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7 Figure Leaders
How to Scale a Fit-Out Business from Startup to £30M (ft. Michael Potter)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Michael Potter, Founder and Managing Director of Curve Workplaces, to explore the remarkable growth of his office fit-out, furniture, and lighting group—now in its tenth year and turning over more than £30 million across its divisions.Michael begins by sharing the origin story of Curve Workplaces, which started in 2016 when three industry professionals transformed an existing business into a new design-and-build venture. He reflects on the early days of operating from a serviced office, setting ambitious targets, and unexpectedly hitting a £2.12 million first-year turnover—despite the number being chosen on the spot. Michael walks listeners through the company’s rapid progression, from hiring its first emp...
2025-11-22
26 min
7 Figure Leaders
How to Future-Proof Your People and Scale Your Business (ft. Toby Henry)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Toby Henry, CEO of Accelerator Solutions, to explore how learning and development is evolving in a fast-changing business landscape. Toby shares an overview of his work helping organisations strengthen their talent, leadership capabilities, and service culture—particularly in sectors where people are the core differentiator, such as consulting, legal services, social housing, and construction.A major theme of the conversation is how companies can build the human skills that technology can’t replace. Toby discusses the rising demand for training in communication, trust-building, commercial awareness, and relationship development—skills that remain essential even as AI reshapes workplaces. He explains how Accelerator Solutions designs...
2025-11-21
22 min
7 Figure Leaders
Scaling Homeserve and Supporting the Growth of SMEs (ft. Jeremy Middleton)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths is joined by Jeremy Middleton, co-founder of Homeserve and an experienced investor in small- to medium-sized enterprises. Jeremy takes listeners through his entrepreneurial journey, from his early days at Procter & Gamble to co-founding Homeserve and transforming it into a cash-generative, FTSE 100 company over 30 years.Jeremy shares how he and his business partner Richard Middleton identified opportunities in the property and plumbing sectors, including the pivot from a traditional plumbing contracting model to an insurance-based, subscription model that provided homeowners with peace of mind. He explains why understanding customer needs and designing a...
2025-11-04
25 min
7 Figure Leaders
Growing a Commercial Cleaning Company (ft. Neil Fagelman)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Neil Fagelman, Managing Director of Merco Facilities Management, to explore his journey from operations manager to business owner. Neil shares how, after years of running the business on behalf of the previous director, he acquired Merco in 2022 and stepped into the responsibility of leading a company with over 100 employees.The conversation delves into the challenges of transitioning from operations to ownership, particularly the financial pressures and the learning curve of managing payroll, profit and loss, and business strategy. Neil reflects openly on the mistakes he made along the way...
2025-11-04
24 min
7 Figure Leaders
Building a Natural Snack Empire (ft. Matt Hunt)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Matt Hunt, founder of the Protein Ball Company, to explore the journey of building a pioneering health snack brand. Matt shares his entrepreneurial story, from his early experiences working in a fruit and nut store to launching his first business, Olafs, which became a global success. This foundation laid the groundwork for the Protein Ball Company, which he and his wife Haley started 11 years ago, aiming to bring natural, bite-sized protein snacks to the UK market.The conversation delves into the inspiration behind the company, highlighting Matt’s observation of...
2025-11-04
26 min
Live & Linking with Ashley Leeds
Why Small Business Owners Get Cash Flow Wrong - Live & Linking #89 with Tom Griffiths
Live & Linking #89 with Tom GriffithsIf you're a small business owner who avoids looking at your numbers, this episode is for you. I'm joined by Tom Griffiths, a fractional CFO who's on a mission to demystify the numbers and help business owners make smarter decisions. We cover the difference between profit and cash (it’s not what you think), why so many people get into trouble with HMRC, and how a simple spreadsheet could stop your business going under.Tom’s got a brilliant way of making finance feel less scary and more like...
2025-11-04
31 min
7 Figure Leaders
From Plumbing to Growth Capital (ft. Jeremy Middleton)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths is joined by Jeremy Middleton, co-founder of Homeserve and an experienced investor in small- to medium-sized enterprises. Jeremy takes listeners through his entrepreneurial journey, from his early days at Procter & Gamble to co-founding Homeserve and transforming it into a cash-generative, FTSE 100 company over 30 years.Jeremy shares how he and his business partner Richard Middleton identified opportunities in the property and plumbing sectors, including the pivot from a traditional plumbing contracting model to an insurance-based, subscription model that provided homeowners with peace of mind. He explains why understanding customer needs and designing a...
2025-11-01
25 min
7 Figure Leaders
From Ops Manager to Owner: Scaling a Cleaning Business (ft. Neil Fagelman)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Neil Fagelman, Managing Director of Merco Facilities Management, to explore his journey from operations manager to business owner. Neil shares how, after years of running the business on behalf of the previous director, he acquired Merco in 2022 and stepped into the responsibility of leading a company with over 100 employees.The conversation delves into the challenges of transitioning from operations to ownership, particularly the financial pressures and the learning curve of managing payroll, profit and loss, and business strategy. Neil reflects openly on the mistakes he made along the way...
2025-11-01
24 min
7 Figure Leaders
From Olives to Protein Balls: Building a Natural Snack Empire (ft. Matt Hunt)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Matt Hunt, founder of the Protein Ball Company, to explore the journey of building a pioneering health snack brand. Matt shares his entrepreneurial story, from his early experiences working in a fruit and nut store to launching his first business, Olafs, which became a global success. This foundation laid the groundwork for the Protein Ball Company, which he and his wife Haley started 11 years ago, aiming to bring natural, bite-sized protein snacks to the UK market.The conversation delves into the inspiration behind the company, highlighting Matt’s observation of...
2025-11-01
26 min
7 Figure Leaders
From Burnout to Breakthrough (ft. Roy Castleman)
In this episode of the podcast, Tom Griffiths sits down with Roy Castleman, founder of All the Power, to explore the intersection of business growth, personal resilience, and the transformative potential of technology. Roy shares his journey from arriving in the UK on a two-year work visa in 1997 to building multiple IT companies, acquiring the very first firm he worked for, and later expanding into adventure experiences like indoor skydiving and surfing. Along the way, he discusses the challenges, failures, and lessons that shaped his entrepreneurial path.Roy delves into the critical role of the Entrepreneurial Operating...
2025-11-01
22 min
7 Figure Leaders
Building a Legal Business from Scratch (ft. Jonathan Lea)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Jonathan Lea, founder of the Jonathan Lea Network, a law firm specialising in advising startups, owner-managed businesses, and mature private companies. Jonathan shares his journey from training at large City law firms to establishing his own regulated firm, offering insights into the challenges and rewards of building a legal business from scratch.Jonathan explains the full scope of services his firm provides, focusing on corporate and commercial law, shareholder agreements, litigation, and dispute resolution. He explores the complexities of advising technology startups through successive investment rounds, negotiating shareholders’ agreements, ma...
2025-10-31
26 min
7 Figure Leaders
How to Scale Your Business Without Burning Out (ft. Gerard O’Donovan)
In this episode of the podcast, Tom Griffiths is joined by Gerard O’Donovan, a multifounder with extensive experience in both the insurance and coaching industries. Gerard shares his journey from serving in the Royal Marines to building and running successful businesses, including Noble Manhattan Financial Services and his international coach training school.The conversation explores the key factors behind Gerard’s long-term business success, particularly the importance of building and empowering strong teams. He reflects on how having talented individuals with complementary skills—ranging from IT and finance to leadership and training—has been critical to scaling...
