I loved this chat with my guest, Michelle Vroom, about a topic that’s so important to so many of us when we start our own business And that’s not only maintaining a feeling of freedom in business, but actually experiencing freedom, whilst still getting clients / making money (and all the businessy things)! Michelle is a business coach who believes that we as entrepreneurs should be able to get clients whenever we want and she uses her background in marketing and PR to help small business owners ...
Dec 07, 2023•22 min•Ep. 102
I’ve been taking stock after last week’s 100th episode and thinking about everything that’s happened over my past seven years in the online business space. Join me to talk about: Why I was really mean to myself over a print run (a reason I now know didn’t matter a jot) Why as time went on, how I felt in business sort of got better but didn’t and The simple realisation that changed my approach on the spot (It’s simple, but it took ages for the penny to drop for me. Let’s make sure it doesn’t take...
Nov 30, 2023•12 min•Ep. 101
ON CRUMBLING AND RISING STRONGER Owning my view of the world for Taking It Personally’s 100th episode I'm taking the opportunity of this milestone episode of the show to share my view of the world so that you can decide if I can help you realise your business goals. Join me on the show to talk about: Why traditional approaches to business not only don’t work for everyone, there are compelling reasons why they no longer work at all What I’ve been quiet about that I now want to share (and why me d...
Nov 23, 2023•18 min•Ep. 100
Building a business is a fabulous experience and having the opportunity to do so is a privilege but, let’s get real It’s energetically and mentally draining Or it can be until you’re able to figure out your path from starting your business to achieving a level of confidence and joining the ranks of (it often feels like) everyone else in working with delightful clients and regularly reaching your income and impact goals. Join me for this episode to learn not only why you’re finding your business ...
Nov 16, 2023•12 min•Ep. 99
I know from having been in the online space for more than 7 years now that what I’m talking with you about in this episode of the podcast is the hardest part of entrepreneurship or, more specifically, of growing a business in the online space. And I don’t know anyone who hasn’t experienced it at one time or another. Join me on the show to find out: How I manage this part of the business journey for myself and What you can do to manage it for yourself too Elle xo Live into Leadership: Become your...
Nov 09, 2023•16 min•Ep. 98
Do you want to show up and share your message confidently and consistently in the online space to attract kindred soul clients and a like-hearted community? Are you ready to leverage the power of online business to create personal wealth and positively impact the world? Join me for this 2nd anniversary episode of Taking It Personally to find out why it’s NOT hiring a business coach that will help you… And let’s talk about what you need to do instead Listen on your favourite Podcast player* Elle ...
Nov 02, 2023•21 min•Ep. 97
I’m delighted to welcome my mastermind sister and friend, Rahel Ryatt, to the Taking It Personally podcast to talk about how she uses her clients’ astrological birth chart to inform and enhance her business coaching. Join us as we talk about: Why Rahel uses astrology in her business coaching programmes How this benefits her clients and helps them find their own unique business building strengths and Why using tools like astrology to help you grow your business can benefit your business building ...
Oct 26, 2023•21 min•Ep. 96
I’m delighted that Operations Consultant, Jenny Jones, joined me for this episode of Taking It Personally! Jenny helps business owners to organise and streamline their business operations so that they have a solid foundation from which to build and scale. As your business’ CEO, you know that ensuring your business runs like a well-oiled machine behind the scenes is important, both for the health of your business and the quality of the customer experience, so join us on the show as we talk about:...
Oct 19, 2023•26 min•Ep. 95
One of the things I like to do on the podcast is lay out my take on some hot topics in the online space and talk about how we can look at them through our CEO eyes, instead of potentially getting swept up in a lot of overwhelming noise and conflicting opinions. That’s why in today’s episode I’m talking about the thorny topic of Responsibility, Results and Resentment when it comes to investing in coaching, mentoring or training support or similar in your online business and the results you have, ...
Oct 12, 2023•23 min•Ep. 94
It really pains me how difficult it can feel in our online space to identify the right support to help you grow your business when you’re wondering, or worrying, if you’re falling for shiny marketing material, unable to really feel safe to invest. It’s part of my job as an Entrepreneurial Leadership Development specialist and guide to help you make decisions by looking through a CEO lens so that, in this case, you don’t waste time and energy on the indecision and worry that can come alongside ma...
