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Liz Drury
Small Business, Big Network is the podcast for small business owners who want better results from their networking. I'm Liz Drury, a freelance voiceover artist who knows that if you're not working as much as you'd like, then networking could help! The show is a mix of bite sized episodes on networking basics, and interviews with business owners who are successfully using networking to grow. There are lots of inspirational stories that will encourage you to get started or to keep going on your own networking journey.
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Sense-Check Your Marketing with Roger Jackson

Sense-Check Your Marketing with Roger Jackson

Roger has run his market research business “Shopper Intelligence” for the past 15 years, servicing consumer goods companies around the world. On the back of that often difficult experience he felt that small businesses need additional support to achieve the better marketing outcomes they desperately need. That idea led to the creation of his new start up, Senseheck.com - a service where a huge panel of time served marketers offers a helpful objective second opinion on any marketing material. Crucially this is an external viewpoint; all too often we from inside our SME bubbles are in the worst place to assess our messaging and work. We are just too close to things. A Sense Check avoids the worst mistakes and helps optimise any marketing activity for a small business friendly cost.
20:1625/11/2024
Engineering, coaching and networking!

Engineering, coaching and networking!

Sairan Aqrawi is a seasoned professional with a rich background in engineering and business coaching.Not only does she excel in designing and implementing engineering solutions that meet the highest standards in the industry, she is also passionate about leadership development and has a proven track record of empowering individuals and teams through training and mentorship, fostering the next generation of leaders in the industry.  www.linkedin.com/in/sairan-aqrawi-m-sc-993bb61a3https://www.instagram.com/sairanaqrawi/?hl=en
18:4918/11/2024
Networking can get you more eyes on your website!

Networking can get you more eyes on your website!

Fiona Allman-Treen is an expert in strategic website design and online software systems to enable rapid, sustainable growth for businesses and charities. For 23 years, her web design agency has delivered successful website creation for a global portfolio of clients and she hosts a monthly Mastermind group for women business owners in her region, giving them a safe, confidential space to come together and share their challenges and celebrations.She is also an Amazon #1 bestselling author with her book Website Mastery for Business Owners who Don't Speak Tech.EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://www.fatpromotions.co.uk PHONE: 01424 858123
23:2411/11/2024
The Professional Networker! Interview with Chris Mansfield.

The Professional Networker! Interview with Chris Mansfield.

Chris Mansfield is a professional networker!After over 20 years of networking in and around Sussex and London, and having struggled through lockdown, Chris decided to start afresh with a business that utilises what he's good at, which is connecting businesses to the right kind of people, whether that be new customers or strategic alliances. He is retained by a variety of top quality businesses who use him as an extension to their sales team and overall business development model.https://www.fusion-business.co.ukhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-mansfield-fusion/
22:1104/11/2024
SEO with Senthil and exchanging skills

SEO with Senthil and exchanging skills

Senthilkumar is the founder of SEO with Senthil. Using his 5 Step 'Jumpstart Your SEO' system, Senthil ranked for 100s of keywords on Google Page 1 and made over $1 million in revenue across his printing business and art studio business which he has now sold. He is passionate about impactful SEO education that brings results and is accessible to all business owners. Through SEO With Senthil, he wants to help founders go from “clueless about SEO” to ranking on Google Page 1 using the same system that he has used for his own businesses.Website: https://www.seowithsenthil.com/ - Senthil's 5 Step SEO Checklist can be found here. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/senthilkumar-subramanian-ba02a783/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/senthil.kumar.96387/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seowithsenthilTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@senthilkumar46740
22:0628/10/2024
Ask the right questions to get your networking message right

Ask the right questions to get your networking message right

Veronica Di Polo is a Marketing & Messaging Expert with over 15 years of experience. She empowers busy service-based women entrepreneurs by crafting clear messaging that attracts ideal clients, and building effective marketing strategies that fit their schedules. Veronica's passion lies in helping women overcome time management hurdles and achieve business growth. She also hosts the Branding Momentum Podcast, which delivers bite-sized, actionable marketing advice in a format that fits even the busiest entrepreneur's schedule.Check out her free resource at www.FromWordsToClients.comLinks: IG: @veronicadipolo @brandingmomentum YT: @veronicadipoloBranding Momentum Podcastwww.veronicadipolo.com
25:3921/10/2024
Podcasts help grow your network!

Podcasts help grow your network!

