The Shifts to Success Podcast (Alexander Seery)

In this episode, I answer questions received from my Instagram and answer them during this podcast. I talk about multiple streams of income, leaving the police, and settling down with a partner. 

In this episode, I am joined by Shifts to Success client and friend, Katie Saywell.

Katie worked for Nottinghamshire police for over 10 years. However, due to wanting a better life and fulfilling her potential, she wanted to go into business, BUT...

Had no business idea or previous experience!

Katie joined Shifts to Success back in 2018, where she identified her skillsets and a business idea.  As a result, Katie founded  The Dogs Code - a specialist Dachshund positive training and behaviour company.

Since then Katie has:

- Established herself as an industry leader

- Gained thousands of followers on social media

- Won a national award from a Dragon on Dragons Den.

- Made thousands in sales and solved her customer's problems...

And Resigned from the police and now in business full time, living life on her terms!

In this episode, I share with you my thoughts on not letting your ego destroy your success. (Or chances of Success) 

In this episode, I share business lessons on pricing, Picasso & playing it safe in life, and how it can ruin your dreams.

In this episode, I share with you the differences between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset. 

In this episode, I share with you my perspective on having patience when it comes to achieving business success. 

In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by a very special guest - Jake Maddock, a dating and relationship coach who has helped thousands of people achieve their dream relationship and find their ideal partner. Jake brings his extensive knowledge and experience to the table as he shares his expert advice on a wide range of topics related to love, sex, and relationships.

Throughout the episode, Jake dives deep into the world of relationships, offering practical tips and strategies for achieving a 10/10 relationship, navigating conflicts, and identifying red flags in a partner. His insights are based on years of experience working with individuals and couples, and he provides valuable insights that can help listeners build the healthy and fulfilling relationships they've always wanted.

Listeners will appreciate Jake's down-to-earth and relatable approach to relationship advice, as well as his practical tips and actionable insights. Whether you're looking for advice on how to improve your current relationship or you're single and looking to find your ideal partner, Jake's advice is sure to be invaluable.

To learn more about Jake and his coaching services, be sure to follow him on Instagram (@jake.maddock) and subscribe to his YouTube channel (@JakeMaddockCoaching).

In this episode, I am joined by Shifts to Success Products Mentor Robin Waite. We talk all things business and of course products.

Robin is also the founder of Fearless Business and a best selling author. 

In this episode, I share a shortcut to success. 

Gary was a Police Officer for 15 years and now he is the founder of A Positive Shift where he specialises in supporting emergency service workers to increase their confidence, wellbeing, and happiness and go from PTSD tragedy to personal triumph.

Gary does this by using therapy to rapidly reduce unwanted and intrusive thoughts or negative memories. He wants people to know that they do not have to struggle & through taking positive action, recovery is possible.

In this episode, I share with you why I love this particular wealth-building strategy. Index Fund Investing. 

In this episode, I share with you 4 simple steps to structure your video content. 

In this episode, I share with you 6 ways to grow your business. 

In this episode, I talk about using your police skillsets and transferring them into your own business. 

In this episode, I share with you the difference between the goal of business and the purpose of a business. 

In this episode, I share my thoughts on rewarding employees. 

In this episode, I share with you my thoughts on a recent conversation I had with a police officer about his worries about failing in business. 

Katie Saywell returns to The Shifts to Success Podcast after 3 years! Katie was a serving police officer for over 10 years but due to wanting a better life and fulfilling her potential, she decided she wanted to go into business... But she had no business idea or previous experience! Because of this, she joined Shifts to Success back in 2018 whilst still serving and working together with the team, she founded her first business, The Dogs Code; A Dachshund-specific training company. Katie has now resigned from the job financially independent and has now been in business full-time for 3 years... She hasn't looked back! Not only that, but Katie has built a global training company, working with Dachshund owners all over the world... She has amassed thousands of followers across her social media platforms... She is an award-winning entrepreneur and industry leader in the field of Dachshund training... She is a consistent investor and commits to building wealth monthly... She is also an official Shifts to Success coach, helping our members to build their businesses and keep them accountable... But more importantly, Katie's business has given her the freedom and flexibility to relocate and work from anywhere in the world. 🌍 Already she has fulfilled a lifelong dream of moving next to the coast! Katie is now on her next adventure, using the skills she's gained from Shifts to Success to launch Dink Dog Deli; Tasty treats for tiny dogs!

In this episode, I share some ways you can come up with amazing business ideas. 

In this episode, Alex shares his recent thoughts on excuses and people complaining about their lives.

