Success on the South Coast

Luke Williams (Head of AI, Intergage Group): Keeping AI real - practical advice for utilising AI

Success on the South Coast is all about showcasing interesting people doing amazing things in the local community.
My guest for episode #13 is Luke Williams, the ‘Head of AI’ at Intergage Group.
Luke wanted to build robots when he was a kid and he’s maintained a passion for new technology ever since.
He has spent his whole career working in areas of digital innovation (from the early days of PPC/SEO, digital marketing, social media etc.) before making the natural transition into AI. 
The best thing about Luke is that he is focused on the practical use-cases and tools that businesses (and individuals) can use in order to make the most of AI today.
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In this episode we discuss:
• Practical use-cases of AI: Image to Text, Text to Image, Text to Video, Digital Avatars…• The accelerating pace of change in AI technology• How people’s willingness to accept AI will be the biggest barrier to it’s adoption• AI statement’s and why all businesses need one• Campfire, the new community Luke and Intergage has created in partnership with the Dorset Chamber to help businesses get the most from AI• Luke’s bucket list and how he ended up in the Guiness Book of World Records!• Luke’s view on the meaning of true Happiness & Success• How Luke makes his own luck by keeping his eyes open for new opportunities!
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00:00:00 - Intro ("A sunny new podcast...")00:00:26 - Guest Intro00:01:20 - Welcome… 00:02:27 - Luke's story so far: Application of new technology & training/coaching00:03:49 - Digital Innovation & Iconic South Coast Brands: (RNLI, Farrow & Ball)00:04:25 - Current applications of AI vs hyping what will appear in the future00:06:10 - Luke's initial interest in AI: Chat GPT v3 launch in November 202200:07:47 - Joining Intergage as 'Group Head of AI'00:08:47 - Setting the Scene: the pace of change is accelerating00:10:42 - Image to Text: AI analysis of photographs00:12:14 - Text to Image - the evolution over 18 months00:12:58 - Text to Video - "almost everyone believes it's real"00:15:07 - AI is already part of everyday life…00:19:30 - What is Generative AI?00:23:09 - Luke's interest in robotics & Tesla 'We Robot' event00:25:08 - People's willingness to accept AI as a barrier to it’s adoption00:29:57 - Current practical use-cases for AI00:38:06 - Digital Luke: Creating a digital avatar with HeyGen00:43:09 - What is an AI Statement?00:47:10 - The importance of AI Statements, procurement & ethics00:53:02 - Campfire: Intergage & Dorset Chamber's partnership to help businesses make the most of AI00:57:24 - Importance of AI Statements for existing & prospective employees00:57:59 - Campfire: Creating an online AI community & events01:00:09 - Campfire: feedback from the first IGNITE workshop01:01:54 - Luke's thoughts on the future of AI (in terms of the tech & the impact on jobs)01:06:22 - What is happiness?01:07:54 - Luke the Guiness World Record holder!01:11:30 - What is success?01:14:18 - Life by Misadventure - The Luck Factor01:18:18 - Thank you, guest links & wrap-up
GUEST Links:
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukewilliams• Luke’s ‘AI: Actionable Insights’ Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/ai-actionable-insights-7167913144122617857/
• Intergage Group Website: https://www.intergage.co.uk• Example AI Statement -  Intergage Group: https://www.intergage.co.uk/ai-statement
• Campfire - If you are interested in finding out more about the AI community ‘Campfire’ (Intergage’s partnership with the Dorset Chamber) that helps businesses get the most from AI, then check out:https://www.campfire-ai.com
Finally, you can start making your own luck (like Luke does!) by grabbing a copy of Richard Wiseman’s book ‘The Luck Factor’: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Luck-Factor-Scientific-Study-Lucky/dp/0099443244
SUCCESS ON THE SOUTH COAST Links:
YouTube is our primary platform, but Success on the South Coast is also available on all your favourite streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc)!
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successonthesouthcoast• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xo4ByqAqUlp7UHYOeBjWM• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-on-the-south-coast/id1760075408• YouTube Music/Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCOvHz8DkSa5PSX5yKCMCmHffqzMjYz-K
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successonthesouthcoast• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/successonthesouthcoast• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/success-on-the-south-coast
#LukeWilliams#Intergage#AI#TextToImage#TextToVideo#AIStatement#Campfire#DorsetChamber#DigitalAvatar#DigitalLuke#HeyGen#ElonMusk#TeslaOptimus#TheLuckFactor#RichardWiseman#Bournemouth#Christchurch#Poole#SuccessOnTheSouthCoast#SotSC#SouthCoastSuperstar#Happiness#Success
INTRO MUSIC: 'Generator' by CALL ME ANIMAL. 
If you like the sound of it, check out 'Arron Sans' (the singer/songwriter) at https://www.arronsans.com or https://www.instagram.com/arronsans.

Oscar Brooks (CEO, V88): The man having ‘fun’ at the helm of a $1m no-code agency

