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Excel against the Odds Planning for Business Interruptions When You Live With Chronic IllnessRunning a business with a chronic illness means learning how to navigate the unexpected. Flare ups, periods of illness and sudden drops in energy can interrupt even the best laid plans.In this episode of Excel Against the Odds, we explore how to plan for business interruptions in a way that protects both your health and your livelihood. Drawing on recent personal experience, this episode offers reassurance, reflection and practical guidance for navigating difficult periods without guilt or panic.This conversation focuses on acceptance, realistic planning and creating a business that can withstand the times...

2026-02-0112 min

Excel against the Odds Planning your year gently when you have a Chronic IllnessPlanning for a new year can feel overwhelming when you are running a business alongside chronic illness. Energy fluctuates, symptoms are unpredictable and traditional goal setting often feels unrealistic or even discouraging.In this episode of the Excel Against the Odds podcast, we explore how to plan your year in a way that supports your health rather than working against it. This is a gentle, realistic approach to business planning that focuses on intention, flexibility and sustainability, while still helping you move towards your goals.This episode is perfect if you want guidance and reassurance...

2026-01-0111 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Making Peace with Slow SuccessIn this episode of Excel Against the Odds, we explore what it really means to grow a business at a slower pace when you live with a chronic illness. If you have ever felt behind, frustrated with your energy levels or pressured by hustle culture, this episode will offer comfort, clarity and practical strategies to help you feel more confident in the way you work.What We Cover:Why slower business growth can feel like failureThe emotional impact of comparison and hustle cultureHow chronic illness changes the shape and...

2025-12-0112 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Interview with Georgina Colman, founder of PurplIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Georgina Colman.Georgina is the founder of Purpl, a platform dedicated to helping disabled people save money through meaningful discounts and exclusive offers. Living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and ADHD, she understands first-hand the financial pressures that come with managing a disability — and she’s on a mission to help others offset those costs and live more freely.As an ambulatory wheelchair user, Georgina knows what it’s like to face a loss of independence and navigate daily challenges. Her pas...

2025-11-0135 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Interview with Natalie Edwards, founder of Made in the Button RoomIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, i was delighted to interview Natalie Edwards about her experiences of running her craft business, Made in the Button Room, whilst living with complex nerve damage in her spine.Natalie is the founder of Made in the Button Room, small business based in Gloucestershire where playful crochet meets creative planet-kind making. From her sunny spare room affectionately called The Button Room, she designs original amigurumi patterns and kits such as the Button Room Minis range, creates eco-conscious crochet baubles, keepsake greetings cards and framed...

2025-10-0140 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Interview with Zoe Chapman, founder of the WhizzerZoë Chapman is the inventor of the Whizzer, the World’s tiniest toilet. The Bootstrapped Solo Founder, launched her business during the pandemic. Despite attempting the impossible, she knew how much her product could help millions so sacrificed everything and within a year of launching, she was approached to appear on BBC's Dragons Den. Her episode aired in 2023 leaving the nation tearful after sharing the challenging journey that had led to the launch of her multi-award winning product.Soon after securing offers from both Sara Davies and Steven Bartlett, she launched the adult version due to...

2025-09-0142 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Interview with Emily Forbes, founder of Wylde Wellbeing CoachingEmily Forbes is a published author, certified coach, and founder of Wylde Wellbeing. Emily has been on a personal journey through chronic illness, surgeries, moving towards wellness and finding ways to improve her wellbeing over the last few years.Emily’s book 'Too Hard to Swallow' is about her personal journey with chronic illness. It’s part memoir, part self-help, and in it, she shares how she found peace within the illness - and how you can too. She blends her personal story with scientific explanations and practices and exercises that will help you to magnify your own...

2025-08-0144 min

3Spoonies 3Spoonies on Supporting Disabled People To Work3Spoonies with Karen Duncan , Jo O’Neil and Claire Napper Episode Number 34: 17th July In this episode we look at Supporting Disabled People to Work Click this link for more discussions on disability ? https://www.youtube.com/@3Spoonies?sub_confirmation=1 Thank you for listening to this episode of 3Spoonies! If you enjoyed this episode, we would love for you to leave us a review, subscribe for our weekly update and share it with your friends! Feel free to come and join us on any of our so...

