The Healthy Entrepreneur Podcast

Freddie Pullen | Entrepreneur & Host of The Healthy Entrepreneur Podcast.
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Conversations with people who are shaping how we live, work and think. Freddie Pullen sits down with founders, creators, and disruptors shaping the future of business, marketing, education, and personal freedom. Real stories. Raw lessons. Serious growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. The thing nobody knew about him at the height of his success | Chris Ducker

    3d ago

    The thing nobody knew about him at the height of his success | Chris Ducker

    Freddie Pullen sits down with Chris Ducker: 22 year entrepreneur and bestselling author who at the height of his success, with 150 employees and a million dollar year, was secretly falling apart. CHAPTERS: 1:38 — the first burnout: back surgery from 15 hour days 2:19 — the second burnout: when it hit him mentally 3:04 — why he did it: chasing money and hustle culture 4:39 — 150 employees, first million dollar year, still a wreck 5:56 — hiring 8 people just to replace himself 6:38 — the moment he realised he was the problem 7:32 — how the second burnout rewrote his definition of success 10:42 — how the 9 to 5 quietly became a 7 to 9 12:57 — what burnout actually is and what it's not 13:46 — depression, anxiety and adrenal failure all at once 14:00 — 18 months on antidepressants and why he came off early 16:46 — how he became the face of an industry by accident 17:47 — starting a podcast in 2010 and what happened next 20:11 — why people buy from people not logos 21:30 — short term growth vs the long haul 22:08 — hustle is a season not a lifestyle 24:09 — the four step life OS framework 25:26 — 2 hours of a hobby a week = 30% more productivity 31:06 — the 60 year old who hadn't skydived in 15 years 34:22 — personal brand vs loud personality 36:40 — the biggest misconception about growing for the long haul 38:04 — serve first. sell later. 42:54 — if your friends are slowing you down, get new friends 44:37 — why peace might matter more than happiness 50:22 — why writing a book is the best positioning move in 2026 54:41 — 78% of entrepreneurs will burn out Sponsor: Pith & Stem Follow Freddie Pullen for more: https://www.instagram.com/freddiepullen Follow Chris Ducker: https://www.instagram.com/chrisducker Join 7,000 entrepreneurs in our newsletter: https://recognizednewsletter.beehiiv.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
  2. The uncomfortable reason most founders are losing ground to people half their age in a bedroom | Carly Meyers

    May 21

    The uncomfortable reason most founders are losing ground to people half their age in a bedroom | Carly Meyers

    Freddie Pullen sits down with Carly Meyers: AI strategist, former professional dancer and entrepreneur, to unpack how she went from a career ending injury on an audition stage to becoming one of the UK's most sought after AI and automation experts, and exactly what every founder needs to do right now before they get left behind. CHAPTERS: 0:00 — setting up the podcast (behind the scenes) 1:02 — start of episode 1:08 — the split leap, the ambulance, and the end of her dancing career 2:53 — building a network marketing business to £250k a month 3:13 — the bodybuilding competition that rewired her self-belief 6:11 — the moment in the changing room she heard how vile her inner voice was 10:22 — discovering funnels, digital products and selling while she slept 11:44 — finding Go High Level and giving students her entire business in a snapshot 12:03 — how having two kids under five made her obsessed with time leverage 14:00 — how the words you repeat become the identity that holds you back 19:00 — her mum went from ChatGPT sceptic to building custom AI agents 21:04 — secondhand thinkers: the silent way AI is making your team worse 24:37 — the Dan Martell custom GPT she built on holiday that coached her through every big decision 26:10 — how she set up AI meetings in her calendar and treats them like real team members 27:04 — the three step framework: simplify, automate, amplify 29:48 — why most multi-million pound businesses are still 70% run on spreadsheets 31:21 — where SEO is actually going and why Google is losing ground fast 34:06 — why Neil Patel says SEO now stands for search everywhere optimisation 35:04 — how the BBC found her through ChatGPT 36:50 — should you delete your old SEO blogs? here's her honest answer 40:35 — why Reddit is one of the most powerful AI ranking tools right now 42:15 — without scaring everyone: where is AI actually heading? 44:22 — why big companies have a digital immune system that's about to cost them everything 46:31 — already using AI? here's what to build next 47:40 — stop hiring. move your team back into their genius instead. 49:53 — are any jobs actually safe from AI? 51:33 — why experience-based businesses are about to become more valuable than ever 51:51 — why Freddie thinks the high street is coming back 53:35 — the one question that tells you someone finally gets AI 54:05 — how to get a resistant team member to actually embrace AI Sponsor: Pith & Stem Follow Freddie Pullen for more: https://www.instagram.com/freddiepullen Follow Carly Meyers: https://www.instagram.com/carlymeyerslife Join 7,000 entrepreneurs in our newsletter: https://recognizednewsletter.beehiiv.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 min
  3. From Homeless at 15 to Entrepreneurial Millionaire | Simon Squibb

