My Duvet Flip by Jackson Parsons
My Duvet Flip by Jackson Parsons
Jackson Parsons
Justin Pegg, CEO at DPD UK: I Left School at 15, Now I Run a £2.5 Billion Business
22 minutes Posted Aug 27, 2026 at 10:00 am.
Introduction1:30 Justin’s 36-Year Journey at DPD UK2:46 Growing Up with Very Little in Birmingham3:06 Why Young People Need to Look Beyond Their Screens4:42 Why Justin Wanted to Inspire the Next Generation5:15 Becoming a Manager at Just 226:04 Leaving School at 15 and Earning £1 an Hour7:23 The Bike Ride That Started Justin’s Career7:41 Working Night Shifts for 25 Years8:35 Why Working Smarter Beats Working Harder9:21 Why Justin Puts Family Before Work10:35 Justin’s Greatest Achievement as a CEO11:06 Treat People Like Adults and They’ll Work Like Adults12:17 The Hardest Chapter of Justin’s Career13:43 Why Justin Never Hires People Like Himself14:07 Why Making Mistakes Can Make You Successful16:03 The Leadership Advice Jack Never Forgot16:41 Why Frontline Workers Are the Real Heroes17:51 Justin’s Invisible Secret to Success19:14 The Power of a Handwritten Note20:16 How to Make Your People Feel Valued20:46 What Gets Justin Out of Bed Every Morning21:20 How to Train Your Mind to Be More Positive22:04 Justin Discovers Drake22:12 Final ThoughtsDisclaimer:The content provided on Duvet Flip is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. The views expressed by hosts, guests, brands or contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the show's producers, sponsors, or affiliates. The information shared is not a substitute for professional advice, including but not limited to career counseling, financial guidance, legal consultation, or mental health support.Listeners and viewers are responsible for their own decisions and actions based on the content provided, and Duvet Flip assumes no liability for any outcomes resulting from reliance on the information shared. By engaging with the show, you acknowledge and agree to this disclaimer.If you're struggling with debt, trusted advice and free support can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/debt-adviceIf you're struggling with mental health of any kind, you can find free support here: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/
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About Justin PeggJustin Pegg is the CEO of DPD UK, having built an extraordinary career with the business spanning more than 36 years. From working night shifts to leading the organisation, Justin is passionate about developing people, putting family first and creating a culture where everyone feels valued.Check out DPD UK Careers below:https://jobs.dpd.co.uk/https://drivers.dpd.co.uk/About DPD UKDPD UK is one of the UK’s leading parcel delivery businesses, helping deliver millions of parcels for customers across the country. Led by Justin Pegg, the wider UK business includes DPD UK, CitySprint and DPD Ireland, with revenues exceeding £2.5 billion.Chapters0:00 Introduction1:30 Justin’s 36-Year Journey at DPD UK2:46 Growing Up with Very Little in Birmingham3:06 Why Young People Need to Look Beyond Their Screens4:42 Why Justin Wanted to Inspire the Next Generation5:15 Becoming a Manager at Just 226:04 Leaving School at 15 and Earning £1 an Hour7:23 The Bike Ride That Started Justin’s Career7:41 Working Night Shifts for 25 Years8:35 Why Working Smarter Beats Working Harder9:21 Why Justin Puts Family Before Work10:35 Justin’s Greatest Achievement as a CEO11:06 Treat People Like Adults and They’ll Work Like Adults12:17 The Hardest Chapter of Justin’s Career13:43 Why Justin Never Hires People Like Himself14:07 Why Making Mistakes Can Make You Successful16:03 The Leadership Advice Jack Never Forgot16:41 Why Frontline Workers Are the Real Heroes17:51 Justin’s Invisible Secret to Success19:14 The Power of a Handwritten Note20:16 How to Make Your People Feel Valued20:46 What Gets Justin Out of Bed Every Morning21:20 How to Train Your Mind to Be More Positive22:04 Justin Discovers Drake22:12 Final ThoughtsDisclaimer:The content provided on Duvet Flip is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. The views expressed by hosts, guests, brands or contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the show's producers, sponsors, or affiliates. The information shared is not a substitute for professional advice, including but not limited to career counseling, financial guidance, legal consultation, or mental health support.Listeners and viewers are responsible for their own decisions and actions based on the content provided, and Duvet Flip assumes no liability for any outcomes resulting from reliance on the information shared. By engaging with the show, you acknowledge and agree to this disclaimer.If you're struggling with debt, trusted advice and free support can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/debt-adviceIf you're struggling with mental health of any kind, you can find free support here: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/