2025-07-1736 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Interview with Debbie-Lyn Connolly Lloyd Founder of a Model Agency Living with FNDIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I was delighted to interview Debbie-Lyn Connolly Lloyd, the founder of DL Models Ltd.Debbie-Lyn has FND and set up her business DL Models Ltd to empower people who lack confidence, to believe in themselves again and strive for their dreams, by sharing her story and changing standards in the fashion and beauty industry, so that they can feel represented, beautiful and more confident.In this episode, Debbie-Lyn talks about her experiences of running a business with a chronic...

2025-07-0139 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Interview with Jen Parker a book publisher with ASIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I was delighted to have the chance to interview Jen Parker, the founder of Fuzzy Flamingo, a book publishing business.Jen is a multi-award-winning business owner, editor and designer.She's passionate about books and her mission is to make publishing more transparent, less intimidating and more accessible for authors.Jen is also a published author herself having written her book:UNFLIP: Changing your life after a life-changing diagnosisJen...

2025-06-0146 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Interview with Pat PorterIn this month's episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Pat Porter, also known as Pat the Inventor!Pat is a problem-solving inventor, entrepreneur, and public speaker. As the creator of The Perpetual Bird Feeder and host of the Invisible Me podcast, she tackles everyday challenges—whether in baby products, accessibility, or wildlife care. Her podcast raises awareness about invisible health conditions and disabilities, educating and empowering listeners. Pat is also available for consultancy, coaching, an...

2025-05-0135 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Interview with Kristie NorrisIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting to Kristie Norris, the founder of ETA Girl Friday and Kristie's Sitters.Kristie Norris is an accidental entrepreneur, starting out in business in 2017 as a Travel Consultant after being made redundant. In 2020 made the change to become a Virtual Assistant and after running online networking sessions and supporting local groups get online niched down to a Zoom Producer to support online workshops and meetings. In 2024 after having to move out of her rental accommodation in...

2025-04-0434 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Interview with Joseph WilliamsIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Joseph Williams, the co-founder of Clu and Access to Funding. In this episode, we discuss his career, the barriers faced by disabled entrepreneurs and the Lilac Review.Joseph’s career began in a call centre, where he was regularly reported for asking too many questions. Autistic and deemed ‘trouble’, he was about to be fired—but fortunately, someone saw his problem-solving talent, called him an analyst, and that moment jumpstarted his career in technical innovation.Wit...

2025-03-0153 min

Sick Of It Entrepreneurship and Disability - Sarah BerthonIn this episode of Sick Of It, we’re joined by Sarah, founder of Excel Against the Odds and host of the Excel Against the Odds podcast. Sarah has a mission to help individuals with chronic illnesses and disabilities thrive in the workplace, whether as employees or entrepreneurs. Living with several chronic conditions, including PoTS, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, ME/CFS, and Chronic Migraine, Sarah brings a unique perspective to the conversation. She shares her experiences working in corporate settings and running her own businesses while managing these conditions. We dive deep into the challenges and successes of balancing chronic illness wit...

2025-02-1950 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - How to run your business in alignment with your healthThis episode marks four years of the Excel against the Odd podcast! In this episode, I tell you about my story and why I believe that it is important to learn to run your business in alignment with your health, I then take you through the five main ways you can ensure that your business works for you and your health. I hope you enjoy this episode! The Resilient Business Workshop 25/2/25: https://www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk/resilient-business-masterclass.

2025-02-0115 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Melissa Smith, the owner of a product business living with MEIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, it was wonderful to be joined by Melissa Smith, the Owner & Founder of Paws In Earnest. Melissa was diagnosed with M.E in 2020 and this led her to starting up her own business. Website: www.pawsinearnest.co.uk Email: hello@pawsinearnest.co.uk Socials: @pawsinearnest (Instagram, Facebook & TikTok) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-smith-676379121/ ----------------------------------------------------- Chronic Empowerment Hub Waitlist: https://start.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk/waitlist-membership-eato Workbook for running a successful business wit...

2025-01-0139 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Scott WhitneyIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I was delighted to chat to Scott Whitney about his organisation All 4 Inclusion CIC and his future plans. Scott acquired his disability aged 37 in 2020.There was no accident or long term illness, one day he woke up and his body decided to stop working. Since that day, it has continued to regress.Now a fulltime wheelchair user he has used this as his inspiration to support people like him and within the wider disability community.He founded All 4 Inclusion in 2022 a not for profit...

2024-11-0148 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Rachael MoleIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I had a fascinating discussion with Rachael Mole who has recently completed a research paper on disability and the work place. Rachael is a project management consultant, advisor and disability employment advocate. She works within accessibility and people management, looking at recruitment, onboarding and retention, and has recently completed a Churchill Fellowship research report on 'how to build inclusive and accessible work cultures to drive innovation within organisations', looking at case studies from the USA and Europe, which was published in September.

