If your Oodie or Hug n Snug is crawling to the washing machine because you’ve spent all winter hibernating in it, we’ve got the perfect replacement. Because, drum roll, please…
TechPixies has launched its own stylish swag!!! 🥳 🎉💃🏼

Thanks to our pals Jess Christie and Hannah Walker, founders of hand-printed organic clothing brand Northern Brights, you can now get your mitts on a range of sweaters, t-shirts and our personal faves – snuggly cowl neck hoodies – designed exclusively for TechPixies.

Not only do Jess and Han LOVE stars as much as we do (you’ll love hearing why they pop a star on the sleeve of every item they produce), but they were also super keen to help boost our Partners in Believing Fund, which supports women receiving PIP, ESA or Universal Credit, those who are 60+, BAME or are LGBTIQ+, and women with visible or invisible illnesses or disabilities through our training programmes. 🙌🏽

Here’s why you need to tune in
Learn more about how the Partners in Believing Fund has supported women through our training in 2022 and 2023, and get busy deciding what TechPixies x Northern Brights loveliness you’ll be adding to your wardrobe. Remember, 5% of every purchase goes to the Partners in Believing Fund. Plus, throughout February, you’ll enjoy 10% off too. 🏃🏽

Here’s what to listen out for:

[01:08] Discover why Northern Brights pops a star on all its clothing.

[04:20] Joy reveals all about the TechPixies Partners in Believing Fund.

[06:48] Get a sneak peek at how TechPixies changed lives in 2022 and 2023.

[11:18] Feast your eyes on the fab TechPixies swag.

[12:55] How Northern Brights makes clothing with love.

[14:54] How the DreamBuilder® programme helped Jess and Hannah with their business.

It’s time to use your pounds (£££) for a purpose, so hit play now. ▶️▶️▶️

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Some days, wouldn’t it be great to be able to magic up a few extra hours? Especially when the juggle has gone properly Pete Tong, and there’s so much on your to-do list that you barely have time for a cup of tea (sacrilege).

Esme Willis can relate. While her freelance role as a graphic designer gives her a degree of flexibility, she’s also running her late parent’s farm and has a gazillion jobs that she can’t just park until another day.

So, with time definitely not on her side, how did Esme learn the social media skills she needed to rocket the value she could offer clients?

Here’s why you need to tune in
Esme arrived at TechPixies wanting to develop social media skills to promote herself as a freelance graphic designer AND add more strings to her bow. Get the lowdown on how she made this happen – despite time not always being on her side – and discover the tips and tricks Esme used to work through the curriculum at her own pace, in her own time.

Here’s what to listen out for:

[02:27] Why Esme chose the self-study route.

[04:11] Esme discovers the power of social media for a good cause.

[08:47] Hear Esme’s top tips for making a success of self-study.

[10:39] This is why we teach all the social media networks.

[14:04] How Esme schedules her time as a self-study student.

So, if you don’t think you have the time to learn social media, try working at your own pace with our step-by-step, click-by-click system and take all the time you need. 

Hit play now. ▶️▶️▶️

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How do you know when the time is right to do paid advertising? And how do you make a success of paid advertising when you’re ready to take the plunge? 🤷‍♀️

Fern Fuller has been on quite the journey at TechPixies (tune in to hear all her incredible wins), and she’s followed a clear roadmap to get her business ready for paid advertising. And it’s so good we wanted to share it. 🧭

Because no one wants to be flinging cash at Meta and not see results, our chief TechPixie Joy spells out the success path in this podcast episode so you’ll know when the time to do paid advertising is right for you. 

Here’s why you need to tune in
Discover how organic social media helped Fern define who she wanted to serve and how this has helped her with her Meta ads. Follow the roadmap Fern used to get her business for paid advertising and make a success of it. And learn how she got over her fear of putting herself out there. If Fern can do it, you can too! 💪

Here’s what to listen out for:

01:09] Fern recaps her journey with TechPixies.

[04:46] How Fern grew her social media reach organically.

[06:56] Fern makes an important shift in her business.

[14:36] How long did Joy wait to move from organic to paid advertising?

[16:23] Why 2023 was a pivotal year for Fern.

