Confident Performance: Recent Episodes
Jason Wilkinson
Join Jason as we sit down with industry professionals to talk about how they build confidence, perform at their best, get the best from others, what challenges they have faced along the way and how they look to improve on their journey.
Jason's Socials:
Instagram: @JasonWilkinson2020 / @ConfidentPerformance Facebook: @ActioConfidens / or search "Confident Performance" Twitter: @JaseyWilkinson
Jacopo Miceli currently works in film production but originally started working in commercials and the fashion industry over in Milan, Italy. We met during training at Drama Centre, Central St Martins, London. He has worked with renowned directors Wes Anderson and Steven Spielberg to name but a few. He is now involved in a consultancy role with Slow Food, which is an International NGO (Non-government Organization) focussing on good, clean and fair food. He is also working on Sky TV series, Devils.
Jacopo's socials:
IG: @jacmiceli
Website: jacopomiceli.com
All our usual handles are in the main bio as per usual. However, you will be pleased to know we will now be broadcasting the video feeds for the episodes on YouTube, do us a solid and pop that subscribe button!
Lisa gained a cooking diploma at the renowned Ashburton cookery school and has an advanced level three diploma in patisserie and confectionary from Westminster Kingsway College. Lisa also has an advanced level 5 diploma in Nutrition for sport & exercise, pre & post natal, vegan & plant based diets as well as nutrition for older adults. Lisa is a chef, chocolatier and presenter by trade and you can seek her out via all of her socials below.
In the episode we pick Lisa's brain about all sorts from eating habits, presenting/cooking at the same time and a healthy selection of audience questions too!
Lisa's socials:
IG: @lisamarleychef
Her website is www.lisamarleychef.com
Her company website is www.thecocoabox.uk
All our usual handles are in the main bio as per usual. However, you will be pleased to know we will now be broadcasting the video feeds for the episodes on YouTube, do us a solid and pop that subscribe button!
Tim Rogg, co-founder of The Right Roast, joins us on today’s show to discuss all manner of things from: Coffee to subscription service, filmmaking to revolutionary, passion to profession! Plus, a little sprinkle of sci-fi, because, why not?
Tim started the company by pursuing his passion for filmmaking and coffee by starting a YouTube channel about it back in 2013 which has now grown into it’s own marketplace to celebrate coffee lovers globally.
The Right Roast socials:
IG/ YouTube / Facebook: @therightroast
Website: www.therightroast.com
All our usual handles are in the main bio as per usual. However, you will be pleased to know we will now be broadcast the video feeds for the episodes on YouTube also.
Alexander Soloviev aka Sasha Soloviev, is a Russian filmmaker based in Moscow, Russia. He trained in the UK graduating with a degree from London College of Communication and furthering his studies as a Master of the Arts at Drama Centre London, CSM. He has gone on to work extensively in his home country of Russia. He regularly shoots commercials, TV shows, Documentaries and Music Videos amongst other creative projects. Having been trained in acting alongside his directing responsibilities during his time at the Drama Centre, Sasha is able to approach directing from a unique point of view, drawing upon the artistic form when creating as opposed to purely technical.
Sasha’s socials:
IG: @alexandersoloviev
Website: www.soloviev.co.uk
Vimeo: asoloviev
For all our socials see the bio as usual. Let me know your biggest takeaways from the episode!
Advisory: Please confirm you are 18 or over before using CBD products.
Some of our audience questions for the session include: What have been the best/worst moments you have had when it came to starting your new company to date?, What tips do you have for people who want to start a company with their family? and many more.. well 4 more to be exact.
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Donna and Tommy started their company, Purgo CBD, in late 2020, selling CBD products. Donna is an actress, dancer and playwright, whilst Tommy is a musician. they are also a Mother and Son entrepreneurial team. Their company specialises in the industry's highest grade hemp extracts with a focus on: wellness, focus, sleep and activity!
Listen in for advice on how to start your own company, the healing properties of CBD products and the power of learning. Also, stay tuned as we have a giveaway as well as a discount especially for you lovely listeners.
How to find Purgo CBD and the team:
Website: www.purgoCBD.com
Socials: @purgoCBD
Donna's socials: @donzigray
Tommy's socials: @tommyjamesgray
Advisory: Please confirm you are 18 or over before using CBD products.
