What happens when your body forces you to stop?After suffering a near-fatal health scare, entrepreneur Allaoua Gaham walked away from a multimillion-dirham fashion empire and redefined his life through yoga, breathwork, and self-mastery. In this deeply human conversation, Allaoua reveals the powerful link between burnout, healing, and purpose—and why CEOs, founders, and high-performers need stillness more than they realise.From training with Russian special forces to teaching chair yoga to Dubai’s busiest executives, Allaoua proves transformation starts where excuses end.Timestamps0:00 - Yoga Intro17:31 - Allaoua Gaham's Background26:21 - What prompted starting a Business?32:32 - In Hospital36:14 - Selling the Business After Hospital44:17 - Getting into Teaching50:32 - What does Depression mean?57:32 - Younger and Older Yogi's59:02 - Breathwork and Acidity Levels in the Body01:10:25 - Current Business Model01:18:39 - Final Thoughts____________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Matt Haycox: ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thematthaycox/▶ YouTube: Matt Haycox - YouTube▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-haycox/▶ Website: https://matt-haycox.com/podcasts/- I’m Matt Haycox, entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and your go-to guy for no-bollocks advice on business and personal growth. With over 25 years of experience building and funding businesses across industries, I’ve faced it all wins, losses, and the ultimate comeback story. Through my podcasts, No Bollocks with Matt Haycox and Stripping Off with Matt Haycox, I cut through the bullshit to bring you real, actionable strategies and raw conversations with entrepreneurs, celebrities, and industry leaders. Whether you’re looking to scale your business, secure funding, or avoid the mistakes I’ve learned the hard way, my goal is simple: to help YOU create YOUR success story. Subscribe to my newsletter and get insider tips on entrepreneurship, strategy, & business growth!...
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Why Your Energy Bill Keeps Going Up
The CEO of British Gas just got a £245K pay rise—and your energy bill went up. But here’s the real question: are we blaming the wrong people?In this fiery breakdown, we cut through the outrage and explain what’s really driving prices, why CEO pay isn’t as outrageous as it seems, and the actual solutions that could make energy fairer for everyone. This isn’t about defending billionaires—it’s about understanding how the system works so we can fix it without breaking it further.Be angry. But be accurate.Timestamps:0:00 – Intro0:44 – What people think is happening1:04 – What’s actually happening2:46 – Why do CEOs get paid so much?3:53 – Should we nationalise energy?4:37 – Real solutions that actually help5:30 – Final thoughts & where to aim your outrage________________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Matt Haycox: ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thematthaycox/▶ YouTube: Matt Haycox - YouTube▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-haycox/▶ Website: https://matt-haycox.com/podcasts/- I’m Matt Haycox, entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and your go-to guy for no-bollocks advice on business and personal growth. With over 25 years of experience building and funding businesses across industries, I’ve faced it all wins, losses, and the ultimate comeback story. Through my podcasts, No Bollocks with Matt Haycox and Stripping Off with Matt Haycox, I cut through the bullshit to bring you real, actionable strategies and raw conversations with entrepreneurs, celebrities, and industry leaders. Whether you’re looking to scale your business, secure funding, or avoid the mistakes I’ve learned the hard way, my goal is simple: to help YOU create YOUR success story. Subscribe to my newsletter and get insider tips on entrepreneurship, strategy, & business growth!...
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They Built a $100M Brand from a Total Breakdown
“If you don’t like who you see in the mirror—change it.”What does it take to completely reinvent your life at 40? Andy and Jacqueline Elliott, founders of the Elliott Group, open up about their rock-bottom moment, the brutally honest relationship that saved them, and how they built one of the fastest-growing training empires in the world.This is not just about sales. It’s about becoming the version of yourself you’re most proud of—at home, in business, and in life. From turning pain into power to redefining success beyond money, this episode will shake your perspective.Watch now to learn what makes a Category King, why most sales training is broken, and how to build a brand so real, it repels the wrong people and attracts everything else.Timestamps:0:00 – Intro2:28 – Andy's Backstory8:28 – At Home but Not at Home13:20 – Jacqueline's Background15:37 – The Start of the Elliott Group20:11 – What Success Looks Like29:41 – We Wait Until Rock Bottom to Make a Change31:32 – Building the Elliott Group Brand35:21 – How Far Do You Push to Close a Sale?38:26 – Is Marketing More Important Than Sales?39:38 – What Is a Category King?41:54 – Controversial Truths About Branding44:11 – Losing a $1M Contract for Being Shirtless46:11 – Staff Qualities & Team Culture53:35 – A Six-Pack Mentality57:30 – The Future of The Elliott Group01:01:42 – Final Thoughts__________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Matt Haycox: ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thematthaycox/▶ YouTube: Matt Haycox - YouTube▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-haycox/▶ Website: https://matt-haycox.com/podcasts/- I’m Matt Haycox, entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and your go-to guy for no-bollocks advice on business and personal growth. With over 25 years of experience building and funding businesses across industries, I’ve faced it all wins, losses, and the ultimate comeback story. Through my podcasts, No Bollocks with Matt Haycox and Stripping Off with Matt Haycox, I cut through the bullshit to bring you real, actionable strategies and raw conversations with entrepreneurs, celebrities, and industry leaders. Whether you’re looking to scale your business, secure funding, or avoid the mistakes I’ve learned the hard way, my goal is simple: to help YOU create YOUR success story. Subscribe to my newsletter and get insider tips on entrepreneurship, strategy, & business growth!...