In this episode, I share my thoughts on self-discipline and decision making. 

In this episode, I share with you why marketing for conversations is better than conversions. 

In this episode, I share with you my thoughts on the pension and why you're wasting your life if you are unhappy in your job.

In this episode, I am joined by a close friend, Jason Graystone.

Since starting his first business at 22 years old, Investor and currency trader Jason Graystone has successfully built and run multi-million-pound businesses both in the service sector and online.

Jason believes that if you have the right balanced mindset, and adopt the right personality traits, you can use simple formulas to achieve anything you want in life; and it’s this attitude that allowed him to achieve complete financial independence by the time he was 30 by strategically replacing his active workforce income.

Since then, Jason helps to empower others around money and wealth creation.

Jason believes that everyone deserves to live an inspired life. “When we are free and able to focus on meaningful work, we become better human beings. All we want in life is time primarily, and then the ability to focus on our highest values for fulfilment and reward.”

In this episode, I am joined by Shifts to Success client and friend, Chris Latter!   

Chris worked in the police for 13 years and after becoming disillusioned with the job, sought the advice of a close friend, Bob, who sadly was suffering from a brain tumour.   

He told Chris, "Do what makes you happy!"  

With the help of Bob, Chris started to think of a type of business that would make him happy, which happens to be landscaping!  

However, Sadly Chris' friend passed away and as Chris was lowering his friend into his grave, he made a commitment right there and then, that he was going to really give his business a good go!   

Chris knew life was way too short!  

Chris then started on his business in his spare time, built it so he could leave the job and then joined Shifts to Success, to which since joining us, has grown his business to over £100,000 in revenue!

In this episode, I share with you the power of niching when it comes to your business.  (Target customers and Target Markets) 

In this episode, I share my thoughts on Multi-Level Marketing and it's business model

In this episode, I share with you who you should hire first in your business and how you should hire. 

In this episode, I am joined by Shifts to Success client and friend Bill Betts.

Bill has worked for the police for nearly 20 years and joined Shifts to Success last year.

Bill and his amazingly supportive wife Emma, have a successful dog grooming business based in Kent and have been growing despite COVID.

Not only that but recently they have set up another business during COVID within the dog grooming industry which is doing great things!!

Bill will be sharing their story including their business journey, how their life has now changed, including gaining FREEDOM and Resigning. 

In this episode, I share with you common pricing mistakes to avoid!! If you want to grow your business faster avoid these at all costs.

In this episode, I am joined by Shifts to Success client and friend Kelly Statham.

She shares her story of overcoming mental health and achieving over £250,000 in revenue from making a £7,200 annual loss. 

In this episode, I share my thoughts on a saturated market and what you can do about it. 

In this episode, Alex shares his thoughts on your biggest expense and how much it is costing you each and every year. 

In this episode, I welcome Jamie Foyster to the Shifts to Success Podcast.

Jamie is a former Police Officer who is now the founder and head coach of the Frontline Fitness Academy.

He helps serving police officers pass their fitness test day, alleviate anxiety and lose weight allowing them to feel more confident, happier, and in control of their health.

Jamie has worked with officers all over the UK with his Academy program achieving some life-changing results for his client's mental and physical health.

Jamie goes above and beyond to ensure that members of the academy pass their fitness test day whilst building in some powerful habits to help them deal with the strains of being on the Frontline.

He has built a strong community of over 700 officers on Facebook with members quick to recommend him to others outside the community. The Academy really is changing lives and continues to grow.

In this episode, I share with you some business mistakes newbies often make and why you should avoid them. 

In this episode, I share whether you need a degree to be successful in life or not. This was following a Facebook post and some interesting replies that followed. 

In this episode, I share with you lessons that have helped me over 7 years of being in business. 

In this episode, I share a Q & A session from a Shifts to Success member, regarding staying focused during summer. 

In this episode, Alex shares the key benefits of starting a service-based business rather than a physical product-based business. 

In this episode, I share my thoughts on why we grew one of our companies (Shifts to Success) by 75% in one year. 

In this episode, I share with you my thoughts on how you can beat inflation and the cost of living. This will hopefully motivate you to take action or you run the risk of being left behind. 

In this episode, I share the hiring process for employees in 9 simple steps. 

In this episode, I share my thoughts on why everyone should welcome Imposter Syndrome into their lives. 

Mark started as a civilian intelligence officer in the BTP in London and then joined NCIS as an Intelligence officer in 2004, covering the Northern Europe Desk.

