Doug talks with David Roberts, a seasoned business leader with 30 years of experience who transforms struggling businesses and helps entrepreneurs reconnect with their purpose. David shares the power of the 12-week year, the psychology of business leadership, and how to overcome feeling stuck. His approach which combines practical business strategy with mindset work, is a framework for business success. Whether you're running a seven-figure business or planning your exit strategy, David's advice about patterns, beliefs, and skills will challenge your thinking about business growth.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
The 12-week year system accelerates progress by breaking annual goals into 13-week cycles, with the 13th week dedicated to review and planning, enabling better execution and more frequent achievement celebrations.
Business owners often feel stuck due to cashflow dependency and emotional attachment; the solution lies in building trusted teams and creating alternative revenue streams.
Understanding different personality types is crucial when implementing change. Effective goal setting must accommodate various working styles within a team.
Leaders should focus on execution rather than strategy, a successful change requires five elements: vision, resources, plan, skills, and incentives.
External factors like economic conditions shouldn't be the primary focus. Instead, try and concentrate on solving problems for customers and staying relevant to your target market.
The "Valley of Despair" or "Messy Middle" is an inevitable part of goal achievement; conducting a pre-mortem can help anticipate and prepare for challenges.
Balance your focus between practical business metrics and personal leadership development for sustainable success.

BEST MOMENTS

"A belief is something that you hold to be true, even though it may not be based on fact…so challenge those beliefs."

"What people think is well once you've started down the road of looking at selling a company you've kind of then got a sell it and that's not actually the case. What you've got to do is you've got to get yourself to a place where you can sell it if that's something that you want to do."

"I don't really see as a leader, how you can lead other people without, without first being a good self leader."

"Businesses exist to solve problems so if you are solving a problem and you're staying relevant to a group of people, a group of customers, and enough of them have the problem that you're trying to solve... then brilliant."

ABOUT THE GUEST

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-roberts-nu-heat/

https://www.facebook.com/dave.roberts.5076798

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Doug talks with David Roberts, a seasoned business leader with 30 years of experience who transforms struggling businesses and helps entrepreneurs reconnect with their purpose. David shares the power of the 12-week year, the psychology of business leadership, and how to overcome feeling stuck. His approach which combines practical business strategy with mindset work, is a framework for business success. Whether you're running a seven-figure business or planning your exit strategy, David's advice about patterns, beliefs, and skills will challenge your thinking about business growth.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>The 12-week year system accelerates progress by breaking annual goals into 13-week cycles, with the 13th week dedicated to review and planning, enabling better execution and more frequent achievement celebrations.</li>
<li>Business owners often feel stuck due to cashflow dependency and emotional attachment; the solution lies in building trusted teams and creating alternative revenue streams.</li>
<li>Understanding different personality types is crucial when implementing change. Effective goal setting must accommodate various working styles within a team.</li>
<li>Leaders should focus on execution rather than strategy, a successful change requires five elements: vision, resources, plan, skills, and incentives.</li>
<li>External factors like economic conditions shouldn't be the primary focus. Instead, try and concentrate on solving problems for customers and staying relevant to your target market.</li>
<li>The "Valley of Despair" or "Messy Middle" is an inevitable part of goal achievement; conducting a pre-mortem can help anticipate and prepare for challenges.</li>
<li>Balance your focus between practical business metrics and personal leadership development for sustainable success.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
"A belief is something that you hold to be true, even though it may not be based on fact…so challenge those beliefs."
"What people think is well once you've started down the road of looking at selling a company you've kind of then got a sell it and that's not actually the case. What you've got to do is you've got to get yourself to a place where you can sell it if that's something that you want to do."
"I don't really see as a leader, how you can lead other people without, without first being a good self leader."
"Businesses exist to solve problems so if you are solving a problem and you're staying relevant to a group of people, a group of customers, and enough of them have the problem that you're trying to solve... then brilliant."
ABOUT THE GUEST
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-roberts-nu-heat/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-roberts-nu-heat/</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/dave.roberts.5076798">https://www.facebook.com/dave.roberts.5076798</a>
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://dougbennett.co.uk/">http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk">doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug">https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>
Facebook Wealth Tribe: <a href="https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/">https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
<a href="https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success">https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success</a>
BOOKS:
Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z">https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a>
Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/</a>
Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Goals, Growth & Getting Unstuck a Guide to Business Growth with David Roberts

Doug interviews Gretchen Lennon, founder of Lennon Legal, a boutique law firm specialising in startups and early-stage companies in everything from funding rounds and employee share options, to commercial contracts and data protection and plenty in between. What starts as a discussion about legal entrepreneurship transforms into a fascinating exploration of work-life balance, goal setting, and the courage to take calculated risks. From trading corporate law life in London for skiing in Verbier to building a successful remote legal consultancy, Gretchen's experiences give inspiration to anyone considering a major career change or struggling with entrepreneurial challenges. The conversation also takes an unexpected therapeutic turn as Doug helps Gretchen confront her work-life balance struggles.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

·       After leaving her corporate law career in London, Gretchen discovered that running her own business led to working longer hours, not achieving the freedom she initially sought

·       A chance encounter with a client while working as a chalet manager in Verbier opened her eyes to the possibility of becoming a consultant lawyer

·       Starting with one short-term contract, Gretchen gradually built Lennon Legal into a team of 10 lawyers, proving you don't need a grand plan to build a successful business

·       Despite living in a famous ski resort, Gretchen found herself prioritising work over her personal life, highlighting how entrepreneurs can lose sight of why they chose independence

·       Her perspective on success evolved from wanting to build a large, financially successful law firm to creating a business that fits her desired lifestyle

·       Working with a business coach helped Gretchen recognise the importance of scheduling personal time first, as it won't happen naturally

·       Rather than staying paralysed by fear, Gretchen used Tim Ferriss's approach of thoroughly analysing worst case scenarios to take the leap into entrepreneurship

·       Through growing her business, Gretchen learned that delegation and building a team of specialists was more effective than trying to handle everything herself

BEST MOMENTS

"I really thought I was some sort of Ally McBeal meets suits and then I guess I kind of got to my late twenties and just sort of felt a little bit burnt out." 

"You can't have a work life balance that doesn't exist. You know, because you're either in work or you're in life, so you can't balance between the two and have it all" 

"As an entrepreneur, even when, in fact, I would almost go so far as to say, especially when things are a little bit quiet. That's when you have an even greater sense of guilt." 

