Stamp Your Mark
‘Stamp Your Mark’ gives you exclusive access to the world’s top business leaders, as they explain how they built their businesses, personal brands and left a unique mark on the world. Hosted by Joe Binder – founder of WOAW, the UK’s leading personal branding agency – each episode offers tips and tricks on how you can replicate their success. We hope you leave each episode feeling informed, challenged and motivated to go out and make your mark on the world. Joe’s Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram: @joebinder96 | Twitter: @joebinder96
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Removing The Stigma Around Taking Medication | Lucy Rout
05/26/2022
Removing The Stigma Around Taking Medication | Lucy Rout
Lucy Rout, founder of Tabuu, takes to the Stamp Your Mark mic this week. Tabuu makes thoughtfully designed, stylish pill cases for people to store and travel with their medication. On this episode, Joe and Lucy covered: Removing the stigma around taking medication Corporate life vs Founder life Why Comparison is the thief of joy Using your platform as an entrepreneur to fight for representation Lucy is on a mission to reduce the stigma surrounding taking medication. Using her own experiences as a pancreatic cancer survivor and having to take around 20 tablets a day for her health, she created Tabuu. Connect with Lucy Rout Connect with Joe
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Flexible Working Is The New Normal | Molly Johnson-Jones
05/19/2022
Flexible Working Is The New Normal | Molly Johnson-Jones
Molly Johnson-Jones, co-founder of Flexa Careers, takes to the Stamp Your Mark mic this week. Flexa Careers is the UK’s first careers platform dedicated to truly flexible working, setting the standard across all industries with their Flexification seal of approval for employers who meet the flexible working criteria. On this episode, Joe and Molly covered: What flexible working actually means and how it is becoming the new normal. The reality of starting a business with your partner Unlimited holidays: is it a good idea or a gimmick? Overcoming the unconscious bias in fundraising After being diagnosed at 18 with an autoimmune disease, Molly was fired from her job in investment banking after requesting to work from home one day a week. Molly then met her now partner Maurice O’Brien on the dating app, and after five dates they decided to start a business together which would provide a platform for people like them who wanted more flexibility in their jobs. Connect with Molly Johnson-Jones Connect with Joe
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The Number #1 Reason Startups Fail | Matt Jonns
05/12/2022
The Number #1 Reason Startups Fail | Matt Jonns
Matt Jonns, founder and CEO of Founder & Lightning , takes to the Stamp Your Mark mic this week. His company Founder & Lightning has helped build over 25 startups in the past 5 years with a portfolio valuation of over £100M. On this episode, Joe and Matt covered: Why LinkedIn is a powerful tool for startup entrepreneurs The dangers of hyper-growth Why start up founders shouldn’t get distracted by making their product sexy The number one reason startups fail Why building your startup in ‘stealth mode’ is a bad idea Domain specialists come to Jonns & his team with an idea and they pair that founder with a team of engineers & product managers, who vet, build & launch it. Connect with Matt Jonns Connect with Joe
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LinkedIn’s Managing Director EMEA/LATAM On The Past, Present And Future Of LinkedIn | Josh Graff
05/05/2022
LinkedIn’s Managing Director EMEA/LATAM On The Past, Present And Future Of LinkedIn | Josh Graff
Josh Graff, LinkedIn’s Managing Director EMEA/LATAM , takes to the Stamp Your Mark mic this week. He has been featured on the Financial Times Top 50 LGBT Leaders list, recognised as an Inspiring Leader at the LGBT Awards, and was recently a Commissioner on the HIV Commission. On this episode, Josh and Joe covered: What it means to be a LinkedIn Creator The evolution of LinkedIn’s platform and community Why a sense of belonging is the most powerful motivator in business The benefits of coming out in the workplace Why LinkedIn is the space to build your personal brand Josh has worked at LinkedIn for over 11 years and has played a crucial role in the transition of the platform - from a static site where you upload your CV to the social media powerhouse that it is today. Connect with Josh Graff Connect with Joe
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From 500 to 40,000 people: Building the UK’s Hottest Music Festival | Chris Jammer
04/28/2022
From 500 to 40,000 people: Building the UK’s Hottest Music Festival | Chris Jammer
On today’s episode of Stamp Your Mark, I spoke to Chris Jammer, co-founder of one of the fastest growing music festivals in the UK, . As a queer person of colour, Chris is a strong and vocal advocate for both BAME and LGBTQ+ communities across the UK. On this episode, we discussed: The reality of starting a business with friends; What it takes to grow one of the leading UK music festivals (which has Lil Wayne headlining this year) His experience at Cambridge University Connect with Chris Jammer Connect with Joe
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The Biggest Mistakes Early Stage Founders Make | Anthony Collias
04/21/2022
The Biggest Mistakes Early Stage Founders Make | Anthony Collias
On this episode of Stamp Your Mark, I spoke to Forbes 30 under 30 recipient Anthony Collias. He co-founded Stasher, an international travel platform that’s raised over $5m in funding and is known as the Airbnb for luggage. When the travel industry took a hit during Covid, Anthony and his co-founder Jacob decided to use their skills and time to launch something good for the world. As a result, TreePoints was born. On this episode, we discussed: Owning your own business Vs working for someone else Developing HR policies for your startup Why a founders’ agreement is Important Hire slow fire fast: why founders should heed this advice Connect with Anthony Collias Connect with Joe
