Fail Forward

Welcome to this episode of the Fail Forward podcast.

In this episode I talk to John Beamson aka The CEO Adventurer.

"Be the first domino of happiness every day"

During a humorous and inspiring 55 minutes John talks about his journey from life in the British Army to leading ambitious CEOs on "robust days out" that test their endurance, challenging them to embrace life outside their comfort zone.

Triggered to make business changing decisions following no holds barred "constructive criticism" from renowned coaches, John took a brave step. Closing one of his successful businesses, he went all in to follow his passion - The CEO Adventurer.

From a complete overhaul of how he presented himself and his business, to his impulsive decision to embark on the biggest challenge of his life, John's zest for life is evident.

We explore what happiness means to John, the adverse impact of wealth and why DBS is his motto for life.

This frank and often funny episode poses questions that could seriously change your approach to the day - every day.

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Welcome to this episode of the Fail Forward podcast.

In the longest episode of the Fail Forward Podcast to date, I talk to Jay Allen, qualified psychologist, former social worker, medically retired Sergeant Major of the British Army, business mentor and creator of the "Add a Zero" business growth methodology.

Jay shares his story of life before the British Army to life as a leading business mentor and lecturer leading fascinating research into the causes of business failure.

After joining the army for a 5 year stint to clear his student debt, Jay was medically retired due to life changing injuries almost 13 years later, following a successful military career.

Jay talks candidly about the impact of his injuries and the rehab that followed, how being sectioned under the Mental Health Act turned out to be a pivotal positive point in his life and his shocking experience of job hunting on Civvy Street.

After 147 interviews in ten months and on the brink of financial disaster, Jay took drastic action to secure a job cutting grass at a country pile in the north, eventually catapulting Jay into the world of business where he transformed one the country's best known supermarket chains.

In true Fail Forward style, what follows is a fascinating journey of ups, downs, twists and turns that is sure to leave you inspired.

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Welcome to this episode of the Fail Forward podcast discussing learning to love your competitors.

I once heard someone exclaim that they would prefer their business failed than spend time in the same space as their biggest competitor.

That's a whole load of negative energy and emotion being expended in a completely pointless way. Competition always has, and always will, exist.

And I think that's an amazing thing!

Why?

Have a listen to this episode and I'll challenge you to consider, wIthout competition what drives you to innovate? To be better? To create innovative solutions?

How do you stop yourself becoming complacent?

I also share how one of my MAIN competitors became the lifeline I needed when I lost my business.

Find out why you need to find yourself some "competi-mates" and embrace all the great stuff that can come from doing so.

And if you're a Southampton FC fan - there's definitely food for thought for you!

Listen now and if you need any feedback or inspiration, I'd love to hear from you. My inboxes are open and I'm happy to help you understand how to create a plan that will move you towards your goals.

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In this episode we are talking about the very serious, and incredibly sad fact that suicide is the biggest killer of men under 50 years of age in the UK.

A staggering and heartbreaking statistic I am sure you will agree.

Regular listeners will already know that I am passionate about reaching as many people as possible in order to overcome the fear of failure.

Yet the stark reality is, too many people - but especially men - feel they have no alternative but to take their own lives.

I urge you to take just 13 minutes to listen to this episode.

But more than that, I urge you to take action.

To reach out to someone if this episode resonates because you are feeling low.

To reach out if you think someone you know, might be feeling overwhelmingly low.

And to share this episode on your social media channels.

If this episode prevents just one person from taking the devastating decision to take their own life, that's one family who won't lose a loved one, friends who won't have to attend the funeral of someone they would have given anything to save and one less avoidable statistic.

In advance - thank you for listening and for sharing.

It's never weak or "unmanly" to talk about our feelings. Let's quicken the pace of change and save lives now.

Finally if you listen to this episode and need to talk, my DMs are open.

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Welcome to this episode of the Fail Forward podcast.

Whether you're a New Year Resolution setter or not, there is something about January that makes (almost) everyone think about their goals and ambitions for the coming year.

In just 10 minutes I'll take you through how to approach your goal setting in a methodical way and why you must start by reflecting on what went well, and not so well, last year.

As you know, this podcast is all about taking the positives from our failures - large or small - in order to fail forward. And with that in mind I'll explain why you need to look at your past successes before the stuff that didn't quite go how you'd have liked it to.

By the end of the episode you'll understand how to enjoy the benefits of generating a positive compound effect while avoiding harmful negative compound effects. If you're thinking, "I'm doing OK, why should I bother setting goals?" My response is, think of goals like a sat nav for your business. Without them, you might still get where you want to be, but with them you'll get there faster and more efficiently.

Finally, I have a small favour to ask in this episode and I hope that all my regular listeners will be able to help. Listen now and if you need any feedback or inspiration, I'd love to hear from you. My inboxes are open and I'm happy to help you understand how to create a plan that will move you towards your goals.

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Welcome to this episode of the Fail Forward podcast.

In this episode I talk to Ben Drury, a.k.a The Culture Guy.

During an insightful 49 minutes Ben shares fascinating observations of the behaviours, language and mindset that can make or break a company by creating a culture that is just plain wrong!

Like many of my guests, Ben didn't leave school aspiring to help companies create a great culture. Rather his reputation as The Culture Guy is the result of a diverse career working for a mix of bosses from toxic to transformational. He noticed how various leaders would behave towards their teams and the impact different styles had on the people inside organisations, ultimately leading him to this point.

