IT’S NOT SO LONELY AT THE TOP

2025 in Review (and why you must take time to review your year)

2025 has been a tough year for many.  In this episode Pete, with the help of Ian Bridgestock, co-founder of Geek, have a review of their 2025.
The highs and the lows are reviewed and Pete explains why it is important for leaders to reflect on the year that has been to enable them to properly focus on what actions and goals are necessary for the coming year.
 
ABOUT
🎙️ The INSLATT Podcast – It’s Not So Lonely At The Top
Running a business can feel like steering a ship through choppy seas… and sometimes, the captain’s chair gets lonely. That’s why the INSLATT Podcast exists — to bring together bold, brilliant business leaders who get it.
Whether you’re leading a growing team, managing risk, or simply carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions, this podcast is your safe harbour. Every episode dives into honest, energising conversations with business owners and performance experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the T-shirt.
🎧 Why Listen?
Learn from real-world stories and leadership lessons that don’t make it into the textbooks.
Discover practical tools to lead with purpose, clarity and momentum.
Explore topics like performance, mindset, wellbeing, risk, resilience motivation, and culture — all with a down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach.
Feel part of a community of leaders who want to grow without the ego.
🧭 This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s fuel for your leadership journey.
📍 Where to Listen & Learn More:🔗 INSLATT Podcast is available on YouTube AND your favourite podcast app.  Remember to SUBSCRIBE🎙️ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & more🌍 Learn more at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/
New episodes are released weekly on a Wednesday at 6am
Your host is Pete Rushmer - https://www.peterushmer.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterushmer/
 
 

What about if everything you've been told about success is a lie?

In this episode what about if everything your been told about success is a lie?
This focuses on how we define success in our lives and businesses as leaders.  How marketing and social conditioning create bias around what success is.  
"What does success look like for you right now?"
"Whose definition am I living?"
"What would I do if I already had enough?"
We also look at the evolution of success into a seasonal model.
 
ABOUT
🎙️ The INSLATT Podcast – It’s Not So Lonely At The Top
Running a business can feel like steering a ship through choppy seas… and sometimes, the captain’s chair gets lonely. That’s why the INSLATT Podcast exists — to bring together bold, brilliant business leaders who get it.
Whether you’re leading a growing team, managing risk, or simply carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions, this podcast is your safe harbour. Every episode dives into honest, energising conversations with business owners and performance experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the T-shirt.
🎧 Why Listen?
Learn from real-world stories and leadership lessons that don’t make it into the textbooks.
Discover practical tools to lead with purpose, clarity and momentum.
Explore topics like performance, mindset, wellbeing, risk, resilience motivation, and culture — all with a down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach.
Feel part of a community of leaders who want to grow without the ego.
🧭 This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s fuel for your leadership journey.
📍 Where to Listen & Learn More:🔗 INSLATT Podcast is available on YouTube AND your favourite podcast app.  Remember to SUBSCRIBE🎙️ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & more🌍 Learn more at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/
New episodes are released weekly on a Wednesday at 6am
Your host is Pete Rushmer - https://www.peterushmer.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterushmer/
 
 

S1 Ep10 Meet Bevis Moynan - Author, Speaker & Founder of Magenta

In this episode we welcome Bevis Moynan.  He is the founder of Magenta Coaching Solutions and helps elite performers transform mindset and develop emotional resilience for lasting success he is a multiple author including recent book Emotional Resilience and Speaker.
Bevis shares his perspectives on coaching, NLP and how to enable high performance, he has worked with elite sportsman and business owners, to enable them to acheive their dreams of success.
This conversation is not one to miss!
We discuss;
-Emotional Resilience
-Leadership
-NLP
-Motivation
 
