The MorePeople Podcast

The MorePeople Podcast

The MorePeople Podcast is an unfiltered look into the people and stories shaping the industries that feed and grow the world. Through honest, curiosity-driven conversations with leaders, operators and experts across food, agriculture and horticulture, we go beyond job titles to explore what it really takes to build a successful career. We reveal the lessons no one teaches and the hard truths, whilst opening up about the challenges defining the future of these essential industries. Brought to you by MorePeople, recruitment specialists across food, farming, horticulture & home.

  1. Sep 11

    When Things Go Wrong: What Failure, Conflict and Coaching Can Teach Us About Leadership

    When leadership gets difficult, what do you do? Andrew Fitzmaurice is joined by Mark Kitson, an experienced business leader and consultant with a career spanning Whitbread, Costa Coffee and senior leadership roles across the food and hospitality sector. They explore what really happens when things don't go to plan - from failed strategies and business crises to conflict, difficult conversations and the isolation that can come with leadership. Mark shares some honest lessons from his own career, including why failure can be one of the most valuable teachers, why leaders need to stop avoiding uncomfortable conversations, and how coaching isn't always about giving people the answers. Because leadership isn't about having all the answers. Sometimes it's about having the confidence to say: "This isn't working. What do we do next?"

    When Things Go Wrong: What Failure, Conflict and Coaching Can Teach Us About Leadership

  2. Aug 28

    Beyond the Boardroom: Why Great Leaders Struggle to Be Heard

    In this episode of the MorePeople Podcast, Sean Sankey joins us to unpack one of the biggest challenges facing modern organisations: helping talented people communicate effectively when the stakes are high. Drawing on his work with leadership teams across multiple industries, Sean explores why communication, confidence, and conflict management have become critical business skills. From boardroom disagreements and executive presentations to talent development and team performance, he shares what separates high-performing teams from those that become stuck in conflict, misunderstanding, or stagnation.

    Beyond the Boardroom: Why Great Leaders Struggle to Be Heard

  3. Aug 14

    What Nobody Tells You About Leadership: Fear, Failure & the Reality of Success

    What does it really take to become a great leader? In this episode of the MorePeople Podcast, Kirsten Catella, Sales & Marketing Director at Wyvale Nurseries, gets brutally honest about the reality of leadership, career progression and success. From making mistakes and learning from failure, to overcoming self-doubt, taking risks before you feel ready and showing up when things get tough, Kirsten shares the lessons that have shaped her 26-year career in horticulture. She reveals why great leaders don’t play the blame game, why the fear never truly disappears, and why your personal brand is about far more than what you post online.

    What Nobody Tells You About Leadership: Fear, Failure & the Reality of Success

  4. Jul 31

    What Really Separates Good Recruiters From Great Ones

    In this episode of The MorePeople Podcast, Richard Hanwell and Andrew Fitzmaurice take an honest look at what it really takes to build a successful career in recruitment. They break down why recruitment is often misunderstood, what separates great recruiters from average ones, and how curiosity, resilience, and discipline drive long‑term success. The conversation explores specialist recruitment, career progression, industry exposure, and why recruitment is about far more than filling vacancies. They also discuss culture, personal development, and how working closely with businesses and industry leaders accelerates learning and growth. A must‑listen for anyone considering a career in recruitment or looking to understand what success in the industry really looks like.

    What Really Separates Good Recruiters From Great Ones

  5. Jul 17

    Forget Fad Diets: What Actually Works for Long-Term Health

    In this episode of the MorePeople Podcast, we speak with Barbara Bray MBE – food industry consultant, Chair of Red Tractor, and TED speaker – about nutrition, food safety, and careers in the food industry. Barbara shares why small, sustainable changes to your diet are more effective than chasing fad diets or quick fixes. Drawing on her PhD in healthy ageing, she explains how simple habits like portion control and improving everyday meals can have a lasting impact. We also explore the importance of food safety, traceability, and consumer trust, plus insights into building a successful career in the food sector. If you’re interested in healthy eating, nutrition advice, food industry careers, or Red Tractor standards, this episode is packed with practical, expert insights.

    Forget Fad Diets: What Actually Works for Long-Term Health

  6. Jul 3

    The Fast‑Track Programme Shaping Food & Agriculture’s Future

    In this episode of The MorePeople Podcast, Andrew Fitzmaurice speaks with Sapphira Waterson, CEO of MDS (Management Development Services), about how the organisation fast‑tracks graduate talent for careers in the food and agriculture sector. An absolute must-listen episode for anyone ready to kickstart their career in the food and agriculture space! Sapphira shares her own career journey into leadership and explains the unique MDS graduate programme, including rotational placements, rigorous assessment, and structured support. The conversation explores transferable skills, high‑performance talent development, and why graduates don’t need an agricultural background to succeed in food and agri‑business. An insightful listen for employers, graduates, and anyone interested in future leadership and workforce development in food and agriculture.

    The Fast‑Track Programme Shaping Food & Agriculture’s Future

  7. Jun 19

    From Nervous Starts to Big Growth: Life Inside MorePeople

    In this episode of Life at MorePeople, Lawrence and Beth dive into what it’s really like working at MorePeople - from first impressions and career growth to company culture, progression, and the power of stepping outside your comfort zone. Beth shares her journey joining the marketing team in a brand-new role and how she’s developed her skills, confidence, and responsibilities in just over a year. Lawrence reflects on seven years at MorePeople, his progression into a divisional manager role, and how the business has grown alongside its people. Together, they explore what makes MorePeople’s culture unique - from team social events and charity activities to training, mentoring, and conferences that support continuous development. A key theme throughout the conversation is simple but powerful: “get comfortable being uncomfortable and say yes to everything.” It’s this mindset that helps employees grow, take on new challenges, and unlock opportunities they never expected. Whether you’re interested in recruitment careers, looking for a new role, or simply curious about workplace culture at MorePeople, this episode gives an honest, behind-the-scenes look at life in a fast-growing recruitment business.

    From Nervous Starts to Big Growth: Life Inside MorePeople

  8. Jun 5

    The Truth About Moving from the RAF into Food Engineering

    In this episode of The MorePeople Podcast, we speak with Chris Smyth, Engineering Manager at Branston Limited, about his journey from the RAF into civilian food engineering and leadership. Chris shares the realities of transitioning from military to civilian engineering roles, the steep learning curve many ex‑forces engineers face, and how hands‑on learning accelerated his career. We explore modern engineering practices in food manufacturing, including predictive maintenance, automation, and the growing role of AI. The conversation also dives into engineering recruitment, talent development, and why ex‑military engineers can thrive when properly supported. A must‑listen for engineers, hiring managers, and anyone considering a move into food manufacturing or engineering leadership!

    The Truth About Moving from the RAF into Food Engineering
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The MorePeople Podcast is an unfiltered look into the people and stories shaping the industries that feed and grow the world. Through honest, curiosity-driven conversations with leaders, operators and experts across food, agriculture and horticulture, we go beyond job titles to explore what it really takes to build a successful career. We reveal the lessons no one teaches and the hard truths, whilst opening up about the challenges defining the future of these essential industries. Brought to you by MorePeople, recruitment specialists across food, farming, horticulture & home.

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  • Creator
    The MorePeople Podcast
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    88
  • Rating
    Clean
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