Enterprising Gen-Z

Welcome to the first episode of the brand new season of the Enterprising Gen-Z podcast. On this week's show I chat to Ann Griffin, the founder of Symptom Evolution, a company revolutionising the way that people around the world are getting their healthcare. She talks about what she discovered, her success rate, and how she has built a business around her breakthrough.Find out more about Symptom Evolution: https://www.symptomevo.comConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-watson-ceo/Find out more about the podcast: https://www.egzpod.com

On this weeks episode of the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast I chat to Aimée Anderson, the COO of Ecoflix. Ecoflix is The worlds first non-profit media group and streaming platform dedicated to saving the environment, where users can enjoy uplifting, original and informative productions, whilst helping our planet and the animals within it. We discuss what it's like battling against some of the giants in her industry, how important values are in business and how large corporates are killing small businesses with things like 120-day payment terms.Connect with Aimée on LinkedInFind out more about EcoflixConnect with Sam on LinkedInFind out more about the Enterprising Gen-Z PodcastFind out more about Enterprising Gen-Z Events

In this episode of the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast, I talk to Ethan Golding, the co-founder of Team Hustle. Team Hustle is a lead generation agency for coaches, educators & training providers, specifically focusing on TikTok. We discuss why businesses should be on TikTok, what works best – paid or organic ads, and how to create TikTok campaigns for your business to build reach or consumer engagement. This episode of the podcast is sponsored by The Cash-Flow Breakfast Club book, written by Omni Casey, which helps you to become cashflow free through property and real estate investment. Buy The Cash-Flow Breakfast Club book here.Connect with Ethan on LinkedInFind out more about Team HustleConnect with Sam on LinkedIn Find out more about the Enterprising Gen-Z PodcastFind out more about Enterprising Gen-Z Events

In this episode of the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast, I talk to Ved Nathwani, the founder of Cataclysm Ventures and content scout at Ada Ventures. Cataclysm Ventures is the world's first LegalTech focused Angel syndicate, bridging the pre-seed to seed-stage funding gap. Ved is also a podcaster, and is also currently a second year uni student. We chat about everything venture capital related, like what makes a start-up investable, the best ways to go about funding and most interestingly what puts VCs off from putting money in your start-up. Connect with Ved on LinkedIn Find out more about Cataclysm Connect with Sam on LinkedIn Find out more about the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast Find out more about Enterprising Gen-Z Events Buy The Cash-Flow Breakfast Club book

In this episode of the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast, we are featuring Mariam Gogidze, the founder of after1am, a brand on making clubbing and partying safer and more comfortable for women. We discussed how Mariam turned partying into a business through her successful e-commerce store. We discuss topics like using lead magnets to generate sales, how Pintrest can be used for effective social media advertising and the issues that the nightlife industry has with regards to female safety.If you are interested in any of after1am's products, use the code GENZ1AM at checkout for a 25% discount across all products.Connect with Mariam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariam-gogidze/Find out more about after1am: after1am.coConnect with Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-watson-ceo/Find out more about the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast: https://www.egzpod.comFind out more about Enterprising Gen-Z Events: https://www.egzevents.com

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 15 of the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast! On this weeks show we're chatting to Omni Casey, the Founder of New Leaf Redevelopers. Omni is a leading real estate investor from Hawaii, with an immense real estate portfolio across the US. Omni has very kindly sponsored the next two episodes of the podcast, so make sure to buy his book! We talk about how you can get involved in real estate with little to no money, the different investment strategies you can implement and how Omni's Mormon mission in Japan helped him with regards to sales. We also discuss his incredible book, Cash-Flow Breakfast Club, which documents his life, and gives you all of the tools you need to become a successful real estate investor!If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to leave a 5 star review wherever you're listening from. If you're listening on apple podcasts, please leave a 5 star written review. Thanks!Connect with Omni on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omnitheinvestorguy/Find out more about Omni: https://www.omnitheinvestorguy.comFind more about the Cash Flow Breakfast Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cash-Flow-Breakfast-Club-Story-Manual/dp/B0B1C7QM2Z/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3O2BAMY8SGQPK&keywords=cash+flow+breakfast+club&qid=1667951802&sprefix=cash+flow+breakfast+cli%2Caps%2C371&sr=8-1 and https://cashflowbreakfastclub.comConnect with Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-watson-ceo/Find out more about the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast: https://www.egzpod.comFind out more about Enterprising Gen-Z Events: https://www.egzevents.com