ABOUT
🎙️ The INSLATT Podcast – It’s Not So Lonely At The Top
Running a business can feel like steering a ship through choppy seas… and sometimes, the captain’s chair gets lonely. That’s why the INSLATT Podcast exists — to bring together bold, brilliant business leaders who get it.
Whether you’re leading a growing team, managing risk, or simply carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions, this podcast is your safe harbour. Every episode dives into honest, energising conversations with business owners and performance experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the T-shirt.
🎧 Why Listen?
Learn from real-world stories and leadership lessons that don’t make it into the textbooks.
Discover practical tools to lead with purpose, clarity and momentum.
Explore topics like performance, mindset, wellbeing, risk, resilience motivation, and culture — all with a down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach.
Feel part of a community of leaders who want to grow without the ego.
🧭 This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s fuel for your leadership journey.
📍 Where to Listen & Learn More:🔗 INSLATT Podcast is available on YouTube AND your favourite podcast app.  Remember to SUBSCRIBE🎙️ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & more🌍 Learn more at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/
New episodes are released weekly on a Wednesday at 6am
Your host is Pete Rushmer - https://www.peterushmer.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterushmer/
The podcast is bought to you by 'It's not so lonely at the top' thank you for listening.
More information about our guest Bevis Moynan;
https://www.bevismoynan.com/
https://www.magentacs.co.uk/
 

Redefining Success for Leaders

In this episode we explore accepting what is - redefining success for leaders.
This focuses on resilience and building resilience through acceptance.  We explore; strategic pauses, and applying the PESTLE framework to your business.  As well as understanding how intrinsic and extrinsic goals can impact how you view your performance.
Ensuring we balance goals to manage energy and prevent burnout.
 
ABOUT
🎙️ The INSLATT Podcast – It’s Not So Lonely At The Top
Running a business can feel like steering a ship through choppy seas… and sometimes, the captain’s chair gets lonely. That’s why the INSLATT Podcast exists — to bring together bold, brilliant business leaders who get it.
Whether you’re leading a growing team, managing risk, or simply carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions, this podcast is your safe harbour. Every episode dives into honest, energising conversations with business owners and performance experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the T-shirt.
🎧 Why Listen?
Learn from real-world stories and leadership lessons that don’t make it into the textbooks.
Discover practical tools to lead with purpose, clarity and momentum.
Explore topics like performance, mindset, wellbeing, risk, resilience motivation, and culture — all with a down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach.
Feel part of a community of leaders who want to grow without the ego.
🧭 This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s fuel for your leadership journey.
📍 Where to Listen & Learn More:🔗 INSLATT Podcast is available on YouTube AND your favourite podcast app.  Remember to SUBSCRIBE🎙️ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & more🌍 Learn more at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/
New episodes are released weekly on a Wednesday at 6am
Your host is Pete Rushmer - https://www.peterushmer.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterushmer/
 
 

S1 Ep9 Meet Joanna Kalmuczak - founder of JK Mortgages Limited and Jo L'acqua Jewellery

In this episode we welcome Joanna Kalmuczak.  She is the founder of JK Mortgages Limited and Jo L'acqua Jewellery.
Joanna shares her perspective on what it really takes to rebuild.
She voices her remarkable journey from starting over in a new country to building two purpose-driven businesses.
 
Joanna forged her own path, launching JK Mortgages to support first-time buyers and developing Jo L’acqua to help women rediscover their confidence and self-worth.
 
Joanna opens up about her experiences overcoming adversity and achieving her success. This conversation is a masterclass in resilience that can be insightful for others disconnected from their true purpose. 
 
We discuss;
-Her business philosophy and remarkable journey
-Corporate career and the systemic barriers she faced
-Formative experiences of growing up with her Grandparents
-Crisis management and personal resilience
-Leadership and empowerment of women
-Joanna's 3 pillar framework for success
 
ABOUT
🎙️ The INSLATT Podcast – It’s Not So Lonely At The Top
Running a business can feel like steering a ship through choppy seas… and sometimes, the captain’s chair gets lonely. That’s why the INSLATT Podcast exists — to bring together bold, brilliant business leaders who get it.
Whether you’re leading a growing team, managing risk, or simply carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions, this podcast is your safe harbour. Every episode dives into honest, energising conversations with business owners and performance experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the T-shirt.
🎧 Why Listen?
Learn from real-world stories and leadership lessons that don’t make it into the textbooks.
Discover practical tools to lead with purpose, clarity and momentum.
Explore topics like performance, mindset, wellbeing, risk, resilience motivation, and culture — all with a down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach.
Feel part of a community of leaders who want to grow without the ego.
🧭 This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s fuel for your leadership journey.
📍 Where to Listen & Learn More:🔗 INSLATT Podcast is available on YouTube AND your favourite podcast app.  Remember to SUBSCRIBE🎙️ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & more🌍 Learn more at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/
New episodes are released weekly on a Wednesday at 6am
The podcast is bought to you by 'It's not so lonely at the top' thank you for listening.
More information about our guest Joanna Kalmuczak;
- JO L'ACQUA
Jo L’acqua | Peterborough | Facebook
JO L'ACQUA (@jo.lacqua) • Instagram photos and videos
(8)Jo L'acqua (@jo.lacqua) | TikTok

