In this episode of the G&T Sessions podcast, Andrew Turner interviews Bruno Goffin, a seasoned leader with extensive experience in corporate environments, particularly at GE and Procter & Gamble. The actual turbulent world has cancelled old models and today young talents lack reference if they want to have an impact. However COURAGE remains one wisdom which remains paramount, especially if you want to defend your personal values. Here is a practical mentoring guide on courage. Bruno shares his journey from a small village in Belgium to becoming a commercial director and executive vice president. He discusses the importance of courage in leadership, the impact of childhood experiences on personal growth, and the valuable lessons learned from Jack Welch, General Electric CEO. Bruno emphasizes the need for young leaders to manage their own destinies and the significance of emotional intelligence in business. In this engaging conversation, he shares his insights on leadership, courage, and the evolving dynamics of the workplace. He recounts his experiences at Procter & Gamble, illustrating the importance of taking risks and challenging the status quo. Bruno emphasizes the need for young leaders to embrace their authenticity, develop emotional intelligence, and cultivate resilience in a rapidly changing world. He also discusses the significance of mentorship and the value of storytelling in leadership development, providing actionable advice for aspiring leaders. This was a wonderful episode to record together with Bruno just before the end of 2024, and now publishing to the world as our first episode of 2025 to set the tone for the year ahead. Enjoy !!

Bruno has accumulated over 40 years of management at C level at blue chips like Procter & Gamble, General Electric and turnaround companies in multi sectors internationally. Today, I am embarking into a give back mentoring program for young leaders, putting courage at the centre of my program.

Bruno has over 20 years European commercial management at P&G and GE; over 25 years international management, consulting and training in multiple industries: Pharma, FMCG, Press, Luxury, Industrial…

Certified trainer Process Communication Model (EQ).

Fluent English, French, Italian

Author: Successful Young Leaders are Courageous

Link to Bruno's Book on Amazon

SUCCESSFUL YOUNG LEADERS ARE COURAGEOUS: A practical guide and toolkit to boost young managers’ personal impact in a highly unpredictable world

by Bruno Goffin | October 2024

https://bit.ly/3ULm7fI

Visit his website for more info.

https://www.courageousyoungleaders.com/

In this episode of the G&T Sessions podcast, host Andrew Turner reunites with guests Ravi Ramachandran and Dave Brewster to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, particularly focusing on artificial intelligence and its implications for businesses and startups. The conversation delves into their personal journeys as entrepreneurs, the changing perceptions of AI agents, the challenges of adoption and validation in the business world, and the potential of open-source solutions in this new era. In this conversation, Ravi and Dave discuss the evolution of open source technology, the business model surrounding it, and the importance of enterprise adoption. They explore the transition from chatbots to more advanced autonomous agents, emphasizing the need for organizations to adapt and innovate. The discussion highlights the role of curiosity in technology adoption and identifies examples of companies successfully implementing these technologies. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the evolving landscape of generative AI, particularly its applications in various industries such as FinTech. They explore the challenges and opportunities that enterprises face in adopting AI technologies, emphasizing the importance of change management and the role of consultants. The discussion also touches on the impact of generative AI on blue-collar workers and the future predictions for AI development. Finally, they highlight the significance of community building in the AI space, advocating for open discussions and collaboration among developers and businesses.

Ravi is CEO & Co-Founder - Eidolon AI

Ravi Ramachandran is a passionate leader specializing in building and scaling venture-backed startups in Silicon Valley. He is the CEO & Co-Founder of Eidolon AI, the first AI Agent Server for the Enterprise (https://www.eidolonai.com).

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-nextlevelgtm/

Dave Brewster Co-Founder and is a seasoned technology leader with extensive experience across various roles in the software and data industry. Currently serving as Co-Founder at August Data since March 2023, Brewster previously held significant positions at DataRobot, focusing on insurance technology as Field CTO and leading product strategy as CTO of the Platform. At Paxata, Brewster co-founded the company and played a pivotal role in developing the first self-service Adaptive Data Preparation platform, overseeing product strategy, management, and marketing. Brewster's career also includes key engineering and architectural roles at Sumo Logic, Guidewire Software, Cascadeworks, Sun Microsystems, and NetDynamics. Brewster holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from The Ohio State University.

