Why do quick fixes never work in entrepreneurship?

In the final episode of Season 1, we’re joined by Arina Kuzmina, CEO and co-founder of RawQ Foods, a brand that’s redefining sports nutrition with its long-lasting energy bars made from natural, plant-based ingredients, with buckwheat as the superstar ingredient.

Originally developed for tennis champion Daniil Medvedev, now an ambassador of the brand, Arina’s journey to launching these energy bars was anything but easy — spanning 2.5 years of intense product development, 87 factory rejections, and 12 failed trials.

In this episode, we explore the challenges behind building RawQ Foods, Arina’s philosophy of “no quick fixes,” and her vision for creating lasting impact in the health and nutrition space. Arina also shares her journey to becoming a certified health and integrative nutrition coach, explaining how her experience in holistic health shaped her entrepreneurial path.

Connect with Arina:

LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/arina-kuzmina-b68017150

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

RawQ Foods: https://rawqfoods.com/

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How to stay calm and composed in high-pressure scenarios?

In Part 2 of our conversation with Simon Morgan, a former Close Royal Protection Officer, we delve deeper into the complexities of his career. He talks about his role during Prince William and Kate Middleton's 2011 royal wedding, managing the security of the Royal Family, state officials, and senior military leaders, all in one place at the same time.

Simon also opens up about how security teams prepare for major threats, including incidents like the recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump. He explains how he scans his environment for potential dangers and the methods he uses to assess situations.

We discuss the impact of social media on celebrity security, drawing lessons from Kim Kardashian’s robbery in Paris, and the challenges paparazzi present to personal safety. Simon talks about the launch of his own security consultancy and shares practical advice for ensuring personal and home security.

Connect with Simon:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-morgan-bsc-hons-msyl-masc-365a0b7a/

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

Trojan Consultancy website: https://trojanconsultancy.co.uk/

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What’s it really like to protect the British Royal Family?

In this episode, we’re joined by Simon Morgan, a former Close Royal Protection Officer with over three decades of experience in the public and private security sectors.

In Part 1 of our conversation, Simon explains the specific training he underwent to become a Royal Protection Officer and how that prepared him for the unique challenges of the role. He also shares the most dangerous situations he's faced, how he handled them, and the often misunderstood aspects of his profession.

Simon reflects on his personal experience working with the Royal Family, and discusses the psychological techniques he uses to build rapport with high-profile individuals, ensuring trust and effective communication in demanding situations.

Connect with Simon:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-morgan-bsc-hons-msyl-masc-365a0b7a/

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

Trojan Consultancy website: https://trojanconsultancy.co.uk/

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