Podcast · 64 episodes
James Reed: all about business, page 2
by Reed Global · English
'James Reed: all about business' puts you at the heart of fun, dynamic, candid conversation with business leaders, philanthropists and charitable celebrities as they use their journeys to give clear, actionable advice. Hosted by James Reed CBE, the Chairman and CEO of Reed Group, you’ll hear the highs and lows of what it means to be a true business leader to empower you to implement smarter, more meaningful strategy in your business or career.
All episodes, page 2
74. How to grow a business fast and exit successfully | Andrew HulbertAndrew Hulbert, founder of Pareto Facilities Management (built from his bedroom, later sold in Nov 2023), discusses growing a facilities services business fast and exiting successfully.13 Apr 2026 · 1 h · 26 chapters
73. No cows here: Could your pint become your next leather wallet? | TJ MitchellArda Biomaterials’ animal-free, plastic-free “leather” made from waste grain from brewers and distillers; the episode covers TJ Mitchell’s path from chemistry PhD to deep-tech entrepreneurship, how…6 Apr 2026 · 47 min · 27 chapters
72. How to build a successful brand in a competitive market | Steve PerezSteve Perez, founder/chairman of Global Brands Limited (behind VK), explains how to build a consumer brand in a competitive market, using his path from business failure to rapid growth, plus later…30 Mar 2026 · 59 min · 27 chapters
71. The interview method that actually works in 2026 | Will MooreHow to prepare for job interviews in 2026, including research steps, answering “tell me about yourself,” using STAR, staying authentic with achievements, handling weaknesses and challenges, and…23 Mar 2026 · 25 min · 9 chapters
70. The 7 Second CV: What recruiters wish everyone knew | Libby WhiteHow recruiters evaluate CVs in ~7 seconds and what candidates should change to get interviews, including tailoring, professional summaries, achievements, length, AI use, wording, and whether to…16 Mar 2026 · 28 min · 17 chapters
69. The career mistake smart people keep making (and what actually matters) | Sophie ClarkeIn this episode of *All About Business Shorts*, James Reed speaks with Sophie Clarke, a recruitment expert at Reed, about how professionals can think more strategically about their careers.9 Mar 2026 · 25 min · 11 chapters
68. Ex Gordon Ramsay Group CEO reveals his turnaround playbook | Stuart GilliesIn this episode of All About Business, hosted by James Reed, Stuart Gillies, the former CEO of the Gordon Ramsay Group and now a restaurateur, shares his insights on building excellence in the…2 Mar 2026 · 1 h 3 min · 33 chapters
67. How to evolve your offering to grow a service-based business | Gregory Nice + Jack StantonHow to evolve your offering to grow a service-based business23 Feb 2026 · 1 h 7 min · 28 chapters
66. From miniskirts to stem cell therapy: How a fashion leader is changing heart failure treatment | Jenifer Rosenberg OBEIn this episode, James Reed interviews Jenifer Rosenberg OBE, a notable entrepreneur and social impact leader.16 Feb 2026 · 54 min · 26 chapters
65. From Dragon’s Den to Startup Success | Jinesh VohraIn this episode, James Reed speaks with Jinesh Vohra, the Founder and CEO of Sprive, a UK-based fintech app aimed at helping homeowners pay off their mortgages faster without altering their lifestyle.9 Feb 2026 · 58 min · 24 chapters
64. How to convert visibility into sales and long-term growth | Penelope ChilversIn this episode, James Reed hosts Penelope Chilvers, an English footwear designer and founder of her eponymous luxury footwear brand.2 Feb 2026 · 56 min · 27 chapters
63. The future of PR and business in an AI world | Francesca GambleIn this episode of "James Reed: All About Business," host James Reed interviews Francesca Gamble, founder of GTN Consultancy.26 Jan 2026 · 1 h 6 min · 23 chapters
62. How to stack revenue: The 3 levers that optimise growth of any local food business | Pete RussellHow UBI (Out of Our Own Backyards) helps local food businesses grow by “stacking revenue” using three levers: price, convenience, and awareness—shifting from centralized food systems to…19 Jan 2026 · 57 min · 21 chapters
61. The email that saved HomeServe and sparked a £4bn business | Sir Richard HarpinRichard Harpin, founder of HomeServe (sold for £4.1bn in 2022), explains how he built a durable “home emergency repairs via subscription” model, survived near-failures, scaled internationally, and…12 Jan 2026 · 1 h 11 min · 34 chapters
60. Gold medal to boardroom: The one olympic method I applied that turned my workforce elite | Adrian Moorhouse MBEIn this episode of *James Reed: All About Business*, host James Reed CBE interviews Adrian Moorhouse MBE, a three-time Olympian and gold medalist.5 Jan 2026 · 1 h 1 min · 34 chapters
59. From rejection to £100m deals: The Netflix pitch that changed British TV | Andy Harries OBEAndy Harries, co-founder/executive chairman of Left Bank Pictures (The Crown, The Queen, Outlander), recounts his path from early TV rejection to building a creative production business that scaled…29 Dec 2025 · 1 h 14 min · 32 chapters
58. Behind the doors of Downton Abbey: Managing the 1,300-year-old Highclere Castle | Lady CarnarvonHow Lady Fiona Carnarvon runs Highclere Castle as a modern hospitality and heritage business—covering staffing, tours, Christmas events, farming economics, brand/reputation, and sustainability—while…22 Dec 2025 · 58 min · 24 chapters
56. Banishing bureaucracy: How Octopus Group built a culture of entrepreneurship leading to a $9 billion valuation | Chris HulattOctopus Group’s “banishing bureaucracy” approach to building an entrepreneurial, values-driven culture, scaling from fund management into energy and other sectors, and creating programs to de-risk…8 Dec 2025 · 58 min · 29 chapters
55. Fame, failure & a 12-stone weight loss: The journey to 2 Michelin stars | Tom KerridgeTom Kerridge discusses his path from dishwashing to building a Michelin-starred pub group, plus leadership/resilience lessons, his 12-stone weight-loss and sobriety journey, and hospitality business…1 Dec 2025 · 51 min · 18 chapters
54. The secret behavioural prompts brands use to influence your choices | Raphy MarchBehavioral science and “prompts” (biases, framing, cues of authority) that shape customer and employee decisions, plus how Cowry Consulting applies it ethically and increasingly with AI.24 Nov 2025 · 1 h 8 min · 32 chapters
53. Titan of the hotel industry reveals the 3 things you need to know to open a luxury hospitality business | Sir Rocco ForteSir Rocco Forte, chairman/CEO of Rocco Forte Hotels, explains what it takes to build and scale a luxury hospitality brand while preserving “sense of place,” personalized service, and family culture,…17 Nov 2025 · 1 h 13 min · 27 chapters
52. Karma Capitalism: Why being a good business IS good business | James Reed CBEJames Reed’s book “Karma Capitalism” argues that capitalism improves when companies embed philanthropy into ownership.10 Nov 2025 · 54 min · 23 chapters
51. Celebrity Traitors finale week: The REAL big dog! Producer and Founder of Studio Lambert | Stephen Lambert OBEStephen Lambert, OBE (CEO of Studio Lambert) discusses how independent TV production grew in the UK, and how Studio Lambert builds successful unscripted formats that travel globally.3 Nov 2025 · 1 h 12 min · 32 chapters
50. How to spot a charity that's a red flag (and how to give smarter) | John SpiersHow to identify “red flag” charities and give more effectively; also discusses EQ Investors’ “philanthropy company” model and tools for finding high-impact charities.27 Oct 2025 · 56 min · 21 chapters