https://theorg.com/org/eidolon-ai/org-chart/dave-brewster

Links

www.EidolonAI.com

GitHub: github.com/eidolon-ai/eidolon

Discord: https://discord.com/invite/6kVQrHpeqG

Chapters

00:00 Reunion and Introduction

02:45 The AI Revolution: Insights and Trends

06:06 Founders' Journeys: Dave and Ravi's Backgrounds

08:49 Understanding Agents: The Shift in Perception

12:00 The Impact of AI on Development and Business

15:02 Navigating Adoption: Consumer vs. Business Perspectives

17:57 The Challenges of Testing and Validation

20:50 Open Source: A Brave New Path for Software

28:42 The Open Source Business Model

31:30 Enterprise Adoption and User Experience

34:48 The Evolution of Agents and Chatbots

40:14 The Future of Personal and Business Agents

49:56 Organizational Design and the Role of Agents

53:33 Identifying Leaders in Agent Adoption

57:30 Emerging Use Cases in FinTech

59:57 Transforming Enterprises with Generative AI

01:03:01 The Role of Consultants in AI Adoption

01:06:03 The Impact of Generative AI on Blue-Collar Workers

01:09:10 Future Predictions for Generative AI

01:12:00 Building a Community Around AI Development

In this episode of the G&T Sessions podcast, Andrew Turner interviews Wes Bush, a prominent figure in the Product-Led Growth (PLG) space. They discuss the evolution of buyer preferences, the shift in sales dynamics, and the importance of creating a user-centric experience. Wes shares insights from his books, including the Product-Led Playbook, and emphasizes the need for companies to operationalize PLG strategies across all departments. The conversation highlights the significance of understanding user needs, creating depth in strategy, and building competitive moats around products. In this conversation, Wes Bush discusses the nuances of product-led growth, emphasizing the importance of niche tools in AI, the concept of 'first strike' in user experience, and the critical role of product design and education in achieving success. He highlights successful examples of product-led companies and the need for a focused go-to-market strategy, while also addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in the business landscape.

Here is the link to Wes's latest book - Product Led Playbook on Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Product-Led-Playbook-Self-Serve-Dominate-ProductLed-ebook/dp/B0DJ3854MV/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1

Listen until the end for an Special Gift from Wes ;)

In this conversation, Andrew Turner interviews Charlie Winton, founder of OK Positive, about his journey as a startup founder and his mission to help people improve their mental health. They also discuss the importance of self-awareness, dealing with rejection, and the challenges of implementing effective well-being strategies in corporate environments. Charlie discusses the importance of mental health and well-being in the workplace. He emphasizes the need for personalized and accessible support, using technology to provide individuals with the tools and resources they need to improve their mental health. He also highlights the role of AI in alleviating repetitive tasks and allowing humans to focus on creativity and collaboration. He shares his experience of incorporating his business in Malta and the potential for growth in the well-being industry. He emphasises the importance of motivation and individualised approaches to well-being, rather than setting generic goals or targets.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Funny Story

04:01 Charlie's Journey and the Birth of OK Positive

06:04 Understanding Mental Health Issues

10:33 Triggering Events and the Importance of Change

18:02 Combining Mental Health and Startup Founder Challenges

25:33 Well-Being Strategies in Corporate Environments

28:50 The Effectiveness of Well-Being Surveys and Interventions

32:16 Streamlining Processes and Providing Instant Support

32:40 Personalised and Accessible Support

34:07 The Role of Technology and AI

35:43 Growth Opportunities in the Well-being Industry

52:42 Motivation and Individualised Approaches

Links

www.okpositive.org

https://www.okpositive.org/download

We are joined today by Jeremy Bassett, founder of Co:Cubed and SuperBenji. They discuss the MADFest event, Jeremy's background in finance and marketing, and the journey of starting Co:Cubed and SuperBenji. They also touch on the challenges of change management and the role of AI in sales. Jeremy shares his vision for SuperBenji and how it aims to make sales technology easy and intuitive to adopt. Jeremy Basset, founder and CEO of Super Benji, shares his journey from working in a corporate environment to becoming an entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging failure, learning from it, and moving on to the next thing. Basset discusses the process of stepping out of his previous business and launching Super Benji, highlighting the need for a gradual transition and testing the waters. He also shares his experiences of taking holidays and the challenges of being off the grid. Basset reflects on the peaks and valleys of his career, including leaving the corporate world of Unilever and the lessons he learned from those experiences. He encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to start with a problem, leverage their unique abilities, and test their ideas with feedback from others. Basset also discusses the power of AI and the opportunities it presents for innovation. And his admission as you can see below off running 6 marathons in 6 days across Africa, which is pretty impressive. Go Go Go Jeremy !!! Enjoy

Links

Try the demo: https://www.superbenji.ai/emaildemo

Website https://www.superbenji.ai

In this episode, Andrew interviews Zoran Popovic, the Co-Founder of the Nis Nomad Weekend conference in Serbia. They discuss the concept of digital nomads and the growing trend of working while traveling. Zoran shares his background as an entrepreneur and his motivation for organizing the conference. They also talk about the history and potential of Nis as a tech hub, with its engineering culture and strong heritage. Zoran also discusses his startup, Guidelites, which aims to become the standard digital reception platform. Zoran has many years of entrepreneurial experience and has been a startup mentor in Startup Academy for three years since 2021. He received the award Mediana’s Dukat from the city of Niš, Serbia for creating an application that helped the crisis headquarters fight COVID-19. Zoran is the mastermind behind GuideLites`s go-to-market strategy and is charting a course for global expansion

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

04:23 Digital Nomads and the Concept of Working While Traveling

09:06 Nis as a Tech Hub

15:41 The Genesis of Nis NOMAD Weekend

32:34 Guidelites: Revolutionizing Digital Reception

36:21 The Future of Work: Voice-Based Interactions

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/popoviczoran

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zrii4488/

Digital Reception: https://digitalreception.app/

Castit Digital Signage: https://castitsignage.com/

Future Forward: https://futureforward.nl/

Today’s episode of The G&T Sessions has been brewing for a while. Andrew Turner interviews Dan Meredith, discussing topics such as authenticity on social media, the importance of consistency in podcasting, and the genesis of Dan's first book, that he wrote just over 8 years ago, to launch at an event with Gary V and is called ‘How To Be F*cking Awesome". Dan Meredith is a business coach, mentor & speaker specialising in growth, mindset and productivity with a focus on helping people achieve a successful and sustainable entrepreneurial career. We touch on the challenges and setbacks Dan faced in his personal and professional life, including the loss of his father and a serious motorcycle accident. Dan shares his philosophy of aggressively leveling up and finding a balance between success and happiness. He emphasises the importance of focusing on what truly matters and removing negative influences from one's life. Dan emphasises the importance of taking risks, being disciplined, and maintaining a positive attitude. He shares personal stories and insights on gratitude, human connection, and the balance between technology and humanity. Dan encourages listeners to make a positive impact and not be afraid to try new things. He also announces the upcoming launch of his new book and explains about his active community “Coffee with Dan” which was initiated after his marathon of writing his first book and drinking too much coffee for 3.5 days.

Links

@therealdanmeredith on Instagram

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Authenticity on Social Media

04:09 The Genesis of Dan's First Book

09:59 The Importance of Consistency in Podcasting

14:33 Overcoming Challenges and Setbacks

32:14 Taking Risks and Pushing Boundaries

38:34 The Power of Discipline and Consistency

43:41 Gratitude and Maintaining a Positive Attitude

49:13 Human Connection in a Digital World

53:06 Making a Positive Impact and Leaving a Legacy

Here are some takeaways from this episode

• Authenticity on social media can create a strong connection with your audience.
• Consistency is key in podcasting and can lead to long-term success.
• Challenges and setbacks are a part of life, and it's important to find resilience and learn from them.
• Success should not come at the expense of happiness and personal well-being.
• Focusing on what truly matters and removing negative influences can lead to a more fulfilling life. Take calculated risks and push yourself out of your comfort zone.
• Consistently do the work and focus on the things that will lead to growth and success.
• Practice gratitude and maintain a positive attitude, even in the face of setbacks.
• Value human connection and strive for a balance between technology and humanity.
• Make a positive impact and leave a legacy that you can be proud of.

Today's episode of The G&T sessions we are joined by Matt Callanan, a Mindset coach, Hypnotherapist and lecturer, talking about visualization, hypnosis, and leveraging dyslexia as a superpower. Matt shares his experiences using visualization and hypnosis to help people overcome fears, pass exams, and achieve their goals. He also discusses the power of creating a vision board and taking action to make opportunities happen. The conversation highlights the importance of reframing dyslexia and other neurodivergent thinking as strengths rather than limitations. Matt's journey from a career in media to coaching and lecturing demonstrates the power of embracing one's true talents and passions. Matt Callanan shares his journey from being a DJ to finding his passion in filmmaking and coaching. He emphasizes the importance of helping others and making a positive difference in the world. Matt discusses his role as a coach, helping individuals overcome limiting beliefs and unlock their true potential. He highlights the need for accountability and mindset shifts to achieve personal and professional growth. Matt's coaching approach is tailored to each individual's needs, regardless of their age or industry. Matt Callanan shares his experience with group coaching and the power of accountability. He discusses the benefits of doing activities like CrossFit in a group setting, where the community and shared experience push individuals to achieve more. Matt also emphasizes the importance of visual accountability and taking action in the moment, rather than putting tasks off. He highlights the role of coaching in helping individuals break negative patterns and create positive ripple effects in their lives and relationships. Matt shares his journey to becoming a National Coaching Awards > Transformational Coach of the Year and the importance of collecting evidence and testimonials to support one's claims. Enjoy !!!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Colorful Beginnings

08:10 The Power of Visualization and Hypnosis

30:12 Exploring Different Passions

37:23 Making a Positive Difference

45:30 Coaching and Unlocking Potential

52:26 Accountability and Action

01:02:35 The Power of Group Coaching and Accountability

Here’s the links:

https://www.121matt.com/

https://www.instagram.com/coachcallanan/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattcallanan/