Beyond Limits Mike Tobin CBE on Growth, Governance & Grit

Michael Tobin CBE is a serial technology entrepreneur & pioneer with over 40 years’ experience in the telecoms & technology sector.In this episode, John and Michael explore leadership,resilience, and navigating change in today’s evolving business world. He also shares the personal drive behind his success, his philanthropic challenges such as running 40 marathons in 40 days and trekking to the South Pole, and the importance of staying engaged across multiple ventures, building strongteams, and embracing risk as a catalyst for growth.Their conversation highlights how adaptability, culturalfit, and learning from failure shape effective leadership, particularly as technology, including AI and quantum computing, transforms business operations. John and Mike discuss board governance, evolvingorganisational roles, and the shift from hands-on contributors to strategic leaders. The episode closes with insights on competition, strategic clarity, and continuous learning — underscoring a central theme: those who embrace change are best positioned to succeed.