Wired for Success Podcast

Lisa Clunie — Branding with Purpose, Psychology & Personality

In this episode of Wired for Success, we sit down with Lisa Clunie, founder of Thrive Studios, whose 30+ year journey through the world of design, branding, and strategy is nothing short of inspiring. Lisa shares how her career began in graphic design and evolved into brand psychology and strategy—understanding why people connect with brands, not just what they look like. From working with global companies like Shell and BP to launching her own studio in 2012, Lisa has built a business that thrives on long-term relationships, powerful storytelling, and client success. We also talk about: * Rebuilding confidence and voice after divorce * The psychology of branding (for businesses and individuals) * Why values, consistency, and clarity matter more than ever * How she helps clients go from “just another logo” to a brand with real value and connection * Lisa’s warmth, passion, and deep insight into what makes a brand truly resonate will leave you thinking differently about your own message and mission. 📲 Learn more about Thrive Studios at: https://www.thrivestudios.co.uk [https://www.thrivestudios.co.uk] 🎧 Listen to Wired for Success on your favourite platform: 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4zpnCnpYgSfvLeMLklkvv8 [https://open.spotify.com/show/4zpnCnpYgSfvLeMLklkvv8] 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/wired-for-success-podcast/id1817780855 [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/wired-for-success-podcast/id1817780855] 🌐 Acast: https://shows.acast.com/wired-for-success-podcast [https://shows.acast.com/wired-for-success-podcast] About Wired for Success Wired for Success is the podcast that shares real, honest conversations with entrepreneurs, freelancers, and business owners who are carving their own path. Hosted by Jamie Morgan, each episode explores the ups, downs, and lessons learned on the journey to building a business and life you love. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

From Yo-Yo Dieting to Lifelong Change - with Debbie Ashmole

In this inspiring episode of Wired for Success, Jamie Morgan sits down with Debbie Ashmole, a mindset-based weight loss coach who helps people finally break free from emotional eating, comfort eating, and the exhausting cycle of yo-yo dieting. Debbie’s story is raw and relatable—after years of struggling with her weight and self-esteem, she made a powerful transformation in her late 40s, losing 4.5 stone and going from a size 20 to a size 8. But what truly changed wasn’t just her body—it was her mindset. Now she helps others do the same through realistic, sustainable lifestyle changes and a refreshingly no-nonsense approach. We talk about: * Why emotional eating isn’t a willpower problem * How mindset shifts and accountability lead to lasting success * The joy of helping clients reclaim their confidence, energy, and happiness * Why Debbie believes real change starts with progress, not perfection * If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like you’ve tried everything to lose weight—this episode will give you hope, practical insight, and a reminder that it’s never too late to change your life. 🔗 Connect with Debbie: * Facebook: ⁠bit.ly/DietWithDebbieWellnessCoach⁠ [https://bit.ly/DietWithDebbieWellnessCoach] * Instagram: ⁠@dietwithdebbie⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/dietwithdebbie] * Website: ⁠www.one2onediet.com/DebbieA1 [http://www.one2onediet.com/DebbieA1] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Letting Go of Emotional Baggage – Jackie Cooper on Hypnotherapy, Resilience, and Starting Over

In this episode of Wired for Success, Jamie Morgan sits down with Jackie Cooper, founder of Cooper Transformation and a cognitive hypnotherapist helping people break free from anxiety, emotional baggage, and limiting beliefs. Jackie shares her extraordinary journey—from experiencing the power of hypnotherapy herself, to training during the pandemic, and facing a life-changing cancer diagnosis just three days into her course. We talk about: 🔹 What anxiety is really rooted in 🔹 Why traditional talking therapy isn’t always enough 🔹 How cognitive hypnotherapy works 🔹 Supporting clients with stage 4 cancer 🔹 Learning to see failure as feedback 🔹 The power of asking, “What would you do if you weren’t afraid of failing?” This isn’t just a story of business—it’s a story of courage, transformation, and helping others rewrite their inner script. 🎧 Tune in and discover why just because you've always thought a certain way, doesn’t mean you have to keep thinking that way. 👉 Learn more about Jackie’s work: coopertransformations.co.uk [coopertransformations.co.uk] 🔗 Subscribe to Wired for Success [https://wired.helpmegrow.co.uk] for more inspiring interviews with business owners, creatives, and entrepreneurs rewriting the rules. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

5 Years of AMT Events: From Freelancing to Award-Winning Agency with Anna Marie Trzebinski

What does it take to build a luxury events agency in the middle of a global pandemic? In this inspiring episode of Wired for Success, Jamie Morgan sits down with Anna Marie Trzebinski, founder of AMT Events, to celebrate five years in business—after launching during one of the most challenging times for the industry. We talk about: * Starting AMT Events during the Covid lockdowns * Carving out a career in events through freelancing and creativity * Building an engaged personal brand on LinkedIn * Delivering unforgettable, design-led event experiences * Juggling entrepreneurship, motherhood, mentoring, and more If you’re in the creative industries, events world, or just need a dose of entrepreneurial energy—you’ll love this conversation. 📍 Find out more: https://www.amteventsglobal.com [https://www.amteventsglobal.com] 🔗 Follow Anna Marie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-marie-trzebinski [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-marie-trzebinski] 🎧 Subscribe to Wired for Success for more honest conversations with business owners, creatives, and doers across the UK. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

From Haulage to Homeownership: Darryn Evans’ Entrepreneurial Journey

This week on Wired for Success, Jamie Morgan sits down with Darryn Evans of AJMS Mortgages—a mortgage broker with a backstory full of entrepreneurial twists. From running a haulage company moving fine art and antiques for auction houses, to launching a photobooth business, to living in Cyprus and coming home to the UK—Darryn has seen it all. Now, he’s using that hands-on business experience to guide first-time buyers onto the property ladder, one mortgage at a time. We dive into: * His unique path from logistics to finance * Lessons learned from running multiple businesses * The human side of mortgages (it’s not all numbers!) * Why trust matters more than sales in financial services * How small business resilience shapes success in any industry If you're a small business owner, startup dreamer, or just love real-world stories of reinvention, this one’s for you. 🎧 Listen now and subscribe to Wired for Success for more real conversations with real business owners doing incredible things. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.