Take Flight Podcast

We are back with another blockbuster interview episode, this time with Yvonne Bajela. Yvonne is an early stage investor and Founding Member of Impact X Capital, a UK-based venture capital fund which invests in companies led by underrepresented entrepreneurs. Yvonne was voted Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Europe Finance List and on Forbes’ 25 Leading Black British People To Follow.We discuss Yvonne’s journey from Investment Banking to Venture Capital and all the lessons in between.Guest details: https://yvonnebajela.carrd.co/Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ If you have any feedback DM us @takeflightpodcast and remember to subscribe on whichever platform you are listening to us on (we are now on youtube too!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Pabilo reflects on his 10-year journey with Novartis. What started as a dream back when he joined in 2012 has turned into a reality. Pabilo kicks off by taking you right back to where it all started and walking through his career and how it has evolved. With a decade of experience, Pabilo shares some of his most important learnings and what he is most proud of. He saved the most meaningful message for the end so you don’t want to miss out on this special episode.Wherever you are in your career, the insights shared can certainly help to support your thinking and give you a few ideas that you perhaps may not have considered.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). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode. This week we take a deeper look into the company we’re all well accustomed with, Netflix. Last month, it was announced that Netflix for the first time in 10 years lost subscribers to their platform, at the same time, $50B was wiped off their value as well as projecting a further loss in subscribers in Q2. It seems that despite $7.8B in Q1 net revenue which was a YoY increase of 9.83%, there’s scepticism about their long term growth and vision.Join us as we dive into the company, how they started, how they grew and what challenges lay ahead.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). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Earlier in the year, Daniel shared in a Takeaway episode that he became a dad for the first time at the same time as starting a new job in a new company. Now that 90+ days have past, how is Daniel getting along?Daniel gives an insight what it’s been like for personally and professionally has he’s taken on a new title, pun intended. You may be surprised that Daniel has only been in the office 3 times, been on a family holiday and also gives you a chance to join the company. If you want to hear tips on travelling with a two-month-old, starting a new job at the same time as beginning parenthood or seeking a career in web3, be sure to listen to this episode!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). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve no doubt by now heard that Elon Musk, the richest man in the world will be acquiring Twitter. From going to owning a 9% stake in Twitter at the beginning of April to being invited to being on the board, rejecting the board position within days and then saying he will buy the company - thus making it private, and NOW having his $44 billion dollar offer accepted! What a rollercoaster it’s been.In this weeks episode we discuss:- What happened between purchasing a 9% stake and making an offer that was accepted?- What does this mean for the future of Twitter, Tesla and SpaceX?- How will he finance this acquisition?- What will freedom of speech look like?And much more!This is a deal that I think we may all be affected by in some shape and form (if regulators approve the deal) and an episode you should certainly tap into.Let us know your thoughts on this deal either via DM or comment on this post.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or any topics you'd like us

