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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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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
Strong Songs"Born to Run" by Bruce SpringsteenIn the season six finale, Kirk takes a deep dive into Bruce Springsteen's signature song, 1975's "Born to Run." It's all here: tremolo guitar riffs, glockenspiel arpeggios, endless sus chords, and a sax solo for the ages. Baby, we were born for it.Written by: Bruce SpringsteenProduced by: Springsteen, John Landau, and Mike AppelAlbum: Born to Run, 1975Listen/Buy via LynkifyALSO REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:"Tenth Avenue Freeze Out" and "Thunder Road" from Born to Run, 1975Born to Run live at Madison Square Garden, 2000, and live in...
2024-06-281h 00The 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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
Strong Songs"Limb by Limb" by PhishPhish may be known for their 30-minute live jams, but turns out you can distill their best qualities into a song one-tenth that length. To that end, Kirk picks apart and reassembles their 1998 studio recording of "Limb By Limb" in all its polyrhythmic, guitarpeggiated glory.Music by: Trey Anastasio, with Page McConnell, Mike Gordon & Jon FishmanLyrics by: Tom Marshall & Scott HermanAlbum: The Story of the Ghost (1998)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:"You Enjoy Myself" by Trey Anastasio from Junta, 1989"The Story of the Ghost"...
2024-05-1759 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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
Strong Songs"The Way" by Meshell NdegeocelloMeshell Ndegeocello is: a fearless songwriter, an outrageously funky bassist, and a groundbreaking producer who knows just how to get the most out of each musician she hires. On this episode, Kirk takes a deep dive into "The Way," the second track off of her 1996 record Peace Beyond Passion, and shines a light on some of the things that make her one of the greats.Written by: Meshell NdegeocelloAlbum: Peace Beyond Passion (1996)Special Guest: Sam HowardListen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED:"The Womb," "Ecclesiastes: Free My...
2024-04-1957 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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
Strong Songs"Águas de Março (The Waters of March)" by Antônio Carlos Jobim & Elis ReginaKirk digs into the work of master composer Antônio Carlos Jobim via his timeless 1974 duet with Elis Regina on his song "Águas de Marçco," known Stateside as "The Waters of March." He's joined by special guest Frederico Barros, Professor of Musicology at Federal University of Rio De Janeiro.Written by: Antônio Carlos JobimPerformed by: Jobim and Elis ReginaAlbum: Elis & Tom (1974)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED:"The Girl From Ipamena" and "Desefinado" by Tom Jobim from Getz/Gilberto, 1964"Corcovado (Quiet Night of Quiet Star...
2024-03-2256 minThe 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 minThe 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
Strong Songs"Black Hole Sun" by SoundgardenTurns out some songs stand on their own, however memorable-slash-horrifying their music video might have been.Written by: Chris CornellProduced by: Michael BeinhornAlbum: Superunknown (1994)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED:"Spoonman" and "The Day I Tried to Live" by Chris Cornell and Soundgarden from Superunknown, 1994Kim Thayil interview at SongfactsNorah Jones' cover of "Black Hole Sun," Live in 2021"In My Life" by Lennon/McCartney from Rubber Soul, 1965The 2021 Strong Songs interview with session guitarist Andrew Synowiec"Tom Sawyer" by Rush from Moving Pictures, 1981--------------------
2024-03-0856 minThe 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 minThe 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
Strong Songs"In Your Eyes" by Peter GabrielStrong Songs Season Six kicks off with a widely requested classic: Peter Gabriel's 1986 yearner "In Your Eyes." Because why hire one rhythm section when you can hire two for twice the price?Written by: Peter GabrielProduced by: Daniel LanoisAlbum: So (1986)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED:Rick Beato's Interview with So producer Daniel Lanois"DIY" by Peter Gabriel from Peter Gabriel 2: Scratch, 1978"Sledgehammer," "Don't Give Up," and "Big Time" by Gabriel from So, 1986Kwame Ansah-Brew demonstrates the Talking Drum--------------------FEBRUARY 2024 WHOLE-NOTE PATRONS
2024-02-2353 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 04The 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 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 minIt'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 05The 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 minThe 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
Strong SongsThe Band: The Last WaltzFor the Season Five finale, Kirk takes a look at The Band and Martin Scorsese's beloved 1978 concert film The Last Waltz - "The beginning of the beginning of the end of the beginning."Featuring music by The Band: Robbie Robertson, Rick Danko, Levon Helm, Richard Manuel, and Garth HudsonDirected by: Martin ScorseseAlbum: The Last Waltz (1978)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED/REFERENCED:"The Weight" by Robbie Robertson as covered by The Staple Singers and Aretha FranklinStudio versions of several songs from the show, featured on The...
