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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastTikTok Queen talks Funpreneur and life advice! Michelle HaslamOh Michelle.. You're more than just a Mum...๐ก Funpreneurs BIG Day out: www.Funpreneur.co.ukAnd Michelle is: https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle.haslamor3 FREEBIES available: ๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/freebies/๐ 5 Simple Steps to get to the top of Google๐ How to grow your online ecosystem๐ 30 social posts for when you don't know what to post!๏ปฟChapters00:00 The Power of Social Media Connections02:58 The Fu...2025-05-0716 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastAsking an 11 year old your burning business questions!As she's on an inset day, we asked you to ask her some questions! ๐ก Funpreneurs BIG Day out: www.Funpreneur.co.ukor3 FREEBIES available: ๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/freebies/๐ 5 Simple Steps to get to the top of Google๐ How to grow your online ecosystem๐ 30 social posts for when you don't know what to post!๏ปฟChapters00:00 Easter Reflections and Family Dynamics02:09 Lessons from Parents: Business Insights05:50 Building Confiden...2025-04-2311 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastDoing business with an 11 year old: A reminder about what really matters!We had to have her back after part 1! She's literally our most watched episode! ๐๐ก Funpreneurs BIG Day out: www.Funpreneur.co.ukor3 FREEBIES available: ๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/freebies/๐ 5 Simple Steps to get to the top of Google๐ How to grow your online ecosystem๐ 30 social posts for when you don't know what to post!๏ปฟChapters00:00 Introduction and Easter Greetings02:03 Challenges of Running a Business03:03 Understanding Money and Value2025-04-1614 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastWhy JUST BE CONSISTENT is terrible advice! | Small Business PodcastsRemember to build everything else to support your efforts.๐ก Funpreneurs BIG Day out: www.Funpreneur.co.ukor3 FREEBIES available: ๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/freebies/๐ 5 Simple Steps to get to the top of Google๐ How to grow your online ecosystem๐ 30 social posts for when you don't know what to post!๏ปฟChapters00:00 The Dilemma of Consistency vs. Evolution03:06 Aligning Actions with Goals05:58 The Importance of Innovation08:58 The Role...2025-04-0916 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastI Stood By The Wall! My Awkward Hampshire Business Networking ExperienceIt can't just be us?!?๐ก Funpreneurs BIG Day out: www.Funpreneur.co.ukor3 FREEBIES available: ๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/freebies/๐ 5 Simple Steps to Google Glory๐ Growing your online ecosystem๐ 30 social posts for when you don't know what to post!Chapters00:00 Networking Awkwardness: Standing by the Wall03:08 The Inefficiency of Traditional Networking06:03 Finding Your Tribe: A New Approach to NetworkingThis is a bonus epis...2025-04-0208 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastTip 1: STOP taking social media so seriously! social media help | social media adviceIs social media doing your head in? We get it. We're breaking down how to post authentically and ditch the stress. Let's get real about social media!3 FREEBIES available: ๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/freebies/๐ 5 Simple Steps to Google Glory๐ Growing your online ecosystem๐ 30 social posts for when you don't know what to post!Chapters00:00 Navigating Social Media Overwhelm02:56 The Importance of Authenticity in Content06:03 Building Connections Through Personal Stories09:01 Embr...2025-03-1917 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastThese are the only need 5 tools you need to get your business online. Simplify your tech stack.Reduce the tech stack always.... After all, these are the only need 5 tools you need to get your business online and simplify your tech stack.Some of the tools we mention:Appsumo: https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/AppSumoRiverside: https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/RiversideTidycal: https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/TidyCal๐Our freebies for the you, the business owner.๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/freebies/๐Get our newsletter in your inbox ๐https...2025-03-1213 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastInsourcing IS THE NEW outsourcing | 5 ways we BUY TIME as business owners who insource!Ever feel like youโre juggling a right proper mess as a solopreneur? We've been there, coffees in hand! โ๏ธ In this episode, we're having a good natter about insourcing โ basically, keeping some of those tasks you might normally outsource, right here, in-house. We're chatting about how we've managed to streamline our tech (without getting too techy, mind!), how we've made our content work harder, and how we're trying to reclaim a bit of our precious time. Because, letโs be honest, as a husband and wife team, we need a bit of t...2025-03-0516 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastIf you're a business owner and you like to meet new people, then this video is for youHow do we follow on from Lydia-Rose last week? This is how..๐Our online visibility freebies for the small business owner.๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/freebies/๐Get our newsletter in your inbox ๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/newsletter/And... The Funpreneurs BIG Day Out๐ขhttp://www.funpreneur.co.ukChapters00:00 Introduction to Business Challenges and Positivity02:58 The Importance of Fun in Business06:01 Funp...2025-02-2608 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastLydia-Rose [11] gives us her small business tips and inspiration | Small Business PodcastsWhat can we learn from Lydia-Rose as she gives us her small business tips and inspiration? We're huge on cross industry learning and that also includes, what can we learn from an 11 year old who sits there watching?!?Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Special Guest01:02 Defining Success at a Young Age02:57 Goals and Aspirations: Fundraising for Scouts06:05 Business Insights from a Child's Perspective08:47 Creative Business Ideas and Personal Branding11:55 Wrap-Up and Future AspirationsFull notes further down...This is a bonus episode of ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast๐Our online visibility freebies for the small business owner.๐https://w...2025-02-1913 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast3 things [we also do] to grow a small business online | online marketing ideas for small businessIt's EYES ๐ on your small business for FREE...This is probably the top of our online marketing ideas for small business, every business needs to do this to support whatever they choose as their core marketing efforts! Especially if you're wondering how to grow a small business online ๐http://www.TheDigitalCircus.co.ukChapters00:00 Introduction to Digital Circus and Online Visibility02:22 Understanding Google and Keyword Strategy06:26 The Importance of Online Presence10:58 Optimising Your Website for SuccessFull notes further down...This is a bonus episode of ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast๐Our online visibility freebies for the small business owner.๐https...2025-02-1212 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastYou can't choose your family, but you can choose your Small Business Community | With David HatchWe loved this quote from David as we chatted about being a part of small business communities.
And thanks to @hardestgeezer for his wise words.. ๐
Hot Links...
David Hatch @leadingwithintegrity
https://leadingwithintegrity.co.uk/
And ๐ชThe Digital Circus
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Chapters
00:00 Exploring Community in Business
03:10 The Importance of Shared Experiences
05:55 Building Connections in Digital Spaces
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastGoliath is Coming After Our Trademark! What Should We Do? | Small Business PodcastsThank goodness we did trademark it!
It's true.. We have notice that a considerably larger brand is going for the Uk trademark that we currently have...
Links to what's going on right now..
๐ https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk
๐ช http://www.thedigitalcircus.co.uk
๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Trademark Challenge
02:52 The Importance of Trademark Protection
06:03 The Impact of Competiti...2025-01-2212 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastFrom Paid to FREE: Our New Business Plan! Will it WORK? | Small Business PodcastsFine line between genius and insanity, right?
So, should we vie everything away for free and find partners to work with?
Links to what's going on right now..
๐ https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk
๐ช http://www.thedigitalcircus.co.uk
๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/
Chapters
00:00 Driving to Andover: A Family Journey
03:06 The Concept of Giving Everything Away for Free
06:02 Monetizing Free Offerings: The Business...2025-01-1518 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastOur website CRASHED on Membership Launch Day!We learn from our mistakes right? And, this is the tale of that mistake!
As promised...
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๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/
Chapters
00:00 The Aftermath of Christmas 2024
03:04 The Birth of the Digital Circus
06:09 The Launch Day Chaos
08:56 Lessons Learned and Future Growth
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Thanks for watching: Our we...2025-01-0812 min
Leading with integrity: Leadership talkEp.149: Leading with Integrity New Yearโs Eve Special 2024 | Leadership PodcastsWell, this is it: the last episode of 2024 and we're going out with a bang. by which I mean another record-breaking episode (for me and Leading with integrity, anyway). 3hrs 12min of awesome guests reflecting on their key takeaways from 2024, discussing their proudest moments and lessons learned, how these will change each of their approaches to 2025, and what their leadership New Year's Resolution will be.We journey from the deep and profound to the lighthearted and silly, and back again. A few times. And there's never long to wait for another practical lesson for leadership, business, or...2024-12-313h 12
Leading with integrity: Leadership talkEp.146: Elves are People Too - Christmas Special 2024 | Leadership PodcastsThis Year's Christmas leadership silly-ness event is a new record for episode length on Leading with integrity, I'll admit I got carried away, but it's so worth it because we will be answering crucial seasonal questions, such as:Why should Santa's Elves Unionise?Is Hitler on a coffee mug office-appropriate?Does Santa have a second job?Is he just the figurehead who hogs the credit, or a visionary leader?Are the Elves part of the animal kingdom, or a magical exception? #ElvesArePeopleTooIs it really work if...2024-12-232h 46
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastSmall Business Podcasts. Worth the effort? Richard Langdon started his 5 month ago!Are small business podcasts even worth the effort? We chat to RADMIN, who has just started his to see how it's going, what he's learnt and what challenges he's had...
