Origin Story with David McIntosh Jr

This week my guest is Steven Beattie. A medicine student at University of Dundee and a Personal Trainer. This introduction might sound typical or “out of the box” but trust me it is not. Steven’s story is the most unique, electric and traumatic I have ever heard on The Development by David Podcast Born into deprivation and addiction, Steven's life has been full of challenges, including growing up in gang culture, caring for parents with serious illnesses, serving time in Europe's most dangerous prison, surviving multiple near-death experiences including multiple stabbings and a 70mph drunk crash. Despite these obstacles and experiences, Steven has been able to turn his life around, studying physiology at The University of Glasgow and now becoming a doctor. Steven has also trained for the marines, learned fluent spanish and became the fastest sprinter in Universities across Scotland. This podcast is not just about one man's journey, but about the potential of all young people who are struggling to find their way. It's a message of hope and inspiration for anyone who has faced adversity and felt like giving up In this podcast, Steven shares his journey for the first time. Steven's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and a source of inspiration for anyone looking to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. He shares the important lesson that where you come from doesn't define where you can go, and that with determination and hard work, anything is possible. I have and will never release a podcast like this. — This episode sponsored by Vybey. If you love this podcast - check out Vybey’s Website! From £1.50p a meal you can buy their delicious products. Use “DMAC” for 15% off site wide! - https://vybey.co.uk/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwpCVBhCFARIsAGMxhAfFjpUDtu23df5YwMi9LAgsokoTO8a4qWhElRbh0O9uma6o-Fkc9qgaAmPJEALw_wcB Extra Stuff: Follow vybey on Instagram **Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vybey.uk/** ME:Reach out to me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/ LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/ The Development by David Podcast on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DV9tUfz5nGCmH0bfZUFrM **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-development-by-david-podcast/id1542740010**

Joe Seddon is the Founder of Zero Gravity, Oxford Alumni and Forbes 35 Under 35 recipient. Join us as we delve into the life of Joe Seddon, a British technology entrepreneur and social mobility innovator. Born in Leeds and raised in West Yorkshire from a single parent family, Seddon comes from humble beginnings and has risen to become the founder of Zero Gravity, a company that supports low-income students in reaching their full potential. With his background in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from the University of Oxford and his experience as from a working class northern town, Seddon brings a unique perspective to the tech industry. Zero Gravity, the company aims to increase social mobility by providing low-income students with the support they need to attend top universities in the UK. Over the past few years, Seddon's efforts have been recognized with numerous awards and accolades, including the Prime Minister's Points of Light award, the Diana Award, and a spot on Forbes' 35 Under 35 list. We dive into Joe's origin story, from his upbringing to becoming the successful entrepreneur he is today. We'll explore his journey from Morley to Million Pound Investments and the motivation behind shooting for Oxford. We discuss the symbolic meaning behind the name "Zero Gravity" and Joe's definition of social mobility. We'll delve into the limiting beliefs that someone from a lower socioeconomic background may have, unwritten rules in the workplace, and why your network is your net worth. We explore the intersection of personal responsibility and social mobility We discuss entrepreneurship, risk aversion, and how Joe's background has affected his nature to be disruptive. We'll also talk about how Joe's socioeconomic status has changed, his inner circle, and how he learned to code. Finally, we touch on his Forbes 35 under 35 feature and what the future holds. Join us as we learn from Joe Seddon's journey and gain insights into the world of entrepreneurship and social mobility. —  This episode sponsored by Vybey.  If you love this podcast - check out Vybey’s Website! From £1.50p a meal you can buy their delicious  products.  Use “DMAC” for 15% off site wide! - https://vybey.co.uk/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwpCVBhCFARIsAGMxhAfFjpUDtu23df5YwMi9LAgsokoTO8a4qWhElRbh0O9uma6o-Fkc9qgaAmPJEALw_wcB  Extra Stuff:   Follow vybey on Instagram  **Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vybey.uk/**  ME:Reach out to me on:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/  LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/  The Development by David Podcast on:   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DV9tUfz5nGCmH0bfZUFrM  **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-development-by-david-podcast/id1542740010**

