EPISODE 23 #NurtureYourZest

In this episode, host Ashleigh King sits down with Terry Blackburn, a powerhouse entrepreneur who's built 11 successful businesses from the ground up. Terry’s story is one of grit, determination, and designing a life that aligns with his deepest values. From overcoming a challenging past to crafting his path to success, Terry shares the mindset and strategies that have fueled his journey.

In this episode, we discuss:

🌵 Terry’s journey from a troubled youth to becoming a successful entrepreneur with 11 businesses

🌵 The power of goal-setting and time management for maintaining balance in life

🌵 Terry’s book and its animal analogies of the "lion," "hyena," and "sloth" mindsets, and how these reflect different approaches to success

🌵 The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people who support your growth

🌵 Why self-awareness, personal health, and relationships are just as important as business achievements

🌵 How to avoid falling into the trap of hustle culture and instead design a life that aligns with your core values

🌵 Terry’s approach to maintaining creativity and passion, even while managing a busy entrepreneurial life

Find Terry online:

💻 LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-blackburn-property/?originalSubdomain=uk

💻 Terry’s Website

https://www.terryblackburnproperty.com/

📚 Terry’s Books:

https://www.terryblackburnproperty.com/learn-before-you-earn

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🦩Ashleigh King - Host & Executive Producer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleigh-elizabeth-king/

📸 🎥 Joel Lowson - Director - Flamingo Heights and Joel Lowson Videography

📸 🎥 Krzysztof Furgala - Audio & Video Production - Sigil Media

#DesignYourLife #SuccessMindset #EntrepreneurJourney #GoalSetting #WorkLifeBalance #IntentionalLiving #NurtureYourZest #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #BusinessSuccess

EPISODE 22 #NurtureYourZest

In this episode, host Ashleigh King chats to Laura Kingston, Founder and Managing Editor of High Life North,a digital magazine that is dedicated to celebrating women in the North East. Laura shares the journey of transforming a seed of an idea into a thriving digital platform.

In this episode, we discuss:

🌵 The inspiration behind the creation of High Life North and its evolution from a passion project to a successful magazine

🌵 Why Laura values a digital-only approach for sustainability and editorial control

🌵 High Life North’s role in giving a voice to diverse women’s stories across the North East

🌵 Laura’s strategies for maintaining a work-life balance

🌵Laura’s passion for meditation and why she encourages us all to give it a go

🌵 The distinctive style and tone of voice that sets High Life North apart from other outlets

🌵 Laura’s future aspirations for High Life North, including events, enhancing audience engagement and incorporating a more data-driven approach

Find Laura online:

💻 LinkedIn:

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/laura-kingston-hln

💻 Visit High Life North and Subscribe to The Newsletter

https://www.highlifenorth.com/

Check out The Potato Massaman Curry Recipe:

https://www.highlifenorth.com/2022/10/14/chickpea-and-potato-massaman-curry/

📚 Books Mentioned:

Profit First - Mike Michalowicz

The Squiggly Career - Helen Tupper and Sarah Ellis

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If you've enjoyed this content and found it valuable, please consider donating to our Ko-Fi page.

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Thank you to our Production Team:

🦩Ashleigh King - Host & Executive Producer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleigh-elizabeth-king/

📸 🎥 Joel Lowson - Director - Flamingo Heights and Joel Lowson Videography

📸 🎥 Krzysztof Furgala - Audio & Video Production - Sigil Media

#Podcast #CreativeIndustries #NurtureYourZest #FlamingoHeights #PodcastStudioNewcastle #Entrepreneurship #CollaborationOverCompetition #MensMentalHealth #Racism #CommunityDevelopment

EPISODE 21 #NurtureYourZest In this episode, host Ashleigh King sits down with Steve Pugh, the founder of Roadmap MBA. Steve shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming the first in his family to graduate university. Driven by a powerful mission, Steve is dedicated to making business education accessible and affordable for all. In this episode, we discuss: 🌵 Steve’s Liverpool roots and how a humble upbringing shaped his work ethic 🌵 The need for change in higher education and the complacency around standards 🌵 The student privilege gap and the challenges faced by those from humble backgrounds seeking education 🌵 Steve’s mission to make business education accessible for everyone 🌵 The value of customised education in order to meet diverse needs 🌵 Roadmap MBA’s global reach and its future aspirations 🌵Steve’s strategies for maintaining a work-life balance to ensure personal wellbeing 🌵 Navigating burnout and prioritising relationships when you are a high performing individual Find Steve online: 💻 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevendanielpugh/?originalSubdomain=uk 💻 The Roadmap MBA Website: https://www.roadmapmba.com/ Watch The 360 Tour: https://youtu.be/_XXnQRG5Hj0?si=RLNM0cIlSTcje6nX https://youtu.be/wESta0jTz04?si=XB174kxsRZxf13hl 📚 Check Out The Privilege Comic: https://www.boredpanda.com/privilege-explanation-comic-strip-on-a-plate-toby-morris/ If you like what you see please give us a like, comment, and subscribe! It really helps us to grow our channel, and it’s a free way you can support us in bringing you more stories! 🎙️🫶 If you would like to record a podcast or have any questions about starting a podcast please write to: 💌 hello@flamingoheights.co.uk Thank you to our Production Team: 🦩Ashleigh King - Host & Executive Producer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleigh-elizabeth-king/ 📸 🎥 Joel Lowson - Director - Flamingo Heights and Joel Lowson Videography 📸 🎥 Krzysztof Furgala - Audio & Video Production - Sigil Media #Podcast #CreativeIndustries #NurtureYourZest #FlamingoHeights #PodcastStudioNewcastle #AccesibleEducation #BusinessEducation #Education #Ambition #RoadmapMBA