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Ashley Samuels-McKenzie and Charles Parkinson
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How do you become a CEO? How do you run a £10-£100m+ company? How do you start your own company? Learn from people who've done it, here on How I Became...

  1. E64 | Work Getting You Down? How To Leave And Start A Business - Get Inspired By Jack Renwick’s Story Pt.2

    JUL 24

    E64 | Work Getting You Down? How To Leave And Start A Business - Get Inspired By Jack Renwick’s Story Pt.2

    Jack Renwick is a multi-award-winning designer renowned for her passion for innovative ideas. She collaborates closely with clients, delving into the core of their challenges and demonstrating how creative thinking can drive progress. As the founder of Jack Renwick Studio, Jack has spent the past 25 years working on a diverse array of projects for high-profile clients such as Amnesty International, eBay, BBC, Nokia, Royal Mail, Sir Elton John, and Stella McCartney. Her work has garnered acclaim from the world's most prestigious awards. Jack originates from Glasgow and is a Fellow, a board member, an examiner, an advisor, a judge, a writer and a speaker and has received the epic honour of being selected as the D&AD President for 2023/24. Part 2 of Jack’s story dives into the pressures of perfectionism, overcoming life-threatening surgery, and invaluable career advice for young creatives. We discuss: -Becoming a creative director and nearly getting fired -The differences women faces in the workplace -Dealing with perfectionism and anxiety -Getting a kidney transplant from your brother -Resigning from your job and starting your own agency -Buying a holiday park… -The importance of teaching creative subjects at school ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HOWIBECAME__⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We're on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: info@weunify.co.uk Credits: Director: Charles Parkinson Poet & VO Artist: Ashley Samuels-McKenzie Editor: Catherine Singh

    1h 29m
  2. E63 | The Key Ingredient to Achieving Success | Part 1 of The Life Story of D&AD President, Jack Renwick

    JUL 23

    E63 | The Key Ingredient to Achieving Success | Part 1 of The Life Story of D&AD President, Jack Renwick

    Jack Renwick is a multi-award-winning designer renowned for her passion for innovative ideas. She collaborates closely with clients, delving into the core of their challenges and demonstrating how creative thinking can drive progress. As the founder of Jack Renwick Studio, Jack has spent the past 25 years working on a diverse array of projects for high-profile clients such as Amnesty International, eBay, BBC, Nokia, Royal Mail, Sir Elton John, and Stella McCartney. Her work has garnered acclaim from the world's most prestigious awards. In this episode, we explore the journey of growing up in Glasgow, discovering a passion for graphic design, and the crucial role determination plays in achieving success. We Discuss: - Growing up in the high-rise flats of Glasgow - Experiencing your parents' separation at 15 - Cultivating a passion for art and graphic design - Landing what seems to be your dream job - Meeting a person who will transform your life - Applying to and getting into art school - Winning a coveted D&AD Pencil ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HOWIBECAME__⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We're on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: info@weunify.co.uk Credits: Director: Charles Parkinson Poet & VO Artist: Ashley Samuels-McKenzie Editor: Catherine Singh

    47 min
  3. E62 | Building a Company Worth Hundreds of Millions: The Story Of Rob Pierre

