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Jan 2025
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Sara Davies on Dragons’ Den Secrets and ...

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Sara Davies is a brilliant entrepreneur, TV personality, and founder of Crafter's Companion, a leading arts and crafts business. Known for her infectious energy and no-nonsense advice, Sara has inspired countless people with her journey from a small-town girl to a global business leader.


In this episode, Jake and Damian dive into Sara’s insights on balancing work, family, and ambition. She reflects on the importance of emotional intelligence in business and why it’s often the secret ingredient to winning. From hard work to navigating self-doubt and imposter syndrome, Sara shares how leaders can build successful businesses by developing the people around them and staying true to their values.


Sara also opens up about her personal journey, including her experience on Strictly Come Dancing and how it challenged her in unexpected ways. She candidly discusses her husband’s sacrifices to support her career and what parenting looks like when you’re juggling multiple roles as a business owner, TV star, and mother.


This episode is packed with relatable advice, real-life stories, and a fresh perspective on what it takes to succeed in business and life.


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