Over the past two seasons, I’ve met some incredible people and had a great run. But I’m in a different chapter now and putting everything into building Searc…
3:274.6K views · 9mo ago · 3:27
Big announcement. I feel like this channel has served its purpose, but interviews and podcasts aren't where I add the most value. So I'm going to be starting fresh with content that actually moves the needle. My new YouTube channel (@chrisdonnellybusiness ) will be pure tactical breakdowns, earned wisdom and honest advice from someone who's currently in the trenches building businesses. No fluff.
1:11:321.1K views · 1y ago · 1:11:32
Guest: Jordan Schwarzenberger
How do you build a $100 million creator business from scratch? This week, Chris sat down with Jordan Schwarzenberger, the man behind the Sidemen’s explosive business empire. From YouTube videos to burger chains, clothing brands, and viral drinks, Jordan has helped turn a group of creators into a $100M+ powerhouse.
Topics: Jordan Early Years · Why You Shouldn't Go To Uni · What is a Monoculture? · Moving from Vice to LadBible · Jordan Starting His Own Agency · How to Command a Room When You're Younger
2:09:1490K views · 1y ago · 2:09:14
Guest: Rory Sutherland
Ever wondered why your perfectly logical idea still flops? Rory Sutherland, Vice Chairman of Ogilvy, thinks logic is the real enemy of innovation. In this episode, Rory dismantles everything you thought you knew about business, branding, and consumer behaviour. From pricing psychology to irrational decision-making, he shows why people don’t buy what's logical, they buy what feels right.
Topics: Fat-Tailed Marketing · Blockbuster Not Buying Netflix · Reverse Benchmarking · Business Idea: Car Rental Company · How to Think Non-Rationally · Reframing the Value of Something Psychologically
1:14:107.6K views · 1y ago · 1:14:10
Ever wondered what it takes to go from $0 to $100 million? Davie Fogarty did that with 1 product in 1 year. After 7 failed startups, Davie finally cracked the code, and built The Oodie, one of the fastest-growing eCommerce brands in the world.
Topics: Davie early years · from 0 to 10M in first year · Skill to build a 10M business · how to jump on trends · Why are scared of Ai · 0 to 10M in 1 year
1:38:511.9K views · 1y ago · 1:38:51
What does it really take to turn your audience into a multi-million dollar company? @thenathanbarryshow went from broke blogger to the founder Kit, a bootstrapped SaaS powerhouse generating $45 million a year in subscription revenue.
Topics: Nathan’s Backstory · Celebrities on Kit · How to Make Great Content · Nathan's Childhood · Discovering Web Design · Writing Books
1:55:542.1K views · 1y ago · 1:55:54
Guest: Elizabeth Day
No one teaches you how to embrace failure, but what if that’s the only way to truly succeed? Today, I’m sitting down with Elizabeth Day, bestselling author, journalist, and host of @HowToFailPodcast, the hit podcast that’s changed how millions of people think about setbacks.
Topics: Elizabeth & Chris’ experiences with IVF struggles · Self doubt in your 20s · Elizabeth’s early years · “Confidence in a muscle you can flex” · Elizabeth’s first job at 12 · Gossip columnist
1:08:0939K views · 1y ago · 1:08:09
You don’t need more motivation. You need mastery. In this episode, I sat down with @ShiHengYiOnline , one of the world’s most respected voices on self-discipline, inner strength, and mental clarity. He’s not here to give you life hacks. He’s here to teach you how to face the uncomfortable truth: that most of us are running from ourselves.
Topics: Early Years · Rebelling · How to Deal with Comparison & Competitiveness · How to Figure Out the Purpose of Life · Epidemic of Addiction & Greed · What to Do When Times Get Hard
1:36:053.5K views · 1y ago · 1:36:05
You don’t need to shout to be heard. You don’t need to win every argument to be respected. And you don’t need to fear difficult conversations, if you know how to lead them. In this episode, trial lawyer and #1 speaking coach @jeffersonfisher shares the communication frameworks that have made him one of the most trusted voices online for navigating conflict, setting boundaries, and speaking with confidence.
