An Unorthodox CEO

In this episode, Steve sits down with his daughter, Grace, and things get real (and really funny)! From how her job in social work changed her perspective on life, to the way a strong goal helped her bounce back after her accident! They also chat about what it's like working in the family business during the highs and the lows! 00:00 Intro01:23 Before Grace joined the business & her job in social work09:05 Moving on and joining the family business11:50 Grace’s entrepreneurial spirit14:00

In this episode of An Unorthodox CEO, Steve opens up about the highs and lows of riding the business rollercoaster. Discover how he takes time to recharge after being in fight mode, the power of walking and how it helps him clear his mind! Plus, listen for our 5th Unorthodox Tip of the Week!00:00 Intro01:36 What is the business rollercoaster & Steve’s experiences of it08:50 Fight or Flight14:35 Rest and recharge18:42 Quickfire questions24:30 Unorthodox Tip of the Week26:30 Outro Hosted on Acast

In this episode, meet John, our Operations Director! Find out all about when and why he joined the business, plus find out his top business cost-saving tips since the new budget and what it's like working with your family!00:00 Intro1:30 Early life and why John joined Sussex Beds4:35 John's progression in the business11:22 Working with your wife13:40 Cost saving due to the budget, ideas & opening new stores17:57 Quickfire questions26:27 Unorthodox Tip of the Week29:34 Outro and next week's

In this episode, we find out if culture is everything, where Steve got his inspiration for the Sussex Beds culture and why culture is important for our team and our customers! Listen to his culture plans for the year and his unorthodox tip of the week from listener Liz!00:00 Intro & what actually is culture12:57 Culture vs Strategy - how do you find the balance15:59 What is a rock, and Steve’s rocks for the year22:15 Steve’s inspiration for the Sussex Beds culture27:11 Quickfire Culture

Find out exactly what life was like for Josh growing up, why he ended up joining the family business and what it's really like working with your dad and your closest family! Listen as Josh and Steve talk about who is the most competitive, their funniest moments and how they get through the tough times together.00:00 - Intro03:15 - Before Josh joined the business15:56 - Life working with family & dealing with emotions22:34 - Living in the shadows28:59 - Josh's motivations & their toughest

It's our first ever episode of An Unorthodox CEO! For 2 years, Steve has been posting on LinkedIn about his experiences, ups and downs of the journey within his family-run bed retailing company, Sussex Beds! Find out why he was named 'Unorthodox' and how he isn't your normal CEO. If you are looking for genuine advice on running a business or working with family, this might just be the podcast for you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.