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Strive & Thrive is a series of discussions with the aim of enabling and empowering entrepreneurs in building businesses that achieve success – whether it be in people, planet, and profit – or all three. Join founders Mike and Romesh as they, and their amazing guests, discuss the mindsets, skills and knowledge entrepreneurs need to Strive & Thrive in an ever-changing world.
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Creating a world full of possibility in a business means constantly balancing vision with reality. Leaders must inspire bold thinking while navigating constraints like budgets, market competition, and operational limits. It requires cultivating a culture where creativity is encouraged, failure is treated as learning, and diverse perspectives are valued, all while still meeting performance targets Join Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, Mike Oliver and guest speaker Alan Evans at 12pm on 12th Marc...
It becomes difficult to step back and work on the business rather than in it, especially when revenue depends directly on your time and energy. Fear of slowing down, delegating, or changing long-standing processes can keep you stuck in familiar patterns, even when they’re unsustainable. Escaping that cycle requires intentional strategy, systems, and often the uncomfortable shift from operator to true business owner. Join Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, Mike Oliver and guest speaker Lambros Photios a...
Moving from an apprenticeship to buying a global business is a leap that comes with steep challenges, from closing massive knowledge gaps to managing financial risk at an entirely new scale. What once involved learning under guidance becomes making high-stakes decisions across cultures, markets, and legal systems, often without a safety net. The shift demands rapid development in leadership, strategic thinking, and resilience, while unlearning the comfort of being “in training.” Balancing amb...
Join Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, Mike Oliver and guest speaker John Diack as they discuss how to amplify a founder in growing with their company, and remove stuff they’re not good at by getting them to be self aware and focus on their strengths. They also cover how to build high trust and how governments can encourage entrepreneurship. Subscribe and follow us for more Strive & Thrive content at Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. Spotify: https://open.spo...
We are excited to announce that our guest speaker for episode 28 is Chris Wilson !!! Speaking with authenticity and impact in an SME can be challenging because leaders and employees often juggle multiple roles, tight resources, and constant change. There is pressure to sound confident and professional while also staying true to personal values and the realities of the business, which can lead to overly cautious or generic communication. Join Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, Mike Oliver and guest sp...
Join co-hosts Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam and Mike Oliver on 1st January, as they discuss the many insights and key learnings they gained from the Strive & Thrive podcast in 2025, and what they hope to achieve with their businesses and the podcast in 2026. Mike and Romesh draw on the huge experience, expertise and journeys of their many excellent guests in 2025. LinkedIn Event: https://www.linkedin.com/events/s-tepisode27-whatinsightscansme7407503696307105792/theater/ YouTube stream:...
AI, storytelling, and marketing intersect in powerful but challenging ways. While AI can analyze audiences and generate content at scale, it often struggles to capture the emotional nuance and authenticity that compelling storytelling requires. Marketers must balance efficiency with creativity, ensuring AI-generated narratives still feel human and aligned with brand identity. Join Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, Mike Oliver, and guest speaker David Sloly as they discuss the power of storytel...
The challenges that arise from the differences between being an entrepreneur and being a business owner often come from mindset and goals. Entrepreneurs typically focus on innovation, taking risks, and building something new, which can create pressure to constantly adapt, secure funding, and navigate uncertainty. Business owners, on the other hand, usually focus on stability, daily operations, and maintaining consistent profits, which can be challenging because it requires strong management s...
The best leaders often face the challenge of balancing authority with connection, and social intelligence is key to navigating that tension. They must read subtle cues, manage diverse personalities, and adapt their communication style without losing clarity or purpose. At the same time, they must remain aware of how their words and decisions affect team dynamics, morale, and trust. This constant juggling act makes social intelligence not just a helpful skill, but an essential leadershi...
The UK government has just released its much-anticipated budget, and every business leader is holding their breath. In this episode, we’ll be diving deep into the key announcements, cutting through the noise and discover exactly what this fiscal statement means for your business strategy, cash flow, and growth prospects in the year ahead. Join Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam (Founder of The FD Consultant) and Mike Oliver (Founder of Easol), as they discuss the implications of the budget that every b...