Topics: Jefferson’s Backstory · Jefferson Powerful Online Voice · “What You Say Is Who You Are” · How to Spot a Liar · Nervous Before a Hard Conversation? Try This · Declutter Your Sentences, STOP Saying Um
45:5796K views · 1y ago · 45:57
Watch an updated version of this video here I’ve just launched a new YouTube channel, and I’m sharing in-depth breakdowns on how I’m actually scaling my companies right now. What’s working, what isn’t, and my decisions behind each step.
Topics: How I went from stuck to scaling · Turning your profile into a sales machine · The “Perfect Headline” formula · Your About Section: What really matters · The 5 proven post types that build followers + revenue · Selling without selling: The “SERVE” method
1:22:234.7K views · 1y ago · 1:22:23
Guest: Maya Raichoora
This episode might change the way you think about mindset forever. At just 17, Maya Raichoora was diagnosed with a chronic illness that left her unable to walk, eat, or even attend school. Doctors told her she’d never recover fully. But what changed everything wasn’t just treatment — it was visualisation.
Topics: Introducing Maya · Maya’s Early Life as a High Performer · Diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis · The Mental and Physical Struggle · Isolation and Shame · Searching for a Cure Worldwide
📚 Book mentioned: Visualise
1:15:095K views · 1y ago · 1:15:09
No one teaches you how to walk into Soviet negotiations on a tourist visa and walk out with one of the biggest gaming deals in history. Today, I’m sitting down with Henk Rogers, the entrepreneur who brought Tetris to the world and outplayed billion-dollar corporations to secure the rights. His journey is a masterclass in risk-taking, negotiation, and reinvention.
Topics: The Origin Story Begins · Henk's Humble Beginnings · Following Love All the Way to Japan · Bringing Western Games to the East · Betting the Farm Literally · The Moment Henk Found Tetris
1:40:533.8K views · 1y ago · 1:40:53
Guests: TJ Power, Neuroscientist REVEALS
Social media is hijacking your brain. Dopamine overload is killing your focus. Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are wrecking your body. The modern world is designed to keep you addicted, distracted, and exhausted. So how do you take back control?
Topics: TJ’s Upbringing · Family Friendship with Jay Shetty · Growing Up with OCD · TJ’s Party Phase · Hitting Rock Bottom · TJ’s Teachings Begin
1:27:4553K views · 1y ago · 1:27:45
No one teaches you how to build a £50 million business from your university bedroom, but getting it right can change everything. Today, I’m sitting down with Sara Davies, entrepreneur, investor, and former Dragons' Den star. Sara started as a young founder, juggling imposter syndrome, tough decisions, and relentless pressure. Now she’s built an empire, invested in countless businesses, and even danced her way through Strictly Come Dancing.
Topics: Why Sara is leaving Dragons' Den · How Sara became an entrepreneur · Sara’s husband supporting her · Working with family · Winning Sara over on Dragons' Den · Sara’s legacy
📚 Book mentioned: The Six Minute Entrepreneur: 52 Lessons for Long-Term Success
1:34:083.5K views · 1y ago · 1:34:08
Guest: Heather Elkington
No one teaches you how to be a great leader, but getting it wrong can make or break your career. Today, I’m sitting down with Heather Elkington, the Gen Z leadership coach who’s helped thousands step up with confidence. Heather started as a young manager at Harrods, struggling with imposter syndrome, tough feedback, and impossible workloads. Now she’s trained leaders at American Express, Abercrombie & Fitch, and FTSE100 companies and she’s here to share what actually works.
Topics: The worst type of leader · How to give bad feedback · Why you need to stop being nice · Heather's love for work · working at Harrods · Building Her Business
1:19:366.9K views · 1y ago · 1:19:36
Manifestation isn’t just wishful thinking, it’s a science-backed process that can completely transform your life. But most people are doing it all wrong. In this episode, Roxie Nafousi, bestselling author and the leading voice in modern manifestation, reveals the 7-step formula that has helped thousands turn their dreams into reality. Plus, she gives us an exclusive deep dive into her brand-new book, Confidence: 8 Steps to Knowing Your Worth
Topics: Roxie’s Journey · Rat Experiment on Mindset · Roxie’s First Manifestation Experience · Does Manifestation Actually Work? · Manifesting a Relationship · 8 Steps to Confidence
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