to develop a product that would enhance everyday life for the consumers of tomorrow. As our latest guest entrepreneur, Nav explains to Founded & Grounded how the plight of refugees, the central role of women in life, and the intrigue of engineering were the genesis of The Washing Machine Project: producing an off-grid manual washing machine that w... There are lots of reasons why people become entrepreneurs. Nav Sawhney had three, instilled within him from a young age, and these inspired him to develop a product that would enhance everyday life for the consumers of tomorrow. As our latest guest entrepreneur, Nav explains to Founded & Grounded how the plight of refugees, the central role of women in life, and the intrigue of engineering were the genesis of The Washing Machine Project: producing an off-grid manual washing machine that w... washing machines, entrepreneurship, world development, enterprise, cic, engineering, cofounders, startup tips, developing countries, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, charity, advice, empowerment, founders, startup, women false full 8 3 Buzzsprout-9847367 The Woolf's Kitchen: Spice up your (Business) Life After becoming a Mum, Dominique Woolf wanted to take life in a whole new direction and literally bring some spice to the proceedings. So, using her sales background and Thai heritage, and winning over the local farmers' market in North London, The Woolf's Kitchen got cooking.

In our first episode of 2022, Dominique talks through the reality of running a business and being a parent (spoiler alert: there are no easy answers), how Covid provided an unexpected opportunity to improve her product branding, and why networking for solo 'foodpreneurs' generated emotional wellbeing as much as business connections. Ultimately, it's a story about entrepreneurship as a personal statement besides bringing the world a little culinary joy.

Plus... what did our listeners say when it came to their meat vs vegan preferences (all stimulated by a question from our previous episode's featured business, Oowee Burger)?

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]]> Mon, 10 Jan 2022 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Dominique Woolf) http://foundedandgrounded.com After becoming a Mum, Dominique Woolf wanted to take life in a whole new direction and literally bring some spice to the proceedings. So, using her sales background and Thai heritage, and winning over the local farmers' market in North London, The Woolf's Kitchen got cooking.

In our first episode of 2022, Dominique talks through the reality of running a business and being a parent (spoiler alert: there are no easy answers), how Covid provided an unexpected opportunity to improve her product branding, and why networking for solo 'foodpreneurs' generated emotional wellbeing as much as business connections. Ultimately, it's a story about entrepreneurship as a personal statement besides bringing the world a little culinary joy.

Plus... what did our listeners say when it came to their meat vs vegan preferences (all stimulated by a question from our previous episode's featured business, Oowee Burger)?

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]]> The Woolf's Kitchen: Spice up your (Business) Life Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Dominique Woolf 00:41:13 After becoming a Mum, Dominique Woolf wanted to take life in a whole new direction and literally bring some spice to the proceedings. So, using her sales background and Thai heritage, and winning over the local farmers' market in North London, The Woolf's Kitchen got cooking.In our first episode of 2022, Dominique talks through the reality of running a business and being a parent (spoiler alert: there are no easy answers), how Covid provided an unexpected opportunity to improve her product br... After becoming a Mum, Dominique Woolf wanted to take life in a whole new direction and literally bring some spice to the proceedings. So, using her sales background and Thai heritage, and winning over the local farmers' market in North London, The Woolf's Kitchen got cooking.In our first episode of 2022, Dominique talks through the reality of running a business and being a parent (spoiler alert: there are no easy answers), how Covid provided an unexpected opportunity to improve her product br... thai, entrepreneurship, vegan, enterprise, food, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, sauces, startup, spicy, foodpreneur false full 7 3 Buzzsprout-9697329 Oowee: Fast Food, Fast Growth Verity owned a sandwich business. Charlie ran nightclub nights. Both were passionate about fast food. Neither had run a takeaway before. 6 weeks later they signed the lease for their first premises, and Oowee was born.

In this episode we cover the world of fast food, charting the rise of this Bristol-based business that responded to changing consumer behaviour and food trends, including the growth of Veganism and the launch of Oowee Vegan.

From a tiny suburban kitchen to Oowee's present-day status as a national chain, Verity shares the rollercoaster ride of entering the hospitality industry, learning the hard way about how investing in kitchens and business systems can save money and reputation, and one vital piece of advice for any aspiring restauranteurs.

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]]> Mon, 13 Dec 2021 21:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles: Featuring Verity Foss, Ollie Collard) http://foundedandgrounded.com Verity owned a sandwich business. Charlie ran nightclub nights. Both were passionate about fast food. Neither had run a takeaway before. 6 weeks later they signed the lease for their first premises, and Oowee was born.

In this episode we cover the world of fast food, charting the rise of this Bristol-based business that responded to changing consumer behaviour and food trends, including the growth of Veganism and the launch of Oowee Vegan.

From a tiny suburban kitchen to Oowee's present-day status as a national chain, Verity shares the rollercoaster ride of entering the hospitality industry, learning the hard way about how investing in kitchens and business systems can save money and reputation, and one vital piece of advice for any aspiring restauranteurs.

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]]> Oowee: Fast Food, Fast Growth Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles: Featuring Verity Foss, Ollie Collard 00:40:47 Verity owned a sandwich business. Charlie ran nightclub nights. Both were passionate about fast food. Neither had run a takeaway before. 6 weeks later they signed the lease for their first premises, and Oowee was born.In this episode we cover the world of fast food, charting the rise of this Bristol-based business that responded to changing consumer behaviour and food trends, including the growth of Veganism and the launch of Oowee Vegan.From a tiny suburban kitchen to Oowee's present-day sta... Verity owned a sandwich business. Charlie ran nightclub nights. Both were passionate about fast food. Neither had run a takeaway before. 6 weeks later they signed the lease for their first premises, and Oowee was born.In this episode we cover the world of fast food, charting the rise of this Bristol-based business that responded to changing consumer behaviour and food trends, including the growth of Veganism and the launch of Oowee Vegan.From a tiny suburban kitchen to Oowee's present-day sta... dirty burgers, entrepreneurship, vegan, takeaway, enterprise, veganism, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, deliveroo, advice, founders, fast food, startup false full 6 3 Buzzsprout-9625317 Juno: You will feel the Benefit One piece of advice? "Just do it."

Meet Ally. He's got a lot of time for meaningful workplace benefits - less so for Advisors.

Ally's the founder of Juno - a business at the vanguard of the wellbeing economy, with the goal of changing how people interact with their employers. An entrepreneur simply because he had to be, Ally shares with Founded & Grounded the bumpy road to creating a business that now has an international client base, and how personal experience has led him to question the wisdom of others and urge founders instead to figure things out for themselves.

It's a thought-provoking conversation, with plenty for Andrew Parsonage, Ollie Collard and Samantha Miles to discuss - plus we reveal the results of our latest listener poll on your barriers to knowledge and learning. 

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]]> Mon, 29 Nov 2021 21:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Ally Fekaiki, Ollie Collard) http://foundedandgrounded.com One piece of advice? "Just do it."

Meet Ally. He's got a lot of time for meaningful workplace benefits - less so for Advisors.

Ally's the founder of Juno - a business at the vanguard of the wellbeing economy, with the goal of changing how people interact with their employers. An entrepreneur simply because he had to be, Ally shares with Founded & Grounded the bumpy road to creating a business that now has an international client base, and how personal experience has led him to question the wisdom of others and urge founders instead to figure things out for themselves.

It's a thought-provoking conversation, with plenty for Andrew Parsonage, Ollie Collard and Samantha Miles to discuss - plus we reveal the results of our latest listener poll on your barriers to knowledge and learning. 

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]]> Juno: You will feel the Benefit Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Ally Fekaiki, Ollie Collard 00:43:56 One piece of advice? "Just do it."Meet Ally. He's got a lot of time for meaningful workplace benefits - less so for Advisors. Ally's the founder of Juno - a business at the vanguard of the wellbeing economy, with the goal of changing how people interact with their employers. An entrepreneur simply because he had to be, Ally shares with Founded & Grounded the bumpy road to creating a business that now has an international client base, and how personal experience has led him to question the... One piece of advice? "Just do it."Meet Ally. He's got a lot of time for meaningful workplace benefits - less so for Advisors. Ally's the founder of Juno - a business at the vanguard of the wellbeing economy, with the goal of changing how people interact with their employers. An entrepreneur simply because he had to be, Ally shares with Founded & Grounded the bumpy road to creating a business that now has an international client base, and how personal experience has led him to question the... wellbeing, mindfulness, entrepreneurship, employers, enterprise, wellbeing economy, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, workplace benefits, startup, employees, sickness false full 5 3 Buzzsprout-9536461 Uptime: Why time's up for mindless scrolling If 'too much information, too little time'  is the great problem of our age, this business has a 5-minute solution.

Patrick Walker is a veteran of the 'big tech' scene having held senior positions with Facebook and YouTube. But he was moved to go it alone to address the issue of sheer volume of content, and 'hack knowledge' to provide users with briefer and more positive online experiences. Thus, Uptime was born.

In an episode full of fantastic insight and advice, Patrick talks about the importance of pausing when egos might dictate otherwise; how taking time to recruit ensures you capture people "whose purpose becomes their profession"; and having the confidence to "follow your bliss". Plus, in our latest community poll, we reveal the stress-levels of our listeners!

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]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2021 21:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Patrick Walker) http://foundedandgrounded.com If 'too much information, too little time'  is the great problem of our age, this business has a 5-minute solution.

Patrick Walker is a veteran of the 'big tech' scene having held senior positions with Facebook and YouTube. But he was moved to go it alone to address the issue of sheer volume of content, and 'hack knowledge' to provide users with briefer and more positive online experiences. Thus, Uptime was born.

In an episode full of fantastic insight and advice, Patrick talks about the importance of pausing when egos might dictate otherwise; how taking time to recruit ensures you capture people "whose purpose becomes their profession"; and having the confidence to "follow your bliss". Plus, in our latest community poll, we reveal the stress-levels of our listeners!

Presented by Andrew Parsonage, with expert analysis from Ollie Collard and Samantha Miles. 