2025-10-10
22 min
7 Figure Leaders
The False Exit: How to Build a Business That Runs Without You (ft. John Lamerton)
In this episode, host Tom Griffiths speaks with John Lamerton, author of The False Exit, about why many entrepreneurs focus on selling their businesses when they should instead be building ones that can run — and thrive — without them.John shares the story behind his book, beginning with a near-sale of his sports-betting business for £2 million. When the deal fell through, he and his business partner realised the company still depended heavily on them — a major red flag for any buyer. What followed was 18 months of deliberate systemisation: creating standard operating procedures, decision-making frameworks, and automated processes that allowed...
2025-10-10
23 min
7 Figure Leaders
From Idea to Impact: The Turtle Enviro Journey (ft. Damone Armstrong)
In this episode, host Tom Griffiths sits down with Damone, founder of Turtle Enviro, to explore how he’s built one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of underground drainage and water treatment products. With over three decades in the drainage industry, Damone shares the lessons, missteps, and values that have shaped his entrepreneurial journey — from starting out at his dining table in 2016 to running a £6 million business today.Damone opens up about his guiding principle: “Stick to your knitting — do what you know best.” After decades of experience and several ventures, he’s learned that the secret to long...
2025-10-10
24 min
7 Figure Leaders
From Start-Up to Safety Leader: The Fastline Journey (ft. Adam Fleming)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths speaks with Adam Fleming, founder and Managing Director of Fastline, a family-run business specialising in warehouse safety and infrastructure solutions. Since launching in 2016, Fastline has grown from a one-person consultancy into a ten-strong team serving major names such as Amazon, Aldi, and Lidl.Adam shares the story behind Fastline’s beginnings — how a single contract opportunity became the catalyst for launching his own company. He reflects on the challenges of building credibility in a competitive industry, from developing more efficient line-marking and impact protection systems to earning quality accreditations like ISO 9001 and Safe...
2025-10-10
21 min
7 Figure Leaders
How to Scale a Social Media Agency Successfully (ft. Phil Treagous Evans)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths welcomes Phil Tregous Evans, CEO and co-founder of Giraffe Social, to explore the journey of building and scaling a successful social media agency. Phil shares insights from over 13 years of experience, reflecting on the challenges and lessons learned while growing Giraffe Social from a small startup to a team of 14 working with large global brands.The discussion begins with Phil’s background and the origins of Giraffe Social, highlighting the early focus on survival and the gradual shift towards strategic growth. A significant portion of the conversation revolves around the challenges of hi...
2025-09-06
21 min
7 Figure Leaders
How to Scale Your Tech Business with Clarity and Rhythm (ft. Liam Corcoran)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Liam Corcoran, a coach and investor who helps tech founders scale their businesses from $1M to $10M in annual recurring revenue without burning out. Liam shares insights drawn from over 20 years of experience building, scaling, and investing in companies across AI, Web3, SaaS, and e-commerce.The conversation explores the common challenges founders face at this growth stage. Liam highlights the founder bottleneck—where every decision depends on the CEO—and the critical importance of hiring the right people for the business’s stage. He also delves into financial management, sharin...
2025-09-06
22 min
7 Figure Leaders
How to Sell Your Business in the Real World (ft. Neil Ackroyd)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths is joined by Neil Ackroyd, founder of Precision Corporate Finance, to explore the realities of buying and selling businesses in the UK—particularly for owner-managed SMEs.Neil shares his background in corporate finance, having qualified at KPMG before spending over 20 years advising on company sales. Rather than focusing on specific sectors, Neil champions a generalist approach, arguing that expertise in the sale process matters more than industry knowledge—especially as AI can now perform buyer research faster and more accurately than human analysts.A major theme of the discussion is the...
2025-06-28
34 min
7 Figure Leaders
Building Through Acquisitions and Avoiding Common Pitfalls (ft. Samuel Daughtry)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths is joined by Samuel Daughtry, founder of Buy Side Advisory, a consultancy that helps business owners grow through strategic acquisitions. Drawing on years of experience in financial services and private equity, Samuel shares a comprehensive overview of how and why business owners should consider buying other companies to expand.The discussion begins with Samuel’s career journey, from working in post-acquisition roles in private equity to launching his own firm focused on helping entrepreneurs and business owners navigate the acquisition process. He explains that most of his clients are established business owners looking to grow faster or diversify their offerings by acquiring complementary businesses....
2025-06-02
25 min
7 Figure Leaders
Building a Scalable and Profitable Agency (ft. Mark Blacklee)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths is joined by Mark Blacklee, founder of Kuro – a performance-driven PPC agency with over 16 years of experience helping businesses grow through strategic digital marketing. Mark shares his journey from starting Kuro with a business partner in a university incubator, to scaling it into a specialized performance agency focused solely on paid media.The conversation delves into the challenges of running and scaling an agency, including the early mistakes Mark and his team made around pricing, hiring, and cash flow management. He reflects on how common it is for agency owners to focus on revenue growth, while ignoring profitability, capacity, and the operational structure needed to s...
2025-05-31
24 min
7 Figure Leaders
Step Back from Operations and Scale with Confidence (ft. Lloyd Thompson)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths speaks with Lloyd Thompson, founder of VirtualDOO and a seasoned fractional COO, about how small business owners can step out of daily operations and build more scalable, sellable companies.Lloyd shares how his team helps businesses (typically with 5–25 employees) by embedding part-time operators who bring structure, accountability, and clarity. He discusses how his approach begins with an operations assessment—reviewing a company’s vision, values, team structures, systems, and feedback loops—to identify where founders are stuck and how to replace their involvement with effective processes and people.Real-life examples highlight Lloyd’s broad experience across e-commerce, marketing agencies, and even field-based serv...
2025-05-31
24 min
7 Figure Leaders
How to Prepare Your Business for a Successful Exit (ft. Gareth Hawkins)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths speaks with Gareth Hawkins, co-founder of BizCrunch, about preparing small and medium-sized businesses for successful exits and the critical role this plays in the broader UK economy.Gareth shares his career journey—from growing a multi-business industrial group through acquisition and exiting to a Nordic holding company, to launching startups and investing in over 30 ventures. Now, with BizCrunch, he’s on a mission to digitally transform small business M&A and address the growing challenge of baby boomer-owned businesses lacking succession plans.The conversation explores the looming “economic continuity risk” posed by the potential closure of hundreds of thousands of UK businesses owned by retirement-age fo...
2025-05-31
27 min
7 Figure Leaders
Unlocking R&D Tax Relief Without Compromising Compliance (ft. Peter Clark)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Peter Clark, co-founder of RCK Partners, to demystify the often misunderstood world of R&D tax relief. RCK Partners is a specialist consultancy focused on helping companies access tax incentives—most notably R&D tax credits—while maintaining rigorous compliance standards.Peter kicks off with an overview of RCK’s core services, which span R&D tax relief, capital allowances, land remediation relief, business rates, and the Patent Box regime. While R&D credits remain the primary focus, Peter explains how recent legislative changes are reshaping the landscape—particularly with the emergence of the new “MERGED” and “Enhanced R&D Intensive” schemes.Listeners gai...
2025-05-30
24 min
The M&A Zing
M&A Zing (Ep. 16)– Kill Messy Books - Before They Kill Your Cash Flow: Tom Griffiths
Running the company from the bank balance might feel quick, but it’s why 82 % of small firms die of “self-inflicted” cash-flow wounds. Former JP Morgan banker Tom Griffiths now parachutes into owner-managed businesses as a fractional CFO. He walks us through: - The 16 financial drivers every SME should track (revenue → gross → net → cash) - Spotting and fixing “messy books” before a buyer’s DD team does - Preparing for an earn-out without being taken for a ride - Why doubling revenue can leave profit flat, and when to say no to debt - His playbook for...
