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It's no secret that professional sports have become a multi-billion-dollar industry, with athletes serving as the gladiators of our time, pushing their bodies to the limits while captivating our imaginations. Every year, we witness these modern-day warriors competing at the highest level, representing their respective sports with passion and skill. But beyond the thrill of the game itself, there's a fascinating element that often catches our attention—the financial rewards that come with being the best of the best. Today, we're here to unpack the intriguing question: Who are the athletes who have ascended to the pinnacle of sports stardom and achieved the highest earnings in 2023? It's an ever-evolving landscape, with endorsement deals, lucrative contracts, and global reach playing pivotal roles in shaping the financial fortunes of these extraordinary individuals. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances. If you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on (we are now on YouTube).

Skipton Building Society announced a few weeks ago that they will be the first lender to offer a zero-deposit mortgage, where they are allowing first time buyers to borrow 100% of the purchase price. Is this a great product for first time buyers? What is the criteria to qualify for this loan? Will this help or hinder the UK property market? All of these questions and more Pabilo covers in this episode. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances. If you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on (we are now on YouTube).

Welcome to the latest episode of take flight podcast, in this weeks episode we discuss what does good look leadership look like in 2023, against a tough and uncertain economic backdrop. We'll be highlighting examples across three different industries as well as sharing leadership lessons that we've learned in our careers, which are applicable now more than ever. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances. If you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on (we are now on YouTube).

In this episode we cover the iconic global fashion group LVMH which stands for Moet Hennessey Louis Vuitton. LVMH have just become the first European company to reach a 500 billion euros valuation and they are the only European company in the global Top 10 behind the likes of Apple and Microsoft. LVMH is ran by the richest man in the world Bernard Arnault who at the time of this episode is worth around 236 billion dollars. We discuss their key drivers for success, how LVMH have managed risk and how Bernard Arnault has organized his family for long term generational wealth and further success. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances. If you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on (we are now on YouTube).

In this episode Shuwel shares his view on why mbas are over-rated, why they are under-rated and his conclusion after completing his exec. mba at cambridge university. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances. If you have any feedback or any topics, you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on (we are now on YouTube)

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we explore the latest innovations in the field of artificial intelligence. In this episode, we'll be discussing some of the most exciting developments and pressing concerns in AI today. First, we discuss a recent interview with Elon Musk on the Tucker Carlson show, where they talked about the potential risks and benefits of AI. We'll delve deeper into this interview and explore some of the implications of Musk's views. Next, we discuss the CEO of Google's interview with 60 Minutes, where he expressed concerns about the potential risks of AI. We'll explore his concerns and what actions Google and other tech companies are taking to address these issues. Finally, we look at some exciting use cases for AI in the corporate workplace and for entrepreneurs. AI has the potential to revolutionize many aspects of business, from marketing to finance to operations. We explore some of the most promising applications of AI in these areas and discuss the opportunities they present. Join us as we explore some of the most pressing issues and exciting developments in the AI space. Listen and learn how AI is changing the world around us. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances. If you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on (we are now on YouTube).

We are back with another big interview episode, this time with Malkit Purewal, co-founder and partner of Savoys. With his background in IT and decades working in the city, he harnessed his corporate experience and applied it to Savoys, where together with Sanjay and the team, they’ve helped more than 50 clients, completed over 100 projects and now manage more than 250 portfolios around London. This on top of winning multiple awards, partnering with football clubs and luxury brands, while also hosting one of the hottest property events in the UK! We discuss Malkit’s journey from his city years to award winning real estate deals, the property market, inspiring hip hop music and all the lessons in between. Guest details: @savoysproperties Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ If you have any feedback DM us @takeflightpodcast and remember to subscribe on whichever platform you are listening to us on ------ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances.

Last month, Daniel was on a business trip and whilst on his trip, he was somewhat spontaneous with his endeavours (not impacting work of course!). In this episode, Daniel shares the spontaneous event and also, the benefits of spontaneity. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ If you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on too (we are now on Youtube). ------ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances.

In this episode Olu shares why he decided to travel to Bali, how he made it possible working in a demanding job and what he learned from his trip. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances. If you have any feedback or any topics, you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on (we are now on YouTube)

On March 10th 2023 Silicon Valley Bank collapsed creating the second largest bank failure in the United States since the 2008 financial crisis. In this episode we unpack exactly what happened, share our thoughts on how this event impacts the wider economy, businesses and most importantly discuss the banking industry and whether we see another financial crisis coming. We also share suggestions and ideas on what the everyday person should consider when banks are collapsing. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances. If you have any feedback or any topics, you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on (we are now on YouTube).

