Starting the Conversation

236 | Launch V Evergreen Selling with Rachel Waring

How do you like selling? We all have our strengths/weaknesses so in this episode I thought it would be interesting to have a discussion with my friend, Rachel. We're opposites in many ways... she loves colour I live in greyscale... but the biggest difference is how we like to sell. I'm a big fan of evergreen whereas Rachel smashes launches - listen in to hear the experiences, tips and challenges that come with each style. _____ Learn my 3 step method for an effective marketing strategy in this T...

235 | Why your marketing strategy isn't working...

Welcome to May, the month of marketing here on the podcast! This week we're diving in by addressing the biggest reasons your marketing strategy isn't working, so if you're sitting scratching your head wondering why you can't be consistent or effective, this one's for you. ____ To learn my 3 step method to creating an effective marketing strategy , join me for next week's free workshop! Sign up here....

Update: we're going on a (short) break... and what you can learn from it!

233 | ADHD and business... late diagnosis, challenges and learnings with Amanda Perry

15-20% of the population are neurodiverse, but we rarely talk about how it impacts the experience of business. In this episode I sat with Amanda Perry, a serial entrepreneur diagnosed a couple of years back with ADHD, to unpack her experience - from what it was like to run a business un-diagnosed to how she's learned to run a 'brain first business'. _____ Amanda - Instagram , Website AB - Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok...

232 | 25 actions to grow your business today

In celebration of my 25th birthday, I thought I'd share a list of 25 actions you can do TODAY to grow your business! Take a listen, note down what stands out to you and pick an action to do today... Small, daily action adds up so I'm cheering you on! AB x

231 | How to get into Forbes and pitch to the press, with Bianca Barratt

If getting in the media is on your goals list, this episode for you! Bianca Barratt is as a journalist for major publications like Vogue, Forbes, Refinery29, The Evening Standard and more... and is on a mission to help more small business owners get featured. In this episode I pick Bianca's brain on all things pitching, from when you're ready and how to find the contacts to how to write a killer pitch and why rejections is ok. This conversation is full of actionable advice which I know you'll le...

230 | Business pep talk (listen for motivation!)

Feeling stuck, demotivated or not in the zone? These 5 reminders should get you feeling energised and ready to take action. ____ AB - Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok

229 | Growing three creative businesses and the reality of a book deal, with Nerrisa Pratt

How do you get on TV? What's the secret to scaling and sustaining multiple businesses? How do you stay creative when busy? What's it really like to write a book? Today's conversation with the powerhouse that is Nerrisa Pratt answers that and more, as we unpack her highs, lows and lessons. _____ Nerrisa Pratt - Instagram , Untld Project (PR Support), The Bargello Edit Alice Benham - Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok...

228 | 5 big marketing mistakes we all make (and how to avoid them!)

Having spent the last 7 years helping thousands of business owners with their marketing and marketing my own two brands, I've noticed some common challenges we all experience... In this episode I'll walk you through what the top 5 mistakes are, why they happen and how to avoid them! Tune in for a boost of marketing expertise.

227 | A decade of entrepreneurship - legal battles, adapting to change and navigating motherhood, with Rosie Davies-Smith of PR Dispatch

This is easily the most honest, emotional and inspiring conversations we've had on the podcast. Rosie, PR expert and brilliant human, is a founder I hugely admire - she's honest, funny, supportive and really damn good at what she does. We sat down and unpacked the last decade of Rosie's journey, from the early days of her agency and how to get your first clients to battling legal battles, closing a business and adapting to motherhood as an entrepreneur. I really hope you find this conversation a...

226 | My VAT story - why I went de-registered and what I wish I'd known

Navigating the financial side of running a business isn't easy, something that couldn't be more true than with VAT. Going registered is a decision very few of us feel equipped to make and something I found myself un-prepared for when the time came a few years ago. Since going VAT registered I've made a lot of mistakes and looking back, there's so much I wish I'd known about how VAT works, what going registered entails and the challenges / implications to consider. So I thought I'd share them in ...

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225 | Building a community of 200,000+ and mastering LinkedIn with Sophie Miller, Pretty Little Marketer

Since founding Pretty Little Marketer, Sophie Miller has harnessed LinkedIn and Instagram to build an engaged and relevant community of over 200,000. She's a total expert when it comes to turning followers into fans, showing up authentically and consistently serving value! Tune in to hear more about how PLM started accidentally, Sophie's top tips about LinkedIn growth and an honest insight about her experiences of running a business with an anxiety disorder. _____ Sopbie's LinkedIn , PLM Instagr...

224 | 3 challenges of running a service based business (what it's REALLY like!)

In the last 7 years of running a service based business I've noticed some unique challenges that come up... and since speaking with so many clients and business friends, I don't think I'm the only one. I believe the more we share the 'bad stuff' the less alone we feel, so in this episode I'm sharing the top 3 challenges I face and how I support myself with them... _____ To create a strategy for your service based business, whether you're doing it for the first time or revisiting it to level up, ...

223 | Growing an impact-lead £1+ million business, with Lauren Currie of UPFRONT

Lauren is an entrepreneur who continually inspires me - her authentic visibility, value-driven approach and willingness to take messt action is something we can all learn from! In this episode I was honoured to uncover more of her stories and the challenges, lessons and work that have led to where she is today. Tune in to discover the ageism she experienced in her early career, how a red couch spiralled into a business concept, why we should all have a bias towards action and how to balance impa...

