Has Capitalism changed FOREVER? | The Working Week Show
Have we got it all WRONG when it comes to CONSCIOUS CAPITALISM? Can Capitalism ever be truly conscious? And - could Conscious Capitalism just be the thing to SAVE the world? Just a few of the big questions explored in this episode of The Working Week with entrepreneur Ben Askins.
Ben is joined by Raj Sisodia, co-author of the book "Conscious Capitalism: Liberating the Heroic Spirit of Business” - the groundbreaking book that popularised the term “Conscious Capitalism" over a decade ago. But, much has changed since then so - while the book is being re-written - Raj offers Ben incredible insight into the twists and turns of how to make PROFIT for PURPOSE, how to make business with HIGHER CONSCIENCE, and why he believes “Business as Usual” is NO LONGER an option!
Whether you’re a Founder or CEO looking to re-think your business plan, or you’re just someone with a thirst to change the world, this one’s for you. You’ll also get Ben’s best advice for businesses and companies, and a few laughs along the way!
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
01:20 What is bad Capitalism?
02:33 How can Capitalism be Conscious?
08:25 The problem of greenwashing
10:45 How critique and scrutiny holds brands back
11:50 “Necessary evils?”
12:50 Ben interviews Raj Sisodia, co-author of the book "Conscious Capitalism”
31:03 Ben’s final say
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Credits:
https://www.tiktok.com/@tonyschocolonely_us/video/7298435571490295046
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How do we SAVE the HOSPITALITY industry? | The Working Week Show
How do we SAVE the HOSPITALITY industry?
In this episode of The Working Week with entrepreneur Ben Askins - as we lose TWENTY bars and restaurants EVERY WEEK, and ONE nightclub every TWO days - Ben gets stuck into why the hospitality industry is struggling so much in 2025, and what we can do to save it…
Ben is joined by Night Time Economy Adviser, Sacha Lord - co-creator of Parklife Festival and the Warehouse Project - who has been instrumental in fighting for the survival of the hospitality economy and businesses.
Whether you’re a bar or restaurant owner struggling to keep your doors open, or you’re a regular pub-goer devastated to see your local shut up shop, this one’s for you. You’ll also get Ben’s best advice for businesses and companies, and a few laughs along the way!
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
01:30 How many pubs, bars, restaurants and nightclubs are closing?
02:42 The real stories, people and businesses behind the headlines
04:18 The history of the British pub
05:00 How hospitality closures increase loneliness
05:43 How Jeremy Clarkson is fighting to save village pubs
07:10 The impact of Brexit
08:46 How the pandemic and lockdowns impacted nightclubs
09:52 Inflation and the cost of living crisis
10:46 How much does a pint cost?
12:39 The pros and cons of Gen Z’s drinking habits
14:20 Ben interviews Night Time Economy Adviser, Sacha Lord
29:33 Ben’s final say
We have been in touch with the Government department that looks after the hospitality industry, but have not heard back.
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Credits:
https://www.tiktok.com/@the_pub_man/video/7416629457181478176?lang=en
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0DV87JZW1/ref=atv_dp_season_select_s4
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Why does everyone HATE their boss? | The Working Week Show
Why does everyone HATE their boss?
In this episode of The Working Week with entrepreneur Ben Askins - with 1 in 3 workers having recently quit a job because of their boss - Ben’s going back to his roots. In an era of toxic workplaces and toxic bosses, Ben looks back in history to answer the question: have bosses always been this bad?
You’ll get Ben’s take on what it really means to be a good boss, as he tackles some of the worst boss stories you’ll ever hear, and explains why nothing kills motivation like bad management! Whether you need some advice on how to handle your boss, or you’re a manager yourself and could do with hearing some home truths, this one’s for you! You’ll also get Ben’s best advice for businesses and companies, and a few laughs along the way!
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:50 My boss fired me when I was on my honeymoon
02:00 Nearly 1 in 4 employees are working for the worst manager they’ve ever had
02:53 “People don’t quit jobs, they quit managers”
04:50 My boss cancelled my leave during my mum’s funeral
06:00 Why the majority of bosses are accidental
08:13 The worst bosses in history
15:02 Micromanagement
17:01 Why some bosses are not to blame
18:06 Is it healthy not to like your boss?
