The INSIDER PODCAST: SEASON 15 – Episode 1

Plane Crashes, F1 Glory, and Resilience

With David Coulthard

In today’s episode of ScaleX Insider, we are thrilled to welcome David Coulthard, a globally recognised Formula One legend and entrepreneur. David will share his powerful insights on how inclusion is the new winning formula, and how Formula One leaders excel at creating solutions, not problems. We’ll dive into the keys to building a team of high performers and how to get your team marching in the same direction, regardless of the challenges they face. David will also open up about the life lessons he learned from surviving a plane crash, and why owning your mistakes in business is crucial for long-term success. We’ll explore the importance of reacting right in customer service and why Red Bull’s leadership stands out in the competitive world of Formula One. David will discuss why achieving 50/50 gender balance in the workplace is more than just a trend – it’s a necessity for success. Finally, we’ll uncover the secret power of Ireland’s warmth and how it has shaped David’s journey both personally and professionally. Don’t miss this captivating conversation packed with invaluable leadership lessons and practical advice for anyone aiming to scale their business and team.
David Coulthard live at the ICC Belfast in November 2024 for the ScaleX Summit.

David Coulthard

Season 15 launches with a LIVE episode from our ScaleX Summit with a true legend by definition, David Coulthard, a globally recognised sports personality, renowned Formula One Grand Prix driver, broadcaster, author, and entrepreneur. David has excelled both on and off the track, carving out a legacy as one of the most influential figures in motorsport.

Hailing from Scotland, David’s illustrious 15-season career in Formula One saw him secure 13 Grand Prix victories, 62 podium finishes, and five top-three placements in the World Championships, with iconic wins at the British and Monaco Grand Prix. His achievements on the track have solidified him as one of the sport’s greats.

Beyond racing, David has demonstrated his entrepreneurial prowess. He co-founded Whisper, a leading media production company in the UK and Europe, alongside Jay Comfrey and Sunil Patel, as well as Velocity Experience, a premier corporate events company. In 2022, David launched the More Than Equal initiative, a groundbreaking project to break barriers for women in motorsport, with the goal of supporting the first female driver in modern Formula One.

An accomplished author, David has penned his autobiography It Is What It Is and the Sunday Times bestseller The Winning Formula. In 2010, his remarkable contributions to the world of motorsport were recognised with an appointment as a Member of the Order of the British Empire.

Contact David:

Website: https://davidcoulthard.co.uk/index.html

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