The organisation transitioned into SOCA in 2005 where he got his cross powers (police/immigration/customs).

He worked on an operational drugs team doing short and long-term operations against level 2 and 3 OCGs operating in and around the capital.

He then transitioned to the NCA and he moved from London to Bristol. It was here that he took the opportunity for voluntary redundancy (against the recommendations of most of the senior officers there!) "you've got a secure career... why would you want to throw it away!?"

Marks business was showing glimmers of possibility whilst he was still at the NCA and he was unbelievably bored with the 'sleepy' work compared to my last team.

So he retrained as a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist.

He worked mainly with people looking to overcome anxiety and depression but was getting more passionate about how we can maximise our brains to perform consistently at our best levels.

Through this, he started working with a couple of players at the semi-pro level and his methods were not just uniques, they were also very successful.

Through word of mouth, Mark has continued to move up the footballing pyramid. Developing and refining my approach and becoming known in the game for the work that he does.

**His 121 work is now exclusively with Premier League and Championship players. **

Mark is now regularly featured in the media. He has been on Talk Sport, featured in the Sun, Mirror, Sky Sports.

Oh and Mark is the best selling author of "**Use Your Brain, Raise Your Game" **

Marks Instagram is here: https://www.instagram.com/officialmarkbowden/

Jayesh has been a police officer for the last 20 years but due to being treated poorly by the organisation he knew a change was needed. 
Thankfully, Jayesh already had a side business called JG Estates, which supports landlords with property letting and management but wanted to grow this with speed so he decided to join Shifts to Success.

Jayesh shares his story about his experiences with the police and also his business success.

In this episode I am joined by Shifts to Success, client and friend Kellie Wynn.

Kellie is also now known as the Beagle Lady. Her business specialises in training and transforming Beagle dogs.

Kellie did work for Hertfordshire Police between 2001 and 2019. At the time she was a Detective Sergeant having worked on units such as Domestic Abuse, and Child Exploitation. During her period in the police, in 2016, she was diagnosed with cumulative PTSD. 

Kellie knew she needed to leave the police for the sake of her mental health but she also knew she wouldn’t leave unless she was self-employed.

So that is exactly what she did and her business has gone from strength to strength... She is now loving life! 

In this episode, I am triggered by people complaining and making excuses. I share my thoughts on this!

If you're easily offended, please do not listen. 

In this episode, I share with you how to create a product in 7 steps. 

Andrew has been a Police Officer for 20 years and is also the founder of Cycle Strength, a personal training company that works specifically with cyclists. Andrew helps road cyclists, mountain bikers, and gravel bikers to improve their strength and fitness, so they can get more pleasure out of their bike riding and smash their goals for the coming season. He has built a clientele ranging from those that have only been cycling for a few months and those recovering from injuries to competitive riders looking to dominate their field. By creating a close 1-2-1 service, focussing on each client’s individual goals, it is no surprise he has received outstanding 5-star reviews across the board! Andrew is going to be sharing his journey within the police including suffering a stress-related stroke to transitioning to becoming an entrepreneur!

Darren has been a police officer for 14 years, and he is also the founder of Motion to Profit. A 5-star marketing agency that specialises in Video Production and Podcast Management. (https://motiontoprofit.com/)

Darren launched his business at a time that other business owners were panicking during the covid crisis...

But with the help and support of Shifts to Success & its resources, his business thrived! This year in 2023 Darren is set to replace his police wage!

In this episode, we will gain insight into Darren’s journey as a police officer, his struggles with mental health, and how his business has actually helped him improve not only his financial situation but also his physical and mental health.

Lorna Reeves returns to The Shifts to Success Podcast after 3 years! Lorna had previously worked in the Police for 15 years, but due to chronic stress and fatigue, she knew she needed a way out and so joined Shifts to Success back in 2018 to build her business. Now, nearly 5 years since resigning from the job, she has founded 2 multi-award-winning businesses. Working with companies and audiences globally to create interactive, immersive, next-level events. Whether in person, hybrid or virtual, she and her team look to level up their client's brand and 10x their revenue. Not only that but Lorna, is now also a highly valued Shifts to Success coach and supports our members to transition into successful entrepreneurs. P.S. You can listen to Lorna's first podcast episode here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast... Android:https://open.spotify.com/episode/0qaw...

In this episode, I share my life story on, going through depression, suicidal thoughts to building two companies and writing a best selling business book. 

In this episode, I share with you why starting a business with limited financial resources is a good thing! 

In this episode, I am joined by Shifts to Success Client, Vikki Sharp.

