The Beautiful Business Podcast

Sabrina Chevannes is the founder of N0BS , a members’ club for ambitious entrepreneurs that also houses the No Bullsh*t Agency , a full-service creative agency. With over a decade of experience leading her agency, she has worked with major clients like NATO, Sony, and the NHS. Sabrina’s career is packed with accolades, including being named one of the British Interactive Media Association’s Top 10...

About the Guest Jess Baker is a highly accomplished psychologist, award-winning author, and expert in leadership and personal development. With over 15 years of consulting experience, Jess brings a wealth of knowledge and an impressive set of qualifications (MSc, CPsychol, AFBPsS, CBPB) to her work. Her unique approach combines pragmatic solutions with imaginative thinking, making her a sought-aft...

We’re back! The Beautiful Business Podcast kicks off Season 3 with a bang to celebrate the launch of the BenchPress 2025 Survey. This season opener dives into the challenges and opportunities faced by agencies in 2024 and what lies ahead in 2025. In the first episode of Season 3, Chloe and Paul are joined by industry experts Daniel Arhin from The Wow Company and business development advisor Ben Po...

Welcome to the final episode of Season 2 of the Beautiful Business Podcast, brought to you by The Wow Company. This season has been a whirlwind of insightful conversations, inspiring guests, and actionable advice for business leaders and agency owners. In this special wrap-up episode, we’re celebrating the highlights of the year, sharing practical takeaways, and announcing exciting updates for 202...

In this special episode of The Beautiful Business Podcast, co-founders and lifelong friends Paul Bulpitt and Peter Czapp take us on a nostalgic and humorous journey through the 20-year story of The Wow Company. From their spirited debate over whose surname should headline the business (thankfully vetoed in favour of “WOW”) to Peter’s childhood stint on TV showcasing his antique elephant collection...

In this episode of The Beautiful Business Podcast, Lucy Adams, founder of Disruptive HR, joins us to share her revolutionary approach to people management and building exceptional workplace cultures. Frustrated with the lack of innovation in traditional HR models, Lucy founded Disruptive HR to tackle these challenges head-on, and she has since become a leading voice in rethinking how organisations...

In this episode of Beautiful Business, Chloe speaks with Nils Leonard, co-founder of Uncommon , the creative studio behind some of the most thought-provoking work in branding today. Nils brings a profound understanding of what it takes to build brands that resonate—not through fleeting trends but through meaningful, lasting connections. At the heart of Uncommon’s ethos is the belief that the best...

Blair Enns, the visionary behind Win Without Pitching , joins us to chat about how creative professionals approach sales. Sharing his insights from a tranquil mountain village in British Columbia, Blair challenges the traditional sales narrative with integrity-based selling and value-based pricing. With his latest book, "The Four Conversations," Blair encourages shifting from providing solutions t...

Gulliver Moore, the creative force behind Sunday Treat , takes us on a remarkable journey from electro band music enthusiast to the helm of a thriving agency that collaborates with some of the world's biggest brands, including Google and Revolut. Gulliver shares the secret sauce behind Sunday Treat's success: a strong team culture that values people over rigid goals. Discover how the agency's uniq...

In this episode, Katy Howell, founder of Immediate Future, shares her personal and professional challenges, offering listeners a candid insight into her experience with mental health and burnout. Katy opens up about the pressures of being a people pleaser, which contributed to a toxic work environment, and explores how self-reflection and recognising personal stress triggers were crucial to her re...

In this episode, Dominic Monkhouse delves into the challenges faced by CEOs leading agencies with fewer than 30 employees. Drawing from his extensive experience, he shares his approach to building a high-performing team that can drive company growth. Dominic emphasises the need to hire “A players”—the top 10% of available talent for any given role—as these individuals are five to ten times more pr...

In this episode, Chloe interviews Professor Nancy Doyle, the founder of Genius Within , to discuss neurodiversity and the incredible work her organisation is doing. They explore Nancy’s personal journey, the origins of Genius Within, and the concept of neurodiversity, including the growing awareness of self-diagnosis and the idea of a ‘spiky profile’ in neurodivergent individuals. Nancy shares ins...

