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A Thought I KeptWhen You Let Go of Beliefs That Aren’t Even Yours with Nicky Denson-ElliottIn this episode of A Thought I Kept, I’m joined by Nicky Denson-Elliott for a conversation about the beliefs many women carry without ever consciously choosing them and what can shift when we begin to let those beliefs go.We talk about the emotional weight of comparison, competition, and feeling like we have to stay small or agreeable just to feel safe. About confidence not as a personality trait, but as something that changes across the different life contexts. About money, worth and the subtle ways women are taught to doubt themselves — often in the...
2026-01-2649 min
Women's Business#100: 100th Episode Special With Reflections From Nicky, interviewed by Imogen PartridgeWelcome to the 100th episode of Women's Business, and in this special edition, I have the spotlight turned on me by my friend and former pod guest Imogen Partridge. We mark this milestone with a deep dive into my personal and professional journey. This episode is packed with insights about launching the podcast, stepping into my personal brand, and creating impactful events like Wilder LIVE. We delve into my evolving approach to confidence, mental health, and the importance of living by our values. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a creative, or pondering your next steps, this conversation offers reflections on...
2026-01-121h 38
The SHE Collective PodcastEpisode 28: Anti-Female Programming: The Beliefs Holding Women Back with Nicky Denson-ElliottThis week Ro is joined by Nicky Denson-Elliott - serial entrepreneur, founder of The Wilder Collective, and host of the Women’s Business podcast. Nicky is a powerful voice in modern feminism, known for exploring internalised misogyny and what she calls anti-female programming - the subtle conditioning that keeps women small, silent or stuck.Together we discuss: ✨ What internalised misogyny looks like in everyday life ✨ How anti-female programming shapes our self-doubt ✨ Challenging sexist comments with confidence ✨ Raising sons and daughters through a feminist lens ✨ The “default parent” load and in...
2025-12-051h 05
Not Another Mummy PodcastNicky Denson-Elliott: Parenting as a feminist, reclaiming her name and unlearning “good girl” conditioningThis week's guest is Nicky Denson-Elliott - professional feminist.Nicky has worn many hats in the last few years - founder of gender neutral kids' clothing brand Wilder Ones, writer for Grazia and Stylist , podcaster on Women's Business and more recently founder of The Wilder Collective, a women's community.One thing that runs through it all is feminism.We chat about how feminism shows up in her parenting (spoiler alert, it involves a lot of saying "or her"), why she reclaimed her birth name recently and why unlearning good girl...
2025-10-1650 min
Middling AlongNicky Denson-Elliott on Good Girl Economics, redefining our worth and unlearning internalized misogynyMy guest this time is Nicky Denson-Elliott – serial entrepreneur, founder of the Wilder Collective and host of the Women’s Business podcast. Nicky is focused on elevating female founders and redefining success beyond conventional hustle culture.
We explore the realities of building businesses as women plus the latest research behind internalized misogyny (the internal dialogue and conditioning that influences how women value their work and themselves).
Join us as we take a tour through Nicky’s career pivots, from launching an events business to starting a unisex kids’ clothing brand during the pandemic, to launch...
2025-09-2332 min
Women's Business#85 From A Devastating Accident To A Mobility Revolution: Amelia Peckham of Cool Crutches Shares Her StoryIt's the first episode of the new season and I'm delighted to share this brilliant episode with Amelia Peckham, founder of Cool Crutches. Amelia shares her truly unbelievable story of how a life-altering accident in her early twenties changed the course of her life, after she was faced with the challenges of using conventional crutches during her rehabilitation, and set out to create a better solution, ultimately founding Cool Crutches. We discuss her journey from the devastating accident to the creation of her innovative product, her experience in the conventional workplace as a disabled person, and the rewarding moments...
2025-09-081h 13
Women's BusinessSummer Series #04: Hormone Health and Self-Advocacy with Leah Christian from The House Of HormonesIn this final episode of the Summer Survival Series I speak to Leah, a psychologist turned women's health advocate, about sustaining hormonal health and advocating for yourself. Leah shares her journey into the world of women's health, driven by personal experiences and the lack of adequate education for her daughter. We discuss the importance of symptom tracking, the benefits of HRT, and how women should prioritise themselves. Leah emphasises the need for a supportive community and the shift in conversations about midlife hormone changes. Tune in to learn how to better understand and advocate for your hormonal health.
2025-08-1140 min
Women's BusinessThe Better Halves Project Ep03: New Parenthood From His PerspectiveThe question this week is from me! I wanted Drew to speak honestly about his perspective on becoming a parent, and everything that entailed in terms of work, home, and finding his way as a dad. We talk about the transition to parenthood, the struggles of finding our roles, and the importance of male allyship. Drew opens up about the feelings of being undervalued at home, adjusting expectations, and the societal conditioning that affects our views on household responsibilities. We also discuss the mental load of unpaid labour, the benefits of shared responsibilities, and the significance of having open...
2025-08-0637 min
Women's BusinessSummer Series #03: Mindset, Money, and Motivation with Claire HillIn this episode on the theme of 'sustain' I speak to Claire Hill, a self-belief and business coach, about sustaining our mindset during summer. Claire shares her go-to mantras, the importance of self-belief, and practical strategies to balance business and family life. We discuss tackling self-doubt, the importance of setting boundaries, and defining our own version of success. Claire also dives into how to handle procrastination and the significance of rest versus resisting growth. For more insights and to join us at the Wilder:LIVE this October. Find Claire's website here Find Claire on Instagram h...
2025-08-0430 min
Women's BusinessThe Better Halves Project Ep02: Is He Immune to Dust?In this episode our listener question is all about how to get your husband to notice dust when he seems immune to dust. In other words... how to get him to get involved in the unpaid labour at home. We talk bout how we tackle the invisible labour and ingrained gender roles in our household, as well as sharing practical steps for dividing tasks, overcoming traditional expectations, and breaking down the mental load. This episode covers writing down tasks, having open conversations, and the importance of mutual respect. We also reflect on personal experiences, the impact of modeling behavior...
2025-07-3037 min
Women's BusinessSummer Series #02: Movement For Joy And Public Speaking Confidence With Emma ZangsIn this episode of Women's Business, I speak to Emma Zangs, a movement teacher and choreography and public speaking coach. Emma shares insights on the importance of movement for staying grounded and coping with the chaos of summer, especially for those juggling parenting and work. She discusses the role of dance in connecting with our bodies and emphasises the value of playful movement practices. We also delve into the benefits of public speaking through body awareness and the empowering concept of clowning to embrace silliness and reduce anxiety. Emma offers practical tips and simple movement exercises to help reconnect...
2025-07-2839 min
Unlearning with LauraDismantling the Patriarchy with Nicky Denson-Elliott: A Conversation on Internalised MisogynyEpisode 5, Season 2: Nicky Denson-Elliott on The Wilder Collective, Internalised Misogyny & Redefining WomanhoodIn this powerful and honest conversation, I’m joined by Nicky Denson-Elliott: serial entrepreneur, founder of the fabulous online community The Wilder Collective, host of Women’s Business podcast, and champion of female founders.We talk about:What internalised misogyny really looks like in everyday lifeThe role of men in feminismGoing alcohol-free & navigating perimenopauseGender norms and confidenceWhy we need to take up space & stop apologisingAnd why every woman deserves new undies!🎧 Nicky’s passion for dismantling the rules wome...
