Changing Careers with Conrad Chua
Conrad's podcast brings you a series of interviews with students, alumni and industry professionals from the wider Cambridge Judge Business School network to give you an insight on how the Cambridge MBA can influence your career path.
Episodes
March 20, 2025 • 43 mins
The Business of Polling with Sir John Curtice
Polling shapes political strategy, fuels media headlines, and influences public perception—but how does it actually work? And how did polls do during 2024, the so-called Super Year of elections.
You've seen him on the BBC during UK General elections. Now you can join a session with Sir John Curtice, the UK’s most trusted polling expert, as we dive deep into:
🔹 What makes a high-qual...
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December 3, 2024 • 45 mins
Unlock Elite Performance for Managers.
Are you ready to redefine your career and leadership potential? Talbot Stark combines his extraordinary experience in international finance, the US military, and Silicon Valley to teach managers how to become *elite performers* in today’s competitive world. He is also the author of "Elite Performance for Managers.
- Discover the *Elite Performance Pillars™* framework to transform your ap...
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November 17, 2024 • 42 mins
Private Credit: A Game-Changer in Corporate Finance?
Private credit is rapidly transforming the landscape of corporate finance, particularly in the US and Europe—but what are the corporate governance issues that this might create?
Narine Lalafaryan will unpack:
- Why private credit has skyrocketed in recent years .
- Key differences between private credit, traditional lending, and equity investing.
- How private credit fun...
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November 11, 2024 • 42 mins
Building a fintech is very difficult. Launching a fintech startup serving the travel business a few months before covid brought travel to a halt is crazy difficult. Raman Korneu, an MBA alumnus from Cambridge Judge Business School and his team, had to make tough decisions quickly if they were to save their start up.
Raman talks about his entrepreneurial journey, and how myTU - an online digital banking platform - was born and ho...
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October 9, 2024 • 47 mins
We all want to work on teams that just click. But you have also worked in dysfunctional ones. Prof Robin Dunbar has devoted his career to studying why teams work and he is the father of the Dunbar number, which observes that humans can only make meaningful connections with 150 other people. He also found that team dynamics change when you go from team sizes of 5 to 15 to 50 to 150.
I don't know if Jeff Bezos had the Dunbar number...
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September 22, 2024 • 44 mins
Startups focus a lot on product, marketing and growth functions but as they mature, there is an increased focus on the finance function. This is not just to control costs but also to put money where the best growth opportunities are. There is also a need to look at the longer-term in addition to short-term. Akshay Sarma is a CFO at axio, one of India's fast growing startups. He has had extensive experience in finance working for...
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September 6, 2024 • 43 mins
What drives the UK economy and what are its future prospects? Professor Simon Deakin is the Director for the Centre for Business Research at CJBS and he will share his thoughts especially on the crucial aspects of productivity and investments shaping the UK's economic landscape.
1. Explore the Role of Services: Understand why services are the backbone of the UK economy.
2. Deep Dive into Productivity: Discover the causes of lo...
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July 8, 2024 • 41 mins
Discover the Challenges and Opportunities:
We'll explore the potential of green hydrogen to decarbonize industries, from steel production to aviation. Learn about the technological and economic hurdles that need to be overcome for widespread adoption. Ujjwal Pandey has co-written a case on green hydrogen and we'll discuss key factors that will determine its success, including cost reduction, policy support, and technological advanc...
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July 4, 2024 • 40 mins
🚀 Dive into AI implementation, ethics and regulation! 🚀
Curious about how enterprises are navigating the complex world of AI implementation? Join us for an eye-opening livestream featuring Imogen Palmer and Faisal Sultan two people at the coal face of enterprise AI implementation and regulation.
🔍 Key Takeaways:
1. **LLMs vs SLMs**: Understand the differences and make informed decisions.
2. **Ethics and Regulation**: Navigate ...
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June 24, 2024 • 39 mins
Join Us for a Deep Dive with Nobel Laureate Venki Ramakrishnan! 🧬**
Are you ready to learn about the current science on ageing? 🌟 We're thrilled to announce our upcoming livestream with Prof. Venki Ramakrishnan, Nobel Prize-winning biologist and author of "Why We Die."