As promised...Both of our affiliate links for Riverside.. ๐ซก๐
Ours: https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/Riverside
Radmins: https://riverside.fm/?via=radmin-assist
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
06:03 Podcasting Journey: Highs, Lows, and Learnings
12:11 The Non-Financial Benefits of Podcasting
15:53 Seasonal Reflections and Closing Thoughts
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastEmpowering Young Entrepreneurs: Young Enterprise Scheme @ Barton Peveril CollegeSpending the day with young enterprise at Barton Peveril with Donna Bennet.
Thanks guys..
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Young Enterprise and Sales Confidence
02:48 The Role of Drama in Sales and Confidence Building
06:10 Understanding Customer Connection and Emotional Selling
09:12 The Exciting Potential of the Younger Generation in Business
The young entrepreneurs Instagram accounts..
https://www.instagram.com/comfort_and_care.528/https://www.instagram.com/dakota.gregory1014/https://www.instagram.com/shopseasonalsupplies_bpevril/https://www.instagram.com/finest.graphic/
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastWinning at Life: More Than Just Financial Success Rachel & Ciaran McKenna | Small Business PodcastsOur first foursome and a fabulous one at that... Thanks guys..
Chapters
00:00 The Adventure of Life Begins
01:49 Finding Purpose and Balance
05:10 The Dynamics of Working Together
10:07 Communication and Collaboration in Business
12:50 Winning the Lottery of Life
17:40 From Teaching to Business: A Journey
25:09 The Importance of Relationships in Business
28:20 Breaking Down Silos: Marketing and Sales Collaboration
30:12 The Evolution of Career Paths
36:10 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship
43:15 Embracing the Adventure of Life
47:59 Advice to Younger Selves
A huge thank you to Rachel & Ciaran for their time.
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastThe Courage to Rewrite Your Story: A Midlife Adventure from Lynne Evans | The Small Business PodcastOh Lynne... What an inspiring adventure.. Thank you so much...
Chapters
00:00 The Journey of Lynn Evans: From Corporate to Creative
10:10 Finding Balance: Family, Work, and Fulfilment
19:53 The Power of Storytelling: Capturing Life Stories
29:49 Creating a Legacy: The Importance of Documenting Memories
A huge thank you to Lynne for her time.
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This is Ep44 of ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast
Fancy saying 'Hi' to Lynne?
https://thememoryshed.com/
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๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co...2024-11-2739 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastBe Brave & Bold: Embracing Change in Life and Business Laura Robson | The Small Business PodcastLove this takeaway from Laura...
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Laura Robson's Journey
02:49 Balancing Business and Family Life
06:01 From Scientist to Business Owner
09:06 The Transition to Virtual Assistant
12:05 Navigating the Challenges of Entrepreneurship
14:49 The Importance of Networking
18:13 Simplifying Tech for Small Businesses
20:57 Future Plans and Membership Ideas
24:11 Final Thoughts and Advice
A huge thank you to Laura for her time.
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This is Ep43 of ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast
Fancy saying 'Hi' to...2024-11-2033 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastChoosing positivity: Why you should with Chris Wilson | The Small Business PodcastLoving the positivity with Chris Wilson...
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Chris Wilson and His Mission
03:06 The Power of Positivity and Personal Goals
05:52 Lessons from Hospitality and Career Transitions
09:04 Navigating Life's Challenges and Personal Growth
12:03 The Importance of Connection and Authenticity
14:55 Mental Health Awareness and Gratitude
18:08 The Impact of Technology on Human Interaction
20:56 Messages for the Youth of Today
24:10 Chris's Journey from Darkness to Light
26:45 The Ripple Effect of Positivity
30:06 Final Thoughts and Advice for the Younger Self
A huge thank you to Chris for his time.
Full show...2024-11-1342 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastCan living in the moment be enough? | Laura' Taylor's small business adventure | Digital Circus LIFEThe truly fabulous Laura Taylor...
Chapters
00:00 The Pooping Pants Episode
02:49 Living in the Moment: Achievements and Goals
06:01 Building a Supportive Team
08:50 Mental Health and Community Support
12:04 The Journey from Employment to Entrepreneurship
18:02 Confidence and Continuous Learning
23:52 Collaboration Over Competition
24:49 The Value of Virtual Assistants
28:14 Community and Collaboration in the VA Industry
32:51 The Joy of Event Management
36:53 Living in the Moment and Future Planning
45:57 Embracing Authenticity and Overcoming Fear
A huge thank you to Laura for her time.
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This is Ep41 of ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The...2024-11-0649 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastFrom CBeebies to the happiness coach. Julie Mann on The Small Business PodcastThe amazing Julie Mann...
