Prolific ex-CEO and the man responsible for saving UK chain store giants Wickes and Iceland - Bill Grimsey - is in the quiz seat tackling topics like monthly management accounts, first mover advantage, golden parachutes and digital nomads, reflecting on his own experiences and sharing his unfiltered opinions ;)Chapters:00:00 Business or Bullshit with Bill Grimsey00:37 Monthly Management Accounts: Biz or BS?00:45 Debating Incubators and First Mover Advantage02:14 Golden Parachutes and Client Lunches03:05 Loving What You Do and Lifestyle Businesses03:39 Free Ports and Digital Nomads04:57 Wrap Upbusinesswithoutbullshit.meWatch us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 332 - Bill has been a serial CEO, Director and Non-Exec spanning a 40 year career in retail working for companies like Tesco, Budgens, and earning a reputation for his role in masterminding the recovery of DIY group Wickes and the Iceland Group.Bill is also the author of The Grimsey Reviews 1 and 2 which were both widely acclaimed with local governments both here in the UK and abroad adopting many of his key recommendations.We discuss Bill's efforts to revitalise town centres, the shortcomings of government reports, and his influential Grimsey Reviews. We cover the evolution of retail, challenges like Amazon's market dominance, and the problem of tax avoidance by wealthy individuals and corporations. Bill also offers priceless advice for entrepreneurs and explains why modern automated customer service qualifies for the big bin of bullsh*t.Chapters:00:00 BWB with Bill Grimsey00:54 The Grimsey Reviews: Independent and Influential01:34 Challenges and Changes in Retail03:12 Success Stories: Transforming Towns05:19 The Role of Leadership in Town Regeneration07:17 Impact of Amazon Tech on Retail08:49 Revitalising Town Centres11:27 The Importance of Vision and Leadership11:49 Challenges in Local Government and Privatisation23:30 Advice for Entrepreneurs26:37 Political Landscape and Leadership47:27 Class Tensions and Education in the UK48:17 Personal Education Journeys50:23 The Importance of Mentors52:10 Private Equity and Its Impact01:00:41 Challenges in Retail and Technology01:05:36 Taxation and Wealth01:14:44 Customer Service in Retail01:21:55 Quickfire Round - Getting to know Billbusinesswithoutbullshit.meWatch us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 331 - International trade expert Paul Webster takes the quiz seat giving us his views on various terms as either business or bullshit - equal paternity leave policies, British politeness in business, foreign espionage risks and adult entertainment industry all make the shortlist!Chapters:00:00 Business or Bullshit with Paul Webster00:54 Debate on Equal Paternity Leave03:54 Discussion on British Politeness05:30 Hashtags and Social Media06:40 Foreign Espionage Risks07:31 Influencers and Public Messaging09:00 Porn and OnlyFans: controversial?11:20 Final Thoughts and Scoresbusinesswithoutbullshit.meWatch us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 330 - Paul is Principal of International Expansion Partners (IEP) and AUS UK. His career spans both the private and public sectors having worked in financial services and management consulting in Australia before moving into the international investment sector.Paul shares his expertise on the potential of the Oz UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), SME opportunities in government procurement, and cultural nuances between the UK and Australia. He also gives invaluable tips for founders on international expansion, making the most of free resources, and managing organisational change.Essential listening for founders and entrepreneurs looking to expand their business internationally.Chapters:00:00 BWB with Paul Webster00:56 Exciting Developments in UK-AUS Trade01:32 Government Procurement Opportunities for SMEs02:30 Challenges and Opportunities in UK-AUS Trade03:43 The Complexity of UK and AUS Banking Systems07:49 The Impact of Free Trade on Food and Drink13:57 Cultural Differences in Business Practices23:04 Paul's Career Journey23:14 The Role of International Expansion Partners34:06 Navigating Government and Bureaucracy37:23 Rebranding Controversy38:19 Government Support for Businesses40:04 Challenges for Small Businesses44:45 Lessons from Personal Mistakes50:46 Effective Communication Strategies59:58 Quickfire Round - Getting To Know Paul01:06:32 Wrap Upbusinesswithoutbullshit.meWatch us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 329 - Global Thought Leader in Business Futurism - Kate Ancketill - is the quiz seat this week tackling Andy's list of subjects as 'business' or 'bullshit' - family dynasties, DAOs, corporate gifting and Labour government are all on the list!Chapters:00:00 Business or Bullshit with Kate Ancketill00:28 Family Dynasties: Business or Bullshit?01:16 DAOs - Yay or Nay?01:56 Multiple Careers: Focus or Fail?02:14 Royal Warrants: Prestige or Pointless?03:13 Enterprise Zones: Opportunity or Illusion?03:53 The Etiquette of Asking 'How Are You?'05:11 B Corps: Genuine Effort or Paperwork?06:25 The Metaverse: Future or Fad?08:02 Corporate Gifting: Generosity or Corruption?09:57 Labour Government: Hope or Hype?11:25 Final Score and Wrap Upbusinesswithoutbullshit.meWatch us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 328 - Kate is a