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 14 of the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast! On this weeks show we're chatting to Shoaib Ahmed, the Director and Founder of Yello Hippo. Yello Hippo is a Manchester based personal branding agency which specialises in helping founders, creators and c-suite executives build authority on LinkedIn. We discuss Shoaib's move from a freelancer to agency owner in 3 months, personal branding tips for young entrepreneurs, and why state schools need to do more to promote entrepreneurship and financial literacy.Find out more about Shoaib: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shoaibahmed21/Find out more about Yello Hippo: https://www.yellohippo.co.ukFind out more about Sam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-watson-ceo/Find out more about the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast: https://www.egzpod.comFind out more about Enterprising Gen-Z Events: https://www.egzevents.com

This episode of the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast features Joely To, founder of Pioneer and Blaze Career Tutoring. Joely is the winner of the Innovative Young People of 2020 Award, TES Student Initiative of the Year 2021 Award and Gen Z One to Watch 2021 Award. We discuss how her businesses align with her mission, vision and values, and how she has helped over 3000 women across the UK with regards to opening doors to careers and further education in maths. In addition, we talk about how PR has affected her businesses, and how she has managed to be interviewed by some of the biggest names in journalism, like the Times, the Guardian and BBC Radio (twice!). Finally, we also chat about what comes first, her education or her entrepreneurship.To find out more about Pioneer, head over to:- https://joely-to.wixsite.com/pioneer- https://www.instagram.com/pioneer.girlsplusmaths/- https://www.linkedin.com/company/pioneer-girlsplusmathsequalschangeTo find out more about Blaze career tutoring, head over to:- https://joely-to.wixsite.com/blazecareerstutoring- https://www.instagram.com/blaze_careers_tutoring/- https://www.linkedin.com/company/blaze-careers-tutoring/To find out more about Joely, head over to https://www.linkedin.com/in/joely-to-40710718a/To find out more about Sam, Enterprising Gen-Z Events or the podcast, head over to:- https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-watson-ceo/- https://www.egzpod.com- https://www.egzevents.com

On this episode of the Enterprising Gen-Z podcast we hear from Rayyan Ahmed, 17-year-old entrepreneur and founder of Rayze Consulting. Rayyan is also part of the Google Z Council. Rayyan's work is primarily made up of helping companies connect with Gen-Z consumers, so we chat about how companies can target a Gen-Z audience effectively, the best socials for marketing to Gen-Z and how Rayyan started out in the world of entrepreneurship aged 15.Connect with Rayyan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rayyanahmed-/Connect with Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-watson-ceo/Find out more about Rayze Consulting: https://rayzeconsulting.comFind out more about the podcast: https://www.egzpod.comFind out more about Enterprising Gen-Z Events: https://www.egzevents.com

What is an entrepreneurial mindset and how can entrepreneurs develop their mindsets to set them up for success? This week's show features Vicki Main, the founder of VLM. VLM helps business owners, leaders and teams nurture talent and thrive through inspirational programs and coaching in the UK and Australia. On this episode we discuss what the Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile® (EMP) is and why it's useful, Vicki's entrepreneurial journey and the importance of mentorship in business. Connect with Vicki on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vicki-louise-main-/ Connect with Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-watson-ceo/ Find out more about the podcast: https://www.egzpod.com Apply to appear on the podcast: https://www.egzpod.com/guest-booking-and-applications Find out more about Enterprising Gen-Z Events:https://www.egzevents.com

In Season 2 Episode 10 of the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast I chat to Kevin Tewis Allen, the creator of Winston the Churchill Bulldog and the founder of DYTO. We discuss how to create successful marketing campaigns and and iconic branding, and also Kevin's career in the music industry. In addition, we discuss the traits that all good entrepreneurs should have. Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevintewis/Connect with Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-watson-ceo/Learn more about the podcast: https://www.egzpod.comLearn more about Enterprising Gen-Z Events: https://www.egzevents.com

On Season 2 Episode 9 of the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast, I talk to Lara Acosta, the founder of LA Digital, a social media marketing company which helps businesses to 'win the organic marketing game'. Lara and I chatted about how she found her first clients using Facebook, how entrepreneurs can wow clients with LinkedIn content, and the do's and don't's of social media. Connect with Lara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laraacostar/Find our more about LA Digital: https://www.ladigital.clubConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-watson-ceo/Find our more about the EGZ Podcast: https://www.egzpod.comFind out more about EGZ Events: https://www.egzevents.com

