Paul Mort Talks Sh*t

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Paul Mort Talks Sh*t

The Paul Mort Talks Sh*t podcast was created August 13th 2020 after much request to meet the high demand that there was for guests to come and "shoot the sh*t".This laid-back, conversational approach to podcasting allows the authenticity and rawness of personal journeys through life, from both host and guests, to shine through and resonate with the masses.

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    How to Recover From a Bad Week Without Starting Over

    If you set goals, smash them for a few days (or two weeks)… and then they die by Valentine's Day, this is for you. Most business owners think they've got a goal problem. I don't. I think you've got a stopping problem, you keep starting… then stopping… then starting again. In this episode, I break down why you quit right before the payoff, and the "cheat code" I use so I never miss more than once. What I cover January Man: two weeks of beast mode, one slip, then "I'll restart Monday" The Lag Effect (from The 12 Week Year): your results today are an artefact of previous behaviour Why silence, crickets, no movement, no sales, isn't failure, it's the price of admission The trap of all-or-nothing (sounds tough, really means you quit when it's inconvenient) Minimum Effective Dose: the smallest thing that still counts, your floor, not your ceiling Never miss twice: one miss is human, two misses is a pattern, three misses is a quit Next Action: stop carrying the last mistake and "play the next ball" (I tell a story about Sunderland/Newcastle and Luke O'Nien's "NA" rule) HOMEWORK: Pick ONE thing you keep starting and stopping (posting, emails, sales calls, training, journaling, DMs). Write down: Your maximum version (perfect Tuesday) Your minimum version (the smallest version that still counts when life is chaos) Then live by the rule: minimum effective dose + never miss twice. Connect with Me Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@paulmortofficial JOIN THE 90-DAY MANSFORMATION WAITLIST: Give me 12 weeks and I'll personally coach you to sort your head out, fix your business and get your life back on track. You'll get £100 off + the link 24 hours before anyone else when doors open Mon 18th May. https://training.worklifebalance.biz/mansformation-waitlist Free Training: 3 Pillars to More Profit, More Time and Getting Your Passion Back https://training.worklifebalance.biz/

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    The Engagement Extractor: Get More Engagement on Social Media

    If you've ever felt like you're posting into the nether… if you feel invisible… if all you get is crickets on social media… this is for you. I've just taught my clients a training called The Engagement Extractor, and in this episode I'm giving you the mini version: the tactics, tools, and beliefs underneath it. Here's the truth: for most people it's not the algorithm… and it's not effort. I believe your content isn't personal enough. And remember this: content doesn't convert, conversations convert. The job of content is to generate conversations. The "Big 6" content types (and the 3 that work best) The six types are: 👉🏼Personal beliefs 👉🏼Personal stories 👉🏼Lifestyle shares 👉🏼Results shares (your results + client results) 👉🏼Engagement questions 👉🏼Invitations From my own best-performing posts, the winners are: beliefs, stories, and engagement questions. And here's the line to steal: Tips get saved. Stories get shared. Beliefs get argued. Why personal content wins 👉🏼Stories are relatable 👉🏼Beliefs create reactions 👉🏼Intimacy drops "commenting friction" 👉🏼Real stuff cuts through polished stuff 👉🏼Comments matter (they carry way more weight than likes, and they start conversations) The 9 places to pull content from (so you never say "I've got no stories" again) These prompts come from your actual week, not your head: Moments — what actually happened this week? Reactions — what made you think something again? what did you watch/see? You — what did you catch yourself doing this week? People — anything someone did/said that stood out? Wins — what's a small win from this week? Standards — what's something you'd never do? Decisions — what did you decide this week? Outside of work — what happened that's nothing to do with business? Random — what's stuck in your head? Homework (do this before you click off) Open your notes/calendar/photo album and look at the last 7 days. Write down one moment, one reaction, one belief — then post it with no polish and no overthinking. Connect with Me Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/ LinkedIn - [www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort](http://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort) TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@paulmortofficial JOIN THE 90-DAY MANSFORMATION WAITLIST: Give me 12 weeks and I'll personally coach you to sort your head out, fix your business and get your life back on track. https://training.worklifebalance.biz/mansformation-waitlist NEW FREE TRAINING: The Emotional Cycle of Change - Why Change Feels So Hard, and How to Stop Falling Back Into Old Patterns Every Time Life Kicks Off https://worklifebalance.biz/emotional-cycle-of-change-download Free Training: 3 Pillars to More Profit, More Time and Getting Your Passion Back https://www.paulmortmasterclass.com/optin1713871707473

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    How to Unlock £10,000+ in Your Business (Without More Clients)

