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pepp talks with sue richards
52 - Visibility and building a business that fits you
Have you ever felt like you don’t quite belong?In this episode, I explore the “outsider” identity and how it shapes the way we show up in friendships, social spaces and business. As a natural introvert, I’ve often questioned my visibility, impact and place in the room, especially in louder, high-energy environments.We’ll talk about:• The hidden impact of feeling like an outsider• Introversion and business growth• Why big rooms aren’t the only way to create visibility• Choosing spaces that protect your energy• Building deep...
2026-02-23
10 min
pepp talks with sue richards
51 - Consistency (when it feels like things aren't working): and staying visible without burnout
What do you do when you’re showing up consistently in your business, but it doesn’t feel like it’s working yet?In this episode of pepp talks, I’m sharing an honest reflection on consistency, comparison, and staying visible when the results aren’t obvious. Using my own podcast journey, I talk about the doubts that creep in, the impact of comparing yourself to others, and why consistency often feels hardest before the reward shows up.You’ll hear about:Why consistency is so difficult when there’s no immediate feedbackHow comparison can quietly dr...
2026-02-16
14 min
pepp talks with sue richards
50 - What Your Children Absorb From Your Overwhelm (and why self-care isn’t selfish)
Overwhelm doesn’t stay contained - it ripples outward.In this episode of Pepp Talks, Sue shares a powerful real-life story that reveals how stress, pressure, and emotional load are unconsciously mirrored by the people closest to us - especially our children.You’ll hear why self-care isn’t indulgent, what science says about emotional contagion and nervous system co-regulation, and how small shifts in how you care for yourself can quietly change the emotional tone of your whole home.A gentle, compassionate reminder that looking after yourself isn’t selfish - it’s foundati...
2026-02-09
11 min
pepp talks with sue richards
49 - From Overwhelmed to Business Owner: how SIMPLIFY helped Jemma launch Life Admin Hive
In this episode, Sue Richards speaks with Jemma Pimlott, founder of Life Admin Hive, about building a business as an overwhelmed mum while carrying the mental load of family life, home education, and work.Jemma shares her journey from social worker and community nurse to business owner, and how years of self-doubt, ADHD, perfectionism, and imposter syndrome kept her stuck in preparation mode. She explains how the SIMPLIFY programme helped her move from overthinking to implementation, launch her business, and sign paying clients.A powerful conversation for overwhelmed mums in business who feel stretched thin...
2026-02-02
40 min
pepp talks with sue richards
48 - Are You Putting Everyone Else First? Why Self-Employed Mums Must Rebuild Their Relationship With Themselves
Are you putting everyone else first and leaving yourself until last?In this episode, Sue speaks directly to self-employed mums who feel stretched thin between their business, their family, and everyone else’s expectations. She explores why so many women prioritise relationships with others over their relationship with themselves - and the quiet cost this self-sacrifice has on energy, wellbeing, and joy.Through a personal reflection, this episode looks at guilt, self-care, boundaries, and what it really means to honour your needs without feeling selfish. Sue shares why caring for yourself isn’t about doing less...
2026-01-26
12 min
pepp talks with sue richards
47 - You Don’t Have to Do Anything: Choice vs Obligation for Mums in Business
As a mum building a business, it’s easy to feel ruled by obligation - family needs, school events, and the expectations you place on yourself.In this episode, Sue explores the powerful difference between having to do something and choosing to do it, and how “I have to” thinking can quietly drain your energy, increase guilt, and slow your business growth.Inspired by a real client conversation, Sue shares:Why obligation removes your sense of agencyHow guilt influences decision-makingWhy growth always involves compromiseWhat you’re really modelling for your childrenHow to make choices that sup...
2026-01-19
10 min
pepp talks with sue richards
46 - Boundaries, Structure & Flexibility: The Winning Formula for Sustainable Success as a Self-Employed Mum
In this episode, Sue shares why boundaries, structure and flexibility are the key to sustainable success for self-employed mums who want to avoid burnout and feel more at ease in life and business.Sue explores how each element works, why none of them works on its own, and how bringing them together can help you create a life and business that actually feels good to live inside - without burnout or rigid routines.This episode is a gentle invitation to stop pushing harder and start supporting yourself better.Also mentioned in this...
