Listen "Do You Need a Degree To Be A Successful Entrepreneur? Our Honest Answer"
Episode Synopsis
The university vs real-world debate has a clear winner, right? Nope! It doesn't. This episode digs into whether formal education or street-smart hustle builds better entrepreneurs.From football dreams to full-time business owners on the Gold Coast, we share our completely different journeys - one of us with a degree, the other without. What lessons did we learn? What failures did we face? And most importantly, do you really need a degree to become a successful entrepreneur?Whether you’re 18 and wondering what’s next, stuck in a job you hate, or ready to go all-in on your own business, you’ll discover:✅ What university actually gives you (and what it doesn’t)✅ The skills real life teaches that uni can’t✅ The mindset you need to make it as an entrepreneur✅ How to build confidence, resilience, and a business without formal qualifications✅ The cost of not learning in 2025 (hint: it's more than student debt)✅ What we’d do differently if we were 18 againIf you're questioning the education system, your career path, or your ability to “make it” without a degree, this one’s for you.Key Moments00:06:20 Moving to Australia00:14:40 Learning Resilience Through Shit Jobs00:23:40 The Degree Debate00:27:00 Which Path Builds More Confidence00:32:40 Network and Opportunity00:43:00 University Dropout Statistics00:49:20 Teaching Kids Real Business Early00:58:00 Do You Really Need a Degree- 👉Connect with ushttps://www.instagram.com/twoblokesonebusinesshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/two-blokes-one-business-podcast-Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL. HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business? Get in touch with Adam, Harvey, and the team at HARWELL. https://www.harwellconsulting.com.au/