Entrepreneur Conversations

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Join James as he sits down with Rich Ellis, a seasoned DJ turned founder of Zip Events, an events company raising the bar for private events across Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Essex, and beyond. Rich shares how he transitioned from club and wedding DJ gigs to building an entertainment agency with a trusted roster, full-service enhancements, and national reach (zipevents.uk).

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Join James Martin as he sits down with Will Polston, a life coach with a powerful story of resilience and reinvention. They explore Will’s complex relationship with money, how he lost everything not once but twice, and his journey to building a thriving coaching business. From financial failure to personal transformation, this episode dives deep into mindset...

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Join James Martin as he sits down with Danny Buchan, former professional superbike racer turned entrepreneur. They discuss Danny’s transition from the racing world to running two successful furniture businesses, the challenges of starting over, and how discipline from sport fuels his business mindset. Gain insights into brand building, resilience, and what it ta...

In this week’s episode of Entrepreneur Conversations, James Martin sits down with Caroline Southgate, founder of a thriving care business that supports over 140 elderly people in the community. With a passion rooted in compassion, Caroline shares her journey from startup to scaling a purpose-led enterprise in one of the most emotionally demanding sectors.They dive deep into what it takes to build trust at scale, how to lead with em...

Join James Martin as he sits down with Mark Creaser about his Entrepreneur Journey and experiences that have brought him to where he is today. They delve into Mark’s early entrepreneurial struggles, pivotal moments that shaped his leadership, and the strategies he uses to scale sustainably. Expect actionable insights on overcoming failure, fostering innovation, and navigating growth in today’s competitive market.

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In this episode of Entrepreneur Conversations, James Martin sits down with Neil Sweeney, the security-sector entrepreneur who scaled and sold his UK security firm, Sicuro, for approximately £4.5 million—and has since pivoted into school photography.

Neil co-founded and led Sicuro (UK) Ltd from 2012 until exiting in March 2021, growing it into a leader in construction-site and vacant-property security. In February 2024 he became Mana...

In this episode of Entrepreneur Conversations, James Martin sits down with logistics innovator Paul Jefford, who built his delivery business Dispatch Bros on the foundation of his long-established music retail company, Strings Direct.

Paul has led Strings Direct Limited since 2006, growing it into a trusted micro-business based in Rochford, Essex, known for its exceptional customer service and guitar-string expertise. In April 2023,...

In this episode of Entrepreneur Conversations, James Martin sits down with branding expert Sara Kelly, whose career has spanned work with iconic global names like Coca-Cola and Pepsi. But it was a personal health crisis - her battle with cancer - that truly reshaped her perspective on business, branding, and the kind of clients she chooses to work with today. Sara shares how her definition of success has evolved, why authenticity n...

In this episode of Entrepreneur Conversations, James Martin chats with Dan Wylie, a seasoned entrepreneur with a rich background in the care sector. Dan shares the powerful story of how selling his care business became a transformative experience - not because of the money, but because of the deeper journey it set in motion to discover his true purpose. Since then, Dan has gone on to build and grow businesses across a range of sect...

In this episode of Entrepreneur Conversation, Dyslexic James engages with John Holiday, a seasoned accountant who has collaborated with a diverse range of business ventures. Together, they explore the intricate dynamics between traditional accounting practices and the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship. John sheds light on the challenges accountants face in adapting to the rapid evolution of modern business models and the entrepr...

In this episode of Entrepreneur Conversation, Dyslexic James sits down with James Burtt, a seasoned business owner and podcasting expert who’s built a career helping others find their voice and amplify their message.

Together, they dive into the ups and downs of James Burtt’s entrepreneurial journey - from early struggles to working with high-profile names like James Sinclair and Ted Baker. With a deep understanding of the podcastin...

In this episode of Entrepreneur Conversation, Dyslexic James sits down with George McLennan, a driven small business owner looking to grow his local grass cutting business. Together, they explore what it really takes to scale from a one-man operation to a national company.

Drawing from his own experience building a nationwide service business, James shares the hard-won lessons, systems, and mindset shifts that helped him grow beyond...

In this episode of Entrepreneur Conversation, James talks with fellow entrepreneur James Green, whose journey into business has been anything but ordinary. From performing as a magician to launching a publishing company that ultimately failed, James faced setbacks that forced him to take on night shifts driving a fish truck just to stay afloat.

But his story doesn’t end there. Through resilience and a sharp eye for opportunity, Jame...

In this episode of Entrepreneur Conversation, James sits down with Matt Kerry, an inspiring entrepreneur who made a bold career shift from musician to glamping site owner. Based at the scenic Rutland Water, Matt now runs a successful business offering luxury outdoor stays in one of the UK’s most picturesque spots.

Matt shares how he transitioned into the glamping industry, what it took to get his business off the ground, and why thi...

In this episode of Entrepreneur Conversation, James chats with Josh Dow, a passionate entrepreneur who has built a successful gardening and shed business from scratch. As one of James’ mentees, Josh shares his entrepreneurial journey—how he started, the challenges he's faced, and how he’s embraced new technology to transform and grow his business.

Now, with James’ coaching, Josh is preparing to take a bold step forward: acquirin...

In this very first episode, host James Martin—better known as Dyslexic James—introduces himself and shares the journey that brought him to launching Entrepreneur Conversation. From starting businesses as a dyslexic entrepreneur to navigating the highs and lows of running his own ventures, James opens up about his personal story, his passion for entrepreneurship, and why this podcast means so much to him.

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