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Happiness Coaching
02:46 Julie Mann's Journey to Happiness Coaching
05:59 The Evolution of Julie's Career
08:51 Overcoming Personal Challenges
11:50 The Role of Habits in Happiness
14:55 The Impact of Life Experiences
18:02 Transitioning from Acting to Coaching
20:50 The Importance of Playfulness in Coaching
24:10 Understanding and Changing Habits
26:54 The Role of Voice Acting in Julie's Career
29:57 Future Aspirations and Retirement Plans
33:08 Advice to Younger Self
A huge thank you to Julie for her time.Full show notes further down...
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastWe get to do this! | Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastAre you ready for some more epic episodes?
After an fab Summer, we are now back and boy are we blimmin excited..
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Thanks for watching: We get to do this! | Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast
Step right up, because the spotlight is on the...2024-10-2305 min
Ecommerce Coffee Break โ The Ecom Marketing & Sales PodcastWhat Happens If You Automate Your Marketing? Watch This โ Emily & Alan Braithwaite | How To Start with Email Automation, What Information to Collect When Building an Email List, What KPI's Measure Email Success, How A/B Testing Improves Emails (#335)In this podcast episode, we discuss how to automate your marketing and take control of your online ecosystem. We explore the impact of automation on marketing efficiency. Our featured guests on the show are Emily and Alan Braithwaite from yellowtuxedo.co.ukย Topics discussed in this episode: ย How to get started with email marketing automation for ecommerce beginnersย Why email marketing should be a higher priority in your overall marketing mixย What information to collect when building your email list and why simplicity mattersย How integrating design tools like Canva with email platforms can strea...2024-08-2734 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastChange is a good thing! | Emily & Alan Braithwaite | The Small Business PodcastHow are you with change?
One of the biggest takeaways from the last 44 episodes is how much change the guests have gone through. It really is inspirational..
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastAre you in the right environment for success? | The small business podcastIt can make so much difference if you are..
Ensuring that you are in the right environment for success is how you make sure that you will achieve the success that you want.
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This is a bonus episode of ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast. We hope that you enjoy it..
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๐https://www.yellowtuxedo.co...2024-06-2618 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastI show others how to eliminate their addiction | Vicky Midwood | The Small Business PodcastVicky takes us on her adventure from long term addiction and other challenges to breaking through and now showing others how to understand how their mind and body are connected and how to take responsibility for their own health.
A huge thank you to Vicky for her time.
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This is Ep39 of ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast
Fancy saying 'Hi' to Vicky https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/426802/87719477697841062/share
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastI just love conflict coaching | Emma Jenkings | The Small Business PodcastFascinated by conflict and asking questions at a young age, after a few different jobs, Emma found herself right where she wanted to be..
A huge thank you to Emma for her time.
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This is Ep38 of ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast
Fancy saying 'Hi' to Emma https://www.mosaicmediation.co.uk
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastWe're filming with CHICKENS, as BUSINESS is BORING for us right now! | Small business podcastIt seemed like a great idea before we started!
We've hit this phase, where we're not excited by our content!
Is that just part of sustain and grow or should we be excited. Are you?
๐ชThe Digital Circus
http://www.TheDigitalCircus.co.uk
The Funpreneurs BIG Day Out
http://www.funpreneur.co.uk
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastMy ADHD is NOT a superpower | Antony Burdett-Clark | The Small Business PodcastABC is an extremely creative photographer, who in this episode takes us through his undiagnosed ADHD and how it's not a superpower for him!
We also chat through how family is always the goal and his absolutely amazing career...
A huge thank you to ABC for his time.
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This is Ep37 of ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast
Fancy saying 'Hi' to ABC
https://www.lightboxstudios.co.uk
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastLiving with Epidermolysis Bullosa / EB | Vie Portland | Small Business PodcastVie Portland is a Confidence Coach, an author, a speaker, a trainer and a human empowerer who helps people find their fabulous...
A huge thank you to Vie for her time.
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This is Ep36 of ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast
Fancy saying 'Hi' to Vie https://www.linkedin.com/in/vipempowerment/
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastI was being a victim, I'd had enough | Debbie Crompton | The Small Business PodcastWe blimmin love Debbie...
Such an amazing adventure that she's on with her mate Steph... It was so much fun chatting to her..
We hope you also enjoy it as she shares why she does what they do, where they're going with it and the adventures along the way...
A huge thank you to Alison for her time.
