re:WORKING with Tim Campbell

Russell Kane: Confidence, Fear and Faking It Till You Make It

re:WORKING with Tim Campbell

Show Notes

Have you ever let self-doubt hold you back?

In this episode, stand-up comedian Russell Kane reveals the secret to building confidence.

Russell has followed a very non-linear career path, and tried his hand at everything from copywriting to stand-up comedy, and creative strategy to book writing. He is now the co-founder of a supplements business, and is trying his hand at acting on stage.

Tim and Russell discuss:

His journey to success: working his way from a council estate to a celebrity lifestyle

Why he likes ideas that don’t make sense

How businesses like Red Bull think differently

Russell’s ‘river jumping’ technique to come up with new ideas

The negative impacts of playing status games

His ADHD diagnosis

Why he and his wife launched a supplement business

If you’re looking for new, alternative routes to success, this episode offers real stories, ideas and examples to inspire your next move.

Credits: Podcast Content Producer - Jon Weeks Camera Operator - Garry Brown Senior Video Producer - Elena Cotton Social Media Producer - Adeola Oladeji Social Media Agency - Your Social Currency Talent Booker - Jo Sheinman Designer - Ben Watkins Production Assistant - Emily Spungin Production Manager - Sarah Nicholls Executive Producer - Finn Ryan Head of Production - Cat Moran Chief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave

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