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 "The word ‘authentic’ has become a buzzword and a bit of a joke. Really, we want to be a bit more real and we can do that with video." - Cheryl Laidlaw When website developer Cheryl Laidlaw told friends she was going to build websites in a single day they laughed. But Cheryl has done just that for years, and successfully with a waiting list that keeps getting longer. During lockdown we spoke about the initial panic that things would completely shut down to the bounce in motivation as people realised now was a time they could reshape their businesses. What this means for Cheryl is many of her clients requiring shiny new websites. We also discussed Social Media World 2020 she was lucky enough to attend in San Diageo just before the world shut down including her key learnings. Although, she’s still digesting them.   Then we switch over to a previous podcast I recorded with Cheryl in September 2019 but was never published. Enjoy and as always, I welcome your feedback. ABOUT GUEST Cheryl Laidlaw, or Lon

"Care homes still have a place in our society but it’s about finding a halfway point in retirement housing." Andrew Fyfe With the backdrop of the covid-19 pandemic and numerous tragic fatalities in care homes I interviewed independent living strategist, Andrew Fyfe. We discussed the role of care homes and retirement living for today’s society and the way our approach needs to change if we are going to meet increased demand for suitable property. With 8.6 million more people reaching age 65 over the coming decades, demand for suitable accommodation is only going to increase. The vast burden of meeting demand is going to rest on housebuilders. It’s a subsector of this industry which could be very interesting for those quick to adapt their strategy and take specialist advice. ABOUT GUEST Founded in 2019, Sovereign Property Partnership is the brainchild of two top University of Aberdeen Real Estate Masters Graduates. Through their academic studies and with a foot in the industry, they saw the gap in the

"This is a huge experiment we're all living through. How do you feel when you're stuck inside?" Philippa Charrier What do you do when your business is student lets and universities shut down? This is the problem facing Philippa and Tom Charrier of FAT Properties. Late last year I had the opportunity to interview Philippa for my podcast. It wasn't published at that time so we caught up a couple of weeks ago to discuss what's changed now we're in lockdown and the rapid adjustments they've had to make in their business.  ABOUT PHILIPPA Philippa Charrier trained as an architect and urban designer and has 10 years experience working in the public and private sectors facilitating high profile urban regeneration projects throughout the UK and Australia.  She understands the impact that the built environment has on people’s behaviour, mood and mental wellbeing. Six years ago she co-founded FAT Properties with her husband  Tom alongside their busy family life as they saw a gap i

"The most successful people I have worked with have a really good level of self awareness." Jamil Qureshi Jamil knows all about successful people having coached no less than six elite sports people to number one positions. Jamil agreed to speak with me not once but twice. Listen to the two podcasts back to back now.  We spoke more broadly about success late last year. Before publishing I caught up with him again to see what adaptations he has made in his business, once highly dependent on travel, now we're in lockdown.  ABOUT GUEST In 2006, he was appointed as the first-ever official psychologist to work with the European Ryder Cup team. They made history in winning by a record-equalling margin. Jamil has worked with 22 golfers inside the top 50 in the world, including two world number 1s. His clients have included Darren Clarke, Lee Westwood, Henrik Stenson, Paul McGinley, Graeme McDowell, Paul Casey, Thomas Bjorn, Sergio Garcia, Ranked among the most influential figures in British sport in 20

Dr Louise Wiseman MBBS BSc(Hons) DRCOG MRCGP is a mother, former GP, now health writer and motivational speaker. After working 15 years in the NHS, Louise has written her first book Your Best Life - A Doctor’s Secret Guide to Radiant Health Over 40 (release September 28th 2020), working with experts from all fields of medicine to uncover evidence-based secrets to improve health and maximise longevity. Within the book you can also find the stories of many prolific women who will tell you whether you can really have it all. Louise is also a medical editor and writer for www.netdoctor.co.uk and a medical writer for www.thefrankmagazine.com www.drlouisewiseman.co.uk Instagram and twitter @drlouisewrites https://www.troubador.co.uk/bookshop/self-help/your-best-life-a-doctors-secret-guide-to-radiant-health-over-40/Support the show