Philip Wride is an entrepreneur based in the UAE. His current focus is on helping female coaches and course creators overcome the tech headache so they can save time, earn more and serve their clients better.In 2020 Philip broke his neck playing rugby, but amazingly has made a complete recovery without surgery!He is the author of two books, one is for parents on online safety and helping kids to learn maths online through games, and the second is about the 12 chains that stop us moving forward in life. Find an audio summary of the second book at www.3lifesecrets.com
29:1114/10/2024
Networking to find work in the media

Networking to find work in the media

Louise Chandler is an award winning marketing and communications specialist with over 20 years’ experience working in the media, marketing, and PR industry with names like the BBC and Superdrug. Working to influence organisations, charities, entrepreneurs and businesses with a dedicated passion to make a positive difference. For Louise it’s all about creating stories of success and sharing messages about achievements.  https://soundbitemedia.co.uk/Self-employed stories:  Follow Louise's journey as she shares honest perspectives and tips on boss gal life as a media communications specialist  https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7156970726275600384/ The PR and marketing toolkits  https://soundbitemedia.co.uk/toolkits/
27:0307/10/2024
Networking and Motivational Intelligence

Networking and Motivational Intelligence

James Fleming is the co-founder and CEO of The Power Within Training entities, specialising in unlocking leadership potential through Motivational Intelligence. Leveraging MQ, coaching, NLP, and engineering expertise, James develops leadership, management and employee engagement programs that promote trusting and innovative environments thriving with diversity.When James returned to his native Scotland after several years living overseas he needed to build his network to get his business off the ground. https://www.thepowerwithintraining.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesflemingtpwtd/
26:0630/09/2024
Networking helped my business change direction

Networking helped my business change direction

Karen Davies is a graphic designer, branding expert, and online course coach, helping business owners to create new revenue streams with online courses.When she was moving her business into the field of course creation, networking really helped her get her new offering established.Sign up to Karen's free'Digital Creators' Hub through her website:www.pink-lemondigital.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/karendaviesco/
28:5423/09/2024
From not taking it seriously to being strategic

From not taking it seriously to being strategic

Helen Tuddenham is an executive coach and leadership development consultant, who works with experienced professionals to help them untangle the complexities of leadership. She supports them to figure out what’s holding them back and eliminate those sticking points. As a result, they gain fresh perspectives on who they are and how they lead, and an ability to take on new challenges and thrive in their career. Prior to setting up her own business, Helen was a Director of the People and Culture Risk team at PwC UK, advising finance, internal audit, and compliance teams on improving capability and culture. She is also a non-Exec Director and chartered accountant.Linkshttps://www.helentuddenhamconsulting.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/helentuddenham/
20:0916/09/2024
Never mind referrals, what you need is introductions!

Never mind referrals, what you need is introductions!

With over two decades in sales and a pioneering spirit in B2B networking, Donnie has transformed his experiences into Success Champion Networking (SCN). Here, he empowers professionals to build influential networks and businesses based on genuine connections and community support.SCN isn’t just about networking; it's a hub for entrepreneurial growth and success, focussing on:- B2B Networking Strategies- Community Building- Business Support and Coaching- Networking Event CoordinationDiscover more at https://successchampionnetworking.com/or book a chat with Donnie at https://calendly.com/successchampion/60-minutes-with-donnie-boivin-ceo-success-champion
25:2709/09/2024
Staying out of your emotional overdraft

Staying out of your emotional overdraft

Andy Brown is a speaker, coach, and author of 'The Emotional Overdraft'. He wrote his book after hundreds of conversations with leaders, entrepreneurs and founders – all of which pointed to the fact that every single one of them was – to some extent or another - subsidising their business success at the cost of their own physical or mental wellbeing (what he calls their ‘emotional overdraft’). Andy feels that by networking you can build your own personal business board around you, which will help reduce some of the stresses of entrepreneurship, and keep you out of the emotional overdraft. Buy the book in the US - https://www.amazon.com/Emotional-Overdraft-balancing-business-wellbeing/dp/1788605136/Buy the book in the UK - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Emotional-Overdraft-balancing-business-wellbeing/dp/1788605136/Complete the free Emotional Overdraft Self-Assessment - https://emotionaloverdraft.com/self-assesment/Connect with Andy - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andybrownprofile/ (his main social channel where he produces lots of content)Follow Emotional Overdraft on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/andybrownauthor/Get all the latest Emotional Overdraft articles - https://emotionaloverdraft.com/
28:5002/09/2024
From feeling anxious at networking to making friends

From feeling anxious at networking to making friends

Sophie Kirk is on a mission to revolutionise the way we perceive and approach mental health. Her dedication stems not only from a deep passion for helping people but also from her extensive experience in assessing, treating, and genuinely improving the lives of individuals grappling with mental health conditions. Her journey began in private practice, where she honed her skills. Over the years, she transitioned to preventative programs, working with businesses and schools through Melp Co to instigate positive change. And developing the Melp App in recent years, harnessing ‘tech for good’ and moving forward through tech to create accessible and affordable tech based solutions. Sophie is passionate about harnessing tech and AI as a solution for the global mental health challenges faced, understanding that driving forward in this way will enable Melp Co to have a huge impact on the world.Links – Website, https://melp.org.ukMelp app (Google Play Store), https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.melp.findingyoursolution&gl=GBMelp App (Apple App Store), https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/melp/id6444534703Linked In, www.linkedin.com/in/sophiekirk-holisticInstagram, @sophie_melpco
25:2526/08/2024
Leave people with something they didn't have before

Leave people with something they didn't have before

Neil’s aim in life is to “Inspire before he Expires”. Neil is an international Business and Personal Development Speaker, Business Transformational Consultant, Trainer, Mentor & BNI Managing Area Director. He also runs an expert Marketing Mailing Service known as “Stuff the Rest”.Neil's mantra is that you should leave the people you meet with something they didn't have before you met them - even if that's just a smile.www.neilgiller.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/lord-neil-giller-radiator/Message Neil via Linked In, Call 07985 346982 or email: [email protected]
24:3319/08/2024
From sailing the seas to navigating networking!

