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What is success? How do we define it? On this Podcast we explore honest conversations and stories from the likes of CEOs, Entrepreneurs and creative individuals, breaking the mould with an insight to their success. We dive deep into their journey’s from conception to the present day, exploring how they overcame hurdles, disrupted the market and eventually discovered their own version of success. You can expect new guests every month from all aspects of the professional world. Contact: Simbhatoy@gmail.com Sponsored by HERA & ELIXR

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May 15, 2025Episode 421 hr 10 min

Episode #43 | Paul Richardson | Owner of HERA | Former Executive Director & Chairman of Gymshark

This next episode features Paul Richardson. Paul Richardson is a Businessman and Entrepreneur with a roster of brands that would be too long to mention. He was the former executive director and chairman of Gymshark in the early days of the company, and grew the brand with Ben Francis and Lewis Morgan to a 300 million dollar valuation. Paul is currently the owner of HERA, who sponsor this podcast, so it was a pleasure to have an hour of his time to speak about the journey to his success. HERA is a British-based clothing and apparel brand that is taking the industry by storm. Their unique and tailored approach to a competitive and over-polluted industry is amazing to witness. Paul acquired the brand in 2021 and since then, has transformed HERA to what it is today. A symbol and statement in the fashion world. On this episode, we spoke about: - How he got involved with Gymshark and the reasons for leaving - His career success and the brands he helped grow - The decision to buy the HERA brand - What it means to be a business owner and leader - How does he stay dialled in Paul is a pleasure to chat to and I feel like I walked away with lots of life lessons and knowledge on how to be a kick ass business leader. Please enjoy, subscribe, and like the episode. Support the show Sponsors: HERA https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/ Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

April 2, 2025Episode 421 hr 0 min

Episode #42 | Elixr Energy Founders | Ryan Weekly & Ben Stevens | Taking the Energy Drinks Industry by Storm

I was joined today by Ryan Weekly & Ben Stevens, Founders of Elixir Energy. Ryan and Ben are co-founders of Elixr Energy: Elixr sets itself apart in the energy drinks market, with its stylish premium can design.... It's also delicious and oh boy does it have that caffeine content! Their passion for the gym and working out first took off when they met in 2018 during the recruitment process for the Royal Navy. They served 4 and a half years, with many deployments, and traveled to over 15 countries. Throughout this time they both decided that they wanted to pursue a career in the fitness industry. We sat down and spoke about their journey from the Navy to becoming co-founders in the drinks and fitness space. Ben & Ryan are both driven, motivated and ambitious lads. They understand the industry and most importantly... they are passionate about it. They have big things coming in 2025 and soon they will be everywhere so keep your eyes peeled. This episode is a good listen so please like and subscribe 🚀 Elixr is also now the official sponsor of the Podcast so check them out and try for yourself! ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/pages/about-us Support the show Sponsors: HERA https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/ Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

April 1, 2025Episode 411 hr 9 min

Episode #41 | Kallum Nicholson | Founder of TUGA | Unconventional Growth Agency | Scaling Brands to 100%

Kallum Nicholson joins me on the Podcast Kallum is the founder of TUGA. The trailblazing fractional COO agency dedicated to propelling agencies and SMEs to unparalleled operational excellence and strategic growth. Kallum has worked with some of the biggest Founders in the space and also is the founder of Roundtable - a private community for ambitious Founders committed to growth, collaboration, and success. Me and Kallum sat down and spoke about the start of his Entrepreneurial journey and the high and lows that came with his success. We spoke about his business TUGA and why he decided to start his own company. Having his business partner steal from him and the regular struggles of being an entrepreneur. Kallum brought the positive vibes and could honestly chat to him for hours. Kallum is all about streamlining the process and in the busy and chaotic world we all live in, we all need a Kallum in our life. Please enjoy this episode as much as I did and don't forget to subscribe 🚀 Support the show Sponsors: HERA https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/ Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

December 13, 2024Episode 4054 min

Episode #40 | How Resilience Can Make you Unstoppable | Rohan Randhawa | Cancer Survivor | Keynote Speaker

