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indie business club34 Running/Planning: plan your business year with Charelle Griffith2025 ain’t over yet, so get ahead with an episode on how to create a plan to make 2026 your best year in business yet 👌Producer Ant says this might be his favourite episode so far. But is he just hyping me up since it’s my first episode of the post-Ben era? 🤔 Have a listen and let me know what you think.My first guest co-host is Charelle Griffith, a business growth strategist, award-winning Chartered Marketer, event speaker and The Annual Planning Queen 👑 Planning your business yearI’m the voice of the (lazy) p...
2025-12-1144 min
Compounders PodcastInvesting in World Class Companies Early with Jake Barfield of Asheville Capital ManagementMy guest on the show this week is Jake Barfield, the founder of Asheville Capital Management, a long-only investment firm that seeks to invest in world-class companies before they are broadly recognized as such. Jake is also the host of his own podcast, Quality Investing. In this informative episode, we covered:
The founding inspiration for Asheville;
The type of companies that Jake is NOT going to invest in;
Position sizing and concentration;
What Jake finds so interesting about a company called InPost; and
Why he decided to start his own podcast.
For more information, please check out...
2025-11-2151 min
indie business clubb-side: training and CPDThis is the last episode I recorded with Ben before he left the podcast. If you didn’t want to do your CPD homework you just had to say so, Ben 😏This will be the last indie business club episode for a little while. I’m going to take some time off to plan out how to move forward with it. But whatever the format ends up being, I’ll definitely have…indie business insightsguest co-hosts andmy sound guy (and sound guy) AntAnywayyyy, back to today's b-side: tra...
2025-10-3016 min
indie business club33 Freelancing - indie business club x TMMBen and I are on our way to Manchester today for CopyCon 🤩 I spoke at the event last year and the year before that, our Copy Or Die pal Dave Harland spoke. Dave’s meeting us there and this time, we're looking forward to a totally talk-responsibility-free CopyCon with lots of learning, loadsa laughs, and hopefully a sizeable karaoke sesh. We do love giving an event talk, though. Last week we spoke together at Nottingham Digital Summit all about how you can “shorten the gap” by using three strategies; tone of voice, curiosity, and reciprocity. Maybe you were ther...
2025-10-0259 min
indie business club31 Moving Pictures: using video in your marketingThis episode is called Moving Pictures and it’s all about using video to market yourself and your business. We look at…why some people would rather poo in their hands and clap than record themselvesreasons you might want to consider choosing videos over doing the abovehow to get over yourself and get startedI’m currently editing the video version of this episode, which will go on YouTube by the end of the week. Make sure you subscribe to the channel to get your bell poked when it goes l...
2025-09-0441 min
indie business club30 Where Is My Mind: marketing psychology with Phill Agnew from Nudge podcastWant to trick people into buying from you? Then read on!Jokes, that’s deeply unethical, please don’t do that.Today’s pod episode is a bit special. Firstly, it’s episode 30 (toot toot 🎺) and secondly, we’ve got a guest! He’s the host of the UK’s #1 marketing podcast and he’s also probably the UK’s #1 “marketer who could trick you into buying something from him” (but he won’t coz he’s a nice guy) it’s…👏 Phill Agnew from Nudge 👏The episode is called Where Is My Mind and it’s all about principles of b...
2025-08-0740 min
indie business club29 We Want The Airwaves: starting a podcastThis episode is brought to you by Copy Or Die, the copywriting agency we work at, which Ben co-founded with Dave Harland. If you say you listen to the podcast we’ll probably give you I dunno, 0.05% off or something. Subscribe nowHi, Mel here,Today’s episode is all about starting a podcast. In our first attempt at recording our last episode (on starting something new), we rambled on and on about indie business club. It felt too self-indulgent (even for us) so we re-recorded that episode and made starting a podcast an e...
2025-07-2453 min
Marketing Meetup PodcastHow to grow a marketing freelancer / consultancy business in 2025 - Mel Barfield & Ben McKinneyToday, we spoke to Mel Barfield and Ben McKinney (Indie Business Club podcast and Copy Or Die copywriting agency) on how to stand out and grow your business as a freelancer or contractor. Whether you're already solo or pondering a career change, this session will be packed with tips and advice. We'll cover:- how to get started and stand out- pitfalls to watch out for!- why more people than ever are going solo- ways to grow when you're doing allllll the things--Take the time to check out our partners, all of whom we work with because we...
2025-06-2457 min
One Church Barfield6-22-25 Ben Hendrix 1 Peter 3:1-7Copyright One Church Barfield - Murfreesboro, TN, 2025
2025-06-2441 min
indie business club26 You Get What You Give: outsourcingToday’s episode is all about outsourcing. Are you an outsourcer? Or an outsourceee? Or both? Did I just make up those words? At least one of them. Either way, to keep it easy we’re using “outsourcing” to cover any projects that are done by someone who’s not on the payroll. We discuss the pros and cons, what to watch out for if you’re outsourcing, how to be a good outsourceee (we should use more triple-Es in made-up words) and highlight how outsourcing can help you scale your business both up and down, depending on how thing...
2025-06-1234 min
indie business club24 Let's Go Surfing: LIVE Q&A episode at Creator Day 2025This earlier-than-expected episode is called Let’s Go Surfing* and it’s a LIVE Q&A episode recorded at FOUNDRY Poole as part of Creator Day 2025. Extra special thanks to Mark Masters at You Are The Media for organising the space and inviting us to record our first live episode *TV announcement voice* recorded in front of a live studio audience. Thank you to the team at FOUNDRY as well for taking such great care of us. BTW the video version of the live recording won’t go up for a little while yet - I’m still wrangling with the...