2025-07-2556 min
Women's BusinessThe Better Halves Project Ep01: Is Allyship A Dirty Word?In this first episode of The Better Halves Project Drew and I are diving into a listener question: how to even start these conversations at home with a partner who rolls their eyes at the mere mention of allyship. We share our personal journey and practical advice, emphasising open dialogue, setting boundaries for conversations, and the importance of mutual respect. This candid conversation aims to inspire meaningful discussions in your home about gender equality and respect. If you enjoyed this conversation please join the conversation on Instagram here. 00:00 Introduction to the Better Half Project 00:58 Firs...
2025-07-2331 min
Women's BusinessSummer Series #01: Marketing Non-Negotiables with Katie SkeltonIn this first of my Summer Survival Series I speak to Katie Skelton, former guest of the full pod, and an email marketing expert, about the importance of sustaining visibility and sales even during the summer slowdown. We discuss the concept of selling as a commitment to yourself, how to build and maintain a consistent writing habit, and the significant impact of genuine human connections on business success. Katie also shares her non-negotiables that help keep her business thriving and her strategies for balancing work with quality family time during the holidays. We wrap up with practical tips on...
2025-07-2133 min
Women's Business#84 Sisterhood, Success and Navigating Separation with HR Katie AKA Katie Elliott (my sister!)It's a family affair this week, as in the last full episode before the summer break I'm interviewing my sister, Katie Elliott (AKA HR Katie) about her career journey, juggling work-life balance, and navigating the challenges of ambition and family life. We discuss her experience in HR, starting her own business, and the impact of her recent breakup on her professional and personal life. Katie shares her insights on the importance of knowing oneself, the role of unpaid labour, and how she found her balance between career and motherhood. Tune in for an honest and heartfelt conversation filled with...
2025-07-141h 03
Women's Business#83: From Self-Loathing To Self-Love and the Birth of Lu in Luland AKA Lu Feathersone*Trigger warning: sexual assault In this episode, I speak to Lu Featherstone, the vibrant and inspiring personality better known as 'Lu in LuLand' on Instagram. We dive into Lu's colorful and bold life journey from growing up as a vicar's daughter, serving in the Armed Forces, to moving to America and undergoing a transformative self-love revolution following her divorce. Lu candidly shares her struggles and triumphs, including dealing with postnatal depression, financial troubles, a self-diagnosed ADHD, and the powerful shift towards embracing authenticity and building community. We also explore her role as a confidence coach, and her a...
2025-07-071h 24
Women's Business#82 Organisational Rebel: Grace Mosuro on Making Inclusion UnavoidableThis week's episode feels special. It feels like one everyone should hear, and in it I speak to Grace Mosuro, an organisational development consultant, inclusion coach, and strategist. Grace shares her compelling journey rooted in her experiences as a black, Nigerian-born, UK-raised woman, touching on her early career, overcoming workplace marginalisation, and her shift towards focusing on diversity and inclusion. We delve into fundamental lessons for founders, the significance of intersectionality, the importance of finding joy in daily life, and how resilience shaped her leadership post-breast cancer. Join us as we explore how to build inclusive workplaces and the...
2025-06-301h 04
Women's Business#81: From A Shopping Addiction to Uncluttered Living With Jenn Jordan AKA OrjeniseIn this episode I speak to Jenn Jordan, professional organiser and founder of Orjenise about her unique path to finding her life's calling. Jen wasn't always an organised person; in fact, she was messy and struggled with a shopping addiction. We delve into her early career, time on tour with her rockstar husband, and the moment she realized she needed to declutter her life. Jenn shares the emotional complexities of letting go of sentimental items and offers practical tips for anyone looking to start their own decluttering journey. We also explore Jenn's views on work-life balance, success, and her...
2025-06-231h 04
Women's Business#80 For The Love Of Art Over Artists with Imogen PartridgeIn this episode of Women's Business, I speak to Imogen Partridge, a talented watercolor illustrator (and friend), about her journey from a career in interior design to launching her own successful art business. We delve into Imogen's early influences, her battles against the 'struggling artist' narrative, and the power of creativity in personal and professional growth. Imogen shares insights on how she cultivated her audience, managed the transition from traditional employment to self-employment, and the various revenue streams that support her creative enterprise. We also touch on the importance of maintaining a healthy mindset, balancing family life...
2025-06-161h 00
Women's Business#79 From Doodled Dreams To Dragons' Den With Creator Of Mood Bears Joanna Proud In this episode I speak to Jo Proud, the founder of Mood Bears - emotional support bears designed to help children (and adults!) understand and express their emotions. Jo shares her incredibly inspiring story, which began with a late-night idea that was born out of her own mental health struggles. From creating her first prototype to importing a shipping container full of bears from China, Jo discusses the challenging and gratifying journey of building her business. We also delve into her personal life, touching on her upbringing and the choices she made to go against her mother's wishes to be...
2025-06-0950 min
Women's Business#78 From Chick Lit To Letting Go Of Labels With Author Jane GreenMy guest today is the utterly inimitable Jane Green, international bestselling author of books like Mr. Maybe and Jemima J, which put her at the forefront of the Chick Lit genre back in the late nineties. We delve into how her writing has evolved with her life, including her experience of divorcing after 18 years of marriage and starting anew in Morocco. Jane shares insights on internalised misogyny, the challenges and joys of creative reinvention, and how she balances work and personal life. We discuss her journey from journalism to fiction and now memoir writing while she recounts the pivotal...
2025-06-0258 min
A Woman's Guide to Starting FiresEP2: Nicky Denson-Elliott: Elevating Women Through CommunityIn this conversation, Nicky Denson-Elliott, founder of The Wilder Collective, discusses her journey in creating a supportive community for women entrepreneurs. She emphasises the importance of evolution in both business and personal lives, the role of humour in tackling serious topics, and the impact of women's choices on future generations. Nikki also addresses the challenges of internalised misogyny and the significance of celebrating each other's successes in fostering a positive environment. In this conversation, Rebecca and Nicky Denson-Elliott explore the themes of collective consciousness among women, the challenges of unlearning internalised misogyny, and the importance o...
2025-05-2959 min
Women's Business#77 Redefining Women's Media with Stylist's Lisa SmosarskiIn this episode I speak to Lisa Smosarski, the award-winning editorial director of Stylist magazine, about her incredible journey in the magazine industry. From her early career in iconic nineties magazines to launching and leading Stylist, Lisa shares insights on evolving media landscapes, internalised misogyny, and the impact of motherhood on her career. We discuss Lisa's North Star of creating intelligent, feminist content that doesn't bow to the trends of clickbait, and the need for systemic change to support working mothers. Lisa's story is one of resilience, reinvention, and unwavering passion for her work. Find Lisa on Instagram here Find S...