If you think company culture is a fluffy subject that's not relevant to your business,nor something you just don't have time for, I challenge you to listen to this episode and reconsider. The benefits are laid bare - including the potential to improve revenue by up to 700% for the companies who really nail a great company culture.

Generous with his knowledge, Ben shares the three things you have to address in order to create "relationships with purpose", he highlights why investing in your company culture is basic good business sense, and explains why he believes that companies which fail to take action now are lining themselves up to fail in the future

This fast paced and thought provoking episode will leave you in no doubt that, in order to build a profitable and sustainable business with a team who "have your back" you must start by creating the right culture.

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Welcome to this episode of the Fail Forward podcast.

In this episode I'm talking to multiple business owner, Jack Jiggens.

During the next hour Jack shares his journey from the earliest days of eBay trading as a 14 year old, to the owner of multiple property businesses - who still trades on eBay when the right opportunities arise.

Like everyone who has featured on the podcast, Jack's story is a fascinating listen. You'll hear why he knew employment wasn't for him from the day he left uni, how he grew a food prep business whilst working full time in a demanding sales role and what drove him to quit his job despite not being sure what the future had in store.

It was while he was working on building sites that property development opportunities came about. Despite having years of experience on the delivery side of construction, Jack knew that he needed to learn more about the technical side of the industry - from planning to design, legals to financing - if he wanted to build the portfolio he could clearly see was possible.

But building successful businesses wasn't without hiccups and Jack shares his experience of failing forward, including how he felt when his Dad refused to back one of his earliest ventures in the world of gym ownership.

Jack shares how every setback he's encountered has forged greater resilience and drive to achieve his goals whilst adapting and improving at every opportunity.

Of course not forgetting Jack's response to the question I ask all guests, "What does failure mean to you?"

This fast-paced, energetic episode is sure to leave you feeling inspired and clear that the only way to grow is to get comfortable with failing and understand how to use it as your very-own super power. Because after all, what's the worst that can happen if you try?

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Welcome to this episode of the Fail Forward podcast.

In this episode I'm talking to Jamie Stewart, business coach and one of the founders of Circle Networks.

During the next 50 minutes Jamie and I set out to get to the core of why some networking activity works whilst others don't. Jamie shares his journey from the corporate world to creating a business that supports his life's priorities, and how he's made the shift from anti-networker to the co-founder of a growing network.

In previous episodes I've often talked about the importance of building strong networks despite the fact that I walked away from my first ever networking event without even making it through the door.

Jamie openly admits that he resisted networking for a full four years before finally agreeing to give it a go and having his eyes opened to the potential. In his first year on the networking scene he made £18,000 in sales followed by £88,000 in his second year.

What made the difference? He learned how to "do networking" properly.

And now he's on a mission to help others leverage the power of their own networks; social, personal and professional, in order to successfully scale their businesses in a planned and purposeful way.

Jamie shares the secret to great networking, how to know when you're not networking in the right place, and why business networking has to start with YOU not your job title.

Throughout this episode we explore how our mindset and attitude affects the success we all have in our business, and finishes with an amazing offer for listeners.

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Welcome to this episode of the Fail Forward podcast.

In this episode I'm talking to Graham Todd, a.k.a Todd, owner of Spaghetti Agency.

During the next 45 minutes Todd shares his journey from employed wine delivery driver to heading up his own digital marketing agency with a very strong brand identity.

Like many of my guests, Todd's story is a fascinating listen. You'll hear his humorous reflections of how a wine tasting event he shouldn't have been at was the catalyst to leaving his marriage, job and home to set up his own business. And how Twitter paved the way for his success in love and in business.

If you've ever struggled to trust in your inner voice, Todd shares how he answers his own questions, why he is a firm believer in the value of coaches and explains what happens when his adult brain and 7 year old brain have a difference of opinion.

Just when you think you've got all the value you can from "Todd on the Pod" (sorry, I couldn't not say it!) he shares why giving up alcohol has probably been the single most important decision he's ever made. Far from trying to convince others to follow suit, Todd simply sets out his observations and personal experience.

Learn why he feels we are hoodwinked by the media to believe boozing is synonymous with success and having a good time. And why you owe it to yourself to be your own best friend.

Of course not forgetting Todd's response to the question I ask all guests, "What does failure mean to you?"

This amusing and inspiring episode will leave you wondering, if nothing's guaranteed then why not steer your own ship and deal with any disasters in your own way!

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Welcome to this episode of the Fail Forward podcast.

In this episode I am talking about recession.

More specifically - I am urging you, as a business owner and entrepreneur, to proactively seek out the opportunity that arises in every recession.

And to not talk yourself into making emotionally charged decisions based on the doom and gloom of the mainstream media.

There is no denying that times are tough for lots of people right now. But history shows us that:

👉 Recessions are part of the economic cycle.

👉 When viewed as part of the bigger picture, they do not usually last long.

👉 They are always followed by periods of growth.

👉 More millionaires are made in recessions than in any other economic period.

If you are worried about your business - reach out. The absolute worst thing you can do is bury your head in the sand and hope any problems will go away.

Talk to me. Talk to friends and family. Talk to a business advisor. Don't suffer in silence.

If things aren't bad for you right now - that's great news. Focus on your own course of action and avoid overindulging in mainstream media. Keep working towards your goals, adapt and evolve if you need to.

⭐️ Build a positive culture.

⭐️ Know your numbers.

⭐️ Have your sales and marketing in place.

⭐️ Create processes to make you lean, agile and efficient.

And keep failing forward.

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