Success on the South Coast is all about showcasing interesting people doing amazing things in the local community.
My guest for episode #12 is Oscar Brooks, the tech entrepreneur who founded V88 (a ‘No-Code’ agency) at the age of 21. 
Oscar has gone on to become a thought leader in the No-Code space and V88 now has over 60 clients across 9 countries.
But what is even more impressive is how Oscar and the team at V88 are having so much fun on the journey!
I believe a lot of that success is due to Oscar & his leadership. Oscar is humble, honest and a real family man who also treats his team like family while ensuring they delight every customer.
Oscar is on a mission to spread the word of No-Code technology & transform businesses across the globe - this is the definitive interview about his story so far…
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In this episode we discuss:
• Oscar’s journey from Biochemist to No-Code entrepreneur• The challenges of managing a fast-growing business• How he keeps work fun despite the pressures of being a CEO• How V88 make their clients cry… with joy!• Advice for wannabe tech entrepreneurs• Oscar’s view on the meaning of true Happiness & Success
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00:00:00 - Intro ("A sunny new podcast...")00:00:26 - Guest Intro00:01:44 - Welcome… 00:03:19 - Biochemist turned No-Code entrepreneur - How Oscar originally got into biochemistry00:06:24 - How Oscar at age 20 was impacted by the Social Media portrayal of 'success' 00:09:52 - What is 'No-Code' (and 'Low-Code')00:11:49 - How long has No-Code been around for? Wordpress & Calendly00:13:16 - No-Code in its current guise, its rapid maturation & development of platform00:14:46 - No-Code Tools: Flutter Flow, Bubble, Glide, Stacker, No Loco, Retool, Web Flow etc00:15:34 - Benefits of No-Code v traditional software development00:19:44 - No-Code challenges/limitations00:24:49 - The V88 Story: How Oscar discovered No-Code & origins of the agency00:29:47 - Discovering 'Glide' & Jack Vaughn00:32:11 - The first apps Oscar built for his own use: Workout tracker, To-Do's etc.00:33:17 - Launch of V88 in 2021 & first clients00:35:59 - Company ethos: "The customer must be delighted"00:38:11 - How the strategy was a natural evolution00:39:38 - V88's ideal customers - established businesses needing to streamline processes00:42:41 - V88 target sectors: Real estate, construction, property management & legal00:44:47 - How no-code has opened up a new market for custom solutions00:46:22 - International growth - doing business in every continent00:48:43 - Oscar's favourite project: Reform Alliance00:52:11 - What's next in the V88 journey?00:56:35 - AI & AI's Glide component generator01:01:47 - Oscar's favourite part of being CEO of V88: Sales & the team01:04:54 - Transition to CEO role & building a team01:07:08 - Challenges of growing a business01:10:08 - Oscar's leadership style - "we're part of a family & on the same mission"01:14:16 - Company culture - maintaining the vibe as V88 grows ("focus on bringing in the right people")01:17:21 - The importance of having a mentor01:19:17 - The benefits of having a mentor01:20:36 - The importance of partnerships to Oscar & V8801:22:20 - V88's partnership with Glide01:25:39 - Oscar's advice for wannabe tech entrepreneurs01:30:33 - How Oscar manages stress and keeps it fun01:34:07 - What gets Oscar excited outside of work - family01:36:03 - What is happiness?01:37:02 - What is business success?01:39:48 - What is personal success?01:41:24 - Life by Misadventure - "knowing when to say no"01:45:33 - Thank you, guest links & wrap-up
GUEST Links:
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscar-brooks-39b19712a• Website: https://www.v88.co.uk• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/v88apps
If you want to learn more about the technology we discuss (no-code & AI) plus the ‘Glide’ platform and why Oscar is hiring a “new breed” of software developer, check out this interview by Jack Vaughan (Education and Video at Glide): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6p4wlOMAPE
SUCCESS ON THE SOUTH COAST Links:
YouTube is our primary platform, but Success on the South Coast is also available on all your favourite streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc)!
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successonthesouthcoast• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xo4ByqAqUlp7UHYOeBjWM• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-on-the-south-coast/id1760075408• YouTube Music/Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCOvHz8DkSa5PSX5yKCMCmHffqzMjYz-K
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successonthesouthcoast• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/successonthesouthcoast• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/success-on-the-south-coast
#nocode#lowcode#V88#OscarBrooks#Entrepreneur#StartUp#Glide#JackVaughan#SoftwareDevelopment#Bournemouth#Christchurch#Poole#SuccessOnTheSouthCoast#SotSC#SouthCoastSuperstar#Happiness#Success
INTRO MUSIC: 'Generator' by CALL ME ANIMAL. 
If you like the sound of it, check out 'Arron Sans' (the singer/songwriter) at https://www.arronsans.com or https://www.instagram.com/arronsans.

Radi Nikolov (Filmmaker & ‘Screams by the Sea’ Festival Director): Making movie magic in BCP