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This is Ep35 of ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast
Fancy say...2024-05-0840 min
Leading with integrity: Leadership talkEp.111: Small Business Leadership and Life As A Funpreneur, with Emily & Alan BraithwaiteAre frisbees a great marketing tool, or an accident waiting to happen?This week I'm joined by Emily and Alan Braithwaite, the two halves of Yellow Tuxedo and the Digital Circus. They'll be helping us answer every question you've ever had about being an online entrepreneur, working with your spouse, digital visibility, social media, leadership, and more. One of my favourite duo's and definitely one of my favourite conversations ever, this episode has so much awesomeness it's impossible to contain it within a description, or within our average runtime!Thanks for listening to...2024-05-081h 40
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastGoing with the flow. From the UK to Goa and back again | Alison Bale | Digital Circus LIFE The Small Business PodcastIt's tricky isn't it.. All of this positive thinking and sometimes we still find it hard to trust it and go with the flow.Alison's a great example of knowing you want something and then it happening..
From her take on her coaching to travelling the world, Alison always went with it.
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
A huge thank you to Alison for her time.
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastAnn Summers gave me the confidence to pull up my BIG GIRL PANTS with Gayle TongFinding courage and growing confidence is all part of the adventure....
It's not an end goal, it's an adventure to be taken and enjoyed...
We LOVED chatting to Gayle Tong about her adventure through retail, Ann Summers into growing her own confidence all the way to now, where she helps others by whipping out her big girl pants...
A huge thank you to Gayle for her time.
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastConfidence, mindset & presentation skills Sarina Mann on The Small Business PodcastThere were two huge takeaways for us from our chat with Sarina..
1) You can choose to stop your anxiety
2) Business owners who have the confidence to public speak have an advantage from the outset
These are the reasons why Sarina now helps other business owners work on their public speaking skills.
A huge thank you to Sarina for her time.
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
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In Business Talks2 PodcastHusband and Wife Team Emily and Alan - ''We're really more about the people and fun and helping people achieve stuff''In this weeks episode we are talking to married business partners Emily and Alan Braithwaite, of Yellow Tuxedo .In this episode, we really enjoyed our chat with this lovely coupleย Emily and Alan, the founders of Yellow Tuxedo, online visibility specialists based in. They share their story of how they started their business, how they help their clients and how they balance their work and life as a married couple.Meet Emily and Alan Braithwaite, the dynamic duo behind Yellow Tuxedo, the internet's brightest onlinevisibility specialists! They are not y...2024-04-1244 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastMy neurodivergent brain is my super power | Ian Bull | The Small Business Podcast40 years of wondering why!
Wondering why, he was so amazing at somethings, but other things weren't as simple!
Finally, after two failed marriages, but with a very successful business, Ian got the diagnosis, that gave hime the clarity he wanted...
And then his neurodivergent brain became his super power..
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/l-mCWB2X1G0
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastYou have to create your own opportunities | Joanna Tomlins | Small business podcastsErm... We're not sure what to say about Joanna's inspirational adventure..
What do you do if there's not a school for your kids to go? If you're Joanna Tomlins, you build it..
What do you do if you fancy starting your first business, start small or go all in? Well, for Joanna, it's going all in..
A truly inspirational adventure from Joanna Tomlins, that spans the globe and currently is in Devon providing an amazing wedding venue for couples getting married..
After...2024-04-0335 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastI waited a decade to ask this... | Sam Savage | Digital Circus LIFE | Small Business PodcastsYes, this episode is all about Sam and her tale and adventure, but when you wait over a decade suggest that you were robbed at an awards ceremony, that Sam organised.... Well, you take it...
In other news, it was fascinating how Sams love of people has got her here.
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
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This is Ep29 of ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast
Fancy saying 'Hi' to Sam Savage
http://instagram.com/southcoast_weddings 2024-03-2639 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastLaunching The Funpreneurs BIG Day Out | Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastIt's for you... This whole thing is for you..
If, you're a regular person running a business balancing and blending real life with it..
With a dose of fun of course...
That's what being a funpreneur is all about..
If you fancy finding out more, then why not head to..
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What is the rise of the funpreneur all about? ๐
https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/the-rise-of-funpreneur/
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu...2024-03-2207 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastRunning a business with neurodiverse children | Neurodiversity Celebration WeekHaving neurodiverse children and running a business is tough!
Not only is it unplanned, it can take up a lot of unplanned time when growing your business...
There's a great poem from Emily Perl Kingsley called, "Welcome to Holland", which sums it up perfectly...
When Nikie asked us, if we fancied a chat so we could both share our experiences on this, we thought yesโฆ
What about you? How do you balance it all?
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mTHavqPzpgE
The poem we mention https://www.emilyperlkingsley.com/welcome-to-holland
Full show no...2024-03-2040 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastDo you give yourself permission to dream? | Danie Evergreen | Small Business PodcastsIt's a fascinating question! We hope that you do, and this is what Danie works with her clients on.
