I’m a bit late to the party finding this channel... what a find! It’s never too late, this stuff is inspirational and almost timeless. How do you start as a teen in a back room and build a much loved global brand worth £1b in less than a decade? It’s all here, set out stage by stage. Ben has consistently documented his journey and the result is a bit like your mate updating you on what’s been going on lately. Just start watching the first video, work through them and get inspired. Who said you can’t work hard, create products, build a brand, have fun and stay superfit in the process.
I have always wanted to run my own business so I started watching some you tube vids and stumbled across your stuff. Found everything very inspiring and got some great ideas from watching. I am starting my own brand a little late in life as I am in my late 40s . But I thought if I dint do it I never will.
Ben your content is EPIC! I’ve learned a lot from you over the past few months. *And I’m planning on introducing it to my UA-cam channel soon!* Thanks for the massive amount of value! PS Slack is my favourite business app
this video couldn't have come at a better time. I'm just finishing my uni and have to write a scientific paper about new work/digitalization of work. you really gave me some food for thought with this video since you are an absolute role model in that area. thank you once again, ben.
Thing funniest thing is I originally found your channel 2 yrs ago Ben purely because google autocorrected "Ben Franklin" to your name... and was blown away to learn your HQ (at the time) was 5 mins from me as I live in Redditch lol. Your story is Seriously inspiring.
Great stuff. It's easy to listen to you about these things because your success comes from a legitimate business. Sometimes it's hard to listen to others on UA-cam as it's in the back of my mind that there is some kind of affiliate scheme or sponsorship involved. Your message is authentic and true. Great channel - keep it up.
Another recommendations power bi - the data can be turned into fancy easy to understand charts and is a great package by Microsoft. Your data team will know the package and if they don’t - then they need to be clued up on power bi :-). I work as an information analyst for nhs digital :-)
Would highly recommend Miro for unstructured visual sense-making / frontend design work 📝 Notion for documentation 👀 Miro for visualisation ✏️ Adobe CC for creation 🖥 Keynote for presentation 📲 Slack for communication
Check out Google docs as a level up on Excel. Also there's inkscape which is an open source vector editor as opposed to a bitmap editor like Photoshop. Better for social images, banners, logos etc. imo.
Wondering if you're not using something like Asana at gymshark? Also check out Figma, which is massive for brainstorming. Its kinda like Powerpoint (Keynote) + Illustrator, absolutely love this. I will check out Notion. Keep healthy and grinding Ben!
Hey Ben, you're missing tons of business from NL customers by not redirecting them to the NL store. Right now they're being redirected to the EU store. But the EU store does not have an option to select The Netherlands as shipping destination.
Searching "Gymshark" on Google also has the EU store as first option, so someone will fill their cart on there and then be unable to check out because their country is not listed as a destination. Resulting in them abandoning their order because they assume Gymshark is not available in their country.
Love it, have started using Notion a couple of weeks ago too. Using it truly feels like building something together, no matter how early-stage the idea may be. Something I have not experienced using any other similar type of tool.
Good to know these useful apps, I feel as though my mind is travelling at 100mph so it's hard to get things done. but breaking it down to smaller steps may help me make progressive steps 🙏
Great list, thanks for the video man! Always good to see how you get things done behind the scenes with so much to do. I already use Slack, Excel and Affinity Photo (instead of Photoshop) but now definitely going to check out Notion and Things. Seems to be exactly what I was looking for just yesterday, but found no ideal options...then this video pops up just in time! It's like UA-cam knows...
Ali always talks about being a gymshark athlete lol! Great videos you have been putting out aswell. I’ve been able to learn so much from you and bring things back to my business!
Hi Ben could you maybe make a video showcasing the different apps and websites you developed at the beginning? Would be interesting to see how you actually started.
Thanks for sharing Ben and great edits James. I would love to hear the books that have had the biggest impact on your life, from a business perspective and personal one and what those lessons were ...
What email client do you use? Struggling to find one I love on both desktop and mobile. I have been using THINGS since I first watched this video and it has changed my life! Great video as always Ben 👊
Hi Ben. Just a guy here living in India. I would love to work with/for you and make your business grow in India. The market is still not as saturated as your western markets and the target audience is huge and growing with eacg passing day. This leaves a behemoth opportunity to capture the untapped market. If done right then sky is the limit. Again would love to work for/with such a passionate guy as yourself. Cheers mate.
