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Development Diaries

Hosted by John Guest · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 7 episodes

Where this show ranks

Episodes
7
Last ep.
8 days ago
Avg length
54m
Booking Probability™
26
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Listen Score
13
Niche reach.
Virality (30d)
45
Steady cadence.

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About this podcast

Development Diaries is where real estate development's most influential leaders share their unfiltered career stories. Hosted by John Guest, founder of Henry James Search and the Rebels Community, each episode takes you behind the scenes with the innovators, change-makers, and visionaries shaping our built environment. From career-defining moments and sliding doors decisions to hard-won lessons and advice for the next generation, our guests reveal what really drives success in real estate development. We explore the challenges, celebrate the wins, and dig into what excites leaders most about the future of our industry. Subscribe to hear from managing directors, board members, and development leaders as they share their journeys from early career to industry leadership - and discover what makes exceptional development professionals tick. New episodes released regularly.

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About the host

John Guest hosts Development Diaries, a business show with 7 episodes published.

Recent episodes

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7. From Builder to Co-Founder: James Coulsey on Developing Differently

May 18, 202650mEp. 70

In this episode of Development Diaries, host John Guest sits down with James Coulsey, co-founder and director of Trigon DM - a B Corp-certified development management consultancy helping clients cut through complexity an

6. Jonathan Smales, Executive Chairman at Human Nature

Apr 28, 20261h 2mEp. 60

In this episode of Development Diaries, John is joined by Jonathan Smales, founder and CEO of Human Nature - the sustainable, community-focused developer behind Phoenix, a 685-home neighbourhood in Lewes, and one of the

5. Chris Fleetwood, Chief Operating & Sustainability Officer at Redevco.

Apr 13, 202651mEp. 5S1

In this episode of Development Diaries, John is joined by Chris Fleetwood, a man whose route into real estate began not in a lecture theatre but at a careers fair, in a 45-minute conversation with a chartered surveyor wh

4. Sunny Johal, Development Director at Glenbrook: From Building Sites to Boardrooms

Mar 31, 202651m0

In this episode of Development Diaries, host John Guest is joined by Sunny Johal, Development Director at Glenbrook and fellow podcast host - a man whose route into real estate is about as far from the traditional gradua

3. Simon Harding-Roots: Regional MD at Muse: Brownfield Opportunity & Public-Private Partnership

Mar 17, 202649mEp. 3S1

In this episode of Development Diaries, host John Guest is joined by Simon Harding-Roots, Regional Managing Director for the South at Muse, and formerly Managing Director of London at the Crown Estate and Executive Direc

2. Harry Knibb, VP of Development at Oxford Properties: Decarbonisation and the Case for Optimism

Mar 2, 202652m0

In this episode of Development Diaries, host John Guest sits down with Harry Knibb, Vice President of Development at Oxford Properties and Non- Executive Director at the Academy of Urbanism, whose career spans project ma

1. David Partridge, Founder of Senze: King's Cross, Placemaking and Future of Sustainable Housing

Feb 17, 20261h 1mEp. 1S1

In this episode of Development Diaries, host John Guest sits down with industry legend David Partridge, former senior partner and chairman of Argent and Related Argent, whose 35-year career has shaped some of the UK's mo

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Audience demographics

Age
25-54
Consumer type
Professionals & Founders

Topics covered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I pitch Development Diaries as a podcast guest?

To pitch Development Diaries, visit https://henryjamessearch.com/ for contact information, then craft a tight one-paragraph hook that ties your expertise to a gap in their recent business coverage.

Who is the host of Development Diaries?

Development Diaries is hosted by John Guest. The show is categorised under business (careers) and has published 7 episodes.

How many episodes does Development Diaries have?

Development Diaries has published 7 episodes.

What topics does Development Diaries cover?

Development Diaries regularly covers business, careers. It sits in the business category, with a careers focus.

Is it hard to get booked on Development Diaries?

Development Diaries is accessible for guests with genuine business expertise. A personalised, episode-aware pitch will still outperform a generic one every time.

Is Development Diaries currently accepting guest pitches?

Development Diaries hasn't explicitly signalled guest openness in recent episodes. That doesn't rule out pitching. your hook just needs to be especially compelling and relevant to their recent content.

How long are Development Diaries episodes?

Episodes of Development Diaries average 54 minutes. a focused format where a clear narrative arc and tight preparation matter most.

What guest credentials does Development Diaries typically look for?

Our data rates Development Diaries's guest bar at 80/100 (Premium tier). Established thought leaders with verified media credentials. Sign in to PitchCentric to see how your own Pod Score compares against this show.

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