Your Local Entrepreneur

Welcome to Your Local Entrepreneur (YLE) Podcast Starting or growing a business is hard. Most podcasts make it look easy — selling you passive income fantasies and overnight success stories. YLE is different. We have real conversations with real entrepreneurs about the messy, unglamorous truth of building something from scratch. I'm not a guru. I'm not selling a course. I'm on the same road you are. If you're serious about entrepreneurship and tired of being sold a dream — pull up a seat.

Ajmal Mustaq | Multi £M CEO on the Ai Revolution, Marketing and the secret to Success 04/22/2026

Ajmal Mustaq | Multi £M CEO on the Ai Revolution, Marketing and the secret to Success Is your business ready for the AI shift of 2026, or are you about to fall behind? In this episode, we sit down with Ajmal Mushtaq, a multi-million-pound CEO and visionary leader, to deconstruct the rapidly evolving landscape of business, marketing, and technology. As we navigate the AI Revolution, Ajmal shares the exact strategies he is using to scale in 2026 and why traditional marketing is no longer enough to stay competitive. If you’ve ever wondered what separates high-level CEOs from the rest, this conversation reveals the "secret to success" that isn't taught in business school. /episode/index/show/ylepodcast/id/40982375

Tiktok Shop is NOT a Side Hustle - Naima Yusuf 12/05/2025

Tiktok Shop is NOT a Side Hustle - Naima Yusuf 🎙️ Is TikTok Shop just a side hustle? Think again. This week, I sit down with Naima Yusuf, the founder of Aura House of Beauty, who left her secure NHS job to sell Dubai inspired perfumes on her TikTok Shop full-time—after just SIX MONTHS. We dive deep into her incredible journey, breaking down the reality behind the viral success stories. Whether you're thinking about starting your own TikTok Shop or trying to grow your channel and sales, this episode is packed with actionable advice. Discover the exact strategies she used, the challenges she faced, and the moment she knew it was time to walk away from her 9-to-5. 🔗 Connect with Naima & Aira House of Beauty: • TikTok Shop: • Instagram: 🔗 Follow me/the podcast for more growth tips: • Instagram: TikTok: /episode/index/show/ylepodcast/id/39294725

The Talk CEO's Are Afraid To Have | Ajmal Mushtaq on Franchises, Politics and Gaza 04/25/2025

The Talk CEO's Are Afraid To Have | Ajmal Mushtaq on Franchises, Politics and Gaza In this compelling episode, I sit down with Ajmal Mushtaq, the visionary owner of Boss Pizza, for a raw and insightful conversation about entrepreneurship and ethics. Ajmal opens up about his journey to franchising, revealing the hustle and lessons learned along the way. We tackle the tough realities facing small and medium businesses today—from stifling government policies to increased costs —and ask: Is the system rigged against the little guy? But this isn’t just a business chat. Ajmal challenges the “alpha mentality,” arguing that empathy and kindness are the ultimate competitive advantages. Then, we pivot to a topic many shy away from: Gaza. Ajmal shares why he believes silence is complicity and urges leaders to use their platforms to speak up. Whether you’re a business owner, a change maker, or someone hungry for real talk, this episode will leave you fired up. Follow us on Tiktok: / ylepodcast Instagram: / your.local.entrepreneur Follow Ajmal on: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajmalmushtaq /episode/index/show/ylepodcast/id/36315840

'Fight or DIE': Daniel Sam on pushing past limitations and how Martial Arts can change your life 03/11/2025

'Fight or DIE': Daniel Sam on pushing past limitations and how Martial Arts can change your life Today’s guest is Daniel ‘The Warrior’ Sam: a former pro Muay Thai heavy weight champion whose viral ‘Fight or Die’ philosophy is rewriting the rules on limitations He’s is the force behind Black Diamond Gym, a breeding ground for mental and physical toughness His methods are known to be brutal, but people keep coming for more! But this isn’t about throwing punches. It’s about how to operate when failure isn’t an option. Daniel unpacks why ‘nobody cares’ in the pursuit of greatness—how success starts and ends with you. We dive into how to push past limits, how the martial arts mindset can change your life and how his ‘Fight or Die’ mantra applies to entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone refusing to settle. No safety nets. No shortcuts. Just raw, unfiltered truths about what it takes to win.. Youtube: Instagram: Tiktok: Daniel Sam: Instagram: /episode/index/show/ylepodcast/id/35633730

Leave the UK Before It’s Too Late? Saira Hayati on Opportunities, Transformation, and Coming Home 02/11/2025

Leave the UK Before It’s Too Late? Saira Hayati on Opportunities, Transformation, and Coming Home In this episode of YLE Podcast, we sit down with Saira Hayati—financial consultant, influencer, and entrepreneur—to uncover the real reason she returned to the UK after relocating to Malaysia. With her viral advice to "Leave the UK before it’s too late," Saira sparked a conversation about opportunities abroad. But what made her come back? Saira opens up about her transformative journey, from building a thriving career as a property entrepreneur to embracing her faith as a practicing Muslim. We discuss the opportunities she explored outside the UK, the lessons she learned along the way, and why she ultimately decided to return. This candid conversation dives into the challenges of chasing dreams, the realities of starting over, and how personal growth shapes professional success. Whether you’re considering a big move, building a business, or navigating your own transformation, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. Tune in to hear Saira’s unfiltered take on life, faith, and finding your place in the world. Follow us on Tiktok: Youtube: Instagram: /episode/index/show/ylepodcast/id/35241895

Geoff Thompson -How A Former Nightclub Bouncer Became An Author And BAFTA Award Winning Writer 02/11/2025

Geoff Thompson -How A Former Nightclub Bouncer Became An Author And BAFTA Award Winning Writer Geoff Thompson is a BAFTA-winning writer, film-maker, spiritual teacher, and martial artist. But before all of this Geoff worked on the factory floor and worked nights as a club doorman in his home town of Coventry. /episode/index/show/ylepodcast/id/19820717

Samson Space - UK's youngest director of an architectural practice talks mindset and action! YLE - Mohsin Khan 02/01/2021

Samson Space - UK's youngest director of an architectural practice talks mindset and action! YLE - Mohsin Khan Recognise your calling and how to get there /episode/index/show/ylepodcast/id/17774669

Power UP supplements - Turning your passion into a business and attracting loyal customers 11/01/2020

Power UP supplements - Turning your passion into a business and attracting loyal customers /episode/index/show/ylepodcast/id/16641224

Aarti Parmar - Being an Authentic Brand 11/28/2019

Aarti Parmar - Being an Authentic Brand Had the pleasure to interview Aarti Parmar, Branding expert and owner of AP Brand Communications. /episode/index/show/ylepodcast/id/12207284

Farrah Boutia - From Corporate Lawyer to Butter Boss! 08/16/2019

Farrah Boutia - From Corporate Lawyer to Butter Boss! Our FIRST episode!I had the absolute pleasure to speak to Farrah Charania Boutia, the boss of Moose Maple Butter. /episode/index/show/ylepodcast/id/10900777

Introduction 08/12/2019

Introduction Have you ever wanted to start your own business? maybe you need help scaling it or ideas on how to use current software to help you work smarter? /episode/index/show/ylepodcast/id/10862461

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