Ambitious Minds

Hosted by Jay Lawrence

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The Podcast for Fellow Ambitious Minds! Welcome to Ambitious Minds , where Jay uncovers the inspiring stories of relatable, ambitious individuals who are all looking to leave a mark in their industry - whether they’re climbing the corporate ladder, launching startups, or reinventing their careers. Each episode covers key topics such as career growth, entrepreneurship, overcoming impostor syndrome, networking, personal branding, business strategy, and the relentless pursuit of success. Expect raw, relatable insights from rising stars and industry disruptors who are turning their passion into progress. If you're an ambitious mind looking for career advice, business inspiration, or motivation to take the next step, I hope this show brings you some inspiration and relatability, and helps you see yourself in aspects of these stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 16, 20266 min

Fuel Your Ambition: Why Some High Earners Never Build Wealth

Most people assume that earning a high income automatically leads to financial security.In reality, many high earners still feel stuck.In this episode, financial planner Lawrence Bearman explains why income alone isn't enough, and how successful professionals can turn earnings into long-term wealth.We discuss tax efficiency, pensions, ISAs, property decisions, cashflow planning, and the common mistakes that prevent high earners from building real financial freedom.Whether you're deciding between investing or paying off your mortgage, wondering how much you need for retirement, or simply trying to make smarter financial decisions, this conversation offers a practical framework for thinking about money.Topics include:Why high earners still worry about moneyThe hidden impact of tax on wealth creationInvesting vs paying off your mortgageHow to use cashflow modelling to plan your futureProperty, pensions and long-term financial planningThe difference between a high income and real wealth🔗 Connect with meLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcastYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcastSpotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3QiApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your AmbitionWeekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition:👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/Website:https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 12, 20261 hr 9 min

Why Ambitious People Are Choosing Business Over a Salary — Phil Rozier | Ep. 88

Phil spent over 20 years helping build and scale a business before leading a private equity-backed management buyout and eventually stepping away as CEO.In this episode, we discuss what private equity actually looks like behind closed doors, why many founders become the bottleneck in their own business, the psychology of selling, imposter syndrome at the top, and what life is really like after a successful exit.If you’re building a business or planning an exit one day, this conversation is packed with practical lessons.🔗 Connect with meLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcastYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcastSpotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3QiApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your AmbitionWeekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition:👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/Website:https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 5, 20261 hr 19 min

WEALTH: How Big Government is Quietly Destroying Britain’s Economy — Andrew Craig | Ep. 87

Why are young people being priced out of everything? In this episode, Andrew breaks down the real reason the cost of living is spiralling, why house prices are unaffordable, and how government policy is destroying wealth without most people realising it. From the PE ratio explained simply, to why Gary Stevenson's solutions make the problem worse, this is one of the most honest and detailed economic conversations you'll find.🔗 Connect with meLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcastYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcastSpotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3QiApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your AmbitionWeekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition:👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/Website:https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 26, 20269 min

Fuel Your Ambition: Why Public Speaking Terrifies Almost Everyone | Susie Ashfield

🔗 Connect with meLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcastYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcastSpotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3QiApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your AmbitionWeekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition:👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/Website:https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 22, 20261 hr 20 min

CAREER: Why Smart People Communicate Badly - Susie Ashfield | Ep. 86

Communication coach Susie Ashfield explains why most people overcomplicate speaking, presentations and interviews.We talk about public speaking fear, imposter syndrome, storytelling, body language, why PowerPoints often fail, and how to land one clear message people actually remember.This episode is for anyone who wants to communicate better, speak with more confidence and stop overthinking🔗 Connect with meLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcastYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcastSpotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3QiApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your AmbitionWeekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition:👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/Website:https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 15, 202617 min

WEALTH: How to Build Wealth When Property Is So Expensive — SOLO | Ep. 85

For decades, buying property in the UK was the safest bet you could make. But the conditions that made it work — falling interest rates, rising incomes, cheap debt — may never return.In this video, I break down why the golden age of UK property might be over, what the real inflation-adjusted returns actually look like, and why blindly climbing the property ladder could be the biggest financial mistake of your generation.I also cover the hidden cost of property most people never calculate, why the rent vs mortgage debate is more complicated than you think, and what building wealth actually looks like for the next generation.🔗 Connect with meLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcastYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcastSpotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3QiApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your AmbitionWeekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition:👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/Website:https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 12, 20268 min

Fuel Your Ambition: Renting vs Buying — What’s Actually Better? | Curtis Anderson

Is renting really a waste of money?In this clip, we break down the modern property debate, discussing why renting isn’t always a bad financial decision and why buying a house isn’t always the smartest move either.We discuss mortgages, investing, savings, ISAs, property prices, financial flexibility and the psychology behind owning a home. We also explore why more young people are questioning traditional advice around buying property and whether investing money elsewhere can sometimes make more sense.A powerful conversation around modern wealth, financial freedom and the realities of renting vs buying in today’s economy.🔗 Connect with meLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcastYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcastSpotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3QiApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your AmbitionWeekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition:👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/Website:https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 8, 20261 hr 11 min

WEALTH: What Advising Premier League Footballers Taught Me About Wealth — Curtis Anderson | Ep. 84

Former Manchester City goalkeeper and England U17 World Cup winner Curtis Anderson discusses the reality of football money, earning six figures at 17 and why so many professional athletes struggle financially despite huge salaries.From training alongside Kevin De Bruyne, Sergio Aguero and David Silva to moving to America at just 18 years old, Jake opens up on the pressure of elite football, career setbacks, financial education and the life lessons that completely changed his perspective on money.The conversation explores why footballers go broke, sudden wealth at a young age, property vs investing, renting vs buying, lifestyle inflation, investing psychology and the financial pressure many young people now feel in modern society.A powerful conversation around money, identity, discipline and modern wealth building.🔗 Connect with meLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcastYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcastSpotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3QiApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your AmbitionWeekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition:👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/Website:https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 1, 20267 min