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]]> Uptime: Why time's up for mindless scrolling Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Patrick Walker 00:44:02 If 'too much information, too little time' is the great problem of our age, this business has a 5-minute solution.Patrick Walker is a veteran of the 'big tech' scene having held senior positions with Facebook and YouTube. But he was moved to go it alone to address the issue of sheer volume of content, and 'hack knowledge' to provide users with briefer and more positive online experiences. Thus, Uptime was born.In an episode full of fantastic insight and advice, Patrick talks about the i... If 'too much information, too little time' is the great problem of our age, this business has a 5-minute solution.Patrick Walker is a veteran of the 'big tech' scene having held senior positions with Facebook and YouTube. But he was moved to go it alone to address the issue of sheer volume of content, and 'hack knowledge' to provide users with briefer and more positive online experiences. Thus, Uptime was born.In an episode full of fantastic insight and advice, Patrick talks about the i... mindless scrolling, entrepreneurship, learning, enterprise, knowledge hacking, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, tech for good, startup, edtech, tech giants false full 4 3 Buzzsprout-9414652 Frahm: It's only a F**king Business How does it feel to be suicidal?

One man who knows is Nick Hussey, founder of Frahm - the business behind high-quality, long-lasting jackets for the real world. Nick stared into the abyss after the collapse of his first company but, with the help of his wife and an old school friend, came back to start and succeed with a new enterprise.

True to the ethos of Founded & Grounded, and alongside the business lessons learned, Nick openly shares his own experiences to discuss mental health among entrepreneurs. In an extended episode laden with powerful advice, he talks about running a business on process rather than fear and passion, how a support network can assist this, and the importance of simplifying everything.  Because nothing matters more than your health.

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]]> Mon, 1 Nov 2021 21:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Nick Hussey, Ollie Collard) http://foundedandgrounded.com How does it feel to be suicidal?

One man who knows is Nick Hussey, founder of Frahm - the business behind high-quality, long-lasting jackets for the real world. Nick stared into the abyss after the collapse of his first company but, with the help of his wife and an old school friend, came back to start and succeed with a new enterprise.

True to the ethos of Founded & Grounded, and alongside the business lessons learned, Nick openly shares his own experiences to discuss mental health among entrepreneurs. In an extended episode laden with powerful advice, he talks about running a business on process rather than fear and passion, how a support network can assist this, and the importance of simplifying everything.  Because nothing matters more than your health.

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]]> Frahm: It's only a F**king Business Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles featuring Nick Hussey, Ollie Collard 00:43:16 How does it feel to be suicidal?One man who knows is Nick Hussey, founder of Frahm - the business behind high-quality, long-lasting jackets for the real world. Nick stared into the abyss after the collapse of his first company but, with the help of his wife and an old school friend, came back to start and succeed with a new enterprise.True to the ethos of Founded & Grounded, and alongside the business lessons learned, Nick openly shares his own experiences to discuss mental health among e... How does it feel to be suicidal?One man who knows is Nick Hussey, founder of Frahm - the business behind high-quality, long-lasting jackets for the real world. Nick stared into the abyss after the collapse of his first company but, with the help of his wife and an old school friend, came back to start and succeed with a new enterprise.True to the ethos of Founded & Grounded, and alongside the business lessons learned, Nick openly shares his own experiences to discuss mental health among e... clothing, entrepreneurship, mental health, jackets, enterprise, cofounders, suicide, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, startup false full 3 3 Buzzsprout-9386756 Virtually There: How Good Things Come to Businesses That Wait "If you have a great product, your business should succeed."

We meet Edgar Thoemmes, co-founder of Virtually There and Canton Tea, about how two very different businesses steadily grew and found their audiences.

Edgar describes the seismic impact of Covid (and how Virtually There anticipated the boom in flexible working), how taking the long term view can pay dividends, and being in a position to give something back to the founders of the future.

Presented by Andrew Parsonage, with expert analysis from Ollie Collard and Samantha Miles sifting through the latest reaction from Founded & Grounded listeners.

 

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]]> Mon, 18 Oct 2021 21:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles, Ollie Collard) http://foundedandgrounded.com "If you have a great product, your business should succeed."

We meet Edgar Thoemmes, co-founder of Virtually There and Canton Tea, about how two very different businesses steadily grew and found their audiences.

Edgar describes the seismic impact of Covid (and how Virtually There anticipated the boom in flexible working), how taking the long term view can pay dividends, and being in a position to give something back to the founders of the future.

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]]> Virtually There: How Good Things Come to Businesses That Wait Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles, Ollie Collard 00:37:43 "If you have a great product, your business should succeed."We meet Edgar Thoemmes, co-founder of Virtually There and Canton Tea, about how two very different businesses steadily grew and found their audiences.Edgar describes the seismic impact of Covid (and how Virtually There anticipated the boom in flexible working), how taking the long term view can pay dividends, and being in a position to give something back to the founders of the future.Presented by Andrew Parsonage, with expert analys... "If you have a great product, your business should succeed."We meet Edgar Thoemmes, co-founder of Virtually There and Canton Tea, about how two very different businesses steadily grew and found their audiences.Edgar describes the seismic impact of Covid (and how Virtually There anticipated the boom in flexible working), how taking the long term view can pay dividends, and being in a position to give something back to the founders of the future.Presented by Andrew Parsonage, with expert analys... virtual services, entrepreneurship, tea, investment, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, patience, young entrepreneurs, startup false full 2 3 Buzzsprout-9253275 Ksoni: Hair Today, Here Tomorrow To kick off Series 3, we meet Banasa Williams - co-founder of Ksoni, who produce plastic-free bathroom wellness products such as shampoo and bodywash.

With the global environment high on the agenda this autumn, Banasa talks about the "payoff" required for products and brands to truly call themselves sustainable. We also get to hear about the challenges of supply chain, how you can learn from others in completely different product sectors, and the importance of having a good team.

Plus Samantha Miles will be reviewing responses to the listener question posed in our Series 3 preview show - namely, what inspiration did you get over the summer?

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]]> Mon, 27 Sep 2021 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles) http://foundedandgrounded.com To kick off Series 3, we meet Banasa Williams - co-founder of Ksoni, who produce plastic-free bathroom wellness products such as shampoo and bodywash.

With the global environment high on the agenda this autumn, Banasa talks about the "payoff" required for products and brands to truly call themselves sustainable. We also get to hear about the challenges of supply chain, how you can learn from others in completely different product sectors, and the importance of having a good team.

Plus Samantha Miles will be reviewing responses to the listener question posed in our Series 3 preview show - namely, what inspiration did you get over the summer?

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]]> Ksoni: Hair Today, Here Tomorrow Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Samantha Miles 00:39:07 To kick off Series 3, we meet Banasa Williams - co-founder of Ksoni, who produce plastic-free bathroom wellness products such as shampoo and bodywash.With the global environment high on the agenda this autumn, Banasa talks about the "payoff" required for products and brands to truly call themselves sustainable. We also get to hear about the challenges of supply chain, how you can learn from others in completely different product sectors, and the importance of having a good team.Plus Samantha ... To kick off Series 3, we meet Banasa Williams - co-founder of Ksoni, who produce plastic-free bathroom wellness products such as shampoo and bodywash.With the global environment high on the agenda this autumn, Banasa talks about the "payoff" required for products and brands to truly call themselves sustainable. We also get to hear about the challenges of supply chain, how you can learn from others in completely different product sectors, and the importance of having a good team.Plus Samantha ... sustainability, entrepreneurship, investment, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, textured hair., plastic free, startup, haircare, bodywash false full 1 3 Buzzsprout-9171197 Founded & Grounded: Season 3 Preview Show In anticipation of Season 3 starting later this September, we welcome back listeners to the podcast which shares the stories and wisdom of early-stage entrepreneurs.

There are more great guests on the horizon and new ways to get involved with the show - we're starting by asking for your summer break inspirations and big decisions -  plus we welcome a brand new member of the Founded & Grounded team.

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]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2021 21:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com In anticipation of Season 3 starting later this September, we welcome back listeners to the podcast which shares the stories and wisdom of early-stage entrepreneurs.

There are more great guests on the horizon and new ways to get involved with the show - we're starting by asking for your summer break inspirations and big decisions -  plus we welcome a brand new member of the Founded & Grounded team.

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]]> Founded & Grounded: Season 3 Preview Show Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage 00:09:54 In anticipation of Season 3 starting later this September, we welcome back listeners to the podcast which shares the stories and wisdom of early-stage entrepreneurs.There are more great guests on the horizon and new ways to get involved with the show - we're starting by asking for your summer break inspirations and big decisions - plus we welcome a brand new member of the Founded & Grounded team.Presented by Andrew Parsonage and Ollie Collard.(10 minute listen) Text us your fe... In anticipation of Season 3 starting later this September, we welcome back listeners to the podcast which shares the stories and wisdom of early-stage entrepreneurs.There are more great guests on the horizon and new ways to get involved with the show - we're starting by asking for your summer break inspirations and big decisions - plus we welcome a brand new member of the Founded & Grounded team.Presented by Andrew Parsonage and Ollie Collard.(10 minute listen) Text us your fe... false trailer 3 Buzzsprout-8836687 Ask the Audience: How Inkwell see life from a customer's perspective For our season 2 finale, we speak with Chris Goodfellow; CEO of content marketing agency, Inkwell.

When he left an old employer, Chris did something unconventional - he bought one of their brands and rebooted it to become a successful annual challenge - The Pitch - helping startups raise millions of pounds.

In conversation with Ollie, Chris talks throughout about the importance of founders putting themselves in the shoes of their audience, why a simple conversation with someone different each week can aid business growth, and how even introverts can become effective salespeople.

The message is loud and clear... “Speak to as many customers as possible!"

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]]> Mon, 12 Jul 2021 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com For our season 2 finale, we speak with Chris Goodfellow; CEO of content marketing agency, Inkwell.

When he left an old employer, Chris did something unconventional - he bought one of their brands and rebooted it to become a successful annual challenge - The Pitch - helping startups raise millions of pounds.

In conversation with Ollie, Chris talks throughout about the importance of founders putting themselves in the shoes of their audience, why a simple conversation with someone different each week can aid business growth, and how even introverts can become effective salespeople.