2024-10-0137 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Special Edition - 5 top tips for running a business with a chronic illnessIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I'm celebrating the 5 year anniversary of the Entrepreneurs against the Odds Community! This episode contains my top 5 tips for running a business with a chronic illness. Enjoy! To join the Entrepreneurs against the Odds Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/groups/entrepreneursagainsttheodds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk Workbook for running a successful business with a chronic illness: ⁠https://www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk/eato-workbook⁠ One to One Power Hour: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://start.excela...

2024-08-0514 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Zosia Krajewska, an IT professional living with IBDIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking to Zosia Krajewska about her experience of working whilst living with Ulcerative Colitis. Zosia is an IT professional living in London currently working in global corporate M&A. She is also a disability advocate raising awareness from personal lived experience and implementing inclusion-focused initiatives. As a result of her condition, Zosia is incredibly focused on her physical and mental wellbeing. She focuses on weight and cardio training 5-6 times a week, journals, meditates a...

2024-07-0136 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - interviews with Victoria Jenkins and Hayley Kellard to discuss the Lilac ReviewIn this month's episode I had the honour of interviewing both Victoria Jenkins from Unhidden and Hayley Kellard from Dotty about Braille about the Lilac Review. Victoria is the co-chair of the Lilac Review and both Hayley and I sit on the Steering Board. The Lilac Review is an independent, government-backed review looking at tackling the inequalities faced by disabled entrepreneurs. Launched on the 1st February 2024, the interim report was launched in May 2024 with recommendations for Government, Financial Institutions and Business Support Organisations.

2024-06-0139 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Jacqueline Samm, a virtual assistant living with MEIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking to Jacqueline Samm about her experience of running a business as a Virtual Assistant with ME. Jackie is a Cornish Virtual Assistant with a chronic illness, supporting chronic illness coaches with social media and general admin, so they can focus their energy on providing solutions for their clients. In this episode we discuss how Jackie runs her business in alignment with her health and the lessons she has learnt along the way. We also talk about...

2024-05-0138 min $Women\'s Health Unwrapped$

Women's Health Unwrapped #79: Navigating chronic illness and disability with strong healthChronic illness is rising fast, especially amongst women, and as more people struggle with their health because of these long-term illnesses and disabilities, many of which take years to be correctly diagnosed, continuing to work can become a huge problem. Sarah Berthon is here to share her story of navigating ill-health for many years and the toll it took on her physical and mental health as she tried to continue working as an employee. Sarah was finally diagnosed with ME, PoTS, and Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and now runs her own business supporting people with...

2024-04-0941 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Latasha Doyle, owner of a content strategy and copywriting agencyIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking to Latasha Doyle about her experience of running a business with Marfan Syndrome. Latasha Doyle is the owner of Uncanny Content, a full-service content strategy and copywriting agency. Her agency works with businesses owned by women, POC, disabled, queer, and other marginalized folks to help them amplify their reach without burning out. She also has Marfan syndrome and uses her platform to educate about systemic challenges disabled people face. In this insightful episode, we...

2024-04-0147 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - the importance of designing your business around your chronic illnessIn this weeks episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I delve in to why it is important to build your business around your chronic illness. We look at: Why your business should be chronic-illness friendly Considering business model and strategy Using technology and outside support Prioritising your wellbeing Redefining success Ensuring that you build an adaptable business And much more To download the free masterclass and business self-care checklist: 6 Secrets to Success Masterclass: https://start.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk/eato-six-secrets-masterclass Business Self Care Checklist: ⁠⁠https://start.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk/e...

2024-03-0114 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Erin Buck, a Virtual and Social Media Assistant with a Chronic Health ConditionIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking to Erin Buck about her experience of running a business with Chronic Pain. Erin, owner of Bizzybee a virtual and social media assistant service. She specialises in helping freelancers, small businesses, and entrepreneurs streamline their social media and business tasks, ultimately giving them more time and less stress to focus on growing their businesses. She also suffers from Chronic pain and foot drop caused by repeated disc ruptures and surgeries causing nerve damage starting her business journey to...

2024-02-0147 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Pacing with Shabnam RakhibaIn this week's episode of the Excel against the Odds Podcast, I have a special guest, Shabnam Rakhiba, who has joined me to talk about pacing. When you have a chronic illness, pacing can help you to find the balance that can enable you to achieve what you want to without making your illness worse. But what is pacing? And how can you fit it into your everyday life? Well, Shabnam explains all. Shabnam Rakhiba is a CPCAB qualified Life Coach & Chronic Illness Mentor. She has an extensive background...

