Steve engages in a candid conversation with former world champion boxer George Groves about George's boxing career, his thoughts on past fights, the business side of boxing, and the potential of coming out of retirement for the right opportunity. George shares insights into the financial aspects of boxing, reflecting on his own career earnings and the differences in pay between fighters. The conversation also touches on the current trend of exhibition matches in boxing, such as Mike Tyson...

Steven talks once more to former footballer and free-speech advocate, Matt Le Tissier about the impact of money on football, the evolution of the game, the influence of social media, and the current state of English football. Matt shares his views on heading in football, the dangers of a cashless society, and his concerns about the direction of the UK government. The episode also delves into political figures like Donald Trump and Joe Biden, as well as the importance of free speech in...

Steven talks to current world champion Chris Billam-Smith about various aspects of Chris's career, including his nickname "The Gentleman," his training regimen, sparring experiences, and thoughts on potential future fights. Chris shares insights on the importance of authenticity in the sport, the business side of boxing, and the challenges of maintaining motivation as a world champion. The discussion also touches on the dynamics of heavyweight boxing, potential matchups, and the balance...

Steven talks to Tom Jaconelli, the director of Romans International, a renowned luxury supercar dealership, about the various aspects of the high-end car industry, including the intersection of art, investment, and passion for supercars. Tom shares insights on the evolving trends in the market, the distinction between supercars and hypercars, and the unique characteristics of different luxury car brands Key Takaways The focus is on fine-tuning and evolving the business to become better...

Steven talks to bodyguard-to-the-stars, businessman and martial arts guru, Matt Fiddes, about his background as a child and his experience with bullying, his journey as a young entrepreneur and property investor, and his affiliation with high-profile figures such as Michael Jackson. Matt shares his personal story of being bullied as a child and how it ultimately motivated him to pursue martial arts and become successful. He also discusses his friendship with Michael Jackson and his role as a...

Simon Newton is a former close protection officer who worked for celebrities such as Michael Jackson, Kendall Jenner, and Rita Ora. He has now transitioned into acting & modelling.   He talks about his career journey from the military and...

Tyler Denny is a 32-year-old professional boxer from England. Tyler has an impressive record of 18 wins and currently holds the title of European Champion. He was formerly the English Middleweight Champion.   Tyler discusses his career and...

Liam Davies, 27 year old undefeated British and European Champion boxer from Telford currently at 15 fights with 7 KOs.   Steve interviews Liam about his boxing career journey so far. They discuss his family history in the sport, the challenges he's faced on his path, and his goals of becoming a world champion in 2024.   Key Takeaways Liam's family history and background in boxing from a young age The struggles and challenges he's faced both inside and outside the ring His motivations...

Cyrus Rafi, also known as Pasha, is a professional MMA fighter originally from Iran who had to flee his country for his safety. He now lives and trains in the UK.   Steven interviews Pasha about his journey from Iran, where he faced persecution for training women in martial arts, to eventually seeking asylum in the UK. Pasha discusses the hardships he endured, including being attacked and having to flee on dangerous boat trips. He overcame adversity through his determination and positive...

In this episode of The Steven Sulley Study, former Thomas Cook CEO Terry Fisher shares incredible stories from his rags-to-riches journey, from founding his first small business to raising £500 million in under an hour.    KEY TAKEAWAYS: - Passion and belief in your vision can overcome any lack of traditional qualifications - An entrepreneur must be willing to constantly challenge the status quo  - Surrounding yourself with a strong team allows a leader to focus on long-term strategy   ...

Sean Conway has had an incredible career pushing the limits of human endurance and setting numerous world records. Conway discussed his journey from portrait photographer to extreme athlete, including how he overcame being hit by a car during a record attempt and went on to complete a 4,200 mile triathlon.   Steve and Sean discuss his record of 105 Ironman triathlons back-to-back, they explored the challenges of fueling and recovering his body at that level of exertion. Overall the...

Zac Alsop, the YouTuber known for sneaking into high profile events and taking exotic animals to luxury hotels.   Zac talks about his viral YouTube videos and the business behind being a content creator. They discuss what makes a viral video, Zac's experience sneaking into Conor McGregor's dressing room before a big fight, and how to stay consistent with your audience over time.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Thumbnails are extremely important for getting clicks and engagement.  Authenticity and not...

David Smith MBE, Paralympian gold medalist and cyclist who has battled a spinal cord tumour for 13 years through multiple surgeries.   In this episode, Steve Sally interviews David Smith about living with a recurrent spinal cord tumour for over a decade. David discusses the various surgeries, recoveries, and ways he has adapted his lifestyle and mindset to continue competing in sports and living life to the fullest despite facing mortality on a regular basis.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Living in...