Danie's desire to help people goes way back and over the years she's done that through dancing and personal training and well as education.
Now, she goes back to the beginning with her clients, by helping them with their minds! After all, if your mind is right, the dancing and training will follow, if wanted..
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Full show notes below...2024-03-1336 min
Power To Speak with Confidence. Conversations that will inspire and empower.Speak With Confidence Even when It feels Uncomfortable. #44Even though you know speaking in public is going to feel uncomfortable you have to grab those speaking opportunities to grow your business!
My guest for this previously live episode of Speaking About Speaking is one half of husband-and-wife duo, Yellow Tuxedo. The wife half that is, lovely Emily Braithwaite.
Emily and husband, Alan have run a business together for over 10 years, firstly in the wedding and events arena and now in the Digital Marketing world.
With their company, Yellow Tuxedo, they show small business owners how to increase their online presence. They...2024-03-1130 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastPeople pleasing serves me well | Ellcie Moore | Small business podcasts | Digital Circus LIFEWhat are the stepping stones to get from such polar opposite industries!
Paintballing and then processes are pretty far apart! It's what links them though that got Ellcie from one to the other...
What about you? Sometimes its about what we like, not what we want to do!
Thank you for sharing with us Ellcie.
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6ssWedoLb3Q
Full show notes below...
2024-03-0630 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastI am in control of my own happiness | Nikie Forster | The Small Business PodcastAre you truly happy? It's a bizarre one isn't it! Being in the moment, being happy and going with the flow.
This is what Nikie is all about. She's followed her nose, stuck to wanting to work with people, helping them, finding out what they need and educating...
Now, she owns Curious Lighthouse a Lego Creative L&D consultancy..
Thank you for sharing with us Nikie.
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Watch on YouTube: https...2024-02-2835 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastLife after topical steroid addiction | Imogen Tingay on the small business podcastWe never know what people are going through, until they have gone through and start to share it...
If after sharing it, they also then decide to help others, well that's just unbelievable.
Imogen is one of these people.
Her now life after topical steroid addiction and getting to grips with it, is one of helping others..
Thank you for sharing with us Imogen.
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KOsvPBp3ShI
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๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastAfter nearly dying, I now enjoy the little things in life | Adam Carley | Small Business PodcastsWhen two of lifes most serious challenges happen to you, it does make you start to question everything!!
Adam has had a very tough time, but the one thing that has stayed rigid is his creativity and his desire to help other people..
A huge thanks to Adam for being so honest and open... And for just being him..
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/I1K8mQAOzQc
Full show notes below...
2024-02-1439 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastI couldn't have done it without my small business networking group | Alex Chell | Small Business PodcastsBeing a mum can become a full time job and what you're known for! But what if you want to be known for something else as well as being a parent?
Mum of 4, Alex wanted to build her business to make sure it was there once the kids had grown up.
Her small business networking group gave her the strength and support to grow her business.
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DHjRds-KH2s
Full show notes below...
This is Ep23 of ๐ช Digital Circus LIF...2024-02-0737 min
๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastYou HAVE to do it, when becoming a successful entrepreneur | Vaishali Shah | Small Business PodcastsWhen it's in your family DNA and you start your own business, it doesn't matter if you're shy, you have to do what you need to do to win the business.
24 years in business has given Vaishali a fascinating and valuable insight into being an Entrepreneur and our chat she shares exactly what's worked for her.
It was an absolute pleasure chatting and hearing Vaishalis adventure.
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Full show notes below...
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2Z9yWeamkxw
2024-01-3140 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastMy small business community got me through it. Sarah Phelps | Small Business Podcasts | Digital Circus LIFEMoving a business from Canada to the UK is tough any day of the week.
But, luckily being a part of the Heritage Craft Community, which is like family massively helped..
Before the start of the business was serial redundancies! A challenge for many people, so why not head out by yourself when constantly faced with that uncertainty..
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Full show notes below...
This is Ep21 of ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast
Find out more about Sarah Phelps and Maude:
https://www.instagram.com/sarahandmaude/
https://www...2024-01-2439 min
Self Belief Unsquashed157: Feed Your Growth. Alan BraithwaiteAs a human you are motivated to learn, develop and grow. But it can't just be about study and fancy qualifications surely. What are the basic feeders of personal growth or even business, hobby skills growth?
Welcome to an episode full of those growth feeders.
My guest Alan Braithwaite (see previous episode with Emily Braithwaite) - is co founder of 'Yellow Tuxedo' - helping businesess be visible online.ย But he and Emily have also built a brilliant community called 'Digital Circus' - helping smaller businesses by real practical tips and - so much more.ย That 'm...2024-01-1847 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastHow do I impact the world? Vanda Varga | ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE The Small Business PodcastsWhich is good as the clarity always comes after the confusion as Vanda tells us in our chat this week.
