High Frequency Fridays
31 episodes - English - Latest episode: 22 days ago -Welcome to our Podcast! Our passion is to help business owners create a successful business whether they turn up or not.
We’re REALLY good at understanding how business works, and therefore why a business isn’t working and what needs fixing.
Our mantra is to always look for learning, so we’re on a mission to chat with business owners that have faced challenges, to share their stories, and delve really deep into their mindset.
Business is a numbers game, played by a team, so we’ll be hooking up with coaches & leaders from the sporting world too.
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Sian Millar, Founder of Dizzy Ducks, Luxury Coastal Holiday Homes, Polka Dot Farm, and The Boardroom “Early Years”
April 22, 2024 13:23 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBIn this episode, I catch up with someone who I have known and respected for many years, someone we’ve worked closely with in our business, and someone who is a friend that we’ve shared many trips – I know she doesn’t like to mention Everest Base Camp for one! This episode is with serial entrepreneur Sian Millar, who many of you will know from the Entrepreneurs Circle with her Dizzy Ducks hat on. Sian originally got into the nursery industry because of the lack of childcare in Essex when ...
Jean-Pierre De Villiers, High Performance Coach to CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Athletes & Leaders | Speaker | Author & Vegan Athlete
November 30, 2023 15:38 - 59 minutes - 53.8 MBIt’s been a while since we’ve done a Podcast, but I promise you this is worth the wait! This week I’m joined by someone who helps, inspires, and stretches people to perform to be their very best: Jean-Pierre De Villiers, or JP, as he’s known. JP works with CEOs, Celebrities, Olympic Athletes and thousands of other high profile influential men and women, who demand the best from themselves, because they work in high-demand environments where their best is expected. Olympic medallists, busi...
Sophie Hollis, Founder of Inspire Girls Football, Chair of IGF FC, Football Coach, Former Elite Football Player
February 21, 2023 15:30 - 35 minutes - 33.3 MBIn this episode, we bring together the world of business and sport, with guest Sophie Hollis, founder of Inspire Girls Football. I first met Sophie about three years ago, when our daughter Lily went along to one of Sophie’s Inspire Girls football courses. Since then, Lily has attended Inspire Girls Football Camps, as well as goalkeeper training programs. I’ve also got to know Sophie through her work she is doing with Camberley Town Girls FC, which I am a coach of. I am truly inspired by S...
Jason Graystone, Multi-Million-Pound Business Owner, Investor & Currency Trader
December 12, 2022 15:02 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBI’m excited to be joined by someone I met through Daniel Priestley’s KPI program and have since been part of his Facebook Group and through his Tiers of Freedom Program which I have found incredibly valuable and liberating. Today’s guest is Jason Graystone, who helps people achieve true financial independence and live their most inspired life. Since starting his first business at 22 years old, investor and currency trader Jason has successfully built and run multi-million-pound businesses b...
Jodie Cook, Author, Forbes 30 under 30 social entrepreneurs in Europe, Powerlifter for GB
November 07, 2022 11:44 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBWe have had people from the worlds of business and sport, so this week I’m really fired up because today’s guest is from both! So, welcome to Jodie Cook. Jodie is an entrepreneur, author, and an elite athlete on a mission to see what she is capable of and help others do the same. She built and recently sold the marketing agency she started at age 22. She writes books and articles on the topic of entrepreneurship, including for Forbes, and she competes for Great Britain in Powerlifting. J...
Phil M Jones, Best-Selling Author, Master of Influence & Persuasion
September 06, 2022 11:27 - 56 minutes - 52.6 MBThis week Martin Norbury is joined by Phil M Jones, best-selling author of Exactly What To Say, Exactly How To Sell, and Exactly Where To Start. He had his first business at just 14 years of age and is the youngest recipient of the “British Excellence in Sales and Marketing” award. To date, over two million people, across 57 different countries have benefitted from his lessons. And as a result, they now know exactly what to say, when to say it and exactly how to make more of their convers...
Toby Rees, Ex-Military Specialist, Founder of Cyber Savvy
July 18, 2022 10:54 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBThis week we have someone from the world of military, IT, and security: Toby Rees, founder of Cyber Savvy. Toby is a 'multi-innovation award-winning', ex-military specialist of 20+ years’ experience, proven in 'high-threat' environments across the globe within Information Technology; Telecommunications; Intelligence; Surveillance; Reconnaissance and Special Operations Groups. As a consultant and advisor to Metropolitan Police Services, National Crime and Intelligence agencies, Cabinet Offi...