2025-05-1944 min
indie business club23 Separated by motorways: working with friendsThis episode is called Separated by Motorways and it's all about working with your friends. We’re at Creator Day today. So the YouTube video will be up in the next week or so. Here we are at last year’s event, which was only the second time we’d met in person. This photo was taken at FOUNDRY, where we’re recording a live podcast Q&A episode tomorrow morning. Let us know your indie business/freelancer questions on show@indiebusinessclub.com and we’ll answer as many as we can.Could you work with your...
2025-05-1539 min
indie business club22 Bloc Party: celebrating winsEpisode 22 is called Bloc Party and it's all about celebrating your wins as a freelancer, founder, or indie business owner. Subscribe nAre you good at celebrating wins? Lots of freelancers, founders and indie business owners are rubbish at it. You hit a goal, you tick it off, you move on. Rinse, repeat. But if you don’t stop to enjoy the wins (however small) it can make everything feel like an endless slog.In this episode we discuss ways to mark the milestones, what we’re going to do to cele...
2025-05-0132 minOne Church Barfield4-27-25 Ben Hendrix "Am I Invisible?"Copyright One Church Barfield - Murfreesboro, TN, 2025
2025-04-2951 min
Way Family Church Sermon PodcastJohn 20:1-18 (Death Defeated)Sunday April 20, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. Without the resurrection, there is no Christianity. The empty tomb shows us the proof, but it’s our faith that responds. Just as Jesus called Mary by name, have you heard Him calling yours?
2025-04-2130 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastJohn 20:1-18 (Death Defeated)Sunday April 20, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. Without the resurrection, there is no Christianity. The empty tomb shows us the proof, but it’s our faith that responds. Just as Jesus called Mary by name, have you heard Him calling yours?
2025-04-2130 min
indie business club21 Got Your Money: pricing your workEpisode 21 is called Got Your Money and it's all about pricing work as a freelancer, founder, or indie business owner. If you enjoy the show, you can chip in on our production costs with a £3 contribution at ko-fi.com/indiebusinessclub please and thank you 💖Pricing was the first topic we ever covered way back in episode one, released 27th June 2024. No need to listen to that one. Our sound quality and (professional podcast conduct) has come a long way since. On this new episode, we discuss:what to consider when you pric...
2025-04-1745 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastLuke 19:28-40 (Hosanna! The King Enters)Sunday April 13, 2025 by guest pastor Ben Barfield. In this Palm Sunday message, we’re reminded that Jesus is the sovereign King who deserves our public praise and total surrender. Even when the world tries to silence our faith, creation itself cries out—because Jesus alone has the power to save and the authority to reign.
2025-04-1434 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastLuke 19:28-40 (Hosanna! The King Enters)Sunday April 13, 2025 by guest pastor Ben Barfield. In this Palm Sunday message, we’re reminded that Jesus is the sovereign King who deserves our public praise and total surrender. Even when the world tries to silence our faith, creation itself cries out—because Jesus alone has the power to save and the authority to reign.
2025-04-1434 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastLuke 9:18-27 (The Cost of Following)Sunday April 6, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. In this sermon from Luke 9:18-27, we explore the true cost of following Jesus. It requires self-denial, taking up our cross daily and embracing an eternal perspective. Jesus' death on the cross was never an interruption, but always part of His divine plan.
2025-04-0633 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastLuke 9:18-27 (The Cost of Following)Sunday April 6, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. In this sermon from Luke 9:18-27, we explore the true cost of following Jesus. It requires self-denial, taking up our cross daily and embracing an eternal perspective. Jesus' death on the cross was never an interruption, but always part of His divine plan.
2025-04-0633 min
indie business club20 Joy Division: work/life balanceEpisode 20 (TWENTY! 🥳) is called Joy Division and it's all about work-life balance. If you enjoy the show, you can chip in on our production costs at ko-fi.com/indiebusinessclub please and thank you 💖We first discussed the topic way back on our LinkedIn lives (we should bring those back). At the time, I had a lot going on and found the subject quite triggering. On the show, we discuss:whether it’s actually possible to find balance as an indie business ownerways to switch offthe “email fear”apps th...
2025-04-0335 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastIsaiah 53 (The Greatest Story Ever Told)Sunday March 30, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield reflects on Isaiah 53, highlighting Jesus' atoning work on the cross and how His resurrection confirms God's promise.
2025-03-3130 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastIsaiah 53 (The Greatest Story Ever Told)Sunday March 30, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield reflects on Isaiah 53, highlighting Jesus' atoning work on the cross and how His resurrection confirms God's promise.