    Most people think scaling means more clients. I don't. I think scaling is better clients, better systems, and better monetisation, so you can grow without your life getting eaten alive. In this episode, I'm showing you how to unlock thousands of pounds in your business without a single new customer. It starts with a simple reframe… McDonald's are the kings of the upsell. "Do you want fries with that?" is estimated to generate a HUGE chunk of revenue, and the margins are wild. So the question becomes: what's YOUR version of "fries with that"? The only ways to grow a business (and what most people ignore) Get more customers (often the hardest one) Get customers to spend more (upsells / premium options / add-ons) Get customers to stay longer (retention / recurring revenue / service plans) Turn customers into raving fans who refer people (reviews + referrals on purpose) I break down real examples of how this looks in the real world, trades, gyms, subscriptions, service plans, premium options, and why most businesses cap their income because they have no next step, no follow-up, and a forgettable experience. If your business feels like constant chasing, constant selling, constant pressure… don't assume it's a marketing problem. Check the business model first: Do people spend more? Do they stay? Do they refer? And the "mad part"? A lot of this is solved by one thing: ASKING. If you enjoyed the "do you want fries with that" episode… comment below and let me know what you're adding into your business. Connect with Me Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@paulmortofficial JOIN THE 90-DAY MANSFORMATION WAITLIST: Give me 12 weeks and I'll personally coach you to sort your head out, fix your business and get your life back on track. https://training.worklifebalance.biz/mansformation-waitlist NEW FREE TRAINING:The Emotional Cycle of Change - Why Change Feels So Hard, and How to Stop Falling Back Into Old Patterns Every Time Life Kicks Offhttps://worklifebalance.biz/emotional-cycle-of-change-download Free Training:3 Pillars to More Profit, More Time and Getting Your Passion Back https://www.paulmortmasterclass.com/optin1713871707473

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    Decision Fatigue Is Wrecking Your Business (Fix It Like This)

    Overwhelm isn't a workload problem. It's a decision problem. And the second you start making clear decisions, overwhelm starts to disappear. Welcome to Episode 9 of Paul Mort Talks Sh*t (Solo). I've been missing for a couple of weeks (no sound on a "killer episode", then I got sick, then events… chaos). And ironically… that made this episode even more relevant: overwhelm. In this one, I break down why business owners feel overwhelmed (at every level), why it doesn't show up by accident, and the simple system I use to stop arriving there, and to shift out of it fast when it hits. What I cover: 👉🏼Why overwhelm isn't "too much to do", it's unmade decisions + unclear priorities 👉🏼The idea that overwhelm is the feeling you must do everything… because you haven't decided what matters most 👉🏼The fastest reset: get it out of your head and onto paper (in your head = stress, on paper = a puzzle) The 30-point scoring system I use to decide what matters: 👉🏼Reality filter: What breaks if I don't do this this week? (deadline vs preference) 👉🏼Progress filter: Does this move my main goal forward by Friday? 👉🏼Calendar filter: Will I actually protect time for this? What to do with low-score tasks: delete it / park it / delegate it / schedule it The weekly non-negotiable: your Key 3, protected, defended, finished If you're overwhelmed right now, you don't need "more time"… you need to decide what matters, and then act like it matters. ‼️NEW FREE TRAINING: The Emotional Cycle of Change - Why Change Feels So Hard, and How to Stop Falling Back Into Old Patterns Every Time Life Kicks Off https://worklifebalance.biz/emotional-cycle-of-change-download Free Training: 3 Pillars to More Profit, More Time and Getting Your Passion Back https://www.paulmortmasterclass.com/optin1713871707473 Connect with Me Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@paulmortofficial

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    Progress Feels Invisible… Until You Do This (90-Day Review)

    Most people completely misjudge their progress… because they judge it by how it feels. And progress can feel invisible… right up until you sit down and REVIEW it properly. Welcome to episode 8 of Paul Mort Talks Sh*t (Solo). Every 90 days, I sit down with no phone, no distractions and do a proper life + business review because you can't expect real self-belief without evidence. Q1 for me felt like a grind: slow progress, slow sales, I got sick twice, picked up a knee injury, and it felt like I'd missed a third of the quarter. But when I actually reviewed it? It turned out to be a great quarter, and that's the point: what it feels like isn't always what's happening. In this episode, I walk you through a short, cliff-notes version of the 90-day review, why most people avoid it (because they don't want to face the truth), and why reviewing stops you from repeating the same cycle over and over. I also share key lessons from my quarter, including: 👉🏼We don't fail… we stop (and I never miss two) 👉🏼If you don't slow down, your body will force you to 👉🏼Recovery matters more as you get older and small changes (like not scrolling at night) can make a massive difference 👉🏼The next level is often subtraction, not adding more If you do the review properly, it takes about 20 minutes, and you'll stop guessing, stop hoping, and start building real clarity and momentum. ‼️Paul Mort's Quarterly Life & Business Review: The Exact 20-Minute Review I Use Every 90 Days to Reset My Life & Business https://worklifebalance.biz/q1-review-doc-download NEW FREE TRAINING: The Emotional Cycle of Change Why Change Feels So Hard, and How to Stop Falling Back Into Old Patterns Every Time Life Kicks Off https://worklifebalance.biz/emotional-cycle-of-change-download Free Training: 3 Pillars to More Profit, More Time and Getting Your Passion Back https://www.paulmortmasterclass.com/optin1713871707473 Connect with Me Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@paulmortofficial