Simon Dixon and Aporva Baxi, the creative masterminds behind DixonBaxi, share their journey of nearly three decades navigating the world of design and branding. Get ready for an engaging conversation that goes beyond conventional business wisdom, as Simon's love for Northern Soul music and Aporva's vintage Nintendo game collection reveal the authentic personalities driving their dynamic leadership...

Ever wondered what it takes to scale a boutique agency into a global powerhouse? Join us for a conversation with Rob Pierre, co-founder of Jellyfish Agency, who shares his extraordinary journey from Trinidad to the UK and the innovative principles that have propelled his success. Discover Rob's unique approach to leadership, which emphasises accountability and aligning capabilities with initiative...

Leadership coach, mentor, and entrepreneur Chris Parry shares her journey from punk music enthusiast to founder of the Centre for High Performance Development. With a career punctuated by leading her consultancy to the Sunday Times' top 100 small businesses and its eventual acquisition by IBM, Chris opens up about the trials and triumphs of building a values-driven business. Her story is one of pa...

How do you balance profit with purpose in a high-stakes creative industry? Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the inspiring journey of Dines , the co-founder and creative director of Studio BLUP. From its humble beginnings as a university project to becoming a multi-award-winning creative powerhouse, Dines shares his relentless drive and the personal motivations that fuel his quest...

How do you grow a business from a bedroom startup to a thriving agency? In this episode we’re joined by Simon Barbato, CEO and founder of Mr B and Friends. Simon shares his incredible journey of building an agency, navigating the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the strategic moves that led to significant milestones like acquiring Future Kings and launching a new London office. Listen as S...

Ever wondered how embracing failure can transform your career? Join us as Amy Sandler, the lead coach and podcast host at Radical Candor, reveals the secrets behind her remarkable journey from academia to executive coaching, and even stand-up comedy and firewalking. Through her personal anecdotes, Amy shares the significance of preparation, community, and intention-setting in overcoming extreme ch...

In this episode of the Beautiful Business podcast, host Chloe interviews Nikki Gatenby , a leading figure in the agency world known for delivering outstanding results. Nikki shares her insights on building successful businesses that balance purpose, positioning, people, product, planet, and platforms. Drawing from her experience transforming Propellernet into a global marketing organisation and SA...

In this episode of the Beautiful Business Podcast, host Yiuwin Tsang and guest, Gavin Willis , Founder of Search Seven , discuss the intricacies and benefits of balancing profit with purpose in business, particularly through charity partnerships and fundraising. Gavin shares insights and experiences from his journey, offering valuable perspectives on integrating social impact into a business model...

In this podcast episode, Ritam Gandhi, the founder of Studio Graphene, a digital product agency with a unique hybrid model of in-house and outsourced teams, shares his decade-long journey of growing an international agency. The discussion covers various aspects of entrepreneurship, leadership, and team building.  Hosted by Yiuwin Tsang, the episode provides valuable insights into the process of bu...

In our second podcast episode with Stephen Moffitt from We Are Atmosphere ,  we look at how to create visionary leadership amidst global uncertainty. Our host, Yiuwin Tsang, and Stephen talk about the critical skills of leaders which include being able to adapt to uncertainty and guide senior teams through the process of envisioning the future and embracing any necessary personal changes.  Stephen...

On the podcast this week we bring you the second part of our conversation with Dene Stuart , founder of The Exceptional Leader Academy . Hosted by Yiuwin Tsang, this episode looks at how learning to lead before leading others is essential because it lays the foundation for effective leadership. Leadership involves guiding and inspiring others, which requires a deep understanding of oneself, includ...

In this week's podcast, join Yiuwin Tsang and Ritam Gandhi , founder of Studio Graphene ,  in this enlightening conversation that unravels the layers of B Corp certification, sustainability in digital product development, and the pivotal role they play in shaping the culture of a global agency.  Listen to this episode to learn more about: - B Corp certification and its impact on a global agency's...

In this week’s podcast host Yiuwin Tsang talks to Stephen Moffitt from We Are Atmosphere about building adaptable businesses, overcoming fear of change, and the practical steps you need to take for success. They discuss the great shift happening in society, driven by technological, climate, economic, and geopolitical changes and how Stephen believes this shift will lead to a very different future...