“Being arrested changed my life”; The importance of healing your trauma | Daniel Leese

In this episode of In The ARENA, I had the privilege of being Daniel Leese’s first interview. Daniel Leese is a well known podcast host in the UAE and along with having an inspiring story, is focused on inspiring and helping others.

Key podcast topics:

Toxic relationships with parents

Neglect as a child

“I got arrested 3 times”

Daniel’s biography:

Daniel is the youngest of 3 children, and grew up in the UK. After experiencing trauma, regret and pain, Daniel turned his life around. Since moving to Dubai, Daniel has achieved success as the head of business development of KOJ Interiors and the Host of The Recipe to Success Podcast.

Now his focus is on educating others on the importance of skincare, by founding a men's skincare brand called Andsom Skincare.

Podcast highlights:

00:00 Introduction

01:23 The balance between happiness and drive

05:51 Experiencing neglect as a child

10:12 Toxic parent relationships

13:50 Sentenced to prison for 2 years

25:30 Working as a chef in a michelin star restaurant

30:40 The first rule of sales; people buy from people

35:50 Never make a decision based on emotions

41:00 Relationships and healing

45:47 Starting a podcast show

52:44 3 lessons from sales coaching

1:04:02 Daniel’s new business: the beginning of Andsom Skin

1:23:49 The biggest takeaway from this podcast

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