re:WORKING with Tim Campbell

oday, Tim is joined by technology journalist and presenter Georgie Barrat, best known for her seven years on The Gadget Show.

AI is changing the way we work. But between the headlines about jobs disappearing and the pressure to keep up with every new tool, it's easy to feel overwhelmed, left behind or worried about what comes next.

Georgie believes we've been thinking about AI all wrong.

Rather than seeing it as a threat, what if we learned to use it as our own personal team of assistants, taking care of the repetitive tasks, helping us think bigger and giving us more time to do the work that really matters?

Georgie breaks down how to get started with AI, how to make it genuinely useful in your working life and why your experience, judgement and creativity could become even more valuable as the technology advances. She also shares how she used AI as a career coach when returning to work, and explains how you can build your own to help you move forward.

Tim and Georgie discuss:
- Why we've been asking the wrong questions about AI
- How to use AI to save time and get rid of boring work
- Why you should talk to AI instead of typing
- How to build your own AI assistant and career coach
- How to get better results without mastering the perfect prompt
- Whether AI really is coming for your job
- Why your experience and human judgement still matter
- The dangers of outsourcing your thinking to AI
- How to use AI without losing your creativity or originality

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What does success really come down to?

How do you know when it's time to step aside and let someone else take the lead?

And what should you do when someone tells you you're not right for the job?

Today, Tim answers three more questions sent in by you, sharing lessons from his own career about creating value, learning from difficult feedback and recognising when the advice you're given isn't the advice you need.

In this episode you’ll learn:

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Why being good at your job isn't enough if you don't create value

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How to recognise when stepping aside is the best thing you can do

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Why the right response to rejection might be to look for another opportunity, not give up

Have a question for Tim? Email reworking@bauermedia.co.uk and it could feature in a future bonus episode.

Ashley Walters is one of the best examples of someone who’s consistently got stuck, and unstuck.

He pivoted from being an MC, to an actor, and is now about to release his debut feature length film as a director.

But along the way he’s faced struggles; going to prison, battling with alcoholism, and overcoming anxiety and self doubt.

Tim and Ashley discuss how he made the jump from one career to the other, what he did to avoid getting stuck, and what you can do to turn your setbacks into successes.

They also discuss:

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Finding the positives in tough situations

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Ashley’s journey battling addiction

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What he learned from his early career god complex

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The advice he got from Daniel Kaluuya

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His pivot to becoming a director

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Ashley’s relationship with Stephen Graham

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Why he makes his mistakes visible

Credits:

Podcast Content Producer - Jon Weeks

AV Technical Manager - Ayo Ige

AV Technical Manager - Tom Shaw

Social Lead - Yasmin Coonjah

Senior Social Producer - Laura Laughlan

Social Producer - Demi Brockway

Talent Booker - Jo Sheinman

Designers - Ben Watkins & Krisna Cumandrai

Production Coordinator - Poppy Thompson

Production Manager - Sarah Nicholls

Mix Engineer - John Scott

Executive Producer - Finn Ryan

Head of Production - Cat Moran

Chief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave

What does success actually look like? Is it being brilliant at what you do, or making a difference that people genuinely notice?

How do you know when it’s your moment to lead, and when it’s time to pass the baton?

And what happens when someone tells you, “Sorry, you’re not the right fit”? Do you accept it, or find a different door to knock on?

In this bonus episode, Tim dives into three questions from you! Drawing on stories from his own career, he unpacks what it really means to create value, how to handle feedback that stings, and why sometimes the best advice is the advice you choose not to take.

In this episode, you'll discover:

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Why being great at your job isn’t enough if you’re not creating real value

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How to spot when stepping aside is the smartest move you can make

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Why rejection can be a sign to look elsewhere, not a reason to give up

Got a question for Tim?
Drop an email to reworking@bauermedia.co.uk and your question could feature in a future bonus episode.

This episode is all about preparing yourself for making a move in your career: leaving your job, making a leap, or changing paths to do something different.

