Episodes

We have had some incredible guests and stories on this show. This show in particular has true meaning to me. About 6 years ago, I watched an incredible DVD called ‘Mastery’ which included the story of Paul Reed Smith and how his dreams of making a guitar for Carlos Santana had turned into a reality. Today PRS Guitars in my mind have become an iconic brand. Go to any guitar show and guitarists are buzzing with excitement around the PRS stand. The story inspired me so much that I bought a beautifu...

Like to know how to 'Generate Your Wealth Like a Millionaire? During this show we will reveal the three principles of success that can make you very wealthy. However, don't think this is about accumulating wealth at the expense of others. More money can help you add more value to more people in more ways and some of the wealthiest people I know are also the most giving. On this show we have two such people. Dr Meryl Koslow a real estate investor and motivational speaker and co author of 'Self Ma...

Most people recognize that investing in Real Estate is one of the best investments you can make as you can create a passive income now and long-term provision for your pension and retirement, as well as leaving a legacy for your family and loved ones. However, investing in Real Estate can be a risky business especially if you don’t know what you are doing. In this interview, experienced investor, Simon Zutshi will show you not only why you should be investing in Real Estate but also how to minim...

Leaders and organizations who build extraordinary relationships with their employees, customers and suppliers usually excel! Not just sales but also profits as benefits such as lower levels of absenteeism, extra delivery, ability to attract the best talent and customers hit the bottom line . On this show, we have two exceptional experts. Dave Bradley is a Professional Management Speaker and Web Event Producer who pioneered involving actors in corporate training in the UK. At one time Dave was th...

So what are the vital elements to be a good speaker and effectively promote your business to an audience? As a Regional President of the Professional Speaking Association in the UK, I meet many people intending to move from being a presenter to a speaker who can effectively engage and promote their business from the stage. During this show you will learn about the 5 Ps of Promotional Speaking AND the two biggest mistakes people make when they get up to talk about their business. Celia Delaney is...

Monks are known for living in silence and seclusion, but entrepreneur August Turak knows that they hold something of great value to the secular world—the key to business success. In his new book, “Business Secrets of the Trappist Monks: One CEO’s Quest for Meaning and Authenticity,” Turak tells the story of how he spent the past 17 years working part-time alongside Trappist monks as they ran high-margin businesses producing widely sought after commodities such as beer, eggs and exotic mushrooms....

So how do you best use humour and storytelling in your presentations and speeches? Perhaps you have marveled at people who can engage an audience with their wit and stories? So how can you learn to use these skills really effectively in your work? On this show we have two leadership and public speaking skills experts. Ashley Boroda has worked in radio production, comedy writing, stand-up comedy, television as well as writing and delivering leadership programmes for businesses using humour. Ashle...

I met Tony Wilson as I was preparing to speak at a congress in Mayfair, London. We quickly engaged in a conversation and I was intrigued. It turns out that Tony is Founder and Global CEO of the Lifestyle Architecture people development group, operating in 27 cities in 12 regions around the world. His Practical Leadership system is literally practiced worldwide! So on this show, I am keen to discover the core concepts and philosophy behind his unique approach to Leadership. Also, how he discovere...

Balancing a busy work life with being a great parent is not always easy. Married with two children, I know this situation well. Am I giving my family enough attention? Are we developing our kids to be happy and the best they can be? You can be a striving or successful entrepreneur or a top executive, however, is it all worthwhile if your family think you are not there for them? If you are so busy that you don't have time for your kids now, then will you be able to blame them if they don't want t...

Persuading people of our point of view and getting them to back our judgement with their money is what makes the world go around. And the sharpest end of the persuasion business is the pitch: that intense and brief period when you get to make your case to the potential client'. But how do you make the most of that opportunity? These are the words of David Kean one of world's leading authorities on the art of pitching and my guest on this show. Successful pitching is a subject close to my heart h...

Would you like to develop a business that runs without you? Do you want to know practically how to do it? It took my guest, young entrepreneur Steve Abel, 8 businesses to develop a truly innovative business opportunity in Parcels 4 Delivery and to put in place foundations for a business that could run without him and achieve massive growth. Also, to earn himself a small fortune in the process. While planning this show with Steve, I was fascinated about his truly entrepreneurial approach. Also, h...

Do you have a natural bias towards systems, processes, facts and figures rather than interaction with people? When it comes down to it do these elements effect your decisions more than the impact on people? Do you have challenges when it comes to dealing with gregarious sales people, marketers and networkers in your business or team? Successful people know that you have to balance the need for systems and processes with the needs of employees, customers and suppliers. The former should not outwe...

