Monzo CEO: The Major Problem With Traditional Banking & How To Fix Financial Anxiety
TS Anil’s journey through the world of banking has been anything but conventional. From boardrooms in Tokyo to the fast-moving culture of Silicon Valley, each step taught him that real change doesn't come from preserving the past, it comes from building something new.In this episode, TS reflects on his decision to leave the safety of big banks, the career-defining leap into tech at Visa, and how those experiences prepared him to lead Monzo through some of its toughest moments, including the height of the pandemic. He shares the story behind Monzo’s most innovative features, the importance of listening closely to customers, and why purpose and adaptability are the real keys to leading in uncertain times.It’s a story of bold decisions, quiet resilience, and building the kind of company you’d want to be a customer of.Partners:IFS - award-winning Asset & Service Management software👉 Reimagine your operations at: https://highpfrmc.com/ifs-auHeights 👉 Join Jake in maintaining your hydration. Get 20% off with code Room20:https://highpfrmc.com/heights-hydrate-auThe Book of Money: How to feel good (or better) about your finances by Monzo publishes 4th September: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Book-Money-better-about-finances/dp/1804948667 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Gary Stevenson | The Structural Flaw In Society Billionaires Don’t Want You To Know
Gary Stevenson didn’t follow a traditional path, he challenged it at every turn. Expelled from school at 16 and later pushed out of Citibank for speaking up, Gary’s journey has been shaped by resilience, rebellion, and a refusal to stay silent.In this episode, Gary opens up about the high-stakes world of trading, the psychological toll of chasing success, and the personal battles that came with confronting corporate power. From unexpected lessons in Tokyo to quiet acts of solidarity in a cutthroat industry, his story is as much about survival as it is about awakening.It’s a powerful look at what happens when you step off the fast track, and choose to fight for something bigger than yourself.Partners:IFS - award-winning Asset & Service Management software👉 Reimagine your operations at: https://highpfrmc.com/ifs-auHeights 👉 Join Jake in maintaining your hydration. Get 20% off with code Room20:https://highpfrmc.com/heights-hydrate-au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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From DIY T-Shirts To £100m Global Label: Represent’s Branding Blue Print
George Heaton’s journey with Represent wasn’t a straight line, it was a series of hard pivots, gut checks, and quiet rebuilds. What started as a passion project in streetwear hit a breaking point, forcing George to confront what wasn’t working and make the kind of decisions most founders avoid.In this episode, George takes us through the moment everything stalled, the warehouse bathroom where reality hit, and the bold move to rebuild the brand from scratch. He shares how returning to simple product drops reconnected Represent with its roots, and how stepping back from the business side, by bringing in a CEO, unlocked new levels of creative and commercial growth.It’s a story about letting go, doubling down, and the power of starting over, with purpose.IFS - award-winning Asset & Service Management software👉 Reimagine your operations at: https://highpfrmc.com/ifs-auHeights 👉 Join Jake in maintaining your hydration. Get 20% off with code Room20: https://highpfrmc.com/heights-hydrate-au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Will Music Survive AI & Turning $400 Into A Global Music Platform: Resident Advisor Founder Paul Clement
Paul Clement never set out to build a flashy startup, he set out to build something that mattered. Born from genuine passion and a deep connection to the community he served, his business grew not by chasing trends, but by staying grounded in purpose.In this episode, Paul talks about the power of building slowly and sustainably, why loving the process matters more than chasing quick wins, and how adapting to change doesn’t mean losing your identity. From bootstrapping with intention to making decisions based on evidence, not ego, his story is a masterclass in thoughtful entrepreneurship.It’s about staying true to your values, trusting your pace, and creating something that lasts.IFS - award-winning Asset & Service Management software👉 Reimagine your operations at https://hppod.co/ifsaiHeights 👉 Join Jake in maintaining your hydration. Get 20% off with code Room20:Audio Link: https://highpfrmc.com/heights-hydrate-au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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"You Can’t Monetize Burnout": The Rise, Fall & Rise Again Of Britain's Biggest YouTuber
Jim Chapman was part of a digital wave no one saw coming, and found himself at the center of it. What started as casual videos turned into global influence, brand deals, and a move to London that changed everything almost overnight.In this episode, Jim reflects on the chaos and charm of building a career in the early days of YouTube, the pressure to constantly evolve as the internet shifted beneath his feet, and how fatherhood forced him to rethink everything, from content schedules to what success really means. He shares the highs, the hidden challenges, and the quiet moments that taught him how to keep creating without losing himself.It’s a story about fame, flexibility, and finding clarity when the spotlight dims.IFS - award-winning Asset & Service Management software👉 Reimagine your operations at https://hppod.co/ifsaiHeights 👉 Join Jake in maintaining your hydration. Get 20% off with code Room20:https://highpfrmc.com/heights-hydrate-au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Step inside the moments that shaped the world’s biggest brands in The Room Where It Happened, a brand-new podcast hosted by Jake Humphrey.Each episode sees the guest take us back inside a room and a moment that changed the course of their careers. With unprecedented insight on the pivotal decisions, unexpected turns, and behind-the-scenes moments that propelled companies to global recognition - and the lessons learned along the way from the people who were right in the middle of it all.The Room Where It Happened is your front-row seat to the conversations that shaped history, offering a rare glimpse into the defining moments of top entrepreneurs and industry leaders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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