Reimagining Wine: From Intuition to Innovation with Visionary Leadership

Reimagining Wine: From Intuition to Innovation with Visionary LeadershipGuest: Amanda Thomson | Host: Julie RigaJoin Julie Riga as she sits down with Amanda Thomson, CEO and founder of B Corp Certified Noughty, to explore how intuition, vision, and curiosity can transform not just an industry—but your entire approach to entrepreneurial leadership.A former BBC Arts broadcaster and Le Cordon Bleu Paris alum, Amanda shares the purpose-driven journey behind creating premium alcohol-free wines and revolutionizing drinking culture with sophisticated, mindful alternatives for modern celebrations.What You'll Learn:How trusting your intuition before having data can lead to breakthrough innovation and business successWhy visionary thinking helps you climb back up when entrepreneurship knocks you downThe power of childlike curiosity in creating authentic connection and continuous learningHow to recognize and fill your knowledge gaps with expert team membersWhy energy management and how you show up directly impacts your business outcomesThe importance of self-awareness in building a sustainable, mission-driven businessFeatured Quotes:"There were millions of wine drinkers like me who stay in our lane and leave celebrations early because we just switch to water. There was nothing for me to drink when I wasn't drinking.""Being a founder and growing an entrepreneurial business is like an MBA on acid.""I am a visionary entrepreneur. I've always seen the macro—the arch, the rainbow I am climbing to. The vision has never wavered.""Curiosity can be hugely underrated in life. The more we know, we think we have to ask fewer questions. I would argue the opposite is true."Connect with Amanda Thomson:Website: noughtyaf.com (that's Noughty with an O!)Social Media: @NoughtyAFCompany: Noughty - Premium Alcohol-Free WinesConnect with Julie:Website: julieriga.com/getreadySocial Media: LinkedIn | Instagram | FacebookListen to Stay On Course with Julie Riga wherever you get your podcasts and disco