Unfinished Business by Inspiration Space: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to Unfinished Business, an accelerated lesson in entrepreneurship.
There's a lot of talk about business success, but what about failures?
Join Liana Fricker, TEDx Speaker and Founder of Inspiration Space, in this 7-part series designed to remove the fear and intimidation factor from starting and growing a small business. Listen in for no holds barred conversations with an eclectic mix of entrepreneurs who share the highs and lows of starting a company - and the secrets to keeping it alive.
The story of Kay Kukoyi Founder of Purposeful Group
Whilst 50% of SMEs increased digital uptake during the pandemic, they still face several barriers that, if removed, would accelerate the digital transition.
Kay shares her insights on preparing for the future, business in 2022 and beyond, why every company is a tech company now.
In this lesson you'll learn:
- Digitalisation of SMEs is fundamental in building inclusive and resilient economies and societies.
- The gap between SMEs and larger companies strengthens the inequality among firms, and, in turn, people and places.
- Because fewer SMEs train themselves or employees to improve their IT skills, compared with large companies, digital gaps with large firms persist and indeed are at risk of exponentially widening.
Unfinished Business: an accelerated lesson in entrepreneurship. In this podcast we'll talk to inspiring founders who share the highs and lows of starting a company - and keeping it alive.
You can find out more about Inspiration Space at https://www.theinspirationspace.co/
The Story of Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones, The Black Farmer.
Areas of interest: Scaling, building an iconic brand, supply chains, covid, sustainability, brexit, managing economic winds of change.
Standing out to fit in, as you grow, what mental and emotional changes have you noticed in yourself? When did you learn to let go?
Unfinished Business: an accelerated lesson in entrepreneurship. In this podcast we'll talk to inspiring founders who share the highs and lows of starting a company - and keeping it alive.
You can find out more about Inspiration Space at https://www.theinspirationspace.co/
The story of Sally-Anne Stevens, Founder and CEO of B the Agency.
Sally-Anne started her business in 2003. Armed with a laptop from eBay and just enough money to pay the rent, she quit her job and flew.
Nearly two decades on, Sally-Anne has built an international company where both people and brands thrive.
In this episode you’ll learn:
- Why being kind is a competitive advantage
- What to look for in an advisor - and when to run like hell
- The mistakes that are too expensive to make more than once
Unfinished Business: an accelerated lesson in entrepreneurship. In this podcast we'll talk to inspiring founders who share the highs and lows of starting a company - and keeping it alive.
You can find out more about Inspiration Space at https://www.theinspirationspace.co/
The story of Maxine Laceby, Founder and CEO of Absolute Collagen. One of the fastest growing beauty brands in the UK, Maxine's journey into entrepreneurship started at the age of 49 following two decades as a 'stay at home' mom.
In this episode you’ll learn:
- The practical steps Maxine took to grow from 0 to over 30,000 customers in less than 6 years.
- Why every successful entrepreneur needs a tribe and where to find yours.
- How growing too quickly can kill your business.
Unfinished Business: accelerated lesson in entrepreneurship. In this podcast we'll talk to inspiring founders who share the highs and lows of starting a company - and keeping it alive.
You can find out more about Inspiration Space at https://www.theinspirationspace.co/
The story of William Adoasi, Founder of Vitae London.
In this episode you'll learn:
- Purpose for profit, and how a well thought out strategy will give your business a flying start.
- The importance of research, research, research.
- How not to be afraid of negotiation.
- How collaboration can be a competitive advantage.
- When an opportunity presents itself: shoot your shot.
- That the future of business is doing good and making money simultaneously.
Unfinished Business: an accelerated lesson in entrepreneurship. In this podcast we'll talk to inspiring founders who share the highs and lows of starting a company - and keeping it alive.
You can find out more about Inspiration Space at https://www.theinspirationspace.co/
The story of Cindy Gallop, Founder of Makelovenotporn. Described as the ‘Michael Bay of Business,’ Cindy Gallop is well known for ‘blowing shit up.’
Yet, even with more than 2.3 million views of her TedTalk, friends in high places and an international reputation in the advertising industry - Cindy has still struggled to raise money for her start up.
In this episode you’ll learn:
- Why starting a company is one of the most empowering things you can do
- How to breakthrough when your idea is ready before the market
- Why it’s important for women to unashamedly set out to make an “absolute goddamn fucking shit tonne of money.”
Unfinished Business: an accelerated lesson in entrepreneurship. In this podcast we'll talk to inspiring founders who share the highs and lows of starting a company - and keeping it alive.
You can find out more about Inspiration Space at https://www.theinspirationspace.co/
The story of how Illiana Gambril, Founder of Dancebox, jumped onto the startup rollercoaster after falling out of love with her job.
Relive Illiana’s journey of learning the ropes of starting a business, making mistakes, and eventually finding a niche.
In this episode you'll learn:
- What it really takes to be an entrepreneur.
- How to jumpstart your own business.
- Why managing your own expectations is the key to success.
Unfinished Business: an accelerated lesson in entrepreneurship. In this podcast we'll talk to inspiring founders who share the highs and lows of starting a company - and keeping it alive.
You can find out more about Inspiration Space at https://www.theinspirationspace.co/
Welcome to Unfinished Business: an accelerated lesson in entrepreneurship.
There's a lot of talk about business success, but what about failures?
I’m your guide, Liana Fricker, and as a Founder myself, I know first hand what it feels like to ‘build the plane’ as I fly.
One thing I’ve learned as Inspirer-in-Chief at Inspiration Space is to be successful a company HAS to keep evolving - it remains unfinished…or dies.
Of course, nothing worth having comes easy - but that doesn’t mean there aren’t shortcuts.
From the early stages back in 2018 through to today as we grow and prepare to scale, I’ve had to get comfortable with being uncomfortable - and thanks to Inspiration Space, I don’t have to do it alone.
You see, I’m not only the Founder, I’m Patient 0. The knowledge, mentorship and expertise within Inspiration Space gives you the confidence to keep moving. Here you can create your personal board who will help you navigate through crucial decisions.
We’re here to ensure you have breakthroughs - not breakdowns - so you can build a successful business.
You can find out more about Inspiration Space at https://www.theinspirationspace.co/