PJ Tips Podcast Leading Business Change

Only an Idiot Would Do 25 M&As with guest Martin Flick Welcome to the PJ Tips Podcast, where we dig into the real stories behind leading business change — the hits, the hurdles, and the hard-earned lessons that build better businesses. In this episode, I’m joined by Martin Flick, an award-winning CEO who’s spent nearly three decades leading and growing tech and communications companies — from...

PJ Tips Podcast Leading Business Change with Sacha Tanner, Leading Without Fear Leadership is one of the most talked about topics in business today, and for good reason. In a world of constant change, shifting markets, and increasing pressure on both performance and people, the way we lead can make or break an organisation, and the people in it. Yet too often leadership is treated like a badge of...

This podcast isn’t just for those in construction or infrastructure. If you’re working with teams, suppliers, or external partners, you’ll take away many practical lessons. At the heart of it all is a fundamental question: Are we just delivering projects, or are we building something that truly matters? Join me in this thought-provoking discussion with John Pelton MBE. Whether you’re leading a bus...

Will Men Ever Understand the Menopause? They Must—Or Face the Consequences Menopause isn’t just a “women’s issue.” It’s a human issue. It affects careers, relationships, businesses, and the economy. Yet, far too many men remain unaware, uncomfortable, or worse—dismissive. And that ignorance comes at a cost. In this episode, I chat with Sally Higham , an expert in talent acquisition, HR and employe...

In this episode of PJ TIPS, I’m joined by Natalie Rogers, Chief People Officer, and Oliver Stockdale, Head of Talent Development at N Brown Group, the online retail and financial services business behind brands like Jacamo. We explore the realities of business change, focusing on Agile Transformation—what it is, why it matters, and thechallenges of shifting from a traditional catalogue retailer to...

In this captivating episode of PJ Tips Podcast, I sit down with Mark Preston, Motorsport Director at Lola, to discuss his triumphant return to the world of Formula E. Mark's storied career spans decades, from leading the Super Aguri F1 Team and launching it in record time, to winning the Formula E World Championship as Team Principal at DS Techeetah. Now, as MotorSport Director, he is leading Lola...

Welcome to the Podcast on Leading Business Change, focusing on Intentional Culture Change. This series brings together top business minds to share their real-world experiences in driving meaningful change. This episode is a must-listen for anyone serious about transforming their organisation’s culture. Our guest, Robert Rigby-Hall, offers a genuinely global perspective on culture change, speaking...

An inspiring and insightful conversation with MDL Marina's Managing Director, Michael Glanville. Michael was Voted one of the MOST AMBITIOUS LEADERS in the UK by LDC, and he's certainly one to watch. In this episode of PJ Tips 'Leading Business Change' podcast, Michael and I talk about the Marine Industry, clients, boats, services, property and expectations. So is MDL a marina comp...

In this episode, Emma Straughan hijacks my PJ Tips podcast to interview me. Emma decided it was time, I opened up, and shared more about me, and why we started these podcasts. I confess to being nervous!! And its not easy opening up about deeper emotions, purpose and family matters. In the first half we talk business, change and podcasts. In the second half she asks some quick fire - more personal...

As it's National Apprenticeship Week in the UK, we have recorded a podcast to discuss and promote the value of Apprentices and Apprenticeships, with particular regard to Leading Business Change and bridging the Skills Gap in Digital Transformation. Unlocking the Potential of Apprenticeships: A Journey with Alison Galvin MBE Embark on a transformative voyage as we delve into the world of Appren...

In this PJ Tips Podcast on Leading Business Change, our guest Gwen Stirling Wilkie shares insights, stories and top tips on Beyond Hybrid Working. Gwen has recently published a book Omni-Working, which talks a lot about the need and value of flexibility in work. Not just where we work, but how we work. If you think Omni or Flexible working is tough to achieve in your world, imagine integrating Omn...

In this PJ Tips podcast on Leading Business Change, Neil Barrie talks us through the new playbook for 21st century brand building, and shares his purpose to 'challenge leaders to create a positive cultural legacy’. Its a high energy ride, so hang on. It so worth it! Neil was CSO of Chiat Day Los Angeles from 2014-2018, and spent most of his time working on Airbnb. Here he met up with Jonathan...

