How I Failed in Business

Season 2 | Episode 23 | The One With Gold (Ahh) This week on How I Failed in Business, we sit down with the brilliant Nick Gold — Director of Speakers Corner, Founder of Future Voices, and President of The International Association of Speaker Bureau (when he's bored, he just sets up a new business 😅) From running a business with his brother to transforming how audiences experience ideas, Nick ope...

Season 2 | Episode 22 | The One with the Bollywood Dance-Off This week on How I Failed in Business, we're joined by the multi-talented Francis Roughly — professional actor, dancer, and creative powerhouse behind the camera as a videographer and editor. From beating Ashley Banjo to a Bollywood role (yes, really 👀) to bringing storytelling to life through dance and editing, Frances’ journey is one...

Season 2 | Episode 21 | The One with Lizzie the Lizard This week on How I Failed in Business, we’re joined by a very special guest, Charlie Springthorpe, who traded her corporate job in the UK for a completely different life —running a hotel in Thailand, navigating a new culture, and cohabiting with a lizard named Lizzie. In this episode The reality of starting over in a new country ✈️🌏 Culture s...

Bonus Episode | The One with the Life of a Showgirl 🧡 ✨ This week on How I Failed In Business , we’re taking a break from our regularly scheduled programming to celebrating the release of Taylor Swift’s newest album in true showgirl fashion. This very special bonus episode is all about the brilliance of Taylor: her music, her marketing, and her unique business strategies. From secret drops to bi...

Season 2 | Episode 19 | The One with No Degrees This week on How I Failed In Business, we’re diving into a little myth: that you need a degree to succeed. Spoiler alert, none of us have one. And yet, here we are. In this episode, we're joined by Vanisha Patel, social media whiz. We’re talking about unconventional paths, the pressure to “have it all figured out,” and why traditional success metrics...

Season 2 | Episode 18 | The One with All the Angel Numbers This week on How I Failed In Business, we’re getting a little reflective (and a little woo-woo). In this episode, we’re testing out some shiny new equipment and chatting about what’s next for the podcast. We dive into some our favourite moments from Season 2 so far, the amazing guests we've had, and all the weird and wonderful signs the un...

Season 2 | Episode 17 | The One Where We Almost Died This week on How I Failed In Business, things get a little off-track. Literally. We took the podcast on the move with a wild day at Land Rover Experience, where we filmed from the back of a Defender while tackling the terrain. Spoiler: we almost didn’t make it out alive - but we got a great episode out of it. In this episode: Our first ever (sli...

Season 2 | Episode 16 | The One Where Megan Becomes a Lawyer This week on How I Failed In Business, things get legally hilarious as we’re joined by two brilliant minds - Vickki Ridgway and Geraldine Watson , your hosts of the Lawfully Yours Podcast. From courtroom comebacks to workplace woes, we dive into a lively (and slightly chaotic) episode full of hot takes and high-stakes games. Here’s what...

Season 2 | Episode 15 | The One With the Best Disco Set-lists This week on How I Failed In Business, we’re getting groovy with our multi-talented guest Jamie Pywell - disco setlist curator, vintage clothing connoisseur, and founder of MyPath, a resource provider that strives to make careers education fun, engaging and highly impactful. In between diving into about Jamie’s wildest business pivots,...

Season 2 | Episode 14 | The One Where We Ripped Off a Gameshow This week on How I Failed In Business, things get gamey! We threw the rulebook out the window (and maybe copyright laws too?) and hosted our very own version of a classic TV gameshow  In between the chaos, we somehow managed to cover: The importance of making time for yourself The emotional rollercoaster of letting go of weirdly s...

Season 2 | Episode 13 | The One With The Fierce Competition This week on How I Failed In Business, the stakes are high, the laughs are loud, and the competition? Fierce. We’re diving into one of our most chaotic episodes yet, where a bottle of wine a dash of rivalry, and a few classic jingles all collide in the best possible way to result in a very fired-up Megan ... 🔥 Here’s what’s in store: Why...

Season 2 | Episode 12 | The One With The Asthma Attack This week on How I Failed In Business, we’re catching our breath (literally) with the incredible Nim Pancholi - founder of All About Soft Skills and all-round communication expert! Here’s what you’re in for: The real deal on effective communication 🗣️ in business, in life, and everywhere in between How the little things make or break a relatio...

Season 2 | Episode 11 | The One With Dodgeball This week on How I Failed in Business, we’re joined by Laura Till, founder of Ambition Sports Coaching, to talk all things sporty, silly, and slightly chaotic. Here’s what’s coming your way: Pan-Asian tapas 🍤 and why Rob isn't a fan (he's just a food snob) A baby shower that didn’t all go to plan 🎈 The hilarious (and brutally honest) things kids say...

