Four ambitious teens share their entrepreneurial journeys. A 15-year-old's invention has already raked in over £100K! Others discuss the balance of education and practical experience, advocating for real-world learning. Emotional stories of personal loss showcase the healing power of creativity and community support. Plus, innovative marketing strategies emerge with a focus on modesty and authenticity. These young entrepreneurs challenge the status quo, proving dreams can flourish at any age!
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volunteer_activism ADVICE
Lead With A Simple, Provocative Hook
Create a clear hook to attract attention, e.g., "Get fit for free."
Test hooks in short videos and on the street to validate audience interest quickly.
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Take A Low-Risk Gap Year To Build Skills
Pitch your parents for a gap year to focus on a startup while your costs and expectations are low.
Use the year to learn sales, marketing and real-world skills that education often charges for.
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Writing Through Grief On Instagram
Francesca (Frankie) lost her son stillborn and used Instagram to write about her grief as an outlet.
She had limited followers but found writing cathartic and potentially helpful to others in similar pain.
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In this episode, Simon Squibb speaks with four young dreamers who are already challenging the system:
George Pemberton (16) — wants to launch a hybrid athlete coaching business with his brother. We design a hook (“Get fit for free”) and debate whether he should pursue A-Levels or take a gap year to go all-in. (@nobs.club • @exalt_ekene)
Francesca O’Sullivan — shares her raw story of losing her son and feeling lost after redundancy. In a 2-minute challenge, we explore how pain can become purpose, and how her writing could grow into a community. (@frankiesaturn)
Harrison Nott (15) — already turned over £100K with his invention CoolTowel™. We unpack how to balance scaling a product business with building a personal brand that inspires millions. (@harrisonnott)
Pijus Pranckus (18) — building a “Siri for business” to transform how companies train staff. We drill into clarity, focus, and how to pitch without losing people in the detail. (@jpcustomsie)
Julia Hammond (18) — launching Haya, a modest fashion brand redefining style and accessibility. We map out low-cost launch strategies, from TikTok to “modest marketing” campaigns. (@hayacollectionca)
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