[17:52] Your roadmap to social media success.

[19:11] How Fern combats any fear she feels. 

[24:55] How can you get to be where Fern is now?

Grab the roadmap you need for marketing success by pressing play now. ▶️▶️▶️

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🚫 “I never want to be on social media”

🚫 “I never want to launch a podcast”

🚫 “I never want to run my own business”

Kirsty van den Bulk has said all of the above at some point in her life.

And yet, after a squiggly career path that’s seen her appear in an advert for Heinz Baked Beans (it’s still out there, apparently), become an actor, work in retail and enjoy top jobs at some major tech firms, Kirsty has done ALL of the above and more.

So how has she turned her ‘nevers’ into ‘I could do this forever’? And how has she conquered her fears so she can help others rock their online presence?

Here’s why you need to tune in
Kirsty drops some major golden nuggets for anyone struggling to feel confident on camera, including a technique she still uses whenever that pesky imposter syndrome pops up. It’s time to take A.I.M. people! You’ll also discover why making a great social media post or video starts at the end and how Kirsty’s ‘magical mistakes’ have made her the successful on-camera coach, podcaster and coach she is today.

Here’s what to listen out for:

[02:30] Why service is at the heart of Kirsty’s business.

[06:29] Kirsty on never giving up 

[08:58] Allow yourself to make magical mistakes.

[12:27] How did Kirsty get comfortable showing up on social media?

[19:49] How do you overcome imposter syndrome?

[23:16] Making a business from something you never thought you’d do. 

[29:10] Why you should start at the end for your posts and videos.

[35:44] Use SEO to attract the people who need what you have.

Oh, and if you notice someone different in the hosting hot seat, that’s Annmarie Miles. She’s our guest host and is a TechPixie who loves Kirsty’s tips and tricks as much as we do.

For details of links and resources mentioned, please go to TechPixies.com

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How do you achieve the life you love when the thing you want most isn’t something you can put a timestamp on? 🤔

 

This was the question that had Nicola Walsh in a spin. Because all the while she was focused on having another baby, she was putting other things in her life on hold. She needed to shift her mindset, and as one of the first to do our DreamBuilder® Program, she found a whole heap of tools to help.

From leaning into questions like ‘What would I love?’ and ‘What one action step can I take today that’ll move me closer to my dream?’ to discovering scaffolding images and the Brave Thinking activation tool, this episode of the Sparkle and Thrive Podcast will resonate if you are looking to expand your family or want to build a business that works around your family.

Here’s why you need to tune in
Check out how Nicola stepped into her power to set up her own business, the mental shifts she made to get there, and why sometimes you’ve got to take the leap and trust that it’s all going to work out.

Here’s what to listen out for:

[01:50] What happens when you lean into the question, ‘What would I love?’

[04:33] What can you do right now to help you move forward?

[08:22] Nicola creates ‘scaffolding’ images for her dream.

[15:39] How Nicola got through the ‘messy middle’ of setting up her own business.

[16:38] Try the Brave Thinking Activation Tool.

[20:57] Does the number you want to earn feel expansive?

[30:30] Why the feeling you have is just as powerful as the visual side of a vision. 

Enjoy the episode! ▶️▶️▶️

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How do you make money doing something you love? Especially if you’re in an industry in which supposedly ‘only the lucky few’ make the £££. 💰

This was one question Lois Lelland was grappling with when she arrived at TechPixies. But having just recorded and mixed her debut EP, she was also struggling to know how to share it with the world.

She thought social media might be the answer, but there was just one problem.

Lois’s invisibility cloak was well and truly on, and she felt super uncomfortable putting herself online. And like many women, she’d unwittingly popped a few subconscious blocks around making money and feeling worthy of earning it in her way.

But after doing our social media training, Money Mindset Masterclass, and our DreamBuilder® Program, Lois:

1️⃣ Released her EP
2️⃣ Discovered how to make money from music
3️⃣ Learnt how to use social media to promote it

She’s pursued her dream, achieved it, and is now onto the next one. 