2026-01-12
14 min
Speaking of Writers
Tracy Clark- Edge
When a tainted drug starts claiming lives across the city, Detective Harriet Foster and her team race to track down the source…before it takes one of their own.About the Author Tracy Clark is the award-winning author of the acclaimed Detective Harriet Foster series. She is also the author of the Chicago Mystery series featuring Cassandra Raines, a hard-driving, African American PI who works the mean streets of the Windy City, dodging cops, cons, and killers. Clark is the 2024 winner of both the Anthony Award and the Lefty Award, as well as the 2020 and 2022 winner of the G.P...
2025-12-14
15 min
pepp talks with sue richards
45 - Choosing alignment over obligation: a holiday boundary reset
In this episode, Sue shares a candid reflection from a weekend away with friends - and the powerful lessons it revealed about boundaries, energy, people-pleasing, and staying aligned during the festive season.You’ll hear:Why December can trigger old patterns and people-pleasingHow to hold your boundaries when others push backWhat to do when your choices make people uncomfortableA simple mindset tool to protect your energyWhy the “joy of missing out” is essential for your wellbeingIf you want more calm, clarity, and alignment this holiday season, this episode will give you the grounding you need.
2025-12-08
17 min
pepp talks with sue richards
44 - How to Avoid Christmas Overwhelm: boundaries, energy + what to stop doing this year
Christmas overwhelm is real - but it’s not inevitable. In this episode, I’m sharing why so many ambitious women reach December already exhausted, and how to break the cycle. We’ll explore boundaries, energy management, emotional load, and the small changes that make the biggest difference during the festive season.If you want a calmer Christmas with less stress and more presence, this episode is for you. Join me for FREE, live Clarity and Calm Journaling Circles (online every Tuesday at 8pm UK time) - click here to get your tic...
2025-11-25
28 min
Hey Sis Podcast
37: A Story About Incurable Cancer and a Faithful God (with Sue Lambert)
Check out our free 20 page guide Raising Kids Biblically in an Ever Changing Culture. We know that this guide will be helpful as you parent God's Way by looking to Scripture and following simple steps to keep your child's heart tender toward you as their parent and ultimately toward their Heavenly Father. Make sure you subscribe to our Substack and you can download the guide here. In this week's episode, Bella and Jess chat with Sue Lambert, a wife, mother, grandmother and Author of two books, 'Dancing Daughter' and 'I Beg To Differ...
2025-11-18
57 min
pepp talks with sue richards
43 - Masculine & Feminine Energy in Business: find your balance and create more clarity & calm
In this episode of Pepp Talks, I'm exploring the interplay of masculine and feminine energy in business. Discover what each energy brings (and when it becomes a problem), learn how to check in with where you currently are, and get actionable steps to bring your energy back into balance - so you can create a business that feels aligned, calm and powerful.Key Takeaways:Defining masculine vs feminine energy (and why it’s not about gender)The strengths and shadow sides of each energy in businessWhy a blend of both is essential for sustainable su...
2025-11-10
22 min
pepp talks with sue richards
42 - Work with your energy, not against it: the real secret to sustainable productivity
Ever feel like you’re fighting your own energy? In this episode, I share how to stop forcing yourself into a schedule that doesn’t fit - and start designing your week around your natural energy rhythms. Learn how to identify your creative, practical, and client-facing energy, manage your time with ease, and avoid burnout by working with your flow, not against it. Join me for FREE, live Clarity and Calm Journaling Circles (online every Tuesday at 8pm UK time) - click here to get your ticket Grab one of...
2025-11-03
16 min
The Remote CEO Life Podcast
Healthy Habits for Women in Business: How to Reduce Mental Load & Ask for Help Without Guilt with Sue Richards
Ever feel like you’re doing everything but still falling behind? Like your energy’s drained, your brain won’t switch off, and you're shouldering all the mental load alone? If asking for help feels like a weakness, and your healthy habits are nowhere to be seen, this episode is exactly what you need. 🌿In this episode of The Remote CEO Life podcast, I’m joined by Sue Richards - coach, mentor, speaker and host of the PEP Talks podcast. She’s on a mission to help women in business manage their mental load, build healthy habits, and feel safe...
2025-11-02
41 min
pepp talks with sue richards
41 - Why one-to-one coaching creates faster transformation
In this week’s episode, I pull back the curtain on what really happens inside the one-to-one coaching sessions within the SIMPLIFY programme.I share real client breakthroughs - from rebuilding energy and easing overwhelm to finding clarity in business pivots and overcoming procrastination.You’ll hear how just 30 minutes of focused one-to-one coaching can help ambitious women in business simplify their approach, strengthen self-trust, and take aligned action that actually moves things forward.If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work with me, or how p...