Vikki shares her story about being a police officer, joining Shifts to Success without a business idea and building a successful global business which has allowed her to generate tens of thousands in sales ultimately allowing her to resign from the police, to live life on her times. 

In this episode, Alex shares his Ethical Cycle of Pricing and why undercharging/providing a discount is a bad thing that causes many negative issues. 

In this episode, Alex shares 10 ways to become more confident in 2023, so you can become a better version of yourself. 

In this episode, I share with you some best practices to implement when running your business from home. 

In this episode, I answer a question from one of our listeners about Leadership. 

In this episoode, I share my thoughts on how to develop a kick-ass a positive mindset and life. 

In this episode, I am joined by Shifts to Success client and friend James Taylor.

James was a police officer for 23 years and during this time frame, he started to get disillusioned with the police in general.

As a result, James went into business as is now a Hypnotherapist & Counsellor who is making a positive impact in peoples lives.

Although he only began his Shifts to Success journey, less than 6 months ago, he is making huge waves in business and he will be sharing with you his journey and lessons he has gained along the way.

In this episode, I am joined by Shifts to Success, Implementation Mentor Josh Smith, talking all about Marketing and advertising in business.

In this episode, Alex shares his thoughts on talks around the upcoming 2022/2023 recession and how you can thrive through it, by implementing core strategies. 

In this episode, Alex shares his business benefits which aren't so obvious. Ranging from working out to tax. 

In this episode, I share my personal reasons NOT to go into business. 

In this episode, I share with you my thoughts on understanding failure.

In this episode, I share 12 steps for success in 2021 and how to change your life. - Warning blunt and direct episode.  

In this episode, I share a reflective story on wanting more from life and appreciating what you already hav.

In this episode, I share my thoughts on pensions and building wealth for your life. 

In this episode, I share with you the new and improved changes to Shifts to Success and the reasons why for the changes.

If you want to be considered to join our Accelerator, you can join our Priority list HERE! 

Mark had been a Police Officer for a combined period of 10yrs before resigning in August as a result of building his business with the support of Shifts to Success.

He is now the owner and founder of The Lawnologist - an independent lawn care business (thelawnologist.co.uk).

Mark creates bespoke lawn care packages for his customers to give them a lawn that is lush, green, and weed-free all year round.

With nothing but exceptional reviews, Mark has been able to build a business based on good values, communication, and exceptional service, making him the go-to Lawn Care professional in his area of Essex and Suffolk.

In this episode, I share with you things to consider when developing a money mindset.

In this episode, I am joined by Imposter Syndrome expert Tara Halliday.

Tara is a coach, speaker, trainer and international #1 best-selling author of Unmasking. She has been a coach and holistic therapist for 20 years, and, with a PhD in engineering, she brings a practical and scientific approach to personal transformation.

She specialises in impostor syndrome - the secret feeling of being a fraud and the fear of being found out - and runs the Inner Success programme to banish impostor syndrome from your life.

In this episode, I share with you the idea of regression to the mean in business and entrepreneurship. 

In this episode, Alex shares the differences between Cows & Buffalos and how running toward the storms of life can make you into a more resilient and better person.

In this episode, I share with you how to overcome fear for business success. 

In This episode, I share with you high-income business ideas for 2022. 

In this episode, I am joined by Shifts to Success client & friend, Mark Philip.

Mark has been a police officer for 15 years and due to personal circumstances knew a change was needed.

So after stalking me for 2 years, he signed up to Shifts to Success in November 2019.

Mark then founded The Dogs Secret, which provides specialist dog training for German Shepherd Dog Owners.

With no previous business experience, Mark has started and scaled his business even through the global pandemic, which has ultimately allowed him to RESIGN FROM THE POLICE.

Mark, now has the freedom to live life on his terms, without the job's constraints, with his amazingly supportive wife Gemma and his two boys. 

In this episode, I am joined by best selling author, multiple award-winning brand consultant and design expert, Sapna Pieroux.

Sapna is also the founder of brand consultancy InnerVisions ID.

Sapna Pieroux’s 25-year career has spanned design, marketing, advertising and media sales. She has worked with big brands like Rimmel, Mercedes and Sony Ericsson at design agencies and large media owners such as Chrysalis, emap and the Telegraph Media Group.

Sapna studied Graphic Design at the University of Northumbria but realised that an arts degree, hadn’t prepared her for the world of business, so she then did a post-graduate diploma in Marketing.

Over the years Sapna has worked both as a designer and also been the client commissioning design. She experienced the frustrations from both sides and realised the problems came from a fundamental lack of understanding between clients and creatives.

