Built Different with Steven Pettigrew

The UK Is In Terminal Decline — Here's Your Way Out | Colin Campbell

Colin Campbell is the host of the Cambro Podcast (340+ episodes, top 1% globally), a sales coach who delivered £1.7M in revenue in his last corporate role, and one of the sharpest communicators in the UK podcasting space.   In this episode we get into the real state of the UK right now — the decline, the policies driving it, Agenda 2030, digital ID, immigration, and why entrepreneurs need to wake up. T hen we flip into what you can actually control: your sales process, your pipeline, and how to build something that gives you options regardless of what's happening around you. Colin breaks down his full sales framework — from ideal client profiling to outreach, discovery calls, objection handling, and closing — and explains why most businesses are sitting on a goldmine they don't know how to convert. What we cover: - Why the UK is in managed decline and where it's heading - Agenda 2030, digital ID and the control mechanisms coming - How Colin built Cambro alongside his corporate career - The redundancy that changed everything - Why most sales processes are broken (and how to fix yours) - Colin's full funnel breakdown from lead gen to close - The identity shift that took him from £300K to £1.7M in revenue - Why you need to act like the person you want to become before the results show up Connect with Colin: LinkedIn: Colin T Campbell Instagram: @col.campbell Email: colin@colcampbell.com [colin@colcampbell.com] If you're a business owner doing £500K–£5M+ and want help with scaling, acquisitions or selling your business — go to https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpettigrewinvestor/

How You can Earn £30k+ per month

In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, host Steven Pettigrew speaks with entrepreneur and marketing strategist Angela, who opens up about her journey from business failure in the UK to building a thriving coaching empire in Dubai.  They dive into everything from: • Starting over after failure • Entrepreneurial life in Dubai • Building a business with your spouse • The power of niching down in sales • Visibility, social media fears, and real marketing that works Angela also shares raw lessons from her past, how she rebuilt her confidence, and why failure is just a pit stop not a destination. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment & subscribe for more raw, real, and relevant conversations every week.

The Brutal Truth About Doing Business in the UK vs Dubai

Kai Crayford shares his incredible journey, from losing it all in a single day to building a thriving recruitment business in the tech and crypto space. Discover how he adapted, grew, and scaled Austin Werner from his bedroom to a global brand, all while balancing family and life in Dubai. In this episode of The Built Different Podcast, host Steven Pettigrew uncovers: • Starting a business with zero income • Challenges of working with your spouse • Building a niche team in crypto & AI recruitment • Real reasons he moved to Dubai • Why the UK no longer supports ambitious entrepreneurs • Growth strategies, team structure, and the future of Austin Werner 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment & subscribe for more raw, real, and relevant conversations every week. Follow Kai Crayford https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaicrayford/ 📲 Follow Steven:  https://youtube.com/@stevenpettigrewinvestor?si=0avNRjeO6wkGRw6x LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpettigrewinvestor/ 📧Work With Us:  https://www.monopolicapital.com/instagram-bio Podcast Partners Suited & Booted: https://www.instagram.com/suitedbootedofficial

Why 88% of Businesses Don’t Sell — And How You Can Be the Exception

Meet Jonathan Molloy — a dealmaker and acquisition entrepreneur. We discussed how he's built a portfolio of businesses, scaled one company from £1.8M to £5M+, and now helps business owners grow, restructure, or exit, often through strategic acquisitions. In this episode of The Different Podcast, host Steven Pettigrew uncovers: • The real reason most SMEs never sell and how Jonathan fixes that • What consulting for equity actually looks like • Why ADHD, strict nutrition, and mindset mastery gave him an edge • How he evaluates businesses and when he walks away • What makes a founder actually "investable" From spinal surgery at 20 to structuring multi-million-pound deals, this is a story of reinvention, strategy, and relentless consistency. 🎧 Subscribe for more episodes with founders and operators 📲 Follow Stephen: https://www.youtube.com/@StevenPettigrewInvestor [https://www.youtube.com/@StevenPettigrewInvestor] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpettigrewinvestor/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenpettigrewinvestor/] 📧Work With Us: https://www.monopolicapital.com/ [https://www.monopolicapital.com/]

Building a Global Recruitment Network with Blake and Gabby - Built Different

In this episode of the Built Different podcast, host Steven Pettigrew welcomes Blake and Gabby from Inbound Talent, a successful recruitment company that operates globally. Originally from South Africa, Blake and Gabby share their journey of moving to the UK, the challenges they faced in starting their business, and how their resourcefulness and entrepreneurial background from South Africa have played a crucial role in their success. They discuss the dynamics of running a business as a couple, market focus, cash flow challenges, and adapting to global recruitment needs, particularly in the IT and telecom sectors. They also touch on the impact of AI in recruitment and their future plans for global expansion. My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/stevenpettigrewinvestor Visit: https://monopolicapital.com/ [https://monopolicapital.com/]   Blake's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakejoubert/?originalSubdomain=uk Gabby's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellevanwyk/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellevanwyk/]   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Entrepreneurial Spirit 00:43 Welcome to the Podcast 01:12 Blake and Gabby's Backstory 02:41 Life in South Africa vs. Scotland 03:18 Challenges and Opportunities in Business 04:09 Cultural Differences and Adaptations 17:03 Impact of AI in Recruitment 20:39 Working as a Couple in Business 22:44 Navigating Family and Business Dynamics 22:57 Defining Roles and Trust in Partnerships 23:28 Balancing Big Picture and Details 23:56 Handling Business Challenges Together 25:38 The Highs and Lows of Entrepreneurship 26:24 Recruitment Industry Insights 31:15 Adapting Business Models for Success 37:42 Global Recruitment Strategies 41:37 Future Goals and Aspirations 43:58 Connecting with Us