My guest for episode #11 is Radi Nikolov, a filmmaker from Bulgaria who is now a leading man in BCP’s thriving film community.
Radi is also the founder & Director of ‘Screams by the Sea’, an independent horror & genre film festival hosted in the heart of Bournemouth.
As you might imagine from a filmmaker, Radi is a fantastic storyteller so sit back, grab your popcorn and…
Action!
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In this episode we discuss:
• Studying Film Production at the prestigious Arts University Bournemouth (AUB)• The advantages of being part of BCP’s tight-knit filmmaking community• Advice for young filmmakers• Radi’s latest project, a feature film version of his popular short DEADLY SCARE• Radi’s plans to make Screams by the Sea a destination on the global film festival circuit• How Screams by the Sea saved Andy Edwards (director of PUNCH) next film…• Radi’s view on the meaning of true Happiness & Success• The ‘trucker wisdom’ Radi picked up while on a road trip to Texas!
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00:00:00 - Intro ("A sunny new podcast...")00:00:26 - Guest Intro00:01:45 - Welcome… 00:02:23 - Backstory… How writing led to Radi's start in filmmaking00:04:34 - Radi's family history in Engineering & studying Robotics00:05:15 - Search for "filmmaking friends" and Arts University Bournemouth (AUB)00:06:23 - Lessons learned from the AUB Masters course - the industry & importance of 'pitching'00:07:34 - The importance of promotion00:08:27 - The Bournemouth Filmmaking Community00:09:53 - The benefits of a tight-knit local filmmaking community00:11:13 - BCP Film Office & the fantastic locations available in the local area00:11:45 - Radi's Short Film projects shot locally in Bournemouth…00:12:02 - HEARSE BUDDIES and the origin of the concept…00:13:40 - Support from local businesses providing locations00:15:13 - DOUBT BUYS THE WHISKY and the themes that run through Radis work00:17:35 - Working with Doug Cockle, the voice of the Witcher from the Video Games00:18:07 - Radi's latest project - a feature film version of DEADLY SCARE00:19:26 - Why Radi chose DEADLY SCARE for his first feature film project00:22:57 - Plans to shoot the feature DEADLY SCARE in Bournemouth00:24:23 - Radi's ultimate career goals…00:26:08 - Radi's dream project - working with HBO00:27:31 - SCREAMS BY THE SEA: About the Festival00:30:17 - SCREAMS BY THE SEA: Screenwriting Competition00:30:49 - SCREAMS BY THE SEA: Screenwriting Competition - 2024 Winner00:33:45 - SCREAMS BY THE SEA: International reach00:34:29 - SCREAMS BY THE SEA: Inaugural 2024 festival & call from BBC Radio00:35:36 - How  SCREAMS BY THE SEA saved Andy Edward's next movie…00:38:02 - SCREAMS BY THE SEA: Bigger & better for 202500:42:17 - SCREAMS BY THE SEA - Marketing & Sponsorship opportunities for local businesses00:44:00 - SCREAMS BY THE SEA: Plans for the future… making the festival a destination00:46:14 - What is happiness? 00:47:45 - What is success?00:50:37 - Why artists must not measure their value by the 'success' of their art00:53:54 - Skills for Success - Develop a thickskin & build connections00:56:53 - Advice for young filmmakers - find that one thing that you are passionate about00:57:58 - Life by Misadventure: Story #1: Running & focusing only on the next step forward01:01:00 - Life by Misadventure: Story #2: Trucker Wisdom - Ask for help & give genuine compliments01:04:16 - Thank you, guest links & wrap-up
GUEST Links:
• Website: https://www.rnikolov.co.uk• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radi_nikolov_• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Parallelvideos• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radi-nikolov-b42b93182
Watch Radi’s short films…
• HEARSE BUDDIES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af3otVNwEiA• DEADLY SCARE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4ZMFHk0yMI
SCREAMS BY THE SEA Links• Website: http://www.screamsbythesea.co.uk• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/screamsbythesea
‘Script-to-Screen’ Screenwriting Competition - win a fully-funded production deal!Submit your entry at https://filmfreeway.com/SCREAMSBYTHESEA
SUCCESS ON THE SOUTH COAST Links:
YouTube is our primary platform, but Success on the South Coast is also available on all your favourite streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc)!
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successonthesouthcoast• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xo4ByqAqUlp7UHYOeBjWM• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-on-the-south-coast/id1760075408• YouTube Music/Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCOvHz8DkSa5PSX5yKCMCmHffqzMjYz-K
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successonthesouthcoast• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/successonthesouthcoast• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/success-on-the-south-coast
#FilmDirector#FilmStar#ScreamsByTheSea#AndyEdwards#DougCockle#HorrorFilm#GenreFilm#Screenwriting#Creative#Film#FilmOffice#BCPFilmOffice#ArtsUniversityBournemouth#AUB#Bournemouth#Christchurch#Poole#FilmProduction#SuccessOnTheSouthCoast#SotSC#SouthCoastSuperstar#Happiness#Success#TruckerWisdom
INTRO MUSIC: 'Generator' by CALL ME ANIMAL. 
If you like the sound of it, check out 'Arron Sans' (the singer/songwriter) at https://www.arronsans.com or https://www.instagram.com/arronsans.

James Benson-King (Explorer & Adventurer): Harnessing the Power of Grit - From Alaska to Argentina

When I first came up with the concept for Success on the South Coast, I was determined to shine a light on people from a wide variety of backgrounds from the arts, business & community projects.
However, it never crossed my mind that I would meet someone like James Benson-King, my guest for episode #10 (a very special milestone!).
James is an Explorer & Adventurer who goes by the name of ‘The Biking Viking’ for his endurance cycling challenges. 
Having completed a 20,000 mile cycle tour from Alaska to Argentina, James is taking it to the next level for his next adventure: he plans to be the first human to cycle across Antarctica (yes, cycle… on an actual bike!)
In this fantastic conversation, James shares amazing stories from his escapades: cycling 500 miles with one leg, evading Narco’s in Mexico & supporting a world record breaking hand-biker in India.
James is also a “resilience cultivator”, content creator and event speaker who is on a mission “to inspire and empower others to embrace adventure, push their limits and pursue their dreams”, so look out for advice on how to cultivate your own resilience, push through challenges and pursue your own dreams.
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In this episode we discuss:
• James early days, childhood heart condition and successful corporate career• His transformation into 'the Biking Viking'• Stories from his 20,000 mile cycle tour from Alaska to Argentina• How to overcome mental & physical challenges… and how James cycled over 500 miles across Mexico with one leg!• Inspiration to help others pursue their own dreams• James’s (double!) world record-breaking plans to be the first human to cycle across Antarctica• James’s view on the meaning of true Happiness & Success
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00:00:00 - Intro ("A sunny new podcast...")00:00:26 - Guest Intro00:01:56 - Welcome… 00:02:24 - James's origin story: his corporate career and early success00:06:16 - Sliding Doors moment - meeting a cycle tourer in Myanmar00:09:35 - James's  early years & first taste of adventure00:12:20 - Alaska to Argentina: 20,000 mile cycling adventure00:14:07 - Alaska to Argentina: the route00:15:15 - Resilience and the importance of community00:16:03 - Transforming into 'the Biking Viking'00:19:00 - Alaska to Argentina: Mental preparation00:22:21 - Alaska to Argentina: Key challenges00:22:59 - Cycling 500 miles on one leg in Mexico00:27:07 - Dealing with 60mph winds in Southern Patagonia (Argentina)00:32:13 - Alaska to Argentina: Key lessons00:32:36 - Pre-trip preparation: Flicking the Switch00:34:19 - Keep pushing forward: Just do what you can do!00:36:00 - Motivation: 'Cardiac Risk in the Young' charity00:37:58 - Alaska to Argentina: Importance of biking community00:41:01 - Skills for Success: Determination00:44:04 - Unlock your potential: Advice to help others pursue their dreams…00:46:31 - Alaska to Argentina: completing the journey un-supported00:47:41 - Skills for Success: Managing the logistics00:49:58 - Personal safety & navigating danger in South America00:51:34 - Narco HQ & military lockdown following the capture of El Chapo's son00:57:37 - Genuine danger in Belize: random acts of violence01:01:13 - Another adventure: supporting a Hand Biking world record attempt in India01:05:28 - Antarctica: "a transformative experience"01:06:04 - Skills for Success: Forgiving yourself01:08:10 - Next BIG project: world record-breaking plans to be the first human to cycle across Antarctica01:14:17 - Antarctica: preparation for a next-level adventure..01:17:10 - Antarctica: content creation & promo01:18:01 - Antarctica: sponsorship & fund-raising01:19:47 - Can individuals cultivate grit or resilience?01:22:41 - Tools & techniques to help cultivate resilience01:25:06 - How James's experiences benefit individuals & organisations?01:27:26 - What is happiness?01:29:11 - Gratitude & enjoying the journey01:31:30 - Juggling relationships with globe-trotting adventures01:33:41 - What is success?01:35:55 - Life by Misadventure - learn to forgive yourself01:37:55 - Thank you, guest links & wrap-up
 
