In this episode of It’s Not So Lonely at the Top, Pete is joined by Iain Crighton for a conversation about purpose-driven leadership, business growth, mentoring, resilience and the power of giving without expecting anything in return. Iain shares his journey from the automotive industry and business ownership through to coaching, community leadership and helping others achieve more than they thought possible. His philosophy is simple but powerful: when you lead with generosity, clarity and purpose, good things tend to happen — often in ways you could never have planned. Pete and Iain explore what it really means to build a business that makes a positive impact, why community involvement can create both social value and commercial growth, and how mentoring can help business leaders scale with more confidence and fewer costly mistakes. Iain also shares his ambition to help transform Peterborough’s start-up ecosystem by improving survival, sustainability and long-term growth through better support and mentorship. This is a conversation full of wisdom, lived experience and practical leadership lessons — from protecting your time and working on the business, to rebuilding trust after betrayal, supporting your people through difficult moments, and staying focused on what really matters. A brilliant listen for business owners, leaders, mentors and anyone who believes business can be both commercially successful and deeply meaningful. About Iain Iain Crighton is an experienced business coach, mentor and former managing director with a strong background in the automotive and retail cycle industries. With a Master’s degree in Retail Management from Loughborough University School of Business and Economics, and as a Fellow of the Institute of the Motor Industry, Iain brings a rare blend of commercial experience, leadership wisdom and genuine community spirit. His mission is simple but powerful: to give without the expectation of receiving. It is a philosophy that has shaped much of his work, whether supporting business leaders, helping them find the right mentors, or encouraging people to achieve more than they ever thought possible. Iain is passionate about business as a force for good. Alongside his commercial career, he has played an active role in supporting local communities through voluntary leadership positions, including serving as a Trustee of the Cambridgeshire Community Foundation, a Trustee of SportsAid Eastern and Chairman of Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce for eight years. His community impact is significant. He helped launch a successful youth development programme at his local cricket club, led a team that raised over a quarter of a million pounds to support young athletes through grants, and played a part in the early journeys of three future Rio Olympic medallists. Iain has also led environmental and community legacy projects, including coordinating the planting of the first 5,000 trees for a new city forest, now named Crightons Wood. The project brought together local primary school children, the Environment Trust and the wider community, creating something lasting for future generations. In 2012, Iain was selected to carry the Olympic Torch through the city as part of the London Olympic Torch Relay, a fitting recognition of his contribution to business, sport and community life. At the heart of Iain’s story is a deep belief in service, generosity and helping others grow. Whether in business, mentoring, sport or community work, he has consistently used his experience and influence to create opportunities for others and leave things better than he found them. 🎧 Perfect for listeners interested in: Entrepreneurship, service business growth, leadership, scaling trades businesses, wellbeing strategies, and building a high-performance team. Join the Community: Interested in joining Pete and other high-performing leaders in the Mastermind? Find out more about how we challenge and support each other at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/mastermind/. ABOUT 🎙️ The INSLATT Podcast – It’s Not So Lonely At The Top Running a business can feel like steering a ship through choppy seas… and sometimes, the captain’s chair gets lonely. That’s why the INSLATT Podcast exists — to bring together bold, brilliant business leaders who get it. Whether you’re leading a growing team, managing risk, or simply carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions, this podcast is your safe harbour. Every episode dives into honest, energising conversations with business owners and performance experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the T-shirt. 🎧 Why Listen? Learn from real-world stories and leadership lessons that don’t make it into the textbooks. Discover practical tools to lead with purpose, clarity and momentum. Explore topics like performance, mindset, wellbeing, risk, resilience motivation, and culture — all with a down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach. Feel part of a community of leaders who want to grow without the ego. 🧭 This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s fuel for your leadership journey. 📍 Where to Listen & Learn More: 🔗 INSLATT Podcast is available on YouTube AND your favourite podcast app. Remember to SUBSCRIBE 🎙️ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & more 🌍 Learn more at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/ New episodes are released weekly on a Wednesday at 6am Your host is Pete Rushmer - https://www.peterushmer.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterushmer/ Your guest today is Iain Crighton- Links - https://www.linkedin.com/in/iain-crighton-mbe-fimi-56b063b/ The podcast is bought to you by 'It's not so lonely at the top' thank you for listening.