"I quickly realised that this sort of concept of becoming completely destitute and, you know, running out of money and not having any clients and whatever actually really just sort of played out as, okay, I'll give it a go." 

ABOUT THE GUEST

lennonlegal.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchen-lennon-55455664/

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Doug interviews Gretchen Lennon, founder of Lennon Legal, a boutique law firm specialising in startups and early-stage companies in everything from funding rounds and employee share options, to commercial contracts and data protection and plenty in between. What starts as a discussion about legal entrepreneurship transforms into a fascinating exploration of work-life balance, goal setting, and the courage to take calculated risks. From trading corporate law life in London for skiing in Verbier to building a successful remote legal consultancy, Gretchen's experiences give inspiration to anyone considering a major career change or struggling with entrepreneurial challenges. The conversation also takes an unexpected therapeutic turn as Doug helps Gretchen confront her work-life balance struggles.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
·       After leaving her corporate law career in London, Gretchen discovered that running her own business led to working longer hours, not achieving the freedom she initially sought
·       A chance encounter with a client while working as a chalet manager in Verbier opened her eyes to the possibility of becoming a consultant lawyer
·       Starting with one short-term contract, Gretchen gradually built Lennon Legal into a team of 10 lawyers, proving you don't need a grand plan to build a successful business
·       Despite living in a famous ski resort, Gretchen found herself prioritising work over her personal life, highlighting how entrepreneurs can lose sight of why they chose independence
·       Her perspective on success evolved from wanting to build a large, financially successful law firm to creating a business that fits her desired lifestyle
·       Working with a business coach helped Gretchen recognise the importance of scheduling personal time first, as it won't happen naturally
·       Rather than staying paralysed by fear, Gretchen used Tim Ferriss's approach of thoroughly analysing worst case scenarios to take the leap into entrepreneurship
·       Through growing her business, Gretchen learned that delegation and building a team of specialists was more effective than trying to handle everything herself
BEST MOMENTS
"I really thought I was some sort of Ally McBeal meets suits and then I guess I kind of got to my late twenties and just sort of felt a little bit burnt out." 
"You can't have a work life balance that doesn't exist. You know, because you're either in work or you're in life, so you can't balance between the two and have it all" 
"As an entrepreneur, even when, in fact, I would almost go so far as to say, especially when things are a little bit quiet. That's when you have an even greater sense of guilt." 
"I quickly realised that this sort of concept of becoming completely destitute and, you know, running out of money and not having any clients and whatever actually really just sort of played out as, okay, I'll give it a go." 
ABOUT THE GUEST
<a href="http://lennonlegal.com/">lennonlegal.com</a>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchen-lennon-55455664/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchen-lennon-55455664/</a>
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://dougbennett.co.uk/">http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk">doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug">https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>
Facebook Wealth Tribe: <a href="https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/">https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
<a href="https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success">https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success</a>
BOOKS:
Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z">https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a>
Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/</a>
Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

The Truth About Work Life Balance with Gretchen Lennon of Lennon Legal

Doug interviews Summer Kang, a self-improvement podcaster who hosts the globally successful podcast "Inner Wealth." Despite her age, Summer shares profound insights gained from studying self development since age 11. From the power of gratitude to understanding life's mystical flow, she delivers five transformative lessons that challenge conventional thinking about success and personal growth. Summer offers a fresh perspective and deep understanding of universal principles, join her and Doug in this episode to learn more about gratitude, discipline and what it takes to build a successful mindset.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
Gratitude is the magnetic force that attracts more blessings. Being genuinely thankful for what you have creates a high vibration energy that accelerates goal achievement.
True discipline is self-love in action, choosing long term fulfilment over temporary pleasure builds character and creates freedom.
Life's challenges are opportunities for growth. Embracing difficulties as necessary steps in personal evolution transforms obstacles into stepping stones
External circumstances mirror internal realities, recurring problems in life reflect internal issues that need addressing.
The manifestation process requires both action and surrender, combine focused effort with trust in life's natural flow.
Self-talk shapes reality, your subconscious mind works to prove your beliefs true, whether positive or negative.
Success comes through loving the journey - focus on the process of becoming rather than fixating on end goals.
Service to humanity creates purpose so combining personal gifts with helping others generates meaningful fulfilment.

BEST MOMENTS

"If we're not grateful for what we have, how can we expect to be given more in life? Whether you believe, you know, God to be the power or the universe, but even simply just the word life, we have to be grateful for what we have."

"Self discipline is self love. It's understanding that right now I'm going to put temporary pleasure aside for the bigger goal or bigger gain of my life."

"Life is life is a gift. It's such a privilege to be here and to look at life and to see a problem or to approach it negatively is only ever a disservice to us because it's an honour really to have this opportunity."

"When something keeps crumbling externally, it's because somewhere in us, we have that problem going on."

"Life has this ebb and flow it's like a yin and yang of give and take, effortless action, where when we give something in our work when we put energy into something intention into it, we do our part, but then we allow nature to take its course.”

ABOUT THE GUEST

Summer is the 19 year old host of Inner wealth. A global podcast, in the top 2.5%, that has generated over 40,000 downloads in the first few months of launch. With listeners tuning in from 125 countries. Summer uses her gift to break down complex spiritual and self- development topics into digestible truths for a greater existence. The real secrets to a rich life: pouring into your mind and soul. From the age of 11 Summer has been obsessed with all things self- development; looking at it from every angle, in pursuit of finding answers for her life. Summer is now sharing this with the world: in hopes of making it a little easier for others to get to the same wisdom. The core of Summers purpose remains a constant… to be of service to humanity.