GUEST Links:
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-benson-king-8a186285• Website: https://www.bikingvikingrides.co.uk• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bikingvikingrides• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bikingvikingrides
SUCCESS ON THE SOUTH COAST Links:
YouTube is our primary platform, but Success on the South Coast is also available on all your favourite streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc)!
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successonthesouthcoast• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xo4ByqAqUlp7UHYOeBjWM• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-on-the-south-coast/id1760075408• YouTube Music/Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCOvHz8DkSa5PSX5yKCMCmHffqzMjYz-K
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successonthesouthcoast• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/successonthesouthcoast• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/success-on-the-south-coast
#TheBikingViking#CycleTouring#AlaskaToArgentina#Antarctica#Grit#Resilience#ResilienceCultivator#Positivity#SuccessOnTheSouthCoast#SotSC
#SouthCoastSuperstar#Happiness#Success#UnlockYourPotential#PursueYourDreams
 
INTRO MUSIC: 'Generator' by CALL ME ANIMAL. 
If you like the sound of it, check out 'Arron Sans' (the singer/songwriter) at https://www.arronsans.com or https://www.instagram.com/arronsans.

Simone Ippolito (Bring Community Power & Dorset Wine Festival): Leaving everything on the court

When I came up with the concept for Success on the South Coast, Simone Ippolito was the first name on my wishlist of guests.
I first came across his name when I read an article in the local paper about the inaugural meeting of ‘Bring Community Power’. I was immediately intrigued by this ‘Italian guy’ who was spearheading a group driving positive change in Bournemouth. 
After digging deeper, I discovered Simone is an ex-pro basketball player and also the man behind numerous projects, including the ‘Dorset Wine Festival’.
Simone speaks from the heart so grab a glass of wine (preferably a good Italian red), sit back and enjoy!
Salute!
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In this episode we discuss:
• Developing a winning work ethic & mindset• Simone’s journey from the basketball courts of Italy to the beaches of Bournemouth• How Bournemouth has made Simone the man he is• How Michael Jordan inspired Simone's entrepreneurial journey• Simone's family history in wine & the birth of Winederful• The ‘Bring Community Power’ mission • Why the ‘Dorset Wine Festival’ will blow your mind!
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00:00:00 - Intro ("A sunny new podcast...")00:00:26 - Guest Intro00:01:57 - Welcome… buongiorno!00:04:19 - Backstory… pro Basket ball career back home in Italy00:06:21 - Move to Bournemouth - bringing the sunshine00:11:06 - What success meant to Simone when he landed in Bournemouth?00:12:07 - How Bournemouth has made Simone the man he is00:14:11 - Do everything the best you can!00:15:45 - Like & Subscribe00:16:01 - Developing the work ethic & mindset: 00:19:26 - Bring Community Power (BCP) - origin…00:23:43 - If you're not part of the solution, you're part of the problem00:26:12 - Bring Community Power (BCP) - the mission00:27:05 - Bring Community Power (BCP) - who's involved00:28:10 - Bring Community Power (BCP) - the projects00:29:32 - Bring Community Power (BCP) - future plans00:31:10 - Winederful & Simone's family history in wine00:32:40 - How Michael Jordan inspired Simone's entrepreneurial journey…00:33:54 - Capp (Simone's Covid capacity mgt / track & trace NHS app)00:34:47 - Simone's fast-track into business…00:36:30 - Why Simone has learned to embrace failure00:38:12 - The birth of Winederful & Ippolito 184500:42:26 - Dorset Wine Festival (DWF) & South Coast Wines00:47:10 - Dorset is home & how lucky people are to live on the South Coast00:49:15 - About Dorset Wine Festival: Highcliffe Castle & the visitor experience00:52:19 - Simone wants to "see everyone succeed" & importance of the team00:54:34 - Enjoying thejourney & "pinch-me moments"00:55:28 - Challenges of running a festival…00:59:11 - Partnering successfully with Local authorities00:59:56 - Don't be afraid to ask & importance of being polite!01:01:56 - ADHD, how to keep a balance & avoid burn-out01:03:57 - Importance of having the right partner for support01:04:42 - What is happiness?01:05:57 - Dealing with difficult times… and the dangers of social media01:08:57 - What is success?01:10:27 - Thank you, guest links & wrap-up
GUEST Links:
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simone-ippolito/• Winederful: https://winederful.uk/
DORSET WINE FESTIVAL• Website: https://dorsetwinefestival.org/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dorsetwinefestival/• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dorsetwinefest• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dorsetwinefest
BRING COMMUNITY POWER• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2026958411038295• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bringcommunitypower/• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bringcommunitypower
SUCCESS ON THE SOUTH COAST Links:
YouTube is our primary platform, but Success on the South Coast is also available on all your favourite streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc)!
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successonthesouthcoast• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xo4ByqAqUlp7UHYOeBjWM• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-on-the-south-coast/id1760075408• YouTube Music/Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCOvHz8DkSa5PSX5yKCMCmHffqzMjYz-K
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successonthesouthcoast• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/successonthesouthcoast• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/success-on-the-south-coast
#BringCommunityPower#BCP#BournemouthChristchurchPoole#BlameCulture#StopPointingAFinger#CallToAction#HardWorkBeatsTalent#MichaelJordan#ithadtobetheshoes#VoteSimone#TeamIppolito#DorsetWineFestival#Ippolito1885#Winederful#ViniContini#EnglishOak#HighcliffeCastle
 
INTRO MUSIC: 'Generator' by CALL ME ANIMAL. 
If you like the sound of it, check out 'Arron Sans' (the singer/songwriter) at https://www.arronsans.com or https://www.instagram.com/arronsans.

