MENTOR is a podcast that shares the lived experiences of senior leaders across industries.
In each episode, guests open up to founders Rachel Forde and Marco Bertozzi of TheZoo.London about their careers, mistakes, lessons, and the people who inspired them along the way. It’s smart, relaxed, and packed with real-world insight. Whether you’re a future leader or simply curious about how others have navigated the world of work, MENTOR delivers valuable takeaways and thoughtful conversation.
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MENTOR is a podcast that shares the lived experiences of senior leaders across industries.
In each episode, guests open up to founders Rachel Forde and Marco Bertozzi of TheZoo.London about their careers, mistakes, lessons, and the people who inspired them along the way. It’s smart, relaxed, and packed with real-world insight. Whether you’re a future leader or simply curious about how others have navigated the world of work, MENTOR delivers valuable takeaways and thoughtful conversation.
Brought to you by TheZoo.London and Viral Tribe.
What Happens When You Bet on Culture Before Revenue? With Dom Williams
Mentor
43 minutes
1 month ago
What Happens When You Bet on Culture Before Revenue? With Dom Williams
What happens when a seasoned media exec switches lanes after 20 years, and nearly walks out after just one week? Rachel and Marco sit down with Dom Williams, Chief Revenue Officer at Mail Metro Media, to unpack the highs, lows, and truths of making bold career moves. From battling self-doubt to rebuilding confidence, transforming culture, and mentoring high-performance teams, Dom shares the lessons behind his rise and reinvention.
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Chapters:
00:00 Welcome & Intro to Dom Williams
02:18 Expanding Mail Metro Media in the US
05:06 20 Years at Dentsu – Why He Stayed So Long
08:24 The Leap from Agency to Sales – And Why He Almost Quit
10:57 Mentorship, Confidence & Rebuilding After a Tough Start
13:31 How Dom Leads High-Performing Teams Through Pressure
17:38 Culture First, Cash Second – Transforming Mail Metro
23:55 Learning from Mistakes: The Booking That Nearly Got Him Fired
32:13 Magpie Moments – Lessons Stolen From the Best
39:38 Best Advice Dom’s Ever Received & Reverse Mentoring Wins
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Mentor
MENTOR is a podcast that shares the lived experiences of senior leaders across industries.
In each episode, guests open up to founders Rachel Forde and Marco Bertozzi of TheZoo.London about their careers, mistakes, lessons, and the people who inspired them along the way. It’s smart, relaxed, and packed with real-world insight. Whether you’re a future leader or simply curious about how others have navigated the world of work, MENTOR delivers valuable takeaways and thoughtful conversation.
Brought to you by TheZoo.London and Viral Tribe.