2023-12-151h 05The 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 minThe 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 minThe 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
Strong SongsStrong Solos, Vol. 2: Electric Guitar-alooThe electric guitar is a beautiful, maddening instrument, and man does it sound good in the right hands. On this episode, Kirk takes a deep dive into solos by guitar legends Charlie Christian, Wes Montgomery, Jimi Hendrix, and Larry Carlton.FEATURED/DISCUSSED:"Seven Come Eleven" by Charlie Christian and Benny Goodman, recorded by the Benny Goodman Sextet in 1939"Fried Pies" by Wes Montgomery from Boss Guitar, 1963"Hey Joe" by Billy Roberts recorded by the Jimi Hendrix Experience on Are You Experienced?, 1967Larry Carlton's solo on "Kid Charlemagne" by Donald Fagen and Walter Becker (AKA Steely Dan...
2023-11-171h 04The 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minStrong SongsA Little Extra ZeldaOn this bonus episode, originally recorded as a Patreon bonus in 2022, Kirk goes through a few great Legend of Zelda pieces that he didn't manage to get into on last year's Zelda-focused Strong Songs episode. If you want to hear next week's new episode on Tears of the Kingdom early, go become a patron now!FEATURED:"Tears of the Kingdom Theme" from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, comp. Manaka Kataoka, Maasa Miyoshi, Masato Ohashi, Tsukasa Usui"Song of Storms," "Dark World/Lorule Theme," "Gerudo Valley," and "The Great Fairy's Fountain" by K...
2023-10-2724 minThe 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 minStrong SongsBelle & Sebastian's Very Good Chord ProgressionKirk takes a tour through the cycling, modulating chord sequence in Belle & Sebastian's buoyant 2017 song "The Girl Doesn't Get It."Variation 1: | C | Dm7 | Bb | Gm FVariation 2: | C | D | Bm | Esus EVariation 3: | A | Bm | A/C# | Esus EFEATURED/DISCUSSED:"The Girl Doesn't Get It" by Belle & Sebastian from How To Solve Our Human Problems, Vol. 1, 2017"I Will Always Love You" by Dolly Parton performed by Whitney Houston on The Bodyguard soundtrack, 1992--------------------OCTOBER 2023 WHOLE-NOTE PATRONSCorpus Frisky – Ben Barron – Catherine Warner – Damon White...
2023-10-2021 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 minThe 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
Better Than Yesterday with Osher Günsberg502: The One, The Only, Mel B (MBE)Do you know the members of the Spice Girls? And when I say know, I mean more than just know their names, or what lines the sing in “Stop”. Do you know the Scary Spice, Mel B was diagnosed with anxiety, dyslexia, dyspraxia and ADHD in 2019. That she is an advocate for domestic violence victims, being one herself? That not only is she a member of one of the most influential girl bands the Spice Girls, but she is also an author and mother. Today I am joined by Mel B, I’ve been working with h...
2023-10-1549 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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
Strong Songs"Everybody Wants to Rule the World" by Tears For FearsKirk kicks off Strong Songs Season 5 with Tears For Fears' 1985 hit "Everybody Wants to Rule The World." From classic synths and drum machines to surprisingly avante-garde guitar solos, this song's got a lot more going on than you might remember.Written by: Roland Orzabal, Ian Stanley, and Chris HughesProduced by: Chris HughesAlbum: Songs from the Big Chair (1985)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED:"Shout" and "Head Over Heels," both from Songs From the Big Chair, 1985"No One Knows" by Queens of the Stone Age from Songs...
2023-07-2847 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe Buyer to Badass Podcast11. Can we have it all? Finding balance and priorities with your wheel of lifeIn my pursuit of my 'dream' life of being self employed and location independent, free of the 9-5 I have realised everything good comes with a sacrifice. In this episode we create your wheel of life and rate each area, and how you can improve it to give you the ultimate balance in your life. This is your reminder that it's impossible to have it all, and everyone is at different stages of life. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and...