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    Why Your Offer Isn't Selling: You're Not the Obvious Choice

    If people aren't buying, it's usually not your offer… it's that you don't look like the obvious choice. In this episode, I'll show you how to fix that by building real authority (not "viral" nonsense). Welcome to Episode 7 of Paul Mort Talks Sh*t (Solo). This week I'm talking about authority because most of us aren't posting online to be influencers… we're doing it to get clients and customers. And whether people say it out loud or not, they're always asking: - Why should I listen to you? - Why should I trust you? - Why should I buy from you? If your content isn't converting, this is usually why: you're not answering those questions clearly enough… so you don't become the obvious choice. The Authority Engine (4 parts) In this episode, I break down my framework for building authority faster: ∙Visibility - consistently showing up with useful, educational content. ∙Signals - stage time, podcasts, collabs, awards, network… credibility signals that make people trust you quicker. ∙Assets - things that compound (books, reports, video series, tools) that prove you know your stuff over time. ∙Positioning - one painful problem you solve, explained simply, repeated consistently. I also talk about the trap people fall into, thinking authority is a blue tick, trend-hopping, and chasing virality… when real authority is built through education, proof, and consistency. ‼️Action for you: score yourself out of 10 on each one: Visibility / Signals / Assets / Positioning. Join Me at my 2-Day Business Summit: https://workshop.unstoppablesummit.co.uk/business-summit-april-2026 FREE TRAINING: 3 Pillars to More Profit, More Time and Getting Your Passion Back https://www.paulmortmasterclass.com/optin1713871707473 Connect with Me Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@paulmortofficial

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    7 Lessons From £6 Million in Sales (Steal These)

    This one is simple: if sales feel slower than they should, you don't need more "tactics"… you need the fundamentals that make people say YES. Welcome to Episode 6 of Paul Mort Talks Sh*t (Solo). In this episode, I break down the 7 lessons that make selling easier, cleaner, and way more consistent: The 7 lessons I cover: 1. Money flows to perceived value 2. People buy when they are uncomfortable 3. Proof removes doubt 4. Offer clarity will make selling easy 5. Deadlines drive decisions, urgency creates action 6. Authority reduces resistance 7. Confidence is irresistible If you're a business owner and things feel slower right now, this episode will help you tighten up your thinking, your offer, and your sales process, without chasing "new tricks". 👇 Drop a comment: which lesson hit you hardest, and what are you going to change this week? Join Me at my 2-Day Business Summit: https://workshop.unstoppablesummit.co.uk/business-summit-april-2026 FREE TRAINING: 3 Pillars to More Profit, More Time and Getting Your Passion Back https://www.paulmortmasterclass.com/optin1713871707473 Connect with Me Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@paulmortofficial

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    The Reviewing Habit That Changed My Life (Here's the System I Use)

    If you feel inconsistent, flat, or like you're going 90mph to nowhere… this is why. Here are the DAILY, WEEKLY, and QUARTERLY review questions I use to build clarity + confidence fast.   Welcome to Episode 5 of Paul Mort Talks Sh*t (Solo).   I'm obsessed with something that sounds boring…   Reviewing. Debriefing. Measuring backwards. And it's changed my life. Not because I love journaling (I'm a northern bloke… it's not that), but because I love the RESULT: confidence, self-belief, clarity, and momentum.   Most people don't review… so they end up guessing. They rely on feelings ("I feel like it's not working…") and that's how people drift, lose hope, and quietly quit on themselves.   So, in this episode, I give you the exact questions I use to turn: feelings into facts, drama into data, chaos into clarity, effort into evidence.   ✅ DAILY QUESTIONS (as I do them) What are my 5 wins today? Who did I have a positive impact on today? What opportunity am I most ready to capitalise on right now?   ✅ WEEKLY QUESTIONS What did I say I was going to do… and did I do it? What was my magic moment this week? (and what actually moved the needle forward?) What did I do, say, or ask that was outside my comfort zone?   ✅ QUARTERLY QUESTIONS What are my 10 biggest wins this quarter (personally and professionally)? What was the secret to those wins? (what made them happen?) What did I not achieve / where did I let myself down / what promises did I break, and why? If you've been feeling flat, inconsistent, unmotivated, or like you're "going 90mph to nowhere"… Try this for 7 days. Keep score. Collect evidence. Watch what happens.   CHALLENGE: ➡️ Drop a comment: which question is your favourite, and which one are you going to start using today?   Connect with Me Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@paulmortofficial

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    Stop Asking "How" & Start Asking "WHO" (Business Cheat Code)