Paul Kinkaid (Leadership Advisor, Forensic Outcomes): Great leadership comes from a position of care

Success on the South Coast is all about showcasing interesting people doing amazing things in the local community.
My guest for episode #8 is Paul Kinkaid (Leadership Advisor, Forensic Outcomes), a retired senior officer in the British Army (who commanded elite teams in 44 countries on 5 continents over a 20-year career) who now shares his experience with organisations to “help good leaders get better”.
Paul is also an International Speaker, an Executive Coach and the bestselling author of ‘Forensic Leadership: The Traces We Leave Behind’ (released in July 2024), an exploration of his innovative leadership approach inspired by the principles of forensic science.
 
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In this episode we discuss:
• How forensic science inspired Paul’s innovative leadership framework• The 3 principles of ‘Forensic Leadership’: Care, Notice & Transparency• Leading during times of change or uncertainty• How being conscious, deliberate, and intentional makes you a better leader• Paul’s thoughts on the meaning of true Happiness (a sense of belonging, authenticity, love & joy))• Paul’s view of Success (the ‘freedom’ of time)• Life by Misadventure - a reminder to live in the moment
 
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00:00:00 - Intro ("A sunny new podcast...")00:00:26 - Guest Intro.00:01:35 - Welcome…00:02:57 - Backstory in Military & early leadership experiences00:05:38 - Are people born leaders?00:06:47 - How does the military select leaders?00:09:07 - The 1st great leader Paul met…00:10:44 - What success meant to Paul in his early military career00:12:35 - Lessons for leading during uncertainty…00:15:49 - Jocko Willink on 'intent'00:16:55 - Dealing with failure or traumatic life events…00:19:45 - Importance of Reflection for elite teams00:20:55 - How do you support others going through difficult times?00:22:44 - Lack of leadership training in Corporate environments00:26:33 - Daniel Pink's book 'Drive' and 3 intrinsic motivators00:26:59 - How Paul knew it was time to leave the army00:33:51 - Surprises in the corporate world?00:36:12 - Switch from 'Selfless Leadership' to 'Forensic Outcomes'00:36:41 - Development of 'Forensic Leadership'…00:37:57 - Dr. Edmond Locard: the father of forensic science00:39:33 - Every contact leaves a trace00:41:22 - The 3 Principles of 'Forensic Leadership'00:41:32 - Forensic Leadership: Principle #1 - Care00:42:43 - Debunking the myth of military leadership (Command & control)00:44:14 - How do you cultivate 'care' in a corporate environment?00:46:37 - Can you teach a leader to care?00:48:41 - Forensic Leadership: Principle #2 - Notice00:49:51 - "The absence of the normal & presence of the abnormal"00:51:46 - Forensic Leadership: Principle #3 - Transparency00:52:10 - Three approaches to transparency inc. Radical transparency00:53:34 - Finding the sweet spot of 'appropriate transparency'00:56:04 - When did you last talk about leadership?00:58:27 - "Slow is smooth & smooth is fast"01:00:07 - Red traces and impact on motivation01:04:44 - Forensic Outcomes & work with organisations01:07:39 - Warning signs of organisations not ready for Forensic Leadership01:09:40 - How important is charisma in a leader?01:11:40 - Can teams be effective with poor leaders?01:13:27 - What is happiness?02:14:47 - What is success?01:16:21 - Skills for Success - Calm, patience & curiousity01:20:27 - Life by Misadventure - live in the moment01:23:41 - Thank you, guest links & wrap-up
GUEST Links:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulkinkaid• Website: https://forensicoutcomes.com• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forensicoutcomes
• Buy Paul’s book ‘Forensic Leadership: The Traces We Leave Behind’: amzn.eu/d/01BO5Crd
SUCCESS ON THE SOUTH COAST Links:
YouTube is our primary platform, but Success on the South Coast is also available on all your favourite streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc)!
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successonthesouthcoast• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xo4ByqAqUlp7UHYOeBjWM• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-on-the-south-coast/id1760075408• YouTube Music/Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCOvHz8DkSa5PSX5yKCMCmHffqzMjYz-K
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successonthesouthcoast• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/successonthesouthcoast• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/success-on-the-south-coast
#leadership#leadershipdevelopment #KeepitGreen#EdmondLocard#LocardExchangePrinciple#ForensicScience#ForensicOutcomes#GreenTraces#JockoWillink#DanielPink#LeadershipPrinciples#LeadershipCulture#AdaptiveLeadership#HighPerformingTeams
 
INTRO MUSIC: 'Generator' by CALL ME ANIMAL. 
If you like the sound of it, check out 'Arron Sans' (the singer/songwriter) at https://www.arronsans.com or https://www.instagram.com/arronsans.

Erin Thomas Wong (Life-Friendly Business): Helping female solopreneurs create success on their terms

