ScaleX™ Insider Podcast

Brendan McGurgan
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Apr 23, 2025 • 1h 6min

Sam Smith: Find Your Why or Risk Burning Out

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast, I'm delighted to welcome Sam Smith, trailblazing entrepreneur, board advisor, and co-founder of The SuperScalers. As the first female CEO of a City stockbroking firm, Sam led finnCap from a management buyout to a £50m+ revenue investment bank, supporting hundreds of high-growth companies along the way. Her groundbreaking leadership journey is defined not just by numbers—but by purpose, empathy, and a relentless drive to build better businesses from the inside out. Now a board advisor across tech, private equity, and commodities, Sam helps organisations scale with strategy, good governance, and inclusive leadership. She's also championing underrepresented founders through The SuperScalers, a global initiative helping entrepreneurs grow from £1m to £50m+ in revenue. In this energising conversation, we explore: ✅ Why Belonging Is Your Business Advantage – and how to scale culture alongside revenue ✅ Why Purpose-Driven Businesses Win – and what that looks like in practice ✅ How We Built an Investment Bank From Scratch – lessons from the frontline ✅ Why You Should Never Let the World Decide Who You Are ✅ The Secret Sauce for Employee Loyalty – and what most leaders get wrong ✅ How to Scale With Empathy – without sacrificing commercial ambition ✅ Why You Shouldn't Scale Without Purpose – and the power of doing business your way Whether you're a founder, a leader, or a change-maker, this episode will inspire you to rethink how you scale—and who you bring with you. 🎧 Tune in now and discover why culture, courage, and clarity are the real accelerators of growth. Connect with Sam Smith: 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-smith About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast: ScaleX™ is a platform designed to help SME leaders scale with purpose using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast brings insights from world-class entrepreneurs and business thinkers. 📌 Learn more about Simple Scaling: 🌐 Website: https://www.simplescaling.com 🎙 Podcast Episodes: https://www.simplescaling.com/podcast 📩 Newsletter Signup: https://www.simplescaling.com/newsletter 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/simple-scaling 🎧 Subscribe & Listen on Your Favorite Platform: 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/🎵 Spotify: https://spotify.com▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleScaling 🚀 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with fellow business leaders!
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Apr 16, 2025 • 1h 3min

Caroline Adams Miller: How to Finally Achieve Big Goals

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast, I'm delighted to welcome Caroline Adams Miller, one of the world's foremost authorities on goal setting, grit, and positive psychology. A best-selling author, executive coach, and keynote speaker, Caroline has spent decades helping individuals and organisations unlock their highest potential. Her groundbreaking work blends science-backed strategies with practical tools to empower leaders and teams to pursue Big Goals—the kind that drive real, lasting success. Caroline has worked with global powerhouses like Morgan Stanley, lululemon, and The Wharton School, and her insights have been featured in The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, and beyond. Her latest book, Big Goals, challenges conventional thinking on achievement and reveals why grit—not just talent—is the true differentiator in today's world. In this high-energy conversation, we explore: ✅ Want Success? Start with Happiness – and how your well-being drives achievement ✅ Want to Scale? Start with You – the mindset shift every ambitious leader needs ✅ Why Checklist Goals Won't Get You to the Next Level – and what to focus on instead ✅ Why Daydreaming Can Destroy Your Goals – and how to visualise effectively ✅ Why Grit Isn't Just a Buzzword – it's the fuel for long-term impact ✅ Why Hard Goals Win—Every Time – and how to set them with purpose ✅ Why Purpose Drives Peak Performance – and how to find yours Whether you're a founder, leader, or visionary entrepreneur, this episode will inspire you to ditch mediocrity, embrace hard goals, and lead with grit and purpose. 🎧 Tune in now and discover how setting the right goals can transform not just your business—but your life. Connect with Caroline Adams Miller: 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolineadamsmiller/ 🌐 Website: https://www.carolinemiller.com About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast: ScaleX™ is a platform designed to help SME leaders scale with purpose using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast brings insights from world-class entrepreneurs and business thinkers. 📌 Learn more about Simple Scaling: 🌐 Website: https://www.simplescaling.com 🎙 Podcast Episodes: https://www.simplescaling.com/podcast 📩 Newsletter Signup: https://www.simplescaling.com/newsletter 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/simple-scaling 🎧 Subscribe & Listen on Your Favorite Platform: 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/🎵 Spotify: https://spotify.com▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleScaling 🚀 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with fellow business leaders!
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Apr 9, 2025 • 51min