2025-10-27
24 min
Finally Thriving
How to spot a narcissist—with Laura Richards
Ever wondered how to spot a narcissist? Narcissism is a term that’s thrown around a lot these days. But how can you actually identify a narcissist, and if you do find yourself in a relationship with one, what should you do about it, and how can you heal?That’s what we cover in this episode of the Finally Thriving Podcast.I’m joined by Laura Richards, an international podcaster, #1 bestselling author, and speaker dedicated to empowering women. Through her global podcast, "That's Where I'm At," and her bes...
2025-10-21
27 min
pepp talks with sue richards
40 - The Most Underrated Marketing Strategy: how networking changed my business
Feeling stretched thin doing all the marketing things - yet still not seeing results?In this episode, I share how networking (yes, even as an introvert) has become my most impactful marketing strategy - not just for clients and collaborations, but for creativity, visibility, and renewed energy.Discover:Why genuine human connection beats algorithms every timeThe surprising ROI of networkingHow to identify what’s truly worth your time and energyTune in to learn how to simplify your marketing and focus on the activities that actually move your business forward.Jo...
2025-10-20
12 min
pepp talks with sue richards
39 - The Power of a Plan B (why having another income stream doesn’t mean you’re not all in)
We’re constantly told to go all in, to focus on just one thing, and to ditch our “Plan B.”But what if having another income stream is actually the smartest thing you can do for your business - and your sanity?In this episode of pepp talks, I challenge the myth that true success means total focus on one business. And I share how a second source of income can create financial security, reduce stress, and help you lead with more calm, confidence, and clarity.✨ Join the Clarity & Calm Journaling Circle on Tu...
2025-10-13
09 min
pepp talks with sue richards
38 - The power of gratitude and receiving abundance
What if the opportunities you’ve been waiting for are already around you - and the only thing stopping you from receiving them is your mindset?In this episode, I share the story of a client who, at 49, is suddenly experiencing gifts and opportunities like never before… and what shifted to make that possible. I also open up about how gratitude carried me through one of the hardest seasons of my life, and why this practice is far more powerful than most people realise.If you’re ready to invite more calm, clarity, and abundance into y...
2025-10-06
09 min
Direct Selling Success - Network Marketing Done Right
Finding the Balance between Business and Life - with Sue Richards
In this episode, I chat to Life and Business Coach Sue Richards about the reality of running a business around family, work and other commitments. Sue is a life and business coach and mentor who supports ambitious self-employed mums to simplify, refocus, and reclaim their energy. She helps her clients break free from burnout and overwhelm, so they can build a life and business where success, ease, and freedom go hand in hand. With her unique blend of practical strategy and deep mindset work, Sue empowers her clients to create more space, clarity, and joy - without sacrificing their ambition, the...
2025-10-01
27 min
Direct Selling Success - Network Marketing Done Right
Finding the Balance between Business and Life - with Sue Richards
In this episode, I chat to Life and Business Coach Sue Richards about the reality of running a business around family, work and other commitments. Sue is a life and business coach and mentor who supports ambitious self-employed mums to simplify, refocus, and reclaim their energy. She helps her clients break free from burnout and overwhelm, so they can build a life and business where success, ease, and freedom go hand in hand. With her unique blend of practical strategy and deep mindset work, Sue empowers her clients to create more space, clarity, and joy - without sacrificing their ambition, the...
2025-10-01
27 min
Well2You Podcast
Infrared Healing with Brian Richards of SaunaSpace
In this episode of the Well2You Podcast, host Sue McCarroll sits down with Brian Richards, the founder of Sauna Space.Together, they dive into:🌿 The science behind near vs. far infrared light🌿 How sauna therapy supports detoxification, skin health, and cellular healing🌿 The role of sensitivity and environment in shaping health outcomes🌿 Inspiring customer stories of transformation🌿 The behind-the-scenes challenges of product development and global manufacturingTakeaways:• Brian Richards transformed his own health through sauna therapy.• SaunaSpace combines light and heat therapy to optimize wellness.• Near infrared light p...
2025-09-30
51 min
pepp talks with sue richards
37 - Why joy isn’t optional (and how it fuels your business)
In this episode of pepp talks, I’m sharing why joy isn’t just a nice-to-have - it’s the fuel that powers your energy, focus, and success. I talk about how taking up tap lessons has shifted my outlook in just two weeks, and why doing something just for the fun of it can ripple through every area of your life and business.Plus, if you’re ready for a simple way to lighten your mental load and reconnect with yourself, join me for the first Clarity and Calm Journaling Circle tomorrow, 23rd September at 8pm...
