Season 4 - Episode 1 | The Journey from Chef to Business Owner and Coach: Victor Burrill (Vietnam, UK)
Description
In this episode, Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra, Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible and Impact Velocity speaks with Victor Burrill, Chairman and Chief Connecting Officer of the Business Executive Network (BEN) in Vietnam. Victor shares his journey from his early days in the UK as a chef and event manager to becoming a leadership coach and establishing BEN. The conversation focuses on entrepreneurship, leadership, crisis management, and personal growth.
5 Key Insights from this Podcast:
1. The Journey from Chef to CEO
Victor reflects on transitioning from the UK culinary world to becoming a business
owner and leadership coach. He highlights the importance of seizing opportunities,
managing uncertainty, and continuously innovating.
2. Crisis-Ready Leadership
Victor emphasises the need for a "crisis-ready mindset," drawing parallels between
leadership and navigating a storm. Leaders must anticipate challenges and respond
with calm resilience during crises.
3. Family Business and Succession Planning
Victor discusses the dynamics of working with his son in the Business Executive
Network (BEN) and the importance of separating professional roles from personal
relationships. He shares insights into planning for succession in family-run
businesses.
4. Spirituality and Leadership
Victor reflects on how his Christian values have shaped his leadership style,
underscoring the importance of honesty, transparency, and a clear conscience in
both personal and professional spheres.
5. The Simple Life and Balance
Despite leading a busy life, Victor stresses the importance of balance. He focuses
on maintaining health, nurturing relationships, and fostering sustainable business
growth.
Host: Dr. Ramesh Ramachandra - Author, Podcast Host, Founder of Talent Leadership Crucible & Impact Velocity
Guest Speaker: Victor Burrill - Chairman & Chief Connecting Officer of Business Executive Network
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