2025-03-3130 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 4:10-21 (Joy in Contentment)Sunday, March 23, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield explores Philippians 4:10-21, focusing on the themes of contentment and generosity through Paul's relationship with Christ. Paul teaches that true contentment comes from trusting God in all seasons, and that Christian generosity is a natural expression of this trust, leading to eternal fruit for God's kingdom
2025-03-2330 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 4:10-21 (Joy in Contentment)Sunday, March 23, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield explores Philippians 4:10-21, focusing on the themes of contentment and generosity through Paul's relationship with Christ. Paul teaches that true contentment comes from trusting God in all seasons, and that Christian generosity is a natural expression of this trust, leading to eternal fruit for God's kingdom
2025-03-2330 min
indie business club19 Daytripper: Conferences part deuxEpisode 19 of indie business club podcast is coming at you faster than usual. We recorded a second episode on conferences, called Daytripper, so we could include feedback we got from LinkedIn. If you missed our first conferences episode, The Day We Caught The Train is here. If you enjoy the show, you can chip in on our production costs at ko-fi.com/indiebusinessclub please and thank you 💖VoicenotedWe’ve got a voicenote in from the inimitable Susie Palmer-Trew. Susie is a change consultant and founder of Growth Club, a community for people in th...
2025-03-2021 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 4:1-9 (Joy, Peace, and Purpose!)Sunday March 16, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. In this sermon we are reminded of the importance of being a joyful church and living with purpose. Paul encourages believers to remain rooted in Scripture, rejoice always and fight for peace and reconciliation .
2025-03-1737 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 4:1-9 (Joy, Peace, and Purpose!)Sunday March 16, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. In this sermon we are reminded of the importance of being a joyful church and living with purpose. Paul encourages believers to remain rooted in Scripture, rejoice always and fight for peace and reconciliation .
2025-03-1737 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 3:12-21 (Pressing on to the Goal)Sunday March 9, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. This sermon encourages believers to live with a forward focus as citizens of God's kingdom. It calls for letting go of the past, pressing on in Christ and committing to a personal relationship with Him. The message challenges us to live lives worth imitating while eagerly anticipating Christ's return.
2025-03-1029 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 3:12-21 (Pressing on to the Goal)Sunday March 9, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. This sermon encourages believers to live with a forward focus as citizens of God's kingdom. It calls for letting go of the past, pressing on in Christ and committing to a personal relationship with Him. The message challenges us to live lives worth imitating while eagerly anticipating Christ's return.
2025-03-1029 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 3:1-11 (What Matters Most)Sunday March 2, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. In his sermon, "What Matters Most: The Pursuit of Christ," Pastor Ben emphasizes that we are called to pursue Christ, not righteousness through works, as true transformation happens in the heart.
2025-03-0330 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 3:1-11 (What Matters Most)Sunday March 2, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. In his sermon, "What Matters Most: The Pursuit of Christ," Pastor Ben emphasizes that we are called to pursue Christ, not righteousness through works, as true transformation happens in the heart.
2025-03-0330 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 2 (Unleashing the Power of Humility)Sunday, February 23, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield dives into Philippians 2 to explore the mindset of Christ, emphasizing unity, humility, and the active engagement of our faith. He discusses the ongoing process of salvation, practical steps for spiritual growth, and how our attitudes and actions can reflect Christ to those around us.
2025-02-2439 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 2 (Unleashing the Power of Humility)Sunday, February 23, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield dives into Philippians 2 to explore the mindset of Christ, emphasizing unity, humility, and the active engagement of our faith. He discusses the ongoing process of salvation, practical steps for spiritual growth, and how our attitudes and actions can reflect Christ to those around us.
2025-02-2439 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 1:12-30 (The Christ Centered Life)Sunday February 16, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. How do you view suffering? Today's sermon teaches us that not every trial we go through is a negative thing. The passage challenges us to view suffering through a gospel-centered lens, trust in God's work and live with purpose. Paul's example encourages us to live in a way that honors Christ, knowing that even in hardship, God is always at work.
2025-02-1630 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 1:12-30 (The Christ Centered Life)Sunday February 16, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. How do you view suffering? Today's sermon teaches us that not every trial we go through is a negative thing. The passage challenges us to view suffering through a gospel-centered lens, trust in God's work and live with purpose. Paul's example encourages us to live in a way that honors Christ, knowing that even in hardship, God is always at work.
2025-02-1630 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 1:1-11 (Partners in Prayer)Sunday February 9, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. Today's sermon focuses on key themes found in Philippians 1:1-11, emphasizing gratitude for God's past work and the importance of remembering it. Also the importance of congregational prayer.
2025-02-0932 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 1:1-11 (Partners in Prayer)Sunday February 9, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. Today's sermon focuses on key themes found in Philippians 1:1-11, emphasizing gratitude for God's past work and the importance of remembering it. Also the importance of congregational prayer.
2025-02-0932 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPhilippians 1:1-11 (Partners in Prayer)Sunday February 9, 2025 by Pastor Ben Barfield.
Today's sermon focuses on key themes found in Philippians 1:1-11, emphasizing gratitude for God's past work and the importance of remembering it. Also the importance of congregational prayer.
2025-02-0932 min
indie business club16 Heart Shaped Box: nichingHello, If you enjoy the show, you can chip in on our production costs at ko-fi.com/indiebusinessclub please and thank you 💖In episode 16 “Heart Shaped Box”, we talk about…how and why to nicheikigai (Mel had written it down wrong, no wonder she couldn’t say it)VoicenotedWe’ve got a voicenote in from marketer Ayo Abbas, an award-winning strategic marketing consultant who specialises in working with construction and built environment firms. Ayo also has a podcast (podcast pals!) called The Built Environment Marketing Show. You can...
2025-02-0621 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastMatthew 16:13-20 (Jesus and HIS Church)Sunday February 2, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. Today's sermon emphasizes that the church is not a building but a community of believers, built on Jesus as the rock. Its mission is to proclaim God's kingdom, make disciples, care for one another and be a visible expression of His power on earth.
2025-02-0329 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastMatthew 16:13-20 (Jesus and HIS Church)Sunday February 2, 2025 by guest Pastor Ben Barfield. Today's sermon emphasizes that the church is not a building but a community of believers, built on Jesus as the rock. Its mission is to proclaim God's kingdom, make disciples, care for one another and be a visible expression of His power on earth.
2025-02-0329 min
indie business club15 The Masterplan: goal settingHello, and welcome to our first full-length podcast episode of 2025 🙌🏻 If you enjoy the show, you can chip in on our production costs at ko-fi.com/indiebusinessclub please and thank you 💖In episode 15 “The Masterplan”, we talk about…how setting goals can help you to protect your boundariesthe power of writing your goals downhow setting a specific number as a target can have a limiting effectMel’s knowledge of the phonetic alphabet (what a treat)how “vanity” goals can still influence your business positively
2025-01-2339 min
Way Family Church Sermon PodcastEphesians 4:17-32 (A Healthy Me)Sunday January 12, 2025 by Pastor Ben Barfield.
A healthy church start with a healthy me. Take a listen.
2025-01-1231 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastEphesians 4:17-32 (A Healthy Me)Sunday January 12, 2025 by Pastor Ben Barfield.
A healthy church start with a healthy me. Take a listen.
2025-01-1231 min
indie business clubb-sides: word of the yearOn this minisode we discuss the concept of having a "word of the year". In case you missed it, we’re speaking at the Alt Marketing School open day on Thursday 16th January. There are 14 speakers and we’re talking about tone of voice and why it’s important for your brand and your business. Click the pic for tickets.It’s an affiliate link so if you opt for the paid ticket for lifetime access to the talks, we get some cash which we’ll put towards the cost of making the podcast.See ya,
2025-01-1215 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastEphesians 4:1-16 (A Healthy Church)Sunday January 5, 2025 by Pastor Ben Barfield.
2025-01-0733 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastEphesians 4:1-16 (A Healthy Church)Sunday January 5, 2025 by Pastor Ben Barfield.
2025-01-0733 min
indie business clubb-sides: LinkedIn revisitedHello, Mel here,We’re rounding off the year with a b-side to revisit LinkedIn. The b-sides are shorter chats than a normal episode, so if you've got any topics you'd like us to chew over for 10-15 minutes, let us know.A brief, unimportant disclaimerTurns out I got my Paul brothers mixed up in this b-side. Apologies to any boxing fans. Though, true boxing fans probably don't know their Jake from their Logan either.Ben's meme banSince we covered all things LinkedIn in I Bet You Lo...
2024-12-3008 min
indie business club14 Handbags And Gladrags: Industry AwardsHello, Award-Winning-Copywriter Mel and Non-Award-Entering Ben here.Today’s episode is called Handbags And Gladrags. It’s all about industry awards and whether they’re worth entering as an indie business owner. Spoiler: Mel says yes.Industry awards don’t always come with a great reputation. I (Ben) have definitely been a bit sniffy about them in the past. But it’s been a lovely thing to see the joy and confidence that winning first place in the Brand Copywriting Category at the recent Women In Marketing Awards has brought Me...
2024-12-1231 min
indie business club13 You're The Voice: tone of voiceToday’s episode is called You’re The Voice, and we talk about what tone of voice is, why it’s important to you and your business, and how to get in touch with your own unique verbal identity. It’s a bit of a high-pressure episode because we both offer tone of voice work in our businesses (me as a freelancer, Ben as part of Copy Or Die, the copywriting agency he runs with friend of the show Dave Harland) and we kinda need to know what we’re talking about. Did we do ourselves justice? You decide...
2024-11-2844 min
indie business club12 Plug In Baby: SoftwareThere’s so much tech around nowadays, it’s hard to know where to start. Today’s episode is called Plug In Baby, and we talk about which software we use in our own indie businesses. Safe to say, we aren’t the techiest of bros. Tetchiest, more like.We’ve got a voicenote from exec VA and all-round processes legend Jo Shock, who talks us through what to consider when choosing your software. You can find Jo here, where she has a free Client Management Journey Checklist: Streamlines Virtual.In the episode, we cover a...
2024-11-1439 min
indie business club11 Somebody Told Me: ReferralsWe met up in Norwich this week (thanks, half term) to plan out our upcoming episodes. We’ve got topics up to #20, but we always welcome suggestions. Themes include tone of voice (suggested by Amy Nolan), software, and copywriting (it’s probably about time).Today’s episode is called Somebody Told Me, and we talk about how inbound referrals can boost your business. We picked this theme because both of us have benefitted massively from inbound leads. When you’re recommended by someone else, onboarding the client is often a far simpler process. We got our long...
2024-11-0333 min
A Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 18: Boards, Golf, Palestine/Lebanon, and Egypt Plans In this episode, Maysara Nassar, Allan Ahmad, Ben Barfield, and Andrew Zhang reconnect after a year-long hiatus. Maysara celebrates being the only one officially board-certified, while the group shares their experiences preparing for and navigating dental school boards. The conversation takes a personal turn as they discuss their newfound passion for golf and reflect on the Palestinian conflict, offering thoughts and prayers to those affected. They also touch on how foreign aid could be better used for hurricane relief efforts in the U.S. The episode concludes with plans for an upcoming hike with Dr. Geurs and an exciting...
2024-10-0844 min
indie business club09 Shiny Happy People: Personal BrandsHallo, Ben here,Today’s episode is called Shiny Happy People, and it’s all about building a personal brand. Mel and I dig into what a personal brand actually is, and what having one might do for your business.Have you got a personal brand? Do you want one?? Do you need one???In this show, we’ll ask and answer all those questions and more. As a slight spoiler, Mel will say that we’ve all got a personal brand whether we like it or not, and I’ll try and ge...
2024-10-0346 min
Way Family Church Sermon PodcastMatthew 8:23-27 (The King's Authority Over Wind and Waves)Sunday September 22, 2024 by Ben Barfield.
As you listen to today's sermon, remember these things:
1. We learn from storms.
2. Our storms are NEVER too big for Jesus
3. The greater our fear, the weaker our faith. The stronger our faith, the weaker our fear.
2024-09-2232 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastMatthew 8:23-27 (The King's Authority Over Wind and Waves)Sunday September 22, 2024 by Ben Barfield.
As you listen to today's sermon, remember these things:
1. We learn from storms.
2. Our storms are NEVER too big for Jesus
3. The greater our fear, the weaker our faith. The stronger our faith, the weaker our fear.
2024-09-2232 min
indie business club08 Chasing Rainbows: Business PlansHi, Mel and Ben here,Today’s episode is called Chasing Rainbows, and it’s all about business planning. There’s a strong theme of “do as we say, not as we do” in this episode 🙃. We both tend to approach our business planning with the start point of, “how do we want our family life to look?” We both have young children and share school run duties with Mr Barfield & Mrs McKinney. For others, business goals might be all about earning as much as possible even if it means working 80-hour weeks. Alastair Tho...
2024-09-1937 min
indie business club07 A Design For Life: creating for yourselfI’ve got a special guest co-host this time, because Ben’s been on paternity leave. This one’s called A Design For Life and features the lovely Dan Nelken. In this episode we talk about the importance of creating stuff for ourselves. It’s a long one, as we covered a lot of ground. Dan explains how adding structure into your routine can improve your creative output, even if it feels counterintuitive to try and control the flow.There's a science behind why we get our best ideas when we're relaxed...
2024-09-0552 min
indie business club06 I Bet You Look Good On The TimelineThis episode is called I Bet You Look Good on the Timeline, and we’re talking about everyone’s favourite/most hated social media platform… LinkedIn. In the episode we talk about how incredible LinkedIn and how much Mel (hi) loves it. Ben is… slightly less enamoured.We went to top LinkerInner and Friend Of The Show Dave Harland for a voice note about the impact a single post can have.And as always, we shout out a fellow indie business owner we think is top notch. This time it’s Jonathan Wilcock, a copywriter and dungeo...
2024-08-2236 min
indie business club05 Flaming Lips: Public SpeakingThis episode is called Flaming Lips, and we’re talking about public speaking as a way to build your profile and attract more clients. We’ve both spoken on large stages, and one of the reasons we wanted to start a podcast was to…* improve our public speaking* get more speaking gigs, both in-person and on podcastsIn the talk we mention Ben’s speaker performances at Creator Day this year and at Copy Cabana in 2017, which you can watch here.In this episode, Pascalle Bergmans gives us her top tip for peop...
2024-08-0836 min
indie business club04 A Little Respect: Client RelationshipsThis episode is called A Little Respect, and we’re talking about Client Relationships.We’ve got a contribution from creative force of nature Jodie Newman at The Business Allotment and as always we shout out an indie business owner we think is ace. One thing that came out in the discussion is just how much running an indie business relies on having processes and boundaries in place. We also touch on the danger of falling into the classic “employee mindset” trap. But we also talk about how to surprise and delight your clients, which Jodie is especial...
2024-07-2536 min
indie business club02 It's Oh So Quiet: Finding ClientsBen McKinney and Mel Barfield discuss strategies for attracting clients during economic downturns, emphasising the importance of diversifying marketing efforts, posting on LinkedIn, and avoiding relying solely on one platform or approach. They also discuss the value of authenticity, consistency, and specificity in leveraging social media platforms for business growth, and share tips for managing challenging clients and projects, including taking a step back to assess situations objectively. Finally, they touch on various aspects of freelancing, including marketing oneself, managing clients, and finding work. Fractional CMO and Hat fan John Lyons gives his advice on how indie business owners...
2024-06-2738 min
indie business club01 Fools Gold: Pricing your projectsBen McKinney and Mel Barfield discuss pricing strategies for freelancers and small business owners. They emphasise the importance of understanding value propositions, having a sales process, and being confident in pricing. They also addressed gender disparities in confidence and pricing, with findings from Ben's call for writers revealing a consistent gap in rates charged by men and women. Mel and Ben also covered intricacies of pricing and payment, including managing client expectations, negotiating rates, and receiving upfront payment. They stressed the importance of setting fair prices, balancing flexibility with capacity, and prioritising the client's needs. Tom Garfield provides his...
2024-06-2741 minWay Family Church Sermon PodcastPsalm 1 (Broken or Blessed)Sunday June 23, 2024 by Ben Barfield. Visit us online for more information. WayFamily.Church
2024-06-2342 min
indie business club00 What's The Story?Mel Barfield and Ben McKinney have been learning all about podcasts.Especially about how microphones work. And how they don’t.First sound guy (and sound guy) Ant informed Ben his microphone was back to front. Then Ant insisted an episode be re-recorded because Mel’s mic was “way too hot”. All good fun though. This episode is “What’s The Story” - a shorter introductory episode to give some background to the podcast. Mel and Ben detail how indie business club came about and try to give one another's back stories. With mixed results...
2024-06-1210 min
indie business clubPodcast trailerA podcast for independent creatives. Packed with tips, advice, and food for thought for freelancers, founders, and business owners in creative industries. Hosted by Mel Barfield and Ben McKinney. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit indiebusinessclub.substack.com
2024-06-0701 min
Humans of Purpose331 Katy Barfield: Yume Food
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This week on the podcast, I’m thrilled to bring you my conversation with Katy Barfield OAM. Katy is the Founder and CEO at Yume Food. Yume Food is a social enterprise committed to helping Australia halve food waste by 2030.
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2024-04-2248 min
Helping Healing HumorThe Power of Mentorship On Location at Lad 2 LeadersThis episode is in memory of Dr. Kenny Barfield.
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Ben and Travis come to you on location at Lads 2 Leaders in Nashville, Tennessee on Easter weekend. They guys discuss the importance of mentorship and especially that of Kenny Barfield and Jack Zorn. The guys share about the differenct types of mentors in their lives and also some upcoming events. They wrap up the discussion with big news that "The Adventures of Ben and Travis and...
2024-04-0932 min2024-02-1138 min2024-02-0431 minA Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 17: From Scales of Justice to Scaling Teeth: Lizzie's Dental JourneyIn this insightful episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the remarkable Lizzie, whose journey from Mobile, Alabama to the world of dentistry is nothing short of inspiring. Lizzie regales us with the pivotal moment that altered the course of her career, shifting from a law school trajectory to embracing dentistry wholeheartedly. Her mother's unwavering support and encouragement played a pivotal role in this transformative decision.As we transitioned into discussing Lizzie's experiences in clinic, it became evident that her dedication and passion for dentistry have only grown stronger. We also revisited a significant milestone in Lizzie's...
2023-10-111h 16A Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 16: Cassidy's Chronicle of Traumas, Triumphs, and Dental DedicationIn this riveting episode, we're joined by none other than Cassidy, the indomitable president-elect of ASDA, and a force to be reckoned with in the dental community. With a keen eye for organizing events and a heart full of passion for dentistry, Cassidy shares her inspiring journey.We delve into the events that sparked Cassidy's interest in dentistry, a tale woven with dental traumas and a jaw-dropping childhood story that left us all in awe. The discussion takes a turn as we fondly recall Cassidy's exceptional presentation in CBE 1, a moment that left a lasting impression on us all.Cassidy's...
2023-09-281h 21A Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 15: Commissioner Chronicles: Kush Money P UnleashedIn this lively episode, we're joined by the dynamic Kush Patel. From his role as fraternity president to engaging in epic duels with our very own Allan and the Navy, Kush takes us on a whirlwind journey through his diverse experiences. We dive into the thrilling world of sports, reliving the exciting moment when Texas triumphed over Alabama.Stepping into the clinic, Kush shares his early experiences, giving us a glimpse into the fascinating world of hands-on dentistry. The AGD trip to Florida becomes a topic of animated discussion, offering a snapshot of his memorable adventures.We also take a...
2023-09-141h 16
Common Ground Church of Sahuarita PodcastEarnest Persistent Prayer In this message, Pastor Ben Barfield uses the story of Peter's Escape from Prison and emotional testimony from Common Ground Church to highlight the enormous power of earnest, persistent prayer. Prayer is work. It's our primary work. Even in desperate times, prayer is powerful!Pastor Ben Barfield is the founding pastor of Common Ground Church. He now works for the North American Mission Board Send Network helping to launch church planters across North America.You can follow Common Ground Church on facebook & instagram: @cgcsahuaritaCheck us out...
2023-08-2040 minA Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 14: John's Epic Episode with Goats, Crushes, and Uncharted ConnectionsIn this uproarious episode, we are joined by the legendary John after a spirited Family Day and White Coat ceremony. With smiles and stories in abundance, we dive into the recollections of those recent events, painting a vivid picture of the vibrant moments that unfolded.Auburn takes the spotlight as we explore John's path less traveled, his decision to veer from the typical Alabama route, and the intriguing backstory that guided his educational journey. Fraternity memories resurface, sparking laughter and camaraderie as the group indulges in some lighthearted reminiscing.As the conversation unfolds, secrets are revealed – including Maysara's confession about hi...
2023-08-161h 01
The Nonessential PodcastEpisode 232: Velma BarfieldThis week, Ben takes a look at one of history's lesser-known extreme problem-solvers, Velma Barfield. When her first husband died tragically, it was a, well tragedy. But about the time her 6th lover died tragically, people started to suspect something more than bad luck. Sources: The Shocking Crimes Of Velma Barfield, The "Death Row Granny" (allthatsinteresting.com) Velma Barfield · Facing Controversy: Struggling with Capital Punishment in NC · UNC Libraries
2023-08-0847 minThe Nonessential PodcastEpisode 232: Velma BarfieldThis week, Ben takes a look at one of history's lesser-known extreme problem-solvers, Velma Barfield. When her first husband died tragically, it was a, well tragedy. But about the time her 6th lover died tragically, people started to suspect something more than bad luck. Sources: The Shocking Crimes Of Velma Barfield, The "Death Row Granny" (allthatsinteresting.com) Velma Barfield · Facing Controversy: Struggling with Capital Punishment in NC · UNC Libraries
2023-08-0847 minA Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 13: Bryce's Unforgettable Charm: How He Revived Dental School SpiritsJoin us for an engaging and entertaining episode as we welcome Bryce, the smoothest talker in our class, to the podcast. We relive the memorable moment from Communications class when Bryce wowed us all, especially Allan, with his impressive persuasive skills. Bryce shares his experiences in clinic, surprising us with his introverted nature despite his polished communication style.Get to know more about Bryce's hometown, Florence, and his aspirations to return there. As we delve into casual conversations, we discover that Bryce isn't actually from Auburn, though he's considered an honorary member of the "Auburn boys" group. Bryce turns the...
2023-07-261h 13A Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 12: Taking a Stand and Making Us Laugh: Carter's Clinic Tales UnleashedJoin us for an entertaining and insightful episode as we welcome Carter, the master of hilarious GroupMe messages, to the podcast. Carter shares his experiences from his first week in clinic, taking us back to the days of ethics class where he fearlessly took a stand in front of the entire class over Zoom. We dive into the ups and downs of clinic life, discussing funny anecdotes and memorable moments.Discover more about Carter's background and what led him to pursue a career in dentistry. We also receive an exciting promise from Carter to attend Mandiball, an event not...
2023-07-1957 minA Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 11: Pre-Clinic Excitement with the Irondale Crew featuring LucyIn this dynamic episode, Mace, Allan, and Ben - the Irondale Crew - join forces as hosts to discuss their feelings on the eve of starting clinic as D3s. The trio shares their thoughts and excitement about the upcoming clinic experience, capturing the mix of nervousness and anticipation that comes with this pivotal stage of their dental education.The conversation takes an amusing turn as they dive into the breakdown of Allan's Goatee facial hair, accompanied by hilarious comments from his wife Rawan. Laughter ensues as they explore the decision to bid farewell to the Goatee before clinic begins...
2023-07-121h 00A Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 10: Beaming with Cavity-tude: Year Three's Dental Delight and Positive PerspectivesJoin hosts Maysara Nassar and Allan Ahmad as they embark on an exciting new episode, recorded right after their first day of the highly anticipated third year of dental school. After a month-long hiatus, they dive into the positive energy and renewed enthusiasm that comes with transitioning beyond the grueling tests of clinical integration in the second year. Sharing stories of their eventful summer experiences, they discuss the things they are most excited about for the upcoming year.In this lively conversation, Maysara and Allan also delve into the latest changes at the school, celebrate the incredible unity and spirit...
2023-07-0648 minA Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 9: From the Kingdom of Far Far Away to Clinical Integration: Join us for Zoe's JourneyIn this episode, Allan and Maysara sit down with Zoe Powers to discuss her experiences in dental school and beyond. Zoe talks about her time living in China, and we delve into topics like our favorite pets, and dental school overall.The conversation then takes a lighthearted turn as they discuss their love for Minecraft and gaming. However, we reflect on the challenges of clinical integration, and the fun times PCD has afforded us.There was some reminiscing about the rivalry between optometry and dentistry, and the challenges of clinic next year, We also talk some about Disney the...
2023-05-1240 minA Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 8: Noel's Small Town Roots but Big Dental DreamsIn this episode, hosts Maysara, Allan, and Ben sit down with dental student Noel Gulsby to learn about her journey from a sports star to aspiring dentist. Noel shares how a sports accident sparked her interest in dentistry, and how her big personality and small town roots have helped her navigate dental school. Along the way, they discuss Noel's love for her dog Darla, the Asian gradient group that doesn't take notes in the back of the classroom, and even some irrational fears. Ben keeps things fun and educational with his dental facts, making for a lively and engaging...
2023-04-0348 minA Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 7: From Controllers to Caries: A Candid Conversation with Christina and EthanJoin us for a fun and lively conversation with Christina and Ethan! In this episode, we talk about their shared love of gaming, the challenges of transitioning into a science-heavy program like dental school, and Ethan's experience growing up in a family with a history of military service in the Air Force. Christina also shares her experience and tells us about her non-traditional major and how it landed her in Argentina for some time. We also hear about some memorable moments in an infamous gaming lobby with Ethan and Maysara, as well as Christina's experiences in Gross Anatomy with Allan...
2023-03-2754 minA Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 6: Jennifer and Clyde Join the Breakfast Brush Battle, Strawberry Shakes and More!In this episode of A Pre-Carious Tale, Mace, Allan, and Ben talk to Jennifer and dive into her journey to dental school and the moments that have shaped her perspective on the field. But the conversation doesn't stop there - they also talk about when is the best time to brush, (before or after breakfast), the adorableness of Jennifer's dog Clyde, and the sweet Friday routine of a strawberry shake and a movie. Tune in for a fun and insightful episode, also check out Ben's dental fact of the day at the end!
2023-02-1146 minA Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 5: The B-Team's Rise to Victory: Camryn's Toothfully Fit Journey to Smile, Laugh and ScoreAre you ready to laugh and learn? Mace and Allan sit down with Camryn Jansen, the ultimate triple threat: a triathlete, a Hoosier, and a future dentist. Camryn's athletic achievements, her passion for dentistry, and her leadership in the SGA are just the tip of the iceberg. Join us as we delve into Camryn's journey to UAB's School of Dentistry and her experiences in the PCD lab. We also hear about her perspective on balancing her extracurricular activities with her studies, as well as her advice on how to make the most of your time at UAB. So, whether...