In Season 2 Episode 8 of the EGZ Podcast I talk to Adam Shaw, events expert and Co-Founder of ACE Funding. We chat about how entrepreneurs can get their startups ready for funding, what it's like to go into business with a Lord, and how founders can use events to open doors.Check out Adam's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamshawtheheartguy/Check out my LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-watson-ceo/Check our the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast website: https://www.egzpod.comCheck out the Enterprising Gen-Z Events website: https://www.egzevents.com

On this episode I chat about the biggest lessons I've learnt in my entrepreneurial journey so far, like using CRM for B2B sales, using Buffer to schedule content and Rocket Reach to find leads.If you have any tips that you would like to share drop me a message on my LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-watson-ceo/Check our the EGZ Pod website: https://www.egzpod.comCheck out the EGZ Events website: https://www.egzevents.com

In Season 2, Episode 6 of the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast I speak to Jake Richings, a Gen-Z Enrichment Speaker and Partner at EthosVO, and a specialist in supporting young people in relation to their careers. Jake also helps CEIAG professionals support the young people they serve. Jake also uses TikTok to provide authentic and educational careers content. Jake and I chat about why networking needs a rebrand to attract more young people, the pain points of networking and how young entrepreneurs can get better at public speaking.Learn more about Jake: https://www.jakerichings.com Check our the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast Website: https://www.egzpod.com Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammichaelwatson/

In Season 2 Episode 5 of the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast I speak to Alex Lawford, Founder of The Difference Group, an agency specialising in unlocking the potential of scaleups and the entrepreneurs behind them. TDG specialise in strategy, website development, communications, content marketing, business development, social media, PR, SEO, advertising and so much more. Alex and I chat about unlocking the power of content, finding your niche and a SEO.Learn more about The Difference Group: https://difference-group.comCheck our the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast Website: https://www.egzpod.comConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammichaelwatson/

In Episode 4 I speak to Edward Lawrence, the Founder and CEO of Venture House Club. Venture House Club is a social club for young entrepreneurs that offers co-living for young professionals and business owners to live together. We discuss how Edward came up with the idea, why networking and good personal branding is important, and Edward's plans to expand out of London, potentially to Paris.Learn more about Venture House Club: https://www.venturehouse.clubCheck out the Enterprising Gen-Z Podcast Website: https://www.egzpod.comConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammichaelwatson/

In episode 3 I speak to Drew Gillen, the CEO and Co-Founder of Abyiss, a cryptocurrency data platform which gives accurate and transparent cryptocurrency market data. We speak about exactly what cryptocurrency is, why he started Abyiss, and why choosing the correct co-founder is so important for a business to be successful.Find out more about Abyiss: https://abyiss.comCheck out EGZ's website: https://www.egzpod.comConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammichaelwatson

Season 2 Episode 2 features Diarmaid McCann, the founder of Blaze Spirits. Not only is Diarmaid only 19, he runs one of few online-only alcohol business. We discuss why Diarmaid made this decision to be online only, how he has utilised TikTok to generate revenue and any issues he has had with being such a young founder.Check out Blaze Spirits: https://blazespirits.co.ukCheck out EGZ's website: https://www.egzpod.com

The EGZ Podcast is back with Season 2! We're kicking Season 2 off with a bang with this episode featuring Tim Hayden, the CEO of Hagley West, the world's most transparent watch company. Tim has over 820k followers on TikTok, where he posts behind the scenes footage of him running his business and his entrepreneurial journey. We discuss how influential TikTok is for his business, why he's launching an NFT range and his advice for young entrepreneurs.Find out more about Hagley West: https://www.hagleywest.comCheck out EGZ's website: https://www.egzpod.com

Welcome to Episode 8 of the Enterprising Gen-Z podcast! In this episode I talk to Josh Cliffords, the founder of Freewater, the world's first free beverage company. Josh is revolutionising the water industry by giving away water for free, as the ads on the bottle pay for the product as well as a donation to charity. Josh and I discuss how everything will be free in the future, how there is going to be a ‘free Amazon' and how you will be paid to eat free food and drink free water. Find out more about Free Water: https://www.freewater.io Check out EGZ's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/enterprising-gen-z-podcast/ Check out EGZ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enterprisinggenzpod/ Check out EGZ's brand new website: www.egzpod.com

Welcome to Episode 7 of the Enterprising Gen-Z podcast! In this episode we chat to Tom Jauncey, the founder of Nautilus Marketing, an award-winning digital marketing agency based in London with clients all over the world. Tom is also the host of the Nauti Nerds podcast, a show talking all things business and marketing. In this episode we talk about what digital marketing is, why it is important, and about the growing popularity of social media platforms like TikTok and the decline the usage of platforms like Facebook. Please check out Tom's LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-jauncey/ Find out more about Nautilus Marketing: https://nautilusmarketing.co.uk Check out EGZ's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/enterprising-gen-z-podcast/ Check out EGZ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enterprisinggenzpod/ Check out EGZ's website: www.egzpod.com

