I’ve been speaking with a number of Chief Executives and other business and HR leaders about retention, freedom and work culture as I’m writing People Glue, and I’m delighted to share some of my conversation with Simon Wilson, President at Markel International, in this week’s episode. It was fascinating to hear Simon talk about how they've built a culture of empowerment and trust at Markel International by: ⭐️ Creating a collective sense of purpose and value; ⭐️ Flattening hierarchies and eliminating unnecessary bureaucracy; ⭐️ Making it easy for people to reach for the 'stupid phone'. Links: Visit Helen’s website www.helenbeedham.com. Check out Helen's award-winning business book: The Future of Time: how 're-working' time can help you boost productivity, diversity and wellbeing. Leave a book review on Amazon here. Get in touch about Helen’s Time-Intelligent Teams workshops or view/download aflier here. Join her mailing list here. Become a book supporter: help Helen shape and launch (in January 2026) her second business book People Glue: hold on to your best people by setting them free. Simon on Linked In. Markel International’s website. Markel International on Linked In.