Businesses today are operating in turbulent times. Technology, particularly AI, is enforcing an exponential change in working methods, product requirements, and customer expectations. As if that wasn’t enough, geopolitical challenges, from the turmoil of political uncertainty to a period of high inflation and high interest rates, are taking their toll.
All is not lost. Across the globe, business leaders are overcoming these challenges. In the art of being nimble podcast, we interview them to hear their stories so you can learn from their experiences.
Episodes
11. What the Swiss F-35 Deal Teaches Us About Procurement
With Mirko Kleiner
What the Swiss F-35 fighter jet deal reveals about broken procurement — and how leaders can do it better. Mirko Kleiner, co-founder of the Lean-Agile Procurement Alliance, discusses why traditional tendering fails and how a more collaborative, outcome-focused approach can save time, money, and trust.
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10. Sir Robert Buckland on Navigating AI Risk and Regulation
With Sir Robert Buckland KC
What happens when AI meets the law? Former Justice Secretary Sir Robert Buckland joins Glenn to unpack the legal and ethical realities businesses face — from data and copyright risk to transparency, trust, and regulation.
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9. When the Juice Isn’t Worth the Squeeze: Letting Go of a Promising Business
With Adam Mattis
When Adam Mattis and his wife launched Beans Power Clean, everything clicked—strong demand, clear ops, fast growth. But just four months in, he shut it down. In this episode, Adam shares why the business wasn’t right for them and what it takes to walk away from something that works on paper but costs too much personally.
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8. Lonely at the Top – Why Founders Need NEDs
With James Savage
We welcome James Savage, a seasoned Chartered Director and non-executive director who has guided numerous tech companies across the UK and Asia. Join us as we delve into the vital role of non-executive directors, discussing how they can provide essential support to founders, bring calm during chaotic growth phases, and offer valuable perspectives when challenges arise.
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7. How Finding Product-Market Fit Unlocked Rapid Growth — and Why Adobe Acquired ContentCal
With Andy Lambert
Finding product-market fit didn’t just grow ContentCal—it unlocked rapid scaling, built a loyal customer base, and ultimately led to an acquisition by Adobe. In this episode, Andy Lambert shares how relentless customer conversations, a focus on underserved businesses, and a personality-led approach to growth shaped their journey from idea to exit.
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6. Building a Learning Organisation Across Generations
With Andy Lethbridge
With four generations in the workplace, learning isn’t one-size-fits-all. In this episode, Andy Lethbridge, Global Head of Consulting at Digital Intelligence, discusses building a multigenerational learning culture through new leadership development, digital twins, AI, and facilitating knowledge sharing. It’s a novel approach for organisations to remain adaptable in constant change.
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5. From Shoebox to Scale: The Char.gy Story
With Richard Stobart
How hard can it be to charge your Electric Vehicle on the lamppost outside your house? Richard found out when started Char.gy. We discuss agility and product design for real-world products.
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4. No One Wants to Call the Government — But It Shouldn’t Be This Hard
With Helen Gracie
Government services aim to assist, not compete. We explore how poor design increases costs and suggest changes to improve public services for citizens. Additionally, what lessons can the private sector learn from the government?
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3. When to Build, When to Buy, and When to Do Both.
With Jason Sprague
Deciding whether to build or buy is not merely a matter of cost—it involves control, agility, and the discernment to blend both approaches for optimal outcomes.
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2. Garbage In, Garbage Out. AI Won’t Save You from Bad Data.
With Andy Smith
AI is only as good as the data it learns from—if your data is messy, incomplete, or unreliable, AI won’t save you from bad decisions.
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1. Not Broken, Just Built for Change.
With Charlie Fleet
They told him he was broken—Charlie shares how he turned perceived flaws into strengths, why real transformation happens in small shifts, and how frameworks can be both a tool and a trap.
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