Most companies bet everything on one big launch.
Doug Lamont thinks that’s how you kill growth.
In this clip, the former CEO of Tony's Chocolonely and Innocent Drinks breaks down a radically different way to scale — one built on rolling innovation, layered bets, and removing fear from failure.
Instead of over-researching, over-launching, and over-spending, Doug explains why the smartest brands:
- test cheaply
- back winners late
- kill losers fast
and never rely on a single “big idea” to carry the business
From product launches to international expansion, this is a masterclass in how real growth actually happens — especially from £100m → £500m+.
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🎯 Why “the one big thing” strategy usually fails
🔥 Rolling innovation vs over-researched launches
🧠 Removing fear from failure inside big organisations
📦 Why marketing can’t save products that don’t sell
🌍 How country expansion really works (3–5 year bets)
💰 When to actually turn on the marketing spend
⚖️ Small and medium bets vs betting the house
What is HUNGRY.?
HUNGRY is the podcast for Challenger Food and Drink brands wanting to pour gasoline on their growth. Fancy being kind? Want to feel warm inside? Please hit the Subscribe button. You’d really, really make my week.