Business Nest Natters

There is more than just Chat GPT in the form of AI.

In this episode I take you through some other options and also how I've been using it in my business.

It's a skill we should all be learning because in 10 years this use of AI is going to be unimaginable!

Louise Ralphs is a highly talented calligrapher and wedding stationer. She started Lou Paper 8 years ago and has grown the business to offer an additional arm, Calligraphy with Lou, teaching others how to practise the art.

Louise and I recorded this episode after she'd just finished some beautiful window art in my cafe. It's full of juicy tips that we can all use in our businesses.

Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loupaper_/

Wedding Stationery: https://www.loupaper.co.uk/

Workshops: https://www.calligraphywithlou.co.uk/

I recently spoke at someone else's networking event, sharing my top tips for social media and more specifically, Instagram self-audits.

Now I'm sharing that with you so you can audit your own IG and make a few improvements.

If it sounds like I'm talking French in this episode, I do offer 1:1 power hours and social media training. Please do get in touch, I'd love to help you.

Entrepreneurs are not always extroverts!

Toni Searle stepped out of her comfort zone to do this interview with me, sharing her journey so willingly, in the hope of encouraging others.

Toni Searle is a vegan, cruelty-free alternative make-up artist with an edge! Enjoy listening and check out Toni's details here:

https://www.tonisearlemua.com/

https://www.instagram.com/tonisearlebridal/

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International Women's Day falls on the 8th March every year.

This year, I held a networking event again to mark the occasion and the wonderful women around us in business. We had 43 superstars come to a sell out event, held at Salty Olive in Wokingham, Berkshire.

We started the morning with a breakfast cocktail and heard from Laura Summers. During the intros, everyone shared what the day means to them and this is what inspired this episode.

I hope you enjoy hearing from them!

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https://www.thebusinessnest.co.uk/book-online

The first duo podcast interview that just so happens to be the husband and wife team of Dachi's Restaurant to You - David & Chido Plunkett.

They have a truly inspiring story of battling through the lockdowns and emerging out the other side with 2 additional sister businesses.

https://dachis.co.uk/

https://fwt.dachis.co.uk/

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I've been in business for 8 years now and tech of course has changed A LOT in that time. But there are some bits of software I have used from the very beginning and quite frankly, could not run my business without!

Drop me a message if you'd like any of my affiliate links for the apps/software mentioned in this episode.

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Laura is one of those people who just knows so much and knows so many people!

We've been working together about a year now but there was so much I realised I didn't know about Laura! She also taught me that ASOS stands for - as seen on screen. Mind blown in the first 10 mins.

Enjoy listening and learning - we do have a little giggle!

If you're interested in Laura's small business membership, Marketing with Confidence here's the web link:

https://marketingwithconfidence.co.uk/

Follow Laura Summers on Instagram

In this solo episode I share some examples of powerful relationships I've created with people that are my direct competitors!

Book for International Women's Day:

https://www.thebusinessnest.co.uk/book-online/p/small-business-networking-8th-march

Come along to Ribbons Fest with 10% off. Code: BUSINESSNEST10

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/ribbonsribbonsfest/935389

There is no doubt Rebecca Hogan is seriously passionate about coaching. She lives for that feeling of knowing she's really helped someone move forward with their life.

Fertility struggles, stepping stones to the right business and work/life balance are all topics we discuss in this episode.

Connect with Rebecca Hogan:

https://www.rebeccahogancoaching.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccahogancoach/

Book Networking Events with The Business Nest:

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