18 episodes

Brought to you by Food Circle, the UK's fastest growing surplus food retailer, this podcast documents the journey and the learnings of Food Circle's founders, James and Paul. Join them as they discuss a variety of topics relating to entrepreneurship and interview guests about their experiences. Looking for inspiration to start your business journey from nothing? Look no further!

Business Life Food Circle Supermarket Ltd

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 7 Ratings

Brought to you by Food Circle, the UK's fastest growing surplus food retailer, this podcast documents the journey and the learnings of Food Circle's founders, James and Paul. Join them as they discuss a variety of topics relating to entrepreneurship and interview guests about their experiences. Looking for inspiration to start your business journey from nothing? Look no further!

    Sport

    Sport

    This week, Paul & James go off-topic a little bit to talk about sport - the football teams they support, favourite football grounds, other sports they like, and they also name their least favourite foods!
    Episode contains some strong language.
    Music by Joakim Karud.

    • 44 min
    E-commerce

    E-commerce

    Paul and James discuss e-commerce, including current trends in the sector, the future of retail, and what it's like starting an e-commerce business. Plus, find out about Paul & James's favourite businesses outside Food Circle.
    Episode may contain some strong language.
    Music by Joakim Karud.

    • 36 min
    Starting a business

    Starting a business

    Paul and James discuss starting a business, some of the challenges thrown up, key learnings for new entrepreneurs to consider, and also talk about their favourite travel destinations!
    Episode may contain some strong language.
    Music by Joakim Karud.

    • 47 min
    Social Media

    Social Media

    Paul and James discuss their thoughts on social media, including its positives and negative aspects in daily life, and also its uses, advantages and disadvantages as a business tool.
    Episode may contain some strong language.
    Music by Joakim Karud.

    • 34 min
    Being Yourself & Sales

    Being Yourself & Sales

    Paul and James discuss being yourself, in life and in business, including some honest insights about their own personal experiences (and sometimes struggles) with being authentic. They also discuss the differences between good and bad sales techniques.
    Towards the end of the podcast, the draw and announcement takes place for the winner of our Mountain Joe's giveaway competition. Thank you for everybody that listened, answered the question and took part! 
    Episode contains some strong language.
    Music by Joakim Karud.

    • 50 min
    Public speaking, advice & mentorship. Plus a Mountain Joe’s giveaway competition!

    Public speaking, advice & mentorship. Plus a Mountain Joe’s giveaway competition!

    Paul and James discuss their experiences of public speaking, analysing what makes a good public speaker, plus their tips and hints from personal experience. They also discuss business mentorship and advice, what makes good business advice, and how seriously advice should be taken.
    There is also an opportunity to enter our Mountain Joe's giveaway competition. Listen to the podcast and answer the question via email or social media for the chance to win 5 boxes of Mountain Joe's bars! Entries close w/b 7th February 2022, and the winner will be selected at random in the next instalment of the podcast. Good luck!
    Episode contains some strong language. Music by Joakim Karud.

    • 39 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
7 Ratings

7 Ratings

DJHiggins ,

Motivational and funny

Interesting and motivational podcast from two funny guys with an array of likeminded guests. Gives an honest, inspirational take on modern business, would definitely recommend.

Azena 63 ,

Well Done Food Circle

Interesting insight from a genuine couple of guys who have clearly worked hard to build a sound business with a green conscience...

LewCain ,

The best!

Top business with a great message and vision. Enjoyed hearing how it began!

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