The message is loud and clear... “Speak to as many customers as possible!"

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]]> Ask the Audience: How Inkwell see life from a customer's perspective Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage 00:39:30 For our season 2 finale, we speak with Chris Goodfellow; CEO of content marketing agency, Inkwell.When he left an old employer, Chris did something unconventional - he bought one of their brands and rebooted it to become a successful annual challenge - The Pitch - helping startups raise millions of pounds.In conversation with Ollie, Chris talks throughout about the importance of founders putting themselves in the shoes of their audience, why a simple conversation with someone different each w... For our season 2 finale, we speak with Chris Goodfellow; CEO of content marketing agency, Inkwell.When he left an old employer, Chris did something unconventional - he bought one of their brands and rebooted it to become a successful annual challenge - The Pitch - helping startups raise millions of pounds.In conversation with Ollie, Chris talks throughout about the importance of founders putting themselves in the shoes of their audience, why a simple conversation with someone different each w... marketing agency, entrepreneurship, inkwell, content strategy, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, startup, pitching, the pitch false full 17 2 Buzzsprout-8780878 Mum's the word - The startup balancing careers with parenthood "Women can have children - and know there's a safe secure way of returning to work."

Meet Jess: Mum and co-founder of That Works for Me.

When a chance moment - and a gap in the freelance recruitment market - presented itself, Jess took the initiative to serve a large untapped (and talented) audience... that of Mums. 72% of professional women leave the workforce within 3 years of having children - a situation she's tackling head on with the platform that also supports small business and flexible working. 

In conversation with Ollie, Jess talks about building a social media audience before going to market, how Covid meant they ended up with a better platform, and the importance of knowing when to get outside help. Plus how That Works For Me is now being embraced by Dads... 

It's a tale for the ages, with great advice for other founders and inspiration for those who feel they have more to give than being just a parent. 

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]]> Tue, 29 Jun 2021 06:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com "Women can have children - and know there's a safe secure way of returning to work."

Meet Jess: Mum and co-founder of That Works for Me.

When a chance moment - and a gap in the freelance recruitment market - presented itself, Jess took the initiative to serve a large untapped (and talented) audience... that of Mums. 72% of professional women leave the workforce within 3 years of having children - a situation she's tackling head on with the platform that also supports small business and flexible working. 

In conversation with Ollie, Jess talks about building a social media audience before going to market, how Covid meant they ended up with a better platform, and the importance of knowing when to get outside help. Plus how That Works For Me is now being embraced by Dads... 

It's a tale for the ages, with great advice for other founders and inspiration for those who feel they have more to give than being just a parent. 

Presented by Ollie Collard and Andrew Parsonage.

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]]> Mum's the word - The startup balancing careers with parenthood Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage 00:42:04 "Women can have children - and know there's a safe secure way of returning to work."Meet Jess: Mum and co-founder of That Works for Me.When a chance moment - and a gap in the freelance recruitment market - presented itself, Jess took the initiative to serve a large untapped (and talented) audience... that of Mums. 72% of professional women leave the workforce within 3 years of having children - a situation she's tackling head on with the platform that also supports small business and flexible... "Women can have children - and know there's a safe secure way of returning to work."Meet Jess: Mum and co-founder of That Works for Me.When a chance moment - and a gap in the freelance recruitment market - presented itself, Jess took the initiative to serve a large untapped (and talented) audience... that of Mums. 72% of professional women leave the workforce within 3 years of having children - a situation she's tackling head on with the platform that also supports small business and flexible... returning to work, entrepreneurship, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, platform, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, mums, startup false full 16 2 Buzzsprout-8661532 Cold Email - How to warm up your prospects How to design a business that meets your expectations. Meet Mikey, Co founder of Cold Email, a SaaS start-up taking the hassle out of lead generation. 

Mikey's no stranger to the start-up scene,  having co-founded Escape the City. 

Mikey shares his tips on how to validate your business idea, how to find a mentor and the challenges of running a business with 3 young children. An episode not to be missed.




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]]> Mon, 7 Jun 2021 22:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com How to design a business that meets your expectations. Meet Mikey, Co founder of Cold Email, a SaaS start-up taking the hassle out of lead generation. 

Mikey's no stranger to the start-up scene,  having co-founded Escape the City. 

Mikey shares his tips on how to validate your business idea, how to find a mentor and the challenges of running a business with 3 young children. An episode not to be missed.




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]]> Cold Email - How to warm up your prospects Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage 00:34:06 How to design a business that meets your expectations. Meet Mikey, Co founder of Cold Email, a SaaS start-up taking the hassle out of lead generation. Mikey's no stranger to the start-up scene, having co-founded Escape the City. Mikey shares his tips on how to validate your business idea, how to find a mentor and the challenges of running a business with 3 young children. An episode not to be missed. Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsore... How to design a business that meets your expectations. Meet Mikey, Co founder of Cold Email, a SaaS start-up taking the hassle out of lead generation. Mikey's no stranger to the start-up scene, having co-founded Escape the City. Mikey shares his tips on how to validate your business idea, how to find a mentor and the challenges of running a business with 3 young children. An episode not to be missed. Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsore... false full 15 2 Buzzsprout-8583575 Aisle 3 - The start-up that compares well Meet Thomas, co-founder of Aisle 3,  who shares his insights into how his start-up propelled itself into the 1% of start-ups that raises funding. 

We discuss the world of price comparison, how Aisle 3 are a  'shopper obsessed' business, the trials and tribulations of fundraising two rounds of investment and the future of e-commerce. 

Aisle 3 aims to give shoppers the complete view of all of their buying options on a single screen so that they can make purchase decisions based on their personal values such as price, delivery, locality, sustainability or brand loyalty.

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]]> Tue, 25 May 2021 08:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com Meet Thomas, co-founder of Aisle 3,  who shares his insights into how his start-up propelled itself into the 1% of start-ups that raises funding. 

We discuss the world of price comparison, how Aisle 3 are a  'shopper obsessed' business, the trials and tribulations of fundraising two rounds of investment and the future of e-commerce. 

Aisle 3 aims to give shoppers the complete view of all of their buying options on a single screen so that they can make purchase decisions based on their personal values such as price, delivery, locality, sustainability or brand loyalty.

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]]> Aisle 3 - The start-up that compares well Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage 00:38:48 Meet Thomas, co-founder of Aisle 3, who shares his insights into how his start-up propelled itself into the 1% of start-ups that raises funding. We discuss the world of price comparison, how Aisle 3 are a 'shopper obsessed' business, the trials and tribulations of fundraising two rounds of investment and the future of e-commerce. Aisle 3 aims to give shoppers the complete view of all of their buying options on a single screen so that they can make purchase decisions base... Meet Thomas, co-founder of Aisle 3, who shares his insights into how his start-up propelled itself into the 1% of start-ups that raises funding. We discuss the world of price comparison, how Aisle 3 are a 'shopper obsessed' business, the trials and tribulations of fundraising two rounds of investment and the future of e-commerce. Aisle 3 aims to give shoppers the complete view of all of their buying options on a single screen so that they can make purchase decisions base... social media, entrepreneurship, investment, price comparison, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, e-commerce, startup, innovation false full 14 2 Buzzsprout-8435429 Proper Oats: Taking Cereal Seriously "You don't need anyone else to believe in you... other than you."

 This episode's guest entrepreneur is Suz: Mum, former accountant, bodybuilder - and founder of The Proper Oats Company. 

 Suz shares her experience of starting a business amid a global pandemic, in her words "launching an on-the go product when the world wasn't going anywhere!" There's the importance of finance, networking and social media - even having an exit strategy despite being a young business. But it's as much about personal conviction, and what Suz does to maintain self belief whilst following the lonely path of a sole founder.

It's a very real-world tale that sums up the ethos of Founded & Grounded, with great advice for others in the early stages of their business journey. 

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]]> Mon, 3 May 2021 22:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Freya Scott) http://foundedandgrounded.com "You don't need anyone else to believe in you... other than you."

 This episode's guest entrepreneur is Suz: Mum, former accountant, bodybuilder - and founder of The Proper Oats Company. 

 Suz shares her experience of starting a business amid a global pandemic, in her words "launching an on-the go product when the world wasn't going anywhere!" There's the importance of finance, networking and social media - even having an exit strategy despite being a young business. But it's as much about personal conviction, and what Suz does to maintain self belief whilst following the lonely path of a sole founder.

It's a very real-world tale that sums up the ethos of Founded & Grounded, with great advice for others in the early stages of their business journey. 

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]]> Proper Oats: Taking Cereal Seriously Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Freya Scott 00:46:22 "You don't need anyone else to believe in you... other than you." This episode's guest entrepreneur is Suz: Mum, former accountant, bodybuilder - and founder of The Proper Oats Company. Suz shares her experience of starting a business amid a global pandemic, in her words "launching an on-the go product when the world wasn't going anywhere!" There's the importance of finance, networking and social media - even having an exit strategy despite being a young business. But it's as ... "You don't need anyone else to believe in you... other than you." This episode's guest entrepreneur is Suz: Mum, former accountant, bodybuilder - and founder of The Proper Oats Company. Suz shares her experience of starting a business amid a global pandemic, in her words "launching an on-the go product when the world wasn't going anywhere!" There's the importance of finance, networking and social media - even having an exit strategy despite being a young business. But it's as ... false full 13 2 Buzzsprout-8294601 Handsome - Sister Act: The siblings making business beautiful The sisters on a mission to change the beauty industry. April and Nikki share their story of why they started Handsome, the app for beauty professionals. 

We discuss their challenges, what it's like being sisters in business and what the future holds for the beauty industry and Handsome. 

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]]> Mon, 12 Apr 2021 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Freya Scott) http://foundedandgrounded.com The sisters on a mission to change the beauty industry. April and Nikki share their story of why they started Handsome, the app for beauty professionals. 