Dr. John Demartini: Your Thoughts Shape Your Reality

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast, I'm delighted to welcome Dr. John Demartini, a world-renowned human behaviour specialist, educator, international bestselling author, and founder of the Demartini Institute. With decades of experience in unlocking human potential, Dr. Demartini has empowered millions across the globe to live inspired, purpose-driven lives by aligning their actions with their highest values. His unique value determination process has transformed the way entrepreneurs and leaders understand themselves, make decisions, and scale with clarity. In this enlightening conversation, we explore: ✅ What You Think… You Become – and how your inner dialogue shapes your destiny ✅ What You Tell Yourself Shapes Your Life – and how to shift from duty to inspiration ✅ Scaling Success Starts With THIS Alignment – the key to building a business that matches your deepest values ✅ The #1 Sign You've Found Your True Purpose – and why your energy reveals everything ✅ Want to Know Who'll Succeed? Ask THIS! – a powerful tool to unlock human potential ✅ Authentic Leaders Have THIS in Common – and how to cultivate it within yourself and your team ✅ Struggling? You're Just Prioritising Wrong – how to master your time, space and energy for growth Whether you're a founder, leader, or visionary entrepreneur, this episode is packed with transformational insights to help you scale your business and live a life aligned with who you truly are. 🎧 Tune in now and discover how living in congruence with your highest values unlocks limitless potential—personally and professionally. Connect with Dr. John Demartini: 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drjohndemartini 🌐 Website: https://drdemartini.com/about/dr-john-demartini About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast: ScaleX™ is a platform designed to help SME leaders scale with purpose using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast brings insights from world-class entrepreneurs and business thinkers. 📌 Learn more about Simple Scaling: 🌐 Website: https://www.simplescaling.com 🎙 Podcast Episodes: https://www.simplescaling.com/podcast 📩 Newsletter Signup: https://www.simplescaling.com/newsletter 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/simple-scaling 🎧 Subscribe & Listen on Your Favorite Platform: 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/🎵 Spotify: https://spotify.com▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleScaling 🚀 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with fellow business leaders!
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Apr 2, 2025 • 56min

