Screw It Just Do It with Alex Chisnall

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Screw It Just Do It with Alex Chisnall

Welcome to the Screw It Just DO It podcast Subscribe and be a part of the movement to help you get to where you want to be. I'm your host Alex Chisnall, and on this podcast I look to answer one simple question: How do you get to where you want to be? I chat to inspirational entrepreneurs, sports stars, and entertainers who took the leap. They became the people they wanted to be. They did what they always wanted to do. They might just help you discover how to do it too... I'm an entrepreneur and podcaster, who's fascinated by human potential. I love taking my guest's experiences plus things I have learnt along the way to help others get to where they want to be. I'm super-proud for this show to be in the top 1% of all podcasts globally, listened to in 180+ countries and charted #1 everywhere from the UK to Uganda. Every Wednesday morning we launch a new episode and we encourage and are grateful all your comments. Cheers, Alex 🤘🏼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-chisnall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexanderchisnall/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alex.chisnall/ Twitter / X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-chisnall/

  1. From Kitchen Experiments to Multi-Million Pound Brand with Cassandra Stavrou

    1 DAY AGO

    From Kitchen Experiments to Multi-Million Pound Brand with Cassandra Stavrou

    In this episode of Screw It Just Do It Sessions, Alex Chisnall chats with Cassandra Stavrou, founder of Propercorn, about her journey from quitting her job at a top ad agency to disrupting the snack industry with one of the UK’s fastest-growing brands. Cassandra shares the incredible story of how her late father’s gift of a popcorn machine inspired her to take the leap into entrepreneurship. She talks about the resilience needed to navigate the challenges of manufacturing, how a cement mixer and a car spray painting kit played a crucial role in the early days, and how securing Google as a first customer set Propercorn on the path to success. Key Topics Covered Include: How a moment of serendipity pushed Cassandra to start PropercornThe challenges of manufacturing and creative solutions for scalingHow Google became Propercorn’s first major customerThe importance of staying focused and resisting “shiny object syndrome”Why strategic partnerships and strong branding are key to long-term successHiring for attitude over experience and building a team cultureNavigating competition and standing out in a crowded marketThe future of Propercorn and expansion into new product lines 🔥 Ready to take action and build something great? 🔥Join thousands of entrepreneurs, creators, and business minds who are turning ideas into reality. Subscribe to Screw It Just Do It for inspiring conversations, practical advice, and behind-the-scenes insights from those who’ve done it before. 🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast platform! 📩 Subscribe to the Newsletter for exclusive content and updates! 📲 Follow Us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter for more insights! 💬 What’s stopping you from starting? Drop a comment or DM—we’d love to hear your story! #ScrewItJustDoIt #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Podcast #TakeAction 🚀

    11 min
  2. How Pippa Murray Built Pip & Nut Into a Multi-Million Pound Brand

    18 MAR

    How Pippa Murray Built Pip & Nut Into a Multi-Million Pound Brand

    How do you take a homemade idea and turn it into a supermarket success? Pippa Murray, founder of Pip & Nut, joins us to share her incredible journey from creating nut butter in her kitchen to scaling her business to millions in retail sales. In this episode, we dive into: How Pippa turned a £10,000 startup loan into a thriving brandThe challenges of scaling production & securing supermarket listingsThe power of mentorship and raising capital through CrowdcubeWhy avoiding palm oil was a strategic decision for Pip & NutBalancing entrepreneurship, health, and marathon training 💡 If you're a food entrepreneur or aspiring startup founder, this episode is packed with insights to help you launch, fund, and scale your business successfully. 🔥 Ready to take action and build something great? 🔥Join thousands of entrepreneurs, creators, and business minds who are turning ideas into reality. Subscribe to Screw It Just Do It for inspiring conversations, practical advice, and behind-the-scenes insights from those who’ve done it before. 🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast platform! 📩 Subscribe to the Newsletter for exclusive content and updates! 📲 Follow Us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter for more insights! 💬 What’s stopping you from starting? Drop a comment or DM—we’d love to hear your story! #ScrewItJustDoIt #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Podcast #TakeAction 🚀

    45 min
  3. The Startup Funding Playbook with Seedrs’ Jeff Lynn

    11 MAR

    The Startup Funding Playbook with Seedrs’ Jeff Lynn

    In this episode of Screw It Just Do It, Jeff Lynn, co-founder of Republic Europe (formerly Seedrs), shares his journey of building one of Europe’s leading equity crowdfunding platforms. What started as a university project evolved into a platform that has facilitated over £1.5 billion in investments across 1,500+ businesses. Jeff discusses the challenges of navigating regulatory approval, scaling a startup, and the importance of hiring the right team. He also reflects on his transition from CEO to Executive Chairman and the lessons learned in helping everyday investors back early-stage businesses. Key Topics Covered Include: How to raise investment through equity crowdfundingThe legal & regulatory challenges startups faceWhy market research alone isn’t enough to validate an idea 🔥 Ready to take action and build something great? 🔥 Join thousands of entrepreneurs, creators, and business minds who are turning ideas into reality. Subscribe to Screw It Just Do It for inspiring conversations, practical advice, and behind-the-scenes insights from those who’ve done it before. 🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast platform! 📩 Subscribe to the Newsletter for exclusive content and updates! 📲 Follow Us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter for more insights! 💬 What’s stopping you from starting? Drop a comment or DM—we’d love to hear your story! #ScrewItJustDoIt #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Podcast #TakeAction 🚀