2025-05-28
37 min
7 Figure Leaders
How to Spot Trouble Early and Avoid Insolvency (ft. Chris Worden)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths speaks with Chris Worden, founder of Director First Insolvency, to explore the often misunderstood world of insolvency, business turnaround, and director advisory services.Chris shares his personal journey into the field—starting with his own business failure triggered by sudden government policy changes and a £200k bad debt. His frustration with the lack of clear, empathetic advice from insolvency practitioners led him to reshape the industry from the inside out. Today, Director First is one of the UK’s top-rated insolvency support firms, known for providing no-nonsense, jargon-free guidance to struggling directors.The conversation highlights the key signs of insolvency—such as being unable to pay debts whe...
2025-05-27
26 min
7 Figure Leaders
How to Prepare Your Business for a Successful Exit (ft. Cliff Spolander)
In this episode, Tom sits down with Cliff Spolander, founder of Business by Design, to explore what it really takes to scale and successfully exit a business. With a background in the military and over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience—including buying, selling, franchising, and licensing businesses—Cliff brings real-world insights to a problem many business owners face: wanting to sell, but having an unsellable business.Cliff explains why up to 90% of businesses listed for sale never sell, and outlines a structured approach to help owners reverse that outcome. From evaluating business value and risk profiles, to improving syst...
2025-04-05
22 min
7 Figure Leaders
Getting Exit-Ready: How to Build a Business You Can Sell (ft. Lien de Pau, The Big Exit)
In this episode, Tom chats with Lien de Pau, founder and CEO of The Big Exit, about one of the most overlooked aspects of small business ownership—preparing your business for sale. Lien shares why the majority of businesses don’t sell, and what owners can do years in advance to increase their chances of not just selling, but achieving a big exit.Drawing on her own entrepreneurial journey and work with founders across industries, Lien breaks down the key steps to creating an exit-ready business. From understanding how buyers assess value to removing owner depe...
2025-04-05
25 min
7 Figure Leaders
Building a Health-Focused Business Empire through Acquisitions (ft. Ross Tomkins)
In this episode, Tom is joined by Ross Tomkins, physiotherapist turned serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Balmoral Partners. With over 20 acquisitions under his belt, Ross shares his journey from starting a physio practice in 2006 to building a healthcare-focused group of businesses spanning the UK, Australia, and beyond.Ross explains how his early career in the NHS shaped his approach to business and why he began acquiring small businesses as a strategic growth move. What started with physio practices expanded into medical supplies, health & safety, and domiciliary care — all aligned under the umbrella of improving health and we...
2025-04-05
22 min
Ready, Set, Startup! - Strategies from Founders, Funders, and Beyond
Leveraging Accelerators to Build & Scale Your Startup w/ Tom Griffiths of Gale Payments
In today’s episode I talk with Tom Griffiths, co-founder of Gale Payments, as we uncover the realities of startup life and accelerators. Tom shares his journey through multiple ventures, including lessons learned from building without customers, balancing speed with craft, and why accelerators like Techstars were crucial for his company’s growth. He dives deep into the power of networks, the importance of traction when applying, and how founders can overcome common pitfalls. Whether you’re considering an accelerator or just curious about the startup process, this episode is packed full of valuable insights anyone can learn from....
2025-02-21
36 min
Well Workplaces
Ep131 - Balancing the Trio: Careers, Families, and Aging Parents with Poppy Griffiths
In this episode of the Well Workplaces podcast, hosted by Tom Bosna, special guest Poppy Griffiths, founder of UnlimitU, and an expert in high performance coaching, discusses the challenges faced by working parents and carers. The discussion centres on the findings of the National Working Families Survey 2024, conducted by surveying 6,000 working parents across Australia. Key topics include the persistent high stress levels among working parents, the need for more support in workplaces, gender-neutral parental leave policies, and the importance of flexible work arrangements. The episode also highlights exemplary practices from Australian...
2024-11-25
32 min
7 Figure Leaders
Cold Calling to Success (ft. Keir Shave)
In this episode of the Tom Griffiths engages in a compelling conversation with Keir Shave, the founder of Parallel Partnerships, a sales and marketing firm based in Leeds. The discussion revolves around the growth and unique challenges of building a successful business in the B2B sales space.Keir begins by introducing his company, which specializes in generating appointments through cold calling for businesses in various industries. He shares how Parallel Partnerships has rapidly grown to a team of 40 employees within just a year and a half, focusing on clients with a solid product or service and...
2024-09-02
21 min
7 Figure Leaders
Legal Essentials for Businesses (ft. Craig Kelly)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths hosts Craig Kelly, a corporate commercial solicitor at Aqua Bridge Law, who shares valuable insights into the legal aspects of running a business. The conversation focuses on key legal protections and agreements that are crucial for business owners, particularly in the context of shareholder agreements, mergers and acquisitions, and intellectual property.Key Topics Discussed:Shareholder Agreements: Craig emphasizes the importance of having a shareholder agreement in place from the outset of a business partnership. He explains how these agreements can prevent disputes and protect the business if relationships between shareholders deteriorate...
2024-09-02
21 min
7 Figure Leaders
Marketing Mastery: Strategies for Small Business Success (ft. Miles Phillips)
In this podcast episode, Tom Griffiths interviews Miles, a seasoned marketing professional with over 30 years of experience. The discussion centres around effective marketing strategies for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those in industries like construction, manufacturing, and engineering.Key Topics:Miles’ Background and Marketing Journey:Miles shares his extensive background, starting from his early days at Adidas UK, where he managed categories like adventure footwear and alternative sports. He later moved to the betting industry, where he played a significant role in creating and managing marketing strategies for major brands like Ladbrokes and Coral. His ex...
2024-08-17
31 min
7 Figure Leaders
From Entrepreneur to Business Growth Coach (ft. Shilpa P)
In this podcast episode, host Tom Griffiths interviews Shilpa P, a seasoned entrepreneur turned business growth coach. The discussion centers around Shilpa's extensive experience in starting, scaling, and exiting multiple businesses, and how this journey led her to her current role as a coach for small and medium-sized businesses.Shilpa shares her background, starting with her early career in FMCG marketing before transitioning into entrepreneurship, inspired by her family's business legacy. She details her ventures, including a platform for bringing international talent to the UK, an early coaching business in the UK inspired by U.S. models...
2024-08-17
23 min
7 Figure Leaders
Helping business owners get clear on their numbers (ft. Matt Remuzzi)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths interviews Matt Remuzzi, the founder and managing director of CapForge, a small business bookkeeping firm. The discussion revolves around Matt's entrepreneurial journey, the evolution of CapForge, and the importance of accurate bookkeeping for business success.Key Topics Covered:Entrepreneurial Journey: Matt shares his background, including how he started CapForge after being laid off from a venture-backed firm. He explains how his experiences working with small businesses and as a business broker led him to recognize the critical need for reliable financial record-keeping and business planning. This insight prompted him to establish...
2024-08-17
24 min
7 Figure Leaders
Helping UK Businesses Build Global Teams (ft Archie Miles)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths interviews Archie Miles, the founder and director of Shorelink, an offshore recruitment company based in the UK.Archie provides an insightful overview of Shorelink, which specializes in pairing UK businesses with professional virtual assistants (VAs) from the Philippines. This approach offers significant cost savings, as the cost of living in the Philippines allows Shorelink to provide high-quality talent at much lower rates than local hires.Archie delves into his entrepreneurial journey, starting from his early career influenced by Stephen Bartlett's podcast, Diary of a CEO. He shares how an internship...
2024-07-27
17 min
7 Figure Leaders
Building a Profitable Ecommerce Business Without Raising Money (ft. Piers Dickinson)
In this episode Tom Griffiths chats to Piers Dickinson, the founder and director of Hyde and Hare, a soft furnishings and interiors brand focused on natural fibres. In this insightful episode, Piers shares the journey of creating a business inspired by the Danish concept a cozy, comforting lifestyle. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn in this episode:The Birth of Hyde & Hare: Piers introduces us to the brand's philosophy and products, emphasising their commitment to using natural and sustainable fibres like wool, cowhide, linen, and cashmere. He describes how Hyde & Hare aims to b...