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]]> Handsome - Sister Act: The siblings making business beautiful Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Freya Scott 00:46:12 The sisters on a mission to change the beauty industry. April and Nikki share their story of why they started Handsome, the app for beauty professionals. We discuss their challenges, what it's like being sisters in business and what the future holds for the beauty industry and Handsome. Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective Security Authority - NSPA: The Secure Innovation campaign helps you take s... The sisters on a mission to change the beauty industry. April and Nikki share their story of why they started Handsome, the app for beauty professionals. We discuss their challenges, what it's like being sisters in business and what the future holds for the beauty industry and Handsome. Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective Security Authority - NSPA: The Secure Innovation campaign helps you take s... false full 12 2 Buzzsprout-8195621 Spontza - Where business meets the beautiful game Want to turn your passion into a business? Want to know how to you figure out who your target audience is? In Episode 11, hear from Mark, who shares his insights and speaks openly about the challenges he faces a sole entrepreneur. 

Mark Makin is the founder of Spontza, a marketplace that connects Businesses & Brands directly with Sports Clubs, Athletes, Fan Channels and Events.

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]]> Mon, 29 Mar 2021 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Andrew Parsonage & Freya Scott, Ollie Collard) http://foundedandgrounded.com Want to turn your passion into a business? Want to know how to you figure out who your target audience is? In Episode 11, hear from Mark, who shares his insights and speaks openly about the challenges he faces a sole entrepreneur. 

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]]> Spontza - Where business meets the beautiful game Andrew Parsonage & Freya Scott, Ollie Collard 00:40:23 Want to turn your passion into a business? Want to know how to you figure out who your target audience is? In Episode 11, hear from Mark, who shares his insights and speaks openly about the challenges he faces a sole entrepreneur. Mark Makin is the founder of Spontza, a marketplace that connects Businesses & Brands directly with Sports Clubs, Athletes, Fan Channels and Events.Check out Spontza below: https://www.spontza.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport th... Want to turn your passion into a business? Want to know how to you figure out who your target audience is? In Episode 11, hear from Mark, who shares his insights and speaks openly about the challenges he faces a sole entrepreneur. Mark Makin is the founder of Spontza, a marketplace that connects Businesses & Brands directly with Sports Clubs, Athletes, Fan Channels and Events.Check out Spontza below: https://www.spontza.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport th... entrepreneurship, fans, sponsors, football, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, sponsorship, startup false full 11 2 Buzzsprout-8142500 Adapt - The start-up that went back to school Episode 10 we catch up with Maud, co-founder of Adapt, a study planner app for students. Adapt was built using Google’s Design Sprint process. After intense testing and quick growth they knew that Adapt had a market however Covid-19 threw a spanner in the works for Maud and her co-founders. This episode covers being an accidental entrepreneur, testing your idea, adapting your business model and setting your goals. https://getadapt.co.uk/

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]]> Mon, 15 Mar 2021 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage, featuring Maud Millar) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 10 we catch up with Maud, co-founder of Adapt, a study planner app for students. Adapt was built using Google’s Design Sprint process. After intense testing and quick growth they knew that Adapt had a market however Covid-19 threw a spanner in the works for Maud and her co-founders. This episode covers being an accidental entrepreneur, testing your idea, adapting your business model and setting your goals. https://getadapt.co.uk/

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]]> Adapt - The start-up that went back to school Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage, featuring Maud Millar 00:45:30 Episode 10 we catch up with Maud, co-founder of Adapt, a study planner app for students. Adapt was built using Google’s Design Sprint process. After intense testing and quick growth they knew that Adapt had a market however Covid-19 threw a spanner in the works for Maud and her co-founders. This episode covers being an accidental entrepreneur, testing your idea, adapting your business model and setting your goals. https://getadapt.co.uk/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the... Episode 10 we catch up with Maud, co-founder of Adapt, a study planner app for students. Adapt was built using Google’s Design Sprint process. After intense testing and quick growth they knew that Adapt had a market however Covid-19 threw a spanner in the works for Maud and her co-founders. This episode covers being an accidental entrepreneur, testing your idea, adapting your business model and setting your goals. https://getadapt.co.uk/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the... entrepreneurship, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, covid19, coronavirus, startup, innovation, app development false full 10 2 Buzzsprout-8050728 TrueStart Coffee - The power of positive drinking Season 2 episode 9 we chat with Helena co-founder of TrueStart Coffee, the feel good coffee company. TrueStart has a strong ethical and sustainable ethos, and the coffee exists to make you feel great!

Helena discusses the importance of a positive mindset as a driving force for a successful business, and being brave when repositioning your brand to appeal to a broader audience. Episode 9 also covers topics including trusting your gut instinct and using your unique personality as a strength. As always, listen for great start-up advice and a podcast exclusive offer https://www.truestartcoffee.com/. 

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]]> Mon, 1 Mar 2021 21:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Freya Scott) http://foundedandgrounded.com Season 2 episode 9 we chat with Helena co-founder of TrueStart Coffee, the feel good coffee company. TrueStart has a strong ethical and sustainable ethos, and the coffee exists to make you feel great!

Helena discusses the importance of a positive mindset as a driving force for a successful business, and being brave when repositioning your brand to appeal to a broader audience. Episode 9 also covers topics including trusting your gut instinct and using your unique personality as a strength. As always, listen for great start-up advice and a podcast exclusive offer https://www.truestartcoffee.com/. 

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]]> TrueStart Coffee - The power of positive drinking Ollie Collard, Andrew Parsonage & Freya Scott 00:54:03 Season 2 episode 9 we chat with Helena co-founder of TrueStart Coffee, the feel good coffee company. TrueStart has a strong ethical and sustainable ethos, and the coffee exists to make you feel great!Helena discusses the importance of a positive mindset as a driving force for a successful business, and being brave when repositioning your brand to appeal to a broader audience. Episode 9 also covers topics including trusting your gut instinct and using your unique personality as a strength. As ... Season 2 episode 9 we chat with Helena co-founder of TrueStart Coffee, the feel good coffee company. TrueStart has a strong ethical and sustainable ethos, and the coffee exists to make you feel great!Helena discusses the importance of a positive mindset as a driving force for a successful business, and being brave when repositioning your brand to appeal to a broader audience. Episode 9 also covers topics including trusting your gut instinct and using your unique personality as a strength. As ... entrepreneurship, investment, enterprise, business venture, cofounders, coffee, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, female founder, startup, business podcast, innovation false full 9 2 Buzzsprout-7748152 Krepling - Making e-commerce e-asy Episode 8, we catch up with Liam JE Gerada co-founder of Krepling, a centralised commerce platform for entrepreneurs, business owners, and enterprises.

Born in South Africa and having moved to Malta, Liam is 21 and running his second successful business. Episode 8 discusses the advantages and challenges that come with being a young entrepreneur. Episode 8 covers topics including working with family, managing growth and testing and validating your business idea.

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]]> Mon, 8 Feb 2021 21:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 8, we catch up with Liam JE Gerada co-founder of Krepling, a centralised commerce platform for entrepreneurs, business owners, and enterprises.

Born in South Africa and having moved to Malta, Liam is 21 and running his second successful business. Episode 8 discusses the advantages and challenges that come with being a young entrepreneur. Episode 8 covers topics including working with family, managing growth and testing and validating your business idea.

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]]> Krepling - Making e-commerce e-asy Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage 00:37:04 Episode 8, we catch up with Liam JE Gerada co-founder of Krepling, a centralised commerce platform for entrepreneurs, business owners, and enterprises.Born in South Africa and having moved to Malta, Liam is 21 and running his second successful business. Episode 8 discusses the advantages and challenges that come with being a young entrepreneur. Episode 8 covers topics including working with family, managing growth and testing and validating your business idea.As always, listen for great start... Episode 8, we catch up with Liam JE Gerada co-founder of Krepling, a centralised commerce platform for entrepreneurs, business owners, and enterprises.Born in South Africa and having moved to Malta, Liam is 21 and running his second successful business. Episode 8 discusses the advantages and challenges that come with being a young entrepreneur. Episode 8 covers topics including working with family, managing growth and testing and validating your business idea.As always, listen for great start... social media, entrepreneurship, investment, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, growth, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, covid19, coronavirus, e-commerce, startup, innovation false full 8 2 Buzzsprout-7350673 Copy.ai - Building your start-up in public Episode 7 is back in the USA with Paul Yacoubian, founder of copy.ai, “an AI powered assistant for writing and brainstorming marketing copy”. Paul gives us a great insight into AI, founders launching in public, benefits of gaining early adopters and his 7 key lessons for someone looking to start-up a business. These include:

  1. Don't focus on optimising
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]]> Mon, 18 Jan 2021 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 7 is back in the USA with Paul Yacoubian, founder of copy.ai, “an AI powered assistant for writing and brainstorming marketing copy”. Paul gives us a great insight into AI, founders launching in public, benefits of gaining early adopters and his 7 key lessons for someone looking to start-up a business. These include:

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]]> Copy.ai - Building your start-up in public Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage 00:43:09 Episode 7 is back in the USA with Paul Yacoubian, founder of copy.ai, “an AI powered assistant for writing and brainstorming marketing copy”. Paul gives us a great insight into AI, founders launching in public, benefits of gaining early adopters and his 7 key lessons for someone looking to start-up a business. These include:Don't focus on optimisingPixel perfect is a waste of timeUser experience is everything Build for launch speed Launch as fast as possibleFind distribution leverag... Episode 7 is back in the USA with Paul Yacoubian, founder of copy.ai, “an AI powered assistant for writing and brainstorming marketing copy”. Paul gives us a great insight into AI, founders launching in public, benefits of gaining early adopters and his 7 key lessons for someone looking to start-up a business. These include:Don't focus on optimisingPixel perfect is a waste of timeUser experience is everything Build for launch speed Launch as fast as possibleFind distribution leverag... social media, entrepreneurship, investment, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, public, usa, founders, covid19, coronavirus, startup, innovation, twitter false full 7 2 Buzzsprout-6803227 The Snow Agency - Starting a family business Episode 6, we chat with Daniel Snow, co-founder (alongside his brother Jonathan Snow) of The Snow Agency, “a performance-based, digital marketing agency that specialises in scaling e-commerce brands”. Our second US founder on the podcast, provides great advice for e-commerce and discusses the ups and downs that comes with working with family. Other topics include scaling challenges, finding what makes your company different, and working with a support network. https://thesnowagency.com/

