Ambitious Minds

Jay Lawrence
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The Podcast for Fellow Ambitious Minds! Welcome to Ambitious Minds, where Jay uncovers the inspiring stories of relatable, ambitious individuals who are all looking to leave a mark in their industry - whether they’re climbing the corporate ladder, launching startups, or reinventing their careers. Each episode covers key topics such as career growth, entrepreneurship, overcoming impostor syndrome, networking, personal branding, business strategy, and the relentless pursuit of success. Expect raw, relatable insights from rising stars and industry disruptors who are turning their passion into progress. If you're an ambitious mind looking for career advice, business inspiration, or motivation to take the next step, I hope this show brings you some inspiration and relatability, and helps you see yourself in aspects of these stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 6 GIỜ TRƯỚC

    #77. The Price of Inaction - Why I Left a 6-Figure Job at Google to Start From Zero

    David Richards had what most people would call a dream job. A six-figure salary at Google. Prestige. Security. A career path most ambitious professionals would never walk away from. But he was miserable. In this episode, I sit down with David to unpack what it really feels like to wear golden handcuffs, and why he eventually walked away to build a global watch strap brand from scratch. We talk about corporate burnout, the hidden psychological cost of prestigious careers, and the quiet fear of staying too long in something that looks good on paper. David shares how he built his side hustle while working in Big Tech, calculated his financial runway, and only made the leap once both the numbers and his conviction aligned. We also go deep on the business itself, customer acquisition costs, compounding growth, lifestyle creep, and what it actually takes to scale an e-commerce brand from Instagram DMs to selling hundreds of products a day worldwide. He explains why marketing skill, financial discipline, and long-term thinking matter far more than hype or big ideas. If you’ve ever felt successful on paper but restless underneath, this conversation will hit home. 🔗 Connect with me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcast YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcast Spotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3Qi Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1 📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your Ambition Weekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition: 👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/ Website: https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 giờ 24 phút

  2. 12 THG 2

    #76. We Built a Padel Business Before the Boom | Toby Bawden

    In this episode, I sit down with Toby, co-founder of Hexa Padel, one of the leading padel court installers in the UK. We talk about spotting early market opportunities, scaling a business in a booming industry, and what really happens behind the scenes when you’re building fast. Toby shares how he went from coaching tennis to installing over 200 courts a year, managing thousands of inbound enquiries, and navigating the operational chaos that comes with rapid growth. We dive into cash flow crises, business partner dynamics, contracts, failure, and the emotional toll of entrepreneurship. Toby explains why resilience, communication, and long-term thinking are what separate founders who survive from those who burn out. This is a powerful episode for anyone building a business, considering a pivot, or trying to scale in a competitive market while protecting their mental health and financial future. 🔗 Connect with me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcast YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcast Spotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3Qi Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1 📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your Ambition Weekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition: 👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/ Website: https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 giờ 10 phút

  3. 5 THG 2

    #75. Why Smart, Hardworking People Still Get Overlooked for Promotions

    In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Soames, a leadership and performance coach who works with senior executives, founders, and high performing teams. We talk about emotional intelligence, feedback, and why your ability to communicate, listen, and handle difficult conversations is what truly separates good leaders from elite ones. Nicole explains how leadership is less about control and authority, and more about influence, clarity, and creating the conditions for others to perform at their best. This is a powerful episode for anyone who wants to grow in leadership, improve their confidence in high pressure situations, and build stronger relationships through better communication. 🔗 Connect with me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcast YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcast Spotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3Qi Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1 📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your Ambition Weekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition: 👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/ Website: https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 giờ 17 phút

  4. 29 THG 1

    #74. From £50k to £5.2 Million Suit Brand in Covent Garden - Batch London

    From starting with £50k and family loans to building one of London’s fastest-growing suit brands, this episode breaks down what it really takes to build a fashion business from scratch. The lads behind Batch London open up about why most brands fail, how their made to order model changed everything, and how they turned a smash and grab robbery into their biggest marketing moment ever. We talk cash flow, sustainability, celebrity customers, founder sacrifice, and the brutal reality of chasing something bigger than comfort. This is what building a £5M brand actually looks like. 02:45 Why Fashion Brands Fail 05:30 Made To Order Explained 08:40 Killing Fashion Waste 11:20 Does Sustainability Sell 14:10 Choosing The First Store 17:00 Building The Flagship 20:10 Life Before Batch 23:30 Starting The Company Fast 26:10 Making A Fashion Brand 29:40 Side Hustle Grind 33:10 Why Brand Matters 36:20 Cash Flow Advantage 39:20 Would You Wait 8 Weeks 42:20 Why Stores Build Trust 45:30 The Robbery Story 49:20 Turning Crisis Into Growth 52:30 Celebrities Wearing Batch 55:20 No Influencer Marketing 58:10 The Barber Shop Effect 1:01:10 Founder Sacrifice 1:03:30 What Success Means 1:05:20 The Future Of Batch 🔗 Connect with me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcast YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcast Spotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3Qi Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1 📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your Ambition Weekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition: 👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/ Website: https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 giờ 6 phút

  5. 22 THG 1

    #73. What the Special Forces Taught Me About Performing Under Pressure - Simon Jeffries