“How can I accomplish something beautiful within the budget that I have?” - Joao Botelho Before founding Casa Botelho, João Botelho enjoyed a 22 year career in global luxury retail, beginning his journey in sales for a prestigious Brazilian brand Belo Horizonte. With the ambition to explore the world, he decided to move to Europe in 1994, making London his new home. Since then he has worked for Harvey Nichols, Nicole Farhi and Jasper Conran, opening Jasper Conran's flagship Mayfair store in 2004. He joined Donna Karan New York in 2000 and has held several senior positions including Director of Retail. Having worked with iconic homeware designers and travelled around the globe, he has experienced style at its best, learned exquisite architectures and gained interiors' knowhow, inspiring him to explore different sides of his creative personality through the redesign of a space. Joao's obsession for homeware and passion for styling has led him to discover his desire for interiors. During the journ

"My mission is to let others see just how construction can change lives and lead you down a different path." Katie Smith, bricklayer My name is Katie Smith, I am 30 years old and I’m a multi-award-winning Bricklayer. I love what I do and wouldn’t change it for the world. My mission is to let others see just how construction can change lives and lead you down a different path. I believe there’s something for everyone and I think for people with backgrounds like me. Construction is the answer. While working in construction I quickly realised that there's a gap in the market for Womens workwear. So I did something about it and designed a range especially for the increasing number of women entering the industry.  #thelifeofafemalebricky #togetherwecanmakeadifference I have an Instagram account @the_bricky_chick_ feel free to follow my journey and watch my love for bricklaying and helping others.Support the show

A good news story in an otherwise lacklustre property market. Graeme Alfillie-Cook, consultant, Apex Airspaces In this podcast we discussed what it was that sets Apex Airspaces apart and how they've grown from a standing start to now a company with a heft delivery pipeline and millions of development funding. Graeme is a senior real estate banker now working on a consultancy basis for Apex Airspace. He has helped the company put in place a £9m development financing with Homes England and more recently a £10m revolving development financing with the GLA to deliver 500 units across London. Graeme formerly headed Lloyds Bank’s Developers team providing innovative client centric debt finance solutions and in turn helping customers deliver complex development projects. He has extensive real estate and structured finance experience having worked with Lloyds’ major real estate clients closing numerous high profile debt transactions as well as being active in the structured credit and securitisation markets. Gra

"How do you get your investors? We just ask." Adrian Cormican In this podcast Adrian discusses: - His unique property financing offering; - Getting over his fear of public speaking; - Being called a LinkedIn guru; and - Turning around a development that starts going wrong. Adrian has worked in the property industry since 2001. Initially starting in banking before setting up a property brokerage in 2010, Hallcroft Finance. Since then the business has assisted with the finance of over £750,000,000 worth of property to the market. The business has grown alongside its clients into a lending business in its own right with both a second charge lending business and a joint venture arm which has been built on strong relationships created over the years. For more information see: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-cormican-80198a11/Support the show

High Definition You is the brain child of Gita Trevorrow-Seymour. Her love affair with human behaviour began at age 6 when she attended her first play. Who, she wondered, couldn’t be fascinated with the inner workings of the human being and how we portray ourselves and how we are perceived?! Understanding what makes humans tick and what forms ‘character’ developed over the decades from a fascination to an occupation. An unexpected passion and current study into applied neuroscience now deeply informs the approach we take at High Definition You and our focus on how we can transform the mindset and ‘confidence’ of our clients. We love inspiring a-ha moments but we live to empower our clients to take action. Having sat through too many dull trainings in her corporate career, Gita is determined to equip our clients with a toolkit full of practical techniques that are not only easy to remember and implement but also have a huge impact on their personal and professional happiness, motivation, engagement and success

