60 acast.com Raise The Floor https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/raise-the-floors-podcast en Hybrid Solutions Group Business ,Entrepreneurship ,Manchester,Leadership,Grit,Founder,strategy,learning Hybrid Solutions Group Raise the Floor is a podcast about building with meaning, not ego.


Hosted by Phil McCabe, founder of Hybrid Solutions Group, each episode features honest conversations with people who lead through values, resilience, and quiet discipline.


Born in Salford and shaped by his working-class roots, Phil brings a grounded, human perspective to leadership, one inspired by the legacy of his late father.


This podcast explores what it really takes to build a life, team, or business with integrity. No hype. No shortcuts. Just real stories, thoughtful insight, and the everyday discipline of showing up.

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]]> Raise the Floor is a podcast about building with meaning, not ego.


Hosted by Phil McCabe, founder of Hybrid Solutions Group, each episode features honest conversations with people who lead through values, resilience, and quiet discipline.


Born in Salford and shaped by his working-class roots, Phil brings a grounded, human perspective to leadership, one inspired by the legacy of his late father.


This podcast explores what it really takes to build a life, team, or business with integrity. No hype. No shortcuts. Just real stories, thoughtful insight, and the everyday discipline of showing up.

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]]> false Hybrid Solutions Group hybrid@serotonin.co.uk 6892243e8184339560fda4ae raise-the-floors-podcast episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1754407786393-0ae8d29f-18df-425b-95f1-b6d7621a8db7.jpeg https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/raise-the-floors-podcast Raise The Floor Building a Startup at University: What No One Tells You | Harriet Noy | Raise The Floor Building a Startup at University: What No One Tells You | Harriet Noy | Raise The Floor Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT 55:20 694282585e2a1916ecbb5f3b false https://shows.acast.com/raise-the-floors-podcast/episodes/694282585e2a1916ecbb5f3b 694282585e2a1916ecbb5f3b 6892243e8184339560fda4ae full 1 10 In this episode of Raise The Floor, we sit down with Harriet Noy, female founder and Founder & CEO of HAZAAR to explore the real journey of building a university startup from the ground up. Harriet shares what it’s really like to be a young entrepreneur and student entrepreneur, from early mistakes and pivots to navigating leadership challenges while studying.


We dive into the realities of startup funding, including the pressures of fundraising for startup growth, the difference between pre seed funding and seed funding as well as practical insights into how to get startup funding as a first-time founder. Harriet also discusses venture capital versus alternative business funding options and what investors really look for when backing student startups.


This episode is a must-watch for aspiring founders, students considering entrepreneurship and anyone curious about building and funding a startup straight out of university.



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]]> In this episode of Raise The Floor, we sit down with Harriet Noy, female founder and Founder & CEO of HAZAAR to explore the real journey of building a university startup from the ground up. Harriet shares what it’s really like to be a young entrepreneur and student entrepreneur, from early mistakes and pivots to navigating leadership challenges while studying.


We dive into the realities of startup funding, including the pressures of fundraising for startup growth, the difference between pre seed funding and seed funding as well as practical insights into how to get startup funding as a first-time founder. Harriet also discusses venture capital versus alternative business funding options and what investors really look for when backing student startups.


This episode is a must-watch for aspiring founders, students considering entrepreneurship and anyone curious about building and funding a startup straight out of university.



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]]> How to Grow a Marketing Agency in 2025 | Dom Carter | Raise The Floor How to Grow a Marketing Agency in 2025 | Dom Carter | Raise The Floor Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:10:00 GMT 1:02:00 693051d4042629ee0e8ba6c6 false https://www.raisethefloor.co.uk/ 693051d4042629ee0e8ba6c6 6892243e8184339560fda4ae In this episode of Raise The Floor, we sit down with Dom Cart, co-founder of Serotonin, one of Manchester’s fastest-growing marketing agencies. full 1 9 Dom shares his journey from getting fired to scaling a 30-person team, surviving the loss of 30% of revenue in four days, and making his first acquisition.


A raw conversation about pressure, culture, consistency, and what it really takes to build a business that lasts.

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]]> Dom shares his journey from getting fired to scaling a 30-person team, surviving the loss of 30% of revenue in four days, and making his first acquisition.


A raw conversation about pressure, culture, consistency, and what it really takes to build a business that lasts.