2025-05-191h 03
Women's Business#76 There's No Forgetting Sara Marshall: The Strategic Mind Of A Human PowerhouseIn this episode I dive deep into the life of Sara Marshall, an extraordinary strategic advisor who has worked with some of the world's biggest corporations and now runs her own consultancy. Sara opens up about her career journey, from early experiences in her family to the heights of being a Senior Vice President at Universal Pictures and her struggle with work-life balance. She shares the personal challenges she faced, including sexism in the workplace, her divorce, and the unique route she took to become a solo mom by choice. Sara's insights into strategic thinking, the importance of understanding...
2025-05-1259 min
Women's Business#75 Embracing Ambition and Finding Flow with Sophie GriffithsIn this episode of Women's Business, I speak to Sophie Griffiths, a strategic marketing and meta ad specialist who shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship. Sophie discusses her earliest work memories, dealing with her father's frequent redundancies, and the significant impact of burnout she experienced at various stages of her life. We delve into how she transitioned from a high-achieving corporate career at British Airways to facing an unexpected redundancy during her maternity leave, leading to a crisis of confidence. Sophie opens up about her diagnosis of ADHD, overcoming the challenges of motherhood while building a business...
2025-05-051h 01
Women's Business#74 Why Childcare Is Infrastructure: Koru Kids Founder Rachel CarrellIn this episode I speak to Rachel Carrell, founder of Koru Kids, a pioneering business that leverages technology to connect parents with nannies, offering a revolutionary approach to childcare. We discuss Rachel's diverse background, from the NHS to the mining industry, and her journey from supporting other businesses to launching her own. Rachel shares her views on the critical importance of childcare as infrastructure, the challenges and triumphs of scaling Koru Kids from a London-based startup to a UK-wide service, and the role of technology in transforming childcare. She also reflects on her personal experiences, including her life-changing scholarship...
2025-04-2850 min
Women's Business#73 Finding Strength: From Addiction To Life-Saving Curiosity With Amber Keatley-ShaikhTrigger warnings: loss, addiction, eating disorders In this quite amazing episode of Women's Business, I speak to Amber Keatley-Shaikh, a women's health coach who has been on her own incredible journey of building resilience and self-discovery. Amber takes us all the way back to childhood trauma and the heroin addiction that nearly killed her, before we discuss how she found a curiosity that kept her moving forward, before discovering strength and purpose in counselling and occupational therapy. Now, she and her wife run a female-only gym, balancing careers and family life. Amber shares her powerful insights on o...
2025-04-211h 02
Women's Business#72 Feeding Your Mind: The Transformative Power of the Gut With Dr Emily LeemingIn this episode of I speak to Dr. Emily Leeming, a microbiome scientist, registered dietician, former chef, TEDx speaker, and author of 'Genius Gut: The Life-Changing Science of Eating For Your Second Brain'. We dive deep into the transformative power of nutrition, the roles of the gut microbiome and mental health, and share practical tips on adding beneficial foods to your diet without a complete overhaul. We also discuss Emily's unique career path, from working on superyachts to launching her own clinic and eventually contributing to groundbreaking research. Discover how small changes can make a big impact on your...
2025-03-3159 min
Women's Business#71 From Social Work to Social Impact: Anna Anderson on True CommunityIn this episode, I speak to Anna Anderson, founder of Kindred, a community space in Hammersmith. We dive into Anna's early experiences and insights on the value of community, and how that sparked an early interest in being of service to others. Anna shares her journey from social work to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the need for true community and the issues we face in society around loneliness and social connection. We discuss her experiences, challenges, and insights on social business, the impact of the pandemic, and the importance of government and business collaboration. Join us as we dive into Anna's...
2025-03-2451 min
Women's Business#70 Where Fashion Meets Feminism with Stacey Grant-Canham, Founder of Black & BeechIn this episode I interview Stacey Grant-Canham, founder of the ethical clothing brand Black & Beech. We discuss Stacey's unique journey, from crafting teething necklaces during maternity leave to building a brand that combines her passions for feminism and sustainable fashion. Stacey shares her complex childhood experiences, her radical transformation from academia to entrepreneurship, and how her personal values shape her business. We delve into the challenges of balancing motherhood and raising feminist kids, to the challenges of managing a business, and advocating for social justice. This episode is filled with valuable insights on resilience, integrity, and the...
2025-03-171h 02
Women's BusinessTech Giant Martha Lane Fox on Building Lastminute.com And BeyondIn this episode I speak to Baroness Martha Lane Fox, a pioneering figure in the technology sector and founder of lastminute.com. The conversation covers a range of topics from Martha's upbringing with hardworking parents, her early career experiences, and the founding of lastminute.com during the dot-com boom - plus how they navigated business when the dot-com bubble burst. Martha also opens up about her life-changing accident and how it reshaped her career path and life entirely. We discuss the challenges faced by women in tech, the importance of digital literacy, and Martha's efforts to support female founders...
2025-03-1043 min
Women's Business2nd Birthday Episode! A Partnership in Progress: Love, Life, and Lessons Learned with Andrew Elliott (My Husband!)I can't believe Women's Business is 2! And to celebrate this milestone a different episode where I have invited my own husband onto to pod, to reflect on our journey and everything we're both learning through my work here on this pod. So, the much-mentioned Drew AKA Andrew Elliott is the first and only male guest on the show. This conversation covers modern life through a male lens, including Drew's childhood experiences, feelings about being a feminist, coping with financial dynamics in marriage, and fatherhood through IVF and premature birth. We also touch on societal pressures, mental load, and finding balance in p...
2025-03-031h 03
Women's BusinessPR for the People: Making Public Relations Accessible with The PR Set Founder, Pippa GouldenIn this episode, I welcome Pippa Goulden, founder of The PR Set to the pod. Pippa shares her journey from working in traditional PR agencies to launching her DIY PR membership aimed at helping small businesses, startups, and entrepreneurs, but also shares how launching the business enabled HER to create the work/life balance she wanted for herself. We also dive into what PR actually is, the importance of using it as an integral part of your marketing strategy and not an afterthought, misconceptions around it, and how small businesses can leverage it strategically without needing large...
2025-02-2453 min
Women's BusinessPioneering Wellness: Nicola Elliott on 20 Years of NEOMIn this episode of Women's Business I meet Nicola Elliott - haver of great name first and foremost, but also founder of NEOM Wellbeing - who discusses the inspiration behind her brand that originated from her own experience with burnout. Nicola shares her journey from working in journalism to becoming an entrepreneur, the deep intent behind the look and feel of the NEOM brand, plus we dive into the challenges of balancing motherhood and business, the different standards we hold working mothers and fathers to, and insights on the importance of flexibility and hybrid working. She also reflects on...
2025-02-101h 01
Women's BusinessSingle Mum To CEO: Lauren Paver's Incredible JourneyIn this inspiration-packed episode of Women's Business Lauren Paver shares her remarkable journey from being a struggling single mum to completing a multi-million-pound management buyout of her company in the security industry. Lauren talks about her work ethic, her original stint as a holiday rep, and how she broke into the male-dominated field of security sales. She offers real, powerful insights into what it takes to succeed without traditional academic qualifications and the significant sacrifices she's made along the way. Lauren also details her challenges and triumphs in balancing motherhood and work, the sacfrifices she's made, and...
2025-02-0354 min
Women's BusinessFrom Period Poverty to Period Care Pioneer: Ruby Raut's Incredible Story of ResilienceIn this episode Ruby Rout tells me her inspiring story behind founding the UK's first fully leakproof reusable period-wear brand, WUKA. Ruby shares her incredible journey from growing up in period poverty in Nepal to moving to London with minimal resources, and ultimately establishing WUKA after an initial (small!) cash injection, and bootstrapping to the point of running a multi-million pound business. Ruby's story is one of resilience, innovation, and community-building. We talk about the challenges Ruby has faced, her unique approach to product development, and the importance of staying true to your values. A great listen for any...
2025-01-2757 min
Women's BusinessReimagining Education: Leanna Barrett's Journey from The Welsh Valleys to Forest School FounderIn this episode I interview the remarkable Leanna Barrett, founder of Liberty Woodland School, the UK's first fully outdoor school. Leanna shares her inspiring story, from being the first in her family to attend university, to pioneering the forest school movement in the UK, fighting against dissenting voices time and time again to pursue her mission to create a better educational environment for her own children. We discuss Leanna's business challenges of scaling and selling her nursey business, plus the challenges of founding a school with no prior expeience, as well as diving into Leanna's fascinating approach to education, with a...
2025-01-201h 03
Women's BusinessFrom Short Term Plan to Celebrating Ten Years In Business: Carrie Elizabeth's Heart-Led Founder Journey Even when the plan is just to match your previous salary - amazing things can happen! In this episode I speak to Carrie Brice, the founder of Carrie Elizabeth Jewellery, about her journey from being a buyer for high street retailers to establishing her own demi-fine jewellery brand. Carrie shares her experiences growing up in a family of entrepreneurs, the influence of her parents' work ethic, and the challenges and triumphs in founding and growing her business. We discuss how she funded her first collection, the importance of knowing your USP, and how she maintains a meaningful connection with her...
2025-01-1351 min
Women's BusinessThe Rage, Resilience & Transformation of A Woman with Salima SaxtonWelcome back! And we're back with a brilliant episode covering so much of motherhood and womanhood with the wonderful actor-turned-coach, podcaster, and co-founder of the feminist mental health platform Women Are Mad, Salima Saxton. In this episode we explore Salima's journey from acting to coaching, the complex dynamics of her multi-heritage background, and how motherhood profoundly shaped her professional path. Salima shares candid insights about how she went from identifying as 'not an angry person' to recognising rage as an emotion to get in touch with her own, and the transformative power of self-reflection as part of that process. This...
2025-01-061h 00
Women's BusinessBehind The Broadcast: Balancing The Public Persona and Personal Journey of Emma BarnettIn this final episode before the break I talk to Emma Barnett - journalist, broadcaster and friend - as she takes me through her life and career journey. Known for her work on Woman's Hour, Newsnight, and now the Radio 4's Today Programme, Emma takes me back to her first roles, discusses the moment she felt she'd broken through, the rejection she's faced along the way and the entrepreneurial spirit that has helped her forge her own path. All of this lived through the lens of chronic pain from endometriosis. We also talk career ambition, Emma's coining of the phrase 'm...
2024-12-161h 07
⚡️The Mischief Movement Podcast⚡️Ep.62 The Wilder Way: Redefining Female Entrepreneurship with Nicky Denson-ElliottEnjoyed this episode? Send me a text!Nicky Denson-Elliott, founder of The Wilder Collective, joins us to shake up the ordinary and reimagine a life of bold purpose. Together, we challenge the conformity of hustle culture and explore Nicky’s transition from creating a kids' unisex clothing brand during lockdown to leading a thriving community for female founders and freelancers. Nicky’s “wild thinker” philosophy inspires us to dance between society’s expectations and our own authentic paths, crafting a life that celebrates the beauty in the everyday chaos.We discuss modern entrepreneurship and balancing life’s dem...
2024-12-0941 min
Women's BusinessCurve Balls, Resilience, Vision & Values: Building Beyond Nine with Naomi Raybould In this episode, Naomi Raybould - founder and creative director of clothing brand Beyond Nine - shares her journey from facing thyroid cancer to overcoming personal tragedy and navigating a successful career pivot to create a million-pound clothing brand designed to empower women at all stages of life. Naomi and I discuss how switching roles at home has impacted her and her family, plus we dive into the external perceptions of that, plus the challenges of balancing a fast-growing business with cash-flow demands, and the power of resilience and adaptability in entrepreneurship. We're talking breaking societal norms, valuing empathy in...
2024-12-0959 min
Women's BusinessThis Woman's Work: A Deep Dive into Toxic Productivity and Empowerment with Tamu ThomasIn spite of being a shining light of a human being, Tamu was not immune to burnout, and it features in her story like it does in so many - but in Tamu's case she knew there was more for her and used it as an opportunity to do a lot of self-work, and start again, and the insight she has gained - and now shares - as a result, is truly transformative. In this episode Tamu breaks down toxic productivity, where it comes from and what it means for us, plus how to tackle hard conversations at home. We a...
2024-12-021h 03
Women's BusinessMotherhood, Mental Health, and Marketing Success: Insights from Sophie Harris AKA Looking After MumIn this episode Sophie Harris AKA Looking After Mum shares her journey from her early days in the mental health sector, and dealing with childhood experiences, to building a thriving private practice during the pandemic - throwing an unplanned pregnancy in the mix too. The conversation delves into the struggles of motherhood, the challenges of balancing work and family life, and Sophie's incredible growth on social media, amassing 100,000 followers by honing her content strategy. Sophie also opens up about handling online negativity and the importance of setting boundaries. We also talk rage, common relationship issues she sees in couples who are...
2024-11-2554 min
Women's BusinessWham!, Woo And Radio 2. Janey Lee Grace's Amazing Life Story and Journey Of Self-DiscoveryIf you're a radio fan you may know Janey Lee Grace's name, and you'll definitely know her voice, and in this episode Janey takes me on her fascinating journey, from aspiring pop star to a renowned radio personality. Discussing her time as a backing singer for Wham!, her brief pop fame with St. Etienne, and her transition into radio we also talk Janey's passion for natural health, her journey to sobriety, and her latest book. Janey offers insights on the importance of self-love, the power of setting intentions, and finding joy in everyday life. Find Janey on Instagram here Don't for...
2024-11-1851 min
Women's BusinessFeminine Fury: Unlocking Women's Rage With Psychotherapist and Author Jennifer CoxJennifer Cox is a psychotherapist, author, and co-host of the 'Women Are Mad' podcast and in this episode she takes me on her journey from a challenging childhood as a bright girl, with a severely autistic sister, that put her on the path to doing her current work in women's mental health. Jennifer shares insights into the hidden rage women feel, its impact on our health, and how societal systems continue to oppress women. The conversation covers her time working with men in prison settings, her transition to focusing on women's mental health, and the success of her book 'Women...