Success on the South Coast is all about showcasing interesting people doing amazing things in the local community.
My guest for episode #7 is Erin Thomas Wong, the ‘Life Friendly Business Mentor’, who helps women build successful businesses without sacrificing time with their families, or their wellbeing.
Erin is also an International Speaker, the author of 'Mumpreneur Evolution', the host of The Life-Friendly Business Podcast and she was recently recognised as a Top 100 #iAlso UK Female Founder.
Erin has helped 1000s of women build successful businesses, but many of the issues and lessons we discuss are universal…
I joked that I might not be her normal target audience, but I  learned so much about the unspoken truths of motherhood, the ‘invisible load’ that many women carry and ‘matrescence’… I’d urge all of you guys out there to stay tuned in!
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In this episode we discuss:
• Erin’s career in TV & how having children led her to carve a different path as an entrepreneur• The Rose Review (an independent review of female entrepreneurship in the UK) and the key challenges to female entrepreneurs• The 7 key principles of a ‘Life-Friendly Business’• Erin’s thoughts on the meaning of true Happiness (having a sense of purpose & the pleasures of a good cup of coffee)• Erin view of Success (the ‘freedom’ to focus on things that she love’s and flexibility)• Life by Misadventure - how ex pat life taught Erin that home (now Bournemouth) is where the heart is
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0:00:00 - Intro ("A sunny new podcast...")0:00:26 - Guest Intro00:01:47 - Welcome…00:02:27 - Backstory & work in TV00:03:57 - The catalyst for starting a new business…00:04:56 - Erin's view of Success in her mid-20's00:06:40 - Erin's first business & Ealing Mum's in Business00:08:47 - Adventures in Abu Dhabi & move to Bournemouth00:09:59 - Best things about life in Bournemouth00:11:35 - What is a 'Life-Friendly Business'?00:13:24 - The Rose Review00:15:27 - The 5 key challenges facing female entrepreneurs00:16:31 - Building a business as a solopreneur00:17:57 - Dealing with imposter syndrome00:20:42 - Imperfect action beats perfect inaction00:21:27 - Importance of putting your face out there!00:23:42 - The Invisible Load00:26:17 - The challenges of being a Mumpreneur00:27:33 - The Identity Shift00:28:42 - Matrescence, the process of becoming a Mother00:31:27 - Lack of relatable mentors & support networks00:32:27 - Juggling business with being a Mum00:36:32 - The 2023 Rose Review: progress of young entrepreneurs…00:38:42 - The 7 Principles of Life-Friendly Business00:39:08 - (1) Flexibility00:40:19 - (2) Doing something that energises & inspires00:42:17 - (3) Supports the Income you need/desire00:42:27 - Defining your own vision of success00:44:11 - Ensuring your business model is viable00:46:21 - (4) Running your business 'on your own terms'00:46:52 - Importance of setting boundaries00:52:52 - (5) Be the best boss you can be to yourself00:55:52 - Importance of buffer time00:57:02 - (6) Strategically relies on support00:59:02 - (7) Be super time savvy00:59:57 - CEO time & making time for strategy01:02:04 - The benefits of a mentor…01:03:53 - Consultant vs Coach vs Mentor01:05:27 - Erin's book 'Mumpreneur Evolution'01:07:42 - Community & events in Bournemouth01:10:21 - The type of client's Erin works with…01:12:26 - What is happiness?01:15:41 - What is success?01:19:02 - Skills for Success - be the best version of you!01:23:17 - Life by Misadventure - 01:25:52 - Thank you, guest links & wrap-up
GUEST Links:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinthomaswong• Website: https://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifefriendlybiz
THE LIFE-FRIENDLY BUSINESS Podcast Episodes:
• Ep 63 - The Unspoken Truth About Motherhoodhttps://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/podcasts/life-friendly-business-podcast/episodes/2148681394
• Ep 67 - The Invisible Loadhttps://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/podcasts/life-friendly-business-podcast/episodes/2148722170
SUCCESS ON THE SOUTH COAST Links:
YouTube is our primary platform, but Success on the South Coast is also available on all your favourite streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc)!
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successonthesouthcoast• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xo4ByqAqUlp7UHYOeBjWM• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-on-the-south-coast/id1760075408• YouTube Music/Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCOvHz8DkSa5PSX5yKCMCmHffqzMjYz-K
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successonthesouthcoast• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/success-on-the-south-coast
#lifefriendlybusiness#fentrepreneur#invisibleload#rosereview#Matrescence #mumpreneur#MumpreneurEvolution#mumsinbusiness#iAlso100
 
INTRO MUSIC: 'Generator' by CALL ME ANIMAL. 
If you like the sound of it, check out 'Arron Sans' (the singer/songwriter) at https://www.arronsans.com or https://www.instagram.com/arronsans.

FAKE A SMILE (Rock 'n' Roll Band): From the Rafters to centre stage

Success on the South Coast is all about showcasing interesting people doing amazing things in the local community.
Bournemouth Band FAKE A SMILE are enjoying a main character moment.
Fresh from releasing their second E.P. ‘From the Rafters’, I sat down with the band to discuss how they got together, recording in L.A. with Mercury Prize-winning producer Gianluca Buccellati and what success means to the band at this stage of their career.
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In this episode we discuss:
• How the band got together• The South Coast music scene & moving to London• Recording in LA with Mercury Prize-winning producer Gianluca Buccellati• The highlights of their journey so far…• What ‘Success ‘ means to the band at this stage of their career
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0:00:00 - Intro ("A sunny new podcast...")0:00:26 - Guest Intro00:01:41 - Welcome…00:02:19 - Band member introductions…00:02:41 - How the band got together00:04:26 - First Recordings (‘Over & Over’)00:05:06 - Initial inspirations (“crazy aussies”)00:05:31 - Matt joining & becoming a 4-piece00:07:56 - The turning point00:08:41 - Sliding Doors moment (meeting producer Gianluca Buccellati)00:11:11 - Take your shot!00:11:47 - Luca’s initial move to London…00:12:36 - Importance of the band-producer relationship00:13:56 - The ‘what if?’ - making your own luck00:15:31 - Move to London makes it feel real00:16:36 - The Band Name00:17:26 - Recording with producer Gianluca Buccellati00:18:06 - Gianluca’s influence on the FAKE A SMILE sound 00:19:43 - Ryan the one-take wonder!00:20:46 - Recording ‘Shoot Me to the Moon’ E.P.  in L.A.00:22:41 - Dealing with imposter syndrome…00:23:11 - ‘Shoot Me to the Moon’ title track & Led Zeppelin influence00:25:19 - Luca’s love of the ‘Art of Songwriting’00:26:26 - Working on new material…00:27:31 - The band’s recording process00:29:16 - The band recommends a track for new listeners!00:31:41 - Establishing a signature sound & musical development00:33:36 - FAKE A SMILE describe their sound (“A garage band floating in space.”)00:34:21 - The melting pot of influences…00:35:06 - Recommending GEESE, the New York rockers00:36:21 - Ryan’s background in Gospel and R&B drumming00:37:31 - Inspiration for the lyrics & the band’s favourite lyrics00:43:31 - Who is SNOW WHITE!?00:45:16 - The Record Deal with TEMPLE & Mike Clemenza (B3SCI RECORDS)00:46:31 - Love of albums & album plans00:48:06 - Cover art & the artist (Serena Giame from Italy)00:50:44 - The Live Show00:56:52 - The local Bournemouth music scene… and video shoots00:59:50 - Move to London01:00:50 - Not all sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll… juggling the band with work & relationships01:05:00 - Importance of support from friends & family01:07:02 - Band of Brothers… individual roles & band mission01:08:42 - HIghlights of the journey so far…01:13:45 - What is success?01:19:05 - Life by Misadventure - importance of following your dreams & dealing with rejection01:23:34 - Thank you, guest links & wrap-up
GUEST Links:• Linktree: https://linktr.ee/FakeASmile• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fakeasmileband• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3sHwzQ71N1kblQD9D2WxDm?si=Cyap1el1RWG-VxdcI5j4eA
The ‘Shoot MeTo the Moon’ E.P. artwork was produced by Serena Giamè (https://www.instagram.com/s.giame).
SUCCESS ON THE SOUTH COAST Links:
YouTube is our primary platform, but Success on the South Coast is also available on all your favourite streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc)!
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successonthesouthcoast• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xo4ByqAqUlp7UHYOeBjWM• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-on-the-south-coast/id1760075408• YouTube Music/Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCOvHz8DkSa5PSX5yKCMCmHffqzMjYz-K
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successonthesouthcoast• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/success-on-the-south-coast
#fakeasmile#shootmetothemoon#fromtherafters#GianlucaBuccellati#SouthCoast#rocknroll#success
INTRO MUSIC: 'Generator' by CALL ME ANIMAL. 
If you like the sound of it, check out 'Arron Sans' (the singer/songwriter) at https://www.arronsans.com or https://www.instagram.com/arronsans.