EPISODE RESOURCES

https://www.linkedin.com/in/summer-kang-ab98412aa?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/inner-wealth/id1749961258

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Doug interviews Summer Kang, a self-improvement podcaster who hosts the globally successful podcast "Inner Wealth." Despite her age, Summer shares profound insights gained from studying self development since age 11. From the power of gratitude to understanding life's mystical flow, she delivers five transformative lessons that challenge conventional thinking about success and personal growth. Summer offers a fresh perspective and deep understanding of universal principles, join her and Doug in this episode to learn more about gratitude, discipline and what it takes to build a successful mindset.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>Gratitude is the magnetic force that attracts more blessings. Being genuinely thankful for what you have creates a high vibration energy that accelerates goal achievement.</li>
<li>True discipline is self-love in action, choosing long term fulfilment over temporary pleasure builds character and creates freedom.</li>
<li>Life's challenges are opportunities for growth. Embracing difficulties as necessary steps in personal evolution transforms obstacles into stepping stones</li>
<li>External circumstances mirror internal realities, recurring problems in life reflect internal issues that need addressing.</li>
<li>The manifestation process requires both action and surrender, combine focused effort with trust in life's natural flow.</li>
<li>Self-talk shapes reality, your subconscious mind works to prove your beliefs true, whether positive or negative.</li>
<li>Success comes through loving the journey - focus on the process of becoming rather than fixating on end goals.</li>
<li>Service to humanity creates purpose so combining personal gifts with helping others generates meaningful fulfilment.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
"If we're not grateful for what we have, how can we expect to be given more in life? Whether you believe, you know, God to be the power or the universe, but even simply just the word life, we have to be grateful for what we have."
"Self discipline is self love. It's understanding that right now I'm going to put temporary pleasure aside for the bigger goal or bigger gain of my life."
"Life is life is a gift. It's such a privilege to be here and to look at life and to see a problem or to approach it negatively is only ever a disservice to us because it's an honour really to have this opportunity."
"When something keeps crumbling externally, it's because somewhere in us, we have that problem going on."
"Life has this ebb and flow it's like a yin and yang of give and take, effortless action, where when we give something in our work when we put energy into something intention into it, we do our part, but then we allow nature to take its course.”
ABOUT THE GUEST
Summer is the 19 year old host of Inner wealth. A global podcast, in the top 2.5%, that has generated over 40,000 downloads in the first few months of launch. With listeners tuning in from 125 countries. Summer uses her gift to break down complex spiritual and self- development topics into digestible truths for a greater existence. The real secrets to a rich life: pouring into your mind and soul. From the age of 11 Summer has been obsessed with all things self- development; looking at it from every angle, in pursuit of finding answers for her life. Summer is now sharing this with the world: in hopes of making it a little easier for others to get to the same wisdom. The core of Summers purpose remains a constant… to be of service to humanity.
EPISODE RESOURCES
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/summer-kang-ab98412aa?utm_source=share&amp;utm_campaign=share_via&amp;utm_content=profile&amp;utm_medium=ios_app">https://www.linkedin.com/in/summer-kang-ab98412aa?utm_source=share&amp;utm_campaign=share_via&amp;utm_content=profile&amp;utm_medium=ios_app </a> <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/inner-wealth/id1749961258">https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/inner-wealth/id1749961258</a>
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://dougbennett.co.uk/">http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk">doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug">https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>
Facebook Wealth Tribe: <a href="https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/">https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
<a href="https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success">https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success</a>
BOOKS:
Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z">https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a>
Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/</a>
Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Creating Inner Wealth with Podcaster Summer Kang

Doug is joined by Liam Barry, a client journey and automation specialist. Liam has spent 15 years mastering the art of automotive simulation as a process specialist and he talks to Doug about how he has transformed complex tasks into streamlined operations that boosted speed, efficiency, and consistency. He also shares how he has taken that same innovative approach, and applied it to the business world, helping companies drive more leads, increase sales conversions, and ultimately, enhance their bottom line. Their conversation gives practical insights for any business owner looking to modernise their operations while maintaining authentic customer connections.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
Don't rush into buying multiple software subscriptions. First, you need to assess what functionality your existing systems offer, to avoid unnecessary costs and complexity.
AI and automation shift the workforce rather than eliminate it. New technology creates new types of jobs while streamlining existing processes.
Break down large automation goals into manageable chunks. Ensure you focus on the process that's taking most of your time first and then expand from there.
Automation can save significant time in client onboarding so what takes hours manually can be reduced to zero whilst still maintaining consistency.
The key to effective AI implementation is providing detailed, conversational input as generic questions yield generic answers.
Different generations have varying preferences for communication, consider offering both automated and personal touch options.
Personal videos can be integrated into automated sequences to maintain human connection while saving time.
Understanding your client journey before implementing tech solutions ensures you choose the right tools and automation strategies.

BEST MOMENTS

"We map out exactly what you want to achieve with your business,  how you want clients and leads to experience your business and then when we understand that and we understand the end goal, we can sort out the technology to make that happen in the most automated and efficient way." 

"Learn what you need so you understand, not say you're an expert."

"If you do something where it's much more conversational, more like how two humans, I know this sounds ridiculous, but how you would communicate with two humans is like, this is what I'm trying to do. This is the background. This is what I want to get out of it." 

"We're not trying to lose the personal touch by using automation. We don't want it to sound like a robot." 

"If we sit here and go, right, we're going to have this, 10 different client journeys within my business of all these different things I want to do. I want them all singing and dancing and all automating." 

EPISODE RESOURCES

Website: www.liambarryonline.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-barry-b0156a201/

https://www.facebook.com/LiamBarryOnline2024/

https://liambarryonline.com/demo

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Doug is joined by Liam Barry, a client journey and automation specialist. Liam has spent 15 years mastering the art of automotive simulation as a process specialist and he talks to Doug about how he has transformed complex tasks into streamlined operations that boosted speed, efficiency, and consistency. He also shares how he has taken that same innovative approach, and applied it to the business world, helping companies drive more leads, increase sales conversions, and ultimately, enhance their bottom line. Their conversation gives practical insights for any business owner looking to modernise their operations while maintaining authentic customer connections.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>Don't rush into buying multiple software subscriptions. First, you need to assess what functionality your existing systems offer, to avoid unnecessary costs and complexity.</li>
<li>AI and automation shift the workforce rather than eliminate it. New technology creates new types of jobs while streamlining existing processes.</li>
<li>Break down large automation goals into manageable chunks. Ensure you focus on the process that's taking most of your time first and then expand from there.</li>
<li>Automation can save significant time in client onboarding so what takes hours manually can be reduced to zero whilst still maintaining consistency.</li>
<li>The key to effective AI implementation is providing detailed, conversational input as generic questions yield generic answers.</li>
<li>Different generations have varying preferences for communication, consider offering both automated and personal touch options.</li>
<li>Personal videos can be integrated into automated sequences to maintain human connection while saving time.</li>
<li>Understanding your client journey before implementing tech solutions ensures you choose the right tools and automation strategies.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
"We map out exactly what you want to achieve with your business,  how you want clients and leads to experience your business and then when we understand that and we understand the end goal, we can sort out the technology to make that happen in the most automated and efficient way." 
"Learn what you need so you understand, not say you're an expert."
"If you do something where it's much more conversational, more like how two humans, I know this sounds ridiculous, but how you would communicate with two humans is like, this is what I'm trying to do. This is the background. This is what I want to get out of it." 
"We're not trying to lose the personal touch by using automation. We don't want it to sound like a robot." 
"If we sit here and go, right, we're going to have this, 10 different client journeys within my business of all these different things I want to do. I want them all singing and dancing and all automating." 
EPISODE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://www.liambarryonline.com/">www.liambarryonline.com</a>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-barry-b0156a201/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-barry-b0156a201/</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/LiamBarryOnline2024/">https://www.facebook.com/LiamBarryOnline2024/</a>
<a href="https://liambarryonline.com/demo">https://liambarryonline.com/demo</a>
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://dougbennett.co.uk/">http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk">doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug">https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>
Facebook Wealth Tribe: <a href="https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/">https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
<a href="https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success">https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success</a>
BOOKS:
Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z">https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a>
Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/</a>
Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

