In the latest episode of Beyond the Grade, Andrew Hammond welcomes Sabirul Islam – global motivational speaker, award‑winning entrepreneur and UK bestselling author – for a powerful conversation about unlocking young people’s potential through entrepreneurial thinking.
Sabirul, who launched his first business at just 14, has spent the past two decades inspiring more than a million young people across schools, colleges and universities worldwide. His work focuses on equipping students with the mindset, skills and confidence they need to shape their future career pathways.
During the episode, Sabirul reflects on his early journey as a young entrepreneur. He explores the vital role teachers play in helping young people identify their unique strengths and capabilities that often sit outside the traditional curriculum.
Sabirul also shares his concept of the “Teen‑Trepreneur”: an approach designed to bring entrepreneurial education into the school experience, enabling young people to develop problem‑solving, creativity and financial literacy long before entering the workplace.
This episode highlights the transformative impact educators can have when they help students recognise their potential and build the skills needed to succeed in life, not just in exams. It’s an inspiring conversation for anyone passionate about supporting young people to find their path.
