In this episode of Many Hats Podcast, Stuart sits down with Sara Bingham, owner and head therapist of Sassy’s in Irvine, Ayrshire. With over 21 years of experience building one of Ayrshire’s most well-known salons, Sara shares her journey in the beauty industry and the lessons she’s learned along the way. She talks in depth about the importance of creating a strong salon culture—one that fosters a great work/life balance for both her staff and clients. From managing a team to the day-to-day r...
Sean has been a dedicated professional in the fitness industry for over 15 years. His passion and talent for football led him to Australia, where he pursued a career in the sport. However, his journey took an unexpected turn when he discovered a strong aptitude for coaching and began leading fitness classes. Upon returning to Scotland, Sean channelled his expertise into personal training, quickly establishing himself as one of Ayrshire’s most respected fitness professionals. Today, he owns an...
Stuart Hay is a prominent TikTok and Instagrammer, known for his hilarious and controversial football sketches that have gained millions of views. With experience collaborating with the likes of 'Only an Excuse' on the BBC, he serves as the visionary creative lead and star of "The Journey Back," a production that has successfully toured nationwide and headlined prestigious venues, including the Glasgow Armadillo. Upcoming performances are scheduled at renowned locations such as The Hydro, Bel...
April's voice may be familiar to many of my Scottish listeners, as she has lent her talents to numerous advertisements nationwide. Currently residing in Spain, April manages her business remotely from her home studio, enjoying the best of both worlds. She offers valuable insights into the intricacies of connecting with a global audience in her profession. Follow us: @many_hats_podcast
Del is the founder, director, and visionary behind Hire A Band, one of the country's leading entertainment agencies. This company has provided live music entertainment for countless weddings and corporate events across the country for over 25 years. In this episode I hear Del's story of his own days in the wedding scenes and his transition in to building an agency that works on behalf of hundreds of bands. Del discusses the crucial role of having a strong team that can elevate a...
Jenny is the Creative Director at Scripture Union Scotland - one of the biggest Christian organisations reaching young people. Jenny's job involves leading a Creative Team using digital media to connect and share with young people. In this episode, Jenny gives some valuable insight to leading and getting the best out of a team and some practical advice around overcoming procrastination. Follow us: @many_hats_podcast
Gordon is the owner of GRO Coffee - established in 2015 and has become one of the most popular and attractive coffee house and food establishments in Scotland! Having amassed over 70k followers, Gordon has leveraged Social Media to help create a culture across 2 different sites that people flock to from all over. Follow us: @many_hats_podcast
Many Hats Podcast: Episode 2 - Graeme Clark In this episode, I have the pleasure of gleaning some insight to the world of events management with Graeme Clark. As the mastermind behind a prominent commercial events company, Five Stars Limited, Graeme has cemented his legacy in the industry. Throughout our conversation, Graeme shares invaluable insights into the intricacies of building and leveraging networks to propel business growth, while also offering a candid reflection on the highs and lo...
Music producer and Musician, Daniel Robinson, commands an impressive audience of nearly half a million monthly listeners across prominent platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music. His music has achieved remarkable success, with certain tracks gaining over 20 million streams, solidifying his standing as one of the most esteemed figures in the industry. Notably, Daniel is recognised for both his original compositions, instrumentals and his adept production work for various artists, as well as ...