The next guest on the show is Rohan Randhawa 🎙️ Rohan firmly believes the more resilient we are the more unstoppable we become. Rohan joined me on the Podcast to share his journey from cancer survivor to keynote speaker. Rohan has faced much adversity in his life and his outlook and resilience to life are both profound and inspiring. In this episode we cover a lot of ground, including: 1. Rohan’s cancer survivor journey and what he learned from it 2. How he worked through the grief from the death of his Father while at University 3. How resilience has played a part in his life 4. What it means to be a Dad 5. How the hardships In his life have shaped who he is now I can tell you right now that this episode is a personal one. It was inspiring to hear Rohan talk about his outlook on life, how resilience and mental fortitude have kept him strong, and how he is dedicated to empowering and motivating people to try new methods of improving their own resilience. Please tune in, enjoy, and subscribe to the channel 🚀 Socials for Rohan: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohan-randhawa-742198aa?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BJtwejFmBTQ%2BJhdxMflzu7w%3D%3D Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rohanrandhawa1/?hl=en-gb Website: http://www.rohanrandhawa.co.uk/ Socials: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1 #podcast #influencermindset #findinghappiness #interview #selfhelp #reels #selfimprovement #tiktok #trending #trendingshorts #linkedin #cancerawareness #marketing Support the show Sponsors: HERA https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/ Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

December 11, 2024Episode 3951 min

Episode #39 | Anthony Smith | Director Of Trailers | Diary Of A CEO | How to create the best Podcast

ANTHONY SMITH JOINS ME ON THE SHOW 🎙️ ANTHONY IS THE DIRECTOR OF TRAILERS AT DIARY OF A CEO PODCAST AND WORKS UNDER STEVE BARTLETT HIMSELF. HE IS THE MAN WHO CREATES ALL THOSE MOVIE-STYLE TRAILERS TWICE A WEEK THAT WE ALL KNOW AND LOVE THIS EPISODE WAS A SPECIAL ONE FOR ME AS IT IS ALL ABOUT PODCASTS, WHAT GOES ON BEHIND THE SCENES, THE EQUIPMENT AND EFFORT THAT GOES INTO IT ANTHONY IS A CREATIVE AND TECHNICAL GENIUS AND I WAS BLOWN AWAY BY THE AMOUNT OF WORK AND TIME THAT GOES INTO CREATING A PERFECT PODCAST EPISODE 📸 THIS EPISODE OPENED MY EYES TO THE FINER DETAILS AND HOW THE 1% DIFFERENCE CAN SET YOU APART FROM EVERYONE ELSE THE PODCAST SPACE IS HEAVILY SATURATED AND ANTHONY WAS ABLE TO DELVE INTO WHAT STEVE BARTLETT AND THE REST OF THE TEAM WORK ON TO ENSURE THEY CREATE THAT PERFECT SHOW WE SPOKE ABOUT: HIS BACKGROUND AND HOW HE GOT INTO EDITING AND FILM HIS INTERVIEW WITH STEVE BARTLETT AND THE JOURNEY TO BEING THE MAN WHO CREATES THOSE AMAZING TRAILERS WHAT GOES ON BEHIND THE SCENES AND HOW CAN A PODCAST BE IN THE TOP 1% WHAT IT LIKE WORKING FOR STEVE BARTLETT HOW A TEAM CAN CREATE SOMETHING UNIQUE AND WORLD-CHANGING AND MUCH MUCH MORE THIS WAS ONE OF MY FAVOURITE EPISODES THIS YEAR AND I HOPE YOU LOVE IT TOO SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE SOCIALS: Anthony's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/antsmith93?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3Bik00SJdrQHe2F6jnbQinZQ%3D%3D Anthon'y Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/anthonyr.smith/ Support the show Sponsors: HERA https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/ Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

December 4, 2024Episode 381 hr 7 min

Episode #38 | Christian Summers | Gym, Fitness & Health | How to Grow your Body and Mind