Brendan McGurgan - Why Most Founders Never Scale

Host: David Jenyns, Creator of SYSTEMology Guest: Brendan McGurgan, Co-Founder & Director at Simple Scaling, Host of the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast In this powerhouse episode, we are flipping ScaleX Insider on its head. This week Brendan McGurgan is interviewed by David Jenyns. Brendan McGurgan is a globally recognised scaling expert and the architect behind the ScaleX™ Framework. From leading CDE Global through 25x revenue growth to co-founding Simple Scaling, Brendan shares battle-tested insights from over two decades scaling businesses across six continents. David and Brendan go deep into the 10 key principles of the ScaleX™ framework, designed specifically to help SME leaders scale with purpose. If you're serious about growing your business without losing your soul—or your sanity—this episode is a masterclass in clarity, vision, and execution. What You'll Learn: Why scaling is an inside job and how your mindset could be the greatest bottleneck. The difference between a founder CEO and a scaling CEO—and how to know which you are. How to build a vision and purpose that excites top-tier talent to join your mission. The crucial role of systems, people, and culture in building a scalable business. How AI is shaping modern SME scaling—and where it actually fits in the framework. Why your proposition needs to solve real problems (hint: your customers don't care about your baby's latest feature). How to delegate up, out, and down—to people and machines. Brendan's ScaleX™ 10 Principles: Psyche Purpose People Plan Processes Performance Proposition Place Partnerships Positive Growth Culture Whether you're just starting out or well on your scaling journey, this episode will help you think bigger, plan better, and lead with clarity. Grab the Book 📖 Simple Scaling: 10 Proven Principles to 10x Your Business 👉 https://simplescaling.com/book/ Connect with Brendan McGurgan 🌐 Website: https://simplescaling.com/ 🎧 Podcast: https://simplescaling.com/podcast/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanmcgurgan/ 📩 Reach out via LinkedIn DM: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanmcgurgan/ About the Host – David Jenyns David Jenyns is the creator of SYSTEMology, a proven method to free business owners from daily operations by turning chaos into clarity with systems. He's the author of the bestselling book SYSTEMology and founder of systemHUB. With a background in digital marketing, business development, and process design, David has helped thousands of business owners systemise and scale successfully—without becoming the bottleneck. 🌐 Website: https://www.systemology.com/ 📘 Book: https://www.systemology.com/book/ 🎥 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SYSTEMology 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjenyns/ 📩 Contact: https://www.systemology.com/contact/ 💬 Final Thought "Scaling isn't a solo sport. It's about inspiring others with a vision so powerful, they help you build the plan, deliver the results, and bring it to the world." — Brendan McGurgan
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Mar 26, 2025 • 1h 10min

Philip McKernan: Success Isn't Enough Anymore. Here's Why

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast, I'm delighted to welcome Philip McKernan, an internationally recognised speaker, mentor, and thought leader known for his unapologetic approach to helping entrepreneurs, leaders, and athletes connect deeply with their purpose and unlock their true potential. Philip has dedicated his career to guiding people toward courageous living, helping them uncover their unique gifts, and empowering them to make a meaningful impact. His pioneering philosophy, SoulSet™, challenges conventional thinking around success, pushing individuals to look beyond talent and align with their deeper calling. From building an orphanage in Peru to restoring a 500-year-old castle in Ireland's Celtic rainforest, Philip's journey is a testament to the power of purpose-driven living. In this conversation, we explore: ✅ What If Your Story Actually Matters? – and why understanding it can change everything ✅ Why Entrepreneurs Feel Trapped—And How to Break Free! ✅ Clarity Doesn't Come First—Courage Does! – and how to take the first step ✅ The Hidden Excuse Holding Leaders Back – and how to break free from it ✅ Can't Be Alone Without Music? Here's What It Means! – and what it reveals about your inner world ✅ Want to Win? Start With This! – the key mindset shift for success ✅ Your Past Is Controlling You—Here's How to Take It Back! ✅ The Decisions You Make Today Shape Everything! – how to create a meaningful legacy Whether you're an entrepreneur, business leader, or someone seeking greater clarity in life, this episode is packed with powerful insights to help you scale with impact—without losing yourself in the process. 🎧 Tune in now and discover how to build a life and business that truly matter! Connect with Philip McKernan: 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-mckernan/ 🌐 Website: https://philipmckernan.com/ About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast: ScaleX™ is a platform designed to help SME leaders scale with purpose using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast brings insights from world-class entrepreneurs and business thinkers. 📌 Learn more about Simple Scaling: 🌐 Website: https://www.simplescaling.com 🎙 Podcast Episodes: https://www.simplescaling.com/podcast 📩 Newsletter Signup: https://www.simplescaling.com/newsletter 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/simple-scaling 🎧 Subscribe & Listen on Your Favorite Platform: 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/🎵 Spotify: https://spotify.com▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleScaling 🚀 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with fellow business leaders!
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Mar 19, 2025 • 58min

Maura Nevel Thomas: Control Your Attention. Control Your Life.