Ben have you checked out Airtable? You may love it and the automation + sync with other apps for all the processes you use Excel for. It’s live and collaborative
Love your videos and admire your work Ben, thank you for letting us know about your life. Just to tell everyone, they can use Google sheets, its a good enough but simpler version of Excel and great for collaboration. Like, a killer app for running a company. Wish you all the best Ben, I hope you get to the massive IPO or something like that but stay humble ;)
Ben could you do an upload "Top 10 Books I Highly Recommend People Read" when you get some time? And show the books on-screen briefly as you talk about each one if you have it in your home bookcase as seen in this video
For the longest time I thought that video was called "My favourite apps for running" and I was listening to the video in the background while getting ready for the day, and I only clued in at #3 Photoshop where I suddenly though "...what does Photoshop have to do wit running?" BAHAHHAHAHAHA LOL I was so out of it
Hi Ben and Gym Shark Team you should also link your excel to Microsoft Power BI helped me out when expanding in new markets by giving clear analysis into target markets.
Ben Francis Thank you. Watching your content is making want to start a business/wellness podcast - interviewing people like yourself to give insights on overcoming obstacles such as self-doubt and resistance when starting a business
Hi, I’m a college freshman and I’m looking to start a successful company before I graduate. I’m a big believer in gathering data before jumping into a new project, so I was hoping-perhaps quixotically- that you might be willing to provide a few words of insight in answer to the two following questions: 1. If you had to write a hypothetical advice guide for someone serious about investing the time required to start a million dollar company, what would the chapters be? 2. What single factor do you think most helped you succeed as a young entrepreneur- especially in such a short time period- when so many others do not? Best, Michelle
Hey Ben, fantastic video! Can't find the Lecture of Jordan Peterson which you included in the video, do u happen to know which lecture or video that is?
Hi Ben, I am Ben too. I have been a subscriber for quite a while, I am 14 years old and find you very inspiring, my question is how did you come up with the idea?
Hey Ben I’m curious, if your just starting out a business and you feel like the creative type and not the quantitive kind, hoe important should I become in understanding the numbers? I know it’s valuable but Gary v, says we should focus on our strengths but do you think this is something one should definitely take some time to practice and get good at? And how? Have you spent time developing your understanding of finance?
I know you weren't asking me but here's my thoughts if you'd like. I would take a course to help you to understand the fundamentals of the quantitative aspects to your business, like finances etc. My dad owns multiple businesses, and while he hires other people to manage these elements for him, he told me he made sure to learn the basics about those things first. 1st because it's just good info to know if you own a business, but 2nd because it's important to understand those elements of your business so that you don't risk having the wool pulled over your eyes when you hire someone. If you hire someone to do a job that you know nothing about, you won't have any idea whether they're doing a good job of it or not. They might be making amateur mistakes that a hired professional shouldn't be making, but you don't know any better. Also if you're just starting out in a small business, unless you have a big budget already, there's a good chance you won't be able to afford to hire a lot of people, and so much of that work will fall on you until you are able to expand. Hope these ideas help a little!
Hi Ben ! I am a French student in Paris in a business school I and would love to do an internship in your company ! 😍 Is there any way I could transfer you my CV directly or whatsoever, because it would be a really great experience for me, and I am really motivated and willing to work very hard ! I already applied in your careers but I've got no response :/
Thanks for the shoutout :) glad you’re geeking out on notion 😃
please send him free stuff
Ali!!!
Ali Abdaal: New Gymshark model
Big up Ali Abdaal! Love his channel
Awesome brother hard work pays off
Definetly second Notion! It's awesome, I also use it in almost the exact same way for video planning!
Loved this style of video Ben 👏🏻 And yay to the Ali mention 🙌🏻
I’m a bit late to the party finding this channel... what a find! It’s never too late, this stuff is inspirational and almost timeless. How do you start as a teen in a back room and build a much loved global brand worth £1b in less than a decade? It’s all here, set out stage by stage. Ben has consistently documented his journey and the result is a bit like your mate updating you on what’s been going on lately. Just start watching the first video, work through them and get inspired. Who said you can’t work hard, create products, build a brand, have fun and stay superfit in the process.
I have always wanted to run my own business so I started watching some you tube vids and stumbled across your stuff. Found everything very inspiring and got some great ideas from watching.