    Welcome back to Paul Mort Talks Sh*t (Solo). This episode is about a concept that's been a complete cheat code for me in business: WHO, not HOW. Most people sit there asking: "How do I do this?" I ask: "Who can help me?" "Who's already done it?" "Who can open the door?" But here's the problem…   People have got this twisted. They think "who not how" means skip the work and DM strangers asking for favours. This week alone I got messages like: "Can you hook me up with your contact at Neutonic?" "Can you message James Smith for me?" "Can you send me your agent / HarperCollins contact?" From people I don't know. No relationship. No value given. Just take, take, take. So in this episode I break down how this REALLY works.   What I cover: ➡️ Why asking before giving kills trust (emotional bank account) ➡️ Why introductions put someone's reputation on the line ➡️ The truth: access isn't free — it's earned (effort, energy, sometimes money) ➡️ Why most of my connections came from rooms, events, masterminds… not DMs ➡️ The key relationship question: "What's in it for them?"   The 6 steps I use to build relationships and grow my network properly: 1. Get in the room 2. Introduce yourself like an adult 3. Be memorable (not loud) 4. Do something useful / give value 5. Follow up 6. Water the relationship (don't only show up when you want something) And I finish with 3 questions you should ask before you request a favour or intro: 1. Have I added value first? 2. If roles were reversed, would it feel fair? 3. Am I asking for access… or trying to skip the work?   If you want bigger opportunities, better connections, and doors opening faster… Get in the f*cking room.   Connect with Me Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/  LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@paulmortofficial 

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    Why Your Content Isn't Converting (And What To Do Instead)

    One of the biggest things business owners tell me is: "I need more leads." And listen, I'd like more leads too… but most people don't even speak to the leads they've already got. They've got followers, connections, old enquiries, past clients… and they're doing NOTHING with them. Because what we really want isn't "more leads"… It's more sales. In this episode, I break down my Trust Ladder / Sales Ladder, a simple way to stop trying to convince strangers to buy, and start making offers to the people who already know you, like you, and trust you. What I cover: ➡️ Why content gets attention… but doesn't convert deals on its own ➡️ The 4 tiers: cold contacts → engaged audience → warm leads → past/current clients ➡️ Why you should start at the TOP if you want sales this week ➡️ How to message current + past clients with simple offers (without overthinking it) ➡️ What to do with warm leads who've gone quiet: "shrink the decision" ➡️ How to move engaged followers up the ladder using hand-raisers (comment/DM prompts) If you want to make more sales, stop obsessing over going viral and start working the ladder properly, top-down. If this helped, do the like/subscribe/follow thing… and drop a comment with what you want me to cover next. Connect with Me Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@paulmortofficial

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    Business Is Hard in 2026… Here's How You Win Anyway

    This week I'm talking about something most people in my position won't admit: Business can be HARD. And the start of 2026 has been hard for me too; less traction, fewer sales, fewer sign-ups than I want. So, instead of pretending everything's perfect, I'm telling you what I think is actually happening in the market right now… and what I believe wins this year. In this episode, I cover: ➡️ Why 2026 feels harder: more noise, less attention, higher expectations, sceptical buyers. ➡️ Why people are slower to trust but faster to reject (and why "not right now" is everywhere). ➡️ The trap of confusing output with progress (AI makes it easier to produce… not necessarily to grow). ➡️ My key question for every decision this year: "Does this make the business calmer or more complicated?" ➡️ What wins in 2026: clarity over volume, reliability over novelty, calm invites, clear next steps, confidence without hype. ➡️ The trust line: how to remove distance, stop hiding behind brands/tools, and build certainty faster. ➡️ Why great people are gold dust and why energy might be your biggest advantage in a tired, robotic world. If you're an established business owner and it feels like people are hesitating more, trusting less, and it's getting harder to stand out… This episode will help you simplify, sharpen, and stop doing sh*t that burns energy without building trust. Your move: Where do people hesitate signing up with you? Where are you being vague? What feels messy? And what would remove doubt fastest? 👇 Subscribe + drop a comment with your biggest insight. Connect with Me Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/  LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@paulmortofficial 

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    Why Your Income Has Flatlined (And How to Fix It) | Paul Mort Talks Sh*t

    Right now, I'm seeing it everywhere. Business owners with experience. Skills. A decent income. But they've hit a wall—and no matter how hard they push, they can't break through it. They've built something good... but they know it should be better. More consistent income. More profit. More time. More actual progress—not just more busy work. This episode is for the business owner who's doing "all the right things"... but is STILL stuck at the same level. You've grown to a point—but now? You're coasting. Plateaued. And deep down, you know it's not because you're lazy or not good enough. It's something else. And that's exactly what I'm diving into today. Here's what I get into: - The REAL reasons experienced business owners hit income ceilings - Why "more leads" is NOT your actual problem - How your effort and energy might be keeping you stuck - The 2019 moment that changed how I grow businesses forever - And how to finally regain control over your time, energy, and results This is raw, practical, no-fluff talk from someone who's been in business 25+ years. I'm not here to inspire. I'm here to help you GROW. And if this hits home? ➡️ I'm running a LIVE workshop that'll help you break through your income plateau, for real. Join The £300K to £1M Breakthrough: Why Your Income Plateaus (And the Single Strategy That Changes Everything) For ambitious business owners sick of staying stuck at the same level. Save your seat here: [https://workshop.unstoppablesummit.co.uk/break-income-plateau-reg](https://workshop.unstoppablesummit.co.uk/break-income-plateau-reg) Connect with Paul: Instagram - [https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial](https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial) Facebook - [https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/](https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/) LinkedIn - [www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort](http://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort) TikTok - [https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort](https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort) YouTube - [https://www.youtube.com/@paulmortofficial](https://www.youtube.com/@paulmortofficial)

