Keep It Real With Khadija Podcast

‘#do one person at a time!'In this highly entertaining episode, Khadija is with fellow entrepreneur Kamila Wszolek who is a Serviced Accommodation and cashflow creation expert, who is nominated for the ‘Young Entrepreneur in a Growing Business' award in London.Kamila and Khadija are feisty and outspoken female entrepreneurs who are doing it their way and in this wide-ranging conversation discuss creating more wealth, getting the right team in place, jealousy, being strong, the traits of entrepreneurs, speaking your truth and dating someone like-minded.This is a great listen and has something for everyone who wants to keep it real and hear what Kamila and Khadija really think about being strong women in the world of social media and business. KEY TAKEAWAYSOften in business people copycat without giving any credit to the person who gave them the ideaKeep it real, keep it honest, keep it authentic.If people think you are really strong they think they can say what they like about you.Lots of entr

‘There is no point in being an entrepreneur and staying under a rock'Today's episode all about entrepreneurship and what makes a successful entrepreneur. Khadija has loads going on with mentoring, events and running her businesses but having located a new business opportunity she wants to do it.Is this what makes her an entrepreneur? She explores the traits that are identified as being those of an entrepreneur and reflects on how for a long time she thought she was the weird one.If you are an entrepreneur and want to hear about Khadija's' journey to hugely successful entrepreneur and why she has now surrounded herself with other entrepreneurs so that she can help more people then listen in now. KEY TAKEAWAYSLots of people are content with what they have but I'm an entrepreneur and I have to keep striving for something more.I've made mistakes but I've also got it right and have achieved success.Now I have an ‘eye' for it and can help other people in their businesses.I have made the mistakes ot

Khadija recently spent a very pleasant evening hosting the Apprentice 2018 candidates, and now's your chance to listen in on this amazing conversation. Hear from the likes of eventual winner Sian, Jasmine, Kayode, Kurran, Sabrina, and all your other favourites as they talk about how life has changed since then, and what they're up to now! KEY TAKEAWAYSCamilla's nut milk product has gone on to be stocked in 645 Holland & Barrett stores nationwide.Kayode has gone on to become a speaker, speaking at many engagements, plus launching a line of personal merchandise.Sian has been developing a line of summer-wear, which she has recently also adapted so as to fit in with the winter months.Kurran is simply enjoying life, and has turned his hand to acting. He is currently in rehearsals for a play called ‘Enron' at the Putney Arts Theatre.Sarah Ann is multitasking more than ever, running a baby furniture business, and being a solicitor.Sabrina is organising tennis events, and also has begun to work as a ch

As part of Nick Bradleys 'entrepreneurial series', Nick is in conversation with our host, Khadija Kalifa!They discuss the journey Khadija has been on, what it is really like to be an entrepreneur and finding what you love then making it your vision.  This fascinating podcast is a must for anyone who wants to really know what it's like if you are ‘keeping it real' listen in to find out more.    KEY TAKEAWAYS My cleaning business was circumstantial, a necessity due to factors in my life at the time. From an early age, I knew that if I wanted something I had to work hard for it. I have a belief system, a mindset that drives me to be successful. It is important to me and I see it as my responsibility to make sure everybody in my family is looked after. Some people like to have a life of certainty, everything is more or less what you expect it to be until it's not. Those are the people who try to keep it

In this episode, Khadija is with Traci Cornelius, successful entrepreneur and host of the ‘Women Rockin' Business' podcast. They are both successful entrepreneurs and mums and in this entertaining and lively episode, they discuss their business journeys and the realities of managing children and running multiple businesses. They are both ambitious and share how this is received and perceived by others - is it right that if you are ambitious you are branded ‘bossy'? Find out what Traci and Khadija think is this enjoyable podcast collaboration episode.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Being in business is not just learning about the business it's about learning about yourself. When I was first in business it was all about working on your weaknesses but what you need to do is outsource the things you are not good at and focus on the things you are good at. Work on your strengths and get better. You can run more than one business successfully but not if

