1. GEBY – Engineer A Great Morning Adopt this process for your morning routine to get more out of your day: G: Be grateful for seemingly small things in your life. E: Make exercise a priority (and not just in a gym). B: Eat a healthy breakfast. Y: Do something just for you. (E.g. Go to your favorite restaurant) Find … Read More
32. F**k, I Didn’t Get The Grades!
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why not getting the grades could be the best thing that has ever happened to you. We talk about the unique opportunities that are available to those leaving the educational system. The many ways in which the digital economy has made it easier than ever to build your own (free) education as well … Read More
Why The Dragons Were Wrong w/ Akeem Ojuko (The Wild Peanut)
In this episode Cem and Wayne interview Akeem Ojuko, creator of The Wild Peanut. We delve into the aftermath of his experience in front of the dragons in BBC’s Dragons Den and find out how and why he decided to pursue entrepreneurship starting with his Ebay business at the age of 16! We discuss the pros and cons of the … Read More
10 Life Changing eBooks For Entrepreneurs That Are 77p or Less! (or Free)
Since I got my Kindle Paperwhite last year I have become a sucker for cheap digital books. They say you are the sum of the five people you hang around with but the wonder of reading is that it allows you to drop in on great minds daily and is a vital component to the growth of any entrepreneur. Back … Read More
30. Millennial Misunderstandings w/ Mallie Rydzik
In this episode Cem and Wayne interview Millennial Coach Mallie Toth Rydzik. Mallie is on a mission to show the world that there’s an alternative to giving up five days of your life to your cubicle job and why you shouldn’t let your career define you. We discuss whether being a Millennial is more of a mindset than an age … Read More
18 Quotes On Self-Renewal By John W. Gardner
I just finished reading Self-Renewal – the Individual & the Innovative Society (Paper) by John W. Gardner which I found extremely thought provoking and motivating as a young person, here are my favourite book clippings! “A society decays when its institutions and individuals lose their vitality.” “A society must court the kinds of change that will enrich and strengthen it, rather than … Read More
Why Knowledge Doesn’t Always Equal Power
If knowledge is really power, with the abundance of graduates and PHD students, we should be well on our way to solving the world’s greatest problems. But we’re not. Knowledge only becomes power when combined with passion and applied to a worthy cause. Thousands of graduates leave education brimming with ambition, only to be quickly inoculated with a heavy dose … Read More
28. Monetisation For Creatives Online
In this episode Cem and Wayne introduce several different ways creatives can monetise their work and art online including, Youtube, eBooks, advertising, affiliates, sponsorship, donations, crowdsourcing, online product creation and services. Will talk about the importance of building your platform and audiences online to gain trust and how you can leverage multiple revenue streams with your art. [smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/powerfulnonsense/2014-07-21T08_17_03-07_00.mp3″ title=”Monetisation … Read More
26. Rise Of The Sidepreneur
In this episode Cem and Wayne discuss why sidepreneurship may be a good starting point for those interested in taking control of their finances and improving their quality of life. We talk about the reasons why people avoid pursuing a passion project and why managing your time and energy through self love and relationships could be exactly what you need … Read More
Five Ice T Quotes On Why Entrepreneurs Need A “Fuck it!” Mentality
1) “Fuck it gets you across that line, that ability to push past the rules.” (Tweet This!) 2) “You don’t get credit for being safe in life.” (Tweet This!) 3) “To take risks you have got to go… fuck it!” (Tweet This!) 4) “Fuck it can help you or harm you.” (Tweet This!) 5) “On the edge is where creation lives.” (Tweet This!) What … Read More