Chay and Tyler are the founders of Harper Charles, a luxury interior design company based in the UK. They have worked with high-profile clients including footballers and celebrities. At just 27 years old, they have built the business into a successful brand.   In this episode, Chay and Tyler share the story of how they went from friends to business partners when starting Harper Charles seven years ago. They discuss the challenges of entering the luxury market as young entrepreneurs and how...

Jeremy Miner is the founder and Ex-CEO of Seventh Level, a global sales training firm.   Jeremy shares details about his successful 17-year sales career earning over $33 million and strategies he teaches others. We discuss why traditional sales techniques are often ineffective and stress improving skills over call volume. Jeremy also explains how to communicate with prospects to get them to open up rather than feel sold to.   Key Takeaways Why traditional sales techniques like being...

Pete Cohen is a motivational speaker and mindset coach who has worked with athletes and teams including Arsenal Football Club.   He discusses his approach to coaching teams versus individuals. Pete also shares the hard story of losing his wife earlier this year and how he has bounced back.   KEY TAKEAWAYS It's important to get past egos when coaching teams. You need to focus on collective goals. A winning culture comes from players wanting to succeed for each other and their coach.   ...

Kyle Christie was on the reality television show Geordie Shore.   This episode Kyle spoke about his time on Geordie Shore and how it helped launch his entrepreneurial career. He discusses how he invested the money he earned from the show into property and businesses. The struggles of being in the public eye and how that affects his day to day life. Kyle also speaks on his future plans to move overseas to have a better life for him and his family.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Use reality TV fame as a...

Luke Remington and Simon Baker are the founders of Haus & Haus, a Dubai real estate agency that makes multi million pounds in annual revenue. They started the company in 2013 and have since grown to over 300 employees.   This episode they discuss the early challenges of starting their business, their focus on developing a strong company culture, and their vision to continue expanding Haus & Haus across Dubai and the Middle East region.   Key Takeaways The importance of...

Brad Pickett is a retired MMA fighter in the UFC he was known as "One Punch" due to his ability to knock people out.   Steve and Brad discuss his fighting career and views on combat sports. He shared his perspectives on differences between UFC and Bellator. Pickett also talks about what defines success to him.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Developing toughness and resilience in combat sports Being famous doesn't change who you are, good or bad The benefits and risks of sparring in combat sports   ...

Liam Williams is a Welsh boxer who has over 20 wins as a professional boxer and has fought some top names like Chris Eubank Jr and Liam Smith.   In the interview, Williams discusses his background growing up in Wales and working as a roofer before becoming a boxer. He talks about training under Dominic Ingle and then moving to Adam Booth's gym. Williams also analyses his fights against Eubank Jr and Smith in detail.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Liam’s background as a roofer helped build the...

Liam McGarry is a former rugby player and footballer who became paralysed from the waist down at age 21. He is now a champion powerlifter representing Great Britain.   They discuss Liam's journey from being an athletic young man to suddenly becoming paralysed. He talks about his long recovery, discovering powerlifting, and smashing British records.   Key Takeaways: Maintaining a positive mindset and finding solutions instead of making excuses can help overcome challenges. Small daily...

Mick Conlan is an Irish professional boxer from Belfast, Northern Ireland. He competes in the featherweight divisions and has challenged for two world titles.   Conlan discusses his career progress since their first podcast in 2021, including his two world title fights.  He talks about training camps, sparring partners, coaches and considering retirement after his last loss. Conlan discusses his plans to become world champion and potential routes there.   Key Takeaways: Sacrifice...

Nathaniel Wood is a UFC featherweight fighter from London who is currently on a 3 fight win streak and aiming to challenge for the UFC Featherweight title within the next 2 years.   In this episode, Nathaniel discusses his journey from starting boxing at a young age to making it to the UFC. He shares insights into the financial realities of being a UFC fighter and building a brand outside of the octagon. Nathaniel also offers his thoughts on various UFC personalities and events.   KEY...

Ash Dykes, extreme explorer of remote regions, set 3 world first records including solo treks across Mongolia and Madagascar, and running the Yangtze River. He discusses his most harrowing adventures battling nature's dangers and narrow escapes with near-death illnesses.   Key Takeaways The importance of determination and hard work The preparation, planning and risk mitigation needed for extreme adventures Cultural experiences Ash had on his journeys that gave him valuable insights into...