• Episode 5 - How Productivity Fuels Profits
    Jun 17 2024

    Welcome to Episode 5 of "Life of a Business Leader"! In this insightful session, Royston talks with Paul Murphy, CEO of Jersey Business, to discuss productivity's crucial role in driving business growth and profitability.

    Productivity might not be the most glamorous topic, but it's vital for any business aiming to succeed. Paul and I dive deep into how businesses can reframe their approach to productivity, making it an essential agenda item rather than an afterthought. We explore practical strategies and actionable tips for business leaders to enhance productivity within their teams and organisations.

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    45 mins
  • Episode 4 - The leadership dilemma: Do hard skills trump soft skills?
    May 23 2024

    In this episode, Royston talks with Chris Brindley, MBE, who has over thirty years of leadership experience. Chris was voted Britain’s best boss, helped build innovative businesses, and now works as a NED in several companies and organisations. Their conversation centres around whether, as a leader, hard skills trump soft skills, soft skills trump hard skills, or are they both equally important. A fascinating 45 minutes of listening awaits as two inspirational leaders share their views and experiences.

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    49 mins
  • Episode 3 - Artificial Intelligence versus The Business Leader
    Apr 23 2024

    In this episode, Royston talks with Andy Delaney, Founder of AskHollie, about all things AI (Artificial Intelligence) and its implications for leaders and businesses. Key questions addressed include: Is AI a friend or foe? (It can be a positive tool for businesses if adopted strategically)How fast is AI moving? (The pace varies by industry, but it's a rapidly evolving field)How can businesses assess AI's potential impact? (Discussing its implications and exploring possible use cases with a people-first approach). What
    What practical steps can businesses take to get started with AI adoption?

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    54 mins
  • Episode 2 - From Head of Operations to CEO in 2 years
    Mar 22 2024

    In episode 2, Royston talks with Stephanie Gibaut, CEO of Macmillan Jersey, about her rise from Head of Operations to CEO in just two years. Macmillan Jersey's mission is to support people affected by cancer and their loved ones while helping to shape the Island's strategy for cancer care. Stephanie leads the charity in terms of strategy and the people responsible for ensuring it has a sustainable income now and in the future.

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    38 mins
  • Episode 1 - A Fresh Face to Our Podcast Series
    Feb 21 2024

    On the newly rebranded and refreshed Podcast "The Life Of A Business Leader', Royston is put in the hot seat by Pathways Chief Marketing Officer Jane Guest, who also happens to be his wife! Get insight and a behind-the-scenes take into Royston's life as a business leader with the person who knows him best asking the questions! This first episode of the new 'The Life Of A Business Leader' podcast series is not to be missed.

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    45 mins
  • E19: Leadership lessons from Silverstone GP circuit with Lee Philips
    Aug 11 2022

    Imagine being part of an elite relay team competing in the 2022 C1 Racing Club 24 hr race at Silverstone. One of the most gruelling events in the calendar and certainly not for the faint-hearted.

    Lee Phillips my guest for Episode 19 of Talking Pathways was one of the drivers racing alongside a celebrity racing driver and colleagues Kevin Dengate and Tom Smith. We’ll be discussing Leadership lessons we can all learn from, centred on strategy, teamwork, communication, resilience, focus, handling setbacks and so much more…

    You’ll not want to miss this one – there are golden nuggets dropped everywhere!

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    27 mins
  • EP18: Planning Success…Why failing to plan is like planning to fail!
    Nov 12 2021

    Whenever you plan, you plan to succeed. The converse is also true. Whenever you don’t plan…you plan to fail!

    In this provocative Talking Pathways episode, Iain and Royston debate the dos and don’ts for planning success including how planning can…

    • Massively accelerate your probability and strike rate of achieving your desired outcomes and end state
    • Drive better quality decision making
    • Allow you to hunt out the quick wins, celebrate marginal gains and build momentum
    • Enable agility through a ‘test and learn fast’ approach; and
    • Will guarantee you’re on the front foot and firmly in the driver’s seat

    They discuss two golden gems centred on how the 80/20 principle applies to your planning success and why if Plan A doesn’t work, the great news is there are 25 more letters in the alphabet!

    This is a podcast you will not want to miss!

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    39 mins
  • EP17: BizShui™…Why it’s your secret weapon to thrive in your business and life
    Oct 29 2021

    Talking Pathways is back…and back with a great guest!

    Joining Royston this week is Claire Boscq, recently appointed CEO of the Jersey Hospitality Association, Founder of BizShui™, The Secret Weapon to thrive as well as Author of Thrive to Hive.

    With three decades of experience in customer service, UK Top 20 CX Influencer, No.3 Customer Services Global Guru and CX Thought Leader 2021, it’s no wonder Claire is a leading authority in the Customer Experience Industry and is in the prime of her career.

    In this Episode, Royston and Claire share 3 simple steps to enhance your workspace, productivity, balance and performance. They discuss and look at the physical environment, personal state of being and customer experience.

    Whether you’re working from home or back in the office, this is going to be a thought-provoking, Podcast - definitely not to be missed.





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    28 mins