In this episode, Nicholas Foo, Chief Revenue Officer at Morning, a coffee tech start-up company, shares his journey from military service in Singapore to becoming a Diplomat and then transitioning into the tech startup world.
He discusses his experiences in India, the challenges of moving to the UK, and his role in the success of Grab, a leading ride-hailing platform which later went on to list on the NASDAQ.
Nicholas also talks about his current position as Chief Revenue Officer at Morning, a coffee technology startup, and reflects on the nature of risk in both personal and professional contexts, emphasising the importance of community and understanding one's 'why' is a vital force for success at anything.
SOUND BITES
"I learned a lot about discipline."
"You need to learn to thrive rather than survive."
"No one takes risk alone."
"I was riding high at Grab."
"I made a decision, easy. I quit."
"Knowing your why is a powerful force."
"We started to build the brand from there."
"Coffee can be quite an exclusive club."
"Risk taking is a muscle that I train."
LEARN MORE ABOUT MORNING
https://drinkmorning.co.uk/
GET IN TOUCH WITH NICHOLAS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicfoo/
LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR HOST CHIZUBEL BELUCHI: https://chizubelbeluchi.com/story CHECK OUT THE SERVICES: https://chizubelbeluchi.com/services 📕GET THE NEW BOOK - 'GET RISKY OR GET LOST' OUT NOW: https://www.getriskyorgetlost.com/boo... 🎙️FOLLOW OUR PODCAST ON SPOTIFY: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... 🎙️FOLLOW OUR PODCAST ON AMAZON MUSIC: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/9... 🎙️FOLLOW OUR PODCAST ON iTUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast... ABOUT US: The Risk Champs Podcast takes you on a journey of risk taking by bringing you inspirational stories, strategies for success of exceptional risk-takers. Chizubel Beluchi sits down with remarkable risk takers to explore the risks they are taking, whilst presenting you with lessons on how you can take risks to achieve your purpose. Be inspired, master risk taking, and have a more prosperous life and business. Chizubel E. Beluchi is the founder and CEO of 'The Risk of You' a consulting firm based in the United Kingdom. He is the author of the #1 Amazon Bestseller “Get Risky or Get Lost: The Psychology, Science and Art of Precision Risk-Taking.” To find out more about Chizubel, visit: https://chizubelbeluchi
In this episode Chizubel Beluchi discusses with Leon Brown on his journey from investment banking to founding Elevation FX, a financial education company. He discusses the common mistakes traders make, the importance of risk management, and how trading can be a reflection of one's mindset.
Through success stories, he illustrates the transformative power of trading and emphasises the need for a balanced approach to trading. Leon shares insights on his relationship with his son and how they navigate entrepreneurship together.
The dialogue explores the importance of understanding one's risk appetite, the lessons learned from failures, and the value of mentorship in achieving personal growth and business success.
The conversation explores the importance of self-investment and continuous learning, particularly in the realms of trading and personal development. The dialogue also explores the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency and the significance of building a recognized brand in the trading industry.
SOUND BITES
"Trading is wonderful."
"The market is neutral."
"If you want a mentor or coach, trade."
"I want him to be better than me."
"I always start from the end."
"Regret is only what you think it is."
"Pain is a signal to grow, not to suffer."
"I knew that I was a risk taker."
"Change is going to happen with or without you."
"It's like having a father on your side."
"Investing in a mentor is crucial."
"There's no absolutely no excuses."
"Find yourself a good mentor."
"I love the idea of cryptocurrency."
"Trading is almost like life itself."
"You need to learn the basics at the very least."
"What is there to fear?"
"People want to win."