How to Scale Your Business Without Losing the Human Touch with Liam Barry

Doug is joined by Lewis Crompton, a 35-year-old trading expert striving to help a million families achieve financial freedom. Lewis is on a mission to help 1 million families live with less stress and more fun through financial education and empowerment. He became financially free by trading financial markets, starting over 10 years ago, taught by Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad Poor Dad, and then headhunted to teach for them. Lewis is a leading voice in the industry, championing safe, systematic and profitable trading techniques.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
Lewis's accidental entry into trading led to a life-changing career!
He became financially free through trading in just seven months, demonstrating the power of focused goal setting and skill acquisition.
Financial stress is a major factor in family breakdowns, financial education is something that can help with this and what Lewis tries to empower others to do.
Start Trading Now focuses on teaching people how to trade safely, using only 1% of their account per trade while still aiming for 5% monthly growth.
Setting clear goals and focusing on the process rather than the end result can lead to more enjoyable and successful goal achievement.
Diversification is key: Lewis expanded from trading into property investment to build a well rounded financial portfolio.
Creating clarity in all aspects of life, from personal relationships to business, leads to reduced stress and better outcomes too.
Visualisation techniques, such as vision boards and daily affirmations, can help reinforce goals and shape behaviour patterns, making long term success more likely.
Balancing work and personal life is crucial, even when you love your job, you have to learn to maintain overall well being to avoid burnout.

BEST MOMENTS

"I always say, very honestly, it was easier for me to leave my job in seven months to generate that income, but then I decided to continue obviously growing from there and then invest in property." 

"We take the pressure off the goal and we put the pressure onto the process. Because sometimes what happens is we see how far away that goal is, and with it being so far away, we focus ourselves on the gap between those two things." 

"Trust in God, but tie up your camel, it's such a true one. So I relate that to over the past 10 plus years or so in business, in life, I've trusted people. I've not tied up my camel." 

"Hard decisions now make an easier tomorrow. Easy decisions now make a harder tomorrow. So if you want an easier, better, happier life, it's going to take some hard choices right now." 

"I printed off an A4 piece of paper with as big text as possible saying I am now a trader. Obviously, I wasn't at that point. I was in the process of becoming one and I put it somewhere that I knew I was going to see every single day." 

EPISODE RESOURCES

Website: www.startradingnow.com

lewis@startradingnow.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/startradingnow

Our free masterclass is an amazing opportunity to enhance your trading and wealth creation expertise and unlock the financial success you’ve been working towards. When you sign up you’ll also be sent a free copy of our eBook as well.

https://startradingnow.com/the-startrading-masterclass-podcast/

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Doug is joined by Lewis Crompton, a 35-year-old trading expert striving to help a million families achieve financial freedom. Lewis is on a mission to help 1 million families live with less stress and more fun through financial education and empowerment. He became financially free by trading financial markets, starting over 10 years ago, taught by Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad Poor Dad, and then headhunted to teach for them. Lewis is a leading voice in the industry, championing safe, systematic and profitable trading techniques.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>Lewis's accidental entry into trading led to a life-changing career!</li>
<li>He became financially free through trading in just seven months, demonstrating the power of focused goal setting and skill acquisition.</li>
<li>Financial stress is a major factor in family breakdowns, financial education is something that can help with this and what Lewis tries to empower others to do.</li>
<li>Start Trading Now focuses on teaching people how to trade safely, using only 1% of their account per trade while still aiming for 5% monthly growth.</li>
<li>Setting clear goals and focusing on the process rather than the end result can lead to more enjoyable and successful goal achievement.</li>
<li>Diversification is key: Lewis expanded from trading into property investment to build a well rounded financial portfolio.</li>
<li>Creating clarity in all aspects of life, from personal relationships to business, leads to reduced stress and better outcomes too.</li>
<li>Visualisation techniques, such as vision boards and daily affirmations, can help reinforce goals and shape behaviour patterns, making long term success more likely.</li>
<li>Balancing work and personal life is crucial, even when you love your job, you have to learn to maintain overall well being to avoid burnout.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
"I always say, very honestly, it was easier for me to leave my job in seven months to generate that income, but then I decided to continue obviously growing from there and then invest in property." 
"We take the pressure off the goal and we put the pressure onto the process. Because sometimes what happens is we see how far away that goal is, and with it being so far away, we focus ourselves on the gap between those two things." 
"Trust in God, but tie up your camel, it's such a true one. So I relate that to over the past 10 plus years or so in business, in life, I've trusted people. I've not tied up my camel." 
"Hard decisions now make an easier tomorrow. Easy decisions now make a harder tomorrow. So if you want an easier, better, happier life, it's going to take some hard choices right now." 
"I printed off an A4 piece of paper with as big text as possible saying I am now a trader. Obviously, I wasn't at that point. I was in the process of becoming one and I put it somewhere that I knew I was going to see every single day." 
EPISODE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://www.startradingnow.com/">www.startradingnow.com</a>
lewis@startradingnow.com
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/startradingnow">https://www.facebook.com/groups/startradingnow</a>
Our free masterclass is an amazing opportunity to enhance your trading and wealth creation expertise and unlock the financial success you’ve been working towards. When you sign up you’ll also be sent a free copy of our eBook as well.
<a href="https://startradingnow.com/the-startrading-masterclass-podcast/">https://startradingnow.com/the-startrading-masterclass-podcast/</a>
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://dougbennett.co.uk/">http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk">doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug">https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>
Facebook Wealth Tribe: <a href="https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/">https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
<a href="https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success">https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success</a>
BOOKS:
Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z">https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a>
Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/</a>
Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Empowering a Million Families: Lewis Crompton's Financial Mission