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]]> <![CDATA[The Truth About Burnout & Boundaries in Leadership | Katy Leeson | Raise The Floor]]> Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:00:00 GMT 1:00:33 691ee2745e54c6660a641e98 false https://shows.acast.com/raise-the-floors-podcast/episodes/691ee2745e54c6660a641e98 691ee2745e54c6660a641e98 6892243e8184339560fda4ae We sit down with Katy Leeson, growth coach, marketing consultant, and former agency leader, to explore her powerful journey through burnout, resilience, self-worth, and redefining what success in business and life really means. full 1 8 Katy opens up about the high-pressure world of leadership, the importance of setting boundaries, and why slowing down can sometimes be the boldest decision you’ll ever make.


We dive deep into mental health, career growth, personal development, and sustainable success, without losing yourself in the process.

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]]> Katy opens up about the high-pressure world of leadership, the importance of setting boundaries, and why slowing down can sometimes be the boldest decision you’ll ever make.


We dive deep into mental health, career growth, personal development, and sustainable success, without losing yourself in the process.

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]]> How to Build a Powerful Personal Brand on LinkedIn | Sam Winsbury | Raise The Floor How to Build a Powerful Personal Brand on LinkedIn | Sam Winsbury | Raise The Floor Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:11:08 GMT 46:38 690c824c317c91fd9ac1a6d2 false https://shows.acast.com/raise-the-floors-podcast/episodes/690c824c317c91fd9ac1a6d2 690c824c317c91fd9ac1a6d2 6892243e8184339560fda4ae Sam Winsbury, founder of Kurogo, shares his journey from university side hustle to running a full-service agency helping founders, executives, and entrepreneurs build personal brands that drive real business results. full 1 7 In this episode of Raise the Floor, Sam Winsbury, founder of Kurogo, shares his journey from university side hustle to running a full-service agency helping founders, executives, and entrepreneurs build personal brands that drive real business results.


He opens up about imposter syndrome, consistency, and the lessons learned scaling a team from scratch, plus why “work–life balance” might just be a myth, and how positioning yourself online can change everything.


A must-listen for anyone looking to grow their business, build authority on LinkedIn, and create opportunities through authenticity.

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]]> In this episode of Raise the Floor, Sam Winsbury, founder of Kurogo, shares his journey from university side hustle to running a full-service agency helping founders, executives, and entrepreneurs build personal brands that drive real business results.


He opens up about imposter syndrome, consistency, and the lessons learned scaling a team from scratch, plus why “work–life balance” might just be a myth, and how positioning yourself online can change everything.


A must-listen for anyone looking to grow their business, build authority on LinkedIn, and create opportunities through authenticity.

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]]> <![CDATA[From Rock Bottom to Raising Standards | Adam Smith on Masculinity, Mindset & Finding Purpose ]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:15:00 GMT 1:07:54 68fa36125149d2d6f29c418a false https://www.raisethefloor.co.uk/ 68fa36125149d2d6f29c418a 6892243e8184339560fda4ae We sit down with Adam Smith, founder of A-Game Consultants, a high-performance coach helping CEOs, founders, and leaders transform their mindset, habits, and identity. full 1 6 Adam opens up about his personal journey from hitting rock bottom to building a life defined by discipline, authenticity, and purpose.


Together, we explore what it really means to be a “good man”, how to stop people-pleasing, and why raising your standards is the foundation for lasting success.

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]]> Adam opens up about his personal journey from hitting rock bottom to building a life defined by discipline, authenticity, and purpose.


Together, we explore what it really means to be a “good man”, how to stop people-pleasing, and why raising your standards is the foundation for lasting success.

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]]> <![CDATA[The Problem with Diet Culture, Supplements & “Quick Fix” Health | Nutrition Secrets Revealed by Chef James Farey]]> Thu, 09 Oct 2025 08:30:00 GMT 48:17 68e65d6cd798804c9e2dd739 false https://www.raisethefloor.co.uk/ 68e65d6cd798804c9e2dd739 6892243e8184339560fda4ae The performance chef who swapped fine dining for real results, James Farey breaks down what’s holding us back from 100%. full 1 5 Performance chef James Farah started washing dishes at 13, grafted through brutal Michelin kitchens, then walked away to help elite athletes perform at their peak. In this episode of Raise The Floor, James reveals:


  • Why the health industry thrives on confusion
  • How alcohol, weekends and “treat culture” set people back
  • Why blood tests beat supplements and fad diets
  • What chefs really cook for top athletes
  • Why most people are only functioning at 60%


This one’s packed with practical advice, real talk and eye-openers.

