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Screw It Just DO It with Alex Chisnall

For those who decided to Screw It... and Just DID It. Ranked #1 in Apple Podcasts. Top 1% globally. 5M+ downloads Real stories from founders who took the leap. Hosted by Alex Chisnall. Learn how today’s top entrepreneurs started, scaled, & stayed true to their vision. Official podcast of the Festival of Entrepreneurs: https://www.festivalofentrepreneurs.co.uk Twice Weekly Show every Tuesday & Thursday. If you enjoyed listening, please rate my show. And if you"re really generous with your

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00:57:31

The AI Growth Playbook: Lessons from Piers Linney

Screw It Just DO It with Alex Chisnall ·

2025/07/15

AI isn’t a buzzword anymore. It’s an operating system shift that’s already reshaping how we work, sell, and compete. I spoke with Piers Linney, entrepreneur, ex-Dragon, and co-founder of Implement AI, about what business leaders need to know right now to stay relevant.Piers has sat on boards, built companies from scratch, and now helps SMEs navigate the complex and fast-changing AI landscape. He pulls no punches. If you’re still dragging your feet on AI, this episode is a wake-up call.We spoke about

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00:11:26

Sabrina Stocker Shares PR Secrets Every Founder Needs

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2025/07/15

Sabrina Stocker is the kind of guest who reminds you what’s possible when you back yourself. From earning a decent living coaching tennis to selling everything she owned and starting again in Egypt, Sabrina shares her very real “Screw It Just Do It” moment. What stood out for me was her clarity around building a life of freedom—financial, time, and location—and her honest reflection on how mindset and lifestyle changes made it all possible. This is one for anyone who's felt the pull to pivot, to

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00:13:45

Simon Squibb on Building Future-Proof Brands in 2025

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2025/07/15

What does it take to walk out of school, broke, and build a multimillion-pound business? Simon Squibb did just that. In this bite-sized episode, we rewind to his Screw It Just DO It moment: leaving school with nothing but a survival instinct and turning that into a successful agency.Simon breaks down how he started, what really fuels progress (hint: it’s not luck), and why persistence beats talent every time. If you’re stuck, second-guessing your next step, this short episode will snap you into

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00:11:20

The Founder Who Hacks Her Body and Business

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2025/07/15

Ever thought about how one freezing-cold moment could change your entire career? That’s exactly what happened to Laura Fullerton. In this bite-sized episode, we dive into how Laura went from avoiding cold water like the plague to launching Monk - a smart ice bath company that’s gained backing from the likes of Anthony Joshua and James Watt.She didn’t just build a product. She created a movement in cold water therapy. We talk about making the jump from concept to physical product, navigating hardware

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00:50:57

Building a Sustainable Brand That Actually Scales

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2025/07/15

This week on Screw It Just DO It, I’m joined by Mark Rushmore, co-founder of SURI – Sustainable Rituals, the startup shaking up the electric toothbrush market by doing things differently.After a successful corporate career at Proctor and Gamble and Kellogg, Mark made the bold move to co-create a product that challenges fast-consumption culture with sustainability, smart design, and an obsession with customer experience. In this episode, Mark chats about what the startup grind is really like, from

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00:11:24

Victoria Azubuike on Building Brands That Back Black...

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2025/07/15

If you’ve ever found yourself questioning whether there’s more to life than your 9-to-5, you need to hear this. In this bite-sized episode, I’m joined by the inspiring Victoria Azubuike, founder of The Us Group & She Who, who left behind a steady corporate career to build a mission-led business that’s now worked with over 3,000 young women across the UK. From building confidence to confronting imposter syndrome, this is a real, honest chat about doing the inner work, trusting your gut, and

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00:15:10

The Million-Dollar Mindset: Key Lessons from Daniel...

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2025/07/15

This week’s Bite-sized Screw It Just DO It episode It delivers something every entrepreneur needs – a simple, effective way to validate an idea before you pour your savings into it.Daniel Priestley doesn’t believe in waiting around. He’s built multi-million-pound businesses by running lean, fast, and smart. In this tactical breakdown, Daniel shows you how to launch without launching using one of his go-to strategies: the “waiting list” method. Whether you’re a first-time founder or someone thinking

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00:11:22

The Untold Startup Secrets of Steven Bartlett

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2025/07/15

What makes someone drop out of university after just one lecture, with no funding or formal plan, and go on to build a multi-million-pound marketing agency? That’s the question I posed to Steven Bartlett - founder of Social Chain and one of the UK’s most inspiring modern entrepreneurs. In this bite-sized episode of Screw It Just Do It, Steven breaks down the mindset shift that helped him scale a Twitter page into a global agency working with Apple, McDonald’s, and the BBC. It’s raw, it’s real, and

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00:52:01

Why This Billion-Dollar Brand Walked Away from Facebook

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2025/07/15

This week on Screw It Just Do It, I sit down with one of the most recognisable names in ethical entrepreneurship – Rowena Bird, co-founder of Lush.From humble beginnings to running a cosmetics empire in 53 countries, Rowena’s journey is as raw and real as the ingredients in her products. But it wasn’t always bath bombs and billion-pound valuations. Before Lush came the painful collapse of their first business, Cosmetics to Go. They lost everything. And it was in the ashes of that failure that the

