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How to Lead, Grow & Transform At Scale: Lessons From BT & Salesforce
In this episode of Billionaire Business, Chris and Ian sit down with Gavin Patterson, former CEO of BT and President of Salesforce as they discuss what it really means to lead billion-pound businesses.
Gavin draws on his experience running global organisations on both sides of the Atlantic, sharing practical leadership lessons from the top. He explores strategic decision-making at scale, the realities of driving cultural transformation, and the importance of building, developing, and motivating high-performing sales teams in complex organisations.
The episode also explores:
Gavin also reflects on the importance of leading by example, building trust with boards and frontline teams, and maintaining a relentless focus on execution, not just strategy. He shares real-world stories from his time at BT and Salesforce, offering insights into how transparency, data-driven decision-making, and consistent leadership behaviours sustain momentum at scale.
Tune in to hear hard-earned lessons from the very top of global business and discover what it takes to lead, grow, and transform organisations operating at billion-pound scale.
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By Chris Godsmark & Ian FishwickHow to Lead, Grow & Transform At Scale: Lessons From BT & Salesforce
In this episode of Billionaire Business, Chris and Ian sit down with Gavin Patterson, former CEO of BT and President of Salesforce as they discuss what it really means to lead billion-pound businesses.
Gavin draws on his experience running global organisations on both sides of the Atlantic, sharing practical leadership lessons from the top. He explores strategic decision-making at scale, the realities of driving cultural transformation, and the importance of building, developing, and motivating high-performing sales teams in complex organisations.
The episode also explores:
Gavin also reflects on the importance of leading by example, building trust with boards and frontline teams, and maintaining a relentless focus on execution, not just strategy. He shares real-world stories from his time at BT and Salesforce, offering insights into how transparency, data-driven decision-making, and consistent leadership behaviours sustain momentum at scale.
Tune in to hear hard-earned lessons from the very top of global business and discover what it takes to lead, grow, and transform organisations operating at billion-pound scale.
Follow & Catch Up With Us
Want more from Billionaire Business Podcast? Tap in for exclusive content, behind-the-scenes moments, and everything that doesn’t make it into the mic.
Follow Ian Fishwick:
LinkedIn: linkenin.com/in/ianfishwick
Email: [email protected]
Follow Chris Godsmark:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chrisgodsmark
Email: [email protected]
Follow Billionaire Business:
Website: www.billionairebusiness.net/
Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/billionaire-business-podcast