Tim meets Elfried Samba, Gymshark’s Former Head of Social who took the business from 1.5 million followers, to 20 million followers, then left.

They discuss how to know when it’s time to move on in your career, and how to understand your purpose.

Maybe you’re thinking about quitting your job, changing career, moving internally or starting your own thing.

Elfried will help you understand what’s right for you, and how to get there.

Tim and Elf discuss:
- The true story behind his Gymshark journey and exit
- Elf’s mouse motivation analogy
- How to identify your purpose
- The ‘be kind, not nice’ method
- Dealing with failure and embarrassment
- Elf’s Linkedin tactics

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Starting a business doesn’t have to mean quitting your job and betting everything on one idea.

In this bonus episode of re:WORKING, in partnership with Tesco Mobile, Tim sits down with Shashi and Sanjay, the mother and son behind Spice Kitchen.

After 38 years running a shop with her husband, Shashi was bored in retirement. On Christmas Day she asked the family what she could do as a hobby, Sanjay suggested selling the spice tins her mum made in India online, they made their first sale on Boxing Day. Today Spice Kitchen is stocked in Selfridges, Whole Foods and Lakeland, and Shashi and Sanjay have been on Dragons’ Den and with the Hairy Bikers.

In this episode Tim, Shashi and Sanjay discuss:
- Why it’s never too late to start something new, Shashi is 75 and still learning
- Why starting small and testing an idea before investing too much protects you
- How to know when it’s time to leave your day job and go all in
- Saying yes to opportunities that push you out of your comfort zone
- What makes a family business work, and why keeping to your own roles matters
- If you’ve got an idea you can’t shake but you’re not sure when to take the leap, this episode will help you start on your own terms.

If you’re getting started on your business journey, Tesco Mobile offers flexible business deals, that are up to 40% cheaper than the big mobile networks, a welcome bonus, free access to the Help Hub and a quick sign-up. Find out more at http://TescoMobile.co.uk or in store.

Today, Tim is joined by one of the world's most influential psychologists, Angela Duckworth.
Angela became famous for her groundbreaking work on grit — the idea that passion and perseverance matter more than talent when it comes to long-term success.

But after years studying high achievers, she's come to a surprising conclusion:

What if the problem isn't you? What if it's your situation?

In this conversation, Angela explains why so many ambitious people get stuck trying harder when what they really need is a different environment, different relationships, or a different way of thinking. From burnout and motivation to failure, confidence and career transitions, she shares the research that changed her own mind about achievement.

Tim and Angela discuss:
- Why trying harder isn't always the answer
- How your environment shapes your success
- Why failure feels so personal — and how to recover from it
- Why mentors matter more than most people realise
- The loneliness epidemic and what it's doing to us
- Why confidence doesn't automatically transfer into new situations
- How to design situations that make success easier

What should you do when a difficult conversation feels impossible?

How do you support a colleague who might be burning out?

And how do you earn respect when you're still early in your career?

In this bonus episode, Tim answers three questions sent in by the re:WORKING listeners, sharing practical advice on navigating some of the trickiest situations we face at work.

In this episode you’ll learn:

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Why negotiation isn't the same as conflict

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The subtle signs someone may be struggling with burnout

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How to build authority and influence before you have seniority

Have a question for Tim? Email reworking@bauermedia.co.uk and it could feature in a future bonus episode.

This episode is all about how you can get ahead. By learning to play, and win the games that we all know are there, but nobody talks about.

Tim meets Will Storr - an award-winning British author, investigative journalist, and narrative researcher, who’s an expert in two key things: Status and Storytelling.

They discuss the ways we can recognise and leverage status to get where we want at work, and even beyond that in our personal and everyday lives.

Maybe you’ve not thought about either in your career - but Will’s here to explain why they make up the fundamentals of how we interact with everyone around us.

Tim and Will discuss:

- The role of status at work

- The importance of adding value

- How leaders share status for the benefit of a company

- Why Will disagrees with ‘bringing your whole self’ to work

- How to use storytelling to increase your value and enjoyment at work

- The problem with victim mentality

- Why anyone going through a struggle is a hero

Most people know what they should be doing to get ahead at work.