From sailing the seas to navigating networking!

Vicki Allen's journey has been an exciting mix of live broadcast, windsurfing waves, and now, conquering the digital seas as a Social Media Manager and Consultant at Ashore VA.For ten years, Vicki thrived in the fast-paced world of television production, as Director and Vision Mixer on a live sports programme. But her adventurous spirit craved a change. Enter certified watersports instructor Vicki, teaching in the UK and Abu Dhabi! This experience honed her leadership skills and ability to adapt to new environments.Land eventually called, and Vicki joined the Exe Sailing Club, transforming from Club Professional to Club Manager. Over eight years, she grew the club's community engagement and programmes, proving her dedication to fostering connections.Never one to shy away from a challenge, Vicki charted a new course in 2022, founding Ashore VA. Since then, she's become a social media whiz, managing projects for clients from many industries. Her passion translates to results – increased visibility and engagement for her clients.Website https://ashore-va.co.uk/LinkedIn Personal https://www.linkedin.com/in/vicki-allen-social-media-manager/LinkedIn Business https://www.linkedin.com/company/ashore-va/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Vicki.Ashore/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ashore_va/
20:1512/08/2024
Franchising, Networking and LinkedIn Local

Franchising, Networking and LinkedIn Local

A Qualified Franchise Professional with the British Franchise Association, Rebecca Newenham is a business owner, mentor, franchise consultant and flexible working champion. After a successful career in corporate buying, she founded award-winning outsourcing agency Get Ahead in 2010 and welcomed her first franchisee in 2017. Rebecca helps other businesses realise the benefits of franchising as a consultant with Ashtons Franchise Consulting. She is author of Virtually Yours, a guide to finding flexible work through franchising. Rebecca also hosts a monthly networking group - LinkedIn Local Guildford and absolutely loves connecting business owners.https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccanewenham/
21:5205/08/2024
The Vivid Business Club

The Vivid Business Club

Claire Hill is a self belief and businesses mentor, as well as the founder of The Vivid Business Club, a membership dedicated to supporting and uplifting business owners. She is also the host of the No Rest for the Vivid podcast.She's planning to start a new network in the Kent and Medway area which will be based more on making friends than doing business.https://www.clairehill.ukhttps://www.clairehill.uk/podcast
26:0629/07/2024
Brand Photography and Networking

Brand Photography and Networking

Flee Chavasse is the owner of Parker and Boots photography. She loves creating brand photography for business owners, as well as teaching children about photography, and being an NLP practitioner!Flee says she came to networking late but is glad she discovered it.www.parkaandbootsphotography.com  www.linkedin.com/in/feliciachavasse  https://calendly.com/fleephotography/photography-and-chats  https://www.instagram.com/parka_and_boots_photography  https://www.facebook.com/ParkaandBootsPhotography  Profile: I have been passionate about photography since my university days, spending many hours in the darkroom! I am now very much a digital photographer! I enjoy my shoots and clients greatly and also my students; teaching people how to use their DSLR cameras, coaxing them off “auto” and onto “manual”. Stretching their creative capabilities!My USP is essential 'Personal Brand Photography', helping business leaders/owners and entrepreneurs to share their stories through the medium of digital imagery. My style is natural in its posing and lighting and lighthearted, not heavy - a softer look to your business.Whilst I specialise in working with professionals from the Garden Design, food, health and well-being industries, I have been fortunate to have worked with people from a wide variety of commercial backgrounds, helping them to grow their businesses through a strengthened connection with their audience.This episode is kindly sponsored by ONLE - the network for people who like people! They are generously offering my listeners a free visit.Find a suitable meeting at theonle.network/meeting-calendar and use the discount code: SBBNONLE
24:2522/07/2024
Networking whilst walking and talking

Networking whilst walking and talking

John Wilson is the Founder of Honest Video, a full-funnel video marketing agency for corporate clients. Honest specialise in beautiful corporate videos and work with the likes of AQA, Bauer Media, Thomson Reuters, Roche, and Asahi. Recently, John co-founded Xplnr which produces animated explainer videos with fixed fees, streamlined processes, and a proven script model. Founded on delivering hundreds of videos for global companies.John is also the founder of the walk-and-talk community which is a series of events for founders in Surrey, London, and the South East that brings founders together in an informal countryside setting. https://honest.video/https://www.xplnr.video/https://walkandtalk.community/ Sign up link for the walk-and-talk communityThis episode is kindly sponsored by Yeseo.SEO is BORING - but only when you're doing it wrong! Visit https://www.yeseo.io for a free consultation.
26:5315/07/2024
Networking without realising it!

Networking without realising it!