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    #74 Ex-Navy, Burnt Out, and Ready to Explode… Then THIS Happened with Calum Richardson | Paul Mort Talks Sh*t Podcast

    How do you rebuild your life, your business, and your identity… when you've been taught to handle everything alone? In this episode, I sit down with Calum Richardson — ex-navy, business owner, and now part of Elite X — to unpack how he went from burnt out and exploding… to leading himself, his business, and trekking to Everest Base Camp. We break down exactly how the coaching inside Alliance helped Calum: ✅ Rebuild confidence and clarity after burnout ✅ Grow his business without obsessing over it ✅ Restructure his consultancy into a purpose-led machine ✅ Take back control of his time, energy, and mission This is what happens when a driven man gets honest, finds accountability, and stops pretending he's fine. If you're a high-performing man who feels like life is running you — this episode is a wake-up call. What we cover: 🧠 Why ex-navy conditioning nearly took Calum out 🔥 The mental toll of leading when you're empty 📈 Growing a business by focusing on YOU 🎯 Why clarity and confidence beat more "grind" 🏔 What really happened on Everest Base Camp Message me on Instagram or Facebook the word "ALLIANCE" if you want to know how this all works. Connect with Me: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@paulmort7248   Connect with Calum on Instagram: Calum - https://www.instagram.com/calumrichardso1 The Bay Fish & Chips | Stonehaven - https://www.instagram.com/thebayfish

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    #73 How to Scale a Construction Company with Ian Lambert | Paul Mort Talks Sh*t Podcast

    How do you scale a construction company WITHOUT burning out, f*cking up your margins, or ending up back on the tools? In this episode, I sit down with my client Ian Lambert, a builder who decided he was DONE being "just another tradesman"… and instead built a serious business. We break down exactly how the coaching in Alliance helped Ian: ✅ Go from working IN the business to leading it ✅ Build systems that let him step back ✅ Land higher-quality clients (who pay more, expect less BS) ✅ And finally scale his construction company to the next level This isn't your usual "feel good" story. This is what happens when a self-employed builder gets honest, gets a roadmap, and gets to WORK. If you're a builder, contractor, or construction business owner who wants more than just a diary full of jobs - you need to watch this. What we cover: 🔨 How to scale a construction company without chaos 📈 The truth about business growth in the trades 🧱 Why most builders get stuck at 10-20k/month ⚙️ The mindset and systems behind real scaling 📞 And how coaching can completely change your game Episode Chapters: 0:00 – Intro: Ian's story 2:04 – Why more clients = scaling 4:51 – The REAL key to business growth 11:13 – The income levels that trap most builders 19:45 – What changed when Ian got coached 34:21 – Choose growth or choose slow death 43:37 – Is your business even sellable? 50:12 – Advice for builders who want to scale Connect with Me Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulmortofficial Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrPaulMort/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mort TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@paulmort

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    #66 Paul Mort - Over 1 Year Booze Free... Here's What I've Learnt

    In this episode, join myself on the LESSONS I've have learnt over the past year from being booze free. Answering questions from you guys, I give you tips & tricks, Guidance & some hard truths that might be uncomfortable to hear. This is NOT a preaching video to try and get you to stop drinking but it will give you some useful information from someone who is ACTUALLY on the journey right now.

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    #65 Rob Blackburne - Talks On Dealing With The Mental Health Problems Inside Football

    In this episode, join Paul Mort with Rob Blackburne, Rob talks to us about how he coaches Premier League footballers, the mental health problems inside of football right now & how he became a coach. This podcast we dive into the current problem with young footballers, how Rob & Luke O'Nien have built their Inner Game Academy for young aspiring footballers & the amount of abuse footballers get on a daily basis. I LOVE talking football and hearing it from Rob's perspective was a game changer. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did recording this podcast.

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    #64 Luke O'Nien - Opens Up About His Injury Struggles & Captaining Sunderland

    In this episode, join Paul Mort with 'Mr Sunderland' Luke O'Nien. Luke talks to us about how he has managed to overcome dark thoughts from his injuries & This podcast is AMAZING (Not biased...) Luke tells us everything from the best player he's played with, How Watford released him as youngster & his passion for football which has driven him through his whole life.  I could have talked with Luke all day! It was a pleasure to talk to the Sunderland Captain about the club I love & of course playing for BY FAR THE GREATEST TEAM THE WORLD IS EVER SEEN!!! HAWAY THE LADS!!