    JUL 17

    E62 | Building a Company Worth Hundreds of Millions: The Story Of Rob Pierre

    Rob Pierre is a renowned investor, advisor, and one of the UK's most successful media leaders. In 2005, he co-founded the digital marketing company Jellyfish. As CEO, he expanded the business to over 2,000 employees across 28 global offices, serving high-profile clients such as Google and Netflix. In June 2023, Jellyfish was acquired by The Brandtech Group. Today, Rob is dedicated to sharing his wealth of experience and passion for innovation to inspire the next generation of business leaders.  This week, we delve into Rob's personal journey, discussing the loss of his brother at a young age, the significance of entrepreneurial spirit, and the importance of using one's privilege to help others. We Discuss: - Experiencing the vibrant culture of growing up in Trinidad - Discovering the world of entrepreneurship from a young age - Overcoming the profound loss of a brother during childhood - Embarking on a journey with an IBM Computer Studies degree - Achieving the milestone of becoming the highest-paid employee at Sunglass Hut - Meeting a life-changing mentor - Launching and growing Jellyfish into a successful business - Sharing insights for building a multi-million dollar enterprise - Emphasising the crucial role of challenging the status quo - Navigating the process of selling your company - Offering valuable advice for aspiring investors ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: (00:00:00) Early Life in Trinidad (00:05:44) Vegan Chicken and Jam Delish (00:11:24) Childhood Memories in Trinidad (00:17:17) The Undercurrent Incident (00:22:52) A Tragic Accident at Sea (00:28:40) Accepting Tragedy and Moving Forward (00:34:46) The IBM Opportunity and Academic Failure (00:40:34) Struggling with Reading and Joining Sunglass Hut (00:46:01) Optimising Store Operations (00:51:05) The Genius Banana Milkshake Sales Technique (00:56:40) A Chance Encounter at the Bar Leads to Love and Marriage (01:02:42) Traits and Values in Hiring Employees (01:08:10) Managing the Pyramid Hierarchy Mindset (01:13:34) The Importance of Sustainable Processes and the Right Rewards (01:18:50) Partnering with Google and Digital Marketing Strategies (01:24:10) Building a Global Presence (01:29:46) Moving into London Bridge and The Shard (01:35:05) Distributed Accountability and Support Network (01:40:21) Creating Value Exchange and Ownership (01:45:20) Creating Efficiency with Salesforce and Financial Force (01:50:53) Inclusion and Equity (01:56:20) The Challenges of Selling a Company (02:02:02) Moving on from Jellyfish (02:07:42) Investing in Social Mobility (02:13:12) The Role of Financial Advisors and Accountants in Investment Schemes (02:18:53) The Journey of Jellyfish and Distributing Accountability (02:24:30) Gems to Growth and Scale Follow us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HOWIBECAME__⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We're on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠

    2h 25m
  4. E61 | When Life Feels Out of Control: Learn How to Thrive in Turbulent Times With Olympian Yusra Mardini

    JUL 10

    E61 | When Life Feels Out of Control: Learn How to Thrive in Turbulent Times With Olympian Yusra Mardini

    Recorded Live at Spotify Beach in Cannes Olympic swimmer and Syrian refugee Yusra Mardini fled the Syrian Civil War with her sister Sara, making the perilous journey to Europe at only seventeen, including a treacherous crossing of the Aegean Sea in 2015. After finding refuge in Germany, Yusra was selected to compete as part of the inaugural Refugee Olympic Team at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro and again in Tokyo four years later. On World Refugee Day 2023, Yusra announced the launch of her nonprofit, The Yusra Mardini Foundation, which aims to improve access to sports and education for refugee communities. Yusra has become a powerful advocate for forcibly displaced people worldwide. Episode 61 explores the challenges of living in a war-torn country, the importance of not judging refugees, and how to use your voice to make a positive impact. We discuss: - Being born in Syria - Beginning to swim at age 3 - Dreaming of becoming the next Michael Phelps at age 9 - Facing the onset of war at age 13 - Enduring the traumas of the Syrian conflict - Undertaking a 25-day journey from Syria to Germany - Crossing the Aegean Sea on a dinghy - Keeping the Olympic dream alive - Helping establish the Refugee Olympic Team - Aims to change the perception of refugees Chapters: (00:00:00) Fleeing Syria at 13 years old (00:02:18) From Syria to Olympic Swimming (00:04:48) Starting Swimming at a Young Age (00:07:27) The Daily Routine in Damascus (00:09:55) Witnessing the Start of War in Syria (00:12:23) Mourning the Loss in Syria (00:14:51) The Youth Olympic Games and Political Reasons for Quitting Swimming (00:17:10) Pursuing a Different Path in Life (00:19:22) Life in a War Zone (00:21:30) Packing for the Journey (00:26:24) The Expensive Boat Journey (00:28:44) Guardian Angels on the Boat (00:31:10) Heartbreaking Journey across the Ocean (00:33:25) A Life-Threatening Situation at Sea (00:35:40) The Rescue at Sea (00:37:58) Journey to Germany (00:40:26) Impressive Syrian Swimmers (00:42:39) Representing a Refugee Olympic Team (00:45:14) The Impact of the Olympic Stadium (00:47:37) Competing at the Olympics (00:49:54) The Struggles and Dreams of Refugees (00:52:19) Refugees and Stereotypes in the UK (00:54:49) The Importance of Welcoming Immigrants in Society (00:57:10) Supporting the Refugee Olympic Team (00:59:32) A Heartwarming Moment (01:01:59) A Heartfelt Story of Gratitude ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HOWIBECAME__⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We're on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: inf