Actually doing it is the hard part.

In this bonus episode, Tim Campbell puts himself through The Payoff, the five questions he normally asks his guests about the habits, failures and lessons that have shaped their careers.

They are…

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STEAL THIS HABIT - One Habit that has been a game changer…

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Productivity Hack - How do they get things done?

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The Not-To-Do List? Something they’ve dropped that they used to do?

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Greatest Failure and What You Learned From It?

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One Piece of Advice They Wish They’d had?

Have a question for Tim? Email reworking@bauermedia.co.uk and it could feature in a future bonus episode.

Welcome back to a brand new season of re:WORKING

Today, Tim is joined by one of the UK's most recognisable and successful media personalities, Rochelle Humes.

From topping the charts with The Saturdays to becoming a television presenter, author, entrepreneur and founder, Rochelle has built a career that spans multiple industries. Millions of people know her from their TV screens, but behind the scenes she's spent years learning how to back herself, take risks and build businesses from the ground up.

Tim speaks to Rochelle about why so many people wait until they feel "ready" before making a move.

From her first jobs as a teenager to launching My Little Coco and her latest skincare brand, Rochelle shares the lessons she's learned from navigating fame, business and the pressure that comes with constantly stepping into something new.

Tim and Rochelle discuss:
- Why you don't need to feel confident before taking action
- The myth of being "ready" for the next opportunity
- Going from pop star to entrepreneur
- Why you shouldn't quit your job to start a business
- How to identify the things you're naturally good at
- The mistakes that taught Rochelle the most about business
- Why success can feel lonely

Credits:
Podcast Content Producer - Connor Gani
AV Technical Manager - Ayo Ige
AV Technical Manager - Tom Shaw
Camera Operator - Alex Thompson
Social Lead - Yasmin Coonjah
Senior Social Producer - Laura Laughlan
Social Producer - Demi Brockway
Talent Booker - Jo Sheinman
Designers - Ben Watkins & Krisna Cumandrai
Production Assistant - Emily Spungin
Production Coordinator - Poppy Thompson
Production Manager - Sarah Nicholls
Mix Engineer - John Scott
Trailer Editor - Phill Deacon
Episode Executive Producer - Laurence Bassett
Executive Producer - Finn Ryan
Head of Production - Cat Moran
Chief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave

What can a billion pound businessman teach you about getting ahead at work?

Richard Harpin is a British entrepreneur, investor and author.

He founded HomeServe in 1993, served as chief executive until 2023, then sold the company for £4.1 Billion.

Tim and Richard discuss:

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How he felt after the £4.1 billion sale of Homeserve

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The career advice Richard wishes he'd known 30 years ago

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Richard’s mission to build more billion-pound businesses

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How he survived after nearly running out of cash TWICE

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What his success cost him and his family

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The five characteristics everyone needs to succeed as an entrepreneur

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Why failure doesn’t mean it’s time to give up

Credits:

Podcast Content Producer - Jon Weeks

AV Technical Manager - Ayo Ige
AV Technical Manager - Tom Shaw

Social Media Agency - Your Social Currency
Social Lead - Yasmin Coonjah
Social Producer - Adeola Oladeji

Talent Booker - Jo Sheinman

Designer - Ben Watkins

Production Assistant - Emily Spungin

Production Manager - Sarah Nicholls

Executive Producer - Finn Ryan

Head of Production - Cat Moran

Chief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave

Ever feel like you're falling behind while everyone else seems to have life figured out? Most people aren't stuck because they lack ability. They're stuck because they're comparing themselves to everyone else.

This week, Tim tackles three of the biggest questions people face about work, money and starting over.

Should you change careers after spending years in the same job? Why is it so hard to save money, even when you're trying? And what do you do when you're 35 and feel like you've missed your chance?