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]]> Performance chef James Farah started washing dishes at 13, grafted through brutal Michelin kitchens, then walked away to help elite athletes perform at their peak. In this episode of Raise The Floor, James reveals:


  • Why the health industry thrives on confusion
  • How alcohol, weekends and “treat culture” set people back
  • Why blood tests beat supplements and fad diets
  • What chefs really cook for top athletes
  • Why most people are only functioning at 60%


This one’s packed with practical advice, real talk and eye-openers.

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]]> <![CDATA[Dragons’ Den, Stalkers & Scaling Success | Naomi Timperley]]> Thu, 25 Sep 2025 08:30:00 GMT 55:36 68d3fa92d4ea86dd5918ee06 false https://www.raisethefloor.co.uk/ 68d3fa92d4ea86dd5918ee06 6892243e8184339560fda4ae What does it take to scale a business to nine cities, face the Dragons’ Den, and fight back against an online stalker? full 1 4 In this episode of Raise the Floor, entrepreneur Naomi shares her journey from launching Babylove UK to creating the Enterprise Lab and preparing to launch Endgame Consultancy.


She opens up about her ADHD diagnosis, lessons in authenticity, and why execution matters more than labels, offering powerful insights for anyone building a business or making an impact.

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]]> In this episode of Raise the Floor, entrepreneur Naomi shares her journey from launching Babylove UK to creating the Enterprise Lab and preparing to launch Endgame Consultancy.


She opens up about her ADHD diagnosis, lessons in authenticity, and why execution matters more than labels, offering powerful insights for anyone building a business or making an impact.

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]]> <![CDATA[Football, Retail & Redefining Success in Property | Dougie Orton-Wade]]> Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:30:00 GMT 1:06:00 68c29396d842f06200e5b4a6 false https://www.raisethefloor.co.uk/ 68c29396d842f06200e5b4a6 6892243e8184339560fda4ae Market stalls, football pitches, and retail floors, what do they all have in common with running Build to Rent communities? full 1 3 Market stalls, football pitches, and retail floors, what do they all have in common with running Build to Rent communities?


Dougie joins the Raise The Floor Podcast to share his journey from chasing a professional football career to becoming Operations Director at Moda.


From lessons in graft and resilience to shaping culture, purpose, and community in property, Dougie reflects on the power of alignment, mentorship, and challenging the status quo.

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]]> Market stalls, football pitches, and retail floors, what do they all have in common with running Build to Rent communities?


Dougie joins the Raise The Floor Podcast to share his journey from chasing a professional football career to becoming Operations Director at Moda.


From lessons in graft and resilience to shaping culture, purpose, and community in property, Dougie reflects on the power of alignment, mentorship, and challenging the status quo.

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]]> <![CDATA[Overcoming Fear, Public Speaking & Finding Fulfilment Beyond Success | Danny Donachie]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2025 15:49:23 GMT 1:08:25 68b8602c7450e0cb415c34b3 false https://www.raisethefloor.co.uk/episodes/02 68b8602c7450e0cb415c34b3 6892243e8184339560fda4ae Should I be a footballer or a monk? full 1 2 Danny Donachie joins the Raise The Floor Podcast to talk coaching, personal growth and the power of facing fear.


From overcoming his struggle with public speaking to creating safe spaces for athletes and leaders, Danny shares how self-discovery and resilience go hand in hand.


This is a must-listen for anyone who has ever struggled with self-belief, or wants to push themselves to achieve their full potential.

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]]> Danny Donachie joins the Raise The Floor Podcast to talk coaching, personal growth and the power of facing fear.


From overcoming his struggle with public speaking to creating safe spaces for athletes and leaders, Danny shares how self-discovery and resilience go hand in hand.


This is a must-listen for anyone who has ever struggled with self-belief, or wants to push themselves to achieve their full potential.

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]]> Running 100 miles, Prison and Building a Business Running 100 miles, Prison and Building a Business Sun, 10 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT 54:52 68b861e27450e0cb415cb887 false https://www.raisethefloor.co.uk/episodes/01 68b861e27450e0cb415cb887 6892243e8184339560fda4ae Clair Heaviside joins us to talk about building endurance, in running and in life. full 1 1 Clair Heaviside joins us to talk about building endurance, in running and in life.


From the mental strength it takes to run 100 miles to the realities of running a business, she opens up about resilience, mindset, and overcoming setbacks along the way.

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]]> Clair Heaviside joins us to talk about building endurance, in running and in life.


From the mental strength it takes to run 100 miles to the realities of running a business, she opens up about resilience, mindset, and overcoming setbacks along the way.

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