Here’s why you need to tune in
If you’ve got a dream that you want to pursue and want to know how to achieve it, you’ll love what Lois has to say in this episode. You’ll discover how she changed the narrative she had about money, how Lois got comfortable with social media, and the 3 pillar system she uses to share her content. And you’ll hear why, having achieved one dream, Lois now knows she has a repeatable system she can use to realise the next.

Here’s what to listen out for:

[00:49] How Lois felt about social media might sound familiar.

[02:00] How did Lois find her confidence on social media?

[04:48] There is a reason why your vision or dream is not happening.

[07:24] How Lois makes money from music.

[09:22] How Lois got over her fear of being online. 

[10:55] Learn more about Lois’s system for getting content out on social media.

[12:38] Why Lois is getting crystal clear and super specific on her vision.

[16:27] Do what you can with what you have with where you’re at.

Lois is super keen to hear your thoughts on Sepia, her EP, so hit download on Bandcamp, Apple Music or Spotify and then DM Lois on Instagram. Even better, use the tracks from the EP in your social media posts and Reels and then share them with Lois.

Enjoy the episode! ▶️▶️▶️

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Doing something you love and getting paid for it – it’s the dream, isn’t it? 🌈

Catherine Speakman has taken her passion for the hidden corners of her home county of Dorset and her skill as a mapmaker (honed after working as a cartographer for the Ministry of Defence) and has, quite organically, grown a brilliant business.

So whether you’re an avid rambler or someone who doesn’t know their moor from their tor, Catherine’s knowledge and storytelling bring the landscape she loves to life. In fact, if you’re fed up with hibernating in your Slanket and crave the fresh air of the outdoors, Catherine’s walks and bike rides offer the perfect excuse to get out and about this winter. 🚶🏽‍♀️🚴🏽

Here’s why you need to tune in
Keen for people to explore more than just the iconic Durdle Door, Catherine reveals her favourite Dorset wonders and wanders, including a 3,000-year-old yew tree that is possibly the oldest in the county. Learn more about Catherine’s membership model and how she feels about people who’ve copied her work. And hear her plans for 2024 and why she’s on a mission to boost the local economy by helping people support artisan businesses and watering holes on their strolls.

Here’s what to listen out for:

[01:04] How Catherine made her passion her business.

[05:44] How does Catherine make money?

[08:41] Learn more about Catherine’s fab idea for 2024.

[13:26] You’ll love this reframe if you discover your work is being copied.

[17:07] Why you should enter awards (as long as they’re not paid for!).

[24:12] What are some of Catherine’s favourite walks in Dorset?

[34:46] AI can’t do what Catherine can do.

Catherine puts a whole heap of research into her walks, creating easy-to-read maps that lead to places full of history and hidden gems. So head to Dorset this winter (we know someone with a campervan you can hire!) and make memories to last a lifetime.

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Pants. Not something you’d imagine might give you the feel-good factor. But for our chief TechPixie Joy and pants champ Sarah Jordan of Y.O.U Underwear, pants should have a purpose. And they should be brave with a touch of sparkle. ✨

We’re always popping on our ‘brave pants’ here at TechPixies. But up until now, they’ve only ever been metaphorical (apart from appearing on a very cool fridge magnet). But when Joy chatted to Sarah on the Sparkle and Thrive podcast a couple of years ago, the seed for a pair of actual brave pants was planted.

Well, it's time for a fanfare because Sarah has only gone and granted all our Christmas wishes.

Please play and feast your eyes on the starry brilliance Sarah’s created, and you’ll love the YOU Sparkle message she’s popped on the inside as much as we do. 🌟

And if you’re thinking they look like the perfect pressie, know that purchasing them does way more good than simply making someone’s day.

Y.O.U Underwear donates two pairs of pants to Smalls for All for every pair sold, an approach that has seen more than 38,000 pairs donated to date and ensured 13,000 girls have been able to attend school. 

Plus, as the world’s highest-rated B Corp fashion brand, Y.O.U Underwear is showing how you can change the world ethically and sustainably.

Here’s why you need to tune in
We catch up with Sarah’s amazing wins and discover that is possible to have a profitable business and positively impact the world. You’ll get tips on where you can go for support if you want to start a business of your own, and you’ll hear why Joy and Sarah think having the support of others you can to for advice is vital.

