004 Liam Doe: The assets are going to bail you out

Welcome to episode 4 of the Fail Forward podcast.   In this episode, I'm talking to Liam Doe, one of the owners of Old Bond Store in Southampton. A unique member-only workspace. Over the next hour, you'll hear first-hand Liam's journey so far, what's gone wrong and how he bounced back when it looked like he'd lost everything.   During the interview, I've asked Liam searching questions about what it means to be successful and what he considers the personality trait you'll find in every successful entrepreneur. We examine the difference between a business operator and an entrepreneur and why you need both those personalities to keep a business on track.   Throughout this podcast, Liam explains with complete honesty how he went from building a business to a £5 million turnover in the competitive world of construction to laying off all his staff and starting again.   You'll learn about his journey from his early years as an ultra-competitive footballer to the innovative workspace disruptor he is today. He'll share lessons from time spent as a "useless recruiter" to a successful kitchen salesperson.   The essence of Liam's story is the importance of understanding your differences, staying true to your ultimate goal, even when things look impossible, and the benefits of simplifying your business model.   As one of the Old Bond Store owners, Liam has created a completely unique offering with the largest business ecosystem in the local area. So what's next for someone who confesses to getting bored and loving the thrill of starting something new?   Join me for a fascinating 55 minutes that will leave you with three vital tips to Fail Forward when things go wrong.   If you enjoy listening to Liam's story, you can connect with him on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-doe-ab7a89166/  where he describes himself as annoyingly loud. Or, to find out more about the Old Bond Store, head to https://oldbondstore.com/ and find a member to introduce you.   If you're enjoying the Fail Forward podcasts, follow me on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or LinkedIn for all the latest on my mission to help business owners Fail Forward.   Facebook https://www.facebook.com/failforwardhenri LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/henri-ghijben-539132101/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@failforward12 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/henrighijben/