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At 17 years old, Thomas Robson-Kanu was told his football career might be over.

Instead of accepting it, he researched natural nutrition with his father, created a raw turmeric formula, and went on to play in the Premier League and represent Wales at Euro 2016.

When customers started reporting life-changing results from his homemade blend, he decided to launch The Turmeric Co. When manufacturers said his product couldn't be made at scale, he built his own factory. And when football clubs offered him new contracts, he walked away to build a lasting legacy.

Key Takeaways

• How to pivot when experts tell you your dream is over

• Why building your own manufacturing can be the ultimate competitive advantage

• How to shift leadership styles from "master chess player" to "master gardener" as you scale

• Why over-analysis causes paralysis and how to take immediate action

This episode is powered by Molten Ventures, a leading European venture capital firm backing ambitious founders from seed through growth.Find out more at https://moltenventures.comJoin us at the Festival of Entrepreneurs, 3 and 4 November at the NEC Birmingham.https://festivalofentrepreneurs.co.uk

They Told Me My Football Career Was Over

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