global thought-leader in business futurism and CEO of GDR - Creative Intelligence which is renowned for blending big picture context with insights from industry experts to predict the impact of new technologies and consumer behaviours on commerce.In this extended episode, we discuss pressing retail and business trends, the impact of global macro forces on retail, sustainable practices, and the challenges of profitability amidst de-globalisation. Kate emphasises experiential retail, evolving consumer behaviour, and the necessity for businesses to adapt to demographic and economic shifts. We also addresses the rise in retail theft and its economic impacts, housing challenges, and the future role of empathic AI in transforming consumer interactions and societal structures. Chapters:00:00 BWB with Kate Ancketill01:21 Understanding Macro Forces and Trends02:01 Consulting for Billion-Dollar Corporations02:33 The Impact of AI and Future Technologies06:37 Concerns Keeping Business Leaders Awake13:23 The End of Mass Consumption14:39 Sustainability and the Circular Economy32:21 Reviving the High Street44:08 The Decline of Department Stores45:07 The Rise of Experiential Retail45:39 Selfridges: A Case Study48:31 The Role of Social Media in Modern Retail52:30 The Impact of AI on Retail01:01:56 The Complexities of U.S. Expansion01:11:33 Economic Challenges and Consumer Behaviour01:13:20 Retail Theft and Its Consequences01:14:25 Retail Crime and Its Impact on Society01:16:41 Housing Market Challenges and Solutions01:19:41 The Decline in Birth Rates and Its Implications01:22:00 Kate's Bullshit in Business01:25:04 Quickfire Round - Get To Know Kate01:36:13 The Future of AI and Its Potential01:46:19 Wrap Upbusinesswithoutbullshit.meWatch us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 327 - Culture Amp's Vice President and General Manger Nick Matthews is in this week's quiz seat tackling Andy and Philippa's list of terms including Labour Government, Influencer, Reinventing The Wheel, Oligopoly and more!businesswithoutbullshit.meWatch us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 326 - Nick is Vice President and General Manager at Culture Amp - the world’s leading employee experience platform, revolutionising how 25 million employees in over 6,500 companies create a better world of work.We discuss the ever-increasing complexities businesses, especially HR, face due to socio-economic changes since 2016, Brexit, Covid, inflation .. the whole lot! Nick explains how CultureAmp helps businesses improve employee engagement and performance management with data-driven insights, emphasising the importance of company values and psychological safety in creating a high-performing workforce. We touch on the intersection of culture, technology, and leadership in today's unpredictable world, and Nick explains why the woke culture around In-Office Work qualifies for the big bin of bullsh*t!businesswithoutbullshit.meWatch us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 325 - Musa Ventures CEO is in the quiz seat this week debating 'business or bullshit?' terms like Instagram and TikTok, breakfast meetings, founder's egos and family businesses and the critical role of mentors.Chapters:00:00 BWB with Tando Matanda00:35 Social Media Platforms02:18 Breakfast Meetings: Love or Hate?03:29 Investment TV Shows: Biz or BS?04:20 Founders' Egos and Narcissism05:35 The Futility of Five-Year Forecasts07:20 The Importance of Mentors07:55 Internal Meetings: Keep Them Short08:36 Family Business Dynamics12:07 Wrap Upbusinesswithoutbullshit.meWatch us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark

EP 324 - Tando is cofounder and CEO of Musa - the world’s first Intelligent Venture Assessment platform who are re-defining the funding process for startups and SMEsMusa aims to provide strategic advice, direction and access to capital to facilitate SMEs development through using digital tools and insights, while also connecting them to funding networks.Tando discusses the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in securing capital, the disconnect between entrepreneurs and financiers, and how Musa aims to solve these issues through advanced data analytics and venture health assessments. We also touch on the impact of financial inclusion, the struggles of minority and female entrepreneurs in securing funding, and the importance of education and strategic planning in building successful businesses. And Tando explains why she thinks unrealistic startup targets set by investors qualify for the big bin of bullsh*t!Chapters:00:00 BWB with Tando Matanda01:25 Challenges in Business Financing02:09 Understanding the Funding Gap02:26 The Language Barrier in Finance04:07 Strategic Business Growth11:35 The Role of Data and Analytics18:16 Global Expansion and Future Plans30:21 Fintech Industry Insights31:18 Unrealistic Expectations for Female Founders32:26 The Venture Capital Dilemma33:08 Challenges in Raising Capital35:26 The Role of Banks in Financial Inclusion38:01 The Changing Landscape of Banking41:49 Quickfire Round - Getting to Know Tando51:46 Advice for Entrepreneurs55:51 Wrap Upbusinesswithoutbullshit.meWatch us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedinTwitterIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - mail@businesswithoutbullshit.meBWB is powered by Oury Clark