2024-01-0146 min

Scenic Route through Midlife— Mindset, Society & Mental Health Entrepreneurship at Your Own Pace: Navigating Business and Chronic Illness with Sarah BerthonEver wished you could better manage your energy levels while juggling the demands of an entrepreneurial journey? Picture this: you're trying to launch your business, but your chronic illness is making it seem impossible. Well, you're not alone. Our guest today is Sarah Berthon, an entrepreneur who mastered running her business, Excel Against the Odds, despite her chronic illness. She's here to share her wisdom on the essential small changes that can significantly impact our energy levels and productivity.We tackle the importance of listening to our bodies, setting realistic expectations, and carving out time for regular...

2023-12-1251 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Small Business Saturday 2023 Special EditionThis Small Business Saturday, I invited my wonderful guests to record their thoughts on what running a business chronic illness means to them. With special guests: Karen Townsend Misty Ceramics https://www.mistyceramics.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/mistyceramics Deborah Bircham Live Well With Chronic Illness https://livewellwithchronicillness.co.uk/ Anita Barzey Motivate me tutors and Anita the Holiday Fixers http://anita.theholidayfixer.com/ http...

2023-12-0122 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Louisa van Vessem, a Business Strategist with Chronic IllnessesIn this episode I chat with Louise van Vessem about her experiences of running a business with a chronic illlness. Louisa is a business strategist and mentor from the North West of England. Think of her as your trusty wingwoman and the second brain you never knew you needed. Why? Because she's passionate about untangling your mind, connecting the dots and guiding you from where you are right now to where you want to be. Louisa is passionate about diversity and inclusion and this is demonstrated in the way she works. Whether it's one-to-one sessions or prov...

2023-11-0141 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Bee Higgins, a Copywriter with Crohns DiseaseBee Higgins is a creative copywriter, content writer and messaging mentor for heart-led small business owners ready to express their unique magic with words. From 1:1 mentoring sessions, done-for-you offerings and her group membership, Bloom With Bee, there are a myriad of ways to work with Bee to attract kindred clients and nip copy and content overwhelm in the bud. When she's not at her desk, you'll find her reading secondhand books, padding the village fields with her dog, and seeking poetry in everyday moments. In this fabulous discussion, we chatted about the importance of messaging in b...

2023-10-0141 min

Her Movement Podcast Entrepreneurs Against The Odds : UnstoppableIn this exciting episode of the "Her Movement" podcast, I had the honour of sitting down with Sarah Berthon…⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Sarah Berthon, founder of Excel against the Odds, tells us "people with chronic illnesses are much more likely to run their own business". ⁣Her goal is to create a better entrepreneurial environment for disabled founders. Join her community: ⁣⁣ https://www.facebook.com/groups/entrepreneursagainsttheodds/ ⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ 🔥 Join us as we dive deep into Sarah’s journey, uncovering the strategies, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped her path to success...

2023-09-3031 min

Living My Side Hustle: Inspiration for Anyone That Does Extra E31 - Sarah Berthon - How to Run a Side Hustle When You Have a Chronic IllnessE31 - Sarah Berthon - How to Run a Side Hustle When You Have a Chronic IllnessOur Guest - My name is Sarah and I’m a business and chronic illness mentor. I have a number of health conditions including Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, POTS Syndrome, ME, IBS and Chronic Migraine.Whilst living with these conditions, I have worked with a variety of blue-chip companies and have also set up both a product and service business. Prior to the onset of my chronic illnesses, I had an established career as a senior business co...

2023-09-1540 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Jenn Barnett, a culture change and EDI specialist and psychologist at Grant ThorntonIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I am delighted to be joined by Jenn Barnett, a culture change and EDI specialist and psychologist and UK Lead for ESG and EDI for the fifth largest professional services firm; Grant Thornton UK LLP. In this fascinating discussion, we discuss; - How chronic illness can affect your confidence in the workplace and how mentoring can help - Applying for promotion when your chronic illness is always front of mind - Adjustments and accommodations that organisations can make

2023-09-0132 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Amy Walters, a Brand Designer with Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder, PoTS and FibromyalgiaIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I am delighted to be joined by Amy Walters. Amy is the multi-award-winning Founder and Lead Designer of Bloom Creative, a design business based in Kent who support business owners with a range of services that enhance their brand, including bespoke branding & brand refreshes, eye-catching print design, and quality digital content. When she’s not working with clients helping them to level-up their business look, she enjoys travelling and eating good food! After a long diagnosis journey, she was diagnosed with 3 co-existing chronic conditions: Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder aka HSD (whi...