One of the best ways to consume content nowadays is through podcasts. Not only does it save time, but it also helps you grasp ideas easier since you hear the emotions in the conversations. In this collaborative episode, Khadija is joined by the Leveraged Lifestyle Podcast host, who is none other than Catherine Turner, to talk about the world of podcasting – from pre-planning to producing to publishing. They talk about how to scout guests, how to select the best VA, why people choose podcasts over radio, how to make a business thrive, and many more. There is also some unwritten podcasting etiquettes between podcasters which you might need to know. Then after the insightful discussion, Catherine plays Khadija's Yes or No game at the end so listen in! KEY TAKEAWAYS As podcasters, where do Khadija and Catherine get their awesome guests?  Khadija, for one, used the VIVA Club (link below) to find the most reliable virtual assistant she will work with. Guests are then selecte

‘Cleaners are one of the most important parts in our business, they are our eyes and ears as the people who are first into a property when guests leave' In this hybrid episode, Khadija is interviewing Kevin Poneskis successful Serviced Accommodation Investor and host of the ‘Serviced Accommodation Podcast' whilst he simultaneously interviews Khadija about her cleaning business. They discuss what's important when you are starting out in Serviced Accommodation and the important role cleaning staff play in the operation of any Serviced Accommodation Business. This is a great podcast which offers an opportunity to see things from more than one perspective, listen in and enjoy.   KEY TAKEAWAYS What if you are thinking of getting into SA? A lot of people do SA in the wrong way taking on extensive risk through the acquisition of a SA property, which is a challenge when further down the line they decide SA is not for them. People should get trained in SA before they

Out of the mouth of babes…This week, Khadija keeps it real with her most special guest yet, her three year-old daughter, Taaliah Ellis, whose insights may surprise you.For instance, did mummy deserve to win The Apprentice? Is she a good singer? If she could be any animal, which would she be? And has Khadija finally met her match in the Yes/No game…?KEY TAKEAWAYSWhen she is older, Taaliah would like to be a ghost. Either that or Rapunzel.Pigs hold a lot of appeal because of the noises they make. Lions make interesting sounds, too.Taaliah's favourite activites are gling to bed and putting things in the bin. Oh, and going swimming.Darcy, Lola , Florence and Mummy are among her closest friends. And Sicily is her favourite holiday destination.Taaliah Ellis is not a fan of appearing on podcasts, but she likes Keeping It Real With Khadija.Despite what you may have heard, Mummy is not good at cleaning. But she is good at singing and cooking. Taaliah is good at everything.BEST MOMENTS'I want to be a gumb

This week, Khadija's keeping it real with hairdresser to the stars, the fabulous Mr James Johnson, who joined this impromptu conversation backstage at the podcast launch, and who took some time between blow-drys to talk about his meteoric rise to the top, the importance of keeping it real, the mystery of green hair (!), and his biggest accomplishments to date...KEY TAKEAWAYSJames has been in business for around two years, and has been instantly successful among celebrity circles. Success has come off the back of working hard. James has put in the time, and has worked hard to establish his name. The result is that he's being sought out constantly by stars.Beginning as an apprentice, James had to endure long commutes, and menial tasks for minimum wage. When the time came, he took the risk and went it alone. The gamble paid off handsomely!To build yourself up in business, you need to take what you can and never say no. Each job leads to another.Humility is a wonderful quality, but never forget that you reac

This week, Khadija keeps it very real with Mark Wright, who won The Apprentice in 2014, and who since then has gone on to found Climb Online with Lord Sugar, a digital marketing agency which has quickly become one of the most successful in the country.Mark has a fascinating story of rags-to-riches; an Australian backpacker who never had any ambitions in business, but by a series of serendipitous events, Mark found himself rocketing to the top of the business world, where he's remained for the past eight years.In this special episode, Khadija talks to Mark about his rise to the top, his views on money itself, and his proven recipe for success.KEY TAKEAWAYSRunning a business is very tough, and the more successful you get, the more the pressure mounts. But each obstacle is a lesson, and the further along you get, the better you become at dealing with them.The key to success is sacrifice - No matter what it is you want, whether it's physical health, or financial freedom, you need to be prepared to work hard and s

