In this episode of from the podcast studio, I’m joined by John Paton, founder of SRV Golf.He discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of mental health, and how his personal experiences shaped the brand's mission. John emphasises the significance of storytelling in marketing, the role of influencer marketing, and the need to disrupt the traditional golf industry. He also reflects on balancing family life with his business endeavours and the learning curve of managing a startup.Finally, John opens up about his personal life, particularly the impact of his mother's battle with cancer on his entrepreneurial journey, and how it inspired him to create a golf brand that embodies her spirit.I’m Mark, co-founder of the podcast studio glasgow, a podcast production space built by podcasters, for podcasters.I started podcasting in 2005 and there isn’t much I haven’t learned about the medium in the last 20 years. psg is where podcasters come to start or improve their podcast. Learn more at podcaststudioglasgow.comTakeaways Starting a podcast can be intimidating but rewarding. SRB Golf was launched to support cancer and mental health charities. The Lotus Flower symbolises strength and overcoming adversity. Golf became a mental health outlet during challenging times. Building a brand requires navigating stock management challenges. Storytelling is crucial in marketing a brand effectively. Disrupting the golf industry involves offering affordable, quality products. Balancing family life and entrepreneurship is a constant challenge. Influencer marketing can help grow a brand organically. Continuous learning is essential for business success. Selling online can be challenging due to hidden costs. Branding is crucial for product success. Research your market thoroughly before launching a product. Having a unique selling proposition (USP) is essential. Cash flow management is critical for online businesses. Personal experiences can drive entrepreneurial passion. Community engagement can enhance brand loyalty. Testing products with potential customers is vital. Building a strong supply chain is necessary for success. Persistence is key in overcoming initial business hurdles.Chapters00:00 – The Journey of SRV Golf10:04 – Personal Stories and Brand Mission19:58 – Marketing Strategies and Influencer Impact20:44 – Building a Brand with Purpose30:24 – Navigating the Challenges of Online Business35:26 – Lessons from Personal Experience: Overcoming Adversity42:14 – Future Aspirations: Community and Growth

In this episode, Mark Hunter speaks with Rob Begg, a coach specialising in mental narrative and non-duality. They explore how our internal dialogue shapes our reality, the significance of awareness in achieving success, and the concept of non-duality as a means to understand consciousness. Rob emphasises recognising our true nature and how our beliefs manifest in our experiences. The conversation also touches on the challenges of entrepreneurship, the illusion of separation, and the power of conscious choices in personal growth. Takeaways: The mind shapes our experiences through internal dialogue. Non-duality emphasises the oneness of everything. Awareness is crucial for achieving success and personal growth. Our beliefs manifest in our experiences, influencing outcomes. Conscious manifesting is about recognizing our true nature. The past and future are constructs; only the present matters. Feelings serve as indicators of our awareness and mindset. Entrepreneurship often involves proving oneself and can lead to mental health challenges. We can choose to focus our awareness on what we love. Success is not about hard work but about aligning with our true selves. Sound Bites "Our internal dialogue directly influences our reality." "We are all manifesting all the time 24-7." "Life is only now, that's all we've got." "We can choose to give our awareness to what we love." "We are the dreamer dreaming the dream." "The mind isn't supporting us to get what we love." "What would I love?" "Choose your assumptions carefully." Chapters 00:00 - The Power of Mental Narrative 06:01 - Understanding Non-Duality and Consciousness 11:48 - The Nature of Success and Awareness 17:59 - The Role of Awareness in Personal Growth 24:01 - The Illusion of Separation and Manifestation 30:07 - Conscious Choices and the Entrepreneurial Mindset