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Patricia Bright: How She Made Her Millions | E91

Patricia Bright: How She Made Her Millions | E91

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This weeks episode entitled Patricia Bright: How She Made Her Millions’ topics 0:00 Intro 2:16 Your early years 18:53 Feeling out of place 26:33 Turning your hobby into a job 31:24 How did you find the confidence to shift careers 35:29 Being an influencer 37:41 Being a woman on social media 47:06 Finances - your new project 52:30 Whats it like working with your husband? 57:54 Your stalker 01:03:16 Whats next for you? 01:07:36 The underlying principles that made you successful Patricia: - https://www.instagram.com/thepatriciabright/?hl=en - https://twitter.com/pattyolovesu?lang=en - https://youtube.com/c/PatriciaBright Listen on: Apple podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-diary-of-a-ceo-by-steven-bartlett/id1291423644 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7iQXmUT7XGuZSzAMjoNWlX FOLLOW ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steven/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveBartlettSC Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-bartlett-56986834/ Sponsors: https://uk.huel.com Fiver.com/ceo

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0:00 - 2:05
2:05 duration352 words

Patricia Bright's Inspiring Journey

In this segment, Patricia Bright shares her remarkable story of growing up with a Nigerian mother who worked tirelessly to provide for her family. She reflects on her childhood experiences, including the challenges of having her father deported and how her mother's resilience shaped her own ambitions. Patricia emphasizes the importance of self-belief and the cultural pride instilled in her, which fueled her journey to success.

"this is like a therapy session patricia bryant she's a creator author entrepreneur with an incredible story growing up my mum should take us to offices to clean the offices and we'll go to school and ..."

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2:05 - 4:14
2:08 duration359 words

The Impact of Cultural Upbringing

Patricia discusses the influence of her Nigerian heritage on her upbringing, highlighting the passion and intensity that comes with it. She reflects on how her mother's work ethic and determination instilled a sense of confidence in her, allowing her to pursue her dreams without limitations. This segment explores the cultural values that shaped Patricia's identity and her approach to challenges.

"i hope nobody's listening but if you are then please keep this to yourself yes we share one big similarity with our childhoods in the fact that we both had nigerian mothers we do we do yeah i didn't k..."

3
4:14 - 6:21
2:07 duration461 words

Facing Trauma and Building Resilience

In this emotional segment, Patricia recounts the traumatic experience of her father's deportation when she was just six years old. She reflects on how this event impacted her sense of safety and security, leading to a fear of loss that drives her work ethic today. Patricia shares her journey of self-reflection and therapy, uncovering how her past experiences have shaped her motivations and fears.

"and i think that that's really made me do a lot of things that supposedly i shouldn't be able to do but that kind of upbringing made me be like no i can do it it's fine it was always fine i watched my..."

4
6:21 - 8:54
2:32 duration510 words

The Role of Hard Work and Opportunity

Patricia discusses the concept of opportunity in the context of her upbringing and her mother's journey. She emphasizes the importance of hard work and the belief that England is a land of opportunity for those willing to strive for success. This segment highlights the contrast between privilege and the drive to succeed, as Patricia reflects on her mother's sacrifices and achievements.

"work hard i think she knew that she had a lot of opportunity while being here and she'd be trained and she she became a nurse and then she bought properties and then she retired in her 40s like i love..."

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8:54 - 12:02
3:07 duration586 words

Understanding Privilege and Support

In this thought-provoking segment, Patricia explores the different types of privilege and how they affect individuals' opportunities. She reflects on her own financial privileges alongside the emotional support she received from her mother. Patricia emphasizes the importance of recognizing that not everyone has the same support system, which can significantly impact their ability to succeed.

"something even if that lesson was wrong that's where i think about it i'm like that must have taught you something about the nature of life because at five years old you're learning what the world mea..."

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12:02 - 14:46
2:44 duration514 words

Navigating Education and Career Choices

Patricia shares her educational journey, including her initial interest in fashion marketing and the eventual shift to accounting and finance. She discusses the pressures of pursuing a 'practical' career path as an African child and how her desire for financial stability influenced her decisions. This segment highlights the balance between passion and practicality in career choices.

"so my first thought is like i roll like oh there you go moaning or complaining but i also realized that there's so many different types of privileges that people have that can actually provide them li..."

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14:21 - 16:38
2:16 duration454 words

The Impact of Family Dynamics

In this segment, Patricia reflects on her father's deportation and the challenges her family faced during that time. She discusses her mother's resilience in managing the court case to bring him back and how this experience shaped her understanding of family responsibilities and emotional support.