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]]> Mon, 14 Dec 2020 21:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage, Featuring Daniel Snow) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 6, we chat with Daniel Snow, co-founder (alongside his brother Jonathan Snow) of The Snow Agency, “a performance-based, digital marketing agency that specialises in scaling e-commerce brands”. Our second US founder on the podcast, provides great advice for e-commerce and discusses the ups and downs that comes with working with family. Other topics include scaling challenges, finding what makes your company different, and working with a support network. https://thesnowagency.com/

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]]> The Snow Agency - Starting a family business Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage, Featuring Daniel Snow 00:40:08 Episode 6, we chat with Daniel Snow, co-founder (alongside his brother Jonathan Snow) of The Snow Agency, “a performance-based, digital marketing agency that specialises in scaling e-commerce brands”. Our second US founder on the podcast, provides great advice for e-commerce and discusses the ups and downs that comes with working with family. Other topics include scaling challenges, finding what makes your company different, and working with a support network. https://thesnowagency.com/Text u... Episode 6, we chat with Daniel Snow, co-founder (alongside his brother Jonathan Snow) of The Snow Agency, “a performance-based, digital marketing agency that specialises in scaling e-commerce brands”. Our second US founder on the podcast, provides great advice for e-commerce and discusses the ups and downs that comes with working with family. Other topics include scaling challenges, finding what makes your company different, and working with a support network. https://thesnowagency.com/Text u... social media, entrepreneurship, investment, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, usa, founders, covid19, coronavirus, e-commerce, startup, innovation false full 6 2 Buzzsprout-6419557 Amschela - Exclusively British luxury fashion Keri Andriana is the founder of Amschela an affordable, luxury brand specialising in vegan handbags. Since they launched, Amschela has featured in Vanity Fair and British Vogue resulting in rapid growth. Keri is determined to stay strong to what she believes in and to keep the company 100% British. https://amschela.co.uk/ 

In episode 5 we cover managing growth, adapting and pivoting in challenging times and supporting and collaborating with other businesses. Listen out for Keri's advice, question and discount code! 

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]]> Mon, 23 Nov 2020 21:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage, featuring Keri Andriana) http://foundedandgrounded.com Keri Andriana is the founder of Amschela an affordable, luxury brand specialising in vegan handbags. Since they launched, Amschela has featured in Vanity Fair and British Vogue resulting in rapid growth. Keri is determined to stay strong to what she believes in and to keep the company 100% British. https://amschela.co.uk/ 

In episode 5 we cover managing growth, adapting and pivoting in challenging times and supporting and collaborating with other businesses. Listen out for Keri's advice, question and discount code! 

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]]> Amschela - Exclusively British luxury fashion Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage, featuring Keri Andriana 00:37:21 Keri Andriana is the founder of Amschela an affordable, luxury brand specialising in vegan handbags. Since they launched, Amschela has featured in Vanity Fair and British Vogue resulting in rapid growth. Keri is determined to stay strong to what she believes in and to keep the company 100% British. https://amschela.co.uk/ In episode 5 we cover managing growth, adapting and pivoting in challenging times and supporting and collaborating with other businesses. Listen out for Keri's advice, ... Keri Andriana is the founder of Amschela an affordable, luxury brand specialising in vegan handbags. Since they launched, Amschela has featured in Vanity Fair and British Vogue resulting in rapid growth. Keri is determined to stay strong to what she believes in and to keep the company 100% British. https://amschela.co.uk/ In episode 5 we cover managing growth, adapting and pivoting in challenging times and supporting and collaborating with other businesses. Listen out for Keri's advice, ... luxury, entrepreneurship, investment, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, covid19, british, coronavirus, female founder, startup, innovation, fashion false full 5 2 Buzzsprout-6286285 MainStreet - How to avoid the illusion of progress Episode 4, we chat with Doug Ludlow, co-founder of MainStreet. MainStreet’s mission is 'to empower small businesses, create jobs and opportunities’. Through a shared passion for empowering small business owners, MainStreet was set up to enable founders to learn about and access government credits and incentives.

In episode 4 we discuss managing business growth, using your network, coping with challenges caused by remote working, and being realistic and honest with yourself. https://mainstreet.us/

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]]> Mon, 9 Nov 2020 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 4, we chat with Doug Ludlow, co-founder of MainStreet. MainStreet’s mission is 'to empower small businesses, create jobs and opportunities’. Through a shared passion for empowering small business owners, MainStreet was set up to enable founders to learn about and access government credits and incentives.

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]]> MainStreet - How to avoid the illusion of progress Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage 00:40:31 Episode 4, we chat with Doug Ludlow, co-founder of MainStreet. MainStreet’s mission is 'to empower small businesses, create jobs and opportunities’. Through a shared passion for empowering small business owners, MainStreet was set up to enable founders to learn about and access government credits and incentives.In episode 4 we discuss managing business growth, using your network, coping with challenges caused by remote working, and being realistic and honest with yourself. https://mainstreet.... Episode 4, we chat with Doug Ludlow, co-founder of MainStreet. MainStreet’s mission is 'to empower small businesses, create jobs and opportunities’. Through a shared passion for empowering small business owners, MainStreet was set up to enable founders to learn about and access government credits and incentives.In episode 4 we discuss managing business growth, using your network, coping with challenges caused by remote working, and being realistic and honest with yourself. https://mainstreet.... entrepreneurship, investment, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, growth, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, usa, founders, covid19, coronavirus, finance, startup, government, innovation false full 4 2 Buzzsprout-5957887 Wriggle & Bristol Pantry - Testing your Minimum Loveable Product (MLP) Rob Hall founded Wriggle, an app which helps people discover local and independent restaurants, cafes and bars. Wriggle offers deals and discounts as well as helping to battle the ongoing issue of food wastage. Covid-19 threw a spanner in the works for Rob and he, along with his team, put their heads together to develop Bristol Pantry. Give season two, episode three a listen to hear Rob’s story. 

In episode three we discuss adapting business goals, organic growth, testing business ideas and overcoming challenges. 

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]]> Mon, 19 Oct 2020 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com Rob Hall founded Wriggle, an app which helps people discover local and independent restaurants, cafes and bars. Wriggle offers deals and discounts as well as helping to battle the ongoing issue of food wastage. Covid-19 threw a spanner in the works for Rob and he, along with his team, put their heads together to develop Bristol Pantry. Give season two, episode three a listen to hear Rob’s story. 

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]]> Wriggle & Bristol Pantry - Testing your Minimum Loveable Product (MLP) Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage 00:35:15 Rob Hall founded Wriggle, an app which helps people discover local and independent restaurants, cafes and bars. Wriggle offers deals and discounts as well as helping to battle the ongoing issue of food wastage. Covid-19 threw a spanner in the works for Rob and he, along with his team, put their heads together to develop Bristol Pantry. Give season two, episode three a listen to hear Rob’s story. In episode three we discuss adapting business goals, organic growth, testing business ideas a... Rob Hall founded Wriggle, an app which helps people discover local and independent restaurants, cafes and bars. Wriggle offers deals and discounts as well as helping to battle the ongoing issue of food wastage. Covid-19 threw a spanner in the works for Rob and he, along with his team, put their heads together to develop Bristol Pantry. Give season two, episode three a listen to hear Rob’s story. In episode three we discuss adapting business goals, organic growth, testing business ideas a... entrepreneurship, investment, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, covid19, coronavirus, startup, innovation false full 3 2 Buzzsprout-5746918 The Bunch - Being your own customer Elliott, our second entrepreneur for season 2 set up The Bunch whilst at university. He became frustrated with spending time sorting out bills for student accommodation, and often felt cheated. The Bunch allows its customers to tailor their student bills package to suit, and splits the bill between housemates.

Elliott is his own target market, and discusses his approach and business model for The Bunch. We discuss cash-flow and mental health challenges, and the goals and aspirations of Elliott. 

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]]> Mon, 5 Oct 2020 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage, Featuring Elliott Herrod-Taylor) http://foundedandgrounded.com Elliott, our second entrepreneur for season 2 set up The Bunch whilst at university. He became frustrated with spending time sorting out bills for student accommodation, and often felt cheated. The Bunch allows its customers to tailor their student bills package to suit, and splits the bill between housemates.

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]]> The Bunch - Being your own customer Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage, Featuring Elliott Herrod-Taylor 00:34:28 Elliott, our second entrepreneur for season 2 set up The Bunch whilst at university. He became frustrated with spending time sorting out bills for student accommodation, and often felt cheated. The Bunch allows its customers to tailor their student bills package to suit, and splits the bill between housemates.Elliott is his own target market, and discusses his approach and business model for The Bunch. We discuss cash-flow and mental health challenges, and the goals and aspirations of Elliott... Elliott, our second entrepreneur for season 2 set up The Bunch whilst at university. He became frustrated with spending time sorting out bills for student accommodation, and often felt cheated. The Bunch allows its customers to tailor their student bills package to suit, and splits the bill between housemates.Elliott is his own target market, and discusses his approach and business model for The Bunch. We discuss cash-flow and mental health challenges, and the goals and aspirations of Elliott... business idea, cash flow, entrepreneurship, investment, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, covid19, coronavirus, startup, innovation false full 2 2 Buzzsprout-5531494 Stephenson Law - The legal flamingoes in a flock of pigeons How many law firms would describe themselves as a 'flamingo in a flock of pigeons'?

That's the mission for the first guest of Founded & Grounded Season 2, Alice Stephenson.

In a career that has seen Alice go from in-house to freelance to Founder & CEO of Stephenson Law, we discuss the pros and cons of virtual-working - and keeping a team happy - in the Covid era, the nice dilemma of having infrastructure that can keep up with rapid growth, and why sometimes it's good to let people move on. Additionally Alice talks about gender imbalance in the legal world, and her plan for a more inclusive generation of angel investors. 

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]]> Thu, 24 Sep 2020 09:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com How many law firms would describe themselves as a 'flamingo in a flock of pigeons'?

