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When you become an entrepreneur, it’s important to know why you’re doing it and what you want to achieve. You need to have a mission and purpose.On today's episode, I'm joined by the fantastic Masami Sato - best-selling Author, 2x TEDx Speaker, and Founder and CEO of B1G1 - a global giving movement of effective 'transaction-based' giving connecting businesses and charity organisations (high-impact projects) around the world in real win-win relationships. All our guests have had a unique story to tell, and Masami is no different. She started her first business 22 years ago before eventually selling and starting B1G1 as a global initiative.Her entrepreneurial journey is truly inspiring and stems from wanting to make a difference and give back to others. In this episode, Masami discusses the importance of micro-impacts, how letting go can be the way forward, and why enjoyment of what you do is essential to the success of your business.You can connect with Masami Sato on LinkedIn or head to her website  https://www.masamisato.com/. To find out more about B1G1, click here. You can connect with our host Trevor Merriden on LinkedIn or Twitter.

We’re often told to be bold and take risks – but how many of us can say we fully think them through first? Our first guest of 2023 on The Merri-Cast, is the brilliant Ashutosh Garg, who explains why it’s essential to take risks but just as important to have all the facts first. Ashutosh is the Founder of Equation Coaching and The Brand Called You – a Media Tech global platform that brings you Leadership Lessons, Knowledge, Experience, and Wisdom.  In this extraordinary episode, he shares his incredible wisdom. He explains why you should take risks, why you should have a personal board of advisors, and why it is okay to fail. He also discusses being a goalkeeper for your business and the importance of systems and procedures.  You can connect with Ashutosh Garg and out more about his business on LinkedIn. To order his latest book 'How to Survive Failure and Come Out Stronger', click here. You can connect with our host Trevor Merriden on LinkedIn or Twitter.

Welcome to part 2 of our 2-part episode special where we look back at all our incredible guests from 2022 and listen to all our favourite moments so far. In part 2, highlights are taken from our episodes with Jim James, Robert Clay, Paulina Roach, Jackie Lapin, Bill Sherman, Joel Blake OBE, Surbhi Dedhia, Jasper Steinhausen, Marie-France Samba, and Adam Stott. We hope you've all enjoyed listening these past 11 months and we thank you all for your continued support. See you in 2023! You can connect/get in touch with our host Trevor Merriden in the following ways: LinkedIn - Trevor Merriden Twitter - @trevormerriden Email - trevor.merriden@merribornmedia.co.uk

Today's episode is part 1 of a 2-part episode special where we'll be looking back and picking out our favourite moments from our incredible guests so far. In part 1, highlights are taken from our episodes with Steph Taylor, Terri Vincent, Paul Corke, Del Lewis, Michael Moran, Perry Timms, Neeraj Shah, Stijn Smet, Simon Fanshawe, and Cheryl Luzet. You can connect/get in touch with our host Trevor Merriden in the following ways: LinkedIn - Trevor Merriden Twitter - @trevormerriden Email - trevor.merriden@merribornmedia.co.uk

To become a successful entrepreneur, there is no one ‘right way’ but there are multiple, valuable things you can do to achieve success quicker, or achieve more than you ever imagined. On today’s episode of The Merri-Cast, we are joined by someone who provides invaluable lessons to help entrepreneurs achieve their goals., who strives off a positive attitude and has true entrepreneurial spirit – the brilliant, Adam Stott.Adam is the Founder of ‘Big Business Events’ – an incredibly successful company that supports aspiring business owners and already established businesses seeking growth advice. He is also an entrepreneur, Business Coach, Keynote Speaker, and Host of ‘The Big Business Show’ on YouTube. In today’s episode, Adam discusses the importance of knowing your numbers, developing a winning mentality, and why you should always be learning from people better than you. He also shares with us the 6 critical areas you need to get right to grow and run your business, how the story you tell yourself influences your result, and why it’s essential as an entrepreneur to understand the elements of running a business. This episode is absolutely jam-packed with brilliant advice and lessons inspired by Adam’s experience over the last 14 years, and definitely one that you will not want to miss. You can connect with Adam Stott on LinkedIn or find out more about his business through his website.You can connect with our host Trevor Merriden on LinkedIn or Twitter.

Being an entrepreneur means that personal branding is essential…but why?  Well, our latest guest on The Merri-Cast is an expert in this exact topic – in fact, it’s the inspiration behind her entire business.  Joining me on today’s episode is personal branding, visibility, and leadership coach extraordinaire, Marie-France Samba. Marie-France is also an entrepreneur, mentor, speaker, is incredibly passionate about women empowerment, and has had an extensive career in the press industry. In 2009, she created her first business, a language academy in Paris, before developing a real passion for women empowerment and starting her coaching business in 2017 - which continues to go from strength to strength. In this episode, Marie-France talks about the importance of a compelling personal brand and why it is key to any entrepreneur. She also discusses how a spontaneous short speech positively changed her life, why you should act from a place of service, and why you must put your ego aside when listening to your clients.This episode is jam-packed, and full of inspiring and motivational lessons, suitable for any entrepreneur. You can connect with Marie-France Samba on LinkedIn or find out more about her business through her website. You can connect with our host Trevor Merriden on LinkedIn or Twitter.

This week, I am joined by the fantastic Jasper Steinhausen - CEO-adviser, Business Consultant, Speaker, Mentor, and Podcaster. Jasper is the Founder of Business with Impact, Sustainable Business Advisor and Owner of Steinhausen!, and Owner of Steinhausen Holding IVS. In this episode, Jasper shares his passion on how to make sustainability profitable and why sustainability is no longer a debate. He also discusses the importance of niche marketing in your business, and the importance of stepping away from negativity.  You can follow and connect with Jasper Steinhausen on LinkedIn and listen to his podcast here. You can follow and connect with our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter and LinkedIn. 

Joining me on this week’s episode is the superb Surbhi Dedhia –  the Founder and CEO of Digital Genie, Founder of JotMyBio, and host of ‘The Making of a Thought Leader’ podcast. She originally began her career in the corporate world but after moving from Singapore to Dubai, naturally moved into the world of entrepreneurship. The move opened many avenues and doors to channelise her work and launched the hugely successful company 'Digital Genie' in 2018.   In this episode, she discusses that transition from corporate to entrepreneurship life, succeeding in a new country, and practising what you preach. She also talks about the importance of building and using your connections and why no-one ‘has it right’. You can follow and connect with Surbhi on Twitter and LinkedIn. You can follow and connect with our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter and LinkedIn. 

When I ask entrepreneurs how they became one, I’m often met with the response ‘it was an accident’, ‘it wasn’t planned’, or ‘I just fell into it’ – it’s how I became an entrepreneur myself and for today's guest, it’s the same for him too.   I’m delighted to announce that on today's episode, we are joined by the brilliant Joel Blake OBE – Entrepreneur, Businessman, Speaker, and Consultant.   He is the Founder of ‘The GFA Exchange' – an award-winning B2B fintech start-up for the financial services sector.  In this episode, Joel discusses becoming an accidental entrepreneur, the importance of embracing your vulnerability, having belief in your own power, and much more! It’s an episode you won’t want to miss.  You can follow and connect with Joel Blake on LinkedIn. You can follow and connect with our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter and LinkedIn. 

I’m thrilled that today’s guest is the fantastic Bill Sherman – COO and Thought Leadership Practice Lead for Thought Leadership Leverage, and co-host of the podcast ‘Leveraging Thought Leadership’.  In this episode, Bill discusses turning your passion into a profession, the importance of clarity, and the key to a strong business partnership. He also opens up on a major health scare he had which helped him discover how he defines himself, what’s important to him in life and his career, and encouraged him to focus on what really matters. This is a truly inspiring episode and is also full of tips and advice which is beneficial to any entrepreneur, and one that you really don’t want to miss.  You can follow and connect with Bill Sherman on LinkedIn.  You can follow and connect with our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter and LinkedIn. 

Joining me on today's episode of The Merri-Cast is the brilliant Jackie Lapin.  Jackie is the Founder of SpeakerTunity, the Speaker & Leader Resource Company, an author, and a lifelong pioneer and innovator.  Her career has been ground-breaking. She began as one of the first women sportswriters in America, which lead her to create one of the largest and most successful sports, special events, cable TV PR agencies for 20 years with a world class client list.    Over 6 years ago, she founded SpeakerTunity, a speaker and leader resource company which continues to grow from strength to strength.  Jackie is someone very aware of her strengths and what she brings, but there’s also some lessons she’s had to learn along the way.   You can follow Jackie on LinkedIn or book a call with her at https://calendly.com/jackielapin  You can follow and connect with our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter @TrevorMerriden and LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/trevormerriden  Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!

On this week's episode of 'The Merri-Cast',  I have the fantastic Paulina Roach joining me. Paulina is a Business Coach and Mentor at The International Academy of Wealth, and a Facilitator, Speaker, Virtual COO, and Business Consultant at Paulina Roach Consulting.  After 20 years in hospitality and building a reputation for problem-solving, a new experience helped Pauline realise she was something she’d never imagined herself to be – an entrepreneur. In this episode, she talks about the transformation in her thinking, her passion for problem-solving, the importance of being obsessed with customers, getting clear of your worst-case scenario, and much more! If you'd like to learn more about Paulina or connect with her, go to: - https://www.facebook.com/paulina.schumacher- https://www.facebook.com/groups/moderndayinvestorYou can follow and connect with our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter @TrevorMerriden and LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/trevormerriden  Don’t forget to subscribe and rate this podcast! 

