Cat
Hi, guys. My name is Cat, and today we're interviewing Aaron, one of our coaches. So, Aaron, tell us your name, age and where you're from.
Aaron
That's my age.
Cat
There's an uncle, that's why I know! So, I mean, we can put your age down. Everyone can guess your age in the comments.
Aaron
Yeah, that's a good idea. My name is Aaron. Guess my age, and I'm from Nottingham.
Cat
Amazing. And, Aaron, what did you do before working at Blackstar?
Aaron
So, before joining Blackstar, I bounced around quite a few different jobs. I worked in bars, hotels, clubs and cafés. Then, right before I joined, I actually opened a business in property agency.
Cat
Very cool. And what made you move away from a property agency and join Blackstar?
Aaron
Well, firstly, the reason I joined was purely based on flexibility. Since I was quite busy already, I wanted something that could fit around my schedule.
The reason I stayed was that, in the first couple of weeks of being at Blackstar, I was exposed to how broad our business is.
I was able to visit different mentors up and down the UK who were also running their own businesses. I also went to an awards ceremony, which we run once a year, with a black-tie dress code. I quite enjoyed that.
I also started to learn about the opportunity that we offer. After seeing those three things, I made the decision to go all in.
Cat
That's awesome. Can you tell us a little bit more about what you've learned on your journey here at Blackstar?
Aaron
The first thing I've learned is discipline.
You know, staying disciplined consistently, day by day, not just in small bursts.
Secondly, I like to say monetising your communication skills. A lot of people know how to communicate well, but they just haven't monetised it and turned it into a skill that can pay them.
Cat
Great. So, what do you look for in the people that you mentor?
Aaron
Two things: somebody who is positive and somebody who is coachable.
Cat
Okay, nice and easy. What are some of your goals for 2026?
Aaron
The goals for 2026 are to open my own business in this industry and to make loads of money.
Cat
Nothing wrong with that. Perfect. Well, thank you so much, Aaron, and stay tuned for next week. We're going to be interviewing another mentor.