Let’s talk money. In business, it’s often a taboo subject, but it really shouldn’t be which is why for todays podcast episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Julia Day, the savvy financial coach behind Easy As Vat. This lovely lady is on a mission to make managing money easy for creative female entrepreneurs and I couldn’t wait to chat to her about all things numbers and business (amongst other things!) From charging your worth and sticking to your price, to discussing the tax mistakes we’v...
Oct 05, 2018•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Let’s be real, navigating money in a business can be and has been for me, incredibly complex. From paying tax and making investments to dealing with the fluctuating income and separating business from personal, there’s a whole lot to figure out and understand. When I first started my business (tbt to 18 year old me in 2016) I spent a good 18 months being fully unaware of the financial stuff. In this episode I shared more about what it looked like to become conscious of the money I was making, sp...
Oct 01, 2018•41 min•Season 1Ep. 28
2 months ago I was without clients, watching my bank balance decline and questioning (pretty much every day) if my business was ever going to feel 'successful' again. Fast forward to now and I'm booked out (!), planning exciting projects and feeling like I'm exactly where I want to be. No, this episode isn't about the 'secret' which got me here, but an honest look into my experience of it all. I want to remind you that behind every 'success' is a whole lot of digging in and yes, we've all been t...
Sep 21, 2018•51 min•Season 1Ep. 27
As a graphic designer and published illustrator, Sarah has learnt a whole lot about what it looks like to run a successful and fulfilling business. In this episode she shared her experience of starting out, what she practically did to gain new clients, the process she went through of pivoting her services, how we as business owners can approach our own branding and even the back story of Comic Sans! _____ Find the show notes and get connected to everything mentioned in the episode HERE . Enjoyed...
Sep 07, 2018•44 min•Season 1Ep. 26
I've officially uploaded 24 (now 25) episodes! To mark the mini-milestone, I'm giving you a behind the scenes look into what creating this podcast has looked like and what I've learnt along the way. Listen in to hear what I've discovered about the reality of creating content and how these 5 learning curves are continuing to impact my business as a whole. _____ To connect with me, share your thoughts on this episode and discover more about what I do, you can find me over on Instagram ....
Sep 06, 2018•22 min•Season 1Ep. 25
I have a love hate relationship with personal branding . Whilst it’s a remarkable way to create an online presence which engages with an audience, it brings with it a risk of creating an unhealthy relationship with your digital content. I’ve first hand experienced of both how powerful and negative it can be, which is why I wanted to dive into it in this episode… I’ll be talking about why it sells, the pro’s and cons of having a personal brand, the difference between personal and business brandin...
Aug 24, 2018•47 min•Season 1Ep. 24
When Sapphire (todays guest) launched The Coven a few months back, it felt like perfect timing for me. I’ll let her tell you more in the episode, but The Coven is a monthly membership platform which exists to support and empower female business owners. I can truly say that membership with The Coven has been one of the best investments I’ve made in my business. We sat down (in her beautiful office space) turned on the mic and got talking about her heart behind the The Coven and what it's really l...
Aug 17, 2018•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 23
If you follow me over on Instagram, you’ll know that last week I carried out a little experiment. Through a series of 3 posts I lied to my followers, intentionally sharing visuals and captions which were far from reality. The purpose? To open up a conversation surrounding the relationship we have with social media, exploring the extent of the negative impact it can have over us. _____ Find the show notes and get connected to everything mentioned in the episode HERE . Enjoyed the episode? I’d lov...
Aug 10, 2018•30 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Instagram has to be one of my favourite platforms. There’s something about the way it empowers us to connect with others, share our own narrative in a creative way and surround ourselves with community and inspiration, with there always being something new to try out. Despite this, I’m hearing more and more from those using it strategically (ie – for business purposes) that they find it a difficult platform to use and find success on. Which brings me onto todays episode, discussing the metrics w...
Aug 07, 2018•35 min•Season 1Ep. 21
When anyone asks me what I wish I’d known when I started my business, my answer is always the same… I wish I’d realised how vital it is to get in community, learn from others’ stories and connect with those who get it. Fi Grayson, founded She can. She did. just under a year ago… a platform which puts the spotlight on young women who have dared to go solo and start their own businesses in the UK, supporting and empowering female entrepreneurs through interviews and events. _____ Find the show not...