2023-05-1521 minThe Buyer to Badass Podcast10. Nicola Hales, the Matriarch of Buying: How to be a great buyer, why the industry will never be the same & you need to pivot now & why change is always goodMeet Nicola Hales aka the Queen, the Matriarch of the Buying industry. Nic has over 40 years experience across every product type imaginable and has worked for some of the worlds biggest retailers. She's now left the buying world and has started her own Jewellery brand. We talk how to be the best buyer you can be, leveraging supplier relationships, pushing yourself out of your comfort zone, and building a natwork throughout your career. We also dive into the evolution of retail, the history of buying, and where the industry is heading and why you need to pivot n...
2023-05-081h 08The Buyer to Badass Podcast9. The people who helped me go from 9-5 to freelance, who you need in your life too!I get asked the question 'how did you do it?!' so often! There are many answers to this question, but it's safe to say I could not have done this by myself. Here are the people who were super important to me in my journey from 9-5 to self employed, and who you need to surround yourself with too! 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! H...
2023-05-0129 minThe Buyer to Badass Podcast8. Mind Over Money: Achieve financial freedom to step closer to career freedomGetting your money in order is the first step to getting you closer to the goal of financial independence and work freedom. I've touched on money mindset in previous episodes and got so many questions about it! So here's how you can get up close and personal with your finances and use them to up level every part of your life! Connect with me:@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...
2023-04-2448 minThe Buyer to Badass Podcast7. From £0 to £7k in 2 months: How you can start your own brandI get this question so much! How did you start your own brand? How do you build a business from scratch?These are the steps I followed to take my business from £0 to £7k in 2 months... and the best bit? You can do them too, whilst you're still in your full time job! Connect with me:@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 Epi...
2023-04-1732 minThe Buyer to Badass Podcast6. Lynsey Leong: How to become the CEO of your life. Balancing Buying, Life Coaching & BabiesI am SO excited for you to listen to my first ever guest episode.. I chat to one of the OG badass Buyers in the industry, the incredible Lynsey Leong. After over 10 years in the buying industry, she then added on studying to be a life coach alongside her full time job, a pandemic and two young children! We talk how the hell she did it, imposter syndrome, money mindset, the importance of listening to your gut, how becoming a life coach has made her a better buyer and how you can get into the coaching industry t...
2023-04-1055 minThe Buyer to Badass Podcast5. Taking back control and getting over a toxic situationSomething big triggered me this week, and I realised so many Buyers have gone through exactly the same thing! So let this episode be the therapy session we all needed to hear. How to recognise a toxic situation, feel empowered and take back control to get the hell out of there! *New episode every Monday*Support 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!Connect with me:@abbieabs_@base.br...
2023-04-0328 minThe Buyer to Badass Podcast4. Want to quit your job? Not so fast! Do this firstReady to quit the 9-5 grind and start your own thing? Before you quit, do these 10 things to set yourself up for success, and make the most of that salary! Trust me, it'll make the transition super smooth. Books mentioned:1) Be a Free Range Human: Escape the 9-5, Create a Life You Love and Still Pay the Bills by Marianne Cantwellhttps://www.amazon.ae/Be-Free-Range-Human-Escape/dp/0749497092/ref=sr_1_1?crid=DWJXFVOFAT56&keywords=free+range+human&qid=1679929583&sprefix=free+range+human%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-12) Working Hard, Hardly Working: How to achieve more, s...
2023-03-2744 minThe Buyer to Badass Podcast3. The only difference between me and you is Confidence: How to fake it 'til ya make it!Do you have big dreams but think 'that could never be me,' or 'she's so confident, I wish I could have the confidence to do that'? Do you feel like a fraud in your own life, or like luck has got you where you are today? It's time to get rid of those thoughts and beat imposter syndrome so you can start owning your success! In this episode, I share my proven tips for building confidence, which will lead to you living your best life! It's time to thrive, not just survive! *New...
