Grace Beverley: How To Build A Multi-Million Pound Empire At 24 | E69

In this episode of The Diary of a CEO, Steven Bartlett interviews Grace Beverley, who built a multi-million pound business empire by age 24. The conversation opens with a discussion of the confidence required to pursue such an uncertain career path. Grace reflects on how she overcame self-doubt and societal expectations to launch her ventures, navigating the inherent risks of entrepreneurship at a young age without guaranteed success. Steven then explores the emotional toll of being discredited for her accomplishments. Grace addresses how she has handled public skepticism, criticism about her work ethic, and people attributing her success solely to luck or existing privilege rather than her actual effort and strategic decisions. This topic transitions into a broader discussion about the sacrifices demanded by building a business. Grace opens up about the personal costs of entrepreneurial success, including the impact on her relationships, the pressure to constantly perform, and the difficulty of maintaining work-life balance. The episode shifts to mental health, with Grace discussing how success has affected her psychological wellbeing and the specific stressors unique to young female entrepreneurs in the public eye. The conversation then moves to relationships as a young successful woman, where Grace shares the complications of dating, maintaining friendships, and building meaningful connections while being a high-profile entrepreneur. Steven asks how success has changed her as a person, and Grace reflects on how wealth and achievement have transformed her personality, values, and outlook on life. The discussion expands into her perspective on working culture, where she shares insights about toxic workplace dynamics, productivity, and what she believes constitutes healthy professional environments. A significant portion focuses on her decision to step back from social media, with Steven questioning whether this withdrawal represented letting negativity win. Grace articulates her reasoning for reducing her social media presence and how this decision has affected her business and mental health. The conversation continues with Grace identifying her strengths in business, followed by an honest assessment of areas where she struggles or lacks competency. An interesting segment covers Instagram specifically, discussing how the platform has evolved and its current role in her business strategy. Grace addresses major regrets from her entrepreneurial journey, offering candid reflection on decisions she would change. She also discusses her upcoming book and any anxieties surrounding its release. Finally, Steven explores how Grace manages the overwhelming influx of business ideas and creative impulses, seeking strategies she uses to prioritize and execute effectively among countless opportunities.