Life Giving Business is the Engine for

Real Change in 2024 | Leading Boldly Podcast with Michael Gladwell | EP03

Welcome to Episode 3 of THE LEADING BOLDLY PODCAST, powered by Q Branch.

This week, hosts Matt Clutterham and Jenny Jarvis sit down with Michael Gladwell, the founder of the UK's fastest-growing social enterprise, Upbeat Communities. Michael shares the inspirational journey behind his ventures, including Derby Language School and Upbeat Clean, which employ refugee mothers as commercial cleaners.

In this episode, Michael discusses his passion for creating businesses that are not only profitable but also life-giving and impactful. He delves into the challenges and triumphs of building a social enterprise, the importance of providing opportunities for refugees, and his unique leadership style that focuses on empowering others.

Listeners will gain insights into:

How Upbeat Communities integrates business acumen with social impact to provide continuous support for refugees and asylum seekers.

The inspiring stories of resilience and determination from the women employed at Upbeat Clean.

Practical advice on starting and scaling a social enterprise, securing funding, and maintaining a life-giving work environment.

Michael’s future vision for his enterprises and his role as Entrepreneur in Residence at Derby University.

Join us for an engaging and heartfelt conversation that demonstrates how businesses can be engines for real, positive change.

Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration.

Don't miss out! Tune in and learn how bold, life-giving business practices can transform lives and communities. Be sure to subscribe and leave a review!

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SHOW LINKS:

Join Michael Gladwell on Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelgladwellupbeatclean

Find Upbeat Communities Website Here:

https://www.upbeatcommunities.org/

Visit Upbeat Clean’s Website Here:

https://www.upbeatclean.co.uk/

Email Michael Gladwell Here:

Michael@upbeatclean.co.uk

FREE PDF Download Version of 'BeingBOLD Book'

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