Drawing on decades of business and leadership experience, Tim's got the practical advice to help you make confident decisions without comparing yourself to everyone else.

In this episode you'll learn:

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How to change careers without starting from scratch

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Why transferable skills matter more than qualifications

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The simple budgeting trick that actually works

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How to stop living paycheck to paycheck

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Why comparing yourself to others is holding you back

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Is it ever too late to reinvent yourself?

Have a question for Tim?

Email reworking@bauermedia.co.uk and it could feature in a future bonus episode.

The career ladder is broken. How do you future-proof yourself?

AI is disrupting the workplace; offering businesses and professionals efficiency gains, and putting jobs at risk.

In this episode Tim speaks with Jimmy McLoughlin, a former Special Advisor to then-UK Prime Minister Theresa May on business.

In 2020 he launched his podcast Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, and has spent the last six years talking with business experts from the Governor of the Bank of England to founders half his age.

Tim and Jimmy discuss:

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Jobs in 2026 and the ‘broken’ career ladder

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Which careers could be replaced by AI

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How 35-45 year olds are in the ‘sweet spot’ for learning AI skills

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Why human-to-human skills will be important in the future

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The ‘radical’ change required to sort UK unemployment

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Why the education system needs a bigger focus on entrepreneurialism

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What business leaders have told Jimmy about the future of work and AI

Credits:

Podcast Content Producer - Jon Weeks

AV Technical Manager - Ayo Ige
AV Technical Manager - Tom Shaw

Social Media Agency - Your Social Currency
Social Lead - Yasmin Coonjah
Social Producer - Adeola Oladeji

Talent Booker - Jo Sheinman

Designer - Ben Watkins

Production Assistant - Emily Spungin

Production Manager - Sarah Nicholls

Executive Producer - Finn Ryan

Head of Production - Cat Moran

Chief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave

Most people think the goal is work-life balance.

Tim disagrees.

He believes the happiest people aren't balancing work and life. They're building a life where work has purpose.

In this episode, Tim shares why he still works weekends, how he protects himself from burnout, and why fulfilment matters more than the number of hours you spend at your desk.

In this episode you'll hear:

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Why Tim doesn't believe in traditional work-life balance

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The difference between burnout and hard work

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How to know if your job is actually making you unhappy

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Why "work-life blend" could change your career

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The biggest mistake people make when chasing success

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Practical ways to create healthier boundaries at work

Have a question for Tim? Email reworking@bauermedia.co.uk and it could feature in a future bonus episode.

How do you build a winning culture at work?

Succeeding as a team can often be overlooked within workplaces, but there’s one sector where teamwork is paramount for achieving success: Formula One.

In this episode Tim talks with Calum Nicholas, a former Senior Engine Technician at Red Bull Racing.

In 2025, he left the pits to become an ambassador for Red Bull, and launched his book about his career - Life In The Pitlane.

Tim and Calum discuss:

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How hard work and networking can lead to success in your career

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The winning culture at Red Bull that lead to consecutive F1 trophies

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How anyone can implement Red Bull’s winning formula

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What makes Max Verstappen one of the best F1 drivers

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Calum’s mission for more diversity in Formula One

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The performance benefits of working in a neurodiverse team

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Why you should focus on being an asset in your team

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The moment Calum decided to leave the Red Bull pit crew

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Why your background doesn’t have to determine your future

If you’re feeling stuck in your career or lacking the motivation to get where you want, this episode will give you the inspiration and impetus to go after your goals.

Credits:

Podcast Content Producer - Jon Weeks

AV Technical Manager - Ayo Ige
AV Technical Manager - Tom Shaw

Social Media Agency - Your Social Currency
Social Lead - Yasmin Coonjah
Social Producer - Adeola Oladeji

Talent Booker - Jo Sheinman

Designer - Ben Watkins

Production Assistant - Emily Spungin

Production Manager - Sarah Nicholls

Executive Producer - Finn Ryan

Head of Production - Cat Moran

Chief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave

AI is changing the workplace faster than almost anything we've seen before, but are you actually using it to your advantage?

