
Not My First Guess
Candid lessons from fellow founders, investors and innovation experts; to help you test, launch and scale your idea faster.
Podcasting since 2020 • 62 episodes
Not My First Guess
Latest Episodes
Building a Business From Joy Not Fear: Featuring Thea Brook
Join me, Hattie Willis, as I chat with the incredible Thea Brook, a seasoned entrepreneur and CFO-turned-founder, about her remarkable journey from finance to founding her own businesses. We dive into Thea's unconventional background, from t...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:00:37

The Power of Calling it Quits: When to Step Away: Featuring Joy Mpofu and Cameron Orcutt
Ever felt the pressure to keep your startup afloat, even when it's not working out? In this episode, we dive into the tough topic of shutting down your business with Joy Mpofu and Cameron Orcutt, two founders who have been there, done that, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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55:27

How to Find the Right Funding For You: Featuring Daniel Sawko
Are you tired of the painful process of finding investors for your startup? Today, I'm joined by Daniel Sawko, co-founder of ShipShapeVC, who's on a mission to make fundraising easier for founders. In this episode, Daniel shares his journey ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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53:14

Growth vs Scale: Building Teams That Last: Featuring Neda Sahebelm
Join us as we dive into the inspiring story of Neda, founder of Keshty, as she shares her journey of overcoming rejection, building a successful business, and investing in others. From her experiences as an only child to navigating the world of...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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58:19

Innovators not Imposters: Featuring Cecil Adjalo
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Cecil Adjalo, founder of Foundervine, one of the UK's largest and most vibrant accelerators, having designed a high-impact training program that provides ambitious entrepreneurs with the skills, too...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:04:16