Doug speaks with Karen Grosz, also known as the "Monday Videos Lady" for her enthusiastic weekly motivational videos. Karen shares her journey from being shy to becoming a successful team building expert and author. She also discusses the importance of goal setting, authenticity, and embracing life's opportunities.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
Setting and sharing goals is crucial for success. Tell individuals and groups about your goals to find support and accountability.
Authenticity is key to personal and professional growth. Karen found more success when she embraced her natural grey hair and true self.
Protecting and nurturing your energy is essential. Karen maintains her enthusiasm through good sleep, nutrition, and surrounding herself with positive people.
Collaborative art can be a powerful tool for team building, fostering communication and shared pride in accomplishments.
Changing your mindset from being miserable to cheerful can dramatically improve your life and relationships.
It's never too late to pursue new goals or try new things. Karen did stand-up comedy for the first time recently, proving age is just a number.
Young people often want to learn from those with experience. Don't be afraid to share your wisdom and lessons learned.
During times of transition, we have the opportunity to reinvent ourselves and become the person we want to be.

BEST MOMENTS

"You only hurt yourself in the kitchen until you decide to stop hurting yourself in the kitchen." 

"You have one life and you get to make the choice. And we need you there, whatever you're good at." 

"Share your goal. When you figure out what it is and you really want it, you have to tell individuals and you have to tell rooms full of people because there is somebody out there who is going to help you make it come true." 

"You're not too old. And it's not too late. You just have to start whatever the goal is that you want to achieve." 

"When you are scared of going for your goal, when you're scared of making that choice, that change in your life, when you're scared of going from morose to the happy, you just have to remember that that thing you're scared of is not a bear. It is a cow."

EPISODE RESOURCES

Website: canvascreekteams.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-grosz/

KarenGrosz@Sam2paint

https://web.facebook.com/karen.grosz.1

https://www.instagram.com/karengrosz/?hl=en

Known as The Monday Videos Lady for her energetic welcome to the week, Karen is a five-time author, both an award-winning and TEDx Speaker, founder of Canvas Creek Team Building, and recipient of the Montana Governor’s Award for volunteerism. Her mission is to inspire others to be their best, to try the next thing, and to know they are worth every effort it takes to live their Next.  

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Doug speaks with Karen Grosz, also known as the "Monday Videos Lady" for her enthusiastic weekly motivational videos. Karen shares her journey from being shy to becoming a successful team building expert and author. She also discusses the importance of goal setting, authenticity, and embracing life's opportunities.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>Setting and sharing goals is crucial for success. Tell individuals and groups about your goals to find support and accountability.</li>
<li>Authenticity is key to personal and professional growth. Karen found more success when she embraced her natural grey hair and true self.</li>
<li>Protecting and nurturing your energy is essential. Karen maintains her enthusiasm through good sleep, nutrition, and surrounding herself with positive people.</li>
<li>Collaborative art can be a powerful tool for team building, fostering communication and shared pride in accomplishments.</li>
<li>Changing your mindset from being miserable to cheerful can dramatically improve your life and relationships.</li>
<li>It's never too late to pursue new goals or try new things. Karen did stand-up comedy for the first time recently, proving age is just a number.</li>
<li>Young people often want to learn from those with experience. Don't be afraid to share your wisdom and lessons learned.</li>
<li> During times of transition, we have the opportunity to reinvent ourselves and become the person we want to be.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
"You only hurt yourself in the kitchen until you decide to stop hurting yourself in the kitchen." 
"You have one life and you get to make the choice. And we need you there, whatever you're good at." 
"Share your goal. When you figure out what it is and you really want it, you have to tell individuals and you have to tell rooms full of people because there is somebody out there who is going to help you make it come true." 
"You're not too old. And it's not too late. You just have to start whatever the goal is that you want to achieve." 
"When you are scared of going for your goal, when you're scared of making that choice, that change in your life, when you're scared of going from morose to the happy, you just have to remember that that thing you're scared of is not a bear. It is a cow."
EPISODE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://canvascreekteams.com/">canvascreekteams.com</a>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-grosz/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-grosz/</a>
KarenGrosz@Sam2paint
<a href="https://web.facebook.com/karen.grosz.1">https://web.facebook.com/karen.grosz.1</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/karengrosz/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/karengrosz/?hl=en</a>
Known as The Monday Videos Lady for her energetic welcome to the week, Karen is a five-time author, both an award-winning and TEDx Speaker, founder of Canvas Creek Team Building, and recipient of the Montana Governor’s Award for volunteerism. Her mission is to inspire others to be their best, to try the next thing, and to know they are worth every effort it takes to live their Next.  
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://dougbennett.co.uk/">http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk">doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug">https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>
Facebook Wealth Tribe: <a href="https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/">https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
<a href="https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success">https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success</a>
BOOKS:
Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z">https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a>
Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/</a>
Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

The Power of Monday Motivation: Karen Grosz's Journey to Positivity

Doug is joined by Andrew Dewar, an accountant turned energy healer and life coach. Andrew talks to Doug about his transformative journey and introduces his "Five Year You" program which is designed to help people become their best selves over a five-year period. Andrew offers a fresh perspective on goal setting, personal growth, and living an authentic life in this episode, by sharing what he has learnt is effective, including giving yourself permission to change. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS
The "Five Year You" program focuses on becoming your best self over five years, taking the pressure off short-term goals and focusing instead on long-term lifestyle changes.
Andrew introduces the "Layers of Life" concept, which encourages living from the inside out, starting with your soul's purpose and working outward to relationships and material possessions.
You have to learn to give yourself permission to live a good life and make changes that align with your true self, rather than trying to impress others or meet societal expectations.
Andrew emphasises the value of making small, consistent changes (1% improvements) in daily habits to create significant long-term results in personal growth and wellbeing.
Andrew introduces the "60 Second Rule" as a technique for managing recurring thoughts or concerns, allowing brief focused attention before moving on.
Don't underestimate the importance of setting multiple goals beyond your primary objective, to help you maintain motivation and direction after achieving a significant milestone.
Andrew shares his big audacious goal of helping a million people become their best selves, don't be afraid of thinking big and taking consistent action towards a vision.