2023-08-0136 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - Choosing the Right Business StrategyIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I'm looking at the importance of choosing the right strategy for your business. Chronic illness can mean that we have limited energy to run our business and so we need to ensure that our business strategy give us a good return on our energy investment. In this episode, I look at why we need to find the right strategy, the different strategies to consider and when it is good to assess your business strategy. ...

2023-07-0110 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - the importance of listening to your bodyIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I examine how listening to your body and responding to its needs can be beneficial for your health and your work. Our bodies are great at letting us know when something isn't quite right, whether it's pain, stress or tiredness we're feeling, it is communicating its needs. Learning how to listen and how to respond can really help us. In this episode we look at why it's important to listen to your body, how doing this can positively impact your work and how to get into the...

2023-06-0112 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Jessica Lorimer a B2B Sales Expert living with ME / CFSIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I am delighted to be joined by Jessica Lorimer a B2B Sales Expert who has ME/ Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. I loved chatting to Jess and we covered some fascinating topics including what Corporate Organisations can do to better support employees with chronic illnesses along with some great tips on running a business with a chronic illness. Jess Lorimer is the UK's leading B2B Sales Expert for small business owners. Having been featured in Forbes, CityAM and Good Morning Britain, Jess is widely...

2023-04-0348 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Georgina Merckel a business service provider living with Generalised Anxiety DisorderIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Georgina Merckel. Georgina is the owner of TOPA, a Business Consultancy and Services Provider. She supports businesses by running, streamlining or assisting with their operations, HR, events functions and working on digital products to increase their income. She provides coaching and training on running a business and talks about her experience of generalised anxiety disorder. In this episode, Georgina talks about how her Generalised Anxiety Disorder manifests in physical symptoms and how she manages working while living with her conditions. Yo...

2023-03-0142 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Audrey Zannese, a sophrologist living with MSIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Audrey Zannese. Audrey Zannese is the founder of Step Into Sophrology. Sophrology was recommended to her by a French neurologist when she started the treatment for MS. It had such a positive impact on her life that she trained as a sophrologist and now helps women living with a chronic illness, pain and fatigue to take back control of their body and health so that they can live their lives the way they want. Audrey is also Director of Educa...

2023-02-0134 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Andrea Hanson, a motivational speaker and author living with MSIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Andrea Hanson. Andrea W. Hanson is a motivational speaker and the author of two books about having a positive mindset while living with a diagnosis; "Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis" and "Stop Carrying The Weight of Your MS''. She's also a master certified life & mindset coach who's lived with multiple sclerosis for over two decades. Her podcast, "Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis" features conversations with people who are creating extraordinary lives while living with chronic illness. Andrea teaches...

2023-01-0149 min

Live Your Life, Not Your Diagnosis™Owning Your Own Business While Protecting Your Health With Sarah BerthonMany business owners are living with a chronic illness. It makes sense - you can work on your own time, put your health first- you don’t have anyone to answer to you. Except then a lot of us realize that we’re not the best bosses, either. And our new beautiful business can tax our health just as much as working in corporate. Sarah Berthon is going to help us with that. As a business owner living with with several chronic illnesses (PoTS, Ehlers Danlos, ME and chronic migraine), she realized she had to create strategies to protect her...

2022-10-241h 03

The Healthy Business Podcast How to run a thriving business with a chronic illness with Sarah BerthonRunning any business is hard when you feel like you’re juggling lots of things but if you’re part of the 1 in 3 population that have a chronic health condition, being an entrepreneur can add an additional layer of complexity. Sarah Berthon spent years climbing the corporate ladder as a management consultant before she was forced to change direction. When diagnosed with several chronic illnesses (PoTS, Ehlers Danlos, ME and chronic migraine), she decided to set up and run a natural skincare business but quickly realised that she also needed to put strategies in place to loo...

2022-09-1544 min

Excel against the Odds Growing your Business when you have a Chronic IllnessWhen you have a chronic illness, it is easy to worry about the impact of growing your business and how it will affect your health. Yet in this episode, I explain why it can be beneficial to grow your business and how it can help your wellbeing. I also talk about how to grow your business in a chronic illness friendly way. Working with your health, rather than against it. Using processes and systems to help and exploring the use of outsourcing. I'm running a free Boost your Business training series in the Entrepreneurs against...