Claire Perry-Louise, Expert on Community in Business, Founder of Like Hearted Leaders
June 13, 2022 09:59 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBI had the pleasure of meeting Claire Perry-Louise back in 2015 at Daniel Priestley’s KPI 16 program. It was great to share our KPI journey together and we’ve kept in touch ever since, with our paths often crossing at events and awards. A former lawyer, Claire witnessed that the traditional way of doing business was outdated and it was time for a new approach. You hear a lot today about Community; well Claire has specialised in community building since 2013 - she is skilled in creating saf...
Pete Cann, The Laughter Man & Business Owner
April 25, 2022 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBThis week is going to be an extremely fun Podcast, because today’s guest is Pete Cann, The Laughter Man. I’ve known Pete for many years, and a few years back we helped Pete and his wife Chloe grow their Catering Recruitment business Back-to-Front. Like many, their industry was hit hard with the pandemic, and added to this was Pete’s search for something that would fulfil, engage, and bring peace to his busy life. So, one successful pivot later, Pete set-up and became The Laughter Man and is...
John Spence, One of the Top Business and Leadership Experts in the World
March 03, 2022 11:26 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBThis week I’m joined by one of the top business thought leaders and leadership development experts in the World - John Spence, live from the US. At 26 years old, John was appointed CEO of an international Rockefeller foundation, overseeing projects across 20 countries. Just two years later, Inc. Magazine named him one of America’s Up and Coming Young Business Leaders. He went onto being named by the American Management Association as one of America’s Top 50 Leaders to Watch along with Goog...
Ian Macleod, Head Coach of Newcastle Eagles – the most successful British basketball team of all time
February 11, 2022 13:36 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBThis week we’re delving into the world of sport because there are so many parallels with business: from leadership and culture through to setting up systems, measuring success and managing multiple stakeholders. So, today's guest is Ian Macleod, Head Coach of Newcastle Eagles basketball team. For those of you who may not be aware, Newcastle Eagles play in the top-tier British Basketball League and are the most successful British basketball team of all time. Last summer, I had the pleasure ...
Marcus Sheridan Author of ‘They Ask, You Answer’, Co-Owner of ‘River Pools and Spas’, Acclaimed International Keynote Speaker
January 25, 2022 14:54 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MBI’m so excited about today’s guest because his book is one of a handful of books that I constantly refer to and recommend to all our clients – and I read hundreds and hundreds of books. So, a warm welcome to Marcus Sheridan, author of ‘They Ask, You Answer’and acclaimed international keynote speaker, who I was lucky enough to listen to end of last year at Nigel Botterill’s Entrepreneurs Circle National Event. For those of who don’t know Marcus’ back story, Marcus saved his swimming pool co...
Robin Waite, Founder of Fearless Business, Bestselling Author, Advertising & Marketing Expert
January 06, 2022 11:54 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBThis week I’m joined by fellow coach and author who I originally met five years ago at Daniel Priestley’s KPI program, and we’ve kept in regular contact ever since - Robin Waite. Robin is founder of Fearless Business and bestselling author of six books, including ‘Online Business Startup’, ‘Marketing Machine’ and the recent popular release ‘Take Your Shot’. He puts his two decades of business experience to work, coaching clients to reach their goals, create more time and increase their rev...
Monty Hooke, Bali Based Entrepreneur, Investor, Founder of Lighthouse & Host of The Rabbit Hole Podcast
December 13, 2021 11:13 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBI'm joined by a serial entrepreneur who had his first business at just eight years old; Monty Hooke, live from Bali. I worked closely with Monty during my time in Singapore, and I’ve seen first-hand his practical experience in growing teams and scaling businesses. But more important to Monty, are the wisdom and insights into how entrepreneurship can be used as a catalyst for creating an era of new possibilities for humanity. Monty’s the Founder of The Exponential – a Business Consulting ...
Paul Dunn, B1G1 Co-Founder, TEDx speaker, Mentor Global Entrepreneurs & Global Impact Summit Host
November 20, 2021 09:48 - 42 minutes - 39.7 MBToday’s guest is Paul Dunn, and I cannot wait to catch up with him again. Paul is a 4-time TEDx speaker, and a Senior Fellow in one of the World’s Leading Think Tanks and consults to and mentor’s leading-edge businesses around the world. He was honoured as a Social Innovation Fellow in his new home of Singapore; something he shares with film-star and philanthropist Jet Li and Walmart Chairman, Rob Walton. He was one of the first 10 people in Hewlett Packard in Australia. He then created on...
