CamBro Conversations

Today, the guest is me and it’s time for a solo episode. In this solo special, I open up about the leap I’ve taken into going all in on sales coaching and podcasting. It didn’t happen the way I planned and that’s the point. When the security you thought you had disappears overnight, what matters most is how you respond.Expect to learn:Why I decided to make sales coaching my full-time focus.The emotional rollercoaster of redundancy and how this time was different to 2019Key business lessons from watching an industry collapse from the inside.Why “profit beats revenue” and the trap of vanity projects.How to prepare yourself mentally, physically, and financially for curveballs.What “identity capital” means and how to build it.Why I believe sales coaching is the most optimal entrepreneurial vehicle for me.How mentors, clients, and community helped me navigate the transition.How I selected who I chose to tell, when and howThe long-term vision for CamBro Conversations and my coaching business.This episode takes you from my start in the furniture sales industry in 2021, through the curve ball of redundancy in 2025, to the decision to go all in.I share candid reflections on fear, excitement, and freedom, as well as practical strategies that kept me grounded: protecting sleep, fuelling my body, journaling, and sticking with small daily habits that compound over time.You’ll hear the business lessons too from the dangers of chasing vanity revenue, to the importance of saying no, to why resilience and strategy matter more than ever when the unexpected happens.The closing message is simple: sometimes you don’t get to choose the timing, but you can always choose how you respond. You are in the business of you — and the more you take ownership, the more opportunities open up.For more indepth on my 2019 redundancy experience, check out episode 15.Thanks for all your support, please do share this episode with a friend who would enjoy it too.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List - https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cJoin patreon - patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Myles Usher-DoyleMyles is a leading vocal coach and public speaking consultant who helps clients master communication, presence, and performance.With a background in musical theatre and years of experience coaching entrepreneurs, executives, and creatives, he’s developed a unique perspective on how to truly connect with an audience.In this episode, we explore the foundations of confident communication and the habits that separate great speakers from average ones.Expect to learn:The #1 skill you need to become an excellent communicatorHow to practice presence and “own the room” when speakingWhy posture and hand gestures matter more than you thinkThe weekly preparation routines that set you up for a successful presentationHow poetry can sharpen your speaking skillsThe most common mistakes people make when presenting (and how to avoid them)Why being yourself and understanding your why will unlock your best presenting skillsThis conversation will help you sharpen your voice, improve your presence, and make more impact in any setting. Whether that’s in the boardroom, on stage, or in everyday conversations.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – ⁠https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V⁠ Today’s podcast is supported by Bands For Brothers. Join the movement & get your band and/or t-shirt here - https://www.instagram.com/bandsforbrothers/Connect with Myles:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakwellcoaching/Website: https://www.speak-well.co.ukLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/myles-usher-doyle-99318629Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is the return of Andrew Craig to CamBro Conversations for his 4th appearance on the podcast.Andrew is an investor, author, and commentator who has spent years helping people better understand finance, economics, and wealth creation. In this episode, we unpack the state of the UK economy, the policy failures of recent governments, and the choices that will determine our financial future.Expect to learn:Why UK citizens are no wealthier than they were 30 years ago while countries like Ireland, Australia, and Singapore have surged aheadWhether Brexit was a missed opportunity to become the “European Singapore”The impact of legal mass migration, with 4.5 million arrivals between 2021–24Why the UK’s obsession with Net Zero is economically damagingWhy Starmer’s choice of advisors is so worrying for aspirational UK citizensWhy Gary Stevenson is so wrong about the UK and policyWhether Liz Truss’s economic plan was a feasible path out of the messWhy Andrew believes we urgently need a small, economically literate, fiscally responsible government option at the ballot boxFor more from Andrew and I, check out episode 42, 200 and 271.