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'James Reed: all about business' puts you at the heart of fun, dynamic, candid conversation with business leaders, philanthropists and charitable celebrities as they use their journeys to give clear, actionable advice. Hosted by James Reed CBE, the Chairman and CEO of Reed Group, you’ll hear the highs and lows of what it means to be a true business leader to empower you to implement smarter, more ... more

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Thirty years of building a business without a board, without investors, and without ever wanting to sell, and it just keeps growing, there’s something to learn from that.

In this episode of All About Business, James speaks with Victoria Stapleton, f... more

Most people think successful entrepreneurs spot brilliant ideas.

Sahar Hashemi believes the opposite.

In this episode of All About Business, James speaks with Sahar Hashemi, entrepreneur, author, and founder of Buy Women Built. They talk about Saha... more

60% of the UK diet is ultra-processed. And the food industry is manufacturing your addiction. So why is this public health crisis continuing in plain sight, and what it would actually take to change it?

Two things are clear. Britain's food system is... more

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What does it take to build a luxury brand by accident and keep it thriving for 30 years without ever taking outside investment?

In this episode of All About Business, James speaks with Tom Faulkner, award-winning British furniture designer and found... more

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Recent Guests

Timo Boldt
Founder and CEO, Gousto
Gousto
Episode: 81. How Gousto is taking on the ultra-processed food industry | Timo Boldt
Tom Faulkner
Award-winning British furniture designer and founder of Tom Faulkner Limited
Tom Faulkner Limited
Episode: 80. How a £5,000 workshop became a global luxury brand | Tom Faulkner
Elizabeth McKay
Director and CEO of the London Transport Museum
London Transport Museum
Episode: 79. What businesses should learn from museums about innovation | Elizabeth McKay
Sarah Bradbury
CEO of the Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD)
Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD)
Episode: 78. The crisis facing UK retail and food businesses | Sarah Bradbury
Damian Melville
Founder and Managing Director of Melville & Daughters Funeral Directors
Melville & Daughters Funeral Directors
Episode: 77. What it’s really like running a funeral directors business | Damian Melville
Connor Scully
Senior executive consultant at Reed Specialist Recruitment
Reed Specialist Recruitment
Episode: 76. How to get a pay rise: Salary negotiation that works | Connor Scully
Leanne Appleton
Senior recruitment manager with Reed, expert on salary discussions and negotiations
Reed
Episode: 75. How to calculate what you're worth in the job market | Leanne Appleton
Andrew Hulbert
Entrepreneur, founder of Pareto Facilities Management, and chair of the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management
Pareto Facilities Management; Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management
Episode: 74. How to grow a business fast and exit successfully | Andrew Hulbert
Edward Mitchell
Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Arda Biomaterials
Arda Biomaterials
Episode: 73. No cows here: Could your pint become your next leather wallet? | TJ Mitchell

Host

James Reed
Host of All About Business; Chairman and CEO of Reed Group; long-running host with a focus on practical business leadership and strategy.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 584 ratings
  • Business

    5

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Santonio19892
    United Statesa month ago
  • Happy

    Excellent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jen JenPen2
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • All about business

    Very interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Brooks,ie
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • 73

    Bussines man

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tayyib erdogan
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Nice

    Helpful and relevant but needs more real examples.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Olivia6696
    United States2 months ago

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80. How a £5,000 workshop became a global luxury brand | Tom Faulkner
Q: What challenges do you face in balancing a British-made operation with a strong U.S. market?
Tariffs were manageable, and the real challenge is economic cycles and maintaining demand; relationships with interior designers and careful market positioning help sustain momentum in America.
80. How a £5,000 workshop became a global luxury brand | Tom Faulkner
Q: What makes Capricorn special and how did it influence the brand?
Capricorn is a signature piece that encapsulates the transition to metal, combining a simple contemporary silhouette with a classical motif; it helped establish the brand's identity and recognition in the luxury market.
80. How a £5,000 workshop became a global luxury brand | Tom Faulkner
Q: How did you get started in this field and what was your first big break?
I started painting tabletops as a hobby, turned it into a side business, and then an opportunity with a Swindon fabrication workshop owner allowed me to take over the operation, which anchored the move into metalwork and furniture design.
81. How Gousto is taking on the ultra-processed food industry | Timo Boldt
Q: Where do you see Gousto in five years?
Stronger personally and professionally, with a more automated and AI-assisted menu experience, continuing to expand health-forward, convenient meals while maintaining taste and affordability.
81. How Gousto is taking on the ultra-processed food industry | Timo Boldt
Q: What gets you up on a Monday morning?
Purpose and meaningful work with people I respect; the drive to build something impactful alongside a great team.

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A candid, practical interview show that centers on real-world business journeys, leadership lessons, and practical growth tactics. Episodes span entrepreneurship, brand-building, transformation of hospitality and family-owned businesses, and the impact of technology and AI on strategy and PR. Notable throughlines include resilient leadership, scaling service businesses, sustainable practices, and leveraging networks to win high-profile opportunities. The format often blends personal origin stories with concrete tactics, client wins, and reflections on growth, exits, and governance, making it valuable for operators, operators-to-be, and professionals seeking actionable insights and inspiration. A standout trait is the mix of high-profile fou... more

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2. Tom Faulkner
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5. Damian Melville
6. Connor Scully
7. Leanne Appleton
8. Andrew Hulbert

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