Are you wishing to advance your career? Or help others advance? Perhaps you have children or family members who could benefit from some words of wisdom? During this show I will be discussing career success with my guest Hilary Wilson who is an international keynote speaker, trainer and mentor. She also founded Wilson Associates Limited, the UK based development consultancy in 1989. During this time Hilary has worked with over 65 FTSE 100 companies, designed and delivered some 3750 bespoke career...

We have had some incredible guests and stories on this show. This show in particular has true meaning to me. About 6 years ago, I watched an incredible DVD called ‘Mastery’ which included the story of Paul Reed Smith and how his dreams of making a guitar for Carlos Santana had turned into a reality. Today PRS Guitars in my mind have become an iconic brand. Go to any guitar show and guitarists are buzzing with excitement around the PRS stand. The story inspired me so much that I bought a beautifu...

Would you like to grow your business fast? On this show we are going to look at an incredible case story. While still in its relative infancy, Anesco is already the UK’s leading energy efficiency solutions company and is on track to hit revenue of £100million, after recently reporting a 400% growth in orders. So how can you get off the starting blocks quickly and achieve such outstanding performance from a standing start? During this show we will speak to co-founder and CEO Adrian Pike who has l...

Markets are changing. It’s not just about price we have online sales, social media for attracting new customers, the challenge of finding innovative ways to build relationships and keep customers and prospects informed, not to mention the demands of complying with legislation, staff training or any of the other things you need to keep on top of in your business. No wonder growing your business can seem like an uphill struggle. According to my guests this is the reality for businesses in the insu...

Do you understand how to use Linkedin really effectively? Or are you one of the many people who just try to collect as many connections as possible? My guest on this show Will Kintish never changes his message “There is nothing to beat face-to face networking”. But when you use Linkedin in conjunction with traditional networking it is a powerful cocktail for developing your career and building your business. Strategy for success is visibility and in today’s world it is critical that all ‘serious...

In today’s fast changing competitive business climate it is the organisations who develop the winning qualities of their people that capture the opportunities created by change and turn them into sustainable success. The qualities of authentic leadership; self motivation, a positive mindset and personal responsibility, are the most highly prized yet least consciously developed aspects of a person’s character. My guest this week is Brian Mayne the creator of life mapping (and goal mapping as per ...

Are you working to unleash the power of your team or teams? During this show we are will be discussing how to create Fully Integrated Teams (FIT)? Leaders are becoming more than figureheads and bosses, they are team players who spur organizations toward effective change. We will cover the importance of Purpose and the 5 Steps of FIT which can be applied to help individuals and teams transform and create highly successful outcomes and healthy organizational cultures. My guest is Jim Leighton the ...

Would you like to develop your ability as a great business leader? During this show we will discuss areas such as what good leadership looks like, how to build your leadership style, techniques to lead others and how to build and execute your vision. Marianne Abib-Pech led a highly successful career in Finance and has worked for some of the most admired corporations of the last 20 years. She has been Global CFO for Shell Aviation and Head of Finance and Commercial for EMEA Operation of BHP Billi...

Are you finding business and growing it challenging right now? During this show we will be discussing how to overcome the common mistakes that businesses make during recession including the biggest profit robbers in any business and the easiest ways to increase your profits. My guest Mike Ogilvie is an experienced Chartered Accountant by training. He is the major shareholder of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers OBC The Accountants, however most of his time is focused on his work as one...

Like to know how to 'Generate Your Wealth Like a Millionaire? During this show we will reveal the three principles of success that can make you very wealthy. However, don't think this is about accumulating wealth at the expense of others. More money can help you add more value to more people in more ways and some of the wealthiest people I know are also the most giving. On this show we have two such people. Dr Meryl Koslow a real estate investor and motivational speaker and co author of 'Self Ma...

How can you release creativity and energy in your workplace? One way is through art and organizations such as Hilton Hotels, Mars, Ebay and Microsoft all book my guest to help them do just that. I met Louis Parsons several years ago and was fascinated by his artwork and we struck up an instant rapport. I booked him to run a workshop at one of my events and bought a series of his artworks called 'The Human Story'. The event was fabulous and I was delighted to hear when one of his artworks auction...

To be a great salesperson you must also provide great customer service and great customer service people must know how to bring value to the sales process. In this show, we will explore how to combine sales and service for exceptional business success. A must listen for any sales or service led business or professional. My guests are Joe Adams who is a highly experienced sales expert. Joe has been a top sales professional in the USA, Canada and UK. Including MD of UK and Eire operations for Ency...