2024-07-27
18 min
7 Figure Leaders
Guiding Small Businesses on How to Build Scalable Sales & Marketing Machines (ft. Rich Evans)
In this episode Tom Griffiths sits down with Rich Evans, an entrepreneur who has successfully founded and exited a business. Rich shares his journey from starting his first business at his kitchen table to becoming an investor and mentor for other budding entrepreneurs.Key Topics Discussed:Entrepreneurial Journey and Business Foundations: Rich discusses his early days in business, highlighting the importance of a solid sales and marketing strategy. He emphasizes that the primary goal of any business should be revenue generation, a lesson he learned through hands-on experience in door-to-door sales and recruitment.Investment and Mentorship...
2024-07-27
32 min
7 Figure Leaders
Optimising the way Small Businesses Communicate with their Clients (ft. Eric Lewis)
In this episode Tom Griffiths sits down with Eric Lewis, the founder and managing director of Vocallity Group, a B2B telecoms provider. Eric shares his journey from engineering and technology to leading a successful telecom company, emphasising the transformative power of VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) systems.Introduction to Eric Lewis and Vocallity Group: Eric begins by introducing himself and Vocallity Group, highlighting the company’s unique approach to telecom services. Unlike traditional providers, Vocallity integrates telecom solutions into broader business strategies, enhancing sales, productivity, and customer engagement.The Journey to Vocallity: ...
2024-07-27
19 min
Walk In victory
Navigating Business Success with Financial Clarity: A Conversation with Tom Griffiths
Navigating Business Success with Financial Clarity: A Conversation with Tom Griffiths, Business Consultant Extraordinaire In this episode of the Walk in Victory Podcast, host NaRon Tillman, recording from Queens, New York, opens a dialogue with a seasoned business consultant, Tom. The episode delves into practical advice on overcoming business challenges and scaling effectively. Tom shares his unique methodology that revolves around identifying and focusing on 16 key business drivers to enhance profitability and cash flow. Through compelling examples, Tom emphasizes the importance of thinking strategically and avoiding common pitfalls. This episode is filled with actionable insights, ideal f...
2024-07-25
38 min
7 Figure Leaders
Meet the Disruptors of the UK Bridging Loans Market (ft. Lewis Casserley)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths hosts Lewis Casserley, the founder and principal of Albatross Lending Group, to delve into the intricacies of the specialist lending industry, the inception of Albatross, and its journey to becoming a reputable name in bridging finance.Introduction to Albatross Lending GroupAlbatross Lending Group was established in March 2020 with a clear mission to disrupt the bridging finance sector, which emerged post-2008 banking crisis. Lewis highlights their goal to bring transparency and a fair approach to specialist lending.Bridging finance provides short-term solutions for commercial borrowers, particularly useful for quick property transactions...
2024-07-23
28 min
7 Figure Leaders
Preparing for a Successful Exit of your Business (ft. Darryl Bates-Brownsword)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Darryl Bates-Brownsword, founder of Succession Plus, to discuss the crucial steps business owners need to take to prepare for a successful exit. Darryl, with a rich background in mechanical engineering and management consulting, shares his journey from Australia to the UK and his passion for helping SMEs build sustainable businesses.Main Topics Discussed:Darryl's Background:Darryl's transition from mechanical engineering to management consulting.His move from Australia to the UK and the founding of Succession Plus.Understanding Earnouts:Definition and common structures of earnouts in business sales...
2024-07-23
30 min
7 Figure Leaders
Building an Accounting Business from the Ground Up (ft Joanne Bell)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths interviews Joanne Bell, the founder and managing director of Bell’s Accountants. Joanne shares her inspiring journey and how she built her successful accounting firm, providing valuable insights into business growth, challenges, and the importance of strategic planning.Main Topics Discussed:Background and Business Foundation:Joanne recounts her unexpected path to founding Bell’s Accountants, starting from personal debt during the 2008 financial crisis. She describes how she began by helping individuals with tax assessments, leading to organic business growth through word-of-mouth and strategic mentorship.Business Growth and Current Status:Bell’s Acco...
2024-07-18
24 min
7 Figure Leaders
Acquiring and Optimising Small Manufacturing Businesses (ft. Steve Lawrence)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths interviews Steve Lawrence, the visionary behind Uncomplicated Group, a company dedicated to acquiring and optimising small manufacturing businesses, particularly in the injection molding sector.Key Topics:Steve's Journey and Background: Steve shares his career progression from an order processor to middle management in a major American manufacturing firm. His experience in streamlining factory operations inspired him to create Uncomplicated Group. Steve discusses how he saw an opportunity in the UK market, where many business owners nearing retirement lack successors or viable exit strategies.The Acquisition Process: Steve outlines his approach to...
2024-07-18
23 min
Systemize Your Success Podcast
SYS 182: Profit First: Unlocking Financial Freedom for Business Owners - Interview with Tom Griffiths, Founder of Synergy CFO Solutions
🎙 Dr. Steve Day is joined by Tom Griffiths, the founder of Synergy CFO Solutions. Tom shares his expertise in financial management for small businesses, emphasising the importance of understanding and improving profits and cash flow for financial freedom. He introduces the concept of 16 drivers that can impact revenue, profits, and cash flow in any business. Tom also discusses practical strategies for tracking financial metrics, setting goals, and implementing systems to achieve business success. The episode provides valuable insights into financial management and offers actionable advice for business owners looking to enhance their financial health and achi...
2024-07-18
38 min
7 Figure Leaders
Meet the Experts at Selling Businesses (Ft. Gary Smith)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Gary Smith from Venture Corporate Finance to discuss the intricacies of buying and selling businesses. With a professional background in business growth and turnarounds, Gary brings a wealth of experience to the table. Here are the main topics explored in this episode:1. Introduction to Venture Corporate Finance:Gary provides an overview of Venture Corporate Finance, highlighting their focus on supporting business owners with turnovers ranging from £1 million to £40 million.The firm’s unique approach includes a no-cost, no-commitment initial review to assess business readiness for sale or fundraising....
2024-07-05
23 min
7 Figure Leaders
Helping Small Businesses Manage Their Foreign Currency Exposure (Ft. Charlie Thwaytes)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths interviews Charlie Thwaites, co-founder of Thwaites Capital, an FX brokerage based in London. The conversation dives into the origins, services, and future plans of Thwaites Capital, providing valuable insights for individuals and businesses involved in foreign exchange.Key Topics Discussed:Background and Services of Thwaites Capital:Charlie provides an overview of Thwaites Capital, established three years ago to offer a boutique FX brokerage service. The firm assists a diverse clientele, including individuals purchasing overseas properties and businesses of various sizes needing to exchange currencies for global operations.
2024-07-05
19 min
7 Figure Leaders
Navigating Growth and Challenges in Facilities Management (ft. Brij Thankey)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Brij Thankey, the founder of Precision Facilities Management, to discuss the journey of building a successful facilities management company. Brij shares insights into the company's growth, the importance of customer service, and the challenges faced along the way. Below are the main topics discussed:1. Building Precision Facilities Management: Brij provides a detailed account of how he built Precision Facilities Management from a small team to an international operation. He highlights the importance of agility, customer focus, and the ability to expand services based on client needs. Brij...