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast, I'm delighted to welcome Maura Nevel Thomas, an acclaimed expert in individual and corporate productivity, international speaker, award-winning trainer, and the world's foremost authority on Attention Management. Maura has dedicated her career to helping leaders and teams harness their time, energy, and unique capabilities to accomplish more—with less stress. She was the first to introduce the concept of Attention Management as a replacement for outdated Time Management strategies, and her latest book, Everyone Wants to Work Here, reveals the secrets to building a workplace that attracts top talent, energises teams, and drives market leadership. In this conversation, we explore: ✅ The #1 Mistake Leaders Make in Employee Recognition – and how to fix it ✅ Why 'Always Available' Leadership Is Killing Productivity – and what to do instead ✅ How the 'ASAP' Culture Is Destroying Workplace Efficiency – and the solution for sustainable success ✅ The Most Underrated Workplace Problem: Distraction- one of the biggest barriers to business success. ✅ The Truth About 'Quiet Quitting' – and what's really happening in the workplace ✅ Why Work-Life Balance Isn't Given—You Have to Take It – strategies for leaders and teams Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or manager striving to create a thriving, productive culture, this episode is packed with powerful insights and actionable strategies. 🎧 Tune in now and learn how to scale with purpose! Connect with Maura Nevel Thomas: 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauranevelthomas-productivity-trainer/ 🌐 Website: https://www.maurathomas.com 📚 Book: Everyone Wants to Work Here- Available now About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast: ScaleX™ is a platform designed to help SME leaders scale with purpose using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast brings insights from world-class entrepreneurs and business thinkers. 📌 Learn more about Simple Scaling: 🌐 Website: https://www.simplescaling.com 🎙 Podcast Episodes: https://www.simplescaling.com/podcast 📩 Newsletter Signup: https://www.simplescaling.com/newsletter 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/simple-scaling 🎧 Subscribe & Listen on Your Favorite Platform: 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/🎵 Spotify: https://spotify.com▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleScaling 🚀 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with fellow business leaders!
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Mar 12, 2025 • 45min

Claire Colvin Season 15 Recap: Leadership, Culture, and Growth Unpacked

Episode Description: In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast, I'm thrilled to once again welcome my business partner, Claire Colvin. Claire and I reflect on the most powerful moments from Season 15, diving deep into the key themes that have shaped our journey of discovery in scaling businesses through their people. With a wealth of experience as a partner to business leaders and entrepreneurs, Claire has helped high-growth companies scale by building people-centred structures and systems. As the former Talent Director on the Board of a rapidly expanding global organisation, she played a pivotal role in enabling the company to scale significantly across six continents. Claire and I embarked on an extensive research journey to uncover what truly drives successful scaling. In this episode, we break down: ✅ Accidental Managers – The leadership crisis no one talks about ✅ How Feedback Transforms Team Performance – Turning conversations into growth opportunities ✅ Building a Positive Work Culture That Lasts – The key to long-term success ✅ Why Giving More Than You Take Leads to Success – The power of generosity in leadership ✅ Why Great Leaders Tell Great Stories – How storytelling shapes influence and impact Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or aspiring manager, this episode is packed with real-world insights and actionable strategies to help you lead with confidence and scale with purpose. 🎧 Listen now to gain the leadership edge! Connect with Claire Colvin: 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/claire-colvin-586a162b/ About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast: ScaleX™ is a platform designed to help SME leaders scale with purpose using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast brings insights from world-class entrepreneurs and business thinkers. 📌 Learn more about Simple Scaling: 🌐 Website: https://www.simplescaling.com 🎙 Podcast Episodes: https://www.simplescaling.com/podcast 📩 Newsletter Signup: https://www.simplescaling.com/newsletter 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/simple-scaling 🎧 Subscribe & Listen on Your Favorite Platform: 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ 🎵 Spotify: https://spotify.com ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleScaling 🚀 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with fellow business leaders!
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Mar 5, 2025 • 59min

Mark Roberge - How to Build a Sales Engine That Works

Episode Description: In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast, we sit down with Mark Roberge, former CRO of HubSpot, author of The Sales Acceleration Formula, and co-founder of Stage 2 Capital. Mark shares his game-changing insights on scaling businesses, achieving product-market fit, and building a high-performing sales engine. As a MIT-trained engineer turned sales leader, Mark brings a data-driven approach to revenue growth. He breaks down: ✅ Why scaling is a privilege, not a right ✅ The three key stages of scaling – and why most businesses get them wrong ✅ How to define and measure product-market fit with real-world examples ✅ The critical role of leading indicators in sales and retention ✅ Why founders must master go-to-market fit before scaling ✅ The science behind hiring and training sales teams that drive exponential growth ✅ The biggest scaling mistakes businesses make—and how to avoid them Whether you're an entrepreneur, CEO, or sales leader, this episode is packed with practical frameworks and actionable strategies to scale with confidence and clarity. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to scale like a pro! Connect with Mark Roberge: 🌐 Website: https://www.stage2.capital 📚 Book: The Sales Acceleration Formula – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1119047072 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markroberge/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/markroberge About Simple Scaling & ScaleX™ Insider Podcast: ScaleX™ is a platform designed to help SME leaders scale with purpose using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast brings insights from world-class entrepreneurs and business thinkers. 📌 Learn more about Simple Scaling: 🌐 Website: https://www.simplescaling.com 🎙 Podcast Episodes: https://www.simplescaling.com/podcast 📩 Newsletter Signup: https://www.simplescaling.com/newsletter 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/simple-scaling 🎧 Subscribe & Listen on Your Favorite Platform: 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ 🎵 Spotify: https://spotify.com ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleScaling 🚀 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with fellow business leaders!
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Feb 26, 2025 • 1h 7min

Michael Bungay Stanier - Fire yourself now to scale faster

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast, we welcome Michael Bungay Stanier, founder of Box of Crayons, best-selling author of The Coaching Habit, and award-winning thought leader in coaching. Michael shares his expertise on leadership, curiosity, and the transformative power of asking better questions. As a Rhodes Scholar and globally recognised expert, Michael discusses the one skill that sets great leaders apart, how scaling with purpose starts with a single decision, and why curiosity is the secret weapon of effective leadership. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, or team leader, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you lead with impact. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The One Skill That Sets True Leaders Apart – The leadership trait that distinguishes the best from the rest. Scaling with Purpose Starts with This One Decision – How to align business growth with meaningful impact. The 'Possibility Virus' and Its Global Impact – How embracing possibility transforms teams and organisations. Why Overthinking Can Cost You Everything – The hidden dangers of analysis paralysis and how to overcome it. Curiosity: The Secret Weapon of Great Leaders – Why asking the right questions is more powerful than having all the answers. Why Regular Check-Ins Matter More Than You Think – The simple yet game-changing practice that boosts engagement and performance. The Most Important Question Every CEO Must Answer – The single question that shapes company vision and direction. Key Takeaways: Curiosity Drives Better Leadership – Great leaders don't have all the answers; they ask better questions. Scaling Successfully Requires Purpose – Growth without intention leads to chaos; defining purpose is essential. Possibility Creates Momentum – Encouraging new ways of thinking fuels innovation and problem-solving. Action Beats Overthinking – Making decisions and iterating quickly is more valuable than waiting for perfection. Small, Consistent Conversations Matter – Regular check-ins with your team drive engagement, trust, and results. About Michael Bungay Stanier: Michael Bungay Stanier is the founder of Box of Crayons, a company that helps organisations move from advice-driven to curiosity-led leadership. He is the best-selling author of The Coaching Habit and eight other books, which have sold over a million copies worldwide. A Rhodes Scholar, Michael was named the #1 thought leader in coaching in 2019 and won the Thinkers50 Coaching Award in 2023, often referred to as the "Oscars of Management." Before founding Box of Crayons, he held senior positions across corporate, consultancy, and agency sectors, living and working in Australia, the UK, the US, and Canada. 📚 Book: The Coaching Habit – Available now 🌐 Website: https://www.mbs.works 🔗 LinkedIn: Michael Bungay Stanier About ScaleX™ and Simple Scaling: ScaleX™ is a platform designed to help SME leaders grow their businesses using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast brings insights from world-class entrepreneurs and business thinkers. Learn more about Simple Scaling: Website: https://simplescaling.com Podcast Episodes: https://simplescaling.com/podcast Connect With Us: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/simple-scaling Newsletter Signup: https://simplescaling.com/newsletter Listen & Subscribe: Subscribe to the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast on your favorite platform to never miss an episode. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ Spotify: https://spotify.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleScaling If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with fellow business leaders.
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Feb 19, 2025 • 56min

