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Your Mind Your Business

Carina McLeod

24 episodes

1 week ago

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod, founder of eCommerce Nurse, sits down with Garry Staines, Managing Director of GSQ Brickwork, to dive into the raw and inspiring journey of building a multi-million-pound construction business while navigating mental health challenges, finding purpose beyond profit, and creating legacy through people. Chapters: [00:01:00] Introduction and Who is Garry Staines [00:05:30] Early Days: From DJ Dreams to Bricklaying [00:12:45] The Rec...

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In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod, founder of eCommerce Nurse, sits down with Garry Staines, Managing Director of GSQ Brickwork, to dive into the raw and inspiring journey of building a multi-million-pound construction business while navigating mental health challenges, finding purpose beyond profit, and creating legacy through people. Chapters: [00:01:00] Introduction and Who is Garry Staines [00:05:30] Early Days: From DJ Dreams to Bricklaying [00:12:45] The Rec...

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Entrepreneurship

Episodes (20/24)

Your Mind Your Business

Untitled EpisodeFrom Building Walls to Building People: Garry Staines on Purpose-Driven Growth and Grit

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod, founder of eCommerce Nurse, sits down with Garry Staines, Managing Director of GSQ Brickwork, to dive into the raw and inspiring journey of building a multi-million-pound construction business while navigating mental health challenges, finding purpose beyond profit, and creating legacy through people. Chapters: [00:01:00] Introduction and Who is Garry Staines [00:05:30] Early Days: From DJ Dreams to Bricklaying [00:12:45] The Rec...

4 weeks ago

48 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

Sally From Law to Cross Stitch: Sally Wilson on Turning Creativity into a Million-Pound Brand

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, Carina McLeod from eCommerce Nurse, sits down with Sally Wilson, founder and creative director of Caterpillar Crafts, to dive into the inspiring journey of leaving a legal career behind to build a million-pound crafts business from scratch. Chapters: [00:00:00] Introduction and Sally's Background [00:02:00] From Solicitor to Entrepreneur: The Turning Point [00:08:00] Finding the Right Business Model and Product [00:19:00] Taking the Leap: Firs...

1 month ago

53 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

From Side Hustles to Acquisitions | Andy Hooper on Scaling GEE Capital

Join us as we dive into the journey of building multiple businesses from humble side hustles to a powerful acquisition machine and what it truly takes to scale, lead and learn through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Chapters: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:03:45] From Financial Struggles to Side Hustles [00:10:20] Building Global E-Commerce Experts [00:18:00] Leadership Lessons and Mistakes [00:27:40] Acquisitions and Scaling GEE Capital [00:36:10] Mindset, C...

1 month ago

54 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

No Fear, No Ceiling: Neil Sweeney on Scaling Businesses & Finding Clarity After Exit

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod from eCommerce Nurse, sits down with Neil Sweeney, Managing Director of Carmel Jane Photography and EOS Implementer at EOS Worldwide, to uncover how fearless entrepreneurship and clear vision fuel long-term business success. Neil shares his journey from living in his in-law’s garage to building and selling a national company, and how he found new purpose through EOS and Carmel Jane Photography. Chapters: [00:00:00] Starting From...

2 months ago

45 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

From Diageo Sales to School of Facilitation | Kirsty Lewis on Self-Belief & Purpose

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod, founder of eCommerce Nurse, sits down with Kirsty Lewis, founder of School of Facilitation, to dive into the journey from corporate sales at Diageo to building a thriving facilitation business, exploring self-belief, purpose, and the psychology of entrepreneurship. Chapters: [00:00:50] Introduction to Kirsty Lewis [00:02:25] From Corporate Life to Entrepreneurship [00:05:56] Leaving the Diageo Duvet [00:14:02] Birth of School of...

