The Evolve Podcast
The road to success is a bumpy one. It involves navigating new challenges, learning quickly and seeking help from others who have been there before. The Evolve Podcast’s mission is to help make that journey to success just that little bit easier.
Each week, our host, Simon Bocko, interviews successful people who talk openly and honestly about the journey they have been on to become the person they are today; sharing stories, insights, tips and anecdotes along the way.
It’s a great opportunity to learn from entrepreneurs, business leaders, creatives and technologists who have all taken very different paths to success.
Hosted by Simon Bocko, Founder and CEO of leading growth consultancy, Evolve (goevolve.co.uk).
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S3 / Episode #2 - Jimmy Yen
April 28, 2024 • 53 MIN
Introducing Jimmy Yen, a visionary entrepreneur whose thriving acupuncture clinic have captured global attention. Today, he sits down with Simon on The Evolve Podcast for an exclusive interview where he explains how he went from zero to seven million followers across social channels, and how this has become a world-class lead-gen engine for his business. Don't miss out on the full episode, where Jimmy shares his remarkable journey from financial struggle to owning a renowned acupuncture empire, positively impacting thousands of people with various challenges.
Tune in now to be inspired!
S3 / Episode #1 - Tony DiSilvestro | The Evolve Podcast
April 22, 2024 • 37 MIN
Meet Tony DiSilvestro, the serial entrepreneur behind 33 thriving businesses is interviewed by Simon Bocko, CEO of leading business transformation and branding agency Evolve for The Evolve Podcast.
Don't miss out as he spills the secrets to his success, unleashing a proven methodology for business growth. Discover why investing in human capital is his key to long-term success.
Episode #10 - Tammy Alvarez | The Evolve Podcast
April 25, 2023 • 51 MIN
Join me this week as I speak to Tammy Alvarez, ex Managing Director at AIG, who transitioned to becoming CEO of leading coaching firm, Career Winners Circle.
We talk about the benefits of being an experimental leader, how breaking the rules leads to positive outcomes and how people should be treating their career like a business if they want to truly achieve their ambitions.
Episode #09 - James Church | The Evolve Podcast
April 18, 2023 • 66 MIN
This week I speak to James Church, author of Amazon #1 best seller, Investable Entrepreneur, and Co-founder of investment readiness agency, Robot Mascot. Join us as we discuss how to be successful in raising money for your business, sharing insights on how to become investor ready, when the ideal time is to seek investment, how to maximise your chance of success and what it feels like after you have received the money.
Episode #08 - Emily Ryan | The Evolve Podcast
April 11, 2023 • 56 MIN
Join me this week as I speak to Emily Ryan, CEO at digital product design agency, We Are Systematic. We discuss her journey through the world of digital agency, the challenges of setting up on your own and how building a business with authenticity at its heart leads to long-term success.
Episode #07 - Mark Selby | The Evolve Podcast
April 4, 2023 • 45 MIN
This week I speak to ex Vice President of Nokia and Visiting Professor at Surrey University, Mark Selby. We discuss the importance of looking at things from different perspectives, the value of serendipity and how observing the people and environment around you can lead to real innovation.
Episode #06 - David Alexander | The Evolve Podcast
March 28, 2023 • 50 MIN
Join me this week as I speak to David Alexander, MD of purpose-led sports PR firm, Calacus. We discuss the history of the media and how the way we consume news has evolved over time, what makes a good story, the importance of being authentic in the media and how sports personalities can use their platform for good.
Episode #05 - Charlie Johnstone | The Evolve Podcast
March 16, 2023 • 53 MIN
This week I am joined by Charlie Johnstone, Co-Founder at PE Firm Newlands Capital. We discuss the different types of investment a business can seek, the importance of having the right investment partner, the challenges faced during the due diligence process and what a PE company brings beyond money to help a business deliver growth.
Episode #04 - Jen Clay | The Evolve Podcast
March 9, 2023 • 44 MIN
I’m joined this week by Jennifer Clay, Head of Fundraising and Engagement at mental health charity, Oakleaf. We discuss the importance of taking control of your own mental health, the stigma still associated with mental health and the importance of not suffering in silence.
Episode #03 - Michael Johnston | The Evolve Podcast
March 2, 2023 • 60 MIN
Join me this week as I speak to Michael Johnston, Strategic Design Consultant and Angel Investor, as we talk everything innovation, discussing how to build and grow technology-led businesses, how to innovate within a business and how to drive adoption for new technologies.
Episode #02 - Ben Edwards | The Evolve Podcast
February 23, 2023 • 47 MIN
This week I speak to Ben Edwards, Global Manager of Protective Intelligence at Meta, about how his experience in the Royal Navy and Met Police helped give him the grounding he needed to accelerate his career and how modern businesses are managing their risk effectively.