Welcome to Episode 6 of the Enterprising Gen-Z podcast! In today's episode we talk to Anna Szymanowska, the founder of Fighter Shots. Fighter Shots is a beverage company specialising in Ginger shots. Ginger has been used for over 4000 years for cooking and medicinal purposes, and Fighter Shots is making this accessible to everyone. We speak about how Anna is growing her business, how she differentiated herself in such a saturated market and how she received investment for her business. Please check out Anna's LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-szymanowska/ Find out more about Fighter Shots: https://fightershots.co.uk Check out EGZ's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/enterprising-gen-z-podcast/ Check out EGZ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enterprisinggenzpod/ Check out EGZ's brand new website: www.egzpod.com Find out more about Gen-Z Talks: https://genztalks.co

Welcome to Episode 5 of the Enterprising Gen-Z podcast! In today's episode we talk to Louis Bollard, the founder of Host a Fan, a platform where rugby fans can accommodate each other on away days so there is no need to pay for accommodation. We chat about how Louis started his business right in the middle of the pandemic, how he created a strong user base using non-digital marketing and what it was like pitching to Peter Jones from Dragon's Den at 18. As always, we delve deep into his advice for the young entrepreneurs of today. I hope you enjoy!Please check out Louis' LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-bollard/Find out more about Host a Fan: http://www.hostafan.co/Check out EGZ's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/enterprising-gen-z-podcast/Check out EGZ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enterprisinggenzpod/Check out EGZ's brand new website: www.egzpod.com

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Enterprising Gen-Z podcast! In today's episode we talk to Harry Portch, founder of HM Staffing and Thames Valley Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2021. We chat about Harry's story of starting a recruitment agency from his dining room table while living at home, and how easy it is to start a business at a young age. We also talk about his advice for young entrepreneurs, and we settle the doors vs wheels debate. I hope you enjoy! Please check out Harry's LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harryportch/ Find out more about HM Staffing: https://hmstaffing.co.uk Check out EGZ's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/enterprising-gen-z-podcast/ Check out EGZ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enterprisinggenzpod/

Welcome to Episode 3 of the Enterprising Gen-Z podcast! In this episode I talk to Marco Torres, business mentor, investor and Co-Founder of Marketing Boost, a service that helps companies boost their sales by giving them access to free holidays and travel vouchers to give to their most valued clients. We talk about Marco's story of owning a chain of Mexican restaurants and nightclubs, and finally selling to Taco Bell. We also chat about how Marketing Boost was founded, was impacted during the Covid-19 pandemic and how the business reacted when everything opened up again.Please check out Marco' LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/6101960marcotorres/Find out more about Marketing Boost: https://marketingboost.comCheck out EGZ's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/enterprising-gen-z-podcast/Check out EGZ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enterprisinggenzpod/

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Enterprising Gen-Z podcast! In this this episode I talk to James Bromfield, PPE student at Oxford and Co-Founder of UniPear, a non-profit organisation aiming to tackle the diversity problem at Oxford. We talk about how James started his NPO over lockdown, the struggles he had and his successes along the way.Please check out James' LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesdbromfield/Find out more about UniPear: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unipear/Check out EGZ's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/enterprising-gen-z-podcast/Check out EGZ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enterprisinggenzpod/

Welcome to the first ever episode of the Enterprising Gen-Z podcast! In this episode I chat to Sina Sadrzadeh, Head of Growth at My NFT, a company which is making NFTs accessible to everyone by putting the control back in your hands when buying and selling NFTs. Sina is also the host of the Millennial Entrepreneur, a top-30 rated business podcast. Sina was also named TargetJobs One to Watch Undergraduate in 2019. On the show we discuss what an NFT actually is, what their future is and how you can get involved, all packed into one 26-minute episode.Please check out Sina's LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sinasadrzadeh/Find out more about My NFT: https://www.mynft.comCheck out EGZ's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/enterprising-gen-z-podcast/Check out EGZ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enterprisinggenzpod/

Welcome to the Enterprising Gen-Z podcast trailer! Join me as I interview some of the smartest business professionals and entrepreneurs in the world and show you the steps to success. We have some fantastic guests lined up this season!Listen to the to the successes, failures and advice from industry experts to help land your dream job! EGZ is hosted by Sam Watson, 18 year old A-Level student and co-owner of Wing Technologies LTD.