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  5. E60 | Rising from a Tiny Texas Town to Spotify's C-Suite: Dustee Jenkins' Story

    JUL 9

    E60 | Rising from a Tiny Texas Town to Spotify's C-Suite: Dustee Jenkins' Story

    Recorded Live at Spotify Beach in Cannes Dustee Tucker Jenkins is a seasoned leader with nearly two decades of expertise in communications, media relations, executive positioning, government affairs, community relations, and reputation management. Currently, she serves as the Chief Public Affairs Officer for Spotify, where she oversees Government Affairs, Public Policy, Global Experiential & Content Productions, and manages enterprise-wide communications across 183 markets. In Episode 60 of "How I Became," Dustee shares her journey from a small town to thriving in big cities, offers advice for those starting their careers, and provides tips on balancing motherhood with a demanding career. We discuss: - Growing up in a small Texas town - Uncertain about your future path - Experiencing a new world by moving to New York - Landing your first job on Capitol Hill - Aspiring to work in journalism and breaking into the press room - Advancing to press secretary - Receiving a call from the White House - Transitioning to Crisis Communication - Managing a data breach at Target - Joining Spotify - Balancing motherhood with a demanding career ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HOWIBECAME__⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We're on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: info@weunify.co.uk Credits: Director: Charles Parkinson Poet & VO Artist: Ashley Samuels-McKenzie Editor: Catherine Singh Chapters: (00:00:00) Intro (00:02:30) Dustee Jenkins: From Tiny Town to Spotify (00:04:57) Politicians and Breakfast Tacos (00:07:26) Spotify's Chief Storyteller (00:10:00) A Conversation with a Genius (00:12:29) Growing Up in a Small Town (00:14:44) Small Town Life and Rodeos (00:17:17) The Influence of New York City (00:22:25) Building a Relationship with a Senator (00:24:40) The Magical Appearance of Clips (00:27:10) A Shot of Opportunity (00:29:34) From Texas to the White House (00:31:53) Transitioning to Consulting, Crisis Communication, and Target's Proxy Challenge (00:34:16) Target Data Breach and its Impact on Retail Season (00:36:43) The Hack at Target (00:39:09) Addressing the Press and Protecting Consumers (00:41:23) Giving Birth After an Interview (00:43:50) Balancing Work and Family Life (00:46:12) Being Intentional About Work-Life Balance (00:48:30) Balancing Work and Personal Life (00:50:45) Joining Spotify and the Power of Friends (00:57:42) The Power of Relationships and Being Gracious (01:00:07) The Journey of a Tenacious Texan (01:02:31) Opportunities and Graciousness

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  6. E59 | Discovering Your Life's Purpose: A Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving It | Joy Taylor

    JUN 27

    E59 | Discovering Your Life's Purpose: A Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving It | Joy Taylor