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Here’s Why Your Networking Technique Is NOT Working (And How You Can Fix It!) | Craig Fenton
04/14/2022
Here’s Why Your Networking Technique Is NOT Working (And How You Can Fix It!) | Craig Fenton
On this episode of Stamp Your Mark, I spoke to business leader and entrepreneur Craig Fenton. Craig leads Strategy & Operations for Google in the UK and Ireland, is an investor in over 13 startups and founded his own record label to give artists from lower socio-economic backgrounds a start in music. On this episode, we discussed: How to network like a pro Why the idea of failing is underrated And Craig shares his advice for startup founders Connect with Craig Fenton Connect with Joe
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Raising $1M and Building a Tech Startup at 24 | Lotanna Exeike
04/07/2022
Raising $1M and Building a Tech Startup at 24 | Lotanna Exeike
On this episode of Stamp Your Mark, I spoke to Lotanna Ezeike, founder of XPO. Having raised 1 Million, the XPO app plans on disrupting the online banking world for influencers. It offers a speedy invoice payment solution that allows creators to get paid within 24 hours of completing a job. Lotanna just really says it how it is. The truth. The juice. The reality of being a 24-year-old building a tech startup. In this episode, we discussed: How to bring the best in your employees Why clout is currency What banking for creators really means And having the courage to dream big Connect with Lotanna Ezeike Connect with Joe
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What I Wish I Knew Before Raising Capital For My Startup With Tash Grossman
03/31/2022
What I Wish I Knew Before Raising Capital For My Startup With Tash Grossman
In this episode of Stamp Your Mark, I spoke to tech entrepreneur Tash Grossman. Tash is focused on providing innovative retail solutions. Founding Slip in 2021, she’s led the way in using data to create more informed and frictionless experiences for retailers and their customers. In that time, she’s been named in Techround’s 29 Under 29 and won Retail Week Live’s Data & Insight prize. On this episode, we discussed: What makes a good startup founder How slip began and the problem it is trying to solve What you should know before you start fundraising for your startup How to attract diverse talent in tech Connect with Tash Grossman Connect with Joe
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100k Downloads In The First 4 Months of Launching POM Dating App: Vihan Patel
03/24/2022
100k Downloads In The First 4 Months of Launching POM Dating App: Vihan Patel
On this episode of Stamp Your Mark, I will be speaking to Vihan Patel Founder and CEO of POM: the dating app for music lovers. They believe music speaks to our emotions. The app uses your music selection to understand emotions and thus help its user find more meaningful connections. With over 100k downloads within 4 months of launching, Vihan has created something special. On this episode, we discussed: The realities of building an app from scratch How POM helps its users make meaning connections How treating employees like a friends is a dangerous game The best guerrilla marketing strategy How your brand can become more intentional with its tone of voice Connect with Vihan Patel Connect with Joe
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What It Takes To Build Europe‘s Number One CBD Brand With Daniel Khoury
03/17/2022
What It Takes To Build Europe‘s Number One CBD Brand With Daniel Khoury
On this episode of Stamp Your Mark, I will be speaking to Daniel Khoury, co-founder leading CBD brand Trip. Their mission is to bring that moment of calm to you everyday, making it as accessible as possible in a variety of formats from CBD drinks to CBD oils. On this episode, we discussed: Why he kept his first business a secret for so long How to be the best manager for your employees The perils of Imposter syndrome as an entrepreneur The stigma still prevalent surrounding mental health How funding helped his business scale up Connect with Daniel Khoury Connect with Joe
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Why your mental health matters as much as your physical health with Adnan Ebrahim
03/10/2022
Why your mental health matters as much as your physical health with Adnan Ebrahim
On this episode of Stamp Your Mark, I spoke to Adnan Ebrahim, co-founder of brand new mental health app, MindLabs. Their mission? To make the world a happier place. After exiting Car Throttle in 2019 (the largest cross-platform community for car enthusiasts) Adnan transitioned to the mental health space when realising the lack of support available for people on a day to day basis. Having raised an incredible 3.5 million at seed, Adnan is on a mission to equalise support for mental and physical health. On this episode, we discussed: Why he kept his first business a secret for so long How to be the best manager for your employees The perils of Imposter syndrome as an entrepreneur The stigma still prevalent surrounding mental health How funding helped his business scale up Connect with Adnan Ebrahim Connect with Joe
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Jack Parsons: We All Have Super Powers
03/03/2022
Jack Parsons: We All Have Super Powers