I am starting my own brand a little late in life as I am in my late 40s . But I thought if I dint do it I never will.
That is great to hear, good luck Dean!
If Ali is watching this video he will be extremely happy as he always talks about becoming a Gymshark athlete.
Yeah, that what I was thinking hahahahha Maybe they are in conversations :D
😂😂😂
Ali commented on this video.
Video Idea: Your favorite books (business/mindset)
please Ben!!
Im sure he reads Simon sinek
Absolutely love videos like this, would love to see a video on how someone in your position manages your inbox in Outlook
Really glad you enjoyed and thanks for the idea!
I love your business. You made it
I wonder how you market
@@BenFrancis any update on the "How I Manage My Outlook Email Inbox" video? and when it will be uploaded on this channel
All of the apps and programs are very useful thank you for sharing. Gymshark keeps growing a getting better💯
No problem, glad you like them and thank you for the support! :D
Ben your content is EPIC! I’ve learned a lot from you over the past few months.
*And I’m planning on introducing it to my UA-cam channel soon!*
Thanks for the massive amount of value!
PS Slack is my favourite business app
It makes a difference having you a successful entrepreneur sharing tools for others that speaks volume about you, your work ethic and business mindset
Love this style of content. Super informative mate, smashed it again Ben. Onto the next one!
Thanks Ben, it will help me to organize myself better around here
Thanks for the advice Ben loving the social distance videos. Bought some gym shark shorts, jacket and joggers couldn’t be happier with them !!
this video couldn't have come at a better time. I'm just finishing my uni and have to write a scientific paper about new work/digitalization of work. you really gave me some food for thought with this video since you are an absolute role model in that area. thank you once again, ben.
Glad I could help, good luck with the end of your course! :D
as an aside to the apps.... The 3D printed Visor frames for the NHS is superb.
Also - the boosted board - love it.
Thing funniest thing is I originally found your channel 2 yrs ago Ben purely because google autocorrected "Ben Franklin" to your name... and was blown away to learn your HQ (at the time) was 5 mins from me as I live in Redditch lol. Your story is Seriously inspiring.
Great stuff. It's easy to listen to you about these things because your success comes from a legitimate business. Sometimes it's hard to listen to others on UA-cam as it's in the back of my mind that there is some kind of affiliate scheme or sponsorship involved. Your message is authentic and true. Great channel - keep it up.
Another recommendations power bi - the data can be turned into fancy easy to understand charts and is a great package by Microsoft. Your data team will know the package and if they don’t - then they need to be clued up on power bi :-). I work as an information analyst for nhs digital :-)
Glad your back on UA-cam. Cant wait for the gymshark sale
Would highly recommend Miro for unstructured visual sense-making / frontend design work
📝 Notion for documentation
👀 Miro for visualisation
✏️ Adobe CC for creation
🖥 Keynote for presentation
📲 Slack for communication
Check out Google docs as a level up on Excel. Also there's inkscape which is an open source vector editor as opposed to a bitmap editor like Photoshop. Better for social images, banners, logos etc. imo.
Wondering if you're not using something like Asana at gymshark?
Also check out Figma, which is massive for brainstorming. Its kinda like Powerpoint (Keynote) + Illustrator, absolutely love this.
I will check out Notion.
Keep healthy and grinding Ben!
What a video! The info is so clearly presented. Huge fan of Notion and Ali, but you've given me a push to start using Things!
Great to hear Joe, thanks for giving the video a watch!
Hey Ben, you're missing tons of business from NL customers by not redirecting them to the NL store. Right now they're being redirected to the EU store. But the EU store does not have an option to select The Netherlands as shipping destination.
Searching "Gymshark" on Google also has the EU store as first option, so someone will fill their cart on there and then be unable to check out because their country is not listed as a destination. Resulting in them abandoning their order because they assume Gymshark is not available in their country.
Love it, have started using Notion a couple of weeks ago too. Using it truly feels like building something together, no matter how early-stage the idea may be. Something I have not experienced using any other similar type of tool.
Good to know these useful apps, I feel as though my mind is travelling at 100mph so it's hard to get things done. but breaking it down to smaller steps may help me make progressive steps 🙏
Could you do a video on how you structure your notion? Would be really interested to see it
Great list, thanks for the video man! Always good to see how you get things done behind the scenes with so much to do.
