{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/612f97acc68da9001203e9e6/6130cbf775aae80012b5f5cd?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Optimism Is a Strategy: Simon Sinek","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/612f97acc68da9001203e9e6/1632233368841-122bd1d0ff4ecaf68a32b85be4645301.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this special live episode of Virgin StartUp Changemakers, Ben Keene sits down with <strong>Simon Sinek</strong>, bestselling author of <em>Start With Why</em> and one of the world's leading thinkers on leadership, purpose and business.</p><p><br></p><p>Recorded live during the pandemic, this wide-ranging conversation explores how founders can lead through uncertainty, build resilient businesses, inspire teams and stay optimistic when everything around them is changing.</p><p><br></p><p>Simon shares practical advice on customer-first thinking, creativity during crisis, building businesses with purpose and why strong relationships matter more than ever. The conversation also includes audience questions from founders and a surprise appearance from Sir Richard Branson.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're starting a business, leading a team or navigating uncertainty, this episode offers timeless lessons on leadership, entrepreneurship and building organisations that put people first.</p><p><br></p><h3>In this episode:</h3><ul><li>Why businesses should put customers before themselves</li><li>Leadership lessons for founders navigating uncertainty</li><li>Building resilient businesses during times of crisis</li><li>The difference between optimism and positivity</li><li>How to build trust, culture and stronger teams</li><li>Why purpose drives long-term business success</li><li>Audience questions from Virgin StartUp founders</li><li>A surprise appearance from Sir Richard Branson&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br></p>","author_name":"Virgin StartUp"}