Jeremy Harbour, Global Expert in Mergers & Acquisitions, Founder & Director of Unity Group & Harbour Club
October 18, 2021 11:04 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBThis week I’m joined by one of the world’s experts in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) in the field of SMEs, Jeremy Harbour, live from Dubai. I’ve known Jeremy for a few years now, having been part of his Harbour Club, via opportunities in Singapore, and have enjoyed his books. In the late 1990’s, Jeremy acquired a competitor of the telecommunications he owned – without cash or involving a bank. Proving that necessity truly is the mother of invention, he figured out a deal structure that work...
Mike Antoniades, Founder of The Running & Movement School
September 08, 2021 08:27 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBHere’s Martin Norbury's latest Podcast with Mike Antoniades, Founder of The Running & Movement School. Mike left corporate life to pursue his passion, and in 1994 set-up the first Rehabilitation and Speed centre in the UK to help elite athletes, world-class teams, adults, and children. Since then, Mike’s methodology has helped over 65,000 athletes and non-athletes, and has been rolled out to over 30 organisations and Franchises around the world. Not only is this a great listen on how to t...
Ben Gotting - Co-Founder of The Foundry, former Rugby Player for London Wasps, Worcester Warriors, London Welsh & England U21s
August 09, 2021 12:50 - 48 minutes - 45.2 MBThis week we have a guest who is uniquely placed to share experiences from both a business and sporting perspective: Ben Gotting. Ben spent 10 years as a professional sportsman playing rugby for London Wasps, Worcester Warriors and London Welsh, as well as England U21s. After finishing his Rugby career, Ben entered the world of Personal Training, and in July 2015 opened “The Foundry” in partnership with Dave Thomas. Just one year later they were voted "one of the best gyms in the world" by...
Nick Redding - Co-Founder and Managing Director of SEO Agency Reddico
June 17, 2021 13:24 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBThis week I’m joined by a guest from the world of technology with big ambitions – Nick Redding, Co-Founder and Managing Director of SEO Agency Reddico. Nick started Reddico with his brother Luke back in 2012 and has grown it from a team of two to 30+ professionals, a turnover of £3.5 million, and are trusted by global brands like Direct Line and Groupon. I’ve been fortunate enough to have worked closely with Nick and his team for several years as part of their Scale journey, so I’m really ...
Ying Tan - Chief Executive of multi-million-pound financial services company Dynamo & Author of ‘Don’t Push Too Many Trolleys’
May 24, 2021 13:15 - 55 minutes - 51.5 MBThis morning I’m joined by the extremely hard working, ambitious and successful entrepreneur, Ying Tan. Ying is a qualified accountant with a background in investment banking having worked for UBS, Deutsche Bank and Goldman Sachs, where he was one of the youngest Vice Presidents ever. He is the founder and chief executive of multi-million-pound financial services company. Ying and his team are leading the way in the industry, providing expert knowledge and unbeatable service to numerous ho...
John Warrillow - Bestselling author of Built to Sell, Top 10 Forbes Ranked Podcast Host, CEO of The Value Builder System
May 10, 2021 10:36 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBWe have lots in common with this week’s guest, John Warrillow. Small businesses have always revolved around their owner, but in 2011, John kicked off a revolution with the release of his bestselling book, ‘Built to Sell: Creating a Business That Can Thrive Without You’. (Our purpose is all about helping business owners create a business that successfully runs whether they turn up or not). John’s book spawned a company - The Value Builder System™ - that has helped more than 50,000 businesses...
Dan Bradbury - Owner of a Private Equity Group, Investor & Author
April 12, 2021 10:47 - 53 minutes - 49.7 MBDan is the owner of a private equity group and his primary focus is as an investor who specialises in taking companies already producing multiple six figures in revenue and accelerates their growth to over 10 million. Before the age of 30 Dan built and sold his first business for over £1Million. By 31, he turned around a U.S. company that became listed on the U.S. Stock Market for $4.3 Million. I’ve known Dan for around 6 years and we both share a love of numbers and finances; I have a lot...
Pete Daines – Founder, Chairman, Director of Coaching & Player at Yateley Silverbacks Basketball Club, Former GB Basketball U18 Team Manager, Head of Boys Sports at Yateley Manor, GB Over 45s Player
April 07, 2021 14:58 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBI’m really excited about today’s Podcast because we’re delving into the world of Sports. This week we have a professional basketball coach, elite player, club founder, and PE teacher Pete Daines (or Mr Daines as our kids know him as!). Pete set-up the Yateley Silverbacks Basketball Club 11 years ago and in that time the club has won five promotions, two League titles and four Play-off Championships with the adult sides and 8 various titles with the Junior squads. The club has mixed, male an...
