Secret Leaders with Dan Murray-Serter
Business:Careers
Building a thriving business takes more than just getting the economics right - it requires truly understanding human psychology and what motivates people.
In this episode, Paul Lindley, Founder of kids' healthy food brand Ella's Kitchen, provides a rare glimpse into the human dynamics, vision and motivation at the heart of one of the biggest success stories in the UK startup space.
Paul reveals his secrets for:
- Mastering company culture and the psychology behind hiring and leadership
- Building an iconic national brand on a startup budget
- Staying rooted in deeper values and mission even amid huge success
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