In 2022 and continuing into 2023, we’ve seen many companies conduct mass layoffs to their workforce citing it’s due to the macroeconomic conditions and in some instances, due to industry conditions. Whilst we understand companies want to remain profitable, it’s important to remember that although the decisions aren’t anything persona, there are humans at the other end of a company decision. In this episode we explore: - How many layoffs have occurred in 2022 and so far in 2023 - Which companies have reduced their workforce - Why has there been a focus on reducing headcount? - The impact on layoffs to the economy - How to make the best of being in an unexpected position Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances. If you have any feedback or any topics, you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on (we are now on YouTube).

In this episode, Pabilo shares his thoughts on property management and more specifically the pros and cons of using estate agents. Pabilo has recently changed his management business model to using his own team and shares his decision as to why. If you are looking to get started in property or have a few years of experience, this would be a great episode for you to pick up a few insights that could help your decision-making around your properties. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ If you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on too (we are now on Youtube). ------ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances.

In this episode Shuwel shares 5 lessons he learned from over a decade working internationally for one of the largest companies in the globe, plus a surprise announcement at the end on what he's planning next. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances. If you have any feedback or any topics, you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on (we are now on YouTube)

In this episode Shuwel shares Why he started to invest in his self development in 2019, What specifically he has spent the money on and most importantly, the Results this has enabled him to deliver. Closing the episode with suggestions that anyone can apply no matter your budget. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances. If you have any feedback or any topics, you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on (we are now on YouTube)

According to ChatGPT, this is what our episode is about...listen and see if [ChatGPT] is correct! Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we explore the latest innovations in technology and artificial intelligence. In this episode, we will be discussing one of the most exciting developments in natural language processing - ChatGPT. ChatGPT is a language model that has taken the world by storm. It has been making headlines for its ability to generate human-like responses to natural language input, revolutionizing the way we interact with technology. But what exactly is ChatGPT, and how does it work? In this episode, we will be exploring the history and development of this remarkable technology, as well as the ways in which it is being used today. So join us as we delve into the world of ChatGPT and discover the incredible possibilities that this technology holds for the future of artificial intelligence. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances. If you have any feedback or any topics, you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on (we are now on YouTube)

It’s no secret that for the past few years, Daniel has wanted to do more reading which he has done sporadically but being consistent is something he’s been a spectacular failure at. Last year, Daniel invested over £500 in books and £500 in subscriptions to aid with personal development and learning. Daniel shares his thoughts on why he hasn’t been able to read as much as he’d like and what he’s going to do to try and change this. He also sets himself a realistic target of how many books he’d like to read by the end of 2023...let’s see if he does it and let’s hold him accountable! Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances. If you have any feedback or any topics, you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on (we are now on YouTube)

The housing market has been tumultuous over the past 2 years, with the pandemic and increased interest rates having a direct impact on house prices. If you’re planning to buy or sell a house, you might be interested to know what’s going on in the UK housing market. In this weeks episode we discuss topics such as: - Insight into the Housing Market? - Discuss what we would be as a buyer or seller in this housing market? - Predictions on the housing market in the next 1, 5 and 10 years? Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ If you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on too (we are now on Youtube). ------ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances.

Olu shared in a previous Takeaway episode (E135 - Redundancy to Chief Financial Officer) a work experience that almost left him redundant. Fast Forward, his promotion to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the beginning of May 2022. In this episode, Olu (Olu_Okunola) shares the skillset needed to be a Chief Financial Officer, processes implemented to get up to speed on a new role and his experience 9 months into the role. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ If you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on too (we are now on Youtube). ------ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances.

In this episode we deep dive into the world of hedge funds and the role they play in our economy. We cover everything aspect of their business from what they do, to how they work and how they make money. We invest the time to discuss the winners and losers over the last 12 months and conclude the discussion with what bets we would make if we were running our own hedge fund. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ If you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on too (we are now on Youtube). ------ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances.

Only 9% of people who set new resolutions and goals actually achieve them by December 31st? Why and what happened to the other 91%? Why do most people give up on their goals by the end of January? Is it about motivation or do the goals lack real meaning for the individual. Pabilo aims to help more of you become part of the 9% this year by sharing a three step process on how you get closer towards personal and professional success for 2023, so grab a pen and paper and learn about new tips and techniques that can actually help you to make 2023 your greatest year. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ If you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on too (we are now on Youtube). ------ Important Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change. We advise that you seek and/or obtain independent professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances.