The Company Doctor

Gary Gamp & George Clode
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Welcome to The Company Doctor; the podcast that diagnoses business challenges, and prescribes practical, forward-thinking solutions.The show is a biweekly, 25-minute hit of eye-opening, horizon-expanding advice, knowledge and key takeaways to implement straight away - all expertly curated for those at the forefront of leading growth and change within business. From accelerating start-up entrepreneurs and ambitious leaders inspiring teams, to managers implementing growth solutions - wherever you're starting from, we’ll give you the shortcuts and knowledge you need to navigate the ever-changing business landscape, by helping companies improve performance, and people, their careers. https://thecompanydoctor.com/

  1. Coaching without Credentials: how to build authority without a certificate #103

    2D AGO

    Coaching without Credentials: how to build authority without a certificate #103

    Whether we like it or not, the barrier to entry in coaching is non-existent. There is no universal license and no mandatory degree. But if qualifications aren't the thing that makes a leader a credible coach, what is? In this episode, Gary and George break down how to turn experience into authority using a simple 3-step framework: Connect, Challenge, and Commit. Gary shares why most managers fail at coaching (hint: they skip the connection phase), the crucial difference between coaching and mentoring, and the specific "Clarity, Challenge, and Ownership" questions you need to ask to turn an underperformer into an asset. Key takeaways from this episode: The 3 C’s Framework: Connect (build trust), Challenge (ask the hard questions), and Commit (drive action).Is the chicken cooked?: You cannot challenge someone until you have earned the right to do so through connection. If you serve it raw, they will reject it.Coaching vs. Mentoring: A mentor puts experience in (role modeling); a coach pulls answers out (questioning). Know which one your team member needs.The "Side-by-Side" Secret: Difficult conversations are often easier when you aren't face-to-face. Get out of the office, go for a walk, or sit in a car to lower psychological defenses.Send a text Links & references: https://www.thecompanydoctor.com/ Gary Gamp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygamp George Clode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeclode Gary's new book, Career Catalyst - available online now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Career-Catalyst-Secret-Skills-School-ebook/dp/B0DFYVG6XY/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

    33 min
  2. 2026 is won in Q1 #102

    FEB 17

    2026 is won in Q1 #102

    We are coming to you LIVE from the Bike Shed in London's Shoreditch! In this special panel episode, Gary and George are joined by a live audience and four industry heavyweights to tackle the post-Christmas "sludge." We’ve all been there: the year technically starts in January, but the real momentum doesn't kick in until February. How do you accelerate out of the blocks? We discuss the critical difference between strategy and execution, how to mobilize a team before they’ve even left for the holidays, and what to do if your Q1 performance hits the rocks. Featuring an expert panel: Mark Pestridge (EVP & GM, Telehouse Europe) Fiona Richards (Group COO, Aphelia Group) Rich Best (Fractional CRO, & Founder, RW Best Co) Neil Anderson (CEO, Smart Tasking) Key takeaways from this episode: Q1 actually starts in Q4: The most successful leaders set the strategy and communication before the Christmas break, not after.Swerve perfection: Pace beats perfection—don't let the need for consensus slow down decision-making in the critical early months.Don't over-engineer: When asking what not to do, the resounding answer is to avoid over-complicating processes. Keep it simple.The "George Grill": Our panelists face tough questions on keeping the lights on whilst innovating, handling regulatory pressure, and the emergency levers to pull when revenue lags.Send a text Links & references: https://www.thecompanydoctor.com/ Gary Gamp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygamp George Clode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeclode Gary's new book, Career Catalyst - available online now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Career-Catalyst-Secret-Skills-School-ebook/dp/B0DFYVG6XY/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

    30 min
  3. Walk & Talk 7: Escape the Tower - what to do if you're feeling trapped in your career #101

    JAN 27

    Walk & Talk 7: Escape the Tower - what to do if you're feeling trapped in your career #101

    Do you feel like a prisoner in your own job? The door might not actually be locked… Many of us feel imprisoned in our roles, held captive by the "golden handcuffs" of a salary, fear of the unknown, or simply apathy—but are the doors actually locked, or is it all in your mind? Feeling stuck doesn't always mean you have to quit; sometimes you just need to renovate the cell you are in. This week’s ‘Walk & Talk’ podcast episode comes to you from the Tower of London, a historic symbol of imprisonment, to discuss how to break the chains of your career and find your freedom. Key takeaways from this episode: Identify the chains: Understand if you are stuck due to genuine constraints or "invisible" fears like looking bad or losing status.Renovate your cell: You don’t always have to quit to be free; job crafting and internal networking can reshape your current role into something you love.The Pilot Analogy: While hybrid work is great, being invisible can stall your career—if you want to fly the plane, you need to be in the cockpit.It’s never too late: From Ray Kroc to Nokia, history is full of late bloomers and massive pivots. Your timeline is in your hands.Send a text Links & references: https://www.thecompanydoctor.com/ Gary Gamp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygamp George Clode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeclode Gary's new book, Career Catalyst - available online now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Career-Catalyst-Secret-Skills-School-ebook/dp/B0DFYVG6XY/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

    20 min
  4. Demystifying Money & Finance with ‘That Money Guy’: Gabriel Nussbaum #100

