An Unorthodox CEO

An Unorthodox CEO
Podcast Description
Welcome to the An Unorthodox CEO Podcast! The brand new podcast from Steve Pickering & Sussex Beds. Join us for weekly episodes as we explore the challenges of business, the ups and downs of working with family, and unorthodox tips and tricks to navigate it all! Following on from Steve's weekly LinkedIn posts, this podcast takes a deeper dive into business whilst inviting guests on to share their stories. P.S. We film this in our office, so background noise, laughing, and sneezing may be heard...😂 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as family business dynamics, entrepreneurship challenges, and personal growth. Episodes cover specific topics like the competitive nature of working with family, real-life experiences from the family business, and practical tips for navigating tough business situations, such as the episode featuring a candid discussion with Josh about joining the family business.

Welcome to the An Unorthodox CEO Podcast! The brand new podcast from Steve Pickering & Sussex Beds. Join us for weekly episodes as we explore the challenges of business, the ups and downs of working with family, and unorthodox tips and tricks to navigate it all! Following on from Steve’s weekly LinkedIn posts, this podcast takes a deeper dive into business whilst inviting guests on to share their stories. P.S. We film this in our office, so background noise, laughing, and sneezing may be heard…😂
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we’re answering 13 big (and fun) questions – all asked by YOU! From memorable Gang Show moments to when to grow your business, the skills every employee will need in the next five years, and even how a CEO winds down for sleep – there’s something for everyone. Got a different question? Leave it in the review section and we will make sure we answer it!
00:00 Intro
01:30 What can you see yourself doing if you hadn’t of gone into the family business?
02:43 When is the right time to grow your business? And Is growing your business through openings more shops the most effective strategy?
06:08 You are a Brighton football fan – Do you prefer to be a coach on the sidelines or a captain on the pitch?
08:05 What skills will be most valuable for employees in the next five years?
09:10 What is Steves favourite ever Gang Show moment?
If he could perform one sketch/musical number at Gang Show and then go and perform it in the West End what would it be?
12:25 What advice would you give to someone who wants to start a business today?
13:51 What advice would you give someone aiming for a leadership role?
15:15 How do you know when to take a risk versus play it safe?
17:52 What are things we can do instore at Sussex beds to get our name out there?
19:20 If Sussex Beds had a time machine, which year would you visit and why?
20:50 What is something you do to try and help you get to sleep when you can’t?
23:35 Outro
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