In this episode of Finance for Founders, host Samuel welcomes Joe Seddon, founder and CEO of Zero Gravity. Joe shares his incredible journey from a single parent household in West Yorkshire to leading a thriving tech startup. They discuss valuable insights on fundraising, scaling a startup, and making social impact. Joe answers quick-fire questions about his life, inspirations, and productivity hacks, and provides advice for young entrepreneurs. He explains the mission, challenges, and successes of Zero Gravity, a platform designed to support talented students from low-opportunity backgrounds. Tune in for inspirational stories and actionable advice.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:51 Quick Fire Questions with Joe Seddon
01:17 Joe's Background and Key Advice
02:20 Favorite Books and Podcasts
03:07 Personal Preferences and Inspirations
04:17 Productivity Hacks and Sleep Importance
06:01 Flexible Working Hours at Zero Gravity
06:26 Historical Figures and Hidden Talents
08:06 Mantras and Skills to Learn
09:49 Essential Apps and Career Alternatives
11:15 Impact of Zero Gravity and Personal Reflections
13:50 Deep Dive into Zero Gravity's Mission
15:32 Challenges and Early Days of Zero Gravity
23:21 User Acquisition and Growth Hacking
31:10 Partnerships and Scaling Impact
33:45 Fundraising and Financial Management
42:16 Future Goals and Final Thoughts

Zero Gravity:
https://www.zerogravity.co.uk/

Linkedin profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeseddon/