The Life Of A Business Leader

Jan 26 2025 30 ep. 41 mins
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Welcome to 'The Life Of A Business Leader', hosted by Royston Guest, CEO/Founder of the Business Growth Pathway, Author, Speaker, Business Strategist and Executive Coach. The Life Of A Business Leader looks beyond the Boardroom and digs deep into the psyche, motivations, challenges and opportunities faced by today's business owners and leaders. Join us as we unravel the strategies, decisions and personal stories that shape the professional lives of these trailblazers, providing you with valuable lessons and inspiration on your own leadership and business journey. 

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Episode 11 - Beyond Gut Feel | How Critical Thinking Shapes Great Leaders

Jan 26 2025 50 mins  
Leadership in today's fast-paced world demands more than just gut instinct—it requires thinking critically, planning effectively, and making informed decisions. In episode 11 of The Life of a Business Leader, Royston Guest is joined by Chris Brindley to explore how critical thinking shapes leadership success.From understanding the fundamentals of critical thinking to developing p

Episode 10 - Powering Performance | The role of diversity, inclusion & cultural empowerment

Dec 10 2024 54 mins  
Welcome to episode 10 of The Life of a Business Leader podcast, where we explore the critical topics shaping successful leadership today. In this episode, Royston is joined by Claire Harvey, MBE, a recognised diversity, inclusion, and cultural empowerment expert. Claire brings a wealth of experience, having worked in both the public and private sectors, including roles at the FSA,

Episode 9 - Why mastering yourself is good business.

Oct 25 2024 47 mins  
In this episode, we're excited to welcome Mike Radoor, serial entrepreneur and co-founder of several successful ventures, to the podcast! Mike shares his powerful insights on the importance of self-mastery and why it's not just a personal journey but also a smart business move. He breaks down how developing self-discipline, cultivating the right mindset, and taking ownership of you

Episode 8 - Are your people an investment or a cost?

Sep 19 2024 35 mins  
Welcome to Episode 8 of The Life of the Business Leader! Today's guest is Nebel Crowhurst, Chief People Officer at Reward Gateway, and we dive into a crucial and often controversial topic: Are People an Investment or a Cost? Nebel shares her 15+ years of experience in HR, tackling the disconnect between people being labelled as a company's greatest asset yet often treated as a cost

Episode 7 - Without challenge, there is no achievement

Aug 06 2024 43 mins  
Royston talks with Jon Dutton, CEO of British Cycling, the national governing body for cycling in Great Britain. Before joining British Cycling, Jon was the Chief Executive of the Rugby League World Club 2021 and held senior roles at UK Sport, the Football Association, and the PGA European Tour. Jon's career reflects a broad background in sports management and development. Royston

Episode 6 - From BREAKDOWN to BREAKTHROUGH Growth

Jun 28 2024 44 mins  
Welcome to episode six of "The Life of the Business Leader"! In this very special episode, Royston Guest sits down with the inspiring Perry Power, who bravely shares his journey from a debilitating mental breakdown to emerge stronger and more successful than ever.In a raw and emotional recounting, Perry describes the moment he hit rock bottom—collapsing in the shower, overcome wi

Episode 5 - How Productivity Fuels Profits

Jun 17 2024 44 mins  
Welcome to Episode 5 of "Life of a Business Leader"! In this insightful session, Royston talks with Paul Murphy, CEO of Jersey Business, to discuss productivity's crucial role in driving business growth and profitability.Productivity might not be the most glamorous topic, but it's vital for any business aiming to succeed. Paul and I dive deep into how businesses can reframe their a

Episode 4 - The leadership dilemma: Do hard skills trump soft skills?

May 23 2024 49 mins  
In this episode, Royston talks with Chris Brindley, MBE, who has over thirty years of leadership experience. Chris was voted Britain’s best boss, helped build innovative businesses, and now works as a NED in several companies and organisations. Their conversation centres around whether, as a leader, hard skills trump soft skills, soft skills trump hard skills, or are they both eq

Episode 3 - Artificial Intelligence versus The Business Leader

Apr 23 2024 53 mins  
In this episode, Royston talks with Andy Delaney, Founder of AskHollie, about all things AI (Artificial Intelligence) and its implications for leaders and businesses. Key questions addressed include: Is AI a friend or foe? (It can be a positive tool for businesses if adopted strategically)How fast is AI moving? (The pace varies by industry, but it's a rapidly evolving field)How can

Episode 2 - From Head of Operations to CEO in 2 years

Mar 22 2024 38 mins  
In episode 2, Royston talks with Stephanie Gibaut, CEO of Macmillan Jersey, about her rise from Head of Operations to CEO in just two years. Macmillan Jersey's mission is to support people affected by cancer and their loved ones while helping to shape the Island's strategy for cancer care. Stephanie leads the charity in terms of strategy and the people responsible for ensuring it h