In this episode, Shuwel talks about a recently achieved milestone with his real estate company ACG, which started off as a ‘side hustle’ and has now evolved to crossing the £3m+ mark. He shares the timeline of that journey, his why and the how - all while living outside of the UK. If you’re interested to start your own journey of investing, business building or scaling, this episode is for you.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or interested to learn more drop Shuwel a DM @shuwel1 on Instagram or connect on LinkedIn: Shuwel. If you have 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) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are back with another blockbuster interview episode, this time with Andy Ayim, MBE. Andy is the founder of Angel Investing School, helping to get more women and people of color investing in start ups. Andy is also an Angel investor himself, a former MD of Backstage Capital, a co-founder of Mixtape Madness and has served on multiple advisory boards. Andy has been voted as a top 10 BAME leader in Tech by the Financial Times, and also recognized by the Royal Family in 2021 after being awarded an MBE for his contribution to diversity and technology in the UK. We discuss Andy's journey from Tottenham to Angel investing, the tech scene future and all the lessons in between.Guest details: www.andyayim.com@Andy_Ayim on InstagramAʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ If you have any feedback DM us @takeflightpodcast and remember to subscribe on whichever platform you are listening to us on (we are now on YouTube too!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this short, solo episode in the ‘Take Flight Takeaways’ series, Olu talks about setting financial goals for 2022 and his process. Goals provide direction, clarity, purpose and are critical to reaching your dreams.In this short episode, Olu shares:- Understanding your current financial position with your net worth, past 12 months income and expenses- Understanding the performance of your assets- Utilising all your money- Setting SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-Bound) goals- Importance of track frequently - monthlyIf you're interested in learning more from Olu about his setting goals process. Please reach out to him on Instagram: @Olu_OkunolaWe hope the Takeaways help you Take Flight!Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or topics you'd like us to discuss, please DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcastThis episode was originally posted on the 20th of Dec 2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode of ‘Take Flight Takeaways’, where each TFP member does a short solo episode on something they have recently learned or experienced.In this episode Pabilo (@PabiloTimbo) talks about the importance of drafting a will to plan and protect your assets.Pabilo shares his why and story on why he decided to complete a will at such a young age, what people should consider when drafting a will and the risks associated with not having a will in place.If you are focused on creating wealth and leaving a legacy then this episode is for you.We hope the Takeaways help you to Take Flight.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or topics you'd like us to discuss, please DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcastThis episode was originally posted on the 8th of Nov 2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks Takeaway episode, Daniel shares his experience with real life of examples of paying it forward and recounts vividly when he first heard this phrase and where he was.There are opportunities in our life every day where we can ‘pay it forward’ but it's up to us to recognise and take action.And remember, kindness isn’t kindness if you expect something in return!Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ If you have any feedback or topics you'd like us to discuss, please DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast and remember to subscribe on whichever platform you are listening to us on (ps we are now on youtube too) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During the last few years, Shuwel has had the opportunity to launch multiple products across different industries, from real estate related products with Ahmed Capital Group (ACG) to launching products more recently in complex areas such as in the healthcare space in Europe. In this episode, Shuwel explains the three focus areas that have been important in not only launching products successfully but also providing a platform for further growth.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ If you have any feedback or topics you'd like us to discuss, please DM us on Instagram @takeflightpodcast and remember to subscribe on whichever platform you are listening to us on (ps we are now on youtube too) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 123 we talk e-commence and discuss the business of Shopify. Shopify, a globally recognized company is a platform that offers businesses a chance to build and scale an online business. Some of the biggest brands today like Gym Shark, Kylie Cosmetics, Fashion Nova have built their business online using Shopify. We discuss what makes them a great company, their business model, and how they have grown from 0 to at one point a $170 billion company.Whilst their sales are growing, their share price has fallen significantly since 2021 and so we discuss what were the drivers behind the drop and what they could do to turn the share price around.If you are interested in learning more about online businesses, this episode is definitely for you.Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ If you have any feedback or topics you'd like us to discuss, please email us at takeflightpodcast@gmail.com Instagram @takeflightpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Throughout the history of mankind, the subject of identity has been such a complex topic. In this short, solo episode in the ‘Take Flight Takeaways’ series, Olu answers the question “Who Am I?”In this short episode, Olu shares his journey and why he joined Take Flight Podcast. If you're interested in learning more please reach out to him on Instagram: @Olu_OkunolaWe hope the Takeaways help you Take Flight!Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or topics you'd like us to discuss, please email us at takeflightpodcast@gmail.comInstagram @takeflightpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2020 when the pandemic kept gym goers at home, Peleton’s sales soared and its stock was going through the roof - soaring 400% making it Nasdaq’s second top performing stock of 2020 and was considered to be one of 2021’s most influential companies. However, like many of it’s bike users, it’s had a tough ride as of late so what’s really been going on? In this episode we discuss:- Where did it all wrong for Peleton?- Was the pandemic a blessing and a curse?- What’s next for Peleton?- How can they turn this around?Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴ If you have any feedback or topics you'd like us to discuss, please email us at takeflightpodcast@gmail.com Instagram @takeflightpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Money is a topic that almost everyone wants more of but only very few people actually understand how to actually use it. It’s something that was never taught in schools yet it impacts almost everything we do in our lives today.In this episode, Pabilo shares a number of his learnings around money, the psychology of it, the management of it, and how he tries to use it. Pabilo also shares his perspectives around the debate on whether money can buy happiness.If you want to learn more about money or you are currently in the process of trying to master the topic then this episode will help provide greater insights.Feel free to reach out to Pabilo on Instagram @PabiloTimbo if you have any questions you would like to ask him.We hope the Takeaways help you Take Flight!Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or topics you'd like us to discuss, please email us at takeflightpodcast@gmail.comInstagram @takeflightpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to ‘Take Flight Talks’, where we interview inspiring leaders, sharing with us their expertise and views on how they've been able to Take FlightIn this episode, we are joined by Nish a British singer, songwriter and musician of Bangladeshi descent. Nish, a household name in the Asian music scene, is known for his contemporary and diverse music in multiple languages. With his album and singles being the first Bangla hits to reach number 1 on the iTunes World Charts. Nish has also collaborated with major musical icons across the UK, becoming a pioneer of modern British Bengali Music. Through this all, Nish has been able to gain more than 500k followers across Youtube, Instagram and Tik Tok.We deep dive into Nish's background, journey into the music business, the financial focus, social media, beating cancer and what he’s planning for the future. You don’t want to miss this!Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or topics you'd like us to discuss, please email us at takeflightpodcast@gmail.comInsta

Welcome to another episode of ‘Take Flight Takeaways’, where each TFP member does a short solo episode.In this short episode, Daniel explains why it's a 'New Year, New Me' for him. He certainly shares some exciting news so without spilling the beans...tune in!Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or topics you'd like us to discuss, please email us at takeflightpodcast@gmail.comInstagram @takeflightpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apple is one of the most recognised companies in the world and became the first company to reach a market cap valuation of $3 Trillion on the 3rd Jan.In this weeks episode we discuss topics such as:- History of Apple- Discuss how Apple became the largest company in the world - Our prediction of the future of Apple and the largest companies in 2032Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or topics you'd like us to discuss, please email us at takeflightpodcast@gmail.comInstagram @takeflightpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode of ‘Take Flight Takeaways’, where each TFP member does a short solo episode.In this episode, Shuwel (@shuwel1) shares what he learned from two founders who presented to his class at Cambridge, on their journey from start-up to multiple multi-billion $ exits.We hope the Takeaways help you to Take Flight!---This episode is sponsored by Ahmed Capital Group, if you’re interested to learn more about investment opportunities, drop Shuwel a DM @shuwel1 on Instagram or connect on LinkedIn: Shuwel---Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or topics you'd like us to discuss, please email us at takeflightpodcast@gmail.comInstagram @takeflightpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this short, solo episode in the ‘Take Flight Takeaways’ series, we’re talking about 5 takeaways in which I learned from reading Morgan Housel's book 'The Psychology of Money'. These lessons are related to the different attitudes to money and are super useful in your financial journey.In this short episode, Olu shares his main takeaway from the book:- Don’t underestimate the importance of luck. - When is enough enough?- Compounding- Save as much as you can - Use money to buy freedomIf you're interested in learning more from Olu. Please reach out to him on Instagram: @Olu_OkunolaWe hope the Takeaways help you Take Flight!Aʟʟ ᴠɪᴇᴡs ᴀʀᴇ ᴏᴜʀ ᴏᴡɴIf you have any feedback or topics you'd like us to discuss, please email us at takeflightpodcast@gmail.comInstagram @takeflightpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.