S1 Ep8 Meet Simon Morris - Mergers & Acquisitions Specialist

In this episode we welcome Simon Morris to delve into his journey of becoming an NLP-certified coach, speaker and buy-and-build entrepreneur.
He dissects the insights gathered from entering and scaling multiple businesses throughout his career.
 
Simon’s experience as a business mentor provides our listeners with actionable support regarding market shifts, profitability issues and exit planning, enabling leaders and their businesses to progress with clarity.
 
This conversation is packed with practical tools, fresh perspectives, and strategies to break the cycle.
 
ABOUT
🎙️ The INSLATT Podcast – It’s Not So Lonely At The Top
Running a business can feel like steering a ship through choppy seas… and sometimes, the captain’s chair gets lonely. That’s why the INSLATT Podcast exists — to bring together bold, brilliant business leaders who get it.
Whether you’re leading a growing team, managing risk, or simply carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions, this podcast is your safe harbour. Every episode dives into honest, energising conversations with business owners and performance experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the T-shirt.
🎧 Why Listen?
Learn from real-world stories and leadership lessons that don’t make it into the textbooks.
Discover practical tools to lead with purpose, clarity and momentum.
Explore topics like performance, mindset, wellbeing, risk, resilience motivation, and culture — all with a down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach.
Feel part of a community of leaders who want to grow without the ego.
🧭 This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s fuel for your leadership journey.
📍 Where to Listen & Learn More:🔗 INSLATT Podcast is available on YouTube AND your favourite podcast app.  Remember to SUBSCRIBE🎙️ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & more🌍 Learn more at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/
New episodes are released weekly on a Wednesday at 6am
The podcast is bought to you by 'It's not so lonely at the top' thank you for listening.

Community

In this episode find out why Community is vital for business leaders.
1️⃣ Keeps You from Leading in a VacuumLeadership can feel like driving down a long motorway at night — lonely, with no headlights from others to guide you.A strong community of peers gives you perspective you can’t get from your own team, helping you spot blind spots and avoid costly wrong turns.
2️⃣ Accelerates GrowthWhen you’re part of a community, you get the benefit of shared experience — hard-earned lessons you don’t have to learn the painful way yourself.It’s like slipstreaming behind another vehicle in racing: you conserve energy while picking up speed.
3️⃣ Keeps You AccountableA community that knows your goals will challenge you to stick to them, even when you’re tempted to coast.Think of it as your personal race marshal — keeping you on the right track when you start to drift.
4️⃣ Builds ResilienceWhen the pressure mounts, you’re less likely to burn out if you’ve got trusted people you can call, who understand your challenges.They don’t just hand you tools; they’ll jump in and help you lift the bonnet when something’s gone wrong.
5️⃣ Expands Your InfluenceA leader with a strong community isn’t just leading a company — they’re shaping an ecosystem.This increases your credibility, brand reach, and ability to attract top talent and better opportunities.
ABOUT
🎙️ The INSLATT Podcast – It’s Not So Lonely At The Top
Running a business can feel like steering a ship through choppy seas… and sometimes, the captain’s chair gets lonely. That’s why the INSLATT Podcast exists — to bring together bold, brilliant business leaders who get it.
Whether you’re leading a growing team, managing risk, or simply carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions, this podcast is your safe harbour. Every episode dives into honest, energising conversations with business owners and performance experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the T-shirt.
🎧 Why Listen?
Learn from real-world stories and leadership lessons that don’t make it into the textbooks.
Discover practical tools to lead with purpose, clarity and momentum.
Explore topics like performance, mindset, wellbeing, risk, resilience motivation, and culture — all with a down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach.
Feel part of a community of leaders who want to grow without the ego.
🧭 This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s fuel for your leadership journey.
📍 Where to Listen & Learn More:🔗 INSLATT Podcast is available on YouTube AND your favourite podcast app.  Remember to SUBSCRIBE🎙️ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & more🌍 Learn more at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/
New episodes are released weekly on a Wednesday at 6am
The podcast is bought to you by 'It's not so lonely at the top' thank you for listening.

S1 Ep7 Meet Emma Henderson MBE - Motivational Keynote Speaker

In this powerful episode, Pete sits down with Emma Henderson MBE, one of only a handful of female airline captains worldwide during her time at easyJet. Emma shares her story of breaking barriers in the aviation world, leading with calm under pressure, and staying true to herself in a high-stakes, male-dominated environment.
They also dive into Project Wingman, the inspiring initiative Emma founded to support NHS staff during the pandemic — a reminder that leadership isn’t about altitude, it’s about attitude.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in courage, service, and the true meaning of leadership when the world feels turbulent.
https://www.emma-henderson.com/
 
ABOUT
🎙️ The INSLATT Podcast – It’s Not So Lonely At The Top
Running a business can feel like steering a ship through choppy seas… and sometimes, the captain’s chair gets lonely. That’s why the INSLATT Podcast exists — to bring together bold, brilliant business leaders who get it.
Whether you’re leading a growing team, managing risk, or simply carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions, this podcast is your safe harbour. Every episode dives into honest, energising conversations with business owners and performance experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the T-shirt.
🎧 Why Listen?
Learn from real-world stories and leadership lessons that don’t make it into the textbooks.
Discover practical tools to lead with purpose, clarity and momentum.
Explore topics like performance, mindset, wellbeing, risk, resilience motivation, and culture — all with a down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach.
Feel part of a community of leaders who want to grow without the ego.
🧭 This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s fuel for your leadership journey.
📍 Where to Listen & Learn More:🔗 INSLATT Podcast is available on YouTube AND your favourite podcast app.  Remember to SUBSCRIBE🎙️ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & more🌍 Learn more at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/
New episodes are released weekly on a Wednesday at 6am
The podcast is bought to you by 'It's not so lonely at the top' thank you for listening.

You Can't Do Everything

You Can't Do Everything - Podcast
 
Today's podcast tackles practical rules and strategies to regain your focus.
Introduction of "you can do anything, but you can't do everything" principle from Jimmy Carr, emphasizing the risks of hustle culture and insular focus in organizations.
Leaders face burnout and decision fatigue by juggling multiple roles (HR, finance, etc.), diluting their focus and direction.
Adoption of Pareto's Principle (80/20 rule) is essential for maximizing efforts and outcomes, urging leaders to identify their critical 20%.
Implementation of the Eisenhower Matrix for effective task management through categorizing tasks: Do, Delegate, Delay, Delete.
Encouragement for leaders to create dedicated thinking, creative, and reflection time to enhance clarity and focus.
"Stop Doing List" introduced as a vital tool for reclaiming time and energy by eliminating non-essential tasks.
Life Values Assessment recommended for leaders to identify top personal values as a guide for decision-making.
Motivational Mapping advised to discern personal motivators and prioritize energizing activities over distractions.
Best ideas surface during reflection; suggestions include incorporating relaxation techniques like sauna sessions and meditation.
Warning against the "just work harder" mentality which leads to burnout and ineffectiveness, suggesting a focus on prioritization instead.
 