In this episode, I'm joined by Jack Parsons, an award-winning young entrepreneur, public speaker and subject expert on youth, and is known as the UK’s Chief Youth Officer. Jack is on a mission to improve the odds for young people across the country, and The Youth Group helps millions of young people access jobs, improve their skills and find mentors. Jack is no stranger to leaving his mark, having won numerous awards for his work - recently being named as ‘Young Digital Leader of the Year’ and also one of the ‘UK’s Kindest Leaders’. On this episode, we discuss: Why we need real models not role models How to build the perfect network The Youth Group and how they are improving young people's career prospects And the power of asking the right questions as an entrepreneur Connect with Jack Parsons Connect with Joe
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Why Being A Young Founder Is Hard With Ben Towers
02/24/2022
Why Being A Young Founder Is Hard With Ben Towers
In this episode, I'm joined by multi-award winning entrepreneur, keynote speaker and co-founder of Tahora Ben Towers. Described by Richard Branson as one of the most exciting young entrepreneurs, Ben's journey began at age 11 when a family friend tasked him with building their company’s website. With no experience, Ben taught himself the craft by watching Youtube videos. Fast track to now, Ben is co-founder of Tahora, an employee-engagement app that recently raised 1.5 million dollars and won a place on Y Combinator. On this episode, we discuss: Being a younger leader Leadership qualities: manager vs leader Ben’s motive behind building the Tahora App in the mental health space Receiving feedback from people closest to you The Ego And what Stamp Ben wants to leave in the world Connect with Ben Towers Connect with Joe
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Feedback Without Permission Is A Dangerous Game with Lottie Unwin
02/17/2022
Feedback Without Permission Is A Dangerous Game with Lottie Unwin
In this episode, I speak with Lottie Unwin, an experienced Marketeer and Strategist with unique combination of big business training and start-up experience, from FMCG to fin-tech. Lottie has worked with the likes of Dr Will’s, Elizabeth Scarlett, ByRuby and Nix & Kik. Having completed her graduate training at marketing powerhouse Proctor & Gamble, Lottie then joined Propercorn to lead their marketing efforts. Missing the support that P&G provided she quickly decided to seek out other connections who could help her on her journey - and she was soon regularly going for coffees and drinks with people doing similar roles in other companies. The Copy Club (a members network for marketeers in entrepreneurial businesses) originally started as a supper club back in 2014 but quickly grew to a community of 500+ marketeers. Fast forward to today, she has a successful business, and runs courses, events and recruitment for startups. In this episode we discuss: The dangers of feedback The idea of the Copy Club and business model Why Lottie changes her Job role every quarter How LinkedIn plays a part in her business And what questions founders should ask themselves. Connect with Lottie Connect with Joe
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Ali Abdaal: Why You Should Treat Your Personal Life Like a Business
02/10/2022
Ali Abdaal: Why You Should Treat Your Personal Life Like a Business
“ When you put content out there in the world you increase your surface area for lucky things to happen” - Ali Abdaal In this episode I speak with youtuber, entrepreneur and educator Ali Abdaal. Ali’s YouTube videos have over 150 million views and has a part-time YouTuber Academy where he helps aspiring YouTubers start their channel. He is also the host of the Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal podcast. In this episode we discuss: How we become aware of ‘ego’ and find balance Why content creators should also be referred to as entrepreneurs. The benefits of treating your personal life like a business Legacy and the gravestone technique Connect with Ali Abdaal Connect with Joe
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How to Raise Your First Round of Startup Funding with Sophie Baron
02/03/2022
How to Raise Your First Round of Startup Funding with Sophie Baron
In this episode I'm joined by Sophie Baron, founder and CEO of Mamamade. Mamamade is rewriting the script on what it means to be a working parent. It provides organic, plant-based baby and toddler meals right to your door via its subscription service. Mamamamde is not just organic food for babies and toddlers but a community with helpful resources. All Mamamade members have access to information from top nutritionists, parenting experts, wellbeing professionals and their very own weaning coach. Sophie and I discuss: The Mamamade community The term ‘mumprenuer’ Sophie’s experience crowdfunding with Seedrs The importance of self belief as a founder. Connect with Sophie Baron Connect with Joe
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The Reality of Exiting a Multimillion Dollar Company: Nick Telson
01/27/2022
The Reality of Exiting a Multimillion Dollar Company: Nick Telson
In our first ever episode I speak with founder, angel investor Nick Telson. Nick is a serial angel investor and previously co-founded Design My Night. Nick now has founded the Horseplay Ventures group, which is an angel investing arm and startup studio kind of giving back from what helped him start his own business. In this episode we discussed: His exit of Design My Night The benefits of working in corporate Why purpose is more important than money The raw reality of starting your own business Connect with Nick Telson Connect with Joe
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Stamp Your Mark Trailer
01/26/2022
Stamp Your Mark Trailer
Welcome to the Stamp Your Mark podcast! Each week we will give you exclusive access to the world’s top business leaders, as they explain how they built their businesses, personal brands and left a unique mark on the world. We hope you leave each episode feeling informed, challenged and motivated to go out and make your mark on the world. Joe’s Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram: @joebinder96 | Twitter: @joebinder96
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