2024-07-05
26 min
7 Figure Leaders
Linkedin AI Mastery (ft Colin Gallagher)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths interviews Colin Gallagher, a LinkedIn marketing specialist, to delve into the intricacies of leveraging LinkedIn for business growth. Colin shares his unconventional journey from civil engineering to becoming a LinkedIn ghostwriter and growth consultant, highlighting the lessons learned and strategies developed along the way.Main Topics Discussed:Background and Journey to LinkedIn Marketing:Colin discusses his transition from civil engineering to social media marketing, driven by a desire to find fulfilling work. He narrates his experiences of starting and failing in various businesses, eventually finding success in social...
2024-07-04
20 min
7 Figure Leaders
Why every business owner needs to understand the real value of their business(ft. Graham Stephen)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Graham Stephen, co-founder of BizVal, to discuss the innovative solutions his company offers for business valuations and strategic planning for entrepreneurs.Key Topics Discussed:1. Introduction to BizVal:BizVal was founded two years ago to provide affordable and comprehensive business valuations.Graham shares the backstory of transitioning from a corporate role to starting BizVal and partnering with his former client.The core mission of BizVal is to help business owners understand and unlock the value of their businesses.2. Challenges for...
2024-07-04
21 min
7 Figure Leaders
Building a marketing agency that serves 2k clients (ft. Lee Betts)
In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Lee Betts, founder and managing director of Growthyard, to discuss the evolution of his marketing agency and share valuable insights into B2B marketing strategies. Lee provides a candid account of his entrepreneurial journey, highlighting both the successes and challenges he faced along the way.Background and Growth of Growthyard Lee Betts shares his journey from a series of entrepreneurial failures to establishing Growthyard, a marketing agency that specializes in generating leads for small B2B companies. He details how the agency quickly grew from zero to £500,000 i...
2024-07-04
18 min
7 Figure Leaders
Creating a Clear Path Forward for Small Business Owners (ft. Tom Griffiths)
In this episode, host Tom Griffiths delves into the critical aspects that determine the success or failure of small businesses. With a rich background in finance and a passion for helping business owners thrive, Tom shares his journey and expertise in a captivating discussion aimed at transforming how business owners approach profitability and cash flow.Key Topics Discussed:The High Failure Rate of Small Businesses:Tom addresses the alarming statistic that 50% of businesses fail within their first five years, primarily due to cash flow issues. He emphasises his mission to reduce this failure rate...
2024-06-22
17 min
The Thoughtful Entrepreneur
1939 - Understanding Your Business Finances with Synergy CFO Solutions' Tom Griffiths
Understanding the Importance of Financial ManagementIn a recent episode of "The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Show," host Josh sat down with Tom Griffiths, the founder and CEO of Synergy CFO Solutions, to delve into the critical role of financial management in small businesses. Tom's expertise in helping business owners understand their numbers, improve profits, and manage cash flow is invaluable for anyone looking to achieve long-term business success. This blog post will break down the key insights from their conversation, offering actionable advice and detailed explanations to guide you in optimizing your financial performance.Many business...
2024-06-12
17 min
The Drowning Files
Episode 51 - Rescue in the Mediterranean
Dr. Tom Griffiths and Dr. Rachel Griffiths discuss a case in which Dr. Tom was involved with the rescue while he was "off-duty". The importance of relaxation is covered, as well as medical conditions while SCUBA diving. Please be patient with our audio issues while traveling. This will be improved for future episodes.
2024-06-09
09 min
United States of Small Business
Unlocking Financial Success: Insights from Tom Griffiths of Synergy CFO Solutions
In this episode of "United States of Small Business," host John Quick welcomes Tom Griffiths, founder of Synergy CFO Solutions. With over 10 years of experience in finance and a background at JPMorgan, Tom specializes in helping small business owners achieve financial success. Tom shares his journey, lessons learned, and practical advice on improving cash flow and profitability. Discover how to identify and fix underlying financial issues to ensure your business thrives. Tune in for valuable insights and actionable tips from a seasoned financial expert. Check him out here: https://synergycfosolutions.co/ --- Support this...
2024-05-21
14 min
Best Of Belfast: Northern Ireland's #1 Interview Podcast
“Just do” — Tom Griffiths
Tom Griffiths is a Sunday Times Top 100 Entrepreneur & Disruptor who is currently launching a revolution with https://www.nightlenses.com In this episode, we talk about: Getting Richard Branson naked Digitally selling fish in buckets before they come to shore Breaking the “crabs in a barrel” mentality 10-second courage The power of taking action And advice he’d give to an 18-year-old self Check it out! https://bestofbelfast.org/stories/tom-griffiths-night-lenses
2024-05-20
1h 21
The KAJ Masterclass LIVE
The Financial Guide for Growing a Profitable Small Business with Tom Griffiths
Are you a small business owner feeling overwhelmed by finances, cash flow struggles, and a lack of profitability? Join Tom Griffiths, Founder of Synergy CFO Solutions, as he shares his expertise from a decade in finance and banking. Discover strategies to gain control over your numbers, make sound financial decisions, and achieve your personal and professional goals. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to new heights, this episode offers a roadmap to financial freedom and success. 🔥 Empower your journey! (Book a FREE 15-min consultation with me to get personalized guidance and discover how you can...
2024-05-04
21 min
KAJ Business & Money LIVE
The Financial Guide for Growing a Profitable Small Business with Tom Griffiths
Are you a small business owner feeling overwhelmed by finances, cash flow struggles, and a lack of profitability? Join Tom Griffiths, Founder of Synergy CFO Solutions, as he shares his expertise from a decade in finance and banking. Discover strategies to gain control over your numbers, make sound financial decisions, and achieve your personal and professional goals. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to new heights, this episode offers a roadmap to financial freedom and success. 🔥 Empower your journey! (Book a FREE 15-min consultation with me to get personalized guidance and discover how you can sta...
2024-05-04
21 min
Book Summaries 2024
Algorithms to Live By The Computer Science of Human Decisions Brian Christian and Tom Griffiths
Humans and computers face many of the same problems: We both have a never-ending stream of things we want to do and a limited amount of time and energy to do them. Is it possible that the age-old question of how best to live has already been solved by computer engineers? In Algorithms to Live By, science writer Brian Christian and Berkeley psychologist Tom Griffiths team up to prove that computer science is a fount of unconventional wisdom with practical value in many areas of human life.In this guide, you’ll learn how to schedule your to...
2024-04-30
01 min
Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Christopher H. Loo, MD-PhD
#808 - The CFO Playbook: Transforming Numbers into Business Success with Tom Griffiths (Synergy CFO Solutions)
Tune into this compelling episode of the "Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Christopher H. Loo, MD-PhD," featuring Tom Griffiths, the visionary behind Synergy CFO Solutions. In our discussion, Tom unveils the critical financial strategies that every small business owner needs to know to enhance profitability and ensure sustainable growth. Learn from Tom's extensive experience in finance and business management as he explains how to master cash flow, decode financial statements, and implement the 16 drivers of profits. Whether you're looking to escape the stress of unknown financials or aiming to scale your business effectively, this episode is your guide to...
2024-04-22
16 min
CULINARY MECHANIC
The Epic Odyssey of a Certified Master Chef with Tom Griffiths
Join us in this captivating episode as Certified Master Chef Tom Griffiths shares the inspiring story of his culinary journey, from the glamorous kitchens of Le Cirque to the intense challenges of earning the prestigious Master Chef title. Discover the sacrifices, the passion, and the unwavering dedication that fueled his ascent to culinary greatness. Simon and Chef Tom delve deep into the challenges chefs face, touching on income disparities, burnout, and the evolving culinary landscape. Tom advocates for chefs to play a crucial role in decision-making, emphasizing the importance of delivering delicious, healthy food and envisioning a...
2024-01-18
42 min
The Unforgettable Learning Podcast
Long-termism in learning – with Beth Chudley and Tom Griffiths.