Episode #01 - Lee Lapthorne | The Evolve Podcast
February 16, 2023 • 64 MIN
Kicking off season 2, Simon is joined by Lee Lapthorne, Head of the Institute of Jewellery, Fashion and Textiles at BCU and Founder of On Off London Fashion Week. We discuss the importance of resilience when growing a business, the challenges of growing a fashion brand and how the future of fashion is starting to blend the virtual and physical in new and exciting ways.
Introduction to Season 2
February 13, 2023 • < 1 MIN
Hello, I’m Simon Bocko and this is Season 2 of The Evolve podcast, where I get to speak to some of the most interesting people in business, who talk openly and honestly about the journey they have been on to become the successful person they are today. Sharing stories, insights, tips and anecdotes along the way.
If you are running your own business, about to start one, or keen to move on in your career it’s a great opportunity to learn and be inspired by entrepreneurs and business leaders who have all taken very different paths to success
End of Season 1 | The Evolve Podcast
December 21, 2021 • < 1 MIN
That wraps up season one of The Evolve Podcast.
Thank you to all my guests. Its been such a privilege to have so many fascinating conversations with such amazing people.
Wishing everyone a Happy Christmas and a wonderful new year. Please look out for season 2 next year as well as an exciting (but top secret) YouTube project.
Episode #10 - Ashley Pollak | The Evolve Podcast
December 14, 2021 • 44 MIN
This week Ashley Pollak, Co-Founder at Doorstep Gardener, discusses his journey from film-maker
to gardening start-up, sharing his view on the investor and accelerator landscape and how being
open to new ideas can lead to new opportunities.
Episode #09 - Alison O'Leary | The Evolve Podcast
December 7, 2021 • 41 MIN
I talk to Alison O’Leary about how her experience of meeting a careers coach led to her completely
changing her career and life. She is now a career coach herself, helping people make the same
transition as she did. We discuss how changing career is a journey not an on/off switch and how to
overcome imposter syndrome in order to achieve your full potential.
Episode #08 - Austin Brailey | The Evolve Podcast
November 30, 2021 • 38 MIN
I’m joined by Austin Brailey, Founder of Red Five Comms, who discusses how he has built an open, honest and values-driven business that attracts the right clients and how fulfilling this can be.
Episode #07 - Ricky D'Costa | The Evolve Podcast
November 23, 2021 • 39 MIN
This week I am joined by Ricky D’Costa who shares his journey from graduating with a degree in
entrepreneurship to founding a business that powers satellites in space. We discuss the challenges
of building a CAPEX intensive business, why space now needs a worldwide governing body and how
emerging technologies can become a force for good.
Episode #06 - Léon Milns | The Evolve Podcast
November 16, 2021 • 44 MIN
With many industries in the midst of a race for talent post-COVID, I talk with Léon Milns, Co-Founder
of recruitment consultancy, Adam, about how businesses can navigate this tough recruitment
market, how to attract top, in demand talent and how flexibility has become the new battleground
for hiring managers.
Episode #05 - Mel Redding | The Evolve Podcast
November 9, 2021 • 33 MIN
My guest this week is Mel Redding, board director and experienced sales professional. She talks about the benefits of having a portfolio career, the importance of having a strong network, being confident when selling and the personal side of business that affects us all.
Episode #04 - Cris Penfold | The Evolve Podcast
November 2, 2021 • 50 MIN
I talk to professional dancer and actor Cris Penfold as he shares tips on how to manage rejection, the importance of being dedicated to your craft, how to adapt and learn fast on set and how to deal with high-pressure situations.
Episode #03 - Matt Crisp | The Evolve Podcast
October 26, 2021 • 35 MIN
Matt Crisp is the only person I know who has never had a job, starting a business at 15 and later going on to found multiple start-ups. He shares his view on culture in business, how nurturing young talent has helped his business grow and the future of the digital industry.
Episode #02 - Cliff Fawcett | The Evolve Podcast
October 19, 2021 • 36 MIN
Listen to research and innovation superstar Cliff Fawcett discuss the techniques he uses to gain valuable consumer insights to inform product development as well as the importance of taking a human-centric approach to building a business.
Episode #01 - Emma Sexton | The Evolve Podcast
October 12, 2021 • 40 MIN
I’m joined this week by a real-life super woman and entrepreneur, Emma Sexton. She discusses the need to have creative representation at board level, how imposter syndrome can be a motivator and how the best time to start a business is today.
Welcome to the Evolve Podcast
September 30, 2021 • < 1 MIN
Hello, I’m Simon Bocko and this is the Evolve podcast, where I get to speak to some of the most interesting people in business, who talk openly and honestly about the journey they have been on to become the successful person they are today. Sharing stories, insights, tips and anecdotes along the way.
If you are running your own business, about to start one, or keen to move on in your career it’s a great opportunity to learn and be inspired by entrepreneurs and business leaders who have all taken very different paths to success