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31.07.2025

Episode 4: Simon Sinek on purpose and leadership

Simon Sinek, the best-selling author of Start With Why and Leaders Eat Last, joins Richard Harpin and Graham Ruddick to discuss how to build a successful business. In this show, Richard Harpin, who built Homeserve into a £4.1bn business, explores his nine steps to building a billion-pound business. To find out more about Richard’s nine steps and how to build a successful business you can buy the book How to Make a Billion in 9 Steps at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Make-Billion-Nine-Steps/dp/0349445389 This is a Business Leader podcast hosted by Graham Ruddick and produced by Lucy McPhee. Filmed at Spiritland studios in London Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

31.07.2025

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57 Min.
10.07.2025

Episode 1 with Touker Suleyman

In this new podcast series, Richard Harpin, who built Homeserve into a £4.1bn business, explores his nine steps to building a billion-pound business. In episode one, Richard speaks with Touker Suleyman, the Dragons' Den star, about the first three of his steps. These steps are: -Copy and pivot -Get an investor -Get some coachment To find out more about Richard’s nine steps and how to build a successful business you can buy the book How to Make a Billion in 9 Steps at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Make-Billion-Nine-Steps/dp/0349445389 This is a Business Leader podcast hosted by Graham Ruddick and produced by Lucy McPhee. Filmed at Spiritland studios in London Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10.07.2025

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47 Min.
27. Jan.

Rory Sutherland: The advertising guru's tips to scale your business

Is cost cutting really a strategy or is it quietly holding businesses back? In this episode of the Business Leader podcast, Sir Richard Harpin sits down with advertising and marketing legend Rory Sutherland. Sutherland challenges some of the most deeply held assumptions in modern business, from efficiency and procurement to marketing, pricing, and customer experience – all through the lens of a marketer. Drawing on decades of experience at the advertising group Ogilvy and in behavioural science, Rory explains why an obsession with cost reduction and short-term efficiency can destroy long-term value, and why businesses need to think in terms of opportunity, not just spreadsheets. This episode is essential listening for founders, CEOs and senior leaders who want to grow sustainably without sacrificing innovation, trust, or long-term opportunity. Subscribe for weekly conversations with the thinkers and leaders shaping the future of business. Business Leader is a membership community for ambitious CEOs and founders of mid-sized UK companies, designed to help them grow with purpose through strategic support, peer-to-peer learning, expert coaching, and high-impact events. Sign up for our Business Leader newsletter here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27. Jan.

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43 Min.
04.02.2025

Zenobe: The British unicorn leading the energy revolution

You may not have heard of Zenobe, but it is working on technology that could change the world. Zenobe is a British unicorn - a company valued at $1 billion or more - that is developing technology that will benefit our children and our grandchildren's generations, according to co-founder James Basden. Donald Trump, the US president, may have caused uncertainty for fast-growing technology businesses, but he won't stop the energy revolution. In this episode of the Business Leader Podcast, James Basden joins Graham Ruddick to talk us through the story behind one of the UK's fastest-growing companies and one that could be key to driving long-term economic growth Business Leader is a membership community for ambitious CEOs and founders of mid-sized UK companies, designed to help them grow with purpose through strategic support, peer-to-peer learning, expert coaching, and high-impact events. Sign up for our Business Leader newsletter here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04.02.2025

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44 Min.
17. Feb.

Sam Stoffel and Outplayed: Betting against yourself to make millions

Sam Stoffel is the entrepreneur who founded the matched betting platform Outplayed, taking a punt on the online betting space. He explains to Richard Harpin how he bootstrapped a simple idea into a multi-million pound enterprise by copying and refining existing business models and mastering digital marketing. He shares the leadership lessons he picked up along the way, including the dangers of "shiny object syndrome". The interview explores the technicalities of subscription-based revenue, the risks of rebranding while you scale, and the importance of well-planned delegation. Stoffel also discusses his exit and transition to his latest venture, Subspot, sharing his ambition to scale a globally successful software platform. Business Leader is a membership community for ambitious CEOs and founders of mid-sized UK companies, designed to help them grow with purpose through strategic support, peer-to-peer learning, expert coaching, and high-impact events. Sign up for our Business Leader newsletter here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

