Mennie Talks Podcast

Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink on the jump to English football and being pushed to his limits by George Graham. Not every manager goes easy, but sometimes that’s exactly what’s needed. 🎙️The full conversation is available now on Mennie Talks.

Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink reflects on growing up, learning the hard way, and the mistakes that come before progress. A reminder that growth isn’t always clean, but it’s necessary📈 The full conversation is available now on Mennie Talks.

Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink gives his verdict on the relegation fight on the latest episode of Mennie Talks 👋

Mennie Talks is officially back — and we’re kicking Season 4 off strong 🔥 This week I’m joined by Premier League Golden Boot winner Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink. From Surinam to Leeds, Chelsea, and the World Cup — this is elite football, mindset, and real-life lessons at the highest level. Full episode is live now. Go watch it 👇

It’s been a minute… but Mennie Talks is back with a bang🔥 First guest of the year? A Premier League footballer who’s also got moves from Strictly Come Dancing🕺 We’ve been on a little hiatus, but trust me, the wait’s been worth it. Big conversations. Bigger names. Massive energy. So… any guesses who I’ve got in the hot seat? 👇

In this episode of Mennie Talks, Reece Mennie sits down with former Premier League striker Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink for a deep, honest conversation about his journey from Suriname to the very top of English football. From growing up in a tight family home in the Netherlands to becoming a Premier League Golden Boot winner, Jimmy reflects on the realities behind the success — the sacrifices, the setbacks, and the mentality it takes to make it. He talks through his early career in Portugal, the brutal step up to Leeds United under George Graham, and the culture shock of English football. We also dive into his time at Chelsea, dressing room standards at elite level, and what separates good teams from truly winning teams. Beyond his playing days, Jimmy shares unfiltered views on modern football culture, Tottenham’s structural issues, Arsenal’s title chances, and who he sees dominating world football in the coming years. He also opens up on financial lessons, life after football, and stepping outside his comfort zone on Strictly Come Dancing. Chapters 00:00 Introduction & early life overview 00:56 Growing up in Suriname & moving to the Netherlands 03:14 Family influence, football beginnings & resilience 07:50 Discovering professional ambition & move to Portugal 12:27 Breaking into English football & adapting to intensity 16:06 Leeds United breakthrough & early Premier League journey 19:20 World Cup selection & international breakthrough 21:38 Adapting to higher levels: tactics, speed & standards 23:55 Chelsea experience & elite dressing room culture 25:16 Winning mentality & Tottenham’s structural issues 32:09 Football predictions: Arsenal, Europe & World Cup 40:43 Money lessons, financial regrets & life advice 43:32 Strictly Come Dancing & life outside football 48:36 Final reflections & closing thoughts If you’re passionate about football, business, and personal development, this is one episode you won’t want to miss. 🔔 Subscribe to Mennie Talks for more inspiring conversations with athletes, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders.

Join Mason, Commercial Lead at HJ Collection, for an exclusive site walkthrough of a 23-unit commercial-to-residential conversion project in Guildford. In this educational site tour, Mason explains both the financial structure and the live construction progress behind the development—offering a clear, behind-the-scenes look at how large-scale conversion projects are planned, delivered, and managed from acquisition through to completion. With a total project cost of approximately £4.7M and a projected Gross Development Value (GDV) of £7.44M, this scheme demonstrates how careful planning, technical delivery, and lifecycle management come together to create long-term value in residential development. 📌 About the Project This scheme transforms a former commercial building into 23 high-quality residential apartments using a “box-in-a-box” construction approach to improve efficiency, acoustics, and tenant comfort. The development also includes a central atrium and passenger lift, ensuring accessibility across all floors and supporting a strong long-term tenant experience. 🔎 Explore the Guildford Development Learn more about this live project here: [https://www.hjcollection.co.uk/developments/guildford] 🌐 Learn More About HJ Collection If you're interested in property development opportunities, investment insight, or following live construction progress: Visit the website: [https://www.hjcollection.co.uk] Follow HJ Collection for project updates and events: Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/hjcollectiondevelopments/] LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/hjcollectiondevelopments] Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/hjcollectiondevelopments/] 🎥 Subscribe to the channel for more site tours, development walkthroughs, and investor education content. 📈 Why This Video Matters Whether you're a property investor, developer, or construction professional, this walkthrough provides practical insight into how complex commercial-to-residential conversions are delivered—from financial modelling through to on-site execution and completion.

We were pleased to host our latest HJ Collection investor roadshow in Canary Wharf, London. The event brought investors together to hear the latest updates from our team, learn more about our developments, and connect in person with the people behind the projects. In this recap video, you’ll see highlights from the evening, including key moments from the presentation, conversations with investors, and the atmosphere from the event. Thank you to everyone who joined us in London — we look forward to welcoming many of you again at our upcoming events throughout 2026. 📍 Location: Canary Wharf, London 📅 Event: HJ Collection Investor Roadshow If you’re interested in attending future events, you can register your interest here: https://www.hjcollection.co.uk/events