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Take Flight Podcast

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Welcome to the Take Flight Podcast, with Daniel Johnson, Olu Okunola, Pabilo Timbo and Shuwel Ahmed as your hosts. Take Flight is released weekly, giving you behind the scenes business views into multiple industries as well as highlighting the back stories of entrepreneurs and leaders in their respective spaces. We will also be breaking down business models, examining the latest trends in business and sharing our learnings along the way. Like a university business class packaged for a diverse and inclusive audience. We blend this together for a unique and exciting look into the world of business. Join us, your hosts who are coming from under-represented backgrounds in the UK, have since worked and travelled to over 100 countries, learned our craft in some of the largest companies in the globe, started our own businesses as well as invested across multiple asset classes, as we give a unique and inclusive perspective, with the mission to help other potential Flyers, get ready to Take Flight #takeflightpodcast Since its start in 2019, Take Flight Podcast has grown to have listeners in over 50 countries, is in the top 5% of podcasts globally and continues to grow and expand. Come join a growing community and let's help more potential flyers, Take Flight. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Music and more.

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Episodes

E194 - Take Flight Takeaways | Olu | My mortgage interest payment increased from £500 to £1500

In this episode of the Take Flight Podcast, Olu discusses the end of his mortgage fix period and the potential increase in mortgage interest payments from £500 to £1500 and how you can mitigate the increase with remortgaging.We start by discussing what remortgaging means and why it is important, then discuss the different types of mortgages available and how you can use remortgaging tips to get a lower monthly payment.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴImportant Information: This podcast is for information pu...

Jul 28, 202318 min

E193 - Take Flight Takeaways | Daniel | Recharge Week

Do you get an opportunity to have a week to recharge? No, not just annual leave but your whole company off at the same time. In this episode, Daniel shares what his company do with respect to recharging and what the benefits are of everyone taking time off during the same week, as well as how he spent his week off.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴImportant Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, acco...

Jul 21, 20238 min

E192 - Threads Takeover, Drake Tour and China Deflation

In this episode, the group are back diving into the hot topics of: Threads launching, The business of Touring and China Deflation. An insightful conversation with the usual humour in-between, you don't want to miss this. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴImportant Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of th...

Jul 14, 202345 min

E191 - Take Flight Takeaways | Pabilo | Your mid year review

Have you given up on your goals or are you still working towards them?We are at the mid-way point of the year and it’s a perfect opportunity to have a check in with ourselves on what’s working, what’s not working and what can we change to achieve more success in the second half of the year. Pabilo facilitates a session that builds on episode 166 on how you can reflect and ask good questions to make changes for a better chance at success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

Jul 10, 202312 min

E190 - UK interest rates on the rise again

In this week’s episode we cover the Bank of England’s decision to increase the base rate to 5%. Since 2021 the Bank of England has increased the base rate 12 times with no plans to stop until inflation falls back down to 2%.We discuss the impact this rise in interest rate has on the UK economy, homeowners and investors. Tune in to learn what happens when a country decides to prioritize inflation over growth.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴImportant Information: This podcast is for information purposes only...

Jul 03, 202335 min

E189 - Take Flight Takeaways | Shuwel | Networking reflections from H1 2023

In this episode Shuwel shares three recent networking experiences, a framework that has helped him to make the most out of the networking opportunities, how he has applied them and the considerations to keep in mind for the future!Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴImportant Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are t...

Jun 26, 202315 min

E188 - Nvidia: Unraveling the Growth, Risks, and Future Predictions

In this episode, we dive into the world of Nvidia, the technological powerhouse that has been making waves in the industry. Join us as we explore the background, facts, and figures of Nvidia, and uncover the recent headlines that have put them in the spotlight.The burning question of whether Nvidia is overpriced lingers in the minds of many. We analyse Nvidia's valuation and consider various factors, including their market position, financial performance, and industry trends, to shed light on th...

Jun 19, 202346 min

E187 - Take Flight Takeaways | Olu | Did you miss the stock market rally? FOMO

In this episode of Take Flight Takeaways, Olu explores the topic of the stock market rally and double-digit growth. Do you feel like you missed out?Join us as we discuss strategies to navigate the market and avoid making investment decisions driven by FOMO (Fear of Missing Out). Olu covers important concepts such as rational investing, assessing your financial situation, reflecting on investment goals, debunking market timing myths, and seeking professional guidance. If you have any feedback, fi...

Jun 12, 202317 min

E186 - Take Flight Takeaways | Daniel | Is flying Business Class worth it?