Here’s what to listen out for:

[01:08] Discover how YOU Underwear is supporting women and girls. 

[02:57] It’s the big reveal of the Brave YOU Sparkle pants.

[07:31] You’ll love Sarah’s business model - it’s incredible.

[14:08] What does Y.O.U Underwear’s B Corp Certification mean? 

[22:18] Learn what it takes to build a business.

[30:14] Where can you go for business support?

Remember, by supporting a small business producing ethically sourced smalls (or undies, briefs or undercrackers, if you prefer) YOU can make a difference.  🌟

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There’s a reason we call Paula Tadzik ‘Magic Tadzik’.

And it isn’t just because whenever there’s a TechPixie in a tech pickle, she’s right there offering a helping hand.

It’s because Paula saw redundancy after 17 years in the same job as an opportunity to make her dream of living and working abroad a reality. In fact, her vision was so clear that Paula and her family moved to the exact house she described on a call with her fellow TechPixies… right down to the white walls and the orange roof.

We love it when a plan comes together.

We also love what Paula did next. As a business coach, Paula’s zone of genius is helping women get unstuck, and she’s put pen to paper to write a book that will help anyone who feels like they’re missing a piece of the puzzle on their road to success.

Paula’s pages ask the tough questions to help you determine what that missing puzzle piece might be. But ‘Magic Tadzik’ doesn’t stop there. She’s also put together training for anyone who wants to follow in her footsteps and publish their own book on Amazon.
If there’s a problem, yo, she’ll solve it, check out her book so your business evolves with it.  👍🏻👍🏽👍🏾👍🏿

Here’s why you should tune in
If you’d love to reframe redundancy as an opportunity, Paula’s story will help. If you want to hear what happens when TechPixies collaborate together, Paula’s story will inspire you. And if you think you’re missing a piece of the puzzle in your business or want to know how to get published, Paula’s book will get you started.

Here’s what to listen out for:

[00:54] Paula’s vision for her life after redundancy is crystal clear.

[03:42] Discover what Paula learnt after trying to help plumbers market themselves.

[05:43] What inspired Paula to publish her book?

[11:37] Hear what happened when Paula collaborated with a fellow TechPixie.

[14:02] Paula asks some ‘horrible’ questions.

[19:03] How Paula helps people with their business or tech mares through her membership.

[21:15] What does it feel like for Paula to be living her dream?

▶️▶️▶️ Press play now.

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Say the word ‘veteran’, and what do you see? An elderly gent with a lapel full of medals? 🎖️

As Kelley Austin, a former medic in the Royal Air Force, points out, you don’t immediately associate the word veteran with women. And that lack of visibility can be an issue, especially if you’re leaving a military career and wondering what the heck to do next.

Because what do you do when you have to wave goodbye to a support network and community you’ve known your entire adult life?

For Kelley, motherhood took priority for a while, but she was searching for something more – a new career and a new community.

And in TechPixies, Kelley found both. 👍🏻👍🏽👍🏾👍🏿

Here’s why you should tune in
Discover how Kelley carved out a new career as a social media manager and how her fellow TechPixies helped her smash this new role out of the park. Hear what was on Kelley’s vision board and whether any of her major dreams have been realised (hint: you’ll LOVE what she’s made happen). And learn what Kelley makes of ChatGPT as a tool for social media managers.

Here’s what to listen out for:

[01:58] What happened when Kelley became a mum.

[09:59] Kelley finds her community but has a crisis of self-belief.

[19:25] Nailing YouTube SEO.

[24:57] Attracting clients as a social media manager.

[26:59] What was on Kelley’s vision board?

[37:44] How has the Business Beyond Social programme helped?

[40:01] The magic of collaborating with others in the community.

[46:01] How to maximise ChatGPT.

[51:36] Kelley’s words of wisdom.

▶️▶️▶️ Press play now and salute a woman who has not only found success as a TechPixie (we love what she does so much, Kelley is officially part of #TeamSparkle here at TP HQ) but is also one of the many heroes who've served our country and protected our freedom.

Lest we forget. 

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