Episodes

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Shobana Kataria, a visionary entrepreneur and a bridge between modern business acumen and ancient indigenous wisdom. With over 25 years in the IT industry, Shobana has embarked on a transformative journey, intertwining her rich Indian heritage with her roles as a naturopath, herbalist, acupuncturist, and energy healer. Her work with the Mother Earth Delegation and the Land Back scheme highlights her commitment to indigenous people’s rights and enviro...

Join us in an enlightening conversation with Simon Bailey, an expert in the realm of leadership and systemic change, as we delve into the pressing need for a shift in the leadership narrative to avoid environmental disaster. With over three decades of experience, initially with the British Army leading operations and training across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, Simon has transitioned into a leading voice in sustainable and regenerative business practices. Simon co-founded LSP Leadership, a...

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the tidal wave of work? Discover the lifebuoy to stay afloat in today’s demanding workplace in our next episode, featuring Nick Sonnenberg, the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of “Come Up for Air: How Teams Can Leverage Systems and Tools to Stop Drowning in Work.” Nick is a renowned entrepreneur, columnist, and a guest lecturer at Columbia University and brings his rich experience from his days as a high-frequency trader on Wall Street to the table. Besides...

Join us for an extraordinary episode with Chris Cooper, where an unexpected turn leads to a solo exploration of wisdom from his recent interactions with ten diverse and exceptional thinkers. In this special show, Chris dives into the earnings from his favourite recent shows and the community he leads called the Elevation Collective – a gathering of remarkable thought leaders and experts. Join a thought-provoking journey covering a wide array of topics: 'Regenerative Leadership' with Giles Hutchi...

Join us for a remarkable conversation with Arthur Samuel Joseph, the founder and chairman of the Vocal Awareness Institute. Widely regarded as one of the world’s foremost communication strategists and authorities on the human voice, Arthur has devoted his life to the transformative power of voice. Through his pioneering Vocal Awareness® program, he empowers individuals to achieve Communication Mastery using a unique blend of precise techniques, vocal exercises, and storytelling prowess. In this ...

Join us for an inspiring conversation on servant leadership and life with Howard Behar, a visionary leader whose illustrious career with Starbucks as President of North America and founding President of Starbucks International, saw the company grow from 28 stores to over 15,000 across five continents. With over 50 years in consumer-centric businesses, Mr. Behar’s expertise is unparalleled. Beyond Starbucks, he’s played pivotal roles at organizations like GAP, Shurgard, and the University of Wash...

In a world fraught with disillusionment, despair, and a pervasive sense of loss, Dr. Lance Secretan’s latest book, “Reawakening the Human Spirit,” delves into the profound question: How can one reclaim lost inspiration and inner peace? During this important discussion we will be exploring the intuitive approach required to revitalize our connection with ourselves and the surrounding world. Recent times have seen a surge in global challenges – pandemics, political divides, economic downturns, cli...

Why do even the best of us sometimes make poor decisions? Why do we often repeat these mistakes? Delve into the science of decision-making with our esteemed guest, Dr. Alan Barnard. An entrepreneur, strategist, and CEO of Goldratt Research Labs, Dr. Barnard’s multifaceted career spans roles as a research scientist, app developer, author, coach, philanthropist, lecturer, and podcaster. Renowned globally as a leading Decision Scientist and an expert in the Theory of Constraints, Alan co-founded Go...

Have you ever felt the pull to venture into uncharted territory with your business or found yourself faced with an enormous challenge, but felt anchored by self-doubt? Dive into this enlightening conversation where I chat with Elisabet Vinberg-Hearn, a three-time best-selling author on leadership and teams, and John Jennings, leadership, engagement and cultural business expert. We’ll delve into the courage required to take leaps and the strategies to execute them successfully. This discussion fo...

What does viewing the Earth from space teach us about life, leadership, and innovation? Join us in a mind-expanding conversation with Frank White, a leading expert in space philosophy and highly acclaimed voice in guiding leadership perspectives, including growth, sustainability, and foresight through space exploration insights. Author of the ground-breaking The Overview Effect: Space Exploration and Human Evolution, Frank has delved into topics pivotal for forward-thinking leaders, including sp...

How do you best plan, promote and protect your reputation? Peter Roper, also known as “The Family Businessman,” joins me to share his 45 years of experience in managing and aiding the reputation of family businesses. Having managed a business with a turnover of £38 million, Peter went on to set up six family businesses and has guided thousands of others to success. His ‘Family Business Practice’ is a supportive and proactive community platform that organises over 100 educational events yearly, f...

Join us for a riveting discussion with business psychology expert Dannielle Haig, as we explore the intriguing and shadowy world of the “Dark Triad” – a set of personality traits often found influencing corridors of power. Drawing from her extensive research and direct experience with global leaders, Dannielle (PhD candidate, MSc, MSc, BA, PG Cert, PG Dip) will shed light on narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy in the workplace. Listen in and you will gain invaluable insights into foste...

What can we learn from the most decisive battle in the modern era – The 2022 Battle for Kyiv – and what lessons can we learn about leadership, planning, human ingenuity, resilience, courage, collaboration and technology that can impact how we elevate the way we do business and live our lives? My guest John Spencer is an award-winning scholar, professor, author, combat veteran, national security and military analyst, and internationally recognized expert and advisor on urban warfare, military str...

Join us for an illuminating conversation with Giles Hutchins, a visionary thought leader and author, as we delve into the heart of regenerative leadership. In today’s world, where businesses and societies face multifaceted challenges, the conventional leadership paradigm is rapidly becoming obsolete. At the forefront is ‘Regenerative Leadership’ – a transformative approach that transcends traditional business norms, fostering innovation, resilience, and harmony with nature. With an impressive ta...

In an era where meaningful communication is more important than ever, how can your business voice rise above all the noise? Today, podcasting is the transformative platform that is reshaping our communication. Join us as we celebrate 12 years of the Business Elevation Show with my guest Tom Schwab, CEO of Interview Valet, a Military Veteran, digital entrepreneur and author of Podcast Guest Profits: Grow Your Business with a Targeted Interview Strategy and One Conversation Away: A manifesto for a...

Our emotions serve as catalysts for both individual well-being and professional achievement. Given their profound impact, the pressing question is: How can we skillfully steer and utilise emotions to shape the outcomes we aspire to? Enter Dr. Jayne Gardner, a distinguished psychology and counselling expert with state licensure as both an LPC and LMFT. With a track record that includes multiple articles for renowned publications, her own radio show ‘Wired to Win’, and TV appearances, Dr. Gardner ...

Ever had the feeling of being the bottleneck, or felt stuck when overcoming obstacles in your life and business? My guest Leah Fisch has been helping her clients to achieve their dreams and overcome resistance for over twenty years. Specializing in helping high-level executives to overcome bottlenecks in their lives and businesses this has included her expertise in helping leaders with ADHD and neurodiversity become the best they can be. Leah is renowned for finding solutions to challenging situ...

In today’s world the race is on to inspire us to step up and contribute to a better world. One of my intentions is to introduce you to caring business people who are truly contributing to a better world. If we could all do that, what a difference we could make! My guest Shay Hoelscher is a 37-year veteran of the Professional Beauty Industry. Having worked in Senior Leadership positions for many major beauty brands, Shay is today the CEO and Owner of privé products. Shay is also passionate about ...

Like myself, have you had moments over the last few years when you realised you needed to take care of your mental wellbeing? Maintaining and building great mental health for most of us needs to be a lifelong pursuit. My guest Paul William Davis is a renowned business growth consultant, speaker, and personal advisor, with a passion for empowering professionals worldwide to unearth their unique genius and lead their field. He is the creator of “The Genius Code” and a three-time best-selling autho...

Don’t miss out on the next episode of the Business Elevation Show, where we’ll be hosting Molly Harvey, the author of the groundbreaking book “Make Changes Not Excuses”. Molly is a revered author, speaker, and change management expert known for her unyielding commitment to helping businesses innovate and thrive with a combination of deep and meaningful ancient and modern wisdom. Molly has proven time and again her aptitude for effecting positive change, working with Fortune 500 companies and gov...

What can we learn from great mentors to help us with our mentorship journey? My guest SCOTT JEFFREY MILLER is a highly sought-after speaker, author, and podcast host. He is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author and currently serves as FranklinCovey’s senior advisor on thought leadership. Prior to his advisor role, Scott was a twenty-five-year FranklinCovey associate, serving as the Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President. He hosts On Leadership With Scott Miller, the world’s larg...

Human beings have evolved in what they need and want in exchange for work. Today employees are seeking purpose, meaning and feelings of significance in their work. What drives their engagement is feeling valued, respected, developed and cared for. My guest Mark C Crowley in his book “Lead From The Heart: Transformational Leadership For The 21st Century” proves that the heart is actually the driver of optimal human performance. Mark is a regular columnist for Fast Company Magazine and has been pu...

Get ready for a fascinating conversation with business transformation expert and philanthropist, Paul Meehan about ‘What It Takes to Make It’. With 45 years of senior experience, Paul is someone I would consider to be a perfect guide to discuss navigating the business world. I personally know Paul from his exceptional reputation in the insurance industry. In this interview, we will discuss why people succeed and many fail, and how brutal honesty, unflinching desire, and harnessing potential are ...

Are you stepping up, challenging conventions and becoming a catalyst for transformative change? If you would like to contribute to a better world and make your life count, then you must join us for a profound conversation with Deke Copenhaver. Deke had an exceptional reputation as Mayor of Augusta, Georgia (2005-2014) for bridge-building leadership, a strong focus on diversity and inclusion and a comprehensive approach to economic progress and neighborhood rejuvenation. He built a reputation for...