That's the mission for the first guest of Founded & Grounded Season 2, Alice Stephenson.

In a career that has seen Alice go from in-house to freelance to Founder & CEO of Stephenson Law, we discuss the pros and cons of virtual-working - and keeping a team happy - in the Covid era, the nice dilemma of having infrastructure that can keep up with rapid growth, and why sometimes it's good to let people move on. Additionally Alice talks about gender imbalance in the legal world, and her plan for a more inclusive generation of angel investors. 

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]]> Stephenson Law - The legal flamingoes in a flock of pigeons Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage 00:38:38 How many law firms would describe themselves as a 'flamingo in a flock of pigeons'?That's the mission for the first guest of Founded & Grounded Season 2, Alice Stephenson.In a career that has seen Alice go from in-house to freelance to Founder & CEO of Stephenson Law, we discuss the pros and cons of virtual-working - and keeping a team happy - in the Covid era, the nice dilemma of having infrastructure that can keep up with rapid growth, and why sometimes it's good to let people move ... How many law firms would describe themselves as a 'flamingo in a flock of pigeons'?That's the mission for the first guest of Founded & Grounded Season 2, Alice Stephenson.In a career that has seen Alice go from in-house to freelance to Founder & CEO of Stephenson Law, we discuss the pros and cons of virtual-working - and keeping a team happy - in the Covid era, the nice dilemma of having infrastructure that can keep up with rapid growth, and why sometimes it's good to let people move ... entrepreneurship, investment, enterprise, cofounders, startup tips, podcast, startup advice, sme, starting a business, advice, founders, covid19, coronavirus, female founder, startup, legal, innovation, law false full 1 2 Buzzsprout-4145252 Linkilaw - Breaking boundaries, staying legal Episode 15 - we catch up with Alex Isenegger, founder of Linkilaw. We hear from Alex first-hand the challenges she faced when starting up. The legal industry is heavily populated by men who have been in the industry for decades. Alex entered the industry, as a young female founder who went in headfirst. Alex faced many initial challenges for her new start-up, like spending money on the wrong things and realising a commission-only model wouldn't scale. Alex shares all her learnings along the way and shares her insights on where she thinks the legal-tech industry is going. https://linkilaw.com/

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]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2020 19:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Alex Isenegger) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 15 - we catch up with Alex Isenegger, founder of Linkilaw. We hear from Alex first-hand the challenges she faced when starting up. The legal industry is heavily populated by men who have been in the industry for decades. Alex entered the industry, as a young female founder who went in headfirst. Alex faced many initial challenges for her new start-up, like spending money on the wrong things and realising a commission-only model wouldn't scale. Alex shares all her learnings along the way and shares her insights on where she thinks the legal-tech industry is going. https://linkilaw.com/

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]]> Linkilaw - Breaking boundaries, staying legal Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Alex Isenegger 00:43:24 Episode 15 - we catch up with Alex Isenegger, founder of Linkilaw. We hear from Alex first-hand the challenges she faced when starting up. The legal industry is heavily populated by men who have been in the industry for decades. Alex entered the industry, as a young female founder who went in headfirst. Alex faced many initial challenges for her new start-up, like spending money on the wrong things and realising a commission-only model wouldn't scale. Alex shares all her learnings along the w... Episode 15 - we catch up with Alex Isenegger, founder of Linkilaw. We hear from Alex first-hand the challenges she faced when starting up. The legal industry is heavily populated by men who have been in the industry for decades. Alex entered the industry, as a young female founder who went in headfirst. Alex faced many initial challenges for her new start-up, like spending money on the wrong things and realising a commission-only model wouldn't scale. Alex shares all her learnings along the w... entrepreneurship, investment, legaltech, femalefounder, enterprise, cofounders, podcast, sme, starting a business, founders, finance, startup, legal, innovation, accountancy, startuptips, law false full 15 1 Buzzsprout-3997931 But the books: Balancing more than just the Books Episode 14 - we speak with Zoe Whitman, founder of But the Books. Zoe shares her story of how she started the business, how it has grown and the many challenges she has faced along the way. Zoe is a mother of two and publisher of a book called Know your numbers. Zoe shares her tips for people thinking of starting their own business. https://www.butthebooks.co.uk/

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]]> Mon, 1 Jun 2020 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 14 - we speak with Zoe Whitman, founder of But the Books. Zoe shares her story of how she started the business, how it has grown and the many challenges she has faced along the way. Zoe is a mother of two and publisher of a book called Know your numbers. Zoe shares her tips for people thinking of starting their own business. https://www.butthebooks.co.uk/

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]]> But the books: Balancing more than just the Books Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage 00:32:58 Episode 14 - we speak with Zoe Whitman, founder of But the Books. Zoe shares her story of how she started the business, how it has grown and the many challenges she has faced along the way. Zoe is a mother of two and publisher of a book called Know your numbers. Zoe shares her tips for people thinking of starting their own business. https://www.butthebooks.co.uk/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective Securit... Episode 14 - we speak with Zoe Whitman, founder of But the Books. Zoe shares her story of how she started the business, how it has grown and the many challenges she has faced along the way. Zoe is a mother of two and publisher of a book called Know your numbers. Zoe shares her tips for people thinking of starting their own business. https://www.butthebooks.co.uk/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective Securit... accounting, entrepreneurship, investment, bristol, enterprise, cofounders, podcast, sme, starting a business, creative, bookkeeping, founders, finance, startup, innovation, accountancy, startuptips false full 14 1 Buzzsprout-3711344 Mini Mealtimes - The accidental entrepreneur Episode 13 - we speak to Marie Farmer, founder of Mini Mealtimes. Like most of us, Marie was a concerned first-time parent, but after speaking with other parents, she quickly realised she wasn't alone. Marie found weaning her son a daunting task, she wanted to know he was getting a healthy, nutritious and balanced diet. This was when Mini Mealtimes was born. It is an app to offer parents reassurance, support and ideas for feeding their children. We speak to Marie about how and when the idea came about, her early challenges she had to overcome along her start-up journey and what advice she would pass onto other thinking about starting a business. https://www.minimealtimes.com/

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]]> Mon, 11 May 2020 22:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 13 - we speak to Marie Farmer, founder of Mini Mealtimes. Like most of us, Marie was a concerned first-time parent, but after speaking with other parents, she quickly realised she wasn't alone. Marie found weaning her son a daunting task, she wanted to know he was getting a healthy, nutritious and balanced diet. This was when Mini Mealtimes was born. It is an app to offer parents reassurance, support and ideas for feeding their children. We speak to Marie about how and when the idea came about, her early challenges she had to overcome along her start-up journey and what advice she would pass onto other thinking about starting a business. https://www.minimealtimes.com/

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]]> Mini Mealtimes - The accidental entrepreneur Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage 00:33:20 Episode 13 - we speak to Marie Farmer, founder of Mini Mealtimes. Like most of us, Marie was a concerned first-time parent, but after speaking with other parents, she quickly realised she wasn't alone. Marie found weaning her son a daunting task, she wanted to know he was getting a healthy, nutritious and balanced diet. This was when Mini Mealtimes was born. It is an app to offer parents reassurance, support and ideas for feeding their children. We speak to Marie about how and when the idea c... Episode 13 - we speak to Marie Farmer, founder of Mini Mealtimes. Like most of us, Marie was a concerned first-time parent, but after speaking with other parents, she quickly realised she wasn't alone. Marie found weaning her son a daunting task, she wanted to know he was getting a healthy, nutritious and balanced diet. This was when Mini Mealtimes was born. It is an app to offer parents reassurance, support and ideas for feeding their children. We speak to Marie about how and when the idea c... entrepreneurship, investment, bristol, enterprise, cofounders, podcast, sme, starting a business, babies, founders, parents, startup, innovation, startuptips, app false full 13 1 Buzzsprout-3528052 Crowdcube - How to fundraise from your crowd Episode 12 - we catch up with Luke Lang, one of the co-founders of Crowdcube (founded 2011), which was the world's first equity crowdfunding platform. Luke gives some invaluable insights into how Crowdcube started, their early challenges and growing pains with scaling. Luke passes on what advice he would give start-ups trying to raise funding. https://www.crowdcube.com/

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]]> Mon, 27 Apr 2020 20:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Luke Lang) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 12 - we catch up with Luke Lang, one of the co-founders of Crowdcube (founded 2011), which was the world's first equity crowdfunding platform. Luke gives some invaluable insights into how Crowdcube started, their early challenges and growing pains with scaling. Luke passes on what advice he would give start-ups trying to raise funding. https://www.crowdcube.com/

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]]> Crowdcube - How to fundraise from your crowd Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Luke Lang 00:30:12 Episode 12 - we catch up with Luke Lang, one of the co-founders of Crowdcube (founded 2011), which was the world's first equity crowdfunding platform. Luke gives some invaluable insights into how Crowdcube started, their early challenges and growing pains with scaling. Luke passes on what advice he would give start-ups trying to raise funding. https://www.crowdcube.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective ... Episode 12 - we catch up with Luke Lang, one of the co-founders of Crowdcube (founded 2011), which was the world's first equity crowdfunding platform. Luke gives some invaluable insights into how Crowdcube started, their early challenges and growing pains with scaling. Luke passes on what advice he would give start-ups trying to raise funding. https://www.crowdcube.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective ... entrepreneurship, enterprise, crowdcube, podcast, sme, starting a business, crowd, founders, luke lang, startup, angel, funding, equity, innovation, startuptips, crowdfunding false full 12 1 Buzzsprout-3341995 COVID-19 - How will your business adapt? Episode 11 - how is your business adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic? Want to know what support is available for your business? We speak to influencers in the region about what support is available businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. We speak to Sam Holliday from Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), Ed Boal from Stephenson Law, Zoe Whitman FCCA MICB from But the Books & Calum Doutch from Tapestry Brewery. 

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]]> Mon, 13 Apr 2020 21:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Sam Holliday, Ed Boal, Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Calum Doutch, Zoe Whitman) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 11 - how is your business adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic? Want to know what support is available for your business? We speak to influencers in the region about what support is available businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. We speak to Sam Holliday from Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), Ed Boal from Stephenson Law, Zoe Whitman FCCA MICB from But the Books & Calum Doutch from Tapestry Brewery. 

