In this values-driven episode, Paul Hargreaves - B Corp leader, author, and CEO of
Cotswold Fayre - talks with Alastair about how purpose-led businesses are better for people,
planet, and profit. With years of experience leading ethical enterprises, Paul explores how
different generations approach leadership, legacy, and social responsibility. He reflects on
his Gen X upbringing and how it sparked his passion for fairness and sustainability.
Paul also delves into how younger generations are holding leaders accountable and why
that’s a good thing. From his advocacy for conscious capitalism to his insights on
neurodiversity, humility, and mentoring, Paul lays out a powerful vision for a
multigenerational workforce united by shared values.

Paul Hargreaves Takeaways:

• Why the best leaders are now “generous leaders”—collaborative, humble, and inclusive.
• Gen Z is driving transparency and social impact—and that’s reshaping business
• priorities.
• Diversity (of age, thought, and background) fuels innovation and culture.
• Leadership isn’t about hierarchy—it’s about human connection and purpose.

Paul Hargreaves Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulwhargreaves/
https://www.instagram.com/cotswoldpaul
https://www.tiktok.com/@paul_hargreaves1
www.paulhargreaves.co.uk
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Generationally Speaking Links:

Generationally Speaking Website
Generationally Speaking on LinkedIn
Alastair on LinkedIn