Wake Up with Chris Donnelly

Eric Partaker, the world’s leading CEO coach, shares powerful insights on building resilience, achieving peak performance, and thriving in today’s fast-changing business environment. From his near-death experience that sparked a life-changing epiphany to his actionable strategies for becoming anti-fragile, Eric reveals how leaders can turn challenges into opportunities and create businesses that not only survive but thrive under pressure. Eric dives deep into game-changing concepts like the 80/20 principle to maximize impact, the Olympic athlete mindset for achieving magnetic goals, and his signature "3 Alarms" method to balance work and life while driving success. Whether it’s transitioning from founder to CEO, mastering delegation, or building a high-performing team, this episode is packed with practical advice for entrepreneurs and leaders ready to level up. If you’re looking to future-proof your business, lead with confidence, and unlock your full potential, this conversation is a must-watch. Eric’s proven strategies will inspire you to embrace uncertainty, develop an unshakable mindset, and create a roadmap for long-term success in both your personal and professional life. This video is sponsored by Perplexity - an AI search engine - that gives you fast, clear answers to any question. It can also help with synthesis and summarization, and I think of it as my personal assistant that's available to me 24/7.  So, if like me, you want to work smarter, not harder, Perplexity can help you save time and focus on what really matters. Virgin Media O2 customers can get a free year of Perplexity Pro—an absolute game-changer for productivity. Learn more at https://www.perplexity.ai/ and start scaling smarter today. Chapters:  0:00 Introduction 1:00 Eric’s journey  4:30 Eric’s starting new business  9:00 Eric’s near-death experience  13:45 Book 3 Alarms  15:30 How to use the 3 alarms  19:45 How to pick yourself up from rock bottom  25:00 How to become a profitable business  26:20 Can the founder have a work-life balance ( DEBATE)  30:00 Olympic athlete mindset  35:20 Running a Small Business VS Big  40:00 Eric & Chris Linkedin journey 45:00 How to go for a founder to CEO 47:00 Competitive In business  53:00 How to put together a business plan 55:00 How to increase demand & decrease supply  1:04:30 Anti-Hustle movement  1:10:00 How to delegate better 1:12:00 Becoming the best CEO 1:15:00 What makes a truly great leader  1:16:30 How to become anti-fragile  1:19:00 The difference between a professional and an amateur 1:22:00 How to drive a team  1:27:00 80/20 Superpower  1:33:00 How to use 80/20 to grow on socials  1:37:00 How to split up your workday  1:41:00 How to set magnetic goals  1:46:00 You can achieve anything you want

In this engaging conversation, entrepreneur Daniel Priestley discusses why 2025 is a pivotal year for business owners. He shares insights on leveraging AI to revolutionize operations and double revenue, drawing parallels to the transformative effects of electricity. Daniel outlines his CAOS framework for launching a business, emphasizes the importance of mastering sales, and introduces the 'Cinderella model' for attracting high-quality clients. This is a treasure trove of strategies for anyone eager to elevate their entrepreneurial game.

In this episode, Nischa breaks down the biggest financial mistakes people make and reveals strategies to take control of your money. Whether you’re debating saving vs investing, wondering how to buy a car the smart way, or trying to avoid budgeting pitfalls, this video is packed with practical tips to help you thrive financially. From building wealth to managing debt, Nischa covers it all, making complex money topics simple and actionable. Whether you’re just starting or looking to optimise your finances, this episode is your roadmap to smarter money moves in 2025. Chapters:  0:00 Introduction 1:40 Nischa’s Journey as an Entrepreneur 3:50 The Wake-Up Moment That Changed Nischa’s Life 6:00 Why Do People Stay in Toxic Jobs? 9:55 Steps to Start Leaving a Toxic Job 13:40 Discovering Your True Passion 19:03 The Biggest Wealth-Building Mistakes to Avoid 23:00 Budgeting Myths: What People Get Wrong 24:30 Should You Borrow Money to Buy? 25:20 Mastering Credit Cards: Dos and Don’ts 26:30 Buying vs. Leasing a Car: What’s Smarter? 28:00 Buying vs. Renting a Home: The Right Choice 33:30 Money Secrets of the 1% 34:40 Saving Your First $100k: Where to Start 35:30 Bad Money Habits That Keep You Broke 37:11 The Smartest Thing to Do With Your Paycheck 38:22 Saving vs. Investing: What Should Come First? 41:50 Investing for Beginners: How to Start Today 42:40 Tax-Free Investing Strategies 44:00 Top Books Every Entrepreneur Should Read 46:40 The Power of Compounding: The 7th Wonder of the World 48:09 Tips for Paying Less in Taxes 49:30 What’s Next for Nischa? Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/chrisdonnellyofficial/ Follow Nischa: https://www.instagram.com/nischa.me/