Donna and Tommy started their company, Purgo CBD, in late 2020, selling CBD products. Donna is an actress, dancer and playwright, whilst Tommy is a musician. they are also a Mother and Son entrepreneurial team. Their company specialises in the industry's highest grade hemp extracts with a focus on: wellness, focus, sleep and activity!
Listen in for advice on how to start your own company, the healing properties of CBD products and the power of learning. Also, stay tuned as we have a giveaway as well as a discount especially for you lovely listeners.
How to find Purgo CBD and the team:
Website: www.purgoCBD.com
Socials: @purgoCBD
Donna's socials: @donzigray
Tommy's socials: @tommyjamesgray
Andy is a Voice Over, TV, Radio Broadcaster/Conference Host & Facilitator/Awards Host/Consultant Specialist with a career spanning over 30 years. We sit down to have a chat about his journey from late-nights secretly listening to the radio till the early hours, his journey in sales and the responsibility of live performance.
You've seen and heard Andy all over TV and Radio and a quick glimpse at his socials below will reveal the range and variety of content Andy has produced throughout the years.
You can find Andy via the following:
LinkedIn: Andy Hodgson
Twitter: @andyhodgsonTV
Website: andyhodgson.com
For all our socials see the bio as usual. Let me know your biggest takeaways from the episode!
[2 of 2] In part two we discuss nail beds, organic skin care and even some advice for Jeff Bezos. Plus as a special treat for you all, Christie instructs you through a mindfulness meditation to get you all set up for the days and weeks ahead.
Christie began her yoga journey as a teenager, using yoga as a way of warming up and cooling down the body before and after dancing classes and performances at school. Yoga for Christie was an escape from work and other things in her daily life that left her feeling uneasy. Through Yoga, Christie found that ease, feeling centred and relaxed. In the summer of 2017 Christie left her career in the corporate world and travelled to Bali to train as a Yoga teacher. Eventually opening the Yoga Den, (the first Yoga studio in Morpeth) in January 2019. Well done, Christie, was such a pleasure speaking to you!
Christie's website: www.christieharleyyoga.com
Facebook: @christieharleyyoga
Instagram: @christieharleyyoga
Christie began her yoga journey as a teenager, using yoga as a way of warming up and cooling down the body before and after dancing classes and performances at school. . Christie carried on experimenting with Yoga postures and breathing techniques throughout university and her years in a traditional workplace. However, It wasn’t until 2017 that I found my true identity and took the plunge into teaching Yoga.
Yoga for Christie was an escape from work and other things in her daily life that left her feeling uneasy. Through Yoga, Christie found that ease, feeling centred and relaxed. In the summer of 2017 Christie left her career and travelled to Bali to train as a Yoga teacher. She taught in and around Morpeth in community halls and spaces, until opening the Yoga Den, (the first Yoga studio in Morpeth) in January 2019. Well done, Christie, was such a pleasure speaking to you!
Christie's website: www.christieharleyyoga.com
Facebook: @christieharleyyoga
Instagram: @christieharleyyoga
[2 of 2] Continuing on from our exploration into what it takes to build worlds through imagery and the benefits of getting obsessive over the narrative. We pick up where we left off, discussing whether slacking on you talents means you'll incur "debt" in the form of paying your dues before breakthroughs occur.
Cass Virdee is a Director who is driven by her desire to tell stories of empowerment, equality and the idea of breaking free from oppression. Cass's directorial debut is with the short dystopian thriller '51 States', she is currently in development adapting the short film to a serial drama.
Her ambitious vision, passion, attention to detail and strong visual flare stems from her background studying at Central Saint Martins and working in the art department on international feature films.
Cassandra's socials:
Instagram: @cassandravirdee Website: www.cassvirdee.com
Cassandra's 'You Me at Six Music' Music Videos:
"Beautiful Way" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SDb19eNVzs
"Sukapunch" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqir4Njfmj4
Cass Virdee is a Director who is driven by her desire to tell stories of empowerment, equality and the idea of breaking free from oppression. Cass's directorial debut is with the short dystopian thriller '51 States', she is currently in development adapting the short film to a serial drama.
Her ambitious vision, passion, attention to detail and strong visual flare stems from her background studying at Central Saint Martins and working in the art department on international feature films. Some of Cassandra’s most recent credits are: Batman, Morbius, Wonder Woman, Murder on the Orient Express and Spider-Man.