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – ⁠https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V⁠ Shop Notox Skincare using COL15 here - https://www.notoxskincare.co/ Connect with Andrew:Website: https://www.plainenglishfinance.co.uk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PlainEnglishFinance LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewcraigpef/ Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Younes Sadaghiani.Younes studied politics at university having left Iran during the 2000s as it degenerated under the Islamic Republic. He has become a prominent voice online for his commentary on Iran, Islam, and UK politics. In this episode we unpack his personal journey, the realities of life under the Islamic Republic, and the broader challenges facing both the Middle East and the West.Expect to learn:Why Younes chose to put his head above the parapet online and speak out on big issuesThe history of the Islamic Republic in Iran and what life looks like for the 60% of Iranians who aren’t MuslimThe challenges of Radical and Fundamentalist Islam, and how that shapes geopoliticsWhat Younes believes the political left misunderstands about IslamWhy a country so rich in natural resources still leaves its citizens without basic utilitiesHow Iran’s financial support of Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis fuels instability in the Middle EastThe hard realities about Israel versus Hamas that often get lost in debateYounes’ biggest mindset shifts in the last five years, and his evolving relationship with faith and spiritualityWhat he learned helping craft the Reform Party’s communication strategy during the 2024 UK electionThe significance of 40,000 names on the UK’s terror watch list, and what politicians should do to secure the country’s futureWhy he believes this conversation is just the beginning, with a follow-up episode needed on spirituality, wellness, and the future of the UKThis episode is a deep dive into a topic many have been scared to address. Younes brings articulate insights and I know you’re going to learn a lot during this 55 minute episode.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – ⁠https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V⁠ Connect with Younes:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/younessrocksYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@YounessrocksTwitter/X: https://x.com/younesrocksConnect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Adam Ashe.Adam is the founder of Notox Skincare, a former pro rugby player for Glasgow Warriors and a Scotland International, the Co founder of Puresport, Investor and Consultant. In this episode, we go deep on Adam’s journey into the world of skincare and ecomm, the mindset work behind reinventing identity, and the lessons he’s learned building businesses from scratch.We cover:Why Adam started looking at skincare and the origins of NotoxBiohacking changes, health routines and weight loss since retiring from rugbyThe power of ads and visibility when scaling a consumer brandThe challenges and opportunities of building an e-commerce business in ScotlandWorking with Rob Begg and shifting subconscious identity from “safe” to growthWhy old thinking won’t take you to new placesThe rise of ancestral health habits and what trends Adam sees nextWhat success looks like for Adam by the time he turns 40This one is packed with lessons on performance, business and identity from someone who has lived multiple lives already.Today’s podcast is supported by Bands For Brothers. Join the movement & get your band and/or t-shirt here - https://www.instagram.com/bandsforbrothers/Connect with Adam:Notox Skincare: https://notoxskincare.com/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/adam-ashe-8a365612b/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adam_asheConnect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://mailchi.mp/548e38ba5942/colincambroPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Grant Flynn.Grant is the co-founder of Social Fit World, winner of SAS: Who Dares Wins Season 8 in 2023, and previously a competitor on BBC’s Ultimate Hell Week. Away from TV, he’s also known as the “Ninja Binman” and has built a reputation for resilience, energy, and pushing himself into the toughest environments.In this conversation, we dive into Grant’s unconventional journey from training as a professional dancer to spending nearly a decade running hotel activity camps in Greece, to later becoming a binman and testing himself in some of the most brutal challenges on TV.Expect to learn:What shaped Grant’s resilience and mental toughnessThe rock-bottom moment that led to a breakdown and how he rebuilt from itHis adult ADHD diagnosis at 35 and how it changed his outlookLessons from his year of sobriety and relationship with alcoholBehind the scenes of SAS: Who Dares Wins including lowest moments, leadership lessons, the importance of teamwork, and surviving interrogationWhy he embraces suffering and hard exercise as a choiceThis is a raw and inspiring discussion on resilience, mental health, and the pursuit of growth and exploration.Today’s episode is optimised by Puresport. You can save 10% using code CAMBRO10 – ⁠https://bit.ly/3RmVT0V⁠ Connect with Grant:Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/socialfitworld/Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://mailchi.mp/548e38ba5942/colincambroPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Jorge Perez, author and publicist behind The Shut the F*ck Up Method, shares his transformative journey after losing both parents to cancer. He bridges science and spirituality, offering insights into his 10 commandments for living intentionally. Jorge discusses the importance of intentional sharing over 'trauma dumping' and emphasizes how to detach from drama to foster abundance. He highlights effective communication and the power of mindfulness, urging listeners to embrace their narrative while acknowledging life's finite nature.