2025-09-22
11 min
pepp talks with sue richards
36 - The tool I use to create calm, clarity, and better sleep
Overwhelmed, stuck, or running on autopilot? This one practice could be the reset button you’ve been looking for. Join me as I share how journaling can shift your perspective, calm your nervous system, and give you the clarity to actually move forward. And if you want to experience this for yourself (or simply carve out some dedicated time to journal along with other self-employed mums) join me for my free weekly live "Clarity & Calm Journaling Circle" sessions. Sessions will be on Tuesdays at 8pm, and we start on 23rd September - click here to grab...
2025-09-15
18 min
pepp talks with sue richards
35 - Why outsourcing isn’t the answer to your overwhelm
You can outsource your tasks… but you cannot outsource your overwhelm.In this episode, I’m breaking down why so many ambitious women invest in support - VAs, systems, marketing help - yet still feel just as overloaded and stuck in “busy mode.”Here’s what we’ll cover:The hidden reason outsourcing never seems to create the freedom you imagined.Why your nervous system keeps pulling you back into hustle.The simple reflection that reveals whether you’re truly ready for more ease.What it really takes to break free from constant “on” mode.✨ This is...
2025-09-08
12 min
pepp talks with sue richards
34 - Reflections, realisations & resetting intentions for the rest of 2025
As September begins and the kids head back to school, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and reset. In this episode of pepp talks, I’m getting real about the intentions and goals I set for 2025 - what’s worked, what hasn’t, and the vulnerable truths I’ve uncovered along the way.Tune in for an honest behind-the-scenes look at life, business, and the lessons that come with growth, plus how you can use this moment to get clear on your own goals for the rest of the year.✨ Grab my Intention-Se...
2025-09-01
20 min
pepp talks with sue richards
33a - Waking up to the life you’re meant to live
Are you really in control of your life - or are you just running on autopilot (without even realising it)?After re-watching The Truman Show, I was struck by how much it reflects the way many of us live: stuck in comfortable routines, maintaining relationships out of habit, and following a path that doesn’t actually belong to us. We might not be surrounded by actors like Truman was - but we can absolutely find ourselves stuck in scripts that aren’t ours.In this episode, I share the reflections and questions this film sparked for...
2025-08-25
14 min
pepp talks with sue richards
33b - Comfort vs. freedom - which door are you choosing?
This bonus episode is a direct add-on to episode titled “Waking up to the life you’re meant to live” so if you've not yet tuned into that episode I recommend that you listen to that one first and then come back to this on. This in episode I’m diving deeper what Truman’s final choice teaches us about comfort, courage, and freedom (this will all make more sense once you've listened to the other episode).Spoiler alert: this episode talks about the ending of The Truman Show, so if you've not yet watched the film, an...
2025-08-25
05 min
pepp talks with sue richards
32 - How two clients dropped their limiting beliefs and made big changes in under an hour
We all have “reasons” for not going after the thing we really want - more time off, a new business idea, a big life change. But here’s the truth: most of those reasons aren’t real.In this episode, I share two real client stories where we uncovered the actual thing keeping them stuck - and it wasn’t what they thought. You’ll hear how quickly things can shift when you challenge the stories you’ve been telling yourself… and how you can start doing the same.If you’ve been waiting for the “right time,”...
2025-08-18
09 min
pepp talks with sue richards
31 - Manifest your vision: reflect, align & take action during the Lionsgate Portal
The Lionsgate Portal is here - a powerful moment to pause, dream big, and realign with the life and business you truly want. In this interactive episode, I’ll guide you through a calming breathwork practice followed by three powerful journaling prompts that will help you to get crystal clear on your vision, uncover where you’re out of alignment, and take the first steps towards meaningful change. Grab a notebook and pen, get comfy, and let’s make space for the future you’re ready to create. Join me for FREE, live Clarit...
2025-08-11
21 min
Jo Wildsmith POD and Passive Income
From Burnout to Balance: Sue Richards’ Advice for Self-Employed Mums
Meet Sue Richards: Freedom and success coach & mentor, podcast host and speaker. She is dedicated to simplifying the lives of ambitious self-employed mums. She helps them to break free from overwhelm, avoid burnout, and create more time and freedom for the things they love, whilst still creating incredible success in their businesses. Freebie: http://subscribepage.io/YoRyZW (my 6 step framework to help you ditch overwhelm for good) Website: https://suerichardscoaching.co.uk/ Instagram: instagram.com/suerichards.coaching My channel is all about doing a little prep work now for long-term rewards, whether that's here on YouTube, with your own...
2025-08-04
30 min
pepp talks with sue richards
30 - The real cost of pushing through: a personal story I’ve never shared like this before
This episode is deeply personal. I’m sharing the story of my dad - and how the pressure to provide, prove, and push through ultimately cost him his health and his life.I'm sharing this because it’s a story I see playing out in so many ambitious women today, just with different details. So, if you’ve been running on empty, numbing with habits that don’t serve you, or believing you have to hustle your way to worthiness… please listen to this.You don’t have to wait for a wake-up call to choose diffe...
2025-08-04
08 min
Full of Words
128. How Your Senses Shape Your Energy, Focus & Mood — The Science of Sensory Wellbeing with Ngahina Richards
In this episode of the Full of Words podcast, Sue and CJ are joined by Ngahina Richards, founder of Nriched Living and creator of the Total Sensory Wellbeing framework. Ngahina shares her expertise on how understanding and working with our senses can help restore clarity, energy, and focus — especially in an overstimulating modern world.Drawing on her background in health science, environmental psychology, and brain chemistry, Ngahina explains how our senses are constantly influencing us — often without our awareness. She discusses how small, practical adjustments to our environment and daily routines can improve our mood, cognitive function, and...
2025-07-31
40 min
pepp talks with sue richards
29 - The real and RAW behind-the-scenes of running a business
This week I’m pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to run a business when you’re juggling multiple roles, paid work, summer holidays, a building project - and still trying to honour your soul-led vision.In this raw and honest episode, I’m not teaching or coaching - I’m simply sharing the messy middle, the tantrum at the dinner table (yes, really!), and the frustration of knowing what you want to do, but feeling like there’s no space to do it.If you’re stretched thin, overwhelmed, or wondering ho...
2025-07-28
12 min
pepp talks with sue richards
28 - How to stop the summer holidays from swallowing you whole (without letting everything slide)
The summer holidays can feel like a pressure cooker - juggling the kids, running a business, and trying to stay sane in the process.In this episode, I’m sharing simple, practical strategies to help you stay grounded, protect your energy, and actually enjoy time with your family without dropping the ball on everything else.We’re talking quality time over quantity, ditching the mental overload, setting boundaries that actually stick, and what you can do now to set yourself up for a calmer, more intentional September.No perfection required. Just a little plan...
2025-07-21
18 min
Business Growth Trailblazers
Digital Defense: Protect Your Content, Brand & Income With Sue Richards
Welcome to the Business Growth Trailblazers Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to protect your content, your brand, and your income by boosting your digital security.Sue Richards, aka, Suecurity, is a cybersecurity strategist turned educator on a mission to help entrepreneurs protect what matters most: their content, their income, and their reputation.After two decades leading security programs for major healthcare and financial companies, Sue saw that independent professionals like coaches, creators, consultants were increasingly targeted by sophisticated scams and online threa...
2025-07-18
18 min
Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast
Self-Employed and Stressed? This SIMPLE System Helps You Beat Overwhelm With Sue Richards
Welcome to the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In today’s episode, we’ll talk about the SIMPLE system, designed to help you ditch the overwhelm, lighten your mental load, and finally create calm, clarity, and confidence in both your life and business.Sue is a freedom and success coach & mentor, podcast host and speaker. She is dedicated to simplifying the lives of ambitious women in business. She helps them to break free from overwhelm, avoid burnout, and create more time and freedom for the things they love, whilst still creating incredible success in t...
2025-07-16
15 min
pepp talks with sue richards
27 - Shift from frazzled to fired-up in 5 minutes
One of the biggest speaking days of my career nearly got derailed by tiredness, forgotten toiletries… and a very loud generator.In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of how I shifted from flustered to fired-up in just five minutes - and delivered a workshop that left people saying it was life-changing.If you’ve ever felt like your day is spiralling, this one’s for you.Join me for FREE, live Clarity and Calm Journaling Circles (online every Tuesday at 8pm UK time) - click here to get your...
2025-07-14
12 min
The Other Side of Addiction
Rising From The Ashes: Chronic Addiction to Long-Term Recovery
This episode is sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY... emergoacademy.comFrom the brutal depths of addiction and homelessness to a life rooted in healing, education, and purpose — Missee Sue's journey is a living reminder that no rock bottom is too deep for recovery to reach. After surviving drug-induced psychosis, incarceration, and profound physical and spiritual pain, Missee began her climb back with nothing but the clothes on her back and a fierce determination to change. Today, she stands as a powerful advocate for transformation, hope, and community. Her story shows that with radical courage, discipline, an...