In this episode, we speak with TMCycles, a YouTube content creator and physique coach, about his transition from bodybuilding to functional fitness and the effects of coming off of performance-enhancing drugs. TMCycles, also known as Thomas Maw, is well-known for his transparent discussions about anabolic steroid usage on his YouTube channel. Tom opens up about how growing up on a council estate in Lewisham and later relocating to Bromley shaped his outlook on life and how being surrounded by the right people at the right time led him to pursue a career in functional fitness. He also delves into the vulnerable topic of men's mental health and relationships, specifically in the context of bodybuilding and extreme pursuits. Tom discusses the effects of living a hedonistic lifestyle and the impact it can have on various aspects of one's life. He also reveals how his steroid consumption may have affected his neurotoxicity and psyche, and shares advice on how he is proactively dealing with these effects. Additionally, we delve into the topic of steroids in the public domain, including the exposé of "liver king," and question whether online content should be more regulated. If you enjoyed my chat with Tom, you can find him here: Connect with TM Cycles: Insta - https://www.instagram.com/tmcycles/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/tmcycles If you love this podcast: Fuel it by buying me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Dbyd Extra Stuff: ME:Reach out to me on: **Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/** **LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/** **The Development by David Podcast on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DV9tUfz5nGCmH0bfZUFrM** ***Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-development-by-david-podcast/id1542740010****

Alex Demirel is a biohacking coach, content creator and founder of Goldilox. Biohacking is this new prominent term in the wellbeing, mental health, productivity and fitness spheres. But, what is it? In this episode, Alex uses his own journey to demonstrate the immense effects that optimising your biology has for your life outcomes. We explore many facets of life that make up our daily routines including sleep, sunlight, stress, screentime, sex and solitude. I swear it’s not deliberate that they all begin with S. Find out: Why it is better to optimise your evening routine instead of having a lavish morning routine Why you should cut out your morning coffee What your circadian rhythm is and why were biological tuned to sunrise and sunset Why people dont lack focus but lack solitude Why sleep is the lowest hanging fruit to improving your quality of life Why sound, temperature and noise is the biggest determining factor of sleep quality What effects Porn has on your sex life How to optimise your digital workflow for productivity and why Alex once trained with a dog shock collar - haha! Thank you Alex for a great episode. If you want to reach out to Alex you can find him: https://www.instagram.com/alexdemirel/ Extra Stuff: ME:Reach out to me on: **Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/** **LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/** **The Development by David Podcast on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DV9tUfz5nGCmH0bfZUFrM** ***Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-development-by-david-podcast/id1542740010****

Suhit Amin is a 21 year old award winning Entrepreneur and Founder of Saulderson Media who manages some of the top influencer and content creating talent. He as worked with brands such as Acer and Asus. He also has battled Cancer and shares his tenacious mindset throughout this process.  Find Suhit here: https://www.instagram.com/suhitamin/  Extra Stuff:   ME:Reach out to me on:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/ LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/  The Development by David Podcast on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DV9tUfz5nGCmH0bfZUFrM  **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-development-by-david-podcast/id1542740010**

Mark Drager is a Brand and Positioning Expert, Founder of a Multi-Million Dollar Creative Agency and Host of "We Do Hard Things" Podcast. WHEN YOU ASK THE RIGHT QUESTIONS, YOU UNLOCK NEW WAYS OF THINKING. Mark cold emailed me and weaponised his words so I couldn't say no to him coming on. Whether we're having a once-in-a-lifetime talk in front of thousands or digging deep in a one-on-one strategy session, asking the right question in the right moment unlocks life-changing breakthroughs. Having interviewed thousands of people over almost 2 decades, Mark has learned the secret formula for creating break-through moments, never-heard-before talks, and unignorable brands and content: Mark also comes on to speak about his hugely optimal approach to retaining and recalling from books and podcasts.  And of course, his genesis story to building a multimillion dollar organisation with his words! Thanks Mark for being an awesome guest and reaching out! Find Mark here: https://www.instagram.com/mark.drager/ Extra Stuff: ME:Reach out to me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/ The Development by David Podcast on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DV9tUfz5nGCmH0bfZUFrM **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-development-by-david-podcast/id1542740010**

Max Fosh is a Youtuber and Stand-Up Comedian with 1.8 Million Youtube Subscribers and his known for the platforms most extravagant public stunts including running for London Mayor (and getting 0.4% of votes) and pretending to be a model an London Fashion Week. It’s an episode about creating your own luck by thinking differently. In this episode expect to learn about how Max: gained his own show on BBC Radio 1 by printing his car outside Radio 1 with his CV printed on it. became a member of the Royal Family for 43 minutes became officially the world’s richest man for 7 minutes Pranked passengers by creating a sign at Gatwick Airport that said “Welcome to Luton” Believes Youtube is meritocratic and that ideas are free and Max Fosh’s reflections on attending the “poshest” private school in the UK. Extra Stuff: ME:Reach out to me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/ The Development by David Podcast on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DV9tUfz5nGCmH0bfZUFrM **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-development-by-david-podcast/id1542740010**