2024-11-1156 min
Women's BusinessFrom Financial Struggle To Six-Figure Revenue: How Consistency And Messaging Can Transform A Business, With Katie SkeltonIn this episode I speak to self-confessed 'massive email weirdo' Katie Skelton, a successful email marketing strategist who has turned her business around in the past year or so, from being lost and unsure what her 'thing' was, to building a six-figure business. Katie recounts her inspiring journey and talks about the power of having your back against the wall - when she was running out of ideas Katie invested in a course that helped her transform her business, through becoming known for what she does, and huge amount of commitment and consistency on her chosen platform: LinkedIn She shares ho...
2024-11-0455 min
Women's BusinessTenacity, Triumph and Tea: Candice Mason On How She Brewed Resilience And Success From DiscouragementIn this episode I speak to the life force that is Candice Mason, who runs a family business alongside her passion project: Mother Cuppa, a tea company making beautiful blends to help women navigate modern life. Candice shares her transformative journey from overcoming personal educational setbacks and dealing with undiagnosed dyscalculia, to defying everything she'd been told and thriving in her early career before joining the family coach business and founding her successful tea brand. You'll hear about her resilience through health struggles, such as early menopause, and her relentless campaign efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic that almost brought her f...
2024-10-2157 min
Women's BusinessMade for More: Teresa Heath Waring on Ambition Through Adversity, Money, Success and Life Your WayTeresa Heath-Wareing knew - in spite of it being challenged from day one - that she was made for more and in this episode she tells me how she got through some serious adversity and self-sabotage along the way to build a successful life and business. We delve into some of the myths that surround the idea of building an online business, the question of passive income, and how Teresa has created cut through in a very saturated space, focusing on authenticity, personal connections, and a willingness to work really hard doing the thing she loves. Teresa also candidly discusses her...
2024-10-141h 00
Women's BusinessRe-designing The Workplace For Parents With Amy Grilli, Founder Of The Five Hour Club In this episode Amy Grilli shares the transformative journey that led her to create the Five Hour Club, a job board aimed at providing flexible work opportunities for parents. Amy recounts her early career in education and her struggles with identity when considering the traditional path of stay-at-home motherhood. Her viral LinkedIn post, which expressed a collective frustration with work-life inflexibility, struck a chord with literally millions of people (14millino and counting!) and prompted the creation of a platform offering five-hour workdays to cater to parents. Amy discusses that with me, amidst the impact of societal judgment on women's roles, t...
2024-10-0754 min
Women's BusinessFacing Uncomfortable Truths, Letting Go Of Perfectionism, And The Power of Accepting Help With Anna MathurAnna Marthur a psychotherapist, author, podcaster and and mum of three, and in this episode Anna takes me on her journey from early entrepreneurial pursuits to her career in psychotherapy, and building her personal brand online, which started entirely by accident. Anna shares real truths on the difficulty of monetising the work that she started on Instagram for free, as well as offering insights on managing anxiety, the importance of accepting support, and overcoming perfectionism, and we also delve into themes from Anna's latest book, 'The Uncomfortable Truth,' on confronting life's greatest fears, including failure, not b...
2024-09-3057 min
Women's BusinessProof That You Can Grow A Purpose-Driven Business With Knitwear Designer Genevieve SweeneyGenevieve Sweeney is a designer and founder of a self-titled knitwear brand, who shares her journey into the fashion world with me, from working with big brands - both high street and designer - to founding her own business, where she prides herself on her commitment to slow fashion, British manufacturing and sustainable design. Genevieve was influenced early on by her grandfather's craftsmanship, and her passion for knitting started in childhood, and I love this episode because Genevieve is a gentle and considered woman, who shows that anyone can build a brand with purpose if they have t...
2024-09-2349 min
Women's BusinessEvolving Your Business As You Grow with Just Chill Mama AKA Rosey DavidsonMy guest today is Rosey Davidson, founder of Just Chill Baby Sleep. She's also known as Just Chill Mama on Instagram where she has grown an engaged audience talking all things parenting - to babies and beyond. Rosey takes us on her journey from corporate sales to becoming a renowned baby sleep consultant, driven by her own experiences as a mother, and her unique approach that she couldn't find online at the time. We also talk business growth, marketing strategies (or lack of!) and how becoming known in your field can lead to other opportunities. There's also great insight on sl...
2024-09-1649 min
Women's BusinessLucy Legal on Breaking Stereotypes at Home To Build A Business You Believe InIn this episode Lucy Wheeler, founder of Lucy Legal talks to me about her pre-destined journey into the legal profession, her experiences as a woman in a male-dominated field, and her transition from a conventional legal career to entrepreneurship when she realised she couldn't build the life she wanted in a conventional law firm. Lucy shares insights on balancing her professional life with motherhood, the challenges of setting up her own businesses, and the importance of legal integrity for small businesses, along with the story of how her and her husband decided to do things differently with their kids, and h...
2024-09-091h 01
Women's BusinessHow To Stop Apologising And Learn Confidence With Lauren CurrieIn this episode Lauren shares her journey from her early memories of seeing a strong work ethic in her parents, to founding UPFRONT, a business several years in the making. With her background in service design at the forefront of everything she does, Lauren has great insight on asking for feedback, and the power of using that feedback - both good and bad, to shape your business. Plus, we discuss finding confidence, how it can be learnt, and her mission to teach it through her Bond programme, with tips for listeners on unlearning societal expectations to boost their own confidence...
2024-09-021h 01
Women's BusinessRe-frames to make you re-think your life and the power of just asking with Kira MatthewsFinishing the current run of episodes with an absolute bang, Kira Matthews brings her unique perspective to Women's Business to set you up for summer. Not asking for the opportunities you want because of your audience size? Kira will make you think again about simply asking for what you want, asking again, embracing the rejection that may come - and separating that from yourself. She is the perfect example of someone practising what she preaches too, with stories of her own experiences that she shares, alongside her particular ideas on manifesting, what it is and how she does it...
2024-07-1556 min
Women's BusinessThe Building Blocks of A Scalable Brand And Organising Your Life With Michele FerronSometimes a conversation flows, and this is one of those, where Michele's story unfolded in the most natural way, with loads of learnings along the way. From her early life growing up in and around the family business, to her stint in marketing, to accidentally setting up a stationery brand, but then very intentionally scaling that brand, Michele has a really interesting story and useful insight into building a business with purpose in every sense of the word. Shop Once Upon A Tuesday here Find Once Upon A Tuesday on Instagram here
2024-07-0848 min
Women's BusinessChanging work/life to suit your individual needs, the benefits of under-thinking, and 10 minute marketing wins for everyone with Hannah IstedIn this episode marketing expert Hannah Isted talks to me about her journey to creating The Best 90 Days Ever - a membership based on daily ten-minute marketing wins - and writing a bestselling book of the same name, to help business owners nail their marketing with just ten minutes a day. Hannah's journey takes in her early interest in becoming a forensic scientist, before she got started in marketing and found a real flair for it, starting her own marketing agency in her early twenties. Hannah also talks to me about the chronic illness that means working f...
