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DESIGNING FREEDOM BEYOND BORDERS AND LIMITS

DESIGNING FREEDOM BEYOND BORDERS AND LIMITS

32m 19s

In this episode of Skillionaires, host Angela Thomas speaks with Michelle Maree, founder of The Nomad Escape, about designing a life and business beyond borders, limits and traditional structures.

Michelle Maree shares her journey from building a location-independent business to redefining freedom, responsibility and success on her own terms. Together, they explore what it really takes to create sustainable freedom. Not as an escape, but as a conscious design choice.

This conversation is about mindset, systems, self-leadership and the courage to let go of outdated models — in business and in life.

An inspiring episode for founders, digital nomads and...

RAISING KIDPRENEURS - SCALING THE NEXT GENERATION

RAISING KIDPRENEURS - SCALING THE NEXT GENERATION

27m 56s

In this episode of Skillionaires, host Angela Thomas sits down with Angela Soudi, co-founder of Gladiators Juniors and passionate advocate for entrepreneurship education for children.

Together they explore why entrepreneurship starts long before adulthood, and how families, systems, mindset and heart-led leadership play a decisive role in shaping the next generation.

This conversation goes beyond business theory. It dives into education, family dynamics, self-mastery and the long-term responsibility entrepreneurs carry — not only for companies, but for people.

A powerful episode for entrepreneurs, parents and leaders who think in generations, not quarters.

MASTERING THE STAGE

MASTERING THE STAGE

34m 17s

Great events don’t happen by accident.

They are designed, guided and held together by the right person on stage.

In this episode of the Skillionaires Podcast, Angela Thomas is joined by Derek Smith, an experienced Master of Ceremonies (MC), to explore what truly makes events work behind the scenes.

The conversation dives into the often underestimated role of the MC and why great moderation is not about talking more, but about creating structure, flow and trust.

This episode is for anyone who works with live events, stages, audiences or high-stakes communication.

THE 9-STEP PLAYBOOK TO SCALE YOUR COMPANY

THE 9-STEP PLAYBOOK TO SCALE YOUR COMPANY

34m 36s

In this solo Playbook Episode, Dr. Angela Thomas breaks down her proven 9-step scaling framework and explains how real business growth works in practice.

You’ll learn how to structure your value proposition, customer journey, channels, partnerships, and revenue streams in a way that allows your business to scale without burning yourself out or tying everything to your personal time and energy.

This episode is a must-listen for founders, consultants, and service-based entrepreneurs who want clarity, structure, and sustainable growth.

ANGELA {UNSCRIPTED}

ANGELA {UNSCRIPTED}

31m 8s

This unscripted solo episode is a personal and unfiltered start into the new year.

Angela Thomas shares a story she rarely talks about: a year of pressure, self-doubt, a costly scam, and the inner shift that followed. From nervous system regulation to leadership identity, from environment to energy, this episode explores why strategy alone never creates sustainable growth.

You’ll hear:

– why strategy without energy leads to stagnation
– the 7 reasons businesses get stuck (and the 8th element nobody talks about)
– how identity, environment and self-worth shape results
– why leadership always starts inside before it shows outside...

AMAZON IS NOT A MARKETPLACE - IT'S A SYSTEM

AMAZON IS NOT A MARKETPLACE - IT'S A SYSTEM

33m 19s

Amazon frustrates most founders.

Not because their product is bad – but because they misunderstand the system.

In this episode of Skillionaires, Angela Thomas sits down with Jason Kwao, Amazon growth strategist and brand builder, to unpack what really drives success on Amazon.

Jason Kwao shares his journey from delivering pizzas to scaling seven-figure brands, and explains why Amazon is not a marketplace, but a system that rewards those who understand its rules.

You’ll learn:

– Why most sellers lose money on Amazon
– The three levers that actually drive growth
– How mindset impacts long-term profitability
– When Amazon...

CRAFTSMANSHIP & SCALING LUXURY WORLDWIDE

CRAFTSMANSHIP & SCALING LUXURY WORLDWIDE

41m 14s

In this episode of the Skillionaires Podcast, Angela Thomas speaks with Riadh Bouaziz, an entrepreneur and global leader in the luxury home and textile industry.

Riadh Bouaziz shares how a deep respect for craftsmanship, discipline, and long-term thinking laid the foundation for building his global luxury business. From linen and textiles to international markets, this conversation explores what it truly takes to scale a premium brand without sacrificing quality, values, or identity.

This episode is a masterclass in luxury mindset, operational excellence, and legacy-driven growth — for founders who think beyond trends and short-term wins.

THE ART OF TIMELESS HOME FASHION

THE ART OF TIMELESS HOME FASHION

33m 3s

In this inspiring episode, Angela Thomas speaks with Khurshid Vakil, co-founder of Home Fashion Group and one of the leading voices in premium home textile manufacturing.

Khurshid Vakil shares the story of a family business built on craftsmanship, discipline, and unwavering brand integrity. From producing for global luxury retailers to scaling operations across continents, his philosophy is simple and powerful:

No discounts. No shortcuts. No compromise on quality.

This episode dives deep into long-term brand building, sustainable growth, and the values that keep a legacy business thriving across generations. If you want to understand how real, timeless brands are built...

THE ALPHA CODE

THE ALPHA CODE

42m 14s

In this powerful episode, Angela Thomas sits down with Seif El Hakim — “The Alpha” — a global business leader, former Samsung executive, founder, strategist, and creator of The Alpha Movement.

This conversation cuts through the noise of fake success and surface-level coaching.
Seif El Hakim reveals what a modern alpha truly is: Identity. Integrity. Responsibility. Discipline. Execution.
No ego. No posing. Just real leadership that scales.

From building markets across Russia and Korea, to advising founders on next-level performance, Seif El Hakim breaks down the frameworks behind identity-driven leadership, high-performance culture, and the mindset shifts entrepreneurs must master in...

BUILDING HIGH PERFORMING TEAMS

BUILDING HIGH PERFORMING TEAMS

48m 18s

In this episode, Angela Thomas speaks with Premal Patel, culture strategist and founder of the Healthy Minds Club, about the core truth every modern leader is facing:

“Your behaviour becomes your company’s behaviour — and culture scales faster than strategy.”

Premal Patel draws from 28 years of leadership experience across global organisations and shares why mental well-being, psychological safety, and conscious leadership are no longer “nice to have” — they are the real drivers of retention, performance, and sustainable growth.

They explore how companies can build environments where people thrive, why burnout is costing billions, and how leaders can shift...