 
ABOUT
🎙️ The INSLATT Podcast – It’s Not So Lonely At The Top
Running a business can feel like steering a ship through choppy seas… and sometimes, the captain’s chair gets lonely. That’s why the INSLATT Podcast exists — to bring together bold, brilliant business leaders who get it.
Whether you’re leading a growing team, managing risk, or simply carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions, this podcast is your safe harbour. Every episode dives into honest, energising conversations with business owners and performance experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the T-shirt.
🎧 Why Listen?
Learn from real-world stories and leadership lessons that don’t make it into the textbooks.
Discover practical tools to lead with purpose, clarity and momentum.
Explore topics like performance, mindset, wellbeing, risk, resilience motivation, and culture — all with a down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach.
Feel part of a community of leaders who want to grow without the ego.
🧭 This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s fuel for your leadership journey.
📍 Where to Listen & Learn More:🔗 INSLATT Podcast is available on YouTube AND your favourite podcast app.  Remember to SUBSCRIBE🎙️ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & more🌍 Learn more at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/
New episodes are released weekly on a Wednesday at 6am
The podcast is bought to you by 'It's not so lonely at the top' thank you for listening.

S1 Ep6 Meet Jordan Butler - Founder of JHB Tattoo Removal

Meet Jordan Butler - Founder of JHB Tattoo Removal
Welcome to the INSLATT (It's not so lonely at the top) Podcast!  In this episode, I interview Jordan Butler.  
JHB Tattoo Removal was founded in 2009 by Jordan Butler, beginning in a small rented room in rural Norfolk. What started humbly has grown into one of the UK’s busiest and most trusted tattoo removal clinics, now based in Peterborough. With over 15 years’ experience, JHB has built a reputation for excellence, backed by more than 400 five-star reviews and 1,500 active clients.
 
Jordan’s work has been featured by BBC One and CNN, and the clinic invests heavily in industry-leading technology—over £250,000 in advanced lasers like the Candela PicoWay and Cynosure RevLite—delivering safe, effective results trusted nationwide.
 
Links for Jordan: www.jhbtattooremoval.co.uk @jhb_tattooremoval
 
Key themes for todays podcast;
 
Jordan highlights challenges he faced during a BBC Morning Live appearance related to tattoo removal, emphasizing the need for better footage access and demographic insights.
 
The flagship tattoo studio, aims to lead the tattoo industry in Peterborough while integrating tattoo removal into its culture.
David Beckham's role, identified as a catalyst for tattoo acceptance, contributing significantly to the industry's growth and shifting client expectations towards personalized designs.
A £250,000 investment in advanced laser technology, including the Cynosure Rev Lite, marked a turning point after a 12-year period of stagnation in business growth.
The tattoo removal process typically requires around 10 treatments, with specific challenges noted for hand tattoos and certain colors like yellow being particularly difficult to remove.
Personal development emerged as a key theme in todays podcast, with Jordan sharing a memorable story of providing free treatments through New Leaf Project.
The New Leaf Project offers free tattoo removal for vulnerable clients, including ex-prisoners and abuse survivors, showcasing a commitment to community service.
Industry regulation remains a concern due to the lack of licensing in the UK, which could be addressed by proposed changes in Scottish legislation.
Jordan's personal philosophy draws from Marcus Aurelius and emphasizes mental health practices, including meditation and journaling, as crucial to his development.
Key success principles include prioritizing sleep, the importance of discipline over motivation, and managing guilt to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
 
ABOUT
🎙️ The INSLATT Podcast – It’s Not So Lonely At The Top
Running a business can feel like steering a ship through choppy seas… and sometimes, the captain’s chair gets lonely. That’s why the INSLATT Podcast exists — to bring together bold, brilliant business leaders who get it.
Whether you’re leading a growing team, managing risk, or simply carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions, this podcast is your safe harbour. Every episode dives into honest, energising conversations with business owners and performance experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the T-shirt.
🎧 Why Listen?
Learn from real-world stories and leadership lessons that don’t make it into the textbooks.
Discover practical tools to lead with purpose, clarity and momentum.
Explore topics like performance, mindset, wellbeing, risk, resilience motivation, and culture — all with a down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach.
Feel part of a community of leaders who want to grow without the ego.
🧭 This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s fuel for your leadership journey.
📍 Where to Listen & Learn More:🔗 INSLATT Podcast is available on YouTube AND your favourite podcast app.  Remember to SUBSCRIBE🎙️ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & more🌍 Learn more at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/
New episodes are released weekly on a Wednesday at 6am
The podcast is bought to you by 'It's not so lonely at the top' thank you for listening.