In this PJ Tips podcast, I talk Sport, Leadership and Sustainability with the World's Greenest CEO, Henry Staelens. Having sold a couple of businesses, Henry became the youngest football club CEO when he took over at Forest Green Rovers. Henry has very clear views on leadership and sustainability, and since recording this, has started a new challenging role as CEO at Ice Hockey UK - why, becau...

“As a leader, it’s about the actions you take, not the words you use.” This was one of the references that Emma Hardaker-Jones makes in the podcast. Its big and brave as are many of the other insights and information she shares about herself as leader, the business and the changing face of leadership today. Emma is Group HR Director at Legal & General, though her title might better be describe...

The topic for this podcast is the Value of Boards, and more specifically about value and impact of Non Executive Directors ( NEDs). Are NEDs a waste of money or an essential part of the business? And to help us unpick and better understand it, is Ian Shepherd. Ian is Chairman of the PE-backed retailer Bensons for Beds. Over the last 25 years, Ian has served as CEO, COO and in a number of senior co...

Our thirst for the freedom to travel at will causes many challenges against the back drop of climate change, behaviours and manufacturing, so how can we solve the multiple challenges and retain our freedom, and at what price? Are Electric Vehicles the answer to our mobility? Whats better for the environment, a new EV or an old 100,000 mile diesel - is new the best option?  Who is responsible...

The Red Arrows, Britain’s best loved High Performance Team, is the topic for this podcast with guest Red Arrow Mike Ling, MBE. This podcast is about High Performance Teams and Teamwork. Mike shares deep insights into what makes the Red Arrows such a High Performing Team and suggests ways in which businesses can learn from the Red Arrows and improve their business, performance and team work. For ma...

Why businesses must stop trying to empower women, and put their money where their mouth is.  In this provocative, insightful and current conversation with Rebecca Leppard, she tells why we must stop trying to empower women, and what businesses need to focus on. And yes, that means money! No, not just in salaries, but in infrastructure, education, support and even health care.  I can alre...

In this PJ Tips Leading Business Change podcast, guests David Blower Executive Director at Stonewater Housing Association and Merje Shaw, Design Researcher and Strategist, join me to discuss 'Staying Human: Ethics as an Advantage'  Stonewater is a leading social housing provider, with a mission to deliver good quality, affordable homes to people who need them most. With well over 30,000 homes...

Daniel Lamarre, is the long time CEO and now Executive Vice-Chairman of the Board at Cirque du Soleil He is widely regarded as the driver behind Cirque du Soleil's successful global strategy. He is named in books and the (Blue Ocean) case study is used in MBA programmes globally. Originally composed of 20 street performers in 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group completely reinvented circus...

Nicole Bearne is Head of Internal Communications at Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team.  Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Motorsport is the works Formula One Team of Mercedes-Benz and competes in the FIA Formula One World Championship, the pinnacle of world motorsport and the largest annual sporting series in the world. The team has a combined workforce of some 1500 people, based at two world-class...

Why HR Cannot be responsible for Organisational Culture, with Vindou Duc.  Vindou joins us from Switzerland for this PJ Tips Podcast, where she is based and runs her Consulting business. Vindou has nearly 30 years global business experience ranging from Formula One to Pharmaceuticals with companies such PwC and Novartis.  She left corporate life a few years ago, and set up Next Step Mana...

Let me introduce you to my esteemed guest for this podcast, Lord Mark Price. Lord Mark Price is the former government Minister of Trade, former Managing Director of Waitrose, and Deputy Chairman of the John Lewis Partnership. Mark was also Chairman of Business in the Community. Mark is the president of the CMI, a board member of Coca Cola European Partners and founder of WorkL. He has spent over f...

In this PJ Tips Podcast on Leading Business Change we welcome Chris Cook, Olympic Swimmer, successful Business owner, Speaker and Coach.... who's chuckle is infectious.  He'll tell you about the difference between self belief... and self knowing... and he shares a story about Adam Peaty and Usain Bolt to underline this.  If you want reduce distractions and resistance, and Speed up your P...

Many businesses are seeking to improve performance in businesses and in teams. Businesses want more for and from their people.  Businesses often say they feel they have reached the limit of growth and improvement through standard processes and models and are now looking more deeply into the wealth of potential, knowledge and creativity that exists in people, to help the business grow.  W...