"basis that you purely on that basis i didn't love my course and then when they were doing internship opportunities they were paying interns 8k a year 10k a year and like graduate starting salaries wer..."

8
16:38 - 18:10
1:32 duration297 words

Rebuilding Relationships

Patricia describes the awkwardness of reconnecting with her father after seven years apart. She shares insights into their relationship dynamics, highlighting the stoic nature of her father and how he expressed care through financial support rather than emotional openness.

"um i felt more upset for my mum in that i know how difficult it was for her to like have us and have responsibilities and deal with like managing this court case she managed it her entire self she rep..."

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18:10 - 20:22
2:11 duration399 words

The Importance of Financial Literacy

Patricia emphasizes the pivotal role that understanding finance played in her career trajectory. She discusses the lack of practical financial education and how her early experiences with money management influenced her approach to personal finance and business.

"find dad okay bye like it just it's that checking in which is really i like it i think that's probably also just a male a male issue i think men typically aren't as um emotionally open so they don't b..."

10
20:22 - 22:20
1:58 duration382 words

From Council Estate to Property Empire

In this segment, Patricia shares her mother's journey from living in a council estate to building a property empire. She reflects on how her mother's success inspired her and shaped her understanding of financial opportunities, even while she was a student.

"you know all the top four four companies in the world in finance i worked at merrill lynch and deloitte consulting banks all of that stuff i would have never done that if i'd stayed in fashion when it..."

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22:20 - 24:01
1:40 duration309 words

Finding Community Online

Patricia discusses her transition to blogging and vlogging during her university years, particularly after experiencing a fallout with friends. She highlights how online communities provided solace and connection, leading her to engage with others who shared her interests in beauty and fashion.

"your mom sounds like all right beast she's wild she bought four houses while you're in manchester yeah no how many no three oh well yeah so different yeah yeah but they were and i can't swear they're ..."

12
24:01 - 27:13
3:12 duration615 words

The Journey of Consistency

Patricia reflects on her long-term commitment to creating content on YouTube, emphasizing that her success stemmed from consistency and genuine enjoyment of the process. She compares her journey to that of a painter, highlighting the intrinsic motivation behind her work before it became a source of income.

"a no it wasn't a thing at the time of me like watching youtube and kind of creating on the platform there wasn't actually that many people on there um and so like little artists could go viral and the..."

13
27:32 - 28:26
0:54 duration189 words

Balancing Passion and Profession

Patricia reflects on the challenges of transitioning her YouTube hobby into a full-time job. She discusses the struggle to maintain her passion for content creation while navigating the pressures of monetization and the potential loss of intrinsic motivation.

"oh i find it really hard to kind of balance the fact that this thing that was my my escape is kind of like my job now there's we i was talking to one of the guests on the podcast a couple of weeks ago..."

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28:26 - 30:09
1:42 duration328 words

The Importance of Sustainable Goals

In this insightful discussion, Patricia and Steven explore the concept of sustainable goals versus superficial ones. Patricia shares her personal journey of redefining success and how focusing on long-term habits has positively impacted her life and fitness journey.

"tough isn't it it's really tough because people are like oh my god like what privileged conversation it's not because like say imagine someone's like a a dart player or something right but eventually ..."

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30:09 - 31:20
1:11 duration255 words

The Leap to YouTube

Patricia recounts her decision to leave her corporate banking job for a career in YouTube. She explains how careful financial projections and a gradual transition helped her build confidence in her new path, emphasizing the importance of planning and taking calculated risks.

"so critically important you know the thing that had the biggest positive impact on me sticking to the gym has been this change in mindset and i've talked about this extensively on this podcast about h..."

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31:20 - 32:11
0:51 duration165 words

Defining Success

In this segment, Patricia discusses her personal definition of success, which goes beyond social media popularity. She emphasizes the importance of creating meaningful content and monetizing her passions while remaining true to herself.

"have ever created and in terms of the results well they speak for themselves you know we've got two guests that have come to watch this podcast today and sophia i said sophia you know she's she's foll..."

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32:11 - 33:03
0:51 duration169 words

The Journey of Growth

Patricia reflects on her slow and steady growth on YouTube, highlighting that her success came without viral moments. She shares her experience of reaching milestones and the ongoing journey of self-improvement and content creation.

"could i take it and even at that time i had no clue i could get to where i am today but the numbers looked healthy enough so i was like okay i'll take the leap even if i do it for two years it could b..."

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33:03 - 34:25
1:22 duration247 words

The Evolving Definition of 'Making It'

In this thought-provoking discussion, Patricia and Steven explore the shifting nature of success and the concept of 'making it.' Patricia shares her evolving goals and how the journey itself is more significant than any single achievement.