2023-01-3025 minA Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 4: Trailblazing in Dental School: A Birthday Celebration with AndrewIn this episode of A Pre-Carious Tale, we sit down with Andrew to talk about his birthday, his passion for fitness and art, and how he's using his talents to push the boundaries of dentistry. Andrew, Allan, and Mace discuss their weekend workout routine and Andrew shares some funny stories from his time in dental school. From his background to his vision for the future of dentistry, Andrew's enthusiasm and creativity shine through in this conversation. Don't miss this episode as we get to know one of our own at UAB!
2023-01-2137 minA Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 3: Anchors Aweigh: Journey from Sailors and Teachers to Dental SchoolAllan and Maysara talk about how what got them to choose dental school. There may or may not be some disorganized thoughts there where Maysara should probably prep more, but Allan saves the day with an inspiring story about his journey to dentistry. We finish off by previewing our 1st real guest for next week's episode, Andrew Zhang
2023-01-2036 minA Pre-Carious TaleEpisode 2: The Most Popular Guy in Dental SchoolMaysara and Allan get the honor and privileges to speak to the most popular guy at UAB. We get into some College Football talk with his alma mater Georgia coming up on a big game. Some New Year Resolutions talk was in order, and Allan talks about a new addition to his family. There seems to be applications open for the A team, as the origin of this historic team comes to light. And as usual some stories about dental school and how we all came to meet. Stay tuned at the end for a surprise twist.
2023-01-0933 minA Pre-Carious TalePilot EpisodeMaysara and Allan talk about some of their experiences as dental school students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. We discuss the Review of Systems course and share helpful tips for current and future students, as well as some funny stories about the Bofa nerve. Special shout out to Cassidy and Joe on their recent marriage on New Years Eve!. Overall, the episode serves as a time capsule of your experiences in dental school so far. We hope to bring on many guests in the future.
2023-01-0127 min
The Worship Catalyst PodcastSelf Assessment: A conversation with Ben BarfieldDo you ever wonder if you’re really good enough to do your job? IT would be nice if there was a simple assessment tool to hep us constantly improve. In this episode Austin interviews Ben Barfield, one of the assessment directors for SEND network. Ben discusses some very practical ways for us to self evaluate on an on-going and consistent basis.Watch the VIDEO Podcast HEREDid you enjoy this episode? Do us a favor and share with worship leaders & pastors around you! Also, leave a rating and review so it makes it easier fo...
2021-08-2427 min
2020-11-0526 minThe Worship Catalyst PodcastThe Requirements of Shared Leadership - A Discussion with Ben BarfieldAustin Ryan and Ben Barfield have co-planted and pastored 2 churches together and are starting their 3rd (Common Ground Online Church). Co-pastoring is probably not for everybody, but in this episode, Austin and Ben discuss why they feel this is a better way to lead. They also discuss what is required to share leadership. If you can follow their example, and truly lead in community, you'll never go back to solo leadership!Watch the VIDEO Podcast HEREDid you enjoy this episode? Do us a favor and share with worship leaders & pastors around you! Also, leave...
2020-09-0127 min
FantasyPros - Fitz on FantasyRaise the Shield (guest: Graham Barfield)Graham Barfield of NFL.com (@GrahamBarfield) sets aside league business long enough to join host Pat Fitzmaurice and discuss which rookie RBs fared well and not so well in his Yards Created metric, his approach to picking on the turn in best-ball drafts this year, why he’s high on Mark Ingram this year, and why he’s not very high on Ben Roethlisberger.
Graham talks about what it’s like to work for the Shield, what he’s learned about the food and traffic in Los Angeles, and what he might have done if he hadn’t been able to make a...
2019-05-2953 min
Tech Reformation75: Productivity w/ Tanner BarfieldSpecial guest Tanner Barfield from the Reformed Pubcast joins us this week to talk about Nokia pronunciations, USB-C iPhone rumors, and how he uses technology to get things done.
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Tech You Should Know
Mobile World Congress, and the Nokia 3310 nostalgia - TechCrunch (1, 2)
USB-C on the iPhone? - The Wall Street Journal
Pocket is bought by Mozilla - Recode
Xbox launches $10 per month game subscription - Ars Technica
YouTube unveils YouTube TV - TechCrunch
Ctrl-Walt-Delete (The Verge...
2017-03-051h 28
Common Ground NevadaHow the church can impact the community! Speaker Ben BarfieldHave you wondered how the church can have a real impact on a city or a community? Ben describes how to engage the community and expand the Kingdom of God.
2016-02-2240 minCommon Ground NevadaHow the church can impact the community! Speaker Ben BarfieldHave you wondered how the church can have a real impact on a city or a community? Ben describes how to engage the community and expand the Kingdom of God.
2016-02-2240 min
The Reformed PubcastEpisode 30: Space GumboOn tap this week: a not-so smart smart phone, adults watching cartoons, nitro bubble lawsuits, how to make “the birds and the bees” awkward and the holiness of marital sex, a false dilemma in Iowa, Mark Driscoll is too “busy” for us, Ben “BAT” Flick and bringin’ the bayou to the stars, hairy cotton mouth and […]
2014-05-191h 35