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    #63 Nick Capo On How He Transformed His Life From Drug Smuggler To Gym Owner | Paul Mort Talks Sh*t

    In this episode, join Paul Mort with Nick Capo. Nick talks to us about how he blew up on social media through the pandemic by being one of the first gym owners to take the stance of not closing in Liverpool. He also tells us stories of how the local police & government tried to deal with him and other gym owners in the area. This podcast takes so many twists and turns. Nick tells us how he got locked up for importing & exporting drugs, prison life & how he has now transformed his life into a now hugely successful business owner. This is such an amazing podcast, I could have talked with Nick all day! But i know you will LOVE this 2 hour long podcast and who knows we might even have to do another one in the future...

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    #62 Joe Woodhouse - Cost Of Living Crisis, Living In Abu Dhabi & Family Death

    In this episode, join Paul Mort with Joe Woodhouse. Joe talks to us about how to deal with the cost of living crisis and how everyone can potentially save that little bit extra cash. This podcast has a rollercoaster of emotions, when Joe tells us about how he dealt with finding out his mum had stage 4 terminal cancer all the way up until her passing. We also find out about how Joe dealt with panic attacks whilst working in Abu Dhabi. This is such a great podcast where we talk about a wide range of different things. I know you're going to love this one!

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    #61 Tony & Sarah Jeffries - Youtube Growth & dealing with Police 'Trouble'

    In this episode, join Paul Mort with Tony & Sarah Jeffries. Former professional boxer now Youtuber Tony Jeffries joins Paul and talks all things from youtube growth over the recent years, travelling the world & how he became the face of a Levi's advert. This podcast has it all as Tony & his wife Sarah tells us everything about how they are travelling the world, Home schooling their three daughters and how they continue to run such a successful business! Tony tells us how he starred in an American crime thriller tv-show 'The Blacklist' where he accidentally hit a Hollywood actress over the head & how Sarah is now growing her own youtube (Nurse Sarah Jeffries) channel to help people by sharing her knowledge about health and wellness in the hope of inspiring you to live a better life.

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    #60 Lesley Mort - How to overcome some of the biggest challenges in business!

    In this episode, join Paul Mort & Lesley Mort. Lesley joins Paul to talk about all things from how Lesley joined the business, The first changes which she implemented into the business & her future goals. This podcast has Lesley tells us some of the biggest business mistakes people are making RIGHT NOW, how to overcome them & her future travel plans WITHOUT Paul! Who the f*ck Is Paul Mort? Current UK Master Coach of the Year, World-Class Coach & International speaker I consider myself a straight talking, high performing leader of Business men. Formerly suicidal, experiencing overwhelm on a daily basis and emotionally attached to my diagnosis - Bi-Polar. I stood on the edge of a cliff in my hometown of South Shields, ready to end it all Lesley (my wife) stood infant of me and asked ONE pivotal question…

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    #59 Adam Collard - Cheating Allegations, Love Island & Business Ventures!

    In this episode, join Paul Mort & Adam Collard. Love Island's Adam joins Paul and talk all things from recent cheating allegations on Paige Thorne, Love Island secrets and how he started his gym business at the age of 21. This podcast has it all as Adam tells us everything about her Love Island experiences & how much abuse he has received over the recent months due to that one TikTok video. If you want to know what it was like being one of the most famous Love Island contestants and how Adam has dealt with life since, then this podcast is for you! For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #58 Russell Kane - On how to stay young, Men's mental health & Standup Comedy

    In this episode, join Paul Mort & Russell Kane. On this podcast we dive in deep with Russell Kane about his life when growing up, men's mental health & parenthood. In this podcast we see a more serious side of Russell Kane as we ask some hard hitting questions... If you want to know what it is like to be one of the most successful stand up comedians in the UK, this is the podcast for you... and so much more.. you're going to LOVE this. For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #57 Holly Hagan-Blyth - The Most Hated Geordie Shore Member Ever?

    In this episode, join Paul Mort & Holly Hagan-Blyth. Geordie Shore's Holly joined Paul and talk all things from Geordie Shore, Marriage & how she P*ssed off the entire fitness community. This podcast has it all as Holly tells us everything about her experiences in Geordie Shore, how she dealt with all of the online abuse & how handled fame at 18 years old. If you want to know what it was like being one of the first OG's on Geordie Shore and how life has been since, then this podcast is for you! and so much more.. you're going to LOVE this. For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #56 Vicky Pattison - Geordie Shore, I'm a Celebrity & Weight loss Journey

    In this episode, join Paul Mort & Tv Celebrity Vicky Pattison. Vicky joined Paul talk all things from Geordie Shore, I'm a Celebrity & how she was told she would never make it because of where she was from. This whirlwind of a podcast has it all as Vicky tells us everything about dealing with her own inner critic, how the jungle changed her life & how she made it in the TV business. and so much more.. you're going to LOVE this. For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #55 Richie Weetman - Yoga for Knackered-backs, Lockdown Startups & Rejection | Paul Mort Talks Sh*t #55