3 months ago

47 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

From Sandwich Shop Struggles to Scaling ID Card Centre Nicola O’Brien’s Journey of Growth & Family Balance

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod founder of eCommerce Nurse, sits down with Nicola O'Brien, co-founder of ID Card Center, to dive into the reality of scaling from sandwich shop struggles to building a thriving family business while maintaining work-life balance. Chapters: [00:01:20] Introduction - Meeting Nicola O'Brien [00:02:15] From Event Management to Entrepreneurship [00:03:40] The Sandwich Shop Dream and Reality [00:09:29] Joining ID Card Center - The Two ...

3 months ago

47 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

From Survival to £3M Carmel Jane on Growth, Burnout & Scaling a Photography Business

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod from eCommerce Nurse, sits down with Carmel Jane, founder of Carmel Jane Photography and owner of two residential care homes, to dive into the raw journey from survival mode to scaling success, burnout recovery, and the unexpected pivot into children's care. Chapters: [00:00:13] Introduction and Meeting Carmel Jane [00:02:47] From Wedding Photography to Dance Schools - The Pivot [00:07:08] The Fire in Your Belly - Surv...

3 months ago

54 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

From Accountant to Entrepreneur: John Holliday’s Journey from Debt to a Thriving Accounting Firm

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod sits down with John Holliday, founder of Pocknells Accounting, to dive into the raw journey from debt-ridden business to a thriving 50-person accounting firm through strategic acquisitions and personal growth. Chapters: [00:45] Introduction to John Holliday and Pocknells Accounting [03:22] From reluctant accountant to accidental entrepreneur [06:02] The mentor who shaped everything - Colin's influence [08:42] The BNI breakthrough...

4 months ago

54 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

From Idea to Exit: How David Hurst Grew, Scaled & Sold a Business with Pure Determination

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod from e-Commerce Nurse sits down with David Hurst, former Essex High Sheriff and non-executive director of OnRec, to dive into the gritty reality of building, scaling, and successfully exiting a business through pure determination and strategic planning. Chapters [00:00:44] Introduction and David's Current Roles [00:02:50] Early Entrepreneurial Journey and Property Development [00:07:48] Transition from Corporate Sales to Business...

4 months ago

50 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

Scaling 5Physio from the Ground Up: Dan Nunn on Leadership, Purpose and Letting Go

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod sits down with Dan Nunn, co-founder of 5Physio, to dive into the raw reality of scaling a healthcare business from the ground up while maintaining work-life balance and developing exceptional leadership skills. Chapters: [00:40] Introduction to Dan and 5Physio [02:36] From NHS to Private Practice - The Early Journey [07:15] The Entrepreneurial Awakening and Self-Awareness [12:54] Building a Team and Learning to Let Go [17:22] The...

5 months ago

57 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

From Passion to Product: Jerry Lawson’s Unplanned, Resilience-Fueled Journey to Building Frog Bikes

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod sits down with Jerry Lawson, Chief Frog and co-founder of Frog Bikes, to dive into the unplanned, resilience-fueled journey from corporate life to building a £10 million children's bike manufacturing business that sells in 50+ countries. Chapters: [00:00:31] Introduction to Jerry Lawson and Frog Bikes [00:02:58] From Corporate to Entrepreneur - The Pivotal Moment [00:11:48] Reality Check - Unexpected Global Demand and Challenges [...

5 months ago

56 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

Pre Social Media: How Daniel Herman Built Bio-Synergy, a Sports Nutrition Brand from the Ground Up

Daniel Herman, founder of Bio-Synergy, shares how he built one of the UK’s pioneering sports nutrition brands long before social media, influencers, or digital hype. In this episode, hosted by Carina McLeod founder of eCommerce Nurse, Daniel opens up about growing Bio-Synergy from his parents’ house to supplying elite athletes, global sports teams, and major retailers, all while staying grounded and focused on product integrity. From losing 99% of his business overnight to never paying a cele...