2022-09-0613 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Alexis Bushnell, a social media guideIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I enjoyed speaking to Alexis Bushnell. Alexis is a social media guide and founder of Social Media for Humans, a movement changing the way social media works from the inside. She busts myths and provides an honest, jargon-free explanation of algorithms and strategy to help business owners and individuals use social media effectively, ethically and in a way that's sustainable for both the human running the business and the planet. Outside of trying to ruin Zuck's master plan, she enjoys walking, dog agility with TiLi, her Bichon...

2022-08-0138 min

Proud To Be You EP 99 Let’s Talk about…Running A Business With A Chronic IllnessIn todays episode I am talking with my special guest Sarah Berthon from Excel against the Odds. Having set up and run a natural skincare business while living with several chronic illnesses, Sarah quickly realised that she needed to put strategies in place to look after her health while working on the business. Sarah realised that there was a need for others to learn the same techniques and set up Excel against the Odds to help other business owners with chronic illnesses protect their health. Sarah offers one to one mentoring an...

2022-07-1839 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Helen Dickman, a tutor and coachIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds podcast, I was delighted to be joined by Helen Dickman, an English tutor and a business coach at the Love Mondays Club. After being diagnosed with a rare degenerative condition (MED) at the age of 4, she has faced a number of challenges with her health, but this hasn’t held her back. In her own words: "My goals in life were very simple: I wanted a house, a dog and the freedom to make my own decisions." Feeling uninspired by the corporate world, Helen left the classroom...

2022-07-0128 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a chronic illness - an Interview with Pollie Rafferty, a storytellerIn today's episode, I was delighted to interview Pollie Rafferty. Pollie is an experienced storyteller and has been telling tales since 2005, She first started telling stories as a therapy to help her step out of crippling anxiety and move into a more positive personal story. She has since been exploring the power of stories and how they can impact our lives and business. She has a diploma in narrative therapy and is spending hours researching different stories, techniques and how we use stories every day. A Story is like the seed from a Dandelion. It can take root in any en...

2022-06-0138 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a chronic illness - an Interview with Jill Griffin, a career strategistIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Jill D. Griffin a career strategist and Gallup® certified Strengths Coach. She's spent 20+ building strategy and strengths-based cultures while creating repeated and consistent results. Jill has worked with Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Samsung, Mondelez, and Honda. Just as her career started to take off, Jill was involved in an accident that resulted in head trauma. She spent years learning how to leverage her mindset to work with the cognitive impairment. Today, Jill shows others how to leverage their strengths and their shift mindset towards possibility t...

2022-05-0143 min

The Wisdom-Led Business Self Care, Chronic Illness and Productivity with Sarah BerthonMany different obstacles can get in the way of our personal productivity. We can overcome many of these challenges by finding techniques to solve the problem, and don’t need to look back. But there are some obstacles that are not so easy to overcome. Like a chronic illness.Today I’m talking to Sarah Berthon. Sarah is a business and chronic illness mentor. Why? Because Sarah herself suffers from a number of chronic health conditions. So she understands first hand that those living and working with a chronic illness have additional challenges. She’s dedicated herself to suppor...

2022-04-2733 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a chronic illness - an Interview with Natasha Lipman, a journalist, podcaster and chronic illness bloggerIn this episode of the Excel against the Odds Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Natasha Lipman, a journalist, podcaster and chronic illness blogger. In this fascinating conversation, Natasha talks about how she works with a chronic illness, the move from working for the BBC to working as a freelance journalist and the techniques she uses to manage her energy and her work. I hope you enjoy listening to the episode as much as I enjoyed recording it with Natasha. You can find Natasha in the following places: @natashalipman www.natashalipman.com

2022-04-0155 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - an interview with Rebecca Thorne - an accessibility and disability educatorIn this episode, which was recorded in two parts, Rebecca talks about the importance of accessibility in business and how she is helping businesses to become more accessible. Rebecca is blind and has chronic illnesses and in this episode, she discusses how this affects her work and the changes that she has made to ensure that she can run a business while looking after her health. Rebecca has been one of my mentoring clients for the last 6 months and in the second part of the interview she discusses how mentoring has helped her to shape her business and the...

2022-02-241h 08

Excel against the Odds Working with a chronic illness - Investing in your businessIn this episode, I look at what you need to consider when investing in your business. The different ways in which you can invest and the positive impact that it can have on your business. I also talk about what to look out for and the importance of developing an investment strategy. I discuss investing in training, outsourcing, a mentor and memberships. I hope you enjoy! If you would like more detail about my mentoring you can find it here: www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk/working-with-me For more details about the Excel against the Odds Success A...