Kelly Drewett is the founder of Kaydee Website and SEO Agency.Kelly started her business at the tender age of 19 and has been running it for almost 25 years!She now lives in France but networks with people back in the UK through online meetings which she loves. As well as helping businesses with their websites and SEO Kelly also trains people do be able to do some of the work themselves. Have a look at the Web Untamed website for more info.www.webuntamed.comwww.kaydee.netThis episode is kindly sponsored by ONLE - the network for people who like people! They are generously offering my listeners a free visit.Find a suitable meeting at theonle.network/meeting-calendar and use the discount code: SBBNONLE
21:1108/07/2024
Don't talk about business first!

Don't talk about business first!

Blake Caldwell is one of the co-founders of Brotherhood-UK, a coaching business that helps people (predominantly, but not exclusively, men) be the best they can be.Blake's background includes sport, sales and crisis intervention work for Children's Services.He's very keen on fitness and mental health, and wants to help as many people as possible to feel good about themselves and their lives.He recorded his side of this episode in his garden so you'll notice the birds in the background!www.brotherhood-uk.com
19:2901/07/2024
Network with your peers as well as other businesses

Network with your peers as well as other businesses

Nicola Auckland is a Business & Brand Photographer with a passion for the relationships formed between business owners, customer and brands. After her corporate career ended during Covid, she turned her profitable side-hustle into fully fledged wedding photography business. Whilst she loved this, she knew something wasn't quite right (and it had little to do with the number of Ed Sheeran songs she had to listen to!) In January 2023 she took the decision to pivot her business, completely cut off her numerous wedding leads and exclusively offer business and branding photography. She now offers personal branding photography to solopreneurs, branding photography to small businesses and corporate headshots to larger companies who prefer to have a photographer on-site. she also offers e-commerce product photography in a studio setting for her business customers with an online store. You can find out more by visiting her website and LinkedIn profile. https://www.nicolaaucklandphotography.co.uk/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolaaucklandphotography/This episode is kindly sponsored by Yeseo.SEO is BORING - but only when you're doing it wrong! Visit https://www.yeseo.io for a free consultation.
20:1124/06/2024
ONLE - the network for people that like people!

ONLE - the network for people that like people!

James West is the co-founder of ONLE Networking - the online business network for people who like people. He met his wife Kelly while networking and they built ONLE on the belief that most people can be trusted to network without the rules and protocols that get in the way of running a business. Based on his own experiences, James believes that the secret power of networking is to provide business owners with access to the meaningful connections that are vital to good mental health. ONLE currently has 350 members spread across 22 UK groups and two in the US - the latter helping prove that geography is no longer a limitation of networking.Experience "the business network for people who like people" by booking a complimentary visit to an ONLE networking group. Use the discount code: SBBM to claim your free £10 online meeting visit:https://theonle.network/meeting-calendar
35:1417/06/2024
Meditation, Garden Benches and Networking!

Meditation, Garden Benches and Networking!

Camilla is a Vedic Meditation expert, based in Kent, UKCamilla trained as a primary school teacher in 2000 and learnt to meditate when she was an Assistant Headteacher in an inner city London school. After meditating, she worked as a gardening teacher in the Eden Project, a chef and cooking teacher in Sydney and then returned to the UK to live in the family home, Owletts, a National Trust property. She recently left the class room and, armed with Sanskrit GCSE (grade A!) she began teaching adults - how to read and write Sanskrit (the Devanagari Script).She runs cacao ceremonies and wellbeing retreats in Kent and Gloucestershire. Meditation is still her favourite thing to teach.She trained in India in 2014 with Thom Knoles, and currently supports advanced meditators across Europe preparing for teacher training. She is Director of Herbert Baker Furniture and co-founder of Lost Crafts CIC - supporting arts and crafts and wellbeing for Neurdiverse families.She lives with her son and 2 dogs at Owletts, (a National Trust property) where her family have lived since 1783.https://www.linkedin.com/in/camilla-baker-meditation/https://www.vedicmeditationbycamilla.co.ukhttps://herbertbaker.com
35:1310/06/2024
Networking Creatively with Claire Waite Brown

Networking Creatively with Claire Waite Brown

Claire Waite Brown is the founder of the Creativity Found podcast where she interviews people about being creative in later life.She has also built the Creativity Found website to help grown-ups find their creativity by listing courses, workshops, events, books, products and subscriptions with creativity at their heart.In addition she has created a network to support and promote artistic and creative facilitators who help adults to get creative. Membership is more than just a listing on a website, and includes access to monthly online meetups to connect with likeminded creative facilitators and suppliers.www.creativityfound.co.ukApple Podcasts Creativity Found and on all other podcast platformsInstagram @creativityfoundpodcast YouTube @creativityfoundpodcastFacebook @creativityfoundpodcast and Creativity Found groupLinkedin Claire Waite Brown Pinterest @creativityfound  
22:0703/06/2024
Bentin from The Creative Collective

Bentin from The Creative Collective

Martin Whiskin and Ben Bowles (collectively known as Bentin) are the founders of The Creative Collective (TCC), an online networking group for people in creative industries.Their motto is 'collaboration not competition' and their meetings regularly attract 30+ attendees which suggests it's an approach that works!Find out more at:www.thecreativecollectivenetworking.co.ukToday's episode is kindly sponsored by Sheena Whyatt of Kapow! Sheena is a fantastic coach for small business owners who has just created an online library of fantastically useful business books which can be accessed for just £5.99 a month 😊 . Visit https://heroes.kapowme.com/superchargeclub to get your library card now.
34:5227/05/2024
Podcasting helps with Know Like Trust - just like networking

Podcasting helps with Know Like Trust - just like networking

In 2015, Debra decided to leave the corporate world and do something. Exactly what she was going to do was somewhat unclear! She decided to focus on smaller businesses and see if she could use her experience to support them. Having set up a website, she realised that she needed to get the message out which led to her joining various networking groups - a new and, initially somewhat uncomfortable, experience! As her business progressed, Debra - like so many of us - tried to find her niche. Starting her own podcast in 2018 marked a turning point in her services. Recognising the challenges and obstacles that we can face when starting a podcast, Debra now provides 3 distinct services: Podcast Start, Podcast Refresh and Podcast Connect.Find out more about Debra at www.bridgeroadconsultants.com.Learn more about the Podcast Connector and sign up as either a podcaster or a guest:https://bridgeroad.ac-page.com/Podcast-Connector-Founding-MembershipConnect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/levittdebra/Listen to Debra's original podcast, Bridging Gaps - The Business Podcast https://modusevolvere.com/podcasts/ (note this podcast has now stopped but there are many interesting interviews available)Today's episode is kindly sponsored by Sheena Whyatt of Kapow! Sheena is a fantastic coach for small business owners who has just created an online library of fantastically useful business books which can be accessed for just £5.99 a month 😊 . Visit https://heroes.kapowme.com/superchargeclub to get your library card now.
27:2020/05/2024
A German living in China and networking in Australia!

A German living in China and networking in Australia!

Anna is a Sexual Intimacy Expert and Your YOU Coach, operating from China where her focus lies in helping women who’re disappointed, disconnected and detached in their relationships accelerate their intimate connection with their partner with her INTIMACY ACCELERATION 3 Step System.She has helped 100s of women shift from desperate and frustrated to delighted and confident by integrating coaching approaches, psychological theories and NLP in all of her coaching.Additionally, she speaks, educates and writes about sexuality, intimacy, relationships, and mindset. In China, she has established herself as the go-to Mental Health Specialist for expats, and in Uganda, she volunteers as Relationship Consultant in one of the biggest refugee camps. LinksAnnaThellmann.comhttps://annathellmann.comLanding Pagehttps://intimacyacceleration.my.canva.site/LinkedInwww.linkedin.com/in/annathellmanncoachingInsight Timerhttps://insighttimer.com/AnnaThellmann
22:2813/05/2024
The Slightly Rebellious Creative Coach

The Slightly Rebellious Creative Coach

Tom Jepson is a coach for creative people who describes himself as being slightly rebellious and also quite nerdy!Tom's background is in the design industry as both an employee and a freelancer, so he understands the issues that creative business owners face.https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomjepsoncoaching/https://www.tomjepsoncreative.com
27:5506/05/2024
Go networking to build relationships not to do business

Go networking to build relationships not to do business

Branding is all about creating an emotional connection between the brand and their ideal customer. When that prospective customer encounters your brand, it should create an instant feeling. That feeling if done correctly should grow and turn that customer into a customer for life. That’s exactly what Squark Design help business owners to do – build trust, loyalty and excitement in their brand. Links: Website: https://www.squarkdesign.com/Discovery meeting: https://www.squarkdesign.com/contact/Brand power Hour Q&A - Register your interest: https://www.squarkdesign.com/brand-power-hour-qa-interest/
23:5829/04/2024
Just keep going - you never know where networking will lead

Just keep going - you never know where networking will lead

Gemma Adair is the founder of Riada Consultancy, a marketing expert who helps businesses unlock their marketing potential. With an impressive 20-year marketing journey, Gemma has worked for and with some of the world's largest tech giants, including Accenture, Microsoft, Avanade, AWS, Ricoh Europe, and K2 (Nintex). Her deep understanding of the tech industry shines through her expertise in marketing strategy, crafting multi-channel campaigns, spearheading lead generation, forging powerful partner alliances, and ensuring seamless sales alignment across regions like the UK and EMEA.Gemma is the host of the 'What's Sales and Marketing got to do with it' podcast which is on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3JVp9c8 and Spotify: https://bit.ly/46SFyrGShe is also a trustee of the Aleto foundation which exists to Identify tomorrow’s leaders irrespective of their race, gender, faith or ethnicity, and provide personalised opportunities and awards to accelerate development of those leaders for whom such support is not ordinarily available.https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemmaadair/https://riadaconsultancy.comhttps://www.aletofoundation.org.uk
24:4922/04/2024
Networking by remote from Sweden!