    09/30/2025

    Demystifying Money & Finance with ‘That Money Guy’: Gabriel Nussbaum #100

    Financial freedom is simple - don’t let anyone tell you otherwise… Gabriel Nussbaum, better known as ‘That Money Guy’, is a money myth-busting master for the modern age, and he’s our VERY special guest on this 100th episode of The Company Doctor Podcast! Make your money go further, beat the system, and turn your investments into a lifestyle of freedom - join us on this week’s episode now! Key takeaways from this episode: Teach yourself something every monthYou’ll learn best with skin in the gameRip the band-aid off and look behind the scenes at your financesGabriel Nussbaum/That Money Guy:  https://www.instagram.com/gabrielinussbaum/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriel-nussbaum/?originalSubdomain=uk https://www.tiktok.com/@gabriel.nussbaum?lang=en Send a text Links & references: https://www.thecompanydoctor.com/ Gary Gamp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygamp George Clode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeclode Gary's new book, Career Catalyst - available online now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Career-Catalyst-Secret-Skills-School-ebook/dp/B0DFYVG6XY/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

    36 min
  5. Being Ghosted? Here’s Why (and What to Do About It) #99

    09/16/2025

    Being Ghosted? Here’s Why (and What to Do About It) #99

    We’ve all been there: ghosted by a potential client and wondering what went wrong. But radio silence doesn’t have to be the end… Get to the bottom of WHY you’ve been ghosted, and Gary Gamp has the steps to turn it around - this week’s Company Doctor Podcast holds the keys to engineering momentum and landing the deal that currently looks impossible. Key takeaways from this episode: Diagnose before you chase: label the silenceEngineer momentum, don’t hope for itSafe, Simple, StatusSend a text Links & references: https://www.thecompanydoctor.com/ Gary Gamp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygamp George Clode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeclode Gary's new book, Career Catalyst - available online now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Career-Catalyst-Secret-Skills-School-ebook/dp/B0DFYVG6XY/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

    40 min
  6. Walk & Talk 6: Beat the Clock - The Secrets of Smart Time Management #98

    09/03/2025

    Walk & Talk 6: Beat the Clock - The Secrets of Smart Time Management #98

    We all have the same 24 hours per day, and we all wish we could have more - so how do you make your hours last longer than everyone else’s? Time is money, so treating it like the precious, perishable commodity that it is could be your first step to making it go further. This week’s ‘Walk & Talk’ podcast episode comes to you underneath Big Ben, a constant reminder that the lessons you’ll learn are well worth your time… Key takeaways from this episode: Treat time like gold and use it wisely.Prioritise what matters, say no to the restBlock out time to think and planDon’t mistake busy-ness for productivitySend a text Links & references: https://www.thecompanydoctor.com/ Gary Gamp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygamp George Clode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeclode Gary's new book, Career Catalyst - available online now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Career-Catalyst-Secret-Skills-School-ebook/dp/B0DFYVG6XY/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

    19 min
  7. Walk & Talk 5: Escape to the Cape: Rediscover the Secret Power of Stepping Away #97

    07/22/2025

    Walk & Talk 5: Escape to the Cape: Rediscover the Secret Power of Stepping Away #97

    Do most of our important decisions come when we stop trying to make them…? The power of the escape is often underestimated, but do so at your peril - Gary & George have made their escape from Amity Island away to the boardwalk to share why you’re underestimating strategic breaks. So pump the brakes, get ahead of burnout, and discover the blueprint for how to start thinking less, but better. Key takeaways from this episode: Quality of thinking matters more than constant actionTake a strategic break to boost your performanceA reset is better than a burnoutWebsite: https://www.thecompanydoctor.com/ Gary Gamp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygamp George Clode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeclode Send a text Links & references: https://www.thecompanydoctor.com/ Gary Gamp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygamp George Clode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeclode Gary's new book, Career Catalyst - available online now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Career-Catalyst-Secret-Skills-School-ebook/dp/B0DFYVG6XY/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

    19 min
  8. Free Happiness: The Art of Science and Positivity with Dr Vikki Barnes #96

    07/08/2025

    Free Happiness: The Art of Science and Positivity with Dr Vikki Barnes #96

    You might be successful in your career… but are you truly happy? Besides the human need for happiness, a workforce with wellbeing is hugely more effective, which makes Dr Vikki Barnes’ work invaluable for absolutely everyone who listens to this week’s episode of The Company Doctor Podcast. Following the focus of Dr Vikki’s latest book, learn to lead with heart, reflect happiness into your teams, and use your inherent power to make every day a success both inside and out! Key takeaways from this episode: Lead your employees as humans, not just a workforcePositivity boosts performanceSmall wins matter, so implement strategies to win each dayDr Vikki Barnes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drvikkibarnes-speaker-author-organisational-positive-psychologist-wellness-happiness/ https://www.instagram.com/drvikkibarnes/ Send a text Links & references: https://www.thecompanydoctor.com/ Gary Gamp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygamp George Clode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeclode Gary's new book, Career Catalyst - available online now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Career-Catalyst-Secret-Skills-School-ebook/dp/B0DFYVG6XY/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

    29 min
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Welcome to The Company Doctor; the podcast that diagnoses business challenges, and prescribes practical, forward-thinking solutions.The show is a biweekly, 25-minute hit of eye-opening, horizon-expanding advice, knowledge and key takeaways to implement straight away - all expertly curated for those at the forefront of leading growth and change within business. From accelerating start-up entrepreneurs and ambitious leaders inspiring teams, to managers implementing growth solutions - wherever you're starting from, we’ll give you the shortcuts and knowledge you need to navigate the ever-changing business landscape, by helping companies improve performance, and people, their careers. https://thecompanydoctor.com/

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  • Creator
    Gary Gamp & George Clode
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    104
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Company Doctor
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