Using her big brand experience, Sapna started her own agency four years ago, working with ambitious, global entrepreneurs who want to make a difference. Her company helps them look great and communicate their vision and message more clearly. She developed the VISION process as a collaborative one that brings increased clarity of communication, resulting in no second-guessing or mind-reading for the designer and complete brand clarity, stand-out and supercharged business growth for the business owner.

Published in three best-selling Amazon titles and The Huffington Post, Sapna is also a Brand Mentor for a national programme called Shifts to Success helping ex and serving police officers and members of the NHS transition into a life of entrepreneurship. She has also recently been asked to be a Business Mentor for the University of West London.

In this episode, I share 7 ways you can recession-proof your business. 

In this episode, I share the importance of market research and finding out, pain points and pleasure points within it. 

In this episode, I share with you 7 reasons why you should not quit your success & business. 

In this episode, Alex shares with you key bad money habits that keep people poor and stuck in the rat race.

Jo Smith has been a Police Officer for 25 years and is a psychic business coach and master healer. She helps entrepreneurs create wildly successful businesses using her psychic and intuitive channel, her knowledge of business strategy, and her mastery of energetics to clear the blocks holding them back.
Not only, does she get outstanding results for her clients, but she is now making thousands each month from her business.

In this episode, I share with you my thoughts on a recent comment I got about, "There is more to life than money". Hopefully, this will help you think differently about money. 

In this episode, I share my take on Coronavirus and how I am dealing with it.  

In this episode, I share with you how to deal with the hardships of life and business. 

David has been a Police Officer for 8 years and Stacey has been Police control room staff for 9 years.

They are now the founders of Celtic Barks - Staffie Behaviour Specialists who specialise in Staffordshire Bull Terrier training online and in person.

David is the lead dog trainer for their business and prides himself on providing training advice, mentorship, and accountability. His dedication and commitment to their clients is superb.

Stacey focuses on a more administrative role within the business and is responsible for the initial sales calls, diary appointments, contracts, client check-ins, payments, and much more.

Starting this business from scratch over the past 3 months, they are now making monthly sales of £5000+ 

Their reviews and testimonials from their clients speak for themselves and they go above and beyond to ensure their client experience is top-notch.

Please check out their facebook group here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1969232160118497/

In this episode, I share with you how I started my first business, created my own market and gained success. 

In this episode, I talk about mindset. More specifically, the negative self-talk loop and the positive self-talk loop.

In this episode, I am joined by Shifts to Success client and friend David Tunnicliffe, who will be sharing his journey and insights on his business success.

David has been a Police Officer for 17 years and is also the founder of an amazing company called Leicester Campers.

https://leicestercampers.com/

David creates exceptional getaways for his customers by providing quality camper vans and is sold out regularly, even during the global pandemic.

His reviews and testimonials from his customers speak for themselves and David goes above and beyond to ensure their experience is nothing short of Outstanding. Which makes him the No.1 camper van company, in the East Midlands, if not the UK.

In this episode, Alex welcomes Shifts to Success clients & friends Jack & Laura Corbett to the show.

The husband and wife duo, are founders and directors of Lazy Days Gardening Services Ltd.

Lazy Days Gardening Services Ltd is a specialist gardening and landscaping company based in Derbyshire, committed to maintaining and creating gardens to be proud of.

They are dedicated to delivering the highest level of professional services and developing long-lasting relationships with every customer.

They are going to be sharing their story from joining the police to ultimately building a successful business as a power couple!

This episode is about dealing with toxic relationships and how they can corrupt your mindset when you're in business. 

In this episode, I share with you my thoughts on applying aggressive patience in life and in business. 

In this episode, I talk all about passion and why you should be careful about following your passion.

In this episode, I share my thoughts and a story on finding the value of your life

In this episode, I am joined by client & friend Adam Doyle.

Adam has worked as a PC for 6+ years and wanted to earn more income so that he could live a better life.

Adam wanted to go into business and in fact, had business ideas years before Shifts to Success which never gained any momentum. This was one of the reasons why he joined Shifts to Success and Adam is now the founder of Accountable Marketing.

Accountable Marketing creates stunning websites that get results.

Since starting Shifts to Success, Accountable Marketing has grown from an idea to a successful business.

Adam has:

-Made thousands in sales

-Gained a reoccurring income

- Helped charities

-Hired his first employee and looking to expand.

Enoy!

In this episode, I share the best way to gain customers through a marketing strategy.