Networking by remote from Sweden!

Shanel Richardson is a British artist based in Sweden who creates memorable images for memorable projects through the use of illustration, animation and 3D, and she's passionate about helping companies think in creative ways when it comes to their image and marketing. Whether it's sketching out characters and ideas in a rapid sketch-session, or designing a children's book from scratch; she embraces the opportunity to collaborate and make sure the project works as a whole. After all, as she says, images are just the beginning!Email: [email protected]: https://shandwich-artist.carrd.coLinkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/shanelrichardson
23:3615/04/2024
Cultivating a great network with Jodie Newman

Cultivating a great network with Jodie Newman

The Business Allotment is run by Jodie Newman, author of Build Your Business on Ideas (published by Icon Books). From her furniture design MA at the RCA, through a decade spent in marketing, Jodie has since built her business for the last twenty-one years on the belief that great ideas grow businesses and that creativity makes you a better business owner. Just ask her about how Polo mints can make you more creative.Through networking Jodie has cultivated her own network of trusted suppliers and people she can recommend.LINKS:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodienewman/Web: https://www.thebusinessallotment.co.uk/
27:4008/04/2024
Helping creative people to network

Helping creative people to network

Barbara Gill is a specialist in marketing creative businesses and has a passion for marketing strategy and email marketing. Barbara founded Barbara Gill Marketing in 2020 with a mission to help businesses without a marketing department to take control of their marketing and reach their ideal clients and customers.Barbara is also a co-founder of the Hook Project, an agency providing workshops, networking and events for business owners around the North Essex, Suffolk area.www.barbaragillmarketing.comwww.thehook.ukInstagram - Barbara Gill MarketingInstagram - The Hook Project
21:4701/04/2024
Helping the people a few steps behind

Helping the people a few steps behind

Rayhaan is a Chartered Accountant and the founder of Sidekick, an accountancy firm specialising in providing outsourced accounting and CFO support to business owners. Focused on helping clients make more money and pay less tax, Sidekick distinguishes itself by prioritising client service above all else. This foundational philosophy ensures that every client is provided with bespoke, strategic financial support designed to meet their day to day needs as well as support their long-term business objectives.Rayhaan is also involved in the charity Global Village Education which supports education and creates opportunities for children to learn in poorer parts of the world.Links:https://www.instagram.com/rayhaanmoughal/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rayhaanmoughal/www.sidekickaccounting.co.uk
25:0325/03/2024
How good branding helps with networking

How good branding helps with networking

Matthew Hunkin is a branding expert and runs Valhalla Branding. He has found that being clear on your branding helps with your networking too.If business is a battlefield, then brand is your most powerful weapon. To be victorious, you need a clear strategy, the right weapons, and good people on your side. That is where Valhalla comes in. Matt will align your brand identity to your mission and sharpen it until it cuts through the toughest amour. That’s his favourite thing, and he's sure you’ll enjoy the adventure tooHe's been working with much-loved brands for over 30 years and learned a lot along the way. With a background in publishing, he's committed to telling the story of your business through your branding and to producing work that has an impact.He is a compulsive brand evaluator and cannot look at any branding without decoding what it says about the business. He will reveal the messages that your current branding is projecting to your customers, and if that’s not what you were aiming for, he will help you refocus it.Victorious and glorious brands start with a FREE discovery call!Free Discovery call...https://calendly.com/valhallabranding/discoveryFind out more...https://valhallabranding.comFearless Brand Review...https://calendly.com/valhallabranding/fearless-brand-reviewLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-hunkin-valhalla/This episode is sponsored by Ella Stockdale at Humanity HR. Find out more about her services at https://www.humanityhr.co.uk
30:0818/03/2024
Networking down and networking up

Networking down and networking up

Bryan Clayton isn't just another CEO; he's a visionary and a groundbreaker. As the mastermind behind GreenPal, an innovative online marketplace dubbed the "Uber for lawn care" by Entrepreneur magazine, he's revolutionizing the way homeowners connect with local lawn care pros. Boasting over 200,000 active users, GreenPal pulses with thousands of transactions daily, a testament to Bryan's knack for understanding market needs.But here's the twist: GreenPal isn’t Bryan’s first rodeo. Before this digital marvel, he birthed Peachtree Inc., transforming it into one of Tennessee's landscaping giants. Under his leadership, it soared to an impressive $10 million in annual revenue, ultimately catching the eye of Lusa Holdings which acquired it in 2013.When it comes to networking Bryan likes to network 'down' and help people that are a few steps behind him, and network 'up' to get help from people who are a little ahead.https://www.yourgreenpal.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-clayton-a96b33214https://twitter/bryanmclaytonhttps://instagram.com/bryanmclaytonhttps://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bryan_M._ClaytonThis episode is sponsored by Ella Stockdale at Humanity HR. Find out more about her services at https://www.humanityhr.co.uk
27:1011/03/2024
A supportive peer network is invaluable