    In this episode, join Paul Mort and Richie Weetman who is a current client of Paul, fellow Sanddancer and Founder of "Yoga for Knackered Backs". If you're struggling with chronic back pain then this one might just be for you. Richie, like most, had a-lot of free time during lockdown and decided to hang up his Sea legs and decided to put on his entrepreneurial hat, testing multiple business ideas. Two of which are flourishing post-pandemic, we covered a-lot in this one so make sure you grab your pen and paper... oh and your Yoga mat! and so much more.. you're going to LOVE this. For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #54 Paul Mort - 7 Months Alcohol Free, Setting Goals & Handling Peer Pressure

    In this episode, join Paul Mort as he opens up about how he is now 7 months alcohol free & his biggest tips on how you can do it too. Paul shares his insights from his new booze-free life, how his kids felt about him drinking & answers your questions about how to do deal with peer pressure from friends, relatives and work colleagues aswell as how it has affected his social life... and so much more.. you're going to LOVE this. For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #53 Matt Hockings - On How He Created A Hollywood Blockbuster Movie

    In this episode, join Paul Mort & Writer, Producer & film star Mark Hockings. Mark has recently released a blockbuster film 'Prizefighter: The Life of Jim Bleacher' starring a star studded cast including Russell Crowe & Ray Winstone.  Mark opens up about his boxing world champion dad, David 'Bomber' Pearce & how he managed to attract some of the biggest hollywood actors to star in his hollywood film! Along with so much more... For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #52 Aaron Chalmers - Fighting Tommy Fury, Alcohol Abuse and Opening Up About Mental Health Struggles

    In this episode, join Paul Mort & Ex-Geordie shore member Aaron Chalmers. After 3 years in the making Aaron joined us on the podcast to share his recent struggles with alcohol and how it ruined his relationship with his partner Talia A raw and authetic look on life on the inside of one of MTV's biggest reality TV stars. We go deep on how combat sports has changed his life and allowed him to focus on other thing in his life apart from booze We go deep on this one, hope you guys enjoy... For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #51 Tommy Sutherland - Lessons From Juggling 6 Business Whilst Being A Fantastic Father

    In this episode, join Paul Mort & Tommy 'Timebomb' Sutherland. Serial entrepreneur, Tommy has international portfolio of companies ranging from B2B, service, accredited training schools, residential rentals & new house build construction. Tommy opens up about the struggles of being a single dad after losing the mother of his children, how he handled the adversity with his back against the ropes If you're keen on leadership, time-managment and scaling then grab a pen and paper because this one is for you.... For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #50 Savannah Marshall - Signing with Mayweather Promotions, Mind Game Exercises with Peter Fury & Nearly Quitting Boxing

    In this episode, join Paul Mort & Savannah 'Silent Assasin' Marshall, British professional boxer who has held the WBO female middleweight title since 2020. Savannah opens up on her relationship with Peter Fury and how helped the transition from ameateur to Pro alongside her biggest mental struggles with boxing and specific brain exercises she's uses to overcome them How she nearly quit boxing after chasing the olympic dream and much much more.. For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #49 Craig Gillespie - Creating A Strong, Consistent & Attention-Grabbing Brand

    In this episode, join Paul Mort & Craig Gillespie - Craig is a divorced dad of 2 boys, keen mountain biker and is extremely passionate about branding. Craig's career in the design industry spans 20 years. For the last two years, he's worked to establish and grow his own business and now uses that experience to help others do the same. Craig is known for taking brands from concept to launch stage in record time. For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #48 Richard Crow - 52k In Debt To World Class Mortgage & Insurance Broker

    In this episode, join Paul Mort & Richard Crow (Affectionately known as Big Pappa Crow) was my 2020 Man of the Year and he is a world class mortgage and insurance broker. For years he struggled with drugs and alcohol and found himself in £52,000 of debt. He found there was no real help out there that altered peoples views on money, and I bullied him in 2021 into starting a Coaching Program called Financeformation where he transforms peoples money mindsets and teaches them his famous 5 pot money formula.  Since then he's helped hundreds of people across the globe and has been recognised as my go-to money man for all my clients. For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #47 Heath Groves - Building A 7-Figure Tech Business Without Losing Your Head

    In this episode, join Paul Mort Heath Groves.  After having one of the most traumatic starts in life this former boy solider switched careers and fired through the ranks of the IT industry working for the largest global brand on the planet.   in 2009 he founded Sundown Solutions and is now the CEO for one of Lancashire's fastest growing Tech Companies which now employees over 50 people and has won three Red Roses over four years.     For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #46 Chris Tibbetts - How To Get A Handle On Emotional Eating & Drop 110KG

    In this episode, join Paul Mort and ex-emotional eater, Chris Tibbetts. Chris has overcome a BAD relationship with food and managed to drop 110KG which has drastically improved the quality of his life in all areas Here's what we covered; How fat Chris REALLY was when he was MORBIDLY obese, What 'triggered' him to make a change, How he lost 110kg AND KEPT IT OFF, WHY we eat junk and get drunk (and why its nothing to do with willpower) and How to get a handle on BINGE EATING And much more... For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #45 Arjuna Aishaya - An Instruction Manual To Living Life Fully

