Shows
Ministry of Work UnpluggedGary Oxborough - Barlow IrvinGary has built Barlow Irvin, a mortgage brokerage, from the ground up to a team of seven - and is now focusing on how we can transition from business operator to business owner.
2025-07-1111 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedTony Clayson - Consultant Orthopaedic Trauma SurgeonHaving spent 30 years as a consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Tony has transitioned into the world of medico-legal helping legal teams and courts navigate complex injury claims.
2025-07-1110 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedJohn DuckworthWith a decade in high-level leadership, John is a hands-on developer - bug fixing, refactoring code, and supporting a global dev team and aspirations for creating his own social skills company.
2025-07-1116 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedBen Hepworth - Go FounderBen Hepworth, owner of GoFounder, provides a unique accountability and productivity service for solo founders, especially those with ADHD.
2025-07-1116 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedRic Effio - Right Choice MortgagesRic’s built a solid business from the ground up, focusing not just on numbers, but on building genuine, lasting relationships with clients.
2025-07-1109 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedRiaz Kala - Kala Atkinson2025-05-2321 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedStephen Jeffares - University of Birmingham2025-05-2317 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedJosh Keegan - Ultimate FDJosh is a chartered accountant turned founder, Amazon best-selling author and speaker, who is quietly revolutionising how seven-figure entrepreneurs think about their finances.
2025-04-1018 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedHayley Grainger - Peak Lifestyle ManagementHayley’s business sits at the intersection of high-level business support and personal concierge. It’s a rare blend of precision, practicality and people skills - and it’s growing fast.
2025-04-1011 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedRichard Caddock - Orbit SoundsA creative at heart, Richard is navigating the tricky balance between artistry and entrepreneurship as he looks to scale his operations.
2025-04-1010 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedAdam Calderwood - Probus RecruitmentFrom starting out fixing diggers to running a successful recruitment firm, Adam’s journey is a testament to hard work and adaptability.
2025-03-3114 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedCat Tomlinson - Skilled Summers / JourniqaCat Tomlinson, is the founder of two businesses, where she’s helping young people experience life-changing travel opportunities while carving out a unique space in a competitive industry.
2025-03-2508 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedCharley Brennand - Performance MCRA true powerhouse in the world of paid media, Charlie is proving that bold ideas, persistence, and a little bit of chaos can lead to extraordinary things.
2025-03-2519 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedEmma Trimble - Oyster PR and CommunicationsEmma brings years of experience in PR and media relations, helping brands craft compelling narratives and secure high-impact press coverage for household names like Wilkinsons, The Print Works, Magnet Kitchens and more.
2025-03-2008 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedNele van Hout - The NavigatioNele started a personal blog back in 2017 which since has grown into a thriving business, with over 3 million readers last year alone she now runs a dedicated travel platform for all things Japan travel related.
2025-03-2012 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedDonna Dean - Facilitate ConsultancyChange is inevitable, but managing it effectively is a different challenge - an area Donna specialises in, helping organisations navigate legislative shifts, service redesign, and operational improvements.
2025-03-2011 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedMike Richard - Talk About It MateFrom a casual meetup in a Wetherspoons to a fully-fledged community interest company, Mike's organisation, Talk About It Mate, has grown into one of vital importance.
2025-03-2012 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedHolly Ball - Curious Minds
As a creative careers specialist, Holly helps artists, performers, and behind-the-scenes professionals take control of their career paths.
2025-03-0511 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedLewis Kemp - Lightbulb MediaFrom starting a business with no safety net to scaling brands into the millions, Lewis is one of Greater Manchester’s top marketing experts.
2025-02-2110 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedRob Balderstone - Basket
Working closely with founders, Rob has rare and invaluable experience as a Product Manager, bridging the gap between technology, business, and user experience.
2025-02-2113 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedAdam Marsh - Bee Intelligent
Adam is a prime example of a high-performing entrepreneur balancing two ventures – one a well-established data analytics business and the other a high potential startup in its early stages.
2025-02-2111 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedChris Townsend - What Media
Chris and his company, What Media, are at the forefront of redefining video production alongside a revolutionary marketing SaaS business.
2025-02-2114 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedDave Callan - ONTO Coaching
With 20 years experience in marketing, holding senior roles in some of the biggest brands in the world like Manchester United and Team Sky, Dave has set out to help other business leaders achieve their potential.
2025-02-2118 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedSam Hope - Beyond Blue
Sam completed a management buyout and is now steering a team of over 60 people, navigating international expansion, and redefining leadership on her own terms.
2025-02-2120 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedColin Gray - Concept Consulting Engineers
With clients nationwide, Colin and his team of structural engineers are focused on helping clients deliver amazing outcomes.
2025-02-2117 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedDavid Newman - Firenze
Following the exit of his first FinTech business, David has set an ambitious target of a £7 billion loan book within seven years for his latest venture.
2025-02-2115 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedDiane Pagan - Imagination Box
Having sold of 200,000 units in over 100 countries, Di combines her passion with a purpose of empowering children worldwide.
2025-02-2111 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedKate Lo - Hive Translation
Kate is a French and Spanish translator and business owner – standing out as someone whose career is built on nuance, language, and connection.
2025-02-2112 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedRachael Walsh - Employmi
Recruiter turned SaaS founder, Rachael, is on a mission to the change game on employability through her vision, hard work and resilience.
2025-02-2123 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedJosh Foulkes - Sonder & Metric
Josh is a founder in the energy and infrastructure space, helping business secure top leadership talent – all whilst creating his own team of talented high performers.
2025-02-2110 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedKate Burt - HiveRisk
Kate’s journey from solicitor to entrepreneur is one of ambition, resilience, and strategic growth – as she targets growth from £1m to £10m.
2025-02-2115 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedOlly Silver - Saasology
With over a decade in SaaS, Olly is building a scalable outbound marketing business – focusing on strategy, automation, execution and, more importantly, results.
2025-02-2118 min
Ministry of Work UnpluggedMatt Mawdesley - Morpheus Lending
With a prior career in banking, venture capital, and fintech, Matt is leading the charge in digitising the specialist lending market – a space long overdue for innovation.
2025-02-2110 min