Tim answers your questions on AI, and shares exactly how he uses it every day to save time, organise his workload and make better decisions. Rather than chasing every new AI tool, Tim explains why the smartest approach is to solve one problem at a time.

You'll also hear how he built an AI system to manage over 83,000 emails, why AI should support your thinking rather than replace it, and the productivity habits that keep him focused.

You'll learn:

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Why you shouldn't try to "learn AI"

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The easiest way to start using ChatGPT and other AI tools

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How Tim uses AI meeting assistants

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Why curiosity will matter more than ever at work

Have a question for Tim? Email reworking@bauermedia.co.uk and it could feature in a future episode.

How do you stop self-doubt from affecting your career?

Whether it’s going for a job interview, pitching for a payrise, or your first day in a new role,

feeling like you’re not good enough can affect anyone.

In this episode, Tim speaks with Sara Davies - a businesswoman and entrepreneur who’s best known as a former Dragon on Dragon’s Den.

From launching her first business Crafter’s Companion while still at university, to sitting on one of the biggest stages on TV - she’s someone who’s experienced imposter syndrome in many business situations.

Tim and Sara discuss:

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How to overcome your imposter syndrome at work

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The power of mindset and taking control of your career

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Why empathy always beats entitlement

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The REAL value of university

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The secret to a winning pitch

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How AI is ‘the great leveller’ at work

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Why we need to teach entrepreneurialism in schools

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The power of the ‘unspoken negative’ in all situations

If you’re struggling with imposter syndrome in your career, this episode will empower you to overcome the feeling of not being good enough, and encourage you to take control of work on your terms.

Credits:
Podcast Content Producer - Jon Weeks

AV Technical Manager - Ayo Ige
AV Technical Manager - Tom Shaw

Social Media Agency - Your Social Currency
Social Lead - Yasmin Coonjah
Social Producer - Adeola Oladeji

Talent Booker - Jo Sheinman

Designer - Ben Watkins

Production Assistant - Emily Spungin

Production Manager - Sarah Nicholls

Executive Producer - Finn Ryan

Head of Production - Cat Moran

Chief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave

Tim answers your questions on three of the biggest challenges people face at work and in life.

What do you do when a bad manager is making you dread a job you actually enjoy? Should you stretch yourself to buy a bigger home, or prioritise financial security? And is a four-day week really the key to a better work-life balance, or could it end up costing more than you think?

Drawing on his own experiences and lessons from some of the incredible people he's met throughout his career, Tim shares practical advice on navigating difficult bosses, making smarter financial decisions, and building a career that works for the life you want.

In this episode:

How to deal with a bad manager without walking away too soon

The mortgage mistake that could leave you financially trapped

Whether a four-day week is worth the trade-off

Have a question for Tim? Email reworking@bauermedia.co.uk and it could feature in a future bonus episode.

How can changing your mindset change your life?

In this episode Tim talks to Timo Armoo - someone who was never supposed to be a millionaire.

Timo was born onto a council estate in London but by the age of 30 he had sold his business for 8 figures.

He now advises billionaires on how to exit effectively and is a Sunday Times number one bestseller.

In this episode Tim and Timo discuss:

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How he felt after he’d earned his first £1 Million

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Why we need to create our purpose in work and life

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How to find passion in what we do

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The need to become your own cheerleader

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How mindset shifts and changing your environment can transform your fortunes

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Why parents should encourage their kids to use AI

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How money made Timo a better person

If you’re looking for cheat codes to success, this episode will provide stories and examples of how to change your circumstances for the better.

Credits:

Podcast Content Producer - Jon Weeks

Camera Operator - Garry Brown

Senior Video Producer - Elena Cotton

Social Media Agency - Your Social Currency

Talent Booker - Jo Sheinman

Designer - Ben Watkins

Production Assistant - Emily Spungin

Production Manager - Sarah Nicholls

Executive Producer - Finn Ryan

Head of Production - Cat Moran

Chief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave