The Business Of Thinking
“The Business of Thinking” is the only podcast that gives ambitious leaders evidence-based psychological strategies for peak performance, decision-making, and resilience.
Are you a founder, CEO, or senior executive struggling with decision fatigue, stress, or imposter syndrome? You're not alone. The challenges of modern leadership are primarily psychological.
Join Richard Reid, organisational psychologist and leadership coach, as he cuts through the noise to deliver actionable mental models from psychology and behavioural science. In 30-45 minute deep-dives and conversations with global experts, you'll learn how to master the inner game of leadership, build resilient teams, and leverage your mind for competitive advantage.
In every episode, you will:
- Discover the hidden cognitive biases sabotaging your strategic decisions.
- Learn to build psychological safety in your team for innovation and high trust.
- Find out the evidence-based secrets to sustained resilience without burnout.
Stop managing your business. Start mastering your mind.
Want the actionable takeaways and resources mentioned in the episodes? Find more information on www.richard-reid.com.
Subscribe today for your weekly mental upgrade!
Episodes
29 episodes
Why 70% Of Disabled Talent Is Being Left Out ft. Joyce Bender
What if the thing that nearly killed you became the catalyst for changing thousands of lives? In this powerful episode, Richard is joined by Joyce Bender, founder of Bender Consulting Services and the Bender Leadership Academy, whose personal e...
Shot, Captured And Sentenced To Death: A Story Of Survival ft. Aubrey Brooks
What happens when an ordinary man finds himself on death row? In this gripping episode, Richard is joined by Aubrey Brooks, author of Death Row in Paradise, whose extraordinary life story spans mercenary combat, a failed coup d'état in...
Less Is Your Competitive Advantage - Simplicity, Burnout, and Why Doing Less Gets More Done
What if the secret to doing more was actually doing less? In this episode, Richard Reid sits down with author, coach, and keynote speaker Chris Lovett to explore why busyness has become one of the biggest threats to performance and how simplifi...
Why Getting Everything You Want Still Feels Empty — with Jamie Smart
What if the clarity, confidence, and peace of mind you've been searching for were already inside you? In this episode, Richard Reid sits down with bestselling author, coach, and keynote speaker Jamie Smart to explore why so many high-perfor...
From Navy SEALs to Reality TV: The Science of Peak Performance with Dr. Steven Stein
What does it really take to perform at your best under pressure? In this episode, Richard Reid sits down with Dr. Steven Stein - clinical psychologist, author, and globally recognised expert in emotional intelligence - to explore ho...
The Psychology Of Breaking Barriers In Law With Caroline Flanagan
What does it mean to go from feeling like the only one to becoming the first? Richard is joined by Caroline Flanagan - The Coach for Black Lawyers - for a powerful conversation about identity, imposter syndrome, resilience, and the mindset shif...
Nearly Dying Was the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me - Sherilyn Shackell
What happens when external success starts fracturing your soul? Sherilyn Shackell, founder of the Marketing Academy, didn't walk away from a lucrative headhunting career — she was forced out of it by burnout and a serious illness that made her ...
When Cults Go Corporate: Coercive Control Explained (Chris Shelton, ex-Scientologist)
In this compelling episode, Richard is joined by Chris Shelton, former Scientology member of 25 years, cult recovery consultant, and expert in coercive control. Chris shares his extraordinary personal journey from being raised inside Scientolog...
Why Rigid Organizations Fail and Neuro-Inclusive Ones Win with Robert Annis
In this episode of The Business Of Thinking, host Richard Reid sits down with Robert Annis, a business psychologist and founder of Neuro. They explore the transformative power of neurodiversity in the workplace, moving beyond "problem-solving" ...
Shot Two Weeks Before His First Race - A Story of Resilience
What happens when life keeps knocking you flat? Aaron Burros went from nearly 400 lbs to losing 178 lbs through running - then was shot two weeks before his debut ultra, followed by seven years of PTSD and a corporate cover-up. His message: tre...
Intentional Leadership: How To Unlock Your Team
What does it really take to build a leadership brand that people trust - even when you're not in the room? In this episode, Richard Reid sits down with Skot Waldron, keynote speaker, executive coach, and author of "Unlocked: A 52-Week Guide for...