BEST MOMENTS

"Life is way better when you give yourself permission to live a good life." 

"When you know who you are, it's been my experience that the right people show up and the right community takes place." 

"Focus more on the person that you want to become. Then use goals, as you're measuring stops along the way because if you are trying to lose weight for the beach trip you're going on next summer, if you're trying to save up money for a trip, if you're trying to do all these things, that's not changing your identity" 

"I got to 60 and I was looking out ahead of my life thinking, well, you know, if I get to 80, I've done 75 percent of my life. I've got 25 percent left"

"People are rooting for you. And when you get around people that also want to live a great life, it changes"

EPISODE RESOURCES

Andrew Dewar

Your mobile number, include your international code, just in case we need to connect at short notice.: +1 204-999-2153

Website: www.fiveyearyou.com

How would you like to be introduced on the podcast?: Andrew Dewar from Five Year You

If you are on LinkedIn, and would like us to promote you - please tell us your LinkedIn address?: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-dewar-cpa-cga-4a430b260/

If you are on Facebook, or have a Facebook Group, let us have the links so we can include them in the shownotes.: http://facebook.com/fiveyearyou

Do you have a lead magnet that you would like us to share? Add the link below.: http://fiveyearyou.com/future/

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Doug is joined by Andrew Dewar, an accountant turned energy healer and life coach. Andrew talks to Doug about his transformative journey and introduces his "Five Year You" program which is designed to help people become their best selves over a five-year period. Andrew offers a fresh perspective on goal setting, personal growth, and living an authentic life in this episode, by sharing what he has learnt is effective, including giving yourself permission to change. 
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>The "Five Year You" program focuses on becoming your best self over five years, taking the pressure off short-term goals and focusing instead on long-term lifestyle changes.</li>
<li>Andrew introduces the "Layers of Life" concept, which encourages living from the inside out, starting with your soul's purpose and working outward to relationships and material possessions.</li>
<li>You have to learn to give yourself permission to live a good life and make changes that align with your true self, rather than trying to impress others or meet societal expectations.</li>
<li>Andrew emphasises the value of making small, consistent changes (1% improvements) in daily habits to create significant long-term results in personal growth and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Andrew introduces the "60 Second Rule" as a technique for managing recurring thoughts or concerns, allowing brief focused attention before moving on.</li>
<li>Don't underestimate the importance of setting multiple goals beyond your primary objective, to help you maintain motivation and direction after achieving a significant milestone.</li>
<li>Andrew shares his big audacious goal of helping a million people become their best selves, don't be afraid of thinking big and taking consistent action towards a vision.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
"Life is way better when you give yourself permission to live a good life." 
"When you know who you are, it's been my experience that the right people show up and the right community takes place." 
"Focus more on the person that you want to become. Then use goals, as you're measuring stops along the way because if you are trying to lose weight for the beach trip you're going on next summer, if you're trying to save up money for a trip, if you're trying to do all these things, that's not changing your identity" 
"I got to 60 and I was looking out ahead of my life thinking, well, you know, if I get to 80, I've done 75 percent of my life. I've got 25 percent left"
"People are rooting for you. And when you get around people that also want to live a great life, it changes"
EPISODE RESOURCES
Andrew Dewar
Your mobile number, include your international code, just in case we need to connect at short notice.: +1 204-999-2153
Website: www.fiveyearyou.com
How would you like to be introduced on the podcast?: Andrew Dewar from Five Year You
If you are on LinkedIn, and would like us to promote you - please tell us your LinkedIn address?: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-dewar-cpa-cga-4a430b260/
If you are on Facebook, or have a Facebook Group, let us have the links so we can include them in the shownotes.: http://facebook.com/fiveyearyou
Do you have a lead magnet that you would like us to share? Add the link below.: http://fiveyearyou.com/future/
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://dougbennett.co.uk/">http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk">doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug">https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>
Facebook Wealth Tribe: <a href="https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/">https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
<a href="https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success">https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success</a>
BOOKS:
Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z">https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a>
Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/</a>
Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Permission to Change? Andrew Dewar on Transforming Your Life One Day at a Time

Doug talks to Christian Purcell, the cofounder of DropPoint. Discover how this innovative platform connects donors with charities, revolutionising the way we give. From remote work adventures to creating a self-sustaining charity platform, Christian is an innovator and philanthropist who is championing sustainability and community empowerment.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
DropPoint is a directory of charities seeking item donations, functioning like a "reverse eBay" for giving away things. The platform uses e-commerce return portal technology to facilitate direct donations from donors to charities.
Christian's goal of creating a self-sufficient, remote-work-friendly business was realised through DropPoint. It generates income through integrated courier services, offering rates cheaper than traditional postage options.
DropPoint provides opportunities for aspiring tech professionals to gain experience and break into the industry. The platform aims to expand by collaborating with businesses on corporate social responsibility projects.
Christian's journey demonstrates how passion projects can lead to personal and professional growth.
Remote work opportunities are becoming rarer post-pandemic, Christian recognises the value of flexible work arrangements for both individuals and companies.

BEST MOMENTS

"I left a good job to go work part time just doing bits and bobs, part time minimum wage work, because I needed to free up my time to build a website, hunt down charities, go through the whole learning curve of how to actually establish and run a legal business." 

"I honestly feel apart from complete financial independence, which would be amazing. I honestly feel like I have completed my biggest life goals as of a couple of years ago."