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00:01:10

Screw It Just DO It Returns

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2025/07/15

After a short break, we’re returning with even more inspiring stories, real lessons from the front lines of entrepreneurship, and honest conversations about what it really takes to build something from scratch.This is just a taste of what’s to come.Because if you’re going to build your dream, you’ve got to stop waiting and start doing.🗓️ Don’t forget to subscribe to the show on your favourite platforms!🎟️ Join us at the Festival of Entrepreneurs – 8–9 Oct, NEC Birmingham👉

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00:08:00

How Tim Fung Scaled Airtasker to a Global Marketplace

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2025/04/08

In this episode of Screw It Just Do It, host Alex Chisnall chats with Tim Fung, founder of Airtasker, the revolutionary platform connecting people with on-demand workers. Tim shares his entrepreneurial journey, from launching in 2012 to expanding globally with millions of users.🚀 What You’ll Learn:How Airtasker went from an idea to a thriving two-sided marketplaceThe biggest challenges of scaling a service-based businessWhy funding is not a magic fix & how it adds pressure to executeThe secret

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00:06:12

Viral Growth & Brand Building: The BOSH! Success Story

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2025/04/01

In this episode of Screw It Just Do It Sessions, I sit down with Henry Firth and Ian Theasby, co-founders of BOSH!, the fastest-growing plant-based food brand online. In just 18 months, they built an audience of over 1.5 million followers and reached 500 million+ views—without a marketing budget.We dive into: ✔️ The importance of organic growth and how they leveraged social media ✔️ Why building a community is the key to scaling a brand ✔️ The behind-the-scenes of creating viral food videos ✔️ How

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00:11:03

From Kitchen Experiments to Multi-Million Pound Brand...

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2025/03/25

In this episode of Screw It Just Do It Sessions, Alex Chisnall chats with Cassandra Stavrou, founder of Propercorn, about her journey from quitting her job at a top ad agency to disrupting the snack industry with one of the UK’s fastest-growing brands. Cassandra shares the incredible story of how her late father’s gift of a popcorn machine inspired her to take the leap into entrepreneurship.She talks about the resilience needed to navigate the challenges of manufacturing, how a cement mixer and a

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00:45:05

How Pippa Murray Built Pip & Nut Into a Multi-Million...

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2025/03/18

How do you take a homemade idea and turn it into a supermarket success? Pippa Murray, founder of Pip & Nut, joins us to share her incredible journey from creating nut butter in her kitchen to scaling her business to millions in retail sales.In this episode, we dive into:How Pippa turned a £10,000 startup loan into a thriving brandThe challenges of scaling production & securing supermarket listingsThe power of mentorship and raising capital through CrowdcubeWhy avoiding palm oil was a

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00:08:23

The Startup Funding Playbook with Seedrs’ Jeff Lynn

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2025/03/11

In this episode of Screw It Just Do It, Jeff Lynn, co-founder of Republic Europe (formerly Seedrs), shares his journey of building one of Europe’s leading equity crowdfunding platforms. What started as a university project evolved into a platform that has facilitated over £1.5 billion in investments across 1,500+ businesses. Jeff discusses the challenges of navigating regulatory approval, scaling a startup, and the importance of hiring the right team. He also reflects on his transition from CEO to

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00:10:31

From Side Hustle to Global Brand: The SORTED Food Story

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2025/03/04

In this episode of Screw It Just Do It, I sit down with Ben, Mike, and Barry, the co-founders of SORTED Food, one of the world’s most popular food channels. What started as a casual conversation in a pub about cooking skills has turned into a brand with millions of followers and brand partnerships with household names like Co-op.🎤 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Sorted Food bootstrapped their business using YouTube and social mediaThe role of collaborations and partnerships in growing a

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00:15:16

5 Proven Ways to Monetise Your Personal Brand with...

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2025/02/25

In this episode of Screw It Just Do It Session, Alex Chisnall sits down with Chris Ducker, renowned entrepreneur and author, to unpack actionable strategies for monetizing your personal brand. From leveraging coaching and consulting to launching scalable digital products, Chris shares five powerful methods to turn your expertise into income. With over 7 million podcast downloads and a thriving membership community, Chris offers insights into building influence, creating recurring revenue, and

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00:05:28

How Candy Kittens Built a Brand That Stands Out

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2025/02/18

In this Screw It Just Do It session, Jamie Laing and Ed Williams, the founders of Candy Kittens, share their journey from a small pop-up shop to a nationally recognised brand. They discuss the challenges of launching a new product, the importance of building a strong brand identity, and why knowing your target customer is key.Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or already growing your business, this episode is packed with insights on product development, retail partnerships, and leveraging

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00:08:15

How John Lee Dumas Built a $10M Business:...

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2025/02/11

Join Alex Chisnall as he sits down with John Lee Dumas, the host of EO Fire, one of the world’s top-rated business podcasts. In this episode, John shares his transformative journey from US Army platoon leader to a globally successful entrepreneur. He delves into the challenges of his six-year struggle, the discipline instilled during his military service, and the pivotal moment that led to the creation of EO Fire.Learn how John generated over $10 million in revenue, the power of crowdfunding for

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00:11:49

Pat Flynn’s Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Start...

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2025/02/04

In this session of Screw It Just Do It, Alex Chisnall talks with Pat Flynn, a thought leader in online entrepreneurship and the creator of Smart Passive Income. Pat shares his journey from losing his architecture job in 2008 to building a multimillion-dollar business that inspires entrepreneurs worldwide.Pat reveals how he turned down a six-figure job offer to align his work with his values, why market validation is crucial, and how transparency has been a key driver of his success. If you’re an

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