The Bootstrappers' Breakfasts™

Geeta Sidhu-Robb
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The Bootstrappers' Breakfasts™ is a podcast and live series for female founders building to their first £1M — without venture capital. A Seven Rungs series. Every episode works through The Bootstrap Bargain™ — the trade a woman makes when she builds without outside capital. The cost: slower scale, harder cashflow, less leverage. The return: sovereignty, margin, a business that fits a life. One woman who has lived that trade takes the seat each episode, and we audit the decisions behind it. Hosted by Geeta Sidhu-Robb, CEO Growth Advisor. New episodes every two weeks.

  1. 20 hr ago

    Can Women Entrepreneurs Succeed Without Venture Capital?

    In this episode of Bootstrappers' Breakfast, Geeta Sidhu-Robb is joined by Johanna Beresford, founder of Fabric Shift, who has built a bootstrapped HR technology company generating more than £3 million in revenue while raising six children. Together, they explore why only 1–2% of venture capital funding goes to women-led businesses and why many female founders choose a different path—building profitable, purpose-driven companies designed for long-term success rather than rapid, investment-led growth. Johanna shares lessons on resilience, strategic leadership, and trusting your instincts, offering an inspiring perspective on creating a business that reflects your values and delivers lasting impact. ---- SOCIALS: Linkedln - www.linkedin.com/in/johanna-beresford-070a5110  Website - https://fabricshift.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@fabricshift

    Can Women Entrepreneurs Succeed Without Venture Capital?

  2. 21 Jul

    Can You Really Bootstrap Your Way to a £200 Million Business?

    In the debut episode of Bootstrappers' Breakfast, host Geeta Sidhu-Robb interviews Darina Garland, co-founder of Ooni, the company that grew from a bootstrapped startup into a business valued at over £200 million. Darina shares the story behind Ooni's launch in 2012, when a Kickstarter campaign raised more than £30,000, far exceeding its £7,500 funding goal, to bring its portable pizza ovens to market. She reflects on navigating challenges such as supply chain disruptions, balancing entrepreneurship with raising a young family, and scaling the business through organic growth and strong sales rather than external investment. Throughout the conversation, Darina offers practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, especially women founders. She highlights the importance of validating ideas through pre-sales, building profitable businesses from the outset, and embracing bootstrapping as a powerful route to long-term independence, resilience, and sustainable growth. ---- SOCIALS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darinag/ @darinag  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/darina-garland-432a2317/ Website: https://ooni.com

    Can You Really Bootstrap Your Way to a £200 Million Business?

  3. 7 Jul

    The Bootstrappers' Breakfasts™

    The Bootstrappers' Breakfasts™ | The Untold Stories of Women Who Built It Their Way What if the path to success didn't require a VC check? Less than 1.3% of female-founded businesses receive venture capital funding—but millions of women are building remarkable companies without it. The Bootstrappers' Breakfasts™ celebrates the founders who chose a different path: bootstrapping with purpose, creating sustainable businesses, and scaling on their own terms. In this trailer, discover the stories behind women entrepreneurs who turned ideas into thriving ventures—some reaching $200M+ valuations—while navigating the unique realities of leadership, family, and growth. This podcast is a celebration of resilience, independence, and the belief that there is no single formula for building a successful business. Bootstrapping isn't a fallback. It's a choice. It's a strategy. It's a way to create lasting impact without giving up control of the vision. Join us for honest conversations, powerful lessons, and inspiring stories from founders who are proving that you don't need permission to build something extraordinary. Subscribe to The Bootstrappers' Breakfasts™ and discover the stories behind the women building the future—one business at a time. #WomenEntrepreneurs #FemaleFounders #Bootstrapping #Entrepreneurship #StartupStories #BusinessGrowth

  4. 16 Jun

    Can Travel Help Women Over 50 Rediscover Themselves After Life Transitions?

    Teri Bach is a Travel Coach, former psychotherapist with 28 years of experience, and speaker who helps women over 50 rediscover themselves after major life transitions. After experiencing profound personal loss and the end of her role as a caregiver, Teri found herself asking the same questions many women do:  Who am I now? What comes next? A life-changing trip to Italy became the turning point that helped her reconnect with herself and see new possibilities for her future. Today, she specializes in intentional travel—using new environments and experiences as a powerful way to help women move from feeling lost and disconnected to gaining clarity, confidence, and a renewed sense of purpose. ---- SOCIALS: Website: https://untappedpotentialcoaching.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teribach/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teri.bach.79

  5. 2 Jun

    How Can Your Voice Become Your Ultimate Superpower?

