Welcome to Let's Talk Startups, where we light up the stage with founders' incredible journeys and insights! This episode, we're chatting with Johnny Pawlik, the dynamo behind Mantra Media and a passionate supporter of startup ventures. 🚀

🔍 Dive into the world of marketing and AI as Johnny decodes the complexities and shares his vision for inventing solutions tailor-made for startups. His successful entrepreneurial streak, spanning a luxury retail brand to Mantra Media, is just the tip of the iceberg!

💡 From the council estates of the East Midlands to the peaks of business success, Johnny's story is a masterclass in overcoming obstacles. He delves into the challenges founders face today, including the often overlooked Impostor syndrome, and his mantra for growing startups from zero to 5 million.

📚 Johnny's hunger for knowledge is infectious! Discover how his challenging upbringing fuelled his love for learning and why he believes knowledge is key to navigating the toughest of times.

👥 But it's not all smooth sailing. Johnny sheds light on the systemic challenges within the sector and calls for more checks and balances. What changes does he envision for the startup ecosystem? Tune in to find out!

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