Jul 20, 2018•46 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Joining me for this episode is Charlotte, from MediaLuxe. She’s a brand communications and content specialist, empowering brands to say the right words, to the right people, on the right platforms. Your website is a fundamental part of your online presence. When a site is at its best, it accurately communicates all there is to know about a business, takes people from strangers to customers and seamlessly transitions to and from your social platforms. _____ Find the show notes and get connected t...
Jun 22, 2018•48 min•Season 1Ep. 19
If there’s a checklist of possible problems to face when starting a business, I would’ve ticked the off. From having no work / life balance and pricing myself wrong to getting isolated and experiencing total burn out - the first year of my business is a textbook example of what not to do. Whether you’re new to the self employed world or have had a business for years - there's always something to learn or be reminded of. _____ Find the show notes and get connected to everything mentioned in the e...
Jun 10, 2018•29 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In todays episode I sat down with Nataly Jennings, an adventurous wedding & elopement photographer, blogger & Youtuber. Nataly talked about her story into what she does now - getting real about the ups, downs and lessons she’s learnt along the way. We discussed her experience of finding and sticking to a niche in the photography market and what it’s looked like to manage multiple brands as a multi-passionate person! _____ Find the show notes and get connected to everything mentioned in t...
Jun 01, 2018•48 min•Season 1Ep. 17
You’re probably be bored to death of hearing four letters, GDPR… I think it’s slightly ironic that a legislation intended to minimise unwanted emails has resulted in my inbox being bombarded with more emails than ever... Since all this conversation has arisen surrounding email marketing, I figured what better time to talk about what effective email marketing looks like? Now we’re GDPR squeaky clean and ready to jump back into the world of emails, let’s discuss 5 ways you can step up your email. ...
May 25, 2018•13 min•Season 1Ep. 16
It's #MentalHealthAwareness week and sharing about mental illness online is always something I’ve deliberated over. I question how I can play a part in the overall conversation, whilst still recognising that I don’t have all the answers and no two experiences are the same. I sat down with the lovely Lola Hoad to discuss how mental illness has played a part in our stories and what it’s looked like to balance that with working for & by ourselves. _____ Find the show notes and get connected to ...
May 18, 2018•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 15
The second I met Claudia, who with 10 years of industry experience is a PR goddess, I knew I needed her to join me on an episode to break down all things PR. From how small business’ can engage in PR to tips for approaching journalists and how to define what’s ‘news worthy’ in your business - Claudia shared some gold. If you're looking to engage with PR in your business, this is an episode for you. _____ Find the show notes and get connected to everything mentioned in the episode HERE . Enjoyed ...
May 03, 2018•49 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Regardless of what your digital strategy is, there’s something which will always feature in what you do. Content. With content being such a vital part of online marketing, it’s easy for it to take over and become something which sucks all the time, resources & energy out of our business’. We’re spending hours creating content, but the work and time we put into creating it is in no way relative to how effective it is for us. If that feels all too familiar, listen to this episode to discover 5...
Apr 24, 2018•13 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Ever had the season where you're working ourselves too hard, juggling too my plates and in need of a total efficiency injection? When talking about efficiency in business, nobody felt more suited than Paige. She established herself photographer during law school and has since grown it to a 6 figure business alongside a full-time job (crazy I know!). Listen if you want to be inspired, encouraged towards efficiency and to find out what’s next as Paige ventures into something new this year! _____ F...
Apr 10, 2018•55 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Sit down in front of your computer and had no idea what to post? Spend hours scrolling through your camera roll, figuring out what to put on Instagram? If you’ve ever felt that way, then this an episode for you, because I am going to be walking you through how to shape your content creation in line with the buyers journey. I'll explain how you can create content which attracts your ideal client & guides them closer to making a purchase. _____ Find the show notes and get connected to everythi...
Apr 04, 2018•22 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In today’s episode, I was joined by Mary, founder of the Simplifiers, event extraordinaire, podcast host and somebody who has experienced a whole host of change. It was so refreshing to hear more about how she’s dealt with the change which comes with running a business, both when it comes to re-locating and re-restructuring to pivoting your services. She talked honestly about what it looks like to be a female entrepreneur and gave out some invaluable advice for those looking to do the same! ____...
Mar 22, 2018•43 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In celebration of International Women's Day I sat down with the inspiring Lu. She’s the founder of Blooming Founders and Blooms London. I chose Lu for this episode because herself and her work totally embodies the heart of International Women's Day, which this year is to ‘Press for Progress’. She talked more about her story into business, the common barriers she sees female entrepreneurs facing and the part we can play to press for progress in the workplace. It’s a good one! _____ Find the show ...
Mar 09, 2018•47 min•Season 1Ep. 9
If you’re a blogger - this is an episode for you! Because today I’m going to be breaking down SEO and walking you through a 5 point checklist for you to consider, to ensure all your posts are SEO ready. SEO is what impacts how highly your website ranks within search engines and although it can sometimes be a complicated and confusing thing to get your head around, understanding SEO as a blog writer is really important. Being SEO optimised ensures that your content will reach a wider audience and...
Mar 06, 2018•20 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this podcast episode I sat down with Emma, the founder of Girl Got Faith, a multi-award winning teen girl's guide to faith, beauty and lifestyle. Emma started Girl Got Faith after noticing a lack of relevant, topical and faith-based content for teenage girls and I was so interested to hear more about how she runs the website / charity alongside her full time work. I found her honest and positive approach to life & work incredibly inspiring and I know you will too! _____ Find the show note...
Mar 02, 2018•42 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Today on the podcast I’m talking about a mistake in marketing which I see made time and time again. I notice it with many of my clients and I truly believe that if creative entrepreneurs can grasp the importance of avoiding it, the effectiveness of their digital marketing will be transformed. If you use social media to grow your business, this episode is not one to miss! The reason I’m sharing this mistake with you is because I don’t want you to waste time, energy and creativity on content which...
Mar 01, 2018•21 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Unless you live under a rock, you've most likely heard Vevo being talked about this week. This all new social media app is a hot topic in the world of Instagram / Social Media and people want to know what it is, whether it's going to stay, if it's worth getting onto and why people are so excited by it. So for todays episode I've decided to join in on the conversation. In short, I think it's something to watch. They've hit the nail on the head with creating something which is user oriented, allow...
Feb 27, 2018•15 min•Season 1Ep. 5
When I first started my business, I expected to be rolling out of bed with a spring in my step, working in a beautiful in-house office, sipping smoothies, hanging out in coffee shops and living my best life. The reality? Far from that. Instagram makes everything in life look pretty dreamy right? Whether it’s peoples’ jobs, families, home or holidays, social media sure shows the highlights reel. Today's post is all about uncovering the ‘real life’ and taking the filter off of what it looks like t...
Feb 20, 2018•23 min•Season 1Ep. 4
For this episode, I sat down with Hayley Vincent - a full-time travel blogger who shares her stunning photos over on her Instagram & Website. To say I’m excited to share this conversation with you all is an understatement. Not only was Hayley SUPER lovely to chat with but it was also so fascinating to hear more about her story into travel blogging, the ‘real life’ of the beautiful photos and what she’s learnt along the way. We chatted about how she's made travelling her full time job, the BT...
Feb 16, 2018•48 min•Season 1Ep. 3
If you’ve ever heard the phrase ‘algorithm’ in marketing, people are most likely talking about the infamous Instagram and Facebook algorithm. And if you have no idea what I’m talking about, don’t worry, it sounded like a foreign language to me when I first learnt about it. But once you learn about it, I can assure you, you’ll want to be implementing these 5 methods. The algorithms favours quality content, organic engagement and active accounts - so you need to behave in a way that indicates to t...
Feb 13, 2018•17 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Ever sat down with someone and just feel like they totally get you? That’s legit how this podcast conversation felt! On todays episode of ‘Starting the Conversation’, I sat down with the wonderful Cat Byrne. Cat is an incredibly talented web designer, creating beautiful branding & custom sites for her clients - seriously, if you’re in need a fresh site - check her out! Aside from how great she is at her job, she’s also a super down to earth and lovely person! It was so fun to talk all things...
Feb 09, 2018•38 min•Season 1Ep. 1