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]]> COVID-19 - How will your business adapt? Sam Holliday, Ed Boal, Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Calum Doutch, Zoe Whitman 00:39:42 Episode 11 - how is your business adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic? Want to know what support is available for your business? We speak to influencers in the region about what support is available businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. We speak to Sam Holliday from Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), Ed Boal from Stephenson Law, Zoe Whitman FCCA MICB from But the Books & Calum Doutch from Tapestry Brewery. Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly spons... Episode 11 - how is your business adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic? Want to know what support is available for your business? We speak to influencers in the region about what support is available businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. We speak to Sam Holliday from Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), Ed Boal from Stephenson Law, Zoe Whitman FCCA MICB from But the Books & Calum Doutch from Tapestry Brewery. Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly spons... entrepreneurship, bristol, enterprise, west of england, podcast, sme, starting a business, corona virus, fsb, founders, covid19, startup, innovation, startuptips false full 11 1 Buzzsprout-2990494 Tapestry - How start-ups are getting crafty Episode 10 - we chat with Calum Doutch & Dan Snow, founders of Tapestry Brewery. They discuss their journey from being Brewery employees to owning their own Brewery, with a taphouse and pizza oven. Listen to episode 10 to hear more about their story, work/life balance, networking, challenges and start-up advice. https://www.tapestrybrewery.com/

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]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2020 22:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Calum Doutch & Dan Snow) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 10 - we chat with Calum Doutch & Dan Snow, founders of Tapestry Brewery. They discuss their journey from being Brewery employees to owning their own Brewery, with a taphouse and pizza oven. Listen to episode 10 to hear more about their story, work/life balance, networking, challenges and start-up advice. https://www.tapestrybrewery.com/

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]]> Tapestry - How start-ups are getting crafty Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Calum Doutch & Dan Snow 00:32:05 Episode 10 - we chat with Calum Doutch & Dan Snow, founders of Tapestry Brewery. They discuss their journey from being Brewery employees to owning their own Brewery, with a taphouse and pizza oven. Listen to episode 10 to hear more about their story, work/life balance, networking, challenges and start-up advice. https://www.tapestrybrewery.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective Security Authority - N... Episode 10 - we chat with Calum Doutch & Dan Snow, founders of Tapestry Brewery. They discuss their journey from being Brewery employees to owning their own Brewery, with a taphouse and pizza oven. Listen to episode 10 to hear more about their story, work/life balance, networking, challenges and start-up advice. https://www.tapestrybrewery.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective Security Authority - N... entrepreneurship, bristol, enterprise, west of england, craft beer, cofounders, podcast, sme, starting a business, founders, startup, inspire, innovation, startuptips false full 10 1 Buzzsprout-2868412 Tapmydata - The entrepreneurs who can't stop starting Episode 9 - we speak with serial entrepreneurs Tom Holder and Gilbert Hill, co-founders of TapMyData. In today's digital age, we're constantly being bombarded with advertising and our data is being used as a currency. Tom and Gilbert are driven by their mission to put data and privacy back in the hands of the people. We find out more about the PrivTech sector, and what it’s like to be a serial entrepreneur. https://tapmydata.com/

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]]> Mon, 2 Mar 2020 22:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Tom Holder & Gilbert Hill) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 9 - we speak with serial entrepreneurs Tom Holder and Gilbert Hill, co-founders of TapMyData. In today's digital age, we're constantly being bombarded with advertising and our data is being used as a currency. Tom and Gilbert are driven by their mission to put data and privacy back in the hands of the people. We find out more about the PrivTech sector, and what it’s like to be a serial entrepreneur. https://tapmydata.com/

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]]> Tapmydata - The entrepreneurs who can't stop starting Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Tom Holder & Gilbert Hill 00:32:43 Episode 9 - we speak with serial entrepreneurs Tom Holder and Gilbert Hill, co-founders of TapMyData. In today's digital age, we're constantly being bombarded with advertising and our data is being used as a currency. Tom and Gilbert are driven by their mission to put data and privacy back in the hands of the people. We find out more about the PrivTech sector, and what it’s like to be a serial entrepreneur. https://tapmydata.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showPro... Episode 9 - we speak with serial entrepreneurs Tom Holder and Gilbert Hill, co-founders of TapMyData. In today's digital age, we're constantly being bombarded with advertising and our data is being used as a currency. Tom and Gilbert are driven by their mission to put data and privacy back in the hands of the people. We find out more about the PrivTech sector, and what it’s like to be a serial entrepreneur. https://tapmydata.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showPro... sar, entrepreneurship, bristol, serial entrepreneurs, enterprise, west of england, cofounders, podcast, sme, starting a business, founders, trademark, strategy, intellectual property, startup, inspire, innovation, privacy, startuptips, data, movitation false full 9 1 Buzzsprout-2743054 Genesis - How to define your vision, purpose and values Episode 8 - we catch up with Darrell Irwin, founder of Cre8ion, a brand marketing agency in Bristol. The business had an unusual beginning, it was actually part of a charity, but this element of the charity ended up doing well commercially, therefore Darrell decided to launch Cre8ion as a start-up in 2016. Darrell also launched Genesis, which is automating brand design for start-ups and small organisations. The platform uses machine learning and decision tree structures to produce new brands, quickly and cost effectively, whilst at the same time ensuring businesses are clear on their purpose and values. Darrell discusses his background, R&D, implementing a 4 day work week and his support network. https://cre8ion.co.uk/ 

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]]> Tue, 18 Feb 2020 01:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 8 - we catch up with Darrell Irwin, founder of Cre8ion, a brand marketing agency in Bristol. The business had an unusual beginning, it was actually part of a charity, but this element of the charity ended up doing well commercially, therefore Darrell decided to launch Cre8ion as a start-up in 2016. Darrell also launched Genesis, which is automating brand design for start-ups and small organisations. The platform uses machine learning and decision tree structures to produce new brands, quickly and cost effectively, whilst at the same time ensuring businesses are clear on their purpose and values. Darrell discusses his background, R&D, implementing a 4 day work week and his support network. https://cre8ion.co.uk/ 

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]]> Genesis - How to define your vision, purpose and values Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage 00:32:58 Episode 8 - we catch up with Darrell Irwin, founder of Cre8ion, a brand marketing agency in Bristol. The business had an unusual beginning, it was actually part of a charity, but this element of the charity ended up doing well commercially, therefore Darrell decided to launch Cre8ion as a start-up in 2016. Darrell also launched Genesis, which is automating brand design for start-ups and small organisations. The platform uses machine learning and decision tree structures to produce new brands,... Episode 8 - we catch up with Darrell Irwin, founder of Cre8ion, a brand marketing agency in Bristol. The business had an unusual beginning, it was actually part of a charity, but this element of the charity ended up doing well commercially, therefore Darrell decided to launch Cre8ion as a start-up in 2016. Darrell also launched Genesis, which is automating brand design for start-ups and small organisations. The platform uses machine learning and decision tree structures to produce new brands,... r & d, entrepreneurship, bristol, enterprise, west of england, cofounders, podcast, sme, starting a business, founders, trademark, patent, branding, strategy, intellectual property, startup, design, inspire, innovation, startuptips, movitation false full 8 1 Buzzsprout-2650126 ORCA - How to go into business with a friend Episode 7 - we get chatting with James Ewin and Joel Rosen, who have been long-standing friends since their school years. Both took different routes into design. In 2011 they took the decision to go into business together, and started up ORCA. We discuss cash-flow, recruitment, and some great advice on working with a friend. https://onlyorca.com/

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]]> Tue, 4 Feb 2020 05:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // Feat James Ewin & Joel Rosen) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 7 - we get chatting with James Ewin and Joel Rosen, who have been long-standing friends since their school years. Both took different routes into design. In 2011 they took the decision to go into business together, and started up ORCA. We discuss cash-flow, recruitment, and some great advice on working with a friend. https://onlyorca.com/

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]]> ORCA - How to go into business with a friend Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // Feat James Ewin & Joel Rosen 00:34:40 Episode 7 - we get chatting with James Ewin and Joel Rosen, who have been long-standing friends since their school years. Both took different routes into design. In 2011 they took the decision to go into business together, and started up ORCA. We discuss cash-flow, recruitment, and some great advice on working with a friend. https://onlyorca.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective Security Authority - NSP... Episode 7 - we get chatting with James Ewin and Joel Rosen, who have been long-standing friends since their school years. Both took different routes into design. In 2011 they took the decision to go into business together, and started up ORCA. We discuss cash-flow, recruitment, and some great advice on working with a friend. https://onlyorca.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective Security Authority - NSP... entrepreneurship, bristol, goldm, enterprise, west of england, cofounders, podcast, sme, starting a business, founders, trademark, patent, branding, strategy, intellectual property, startup, design, inspire, innovation, startuptips, movitation false full 7 1 Buzzsprout-2514463 BUNK - Disrupting the rental sector Episode 6 - we chat to Tom Willard and Jack Widnell, co-founders of BUNK. Tom, Jack (and friends) were studying at University of the West of England (UWE), when they were about to lose the majority of their £3,000 deposit on their student digs. This frustration ultimately turned into a disruptive business. We find out about why they want to fix the rental sector, discuss disruption, innovative business models, venture funding, mentoring and facing objections head-on. https://rentbunk.com/

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]]> Tue, 21 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // Feat Tom Woollard and Jack Widnell) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 6 - we chat to Tom Willard and Jack Widnell, co-founders of BUNK. Tom, Jack (and friends) were studying at University of the West of England (UWE), when they were about to lose the majority of their £3,000 deposit on their student digs. This frustration ultimately turned into a disruptive business. We find out about why they want to fix the rental sector, discuss disruption, innovative business models, venture funding, mentoring and facing objections head-on. https://rentbunk.com/