"they're like i do this thing on the internet they're like oh wow it's fine yeah yeah so my mom but yeah so you made that you took that leap into youtube um was there a moment where you think [ __ ] ho..."

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34:25 - 35:39
1:14 duration210 words

The Reality of Being an Influencer

Patricia discusses the complexities of being an influencer, including the pressures to speak on various social issues. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and the challenges of navigating public expectations while staying true to her expertise.

"and what's yours domination what is mine um it's not just being popular on social media that's not my complete definition of success right i think for me it's like creating things that i want to creat..."

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35:39 - 37:00
1:20 duration222 words

Navigating Social Media Expectations

In this segment, Patricia reflects on the unique pressures women face on social media, particularly regarding appearance and public perception. She discusses the double standards that exist and the challenges of maintaining authenticity in a highly scrutinized environment.

"so when people say influence i think there's a little cringe when they say it but i think this concept of being influential is has always been around but it's always been around with the hands of the ..."

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38:03 - 39:26
1:23 duration297 words

The Burden of Representation

Patricia Bright discusses the pressure of being expected to represent her community as a black woman influencer. She reflects on the double standards faced by men and women on social media, particularly regarding body image and success, highlighting the different expectations placed on women compared to men.

"if i don't have a a proper well-rounded view because it's all well people like because i get the same this is how i know you'd get the same people message me and say steve speak on this issue or black..."

22
39:26 - 40:54
1:27 duration274 words

Navigating Gender Standards

In this segment, Patricia Bright elaborates on the societal pressures women face on social media, particularly regarding their appearance and success. She contrasts her experiences with those of male influencers, emphasizing the higher standards women are held to and the scrutiny they endure for expressing confidence.

"how tough it is to be a woman on social media with a big audience it's like the standard of perfection in terms of your like morals what you're posting how you're posting what you're saying is a high ..."

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40:54 - 42:03
1:08 duration171 words

The Male-Dominated Beauty Industry

Patricia Bright highlights the gender disparities in the beauty and fashion industries, noting that many influential figures and brands are male-dominated. She discusses how this affects the representation of women and the standards they are held to, calling attention to the need for more female voices in these spaces.

"different so presuming that your audience is like probably say sixty percent to seventy percent male 1 eighty percent women eighty percent with uh i think women judge men by different standards so wha..."

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42:03 - 43:02
0:58 duration177 words

Celebrating Success as a Woman

Patricia shares her perspective on how her success is perceived differently as a black woman. She discusses the challenges of openly discussing her achievements and financial success, contrasting the reactions she receives with those of her male counterparts, and the cultural expectations surrounding women's success.

"with biology sociology the way in which kind of women interact with men is different to how we interact with each other i wish it was different but i've i've just noticed this like a lot and and the o..."

25
43:02 - 44:52
1:50 duration365 words

The Impact of Financial Transparency

In this segment, Patricia Bright reflects on the societal discomfort surrounding women discussing their financial success. She shares her experiences with sharing her earnings and the mixed reactions she receives, emphasizing the need for women to feel empowered to talk about money and success without fear of judgment.

"being too much um so i can get away with it a little bit more um but i know like there is a little it can be tension when i talk about my numbers too much and i'll definitely get the messages of this ..."

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44:52 - 46:43
1:50 duration350 words

Building a Financial Empowerment Platform

Patricia discusses her passion project, 'The Break,' aimed at empowering women through financial education. She shares her vision for creating tools and resources to help others manage their finances, highlighting the demand for such content and her commitment to making financial literacy accessible.

"how do you respond to that though how do you how does that impact the choices you make and does it impact the choices you make isn't that sad though that yeah it really does so i've moved away from li..."

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46:43 - 48:38
1:55 duration391 words

Transforming Passion into Business

Patricia Bright talks about the evolution of her passion project into a potential business opportunity. She shares her excitement about creating financial tools and resources, including budgeting templates and planners, and her goal to build a web platform that supports financial empowerment.

"um i do want to remain authentic but i understand that showing too much of my success um doesn't always sit well for people and i'm happy to like remove that aspect if that makes people more comfortab..."

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50:28 - 51:39
1:11 duration238 words

Building Financial Tools for Everyone

Patricia Bright discusses her vision for a web platform that offers financial tools and resources. She shares her success with a budgeting template that gained 20,000 downloads in two weeks and the rapid sell-out of a planner. Patricia expresses her excitement about creating more financial resources to help people manage their finances effectively.

"is it going ah this is this is a lot so where's it going so we really want to build out like a web platform which has content but also tools that people can use so one of the things that i created was..."

