What can Formula 1 teach us about engineering excellence, leadership and staying calm under pressure? Former FIA executive and F1 team leader Marcin Budkowski joins host Mark Gallagher to share insights from a career spent at the heart of the sport’s technical and safety evolution.

From analysing the dramatic Gabriel Bortoleto crash in São Paulo to breaking down Max Verstappen’s remarkable consistency and Oscar Piastri’s recent challenges, Marcin offers an insider’s view of the 2025 season and the unseen work that keeps drivers safe and teams competitive.

He also reflects on his journey through Formula 1 - from sending handwritten letters to every technical director to landing his first role at Prost Grand Prix, navigating the emotional collapse of the team and moving to Ferrari at the height of its Schumacher-era dominance. Marcin speaks on what he learned from working alongside Jean Todt, Ross Brawn, Rory Byrne and Michael Schumache and how high-performing cultures are built, protected and sustained.

🎧 A must-listen for fans of Formula 1, engineering, leadership and high performance.

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Intro recorded by: Charlie Barlow.

What can Formula 1 teach us about life, work and winning? Former McLaren mechanic and Wheeler Dealers presenter Marc Priestley joins host Mark Gallagher to share lessons from his new book Pit Lane Lessons: What F1 Can Teach You About Life and Work.

From the pressure of two-second pit stops to the relentless pursuit of perfection under Ron Dennis, Marc reveals how elite teams maintain motivation across a 24-race season, celebrate small wins, and build cultures that thrive under pressure.

He also explores how innovation in F1 isn’t just about technology - it’s a mindset - and how anyone can apply that same thinking to their own performance, leadership and teamwork.

🎧 A must-listen for fans of Formula 1, high performance and personal growth.

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Performance Insights specialises in bringing impactful keynote speakers from motorsport industries to global events, conferences and seminars. For enquiries, please reach out to us at enquiries@performanceinsights.co.uk or visit our website www.performanceinsights.co.uk.

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Intro recorded by: Charlie Barlow.

This week on The Business of Winning, we’re coming to you live from the Melbourne Grand Prix with Mark Gallagher and Guenther Steiner!

Recorded after the first practice session of the 2025 season, Mark and Guenther dive into the early action on track, discussing the standout performances, team dynamics, and what the first session reveals about the competitive landscape this year.

Guenther shares behind-the-scenes stories from his Unfiltered book tour around Australia, including his highlights and the incredible reception so far — plus, a preview of what’s to come on the rest of his UK tour later this year with Fane Productions.

In this episode, we also explore how the business side of Formula 1 is shaping up this season, from the latest sponsor deals to how teams are positioning themselves for success both on and off the track.

With years of combined experience in the F1 paddock, Mark and Guenther offer expert insights on what to expect as the season unfolds — and which teams might have an edge heading into the next round.

Performance Insights specialises in bringing impactful keynote speakers from motorsport industries to global events, conferences and seminars. For enquiries, please reach out to us at enquiries@performanceinsights.co.uk or visit our website www.performanceinsights.co.uk.

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Intro recorded by: Charlie Barlow.