"If there are some businesses out there that want to do some very big and bold item related charity campaigns, we are all there, whether it's the tech, the logistics, the marketing, the support, anything that you need" 

EPISODE RESOURCES

https://droppoint.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-purcell/

https://www.instagram.com/droppointhq/

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Doug talks to Christian Purcell, the cofounder of DropPoint. Discover how this innovative platform connects donors with charities, revolutionising the way we give. From remote work adventures to creating a self-sustaining charity platform, Christian is an innovator and philanthropist who is championing sustainability and community empowerment.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>DropPoint is a directory of charities seeking item donations, functioning like a "reverse eBay" for giving away things. The platform uses e-commerce return portal technology to facilitate direct donations from donors to charities.</li>
<li>Christian's goal of creating a self-sufficient, remote-work-friendly business was realised through DropPoint. It generates income through integrated courier services, offering rates cheaper than traditional postage options.</li>
<li>DropPoint provides opportunities for aspiring tech professionals to gain experience and break into the industry. The platform aims to expand by collaborating with businesses on corporate social responsibility projects.</li>
<li>Christian's journey demonstrates how passion projects can lead to personal and professional growth.</li>
<li>Remote work opportunities are becoming rarer post-pandemic, Christian recognises the value of flexible work arrangements for both individuals and companies.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
"I left a good job to go work part time just doing bits and bobs, part time minimum wage work, because I needed to free up my time to build a website, hunt down charities, go through the whole learning curve of how to actually establish and run a legal business." 
"I honestly feel apart from complete financial independence, which would be amazing. I honestly feel like I have completed my biggest life goals as of a couple of years ago."
"If there are some businesses out there that want to do some very big and bold item related charity campaigns, we are all there, whether it's the tech, the logistics, the marketing, the support, anything that you need" 
EPISODE RESOURCES
https://droppoint.org/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-purcell/
https://www.instagram.com/droppointhq/
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://dougbennett.co.uk/">http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk">doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug">https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>
Facebook Wealth Tribe: <a href="https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/">https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
<a href="https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success">https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success</a>
BOOKS:
Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z">https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a>
Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/</a>
Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Innovating Charity Powered by Tech with Christian Purcell of DropPoint

Doug is joined by global speaker, author of Forensic Leadership: The Traces We Leave Behind, leadership coach, mentor and former elite British Army Commando Lieutenant Colonel Paul Kinkaid. Paul shares his journey from military service to developing the concept of "Forensic Leadership." Discover how Paul's unique experiences shaped his approach to leadership, goal-setting, and personal growth.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
Paul's concept of "Forensic Leadership" is based on the principle that every interaction leaves a trace, either positive (green) or negative (red).
The three guiding principles of Forensic Leadership are care, notice, and transparency, which help maximise positive outcomes in interactions.
Paul developed DactoApp, a software tool that measures leadership traits and predicts how "green" or "red" a leader is, allowing organisations to identify and address leadership issues.
Transitioning from military to civilian life can be challenging, as it involves redefining one's identity and finding a new purpose.
Setting ambitious goals, can provide direction and create good motivation.
Planning for failure is crucial when setting goals, as it helps identify potential obstacles and create contingency plans.
Paul's military background provided valuable lessons in leadership and goal achievement that he has then applied to business and his personal life.
Developing emotional connections and demonstrating genuine care are essential aspects of effective leadership, regardless of the environment.

BEST MOMENTS

"Great leadership comes from a position of care and that comes from a couple of profound incidents that happened, and it's in the TED Talk as well that happened in my career that held a mirror up."

"If you communicate effectively how the organisation is going to grow and develop and you communicate that intent, which is what I call it. Lots of people call it their why, their vision, their mission, their purpose. I call it intent."

"If you're going to set goals in order to succeed, plan for failure. So too many people are too optimistic. You've got to understand where, how, and if it's going to go wrong."

"When I left the army as Colonel Poole. I spent a long time working out who I was now, and it was my choice to take the uniform off, but it was hard, it was really hard, handing that uniform in."

"We talk about big, hairy, audacious goals and, you know, Colonel in the Armed Forces, Big Hairy Audacious Goal. An app out into the world, Big Hairy Audacious Goal. Number one bestseller, Big Hairy Audacious Goal. What's next?"

EPISODE RESOURCES

www.paulkinkaid.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulkinkaid/
https://www.facebook.com/paul.kinkaid/
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Forensic-Leadership-Changing-Culture-Nation/dp/1468574361

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Doug is joined by global speaker, author of Forensic Leadership: The Traces We Leave Behind, leadership coach, mentor and former elite British Army Commando Lieutenant Colonel Paul Kinkaid. Paul shares his journey from military service to developing the concept of "Forensic Leadership." Discover how Paul's unique experiences shaped his approach to leadership, goal-setting, and personal growth.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>Paul's concept of "Forensic Leadership" is based on the principle that every interaction leaves a trace, either positive (green) or negative (red).</li>
<li>The three guiding principles of Forensic Leadership are care, notice, and transparency, which help maximise positive outcomes in interactions.</li>
<li>Paul developed DactoApp, a software tool that measures leadership traits and predicts how "green" or "red" a leader is, allowing organisations to identify and address leadership issues.</li>
<li>Transitioning from military to civilian life can be challenging, as it involves redefining one's identity and finding a new purpose.</li>
<li>Setting ambitious goals, can provide direction and create good motivation.</li>
<li>Planning for failure is crucial when setting goals, as it helps identify potential obstacles and create contingency plans.</li>
<li>Paul's military background provided valuable lessons in leadership and goal achievement that he has then applied to business and his personal life.</li>
<li>Developing emotional connections and demonstrating genuine care are essential aspects of effective leadership, regardless of the environment.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
"Great leadership comes from a position of care and that comes from a couple of profound incidents that happened, and it's in the TED Talk as well that happened in my career that held a mirror up."
"If you communicate effectively how the organisation is going to grow and develop and you communicate that intent, which is what I call it. Lots of people call it their why, their vision, their mission, their purpose. I call it intent."
"If you're going to set goals in order to succeed, plan for failure. So too many people are too optimistic. You've got to understand where, how, and if it's going to go wrong."
"When I left the army as Colonel Poole. I spent a long time working out who I was now, and it was my choice to take the uniform off, but it was hard, it was really hard, handing that uniform in."
"We talk about big, hairy, audacious goals and, you know, Colonel in the Armed Forces, Big Hairy Audacious Goal. An app out into the world, Big Hairy Audacious Goal. Number one bestseller, Big Hairy Audacious Goal. What's next?"
EPISODE RESOURCES
<a href="http://www.paulkinkaid.com/">www.paulkinkaid.com</a> <a href="https://calendly.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fpaulkinkaid%2F">https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulkinkaid/</a> <a href="https://calendly.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fpaul.kinkaid%2F">https://www.facebook.com/paul.kinkaid/</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Forensic-Leadership-Changing-Culture-Nation/dp/1468574361">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Forensic-Leadership-Changing-Culture-Nation/dp/1468574361</a>
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://dougbennett.co.uk/">http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk">doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug">https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>
Facebook Wealth Tribe: <a href="https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/">https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
<a href="https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success">https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success</a>
BOOKS:
Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z">https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a>
Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/</a>
Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Planning for Failure: The Secret to Achieving Your Biggest Goals with Paul Kinkaid