Cass has trained for most of her life as a dancer and has performed on stages including Sadler’s Wells, Royal Albert Hall and Her Majesty’s Theatre. In her upcoming short film 'The Skin She Sheds', Cass has fused her passion for dance and dramatic storytelling.
Cassandra's socials:
Instagram: @cassandravirdee Website: www.cassvirdee.com
Cassandra's 'You Me at Six Music' Music Videos:
"Beautiful Way" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SDb19eNVzs
"Sukapunch" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqir4Njfmj4
Join me as we check-in with actor, voice-over coach, theatre director and podcast host Warren Adams as he imparts some much needed advice for those looking to start a creative life in a foreign country. Currently based in Sweden via Hong Kong, British-born Warren is looking to get his applied theatre project in to Swedish schools bringing greater awareness on gang culture.
(Facilitator = a person or thing that makes an action or process easy or easier.)
Warren's socials:
Instagram: @warrentellingtales @warrenadamsactor
Email: info@engagetheatre.com LinkedIn: Warren Adams
We continue our chat with Hauk Pattison, here he goes into detail on why he is so passionate about stage combat and acquiring circus skills! Stay till the end for some top tips on increasing your brain capacity, getting that grey matter firing. (Links below) Hauk is a performance artist specialising in acting and circus performance at a wide range of events, shows and productions including; cabarets, circuses, club nights, cruises, film, theatre and tv.
Hauk's socials:
Instagram: @haukp
Facebook: @Haukatwork
Hauk's performance on the pole...in a straight jacket: https://vimeo.com/259725382
Hauk is a Chinese pole specialist however whilst not on the pole his talents include work as an: actor, circus performer, martial artist. In this sit-down, Hauk goes in to the details on how he constructs death-defying routines as well as some top tips for anyone wishing to start out on pole as a discipline. So humble and so down-to-earth an exceptionally talented young man. (Links below)
Hauk's socials:
Instagram: @haukp
Facebook: @Haukatwork
Hauk's performance on the pole...in a straight jacket: https://vimeo.com/259725382
We continue our discussion with Jonathan (aka JR) has been working in film for well over a decade as a runner, writer, director, producer and cameraman.
He had already made short films, music videos, and short form videography work before training at Drama Centre London. He now has a feature film released called The Good Neighbour, available right now on Amazon Prime! He has a production company with his partner in crime, Kate Tuck called Black House Pictures.
The Good Neighbour (feature film): UK: https://amzn.to/3ijmj0m US: https://amzn.to/2XAnQXS
JR's socials:
Instagram: @JonReidEdwards Twitter: @JonReidEdwards
Black House Pictures Team:
Instagram: @blackhousepics / @k_l_tuck Website: www.blackhousepics.com
To Reach out to the podcast with your biggest takeaways go to the usual destinations:
Jason's Socials:
Twitter: @JaseyWilkinson Instagram: @JasonWilkinson2020 / @ConfidentPerformance
Facebook: @ActioConfidens / or search "Confident Performance"
Jonathan (aka JR) has been working in film for well over a decade as a runner, writer, director, producer and cameraman.
He had already made short films, music videos, and short form videography work before training at Drama Centre London. He now has a feature film released called The Good Neighbour, available right now on Amazon Prime! He has a production company with his partner in crime, Kate Tuck called Black House Pictures.
The Good Neighbour (feature film): UK: https://amzn.to/3ijmj0m US: https://amzn.to/2XAnQXS
JR's socials:
Instagram: @JonReidEdwards Twitter: @JonReidEdwards
Black House Pictures Team:
Instagram: @blackhousepics / @k_l_tuck Website: www.blackhousepics.com
To Reach out to the podcast with your biggest takeaways go to the usual destinations:
Jason's Socials:
Twitter: @JaseyWilkinson Instagram: @JasonWilkinson2020 / @ConfidentPerformance
Facebook: @ActioConfidens / or search "Confident Performance"
Solo session: A huge thank you to all for tuning in to the episodes and interviews. In today's episode I discuss some interests of mine but also how confronting your fears can often lead to an overwhelming response. Test your limits!
If you've taken value from the episode, share and spread the word!