This week my guest is Darren Lee. Darren is the host of #1 Careers Podcast in Ireland “Kickoff Sessions”. He is a product owner at Revolut. He is the founder of Podcast University and developer of the Podcast Accelerator. In this episode we speak about: Developing a senior career at Revolut at 26 years old The desired skills of the future and how to stay ahead of your colleagues How to take an unconventional approach to career success by leveraging your creativity The reality of remote work, working in Singapore and how we can rethink the benefits of working in an office The three pillars of a successful career -  Passion, Purpose and Fulfilment The litmus test to understand if you are cut out for Entrepreneurialism or Office Work Why podcasts are evergreen and why you should start one How to develop a personal brand outside of work to influence your career outcomes and Darren’s thoughts on Andrew Tate’s personal branding. If you love this podcast: Fuel it by buying me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Dbyd Find Darren, his podcast and his services: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-lee1/ Extra Stuff: ME:Reach out to me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/ LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/ The Development by David Podcast on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DV9tUfz5nGCmH0bfZUFrM **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-development-by-david-podcast/id1542740010**

Nick Gatfield is a British Music Executive, Investor and Entrepreneur.  He is the Founder of Twin Music. He was the CEO/Chair at Sony Music and has held President positions at EMI and Polygram records. Nick, who was born in Surrey, shares his story from starting off a musician. He was part of the band Dexy’s Midnight Runners who had the number one hit “Come on Aileen”. Nick reflects on the reality and lifestyle of a touring artist, the cash he made and the story of flying  Concord to New York as 22 year old “kid”. Nick left the performance world and joined EMI records. He rapidly became their youngest ever Director and became Head of A&R (Artists and Repertoire). After a trip to Los Angeles, Nick was given the task to start his own label under Polygram/Polydor - Atlas Records before becoming President at Universal Music Group. In 2001, he was hired by Universal Music Group where he oversaw a complete revamp of the label through signings including Amy Winehouse, Keane, Busted and Sugababes. In 2008, he rejoined EMI as President of New Music and under his leadership they signed Swedish House Mafia, Deadmau5, Tinie Tempah and Emile Sande. He served as Chair/CEO of Sony Music UK in 2011 and reflects on why he shouldn’t have taken the role and the factors he wish he considered before saying “yes” to the money even though he signed One Direction. We touch on: What it was like to negotiate with Prince Meeting David Bowie Signing Amy Winehouse, One Direction, Radiohead, Sugababes, Busted and Keane Why Musician’s are start-up businesses What does a “record deal” look like for an Artist and how the deal is split What effect Spotify has had on the music industry Why Nick think’s the wellbeing of an artist is on the label and Nick’s thoughts on the Grime scene! — Buy me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/Dbyd Extra Stuff: ME:Reach out to me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/ LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/ The Development by David Podcast on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DV9tUfz5nGCmH0bfZUFrM *Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-development-by-david-podcast/id1542740010**

Today is my guest is Dr Yusef Smith. Yusef is a former NHS Doctor and co-founder / coach at Propane Fitness. Yusef is the business partner of episode 15 guest Jonny Watson. In this episode, expect to learn: Why Yusef left a desirable Investment Banking career to pursue meaning in Medicine The day in the life of a junior Doctor, the highlights and the lowlights. Yusef’s critical reflections on working in the NHS during COVID, thoughts on COVID conspiracies and his reflections upon leaving Why Yusef's  NHS Twitter thread got picked up by major news outlets A Doctor’s greatest productivity and life hacks to optimise your capacity for learning and to improve the rate you get things done The importance of having a side-hustle alongside your day-job/studies, how to strike a healthy balance and when to quit. Why speed-dating is the best test to understand how lucrative your career is And why you should take a book to the toilet.. If you like the sound of what Yusef & Jonny have to offer and some of the videos/resources mentioned: https://propanefitness.com/casestudy?el=developmentbydavid — **If you love this podcast:  Fuel it by buying me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Dbyd** Connect with Yusef: Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/PropaneF... Twitter - https://twitter.com/PropaneFitness Insta - https://www.instagram.com/propanefitn... **ME:Reach out to me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/The Development by David Podcast on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DV9tUfz5nGCmH0bfZUFrM Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-development-by-david-podcast/id1542740010**