The Lemonade Principle Chris Roberts

Rupert Hoogewerf is the Chairman and Chief Researcher of the Hurun Report, China's Global Rich List, and in this episode we hear about the origins of the Hurun Report and Rupert's journey as an entrepreneur.



Rupert has spent 22 years researching billionaires and Unicorns (billion dollar-valued start-up companies) so he knows a thing or two about what makes a successful entrepreneur. Thankfully, he was happy to share his insights for the final episode of the series. This one is not to be missed.

Laure Fraval has 30 years' experience in HR and change management with some of the biggest investment banks in the world. Now running her own consultancy, we discuss some of the challenges that companies - and people - face when implementing change.



We also explore the importance of organisational culture and Laure reveals some of the methods she uses to see the real culture of an organisation behind the buzzwords and corporate branding, and Laure shares my favourite ever networking story that ends with a meeting I guarantee you won't see coming.

Isabella studied Modern Languages and Cultures at Durham, graduating in 2019 before joining AlphaSights, a leading provider of knowledge on-demand, as an Associate and progressing to Manager. Isobelle studied Modern Languages and Cultures at Durham, graduating in 2019 before joining AlphaSights as an Associate and progressing to Manager. Sounds similar? Think again.

This week we explore the experiences of two Durham graduates who arrived at their destination in different ways, showing that there is more than one route to success. We also get an insight into the recruitment processes of a global firm and hear about a novel way to make sure that first impression is a good one.

Tobi Bello has 10 years’ experience in the business of sport. Starting at Durham where he studied Sports Science, he went on to complete a Masters in the US and work in football and tennis with the New York Red Bulls and the United States Tennis Association before some time with UNICEF and then his current role at a global sports brand.



In this episode we hear Tobi’s story as he talks us through some the highlights of a career in the business of sport, and we see how every step you take really does lead you towards your greatness.

Jamie Harris is Head of E-Commerce at a company that is revolutionising the way people access groceries and health and beauty products in Singapore.



In this episode, we discuss Jamie's trajectory from finishing a Masters in 2015 to becoming Country Manager (E-Commerce) in Singapore in just 3 years before progressing to his current role in 2021. We also get an insight into the world of e-commerce and how in the future the aim is for it to be quicker and easier to order online than it would be to walk to the shops.

As Head of Research and Development and Head of Asia Pacific at Coltraco Ultrasonics, Adrian Saw has a lot of responsibility. In this episode we explore Adrian's journey as an international student at Durham, and Adrian talks us through his experience of securing visa sponsorship after graduating. This is a challenge that all international students face and was something I was very keen to bring to the podcast from someone who has been there and done it.



We also discuss Research and Development and Adrian reveals the golden rule for working in R&D.