Nick Fewings (Teamworkologist): Decoding the DNA of high-performing teams

Success on the South Coast is all about showcasing interesting people doing amazing things in the local community.
My guest for episode #5 is Nick Fewings, a ‘Teamworkologist’ (definition: a person who studies the dynamics of teamwork) who has helped hundreds of teams around the world improve their effectiveness and achieve greater success (which is the name of the game around here!).
Did you know:• 40% of teams are dysfunctional, only 10% are high performing, and 50% are merely average• 80% of teams do NOT measure their effectiveness• LinkedIn featured ’Teamwork’ in their ‘Top 10 In-Demand Skills for 2024’
So it’s a good job we have Nick around to help put us back on the path to high-performing teamwork!
Nick, who is originally from Plymouth (up the Pilgrims!), created the ‘Team DyNAmics Model’, a tool used to measure team effectiveness, before sharing his wisdom in the best-selling book TEAM LEAD SUCCEED.
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In this episode we discuss:
• How Nick became a Teamworkologist (and its etymology)• Nick’s back-story & how he became an ‘accidental manager’• The CMI & YouGov Leadership Study revealing that “82% of managers/leaders in UK PLC don't have any formal training”• How a lack of training sparked Nick’s fascination with teamwork• LinkedIn’s ‘Top 10 In-Demand Skills for 2024’ (which included ‘Teamwork’)• The impact of poor leadership on the individual manager and their teams• The most common challenges resulting in dysfunctional teams• The importance of making time for team ‘reflection’• The ‘Who’ & the ‘How’ of effective teamwork• The importance of people skills (85% of your success is down to people skills and only 15% due to technical skills)• Heterogeneous teams and the benefits of Behavioural Diversity• The model Nick developed to ‘measure overall team effectiveness’ (Team DyNAmics)• FEWINGS v SIMON SINEK: Why PURPOSE is #1 when it comes to team effectiveness (start with WHAT, not WHY!)• How to ensure TEAM MEETINGS are effective• VISION and creating a team ‘Vision Statement’• TRANSFORMATION - the ultimate goal for all teams…• Our Team Synergy - how to facilitate your own teamwork reviews• Nick’s new role as a Harvard Business Review ‘Advisory Council Member’• Nick’s thoughts on the meaning of true Happiness & Success• Ikigai & how Nick has hit the bullseye!• Life by Misadventure
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0:00:00 - Intro ("A sunny new podcast...")0:00:26 - Guest Intro00:01:17 - Welcome…00:02:15 - Etymology of Teamworkologist00:03:27 - Nick’s back-story & how he became an ‘accidental manager’00:05:57 - CMI & YouGov Leadership Study00:06:52 - The spark of interest in teamwork00:08:57 - The meaning of success at the start of Nick’s career00:10:17 - LinkedIn ‘Top 10 In-Demand Skills for 2024’00:10:47 - Lack of evolution in teamwork over 30 years00:11:42 - The cost of poor leadership00:13:17 - Teams are the constant, managers are temporary00:14:09 - Everybody in a team has a voice, not just the leader00:15:05 - Only 10% of teams are high-performing00:18:40 - What makes teams dysfunctional?00:19:45 - The importance of team ‘reflection’00:23:20 - ‘Who’ is in your team?00:24:00 - Importance of people skills v technical skills00:25:27 - Advantage of heterogeneous teams00:26:25 - Impact of Carl Yung on Nick’s approach00:27:07 - Paradigm shifts - appreciating behavioural diversity 00:28:17 - Team DyNAmics model - the DNA of teams00:33:17 - PURPOSE is the #1 element00:35:55 - Effective TEAM MEETINGS00:40:27 - VISION & Vision Statements00:45:02 - TRANSFORMATION - continual improvement00:49:12 - DIVERSITY - the  importance of behavioural diversity 00:54:37 - Our Team Synergy00:59:40 - ‘Advisory Council Member’ for the Harvard Business Review 01:01:26 - What is happiness?01:03:17 - Ikigai01:05:20 - What is success? Millionaire in Memories!01:06:23 - Skills for Success - advice from Mum!01:08:48 - Life by Misadventure - humour doesn't always travel!01:12:47 - Thank you, guest links & wrap-up
GUEST Links:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickfewings/• Ngagement Works: https://ngagementworks.com• Our Team Synergy: https://ourteamsynergyresourcehub.my.canva.site• Buy Nick’s book TEAM LEAD SUCCEED: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Team-Lead-Succeed-high-performance-teamwork/dp/1739757203• Nick’s other passion is photography - see his pics here: https://unsplash.com/@jannerboy62
SUCCESS ON THE SOUTH COAST Links:
YouTube is our primary platform, but Success on the South Coast is also available on all your favourite streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc)!
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successonthesouthcoast• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xo4ByqAqUlp7UHYOeBjWM• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-on-the-south-coast/id1760075408• YouTube Music/Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCOvHz8DkSa5PSX5yKCMCmHffqzMjYz-K
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successonthesouthcoast• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/success-on-the-south-coast
#teamwork#teamworkologist#TeamDyNAmics#carlyung#simonsinek#HarvardBusinessReview#culture#southcoast
 
