Lorna Bladen: How I Help Young People Start Their Own Businesses

In this episode, we sit down with Lorna Blaydon, the Chief Marketing Officer at Enterprise Nation, to explore how young people can access incredible opportunities and grow their own businesses. Lorna shares her unique journey—from university days discovering her passion for people and business psychology, to navigating internships, early career challenges, and eventually becoming CMO of a dynamic, fast-moving company.

Throughout the conversation, Lorna dives into the importance of building your network, using your connections strategically, and standing out when opportunities aren’t always advertised. She reflects on the lessons she’s learned over 15 years in marketing, the value of practical experience over purely academic knowledge, and why work-life balance is key to thriving creatively and professionally.

If you’re a student or young professional curious about entrepreneurship, marketing, or simply how to navigate your first steps in business, this episode is packed with actionable insights, relatable stories, and inspiration. Lorna also discusses how Enterprise Nation supports early-stage founders through innovative campaigns and partnerships with companies like Vodafone and TikTok Shop, giving young people a real platform to shine.

Tune in to hear how she turned challenges into opportunities, why being proactive can make all the difference, and how you too can take control of your career journey. Whether you’re interested in startups, marketing, or just love a good behind-the-scenes story, this episode will leave you motivated and ready to take the next step.

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Hosts: Becky Simms & Alice Pennington

Guest: Lorna Bladen

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lornabladen/

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