Martine is the driving force behind Bridging London, her charisma and professionalism have enabled her to build one of the most significant networks in the Property PR industry. Martine and her skilled team have leveraged their considerable experience to create long lasting and mutually beneficial partnerships for all in her network. Before starting Bridging London in 2013, Martine had a varied and extensive career in property and lifestyle communications, including five years with luxury developer Candy & Candy, where she has worked on iconic developments such as One Hyde Park, Chelsea Barracks, and Fitzroy Place. Martine has also worked for luxury interior design firm Lawson Robb and branding and design agency Heavenly, on prestigious projects such as The Lancaster’s and Somerset Place at the Royal Crescent, in Bath.Support the show

‘We won’t mention what the short comedy is about…!’ Marina Conway-Gordon, producer of short comedy Get Notted.Marina Conway-Gordon is a media strategist and producer. Joining East Eight in 2016, she helped develop the East Eight story which attracted over £6.4m in equity crowdfunding over 18 months. Marina is a firm advocate of storytelling over advertising; attraction versus promotion in business. ‘It’s only going to get louder out there, and what differentiates you is story.’ Marina is also a scriptwriter and at the time of this podcast was getting ready to launch her latest short comedy, Get Notted! funded entirely on Kickstarter. It’s now been made and going through festivals. But we won't mention what it's about... In this podcast: -The importance of story and messaging - Being creative in business - Bringing a sense of humor and the ‘real’ to media strategy. Now a creative producer at her own production company The Real Life of Brands - launching 1 May, the focus is on real feel storytelling i

“If you have a book within you, you should do it.” – Your Success PodcastMo and Angelos are the always fun duo behind Your Success Podcast, a podcast celebrating well, success! It’s all about actionable insight and stories behind real life success.Each week, Mo and Angelos try and understand what contributes towards successful people and businesses.They are interviewing people from a wide range of industries and professions, including property, law, sports, acting and modelling often featuring interviews with world record holders and globally recognised personalities._____It is yet another time where I have the pleasure to join forces with the best Your Success Podcast team, this time to deliver a very special, two-part series focusing on Podcasting and Publishing of course. | PART 2In this podcast:-how to start writing?-everything you need to know about publishing;-how to guide to an unforgettable book launch;Find out more at: www.yousuccesspodcast.comLet me know what you think in the comments below and do r

“You have to have something to share, something you want to say.” - Your Success PodcastMo and Angelos are the always fun duo behind Your Success Podcast, a podcast celebrating well, success! It’s all about actionable insight and stories behind real life success. Each week, Mo and Angelos try and understand what contributes towards successful people and businesses.They are interviewing people from a wide range of industries and professions, including property, law, sports, acting and modelling often featuring interviews with world record holders and globally recognised personalities. ______It is yet another time where I have the pleasure to join forces with the best Your Success Podcast team, this time to deliver a very special, 3-part series focusing on three p’s, Podcasting, Publishing and Property of course.| PART 1 In this podcast: -how to start a podcast? ;-all you need to know about podcasting;-Your Success Podcast top podcasting tips. Find out more at: www.yousuccesspodcast.com Let me know what you thi

“If you’ve got it, flaunt it, but know your worth and be prepared to prove it.” - Kerry Gooden Kerry has been in the fitness industry for seven years. She freelances at Virgin Active, Equinox, and Gymbox teaching a range of group exercise classes from hardcore HIIT to booty-sculpting Barre. She is a Les Mills Tribe Coach and partner in EDER Active - a luxury fitness wear brand. She also co-runs the Ibiza Body Blitz Bootcamp in Ibiza. In a previous career, she worked in the advertising industry as one of the few female creatives in London. She refused many an interview about the difficulties of being a woman in a male-dominated industry and believes it is such articles that perpetuate sexism. ‘If you’ve got it, flaunt it’ would be her mantra but know your worth and be prepared to prove it. The force is female.  In this podcast:   - Hear how Kerry started in advertising after being photographed at a party by Loaded magazine wearing a bin liner bustier. Campaign magazine then started a campaign to find her. - Ho