2024-06-2449 min
Women's BusinessAlice Loveday's Journey From Scorsese to Stop Motion And Notes On Creativity, Growth, And Finding A WayAlice Loveday first fell in love with stop motion when her Dad borrowed a camera from the BBC and made her teddy bears dance. Her fascination with the creative, tactile magic of the medium endures to this day, and in this conversation we talk about her beginnings in the film industry, her entrepreneurial mother, her lucky breaks, and how she ultimately came back to stop motion as a fun, personality-filled way for small businesses to showcase their products. However, Alice's journey has not been without challenges, and we talk about how she tackled growing the business (with a...
2024-06-1754 min
Women's BusinessTackling The UK's Maternity Crisis with Megan Rossiter Founder of Birth EdMegan Rossiter left a top private school to pursue her love for the stage, before jobbing in that profession and realising there was no clear plan, plus taking some knocks to her self-confidence, before taking a left turn into midwifery. That experience led her to eventually set up Birth Ed. Through her courses & UK top 10 parenting podcast, Megan has supported 1000s of families worldwide to prepare for satisfying, autonomous and confident experiences of birth & parenting. In this conversation we deep dive into the issues within the UK maternity system, Megan's thoughts on how to tackle that, and...
2024-06-1052 min
Women's BusinessLessons On Starting Again In Mid-Life and The Power Of People Who Believe In You Before You Believe In Yourself with Founder Carla SaullCarla Saull went through a difficult childhood and started pot washing at 13 years old, dropped out of school with one O level, and got married young, all before finding her person in her late twenties and starting again - for the first time, but not the last. Taking in a career break to raise her sons, and a business degree in her forties, Carla's determination to make something of herself and bring purpose to her life through work has been a red thread through her life, all supported by her husband who believed in her when she wasn't ready...
2024-06-0350 min
Women's BusinessFrom an unexpected pregnancy to raising a disabled child alongside growing a business, finding love and finding fitness with Ro Feilden-CookExcuse me while I take my hat off to this powerhouse of a woman who has been dealt so many of life's curveballs, and has handled them with grace and her own relentless optimism. Ro Feilden-Cook found herself newly single and pregnant in her last year of uni, only to find out she was actually expecting twins. Fast forward a short while to when her boys were less than a year old, and she recognised that one of them was developmentally different, and started out the long journey to getting his disability diagnosed. Ro persevered through the d...
2024-05-201h 03
Women's BusinessEmma Nicolet's Journey From Theatre School Kid to Joyfluencer And The Challenges Along The WayYou might know Emma Nicolet as your favourite self-confessed 'Joyfluencer' on Instagram where she shares snapshots of real family life, with palpable honesty, but I bet you don't know how she got there. From her experience of boarding at a performing arts school, and how that has impacted her confidence throughout the rest of her life, this story takes in how Emma's love of making people happy has been a thread throughout her career - whether that was in her first job at McDonald's, dressing up as Elsa for kids' parties, or presenting on the radio, it's...
2024-05-1355 min
Women's BusinessLetting Go Of The Constructs That Rule Our Lives, Working Alone Well, and The Liberation Of Being Bad With Rebecca SealRebecca Seal started her career moving up the ranks in print journalism, in a clear break away from the heavy work she had seen her parents do, before accidentally having a TV career, alongside being a cook book writer and journalist. But, when facing burnout from working alone and seeking a resource to help her through it - and finding there wasn't one - she wrote one herself, and so began a new phase of her career exploring more about mental health and wellbeing that would see her write a bestseller -Solo: How To Work Alone (And Not Lose...
2024-05-0656 min
Women's BusinessWhen Moving On From Your Business Can Set You Free with Emmy PughHow do you know when it's time to let your business go? Faced with comparison-itis online, alongside running a family, Emmy shares really openly here about her journey to doing just that. This episode takes in the full story, from the ego she was born with, to wanting to be famous, to channelling some of that into her clothing brand Sunday & Soul, to coming to the realisation that it was time to move on from it, and both the grief, and the feeling of freedom that came with that. Emmy's story echoes so much of my...
2024-04-2957 min
Women's BusinessFrom Managing A Portfolio of $500m to Helping Women Invest With Propelle Founder Ayesha OforiAyesha Ofori started her career in investment banking, with a simple view to paying off her student debt, but after advancing quickly and managing a portfolio of $500m, she realised the work didn't align with her values, and turned her hand to helping others build their wealth through property investment as she had, founding Black Property Network, followed swiftly by Propelle - a community, education and investment platform for women. Ayesha's insight on peeling back the curtain on investing and making it accessible for women is both fascinating to listen to, and highly informative, but she also ta...
2024-04-2258 min
Women's BusinessTools For Managing Anxiety After Healing from PTSD With EFT Practitioner Sarah TobinThis episode comes with a trigger warning for baby loss, which enters the conversation at 13 minutes in. Sarah Tobin started her career in advertising before a traumatic birth and the subsequent death of her daughter left her with PTSD, a physical pain in her chest every day, and a choice - to either give into the pain, or to move forward, choose happiness, and start healing. Sarah chose the latter, and this is her incredible story of resilience and the power of the technique she used then and still uses now to process the trauma she experienced...
2024-04-1556 min
Women's BusinessRebuilding After Burnout And Navigating Peri-Menopause with Former Hello! Editor Rosie NixonIn this episode, former Editor-In-Chief of Hello! Magazine Rosie Nixon, talks about her early love of magazines and how that laid the foundations for what she went onto do, tells me about her favourite scoops at the helm of Hello! but then offers total honesty on what happened as she approached burn out. The changes Rosie made as a result of that phase have set her up for this new chapter, enjoying a portfolio career to broaden her horizons, lower the stakes, and create more time for her family. She also tells me about the lightbulb moment s...
2024-03-2549 min
Women's BusinessWoman's Hour's Emma Barnett turns the mic on Women's Business Host Nicky Elliott for a special birthday episodeIn this second birthday episode, host of Woman's Hour Emma Barnett turns the mic on ME - Nicky Elliott - to hear my own career story. This conversation covers: My early memories of work How I stumbled into events How I founded my first business The mat leave project that became Wilder Ones How I feel about being a 'provider' My pivot into podcasting and empowering women My plans for the future Will total openness from the get-go on my financial losses and gains, lessons learnt, and my new mission, this episode is for anyone w...
2024-03-1859 min
Women's BusinessA Special Birthday Review Of The Year With Frankie Tortora (And Me!)In this special episode to celebrate ONE YEAR of Women's Business I've invited back my first ever guest – the one and only Frankie Tortora – to do a review of the year with me, pulling out some themes that have come up, got us all thinking, and sparked brilliant discussions. Frankie acts as both host and guest, picking the topics (out of her sparkly unicorn hat!) and discussing them all with me, sharing her personal experiences and stories, while I share my insight and highlights from the last 30 episodes of the podcast – what I've learnt, what I've loved, and wha...
2024-03-1153 min
Women's BusinessIgnoring Detractors to Find Joy and Magic In Your Business With Laura CruiseFrom whirlwind romances and moving across the world to starting her own coaching business and networking group - Laura Cruise has had a fascinating journey and it has left her filled with wisdom and perspective that everyone will learn something from. This episode covers so much, including: Why supporting other women can only lead to good things Acknowledging when something isn't serving you any more Tangible advice on how to work on an idea to get real confidence in it Allowing things to take time The problem with niching too soon And so much more beside...
