What a night to remember! On Wednesday the 13th of November, we had the privilege of hosting a live recording of the How I Failed in Business podcast as part of the Leicester Business Festival. With Rob Spence and Sophia Grace at the helm as hosts and the legendary Barrie Pierpoint as our special guest, the event turned into a truly inspiring and energizing experience that I’m excited to share with you.
Networking and Connections Before the Show
The evening kicked off with a buzzing networking session, setting the perfect tone for what was to come. The room was filled with passionate professionals from diverse industries, exchanging ideas, business cards, and inspiration. It’s rare to witness such a vibrant exchange of ideas, and it reinforced the importance of community and collaboration in business. Seeing so many meaningful connections being made before we even took the stage was a powerful reminder of how events like these go beyond content—they’re about people.
A Special Episode of I Failed in Business
When it was time for the main event, Rob Spence and Sophia Grace took to the stage with their signature blend of warmth, humour, and curiosity. Together, they guided the audience through a captivating conversation centred on the ups, downs, and pivotal lessons of business.
Our guest of honour, Barrie Pierpoint, brought his wealth of experience and unique insights to the discussion. As the first Chief Executive of Leicester City Football Club and a celebrated business leader, Barrie shared stories that were equal parts inspiring and eye-opening. His journey is a testament to the resilience and adaptability required to succeed in business—and his candid reflections fit perfectly with the podcast’s ethos of embracing failure as a stepping stone to success.
The live format brought an added layer of excitement. There’s something magical about engaging directly with an audience, feeling their energy, and seeing their reactions in real time. It made the entire experience more dynamic and personal.
Lessons and Takeaways
One of the highlights of the evening was hearing Barrie, Rob, and Sophia discuss how failure has shaped their careers and outlooks. Their insights resonated deeply with the audience, sparking conversations that carried on long after the show ended. Themes like perseverance, learning from mistakes, and staying open to opportunities struck a chord, reminding us all that failure isn’t the end—it’s often just the beginning.
A Night to Remember
As the event wrapped up, the conversations continued, and the connections deepened. It wasn’t just a podcast recording; it was an evening of shared experiences, new ideas, and meaningful relationships.
For me, it was also a moment of reflection. To see the How I Failed in Business podcast brought to life in such an impactful way—complete with an amazing audience, insightful discussions, and unforgettable moments—was incredibly rewarding.
Thank you to everyone who attended, networked, and participated in this special evening. A huge shoutout to Rob, Sophia, and Barrie for making it such a success. And if you weren’t able to join us live, don’t worry—the full recording is available now as a podcast episode. We can’t wait to bring you more exciting events like this in the future!
Here’s to embracing failure, celebrating growth, and building incredible connections along the way.