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51:39 - 52:56
1:17 duration232 words

The Challenge of Scaling a Business

In this segment, Patricia reflects on the challenges of scaling her financial project. She talks about the support from her husband, Michael, and the importance of establishing boundaries while working together. Patricia emphasizes the need for effective communication and the difficulties of managing a business with a partner.

"challenge so as an influencer like i work for brands i make amazing content for them i get nice things but now this is my chance to kind of be a brand and create value more so so it's really like a ne..."

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52:56 - 54:43
1:46 duration329 words

Navigating Work-Life Balance with a Partner

Patricia Bright shares her experiences of working with her husband, Michael, and the complexities that arise from blending personal and professional lives. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries and how they manage to separate work from home life, especially with children involved.

"freelance role so that i could use him when i needed him so he will work as a contractor and i'm like mike i need your help quit your job come and help me and so throughout my entire journey he's been..."

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54:43 - 56:03
1:20 duration275 words

The Impact of Parenthood on Work-Life Balance

In this segment, Patricia highlights how being parents helps her and Michael maintain a balance between work and personal life. She explains how their children force them to switch off from work and focus on family, providing a necessary break from their entrepreneurial endeavors.

"leaving work at work and not bringing that home with you because one thing i came to learn was that the steve bartlett that succeeds in a professional environment that is direct that is it's very clea..."

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56:03 - 57:31
1:27 duration258 words

Cultural Differences in Relationships

Patricia discusses the cultural differences between her and her husband, Michael, and how these differences impact their relationship. She reflects on the challenges of being an entrepreneurial Nigerian woman married to an Englishman and how their contrasting personalities complement each other.

"you know yes amazing and you guys have been together a long time a long time yeah we've been together for 14 14 years yeah and married for like nine years i think yeah nine years yeah i always i alway..."

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57:31 - 1:01:08
3:37 duration694 words

Dealing with a Cyber Stalker

Patricia opens up about her experience with a cyber stalker who harassed her for three years. She describes the emotional toll it took on her and how it influenced her decision to limit the personal content she shares online. Patricia emphasizes the psychological impact of such harassment and the importance of protecting her personal life.

"able to handle that and we're like polar opposite people i'm very like emotional and like let's do this now and he's very logical steady stable and i think that actually is the balance that i've neede..."

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1:01:08 - 1:05:07
3:58 duration763 words

Finding Balance in Fame and Privacy

In this segment, Patricia reflects on her feelings about fame and the public eye. She expresses her desire to create without being the center of attention and discusses the challenges of maintaining a normal life while being a public figure. Patricia shares her thoughts on the balance between personal life and public persona.

"like and there's even like online forums where people like moan about online creators and she would like she or he would go into the forums and be like talking about me so i would stalk my stalker rig..."

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1:05:00 - 1:06:30
1:30 duration352 words

The Double-Edged Sword of Fame

In this segment, Patricia shares her mixed feelings about fame and public attention. She acknowledges the opportunities that come with being in the public eye but expresses her desire to maintain normalcy in her life, highlighting the challenges of being recognized and approached by fans.

"every day and i i go on the underground and some people like you get on the underground i'm like yes it's quicker but i don't want to ever be in a place where i can't get on the underground people are..."

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1:06:30 - 1:08:00
1:30 duration311 words

Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Patricia Bright offers insights into the principles that have contributed to her success. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity, consistency, and embracing one's true self in building a brand. This advice is particularly relevant for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to carve their own paths.

"battling with the fact that there's clearly a reason why i'm i'm here or why i've got this audience and why i people connect with me right and actually maybe it's a good thing that i have no huge desi..."

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1:08:00 - 1:09:30
1:30 duration270 words

The Power of Authenticity

Patricia discusses the significance of authenticity in content creation. She reflects on her journey as a creator, emphasizing that her success stems from being genuine and relatable, rather than conforming to industry standards or trends. This segment highlights the value of staying true to oneself.

"been what are those underlying principles where you say that really is the thing there's no quick route but that thing there is the thing so i think the first thing is leaning into your like authentic..."

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1:09:30 - 1:12:00
2:30 duration492 words

Creating Inclusive Content

In this concluding segment, Patricia and her guest discuss the importance of inclusivity in financial content. They highlight how Patricia's approach makes finance accessible and entertaining, contrasting it with the often elitist tone of traditional financial advice. This segment underscores the need for realness and connection in content creation.

"she's definitely 100 her biggest critic she brings a lot of energy and passion and enthusiasm and stuff so when you watch her you feel good or you feel happy or you feel interested or inspired but som..."