    Apr 30

    From Homeless at 15 to Entrepreneurial Millionaire | Simon Squibb

    He was 15 years old when his father died. Weeks later: homeless, no money and no system to catch him. School had promised him a job. There were none. So he did the only thing left: he started something. Today, Simon Squibb is worth hundreds of millions, built 20 businesses and invested in 80+ companies.  He's now on a mission to fix the education system and let people dream. In this episode, Freddie sits down with Simon to talk about the mindset behind the movement - why he thinks the school system is training you for a factory, what 700,000 graduates need to hear right now and why success means owning your time (not your bank balance). Oh, and why he once bought a staircase at auction. This one will make you uncomfortable in the best way. This episode is sponsored by Pith & Stem. 00:20 The desperation that forced him to start a business 02:52 700,000 graduates are being lied to  05:00 Stop chasing market gaps and start with what you love  06:20 Why everyone can be an entrepreneur and soon will have no choice 09:20 What success looks like  18:30 Winning $1 million at the 1 Billion Follower Summit in Dubai 27:20 Help Bank - why 4x more people want to give help than receive it 31:20 The broken school system  38:10 How the street interview format started  40:55 Fame is a sacrifice - losing privacy  47:50 If you're paralysed by fear, DO THIS Follow Simon: https://www.instagram.com/simonsquibb/  Follow Freddie: https://www.instagram.com/freddiepullen/  Follow Pith & Stem: https://www.instagram.com/pithandstem/  Help Bank: https://helpbnk.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min
  4. The Founder's Trainer: Your Body Doesn't Reflect Your Work Ethic Yet | Tom Hutchinson-Smith

    Apr 16

    The Founder's Trainer: Your Body Doesn't Reflect Your Work Ethic Yet | Tom Hutchinson-Smith

    You've built a business most people only dream about. But there's a version of you that's exhausted, out of shape, and running on fumes. Tom Hutchinson-Smith trains the people at the top - and he says it doesn't have to be that way. Driven by a passion to redefine success beyond the boardroom, Tom specialises in working with individuals who have made substantial sacrifices to build their careers. He understands the unique challenges faced by CEOs and business owners, offering tailored solutions to transform not just bodies but lives. With 17 years of experience coaching founders globally and in person in Dubai, his Straight Line Method focuses purely on what moves the needle for the busiest people in the room. In this episode he breaks down the exact protocol he uses with clients, why successful people stay out of shape, and why your best body is a sum of average weeks - not perfect ones. You've built the career. Now build the body to match it. --- Sponsor: Pith & Stem --- Follow Tom: https://www.instagram.com/straightline_pt/ Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/freddiepullen/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 4m
  5. How One Man Made The Whole World Swim | Fares Ksebati

    Mar 19

    How One Man Made The Whole World Swim | Fares Ksebati

    What does it take to build a global brand from a single passion? In this episode, Freddie sits down with Fares Ksebati - Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, CEO of MySwimPro, 3x U.S. Masters Swimming National Champion, and founder of World Swim Day. Fares shares how he turned his love of swimming into a business that has impacted millions of people worldwide, what it's really like to scale a niche app into a global platform, and the mindset behind writing multiple bestselling books while competing at the highest level. Whether you're an entrepreneur, athlete, or someone chasing a big idea, this episode is packed with value on discipline, building from scratch, and thinking internationally. 📲 Follow us on Instagram: 👉 Freddie: www.instagram.com/freddiepullen/ 👉 Fares: www.instagram.com/faresksebati/ 👉 Sponsor: www.instagram.com/pithandstem/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 hr
  6. The Smarter Corporate Card Taking Over the Middle East | Armin Moradi