19:47 Are we too pessimistic in this day and age?
21:16 Why bosses need more training
25:14 Ben’s final say and advice for employees and managers
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Credits:
https://www.tiktok.com/@natoutofoffice/video/7479091477340081413
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Why everyone HATES airlines | The Working Week Show
Why does everyone HATE airlines?
In this episode of The Working Week with entrepreneur Ben Askins - with over 1 in 2 flyers facing travel problems - Ben tackles the top 5 most annoying things airlines do in 2025. You’ll get Ben’s unfiltered take on why airlines quite literally take customers for a ride when it comes to hidden additional costs, and how cheap flights have ruined the customer experience.
Ben is joined by renowned travel journalist and broadcaster, Simon Calder, who you’ll have seen on multiple news outlets as someone who has become the face of British travel information and tourism advice.
Whether you’re a regular traveller who's had enough of bad customer service, or you're someone who is quite simply interested in how we can make the aviation business better for everyone, this one’s for you! You’ll also get Ben’s best advice for employers and companies, and a few laughs along the way!
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:55 Why are people so hacked off with airlines?
03:56 Paying extra for seats
06:40 If that’s not drip pricing, drip pricing doesn’t exist as a thing!
08:00 Why luggage produces so much revenue
12:43 Why do you have to pay to change your name?
15:30 I took an airline to court…and won
20:13 Ben speaks to leading UK travel expert and broadcaster, Simon Calder
35:14 Why does everyone hate airlines? Ben’s final say
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Credits:
https://www.tiktok.com/@travel/video/7266920119354264865?q=how%20airports%20treat%20luggage&t=1747069179596
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The WORST office dress code ever? | The Working Week Show
Are we witnessing the END of the OFFICE DRESS CODE?
In this episode of The Working Week with entrepreneur Ben Askins - with just 7% of workers in the UK still wearing a suit to work, and nearly half of Americans saying they wear suits less frequently now than they did 10 years ago - Ben debates whether getting suited and booted for work is a thing of the past.
Ben is joined by “The Corporate Agony Aunt”, Isobelle Panton, who has amassed a huge following online for her tips on how to navigate corporate life effectively after years of first-hand experience working in the business world - specialising in Personal Brand and Sales Strategy Consultancy.
You’ll get Ben’s unfiltered take on when bosses and managers SHOULD be allowed to impose rules, the truth behind wearing political slogans in the office, and the modern day challenges companies face when it comes to the work dress code. You’ll also get Ben’s best advice for employers and businesses, and a few laughs along the way!
Whether you’re an employee wondering what NOT to wear in the workplace, or you’re a company in need of a workwear shake-up, this one’s for you!
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
01:38 Is this the most ridiculous dress code ever?
02:36 This dress code is just dangerous
04:08 The death of the suit?
06:07 The history of the business suit
08:55 Why uniforms are a good idea
10:00 Is it ok to wear political slogans in the office?
13:44 The rise of the corporate beard
16:50 What NOT to wear to work in the summer
19:00 What is acceptable to wear on zoom calls?
21:00 Sexism in the workplace and women’s workwear
26:12 Ben’s interview with The “Corporate Agony Aunt”, Isobelle Panton
38:04 Should companies relax dress codes? Ben’s final say
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Credits:
https://www.tiktok.com/@questioningthecubicle/video/7498435270635818282?q=my%20work%20sent%20me%20home%20for%20wearing&t=1746188484934
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMbKluqLSHY
https://www.tiktok.com/@mag___s/video/7496522291363302687?q=flipflops%20to%20work&t=1746617652666
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZpEpNPaxsw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=ENAiUoupRM4
https://vm.tiktok.com/ZNdR3Wx6n/
Celebrating the wins and calling out the nonsense. The Working Week with Ben Askins is a show that tackles the highs and lows of the business world. Each week, we dive into a trending topic - whether it’s a workplace challenge, a business struggle, or something just simply going wrong - and we break it down. How did we get here? Why did we get here? And, most importantly, what do we do about it? This is your guide to surviving the workplace - and having a few laughs along the way - with 2x Founder and former Forbes 30u30 entrepreneur Ben Askins - so hit subscribe & we'll see you in the next episode.
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