🔍 **What You'll Learn:**
- The science behind aging and the pivotal role of proteins in our biology.
- Insights into groundbreaking research in gerontolog...
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June 24, 2024 • 42 mins
Diving Deep into the Future of E-Commerce 🚀
📦 How are innovative models like Temu reshaping shopping globally?
Join us for an enlightening live session with Somesh Dwivedi, Global e-Commerce Director at Essity, as we explore new e-commerce strategies and what they mean for businesses and consumers alike. In this episode, you’ll gain insights into:
1. Innovative Business Models: Understand the mechanics behind models like Temu....
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June 24, 2024 • 38 mins
Ready to explore the future of agribusiness in Africa? Africa is not one homogenous market so join us to learn more about the nuances. Join this livestream with Micheline Ntiru, a powerhouse in sustainable ventures! 🚀
Discover:
1. Cutting-edge investments transforming African agribusiness.
2. How farmers are adapting and thriving.
3. Insights into entrepreneurship, eMobility, VC funding, and women in business.
Be part of the con...
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June 24, 2024 • 39 mins
Ready to dive into the fascinating world of music, AI, and gender equity? Join Mira Howard, executive at record label Snafu Records , for a livestream that pulls back the curtain on the music industry!
Discover the inner workings of record labels and artist revenue streams. Learn why Taylor Swift re-recorded her music and how AI is revolutionizing artist discovery at Snafu. We'll also tackle the crucial topic of gender inequity i...
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March 11, 2024 • 45 mins
In many companies, there are several layers between developing strategy and the customer. The best plans and presentations crumble on the first contact with customers and the best companies can rapidly collect, clean and learn from customer data.
Whether you are grappling with customer churn, or figuring out what's going on between strategy and execution, our guest Vignesh Chandran has more than 10 years of experience working wi...
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March 11, 2024 • 42 mins
Dive into the heart of finance with David Pitt-Watson, a pioneering figure in responsible investment and a passionate advocate for the finance sector's societal role. As a co-founder of Hermes Focus Funds, David brings a wealth of experience and insight into how finance can serve a greater good. David is also a Visiting Fellow at CJBS and teaches the award-winning course Purpose of Finance.
**Why Should You Tune In?**
**Experi...
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February 27, 2024 • 44 mins
Prof Jennifer Howard-Grenville will do a deep dive into "The Future of Work".
Join us to discover the ways to navigate through generational crises, embrace collective leadership, and leverage technological advancements for organizational success. Whether you're a leader, professional, or part of the workforce aiming to future-proof your career, this discussion will equip you with the insights needed for the changing landscape of w...
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February 21, 2024 • 44 mins
Are you passionate about tackling climate change and interested in the financial strategies that can make a real impact?
Cambridge Judge Business School alumni, Baysa Naran and Daniel Duma have worked in the area of climate finance for years and we will talk about the following:
- The Critical Role of Climate Finance: Explore why financial investment is fundamental in battling climate change and achieving sustainability targets....
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February 12, 2024 • 19 mins
Businesses have been implementing analytical AI models for nearly a decade.
But few were ready for the advent of generative AI’s ability to conquer the creative activities long thought to be “quintessentially human.” GenAI holds the promise of automating entirely new domains of human activity—and it also evolves faster than prior technologies. In this AI revolution, where there is no “end state,” a company’s competitive advantage...
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February 12, 2024 • 43 mins
Are you navigating the complexities of mental health in your teams?
Listen to this Balance Sheet podcast where our guests discuss how managers can help employees with their Mental Health challenges.
We'll explore innovative strategies and practical tips to support your team's well-being in today's changing work environment.
Prof Thomas Roulet is Professor of Organisational Sociology and Leadership at CJBS. He is also co-direc...
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February 12, 2024 • 45 mins
Do you see 2024 as a year of uncertainty or opportunity? We already know that some events from 2023 will continue to have an impact while there are other events that are scheduled to happen. How will the following play out in 2024?
Elections and Economics: With the US and UK gearing up for their elections, what impact will they have on the global economic landscape?
Geopolitical Tensions and Global Business Impact: What will the...
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