Jason's Socials:
Twitter: @JaseyWilkinson / @ActioConfidens
Instagram: @JasonWilkinson2020 / @ConfidentPerformance
Facebook: @ActioConfidens / or search "Confident Performance"
We continue in part two with Tim, learning about how he implemented lessons from his first two businesses and channelled them into the thriving business he has built today. Congratulations and thank you so much for your time and insight.
Tim is an experienced business owner with a demonstrated history of working in the computer networking industry. Skilled in Computer Networking, IT Infrastructure Management, IP CCTV, Digital Security, and Access Control Management. Strong business development professional with a Bachelor's Degree focused in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from University of Liverpool.
Tim's Socials:
LinkedIn: Tim Stewart https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-stewart-8547769b/
Fox Networking website: www.foxnetworking.uk
Email: info@foxnetworking.uk
Tim is an experienced business owner with a demonstrated history of working in the computer networking industry. Skilled in Computer Networking, IT Infrastructure Management, IP CCTV, Digital Security, and Access Control Management. Strong business development professional with a Bachelor's Degree focused in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from University of Liverpool.
What began as a conversation about networking and IT solutions for homes and business quickly developed into a discussion on business practices and finding opportunities to advance your situation. Tim is open and honest throughout showcasing some very clear moments of vulnerability that he had to work through when his first two businesses ran into difficulty. Great session for part one, many lessons to learn.
Tim's Socials:
LinkedIn: Tim Stewart https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-stewart-8547769b/
Fox Networking website: www.foxnetworking.uk
Email: info@foxnetworking.uk
Vinnie is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer & cross-media artist. He also works as lead creative for InHouse Records who specialise in prisoner rehabilitation through music in UK Prisons, with tremendous success in minimising reoffending.
He recently completed work on a new album called "12 photos 12 tracks" with the band Ode to Lucius, featuring the trio: Amy Kelly, Marianne Canning and Stergin. Inspired by 12 photos taken with an instant camera that were sent to Vinnie while the camera continued it's journey through the planet's continents. A journey lasting a whopping 38,400 miles!
How to reach out to Vinnie/ OdetoLucius:
www.stergin.com IG: @sterginmusic YT: Vinzenz Stergin FB: VinzenzStergin Twitter: @VinzenzStergin
www.odetolucius.com IG: @OdetoLucius YT: Ode to Lucius Twitter: @OdetoLucius
Solo session: You've set your goals for the year ahead but to ensure you remain determined to achieve them you have to set targets. Targets begin by eliminating what is not important to your journey. Here Jason discusses at length the science behind writing efficient to do lists to smash your targets and as result accomplish your goals!
If you've taken value from the episode, share and spread the word!
Jason's Socials:
Twitter: @JaseyWilkinson / @ActioConfidens
Instagram: @JasonWilkinson2020 / @ConfidentPerformance
Facebook: @ActioConfidens / or search "Confident Performance"
Solo session: Have you ever wondered why you have already dropped your New Year targets by the 7th January? In this short episode, Jason explains how to set real and achievable targets to springboard you into success for the year ahead!
If you've taken value from the episode, share and spread the word!
Jason's Socials:
Twitter: @JaseyWilkinson / @ActioConfidens
Instagram: @JasonWilkinson2020 / @ConfidentPerformance
Facebook: @ActioConfidens / or search "Confident Performance"
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We continue our talk with Dario & Dom aka Dario Attanasio (Visual Researcher / Treatment Designer) and Dom Danielewicz (Freelance Director).
The guys continue to offer advice to those looking to set off on a path into filmmaking by sharing their journey. Personally, I believe you can apply a lot of what they have to offer to starting out in business as a startup or for those with entrepreneurial tendencies. Enjoy!
In their own words: they write and direct creative content.
You can reach out to them via: www.dariodom.com
Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/showcase/7830019
or IG: @darioanddom
Dario Attanasio (Visual Researcher / Treatment Designer) and Dom Danielewicz (Freelance Director) form the directing duo that is Dario & Dom. Whether that be advertisements, short films, sketches and so much more. Inspirational filmmakers that are doing it the hard way.
In their own words: they write and direct creative content.
You can reach out to them via: www.dariodom.com
Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/showcase/7830019
or IG: @darioanddom
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We continue our chat with Flávio Bernardo, RIBA qualified Architect at Clayland Architects based in Norwich.
Flávio goes into more depth on the journey to accomplishing his dream and answers some audience questions. Including: tips for becoming an architect, where he sees his future in architecture and who inspires him in the industry.