A supportive peer network is invaluable

Clare Fuller has spent 30 years working as a palliative care nurse and has now set up her own business called 'Speak for me'. She helps people negotiate the tricky topic of advanced care planning, to ensure that at the end of their lives they get what they want and need as far as possible.She is also the host of the 'Conversations about advanced care planning' podcast.Clare has found that a peer network is vitally important.https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-fuller-473299129/www.speakforme.co.uk
30:2504/03/2024
It's important to network in the right places

It's important to network in the right places

Dan Knowlton and his brother Lloyd run Knowlton Marketing, an agency which specialises in 'advertainment'.Dan is on a mission to rid the world of 'crap marketing' and encourages businesses to invest in marketing that actually makes their customers feel something.Networking is something Dan feels he got wrong at first, by going to the wrong places, but now he networks at meetings around the world, and even gets invited to speak at such events.https://knowltonmarketing.co.ukhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/danielknowlton1/
22:1426/02/2024
Networking and Matchmaking!

Networking and Matchmaking!

In 2011, Rachel MacLynn took a leap of faith. Following a series of serendipitous events, she founded matchmaking agency Vida (now known as Maclynn) in London and never looked back. Rachel is a Chartered Member and Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society and holds a Master’s degree in Occupational Psychology. Her own values around integrity, delivering the highest standards, inclusion, and self-empowerment are at the core of Maclynn’s unique matchmaking model. Described by clients as calm, compassionate, warm and wise, she continues to be fully immersed in the business, working with a select number of VIP clients. In recent years, Rachel’s personal life has focused on raising her two young sons with her partner, Jamie. Rachel has also achieved her personal goals of running the New York Marathon and reaching the summit of Kilimanjaro.www.maclynninternational.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmaclynn/
30:2019/02/2024
In-person events need to be more than a social...

In-person events need to be more than a social...

Joe Gallant is a creative guy living in Kent, England with his lovely wife, Naomi, their daughter and a little dog called Kobe. He’s a keen musician and a big sports fan following various sports both English and American. His passion is helping people and organisations to find their voice online, through effective branding and custom website design. In addition to co-founding Christian Businesses in Kent and the Gourds & Pomegranates podcast, Joe’s time is mostly spent working with churches, charities and small businesses. You can find out more at begallant.uk.
27:0412/02/2024
The most controversial PT on the internet likes to network...

The most controversial PT on the internet likes to network...

Phil Tyreman is the most controversial personal trainer on the internet.Incisive and irreverent, his material makes some apoplectic with rage. However, it’s beloved by hardworking and underappreciated family men who are brave enough to engage with challenging ideas, and bold enough to put those ideas into action.He publishes a free daily email newsletter containing information to help these men build a powerful physique (even if they're busy with business), and new subscribers also get a complementary digital copy of one of Phil's books, Lift.Subscribing is easy and takes seconds. Just visit the link below, leave your details, and Phil will take care of the rest:www.philtyreman.co.uk/listWhen it comes to networking Phil says it's the best way to generate high quality leads for his business.
25:4405/02/2024
Explore new venues at networking events

Explore new venues at networking events

Ella started out in the mortgage industry in the USA, but after the financial crash of 2008, began building a career focused on helping people. As a specialist advisor for a charity, she worked with many employers facing tribunal claims, most of whom had a poor awareness of their legal duties, or how to tackle HR issues effectively. Ella wanted to find a better way - where companies could identify, and express their values, treat employees more fairly, improve communication and processes and avoid Tribunal Claims.It is clear that the world of employment has changed post covid.  People understand that they can choose not only who they work for, but how they work. Businesses must adapt to attract employees. It's no longer all about the paycheck, it's about how work fits into our lives. With Humanity HR, Ella is now focusing on supporting small businesses implement HR best practices and avoid resource draining problems. Businesses that fully understand and support their people will foster employee wellbeing, relationships built on trust, and the shared vision that achieves growth.https://www.humanityhr.co.ukThis episode is sponsored by MAGIC MIND - the daily shot that can help you with focus and concentration. Find out more at https://www.magicmind.com and until the end of January if you purchase a 3 month subscription you can get a month free if you use this link: https://www.magicmind.com/JANsbbnAND if you use the code SBBN20 you'll get another 20% off!
25:4029/01/2024
Changing Business Culture with Becky Ray

Changing Business Culture with Becky Ray

Hi – I’m Becky Ray, CEO and High Performing Cultures Consultant at Culture Kick! I’m an engineer, turned H&S Professional turned Culture Change expert and I love nothing more than bringing my experience and expertise into businesses to help enlighten them on how they can improve their culture where their people feel excited to show up to work and performance can skyrocket as a result.At Culture Kick we partner with Leaders to empower them to create High Performing Cultures. We do this through our unique High Performing Cultures framework which sits nicely within our unique Culture Kick Culture Cake. We bring this Culture Cake to life in your business with you through Training, Workshops, Coaching and Consulting.You can find me at:  www.culturekick.co.ukwww.linkedin.com/in/becky-ray-culturekickhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/culture-kick-ltdThis episode is sponsored by MAGIC MIND - the daily shot that can help you with focus and concentration. Find out more at https://www.magicmind.com and until the end of January if you purchase a 3 month subscription you can get a month free if you use this link: https://www.magicmind.com/JANsbbnAND if you use the code SBBN20 you'll get another 20% off!
24:5022/01/2024
Running a Business Network Abroad

