On this special episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast, Warren Munson reflects on the highlights of 2024, sharing snippets and insights from our favourite episodes.

The episode is divided into themes including entrepreneurship, family businesses, adventure and resilience, and employee to business ownership - showcasing the diverse businesses and experiences of the guests.

From Jeff Mostyn's entrepreneurial beginnings to the dynamics of family business with Jimmy’s Iced Coffee, these conversations highlight the challenges and triumphs faced by business leaders.

This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers…

• Insights on Entrepreneurship
• The Trials and Tribulations of Family Businesses
• Inspiring Stories of Adventure and Resilience
• Employee to Business Ownership Journeys

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:55 Entrepreneurial Insights from Jeff Mostyn

05:24 Matt Fleming's Ownership Story

10:32 Business Challenges with Rupert Holloway

14:47 The Importance of Reputation with Paul Meyer

18:54 Family Business with Liz Lean PR

22:36 Family Business Stories with Jimmy’s Iced Coffee

27:54 Preparing for the Atlantic Rowing Challenge

31:33 Cycling Continents with James Benson King

36:28 The Power of Kindness with Mark Darcy

42:06 Employee to Business Owner with Adam Lewis

45:28 Joint Leadership with Rubicon People

50:33 Resilience Under Pressure with Keith Reilly

On this episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast, Warren Munson interviews James Benson King, also known as the Biking Viking on social media.

James shares his inspiring journey from overcoming a heart condition as a child, to embarking on adventurous cycling trips around the world.

He discusses the pivotal moments that led him to leave a successful career at JP Morgan to pursue a life of adventure.

Throughout the conversation, James emphasises the importance of resilience, ownership, and setting goals - drawing parallels between his experiences on the road and lessons applicable to business.

He also shares insights on how to bring adventure into everyday life and the significance of celebrating successes along the way.

This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers…

Overcoming health conditions.

How the fear of missing out can encourage adventure.

Ways to deal with setbacks in life.

How goals are crucial for success in business.

Chunking tasks.

The importance of embracing the journey.

Having a positive mindset.

Doing things that scare you.

How planning for adventures can enhance the anticipation of joy.

Finding joy in everyday life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:24 Heart Condition

05:44 From Corporate to Adventure

10:34 Alaska to Argentina

17:16 Lessons from the Road

25:28 Ownership and Setting Goals

30:48 Celebrating Success and Adjusting to Reality

37:13 Adventure in Everyday Life

40:32 Future Adventures

In this episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast, the team at Evolve, Warren Munson, David Mutton, and Becky Phillips, reflect on the key themes and changes in business throughout 2024.

They discuss the impact of AI, profitability challenges with the new budget, and the importance of employee engagement.

The conversation also covers insights for those looking to start a business, strategies for growth and leadership, and success stories from their Ignite, Thrive and Optimise services.

As they look ahead to 2025, they emphasise the need for strategic planning, self-care, and building trust within teams.

This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers…

AI in business.

Profitability challenges.

What to think about when starting a business.

Dealing with hybrid working environments.

Adapting to the next generation of employees.

Success stories from clients.

Reflection on past achievements.

Setting realistic yet ambitious goals.

Building teams.

The importance of self-care.

Chapters

00:00 Reflecting on 2024

05:10 Starting a Business

10:02 Growth and Leadership

15:13 Success Stories

20:00 Planning for 2025

30:06 Looking Ahead

40:03 Advice for Business Leaders