Oct 05, 2023•16 min•Ep. 93
If you’re a solopreneur, you have A LOT on your plate. It’s really easy to feel Overwhelmed, As though there aren’t enough hours in the day and that There are so many things that need your attention that you can’t actually focus on any of them Does that sound familiar? Then let me help you improve your time management abilities (and tell you my exciting news!) Elle xo True Time Management for New & Experienced Solopreneurs Find out more about the brand new, self study course here https://ell...
Sep 28, 2023•13 min•Ep. 92
I almost never talk about money in my content, but I am in this episode because I want to show you how focusing on your entrepreneurial leadership development can make you money in your business. If you’re wary about falling for shiny marketing, this episode’s for you. Elle xo Are you part of our heart-led conversation? Our Heart-Led Conversation is my VIP email community. Find out via the link below why you want to be part of it! You can join here and, to welcome you, I'll send you a FREE guide...
Sep 21, 2023•17 min•Ep. 91
The last few months of the year are nearly upon us, so let’s make sure we’re on the same page about business growth, what you want to achieve by the end of 2023 and what you need to do to get there. Hint: You need to Build the Business Owner to Build the Business, that is you need to focus on your entrepreneurial leadership development and occupy the role of your business’ CEO. Join me on the show to talk about: What does being a CEO Solopreneur mean? What does it look like day to day? and What ...
Sep 14, 2023•13 min•Ep. 90
Do you feel you’ve lost some momentum in your business over the summer? Are you ready to get back on the business horse? Join me to talk about how to get back on track ASAP! Elle xo Are you part of our heart-led conversation? Our Heart-Led Conversation is my VIP email community. Find out via the link below why you want to be part of it! You can join here and, to welcome you, I'll send you a FREE guide '5 ways to stop procrastinating and take action TODAY so that you can achieve your business goa...
Sep 07, 2023•12 min•Ep. 89
I’m delighted that money mentor and wealth coach for ambitious women entrepreneurs, Katy Almstrom, joined me for this episode of the podcast to talk about a big topic that affects all of us in business - money. Katy focuses on building wealth (as opposed to just aiming for big revenue numbers) and wants us to create a sustainable money strategy, simplify our money process, and build limitless confidence in our money habits and behaviors. Join us as we talk about: The seasons of money in business...
Aug 31, 2023•34 min•Ep. 88
When feeling ‘not good enough’ stops us taking action in business, we’re reminded that our brain tells us stories to keep us safe and to stop us feeling the discomfort we might experience that our brain perceives as a threat. That’s why our brain triggers the feeling of being ‘not good enough’ But why does it trigger the feelings of being not good enough because … Why do we feel it’s because We don’t know enough We don’t earn enough We don’t have a big enough audience Or whatever the ‘because’ i...
Aug 24, 2023•18 min•Ep. 87
I am beyond delighted that Racial Equity Coach for online entrepreneurs and creator of the programme Represented, Annie Gichuru, joined me for this special episode of Taking It Personally to talk about the importance of building an intentionally inclusive business. I know first-hand through being part of one of the cohorts of the Represented programme the open-hearted and generous way Annie educates and holds space for entrepreneurs who want to commit to inclusivity and who want to see a raciall...
Aug 17, 2023•45 min•Ep. 86
In this episode, I’m talking about something I see A LOT when people start their own business, particularly if they come from a regular 9-5 / corporate background And that’s the feeling or belief that there MUST be a direct link between hard work and ‘success’ and that, therefore, working harder MUST be necessary to achieve more. The bottom line is that, the way we’ve been conditioned to think about work in western society doesn’t help us easily transition to entrepreneurship and particularly no...
Aug 10, 2023•15 min•Ep. 85
I feel an uplevel coming on So I wanted to ask if you’ll come with me. Will you fully embrace the Business IS Personal: You need to Build the Business Owner to Build the Business philosophy? I appreciate you and your desire to grow your own heart-led, impact driven business so very much. Join me on the show and let’s talk about it. Elle xo Are you part of our heart-led conversation? Our Heart-Led Conversation is my VIP email community. Find out via the link below why you want to be part of it! Y...
Aug 03, 2023•12 min•Ep. 84
If you’ve heard anything from me before and know that I say Business IS Personal, you need to Build the Business Owner to Build the Business and thought: ‘Yeah, cute, but first I need to…’ Just make money See that this is working Get more engagement on my posts Grow my email list Or similar In today’s episode of Taking It Personally, you’ll hear that you’re right, all the ‘external’ work involved in growing a business is important It’s crucial. But you’ll also hear about my experience starting m...
