EP 313 - Simon is a leading UK cosmetic dentist and co-founder of the sustainable oral care brand PARLA, as seen on Dragon’s Den We discuss PARLA's pioneering methods for reducing single-use plastics in dentistry with products like toothpaste tablets and plastic-free floss. We talk about the environmental impact of traditional oral care products, the intricacies of launching a sustainable business, and the hurdles faced by dentists and startups. We also discuss the importance and strategies to manage stress and prevent burnout, and highlight the benefits of disconnecting from constant digital connectivity.Simon also explains why greenwashing and gimmicks qualify for the big bin of bullsh*t.Spotify Video Chapters:00:00 BWB with Dr. Simon Chard00:14 The Problem with Toothpaste Tubes00:44 Introducing Perla: A Sustainable Solution01:38 The Environmental Impact of Plastic02:19 Innovative Oral Care Products02:53 Challenges in the Oral Care Industry07:19 Health Concerns and Ingredients in Toothpaste11:07 Mental Health in Dentistry13:30 The Dragon's Den Experience15:35 Entrepreneurial Journey and Future Plans34:52 Cosmetic Dentistry and Market Trends37:27 Public Perception and Media Influence39:41 The Dentist Stereotype in Media40:37 Public Health and Dental Care41:21 Children's Oral Health Crisis42:08 Government's Role in Health Education43:11 The Importance of Prevention44:55 Personal Health Advice48:10 The Role of Mentors49:00 Challenges in the Food Industry51:03 Greenwashing in Consumer Products52:33 Quickfire Round - Getting To Know Simon58:11 Mental Health in Startups01:04:48 Business or Bullshit Game01:14:02 Wrap UpSimon's recommendations:The Almanac of Naval Ravikant (book)Unstressable - Mo Gowdat (book)businesswithoutbullshit.meFollow us:YouTubeInstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 312 - GH05T CEO Adam Biddle jumps in the quiz seat this week sharing his candid views, discussing his daily routines, and talks about the influence of social media on global events like Brexit. We also discuss a variety of quiz topics including internal meetings, B Corp, Investment TV shows, TikTok, and more.Chapters:00:00 Business or Bullshit with Adam Biddle00:37 Internal Meetings: Essential or Non?01:33 B Corp: Virtue Signalling or Valuable?02:04 Investment TV Shows: Real Business or Just PR?02:49 Social Media Giants: Insta, TikTok & Facebook03:54 Global Politics and Social Media Influence06:24 Founder's Egos and Mentorship07:26 Breakfast Meetings and Personal Routines08:26 Five Year Forecasts and Professional Bluffing09:55 NDAs: Necessary or Nonsense?10:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughtsbusinesswithoutbullshit.meFollow us:YouTubeInstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 311 - Adam is CEO of GH05T, a social media agency operating with no marketing, no social media and no web presence.GH05T works with global brands, entertainment properties, High Net Worth individuals and celebrities making over 750 pieces of content a month and reaching over 50 million people.We discuss GH05T's origin, operational philosophy, and its evolution from managing celebrity accounts to strategising for brands, sports events, and C-suite executives. Adam shares insights into the complexities and pitfalls of social media expertise, the industry's evolution, and the importance of honing one's strengths. He also explains why self-proclaimed (but far from) social media experts qualify for the big bin of BSSpotify Video Chapters:00:00 BWB with Adam Biddle00:34 Adam Background and GH05T's Origins02:35 Evolution of Social Media and GH05T's Role03:57 Challenges and Changes in Social Media05:50 The Shift from Celebrities to Brands08:16 Understanding Social Media Expertise10:40 Adam's Journey and Dyslexia23:34 The Role of a CEO and Client Strategy35:14 The Future of Social Media41:27 Social Media's Impact on Youth42:15 The Age Factor in Social Media42:56 The Dangers and Addiction of Social Media45:25 Managing Young Employees46:54 Biggest Professional Mistakes49:07 Best and Worst Advice54:50 Quickfire Round - Getting To Know Adam01:06:15 Business or Bullshit: The GameAdam's recommendations:Zucked - Roger McNamee (book)The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People - Steven R Covey (book)The Rest is Politics (podcast)businesswithoutbullshit.meFollow us:YouTubeInstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 310 - Founder and CNO of Kleos Advisory, Tedd George is back as we revisit our incredibly knowledgeable conversation with him for EP 71 which we did very little justice the first time round with too much editing!So here we are for round 2 - The Director's