I already use Slack, Excel and Affinity Photo (instead of Photoshop) but now definitely going to check out Notion and Things. Seems to be exactly what I was looking for just yesterday, but found no ideal options...then this video pops up just in time! It's like UA-cam knows...
Ali always talks about being a gymshark athlete lol! Great videos you have been putting out aswell. I’ve been able to learn so much from you and bring things back to my business!
Also big respect for printing visors for the NHS!
Good stuff as always my friend. Completely agree with Photoshop and Excel. Time to take a look at Notion!
Hi Ben could you maybe make a video showcasing the different apps and websites you developed at the beginning? Would be interesting to see how you actually started.
Please do a video on the books that helped you build and grow gym-shark. Thank you
Thanks for sharing Ben and great edits James. I would love to hear the books that have had the biggest impact on your life, from a business perspective and personal one and what those lessons were ...
Great suggestion! There may be something like that on the way in the future.....
@@BenFrancis Looking forward to it !
@@BenFrancis "Top 10 Books I Highly Recommend People Read"
Why am i watching this video now 😭😭
@riskymagic_11 @riskymagic
@benfrancis Day, month or even your year, Friends Theme Sound Reference lol 6:19
What email client do you use?
Struggling to find one I love on both desktop and mobile.
I have been using THINGS since I first watched this video and it has changed my life!
Great video as always Ben 👊
Hi Ben. Just a guy here living in India. I would love to work with/for you and make your business grow in India. The market is still not as saturated as your western markets and the target audience is huge and growing with eacg passing day. This leaves a behemoth opportunity to capture the untapped market. If done right then sky is the limit. Again would love to work for/with such a passionate guy as yourself. Cheers mate.
As always amazing videos Ben and highly motivating and inspirational.
I appreciate that!
Ben have you checked out Airtable? You may love it and the automation + sync with other apps for all the processes you use Excel for. It’s live and collaborative
Love your videos and admire your work Ben, thank you for letting us know about your life. Just to tell everyone, they can use Google sheets, its a good enough but simpler version of Excel and great for collaboration. Like, a killer app for running a company. Wish you all the best Ben, I hope you get to the massive IPO or something like that but stay humble ;)
Another great video, thanks for the insight into how you and Gymshark work
Thanks James!
Ben could you do an upload "Top 10 Books I Highly Recommend People Read" when you get some time? And show the books on-screen briefly as you talk about each one if you have it in your home bookcase as seen in this video
Just caught up on your last 3 videos (the last 6 months have been a little crazy) o much insight and inspiration. Thank you!
Your videos have so much value and character - Absolutely love it!
Thank you! Glad you like them!
Such great content and video to learn from as someone who is just starting up a business 🙌🏻
Thanks Maja! Good luck with the business, keep me updated on how it is going! :D
Thanks for the video Ben and James! Definitely agree on the choices!
Our pleasure, thanks for watching!
For the longest time I thought that video was called "My favourite apps for running" and I was listening to the video in the background while getting ready for the day, and I only clued in at #3 Photoshop where I suddenly though "...what does Photoshop have to do wit running?" BAHAHHAHAHAHA LOL I was so out of it
Great! Would like to suggest to use Salesforce instead of excel for data insights about your business..
Thanks Ben! Valuable info. I appreciate your content every time :D
You should read a chapter of Proverbs everyday! Its absolutely brilliant and I highly recommend 👌 🤙
Thanks for sharing! Big fan of Slack, and really like how you're using it!
This was super helpful! Thank you Ben! 🙌🏻
Hi Ben and Gym Shark Team you should also link your excel to Microsoft Power BI helped me out when expanding in new markets by giving clear analysis into target markets.
Thanks for this video. So enlightening on how you run your business. Super inspired 🙌🏾
You're welcome, and thank you for watching!
Ben Francis Thank you. Watching your content is making want to start a business/wellness podcast - interviewing people like yourself to give insights on overcoming obstacles such as self-doubt and resistance when starting a business
A huge congratulations on this video Ben. Your editing is ever improving. Enjoyed it. Keep at it mate
Thanks for sharing, Ben. Have a nice day.
Thanks for taking the time to make this videos. Your tutorials are really useful
No problem Erwin, glad you like them!