In a world of tight budgets and an incredible rate of change, how can L&D leaders take a long-term view of progress? With the best part of two decades of learning design experience, Beth Chudley and Tom Griffiths, Learning Experience Consultants at Sponge, are well versed in supporting global organisations to achieve their lofty learning dreams. They have worked with some of the biggest brands on the planet, earning plenty of knowledge to share when it comes to implementing lasting learning strategies. Beth and Tom address common issues cited by L&D teams and how a s...
2023-11-01
40 min
The Drowning Files
Episode 1 - Father's Day at the Pool
As Father's Day is coming right around the corner, Dr. Tom shares a drowning story that happened on Father's Day. A host of things go wrong ending in tragedy. Dr. Rachel Griffiths and Dr. Tom Griffiths discuss how to help avoid these mishaps around the water this Father's Day and summer.
2023-06-14
13 min
Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast
Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 92 (Interview with Mr. Tom Griffiths of ‘Calcio England’ about Oldham Athletic in the early years of the Premier League era)
This is the 92nd episode of my podcast with Mr. Paul Whittle of https://the1888letter.com/, @1888letter.For this episode, we interview English Blogger Mr. Tom Griffiths, as we discuss the adventure of Oldham Athletic in the early years of the Premier League era. Mr. Griffiths is the administrator of the website ‘Calcio England’.Back in March, on my blog, I interviewed Mr. Griffiths regarding his site ‘Calcio England’. Mr. Griffiths’s contact info:Twitter: @CalcioEnglandWebsite:https://calcioengland.com/Youtube...
2023-05-07
1h 32
The Active Code
The Active Code Podcast #33| Turn heads towards a career with your organisation - Tom Trout
We’re excited to welcome Tom Trout, an expert in Nursery, Childcare, Wraparound care, and Sports Coaching Recruitment, to The Active Code. Tom is the Managing Director of Love Recruitment, which specialises in recruiting care staff for companies across the UK. They recruit for all departments within the childcare sector, from senior operations to front-line teams. Their services include providing staff for wrap-around care, sports camps, and childcare environments. Love Care Recruitment's focus is on providing outstanding service and delivery while continuously innovating to ensure their clients make the right decisions. Who is Tom...
2023-04-24
58 min
Well Workplaces
Ep089 - Courageous Women Leaders Mini-Series, Topic 3 | Using Empathy for A+ Leadership with Poppy Griffiths
We are excited to present our newest 4-part mini-series, Courageous Women Leaders, featuring high-performance consultant Poppy Griffiths. Tune in as we engage in insightful conversations around these four key subjects: Tapping into self-awareness and strengths for success The power of vulnerability to show up as our best selves Using empathy for A+ leadership Building Resilience to bounce back from setback In this episode, we explore the topic of empathy and empathetic leadership. Poppy discusses the importance of empathy in today's hybrid work environment and breaks down what empathy truly means. Empathy is our ability to se...
2023-03-08
20 min
Well Workplaces
Ep088 - Courageous Women Leaders Mini-Series, Topic 2 | The power of vulnerability to show up as our best selves with Poppy Griffiths
We are excited to present our newest 4-part mini-series, Courageous Women Leaders, featuring high-performance consultant Poppy Griffiths. Tune in as we engage in insightful conversations around these four key subjects: Tapping into self-awareness and strengths for success The power of vulnerability to show up as our best selves Using empathy for A+ leadership Building Resilience to bounce back from setback In this episode, we dive into the topic of self-awareness and its importance in our personal and professional lives, especially for those in leadership positions. Poppy that self-awareness is about understanding our strengths and weaknesses, our values a...
2023-03-07
25 min
Well Workplaces
Ep086 - IWD Special Episode with Poppy Griffiths: 3 Actions Towards Equity At Work
Today's episode is all about embracing equity in the workplace, in honour of International Women's Day. Tom is joined by Poppy Griffiths, director of UnlimitU, a high performance consultancy, keynote speaker, and educator on leadership, working parents, and team culture. Together, they discuss practical strategies for embracing equity at the individual, team, and organisational level. They touch on important topics, such as calling out biases in the workplace, finding allyship, and building D&I solutions that work. This episode aims to provide actionable insights and takeaways for listeners to implement in their own workplaces. Don't mi...
2023-03-05
42 min
BUILDERS
Tom Griffiths, CEO of Hone: $50 Million Raised to Build the Future of Corporate Training
Welcome to another episode of Category Visionaries — the show that explores GTM stories from tech's most innovative B2B founders. In today's episode, we're speaking with Tom Griffiths, CEO & Co-Founder of Hone, a live learning platform that has raised over $50 Million in funding. Here are the most interesting points from our conversation: Pivot to Success: The transition from Hub Dub to Fanduel demonstrated the power of data-driven pivots, leading to a new category in daily fantasy sports. Creating a New Category: Tom's experience with Fanduel taught him the importance of being one step removed from an ex...
2023-02-22
25 min
BUILDERS
Tom Griffiths, CEO of Hone: $50 Million Raised to Build the Future of Corporate Training
Welcome to another episode of Category Visionaries — the show that explores GTM stories from tech's most innovative B2B founders. In today's episode, we're speaking with Tom Griffiths, CEO & Co-Founder of Hone, a live learning platform that has raised over $50 Million in funding. Here are the most interesting points from our conversation: Pivot to Success: The transition from Hub Dub to Fanduel demonstrated the power of data-driven pivots, leading to a new category in daily fantasy sports. Creating a New Category: Tom's experience with Fanduel taught him the importance of being one step removed from an ex...
2023-02-22
25 min
The Capital Stack
Tom Griffiths of Hone on Co-Founding Gaming Unicorn FanDuel, Creating Addicting Products, and Bringing a New Edge to Corporate Training
Today, David is talking to Tom Griffiths. Tom is the CEO and co-founder of Hone, the all-in-one talent development platform for modern teams delivering live learning at scale to enable behavior change, human connection, and continuous development.Prior to founding Hone, Tom was Chief Product Officer and co-founder of gaming unicorn FanDuel, where, for a decade, he helped create a multi-award-winning product, a new industry, and a thriving distributed team. He has a lifelong passion for education, technology, and business and is grateful for the opportunity to combine all three at Hone. Tom earned his Bachelor's in...
2022-11-15
37 min
Storytime for the Apocalypse - The Podcast
#13 Historian Tom Griffiths read from ‘Gun Island’ by Amitav Ghosh
Tom Griffiths is a beloved historian whose books and essays have won prizes in literature, history, science, politics, and journalism. His true stories are about fire and ice, climate and culture, forests and deserts, and the haunting relationship between the past and the present. His books include Hunters and Collectors, Forests of Ash, Slicing the Silence, Living with Fire and The Art of Time Travel: Historians and their Craft. Tom is an Emeritus Professor of History at the Australian National University and in 2014 received Australia’s highest recognition for outstanding achievement and service when he was appointed an Officer of...
2022-07-14
16 min
TOMorrow - Business. Stars. Lifestyle.
Warum wir mehr Rebellen im Business brauchen – mit Wayne Griffiths, CEO CUPRA
Er ist eine absolute Ausnahme-Erscheinung in der internationalen Auto-Industrie. Ein Engländer mit deutschem Pass, der in Spanien arbeitet. Ein Auto-Boss, der genauso viel von Fashion versteht wie von moderner Mobilität, der statt CEO auch Filmregisseur hätte werden können. Der keinen üblichen Konzern-Dresscodes folgt, sondern Star-Designer wie Thom Browne oder Helmut Lang trägt, der David Bowie verehrt und Goethe und Kafka liest. Wayne Griffiths, CEO von CUPRA. Vor vier Jahren gegründet, mischt er den Markt mit seiner Lifestyle-Marke auf. Seine Mission: „Rebel with a cause“! Ich habe ihn jetzt in der CUPRA Garage in M...
