Matthew Walker On Balancing Creative Passion With Financial Freedom

Jeannette sits down with TV presenter Matthew Walker, to pull back the curtain on a career built on charisma and extreme preparation. From his early days as a soap opera actor and theatre trainee to commanding the stage at major music festivals and film premieres, Matthew shares the secrets of audience engagement Beyond the limelight, the conversation explores Matthew’s strategic transition into business and investment, offering a masterclass in building a versatile life that balances creative passion with financial freedom Matthew Reveals Why: Choosing to decline "easy money" and unfulfilling projects is the most vital step in staying aligned with your true career goals. The perceived "gift" of public speaking is actually the result of intense preparation Building multiple revenue streams through property and stock investments allows for the creative freedom to pivot when the industry shifts. Successful communication depends on the subtle difference between talking to an audience versus talking at them. This episode is living proof that no matter where you’re starting from — or what life throws at you — it’s never too late to be brave, bold, and unlock your inner brilliant. Visit ⁠https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/⁠ for free tools, guides and resources to help you take action now 📩 Want extra support? Email ⁠[email protected]⁠ to book your free mentoring session with Jeannette. Let’s make your next move your bravest yet. Website: www.matthewwalker.tv Instagram: @matthewwalkertv LinkedIn: Matthew Walker : https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewwalkertv KEY MOMENTS 03:00 The pivotal transition from acting in soaps to full-time presenting. 05:48 The influence of parental work ethic and growing up in a close-knit family. 10:55 Why Matthew considers himself a better investor than he was an entrepreneur. 15:45 Practical advice on public speaking, including the importance of the first 30 seconds. 24:35 How Matthew handles the pressure of live broadcasting and the necessity of "filling" dead air. CONNECT WITH JEANNETTE: Jeannette’s linktree - ⁠https://linktr.ee/JLinfoot⁠ ⁠https://www.jeannettelinfootassociates.com/⁠ YOUTUBE - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@braveboldbrilliant⁠ LinkedIn - ⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jeannettelinfoot⁠ Facebook - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/jeannette.linfoot/⁠ Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeannette.linfoot/⁠ Tiktok - ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@brave.bold.brilliant⁠ VALUABLE RESOURCES Brave Bold Brilliant - ⁠https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/⁠ Brave, Bold, Brilliant podcast series - ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/brave-bold-brilliant-podcast/id1524278970⁠ ABOUT THE HOST Jeannette Linfoot is a highly regarded senior executive, property investor, board advisor, and business mentor with over 30 years of global professional business experience across the travel, leisure, hospitality, and property sectors. Having bought, ran, and sold businesses all over the world, Jeannette now has a portfolio of her own businesses and also advises and mentors other business leaders to drive forward their strategies as well as their own personal development. Jeannette is a down-to-earth leader, a passionate champion for diversity & inclusion, and a huge advocate of nurturing talent so every person can unleash their full potential and live their dreams. Podcast Description Jeannette Linfoot talks to incredible people about their experiences in business and life, gaining first hand insight into how they unleashed their potential to become Brave Bold Brilliant. From the boardroom tables of big international businesses to the exciting world of entrepreneurs it's all about stepping up to the next level while staying true to yourself. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. ⁠https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/