2024-03-0448 min
Women's BusinessUnpacking why we attach self-worth to work with Lorna HaywardIn this episode, founder, marketeer, mum, and content creator Lorna Hayward takes me on her career journey that takes in everything from starting out in TV, to moving into marketing, to starting her own series of sell-out 'Pizzup' events almost by accident, but we also go deeper, delving into the recent events that led her to realise that she attaches so much of her self-worth to work. In the course of this discussion we tried to unpack some of the societal pressures that lead so many women to feel that way too, whilst also covering how we c...
2024-02-2649 min
Women's BusinessAuthor and Founder Liv Thorne on Making Life her life and career work as a Solo Parent by choiceIn this episode, author and founder Liv Thorne talks about her career as well as her solo parenting journey for the first time. Covering everything from the early life events that made her commitment-phobic, to her overwhelming desire to be a mother, more than a partner, we discuss how Liv ended up co-founding her own business at the same time as embarking on her journey to solo motherhood - something she went on to write a book about. We also discuss Liv's unique set of circumstances, how she makes life and career work with that in mind, as well...
2024-02-1254 min
Women's BusinessFloral designer and home educator Afia Bayayi on the power of looking at what's in your handsIn this episode floral designer and mum of three Afia Bayayi takes me on her fascinating journey from straight A student to teacher to business owner, with home educating three children thrown into the mix. Afia's insight on the education system, and the responsibility of teachers is fascinating, but so is her take on how she knew she'd be an entrepreneur, and how she found the thing that would take her on that journey, by - as she puts it - simply looking at what was in her hands. We also talk the life events...
2024-02-0544 min
Women's BusinessTelling Love Stories for a Living and the Benefits of Self-Publishing with Holly June SmithIn this episode, wedding celebrant and writer Holly June Smith talks to me about her lifelong love of storytelling, and her journey to becoming a self-published author. We discuss Holly's early foray into the world of film-making, her side step into the charity sector, and the myth of having it all that made her turn her love of love stories into a full-time job when she became a wedding celebrant, which she continues to do now alongside being a self-published author of some seriously great and spicy romance novels. Holly and I share a love o...
2024-01-2945 min
Women's BusinessCareer Trauma, Triggers and Healing Strategies with The Career Therapist, Lee McKay DoeIn this episode, Lee McKay Doe AKA The Career Therapist, opens up about her own climb up the career ladder, and the moments of trauma that triggered her to make a change and start to work to help others navigate career trauma, burnout, and stress. From discussing conditions of worth, to purpose, and the deep work required to unlearn some of our behaviours, this episode is a deep dive into how early trauma can impact our careers, and how career trauma can in turn impact our lives. Plus, Lee gives advice and suggestions for our own self-reflection t...
2024-01-2249 min
Women's BusinessFounder of PR Dispatch Rosie Davies-Smith on peeling back the curtain on PR, a resilient move that saved her business, and how to do your own PRIn this episode Rosie takes us on her journey from being the school-hating, business-minded daughter of an entrepreneur, to falling into the world of PR and becoming a total disruptor in that space, with her no-billshit, product-focused approach that anyone can follow with great results. We also talk about Rosie's amazing resilience in pivoting her business when it was needed, all with a small baby on her and another one promptly on the way. Another true testament to the amazingness of women, you will take inspiration from Rosie's story, and tangible tips on building your brand, be it product-based...
2024-01-1539 min
Women's BusinessCyclical living advocate and slow business mentor Jen Wright on getting fired, getting free and the power of listening to your bodyIn this episode slow business mentor and cyclical living advocate Jen Wright talks about the power of listening to your cycle, along with tools on how to implement cyclical living in a simple way, that goes far beyond just your period. But we also cover so much more, from what we can learn from our children who take situations as they find them, to the power in being fired, to postnatal depression, the struggle of motherhood and re-imagining the workplace for women. We covered so much and this conversation really stayed with me. Serious food for thought! F...
2024-01-0856 min
Women's BusinessFounder of The Little Loop Charlotte Morley on the value of mat leave projects and breaking records on Dragons' DenIn this episode Charlotte Morley, founder of children's clothing rental website The Little Loop, talks to me all about her journey from the Ministry of Defence, to teaching, to tech, and ultimately founding her current business, which broke records on Dragons' Den as the first business to secure double the investment she had asked for, from double the dragons - Steven Bartlett and Deborah Meaden no less! There is so much to take on board in this episode - from paying it forward, to finding purpose, to the problems with academic measures of success, to starting a p...
2023-12-1849 min
Women's BusinessSay no to niching and 00s magazine culture with journalist and podcaster Alison PerryIn this episode, podcaster, journalist, content creator and mum of three Alison Perry talks to me about how she always wanted to write, and her journey from penning her own Sweet Valley High books, to working at some of the most famous magazines of the noughties, to writing her own book for twin parents. We also talk about why niching isn't on Alison's radar as she continues to adds more strings to her bow, with a recent foray into podcast production, alongside setting up her first physical business - a kids' sleepover party concept. PLUS... more to enjoy on...
2023-12-1150 min
Women's BusinessFounder of Not On The High Street Holly Tucker on unfinished business, woman power and purpose over profitIn this episode, self-confessed small business cheerleader Holly Tucker MBE, talks to me about the incredible full circle moment she's experiencing, setting up her new online marketplace Holly&Co, almost twenty years after she co-founded notonthehighstreet. In this deep dive into Holly's career we talk how different the landscape was when she first became an entrepreneur and set up her first business, and what gave her the drive to become the only woman to create two online marketplaces. Plus we talk the power of building her personal brand, finding the balance of purpose and profit, and the m...
2023-12-0450 min
Women's BusinessBeauty brand founder Laura Mallows on self-belief, body image, and building a brand for the TikTok generationIn this episode, Laura Mallows - founder of Mallows Beauty - talks to me about her incredible journey from dropping out of her uni course to pursue her passion, to how hand sanitiser funded the beginnings of her brand, and accidentally becoming a direct-to-consumer business thanks to a pandemic and pivot into selling on Instagram and TikTok, which saw her follower count and her orders blow up. Laura is a whirlwind personality with so much determination and self-belief, who also talks candidly about her issues with body image, which were a huge factor in her starting the business and...
2023-11-2746 min
Women's BusinessFirst-wave influencer Clemmie Telford on Instagram then and now and changing ambitionClemmie Telford is a cretive director, content creator, writer and podcaster. In this episode Clemmie and I take a deep dive into her early career and ambition, her stint at Facebook, and how she became a first-wave Instagram influencer, plus we talk changing ambition, going sober, and what might be next for her. Find Clemmie online at the links below: https://motherofalllists.com/ https://www.instagram.com/clemmie_telford/ https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/but-why/id1553074696 https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/honestly-podcast-with-clemmie-telford/id1460659769 -------------------- ...