For more information on the work he does you can reach out to him on Instagram and LinkedIn.
IG: world_architect_
LinkedIn: Flávio Bernardo
Flávio Bernardo, RIBA qualified Architect at Clayland Architects based in Norwich.
Flávio discusses his journey from Portugal to the UK through difficulty to fulfilling his long-term ambition offering up advice for those who feel as if life has dealt them a bad hand. Here you will find part one of our conversation.
For more information on the work he does you can reach out to him on Instagram and LinkedIn.
IG: world_architect_
LinkedIn: Flávio Bernardo
Solo session: In this session, I discuss the power of confidence, an unlock I discovered in audition and the importance of noticing limiting beliefs.
Jason's Socials:
Twitter: @JaseyWilkinson / @ActioConfidens
Instagram: @JasonWilkinson2020 / @ConfidentPerformance
Facebook: @ActioConfidens / or search "Confident Performance"
Solo session: here's a little story about the time I was forced into being a part of the school play and what it taught me about maximising your opportunities.
Jason's Socials:
Twitter: @JaseyWilkinson / @ActioConfidens
Instagram: @JasonWilkinson2020 / @ConfidentPerformance
Facebook: @ActioConfidens / or search "Confident Performance"
Che Watson:
A singer songwriter, as well as an incredibly talented multi-instrumentalist, hailing from London, Che cut his teeth in the late nineties performing as a Post Punk drummer on the prolific Indie scene. Subsequently, Che joined the bands Dusty Muzzle and then Princip, as their front man and songwriter, performing all over the UK for more than a decade.
Inspired by the theatricality of his hero David Bowie, along with other hugely influential artists such as Queens of the Stone Age, Foo Fighters, Nirvana and even Tenacious D, he has also incorporated more folk based acoustic material, such as Bright Eyes and Lucius. The fusion between melodic acoustic pop and catchy indie rock, is why his music is so catchy and sometimes an irritating ear worm.
After a lengthy career fronting bands and writing music, Che was awarded Best Solo Artist at the TC Indie Awards in 2019. Not long after this accolade, lockdown happened. Which created the opportunity to concentrate on writing music for his solo career.
Which was the birth of his track, Mystery Team. Written and recorded solo in his kitchen with a homemade music video to match, it accumulated over 60,000 views through social media within two weeks. Currently available as a single on most platforms, it leads the way for the upcoming album, possibly recorded in another room.
Che's socials: IG / Twitter - @thechewatson FB - @CheWatsonpresents
Jason's IG: @jasonwilkinson2020 Twitter: @JaseyWilkinson
Julian has series produced over 40 prime time shows for numerous broadcasters, including BBC1, Netflix, ITV, C4, Five, Discovery US, Animal Planet, National Geographic and Sky.
He has directed household names like Jeremy Vine, Lorraine Kelly, Dom Littlewood, Gloria Hunniford, Eamonn Holmes, Denis Waterman, Andrew Sachs, Donal Macintyre, Andrew Lincoln and Shane Warne.
Julian also runs courses for students, academics, lawyers, senior management and business professionals. Student workshops cover tips on getting into the media industries, video presenting and entry level skills. His courses for academics cover online teaching, presenting on camera, podcast production and webinar skills.
The guest:
Contact Julian: juliandismore@gmail.com or visit his website for further details including his Zoom sessions.
All socials: @directproductionsuk
Website: www.directproductions.co.uk/upcoming-courses
The host:
Jason's socials: IG: @jasonwilkinson2020Twitter: @jaseywilkinson
Jason Wilkinson sits down with filmmaker and writer Nathan Hughes-Berry to discuss what has given him confidence in searching for his voice as a creative in the industry. From impostor syndrome to idea generation Nathan opens up on what it takes to be confident and creative when engaging with the process. What it feels like to confront fear through creation and how to keep going when things feel difficult and frustrating.
The guest
Nathan's website: www.nathanhughesberry.com
The host
Jason's socials: IG: @jasonwilkinson2020 Twitter: @jaseywilkinson Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActioConfidens
We are going to have a host of guests and advice for anyone aspiring to enter the working world or those already in it to help you attain the confidence you need to achieve the results you want in life! First episodes aiming to be launched on Monday 30th November 2020.
IG: @ConfidentPerformance / @JasonWilkinson2020