"This long term attitude has enabled us to do things which a shorter-term trader developer company might not be able to do." Edward BenyonNot many people can trace the start of their property portfolio to the 1600s. Yet his family initially bought a farm in the 1640s which then covered Islington, De Beauvoir, and into Kings Cross. By the 1930s the estate owned just about every freehold in the 1930s. Since then the estate has shrunk thanks to bombing, leaseholder reform, compulsory purchase, and, most significantly, death duties. In this podcast we discuss: - The history of the De Beauvoir and Benyon families; - The rise and fall of Hackney's fortunes; - Investing for the long term; - Rental reform and so much more. Horses were an early passion in life and Edward briefly considered a career in eventing and showjumping before quickly realising that it was a challenging way to make ends meet. Instead, he turned his mind to property. His first job was in Connaught Square, W2, working for the Irish

“The real key for me in the social media marketing space is nurturing the rest of the journey, after you’ve got that touchpoint or an initial bit of awareness.” - Tim Hyde, a 23-year-old award-winning marketer and CMO who specialises in Social Media Marketing, Acquisition Strategy and Brand Strategy. As a business consultant focused on growth, product and viral marketing, Tim has pioneered the top 9 most engaged live streams, by a brand, ever. Having worked at TheLADbible and Social Chain Tim has managed some of the biggest social media communities on the planet and leveraged these channels to engage young people and influence their purchase decision. As a CMO for TruFan Tim is part of the founding team and has helped the business privately raise $1,000,000 in funding. As a Public Speaker and Brand Consultant Tim has spoken in front of the likes of UFC, ASICS, Eurosport, Apple Music, Unicef, and MyProtein as well as helping organise talks at Universities, WeWork, Glug Events and has Keynoted for Sky. In this

 “Aim for doing things really, really well and to the best, I think perfection stops you from doing things.” - Jo James With over two decades of growing multiple 6 and 7-figure businesses, Jo James is a rather experienced business coach. Her focus is empowering people with a variety of proven networking, sales, social media and mindset strategies for success. Through her coaching work with entrepreneurs, executives and teams Jo can significantly increase sales and develop client relationships for future growth. She also provides Executive Coaching & Corporate Training, Sales Training, Stress Busting & Time Management Workshops, ACE Customer Engagement, Email Marketing, Effective Networking & Events. Last but not least, Jo facilitates great business networking events Contacts and Cocktails where you have an excellent opportunity to develop relationships with like-minded, ambitious business owners and executives. In this podcast: - how to grow your business for solopreneurs and small business owners

“Merchandise helps fans identify each other out in the world.” - Tersha Willis Tersha is the co-founder and Head of Creative at the innovative music merchandise and tech company Terrible Merch. She graduated from Goldsmiths College with a Fine Art and History of Art Degree. Tersha then worked in financial services, private equity and fashion before becoming an entrepreneur and co-founding cult streetwear brand Terrible Movement and later, Terrible Merch. Now, Terrible Merch provides unparalleled design, production, and merchandising services and tools for artists to help them increase profits from merchandise but also to create a unique connection between the artist and their fanbase. Tersha works only with projects that she truly believes in, carefully curating a roster of the best new artists and brands, including Marika Hackman, Girl Ray and Chastity Belt. Data aggregated across the client base creates valuable insight for both artists and the wider industry. Terrible Merch also produced merchandise for th

EP35: "Life is about connections, experiences and life long memories." - Ray Youngman From a council block to the tallest of skyscrapers, Ray Youngman have been lucky enough to experience a lot and understand that liking and wanting the nice things isn’t just reserved for the rich and privileged. He started developing properties around London at the age of 24 and was able to forge fantastic working relationships with worldwide partners who shared his vision of creating luxurious environmental experiences that seduce all the senses. Now, Ray is an experienced property investor, entrepreneur, visionary and social media and marketing guru with more than 50K followers on Instagram alone. Numbers do speak for themselves, right? He is the founder of Mr.Youngman Global which specialises in prime residential properties, wealth services, hypercars and lifestyle. He believes that everyone has to start with investing in themselves as with the right mindset, anything is possible. This is why Mr.Youngman showcas