    8 min
  4. From Side Hustle to Global Brand: The SORTED Food Story

    4 MAR

    From Side Hustle to Global Brand: The SORTED Food Story

    In this episode of Screw It Just Do It, I sit down with Ben, Mike, and Barry, the co-founders of SORTED Food, one of the world’s most popular food channels. What started as a casual conversation in a pub about cooking skills has turned into a brand with millions of followers and brand partnerships with household names like Co-op. 🎤 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How Sorted Food bootstrapped their business using YouTube and social mediaThe role of collaborations and partnerships in growing a brandWhy engagement and conversation are key to long-term business successThe future of food content, online courses, and audience-driven product creation 🔥 Ready to take action and build something great? 🔥 Join thousands of entrepreneurs, creators, and business minds who are turning ideas into reality. Subscribe to Screw It Just Do It for inspiring conversations, practical advice, and behind-the-scenes insights from those who’ve done it before. 🎧 Listen Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast platform! 📩 Subscribe to the Newsletter for exclusive content and updates! 📲 Follow Us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter for more insights! 💬 What’s stopping you from starting? Drop a comment or DM—we’d love to hear your story! #ScrewItJustDoIt #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Podcast #TakeAction 🚀

    11 min
  5. 5 Proven Ways to Monetise Your Personal Brand with Chris Ducker

    25 FEB

    5 Proven Ways to Monetise Your Personal Brand with Chris Ducker

    In this episode of Screw It Just Do It Session, Alex Chisnall sits down with Chris Ducker, renowned entrepreneur and author, to unpack actionable strategies for monetizing your personal brand. From leveraging coaching and consulting to launching scalable digital products, Chris shares five powerful methods to turn your expertise into income. With over 7 million podcast downloads and a thriving membership community, Chris offers insights into building influence, creating recurring revenue, and embracing a "mission over money" mindset. Whether you're a solopreneur or scaling a team, this episode is packed with tips to help you serve your audience and grow your business. Key Topics Covered Include: Five ways to monetise a personal brand: coaching, affiliate marketing, digital products, memberships, and live events The importance of charging what you're worth and avoiding free giveaways Creating trust and influence through consistent content and community building Adapting to virtual events for scalability and reach How to effectively survey your audience to identify their biggest struggles

    15 min
  6. How Candy Kittens Built a Brand That Stands Out

    18 FEB

    How Candy Kittens Built a Brand That Stands Out

    In this Screw It Just Do It session, Jamie Laing and Ed Williams, the founders of Candy Kittens, share their journey from a small pop-up shop to a nationally recognised brand. They discuss the challenges of launching a new product, the importance of building a strong brand identity, and why knowing your target customer is key. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or already growing your business, this episode is packed with insights on product development, retail partnerships, and leveraging social media to create a loyal customer base. Key Topics Covered Include: The early struggles of launching Candy Kittens How to get your product stocked in major supermarkets The power of branding and customer profiling Why resilience is key in entrepreneurship Expanding into the vegan market

    5 min
  7. How John Lee Dumas Built a $10M Business: Productivity, Discipline & Focus

    11 FEB

    How John Lee Dumas Built a $10M Business: Productivity, Discipline & Focus

    Join Alex Chisnall as he sits down with John Lee Dumas, the host of EO Fire, one of the world’s top-rated business podcasts. In this episode, John shares his transformative journey from US Army platoon leader to a globally successful entrepreneur. He delves into the challenges of his six-year struggle, the discipline instilled during his military service, and the pivotal moment that led to the creation of EO Fire. Learn how John generated over $10 million in revenue, the power of crowdfunding for validating business ideas, and why mastering productivity, discipline, and focus is essential for entrepreneurial success. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this episode offers valuable insights into creating, scaling, and sustaining a business. Key Topics Covered Include: The six-year journey to entrepreneurial success Leveraging crowdfunding to validate business ideas Building a global audience through valuable content Overcoming imposter syndrome and embracing opportunities Mastering productivity, discipline, and focus

    8 min
  8. Pat Flynn’s Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Start Smart, Stay Aligned

    4 FEB

    Pat Flynn’s Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Start Smart, Stay Aligned

    In this session of Screw It Just Do It, Alex Chisnall talks with Pat Flynn, a thought leader in online entrepreneurship and the creator of Smart Passive Income. Pat shares his journey from losing his architecture job in 2008 to building a multimillion-dollar business that inspires entrepreneurs worldwide. Pat reveals how he turned down a six-figure job offer to align his work with his values, why market validation is crucial, and how transparency has been a key driver of his success. If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or business owner, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you start, grow, and thrive in your business. Key Topics Covered Include: Pat’s journey from job loss to online business success The power of aligning personal values with business goals How to validate your business ideas to avoid costly mistakes The importance of transparency and authenticity in building trust Why having a clear "why" is essential for long-term success

    12 min
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    Welcome to the Screw It Just DO It podcast Subscribe and be a part of the movement to help you get to where you want to be. I'm your host Alex Chisnall, and on this podcast I look to answer one simple question: How do you get to where you want to be? I chat to inspirational entrepreneurs, sports stars, and entertainers who took the leap. They became the people they wanted to be. They did what they always wanted to do. They might just help you discover how to do it too... I'm an entrepreneur and podcaster, who's fascinated by human potential. I love taking my guest's experiences plus things I have learnt along the way to help others get to where they want to be. I'm super-proud for this show to be in the top 1% of all podcasts globally, listened to in 180+ countries and charted #1 everywhere from the UK to Uganda. Every Wednesday morning we launch a new episode and we encourage and are grateful all your comments. Cheers, Alex 🤘🏼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-chisnall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexanderchisnall/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alex.chisnall/ Twitter / X: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-chisnall/

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