    In this episode, I sit down with Simon Jeffries, a former Royal Marine and Special Forces operator turned performance coach for CEOs and founders. We talk about stress, discipline, and why your thoughts and emotions are something you can train, just like your body. Simon explains how building a strong routine and personal “operating system” is what really creates control and consistency in life. This is a powerful episode for anyone who wants to perform better under pressure and take real ownership of how they show up every day. 02:15 Royal Marines to Special Forces Journey 05:40 Why Stress Is About Your Response, Not Events 09:30 Thoughts and Emotions Are Just Data 13:10 Training Your Mind Like the Gym 17:45 Performance Under Pressure Explained 21:30 Military Lessons for Everyday Life 25:10 Building a Personal Operating System 28:55 Discipline vs Motivation 32:20 Handling Negative Self Talk 36:05 Being Hard vs Being Kind to Yourself 39:40 Celebrating Wins and Building Confidence 43:15 Why Successful People Still Feel Stressed 46:50 Alignment, Purpose, and Fulfilment 50:40 Leaving the Military and Finding Direction 54:10 Control, Freedom, and Starting Your Own Path 57:30 Morning Routines of High Performers 01:01:10 Phone Addiction, Focus, and Dopamine 01:04:30 Setting Boundaries and Deep Work 01:08:20 Mindset as a System, Not a Hack 01:12:00 Training Consistency and Long-Term Change 01:15:20 What Real High Performance Looks Like 01:18:30 Final Lessons on Control and Discipline __________ 🔗 Connect with me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JayLawrenceBusiness Spotfy: https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3Qi Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1 📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your Ambition Weekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition: 👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/ Website: https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 giờ 7 phút

  6. 15/12/2025

    #72 – How Entrepreneurship Almost Broke Me - Jordan Schlipf

    In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Schlipf, someone who’s lived several entrepreneurial lives; building tech startups, investing as a global VC partner, and eventually stepping in as CEO of the well-known beauty brand Cowshed. Jordan talks honestly about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship: the long hours, the sacrifices, and the moments where you’re forced to question what you actually want from your career. We get into how he rebuilt his routines, how he learned to lead bigger teams, and the reality of making tough decisions during a company restructure. This episode is full of practical lessons; whether you’re running a startup, moving into leadership, or trying to figure out your next step. Jordan is refreshingly real about what it takes to grow, evolve, and keep your ambition intact. 00:00 Introduction 01:57 Soul Searching and Career Transition 14:45 The Realities of Entrepreneurship 20:57 The Importance of Health and Routine 26:18 Challenges of Company Restructuring 34:02 The CEO's Evolving Role 34:34 Defining a Good CEO 36:39 The Importance of Recruitment and Culture 38:11 Knowing When to Step Down 41:27 Avoiding Business Pitfalls 45:13 Diverse Business Ventures 49:57 Investment Strategies and Wealth Management 55:22 Reflections on the Finance Industry 01:02:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 🔗 Connect with me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcast YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcast Spotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3Qi Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1 📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your Ambition Weekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition: 👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/ Website: https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 giờ 3 phút

  7. 05/12/2025

    #71 — SOLO: Why High Earners Still Feel Financially Stuck

    So many ambitious people today feel like they’re doing everything right, getting the degree, working hard, climbing the ladder... and yet still struggling to make real financial progress. It’s not your imagination. The old playbook that worked for previous generations doesn’t work anymore. In this solo episode, I break down the truth behind why so many Millennials and Gen Z feel stuck, frustrated, or left behind… and more importantly, what actually works today. Drawing on over a decade of experience advising clients as an Investment Manager, I explain: • Why housing, wages, degrees and social mobility have completely shifted • How wealth moved from income → ownership (and why that matters for you) • Why your parents’ roadmap no longer applies in today’s economy • The modern playbook for building wealth sustainably and realistically • How to increase your earning power, not just your savings • Why a second income stream is becoming essential, not optional • How your network can accelerate your career more than any qualification • Why redefining your timeline can unlock huge opportunities Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357/ Subscribe to my Substack: https://substack.com/@fuelyourambition Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    17 phút

  8. 24/10/2025

    #70 – Mastering the Business Exit: What Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know – Christine Nicholson

    Christine Nicholson is a award-winning business mentor, author, and exit strategist. In this episode we unpack what it really takes to build, scale, and successfully exit your business. With over a hundred business sales under her belt, Christine shares real-world lessons on the three types of exits every founder should understand, how to prepare for due diligence long before you sell, and why financial freedom starts outside your business. From the emotional rollercoaster of letting go to the practical steps that protect your wealth, this episode is packed with hard-earned wisdom for entrepreneurs who want to create lasting value, and a life beyond the business. 00:00 Introduction 01:54 Preparing for Business Exit 06:44 The Importance of Delegation 13:40 The Psychological Toll of Due Diligence 19:31 The Role of Preparation in Due Diligence 23:16 Personal Entrepreneurial Journey 29:28 The Overlooked Strategy: Acquiring to Exit 30:26 The Reality of Business Dependency 33:59 Preparing for Wealth Outside the Business 34:54 The Pitfalls of Not Planning Ahead 42:07 The Gender Dynamics in Business Ownership 44:57 The Challenges of Selling a Business 47:52 The Importance of Building Business Controls 49:43 The Motivation Behind Helping Others 53:39 The Impact of Upbringing on Success 55:57 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More Information Contact Christine: https://christinenicholson.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 phút
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The Podcast for Fellow Ambitious Minds! Welcome to Ambitious Minds, where Jay uncovers the inspiring stories of relatable, ambitious individuals who are all looking to leave a mark in their industry - whether they’re climbing the corporate ladder, launching startups, or reinventing their careers. Each episode covers key topics such as career growth, entrepreneurship, overcoming impostor syndrome, networking, personal branding, business strategy, and the relentless pursuit of success. Expect raw, relatable insights from rising stars and industry disruptors who are turning their passion into progress. If you're an ambitious mind looking for career advice, business inspiration, or motivation to take the next step, I hope this show brings you some inspiration and relatability, and helps you see yourself in aspects of these stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Nhà sáng tạo
    Jay Lawrence
  • Năm hoạt động
    2024 - 2026
  • Tập
    78
  • Xếp hạng
    Thô tục
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    © Jay Lawrence
  • Trang web chương trình
    Ambitious Minds

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