INTRO MUSIC: 'Generator' by CALL ME ANIMAL. 
If you like the sound of it, check out 'Arron Sans' (the singer/songwriter) at https://www.arronsans.com or https://www.instagram.com/arronsans.

Dominic Wong - Creating Magic: From Harry Potter to the Bournemouth Writing Festival

Success on the South Coast is all about showcasing interesting people doing amazing things in the local community.
My guest for episode #4 is Dominic Wong, an award-winning marketeer in the theme park and visitor attractions industry. He was the first marketing director (and employee #001!) at ‘Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter’ before his journey took him to Hollywood and beyond…
Since relocating to the South Coast, Dominic has created the Bournemouth Writing Festival, with a mission to “inspire writers to write”. 
However, Dominic’s ambitions go much further as he believes culture can be a huge benefit to the community having seen the festival “change peoples lives”.
This is not just about bringing in visitors to boost business and regenerate the town centre. It means bringing people together through shared passions, building communities and creating ‘safe spaces’ for people to meet, all helping to address mental health issues and tackle loneliness.
The Bournemouth Writing Festival, having proven the concept, is just the start.
Dominic has a vision: to harness the talent produced by local institutions (such as the Arts University) and the “undercurrent of creatives” to establish a range of festivals (making music, film, food etc!) and re-brand Bournemouth as a cultural destination for the UK and beyond…
Dominic is a rare type of entrepreneur, one who (in his own words) is not obsessed with ‘exit strategies’ or ‘how to achieve 10x’. Instead, he is motivated by a desire to create a positive impact in the community.
We are lucky to have him.
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In this episode we discuss:
• Dominic’s back-story & first entrepreneurial venture (the ‘BoRo Beach Bike Experience’ on the Isle of Wight)• Dominic’s advice for people considering a career in Theme Parks/tourism, including the importance of gaining experience through voluntary work experience• Dominic’s career marketing iconic Theme Parks & Tourist Attractions around the globe (including being employee #001 at ‘Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter’)• The Bournemouth Writing Festival - origin, mission & goals• Where Dominic got his love of writing & the benefits• Dorset’s literary heritage, including famous authors who have been inspired by the area• Why “Culture is the key to helping society”• Dominic’s vision for a cultural re-brand, how it can help address mental health issues and loneliness, plus the importance of collaboration• The importance of Creativity to the UK economy & why it’s not valued (with reference to Ken Robinson’s ‘Do Schools Kill Creativity?’ TED Talk)• Why Dominic takes issue with the word ‘happy’ & prefers fulfilled or contented• Why staying true to your values is the true measure of success• Dominic's ‘superpower’, his ability to “Just do stuff!”• Life by Misadventure - why failure is NOT a bad word!
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0:00:00 - Intro ("A sunny new podcast...")0:00:26 - Guest Intro0:01:45 - Back-story & BoRo Beach Bike 0:05:31 - How to get into the Theme Parks industry0:07:20 - What entrepreneurship means to Dominic0:08:00 - Iconic Tourist Attractions 0:08:00 - Being employee #001 at the Harry Potter Studio Tour0:10:18 - Marketing Consultancy for Theme Parks/Tourist Attractions0:10:35 - Schools to You ( School/Education Programmes)0:11:45 - The meaning of success at the start of Dominic’s career0:14:41 - The Bournemouth Writing Festival0:20:10 - The benefits of writing0:22:08 - Advice for struggling writers - just start!0:23:56 - Goals for the Bournemouth Writing Festival0:27:51 - Dorset’s literary heritage0:29:04 - Mary Shelley Celebration  (227th Birthday) event0:30:19 - Bournemouth Writing Festival building on literary heritage0:31:48 - Dominic’s vision for culture in Bournemouth0:39:08 - The importance of collaboration0:40:09 - “Culture is the key to helping society”0:41:16 - Creativity, the UK economy and why it’s not valued0:45:38 - Ken Robinson & ‘Do Schools Kill Creativity?’ TED Talk0:47:56 - What is happiness? Happy vs Fulfilled/Contented0:50:22 - What is success? External validation v Internal joy & fulfilment0:54:13 - Key skill for success: Dominic's ‘superpower’, his ability to “Just do stuff!”0:56:49 - Life by Misadventure - Failure is not a bad word01:00:02 - Thank you, guest links & wrap-up
GUEST Links:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominicwongmarketing• Visitor Attraction Marketing: https://www.dominicwongmarketing.co.uk• Bournemouth Writing Festival: https://www.bournemouthwritingfestival.co.uk• Schools to You: https://www.schoolstoyou.com• Buy Dominic’s books at https://bit.ly/3LhyHgV
SUCCESS ON THE SOUTH COAST Links:
YouTube is our primary platform, but Success on the South Coast is also available on all your favourite streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc)!
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successonthesouthcoast• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xo4ByqAqUlp7UHYOeBjWM• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-on-the-south-coast/id1760075408• YouTube Music/Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCOvHz8DkSa5PSX5yKCMCmHffqzMjYz-K
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successonthesouthcoast• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/success-on-the-south-coast
#bournemouthwritingfestival#creativewriting#warnerbrothers#harrypotterstudiotour#culture#southcoast
INTRO MUSIC: 'Generator' by CALL ME ANIMAL. 
If you like the sound of it, check out 'Arron Sans' (the singer/songwriter) at https://www.arronsans.com or https://www.instagram.com/arronsans.