A few years ago, I was just like many of you, figuring out the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, facing setbacks, and chasing breakthroughs. By 25, I had buil...
This week on Wake Up, we’re doing things a little differently. I’m giving you an unfiltered look into a day in my life as a busy founder and CEO. No fake hustle, no highlight reels, just the real grind of juggling multiple businesses, coaching, and live shows while making time for deep work, a workout, and a beer at the end.
And it’s a packed one. The day starts with a deep-dive consultant session with Eric Partaker, followed by work, community calls, and hosting a live podcast for Sahil Bloom’s book launch event in front of 1,000 people. If you’ve ever wondered how I actually get things done without losing my mind, this is for you.
Chapters:
0:00 Morning Routine
4:20 First Meeting
6:50 Consultant Day with Eric Partaker
8:45 Lunch & Work
10:00 Cohort Call
11:20 Heading to South Kensington
12:40 Backstage at Sahil Bloom Live Event
15:15 Sahil Bloom Live Event
17:40 Wrapping Up the Day
18:35 Outtakes
Drop a comment and let me know, what part of your day you struggle to manage the most.
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9: The Truth About Ozempic, TRT & How To Increase Your Productivity - James Smith
James Smith, bestselling author and performance coach, shares the key lessons he’s learned about confidence, productivity, and the truth behind Ozempic & TRT. In this episode, James dives deep into the psychology of self-belief, how to break free from procrastination and become a productivity machine, and what most people get wrong about Ozempic, weight loss & TRT.
He also reveals the biggest mindset shifts that separate high performers from everyone else and the strategies he’s used to transform thousands of lives. If you’re looking for practical, no-nonsense advice to build confidence, get more done, and take control of your health, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:30 James’ background
6:00 The role of honesty in James’ career
8:00 Leaving corporate life to become an entrepreneur
11:30 The secret to building confidence
15:10 Inside James’ confidence workshop
17:30 Growing a powerful social media presence
24:00 When your friends don’t support you
25:30 Why buying a flashy car is a waste of money
29:00 James’ journey from broke to fame
31:00 What it’s like meeting fans
33:00 Landing his first book deal
40:00 The reality of James’ first tour
43:00 Facing Piers Morgan in an interview
45:20 Becoming a #1 best-selling author
48:00 How James stays organized and productive
50:30 Scaling his business to new heights
53:00 Game-changing email marketing hacks
54:00 Starting a business with Chris Williamson
58:00 James’ approach to business mentorship
1:02:00 The 1-5-10 hour rule explained
1:05:00 How to price yourself correctly
1:08:00 The secret to maximizing productivity
1:12:00 James’ experience using Ozempic
1:20:00 What happened when James tried TRT
1:31:00 The truth about Ozempic
1:33:00 How Ozempic removed the emotional connection to food
1:36:00 The impact of Ozempic on the brain
1:41:00 What Ozempic really costs
1:43:00 The dangers of using Ozempic
1:44:00 James’ childhood struggle with an eating disorder
1:50:00 What’s next for James?
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8: The Biggest Lies About Building Wealth (and The Tiny Habit That Changed Everything) - Sahil Bloom
GIVEAWAY! Sahil just launched his new book, The 5 Types of Wealth, and we’re celebrating with a giveaway!
Win a signed copy of his book + a free ticket to his event in London on February 13th!
Here’s how to enter:
1. Comment on Sahil’s podcast on my YouTube with your biggest goal for 2025.
2. Sahil will pick 5 winners to receive a signed book and a ticket to his exclusive event at the Royal Geographical Society, London.
Sahil Bloom, entrepreneur, investor, and author, shares the biggest lessons he’s learned about wealth, success, and creating a meaningful life. In this episode, Sahil dives deep into the 5 types of wealth, how to know if you're playing the wrong game, and the mindset shifts that separate the 1% from everyone else.
He also reveals the best advice he received from his mentor, Apple CEO Tim Cook, and how those lessons shaped his approach to business, leadership, and life. If you’re looking for practical, no-BS strategies to build real wealth and take control of your future, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:00 The Biggest Lie We’ve Been Told About Wealth
3:00 The Most Common Mistake People Make Chasing Success
3:45 The Mindset Shift That Changed Everything
4:30 The One Question to Ask Yourself Every Day to Stay on Track
5:20 Tim Cook’s Best Advice for Success
8:30 The 4 Types of Luck & How to Create More Opportunities
12:00 The 5 Types of Wealth You Need to Build
19:30 Sahil’s Wake Up Moment
25:00 Why the 13 Richest People Have 14 Divorces
28:00 The Real Way to Find Your Purpose
31:00 How to Create Value & Make Yourself Indispensable
34:00 Stop Trying to Impress the Wrong People
39:00 The Harsh Truth Making a Million Dollars Isn’t Easy
41:00 The Trade Off Why Something Has to Suck to Get What You Want
43:00 How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome for Good
43:40 Why You Need to Fall in Love with Embarrassment to Succeed
46:00 What Is the Spotlight Effect & How to Stop Caring What Others Think
47:00 The Secret to Becoming Luckier in Life & Business
48:00 How to Think & Act Like the Top 1%
50:00 How Becoming a Dad Changed Everything
53:00 How to Intentionally Redesign Your Life for Success
55:00 Should You Give Your Children Money? The Hard Truth
1:03:00 The Success of Sahil’s Book & Lessons Learned
1:07:00 Treat Your Body Like Your Home If You Want It to Last
1:10:00 The Science Behind Cold Plunges & Their Impact
1:11:00 The 4-7-8 Breathing Method for Better Sleep
1:14:00 What Is Quiet Quitting in a Relationship
1:17:00 The Difference Between Falling in Love & Growing in Love
1:19:00 Why Proximity to Loved Ones Matters More Than You Think
1:21:30 What Is a Darkest Hour Friend and Why You Need One
1:23:30 What’s Next A Look into the Future
Let me know if you need any more refinements.
