EPISODE 493: Oliver Cookson
Scaling Myprotein to £100 Million with a £500 Overdraft
EPISODE SUMMARY
In today's episode, Oliver talks about how he launched Myprotein with a £500 overdraft, how he attracted his first client, and how he did it without a support system. He also discusses why he wanted to create a podcast and offers some tips for people looking to launch their own businesses.
KEY TOPICS DISCUSSED
Bootstrapping Myprotein with a £500 Overdraft: Oliver Cookson shares his incredible journey of launching Myprotein from scratch, starting with just a £500 overdraft. He discusses the challenges of building a business without a support system and how he leveraged his resourcefulness and determination to attract his first clients and grow the company into a multi-million-pound brand.
The Motivation Behind "Bootstrap Your Life" Podcast: Oliver explains his motivation for starting the "Bootstrap Your Life" podcast. He reveals how his passion for helping other entrepreneurs drove him to create a platform where he could share his knowledge, experiences, and lessons learned from his own entrepreneurial journey, providing valuable insights for those looking to start and scale their businesses.
Tips for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: In this episode, Oliver offers practical advice for those looking to launch their own businesses. He covers essential topics such as the importance of persistence, finding and attracting your first customers, and the value of staying true to your vision, even when faced with obstacles. He also touches on the significance of personal and spiritual development as part of the entrepreneurial journey.
CONNECT WITH OLIVER COOKSON
LinkedIn: Oliver Cookson
Instagram: @mrolivercookson
Website: www.olivercookson.com
ABOUT THE GUEST
Oliver Cookson is a multi-millionaire British entrepreneur who founded the sports nutrition company Myprotein and has won numerous business awards. Oliver is a well-known figure in the business and fitness worlds and is a compelling and engrossing speaker, leader, and entrepreneur. He started a podcast called Bootstrap Your Life to share his knowledge, experience, and expertise since he is enthusiastic about assisting other business owners. Oliver is now considering how he might continue to have a beneficial impact on the world by creating a charity legacy because he has grown increasingly engaged in his own personal and spiritual development over the years. Oliver supports the children's charity Make-a-Wish (UK), a non-profit organization created to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening illnesses.