Jul 27, 2023•14 min•Ep. 83
I’m SO excited to bring you this special episode of Taking It Personally about how social expectations have shaped us and how this shows up when we transition from education or employment to entrepreneurship. I was joined for the episode by Dr Dina Wittfoth, psychologist and life coach for Brainy Misfits, which is the term she uses for people who have a considerably higher than average IQ and who have found they’ve had to modify who they are, or mould their behaviour, to fit in with societal exp...
Jul 20, 2023•27 min•Ep. 82
Are you considering investing in support in your business? How do you know what to choose? One to one coaching? A group programme? A Mastermind, Membership or something else entirely? Or do you even need to invest in support at all right now? You don’t have time or money to waste so, if you’re overwhelmed by all the options, scared of making the ‘wrong’ choice or are worried that you might be ‘falling for’ someone’s marketing hype, I’ve got your back. Join me on today’s episode of Taking It Pers...
Jul 13, 2023•25 min•Ep. 81
There's genuinely no question in my mind that doing mindset work is important as a business owner. That’s why this week on the Podcast, I want to talk with you about three mindset myths or criticisms that might be affecting the way you think about mindset work and its usefulness for your business. Myth/Criticism #1 Mindset work tells you what to think Myth/Criticism #2 Mindset work is an airy-fairy nice to do activity that I don’t have time for Myth/Criticism #3 Mindset work is all about thinkin...
Jul 06, 2023•15 min•Ep. 80
I started my first business in the online space in 2016. I was full of enthusiasm, excited and a little nervous. I knew there would be a big learning curve, BUT I was not prepared for the personal growth path I’d started to walk by starting my own business. The personal growth path that I now believe is one of the very best parts of starting a business. It’s my ongoing desire to save you some time and hassle where I can so, to that end, this episode of Taking It Personally is all about what I wi...
Jun 29, 2023•16 min•Ep. 79
No matter who you are, or how successful you become, one thing will always be true: Life happens And when it does, it’s very easy, especially as a solopreneur, to have your business bear the brunt of the upheaval. You can’t be everywhere and all things to all people, but how do you keep your business ticking over, or even on track, as a solopreneur when life demands to take centre stage? Let’s talk about it on the podcast. Elle xo Are you part of our heart-led conversation? Our Heart-Led Convers...
Jun 22, 2023•16 min•Ep. 78
What do you want from your business? Perhaps you’ve asked yourself this at least 5,4232,695 times But, as we approach the middle of the year (Sidenote: Um, how did that happen?) It’s the perfect time to ask yourself again. In fact, it’s an important question to keep coming back to regularly and I’m talking about WHY in this episode of Taking It Personally. What do you want from your business (and what are you prepared to do to get it?) Elle xo Are you part of our heart-led conversation? Our Hear...
Jun 15, 2023•13 min•Ep. 77
This episode is a goodie (even if I do say so myself *wink*) because it’s all about thinking like an entrepreneur It’s a key part of Build the Business Owner who Builds the Business. What does thinking like an entrepreneur mean? What does it not mean? Why is it important? and What will the mindset shift to thinking like an entrepreneur help you do? If you want to build a business, then this episode’s for you. Elle xo Are you part of our heart-led conversation? Our Heart-Led Conversation is my VI...
Jun 08, 2023•12 min•Ep. 76
Happy June! Let’s talk about how to dial down the pressure in business so that you can free up your energy for taking action, enjoying some summer fun or both! (And if it’s not summer where you are, the message is still the same - it’s time to take this off your plate.) Elle xo Are you part of our heart-led conversation? Our Heart-Led Conversation is my VIP email community. Find out via the link below why you want to be part of it! You can join here and, to welcome you, I'll send you a FREE guid...
Jun 01, 2023•12 min•Ep. 75
I’m delighted that Wellness Coach, Rebecca Hall, joined me for today’s episode of Taking It Personally to share her expertise and perspective on the relationship between how you take care of your own wellbeing and the success of your business. Rebecca favours a consistent, individual approach , so join our discussion on: How do we work out what works for us individually ? What this looks like in practice and how to stay consistent What does it mean (and not mean) to ‘put yourself first’ The impo...
May 25, 2023•27 min•Ep. 74
Being or feeling supported in your business doesn’t have to involve hiring the services of a coach or mentor although, of course, doing so can be a valuable experience. In this week’s episode of Taking It Personally we’re talking about doing a “support stock take” so that you can really see all the ways you are, and can be, supported and if there are any gaps you want to fill so that you can focus on achieving your heart-led, impact driven goals. Elle xo Are you part of our heart-led conversatio...
May 18, 2023•13 min•Ep. 73