    Recorded Live at Spotify Beach in Cannes Joy Taylor, a seasoned sports journalist and host, has been a prominent figure in the media industry for nearly a decade. She hosts the Fox Sports 1 show "Speak" alongside LeSean McCoy and Emmanuel Acho. In addition to her hosting duties, Joy runs the "Maybe I’m Crazy" podcast, where she delves into stories from the NFL, NBA, and the broader sports world. She also hosts "The Hang" on Facebook Live. In a special episode recorded at Spotify Beach in Cannes, we explore Joy's journey of growing up in an abusive home, her invaluable advice on achieving your goals, and the vital importance of resilience. We discuss: - Overcoming an abusive childhood - Battling depression and suicidal thoughts - Finding motivation to succeed - Escaping through sports - Aspiring to become an opinion show host - Tips for achieving your goals - Persevering despite rejection Chapters: (00:00:00) Paving your own Path (00:01:48) Pursuing Passion in Sports Broadcasting (00:03:35) Book Recommendations and Favourite Music Artist (00:05:32) The Influence of Steph Curry on Basketball (00:07:19) Growing Up in an Abusive Home (00:09:10) A Chaotic Early Memory (00:11:00) The Cycle of Abuse (00:12:38) Suicidal Thoughts and Overcoming Them (00:14:23) Using Sports as an Outlet (00:16:09) Dealing with Abuse in Relationships (00:17:49) Recognising Toxic Relationships (00:19:22) Seeking Support for Toxic Relationships (00:20:57) Advocating for Yourself in Relationships (00:22:41) Career Paths in the Creative Space (00:24:17) Starting in Sports Talk Radio (00:26:03) Gaining Confidence through Experience and Repetition (00:27:45) The Importance of Pursuing Your Dream (00:29:25) The Power of Connections and Energy (00:31:09) Putting Energy into Making It Happen (00:32:43) The Process of Success (00:34:25) The Importance of Personal Growth and Collaboration (00:36:06) Embracing Rejection (00:37:46) The Stress of Public Relationships (00:39:40) Deep Conversations and Connection (00:41:24) Being Honest about What You Want in Dating (00:43:05) Plenty More Fish in the Sea ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HOWIBECAME__⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We're on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Unity & Motion⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - A London based production company specialising in commercials and branded content Email: info@weunify.co.uk This is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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  7. E58 | The Secret To Growing A Podcast & Secrets of Men | The Receipts Co-Host, Tolly T

    JUN 19

    E58 | The Secret To Growing A Podcast & Secrets of Men | The Receipts Co-Host, Tolly T

    Tolani Shoneye, popularly known as Tolly T, is best known as one half of The Receipts Podcast, a leading UK podcast she co-hosts with Audrey Indome. Beyond the podcast, Tolani has made her mark as a writer, host, and influencer, contributing to publications such as Elle, The Independent, OK, and The I. She is a respected voice on topics like dating, love, race, culture, and self-empowerment. This week, we explore her experiences with racism in the UK, her journey in hosting one of the UK's biggest podcasts, and her advice for women aspiring to start their own ventures. We discuss: -Moving from the UK to Nigeria - Reconnecting with your mum for the first time - Growing up in Dagenham and facing racism - Surviving an abusive relationship - Navigating an estranged relationship with your father - Working at Buzzfeed - The birth of The Receipts Podcast - Co-hosting the UK's biggest podcast - Do women cheat? - Love is the closest thing to magic - The challenges of being a visible woman on the internet Chapters: (00:00:00) The Receipts Podcast: Real Conversations Among Women (00:05:43) The Millennial Agony Aunts (00:10:59) Creating a Safe Space for Sharing Stories (00:16:04) The Love for Celine Dion (00:21:30) Growing Up in Nigeria (00:26:40) Reuniting with Mom in England (00:31:33) Dealing with Racism in Dagenham (00:36:28) Overcoming Racism Together (00:41:34) Reflecting on Past Relationships (00:46:25) Recovery from a Toxic Relationship (00:52:01) Starting the Dream Job (00:56:55) Navigating Bias in the Workplace (01:01:46) Unconscious Racism and the Need for Self-Education (01:11:28) Starting the Podcast Journey (01:16:40) Starting the Podcast and Early Success (01:21:31) The Journey to Signing with Spotify (01:26:18) Reflecting on Leaving BuzzFeed and The Receipts Podcast (01:31:43) The Fear of Public Failure and Pivoting (01:36:34) Embracing Change (01:41:46) Stories of Cheating and Emotional Infidelity (01:47:11) The Complexity of Love and Infidelity (01:52:15) Love Languages: Acts of Service and Gift-Giving (01:57:13) Looking for a Partner (02:02:36) Privacy and Sharing Personal Stories (02:07:35) The Excitement of Live Shows and Writing Achievements (02:12:43) Education and Challenging Bias ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HOWIBECAME__⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We're on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Unity & Motion⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - A London based production company specialising in commercial