Our guest on today's podcast is Robert Clay - a man full of entrepreneurial energy. Ideas and answers seem to come to him so naturally. His latest and possibly greatest idea of all, is all about a 628% growth, that's the average exponential growth he achieved among hundreds of his past clients. He's built various businesses over the years, all with varying success. But 37 years ago, he founded Marketing Wizdom Online Ltd, where he's also an author and mentor to aspiring market leaders. In this episode, Robert explains how he cast aside worry at a young age, why he only looks forward, and why you should always share your knowledge and expertise.  You can get in touch with Robert on LinkedIn and to find out more about the 628% growth club, go to https://marketingwizdom.com/growth-club  You can follow and connect with our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter and LinkedIn.  Don’t forget to subscribe and rate this podcast! 

Joining me on today's episode is the brilliant Jim James, Founding and Managing Director of EASTWEST Public Relations, Author, and Podcast host of 'The UnNoticed Entrepreneur'. At 27 years old, Jim started EASTWEST Public Relations in Singapore and offices of the same agency in China, India, and then the UK. Jim's experiences mean he knows a thing or two about the risks of being an entrepreneur and the huge rewards it can bring. In this episode,  Jim discusses whether being an entrepreneur is a brave thing to do, climbing his business Everest, the importance of cash flow and more. Click here to listen to Jim's podcast 'The UnNoticed Entrepreneur'. You can connect with or find out more about Jim on LinkedIn. You can follow and connect with our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter and LinkedIn. Don't forget to subscribe and rate this podcast!

On today’s episode of ‘The Merri-Cast’, I am joined by the fantastic Cheryl Luzet.Cheryl is the Founder and CEO of Wagada – a successful results-driven marketing agency which she started up in 2011, over 10 years now. In this episode, Cheryl discusses what motivated her to start Wagada, the benefits of networking, the importance of hiring people better than you, and why celebrating failure is a good thing. You can learn more about Cheryl and connect with her on LinkedIn. You can follow and connect with our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter and LinkedIn. Don’t forget to subscribe and rate this podcast! 

In today’s episode, I am joined by the brilliant Simon Fanshawe, OBE.  Simon is a Partner at Diversity by Design, an entrepreneur, Board Member and Chairman of various organisations, an Author, Writer, and Broadcaster, and is also an award-winning comedian, so he’s very funny.   In this upcoming episode, Simon discusses why passion can be your worst enemy, why he set up his business ‘Diversity by Design’, his book ‘The Power of Difference’ and much, much more!  You can learn more about Simon and connect with him on LinkedIn.  You can follow and connect with our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter and LinkedIn.  Don’t forget to subscribe and rate this podcast! 

Joining me on today's episode is the fantastic Stijn Smet. Stijn is the Managing Director of the 'Academy for Corporate Entrepreneurship' and an innovation expert.  His passion for innovation and helping 'intrapreneurs' (entrepreneurs in business) is obvious. In this insightful conversation, Stijn discusses what makes innovation programs successful, the importance of starting with 'why', knowing when to enable or kill an idea, making fact-based decisions and much more!You can learn more about Stijn or connect with him on LinkedIn.  You can follow and connect with our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter and LinkedIn.  Don’t forget to subscribe and rate this podcast!

On this week’s episode, I am joined by the brilliant Neeraj Shah. Neeraj is the Founder of Titan Masterminds and a LinkedIn Coach, Expert, Trainer, and Speaker. He is also a LinkedIn Faculty and Top Mentor for the Global Entrepreneur Platform ‘Genius-U’ so he knows what it means to be successful and an expert in his field. In this episode, Neeraj discusses how having a purpose gives you courage, the importance of listening to your inner compass, how he built his confidence through building his business, and more.  You can learn more about Neeraj or connect with him on LinkedIn.  You can follow and connect with our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter and LinkedIn. Don’t forget to subscribe and rate this podcast!

Today, I am joined by the fantastic Perry Timms - Founder & Chief Energy Officer of PTHR (People and Transformational HR).A global speaker, author of the 2 acclaimed books 'Transformational HR’ and ‘The Energized Workplace’, a 2-time TEDx Speaker and 2nd on HR Magazine’s 2021 Most Influential HR Thinker list - Perry also has bags of value to share on his entrepreneurial journey. In this episode, Perry discusses finding and knowing your worth in the market, how entrepreneurs can boost their energy, confidence-building skills he personally uses and much more. You can connect with or learn more about Perry on LinkedIn. You can follow our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter and LinkedIn.  Don’t forget to subscribe and rate this podcast!

In today’s episode, I am joined by the brilliant Michael Moran - Chief Executive and Founder of 10Eighty.  Until he was nearly 60 years old, setting up his own business wasn’t really something that Michael expected to be doing. A decade on, he has overcome many of the challenges of growing and expanding a business. His resilience, strong sense of values and incredible network are lessons to everyone who listens to this candid interview. You can connect with or learn more about Michael Moran on LinkedIn. You can follow our host Trevor Merriden on Twitter and LinkedIn. Don’t forget to subscribe and rate this podcast!