Cut.With two decades of expertise, Ted delves into a wide range of topics including Africa's digital transformation, innovation, and the continent's resilient entrepreneurial spirit. We also discuss how sustainability and climate change impact local economies and the significance of contextual insights in implementing strategies.Tedd advocates the power of learning from failures and how these experiences fuel innovation. He also emphasises the art of storytelling, effective communication, and the need for clear, intentional writing. A must-listen for anyone interested in digital economies, entrepreneurship, and the craft of storytelling.Chapters:00:00 BWB with Tedd George01:28 Current Projects and Digital Economy Index04:09 Challenges in Africa's Digital Transformation06:04 Disruptive Technologies and Innovations13:50 African Entrepreneurship and Ingenuity24:22 Historical Context and Conflicts in Africa32:05 Sustainability and Technological Advancements36:22 Identifying Educational Gaps36:57 Big Companies and Data Sharing38:06 Climate Change Impact on Africa39:38 Agricultural Productivity and Distribution Challenges41:46 Cultural and Economic Comparisons44:25 Tech Innovation in Africa01:00:43 Networking and Public Speaking01:05:43 Pursuing a Career in Acting01:09:15 Navigating Employment and Business Setup01:09:53 Collaborations and Thought Leadership01:11:12 The Art of Storytelling in Business01:19:31 Challenges and Resilience During COVID01:24:33 Insights from a Consultant's Journey01:26:10 Communication and Market Understanding01:27:14 Cash vs. Digital Payments in Africa01:29:18 Climate Change and Behavioural Shifts01:34:57 Overcoming Fear and Procrastination01:40:00 Top Reads and Historical Insights01:43:36 The Rise and Fall of a Charlatan01:46:18 The Power of a Stupid Question01:47:48 Speculation in the Rice Trade01:54:21 Machiavelli's Influence on Modern Politics02:06:14 Cuba: A Tale of Revolution and Survival02:15:06 Living Like a Cuban02:15:54 The Ultimate Hustlers in Cuba02:16:41 Political Comedy Inspirations02:17:18 The Genius of 'Life of Brian'02:17:52 Misinterpretations and Satire02:23:37 The Art of Good Writing02:38:53 The Importance of Skepticism02:46:29 Final Thoughts and Farewellbusinesswithoutbullshit.meFollow us:YouTubeInstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 309 - GSN founder Craig Allen jumps in the quiz seat this week to give us his commentary on quiz topics including investment TV shows, founders' egos, gardening leave, the importance of mentors, and the concept of 'my word is my bond.'Candid and insightful commentary on everyday business stuff.Chapters:00:00 Business or Bullshit with Craig Allen00:47 Investment TV Shows: Business or Bullshit?01:55 Founder's Egos: Navigating the Truth02:20 Gardening Leave: A Necessary Evil?03:19 Mentors: The Unsung Heroes of Business04:00 My Word is My Bond08:21 TikTok: A Necessity or Passing Trend?09:37 B Corps: Worth the Investment?10:45 The Efficiency of Internal Meetings12:39 Insta vs. LinkedIn: The Battle of the Platforms13:49 Closing Thoughts and Scoresbusinesswithoutbullshit.meFollow us:YouTubeInstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 308 - Craig is the CEO and founder of Gold Standard Nutrition (GSN) a healthy frozen meal business turning over £7M annually.Craig recounts his entrepreneurial journey from early near-failures to creating a successful business, and shares how GSN evolved and overcame significant obstacles including supply chain issues, COVID-19, and Brexit. We discuss the trials and tribulations of running a business, the importance of second chances, society's pivot towards health and fitness, the intricacies of hiring, with valuable advice on delegation, protecting business ideas, and managing business relationships. Craig also explains why overfunded food brands qualify for the big bin of bullshit.Chapters:00:00 BWB with Craig Allen00:39 The Journey of a Health Food Entrepreneur01:05 Fear of Failure and the Drive for Success02:10 From Uni to Entrepreneurship: The Birth of GSN03:10 Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle in Business04:35 The Evolution of Masculinity and Health18:20 GSN's Impact: From Gyms to a Wider Audience25:36 Challenges and Successes in the Food Industry29:02 Looking Ahead: GSN's Future and Brexit's Impact32:37 Building a Lean Business Model33:20 The Emotional Toll of Redundancies33:39 Promoting from Within and Office Culture34:32 Family Involvement and Business Evolution35:26 Challenges of Brand Building Outside London38:08 The North-South Divide in UK Business40:36 Expanding the Business and Hiring Strategies43:35 The Future of