Doug Bennett interviews, Sam Rathling, Global Expert on all things LinkedIn and Social Selling. Author of 'Linked Inbound' & 'Linked Outbound'. She has consulted for some of the biggest brands in the world and helped her clients generate over £168m. From goal-storming to Olympic dreams, Sam shares her incredible journey of entrepreneurship, motherhood, and battling cancer. Discover how setting intentions can manifest success, learn the secrets of LinkedIn mastery, and be inspired by Sam's resilience.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
Goal-storming is a powerful technique where you brainstorm goals in various life categories, writing down everything without filtering, then selecting the top two for each category.
Align goals with core values and focus on who you need to become to achieve them, not just what you want to accomplish.
Set specific LinkedIn goals: Add new connections daily, post content at least three times a week, and engage with 5-10 posts from your target audience daily.
Create a conversion mechanism to move LinkedIn connections off-platform and into your sales funnel, such as free events or lead magnets.
Track your numbers and conversion rates to understand how many leads you need to achieve your business goals.
Teach goal setting to children early, using vision boards and annual goal-setting exercises to instil the habit.
Your LinkedIn profile should speak directly to your ideal client, addressing their pain points and including clear calls-to-action.
Leverage personal stories and vulnerability in your content to increase engagement and build authentic connections.

BEST MOMENTS

"I always say what gets measured gets done so I think the fact that I do track things, I track things very analytically every month on business, but also I do look at all aspects of what, how I'm working in my life in general." 

"My goal from LinkedIn is to move people onto my email list. And then if they're on my email list. Then they get invited to my free events and my free events turn them into customers"

"I'm big into give as much value for free as possible because if people go, wow, if that's her free stuff, like imagine what would happen if I actually paid her money."

"I think goals have always been a massive part of my life and I instil it in my kids as well. They've done vision boards and goal boards since they were three years old." 

EPISODE RESOURCES


http://socialselling.co.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/in/samrathling-linkedinexpert/

Instagram is @samrathling 
44 prospecting Tips: https://socialselling.co.uk/44prospectingtips

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/

Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug

Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z

Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/

Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Doug Bennett interviews, Sam Rathling, Global Expert on all things LinkedIn and Social Selling. Author of 'Linked Inbound' &amp; 'Linked Outbound'. She has consulted for some of the biggest brands in the world and helped her clients generate over £168m. From goal-storming to Olympic dreams, Sam shares her incredible journey of entrepreneurship, motherhood, and battling cancer. Discover how setting intentions can manifest success, learn the secrets of LinkedIn mastery, and be inspired by Sam's resilience.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>Goal-storming is a powerful technique where you brainstorm goals in various life categories, writing down everything without filtering, then selecting the top two for each category.</li>
<li>Align goals with core values and focus on who you need to become to achieve them, not just what you want to accomplish.</li>
<li>Set specific LinkedIn goals: Add new connections daily, post content at least three times a week, and engage with 5-10 posts from your target audience daily.</li>
<li>Create a conversion mechanism to move LinkedIn connections off-platform and into your sales funnel, such as free events or lead magnets.</li>
<li>Track your numbers and conversion rates to understand how many leads you need to achieve your business goals.</li>
<li>Teach goal setting to children early, using vision boards and annual goal-setting exercises to instil the habit.</li>
<li>Your LinkedIn profile should speak directly to your ideal client, addressing their pain points and including clear calls-to-action.</li>
<li>Leverage personal stories and vulnerability in your content to increase engagement and build authentic connections.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
"I always say what gets measured gets done so I think the fact that I do track things, I track things very analytically every month on business, but also I do look at all aspects of what, how I'm working in my life in general." 
"My goal from LinkedIn is to move people onto my email list. And then if they're on my email list. Then they get invited to my free events and my free events turn them into customers"
"I'm big into give as much value for free as possible because if people go, wow, if that's her free stuff, like imagine what would happen if I actually paid her money."
"I think goals have always been a massive part of my life and I instil it in my kids as well. They've done vision boards and goal boards since they were three years old." 
EPISODE RESOURCES
 <a href="https://calendly.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Fsocialselling.co.uk">http://socialselling.co.uk</a> <a href="https://calendly.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fsamrathling-linkedinexpert%2F">https://www.linkedin.com/in/samrathling-linkedinexpert/</a>
Instagram is @samrathling  44 prospecting Tips: <a href="https://calendly.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fsocialselling.co.uk%2F44prospectingtips">https://socialselling.co.uk/44prospectingtips</a>
VALUABLE RESOURCES
Website: <a href="http://dougbennett.co.uk/">http://dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:doug@dougbennett.co.uk">doug@dougbennett.co.uk</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/</a>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug">https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug</a>
Facebook Wealth Tribe: <a href="https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/">https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/</a>
Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
<a href="https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success">https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success</a>
BOOKS:
Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z">https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z</a>
Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/</a>
Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

Finding Your LinkedIn Potential & Goal Storming with Sam Rathling

Welcome to Goals Do Come True with Doug Bennett, bestselling author, lifestyle financial planner, and international speaker.

Each week, Doug will share insights with you from inspiring guests who have already achieved their work-optional dreams. You’ll get a ringside seat into real stories of people who have overcome bankruptcy, built and sold successful businesses, and are now living life on their own terms WITHOUT ever worrying about their finances.

By the end of this journey, you’ll be one step closer to unlocking The Work Optional Lifestyle Financial Plan® – a toolkit of all the unique systems and processes you need to craft a lifestyle where work is truly optional.



So, if you’re ready to embrace financial freedom, retire early, and do it without constantly pinching pennies, stay tuned for exciting new episodes released every Wednesday.

Welcome to Goals Do Come True with Doug Bennett, bestselling author, lifestyle financial planner, and international speaker.
Each week, Doug will share insights with you from inspiring guests who have already achieved their work-optional dreams. You’ll get a ringside seat into real stories of people who have overcome bankruptcy, built and sold successful businesses, and are now living life on their own terms WITHOUT ever worrying about their finances.
By the end of this journey, you’ll be one step closer to unlocking The Work Optional Lifestyle Financial Plan® – a toolkit of all the unique systems and processes you need to craft a lifestyle where work is truly optional. 
So, if you’re ready to embrace financial freedom, retire early, and do it without constantly pinching pennies, stay tuned for exciting new episodes released every Wednesday.

Goals DO Come True with Doug Bennett

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