In this powerful episode of
Think Big and Go Global Podcast I sit down with Chris London, a Facebook Ads specialist, agency owner, and course creator who has sold over 20,000 online courses and generated more than £600,000 in revenue.
But Chris’s story isn’t just about business success.
Before the growth…
Before the visibility…
There was survival.
Chris found himself trapped in a physically and emotionally abusive relationship, unable to leave because he simply couldn’t afford to. Many nights he slept in his baby son’s room, feeling stuck, exhausted, and unsure how to rebuild his life.
Instead of giving up, Chris made a decision that changed everything.
In the quiet hours beside his sleeping child, he began teaching himself Facebook advertising.
With just £500, relentless testing, and determination, he developed a skill that would eventually become his freedom.
Today, Chris helps small businesses start small — sometimes with as little as £5 a day in ads — and scale their growth with confidence.
But more importantly, his journey shines a light on something rarely spoken about:
Men can experience abuse too. And many suffer in silence.
This conversation is about resilience, rebuilding identity, and finding a way out — even when life feels at its darkest.
In this episode we discuss:
The untold reality of men experiencing abuse
Feeling emotionally ready to leave but financially trapped
How Chris turned late nights into a life-changing skill
The truth about starting Facebook ads with small budgets
Why visibility is critical for entrepreneurs
Lessons from building a £600K online business
What it really takes to rebuild your life and identity
This is not just a business story.
It’s a story of resilience, courage, and rebuilding from the ground up.
If you’ve ever felt stuck — in life or in business — this conversation will remind you that your turning point may be closer than you think.

One idea from my keynote in Paris that really resonated with the audience was this:

Many high-performing professionals don’t necessarily run out of time.
They run out of energy.

And a surprising amount of that energy is often drained by something we barely notice:
- Spending mental energy on things that are outside of our control.
- Worrying about decisions others might make.
- Overthinking situations that may or may not happen.
- Trying to influence outcomes we ultimately cannot control.

During the talk, I invited the audience to reflect using the Circle of Control.

A simple but powerful question:
Where is your energy currently going?
• What is within your control?
• What can you influence?
• And what might you be carrying mentally that is actually outside your control?

Becoming aware of this is often the first step toward reclaiming energy and creating more sustainable performance.

Because leadership today isn’t just about delivering results.

It’s about doing so without constantly depleting yourself in the process.

This week, I invite you to start noticing: where does your energy go to most during a typical week - things that are fully in your control, or things that are not in your control?

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Intentional action builds success. Sustainable energy keeps it.

P.S. I also received this lovely personalized thank-you note from the conference organizers after the event. Thank you for the warm message and for bringing together such a thoughtful global community. It was truly a pleasure being part of the conference (iDIAS Global Conferences, Dr Prasad Kovvuru). 🙏

#sustainableleadership #energymanagement #wellbeingatwork

Very happy to join the Global woman summit in July in London 😃

Why I’m the Nanny McPhee of Tuition I’m not like most tutors.

Because most tuition is designed to keep children coming back.

Week after week.

Month after month.

Sometimes for years.

The same children.

The same struggles.

The same cycle.

But that’s not what I want.

The children I teach are bright and don’t want tuition.

To them it feels like extra school.

And when a child has already spent six hours in school,

more worksheets can feel like torture.

I understand that.

Which is why my approach is very different.

I often tell children,

“I’m the Nanny McPhee of Tuition.

When you need me, but don’t want me, then I must stay.

When you want me, but no longer need me, then I must go.”

And that’s exactly how I see my role.

Most children resist tuition when we start.

They sit with their arms folded.

They sigh.

Sometimes they say straight away:

“Miss, I hate English.”

But then something changes.

When learning starts making sense again…

when the pressure drops…

and they realise they can actually do it…

the resistance disappears.

And the moment I love most is when a child finally says:

“Miss… my parents said I don’t need tuition anymore because my grades are really good now.”

Or

“I’m in top set now.”

I’m as sad to see them go as much as they are sad to leave, but I have a full heart, because my job was never to keep them.

My job is to help them gain confidence, become independent as quickly as possible, and then step aside so they can fly.

That’s my Nanny McPhee Approach.

If this resonates, you’re welcome to message me.

I offer a free clarity calls for parents who want to understand what’s really going on with their child’s learning.

https://theparentteacher.co.uk/strategistscall

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#sabinabashir
#childdevelopment
#parentingsupport

I’m excited to share that I’ll be featured on The Unforget Yourself Show podcast! 🎙️

In this conversation, we talk about the powerful connection between our emotions and our ability to create wealth.

This episode will be released on May 13, and I can’t wait to share it with you.

Stay tuned!

#emotionalintelligence #moneybreakthrough #loveyourevolution #podcastinterview

Support Susan I am praying every day for five mothers who are fighting cancer.

Five mothers. Can you imagine that?

My heart feels heavy when I think about their lives. These women are going through chemo while raising their children, trying to stay strong for their families while fighting one of the hardest battles a person can face.
Every evening, I sit with my kids. We read the Bible and we pray that these mothers will make it. 🙏

Today I want to share one of their stories.
Susan is a beautiful soul. Hardworking. Loving. Raising her children on her own. She already fought cancer once — and she won. And now she has to face this fight again.
Sometimes life feels unbelievably unfair.