2022-02-1312 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a chronic illness - An interview with Dr Rebecca Williams Dinsdale about her work as an author and a coach while living with MEIn this episode. Dr Rebecca Williams Dinsdale talks about her journey with ME. She was diagnosed with severe ME when she was 17 years old and dicusses her determination to finish her studies and the work that she now does. She speaks about her life as a coach and an author, how she has learnt to adapt to living with her condition and who inspires her. To find out more information about Rebecca: Website: www.drrebecca.org.uk Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3xuL8hp. Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/drrebeccad/ F...

2022-01-2736 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a chronic illness - The importance of Business Planning when you have a chronic illnessThe start of the new year often involves making New Year’s Resolutions and the chance to dream big about what we might achieve in the forthcoming year. We might have important goals in our business, decide to work on our fitness or even achieve some long-held ambitions in our personal life. However, without a plan, a goal is just a dream, a desire. It isn’t enough to just set a goal or ambition, you will find yourself disappointed in 12 months time if that’s all you do. In order to make your goal a reality, you need to dev...

2022-01-1207 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a chronic illness - Interview with Sarah Berthon about running Excel against the Odds whilst living with a chronic illnessIn this episode, Sarah Berthon, the host of the Excel against the Odds podcast, talks about living with ME, PoTS Syndrome, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and Chronic Migraine. Sarah talks about how her health conditions have affected her work and how they have inspired her to set up a business helping other people with chronic illnesses in the work place. The interviewer for this podcast is David Pope. I hope you enjoy this episode. David Pope: www.healyourgrief.co.uk Instagram live interview: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CO2rR3MjqZ9/?utm_medium=copy_link

2021-11-0424 min

PRÉSENT.E Ingrid Berthon Moine #29C’est grâce à Camille Brechignac que j’avais invité à réaliser un épisode de IEL PRÉSENTE que j’ai découvert le travail de Ingrid Berthon Moine. Ingrid c’est une artiste française basée à Londres qui travaille sur la question du regard que l’on porte sur nos corps en fonction de nos genres respectifs. En fait, je dirai même que le corps est son matériau de prédilection et que les médiums qu’elle emploie ; que ce soit la peinture, l’installation ou la photographie lui servent à expérimenter ce dernier et à questionner les normes et leurs...

2021-10-1639 min

Excel against the Odds Exercising with a chronic illness - an interview with Vicky Webster-ClampIn this week's episode we look at the benefits of gentle movement when you have a chronic illness. Our guest, Vicky Webster-Clamp talks about when you should exercise and when you should rest and gives some tips on how to increase gentle exercise in your daily life. She also provides information on how to make sure you don't push yourself too hard and talks about her own experiences of living with chronic fatigue. Vicky is a Mental Health and Exercise Coach plus Personal Trainer. She works with ladies who would like to boost their mental health through e...

2021-10-0824 min

Excel against the Odds Special Episode! #SmallBiz100 Celebration - Advice on running a business with a chronic illness featuring special guestsThis special episode features members of the Entrepreneurs against the Odds Facebook group giving advice on running a business with a chronic illness and explaining why running a business works well for them. This episode has been made to celebrate Excel against the Odds being featured in the Small Biz 100 marking the countdown to Small Business Saturday. To mark this honour, I will be creating a special offer for the membership launching in October. To get on the wait list for the membership and to hear about the special offer, sign up at www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk/membershiplaunch.

2021-09-1917 min

Excel against the Odds Techniques to create a High Performance Business - An interview with Charlotte CarterCharlotte Carter is high perfomance coach and in this episode she gives advice and techniques to help turn your business into a high performance business. Techniques covered in this podcast include: Understand what your version of success looks like Look at what's blocking you from achieving that success Understand whether you have any limiting beliefs Using affirmations to improve your mindset Look at how much you'e achieved and celebrating the successes, no matter how small Developing high performance habits such as drinking water and journalling Self Acceptance Try and find balance by calming the mind and moving the b...

2021-08-1236 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a chronic illness - Interview with Jane Chappell about being an author and tutoring childrenwhile living with chronic illnessIn this episode, Jane Chappell talks about how her health conditions, which include lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, took her away from a job that she loved but led her to writing her book "Staffroom Secrets". Jane talks about how her conditions effect her and her family, about her passion for teaching and the people that inspire her. I hope you enjoy the episode Jane Chappell: https://www.staffroomsecrets.co.uk Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/staffroomsecrets Excel against the Odds Website: www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk Facebook Group: www...