2025-07-11
1h 02
pepp talks with sue richards
26 - The habits that power my business
This week, I’m sharing the real things I do behind the scenes that keep my business (and sanity) on track - and spoiler alert, they have nothing to do with marketing, social media or funnels!From daily walks to energy healing, nourishing food to sacred sleep, these 8 habits are the reason I can show up fully for my work. If you’re serious about your business, it’s time to get serious about your energy.🎧 Tune in to hear how I manage mine - and how you can start doing the same.Join me...
2025-07-03
16 min
pepp talks with sue richards
25 - Feeling tired or just misaligned?
In this soulful woodland pepp talk, I explore a powerful idea: What if you're not actually tired… just tired of the life you're living?So many of us feel drained - not because we’re doing too much, but because we’re doing too much that isn’t aligned with who we really are. In this episode, I unpack how living out of sync with your core values might be the real reason behind your fatigue and lack of motivation.I also share some of my own values and invite you to reflect on yours. Are they...
2025-06-30
10 min
pepp talks with sue richards
24 - Why you keep dropping the habits you want to keep
We’re often told that success comes from sticking to good habits - but what if you’ve been focusing on the wrong thing entirely?In this episode, I’m sharing the mindset shift that changes everything when it comes to building habits that actually stick. Inspired by a rainy walk and years of work with overwhelmed, ambitious women, we’re diving into why the action itself is less important than the outcome it gives you - and how to start choosing habits that fuel you, not drain you.Whether you’re stuck in a cycle of “...
2025-06-23
08 min
pepp talks with sue richards
23 - The hidden cost of doing it all: when strength turns into burnout
We’re often praised for our strength - our ability to keep going, figure it out, do it all. But what happens when that very strength becomes the thing that burns us out?In this episode, I’m unpacking the hidden cost of self-sufficiency, and why “just pushing through” might be the reason you’re feeling stuck, frustrated, and overwhelmed. If you’re tired of doing everything yourself and craving a new way - one that actually supports you - this one’s for you.Join me for FREE, live Clarity and Calm Journaling Circles (o...
2025-06-16
10 min
pepp talks with sue richards
22 - Honouring capacity, rather chasing consistency
In today’s episode, I’m sharing why I didn’t publish an episode last week - and what that decision revealed about consistency, capacity, and self-trust. This is a gentle invitation to pause and check in with yourself - especially if you’ve been running on empty.If you’re building a business while carrying a lot - this one’s for you. You’re not failing. You’re honouring your energy. And that’s where sustainable success really starts.Join me for FREE, live Clarity and Calm Journaling Circles (online every Tuesday at 8pm UK...
2025-06-09
07 min
Not Another One
What should be on Downing Street's disaster list one year on?
Bracing for an election victory last summer, Keir Starmer and his team were given a memo by Sue Gray, then chief of staff. Dubbed "Sue's s*** list" it warned of six domestic policy disasters waiting to happen. We review and add to it as Labour's challenges grow in office. Plus: our team can’t stop wrangling about the Strategic Defence Review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-06
51 min
pepp talks with sue richards
21 - What does success really mean to you?
In this episode of pepp talks, we're redefining success - beyond the milestones and shiny goals. If you’re ticking all the boxes but feeling disconnected, exhausted, or burnt out... this one's for you. Let’s talk about what success feels like, and how to create a version that truly supports your wellbeing.DM or email me the word SIMPLIFY if you'd like to find out more about the hybrid coaching and mentoring programme mentioned in this episode.Join me for FREE, live Clarity and Calm Journaling Circles (online every Tuesday at 8p...
2025-05-26
11 min
pepp talks with sue richards
20 - Mood swings, brain fog, poor focus, low energy? This could be why…
In this episode of Pepp Talks, we delve into the powerful (and important) connection between your dietary choices and your mental and physical well-being. Learn how to stabilise your energy levels, enhance your mood, and improve your focus, memory, and productivity (all the things you need as an ambitious business owner). Tune in for practical tips and personal insights.Join me for FREE, live Clarity and Calm Journaling Circles (online every Tuesday at 8pm UK time) - click here to get your ticket Grab one of my FREE re...