    In this episode, join Paul Mort and Ishaya Monk, Arjuna Ishaya. The Ishayas are an ancient - non religious - spiritual order of monks devoted to experiencing higher states of consciousness or "Christ consciousness" Here's what we covered; How to live life to the FULL through being present, What life is like as a devoted Ishaya MONK, Using meditation as a tool for clarity and focus, How to find peace through acceptance of reality And much more... For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #44 James Smith - Being Your Authentic Self & Reaping The Rewards

    In this episode, join Paul Mort and James Smith. James, a former marketing student of Paul's, has altered the trajectory of his life when he took on his new "no bullshit" approach to life... Here's what we covered; How 98% of ticket holders have requested to keep tickets and not a refund, Finding humour in ANYTHING, online presence ID verification, attachment theory and Vaccine passports And much more... For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    #43 Lucy Lord - Chasing The Uneasy To Live An More Fulfilled Life

    In this episode, join Paul Mort and Master Baker, Lucy Lord. Lucy worked in Veterinary Pharmaceuticals Sales travelling the world. Amazing at her job but no fire in her belly, Lucy then decided to follow her passion she fell in love with at University - Baking.... Here's what we covered; Being a Sunday Times Best selling author as a self-proclaimed introvert, Growing up as a youngster in the middle east, Why she left her job of 11 years to chase her passion of baking, Methods and tactics Lucy used to counter-act her negative self talk, The importance of pushing through resistance And much more... For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    Ep#42 Matt Abé - Attention To Detail: How To Operate Like A Head Chef

    In this episode, join Paul Mort and Head Chef at Restaurant Gordan Ramsey, Chef Matt Abé. Matt has climbed the ranks of the kitchen from a young, hungry chef in Australia to running one of Londons most sought after fine dining spots... Here's what we covered; The Importance of attention to detail, Where Matt found his passion for food, What it's like being head chef serving 700+ dishes per day, Dealing with high-level stress day in, day out and the importance of keeping health in-check to reach peak performance And much more... For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    Ep#41 Ellie Mckay - Using Past Life Experiences To Empower, Realign And Dominate Your Life

    In this episode, join Paul Mort and Property Investor Ellie Mckay. As a mumpreneur with 3 young children and multiple businesses, Ellie shares the things that have helped her achieve her level of success Here's what we covered; Handling self-doubt in the midst of a crisis, how you can invest in a house with NO-MONEY put down, juggling 3 children and multiple business opportunities and dealing with suicidal thoughts And much more... For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    Ep#40 Lesley Mort - Life With A Family Member Suffering With Mental Health Problems

    In this episode, join Paul Mort and his beloved wife Lesley Mort. Lesley is a role model to her kids and plays a huge part in the behind the scenes of the business, In Pauls words 'A superhero'  Here's what we covered; Dealing with a family member suffering with mental health, Cutting out negative people in your life, Why Lesley has a morning routine of waking up before her children.  And much more... For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk  

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    Ep#39 Luke John Harrison - Leaving Your Job And How To Turn Anger Into Fuel

    In this episode, join Paul Mort and long time friend and student, Luke John Harrison. Luke is a PT and owner of South Shields' only specialty coffee shop (The Owl And Swan) Here's what we covered; How you can turn Anger into Fuel, Leaving your job and how to handle starting your own business, Being all over the front cover of the gazette for Terrorist scandal, Masculinity and why not to hide it And much more... For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    Ep#38 Dax Moy - Life With PTSD, Mushroom Healing & Being Your Better Self

    In this episode, join Paul Mort and transformation coach Dax Moy. Dax was Paul's very first coach over 12 years ago, he is best known for being the UK's OG personal training coach's coach... Here's what we covered; How he became the WORLDS most expensive personal trainer, PTSD - how it developed and how he handles it on a daily basis, The difference between kindness and fairness, How to be a chameleon and adapting to your environment, Good or bad VS skilful or unskillful And much more... And much more... For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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    Ep#37 Diren Kartel - How To Stay Positive Amongst A Sh*tstorm Of Negativity?

    In this episode, join Paul Mort and Fitness Influencer Diren Kartel. Diren is best know for his movement of #NeatUp247 and Project X... Here's what we covered Living in Australia and meeting back up with James Smith, Having 100,000 followers but £1,000 in the bank, Sticking to values and not selling out, Male banter being mistaken for Toxic Masculinity, Environment and how it beats willpower And much more... For show notes, updates and free stuff.. don't forget to subscribe to the podcast AND head on over to http://paulmort.uk

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Paul Mort Talks Sh*t podcast was created August 13th 2020 after much request to meet the high demand that there was for guests to come and "shoot the sh*t".This laid-back, conversational approach to podcasting allows the authenticity and rawness of personal journeys through life, from both host and guests, to shine through and resonate with the masses.

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Paul Mort

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