2021-07-1542 min

Excel against the Odds Stress Less and Learn to Put Yourself First - An Interview with Elyssa SmithElyssa is a thriving survivor of emotional and medical trauma, perfectionism, toxic relationships, people-pleasing and self-doubt. Having spent the last 5 years paving a road out of the darkness that resulted from all of life's unexpected twists and complications, she promised herself that when she got out to the other side, she would document the way for other women to also make it through to being able to trust and prioritize themselves again. As a transformational self-love coach, Elyssa specializes in helping busy, overwhelmed women stress less and put themselves first without guilt. Her passion is teaching practical...

2021-07-0138 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a Chronic Illness - The Power of Following your Own PathIn this episode, we look at the power of following our own path, and not comparing ourselves to others. We look at some benefits of comparing ourselves: motivation, fresh ideas, innovation. However, we then look at the many negatives and look at the importance of celebrating our successes in our own right and not by comparing ourselves to others. Website: https://www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/entrepreneursagainsttheodds Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/excel_against_the_odds

2021-06-1109 min

Excel against the Odds Improving your sleep - An interview with sleep coach, Tracy HanniganIn this episode, I am delighted to be joined by sleep coach, Tracy Hannigan. We talk about different sleep issues that can affect us and Tracy provides insightful advice on how to overcome insomnia and get a better night's sleep. Website: https://tracythesleepcoach.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracythesleepcoach Facebook group is Sound Sleep Strategies https://www.facebook.com/groups/soundsleepstrategies Excel against the Odds Website: https://www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/entrepreneursagainsttheodds Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...

2021-05-2849 min

Excel against the Odds Aligning with your values and understanding your 'why' - An Interview with Sandie BallsIn this episode I was fortunate to talk to Sandie Balls. We spoke about being aligned, understanding our values, knowing your 'why' which will help you both in your life and your business We also explore the benefits of gratitude, meditation, visualisations and affirmations. www.instagram.com/sandie_balls www.sandieballs.com Excel against the Odds Website: www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/entrepreneursagainsttheodds Instagram: www.instagram.com/excel_against_the_odds

2021-05-1423 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a chronic illness - Interview with Jane Mucklow about working as a photographer while living with a chronic illnessIn this episode, Jane Mucklow talks about living with Crohns Disease and her work as a photographer. Jane describes how she manages her time and her condition while working and she also talks about her diagnosis and how it affects her. I hope you enjoy the episode! Jane Mucklow: www.janemucklowphotography.co.uk / www.pictureyourbrand.co.uk Jane Muklow Facebook: janemucklowphotography / pictureyourbrand Jane Mucklow Instagram: janemucklowphoto / pictureyourbrandwithjane Website: www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/entrepreneursagainsttheodds Instagram: www.instagram.com/excel_against_the_odds

2021-04-2314 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a chronic illness - Interview with Sarah Butler about freelancing with a chronic illnessIn this episode, Sarah Butler talks about living with ME and how she has managed to work as a freelancer while managing her chronic illness. Sarah talks about self-care, how her condition affects her work, important lessons she has learnt along the way and about who inspires her. I hope you enjoy the episode. Sarah Butler: www.looseleafproductions.co.uk Website: www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/entrepreneursagainsttheodds Instagram: www.instagram.com/excel_against_the_odds

2021-04-0842 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a chronic illness - The importance of self careEpisode 3 In this episode, I look at the importance of self-care and how it can positively impact on your working life, allowing you to be more productive and focused. I look at what self-care means to someone with a chronic illness and the positive impact it can have on those around you. I also explore techniques to make self-care a priority Website: www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/entrepreneursagainsttheodds Instagram: www.instagram.com/excel_against_the_odds

2021-03-0608 min

Excel against the Odds Working with a chronic illness - Understanding your health to enable you to plan your work more effectivelyEpisode 2 In this episode, I look at how important it is to understand your health in a greater amount of detail and how it can positively affect your work making you more productive and focused. I then look at different methods for getting a better understanding of the way your health affects you. Website: www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/entrepreneursagainsttheodds Instagram: www.instagram.com/excel_against_the_odds

2021-02-1908 min

Excel against the Odds Introduction. Working with a chronic illnessIn this episode we discuss the challenges of working with a chronic illness whether it is working for an organisation or being self-employed. We also look at what will be coming up in future episodes. For more information see www.excelagainsttheodds.co.uk Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/entrepreneursagainsttheodds

2021-02-0903 min