6 months ago

53 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

Quitting Corporate, Starting Over: Carina McLeod on Building a Business in Costa Rica and Scaling Back in the UK

In this raw and honest episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod steps into the guest seat for the very first time, interviewed by Joanna Howes, leadership coach at Change Creators. Carina shares the untold story of walking away from a successful corporate career at Amazon, burning out, and making the life-altering decision to move to Costa Rica. What began as a bid for freedom quickly became a survival mission, juggling two businesses, a new identity, and motherhood in a foreign...

6 months ago

58 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

From the Marines to Essex Boot Camp: Glynn Roberts on Bringing Military Mindset to the Fitness World

In this raw and honest episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod sits down with Glynn Roberts, co-founder of Essex Boot Camp (EBC), former Royal Marine Commando, father of four, and advocate for mental health. Glynn shares the real story behind Essex Boot Camp—one of the UK’s original outdoor training brands—and how a military mindset became the foundation for building a fitness business that’s helped thousands shift their mental and physical health. We dive deep into: ✅ The mi...

7 months ago

57 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

From Dream to Reality: How Paul Phillips Built His Thriving Hair Salon | The Hustle Behind Success

In this episode host Carina McLeod interviews entrepreneur Paul Phillips, founder of Chopp, a thriving hair salon in Essex and haircare brand, about his incredible journey from starting at a young age to building a standout business in the competitive hair and beauty industry. Paul opens up about the real grit behind growing Chopp, navigating financial pressures, managing personal tragedy, and staying true to his vision through every challenge — including the impact of COVID, team leadership...

8 months ago

56 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

Thriving to Starting Over: Mike Linger on 25 Years of Business, Resilience & Mental Health

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod interviews entrepreneur Mike Linger, founder of Winger Sports Academy, Dodgeball London, and Essex Games, about his 25-year journey in the sports and fitness business. Mike opens up about the realities of running multiple businesses, the challenges of staying resilient during setbacks, and how he manages the emotional and mental toll of business ownership—especially through COVID and beyond. 🎧 Topics covered: ➡️ Starting a busi...

8 months ago

45 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

The Hard Truth About Building an Outdoor Fitness Business with James Sweeney | 20 Years of Grit & Growth

“It would have been easy to walk away… but we didn’t.” In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod sits down with James Sweeney, co-founder of Essex Boot Camp (EBC), to dive into the gritty reality of building a fitness business from the ground up. 💡 Topics Covered: ✅ The unseen struggles of starting a fitness business—early mornings, no-shows, and doubt ✅ How James and his co-founder Glynn Roberts built Essex Boot Camp into a well-respected outdoor fitness bran...

9 months ago

53 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

From School Side Hustles to Global Agency Founder: George Meressa’s Journey in Entrepreneurship

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod sits down with George Meressa, founder of Clear Ads, to dive deep into the real journey of entrepreneurship. From childhood side hustles to running a global digital advertising agency, George shares the highs, the gut-wrenching lows, and the moments that almost made him quit. He gets real about: ✔️ The struggles of scaling a business ✔️ Making tough decisions, including layoffs ✔️ The importance of having the right people around y...

10 months ago

52 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

From Premier League to Franchise Owner: Simon Cox’s Reinvention

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, host Carina McLeod sits down with Simon Cox—former international and Premier League footballer turned franchise owner, Hyrox coach, and athlete. After a 17-year career in professional football, Simon faced the challenge of redefining himself outside the sport. Now at the helm of F45 Southend-on-Sea, he’s navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, learning the ropes of business ownership, and building a thriving fitness community. Simon shar...

10 months ago

48 minutes

Your Mind Your Business

From Burnout to Breakthrough: The Realities of Entrepreneurship with Matt Anderson

In this episode of Your Mind Your Business, we sit down with Matt Anderson, former founder of Marketplace Amp, to uncover the untold stories behind building successful businesses. From navigating severe financial challenges to achieving a major business exit, Matt shares his 20+ years of experience in e-commerce and omnichannel marketing. 💡 Key Highlights: The Hustle Behind Success: Selling personal items to make payroll and overcoming tough times.Entrepreneurial Grit: Why resilience and adap...

11 months ago

46 minutes