Georgina Smith in discussion with Paul Coyle, Director of the Entrepreneurial Mindset Network.
Entrepreneurial mindset? What is it and why is it relevant to you? Excellent questions, you should listen to this series! Entrepreneurial mindset is key if you want to know how to stand out from the crowd at an interview, how to become an innovator within an organisation, how to deal with the changing world of work or if you’re interested in starting a business or social enterprise. Entrepreneurial mindset is something you need to know about!
Georgina Smith in discussion with Saira Sadiq, student connector and current law student. Saira talks about a positive mental attitude, persuasive communication, and the importance of staying motivated and moving beyond your comfort zone.
Georgina Smith in discussion with product designer and founder of modomise.com, Emmanuel Oyemade.
Emmanuel talks about the importance of time management, being prepared to change direction when something isn’t working and the importance of encouraging yourself and others to spot and pursue opportunities.
Georgina Smith in discussion with Sophie Morsman, Out of Home Manager at Love Corn.
Sophie talks about motivation and determination, making the most of connections, and how that helped her secure work experience opportunities that she never expected would come her way! She also talks about her journey with dyslexia, overcoming self-doubt, and the bountiful benefits of working at a start-up.
Georgina Smith in discussion with Jo Godden, founder of RubyMoon. Jo and her team have created a social enterprise that is working towards many of the sustainable development goals. Listen to hear more about how this sustainable clothing brand is positively impacting women and our planet. If you want to learn more about the circular economy, check out the RubyMoon YouTube channel.
Georgina Smith in discussion with Sean Richardson, co-founder of Mukisa Coffee, a social enterprise that sells specialty Ugandan coffee to fund education projects. This episode covers the importance of moving from thinking about an idea to taking action.
Georgina Smith in discussion with Shiv Misra, co-founder of Roots and Hoots about zero waste shopping and the importance of taking responsibility, not waiting for someone else to solve social and environmental problems.
Georgina Smith in discussion with Sara Osterholzer, co-founder of the Good Business Club about the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and the importance of impact-led business.
Georgina Smith speaks to Taylor Rankin and Kyla Lowe from LifeMix about their early-stage tech startup, which has developed a solution to help you set goals, get organised, and reach your potential.
Georgina Smith speaks to BBC Radio Kent breakfast show presenter, Anna Cookson about her journey from student radio to BBC prime time slot. Anna also speaks about the advantage that freelancing gave her early on, as well as the importance of being yourself.
Georgina Smith speaks to a Product Design graduate who’s created a social enterprise with a focus on sustainability. Ameenah Begum, founder of CosColours is making the most of waste products from the cosmetics industry to create watercolour paints. Ameenah talks about her journey from student to business founder and some of the valuable lessons she’s learnt along the way.
Georgina Smith speaks to an Economics graduate who’s turned his hand to web design to take the faff out of finding the perfect fitness solution. Harvey Platt, founder of myfitnessadvisor.co.uk, talks about having the courage to go your own way and the importance of perseverance.
Georgina Smith speaks to a Development Studies graduate who’s carving out a career making films and documentaries. Simone Punzo, founder of Chilled Winston, talks about the importance of making a difference through your work and the highs and lows of being your own boss.
Georgina Smith from the Entrepreneurship Team speaks to CEO and founder, Imelda Fossu about starting again when things don’t work out, resilience and the importance of rest.
Side Hustle: Georgina Smith from the Entrepreneurship team in discussion with a Sussex graduate who’s made money from his YouTube channel Mchapelle. Plus a current Sussex student who used the sleepy lock-down period to launch a business; MySweetSmile .
Female founders: Georgina Smith from the Entrepreneurship Team in discussion with two female founders! Izzy Obeng from Foundervine, speaks about the challenges that women in business face and George Farrugia from the Entrepreneurship Team, shares her experiences and tips for success.
Georgina Smith from the Entrepreneurship Team at the University of Sussex, in discussion with Sara Osterholzer, Sussex graduate and co-founder of The Good Business Club. Sara explains what social enterprise is, how it differs to charity, as well as talking about connecting for success and what stops founders from launching their businesses. This episode also includes a mini interview with Oanh Brophy, a local social entrepreneur who has created a solution to tackle the problem of one-use food packaging.
