Roy Ledgister: The Millionaire Mentor who didn't get the memo

The common view is that business people are just... different.
They have things figured out. They're in an exclusive world of
VCs and angels. Or are they? One man has made it his mission to
break down barriers and show that anyone can become an
entrepreneur.


Roy Ledgister, founder of proptech investment firm Convivia
Group, grew up in Shepherd's Bush and relied on free schools in
his youth. He started a car wash business at 14 and, after doing
his law degree, became the UK's youngest senior partner at the
tender age of 24. After leaving the Bar, Roy was part of the team
that created Caridon Holdings LLP and then went on to found
Convivia Group.


Despite his success, Roy maintains that he "never got the memo"
that he shouldn't be able to achieve so much from his humble
beginnings. Instead, he says that that's the very reason for his
drive and success and he's keen to spread the word to people from
disadvantaged backgrounds.


In this exclusive interview, we discuss procrastination, "not
getting the memo", turning perceived weaknesses into strengths
and much more.


Here's what we discussed:





Can you tell us about your journey to founding Convivia?
(00:56)

Is there something in particular that makes people from
disadvantaged backgrounds better entrepreneurs? (09:51)

What are some of the barriers that young disadvantaged people
face in getting into the business? (12:15)

Is there a way to get people from more diverse backgrounds
into business and positions of power to show younger generations
that this can be achieved? (15:59)

How can procrastination be debilitating? (19:34)

Do you think a positive, resilient mindset is something
you're born with or can it be taught? (30:07)

What is the power of being altruistic and giving back as a
successful business person? (31:43)

Answer the Internet: During a typical work day, are lawyers
always busy? (36:30)

What makes a great business leader? (38:06)






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