#180: From Car Salesman To Global TV Sensation With Wheeler Dealer’s Mike Brewer
03/21/22 • 71 min
There aren't many TV shows with a cult following like Wheeler Dealers. Dubbed the ‘world’s most-watched car show’ after almost 20 years on air, I am thrilled to speak with the host of the show, Mike Brewer. Mike is one of the best-known personalities in the motoring industry, and I doubt there's anything he doesn’t know when it comes to cars. Mike and I discuss his incredible success over the years, how he became an overnight TV sensation, the motoring trade, the future of the automotive industry and if we really can expect to travel in private drones in a few years. If you're a die-hard fan of the show, want to learn more about Mike's humble journey to success, or have an interest in cars – then this episode is for you.
Notes
- [00:01:55] Wheeler Dealers explained
- [00:03:45] Mike’s relationship with his dad
- [00:08:15] Mike’s career journey
- [00:13:02] The reputation of a car salesman
- [00:15:30] Mike’s business before becoming a TV presenter
- [00:24:39] The start of the TV show
- [00:34:33] Mike’s first week of filming
- [00:40:36] Reflecting on his love for his job
- [00:41:36] How the show works
- [00:44:33] The journey of the cars on Wheeler Dealers
- [00:47:23] Car restoration is described
- [00:49:19] Mike’s car collection
- [00:51:35] Predictions for the automotive industry
- [00:58:31] Driving in autonomous cars
- [01:00:32] Mike’s relationship with his wife
- [01:05:26] The future of Wheeler Dealers
Show Sponsors:
- Smartkas: Providing food security as a service
- Najahi Events: The UAE’s leading event promotor
- Arabian Business: The UAE’s leading business publication
Socials:
Spencer Lodge
https://www.instagram.com/spencer.lodge/?hl=en
https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerlodge/
https://www.youtube.com/c/SpencerLodgeTV
Mike Brewer
https://www.instagram.com/mikebrewer/?hl=en
There aren't many TV shows with a cult following like Wheeler Dealers. Dubbed the ‘world’s most-watched car show’ after almost 20 years on air, I am thrilled to speak with the host of the show, Mike Brewer. Mike is one of the best-known personalities in the motoring industry, and I doubt there's anything he doesn’t know when it comes to cars. Mike and I discuss his incredible success over the years, how he became an overnight TV sensation, the motoring trade, the future of the automotive industry and if we really can expect to travel in private drones in a few years. If you're a die-hard fan of the show, want to learn more about Mike's humble journey to success, or have an interest in cars – then this episode is for you.
Notes
- [00:01:55] Wheeler Dealers explained
- [00:03:45] Mike’s relationship with his dad
- [00:08:15] Mike’s career journey
- [00:13:02] The reputation of a car salesman
- [00:15:30] Mike’s business before becoming a TV presenter
- [00:24:39] The start of the TV show
- [00:34:33] Mike’s first week of filming
- [00:40:36] Reflecting on his love for his job
- [00:41:36] How the show works
- [00:44:33] The journey of the cars on Wheeler Dealers
- [00:47:23] Car restoration is described
- [00:49:19] Mike’s car collection
- [00:51:35] Predictions for the automotive industry
- [00:58:31] Driving in autonomous cars
- [01:00:32] Mike’s relationship with his wife
- [01:05:26] The future of Wheeler Dealers
Show Sponsors:
- Smartkas: Providing food security as a service
- Najahi Events: The UAE’s leading event promotor
- Arabian Business: The UAE’s leading business publication
Socials:
Spencer Lodge
https://www.instagram.com/spencer.lodge/?hl=en
https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerlodge/
https://www.youtube.com/c/SpencerLodgeTV
Mike Brewer
https://www.instagram.com/mikebrewer/?hl=en
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#179: Life Lessons From A Modern Visionary With Steven Bartlett
This week’s guest is none other than Steven Bartlett: a millionaire by age 23, a bestselling author, acclaimed host of The Diary Of A CEO podcast, and the youngest ever Dragon on Dragons’ Den at just 29. Steven Bartlett is undoubtedly one of the most recognised and successful personalities in the media and entrepreneurial space right now so it was an honour to speak with him. Steven and I sat down for an intimate fireside chat at the Dubai Opera House, where we spoke about his upbringing, his first entrepreneurial endeavours, launching Social Chain, the importance of living your truth – and so much more. This raw and honest conversation truly moved me, and I know it will impact you too.
Big thank you to Motivate Media Group and Aldar Properties for the opportunity to interview one of this generation’s greatest thinkers.
Notes
- [03:50] The Diary Of A CEO
- [06:38] The start of Social Chain
- [08:49] Steven’s romantic relationships
- [12:18] Steven’s upbringing
- [17:17] Steven’s experience at school
- [22:00] Steven’s first entrepreneurial experience
- [25:40] Wallpark: how it began
- [31:15] Growing Social Chain
- [34:15] Steven and Dom’s partnership
- [39:26] The importance of mental health and living your truth
- [43:33] What the late Jamal Edwards meant to Steven
- [47:40] Steven’s thoughts on Dubai
- [50:20] Thoughts on Elon Musk and Web 3.0
Show Sponsors:
- Smartkas: Providing food security as a service
- Najahi Events: The UAE’s leading event promotor
- Aldar Properies: One of the UAE’s leading property developers
Socials:
Spencer Lodge
https://www.instagram.com/spencer.lodge/?hl=en
https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerlodge/
https://www.youtube.com/c/SpencerLodgeTV
Steven Bartlett
https://www.instagram.com/steven/?hl=en
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenbartlett-123/
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#181: The Psychology Of The Winning Mindset With Professor Damian Hughes
Failure is a comma, not a full stop. This is one of many truth bombs that High Performance Expert, Professor Damian Hughes shared on today’s episode. Damian has served as a member of the coaching team for England Rugby League, Scotland Rugby Union and multiple other sporting teams. There’s no one who understands high performance better than Damian does. In this episode, we talk about reframing rejection, dealing with failure and setbacks, and tips for sustaining success. Damian shares research-backed insights into the psychology behind what it takes to become the best possible ‘you’ and how to achieve peak performance.
Notes
- [00:06:00] Damian’s upbringing
- [00:14:40] Damian’s academic background
- [00:17:42] Damian’s purpose in life
- [00:23:40] Experiences with bullying
- [00:24:50] Dealing with rejection
- [00:34:40] Psychological safety
- [00:36:08] How to process loss
- [00:42:40] How to galvanize people
- [00:49:32] Everton FC’s setback
- [00:54:22] Advice for someone struggling
- [00:57:32] Damian’s most difficult obstacle
- [01:03:55] Is quitting bad?
- [01:06:34] Explaining peak performance
- [01:10:50] Comparison culture
- [01:15:09] The best advice Damian’s received
- [01:18:14] Coping strategies for overcoming hardship
Show Sponsors:
- Smartkas: Providing food security as a service
- Najahi Events: The UAE’s leading event promotor
- Arabian Business: The region’s leading source of business news, analysis, thought-leadership and features.
Socials:
Spencer Lodge
https://www.instagram.com/spencer.lodge/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerlodge/
https://www.youtube.com/c/SpencerLodgeTV
Damian Hughes
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