Welcome to How I Failed in Business, the podcast that discusses the dilemmas, mishaps, and failings of business leaders, to show mistakes aren't always the be all and end all and that you can laugh and learn from them! Episodes are out every Tuesday with your hosts Megan Grace and Rob Spence! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2 | Episode 10 | The One With The Surprise Storm Some weeks go smoothly, this was not one of them... Join us as we recount our whirlwind weekends at BST Hyde Park 2025 and the Cross Wires Podcast Festival, which gave us plenty to laugh (and cry) about. Here’s what’s coming your way: How to keep calm when nature (literally) rains on your parade 🌧️ Robs thoughts on the Help I Sexted My Boss L...

Season 2 | Episode 9 | The One With All The Posing This week on How I Failed In Business, we’re joined by the multi-talented Pete Martin – a seasoned photographer, musician, and all-round creative force. Here’s what you’re in for: Stories from behind the lens 📸 - from awkward poses to powerful portraits Creative roadblocks, reinvention, and the unexpected turns a creative career can take The less...

Season 2 | Episode 8 | The One With Kundalini Energy This week on How I Failed In Business, we are joined by the wonderful Roseanna Croft - a Jungian life coach, kundalini activist, and former fine jewellery entrepreneur Here’s what you’re in for: Insights into in the awakening of kundalini energy Behind-the-scenes of the luxury jewellery world 💍✨ including some glittering highs and legal lows ....

Season 2 | Episode 7 | The One with the Big O This week on How I Failed in Business we’re unpacking the kind of overwhelming chaos that builds slowly… and explodes all at once Here’s what you’re in for: A run-in with your boss on a messy night out 🍻 A missing passport meltdown A few honest grievances 😳 (airing them publicly seemed like the healthy choice) Rob introduces a brand new mystery game...

Season 2 | Episode 6 | The One With The Very Expensive Phone Bill This week on How I Failed in Business , we’re joined by Big Brother 2005 winner Anthony Hutton—who’s swapped reality TV fame and dancing shoes for something far more meaningful. Anthony opens up about Never Throw in the Towel , his inspiring project supporting men’s mental health through honest conversations and pop-up barber shops....

Season 2 | Episode 5 | The One with Bamboozled This week on How I Failed In Business we’re throwing out the rulebook (and possibly our dignity) with our very own chaotic version of Bamboozled —yes, that confusing game from Friends. It makes even less sense when we play it. Here’s what’s on the board this week: Alternative Businesses 👀 Musical Theatre Playlists 🎭🎶 Our New Favourite Game !!! 🏆 I...

Season 2 | Episode 4 | The One Where Megan Slept on a Beanbag This week on How I Failed in Business ... From beanbags to whoopie cushions, we're diving deep into the random chaos that somehow turned into one of our favourite episodes yet. Here’s what you’re in for: An intervention on angel numbers 👼 and what they actually mean Our favourite childhood holiday memories A spider-related incident we’...

Season 2 | Episode 3 | The One Where No One Charged Their Devices This week on How I Failed in Business , we dive into the chaos that unfolds when we have dead batteries and no back up plans... Here's what’s coming up: A tech meltdown in the middle of a recording What we learned about preparation—and panic An interesting journey home Our survival tactics when everything that can go wrong… does And...

Season 2 | Episode 2 | The One Where We Almost Lost The Business This week on How I Failed in Business, things get real . Like, “we nearly lost the business” real. 😬 Join us as we dive into a rollercoaster of a week - filled with big laughs, a few small 'oopsie' moments, and one BIG, big mistake. What's in store ... The return of one of our all-time favourite games Try out a brand-new one Chat ab...

Season 2 | Episode 1 | A New Chapter | How I Failed In Business Welcome to Season 2 of How I Failed in Business—the podcast that celebrates failure! We're back, bolder than ever, and kicking off this season with a fresh new voice behind the mic... In this exciting season opener, Rob is joined by brand-new co-host, Megan Grace , as we ✅ Dive into what's ahead for the show ✅ Share what what we are...

Season One | Episode 85 | How I Failed in Business 🚨 It’s the end of an era. 🚨 This is it—Sophia’s FINAL episode of How I Failed in Business. 😢 After an incredible run of business blunders, hilarious moments, and the occasional good idea , it’s time to say goodbye. But don’t worry, we’re not letting her go without a proper send-off. 🎙 In this episode: ✅ We play some of our favourite games for...