In this eye-opening episode of Wake Up, I sit down with Rob Moore, a property mogul and entrepreneur, to uncover the truths about building wealth, the mindset shifts that create success, and the lessons he’s learned from interviewing 23 billionaires. Rob doesn’t hold back as he critiques Tate’s influence, and reveals his formula for becoming property-rich. Whether you're just starting out in property investment, navigating the entrepreneurial journey, or seeking inspiration from the world's most successful people, this episode is packed with actionable insights and unfiltered truths. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - Who Runs the World? 4:00 - Rob’s Wake Up Moment 8:50 - The Path to Property Wealth 18:00 - Why Tate’s Messaging Resonates 19:50 Number One Lesson From Tate 22:30 Handling Conflicts in Business 34:00 - The Pillars of a Thriving Society 40:00 - The Money Lesson You’re Missing 46:00 - Avoid Going Broke to Look Rich 52:00 - Using AI for Business Growth 56:00 - Wisdom From Billionaire Mentors Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/chrisdonnellyofficial/?hl=en  Follow Rob: https://www.instagram.com/robmooreprogressive/?hl=en https://motionarray.com/royalty-free-music/deeper-than-stars-2886191/ 1d29c99e97cc7be4fee5bbc22cf59b4509cbd09b67577712bff9815d53b05370:132049427

In this episode of Wake Up, Chris Donnelly is joined by Lara Acosta entrepreneur, LinkedIn expert, and millionaire by 26. Known for challenging societal norms around work-life balance and inspiring a new generation of professionals, Lara shares unfiltered insights on mental health struggles, the power of personal branding, and scaling success on LinkedIn. Whether you’re looking for a job, building a business, building your personal brand, or just looking to rethink your approach to success, this episode is packed with actionable advice you can’t miss. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - Lara’s upbringing 5:00 - Lara’s mental health struggles 7:40 - 10X event 11:50 - Are degrees a waste of time?  22:00 - Are Gen Z lazy? 26:00 - Gen Z try too hard 30:00 - Work-life balance 37:00 - First experience of entrepreneurship 47:00 - Best skill for entrepreneurs 57:00 - How to deal with comparisons 1:01:00 - How Lara first went viral on LinkedIn 1:07:00 - The power of LinkedIn 1:16:00 - Biggest inspiration 1:21:00 - Biggest wake-up call 1:26:00 - How rejection pushed Lara 1:33:00 - How to get over imposter syndrome 1:38:00 - How to win on LinkedIn 1:49:00 - Lara’s first digital product 1:52:00 - How to get Lara’s attention 1:55:00 - Why Lara started a cohort 2:01:00 - Lara’s cohort 2:07:00 - Someone stole Lara’s cohort Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/chrisdonnellyofficial/?hl=en-gb  Follow Lara: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laraacostar/ https://motionarray.com/royalty-free-music/deeper-than-stars-2886191/ 1d29c99e97cc7be4fee5bbc22cf59b4509cbd09b67577712bff9815d53b05370:132049427

Could understanding the workplace dynamics of toxic bosses, red flags in interviews, and the art of negotiating pay raises finally unlock the secret to thriving in modern careers? In this episode of Wake Up, Chris Donnelly is joined by Ben Askins, entrepreneur, content creator, and voice for the underappreciated employee. Known for tackling issues like quiet quitting, toxic workplaces, and leadership challenges, Ben shares insights that will resonate whether you’re an employee navigating a tricky job or a business owner trying to build a team people love to work with. Episode Chapter:  0:00 Introduction 1:11 Are We Working Too Little? 6:00 Should Everyone Have a Side Hustle? 10:00 Job Interview Red Flags 15:20 Ben’s Content 19:00 When to Quit Your Job 21:00 Worst Boss Stories 29:00 Is Gen Z Lazy? 38:30 Is University Still Worth It? 43:00 The Rise of Quiet Quitting 48:00 The Dark Side of Flexible Working 53:00 Biggest Interview Red Flags 1:02:00 Why Side Hustles Are the Future 1:06:00 How To Ask For A PAY RISE!  1:08:00 The Worst Company Perks 1:11:00 UK’s Business Challenges 1:17:00 The UK’s Water Crisis  Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/chrisdonnellyofficial/?hl=en-gb  Follow Ben: https://www.instagram.com/benaskins.official/?hl=en-gb