In this episode I’m joined by Mia Collins, founder of MiMeals, full-time sales consultant, and competitive bodybuilder who placed 6th in the British Finals and was invited to the World Finals. Mia is an inspiration for anyone refusing to settle for an average life.

We dive into the importance of doing hard things and building discipline and resilience through action, how grief and hardship can fuel motivation and how embracing discomfort and emotions leads to personal growth. Mia then shares her love for David Goggins and how his books helped her develop a rock-solid mindset to tackle life’s toughest challenges.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Peter Wood, young entrepreneur and CEO of The Graduate Guide, a company tackling the UK career crisis through podcasts, events, and more.

We explore how youthful naivety can drive success, the importance of taking calculated risks, and how embracing a ‘fuck it’ mentality can help break free from societal expectations. Plus, we dive into why discovering what you don’t want to do, especially in your 20s, is key to finding your passion and much more.

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In this debut episode, Adam welcomes David McIntosh, host of the Development by David podcast, where he’s interviewed high-profile names like Jimmy Carr, Example, and the CEO of Reebok. Beyond his podcast, David is a management consultant, the founder and co-chair of the Social Mobility ERG at KPMG, and has been recognised in Business Insider’s 35 Under 35 list.

David shares his personal journey, starting with his working-class roots and the pivotal moments that led him to discover the power of origin stories. Together, they dive deep into how sharing our stories, no matter the size or impact, can be a catalyst for growth and connection.

Then, grief takes centre stage in this conversation as Adam and David discuss how the loss of loved ones has shaped their lives. They open up about the lessons they’ve learned from these experiences and the regrets they carry, offering listeners raw insights into navigating life’s most challenging moments. David also introduces the idea of Adversity Quotient (AQ)—the unique ability to grow from hardship—and how it can help you thrive in the face of life’s obstacles.

You can find David https://www.instagram.com/davidmcintoshjr?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

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