E043 - The System Has F**KED You: Here's How to Escape... | Simon Squibb
May 19, 2024•1 hr 53 min
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Episode description
Simon Squibb is a veteran entrepreneur, investor, and the founder of HelpBnk, a platform dedicated to helping millions launch their own businesses. With 19 companies under his belt, Simon brings unmatched experience and raw honesty to the table—making this episode a must-listen for any aspiring entrepreneur. From the flaws in education to the mindset shifts needed for success, this is your blueprint for starting and scaling a purpose-driven business.
00:00 Why Simon left the UK for Hong Kong
04:33 The real issues in England: media, politics & education
09:47 Simon’s advice for launching your first business
13:00 The education system is broken: practical skills vs schooling
22:42 Make learning more meaningful by following your interests
27:03 Passion vs strengths: which should guide your purpose?
32:10 Human nature & learning how to hunt
34:50 The mindset shift for lasting happiness
41:44 The truth about fame
44:44 Hack your luck: Simon’s 3-step system
49:33 Why big businesses are easier to run than small ones
54:20 Is entrepreneurship for everyone?
59:00 Why Simon is obsessed with helping people achieve dreams
1:03:01 The shortcut to happiness: give without expecting
1:13:22 The beauty of creating, solving, and serving
1:18:22 Co-founders & filtering valuable partnerships
1:26:55 Personal branding, investing, and loyalty-based business
1:36:28 Is property investing a scam?
1:48:02 What’s next for Simon
» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/
» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/
» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com
» Custom Bioniq supplements - https://shorturl.at/fRV67
• 40% off your first month of Bioniq GO
• 20% off your first month of Bioniq PRO
» Join @Whoop and get your first month for free - join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrst
Follow Simon
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonsquibb/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@simonsquibb
Free business support: Helpbnk.com
00:00 Why Simon left the UK for Hong Kong
04:33 The real issues in England: media, politics & education
09:47 Simon’s advice for launching your first business
13:00 The education system is broken: practical skills vs schooling
22:42 Make learning more meaningful by following your interests
27:03 Passion vs strengths: which should guide your purpose?
32:10 Human nature & learning how to hunt
34:50 The mindset shift for lasting happiness
41:44 The truth about fame
44:44 Hack your luck: Simon’s 3-step system
49:33 Why big businesses are easier to run than small ones
54:20 Is entrepreneurship for everyone?
59:00 Why Simon is obsessed with helping people achieve dreams
1:03:01 The shortcut to happiness: give without expecting
1:13:22 The beauty of creating, solving, and serving
1:18:22 Co-founders & filtering valuable partnerships
1:26:55 Personal branding, investing, and loyalty-based business
1:36:28 Is property investing a scam?
1:48:02 What’s next for Simon
» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/
» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/
» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com
» Custom Bioniq supplements - https://shorturl.at/fRV67
• 40% off your first month of Bioniq GO
• 20% off your first month of Bioniq PRO
» Join @Whoop and get your first month for free - join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrst
Follow Simon
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonsquibb/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@simonsquibb
Free business support: Helpbnk.com
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