Hosted by Lynn Lester · EN · 44 episodes
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Breaking through the barriers of adversity, this series celebrates the dreamers, the fighters & the underdogs who despite coming from ordinary backgrounds and facing numerous challenges along the way, have managed to achieve extraordinary success. Each week I find out what drives my remarkable guests, the invaluable lessons they have gained along the way and their advice in helping you, in your own journey to being world class!.
Lynn Lester hosts Working Class to World Class, a business show with 44 episodes published.
From growing up in Scotland to becoming a bestselling author read around the world, Jenny Colgan has built a global career through creativity and grit. In this episode, she reflects on her early life, finding her voice,
From growing up in a humble household in Kansas City, raised by a nurse and a minister, to leading one of the world’s biggest creative networks as Global CEO of VML, Jon Cook reflects on where he came from, the values th
Simon Hatter is a creative and entrepreneur who rose from a council estate after losing his father at a young age, surviving an abusive stepfather, and growing up in a world hostile to being gay. It’s a powerful story of
Gail Porter - the presenter and campaigner known to millions - shares her honest story, from the highs of fame to the toughest moments, and why she now speaks so openly about mental health. A big supporter of the Samarit
Wyclef Jean, the superstar who’s collaborated with Shakira, Beyoncé, Whitney Houston and co-founded the Fugees, opens up with a deep and personal story that starts in Haiti, moves through real hardship and eventually lan
Wyclef Jean, the superstar who’s collaborated with Shakira, Beyoncé, Whitney Houston and co-founded the Fugees, opens up with a deep and personal story that starts in Haiti, moves through real hardship and eventually lan
Wesley ter Haar, the visionary founder behind a global media powerhouse, shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Amsterdam as a working-class kid to becoming a young entrepreneur. Discover how he transformed his
Anamika Gupta shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming cultural stereotypes in India to becoming one of the most respected b2b marketers in the world.
John Cherry is an Executive Creative Director working for some of the biggest advertising agencies in the world. He reminisces about family holidays by bus, living with dyslexia, and his rise to success.
Jodene Van Lienden re-lives her turbulent upbringing, a breakdown in relationships, and bullying at school, all of which has fuelled her need and want to help others become their best selves today.
Music supervisor, Scott Velasquez, was brought up in a religious household where being gay was taboo. He candidly discusses his rise to success, working with global superstars like Lil Wayne, Chamillionaire, and Pitbull.
Joe Ngyuen shares his deeply personal story of life as a refugee, overcoming challenges that gave him the positive mindset to build a successful career.
Jeff Tan talks about bullying, religion, and not fitting in, and how this adversity focused him on becoming the success he is today.
Gordon Smith, well known for his performances at Kilmarnock, Rangers, and Manchester City, tells his story of living the dream as a football professional.
Bernard Ponsonby, a high profile broadcaster, tells how he could never have dreamt as a child that one day he’d be interviewing countless Prime Ministers and every single First Minister of Scotland.
Sir John Hegarty, one of the most prolific and respected figures in advertising takes a trip back down memory lane, reminiscing about the good old days.
Sometimes life is about being in the right place at the right time, and James Cross, Founder of Meanwhile, tells me about his serendipity past which led him to become an award-winning creative.
Rosemary Reed tells her fascinating story that changed her world from a proud cleaner to a TV Producer, mingling with the stars.
Working class, Allan Blair talks about his rising career, which now sees him as strategist for one of the biggest influencers in marketing, Gary Vaynerchuk of Vayner Media.
Beth Ann Kaminkow tells her emotional story of growing up in a single parent family and how many lessons in life set her up to become one of the most successful CEOs in advertising. * This recording was made prior to the
Jenny Colgan
1 appearance on this show
Jon Cook
Artisanal Bagel
1 appearance on this show
Gail Porter
Presenter
1 appearance on this show
Wyclef Jean
2 appearances on this show
Joe Nguyen
President and CEO · Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
1 appearance on this show
Gordon Smith
Pastor · Bradford County Sheriff
1 appearance on this show
Sir John Hegarty
founder of BBH & The Garage Soho
1 appearance on this show
James Cross
Creative Director · BBC Creative
1 appearance on this show
Ross King
Broadcasting Legend
1 appearance on this show
Meg Jones
Director of New Business and Services · Max Leads Digital
1 appearance on this show
Frank Carter
1 appearance on this show
Fernando Machado
Managing Principal and Chief Information Security Officer · Cybersec Investments
1 appearance on this show
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Working Class to World Class is hosted by Lynn Lester. The show is categorised under business (education) and has published 44 episodes.
Working Class to World Class has published 44 episodes.
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