Lord Mark Price: How to Fix a Toxic Work Environment

In this episode of the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast, we welcome Lord Mark Price, former Managing Director of Waitrose, former Deputy Chair of the John Lewis Partnership, and founder of WorkL, the global employee experience platform. Mark shares his deep expertise in leadership, workplace happiness, and the critical link between employee well-being and business success. Drawing on decades of experience in leadership, commerce, and government, Mark reveals what great leaders do differently, the biggest leadership hack that transforms workplaces, and why financial success alone doesn't lead to happiness. Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or team builder, this episode delivers powerful insights into creating a thriving workplace culture. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why Employee Well-Being Drives Business Success – The surprising impact of workplace happiness on commercial performance. Great Leaders Do THIS Differently! – The key habits and mindset shifts of effective leaders. The Leadership Hack That Transforms Workplaces! – A game-changing approach to leadership that fosters innovation and engagement. Want High-Performing Teams? Change THIS First! – The crucial factor most leaders overlook when trying to boost performance. Why Money & Success Won't Make You Happy – The deeper drivers of job satisfaction and life fulfillment. The Two Things That Make or Break Job Happiness! – Practical insights from WorkL's extensive employee research. Key Takeaways: Happiness is a Competitive Advantage – Companies that prioritize employee well-being see higher productivity, retention, and financial performance. Leadership is About Purpose, Not Just Profits – The best leaders create environments where employees feel valued and empowered. Success Without Well-Being is Hollow – Wealth and titles don't guarantee fulfillment; meaningful work and strong relationships do. Culture Drives Performance – A thriving company starts with a workplace culture built on trust, fairness, and recognition. Small Changes Lead to Big Results – Simple shifts in leadership style and company policies can significantly impact employee happiness and engagement. About Lord Mark Price: Lord Mark Price is a seasoned business leader, entrepreneur, and advocate for workplace happiness. As the former Managing Director of Waitrose and Deputy Chair of the John Lewis Partnership, he played a pivotal role in shaping one of the UK's most respected retail brands. He is the founder of WorkL, an employee experience platform helping organisations drive engagement and improve performance. A member of the House of Lords, Mark has also served as Minister of State for Trade and Investment and is a Non-Executive Director at Coca-Cola Europacific Partners. He has authored several books on leadership, happiness, and workplace culture, including his latest, Happy Economics. Learn More About Lord Mark Price: Website: https://www.workl.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-price Book: Happy Economics – Available now About ScaleX™ and Simple Scaling: ScaleX™ is a platform designed to help SME leaders grow their businesses using the proven ScaleX™ Framework. Hosted by Brendan McGurgan, the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast brings insights from world-class entrepreneurs and business thinkers. Learn more about Simple Scaling: Website: https://simplescaling.com Podcast Episodes: https://simplescaling.com/podcast Connect With Us: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/simple-scaling Newsletter Signup: https://simplescaling.com/newsletter Listen & Subscribe: Subscribe to the ScaleX™ Insider Podcast on your favorite platform to never miss an episode. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ Spotify: https://spotify.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimpleScaling If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with fellow business leaders.

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