The Future of Cognitive Performance in Business with Dr. Jon Finn
In this episode of The Business of Thinking, Richard Reid sits down with Dr. Jon Finn, founder of Tougher Minds and author of "The Habit Mechanic," to explore the neurobiology of high performance in an era of rapid technological change.
Neuroscience Secrets for Modern Leadership and Productivity with Dean Burnett
In this episode of The Business of Thinking, Richard Reid sits down with neuroscientist and best-selling author Dr. Dean Burnett to pull back the curtain on the “Idiot Brain.” They dive into common misconceptions t...
Dopamine, Serotonin, and the Psychology of Performance with Loretta Breuning
In this episode of The Business of Thinking, Richard Reid sits down with Loretta Breuning, founder of the Inner Mammal Institute, to explore the primal neurochemistry driving human behavior. Loretta reveals how "happy chemicals" like dopamine, ...
The Life Switch: How to Master Your Mindset with Joel Steele
In this episode of The Business of Thinking, Richard Reid sits down with entrepreneur and author Joel Steele to discuss the psychology of resilience. Joel shares his raw journey from facing borderline bankruptcy and life-threatening...
The Psychology of Medical Trauma and Recovery with Vanessa Abraham
In this episode of The Business Of Thinking, host Richard Reid is joined by Vanessa Abraham, a dedicated speech-language pathologist whose career and life took a dramatic turn in 2019. Vanessa shares her harrowing journey from being a medical p...
The Psychology of AI: Religion, Hallucinations, and Critical Thinking with Beth Singler
In this episode of The Business of Thinking, Richard Reid is joined by Beth Singler, anthropologist and leading expert on digital religion and artificial intelligence. Together, they explore how AI is reshaping belief sys...
The Psychology of a World Without Work with Calum Chase
In this thought-provoking episode of The Business of Thinking, Richard Reid is joined by AI expert, author, and futurist Calum Chace for a wide-ranging conversation on artificial intelligence, superintelligence, and what the future may...
Decision Making and Consequences at 20,000 Feet with Nigel Vardy
In this powerful episode of The Business of Thinking, Richard Reid is joined by mountaineer, engineer, and keynote speaker Nigel Vardy, often known as Mr Frostbite. Nigel shares the extraordinary story of surviving a near-fata...
The Psychology of High-Stakes Negotiation with Nigel Taberner
In this episode of The Business of Thinking, former police hostage negotiator Nigel Taberner joins Richard Reid to reveal how the high-stakes world of crisis negotiation translates into powerful leadership and influence. Taberner shares his jou...
The Moral DNA of High-Performance Leadership with Roger Steare
In this episode of The Business of Thinking, Richard Reid sits down with corporate philosopher Roger Steare to dismantle the traditional corporate mindset. Steare explores why current economic models are "cancerous" and why heavy regulation oft...
Unleash Your Self-Worth: Why Energy Is 80% Of Your Business Success with Hina Siddiqui
In this episode of The Business of Thinking podcast, host Richard Reid speaks with Hina Siddiqui, founder and CEO of Corporate Influence Media. Hina shares her journey from a chaotic childhood in India to becoming a ...
The Hard Yards of High Performance: From Homelessness to Rally Champion with Penny Mallory
In this episode of The Business of Thinking podcast, host Richard Reid speaks with Penny Mallory, who shares her journey from a challenging childhood and homelessness to becoming a rally driver, boxer, and keynote speaker, highl...
Embracing Doubt: The New Rulebook for High-Performance Leadership with Dr. John Dentico
Welcome to The Business of Thinking, the podcast for high achievers seeking mastery over motivation, as Richard Reed is joined by author, leadership expert, and business coach, Dr. John Dentico. This episode delves into Dr. Dentico's background...
The Lost Art of Leadership and Sustaining High Performance with Jez Rose
Jez Rose joins Richard Reid on The Business of Thinking podcast to discuss his multifaceted career - from speaker and author to ceramic artist and the first certified carbon neutral honey farmer. Informed by personal experiences with los...