The Achieve Podcast

The Achieve Podcast features host Andy McBride interviewing Megan Hine, a world-renowned survival expert, expedition leader, and mindset coach. Megan recounts her adventurous upbringing and early experiences that shaped her career in the outdoors and behind the scenes of survival television. She discusses the evolution of safety protocols in adventure filmmaking and the crucial role of meticulous preparation and adaptability in ext...

This episode of The Achieve Podcast features Andy McBride interviewing Toby Tallon, a personal tax expert with Evelyn Partners, about navigating current economic challenges. Toby emphasises the importance of remaining calm and revisiting existing plans amidst economic uncertainty like inflation and interest rate hikes. He notes that the budget of October 2024 caused widespread alarm due to fundamental tax changes. The conversation ...

This podcast features an interview with Carla Brown, a Chartered financial Planner and president of the Personal Finance Society. Carla discusses her client-focused business model, emphasising the importance of building trust and long-term relationships. She highlights the challenges of balancing client needs with regulatory compliance and the need for open communication. The conversation also touches on leadership, particularly su...

In this episode of The Achieve Podcast, Andy meets Steve Cockram, creator of the 5Voices personality assessment system. Steve discusses the development of 5Voices, highlighting its simplicity and applicability across various contexts, from individual self-improvement to organisational team building. He explains how 5Voices differs from other personality assessments by focusing on practical application and relational intelligence. T...

This podcast of The Achieve Podcast features marketing expert Mip Phillips discussing the importance of a "big idea" in branding and marketing. Phillips emphasises the need to understand the target audience's fears and desires to craft effective campaigns, illustrating his points with examples like the successful Compare the Market meerkat ads. He also highlights the transformative potential of AI in streamlining marketing processe...

Episode Two of The Achieve Podcast, Andy McBride interviews Ryan Blake, a performance coach who works with both business leaders and athletes. Ryan describes his coaching model, which focuses on optimising mindset, physical conditioning, and nutrition to achieve peak performance. He emphasises the importance of individualised plans and habit formation, advocating a long-term approach rather than quick fixes.

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In this debut episode of The Achieve Podcast, host Andy McBride sits down with Greg Clark, former Business Secretary and long-serving MP. They explore the evolving landscape of business skills, the importance of upskilling in a rapidly changing world, and how technology and training can drive productivity. Greg shares insights from his time in government, including the challenges of adapting to new policies and supporting small bus...