2023-03-2038 minThe Buyer to Badass Podcast1. The Truth: What no one tells you when you quit your 9-5Are you tired of the 9-to-5 grind and considering quitting your job? Hold on a minute, because I learnt the hard way that there's more to the story than just handing in your notice! The idea of a side hustle is now a regular thing, and then these stories skip straight to the 6 figure biz. No one talks about what happens in between, that first day when you don't have to get to the office for 9am. And let me tell ya, it's a wild ride! NEW EPISODE EVERY MONDAYSUPPORT THE SHOW:
2023-03-1720 minThe Buyer to Badass Podcast2. Live Your Best Life: 10 careers after BuyingDo you dream of working from a beach in Bali, a cafe in Paris, or on your sofa in your PJ's? But then you stop and think that can never be possible as a Buyer, because well - samples, weekly trade, supplier meetings. The list goes on!But fear not, here are 10 remote work and freelancing careers you can jump into, whilst still using your Buying, Design or Merchandising skill set. NEW EPISODE EVERY MONDAYSUPPORT THE SHOW:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share t...
2023-03-1723 min
It's All Cobblers To MeBreezing Past BradfordWow wow wow! What a performance that was. It's not often that the Cobblers go to a stadium the size of Valley Parade and put on a display such as the one we witnessed on Saturday.Goals from Mitch Pinnock, Shaun McWilliams and Sam Sherring blew Mark Hughes' Bradford City away and, in truth, it should have been more.We discuss the performance of the year and launch our Christmas Fundraiser. Plus we hear from James Wiles as NTFC Women thrashed Bugbrooke in the County Cup. And there's laughs galore as Charles, once again, gets...
2022-11-221h 03
It's All Cobblers To MeThe Preview Show: Bradford City v Northampton TownBradford City are next up for a Northampton Town side that are rejuvenated after their win at Gillingham.The match should have been the battle of the division’s top goal scorers, but Sam Hoskins’ last minute yellow card in Kent means he will miss the contest through suspension. That paves the way for Bradford frontman, Andy Cook to put on a show and try and catch our man.Joining us this week to preview the game that pits 4th vs 3rd is Tim Penfold from Bradford City website and podcast, Width of a Post.
2022-11-1839 min
Modernos de otros tiemposMargaret Bonds 2. Modernos de otros tiempos (7x32). 20/6/2022Sección del programa de RPA "La radio es mía" que demuestra que la modernidad es algo que viene de antiguo. Emisión del 20/6/2022, trigésimo segundaa de la séptima temporada y segunda de las dedicadas a la pianista, compositora y activista negra norteamericana Margaret Bonds.
En el penúltimo capítulo de la séptima temporada de Modernos de otros tiempos vamos a continuar con la historia de Margaret Bonds, la primera persona negra en actuar como solista con la Sinfónica de Chicago, excelente concertista de piano, una de las compositoras más notables del siglo XX, pedago...
2022-06-2015 min
It's All Cobblers To MeThe Preview Show: Northampton Town v Bradford CityThe Preview Show from It's All Cobblers To Me looks ahead to the Cobblers game with Bradford City in League 2.Tim Penfold from Bradford's The Width of a Post podcast is our guest this week as Danny and Charles find out what's been happening to Bradford City over the last 10 years.With Mark Hughes taking over the reigns from Derek Adams at Valley Parade recently, we find out how Bradford fans feel about the appointment, how Hughes has changed the side's fortunes and what the future has in store for League Two's sleeping giant.
2022-04-0848 min
Listen to Latest Full Audiobooks in Romance, ModernNo Such Thing As Perfect by Emma HughesPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/460643 to listen full audiobooks. Title: No Such Thing As Perfect Author: Emma Hughes Narrator: Samantha Barks Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 7 minutes Release date: August 5, 2021 Genres: Modern Publisher's Summary: Brought to you by Penguin. No one's life is as perfect as it looks. Least of all Laura Morrison's. (Although she's not sure how perfect hanging onto your job by a thread and sleeping on an air mattress at your sister's looks, in all honesty.) When Laura gets the chance to trial Cupid - a high-tech new dating service which will draw on everything...
2021-08-0505 min
Listen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary WomenNo Such Thing As Perfect by Emma HughesPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/460643 to listen full audiobooks. Title: No Such Thing As Perfect Author: Emma Hughes Narrator: Samantha Barks Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 7 minutes Release date: August 5, 2021 Genres: Contemporary Women Publisher's Summary: Brought to you by Penguin. No one's life is as perfect as it looks. Least of all Laura Morrison's. (Although she's not sure how perfect hanging onto your job by a thread and sleeping on an air mattress at your sister's looks, in all honesty.) When Laura gets the chance to trial Cupid - a high-tech new dating service which will draw on...