Why am I sharing this?
Because I want to remind all of us how powerful care, prayer, and human connection can be.
Do you know a mother who is fighting cancer right now? Send her a message. Ask how she is doing. Ask if she needs anything. Often, these small messages mean more than we can imagine. They remind someone that they are not alone in their fight.

And if you are able to support financially, you can also help Susan. Or support someone close to you who is going through a difficult time.
Let’s stand together and help each other in the ways we can — through prayer, love, time, or support.
No one should have to fight alone.
If you know someone fighting cancer right now, write a ❤️ in the comments so we can pray for them too.
God bless you all. 🙏

Support Susan here:
https://lnkd.in/dGqstwf4

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Make Sure the Table You Are Sitting At Celebrates You

This weekend I attended the Global Woman networking event in Kent hosted by Dee Airey, and Global Woman Club it reminded me of something incredibly important:

Make sure the table you are sitting at celebrates you.

Getting there was not easy. In fact, despite several challenges, I almost didn’t go. But I made a deliberate and intentional decision that I was going to attend regardless.

It took me over two hours to get there, but I kept telling myself,

“Better late than never.”

Something interesting happened on the way. The taxi I got into had celebration lights inside it. I could not resist taking pictures because it felt like even the taxi was celebrating me. It made me feel glamorous, joyful, and excited.

It reminded me of an important lesson:

Be intentional about the rooms you step into.
Sometimes the journey to the right room is not easy, but it is always worth it.

The Power of Being in the Right Room

The little time I spent at the event was incredibly inspiring.

Dee Airey was presenting on money mindset, and it really blew my mind. It was such a powerful reminder of why it is so important to be in a room where you are celebrated.

At the event I had the opportunity to pitch what I do, and the level of engagement was amazing. Everyone in the room was there to lift each other up.

That energy matters.

Dee asked a profound question:

“Are the money goals you set at the beginning still the same now?”

It reminded me of something I often say:
"If you can easily achieve your goals, they are not big enough"

Sometimes we must stretch our thinking, especially when it comes to money, growth, and investing in ourselves.

Investing in Yourself Is Not Losing Money

One powerful mindset shift discussed in the room was about how people view investing in themselves.

Many people think that when they pay for coaching, mentoring, or development they are losing money.

But the truth is:
You are not paying someone.
You are investing in receiving value.

Growth requires investment.
And when you value your development, you attract opportunities that expand your life.

Not Everyone Is Your Audience

Dee also shared something extremely important. Some people believe that when they are in a room, they should try to sell to everyone there.

But that is not true.
It does not matter how cheap something is.

If the people in the room are not your market, they will not buy.
She gave a brilliant example. Someone tried to sell her something that cost just £297, and she still didn’t buy it.
Why?
Because she didn’t see the value in it.

This is where understanding your avatar, your ideal audience becomes critical.

You could be selling to millionaires, but if they are not your audience, they will not buy from you.

But when you are in the right room, where people understand your value, everything changes.

Got a story? DM me 👇🏻

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hashtag#globalwoman
hashtag#knowyourworth
hashtag#publishyourbook
hashtag#authoritybuilding

Make Sure the Table You Are Sitting At Celebrates You

This weekend I attended the Global Woman networking event in Kent hosted by Dee Airey, and Global Woman Club it reminded me of something incredibly important:

Make sure the table you are sitting at celebrates you.

Getting there was not easy. In fact, despite several challenges, I almost didn’t go. But I made a deliberate and intentional decision that I was going to attend regardless.

It took me over two hours to get there, but I kept telling myself,

“Better late than never.”

Something interesting happened on the way. The taxi I got into had celebration lights inside it. I could not resist taking pictures because it felt like even the taxi was celebrating me. It made me feel glamorous, joyful, and excited.

It reminded me of an important lesson:

Be intentional about the rooms you step into.
Sometimes the journey to the right room is not easy, but it is always worth it.

The Power of Being in the Right Room

The little time I spent at the event was incredibly inspiring.

Dee Airey was presenting on money mindset, and it really blew my mind. It was such a powerful reminder of why it is so important to be in a room where you are celebrated.

At the event I had the opportunity to pitch what I do, and the level of engagement was amazing. Everyone in the room was there to lift each other up.

That energy matters.

Dee asked a profound question:

“Are the money goals you set at the beginning still the same now?”

It reminded me of something I often say:
"If you can easily achieve your goals, they are not big enough"

Sometimes we must stretch our thinking, especially when it comes to money, growth, and investing in ourselves.

Investing in Yourself Is Not Losing Money

One powerful mindset shift discussed in the room was about how people view investing in themselves.

Many people think that when they pay for coaching, mentoring, or development they are losing money.

But the truth is:
You are not paying someone.
You are investing in receiving value.

Growth requires investment.
And when you value your development, you attract opportunities that expand your life.

Not Everyone Is Your Audience

Dee also shared something extremely important. Some people believe that when they are in a room, they should try to sell to everyone there.

But that is not true.
It does not matter how cheap something is.

If the people in the room are not your market, they will not buy.
She gave a brilliant example. Someone tried to sell her something that cost just £297, and she still didn’t buy it.
Why?
Because she didn’t see the value in it.

This is where understanding your avatar, your ideal audience becomes critical.

You could be selling to millionaires, but if they are not your audience, they will not buy from you.

But when you are in the right room, where people understand your value, everything changes.

Got a story? DM me 👇🏻

hashtag#networking
hashtag#globalwoman
hashtag#knowyourworth
hashtag#publishyourbook
hashtag#authoritybuilding