This next episode of the show features Christian Summers. Christian is a personal trainer, coach & sports science expert Christian is the man who knows all about the body, mind and how to fuel it the right way in order to be the best version of yourself. With years of knowledge under his belt and experience within the powerlifting space, Christian is the go to guy to help grow your physique and mental strength. Filming this episode in our local gym, me and Christian covered the topics we know people are most curious about: 1. Protein intake 2. Strength Building 3. Supplements 4. Diet & Nutrition 5. Building the best physique possible As always please subscribe and comment and enjoy the episode Socials: https://www.instagram.com/cjsummers.training?igsh=ZWRncHl1bW9scHpl Support the show Sponsors: HERA https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/ Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

October 28, 2024Episode 3744 min

Episode #37 | Penny Jane | Fitness Influencer | Motivation & Success | Road to Inner Peace

Who is Penny Jane…. I know you all want to know Penny joined me on the show to share her journey from how she overcame an eating disorder and mental health issues to becoming the amazing person she is today. Penny is a joy to be around and her energy and passion for fitness and wellbeing is unparalleled. This girl is a boss bitch. In the filtered and dense world of fitness, Penny stands out in the chaos as a beacon of hope for others who have struggled in the space and trying to find themselves. This episode is authentic, raw and all round good fun I won’t tell you anymore expect you’ll come way from this podcast with a smile on your face and the motivation to be a better version of yourself! Listen, enjoy and subscribe Majicprotein - https://www.majicprotein.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooMDhvr5ktPLtQZrUoidLKtIQnSFlot-7d7mpSNAOvAIoxXGK5O Support the show Sponsors: HERA https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/ Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

October 9, 20241 hr 7 min

Episode #36 | Amelia Sordell | Founder of Klowt | How you can be your own Brand

Amelia Sordell is everyones favourite personal branding strategist, Founder and public speaker I have followed Amelia’s journey since 2021 and have been blown away by her approach to business and marketing as well as being a kick ass founder Amelia started building her own personal brand in 2018 and since then has launched her Personal Branding Agency, Klowt. A personal branding agency designed to turn ceos and founders personalities into their competitive advantage On this episode me and Amelia talk about: 1. Her journey and path to success 2. Why personal branding is so important for growth 3. Being an entrepreneur and business owner whilst balancing life 4. How we can stand out in the world today And much much more Please subscribe to the show on YouTube or Spotify and enjoy: Support the show Sponsors: HERA https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/ Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

September 29, 2024Episode 351 hr 24 min

Episode #35 | Hafiz Shariff | Founder & CEO of Owl & Lark | World's First Circadian Fitness Company

Do you struggle with your sleep…? Hafiz Shariff joins me on the podcast to talk all things sleep Hafiz is the Founder of Owl & Lark. Owl & Lark is the world’s first circadian fitness company. His main focus has always been about sleep-wake cycles and making our waking lives better. This is where Owl & Lark come in. More strength, focus, energy, memory, empathy. That's what Owl & Lark provides and much much more. Hafiz exited his first tech start up in 2018 and wanted to make a change, not only to his lifestyle but his sleep. He founded Owl & Lark with the mission to help everyone live in harmony with their sleep wake cycle and have more productive and healthy sleep. On this episode we cover: Why sleep is so important for our wellbeing Sleep fads & gimmicks in the market What is REM sleep The future of sleep How we can manage our sleep health better This was a thought provoking episode and as someone who struggles with sleep I found it insightful and educational! I think you will all love this one As always please subscribe to the show if you haven’t already on YouTube or Spotify Support the show Sponsors: HERA https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/ Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1

August 7, 2024Episode 3456 min

Episode #34 | Remy Beaumont | Founder & CEO of TikTok Shop Agency | Why everyone should be leveraging TikTok

I sat down with Remy Beaumont Remy is the Founder & CEO of an award-winning influencer marketing and social commerce powerhouse, and an official TikTok Agency Partner. Remy dives deep in this episode and we cover: - Why we should all be using TikTok in the modern world - Starting a business whilst at University - The Social landscape & brand advocates - Leveraging micro and macro Influencers - Strategies that brands can use to grow And much much more…. https://www.linkedin.com/in/remy-beaumont/ https://www.instagram.com/remybeaumont / Support the show Sponsors: HERA https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/ Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/been.there.done.that_pod?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==&utm_source=qr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beenthere.donethat.pod?_t=8mtxveff985&_r=1