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The Buyer to Badass Podcast71. 5 unexpected but BIG tips for success when starting your own business.In today’s episode, I’m celebrating 2 years and 3 months since leaving my full-time career and going all in on my business. It’s crazy how fast time has flown! I thought I’d share 5 lessons I’ve learned along the way—lessons that weren’t really on my radar when I first started this entrepreneurial journey, but that have turned out to be game-changers.From dealing with the mindset challenges of working for yourself, to learning how to balance personal and professional life (especially with a baby on the way!), these lessons have shaped how I approach my bu...2025-05-2629 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast70. How I Transformed My Business After My Quietest Months EverHow I went from having my quietest months ever to suddenly feeling so busy that I’m already booked up for months in advance, talk about a turnaround!I’ll take you through the ups and downs I’ve faced over the past few months, starting with a tough January and February where it seemed like everything was against me. From client cancellations to no new leads, it was a challenging time. But I didn’t just sit back and wait for things to magically turn around. I pulled out my good old outreach lists, leaned on the Law...2025-05-0628 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast69. What happens when things go wrong with clients in your business & how to regain your confidence.In today’s episode, I’m diving into something I know we’ve all faced in business, losing confidence when things go wrong. Whether it’s a client situation that doesn’t go as planned, or a string of difficult moments that make you doubt your abilities, I’ve been there. And I want to share how I got through it, and what you can do if you’re feeling the same.I’m talking about two tough client experiences I had last year—one where expectations were sky-high and I couldn’t deliver, and the other where the client was...2025-04-2833 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast68. I'm back! This is what happens when business isn't your main focus in life. Life updates & nightmare clients.I’m back! It’s been a minute, and I’ve got so much to catch you up on. Life threw me some curveballs over the past few months - clients, personal stuff, and, of course, my usual entrepreneurial hustle. Let’s just say my business wasn’t always my main focus… and I’m here to share how I navigated that.In this episode, I’m opening up about why I dropped the ball on the podcast and what happened when I let perfectionism take over. You’ll hear about the tough client situations that almost made me lose my sp...2025-04-2130 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast67. Start before you're ready + my biggest mistake in businessI made a big mistake in my business, probably the biggest since I launched. I've been paying the price for the last 3 months, but if I had just started before I was ready I would have avoided it all. Here's why you should do the same. Plus massive personal and work updates that I am so excited to share with you! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories an...2024-08-1230 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast66. Your vibe attracts your tribe + the reality of being freelance and running your own business in DubaiWe had a big manifestation come to light this week, one that I'd almost forgotten about! So I'm taking the time to be grateful for how far I've come since starting my business 18 months ago. And this made me think how it's only happened because of those I am surrounded with - the infectious energy and support. Your vibe really does attract your tribe and here's why.... Check out Brow Balance:IG: @browbalance.ae Join the waitlist: https://brow-balance.com/pages/newsletterConnect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base...2024-07-2221 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast65. More people than ever are starting their own businesses, so why aren't you? Plus reset & Dubai summer update!More people than ever are starting their own businesses right now, but people often say "the market is saturated so why would they work with me" and this stops them from taking action and starting something... Don't be that person! Here are 3 ways to stand out in a crowded market and make people want to work with YOU! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! He...2024-07-1731 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast64. Reset with me after hitting burnout.. Realistic morning routines, work, self care and saying no.So it happened.. a month of working 13 hours, 6 days a week finally caught up with me. I knew I was heading for burnout but to be honest, I thought I had another few weeks in me to push before I got here. But no, here we are! Reset with me to get back on track - realistic morning routines, meditation, meal prep, fitness and self care. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Sh...2024-07-0832 min

Experience Literature in a Whole New Way With Our Free AudiobookAfter You Were Gone Audiobook by Vikki WakefieldListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 791631 Title: After You Were Gone Author: Vikki Wakefield Narrator: Emma Leonard Format: Unabridged Length: 9:21:50 Language: English Release date: 07-04-24 Publisher: W.F. Howes Genres: Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Suspense Summary: What happens to a family when a child goes missing? In a busy street market, Abbie lets go of six-year-old Sarah's hand. She isn't a bad mother, just exhausted. But when she turns around, her daughter is gone. Six years on, Abbie is in love and getting married. But her fragile peace is constantly threatened: not knowing what...2024-07-049h 21

The Buyer to Badass Podcast63. The freelance dream is a lie: This is what it's really like when you go self-employedWelcome back to the Buyer to Badass podcast! Now I was tempted to not record this episode at all because I didn't want it to come across negatively. If you told me 2 years ago what I'd be doing right now, I would have SOLD MY SOUL for this life! I am so grateful to be where I am right now, and always remembers - pressure is a privilege. BUT that doesn't mean it's all flowers and roses. I had this vision of what freelance life would be like, and I saw a lot of other self-employed business o...2024-06-2434 min

Embrace An Soul-Stirring Full Audiobook And Elevate Your Mindset.101 Great American Poems by The American Poetry & Literacy ProjectPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/794584to listen full audiobooks. Title: 101 Great American Poems Author: The American Poetry & Literacy Project Narrator: Samuel Casey Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 3 hours 43 minutes Release date: June 23, 2024 Genres: Poetry Publisher's Summary: '101 Great American Poems' is a thoughtfully curated anthology that brings together a diverse collection of classic American poetry. Spanning over two centuries, the book features works from some of the nation's most celebrated poets, including Edgar Allan Poe, Emily Dickinson, Walt Whitman, Robert Frost, and Langston Hughes. Each poem has been carefully selected to represent the richness and variety of American poetic expression...2024-06-233h 43

The Buyer to Badass Podcast62. I'm having the best month I've ever had in my business & here's how I did it (it's not what you'd think!)Hey! So last month I was travelling and had one of my lowest months revenue wise in my business, but I recovered quickly and in 2 weeks I've turned it round and have just hit my HIGHEST ever revenue! I'm as surprised as you to be honest, but when I actually look at it there's a number of things I did to make this happen. So if you're struggling to make sales in your business, or if you're thinking of starting your own biz but don't know how you will make sales... here's my magic formula (and it's n...2024-06-1727 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast61. I'm launching my second business in 6 weeks and I"M SCARED! Here's 5 steps to overcome fear and get it done.Hello and welcome back! It was my first week back in my usual Dubai routine last week and it was super busy. My brand, Brow Balance also launches in 6 weeks time - so the pressure is on! We've been working on Brow Balance for 2 years now, and I've been so chilled during the whole process but now we're a matter of weeks out - I'm freaking out! So why am I feeling so scared when I've already launched a brand? Surely this should be easy, right?! RIGHT?! Well here's why and here's exactly what you ne...2024-06-1031 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast60. Reset with me in Dubai after travelling for a month & Books that changed my life part 2Hello from Dubai! After a month of moaning about the cold in the UK, I am not definitely going to spend the next 4 months moaning about the heat in Dubai! It is so nice to be back, but boy is it hard to get back into my routine after a month away! You also loved Episode 1 of Books that Changed my Life a few weeks ago, so here's my final 4 books that are absolute game changers! 1. Working Hard, Hardly Work by Grace Beverley 2. Get Rich Lucky Bitch by Denise Duffield Thomas3. How...2024-06-0329 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast59. Why the remote working dream is a lie, tips when working abroad & the biggest differences between the UK and DubaiWelcome back... from the UK! I am in the UK for the whole month of May, and I was so naive to think I could run my business as I usually do, but abroad. How wrong I was! The dream of working remotely from a beach in Thailand is officially a lie guys and here's why! Plus my top tips for working remotely properly. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to yo...2024-05-2736 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast58. From Buyer to Career Coach: Navigating uncertainty, fear and how to transfer your skills as a Buyer to something new with Levanah GatesWelcome back to the Buyer to Badass podcast where we continue to explore the journeys of individuals who have taken the leap from the corporate world to something new. In this episode, Abbie and Levanah chat about the highs and lows of transitioning from a corporate buying role to entrepreneurship. Levanah shares her remarkable journey of self-discovery, from questioning the status quo to rewriting her own story. With over 13 years of experience in the fast-paced world of fashion buying in the UK, Levnnah knows firsthand the challenges buyers face and the burning desire for something more.2024-05-1351 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast57. How the hell do you know what to charge as a freelancer?! How to price your services and actually stand by these prices.We're talking money! This is a big one when running your own business, and pricing can make or break your business. You don't want to price yourself out of the market, but you also need to know your worth. Here's exactly how to come up with the perfect price for your services or product.Erm okay this sounds great, but now what do I do when clients try and negotiate me down? Yes, this happens a lot and I cover exactly what to do in this situation too! Plus some cheeky affirmations at the end, l...2024-05-0638 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast56. Book Recommendations Part 1: These books changed my life and they're going to change yours too!In this episode I'm talking all things BOOKS! But if you're not into reading, this is still for you! I've listened to most of these on audible or via podcasts, so don't worry if you've got no time to sit and read. But RT now guys, these books literally changed my life. "The Chimp Paradox" by Professor Steve Peters"Free Range Human" by Marianne Cantwell"Atomic Habits" by James Clear"Miracle Morning" by Hal Elrod"The Magic" by Rhonda Byrne"Positively Wealthy" by Emma MumfordC...2024-04-2935 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast55. My tried and tested method to find clients & keep them as a freelancer (and Dubai flood drama update!)Welcome back to another episode of the Buyer to Badass podcast, and before we go into the actual topic I give an update of the DRAMA of the Dubai weather this week! It's been a wild time. We then talk about how to find clients as a freelancer to bring into your business. This is usually one of the biggest roadblocks of someone starting their own business because of the fear of how to bring in customers. But fear not, here are my top 5 tried and tested methods of bringing in new business, and then how to k...2024-04-2245 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast54. Do you really have what it takes to launch a brand? Here's what you actually need to prepare yourself for!Welcome to The Buyer to Badass Podcast! In today's episode, we're diving deep into what it takes to launch a brand. From the initial idea to navigating the complexities of production and marketing, I give you the real lowdown. Finding your PathBranding EssentialsSupplier challenges Legalities and LogisticsLaunching your brand Navigating FeedbackThe Reality of it all! So just remember that launching a brand is a massive undertaking requiring dedication, resilience and strategic thinking. But if others can do it, why can't you? Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsS...2024-04-1537 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast53. Life after leaving corporate with Cait Anderson: Staying motivated and what really happens when you start your own businessWe're delving deep into the crazy world of entrepreneurship with our guest, Cait. Here's a sneak peek at what went down:Meet Cait, a digital advertising pro who made the daring leap from corporate life to entrepreneurship.Corporate to Entrepreneurship: Cait shares the pivotal moments that led her to leave the security of a corporate job and pursue her entrepreneurial dreams.Cultural Shifts: We explore the differences between the UK and Dubai, and how Cait navigated these cultural nuances in her professional journey.Overcoming Challenges: From dealing with client ghosting to staying...2024-04-0843 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast52. Why is being consistent so hard?! This is the easy way to actually get things doneWe are celebrating our 52nd episode aka 1 year of the Buyer to Badass podcast this week! What a momentous occasion, but how did I manage to stay consistent, recording an episode every single week (almost!) for a year?! Well here's how it's done...Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*Hello and welcome t...2024-03-2528 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast51. Work-Life Balance when running your own business: How to balance your relationshipsSo what do you do when your business is your baby? There isn't enough time in the day for yourself, your partner, your family or your friends. Well this can't last forever, so here's how I manage working 6.5 days a week and have a life.Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*Hello and welcome t...2024-03-1830 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast50. It all went wrong! What to do when unexpected things happen in your business, raw emotion & a guest pep talk that you need to hear todaySo it all went wrong this week. Something very unexpected happened in my business and it threw me! I went straight into panic mode. In this episode, spend the week with me as we experience the emotions and the outcome together.Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*Hello and welcome to the Buyer to...2024-03-1122 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast49. Living like your future self, delegating my life & it's ok if it's not your soft girl eraWe are essentially cash machines - we make deposits and withdrawals. Withdrawals are inevitable, but it's the deposits that help us in the future. So how can we take action today to live like our future selves? Plus a very exciting personal update.. we had a baby! Well a fur baby. And how I'm on a mission to delegate as much of my life as possible, is this the right thing to do?! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Ap...2024-03-0430 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast48. How cycling syncing will change your life & what to do if it's time for a career changeSide note, but cycle syncing is a game changer. I've educated myself on my cycle and how to plan and organise my life around it. I did it for the first time this week and it's already changed my life. I talk through exactly what it means, and how you can implement it easily into your life.Then onto the tough stuff.. are you ready for a career change? Is it time to switch industries? Too often as Buyers we think we can't move to another industry, but here's a load of easy moves you can make...2024-02-2632 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast47. Why do some brands make it & others don't? 50% of brands fail in 5 years: Here's how to make sure yours doesn't!The statistics are pretty gruesome... 20% of brands fail within the first year, 50% within the first 5 years and 80% within the first 20 years. So how the hell does anyone create a successful business?! Here's the main reason why brands fail, and how to make sure yours doesn't.Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*Hello a...2024-02-1926 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast46. Lessons from my therapist: Why did no one tell us this stuff before?! Your toolbox for handling life!I've been having life coaching sessions for the last 3 months and they have been a game changer. Our focus was around entrepreneurship and running a business but we have gone down the rabbit hole and I have learnt so much! We covered dealing with imposter syndrome, how to believe in yourself, how to stop limiting beliefs and catastraphizing your thoughts and how to release your money mindset blocks.Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support t...2024-02-1234 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast45. Simple strategies for improving your fitness & why it will benefit every area of your life with Ben Mitchem FitnessThis episode is the only motivation you need to listen to today.. Meet Ben Mitchem, PT and Online Coach. He talks us through how fitness will benefit every area of your life and business, simple strategies for implementing a routine that actually works for you. What we should be eating, and how long we should be sleeping.Plus he talks us through his move from the corporate 9-5 world to business owner. Chat with Ben:@ben.mitch.fitConnect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSu...2024-02-051h 04

The Buyer to Badass Podcast44. Living & Working in Dubai: Expectations vs Reality! How to find a job & how much does it costI've lived in Dubai now for 3 years with my partner. I've gone from employment to setting up my own business In Dubai. It's the question I get asked the most.. what is it actually like living and working in Dubai?! Here's my honest review of everything Dubai related from what your week will look like working in an office, to how much it costs to live here, what salary you should expect and how to meet people. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, ra...2024-01-2955 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast43. I quit my job a year ago to start my business.. here's my true verdict on being self employedSo I've been running Base Brands for a whole year now! It has flown by, but it's been a wild year. There's been ups and lows, but here are my top 10 biggest lessons and tips from the last year. If you're thinking of leaving your 9-5 to start your own thing, or if you're already doing it, I hope these tips help! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG st...2024-01-2237 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast42. 8 steps to leave your 9-5 job in 2024 and become self employed, freelance or start your own businessI took the leap and quit my 9-5 job after 11 years building my career in this industry to start my own business a year ago. Here's what you need to do to be able to quit your 9-5 safely and build your business.Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*Hello and welcome t...2024-01-1530 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast41. Reset for 2024, Part 2: 5 Step Goal Setting Toolkit. What everyone is doing wrong when setting goalsIn part 1 we focused on reflecting on 2023, your wheel of life and resetting your environment to set the foundations for a great 2024. In this episode it's all about 2024 and setting goals to make it your best year ever! But this system is a little different, and it's guaranteed to lead to success. Here's your 5 step toolkit to work out what you want, create goals, and set a system in place to actually achieve them. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and...2024-01-0830 min $It\'s A Lot with Abbie Chatfield$ It's A Lot with Abbie ChatfieldNMF WITH JESSIE HUGHES: "I'M NOT A MISOGYNIST!""Have you studied Freud?" is one question he asks on a date after cutting her off, talking over her and lunging over the table to try and kiss her (nonconsentually). We love an odd man but did that guy go too far? LINKS Visit Jessie Hughes' website https://jessiehughes.com.au/ Email your own voice memos for your Episode Feedback or Nightmare Fuel to hello@itsalotpodcast.com Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/ial-review CREDITS Host: Abbie Chatfield @abbiechatfield Guest: Jessie Hughes @jessiejessiehughesExecutive Producer: Lem Zakharia @lemza...2023-12-2825 min $It\'s A Lot with Abbie Chatfield$ It's A Lot with Abbie ChatfieldJESSIE HUGHES: WTF Is AI?WTF is AI? Will it be taking over our jobs? What's deep fake porn and should we be scared? Artist, technologist and screenwriter Jessie Hughes knows her sh*t. LINKS Visit Jessie Hughes' website https://jessiehughes.com.au/ Email your own voice memos for your Episode Feedback or Nightmare Fuel to hello@itsalotpodcast.com Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/ial-review CREDITS Host: Abbie Chatfield @abbiechatfield Guest: Jessie Hughes @jessiejessiehughesExecutive Producer: Lem Zakharia @lemzakhariaCo-Creative Producer: Oscar Gordon @oscargordon Social and Video Producer: Amy Code...2023-12-251h 05

The Buyer to Badass Podcast40. Reset for 2024, Part 1: Reflecting on 2023, your wheel of life & the easiest reset routine to make 2024 your best year ever2024 is nearly here which means it's time to reset so you can step into 2024 ready to make it your best year ever! This is my favourite time of year, so I've split this into 2 episodes:Part 1) Reflecting on 2023Part 2) Setting your intentions for 2024Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*Hello a...2023-12-2540 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast39. It's not you, it's them: Toxic situation at work update! How to get over it & move onI had such a big response to the first episode many months ago on Toxic Workplaces, that it seemed only right to update you all on where I'm at now. I'm finally over it! But it's been a long journey, and here's how I did it. Part 1:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-buyer-to-badass-podcast/id1677356145?i=1000607066293 Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag...2023-12-1830 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast38. Getting comfortable in your feminine energy & how you can use it to build a businessOkay so this kind of took me by surprise! My whole career I've been rooted in my masculine energy. I thought I needed to be to be successful. But in the last year I've enjoyed embracing my feminine energy in my personal life. To be honest, this scared me as I thought I wouldn't be able to run my business this way.. but I've got news for you! It can be BETTER to run your business in your feminine energy, and here's why...Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the...2023-12-1139 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast37. These successful entrepreneurs all have one thing in common: Routine! How to build and sustain a routine to suit you and your goalsOkay so I know it sounds super boring, but stick with me! Today we are talking all things ROUTINE. All the podcast guests I've had on have said routine is their number one way of why they've been able to build a successful business, and how they managed to quit their full time jobs. So there must be something in it right?!In this episode I dive into the science behind routines and habits, give you an insight into my own routine and show you how you can create a routine to achieve your goals. C...2023-11-2733 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast36. Manifest anything you want with these 4 easy stepsMANIFESTING! It's the buzz word at the moment, everyone seems to be doing it - but how does it actually work and what do you need to do to manifest anything you want?Here are 4 easy steps to manifest everything you've dreamed of - whether you know what that is or not!Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!...2023-11-2037 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast35. This one thing will show you exactly what you want... how did this happen to me this week?!Okay so this totally blind sided me today! Where did this even come from?! So let's dive into jealousy.. why do we feel it, what it means and how to get rid of it! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*Hello and welcome to the Buyer to Badass Podcast with me, your ho...2023-11-1325 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast34. How to feel fulfilled on your road to success + my trip to China and a new business mastermind!So I've always measured success by money.. it's the easiest way right? When someone says success, we automatically think wealth, power or status. But I've realised that there are other ways to measure success in your life, and it's actually important to enjoy the journey of success along the way! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*2023-11-0631 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast33. Podcast takeover: I never wanted to be an entrepreneur but now I run a 6 figure business and here's how you can do it tooIt's Hannah Sadler back on the podcast! And this week I've taken over and it's time to put Abbie in the hot seat! I ask her 10 questions, from how she actually went from 9-5 to self employed, to what she regrets and what's in store for the next year. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*2023-10-3046 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast32. Reset with me! Level up and get into your productive era, routine, self care and manifesting clientsI've been here, there and everywhere for the last few weeks, and it had led to me feeling uncertain and out of my routine. So this weekend I said enough is enough! There is only 10 weeks left of 2023, don't waste it! Use them to get your shit together with me, and here's how! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!2023-10-2321 min

A Court of Thorns and PodcastsEP 19 - Why Are You In My Fireplace? Welcome to the Unofficial House of Wind Book Club, ran by two best friends and self declared members of the Night Court. Today we are discussing chapters 37 and 38 of A Court of Thorns and Roses.Star of the Week Emily Hughes @readingismyaestheticlinktr.ee/readingismyaestheticTheme song - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRD2m1GoDRA&t=0s 2023-10-1958 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast31. Jane Asple, from Primark Buyer to Founder of Emma by Jane: I turned down my Dragons Den investor & was days away from closing my business.. but then this happened!I am so excited for you to hear from today's guest Jane Asple. Jane went from Primark Buyer to founding her own jewellery brand, Emma by Jane. Her story is so fascinating (it doesn't start where you'd expect) and super honest. She talks through the highs and lows of business - how she went from securing investment on Dragons Den, to turning them down and nearly closing down the business... to then the thriving business she has today.She tells us all about what really happens behind the scenes on Dragons Den (because I don't k...2023-10-1655 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast30. Hannah Sadler: Starting over in your 30's, travel vs career & how to decide what business to start when you have no clue!Welcome to a very. special podcast episode with my bestie Hannah Sadler! She is visiting Dubai at the moment so obviously I had to do an episode with her! Hannah's background is Fashion Merchandising, and she talks all about how to travel and maintain a career, and pivot in your early 30's! She knows she wants to start her own business but doesn't know what she wants to do! So here's some questions I asked her, and you should ask yourself if you're in the same boat:What’s your passions or hobbies or values?2023-10-0948 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast29. Why did I never know this before?! Why I'm now taking networking seriously & why you should too, whatever stage of your life, career or business you're atOkay so maybe I was arrogant, maybe I was naive but I never took networking in my career or business seriously. If I'm totally honest I thought it was a waste of my time. Everyone always says 'it's not what you know, it's who you know' and I never believed this. UNTIL NOW! Networking is now one of my priorities to build my business, and it should be for you too, whatever stage of your career, life or business you're at and here's why! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brands 2023-10-0229 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast28. Stop always thinking the worst! A note to myself, plus my busiest week ever, Q4 goals and hiring a new team memberIn this episode I dive into why I can sometimes fall into the loop of catastrophizing thoughts in my head and always thinking the worst and how I snap myself out of it. Also a recap on the busiest week ever and what I have planned for the rest of the year. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode e...2023-09-2531 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast27. 5 steps to build an unbeatable marketing strategy + my trip to Saudi Arabia! Is it the new Dubai?I relaunched my company on Instagram last week and got an amazing reach of over 36,000 with 25k views on 1 reel! This is after 6 months of posting consistently 5 times a week and is the outcome of a carefully crafted marketing strategy. In this episode I talk you through 5 steps of how to build your marketing strategy. Whether you have a brand, want to launch a brand or just want to learn more about marketing, these are the key pillars you need to follow! 1. Build credibility2. Share value3. Show your services and include a call to...2023-09-1833 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast26. Things I wish i knew sooner about running a business remotely: from Dubai, to London, to Paris and SaudiI'm back! What a 2 weeks it's been, I went back to the UK to spend time with family and then straight to Paris and Saudi for work! Throughout this whole time I worked remotely, and boy was it HARD! It sounds so glamorous working remotely, but the reality of running a business remotely is not that at all. Here's how the last 2 weeks have been, and what I'll do differently next time I work abroad! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and re...2023-09-1129 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast25. Why I'm relaunching my business, building a brand I can scale & realising the freedom of being self employedI have been working so hard for weeks on the grand relaunch of Base Brands! But why do I need to relaunch? Essentially I've built a business that is not fit for the future. I am niching down on my target client, and scaling back my services A LOT! It's kinda scary. I've also pulled forward my relaunch by 4 weeks by taking imperfect action. I've realised imperfect action is better than no action and here's why.Take a sneak peak behind the scenes of my business, and get some inspiration for launching your brand!2023-08-2129 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast24. Make your product brand happen by forgetting everything you know about high street retail buying and thinking outside the box, plus building momentum and trips to Saudi!The one thing that stops so many people from starting their own brands is MOQ's (minimum order quantities). Without investment, it can be impossible to get anywhere close to what factories are asking for. So how do small and start up brands make it work? In this episode I run through what to focus on when you first start your brand, and how to overcome that daunting challenge of quantities! It's time to forget everything you know about high street retail buying, and think outside the box!Connect with me:@buyertobadass@ab...2023-08-1438 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast23. I cut my work hours by 90% and still earnt the same! How I am working smarter, not harder from now onThe last 3 weeks has been a lot, I've juggled family staying with us in Dubai, moving house and running my business. I wanted to give my all to all three of them, but I realised very quickly that was impossible. It was very nearly an absolute disaster! So how did I navigate balancing all 3? I cut my hours by 90% and still got 50% of my usual work output done... how is that possible?! What have I been doing for the last few months?! Let's find out...Here's how you can work smarter and not harder...2023-08-0730 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast22. If you start now where could you be in a year? Top 10 highest paying side hustles you can launch now alongside your full time jobI totally get not everyone wants to leave their job, it doesn't have to be all or nothing. This is why side hustles are the way forward! Expand your skillset, try new things and make some extra cash to enjoy.Here are the top 10 highest paying side hustles you can launch right now, alongside your full time job and how to get started!Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your...2023-07-3131 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast21. Emma, founder of Next of Kin: The reality of being a luxury Buyer for Harrods, and setting up her own brand as a first time mumSuper excited to introduce this weeks' guest to you - Emma Coulter. Emma lives in Dubai and has over 10 years experience as a Buyer. She has worked in the UK and Dubai for luxury retailers such as Harrods and Versace. Yes Versace! What a dream... or so we would thinkShe spills the tea on buying in Dubai, flights to Milan and visiting Versace's personal home. She then shares the reality of becoming a mum for the first time and juggling a buying career, and how she had no choice but to leave her job. BUT she...2023-07-2444 min

So Dramatic! with Megan PustettoDAILY: Customers Are STILL MISSING Orders From Abbie Chatfield’s Clothing Label Verbose!The Masked Singer’s Dave Hughes spills why Lindsay Lohan unfollowed him on Insta! MAFS 2024 bride Lauren Dunn used to date AFL star Ryan Crowley and the timing of their SPLIT is a tad suspicious! Customers are STILL chasing up missing orders from Abbie Chatfield’s clothing label Verbose! PLUS LOTS MORE! Want more of the latest gossip? Get extra hot tea on PATREON! Visit SO DRAMATIC! ONLINE and sign up for our newsletter! Follow on INSTAGRAM, FACEBOOK, TIK TOK, and join the FACEBOOK GROUP! 