It’s fair to say, I’m somewhat of a frequent flyer this is due to both work and pleasure and for those who know me, I have an extreme love for travel which I’ve gone into greater detail in a previous episode. However, I commonly get asked, what it’s like to fly in business class and if it’s worth the extra money?In this Takeaway episode I will cover the benefits of flying in First Class and Business Class as well as comparing it to Economy and Premium Economy. Make sure you wait till the end of ...

Jun 05, 20239 min

E185 - The Highest-Paid Athletes of 2023

It's no secret that professional sports have become a multi-billion-dollar industry, with athletes serving as the gladiators of our time, pushing their bodies to the limits while captivating our imaginations. Every year, we witness these modern-day warriors competing at the highest level, representing their respective sports with passion and skill. But beyond the thrill of the game itself, there's a fascinating element that often catches our attention—the financial rewards that come with being t...

May 29, 202344 min

E184 – Take Flight Takeaways | Pabilo | 100% Mortgages are back!!

Skipton Building Society announced a few weeks ago that they will be the first lender to offer a zero-deposit mortgage, where they are allowing first time buyers to borrow 100% of the purchase price. Is this a great product for first time buyers? What is the criteria to qualify for this loan? Will this help or hinder the UK property market? All of these questions and more Pabilo covers in this episode. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴImportant Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Mat...

May 22, 202315 min

E183 - Leadership in 2023, what does good look like?

Welcome to the latest episode of take flight podcast, in this weeks episode we discuss what does good look leadership look like in 2023, against a tough and uncertain economic backdrop.We'll be highlighting examples across three different industries as well as sharing leadership lessons that we've learned in our careers, which are applicable now more than ever.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴImportant Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide ...

May 15, 202344 min

E182 - LVMH - The 500 Billion Euro Company

In this episode we cover the iconic global fashion group LVMH which stands for Moet Hennessey Louis Vuitton. LVMH have just become the first European company to reach a 500 billion euros valuation and they are the only European company in the global Top 10 behind the likes of Apple and Microsoft. LVMH is ran by the richest man in the world Bernard Arnault who at the time of this episode is worth around 236 billion dollars.We discuss their key drivers for success, how LVMH have managed risk and h...

May 08, 202351 min

E181 - Take Flight Takeaways | Shuwel | MBAs are overrated...?!

In this episode Shuwel shares his view on why mbas are over-rated, why they are under-rated and his conclusion after completing his exec. mba at cambridge university.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴImportant Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may cha...

May 01, 202313 min

E180 - The AI Race: Opportunities and Challenges in a Rapidly Evolving Landscape

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we explore the latest innovations in the field of artificial intelligence.In this episode, we'll be discussing some of the most exciting developments and pressing concerns in AI today.First, we discuss a recent interview with Elon Musk on the Tucker Carlson show, where they talked about the potential risks and benefits of AI. We'll delve deeper into this interview and explore some of the implications of Musk's views.Next, we discuss the CEO of ...

Apr 24, 202344 min

E179 - Take Flight Talks with Malkit from @SavoysProperties | Co-founder, Partner & Investor

We are back with another big interview episode, this time with Malkit Purewal, co-founder and partner of Savoys. With his background in IT and decades working in the city, he harnessed his corporate experience and applied it to Savoys, where together with Sanjay and the team, they’ve helped more than 50 clients, completed over 100 projects and now manage more than 250 portfolios around London. This on top of winning multiple awards, partnering with football clubs and luxury brands, while also ho...

Apr 17, 202351 min

E178 - Take Flight Takeaways | Daniel | Spontaneity…the benefits

Last month, Daniel was on a business trip and whilst on his trip, he was somewhat spontaneous with his endeavours (not impacting work of course!). In this episode, Daniel shares the spontaneous event and also, the benefits of spontaneity. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever platform you are listening on too (we are now on Youtube).------Import...

Apr 10, 20238 min

E177 - Take Flight Takeaway | Olu | Finally made it to Bali

In this episode Olu shares why he decided to travel to Bali, how he made it possible working in a demanding job and what he learned from his trip.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴImportant Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podcasters (and/or any guests) and these may change.We advise that y...

Apr 03, 202310 min

E176 - The collapse of Sillion Valley Bank

On March 10th 2023 Silicon Valley Bank collapsed creating the second largest bank failure in the United States since the 2008 financial crisis. In this episode we unpack exactly what happened, share our thoughts on how this event impacts the wider economy, businesses and most importantly discuss the banking industry and whether we see another financial crisis coming.We also share suggestions and ideas on what the everyday person should consider when banks are collapsing.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴImpo...

Mar 27, 202352 min

E175 - Is it the year of mass layoffs?

In 2022 and continuing into 2023, we’ve seen many companies conduct mass layoffs to their workforce citing it’s due to the macroeconomic conditions and in some instances, due to industry conditions.Whilst we understand companies want to remain profitable, it’s important to remember that although the decisions aren’t anything persona, there are humans at the other end of a company decision.In this episode we explore:- How many layoffs have occurred in 2022 and so far in 2023- Which companies have...

