Series 2 Episode 6
Conquer your goals through the power of optimistic realism with Pete Pastides
Episode show notes
Dream it. Believe it. Do it. This is the 3 step mantra that leads Pete Pastides in all he’s achieving, whether it be as an accomplished triathlete or an experienced CMO.
Pete, a longstanding First Wealth client, joins us on this inspiring episode of the podcast this week to share how he jumped from IBM into being a first time Founder, his work with the Brownlee brothers on their fitness brand, the passion and determination behind his sporting endeavours, and much more.
About our guest
Pete Pastides is a marketing Guru, who successfully sold his own business in 2014, and has held numerous consultant and Non-Exec Director roles within various companies.
Beyond his business endeavours, Pete’s inspirational sporting journey sees him competing in triathlons to represent Great Britain at Age Group level, garnering significant success.
Visit Cambridge Management ConsultingHighlights
“I always have a goal, and that goal gives my future a sense of purpose and certainty and something to work towards, as opposed to just endlessly ambling through life.”
11:10 - Pete Pastides
“To be really good at business, particularly running your own businesses, it’s multidimensional. You’ve got to be really disciplined and hardworking and tenacious, across multiple things - sales, marketing, finance, customer service, people, leadership - it is a discipline.”
32:35 - Pete Pastides
“I think kindness is an incredible virtue. There were times in my life where I wasn't kind, I was so driven. There was destruction along the way, where I was just utterly focused. Now I achieve my goals in a far more calmer, Zen-like, peaceful way.”
43:50 - Pete Pastides