2023-07-2105 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast20. What's your exit plan? If you get this right, you can launch and scale your business to over 5k in 1 month#thegreatresignation is trending and social media is full of motivation and inspiration to leave our corporate 9-5 jobs, follow our passions and launch a business... I fully support this, BUT it doesn't happen overnight. The key is in the preparation, and that's why it's so important to have an exit plan. I scaled my business to over 7.5k per month in 3 months because I planend it out for a year... What I did wasn't rocket science, and anyone can do it. In this episode, I talk you through exactly what you need to do to ge...2023-07-1734 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast19. This is the key to unlocking it all! Get good at this one thing to imrpove every area of your lifeI changed the way I think about sales and not to be over dramatic, but it totally changed my view on everything! I used to see selling as icky, but by changing my view on it and truly believing in yourself and what you are selling changes everything! So get good at sales and you can improve every area of your life. Take this episode as your sign to go and do that thing because you can do it!Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:P...2023-07-1032 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast18. Do I regret it?! The unexpected lessons, mistakes and perks of going from 9-5 corporate to self employed entrepeneurWe are halfway through 2023, so it's reflection and reset time! It has also been 4 months since I launched my own business, I thought had the first few months totally figured out, I mean I'd spent a year planning for this but how wrong I was! So here are my 10 biggest lessons, curveballs, mistakes, perks and surprises of going from a corporate 9-5 job to fully fledged badass entrepeneur! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support th...2023-07-0334 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast17. Taking a leap of faith, backing yourself and being okay with failing (aka how to JFDI!)Okay so I'm going to level with you... I was PETRIFIED to leave the safe, unhappy comfort of my 9-5 job. I couldn't even imagine being self employed, running my own business or having freedom and flexibility over my time and location. I had a dream it would happen, but I didn't really think it actually would. And that's because I was scared. I was so scared of what life after the corporate 9-5 looked like that I didn't dare visualise what it could be like. It was only when I got over my fears, backed myself a...2023-06-2633 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast16. Do this now if you're struggling to find a new job in Buying (or any industry!)Have you been made redundant? Or maybe you don't like your current role or company and want a new challenge? You know you're great at what you do but you don't hear back from jobs you apply for, or the salary is half what you're earning now, or the company is now on a hiring freeze?It can be so frustrating and de-motivating when you're searching for a new job, and panic starts to set in. But don't let it! Do these things to expand your job search opportunities and stand out against other candidates....2023-06-1937 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast15. The power of celebrating your small wins: Stay motivated, focused and confident in everything you doI am back from the most amazing 3 day break which was a celebration for a business goal and it got me thinking about the importance of celebrating little wins in our daily lives. I feel happy, confident and ready to work on my next goals after celebrating and marking this milestone. Get ready to stay motivated, focused and confident in everything you do!Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your I...2023-06-1233 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast14. Q&A - When to quit your job, working in Dubai, how to scale your side hustle, working out what your dream career is and why experience doesn't matterI've had so many amazing conversations with other Buyers and entrepreneurs in the industry since starting this podcast. We are all going through such similar things! So I thought I'd share some of the common questions I get asked...1) I have built a small side hustle alongside my buying career, but it's not really going anywhere. What should I do?2) How did you know when the time was right to leave your full-time job?3) I've been offered a buying role in Dubai, should I take it?4) I love my career in buying and I...2023-06-0536 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast13. Get out of a low mood, raise your vibe and never fall into a slump againI am a new woman this week! If you listened to the beginning of last week's episode, you'll know it was 10 minutes of me talking about how low energy and low vibe I felt. Well... no more! Here is everything I did to get myself out of my low energy and low vibe mood...Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!...2023-05-2922 min

The Buyer to Badass Podcast12. Behind the scenes: A week in my life running my own business in Dubai. Miracle morning routines, productivity hacks, time blocking and keeping your sanity!What do I actually do all day?! Well I run a Brand Strategy and Product Development agency of course... but what does this actuslly involve?! Well here you go, here's what a week in my life running my own business in Dubai looks like!Book mentionedThe Miracle Morning: The 6 Habits that will transform your life before 8am by Hal Elrod Buy it here: https://amzn.eu/d/0iIiss1Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:...2023-05-2231 min