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Finance for Founders with Samuel Ajala
Welcome to "Finance for Founders," the premier podcast where entrepreneurship, startups, and scale-ups intersect with finance. Our show features in-depth discussions with distinguished guests, including CEOs, venture capitalists, CFOs, and industry experts, who share their insights on the financial strategies essential for building and scaling successful businesses. Each episode provides invaluable lessons and actionable advice, equipping founders with the knowledge and tools they need to navigate the financial complexities of their entrepreneurial journey. Tune in to "Finance for Founders" and empower your startup with the financial acumen necessary for success.
Finance for Founders with Samuel Ajala
From £200 to £6.5M: Equalising opportunities | Joe Seddon | Episode 10 |
In this episode of Finance for Founders, host Samuel welcomes Joe Seddon, founder and CEO of Zero Gravity. Joe shares his incredible journey from a single parent household in West Yorkshire to leading a thriving tech startup. They discuss valuable insights on fundraising, scaling a startup, and making social impact. Joe answers quick-fire questions about his life, inspirations, and productivity hacks, and provides advice for young entrepreneurs. He explains the mission, challenges, and successes of Zero Gravity, a platform designed to support talented students from low-opportunity backgrounds. Tune in for inspirational stories and actionable advice.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:51 Quick Fire Questions with Joe Seddon
01:17 Joe's Background and Key Advice
02:20 Favorite Books and Podcasts
03:07 Personal Preferences and Inspirations
04:17 Productivity Hacks and Sleep Importance
06:01 Flexible Working Hours at Zero Gravity
06:26 Historical Figures and Hidden Talents
08:06 Mantras and Skills to Learn
09:49 Essential Apps and Career Alternatives
11:15 Impact of Zero Gravity and Personal Reflections
13:50 Deep Dive into Zero Gravity's Mission
15:32 Challenges and Early Days of Zero Gravity
23:21 User Acquisition and Growth Hacking
31:10 Partnerships and Scaling Impact
33:45 Fundraising and Financial Management
42:16 Future Goals and Final Thoughts
Zero Gravity:
https://www.zerogravity.co.uk/
Linkedin profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeseddon/
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