LEARN MORE ABOUT LEON BROWN
https://elevationfx.net/
GET IN TOUCH WITH LEON
https://elevationfx.net/contact/
LEARN MORE ABOUT CHIZUBEL BELUCHI: https://chizubelbeluchi.com/story CHECK OUT THE SERVICES: https://chizubelbeluchi.com/services 📕GET THE NEW BOOK - 'GET RISKY OR GET LOST' OUT NOW: https://www.getriskyorgetlost.com/boo... 🎙️FOLLOW PODCAST ON SPOTIFY: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... 🎙️FOLLOW PODCAST ON AMAZON MUSIC: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/9... 🎙️FOLLOW PODCAST ON iTUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast... ABOUT US: The Risk Champs Podcast takes you on a journey of risk taking by bringing you inspirational stories, strategies for success of exceptional risk-takers. Chizubel Beluchi sits down with remarkable risk takers to explore the risks they are taking, whilst presenting you with lessons on how you can take risks to achieve your purpose. Be inspired, master risk taking, and have a more prosperous life and business. Chizubel E. Beluchi is the founder and CEO of 'The Risk of You' a consulting firm based in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom. He is the author of the #1 Amazon Bestseller “Get Risky or Get Lost: The Psychology, Science and Art of Precision Risk-Taking.” To find out more about Chizubel, visit: https://chizubelbeluchi
SUMMARY In this conversation, Amélie Prot, a menopause specialist, discusses the various aspects of menopause, including its definition, symptoms, and the significant impact it has on women's personal and professional lives. She emphasises the importance of understanding menopause, the emotional challenges it brings, and the need for open communication between partners. The discussion also highlights the role of employers and HR in supporting women during this transition, as well as the opportunities that can arise from navigating menopause. SOUND BITES FROM AMELIE "Not all women will have severe symptoms." "Divorce rates peak during menopause." "Break the silence about menopause." "HRT can help manage menopause symptoms." "Look at your plate, is it very beige-y?" "You need to put yourself first." "You have to give to yourself first." "Self-care is not selfish." "Self-care is about doing less." "It's about accepting help." "You deserve to be heard." "You are supporting everyone around you." LEARN MORE ABOUT AMELIE PROT: https://ameliewellness.com/about LEARN MORE ABOUT AMELIE'S WORK: https://ameliewellness.com/ -- LEARN MORE ABOUT CHIZUBEL BELUCHI: https://chizubelbeluchi.com/story CHECK OUT THE SERVICES: https://chizubelbeluchi.com/services 📕GET THE NEW BOOK - 'GET RISKY OR GET LOST' OUT NOW: https://www.getriskyorgetlost.com/boo... 🎙️FOLLOW PODCAST ON SPOTIFY: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... 🎙️FOLLOW PODCAST ON AMAZON MUSIC: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/9... 🎙️FOLLOW PODCAST ON iTUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast... ABOUT US: The Risk Champs Podcast takes you on a journey of risk taking by bringing you inspirational stories, strategies for success of exceptional risk-takers. Chizubel Beluchi sits down with remarkable risk takers to explore the risks they are taking, whilst presenting you with lessons on how you can take risks to achieve your purpose. Be inspired, master risk taking, and have a more prosperous life and business. Chizubel E. Beluchi is the founder and CEO of 'The Risk of You' a consulting firm based in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom. He is the author of the #1 Amazon Bestseller “Get Risky or Get Lost: The Psychology, Science and Art of Precision Risk-Taking.” To find out more about Chizubel, visit: https://chizubelbeluchi
In this episode, Chizubel sits down risk Haddy Njie, a former Risk Consultant who resigned to lead in the fight against racism in the British city of York.
Haddy discusses an incident that sparked her mission which has led to her making several media appearances to bring about a positive change.
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🗃️ LEARN MORE ABOUT HADDY'S WORK: https://www.ieruk.org.uk/
💼 VISIT HADDY'S CORPORATE WEBSITE: https://www.speakupdiversity.com/
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ABOUT US:
Chizubel E. Beluchi is the founder and CEO of 'The Risk of You' a consulting firm based in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom. He is the author of the #1 Amazon Bestseller “Get Risky or Get Lost: The Psychology, Science and Art of Precision Risk-Taking.” To find out more about Chizubel, visit: https://chizubelbeluchi.com/
In this episode, Chizubel Beluchi welcomes you to the first episode of The Risk Champs Podcast. He discusses the hidden truth about risk that is not widely known.
Chizubel also talks about his new book, Get Risky or Get Lost: The Psychology, Science and Art of Precision Risk-Taking.
To get your copy of his new book, visit https://www.getriskyorgetlost.com/book-optin
To learn more about Chizubel Beluchi and what he does, visit https://chizubelbeluchi.com/