Frozen Food and Microwave Myths45:16 Addressing NHS Nutrition Needs46:47 Insights on Entrepreneurship and Business Growth55:35 Quickfire Round: Getting to Know Craig01:04:44 Top Tips for Founders and Entrepreneursbusinesswithoutbullshit.meFollow us:YouTubeInstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 307 - Coldpress Juices founder Andrew Gibb jumps in the quiz seat this week to fire back his frank views on a bunch of topics including guerrilla marketing, networking, types of business shares and convertible debts. Gibb shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, emphasising the importance of innovative marketing, the complexities of financial management, and strategic business decisions.Popcorn on the ready!Chapters:00:00 Business or Bullshit with Andrew Gibb00:36 Planned Obsolescence: Insight or Nonsense?01:31 Exploring Guerrilla Marketing Tactics03:24 The Art of Networking in Business05:15 Navigating Commissions and Preferred Shares06:01 Convertible Debts and Investment Strategies09:40 Pre-Pack Insolvency: A Strategic Move?12:11 Understanding High Net Worth Investments13:02 The Verdict on Company Cars13:25 Scoring and Closing Remarksbusinesswithoutbullshit.meFollow us:YouTubeInstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 306 - Andrew is founder and managing director of Coldpress, a juice company utilising High Pressure Processing (HPP) technology to make their juice without using heat which preserves the fruit’s nutrients and flavour. Yummy.We talk about Andrew’s business origins, the ups and downs of navigating the fresh juice industry - cash flow challenges, the impact of switching co-packers, maintaining product quality in the face of really bad manufacturing mishaps .. Andrew’s seen it all, and survived!Andrew also explains why Brexit massively qualifies for the big bin of bullshit.Chapters:00:00 BWB with Andrew Gibb01:25 The Juice Innovator from Down Under02:11 Challenges and Triumphs of Running a Juice Business03:20 Science and Strategy Behind ColdPress Juicing09:00 Health Claims and Marketing11:54 Andrew Learning from Mistakes21:06 Taking ColdPress Juice to the UK23:50 The Realities of the Beverage Industry25:29 Revolutionising Juice Production26:36 The Innocent x Coca Cola Deal27:20 The Highs and Lows of Entrepreneurship34:55 The Complexities of Brexit for Businesses38:53 Quickfire Round: Getting to Know Andrew45:04 Five Tips for Founders and Entrepreneurs47:42 Closing Remarks and Wrap-Upbusinesswithoutbullshit.meFollow us:YouTubeInstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 305 - welcome to a very special episode where we look back at some of our favourite guests and give you parts of the conversations which didn’t quite make the final cut, but we think need to be heard.We speak to:Allen Simpson - former Managing Director of London & Partners - about the aftermath and implications of Brexit for LondonVictoria Jenkins -award-winning adaptive designer and founder of Unhidden - about disability representation and the correct use of languageSteve Keen - economist, professor and award-winning author - about debunking economic models, private Debt, and explaining the Modern Monetary TheoryGrace Blakeley - author and commentator on economics and politics - about community led economic models, and the European economic dilemma.Chapters:00:00 Friends of BWB00:38 Brexit's Impact on London's Economy08:20 The Complexities of Disability Representation16:05 Debunking Economic Norms with Steve Keen19:25 The 'The Big Short' and Meeting Real-Life Characters20:16 Breaking Down Economic Theories22:05 Debunking Neoclassical Economics & Private Debt26:06 Modern Monetary Theory and Its Implications31:51 Community-Based Economic Models36:41 Concluding Thoughts on Economics, Politics, and Societybusinesswithoutbullshit.meFollow us:YouTubeInstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 304 - 31 year old Director of True Sports Hydration Gemma Burke is in the quiz seat this week separating business facts from fiction using our snazzy new paddle boards ;)Opinions on mentorship, founder's egos, doing business with China and Russia, and other topics like investment TV shows, disruptive businesses, bluffing in sales, and TikTok are laid bare on the table.Chapters:00:00 Business or Bullshit with Gemma Burke00:25 Finding Paddles in Dubai01:17 The Quiz Begins01:40 Mentors, Egos, and Self-Made Millionaires03:38 China and Russia05:09 The Truth Behind Investment TV Shows07:36 Internal Meetings and the Art of Bluffing12:05 TikTok: Business or Bullshit?businesswithoutbullshit.meFollow us:YouTubeInstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark