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Ambitious Minds

Ambitious Minds

Written by: Jay Lawrence
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The Podcast for Fellow Ambitious Minds!


Welcome to Ambitious Minds, where Jay uncovers the inspiring stories of relatable, ambitious individuals who are all looking to leave a mark in their industry - whether they’re climbing the corporate ladder, launching startups, or reinventing their careers.


Each episode covers key topics such as career growth, entrepreneurship, overcoming impostor syndrome, networking, personal branding, business strategy, and the relentless pursuit of success. Expect raw, relatable insights from rising stars and industry disruptors who are turning their passion into progress.


If you're an ambitious mind looking for career advice, business inspiration, or motivation to take the next step, I hope this show brings you some inspiration and relatability, and helps you see yourself in aspects of these stories.

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Jay Lawrence Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • #86. England World Cup Winner: Why Footballers Go Broke | Curtis Anderson

    #86. England World Cup Winner: Why Footballers Go Broke | Curtis Anderson
    May 8 2026

    Former Manchester City goalkeeper and England U17 World Cup winner Curtis Anderson discusses the reality of football money, earning six figures at 17 and why so many professional athletes struggle financially despite huge salaries.


    From training alongside Kevin De Bruyne, Sergio Aguero and David Silva to moving to America at just 18 years old, Jake opens up on the pressure of elite football, career setbacks, financial education and the life lessons that completely changed his perspective on money.


    The conversation explores why footballers go broke, sudden wealth at a young age, property vs investing, renting vs buying, lifestyle inflation, investing psychology and the financial pressure many young people now feel in modern society.


    A powerful conversation around money, identity, discipline and modern wealth building.


    🔗 Connect with me


    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357

    Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcast


    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcast

    Spotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3Qi

    Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1


    📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your Ambition

    Weekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition:

    👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/


    Website:

    https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • #85. Why University is a Broken Promise to Young People | Mark Coggins

    #85. Why University is a Broken Promise to Young People | Mark Coggins
    May 1 2026

    🔗 Connect with me


    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357

    Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcast


    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcast

    Spotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3Qi

    Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1


    📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your Ambition

    Weekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition:

    👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/


    Website:

    https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    7 mins
  • #84. Your Cash ISA is Costing You Thousands | Andrew Craig

    #84. Your Cash ISA is Costing You Thousands | Andrew Craig
    Apr 24 2026

    🔗 Connect with me


    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357

    Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcast


    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousMindsPodcast

    Spotfy:https://open.spotify.com/show/6OzMUZkmjs9PHEi6qHU3Qi

    Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambitious-minds/id1731311239?ls=1


    📰 Free newsletter: Fuel Your Ambition

    Weekly insights on money, investing, career growth, and ambition:

    👉 https://fuelyourambition.substack.com/


    Website:

    https://www.ambitiousmindspodcast.com/

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    7 mins
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