2021-08-0505 min
Women's Rugby PodWRP - Mini-Olympic series part 1 with Abbie BrownIn this special mini-series around the events going on in Tokyo; Johnnie is joined by Shona Powell-Hughes. Wales star Shona has represented her country and 15s and 7s, including the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Johnnie goes right into the GB camp and speaks to co-captain Abbie Brown. They chat about the extraordinary 12 months the 7s programme has, the commitment to even get to the games. The preparations are spoken about not just in the months leading up to the games but also in the last few days; including how to deal with the conditions. Abbie chats about some o...
2021-07-2839 min
Full Time Europe: A show about women's footballStitious not superstitiousIt's Lynsey Hooper, Florence Lloyd-Hughes, and Alicia Ferguson here to take you through Matchday 3 at the Tokyo Games.We now know who the quarter finalists are and how they got there - well we know who some of the quarter finalists are we're still on the lookout for Abbie Miedema and Ellie White.Here's how it soundsPART 1 - Day Three overview PART 2a - GB 1-1 Canada (05.00)PART 2b - Chile 0-1 Japan (16.00)PART 3a - USA 0-0 Australia with Steph Yangn (18.00)P...
2021-07-2749 min
That Podcast1.1 - THAT PODCAST... where Keanu Reeves saves us all using the power of dreams – PART ONETHAT PODCAST... where Keanu Reeves saves us all using the power of dreams, and we take some LSD in order to confront the unconfrontable things in life – PART ONEIn a time when people have been haunted by pandemic-influenced dreams (a weird amount of which seem to feature Keanu Reeves battling Coronavirus), host Sophie Duker delves into the weird and wonderful world of dreamscapes, hallucinations and nightmares. Part 1 of the episode features original commissions from Matilda Ibini and Abbie Spallen, as well as a conversation with scientist an...
2021-05-061h 09
Friends of McGill Hockey Podcast ChannelLeadership Line Change with Luke MadillIn the second episode of the "Leadership Line Change" podcast, host David Urquhart speaks with Luke Madill to discuss his experiences relating to leadership and how to deal with pressure.
Bio: A native of Kirkland, Quebec, Luke played for McGill from 2003 to 2007, acting as assistant captain from 2005-07. He graduated from McGill with a degree in Kinesiology and went on to get and education degree and a master’s degree in sport psychology from the University of New Brunswick. While there, he won the U Sports national championship as an assistant coach as well as a U Sp...
2020-12-0133 min
F**k, Haunt, KillEpisode 12 - The Loved OnesWelcome to the Valentine’s Day episode of F**k, Haunt, Kill. To celebrate
the holiday of love and late capitalism, we chose a film perfect for a
romantic evening for two - The Loved Ones (2009) by Sean Byrne. Snuggle up
with that special someone and listen to us talk about prom nights, John
Hughes, the Australian accent and sometimes even the film itself. Who
knows, maybe there are a few special songs there as well!
2020-02-1200 min
Write Through The Roof | For writers who want to improve their writing#17 – Abbie Williams – Write Through The RoofWelcome to Write Through The Roof, the podcast for writers who want to improve their craft.
Episode 17 with Abbie Williams – Historical family saga & romance writer
“There’s a different thought process when you write long hand”
Episode 17 – Abbie Williams – Show Notes
Plotting the story as a bridge
Exploring family dynamics and gritty historical detail
Giving a voice to women working as prostitutes in 19th century American history
Trusting your gut and the story
Building a writing community to commiserate
Poetry as inspiration
Larry McMurtry, Sherman Alexie, Walt Whitman, Langston Hughes
Ending a ser...
2018-02-1120 min
Organizing for Change02 - Engaging Youth in Community ChangeGoal: “to equip coalitions, organizations, and individuals to bring change to their community”
Host, Amanda Decker joins the youth from SRSLY Chelsea to talk about how to engage youth in community change!
Welcome to Episode 002 of the Podcast: Engaging Youth in Community Change
Guests: Abbie Dobos gr. 8, Riley Thorburn gr. 8, Jessie Ligi gr. 12, Allison Hughes gr. 10, Natalie Gofton gr. 10, Ben Schwarz gr. 8, Jessie Kauffman (Coalition Director)
Guest Links: SRSLY Chelsea (SRSLY stands for Seriously. This spelling of SRSLY is used when people are texting each...
2017-02-2800 min