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Hosted by The SLG Project · business · EN · 48 episodes
The Outside of the Classroom Podcast features individuals sharing stories about building businesses and careers. We bridge the gap between theory and practice on topics including managing and developing people, how businesses establish credibility, the importance of organizational culture, and overcoming setbacks.- Ranked in the top 1% on Spotify- Listeners on every continent- High listener engagement with 80% of subscribers listening to every episode
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe Outside of the Classroom Podcast features individuals sharing stories about building businesses and careers.
Outside of the Classroom is hosted by The SLG Project. The show has published 48 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Natalie Riviere: Going Against The Grain - Building Community Through Business" (27 July 2026, 72 minutes), "Nidale Chehade: Taking A Chance On Yourself" (3 July 2026, 100 minutes), and "Derek Bartlett and Paul May: Building More Than a Business" (1 June 2026, 98 minutes).
Outside of the Classroom publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 65 minutes across 48 episodes.
Booking probability for Outside of the Classroom is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Outside of the Classroom requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Outside of the Classroom's contact route on record: verified email.
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The SLG Project hosts Outside of the Classroom, a business show with 48 episodes published.
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Episode #17
What does it mean to go against the grain? In this episode of Outside of the Classroom, I speak with Natalie Riviere, founder and CEO of Commetta Communications, about choosing a different path—one built on community...
Outside of the Classroom
Careers rarely follow a straight path. In this episode of Outside of the Classroom , I talk with Nidale Chehade about building a career after university, finding the confidence to pursue opportunities, and embracing the...
Episode #15
In this episode, I sit down with Derek Bartlett and Paul May, the founders of Legacy Basketball Academy, to discuss the journey of building an organization from the ground up. We explore the realities of...
Episode #14
In this episode, I speak with James Stauch about systems thinking, complexity, and why many organizations struggle to solve the problems they face. Our conversation explores the tension between urgency and understanding...
Episode #13
What does it take to build something that lasts? In this episode, I sit down with Garie Adamson, founder of a brand rooted in Toronto’s early hip-hop culture that has remained relevant for over three decades. We talk...
Episode #12
Scar tissue is what experience leaves behind. It manifests in how you think, decide, and respond. In this Deep Dive episode, we explore scar tissue: what it is, where it adds value, where it can work against you, and...
Episode #11
“You can build a wall by pouring concrete—or you can build it brick by brick, client by client.” What actually sustains a business over time? In this conversation, I talk with Bruce Reilly, Managing Partner of a CPA...
Episode #10
In this Deep Dive, we move beyond clarity and examine what it actually takes to achieve strategic objectives in practice. Strategy introduces new demands on the organization. But those demands are not always made...
Episode #9
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how marketing is executed, but what does that mean for the role of human marketers? In this Perspective episode of Outside of the Classroom , Natalie Riviere shares how AI is...
Episode #8
Most organizations don’t fail from lack of effort. They fail from lack of clarity. In this Deep Dive, we examine what strategic clarity actually requires inside an organization — beyond vision statements and growth...
Episode #7
In this One-on-One episode of Outside of the Classroom , Marat Ressin reflects on the evolution from founding ventures to building entrepreneurs. The conversation explores entrepreneurship beyond capital, as a response...
Episode #6
In this Perspective episode of Outside of the Classroom , we explore why many sustainability efforts struggle to deliver meaningful change. Instead of focusing on commitment or reporting, the conversation looks at...
Episode #5
In this episode, we talk with Emily Fiagbedzi about her mission to support founders and entrepreneurs. She tells us what led her from the US to Africa, understanding her role in making an impact and about good humans...
Episode #4
The Pursuit of Knowledge is one way to describe this latest episode of the Outside of the Classroom podcast. Carmen Contreras Romero shares her knowledge on entrepreneurship in Chile - what is working well and what can...
Episode #3
In the latest episode of Outside of the Classroom, we talk with a Guest focused on helping entrepreneurs in the Global South realize their vision. With a career starting in development banking, Susana Garcia-Robles...
Episode #2
In Episode 2 of Season 4 of Outside of the Classroom, we sit down with entrepreneur Victor Gauthier to unpack what it really takes to scale a business while managing the pressures that come with growth. Drawing from his...
Episode #1
Thank you to all of the Listeners and Followers. Thank you to all of the Guests. Season 4 could not have happened without You. Listener engagement increased to 80%, with almost a 50/50 split between male and female...
Episode #10
In the final episode of Season 3 of Outside of the Classroom, Ashley and Michael Fry share their journey of building a thriving family-run bagel and bakery business. Their conversation brings a fresh take on...
Episode #9
How is artificial intelligence reshaping the world of higher education? In the first episode of the Perspective series, we talk with Jared Steuernol—an expert with a background in higher education publishing and...
Episode #8
This Deep Dive Episode looks at Dr. Patricia Hewlin's work and the concept of Facades of Conformity, which exists in organizations. The episode talks about these 'false appearances' that employees can demonstrate, often...
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