Vanda is one of life's fabulous people and it was an absolute pleasure chatting to here and hearing all about he life choices and why she is where she is today!
In this episode...
Vanda Varga, a neuro rehab specialist and tour guide to the mind, shares her purpose of having a positive impact on the world.
She recounts a glitch in...2024-01-1737 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastStressed out at work! I had to leave.. David Hatch | Small Business PodcastsImagine a job that left you so stressed about every single thing you had to do there! A job so bad that you can't work for 6 months after leaving.
Not nice, is it?!
That's why David now supports and works with leaders who are new to their roles to help them be the best leaders they can be..
In this episode...
David Hatch discusses his passion for leadership and his goal of helping new leaders and managers develop better leadership skills. He shares his journey in the aerospace industry and the impact of both good and bad leadership.
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Ste...2024-01-0308 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastDon't care what other people think, it's hard not to | Emily Braithwaite | Small Business PodcastsDo you care what other people think? It takes a strong person to admit that they do..
This week we chat to Emily. One half of Yellow Tuxedo and all around fabulous person..
Emily discusses her goals of achieving a happy, healthy life with her family and the desire for financial freedom. She also emphasises the importance of health, happiness, and adventure in her life.
Emily shares her love for being useful and making an impact on others. She reflects on the entrepreneurial influence of her grandfather and the lessons she learned from his business ventures.
Emily concludes by discussing...2023-12-2742 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastI am happy with my life | Alan Braithwaite | ๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastWhat is usually a chat about LIFE, turned out to be some amateur psychiatry from Emily to Alan as we cover, life, childhood and so much more..
Summary
In this conversation, Emily and Alan discuss their personal and professional goals, the importance of financial freedom, and the impact of past experiences on their mindset. They explore the challenges they have faced and how they have overcome them, as well as the role of choice and positivity in their lives. They also reflect on the value of surrounding themselves with supportive people and the desire for...2023-12-2041 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastI quit Harrods to start my creative business. Now, they're missing out! | Sheeba DhalluBeing Head Hunted for Harrods chocolate department after a double Masters in Animation and then leaving it all behind to start a creative business..
Wow... This is an adventure we can't wait to share...
Sheeba, a luxury wedding gift designer and egg artist, shares her journey of transitioning from animation to carving intricate sculptures on eggshells. She discusses her inspiration, tenacity, and pursuit of excellence in her craft.
Sheeba also talks about her appearance on Kirstie's Handmade Christmas and the impact it had on her business. She shares her goal of getting her...2023-12-1330 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastWhen your business stops filling your cup! I'm starting a new business | Nicola DickinsonFrom wanting to prove her boss wrong to being asked to go on Dragons Den, not once but twice! Nicola's adventure is fascinating..
Takeaways include:
-Passion and purpose are essential in business.
-It's important to pursue what truly fulfils you and aligns with your values.
-Closing a business can be a challenging but necessary step to find a new path that brings you joy and satisfaction.
-Getting your ducks in a row and knowing your business inside out is crucial for success and growth.
...2023-12-0636 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastOvercoming limiting beliefs to help others | Heike Schimanski | Small Business PodcastsIt's tough.. We know it is! But to overcome your own limiting beliefs so that you can help other people is truly inspiring..
This is exactly what Heike Schimanski has done..
Oh and the fact she's found her purpose and her 'home'. The moment her feet touched the ground, she knew that was where she was meant to be..
A fascinating and inspiring tale from Heike..
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
2023-11-2935 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast"I got sick and found purpose" | Reasons why people start their own business | Vicki BrownWhy did you start your business? Not many of us, can actually say we had a pivotal moment in our lives.Vicki can...
A serious illness led to Vicki discovering her passion and her purpose. This then built up to her where she is now as a personal trainer, online coach and podcaster.
As with every chat we have, we're left feeling inspired by this very relatable tale or real LIFE adventures... Thank you Vicki. ๐
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Thi...2023-11-2239 min
The Sprocket PodcastE602 โ Summer Bike Adventures with Armando, Emily, & Joan
Friends, itโs been a while! Letโs catch up on our summer bike adventures. Armando joins the Ride for Racial Justice and glides over Steamboatโs champagne gravel. Emily bike camps the C&O Canal. And Joan camps and bikes on Lopez Island in the San Juans. Then, we share some updates on our podcast schedule for the next year.
The Sprocket Podcast is produced by Emily Guise, Armando Luna, and Joan Petit.
