The High Performance Podcast

Moments That Made the World's Biggest Brands: Deliveroo and Five Guys CEOs Tell All

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Apr 11, 2025
Delve into the pivotal moments that shaped major brands like Deliveroo and Five Guys. Discover the thrill of Deliveroo's very first order and the humor behind those early challenges. Learn about the importance of collaboration in business negotiations, illustrated through Five Guys' family-oriented ethos. Hear the inspiring journey of a barista turned billionaire, highlighting the power of strategic partnerships. The conversation is packed with insights on human connections and the intricate dance of hard work and luck in entrepreneurship.
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ANECDOTE

Five Guys' Family Business

  • Five Guys' origin story involves a family choosing to start a business over funding their children's college education.
  • This family still runs the multi-billion dollar business and meets every Tuesday.
ADVICE

Collaboration and Timing

  • When collaborating, sometimes it's best to let others finish their thought processes before interjecting.
  • Observe and choose the right moments to contribute for better chemistry and outcomes.
INSIGHT

Power of Collaboration

  • Success in business isn't solely about individual grit; collaboration is key.
  • Deliveroo's co-founders' teamwork and John Eckbert's relationship-building with the Five Guys family exemplify this.
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