17. Feb.

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39 Min.
16.01.2024

How Castore took on Nike and Adidas

Tom Beahon, the co-founder of Castore, explains how he and his brother Phil built a sportswear brand in North West England that is taking on Nike and Adidas. The story begins with Beahon failing to make it as a professional football with his beloved Tranmere Rovers. Castore is now worth nearly £1 billion and makes kits for the England cricket team, Newcastle United and other high-profile teams and athletes. But the journey for this British success story has taken twists and turns… Business Leader is a membership community for ambitious CEOs and founders of mid-sized UK companies, designed to help them grow with purpose through strategic support, peer-to-peer learning, expert coaching, and high-impact events. Sign up for our Business Leader newsletter here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

16.01.2024

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59 Min.
04.10.2022

Chris Donnelly: Workplace culture learnings with 'Britain's best boss'

Chris Donnelly is the co-founder of Lottie, the care home comparison platform that has changed the sector forever. Previously the founder of VERB, a digital marketing agency for luxury and premium brands, Chris has been on the receiving end of numerous accolades, including being named in Forbes’ 30 under 30 in 2020. He hit the headlines across the country for giving staff the day off to go to the pub when the world opened up after a lockdown. But Chris Donnelly has a strong track record of cultivating a positive workplace culture. His employees get time off if they suffer a miscarriage or are going through IVF. Chris is one of the most reflective and open guests we've had on the podcast. This is our conversation with 'Britain's best boss'. Here's what we discussed: What was it like getting the title of 'Britain’s Best Boss'? (01:29)You let men and women alike take time off if they suffer a miscarriage, and you recognise IVF treatment and adoption as times employees can have time off too – why is it important to recognise these moments in the workplace? (02:20)Your business partner is your brother. How has the experience of running a business with a family been for you? (03:51)How do you vet care homes to ensure they aren't just paying lip service to residents? (08:07)Lottie is now valued at £45m and it was founded at the beginning of 2021. What is the secret to scaling so rapidly? (10:38)You recently acquired another company Found for £1.5m. Were there any challenges you faced during this experience? (13:40)Do you have any tips for people going through the process of an IPO? (16:24)You post a lot about workplace culture on LinkedIn. What kind of workplace culture do you try to cultivate and why is it essential for business leaders to consider culture as important? (20:49)Have you experienced backlash from your well-publicised incentives for your employees, such as having the day off after the lockdowns or letting people have time off for IVF treatment? (23:47)Where did you the motivation to start luxury marketing agency VERB? (25:59)You achieved funding for Lottie from some big names – (Angel and Zoopla exec David Wascha and former Airbnb and Facebook Director Caroline Hudack and Monzo founder Tom Blomfield to name a few) – how can listeners attract the attention of big-name investors? (30:11)What is the hardest thing about being a business founder? How have you overcome this challenge? (37:12)Answer the Internet: What do CEOs do all day? (40:08)What makes a great business leader? (41:30) Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and the Business Leader YouTube channel for more interviews with some of the world’s leading business figures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04.10.2022