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]]> BUNK - Disrupting the rental sector Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // Feat Tom Woollard and Jack Widnell 00:29:35 Episode 6 - we chat to Tom Willard and Jack Widnell, co-founders of BUNK. Tom, Jack (and friends) were studying at University of the West of England (UWE), when they were about to lose the majority of their £3,000 deposit on their student digs. This frustration ultimately turned into a disruptive business. We find out about why they want to fix the rental sector, discuss disruption, innovative business models, venture funding, mentoring and facing objections head-on. https://rentbunk.com/Text... Episode 6 - we chat to Tom Willard and Jack Widnell, co-founders of BUNK. Tom, Jack (and friends) were studying at University of the West of England (UWE), when they were about to lose the majority of their £3,000 deposit on their student digs. This frustration ultimately turned into a disruptive business. We find out about why they want to fix the rental sector, discuss disruption, innovative business models, venture funding, mentoring and facing objections head-on. https://rentbunk.com/Text... university, uwe, entrepreneurship, bristol, enterprise, west of england, rental, cofounders, podcast, property, sme, starting a business, founders, trademark, patent, intellectual property, startup, inspire, innovation, startuptips, movitation false full 6 1 Buzzsprout-2481803 Fitbakes - How to get in and out of large retailers Episode 5 - we catch up with Ella Rauen-Prestes, founder of Fitbakes. Ella moved to the UK from Rio de Janeiro. Ella was shocked that there weren't any healthy cake options when she moved to the UK! Ella made it her mission to bring high protein and low-calorie cakes to the masses. This episode covers minimum viable products, selling online, utilising influencers and getting Fitbakes into high profile retailers. https://www.fitbakes.co.uk/

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]]> Tue, 14 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Ella Rauen-Prestes) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 5 - we catch up with Ella Rauen-Prestes, founder of Fitbakes. Ella moved to the UK from Rio de Janeiro. Ella was shocked that there weren't any healthy cake options when she moved to the UK! Ella made it her mission to bring high protein and low-calorie cakes to the masses. This episode covers minimum viable products, selling online, utilising influencers and getting Fitbakes into high profile retailers. https://www.fitbakes.co.uk/

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]]> Fitbakes - How to get in and out of large retailers Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Ella Rauen-Prestes 00:30:46 Episode 5 - we catch up with Ella Rauen-Prestes, founder of Fitbakes. Ella moved to the UK from Rio de Janeiro. Ella was shocked that there weren't any healthy cake options when she moved to the UK! Ella made it her mission to bring high protein and low-calorie cakes to the masses. This episode covers minimum viable products, selling online, utilising influencers and getting Fitbakes into high profile retailers. https://www.fitbakes.co.uk/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport t... Episode 5 - we catch up with Ella Rauen-Prestes, founder of Fitbakes. Ella moved to the UK from Rio de Janeiro. Ella was shocked that there weren't any healthy cake options when she moved to the UK! Ella made it her mission to bring high protein and low-calorie cakes to the masses. This episode covers minimum viable products, selling online, utilising influencers and getting Fitbakes into high profile retailers. https://www.fitbakes.co.uk/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport t... retail, entrepreneurship, investment, bristol, enterprise, west of england, cake, cofounders, podcast, mentor, sme, starting a business, founders, trademark, patent, intellectual property, startup, inspire, innovation, startuptips, movitation false full 5 1 Buzzsprout-2281721 Rockit - Bringing innovation into the babysleep market Episode 4 - we get chatting with Matt Dyson, one of three co-founders of Rockit. Rockit was born following a conversation around the Christmas dinner table and provides a much need solution for new parents. We discuss how the idea came about, the importance of protecting intellectual property, worldwide distribution and new product development. https://rockitrocker.com/

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]]> Rockit - Bringing innovation into the babysleep market Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Matt Dyson 00:30:59 Episode 4 - we get chatting with Matt Dyson, one of three co-founders of Rockit. Rockit was born following a conversation around the Christmas dinner table and provides a much need solution for new parents. We discuss how the idea came about, the importance of protecting intellectual property, worldwide distribution and new product development. https://rockitrocker.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective ... Episode 4 - we get chatting with Matt Dyson, one of three co-founders of Rockit. Rockit was born following a conversation around the Christmas dinner table and provides a much need solution for new parents. We discuss how the idea came about, the importance of protecting intellectual property, worldwide distribution and new product development. https://rockitrocker.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective ... babysleep, entrepreneurship, bristol, enterprise, west of england, cofounders, podcast, sme, starting a business, founders, trademark, patent, intellectual property, startup, design, inspire, baby, parenting, innovation, startuptips, movitation false full 4 1 Buzzsprout-2204726 Street2Boardroom - 'It’s not where you’re from that counts, it’s where you’re going' Episode 3 - we speak with Street2Boardroom founder, Clayton Planter. Taking strength from the position of underdog, being ‘the 2%’, and calling upon the most extraordinary network, Clayton says ‘I always knew I wanted to be someone different’. Through a hugely inspiring chat, what emerges are not just global ambitions but wise words for people from all backgrounds. https://www.street2boardroom.com/

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]]> Tue, 3 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Clayton Planter) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 3 - we speak with Street2Boardroom founder, Clayton Planter. Taking strength from the position of underdog, being ‘the 2%’, and calling upon the most extraordinary network, Clayton says ‘I always knew I wanted to be someone different’. Through a hugely inspiring chat, what emerges are not just global ambitions but wise words for people from all backgrounds. https://www.street2boardroom.com/

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]]> Street2Boardroom - 'It’s not where you’re from that counts, it’s where you’re going' Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // feat Clayton Planter 00:29:40 Episode 3 - we speak with Street2Boardroom founder, Clayton Planter. Taking strength from the position of underdog, being ‘the 2%’, and calling upon the most extraordinary network, Clayton says ‘I always knew I wanted to be someone different’. Through a hugely inspiring chat, what emerges are not just global ambitions but wise words for people from all backgrounds. https://www.street2boardroom.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful ... Episode 3 - we speak with Street2Boardroom founder, Clayton Planter. Taking strength from the position of underdog, being ‘the 2%’, and calling upon the most extraordinary network, Clayton says ‘I always knew I wanted to be someone different’. Through a hugely inspiring chat, what emerges are not just global ambitions but wise words for people from all backgrounds. https://www.street2boardroom.com/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful ... entrepreneurship, bristol, enterprise, west of england, cofounders, podcast, sme, starting a business, founders, projects, startup, inspire, innovation, startuptips, movitation false full 3 1 Buzzsprout-2110494 KINGS - Empowering men to live healthier and happier lives Episode 2 - we chat with KINGS grooming founder, Blué O'Connor. KINGS is an ethical vegan aftershave, fragrance and grooming brand. We dive into the world of crowdfunding, offering advice & tips on how to launch a crowdfunding campaign. www.kings-grooming.com

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]]> Tue, 19 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // Feat Blue O'Connor) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 2 - we chat with KINGS grooming founder, Blué O'Connor. KINGS is an ethical vegan aftershave, fragrance and grooming brand. We dive into the world of crowdfunding, offering advice & tips on how to launch a crowdfunding campaign. www.kings-grooming.com

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]]> KINGS - Empowering men to live healthier and happier lives Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // Feat Blue O'Connor 00:28:18 Episode 2 - we chat with KINGS grooming founder, Blué O'Connor. KINGS is an ethical vegan aftershave, fragrance and grooming brand. We dive into the world of crowdfunding, offering advice & tips on how to launch a crowdfunding campaign. www.kings-grooming.comText us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective Security Authority - NSPA: The Secure Innovation campaign helps you take steps to protect your business from ... Episode 2 - we chat with KINGS grooming founder, Blué O'Connor. KINGS is an ethical vegan aftershave, fragrance and grooming brand. We dive into the world of crowdfunding, offering advice & tips on how to launch a crowdfunding campaign. www.kings-grooming.comText us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective Security Authority - NSPA: The Secure Innovation campaign helps you take steps to protect your business from ... plasticfree, entrepreneurship, mental health, vegan, bristol, enterprise, west of england, cofounders, podcast, sme, starting a business, ethical, founders, startup, zerowaste, talkclub, inspire, innovation, startuptips, crowdfunding false full 2 1 Buzzsprout-1924910 Zero Green - Pioneering plastic free shopping Episode 1 - we speak with Zero Green co-founders, Stacey Fordham & Lidia Rueda Losada, who pioneered plastic-free shopping in Bristol. We discuss the challenges that come with being a first time start-up founder, the benefits of first-mover advantage and the importance of believing in your business idea. https://www.zerogreenbristol.co.uk/

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]]> Tue, 5 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000 ollie@foundedandgrounded.co.uk (Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // Feat Stacey Fordham & Lidia Rueda Losada) http://foundedandgrounded.com Episode 1 - we speak with Zero Green co-founders, Stacey Fordham & Lidia Rueda Losada, who pioneered plastic-free shopping in Bristol. We discuss the challenges that come with being a first time start-up founder, the benefits of first-mover advantage and the importance of believing in your business idea. https://www.zerogreenbristol.co.uk/

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]]> Zero Green - Pioneering plastic free shopping Ollie Collard & Andrew Parsonage // Feat Stacey Fordham & Lidia Rueda Losada 00:23:57 Episode 1 - we speak with Zero Green co-founders, Stacey Fordham & Lidia Rueda Losada, who pioneered plastic-free shopping in Bristol. We discuss the challenges that come with being a first time start-up founder, the benefits of first-mover advantage and the importance of believing in your business idea. https://www.zerogreenbristol.co.uk/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective Security Authority - NSPA: ... Episode 1 - we speak with Zero Green co-founders, Stacey Fordham & Lidia Rueda Losada, who pioneered plastic-free shopping in Bristol. We discuss the challenges that come with being a first time start-up founder, the benefits of first-mover advantage and the importance of believing in your business idea. https://www.zerogreenbristol.co.uk/Text us your feedback and feature on the showSupport the showProudly sponsored by our wonderful partners:National Protective Security Authority - NSPA: ... plasticfree, hugh fearnley whittingstall, entrepreneurship, bristol, enterprise, west of england, cofounders, podcast, sme, starting a business, founders, startup, zerowaste, inspire, first-mover advantage, innovation, startuptips false full 1 1