Today’s guest is Jordan Grant, founder of Glasgow Garden Maintenance and Scotland’s Best Landscaping Company 2024. From making a promise to his Nanny to run one of Scotland’s biggest landscaping businesses, to buying a Porsche at 21 and then starting over in a Corsa, Jordan’s story is one of resilience, ambition, and building back better.In this conversation, we explore Jordan’s journey and he shares many deep lessons about accountability, leadership, responsibility, and rising above the limits of his environment.Expect to learn:The promise that sparked his entrepreneurial driveStarting Glasgow Garden Maintenance as a teenagerLessons from MMA and anger managementLosing a business partner just before the COVID lockdownBuying (and losing) the Porsche at 21How the business evolved from grass-cutting to tree surgery and storm responseManaging older staff as a young leaderSales lessons, "afters", and taking the team on the journeyProperty investing insightsMentorship, Mark Reed quotes, and personal growthThe power of his relationship and staying groundedRising above the Glasgow mindsetWhat success looks like over the next five yearsThis is a refreshingly honest, motivating, and practical look at what it takes to scale a business with character, care, and courage.Shop Notox with COL15 to save www.notoxskincare.co Join the wait list for Sales Masterclass & email colin@colcambro.comConnect with JordanInsta– Business: https://www.instagram.com/glasgowgardenmaintenance/ Insta– Personal: https://www.instagram.com/jordangrant25/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-grant-4a8b651b9/Connect with ColInsta: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Join the Email List: https://mailchi.mp/548e38ba5942/colincambroSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Today’s conversation is with Ed Latimore. A heavyweight boxer, physics graduate, author, and returning guest to the podcast.Ed is not your typical fighter. After an 8½-year break from the ring, he returned at the age of 40 to secure a first-round TKO. But the time away wasn’t idle. He earned a degree in physics, taught calculus, got sober, lived in Portugal, coached boxing, and started a family.His latest book Hard Lessons from the Hurt Business, is a brutally honest reflection on the tough lessons life and boxing have taught him. In this conversation, Ed shares why a difficult childhood gave him the mindset to endure, how men can build identity without toxic status games, and what he’s learning now as a father.This is a raw, reflective, and powerful conversation about masculinity, hardship, and redemption.Expect to learn:Why Ed believes pain builds perspective and emotional resilienceThe hardest lessons from boxing and how they shaped himHow Stoicism helped him avoid becoming a victim of his environmentWhy modern masculinity needs to mature and what’s wrong with red pill cultureHow fatherhood has changed Ed’s outlook on legacy and loveWhy you don’t need to suffer like Ed to learn what he didShop Notox with COL15 to save www.notoxskincare.co Connect with Ed:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edlatimore/Book: https://www.amazon.com/Hard-Lessons-Hurt-Business-Boxing/dp/0593716361/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.mlwsBwXsy3GkzwXk811Mr6S0gBvY6Jy5RokXtZe7D5f3yUcPtOm0erGOzsq2cZ2uuyX4w8ovJg7m8gWlKHoY21WAm3CV6JEbLxiYmOdWKDU46RtvLQca1uIYczQQuX40.sBk0BIi7Fx8UAJz2cTiiRRSQ9DYkQcJzom5Fxi79Vlc&dib_tag=se&keywords=hard+lessons+from+the+hurt+business&qid=1754041506&sr=8-1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@edlatimore1Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://mailchi.mp/548e38ba5942/colincambroPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Lewis Ellis, founder of Hussel and recognized from The Apprentice, shares his journey from holiday rep to the mastermind behind the UK's boldest marketing agency. He discusses the transformative impact of travel and entrepreneurship on his perspective of success. Lewis reveals the chaos of launching a marketing venture during the pandemic, embracing disruptive strategies that resonate with audiences. The conversation dives into authenticity in branding, the power of personal narratives, and the evolving nature of success in a digital landscape.