2022-07-11
1h 17
Tom Ray's Art Podcast
James Griffiths: Pottery, The Kiln Shed
On this episode of the podcast, I meet James Griffiths. James is a pottery artist living in Madison WI. James had started out working in retail but wanted to try making pottery full-time. We talk about how that transition to a full-time artist started and how James ended up opening their own pottery studio called The Kiln Shed in a space on Madison's east side! Links The Kiln Shed Website https://www.thekilnshed.studio The Kiln Shed on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/KilnShed The Kiln Shed on Instagram https://www...
2022-07-10
50 min
The Gentleman Ultra
Interview with Calcio England's Tom Griffiths
In this episode Frank chats to Tom Griffiths from @CalcioEngland and https://calcioengland.com/. Frank and Tom discuss; Italian teams preseason travels in England; Tom's passion and love of Italian football; Tom's unique work on his blog Calcio England and The Gentleman Ultra; Travelling around Italy for Calcio and the matchday experience; Going down a Calcio rabbit hole and shopping for Italian football treasures; Where's next on Tom's Calcio travel schedule and more.
2022-06-21
32 min
Well Workplaces
Ep056 - Supporting working mums to lean into their careers with confidence with Poppy Griffiths
This is our final podcast of the working parents mini-series and it's a goodie! We're back with Poppy Griffiths and Tom's asking the big questions, like "what do you think stops women from leaning into what they want at work?" Poppy believes there is an undercurrent of family demands that drag us down to the weeds and it impedes on what we want in life (that possibly is a successful career). Maybe women often feel like they only have themselves to blame for the imbalance in work and life. On one hand, they do want a su...
2022-06-07
23 min
Well Workplaces
Ep051 - How to keep your career on track during parenthood with Poppy Griffiths
As a parent, one of the biggest stressors we have is finding the balance in being present at work, while consistently spending cherished time with the kids. Finding that sweet spot for managing career throughout working parenthood, but also about mastering the guilt and overwhelm that comes with the territory. We feel like it is always at the forefront of most conversations we have with working parents. At Well Workplaces we are starting a new #podcast mini-series on parenthood. Tom is very excited to be discussing mastering overwhelm & guilt and keeping your career on track throughout working parenthood with Popp...
2022-05-03
29 min
Well Workplaces
Ep051 - How to keep your career on track during parenthood with Poppy Griffiths
As a parent, one of the biggest stressors we have is finding the balance in being present at work, while consistently spending cherished time with the kids.Finding that sweet spot for managing career throughout working parenthood, but also about mastering the guilt and overwhelm that comes with the territory.We feel like it is always at the forefront of most conversations we have with working parents.At Well Workplaces we are starting a new #podcast mini-series on parenthood.Tom is very excited to be discussing mastering overwhelm & guilt and keeping...
2022-05-02
27 min
Cognitive Revolution
#89: Tom Griffiths on Formalizing the Mind
This is Cognitive Revolution, my show about the personal side of the intellectual journey. Each week, I interview an eminent scientist, writer, or academic about the experiences that shaped their ideas. The show is available wherever you listen to podcasts.Tom Griffiths is Professor Psychology and Computation Science at Princeton University, where he directs the Computational Cognitive Science Lab. Tom uses algorithms from AI to inform his work as a psychologist—testing the ways in which hims align with or deviate from the standards set by the AI models. He’s a central figure in this field, and...
2022-04-25
1h 37
Podcast
#89: Tom Griffiths on Formalizing the Mind
This is Cognitive Revolution, my show about the personal side of the intellectual journey. Each week, I interview an eminent scientist, writer, or academic about the experiences that shaped their ideas. The show is available wherever you listen to podcasts.Tom Griffiths is Professor Psychology and Computation Science at Princeton University, where he directs the Computational Cognitive Science Lab. Tom uses algorithms from AI to inform his work as a psychologist—testing the ways in which hims align with or deviate from the standards set by the AI models. He’s a central figure in this field, and...
2022-04-25
1h 37
International Women's Day Series
Breaking the Bias in Divorce | Episode 5 with Tom Nash
In the last in the series, I meet with leading male divorce coach Tom Nash and dig into a male perspective on where bias shows up in divorce.We talk about children, about mindset and blame. Tom Nash, better known as Mr Divorce Coach, is UK's premiere Male Divorce Coach. He is an international certified Coach and Master Practitioner in NLP, TimeLine Therapy & Hypnotherapy.He focuses exclusively in Divorce, Separation & Family Coaching where his passion is. Tom is also an educator & Co-Founder of The Divorce Coaching Academy, the “Gold Standard” in Divor...
2022-03-12
30 min
Excuse英國腔!
E71 | (English) 為何有些英國品牌在中國以都會摩登形象,在英國卻主打鄉村風?/ 為何英國總部跟中國分公司常常各做各的? / Excuse英國腔! 專訪來自英國,為無數西方品牌進入中國的幕後推手Tom Griffiths
出生於英國、成長於紐西蘭、對中國有深入研究,他曾幫英國百貨Harrods策劃對中國市場的策略,協助眾多西方品牌進軍中國市場,從大學就開始研究中國的Tom Griffiths,他對台灣的瞭解不多,但知道康熙來了,本集乾貨滿滿,他娓娓道來他十年來在東西文化間遇到的有趣現象,從隨手買三明治當午餐到跟中國同事一起吃「午餐」,多元文化洗禮孕育他對跨文化溝通的熟稔,給自己沖一杯茶,跟Excuse英國腔!一起聽他有趣的洞悉吧! 🌟請我杯珍奶吧,讓我帶給你更多全球特色的訪談! →https://pay.soundon.fm/podcasts/b15c2431-9188-4436-9bae-24081e4a3277 Facebook | Instagram 搜尋:Excuse英國腔! Born in the UK, Tom Griffiths grew up in New Zealand and has been keen on researching the ancient and contemporary Chinese culture to date. He used to help Harrods, a celebrated UK department store, build business strategies for the China market. His mission is to help the Western brands enter China and localise their brands. He doesn't know much about Taiwan but fancies Kangsi Coming, a Taiwanese variety-comedy talk show. In this episode, you can learn much from Tom's 10-year experience in between cultures -- from grabbing a sandwich for lunch to being seated for a 'proper' lunch with his Chinese colleagues. His experience transforms his perspectives. Why not make yourself a cup of tea, sipping it whilst listening to Tom's sharing!
2021-09-14
1h 01
Everything From Nothing: The Waterloo Road Podcast
INTERVIEW: Katie Griffiths, aka Chlo Grainger
This week, we're delighted to be joined by an original Waterloo Road cast member, as Katie Griffiths stops by to chat to Tom Beasley about her time playing Chlo Grainger. We delve into Katie's relationships with her fellow actors, the scenes she found most challenging to film and the projects she has made since leaving Rochdale's most famous school. *** If you want to subscribe to the PATREON page, visit http://www.patreon.com/waterlooroadpod/ for full details. The extended version of this interview is now live, with our S4 awards and an extended version of last week's...
2021-07-30
40 min
This Dangerous Podcast
Tom Griffiths / Rupert the Rail Track
Jonny and Bertie are joined by NHS & anti-austerity campaigner Tom Griffiths, who is organising the People's Covid Inquiry. They discuss the inquiry, people accepting inequality and Tom's hatred for walnut-bread. Enjoy xhttps://www.peoplescovidinquiry.com/
2021-05-24
57 min
These Football Times
The Beautifully Designed Game with Tom Griffiths
The Beautifully Designed Game host Marcus Marritt sits down with an artist so talented that, by the age of 23, has already worked for Match of the Day, COPA90, The FA and produced a number of stunning covers for These Football Times, Tom Griffiths. From his arts-based academic background to life as a commanding centre-back and those favoured Chelsea kits of the past, Tom gives us insights into his way of working, including breaking down the detail of his magazine covers.
