re:WORKING with Tim Campbell

What can a billion pound businessman teach you about getting ahead at work?Richard Harpin is a British entrepreneur, investor and author.He founded HomeServe in 1993, served as chief executive until 2023, then sold the company for £4.1 Billion.Tim and Richard discuss:How he felt after the £4.1 billion sale of HomeserveThe career advice Richard wishes he'd known 30 years agoRichard’s mission to build more billion-pound businessesHow he survived after nearly running out of cash TWICEWhat his success cost him and his familyThe five characteristics everyone needs to succeed as an entrepreneurWhy failure doesn’t mean it’s time to give upCredits:Podcast Content Producer - Jon WeeksAV Technical Manager - Ayo IgeAV Technical Manager - Tom ShawSocial Media Agency - Your Social CurrencySocial Lead - Yasmin CoonjahSocial Producer - Adeola OladejiTalent Booker - Jo SheinmanDesigner - Ben WatkinsProduction Assistant - Emily SpunginProduction Manager - Sarah NichollsExecutive Producer - Finn RyanHead of Production - Cat MoranChief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave

Ever feel like you're falling behind while everyone else seems to have life figured out? Most people aren't stuck because they lack ability. They're stuck because they're comparing themselves to everyone else.This week, Tim tackles three of the biggest questions people face about work, money and starting over.Should you change careers after spending years in the same job? Why is it so hard to save money, even when you're trying? And what do you do when you're 35 and feel like you've missed your chance?Drawing on decades of business and leadership experience, Tim's got the practical advice to help you make confident decisions without comparing yourself to everyone else. In this episode you'll learn:How to change careers without starting from scratchWhy transferable skills matter more than qualificationsThe simple budgeting trick that actually worksHow to stop living paycheck to paycheckWhy comparing yourself to others is holding you backIs it ever too late to reinvent yourself?Have a question for Tim?Email [email protected] and it could feature in a future bonus episode. 

The career ladder is broken. How do you future-proof yourself? AI is disrupting the workplace; offering businesses and professionals efficiency gains, and putting jobs at risk.In this episode Tim speaks with Jimmy McLoughlin, a former Special Advisor to then-UK Prime Minister Theresa May on business.In 2020 he launched his podcast Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, and has spent the last six years talking with business experts from the Governor of the Bank of England to founders half his age.Tim and Jimmy discuss:Jobs in 2026 and the ‘broken’ career ladderWhich careers could be replaced by AIHow 35-45 year olds are in the ‘sweet spot’ for learning AI skillsWhy human-to-human skills will be important in the futureThe ‘radical’ change required to sort UK unemploymentWhy the education system needs a bigger focus on entrepreneurialismWhat business leaders have told Jimmy about the future of work and AICredits:Podcast Content Producer - Jon WeeksAV Technical Manager - Ayo IgeAV Technical Manager - Tom ShawSocial Media Agency - Your Social CurrencySocial Lead - Yasmin CoonjahSocial Producer - Adeola OladejiTalent Booker - Jo SheinmanDesigner - Ben WatkinsProduction Assistant - Emily SpunginProduction Manager - Sarah NichollsExecutive Producer - Finn RyanHead of Production - Cat MoranChief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave

Most people think the goal is work-life balance.Tim disagrees.He believes the happiest people aren't balancing work and life. They're building a life where work has purpose.In this episode, Tim shares why he still works weekends, how he protects himself from burnout, and why fulfilment matters more than the number of hours you spend at your desk.In this episode you'll hear: Why Tim doesn't believe in traditional work-life balanceThe difference between burnout and hard workHow to know if your job is actually making you unhappyWhy "work-life blend" could change your careerThe biggest mistake people make when chasing successPractical ways to create healthier boundaries at workHave a question for Tim? Email [email protected] and it could feature in a future bonus episode.

How do you build a winning culture at work?Succeeding as a team can often be overlooked within workplaces, but there’s one sector where teamwork is paramount for achieving success: Formula One.In this episode Tim talks with Calum Nicholas, a former Senior Engine Technician at Red Bull Racing. In 2025, he left the pits to become an ambassador for Red Bull, and launched his book about his career - Life In The Pitlane.Tim and Calum discuss:How hard work and networking can lead to success in your careerThe winning culture at Red Bull that lead to consecutive F1 trophiesHow anyone can implement Red Bull’s winning formulaWhat makes Max Verstappen one of the best F1 driversCalum’s mission for more diversity in Formula OneThe performance benefits of working in a neurodiverse teamWhy you should focus on being an asset in your teamThe moment Calum decided to leave the Red Bull pit crewWhy your background doesn’t have to determine your futureIf you’re feeling stuck in your career or lacking the motivation to get where you want, this episode will give you the inspiration and impetus to go after your goals. Credits:Podcast Content Producer - Jon WeeksAV Technical Manager - Ayo IgeAV Technical Manager - Tom ShawSocial Media Agency - Your Social CurrencySocial Lead - Yasmin CoonjahSocial Producer - Adeola OladejiTalent Booker - Jo SheinmanDesigner - Ben WatkinsProduction Assistant - Emily SpunginProduction Manager - Sarah NichollsExecutive Producer - Finn RyanHead of Production - Cat MoranChief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave