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Sir Richard Harpin grew his business HomeServe from a single idea to a £4.1bn sale. On the Business Leader Podcast, he speaks to entrepreneurs and business leaders about the moments that shaped their success and failure, unlocking original advice and practical insights for anyone building or leading a business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The 100-day blueprint for business turnarounds
In this episode of the Business Leader Podcast, Bill Canady, a turnaround expert, shares insights on how businesses can recover from critical challenges within a 100-day window.
25 Sep 2025 · 30mOakNorth and Rishi Khosla
Rishi Khosla, Co-founder and CEO of OakNorth
23 Sep 2025 · 29mThe secret to building a truly innovative culture
Innovation is crucial for any business aiming for growth and relevance. This episode explores how to cultivate a culture where innovation thrives, featuring insights from industry leaders.
18 Sep 2025 · 27mCoffee Nation, Costa Express and the UK's coffee revolution
In this episode of the Business Leader Podcast, host Graeme Ruddick interviews Martyn Dawes, the founder of Coffee Nation, which evolved into Costa Express.
16 Sep 2025 · 34mWhat AI can really do for your business today
Matt Weaver, Solutions Engineering Team Lead at OpenAI
11 Sep 2025 · 21mThe British CEO behind WD-40
Richard Harpin interviews entrepreneurs and business leaders about their successes and failures, offering practical insights for those in the business world.
9 Sep 2025 · 30mThe real power of emotional intelligence in business
The Real Power of Emotional Intelligence in Business
4 Sep 2025 · 26mVue cinemas and Tim Richards
Tim Richards, Founder and CEO of Vue International
2 Sep 2025 · 29mCLASSIC EPISODE: Wizz Air
In this classic episode of the *Business Leader Podcast*, Graham Ruddick interviews József Váradi, the founder and CEO of Wizz Air, discussing the journey of building one of Europe’s largest low-cost…
26 Aug 2025 · 39m
The Turnaround episode 5 - Success, succession and starting again
The Turnaround Episode 5 - Success, Succession, and Starting Again
20 Aug 2025 · 38mCLASSIC EPISODE: Castore
In this classic episode of the Business Leader Podcast, host Graham Ruddick interviews Tom Beahon, co-founder and CEO of Castore, a rapidly growing sportswear brand in the UK, often referred to as…
19 Aug 2025 · 59m
The Turnaround episode 4 - How culture can beat complacency
This episode examines what happens after reaching the pinnacle of success, focusing on Exeter Chiefs' journey after securing their first Premiership title and the challenges of maintaining success…
13 Aug 2025 · 38mCLASSIC EPISODE: Gordon Sanghera and Oxford Nanopore
Classic episodes are shared in August due to audience demand.
12 Aug 2025 · 34m
The Turnaround episode 3 - The final they had to lose
In this episode of the Business Leader Podcast, hosted by Richard Harpin, the focus is on Exeter Chiefs and their most challenging year, marked by significant losses and a crisis of confidence.
6 Aug 2025 · 35mCLASSIC EPISODE: Monzo
In this classic episode of the Business Leader Podcast, host Graham Ruddick interviews T.S.
5 Aug 2025 · 34m
How to Make a Billion episode 4: Simon Sinek
In this episode of the *Business Leader Podcast*, Richard Harpin and Graham Ruddick engage in a discussion with Simon Sinek, a renowned author and speaker known for his books *Start With Why* and…
31 Jul 2025 · 57m
The Turnaround episode 2 - The night everything changed
In this episode of the Business Leader Podcast, Richard Harpin dives into the turnaround story of the Exeter Chiefs, a rugby team that transformed from underdogs to Premiership champions.
30 Jul 2025 · 37mNike
In this episode of the Business Leader Podcast, host Graham Ruddick interviews Nike historian Scott Reames, who discusses the history and evolution of Nike, the challenges it faced, and the key…
29 Jul 2025 · 36m
The Turnaround episode 1 - First bold steps
In this inaugural episode of the series "The Turnaround," the podcast focuses on the remarkable journey of the Exeter Chiefs rugby team.
23 Jul 2025 · 31mThe CEO burn-out clinic
In this episode, Dougal Shaw interviews Jan Gerber, CEO of Paracelsus Recovery Clinic in Zurich, which specializes in treating CEOs suffering from burn-out.
22 Jul 2025 · 23m
How to Make a Billion episode 2: Steve Hewitt on Gymshark
In this episode of the Business Leader Podcast, Richard Harpin converses with Steve Hewitt, former CEO of Gymshark, as part of a series exploring Harpin's nine steps to building a billion-pound…
17 Jul 2025 · 57mThe investor who wants to scale-up your business
In this episode, host Graeme Ruddick speaks with Andy Gregory, the Chief Executive of Business Growth Fund (BGF).
15 Jul 2025 · 27m
How to Make a Billion in 9 Steps with Richard Harpin: Episode 1 with Touker Suleyman
The Business Leader Podcast is hosted by Richard Harpin, who grew HomeServe into a £4.1 billion business.
10 Jul 2025 · 47mSir John Hegarty: Why brands still matter in the social media age
Sir John Hegarty, a prominent figure in the UK advertising industry.
8 Jul 2025 · 32m