Wake Up with Chris Donnelly
Wake Up with Chris Donnelly
A few years ago, I was just like many of you, figuring out the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, facing setbacks, and chasing breakthroughs. By 25, I had built and sold a leading digital marketing agency. By 30, I was co-founding Lottie, a health tech company transforming care solutions, and growing into one of the UK’s fastest-rising business creators. But along the way, I noticed something: the world is changing, yet most of us are still stuck playing by outdated rules.
That’s why I launched Wake Up, a podcast for people who are ready to rewrite the playbook. It’s not just about hearing incredible stories, it’s about taking those stories and turning them into real, actionable steps. Each week, I sit down with some of the most inspiring leaders, creators, and innovators to uncover their strategies, struggles, and unfiltered truths.
Wake Up isn’t here to inspire you for a moment, it’s here to empower you for a lifetime. Together, we’ll rethink the way we work, lead, and succeed in a world that demands new ideas. Thank you for joining the movement. Let’s wake up to what’s possible and create something extraordinary.
Episodes
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Jan 2, 2025 • 59min
S1 Ep3: Rob Moore Reveals How To Become RICH With Property, Key Lessons from BILLIONAIRES & MORE!
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
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Dec 19, 2024 • 2h 18min
S1 Ep2: Lara Acosta On Becoming a Millionaire at 26, Going VIRAL and Why Work-Life Balance Is A SCAM!
Lara Acosta, a LinkedIn expert and entrepreneur who became a millionaire by 26, reveals her journey from mental health struggles to viral success. She critiques the traditional work-life balance, arguing it's misleading, and shares insights on personal branding's power. Lara challenges the education system, emphasizing practical skills gained through self-learning. Detailing her viral LinkedIn post and the importance of community, she offers valuable advice on scaling success and monetizing one’s brand in today's digital landscape.
Dec 11, 2024 • 1h 21min
S1 Ep1: Ben Askins Reveals the Worst Bad Boss Stories, Job Interview Red Flags & How To Ask For A Pay Rise!
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
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