NEXT.io Podcast James Curwen: How To Transform a Company From Decline to Growth – NEXT.io Podcast
🎙 NEXT.io Podcast #219 with James Curwen, CEO at Yggdrasil Gaming
In this episode, James Curwen, CEO at Yggdrasil Gaming, shares his journey of transforming a company in decline into a thriving, tech-driven industry leader. Discover his strategies for reinvention, leadership, and innovation in the competitive iGaming space. .
⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:31 - Sponsors
01:50 - Welcoming James Curwen
02:30 - Tackling the challenges of turning a company around
04:06 - Why rapid action is crucial in a declining business
06:03 - Becoming the largest content aggregator
07:49 - Building a scalable tech platform and innovating with AI
10:46 - Balancing culture and connection
12:22 - The four pillars of transformation: Efficiency, sustainability, disruption, and innovation
18:48 - The risk of complacency: Reinventing before decline
20:08 - Why bravery and risk-taking are essential for leadership success
24:27 - Balancing being friendly vs. being a leader
27:27 - Fostering a culture of engagement and accountability
33:36 - Attributes of great leaders
40:19 - Building a high-performing, skilled team
45:02 - Letting go to move forward
50:18 - From decline to double growth
52:45 - What’s next? James’s vision for the future of the company
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