Perseverance, Passion, and Pitta: Dan Levy’s Journey from Chef to Successful Entrepreneur.

In this episode, Dan Levy, founder of Eat a Pitta, shares his entrepreneurial journey from starting as a chef with a passion for cooking instilled by his grandmother's North African recipes, to owning a successful street food business with multiple locations in the Southwest of England. Dan discusses the challenges of the hospitality industry, the impact of the 2008 financial crash on his career, and the importance of systems, procedures, and perseverance in growing a business. Amidst present-day hurdles like economic conditions and rising operational costs, Dan emphasises the critical role of passion and resilience in achieving long-term success.

Balancing the Health, Wealth, and Happiness Triangle

In episode eight of the Entrepreneurs Gap Podcast, host Chris Hill delves into the 'Health, Wealth, and Happiness Triangle.' He explains the concept and its importance in achieving balance in life and business. Chris shares his personal goals in starting Amazon businesses and emphasizes that while sprinting towards one pillar (health, wealth, or happiness), it is crucial to let the pendulum swing back to maintain overall balance. The episode includes a cautionary tale of focusing solely on wealth at the expense of health and happiness, illustrating the need for a balanced approach. Practical tools and further insights are available in Chris's book, which listeners can access through his website. Tune in next week for a discussion with guest Dan Levy on franchising and big business.

Mindset: Your Key to Unlocking Any Door

In Episode 7 of the Entrepreneurs Gap podcast, host Chris Hill delves into the critical role of mindset in achieving business success. He emphasises that mindset, more than business models, strategies, or investment funds, is the true key to unlocking a business's potential. Chris explores two main aspects of mindset: sex and status, and self-belief. He explains how external motivations can mislead you and how internal motivations can guide you towards true fulfilment. Chris also addresses the importance of self-belief, challenging limiting perceptions, and the power of consistent, small actions in building a successful business.