Nigel Botterill - Serial Entrepreneur, Sunday Times Best Selling Author & UK’s Most Sought After Business Growth Expert
March 24, 2021 16:24 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBI’ve known Nigel for 10 years and been lucky enough to work with him as a Business Growth Adviser, shared the stage with him, helped judge his business awards and for the last few years have been his double act for his Masterminds. I’ve learned a lot from this guy; he’s the quickest implementor I know. There’s a famous quote by John Wanamaker: “Half the money I spend on advertising is wasted; the trouble is I don't know which half.” This epitomises everything Nigel focuses on – what he doe...
Alan Keane - Great Britain U20 Head Basketball Coach, Reading Rockets NBL D1 Head Coach, and JMA BasketballAcademy Head Coach
March 13, 2021 15:10 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBWe’re really excited to have Alan Keane from the world of Basketball on today’s Podcast. Our paths first crossed when we came to see the Reading Rockets – the basketball team Alan is Head Coach of – play the Nottingham Hoods back in March 1999. And then our daughter Lily, who plays for the Yateley Silverbacks Basketball Club U12s, was lucky enough to spend some time with Alan at a Summer Basketball Camp that Silverbacks Coach Pete Daines organised. I could have talked to Alan all day long an...
Nick Howes – Managing Director of LMI UK, part of the global Leadership Management International organisation
March 05, 2021 16:19 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBNick Howes is Managing Director of LMI UK, part of the global Leadership Management International organisation that has been developing leaders and managers for more than 50 years in 80+ countries. Nick joined the team in 2009 and has worked successfully with leaders and managers from across the SME spectrum as well as with large corporations and charities, being warmly received for his personable and flexible style, helping clients to achieve great results in accordance with their key goal...
Nina Alexander – National Vice President for Arbonne International, Business Owner & Reiki Master
February 26, 2021 17:38 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBAfter a successful 10-year career in Advertising and Media Sales, Nina Alexander retired from the corporate industry at the age of 28 after deciding that she wanted to spend the rest of her life being her own boss and having a more flexible work/life balance. Nina now runs two businesses successfully and flexibly around her 4 children, aged ten and under. Nina is one of a handful of National Vice Presidents in the UK for Arbonne International, her online business has experienced annual dou...
Rob Kerr – Founder of Project Future Outplacement Services & Author of ‘Project Future’
February 11, 2021 09:32 - 46 minutes - 43.2 MBRob Kerr had a number of false starts in his own career before finding his path. A project manager for over a decade, he set up his first business in 2014 to improve his own work and family life. Today, he works with aspiring entrepreneurs, contractors, and freelancers, supporting them through these critical decisions and showing them how to flourish on their own unique journey. Rob’s bestselling book ‘Project Future: 6 Steps to Success as Your Own Boss’ takes the inspiration from project...
Kelly Waters – Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of 101 Ways
February 04, 2021 17:06 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBBack in my corporate days there was a guy working as part of our team called Kelly Waters (if you’ve read I don’t work Fridays, then you’ll be familiar!). He was amazing, having started his journey on a YTS for an IT company, moving on to work for the local Council and then joining Glass’s Guide. He was technically very competent, but also a brilliant manager of people. I learned a lot from Kelly. Today, Kelly is Founder of 101 Ways, one of the most sought-after technology consultancies i...
Ash Taylor - Former Tennis Coach, Business Owner, Business Coach & Author
February 04, 2021 15:58 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBAsh has been coaching for over 35 years; originally a tennis coach, then for the last seven years a business coach. As well as previously running four successful tennis businesses, he founded The Business Clubhouse to support business owners. His new book ‘Hitting the Wall’ recently became an Amazon #1 bestseller. Key take-aways for business owners: - Letting go of the day-to-day. - Why it’s okay to make mistakes and what it leads to. - Ash’s best piece of advice for Leadership. - W...
Kate Lester – CEO of Diamond Logistics, Multi-Award-Winning Businesswoman & Published Author
February 04, 2021 15:39 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBKate, CEO of Diamond Logistics, is one of the most resilient, passionate and dedicated businesspersons we know! She’s been running her own business for almost 29 years – not only has she sustained this in a highly competitive and male-dominated industry, but she’s scaled it ten-fold. In February 2018 Kate became the first woman to be awarded the Services to Industry Award at the Institute of Couriers, awarded at the House of Lords in recognition of her services to the industry. We’re lucky...