Leading BOLDLY

We talk to Neil Smith from Mettle about what it takes to build from the ground up in the tech industry, with no knowledge of tech. Coming from a TV Producing background, Neil was used to the hustle. Being in charge of programs such as The Apprentice and Grand Designs, Neil felt it was time to take on a real mission - to improve the mental health of millions of men. With the help of his friends Bear Grylls and Paul McKenna and many others backing his idea, he launched the first male focussed mental health app. If you want to download the Mettle app to find out what it's all about, there's no better time than now. Mettle Men's Mental Health App Watch the full episode

Robert Raymond Riopel has trained over half a million people on how to manage their emotions around money to become financially free. He is the author of "Success Left a Clue" and now, with his business partner Aaron Huey, is helping coaches make the difference in their business that makes the difference. Episode SummaryWhat does it really take to build wealth without losing yourself — or the people who matter most?In this Leading BOLDLY Brief, Jenny Jarvis and Matt Clutterham sit down with Robert Raymond Riopel to explore the money lessons, personal choices and partnership principles behind his success. Robert shares how he moved from being underestimated as the youngest of four to buying his own home, becoming a millionaire, and training huge numbers of people in money and success principles.But this conversation is not just about financial freedom. It is also about marriage, trust and teamwork. Robert talks about meeting his wife at 13, building a life together over 30 years, and learning how to operate as a team through business, family pressure and big decisions.The episode also touches on Robert’s time owning two Domino’s Pizza franchises, what he learnt about sales, and why being willing to walk away can sometimes be your strongest position.What You’ll LearnWhy family expectations can quietly limit your ambitionHow Robert backed himself despite being underestimatedWhat money education taught him about freedom and choiceWhy strong relationships are built through teamwork, not luckHow Robert and his wife have navigated life and business togetherWhat owning Domino’s franchises taught him about sales and negotiationWhy walking away from the wrong deal can protect your valueHow to spot when a buyer is wasting your timeWhy financial success needs emotional maturity behind itHow bold leadership starts with knowing what you will not compromiseConnect LinksRobert Raymond RiopelInstagramInstagram AHR3 EventsLeading BOLDLY full episodeQ Branch WebsiteJenny LinkedinMatt LinkedinAbout Leading BOLDLYLeading BOLDLY is the podcast for SME leaders, founders and ambitious teams who want to grow with more courage, clarity and integrity. Hosted by Jenny Jarvis and Matt Clutterham, each episode explores the real conversations behind bold leadership — from business growth and people strategy to resilience, relationships and the decisions that shape who we become.Ready to lead with more clarity, courage and commercial confidence? Connect with Q Branch to explore how bold, practical leadership can help you and your team grow stronger.

Join us for a snapshot of inspiration from Chief Inspector of Thames Valley Police talking about mental health in the Police Force. Why he is now their mental health advocate and a story of how tragedy showed him that you must never stop trying, even when it feels too hard.