Episode 39

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18th Aug 2025

Mile by Mile: Dave Cressey's 1,200-Mile Epic Journey

In this episode of 'Scaling New Heights Leadership,' host Nick Sellers welcomes his long-time friend, Dave Cressey.

Dave, who has been married for 38 years and has a deep-seated faith, shares his journey of walking 1200 miles from Lands End in Cornwall to John O'Groats in Scotland.

This epic walk was motivated by personal adversities that struck Dave’s family; his wife Anna’s battle with cancer and his son Josh’s struggle with Crohn’s disease.

Dave discusses the planning and experiences of the trip, and shares valuable insights on endurance, mental resilience, and the importance of savouring the journey rather than rushing to the destination.

Parallels with career experiences and business life are brought into focus throughout the conversation.

The episode wraps up with Dave explaining how the walk also served as a fundraiser for Cancer Research UK and Crohn's & Colitis UK. Listeners can donate to these causes using the link below:

00:00 Introduction to Scaling New Heights Leadership

00:26 Meet Dave Cressey: A Journey of Friendship and Faith

01:56 Dave's Epic Walk: From Lands End to John O'Groats

02:39 The Motivation Behind the Walk

07:58 Planning and Preparation for the Epic Journey

11:45 Experiences and Learnings Along the Way

16:18 Parallels Between the Walk and Business Leadership

19:36 The Importance of Company and Support

20:41 Memorable Days in Scotland

21:20 Facing Harsh Weather and Challenges

22:38 Encounters and Companionship

24:17 Mindset and Motivation

26:49 Lessons Learned from the Journey

29:23 Reaching the Journey's End

33:40 Advice for Future Adventurers

36:41 Supporting Charities and Final Thoughts

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Scaling New Heights: Leadership at the Next Level
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In Scaling New Heights: Leadership at the Next Level, we guide business leaders and entrepreneurs from overwhelm and “stuck” to new heights of success and achievement. Through insightful interviews, expert advice, and actionable strategies, this podcast is your go-to resource for breaking out of chaos and elevating your leadership. Whether you’re navigating tough decisions, managing fast growth, or striving for work-life balance, we help you unlock your potential and develop the mindset needed to excel. Join us as we share stories and insights from executive and business coaching, and learn how you can take your leadership to the next level.

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Nick Sellers

Even leaders need a helping hand to achieve their potential. I bring decades of corporate experience and a keen interest in people to my coaching and mentoring activities. And I really like to help those who want to grow and develop.
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