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7: How to Start Your Business with No Money, Find Your First Customer & Sell Like a Pro – Simon Squibb
GIVEAWAY! Simon just launched his new book What’s Your Dream? and we’re celebrating with a giveaway.
If you comment on this YouTube video with your dream and tell us what it is!
Simon will personally pick three winners from the comments to receive a signed book with £500 inside.
How to Enter
1. Comment below with your dream on Simon’s podcast on my YouTube
2. Simon will pick three winners to receive a signed book with £500
Link my youtube: https://youtu.be/56R4-Hg8nW4
Simon Squibb, a visionary entrepreneur and mentor, shares his extraordinary journey from homelessness to building a thriving entrepreneurial empire. In this episode, Simon opens up about his biggest failures, life-changing lessons, and the strategies he used to create a life of purpose and financial freedom.
This conversation is packed with actionable advice for anyone looking to start a business, develop resilience, or find clarity in their personal and professional lives. Simon’s journey will inspire you to turn obstacles into opportunities and create a future you’re proud of.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
4:00 What is the biggest risk
6:20 The hardest thing he has to do in business
8:45 What is your biggest failure
12:30 Simon becomes homeless
20:00 Start of Simons's entrepreneurial journey
22:00 Biggest lies in business
33:00 How to find your first customer
37:20 How to become a great seller
40:00 How to start on social media
46:00 Why Simon loves helping people
53:00 Why you shouldn’t buy a property
1:00:00 Simon going into politics
1:3:45 Most impactful story
1:08:50 How everyone become rich
1:11:00 Winning £1,000,000
1:15:00 How to find the purpose
1:25:00 Give Away!
Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/chrisdonnellyofficial/
Follow Simon: https://www.instagram.com/simonsquibb/?hl=en
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6: The World's Best CEO Coach On What It Takes To Win and Becoming Anti-Fragile - Eric Partaker
Eric Partaker, the world’s leading CEO coach, shares powerful insights on building resilience, achieving peak performance, and thriving in today’s fast-changing business environment. From his near-death experience that sparked a life-changing epiphany to his actionable strategies for becoming anti-fragile, Eric reveals how leaders can turn challenges into opportunities and create businesses that not only survive but thrive under pressure.
Eric dives deep into game-changing concepts like the 80/20 principle to maximize impact, the Olympic athlete mindset for achieving magnetic goals, and his signature "3 Alarms" method to balance work and life while driving success. Whether it’s transitioning from founder to CEO, mastering delegation, or building a high-performing team, this episode is packed with practical advice for entrepreneurs and leaders ready to level up.
If you’re looking to future-proof your business, lead with confidence, and unlock your full potential, this conversation is a must-watch. Eric’s proven strategies will inspire you to embrace uncertainty, develop an unshakable mindset, and create a roadmap for long-term success in both your personal and professional life.
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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:00 Eric’s journey
4:30 Eric’s starting new business
9:00 Eric’s near-death experience
13:45 Book 3 Alarms
15:30 How to use the 3 alarms
19:45 How to pick yourself up from rock bottom
25:00 How to become a profitable business
26:20 Can the founder have a work-life balance ( DEBATE)
30:00 Olympic athlete mindset
35:20 Running a Small Business VS Big
40:00 Eric & Chris Linkedin journey
45:00 How to go for a founder to CEO
47:00 Competitive In business
53:00 How to put together a business plan
55:00 How to increase demand & decrease supply
1:04:30 Anti-Hustle movement
1:10:00 How to delegate better
1:12:00 Becoming the best CEO
1:15:00 What makes a truly great leader
1:16:30 How to become anti-fragile
1:19:00 The difference between a professional and an amateur
1:22:00 How to drive a team
1:27:00 80/20 Superpower
1:33:00 How to use 80/20 to grow on socials
1:37:00 How to split up your workday
1:41:00 How to set magnetic goals
1:46:00 You can achieve anything you want
A few years ago, I was just like many of you, figuring out the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, facing setbacks, and chasing breakthroughs. By 25, I had built and sold a leading digital marketing agency. By 30, I was co-founding Lottie, a health tech company transforming care solutions, and growing into one of the UK’s fastest-rising business creators. But along the way, I noticed something: the world is changing, yet most of us are still stuck playing by outdated rules.
That’s why I launched Wake Up, a podcast for people who are ready to rewrite the playbook. It’s not just about hearing incredible stories, it’s about taking those stories and turning them into real, actionable steps. Each week, I sit down with some of the most inspiring leaders, creators, and innovators to uncover their strategies, struggles, and unfiltered truths.
Wake Up isn’t here to inspire you for a moment, it’s here to empower you for a lifetime. Together, we’ll rethink the way we work, lead, and succeed in a world that demands new ideas. Thank you for joining the movement. Let’s wake up to what’s possible and create something extraordinary.
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