Air Supply
Air Supply
Podcast Description
Air Supply is a Podcast from the company, J.O. Collective. This business podcast is for ambitious professionals who are seeking a deeper understanding of leadership and their career. It is an interview format and will focus on people who have had one career/ life and have then experienced a big life event, whether positive or negative, which has made them pause and change their life for the better. It is a source of reflection and fresh air for busy professionals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as leadership transformations, personal reinvention, and navigating career challenges with episodes diving into topics like overcoming burnout and finding purpose, exemplified by Daria Ibrulj's journey from investment banking to coaching.
Air Supply is a Podcast from the company, J.O. Collective. This business podcast is for ambitious professionals who are seeking a deeper understanding of leadership and their career. It is an interview format and will focus on people who have had one career/ life and have then experienced a big life event, whether positive or negative, which has made them pause and change their life for the better. It is a source of reflection and fresh air for busy professionals.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
From Frontline Cashier to CEO: James Knight on Mastering Performance Without the Burnout
Air Supply is back with a powerful and brutally honest conversation with executive coach and former CEO, James Knight.
James’s career path is anything but traditional. After leaving school at GCSE level, he eschewed the classic academic route, starting in frontline retail banking before quickly moving through senior roles at companies like O2 Telefonica and the RAC, culminating in his role as CEO of Innserve (the joint venture between Heineken and Carlsberg responsible for installing and maintaining 75% of the UK’s beer supply systems—from pubs to Glastonbury).
In this candid discussion with host Joshua O’Connor, James pulls back the curtain on the “success trap” and why the external veneer of high-powered corporate life often masks deep personal emptiness.
What You’ll Learn:
- The Foundations of High Performance: James reveals the non-negotiable habits and foundations (sleep, movement, recovery) that he believes are more critical to sustained success than hours worked.
- The Cost of Ego: Why James asserts that “your ego is the most expensive thing you’ll ever own,” and how a willingness to be humble and seek help is the fastest route to unlocking your potential.
- Redefining Success: Hear why the ultimate goal isn’t “more” (more hours, more pressure) but actually less (less noise, less distraction) and how to design a life that is Built for More—high performance aligned with high fulfilment.
- Private Equity vs. PLC: Get an insider’s view on the cutthroat, fast-paced nature of PE-backed environments and the unique leadership challenges they present.
- Finding Purpose: James shares a profound exercise (writing your own eulogy) that helped him re-evaluate his life and ensure his choices align with the legacy he wants to leave.
- The Ultimate Leadership Skill: Learn why self-regulation and emotional intelligence are the keys to staying grounded and creating psychological safety for your teams, particularly in times of chaos.
This episode is essential listening for any current or aspiring leader looking to achieve extraordinary professional results without sacrificing their health, relationships, or joy in the process.
James Knight is now an executive coach helping leaders perform at the highest level without burning themselves out.
Find James’s work at: www.builtformore.uk
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Disclaimer
This podcast’s information is provided for general reference and was obtained from publicly accessible sources. The Podcast Collaborative neither produces nor verifies the content, accuracy, or suitability of this podcast. Views and opinions belong solely to the podcast creators and guests.
For a complete disclaimer, please see our Full Disclaimer on the archive page. The Podcast Collaborative bears no responsibility for the podcast’s themes, language, or overall content. Listener discretion is advised. Read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for more details.