We live in a culture of mass oversharing. Social media allows just about anyone the ability to share their ideologies, products or uncanny resemblance of their cat and Hitler but there comes a point when we have to ask ourselves do you really need share that?
How To Save £53,300 On Your Education
If like most young people, throughout your life you have been told that university is the pinnacle of your education and will lead to a bigger paycheque then like most people you will probably be considering going. The problem that many young people face is not only choosing what they want to spend the next three years of their lives … 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
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
Waiting For The Penny To Drop
I can’t help but notice the unsettled feeling many young people have when they talk about their nine-to-fives. Most often they speak about feeling undervalued, having money insecurities, or worst of all believing that this is it. I don’t know whether it’s just my generation’s heightened egos, a raise in consciousness or a fundamental part of the human condition but … Read More
9 Ways To Overcome Underdog Psychosis Inspired By Skepta
1. Just because you don’t fit in to the system doesn’t mean there’s something wrong with you. “We run our schools like factories. We line kids up in straight rows, put them in batches, and work very hard to make sure there are no defective parts. Nobody standing out, falling behind, running ahead, making a ruckus.” – Seth Godin Systems are … Read More
Five Tips for Graduates From Simon Sinek
1. Seize Opportunities – “There are people who see the thing they want and there are people who see the thing that prevents them from getting the thing they want. You’re allowed to take shortcuts and you’re allowed to go after the thing you want but don’t deny others their opportunity.” 2. Tell The Truth – “You take responsibility for … Read More
#23. Who Said You Can’t Be Young and Successful? w/ Blessing Maregere
In this episode Cem and Wayne interview Blessing Maregere, a multi-award winning young entrepreneur, author & inspirational speaker. He started his first business, a cleaning company, at the age of 16, which turned over £10k a month, employed 6 cleaning staff and he did it all in just 3 months. He shares with us how he did it and why … Read More