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Donate: Patreo...2023-11-201h 00๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastHelping others with mindful eating techniques! Lori Weber | small business podcastsWhat would you do? After curing her own disordered eating, Lori chose to help others who were going through what she went through...
That's powerful stuff if you ask us..
Lori's LIFE adventure is full of saying 'yes', doing things that count and helping other people. So it makes sense for this business to be doing the same thing..
Lori shares her awesome adventure with us today... Thank you..
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
This is Ep11 of ๐ช Dig...2023-11-1530 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastTravel with purpose to Malawi on a women in small business partnership | Emily Braithwaite | PodcastLeaving your family and your business and spending 12 days in Malawi isn't for everyone.Let alone adding the leading of a team of 10 extraordinary women in business for a partnership challenge in to the mix as well..Emily and the team spent 12 days working with women in business from Malawi in a trade not aid skill share partnership.This is exactly what Emily did and we figured it was her time to share the adventure with you..After all, this podcast is about LIFE and the adventures we have on our way through it..
2023-11-0844 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastIs it wrong for my business goal to be world domination? Jackie Goddard podcasts for small businessDame Judi Dench's pants, sex toys, life changing situations, world domination, the careers teacher who said 'No' and so so much more..
It's tricky to only choose one highlight or even a couple from our time chatting with Jackie from, so we highly recommend grabbing a cuppa, sitting back, enjoying so you can choose your own...
What about you? Have you been inspired by Jackie's adventure to give something a go? We'd LOVE to know?
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Find out more about...2023-11-0136 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastLeaping into the unknown felt inevitable for Michelle Armitage | podcasts for small business owners"In 10 years time I want to be a world renowned expert in design psychology"
They're very clear goals from Michelle Armitage.. Faced with the opportunity to work hard for 10 more years in a corporate HR role that wasn't meeting her personal needs or going out there in a completely new direction to achieve her new passions as an interior psychologist..
Michelle chose the later....
What would you do? We'd LOVE to know..
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Find out more about Michelle...
https://www.instagram.com/lightandfrank/
https://www.lightandfrank.com
๐Learn more about bui...2023-10-2545 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastI want to be a digital nomad with family | Laura Robinson | Best small business podcastsFrom side hustle to digital nomad...
Laura's goal has always been to travel with the family and the creation of a business that allows her to do that was key...
She shares how petrified she was when she took her 3 & 6 year old travelling around Australia!
We talk with Laura about always wanting to be a graphic designer and started her adventure working for some very large names..
What about you? Would you be a digital nomad if you could?๐
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Find out more about Laura...
https://www.instagram.com/lauraannedesignstudio
https://www...2023-10-1831 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastSmall business GOALS aren't for me | Ricky Locke | Small Business PodcastsDo you actually need a small business goal?
Ricky doesn't have one..
He works on the following...
Does it fill his cup?
Does it bring him fulfilment?
Is he going in the right direction?
A fascinating chat with Ricky as he shares more about his LIFE and adventures with us...
We'd love to know your thoughts on small business goals? Do you have any?
A huge thank you to Ricky Locke...2023-10-1134 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastStarting a small business with less than ยฃ1k | Sophie Easton | Small business owner podcastFear is usually what stops you starting a small business, it's not money!
Sophie, proves once again that a small business can be started with minimal funds..
As she shares her life adventure with us, the key take away for us, was when she got to starting a business, she just did it..
She dug deep, did it and made it happen..
What about you? Has anything stopped you starting?
Or what was your biggest blocker to overcome when you started?
...2023-10-0439 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastI don't want to turn a hobby into a job! | Rebecca Alner | Small Business PodcastsWhat do you think? Does luck grow on trees, or do we accomplish these achievements through hard work?
And what a dilemma to have? 20 years later, Rebecca is embracing the other choice.. What would you do?
We'd love to know your thoughts...
A huge thank you to Rebecca Alner for her time..
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
Find out more about Rebecca..https://www.wildappledesign.com/blog
...2023-09-2725 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastWorking for a large retailer, wasn't for me! I wanted more freedom | Laura Bean | Small businessesThe bullying and toxic culture at the large retailer was enough to put Laura off working for a larger corporation. She found joy and happiness embracing her love of the outdoors as a freelancer supporting small businesses.
Laura's adventure is fantastic and we loved hearing it...
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurabeancopywriting/
https://creativelittleworld.com
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Thanks for watching: Working for a large ret...2023-09-2034 min๐ช Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business PodcastAs a single mother, I did what I needed to do | Julie Christie-Clark | Small Business PodcastsChoice is the most powerful thing we have. However, Jul's choices were affected by being a parent to a young child and needing to provide..
But, the long game paid off for Juls and she really did go from crying to flying... More on this in the episode..
After all, what would you say to your younger self?
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