222 | What is a business strategy? The 5 components

We hear business strategy talked about a lot, but what does it actually mean? And why do we need one? Everyone will look at it differently but here's my take on the 5 components of a business strategy and how you can create your own. _____ To create a strategy for your service based business, whether you're doing it for the first time or revisiting it to level up, join the waitlist for Foundations First . Doors open to the new and improved version soon and I'd love to help you grow! Click here t...

221 | Taking the ick out of selling and nailing discovery calls with Hannah Morris

How can you be better at sales? What does 'closing the deal' look like? How can I hit my revenue goal? This week I chat with sales expert, Hannah Morris, to pick her brain about all things sales. _____ Hannah | Website , Instagram AB | Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok...

220 | How to achieve your goals (top 5 tips!)

So you've set goals... what now? There are so many common mistakes I see us making when it comes to actioning our goals so in this 3rd and final episode this week I'm sharing my 5 top tips for achieving your goals. Head to On Paper for the stationery tools to help you plan your year, set goals and manage your time with ease - shop here! _____ Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok...

219 | How to set strategic goals

How do you set goals in a way that'll actually help you? Day 2 of this mini series will share my key tips for setting quarterly goals with ease. Head to On Paper for the stationery tools to help you plan your year, set goals and manage your time with ease - shop here! _____ Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok...

218 | How to cast vision with yearly intentions

This week I'll be walking you through The AB Method, my tried and tested approach to setting goals and entering the year with intention! Welcome to day 1, where I'm going to walk you through how to connect to your big picture, cast vision and land on your intentions for the year. Head to On Paper for the stationery tools to help you plan your year, set goals and manage your time with ease - shop here! _____ Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok...

2023 business predictions & rogue Christmas gifts (with Vix Meldrew)

To kick off the New Year I'm joined by my friend and brilliant educator Vix Meldrew to discuss our predictions for the business space in 2023. _____ Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok

Christmas special with RSM!! (dating an entrepreneur and a festive quiz)

It's the final episode of the year so I'm treating you to a Christmas special exclusive with RSM, aka my boyfriend. Listen in for a dose of festive cheer and a window into what it's like to date Alice Benham. I'll be back in your ears in 2023, happy holidays! AB x _____ Ready to get memorable, custom design for your business? Launch a contest with 99designs and save £20 using this link. Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok...

215 | End of year review in 5 steps (guided audio)

Reflecting on 2022 will help you celebrate yourself, learn from your challenges and get clarity on how you want to enter next year. If you struggle to know how to review the year, this episode is for you! Tune in to follow my 5 step process for reflecting on 2022. _____ Ready to get memorable, custom design for your business? Launch a contest with 99designs and save £20 using this link. 2023 Planning Workshops (limited spaces!) AB | Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok...

214 | Pricing yourself, the myth of affordability and making a lot of money with Ray Dodd

Struggle to price yourself confidently? Feel like your relationship with money is a little wonky? Today's guest, Ray Dodd, is here to offer a refreshing and thought-provoking perspective on money mindset. Tune in to learn how you can earn the money you deserve and desire. _____ Download Ray's free pricing with feelings guide. Ray | Website , Instagram , Podcast AB | Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok...

213 | My weaknesses as an entrepreneur (a very honest episode!)

Running a business teaches you a LOT about who you are, what you want, what you're good at and in turn, what your weaknesses are too. The more self aware I've become of what my weaknesses are and how to conbat them, the easier running my businesses has become, so in todays episode I thought I'd let you in. Tune in to hear my 4 biggest weaknesses, how they impact my businesses and what I'm doing to help myself move forwards despite them. _____ AB | Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok The epis...

Christmas in November and housemate pet peeves

After a successful pilot episode, shit chat is here to stay! Tune in every other Thursday for a rambly conversation to keep you entertained whilst you work. _____ Join the waitlist for On Paper's 2023 collection. Buy your ticket to my Christmas Party!!!!

211 | Working with your period and menstrual cycle, not against it, with Lou Perham

How can we better understand our menstrual cycle? And what does it look like to run our business in a way that compliments it? This week I'm joined by cyclical living expert Lou Perham to pick her brain on the link between periods and productivity. _____ Lou | Instagram, Free Cycle Tracking Toolkit , Productivity POD Online Community AB | Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok...

210 | How to end the year with intention

Tune in for a permission slip to end the year YOUR way and use the next 6 weeks to set yourself up for a strong start to 2023. Sign up for next weeks free challenge and learn how to end the year intentionally here. _____ AB | Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok...

Halloween boycotts and marathon regret

After a successful pilot episode, shit chat is here to stay! Tune in every other Thursday for a rambly conversation to keep you entertained whilst you work. _____ AB | Website , Instagram , LinkedIn , TikTok

208 | From hobby to business, raising $40 million and juggling parenthood with Alexandra Rico-Lloyd, Bike Club

6 years ago Alexandra and her partner had an idea - what if their passion for cycling and sustainability could turn into something? Cue the start of Bike Club and them embarking on a journey of raising investment, growing a team, taking risks and juggling parenthood, all whilst keeping purpose at the centre of the business. Tune in for an honest look at the challenges and lessons behind Alexandra's success, along with an insight as to what's next, since her exit from the company earlier this yea...