2021-02-24
49 min
Sped up Rationally Speaking
Rationally Speaking #154 - Tom Griffiths on "Why your brain might be rational after all"
You've probably heard about cognitive biases -- the systematic errors human brains make when we try to reason or make decisions. But what if our biases are actually a sign of rationality? This episode features Tom Griffiths, professor of cognitive science at University of California, Berkeley and the director of the Computational Cognitive Science lab. Tom makes the case for why our built-in reasoning strategies might be optimal after all. Sped up the speakers by ['1.14', '1.0']
2021-01-03
51 min
Brain Buzz
Algorithms to Live By with Dr. Tom Griffiths
In today’s episode we are joined by Dr. Tom Griffiths, Professor of Psychology and Cognitive Science at Princeton University, to talk about the mathematical principles behind human cognition. Tom shares with us how mathematical models are used to understand cognition, and how these can be applied in computer science to machine learning to create more efficient and capable computer systems. Why are humans so good at solving problems that computers struggle with? What is inductive bias and how does this separate humans from computers? How does understanding machine learning help us understand human behaviour? All this and much mo...
2020-12-08
41 min
Crest Surfcast
Crest Podcast Ep13 - Mark 'Splinter' Griffiths
Separating myth from man is the key challenge when dealing with a character of this magnitude. Often hailed as the 'best person to go on a trip with ever', as well as being the key protagonist in one of Wales' 'best surf tales ever', Splinter Griffiths wears these tags with humility and humour. The fact his dozens of major titles often take a back seat shows just how widely the skill-set is spread for one of the greatest bodyboarders these isles have produced. In this special interview, Tom and Rob are also joined by Dr Rhydian Lewis from Cardiff...
2020-07-27
1h 12
UK Export Advice
61 - How to Sell Luxury Goods into China with Tom Griffiths of Verb China
By 2025 50% of all luxury goods sold worldwide will be bought by Chinese consumers. I’m going to say that again because it’s super important if you produce or sell luxury British goods. By 2025 50% of all luxury goods sold worldwide will be bought by Chinese consumers. Are you a luxury British brand? Have you got a China strategy? No? Well listening to this episode of UK Export Advice might just be the best 30 minutes you ever invest in your business. My name is David James and in this episode I’m talking to Tom Griffiths, Commercial Director of Verb China. Tom ha...
2020-06-08
00 min
Taking Notes with NextGen
Tom Griffiths, CEO and Co-Founder at Hone
In this episode of Taking Notes with NextGen, host and Managing Partner Dan Mindus speaks with Tom Griffiths, CEO and Co-Founder of Hone. Hone was launched based on Tom's experience as a Co-Founder and executive of FanDuel. As the company grew, he needed to bring managers up to speed quickly, but couldn’t find any good products to do so. Tom created Hone to solve this problem, leveraging video conferencing for a new approach to management training. Dan and Tom discuss the Hone founding story, thoughts on leadership during COVID-19 and the future of leadership training.
2020-05-18
21 min
Thirty Minute Mentors
Episode 6: FanDuel Co-Founder Tom Griffiths
Tom Griffiths, the co-founder of FanDuel and CEO of Hone, joins Adam to explain how he and his partners stumbled into a billion dollar idea and business model that disrupted the sports and gaming industries. Tom details the best lessons he has learned from the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial journey, including how and when to pivot. Tom and Adam also dive into a wide range of topics, from the key elements to leading effectively to the future of sports betting.
2020-02-18
34 min
EdgeCast
Tom Griffiths - Humans: Doing More With Less [7.16.19]
TOM GRIFFITHS is Henry R. Luce Professor of Information, Technology, Consciousness, and Culture at Princeton University. He is co-author (with Brian Christian) of Algorithms to Live By. The Conversation: https://www.edge.org/conversation/tom_griffiths-humans-doing-more-with-less
2019-07-16
38 min
EdgeCast
Tom Griffiths - Aerodynamics For Cognition [8.21.17]
TOM GRIFFITHS is a professor of psychology and cognitive science and director of the Computational Cognitive Science Lab and the Institute of Cognitive and Brain Sciences at the University of California, Berkeley. He is co-author (with Brian Christian) of Algorithms to Live By. The Conversation: https://www.edge.org/conversation/tom_griffiths-aerodynamics-for-cognition
2019-02-06
48 min
EdgeCast
Tom Griffiths - Aerodynamics For Cognition [8.21.17]
TOM GRIFFITHS is a professor of psychology and cognitive science and director of the Computational Cognitive Science Lab and the Institute of Cognitive and Brain Sciences at the University of California, Berkeley. He is co-author (with Brian Christian) of Algorithms to Live By. The Conversation: https://www.edge.org/conversation/tom_griffiths-aerodynamics-for-cognition
2017-08-21
48 min
Listen To The Transformative Full Audiobook Now, Busy Professionals!
Algorithms to Live By: The Computer Science of Human Decisions by Brian Christian, Tom Griffiths
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/262932to listen full audiobooks. Title: Algorithms to Live By: The Computer Science of Human Decisions Author: Brian Christian, Tom Griffiths Narrator: Brian Christian Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 50 minutes Release date: April 19, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.28 of Total 210 Ratings of Narrator: 4.29 of Total 17 Genres: Career Development Publisher's Summary: A fascinating exploration of how computer algorithms can be applied to our everyday lives, helping to solve common decision-making problems and illuminate the workings of the human mind All our lives are constrained by limited space and time, limits that give rise to a particular set...
2016-04-19
11h 50
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Algorithms to Live By: The Computer Science of Human Decisions by Tom Griffiths, Brian Christian
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/262932to listen full audiobooks. Title: Algorithms to Live By: The Computer Science of Human Decisions Author: Tom Griffiths, Brian Christian Narrator: Brian Christian Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 50 minutes Release date: April 19, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.28 of Total 210 Ratings of Narrator: 4.29 of Total 17 Genres: Biology & Chemistry Publisher's Summary: A fascinating exploration of how computer algorithms can be applied to our everyday lives, helping to solve common decision-making problems and illuminate the workings of the human mind All our lives are constrained by limited space and time, limits that give rise to a particular set...
2016-04-19
11h 50
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Algorithms to Live By: The Computer Science of Human Decisions by Tom Griffiths, Brian Christian
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/262932to listen full audiobooks. Title: Algorithms to Live By: The Computer Science of Human Decisions Author: Tom Griffiths, Brian Christian Narrator: Brian Christian Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 50 minutes Release date: April 19, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.28 of Total 210 Ratings of Narrator: 4.29 of Total 17 Genres: Biology & Chemistry Publisher's Summary: A fascinating exploration of how computer algorithms can be applied to our everyday lives, helping to solve common decision-making problems and illuminate the workings of the human mind All our lives are constrained by limited space and time, limits that give rise to a particular set...
2016-04-19
11h 50
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Algorithms to Live By: The Computer Science of Human Decisions by Tom Griffiths, Brian Christian
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/262932to listen full audiobooks. Title: Algorithms to Live By: The Computer Science of Human Decisions Author: Tom Griffiths, Brian Christian Narrator: Brian Christian Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 50 minutes Release date: April 19, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.28 of Total 210 Ratings of Narrator: 4.29 of Total 17 Genres: Computers & Technology Publisher's Summary: A fascinating exploration of how computer algorithms can be applied to our everyday lives, helping to solve common decision-making problems and illuminate the workings of the human mind All our lives are constrained by limited space and time, limits that give rise to a particular set...
2016-04-19
11h 50