Scaling a business often feels like riding a rollercoaster, thrilling, but full of sharp turns and emotional highs and lows. Leaders face the challenge of sustaining momentum without losing strategic focus. Join Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, Mike Oliver and guest speaker Raj Thiruchelvarajah as they discuss the challenges business leaders face when scaling up a business. Subscribe and follow us for more Strive & Thrive content at Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you ...
AI alone won’t grow your sales. Technology is a powerful enabler, but it’s only one piece of the puzzle. Yes, AI can streamline operations, uncover data-driven insights, and automate marketing, but it cannot replace the human touch that builds trust, understands customer needs, and forges lasting relationships. Without a clear sales strategy, a strong product or service, and consistent customer engagement, AI tools risk being underused or misdirected. Sustainable growth demands balance: combi...
Bullying in business is a hard truth that often goes unspoken, yet its impact is profound. It can show up subtly through exclusion, manipulation, or intimidation, or overtly, in toxic leadership or cutthroat competition. Left unchecked, it erodes trust, stifles innovation, and drives talented people away. Join Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, Mike Oliver and guest speaker Frances Holmes as they discuss the challenges with bullying in businesses. ------------ Strive & Thrive is a series of...
Women entrepreneurs often face significant challenges including securing funding due to biases in venture capital, navigating a male-dominated business network which can limit mentorship and opportunities, and balancing intense professional demands with persistent societal expectations for domestic responsibilities. Join Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, Mike Oliver and guest speaker Debbie Gilbert as they discuss women in business - the challenges they face and how it can be overcome. Check o...
Businesses struggle to pinpoint the true value of time because it's often an abstract concept tied to opportunity cost and a complex web of interconnected processes. The challenge lies in identifying which activities are truly value-adding versus those that are simply consuming time without contributing to the bottom line. Join Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, Mike Oliver and guest speaker David King as they discuss what the value of time is in your business. Subscribe and follow us for mor...
Good processes in business often face the challenge of balancing efficiency with adaptability. While structured processes can drive consistency, scalability, and quality, they can also become rigid and hinder innovation if not regularly updated. In a fast-changing market, businesses must continuously refine their operations to stay competitive without sacrificing reliability. Join Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, Mike Oliver and guest speaker Claire Butcher as they discuss Good processes and Go...
Innovating in safety-critical industries, such as aerospace, healthcare, or nuclear energy, presents significant challenges due to the high stakes involved. Any failure can result in severe harm to people, the environment, or national infrastructure, leading to an inherently risk-averse culture. Regulatory frameworks are often stringent and slow to adapt, making it difficult to implement new technologies quickly. Additionally, rigorous testing, certification, and validation requirements can s...
Many have either had a bad experience with a middle manager, or had a bad experience being a middle manager - or both. Middle managers are often sandwiched between the pressure from senior leadership and the demands of the team. So, why does this happen and how can we address this? Join Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, Mike Oliver and guest speaker Lisa Robyn Wood as they discuss why middle management sucks, and how we can change that. ------------ Strive & Thrive is a series of live dis...
Finding alignment between the individual and the idea can be challenging because it requires honest self-reflection, clarity of purpose, and sometimes uncomfortable change. Individuals may struggle to distinguish their true values from external expectations, or they may find that an idea they admire conflicts with their personal needs or limitations. Fear of judgment, failure, or letting go of familiar paths can also make alignment feel risky. This process often demands patience, vulnerabilit...
Transitioning from a solopreneur to an entrepreneur comes with several challenges, the most significant being the shift from doing everything alone to building and managing a team. As a solopreneur, you're used to full control, but as an entrepreneur, delegation becomes essential requiring trust, leadership skills, and effective communication. Join Romesh, Mike and guest speaker Jose Trujillo as they discuss the transition from Solopreneur to Entrepreneur. ------------ Strive &am...
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