Kevin and Khadija dive into their humble beginnings and share learnings from how they got started in business and in property. Learn key lessons on how to start, grow and scale your property business and why starting out with nothing and getting creative and lead to huge opportunity.  KEY TAKEAWAYSYou need to just get out there and immerse yourself in the property world. Make sure you attend events, read books and listen to podcasts in order to educate yourself. Starting out in property is just like starting out a new job, you need to listen, learn and watch what's going on and follow those that have done it before you. Most importantly, you need to get out there and meet people, find joint venture partners and opportunities for property investing. Don't listen to BREXIT no one knows what's going to happen there is a lot of uncertainty, but one thing is certain, people are always going to need properties and houses to live in. The population of the UK is growing every year and each year we do not have en

This week, Khadija is in conversation with celebrity Amy Childs, former star of The Only Way Is Essex, who since leaving the show has gone on to become a hugely successful entrepreneur.Amy discusses her journey from superstar to super-businesswoman, the origins of the “vajazzle”, her thoughts on motherhood, and the drive and ambition that has taken her to the top in business.KEY TAKEAWAYSAmy was very determined to succeed in business, even as far back as TOWIE. She was the first cast member to leave the show, because she wanted to devote herself full-time to business opportunities, instead of a celebrity lifestyle.Amy is involved with every part of her new pram collection, including design and marketing. Roma Prams have been a huge success.Juggling business and motherhood is incredibly difficult, but incredibly rewarding. Amy is driven to do better by the desire to give her children the best.Amy credits meditation as helping her to unwind. Life revolves around her children, but it is important to

This week, Khadija is keeping it real with Zameer Nazarali, the managing director of Simplify ER, a Human Resources consultancy company that simplifies HR requirements for business owners by supplying them with world-class expertise, compliance and guidance that allows both employees and their parent businesses to fee. secure, safe, and enjoy a rich and cooperative culture.Zameer joins Khadija today to discuss the ever-evolving world of HR, the issues that many companies and employees face, and practical advice on walking the fine line between being an employer and a friend.KEY TAKEAWAYSHR isn't as much of a nightmare as people believe. There just seems to be so much bad advice and guidance out there, which Zameer and his team are gradually dispelling and correcting.Employers find it difficult to find a balance between treating their employees well and protecting themselves. Also, there are many areas of employment law that are unnecessarily complicated. In many cases, companies can unknowingly violate H

Life can move fast; too fast, sometimes! That's why it's always good to take some time to regard the day behind you and count your wins.Khadija is doing just that in today's episode - keeping it real by showing gratitude and sharing her latest victories, no matter how large or how small.KEY TAKEAWAYSSometimes when people see you in glamorous surroundings, they get the impression that there's little work going on. But that's definitely not the case!Wins come in all shapes and sizes - from finally posting a parcel you've had hanging around the house, to making sure the dog smells like lavender - but a win is a win!There are moments, as a parent, when you cross that divide and connect with your child on their level. Not as a carer. Not as an authority figure. But as a friend. Those moments are invaluable to children.Small wins sometimes don't seem relevant while they're happening. But they are, and you should celebrate them all.BEST MOMENTS'The small wins are what's important' 'Sorry if this is too much informat

Khadija is in conversation with Lauren Steadman, gold medallist para-athlete, para swimmer and strictly star and her sister, Ellen a successful up and coming hairdresser.They chat about dancing, being sisters, competing,  veganism, vegetarianism and the flexitarian diet in this highly entertaining episode that has something for everyone, listen in and enjoy! KEY TAKEAWAYSStrictlyStrictly was a life-changing journey I learned new skills and gained new friends, I miss it and wish I could do it all again.The glitz and glam along with the professionals who are so welcoming make it a very special experience.I like to do the whole dance routine at the start of the week and then break it down into sets, mapping out around the dance floor.There is a fine line between training to be an athlete and committing to public media work.SportI have continued to live in Portsmouth, where I went to university because I have a great set up with good support such as physio which is hugely positive for my training.Over t