2023-11-2042 min
Women's BusinessFrom astrophysics to fast fashion's failings with Sam TaylorSam Taylor is founder of The Good Factory and is now partnering with DeRonde Creative Hub to make the fashion world a better, more sustainbale and ethical place. From the sexist attitudes that killed Sam's early ambitions to study astrophysics, to the family legacy that led to her entering the world of clothing manufacture and production, Sam's journey is not only interesting, but offers essential listening on fast fashion, and arming yourself with the knowledge to make better buying choices. If you enjoy this episode please subscribe / follow for more For more conversations on women an...
2023-11-1347 min
Women's BusinessFrom being mixed race to raising boys with Kirstie Beavan, founder of Sonshine MagazineKirstie Beaven is the founder of Sonshine, a magazine all about raising boys for an equal world. For Kirstie, having her son left her floundering for resources on how best to raise him in the modern world, so she created one herself. This story takes us on that journey, from growing up with mixed heritage in a white area, to her education, to working in the arts, to starting her magazine and growing her online community as a safe space to hold important discussions about how we can build a future that is fair for all our...
2023-11-0653 min
Women's BusinessThe journey to becoming a full-time content creator at 40, with Kelly Taylor AKA Kids And The CommuteIn today's episode Kelly Taylor, AKA Kids And The Commute tells us about her Nan's work ethic that influenced her early on, her formative love of television and storytelling, her dream job at the BBC and her decision to leave that all behind to go all in on her role as a content creator, at the age of 40. This episode peels back the curtain on the life of a content creator, from securing brand partnerships to growing a thick skin and sharing your life online, all while carrying through the thread of storytelling that has always fascinated Kelly. Full o...
2023-10-3049 min
Women's BusinessExited founder Emmie Faust on investing in womenEmmie Faust, repeat exited founder and now leader of Female Founder Rise tells her fascinating story from selling photoshoot sessions for her first pay cheques, to accidentally finding her niche in the gambling industry, alongside the chance meeting with her business partner. Emmie talks about her mission now to get people to invest in women, and her community that brings women raising capital together with events and resources to support them. Throw having four children in the mix somewhere along the way, and this is a story sure to inspire. --------------- This episode is sponsored by...
2023-10-1640 min
Women's BusinessA career built around PLAY and notes on playfulness with Playful Den's Emma WorrolloWith a strong work ethic from the off, and after stumbling into a research role to meet a uni course requirement, Emma found her passion for analysing data, and the skills she honed as a result have led her on a fascinating journey through play and playfulness, working with some of the world's biggest brands along the way, and leading her to set up her consultancy business Playful Den. A must-listen for any parents, we also talk encouraging creativity in our kids, how to talk to our kids about their interests through the lens of work and careers, and...
2023-10-0954 min
Women's BusinessThe friendly face in fashion: Elizabeth Stiles on why a career in fashion is a viable choiceIn this episode, fashion consultant Elizabeth Stiles tells me about her journey into the world of fashion, through formative experiences (and horror stories!) at big brands, to capitalising on her expertise to become a consultant. A must-listen for anyone wanting to pivot into a career in fashion, or with children considering this career path, this episode has some really tangible advice to get you on the right track. ----------------- This episode is sponsored by Neon Digital Clicks, an e-commerce growth agency partnering with Shopify brands who are ready to scale. Working across Meta ads, TikTok a...
2023-10-0246 min
Women's BusinessFrom ADHD to life after loss with Stacey HealeStacey Heale is a writer, and fashion academic who has shared her life online for many years, including through the death of her husband, Greg, in 2021. Greg's death impacted Stacey and her life and work hugely, so of course we do discuss her grief journey, but I really wanted to make sure that this was Stacey's story, and it's a fascinating one at that. A must-listen for anyone who has - or thinks they have - ADHD, Stacey takes us through uni drop outs, early jobs, working through Greg's diagnosis, illness and death, and where that has led her...
2023-09-2546 min
Women's BusinessFounder of Don't Buy Her Flowers Steph DouglasSteph Douglas is the founder of personalised gifting company Don't Buy Her Flowers. Created to offer more thoughtful and personal gifts for new mums, the company has evolved to offer personalised gift boxes for all occasions. In this episode Steph talks about her early work life, the lightbulb moment that led her to setting up her business, the rollercoaster of running a small business, and the unplanned other directions that has led her in. We also discuss the struggle of sharing parental responsibilities, and Steph's personal journey to address the balance at home. Filled with small business insight, relatable...
2023-09-1847 min
Women's BusinessFrom running a rapidly scaling business to the importance of building a personal brand with Rachel HarrisIn this episode, Rachel Harris talks about her journey from maths-obsessed kid to founder of rapidly-scaling accountancy firm StriveX, which she is growing alongside her personal brand. As a disruptor of the 'pale, male and stale' stereotype that surrounds accountants, Rachel is re-writing the script on finance and accountancy, using her online platforms to grow her audience and her customer base, with amazing results. This episode will inspire everyone. Enjoy! https://www.instagram.com/accountant_she/ https://www.youtube.com/@accountantshe https://www.tiktok.com/@accountant_she This episode is sponsored...
2023-09-1153 min
Women's BusinessBeing a female in filmmaking and how ambition can move with Carly Claydon-DaviesIn this episode, Carly talks about her journey - from starting at the bottom of the film industry, to running her own business as a female filmmaker making award-winning short films. Plus we talk resilience, careers advice, and how ambition can move along a spectrum depending on your phase of life. Find Carly on Instagram here or visit her website here
2023-04-2439 min
Women's BusinessDesigner and podcaster Liz Mosley on the benefit of mat leave projects and setting goals that work for youIn this episode Liz talks about having a true vocation and the different ways she could have interpreted that, and the path she ultimately took to becoming a graphic designer. She also talks about the balance of working with kids, diversifying income streams, and how showing up and being consistent with your values can lead to opportunities you didn't expect. Find out more about Liz here.
2023-04-1747 min
Women's BusinessPartner in Wine founder Lucy Hitchcock on brand buildingIn this episode, Lucy Hitchcock talks about fighting against the concept of being a jack-of-all-trades, and instead asserts herself as master of a few, as she discusses how she runs her products-based business, and service-based business, whilst also building her personal brand.
2023-04-111h 14
Women's BusinessFrom Dragon's Den to googling it with serial founder Yvonne Aboagye-HobsonIn today's episode, serial entrepreneur Yvonne talks about her early career, her first foray into entrepreneurship - which led to an appearance on Dragon's Den - and chasing her ultimate dream to set up her own events space. Yvonne's 'feel the fear and do it anyway' attitude is totally infectious and will offer food for thought for anyone thinking about setting up their own business. Find out about Yvonne's event space here.https://www.tyrostudios.com/
2023-04-0345 min
Women's BusinessFounder of This Girl Talks Money Ellie Austin-Williams on finding her niche in financial education for womenIn this episode, Ellie Austin-Williams - founder of This Girl Talks Money - talks candidly about her early entrpreneurial spark, a big career change, and about being a woman in a man's world, as she builds her online educational platform talking to women about money. Find out more about Ellie here
2023-03-2743 min