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Why Small Businesses Struggle with Marketing
"Marketing is a skill, not a button to click."In this episode, Matt interviews Ben Heath, a performance marketing expert, discussing the common pitfalls small businesses face in marketing, the importance of understanding performance marketing, and the role of personal branding in business growth. They explore strategies for effective advertising, the balance between short-term and long-term marketing goals, and the significance of content in driving customer acquisition. Ben shares insights on how to choose the right advertising platforms and the future of his business as he aims to expand his personal brand.Timestamps:00:00- Introduction to Performance Marketing02:44 - Common Marketing Mistakes by Small Businesses05:00 - The Importance of Marketing Skills for Business Owners07:05 - Understanding Performance Marketing10:35 - The Balance Between Short-Term and Long-Term Marketing12:48 - Choosing the Right Advertising Platforms14:52 - Real-Life Marketing Strategies for Business Loans22:26 - The Role of Content in Advertising24:35 - Building a Personal Brand in Business30:44 - Future Plans and Business Growth Strategies__________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Matt Haycox: ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thematthaycox/▶ YouTube: Matt Haycox - YouTube▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-haycox/▶ Website: https://matt-haycox.com/podcasts/- I’m Matt Haycox, entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and your go-to guy for no-bollocks advice on business and personal growth. With over 25 years of experience building and funding businesses across industries, I’ve faced it all wins, losses, and the ultimate comeback story. Through my podcasts, No Bollocks with Matt Haycox and Stripping Off with Matt Haycox, I cut through the bullshit to bring you real, actionable strategies and raw conversations with entrepreneurs, celebrities, and industry leaders. Whether you’re looking to scale your business, secure funding, or avoid the mistakes I’ve learned the hard way, my goal is simple: to help YOU create YOUR success story. Subscribe to my newsletter and get insider tips on entrepreneurship, strategy, & business growth!...
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Special Forces Warrior Reveals Dark Truth About War
He survived three tours in Afghanistan, faced death daily in the Special Forces, and still calls violence a tool—and fear a friend. In this raw and explosive episode, Ant Middleton reveals the truth about war, masculinity, mental health, and the cost of living life on the edge.From climbing K2 and enduring brutal military selection, to serving time in prison and becoming a celebrity entrepreneur, this is not just a story of resilience—it's a masterclass in leadership, purpose, and facing the darkness within.Timestamps:0:00 – Intro1:51 – Childhood trauma & moving to France8:06 – Army vs Marines: Choosing the elite path13:29 – Hell Week & brutal military challenges19:11 – 3 Afghanistan tours & SAS reality31:15 – Who has the world’s best army?34:05 – Mindset under fire43:03 – Woke trainees vs old-school toughness46:38 – Why Ant left the Special Forces50:33 – Aggression as a weapon56:27 – Civilian life, family & finding peace01:01:09 – Mental health & addiction01:07:46 – Prison in 2013: Lessons from rock bottom01:15:27 – SAS: Who Dares Wins & fame01:24:38 – Climbing K2 & crying at the summit01:35:33 – BLM controversy01:42:18 – What is toxic masculinity?01:47:51 – Russell Brand & cancel culture01:49:32 – “Cotton wool” society & resilience01:52:14 – Is Russia a real threat?01:53:08 – Business, money & legacy01:57:13 – Mentorship & real success02:00:22 – Final thoughtsFollow Ant:🌐 Website: antmiddleton.com🎙 Podcast: The Ant Middleton Experience📖 Books: First Man In & The Fear Bubble📱 Instagram: @antmiddleton _________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Matt Haycox: ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thematthaycox/▶ YouTube: Matt Haycox - YouTube▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-haycox/▶ Website: https://matt-haycox.com/podcasts/- I’m Matt Haycox, entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and your go-to guy for no-bollocks advice on business and personal growth. With over 25 years of experience building and funding businesses across industries, I’ve faced it all wins, losses, and the ultimate comeback story. Through my podcasts, No Bollocks with Matt Haycox and Stripping Off with Matt Haycox, I cut through the bullshit to bring you real, actionable strategies and raw conversations with entrepreneurs, celebrities, and industry leaders. Whether you’re looking to scale your business, secure funding, or avoid the mistakes I’ve learned the hard way, my goal is simple: to help YOU create YOUR success story. Subscribe to my newsletter and get insider tips on entrepreneurship, strategy, & business growth!...
Welcome to "No Bollocks with Matt Haycox," the ultimate business podcast for entrepreneurs, CEOs, and anyone looking to climb the career ladder without the bullshit. I'm Matt Haycox, a CEO, investor, and entrepreneur who has provided over £500M to UK businesses, survived bankruptcy, and come back stronger to own multiple multi-figure businesses across various sectors, employing over 500 staff.This podcast is your go-to source for straightforward business tips, advice, and mentorship. I'm here to solve your business headaches without the bullshit. Each episode features, tips, strategies, and candid conversations with like-minded entrepreneurs, sharing their journeys to a millionaire mindset and the secrets behind their success.So, sit tight, and get ready to learn how to do business properly!
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