Yo! Loved this. Notion's the move for sure 💪
Who recognized Jordan Peterson’s Voice ?
William the G I recognized his face, too
@@louismart 😂
Hi,
I’m a college freshman and I’m looking to start a successful company before I graduate. I’m a big believer in gathering data before jumping into a new project, so I was hoping-perhaps quixotically- that you might be willing to provide a few words of insight in answer to the two following questions:
1. If you had to write a hypothetical advice guide for someone serious about investing the time required to start a million dollar company, what would the chapters be?
2. What single factor do you think most helped you succeed as a young entrepreneur- especially in such a short time period- when so many others do not?
Best,
Michelle
Great video! Time to start using some new apps
I use ClickUp and Microsoft OneNote for organising projects and lists. Never tried Notion, looks similar to ClickUp.
Hey Ben, fantastic video! Can't find the Lecture of Jordan Peterson which you included in the video, do u happen to know which lecture or video that is?
Strong one! Would personally add audible as a growth tool :)
Aha Ali is gonna be so chuffed with the shoutout!
Love this video! Thanks so much for sharing!
You're welcome, really glad you enjoyed it!
An inspiration!
These videos are all incredibly well produced
Thank you!!
This video was great ! Thankyou so much for sharing ❤️
You're welcome, glad you enjoyed it!
Love the 22chickennandos slack group! Wonder what’s discussed in there?
So helpful! Great Video!
Hi Ben, I am Ben too. I have been a subscriber for quite a while, I am 14 years old and find you very inspiring, my question is how did you come up with the idea?
1:16 who would’ve known Ben has a “22chickennandos” folder in his gymshark workload 😂
Solid video and editing! 👍
Thanks Afzal, appreciate that!
@@BenFrancis 👊
Have been waiting way too long for content on UA-cam. We want more!
More coming soon, I promise!
Ben Francis looking forward to it brother!
So helpful Ben, Thanks
Cool
Take a look at powerBI, it's a business intelligence tool that lets helps you visualize your data in so many different ways. Highly recommend
Hey Ben I’m curious, if your just starting out a business and you feel like the creative type and not the quantitive kind, hoe important should I become in understanding the numbers? I know it’s valuable but Gary v, says we should focus on our strengths but do you think this is something one should definitely take some time to practice and get good at? And how? Have you spent time developing your understanding of finance?
I know you weren't asking me but here's my thoughts if you'd like.
I would take a course to help you to understand the fundamentals of the quantitative aspects to your business, like finances etc.
My dad owns multiple businesses, and while he hires other people to manage these elements for him, he told me he made sure to learn the basics about those things first.
1st because it's just good info to know if you own a business, but 2nd because it's important to understand those elements of your business so that you don't risk having the wool pulled over your eyes when you hire someone. If you hire someone to do a job that you know nothing about, you won't have any idea whether they're doing a good job of it or not. They might be making amateur mistakes that a hired professional shouldn't be making, but you don't know any better.
Also if you're just starting out in a small business, unless you have a big budget already, there's a good chance you won't be able to afford to hire a lot of people, and so much of that work will fall on you until you are able to expand.
Hope these ideas help a little!
Great video, thanks for the recommendations
No problem, glad you enjoyed the video!
Great video, thanks Ben.
My pleasure!
*A random FRIENDS clip appeared!*
Ali should be on Gym Shark books, geeky brain power Gym Shark model :)
What’s the best tool to manage social media accounts in one place?
If I say “absolutely” as much as you, can I get a sponsorship?
Absolutely
Absolutely
Absolutely
Absolutely... 😂
♥️
Share with you training athletes for swimming exercise
One note and Evernote is just as good as Things but things is nicer for iOS users
Shout out to Ali, came across Notion a couple months ago because of his channel and it is a game changer.
JP is the man
Who wants The Ecom King & Ben Francis To Do A Collaboration 👑⁉️🔥
Hi Ben ! I am a French student in Paris in a business school I and would love to do an internship in your company ! 😍
Is there any way I could transfer you my CV directly or whatsoever, because it would be a really great experience for me, and I am really motivated and willing to work very hard !
I already applied in your careers but I've got no response :/
SO good! Thank you :)
Please tell us wich books are you reading/recommend
Thanks you are so inspiring
awesome apps
Thanks Ben!
What is the difference between Notion and Things ?
Basecamp 3 is a God send