Mar 20, 202345 min

E174 - Take Flight Takeaways | Pabilo | Managing a Property Portfolio

In this episode, Pabilo shares his thoughts on property management and more specifically the pros and cons of using estate agents. Pabilo has recently changed his management business model to using his own team and shares his decision as to why.If you are looking to get started in property or have a few years of experience, this would be a great episode for you to pick up a few insights that could help your decision-making around your properties.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or a...

Mar 13, 202314 min

E173 - Take Flight Takeaways | Shuwel | 5 lessons from 10+ years of an international career + more!!

In this episode Shuwel shares 5 lessons he learned from over a decade working internationally for one of the largest companies in the globe, plus a surprise announcement at the end on what he's planning next. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴImportant Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or recommendation. The views and opinions presented are those of the four podca...

Mar 06, 202317 min

E172 - Take Flight Takeaways | Shuwel | Investing over £100,000 in my development since 2019

In this episode Shuwel shares Why he started to invest in his self development in 2019, What specifically he has spent the money on and most importantly, the Results this has enabled him to deliver. Closing the episode with suggestions that anyone can apply no matter your budget. Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴImportant Information: This podcast is for information purposes only. Matters discussed are not intended to provide and should not be relied on as investment, accounting, legal or tax advice or reco...

Feb 27, 202312 min

E171 - What is ChatGPT?

According to ChatGPT, this is what our episode is about...listen and see if [ChatGPT] is correct!Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we explore the latest innovations in technology and artificial intelligence. In this episode, we will be discussing one of the most exciting developments in natural language processing - ChatGPT.ChatGPT is a language model that has taken the world by storm. It has been making headlines for its ability to generate human-like responses to natural lang...

Feb 20, 202342 min

E170 - Take Flight Takeaways | Daniel | Have I just wasted £1,000 on personal development?

It’s no secret that for the past few years, Daniel has wanted to do more reading which he has done sporadically but being consistent is something he’s been a spectacular failure at.Last year, Daniel invested over £500 in books and £500 in subscriptions to aid with personal development and learning. Daniel shares his thoughts on why he hasn’t been able to read as much as he’d like and what he’s going to do to try and change this. He also sets himself a realistic target of how many books he’d like...

Feb 13, 20239 min

E169 - Will there be a UK housing market crash in 2023?

The housing market has been tumultuous over the past 2 years, with the pandemic and increased interest rates having a direct impact on house prices. If you’re planning to buy or sell a house, you might be interested to know what’s going on in the UK housing market.In this weeks episode we discuss topics such as:- Insight into the Housing Market?- Discuss what we would be as a buyer or seller in this housing market?- Predictions on the housing market in the next 1, 5 and 10 years?Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜ...

Feb 06, 202346 min

E168 - Take Flight Takeaways | Olu | 9 months in Chief Financial Officer role

Olu shared in a previous Takeaway episode (E135 - Redundancy to Chief Financial Officer) a work experience that almost left him redundant. Fast Forward, his promotion to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the beginning of May 2022. In this episode, Olu (Olu_Okunola) shares the skillset needed to be a Chief Financial Officer, processes implemented to get up to speed on a new role and his experience 9 months into the role.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to d...

Jan 30, 202319 min

E167 - The hedge fund industry

In this episode we deep dive into the world of hedge funds and the role they play in our economy. We cover everything aspect of their business from what they do, to how they work and how they make money. We invest the time to discuss the winners and losers over the last 12 months and conclude the discussion with what bets we would make if we were running our own hedge fund.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takefl...

Jan 23, 202345 min

E166 - Take Flight Takeaways | Pabilo | Lets prepare for success in 2023

Only 9% of people who set new resolutions and goals actually achieve them by December 31st? Why and what happened to the other 91%? Why do most people give up on their goals by the end of January? Is it about motivation or do the goals lack real meaning for the individual.Pabilo aims to help more of you become part of the 9% this year by sharing a three step process on how you get closer towards personal and professional success for 2023, so grab a pen and paper and learn about new tips and tech...

Jan 16, 202326 min

E165 - 2023: The year ahead, bull, bear and personal focus areas

In this episode, the team give their Bull or Bear predictions for 2023 with respect to 1) Macro Conditions 2) Real Estate market 3) Equity Market. Closing out the episode with everyones personal focus areasWith that said, we wish you all a happy new year and we look forward to sharing more with you in 2023Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us to discuss on the show, DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast. Please also subscribe and leave a review on whichever pl...

Jan 09, 202344 min
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