On the 250th episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast, Anthony Woodhouse, Chairman of Hall & Woodhouse, shares insights into the legacy of the family-owned brewery and pub company, which has been in operation since 1777.

He discusses the challenges and triumphs of maintaining a family business over generations, the importance of reinvestment in the company and community, and the balance between tradition and innovation in the hospitality sector.

Anthony emphasises the need for educating future generations about the business's values and the impact of structural changes in the industry.

Anthony discusses the evolution of pub culture, emphasising the changing demographics of pub-goers. He also addresses the significance of succession planning in family businesses, sharing insights on legacy and the need for a forward-looking mindset.

This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers…

The importance of being a custodian of the family business.

How reinvestment leads to longevity.

Community impact over shareholder profits.

Educating the next generation.

Balancing tradition with innovation.

Headwinds in the hospitality sector.

Changes in pub culture and demographics.

Moral decisions leading to better commercial outcomes.

Trusting the next generation.

Engagement with the community.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Hall & Woodhouse

02:56 Custodians of a Legacy

05:58 Longevity in Family Businesses

09:04 Reinvestment and Community Impact

11:56 Educating Future Generations

15:13 Balancing Tradition with Innovation

18:13 Headwinds in the Hospitality Sector

26:10 Pub Culture and Gender Dynamics

31:27 The Brewing Legacy

36:15 Succession Planning

39:18 Mindset Shift

46:08 Personal Definition of Success

On this episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast, Jo and Oscar Hjälmås discuss their journey as co-owners of Baggette + Co., a financial services firm.

They share insights on their management buyout experience, the importance of maintaining company culture during rapid growth, and the strategies they implemented to ensure effective communication and team engagement.

In this engaging conversation, Jo and Oscar discuss the delicate balance between delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring financial viability in their business. They share insights on navigating personal and professional boundaries while working together as a couple, the impact of family dynamics on their business, and their definitions of success both personally and professionally.

This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers…

• The importance of defining roles and responsibilities in a partnership.
• Effective communication.
• Celebrating team successes.
• Customer satisfaction.
• Organisational structure.
• Working as a married couple in a business setting.
• Employee well-being.
• Delivering service with no sales targets.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Baggette + Co.

03:10 The Journey to Business Ownership

05:53 Navigating Roles and Responsibilities

09:03 Management Buyout

11:58 Growth and Expansion

14:54 Maintaining Company Culture During Growth

17:49 Communication and Team Engagement

20:56 Client-Centric Business Approach

31:35 Balancing Customer Delight and Financial Responsibility

36:30 Navigating Personal and Professional Boundaries

42:31 Family Dynamics on Business

46:10 Defining Success: Business and Personal Aspirations

On this episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast, Louise Southam of Beyond Belief Couching shares her journey from a successful career in recruitment to becoming a leadership and business coach.

She discusses the pivotal moments that led her to pursue her passion for coaching, the challenges she faced as a single mother and the personal growth she experienced during her journey.

Louise emphasises the importance of resilience, manifestation and the power of positive thinking, as well as practical tools like journaling to facilitate self-discovery and empowerment.

Her story is one of courage, determination, and the belief that we can shape our own destinies.

This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers…

Transitioning from recruitment to coaching.

Balancing motherhood and career aspirations.

Taking leaps of faith.

How personal challenges can shape resilience and determination.

The importance of manifestation in creating a desired life.

Journaling.

Overcoming fears of public speaking.

The importance of networking and asking for help.

Balancing masculine and feminine energies in leadership.

Values in organisations.

One-on-one coaching.

Creating a supportive work environment.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

03:07 From Recruitment to Coaching

06:07 Motherhood and Career Aspirations

08:49 The Leap of Faith

11:59 Divorce and Self-Discovery

15:11 Manifestation and the Power of Positive Thinking

18:05 Journaling

21:05 Finding Confidence Through Public Speaking

24:01 Building a Coaching Business

26:17 The Power of Helping Others

28:50 Leadership Challenges

30:36 Heart-Centered Leadership and Generational Shifts

32:08 Creating a Supportive Work Environment

35:51 Masculine and Feminine Energy in Leadership

36:43 The Importance of Values in Organisations

40:45 One-on-One Coaching

45:54 Personal Growth and Inner Happiness

49:19 Quickfire Questions