Running a Business Network Abroad

What do you need when you move cities, countries or start a new business? You need a network. After a corporate career in 2 of the 5 largest UK banks Julie Taylor moved to The Netherlands in 2018 as a trailing spouse. Now on her second business, Buzz Business Networking a B2B network of English-speaking businesses that have monthly in person meet ups in Leiden and Rotterdam and online. Her community are likeminded, English-speaking business owners that are curious to make connections.With a background in project management, she also supports business owners with Accountability coaching to keep them on track. She also provides social media management and LinkedIn writing. Julie is Queen Bee of #TheHive that has an extensive network, if she doesn’t have the answer, someone in her network will. Social Media HandlesLinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/julietaylorbuzz/LinkedIn Page - https://www.linkedin.com/company/buzz-business-networkingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzz_networking/Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/BuzzBusinessNetworkingThis episode is sponsored by MAGIC MIND - the daily shot that can help you with productivity and concentration. Find out more at https://www.magicmind.com and until the end of January if you purchase a 3 month subscription you can get a month free if you use this link: https://www.magicmind.com/JANsbbnAND if you use the code SBBN20 you'll get another 20% off!
26:1715/01/2024
Networking got my business off the ground

Networking got my business off the ground

With over 29,000 hours of practical marketing experience, Lenny has worked in the marketing and design industry for over 18 years for several European corporate companies. The Covid pandemic presented an opportunity to move away from employed work and into the arena of self-employment. Three years later, Lenny is the founder and director of Marketing Outsource Limited, an on-demand marketing service providing marketing tools, skills and experience but without the ongoing costs and responsibilities of full-time employees.Links:Website - https://marketingoutsource.co.uk/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennywood/Calendly - https://calendly.com/marketingoutsource/1-2-1-meeting
21:5508/01/2024
Networking used to be a chore....

Networking used to be a chore....

Alison Carter is a life coach who helps people who are dealing with change in their lives - often a career change in midlife.Her background is in retail as a buyer for Selfridges and later John Lewis. When she used to network for her employer she found it something of a chore, but now she's doing it for herself she finds it inspiring and energising!https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisoncartercoaching/
24:5001/01/2024
Investing in Stocks and in Networking!

Investing in Stocks and in Networking!

Elizabeth Pearson is the founder of Simple Successful Stocks.  As a financial educator she helps women who want to understand money and get it working for them by investing, yet struggle to know where to start and who to trust.  She gives them the knowledge and confidence to invest in the stock market themselves and take charge of their financial future. Making is all simple, sparkly and sustainable!Elizabeth gives talks, runs investing taster classes and offers training to individuals and groups to become successful investors themselves.Please click HERE for a FREE guide:GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUNDS! 7 Simple and Sparkly Steps to Start Investinghttps://www.simplesuccessfulstocks.co.uk/complimentary-investing-guide/Find Elizabeth on: https://www.simplesuccessfulstocks.co.uk/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elizabeth--pearsonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplesuccessfulstocks/or by email:  [email protected]
18:3725/12/2023
Growing a Trade Exchange Through Networking

Growing a Trade Exchange Through Networking

John has spent 3 decades in the digital trade credit space beginning when it was analogue ! He has experience with household brands like Coco-cola, MLC Life, Lend Lease and Microsoft but feels most at home in the SME [ small to medium sized ] business sector. He has led sales teams and built and sold 2 eight figure businesses including a trade sale and IPO.He has been an industry leader with the International Reciprocal Trade Association since 1989 serving terms on the education and ethics committees . He was also founding president of the Australasian chapter and was recently awarded “ Legend “ status for services to the industry.John is currently CEO and founder of BBXUK recognised globally as the largest player in the sector with operations in 13 counties.He is Australian by birth and holds duel passports with the UK Interests include travel and sport and he spent 14 years on the ECB cricket umpires “ D “ list panel In addition to his many accomplishments, John is also a best-selling author. His book, "Business Blunders and Bloody Great Ideas," tells the fascinating story of why only 52% of businesses survive despite the owner's best efforts not to, while the rest fail! With his extensive experience in the digital trade credit space and his success in building and selling two eight-figure businesses, John brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his writing. His book is a must-read for anyone looking to start their own business or improve their chances of success. Through his book, John shares his insights into the common mistakes that business owners make and offers practical advice on how to avoid them. He also highlights the importance of having a great idea and the courage to pursue it, even in the face of failure. Overall, John's book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to succeed in the business world, and it is a testament to his expertise, dedication, and passion for helping others. His keynotes are always hard hitting tell it as it is as only an Aussie can and promises the audience at least one take away that can be immediately implemented into any business.https://www.nuggetstore.co.uk/products/business-blunders-and-bloody-great-ideashttps://www.linkedin.com/in/john-attridge/
21:4718/12/2023