‘If you want a great beard we are here to show you the road'In this highly entertaining and informative episode, Khadija is talking to the Mo Bros, Keval Kunal and Savan three brothers who undertook the challenge of Movember in 2014 and on finding there were no great beard products were inspired to create their own.Mo Bro's was born and is now in 78 countries across the world helping men to achieve the image they want with an amazing beard.There is something for everyone in this episode listen in and enjoy KEY TAKEAWAYSAs brits, we are really good at having ideas but rarely take them through to executionThrough our rivalry as brothers,  borne from the challenge of Movember in 2014 we created a business  which is now in 78 countries around the world.As a brand, we want to promote wellbeing for men overall and this involves eating well and exercising regularly.Over the last five years, we have continually worked to improve our offering and we believe we've now hit 5 stars.Being patchy, scra

Khadija is travelling, utilising her time so that she can talk to us about how to effectively utilise and manage time to be as productive as possible in your business and as an entrepreneur.In this engaging and honest episode, Khadija talks about the importance of having a team who have passion, being present with your kids and the reality of intensively building up a business from nothing to 30 employees.This is a very honest podcast  Khadija is ‘keeping it real' about what it is really like to be a successful entrepreneur and a mum. KEY TAKEAWAYSYou must identify how you can effectively utilise your time to be as productive as possible.I'm a very last-minute person so having a great team around me is vital.My PA has helped to create great questions for guests on the podcast and is brilliant at producing interesting questions for the ‘yes, no' gameMy other PA has been busy organising the podcast launch party. Together as a team, we raised in excess of £5,000 in sponsorship towards

Khadija is joined by the youngest ever apprentice finalist and founder of M+LKplus, Camilla Ainsworth. Khadija and Camilla Keep It Real by discussing her journey from Apprentice finalist to successful business owner and what she's learnt along the way. They discuss the difficulties small business face and the mindset needed to succeed in taking your small business venture to the next level. Two flavours in the range that solidified M+Lkplus as a brand KEY TAKEAWAYSAfter the apprentice, Camilla was approached by Holland & Barrett who expressed an interest in launching her M+LKplus brand in stores nationwide. However, it took a lot of work and persistence to get this done. Now Camilla had launched a new flavour of M+LKplus into 645 Holland & Barrett stores successfully.As a small business dealing with large corporate brands can be difficult as you don't always know who you're dealing with and who to contact.Camilla had some difficulty sourcing the vegan packaging she wanted and in-fact it did

Khadija revisits an inspirational business owner, high-end property developer, interior designer and ‘Mumpreneur' in the form of an ex-rival, The Apprentices own final five interviewer, Linda Plant. Khadija and Linda discuss her journey in business from fashion design to property development and what it means being a full-time Mum and full-time business owner. Tune in to discover Linda's top tips to becoming a successful entreprneur. KEY TAKEAWAYSLinda is mainly a property developer of high-end residential units and with a background in the fashion industry, she moved into interior design fitting her own property investment portfolio. The property business is a struggle at the moment due to the uncertainty around Brexit and with the high-end property, Linda deals with that's often sold to foreign investors the industry is at a low. However, with the strength of the currency at the moment, investment should be high. After October 31st we'll get some certainty in the market. But whether you're a

In a hilarious and revealing interview with Businesswomen, Best-selling Author and TV personality, Katie Price. Khadija and Katie ‘Keep It Real' by discussing the everyday life of a Mumpreneur and touch on their personal struggles growing their businesses. They're joined by Jade a boutique business owner launching a new clothing range for kids with Katie. Tune in today to discover more about business, life as a mum and why you can always achieve what it is you set out to do if you have the right mindset.  KEY TAKEAWAYSIf you're an entreprneur and a Mum you should be proud. It's hard to be in business with kids but don't let them hold you back, in today day and age you can do anything, so take your kids along with you. It's important to have a successful support network around you between friends, family and partners, you must surround yourself with those that bring you up and support your ventures. We're all mums but that shouldn't stop us pursuing our dreams in business and in life.