How saying yes before you’re ready can quietly change everything

In this episode, Michelle sits down with Amy Seagraves, a former PE teacher who accidentally kick-started a property business after winning £50k on The Cube — and then actually backing herself instead of playing it safe.

This is a proper behind-the-scenes look at the messy middle: imposter syndrome, trades chaos, analysis paralysis, and the identity shift that comes when you build something alongside a “safe” job.

If you’ve been waiting to feel ready — this episode is your sign to stop.

00:00 – Winning £50k on The Cube (and why it wasn’t the real turning point)

Opportunity doesn’t change your life — what you do next does.

04:30 – Quitting teaching to travel and reset perspective

Why stepping off the safe path changed everything.

08:30 – Buying a first investment property with no experience

The reality of starting before you feel qualified.

13:00 – Renovation chaos, imposter syndrome & male-dominated rooms

Learning fast or paying for it.

18:30 – From winging it to building a real business

Why investing in education mattered more than another property.

24:30 – The power of building a team instead of going solo

Three women, different strengths, one vision.

31:00 – Going part-time before it felt sensible

The uncomfortable move that unlocked growth.

38:45 – The biggest lesson: action beats overthinking

Why waiting costs more than mistakes.

• Confidence is built after action — not before.
• You don’t need to quit your job to start changing direction.
• Analysis paralysis is fear wearing a spreadsheet.
• Being a beginner again will mess with your identity — let it.
• The right people > knowing everything yourself.
• Messy progress beats perfect plans. Always.

If you’re sitting on an idea and waiting for permission — this is it.

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