2025-05-19
17 min
pepp talks with sue richards
19 - What happens when you stop doing what LOOKS right and start doing what FEELS right
In this episode of Pepp Talks, we explore the power of choice in our daily lives and major decisions. Discover how to align your choices with your values and energyAnd learn how to navigate life's challenges with intention.If you're ready to explore what's possible for you, take a look at SIMPLIFY.Join me for FREE, live Clarity and Calm Journaling Circles (online every Tuesday at 8pm UK time) - click here to get your ticket Grab one of my FREE r...
2025-05-12
13 min
Parenting teenagers untangled. 🏆 Your Weekly Hug
Success: Are siblings and community more important than parents?
Ask Rachel anythingWhat really shapes success — nature, nurture, luck? It's a perennial question. The Family Dynamic is a brilliant, captivating exploration of families in which all of the children became high-achievers. The award-winning author, Susan Dominus, has woven academic research into a book of wonderfully engaging family stories that tease out the role played by our environment: Parents with a bold vision, community, neighbourhoods, and most enlightening of all siblings. If you’ve ever questioned how important your parenting really is, the impact of siblings on your child's life, the role of...
2025-05-07
37 min
pepp talks with sue richards
18 - It's not success if you're on your knees!
In this powerful episode, I’m exploring why hitting your goals at the expense of your wellbeing isn’t real success - and what’s keeping so many ambitious women stuck in the cycle of push, crash, repeat.We’ll talk about the limiting beliefs that drive overworking, how nervous system dysregulation fuels the hustle, and what it truly takes to build a business that supports your life, not drains it.DM or email me the word SIMPLIFY if you'd like to find out more about the hybrid coaching and mentoring programme mentioned in this episode...
2025-05-05
11 min
pepp talks with sue richards
17 - You can’t always control the situation, but you can choose your response
This episode is a gentle but powerful reminder that your mindset matters most when life feels messy.We’ll explore how to:Shift from frustration to curiosityCreate calm even when plans fall apartFind peace in how you respond, not just what you controlListen in, take what you need, and breathe a little easier.Subscribe to Pepp Talks on your favourite podcast app, and don’t forget to share this with a friend who needs the reminder too. Join me for FREE, live Clarity and Calm Journaling Circles (online every...
2025-04-28
11 min
pepp talks with sue richards
16 - Lessons I've learned whilst bouldering that can be applied to life and business
This episode might sound a little random, but trust me, it’s packed with powerful lessons.I’m sharing 16 things bouldering has taught me that apply directly to your life, business, and wellbeing. From trusting yourself in the messy middle, to asking for help, embracing rest, and taking bold leaps, there’s something in here for you.Press play and take what you need.Have a question, takeaway, or want me to dive deeper into one of the lessons? I’d love to hear from you! My contact details are belowJoin m...
2025-04-21
17 min
pepp talks with sue richards
15 - Is this stopping you from hitting your goals too?
In this episode, I share the story of a client whose hidden perfectionist patterns were keeping her stuck - in business, in life, and in overwhelm.You’ll hear:The real reason she couldn’t take action (and it’s not what she thought)Why perfectionism often hides in “being busy”How she finally broke the cycle and started moving forwardIf you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to start, this one’s for you.Join me for FREE, live Clarity and Calm Journaling Circles (online every Tuesday at 8pm UK time...
2025-04-14
14 min
pepp talks with sue richards
14 - Why strengthening your boundaries is the key to feeling like you have more time
Last week I shared the ONE thing I did to eliminate overwhelm from my life (go back and listen to that episode if you haven't already).In this week's episode I'm expanding on one of the things I touched on briefly in that episode on overwhelm - boundaries - and the impact one tiny little word can have on your time, energy and sense of overwhelm.As well as the episode from last week, I really recommend listening to these episodes alongside this one:The biggest thing stopping you from doing the stuff...
2025-04-07
08 min
pepp talks with sue richards
The SIMPLE approach to ditching overwhelm for good - step 5
This short podcast episode is part of my FREE resource, The SIMPLE Approach to Ditching Overwhelm for Good. If you're listening to this episode, but haven’t signed up for that resource, you’ll still find value in this episode - but you'll get even more value by accessing the full resource. Click the link in the show notes to access the complete resource. By accessing the full FREE resource not only will you get all the added value within the resource itself but you will also access an exclusive opportunity to book a 1 hour reset call with...
