What happens when the education system fails you, the corporate world drains you, and you realise that the life you were told to chase isn’t the one you want? Tom Spark walked away from a traditional career to build a life of adventure, business, and personal growth—and in this episode, he reveals how he did it.
From breathwork and ice baths to the power of gratitude and journaling, Tom shares the habits that transformed his mindset. He dives into the broken education system, the rise of wokeness in schools, and why he believes most people are being conditioned for mediocrity.
This episode is a must-watch for anyone who feels stuck in the system and wants to take control of their future.
Timestamps
0:00 – The system is broken—Tom Spark’s wake-up call
0:55 – 75 Hard, ice baths & breathwork—do they actually work
6:42 – The power of gratitude & why journaling is a game-changer
14:42 – Why journaling leads to long-term success
16:25 – The education system is failing—Tom’s experience as a teacher
22:44 – Can the system be fixed, or is it beyond saving?
27:12 – The rise of wokeness in schools—what’s really happening?
37:10 – Leaving teaching for business—how Tom built his own path
40:07 – Building a successful online business—where to start
44:55 – The direct benefits of launching a podcast
46:19 – Should you start a podcast? The truth about monetization
48:23 – Broad vs. niche podcasts—which one works best?
50:37 – How fast can you actually monetize a podcast?
54:10 – Future plans & final thoughts
Follow Tom:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/tomspark_
LinkedIn: tom spark | LinkedIn
YouTube: Tom Spark - YouTube
___________________________________________________________________________________
========================
Connect with Matt Haycox, No BS Business Podcast Host & 8-Figure Entrepreneur.
I’m Matt Haycox, entrepreneur, investor, and your straight-talking guide to building a business that actually works. I’ve raised over £750M, built (and rebuilt) 8-figure companies, and learned the hard way what it really takes to win.
On No Bollocks with Matt Haycox, I cut through the bollocks to bring you raw conversations with 7–8 figure founders, investors, and experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the scars to prove it. No hype, no theory, just actionable strategies you can use today to start, grow, and scale your business.
Whether you’re stuck in your 9–5, building your side hustle, or trying to hit your first £100k month, this is your go-to podcast for entrepreneur tips, startup growth strategies, raising capital, building a personal brand, and avoiding the costly mistakes most founders make.
📩 Get Matt’s free business newsletter for weekly strategies, mindset shifts, and behind-the-scenes lessons → https://nobollockswithmatthaycox.beehiiv.com/subscribe
▶ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/thematthaycox/
▶ YouTube – No Bollocks Podcast - YouTube
▶ LinkedIn – https://www.li...