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44 Min.
26.10.2022

David McQueen: The compassionate provocateur shaping today's leaders

When some people talk in the business world, you can't help but sit up and listen. Whether he's tackling tough subjects or helping leaders through his speaking and facilitating skills, our guest on this episode is a self-proclaimed compassionate provocateur that you need to take note of. David McQueen is the co-founder of the professional coaching company Q Squared and Black Founders Hub, a network for black-owned high-growth businesses. He is a Non-Exec Director for Forbes Family Group and Our Game Football, a public speaker and coach to executive-level leaders and the host of The Brave Leader Podcast. Here's what we discussed: You have an interesting story because you were an accountant and then you went into IT and now you are a business founder and a speaker and coach. Can you tell us a bit about your journey to where you are now? (01:01)You being a charismatic and funny person lends itself to your own public speaking style, and people really relate to your authenticity. Do you think being authentic is important in being a good leader and speaker? (04:40)On your LinkedIn, you post a lot about being your authentic self and being - do you think people should be the same version of themselves at work and out of work? (06:45)What role does self-esteem have in an executive’s ability to lead well? (09:46)How can business leaders recognise their strengths and weaknesses? (12:34)When it comes to resilience, how important is it to have a team that is honest and will give honest feedback? (14:33)How can business leaders navigate the personalities of their team members and manage conflict? (17:10)How important is having the personality type where you don’t take things personally in being a great leader? (20:52)What is the importance of defining a company narrative and values? How can business leaders do this? (25:11)How can business founders ensure they are considering diversity in every business decision and not just paying lip service/tick-box exercise? (28:34)Do we need to speak about race more in a professional setting and how can we speak about these topics? (36:50)Answer the Internet: How is company culture formed? (47:17)What makes a great business leader? (48:45) Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and the Business Leader YouTube channel for more interviews with some of the world’s leading business figures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

26.10.2022

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51 Min.
02.08.2022

George Rawlings and Matt McNeill Love: Founders of Thursday

Thursday. The company that’s stolen a day of the week and reinvented the way that dating apps work. Imagine creating a business model where your product only works one day a week. It’s not exactly the recommended strategy in any business manual but for the past few years, dating app Thursday has taken social media by storm with their viral stunts and unique personality. The company is happy not fitting in with the norm and founders George Rawlings and Matt McNeill Love have serious ambition. If you think you know Thursday and its story, think again. If you’ve never heard of them, it’s time to pay attention. This is an interview you won’t want to miss. In this exclusive interview, we sat down with the founders of Thursday to discuss their fast-growing brand, the funding landscape, their approach to marketing and much more. Here's what we discussed: Could you tell us about your background before setting up Thursday? (00:42)What led you to start a dating app? (03:28)For those who don't know what the app is, could you talk us through the user journey? (07:39)Are you worried that the idea for Thursday doesn't have the longevity you'd hope? (12:38)How have you funded the business to this point, and do you have any tips for people going through the process of raising? (14:53)Could you tell us about your approach to marketing and if it's got you into any hot water? (24:50)How do you generate your marketing ideas? (28:15)How do your personal brands fit into the overall brand identity of Thursday? (29:58)How does the wording and attitude towards marketing compare between the UK and US? (34:10)Everyone’s very quick to claim to be offended. Do people need to chill out more and can brands like yours help achieve this? (36:30)Being co-founders can be tricky. Do you two ever clash? (37:30)Do you worry that you'll lose the energy and vibe you have as the business continues to grow? (38:37)You're still only a year or so in but do you think about an exit or IPO? (39:21)Have you considered other verticals outside of dating, such as business networking? (40:27) Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and the Business Leader YouTube channel for more interviews with some of the world’s leading business figures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02.08.2022

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48 Min.
12.03.2024

Learning from failure

A failed athletics career and an unfulfilled Olympics dream. A successful business. A failed business. Another successful business and a redemption story. This podcast episode could be four stories in one. But remarkably it is one story, which is why it is slightly longer episode of Business Leader than normal. This is the story of John Stapleton. He co-founded the New Covent Garden Soup Company and Little Dish, two successful food businesses. But in between those success stories he suffered a big failure with Glencoe Foods, which he had to close. And before all of that he had dreams of competing in the triple jump at the Olympics. This is a story about how failure can teach you more than success. And how luck - good and bad - will always play a role… Business Leader is a membership community for ambitious CEOs and founders of mid-sized UK companies, designed to help them grow with purpose through strategic support, peer-to-peer learning, expert coaching, and high-impact events. Sign up for our Business Leader newsletter here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12.03.2024

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