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  8. E57 | From Post Room To CEO. The Untold Story Of Cannes Lions CEO, Simon Cook

    JUN 12

    E57 | From Post Room To CEO. The Untold Story Of Cannes Lions CEO, Simon Cook

    Simon Cook is the CEO of the LIONS Division, overseeing LIONS, WARC, Contagious, and Acuity Pricing to promote impactful creative marketing. Over the past decade, Simon has driven the creation of two-thirds of the Lions awards. He has also expanded LIONS' offerings to include year-round intelligence and advisory services, in addition to its renowned Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. A fervent advocate for creative marketing excellence that enhances business performance, Simon also founded the Global Chief Marketing Officers Growth Council. With over 15 years in the branded communications industry, Simon's career includes significant agency-side experience before joining LIONS. In this week's episode, we explore crucial topics such as discussing racism, navigating life with divorced parents, and the importance of inclusivity. We discuss: - The power of creativity - Journey from Devon to Brixton - Coping with parental divorce - Discussing the impact of racism - Rising from the mailroom to CEO of Cannes Lions - Tips for climbing the career ladder - Conquering imposter syndrome - Receiving an important letter - Prioritising mental health - Insights into Cannes Lions 2024 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: (00:00:00) First Impressions in Devon (00:02:53) The Beginnings of Creativity (00:06:06) Childhood Memories and Parents' Divorce (00:09:14) Navigating Divorce as a Child (00:12:27) Navigating Different Experiences (00:15:30) Experiencing Brixton for the First Time (00:18:51) Empathy and Representation (00:21:51) Understanding Different Life Experiences (00:24:57) Fostering Environments and Psychological Safety (00:27:45) Dealing with the Breakdown of a Parent's Marriage Again (00:30:53) Strategies for Coping with Divorcing Parents (00:33:47) Unexpected Jobs and Transferable Skills (00:36:52) From the Mail Room to Cannes Lions (00:40:05) Cannes Lions Festival Highlights (00:42:59) A Significant Moment (00:45:59) Climbing the Career Ladder (00:48:58) Overcoming Imposter Syndrome (00:51:51) What Makes a Good Managing Director (00:54:48) The Bonding Experience of Events (00:57:48) Lack of Inclusivity and Representation at Cannes Lions (01:00:46) Dear Simon... (01:03:55) Constructive Conversation and Change in Brazil (01:07:01) Positive Changes in the Industry (01:10:16) The Importance of Taking Time to Think Creatively (01:13:06) Applying a Strategic Lens to Business Decisions and Cannes Lions Preview (01:16:16) The Power of Creative Output and Inspiring Others (01:19:12) Thank You for Joining Us Today Follow us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HOWIBECAME__⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We're on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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How do you become a CEO? How do you run a £10-£100m+ company? How do you start your own company? Learn from people who've done it, here on How I Became...

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    Ashley Samuels-McKenzie and Charles Parkinson
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    2022 - 2024
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