    Monique McDonald is a Grammy-Nominated, award-winning Opera Singer, International Speaker, and Certified Life Coach. Known as The Magnetic Voice Mentor, she empowers speakers, entrepreneurs, and business leaders to master their voice, unleash their stage presence, and transform their visibility into impact and income. With over 20 years of experience on some of the world's greatest stages, Monique brings a unique blend of performance expertise, transformational coaching, and vocal mastery to help clients discover their natural magnetism and confidently share their message with the world. Monique is on a mission to empower 100,000 voices. She believes that strong, authentic voices are needed now more than ever and that when a voice is tuned to its message and power, it can vibrate the world. ---- SOCIALS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themagneticvoice_/ Website: https://www.themagneticvoice.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moniquefmcdonald/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monique.mcdonald.180

  6. 19 May

    How Can Women Rebuild Financial Independence After Divorce and Bankruptcy?

    Josette Mandela is a financial powerhouse and resilience expert dedicated to empowering women to take charge of their financial futures. A best-selling author, Josette draws from her own journey overcoming post-divorce bankruptcy to provide practical, accessible strategies for wealth-building and personal growth. Her mission is to help women gain confidence, achieve financial independence, and embrace the abundant lives they deserve. ---- SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womansguide2money/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEmpoweredMoneyGirl Website: https://josettemandela.com/a LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josette-mandela Others: https://www.facebook.com/josettemandela

  7. 5 May

    What Can Near-Death Experiences Teach Us About Life, Death, and the Soul?

    Jacob L. Cooper's life changed at age three when a profound Near-Death Experience occurred after he contracted pertussis and lost the ability to breathe. This experience left him with a clear recollection of the "eternal breath" beyond the physical body. Today, Jacob shares insights into the mystery of life beyond the veil to help others live more fully on earth. Jacob holds a Master of Social Work and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Reiki Master, Certified Hypnotherapist, and Regression Specialist. His work as a psychotherapist helps individuals and families overcome emotional barriers and achieve resiliency by bridging grounded mental health practices with spiritual awareness.  He has presented at the Omega Institute, IANDS, and the Edgar Cayce Association for Research and Enlightenment (ARE). His media appearances include CBS Television, Coast to Coast AM, and the Huffi ngton Post. Jacob currently resides and practices in Long Island, New York, and hosts the "The Wisdom of Jacob's Ladder" on YouTube. ---- SOCIAL MEDIA: Website: www.jacoblcooper.com (https://www.jacoblcooper.com) Facebook: @Jacob Cooper, LCSW Instagram: @jacobcooperlcsw YouTube: @Thewisdomofjacobsladder BOOKS: - Life After Breath: https://amzn.to/3nLQ64R (https://amzn.to/3nLQ64R) - The Wisdom of Jacob's Ladder: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1958848808 (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1958848808)

  8. 14 Apr

    Is AI Driving Us Toward Greater Inequality and Social Crisis?

    Dex Hunter-Torricke is a leading thinker on AI and society, with two decades of experience at the intersection of technology and global power. His career includes key roles advising leaders, including Elon Musk at SpaceX, Mark Zuckerberg at Facebook, Eric Schmidt at Google, and UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. Most recently, he led global communications and marketing for Google DeepMind, where he worked closely with Nobel laureate Sir Demis Hassabis. In late 2025, Dex ended his 15-year career in Big Tech and began a new chapter in public service. In February 2026, he announced the launch of the Center for Tomorrow, an urgent international effort to identify how to build successful societies in the coming decades. He is also advising the UK government as a non-executive board member at HM Treasury. ---- SOCIALS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dexhuntertorricke/ Website: https://www.centerfortomorrow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dextb/

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The Bootstrappers' Breakfasts™ is a podcast and live series for female founders building to their first £1M — without venture capital. A Seven Rungs series. Every episode works through The Bootstrap Bargain™ — the trade a woman makes when she builds without outside capital. The cost: slower scale, harder cashflow, less leverage. The return: sovereignty, margin, a business that fits a life. One woman who has lived that trade takes the seat each episode, and we audit the decisions behind it. Hosted by Geeta Sidhu-Robb, CEO Growth Advisor. New episodes every two weeks.

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  • Creator
    Geeta Sidhu-Robb
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Geeta Sidhu-Robb 2020
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    The Bootstrappers' Breakfasts™