    Mar 3

    The Smarter Corporate Card Taking Over the Middle East | Armin Moradi

    What if every time your business spent money, you got closer to a free flight? I sat down with Armin Moradi, Co-Founder & CEO of Qashio, the platform turning everyday company expenses into Emirates Skywards Miles, cashback, and rewards. But that's just the beginning... Qashio is completely changing how businesses across the Middle East control, track, and manage their spending. We go deep into how Qashio is built for the region, why finance teams across 23 countries are making the switch, and what most businesses are still getting dangerously wrong about company spending. If you run a business or manage a team, this episode could save you money, earn you miles, and give you back hours every single week. Host: www.instagram.com/freddiepullen/ Guest: https://www.qashio.com/ Dubai Chamber: www.instagram.com/dxbchamberdigi Sponsor: Pith & Stem #DubaiChamberOfDigitalEconomy #FutureInFocus #ExpandNorthStar #IAmPoddster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min
  7. I'm About To Change The Internet For 8 Billion People | Avneesh Prakash

    Jan 29

    I'm About To Change The Internet For 8 Billion People | Avneesh Prakash

    Most founders chase funding without realizing the game has changed. Avneesh Prakash has spent 30+ years building and scaling global SaaS businesses across 40+ countries - and now he's revolutionizing how we think about content accessibility and global expansion. As CEO of CAMB.AI, Avneesh is removing language barriers with patented technology that helps the biggest names in film, sports, education, and health translate video content at scale while preserving brand, voice, and identity. Avneesh has led digital identity, connectivity, and payment platforms across media, banking, telco, and government sectors. If you're looking to scale globally or understand where AI meets accessibility, this conversation will change how you think about growth. Host: www.instagram.com/freddiepullen/ Guest: Avneesh Prakash - CEO, CAMB.AI Dubai Chamber: www.instagram.com/dxbchamberdigi Sponsor: Pith & Stem #DubaiChamberOfDigitalEconomy #FutureInFocus #ExpandNorthStar #IAmPoddster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min
  8. Every Founder Needs To Know This Before Taking Investment (Erika Welch from Lucidity Insights)

    Jan 22

    Every Founder Needs To Know This Before Taking Investment (Erika Welch from Lucidity Insights)

    Most founders are so desperate for capital, they miss the warning signs. Erika Welch has advised startups across 40+ countries and seen it all - from toxic investor relationships that destroy companies to partnerships that fuel explosive growth. In this episode, we break down: - The investor red flags that signal future disaster - Green flags that separate world-class investors from the rest - Why taking the wrong money is worse than no money - How to leverage data to attract the right investors - What Fortune 500 strategies can teach startups about fundraising Erika is the co-founder of Lucidity Insights, a Stanford MSx graduate, and has spent 15+ years advising everyone from Family Offices to Government agencies on growth strategy. If you're raising capital or planning to, this conversation could save your company. Chapters: 00:29 What happened in Erika's past?! 04:30 How is sustainability involved? 06:00 How to make the world a better place with business 07:49 Did Stanford lie? 10:15 From Stanford to business... 13:40 The biggest issues when looking for investment 16:45 Best advice to find investment 19:37 Red flag vs green flag 24:06 Where most founders go wrong AFTER investment 26:05 Start up founder advice from Erika Host: www.instagram.com/freddiepullen/ Guest: www.instagram.com/chroniclesoferika/ Dubai Chamber: www.instagram.com/dxbchamberdigi Sponsor: Pith & Stem #DubaiChamberOfDigitalEconomy #FutureInFocus #ExpandNorthStar #IAmPoddster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
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Conversations with people who are shaping how we live, work and think. Freddie Pullen sits down with founders, creators, and disruptors shaping the future of business, marketing, education, and personal freedom. Real stories. Raw lessons. Serious growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Freddie Pullen | Entrepreneur & Host of The Healthy Entrepreneur Podcast.
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    152
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Freddie Pullen | Entrepreneur & Host of The Healthy Entrepreneur Podcast.
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    The Healthy Entrepreneur Podcast

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