ARE YOU PITCH READY? AN EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE YOUR DREAMS HEARD AND THE IMPORTANCE OF AN OPEN MIND…
Hey Mobsters,
It’s Francesca here, exited tech founder, Business Coach, SEND parent and MOB member! Each week I share my experience as an entrepreneur with the MOB community.
This week I want to share an incredible opportunity that will help you to build your businesses..
Are you building a business, do you need funding, or is this something you feel is simply out of reach? Whatever the scenario, I want to provide you with an opportunity and the motivation to help you pursue your dreams…..
THE OPPORTUNITY
Next month I am part of an incredible judging panel that includes:
Simon Squibb - with millions of followers across his social platforms Simon is inspiring millions of future entrepreneurs, Simon is currently number 1 Sunday times best seller with his book What’s Your Dream.
Priya Oberoi - Founding General Partner of Goddess Gaia Ventures
Lavinia D Osbourne - Blockchain business and Web 3 thought leader
Amardeep Parmar - Co-Founder of Bae HQ a high growth community for British- Asian entrepreneurs and investors.
Francesca Hodgson - myself, on a mission to help anyone and specifically the MOB to find the energy and clarity of mind needed to pursue their ambitions.
If you are looking for support with funding and a chance to pitch your dream to investors then this is an opportunity for you. The programme is completely free and comes packed with support from industry experts who will be able to help you with your pitch and be connected with investors. I’ll pop the link below but if this has sparked your interest, why not apply and see what happens.
The opportunity to be invited as a judge is honestly such a privilege. Don’t get me wrong, I have worked consistently in the entrepreneurial space for the past decade, business is my true passion and it is my mission to empower millions of people to find happiness and to live out their dreams. Personally, I am a huge fan of Simon Squibb and it is an honour for me to be judging alongside him. If you have not heard of Simon, take a look at his work through Instagram, Tik Tok or Youtube (links below). He has helped to inspire millions of people to pursue their dreams and his book, which I’ll link below, is quite simply brilliant. Having lived and breathed this world, I can tell you the advice in the book is practical, relatable and accessible.
To apply, head over to: https://www.vestd.com/investd-connect-pitch-grow-2025
AN OPEN MIND
The only real thing you need to access advice like this is an open mind. That’s why I am passionate about what I do as a personal and professional coach. Mindset is powerful. A positive mindset can be immensely challenging, especially in the face of adversity but for me it is one of the most effective and often underrated tools in our self help tool box.
It’s not easy to put into words how the power of self belief and a positive mindset has created opportunities beyond my wildest dream but it has, and it can for you too.
The amount of time it takes to shift gears in your mind is completely unique to each person. That’s the beauty of being human, we are all unique, we are all beautiful in our own ways and we each have been dealt a ‘set of cards’ (experiences, education, environment) that have helped shape who we are today. How you interpret and view those cards will again be up to you. I promise that you have a choice and a strong ability to influence your dreams if you allow yourself to. If you feel you need assistance here, coaching can be a powerful tool and if anyone ever wants a complimentary meeting with me directly to explore how this may work for you, I have created a calendar link below exclusively for you Mobsters. This link allows you to book a complimentary 30 minute call to discuss your needs and for us to get to know each other.
In the meantime here are a few practical tips.
Start Your Day with Gratitude: Begin each morning by considering three things you're grateful for to set a positive tone for the day.
Reframe Challenges as Opportunities: When faced with difficulties, focus on what you can learn or how the experience can help you grow.
Surround Yourself with Positivity: Spend time with people who uplift and inspire you, and limit exposure to negativity, whether it's social media, news or toxic relationships.
Celebrate Small Wins: Acknowledge progress, no matter how small, to build momentum and reinforce your efforts.
Practise Self-Compassion: Be kind to yourself when things go wrong, speak to yourself as you would to a close friend.
Limit Negative Self-Talk: Notice when you're being overly critical and challenge those thoughts with evidence of your strengths and successes.
Stay Present: Practise mindfulness or grounding techniques to focus on the here and now instead of worrying about the past or future.
Take Care of Your Body: Prioritise sleep, regular exercise, and a balanced diet, as your physical health is closely linked to your mindset.
Set Daily Intentions: Choose a positive focus for the day, such as patience, joy, or kindness, and carry it with you throughout your actions.
Give Back: Acts of kindness and generosity can shift your focus from problems to the positive impact you're having on others.
To book a complimentary call to explore how coaching could help transform you, your energy, your motivation, your mindset and support you build your dream head over to:
https://calendly.com/francesca-weareambition/mob-free-consultation
As always Mobsters, I hope this has been helpful. Do let me know your thoughts in comments and specifically give me and the rest of the Mobster community a shout out if you have applied to pitch. Just comment ‘applied to pitch!’ I always read and engage with the community here as it is my belief that everyone has their own incredible path ahead and it is a privilege to be able to connect with inspirational people like you.
Please connect with me via Linkedin and instagram, details below. If Linkedin, please add a note to your connection request to let me know you are a member of the MOB.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesca-hodgson/
https://www.instagram.com/we.are.ambition/
Recommendations of the week:
What’s Your Dream by Simon Squibb available on Amazon and Audible
Link to Simon’s work that is available for free:
https://www.youtube.com/c/SimonSquibb
https://www.instagram.com/simonsquibb/?hl=en