2025-04-03
07 min
pepp talks with sue richards
The SIMPLE approach to ditching overwhelm for good - step 6
This short podcast episode is part of my FREE resource, The SIMPLE Approach to Ditching Overwhelm for Good. If you're listening to this episode, but haven’t signed up for that resource, you’ll still find value in this episode - but you'll get even more value by accessing the full resource. Click the link in the show notes to access the complete resource. By accessing the full FREE resource not only will you get all the added value within the resource itself but you will also access an exclusive opportunity to book a 1 hour reset call with...
2025-04-03
09 min
pepp talks with sue richards
The SIMPLE approach to ditching overwhelm for good - step 4
This short podcast episode is part of my FREE resource, The SIMPLE Approach to Ditching Overwhelm for Good. If you're listening to this episode, but haven’t signed up for that resource, you’ll still find value in this episode - but you'll get even more value by accessing the full resource. Click the link in the show notes to access the complete resource. By accessing the full FREE resource not only will you get all the added value within the resource itself but you will also access an exclusive opportunity to book a 1 hour reset call with...
2025-04-03
08 min
pepp talks with sue richards
The SIMPLE approach to ditching overwhelm for good - step 3
This short podcast episode is part of my FREE resource, The SIMPLE Approach to Ditching Overwhelm for Good. If you're listening to this episode, but haven’t signed up for that resource, you’ll still find value in this episode - but you'll get even more value by accessing the full resource. Click the link in the show notes to access the complete resource. By accessing the full FREE resource not only will you get all the added value within the resource itself but you will also access an exclusive opportunity to book a 1 hour reset call with...
2025-04-03
07 min
pepp talks with sue richards
The SIMPLE approach to ditching overwhelm for good - step 2
This short podcast episode is part of my FREE resource, The SIMPLE Approach to Ditching Overwhelm for Good. If you're listening to this episode, but haven’t signed up for that resource, you’ll still find value in this episode - but you'll get even more value by accessing the full resource. Click the link in the show notes to access the complete resource. By accessing the full FREE resource not only will you get all the added value within the resource itself but you will also access an exclusive opportunity to book a 1 hour reset call with...
2025-04-03
07 min
pepp talks with sue richards
The SIMPLE approach to ditching overwhelm for good - step 1
This short podcast episode is part of my FREE resource, The SIMPLE Approach to Ditching Overwhelm for Good. If you're listening to this episode but haven’t signed up for that resource, you’ll still find value in this episode - but you'll get even more value by accessing the full resource. Click the link in the show notes to access the complete resource. By accessing the full FREE resource not only will you get all the added value within the resource itself but you will also access an exclusive opportunity to book a 1 hour reset call with...
2025-04-03
07 min
pepp talks with sue richards
13 - ONE thing you can do right now to reduce your overwhelm
In today’s episode, we dive into one of the most common struggles I hear from women in business - overwhelm. Whether you're juggling family, work, or both, it can feel like there's never enough time, and the to-do list never ends. I’ll share why your busy schedule may be feeding into the cycle and how making small shifts in your language, focus, and priorities can help you feel more in control. At the end of the episode I give you a little task to do for one week - I would love to hear f...
2025-03-31
11 min
pepp talks with sue richards
12 - The ONE habit that has the biggest impact on you achieving your goals (and you're already doing it!)
In this episode I share with you the ONE habit that has the biggest impact on your health and wellbeing AND the biggest impact on you achieving your goals...and the best bit is that you are already doing it every single day!In this episode I also touch on the topic of mental load - for more on this I recommend you tune into a previous pepp talk "The biggest thing stopping you from doing the stuff you know you need - and want - to do to look after YOU"...
2025-03-24
14 min
pepp talks with sue richards
11 - The power that lies in the 1st hour of your day
Another "walking in the woods" episode for you. The river was high, it was muddy underfoot and the dog decided to join in a couple of times but this all adds to the ambience 😉 In this episode I share how impactful the first hour of your day is on the rest of your day - including the science behind why it is so important that you create a morning routine that sets you up for success.Join me for FREE, live Clarity and Calm Journaling Circles (online every Tuesday at 8pm U...
2025-03-17
18 min
pepp talks with sue richards
10 - How I finally found the courage to use my voice and take imperfect action (as a recovering people pleaser and perfectionist)
Another vulnerable one from me this week.If you (like me) are a recovering people pleaser and/or perfectionist then this is for you!You might spot a couple of audio bloopers in this one - I've chosen not to re-record the episode (I don't edit my episodes) to further demonstrate that I can (and do) put stuff out into the world that is not absolutely perfect! You'll understand why I reference this when you listen to the episode.As always if any of this resonates with you (or you would...
2025-03-10
12 min