Do your thing

Do your thing

By Mia AsanteBusinessEntrepreneurship
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Do your thing episodes

  • 18. Gemma Thirsk - Founder of The Ladies Who Trade Coworking Space and That’s Her Business
    In this episode I am speaking to Gemma, Founder of The Ladies Who Trade Coworking Space, a female-only co-working space and That’s Her Business. she has also been “doing her thing” as a freelance graphic designer for 2 ½ years and loves it. Gemma is also part of a collective of female entrepreneurs helping women in business feel confident in their online presence through branding and web design. We discuss how Gemma got started in her business, her inspiration and the importance of working spaces for women.  Image provided by Cassandra Lane Photography. 
    https://thatsherbusiness.co.uk/
    https://gemmathirsk.com/
    27 min
  • 17. Alyssa-Caroline Burnette - Founder of A Room of One’s Own
    Alyssa-Caroline Burnette is the founder and editor of A Room of One’s Own, a global feminist creative platform dedicated to publishing content written by women, for women.We discuss why Alyssa loves writting and reading, how she got into publishing and the importance of safe spaces for writters.
    42 min
  • 16. Maria Purcell - Co-Founder of The Hood
    In this episode, I am speaking to Maria a commercial business leader with extensive experience in the fields of strategy, growth, advertising, sales, and marketing. She is committed to challenging traditional business models and ways of thinking and helping customers to find the solutions that work for them. With over 13 year’s experience gained at businesses like Facebook and Uber, Maria is a results-oriented digital expert with a passion for all things tech. Maria has a Bachelors's degree in Advertising and Media Production and a Masters's in Design. A dedicated mother of 2, Maria was recently recognized as one of the Top 50 Sales leaders in the UK. 
    As well as that Maria is also co-founder of The Hood. In this episode, we discuss Girlhood: The Story The perfect gift for girls aged 8 to 14. Part journal, part guide, invites girls to capture their unique story of growing up. We talk about why we all wish we had a period journal growing up, the inspiration behind the business, and what we can all do to try and end period stigma. I hope you all enjoy it!
    https://wearethehood.com/
    56 min
  • 15. Amara Amaryah - Writing, Wellness and protecting black joy
    Amara Amaryah is a poet, wellness advocate, and travel writer of Jamaican descent. She uses her blog to document her travels and share her stories. Her poetry has been published and performed nationally and internationally and her debut collection will be released in 2021 with Bad Betty Press. In this episode, we discuss why Amara loves writing, the importance of wellness and self-care in our daily lives, and how black people can protect their joy.
    blog - amaraamaryah.com
    IG - amara.amaryah
    39 min
  • 14. Black voices.

    In this episode of Do your thing, I have the pleasure of sharing this platform with a number of black creatives and business owners to hear their powerful statements on the black lives matter movement. They all have a response to the injustice going on at present particularly to black people. They have chosen to express this in various ways. As a black person, I thought it was so important to use this podcast to spread awareness on Black lives matter and bring power to black voices. Keep learning, reading, and watching. I hope you all enjoy this important and meaningful episode. Voices heard: Kaira iloanya, Tenesia Pascal, Monjama-Georgina, Avila Diana, Renée Davis.

    9 min
  • 13. Kim Innes - Founder of Humble Crumble
    In today's episode, I am speaking to Kim Innes founder of Humble Crumble she has taken the nation’s favorite dessert and given it a modern twist, with various fruits and garnishes. All this is served from her mobile crumble bar in outdoor markets and at private events.  Humble Crumble is committed to making each crumble as humble as possible by making them sustainably. We discuss Kim's love for baking, how she got started and tips to start your own business from scratch! Hope you enjoy :)
    https://www.humblecrumblelondon.co.uk/
    46 min
  • 12. Imogen Mornement - Founder of Penny & a Pearl
    In today's episode I am speaking to Imogen Mornement fouder of Penny & a Pearl DIY Lingerie Sewing Kits crafted to give you the ability to create individual, beautiful garments. Imogen wants to give people a chance to embrace their individuality in the most intimate way and for you to proud of the things you create and the body you wear it with. We discuss how Imogen got started, juggling a buiesnes with university and how creating something yourself can make you feel awesome!
    https://pennyandapearl.co.uk/
    30 min
  • 11. Party styling with Jenny Cooper - Founder of Cotton and Canvas

    In today's episode I am speaking to Jenny Cooper founder of Cotton and Canvas. Jenny is a Party planner and stylist; bringing an abundance of passion, originality, and imagination to every event she styles. Jenny's aim is to deliver creativity, joy, and sparkle to your special event. As well as that Jenny is also co-founder of Joytasic a platform for sharing tips and ideas about living our lives with as much joy as possible for children and adults.  We discuss why she loves party planning, how she got started, and the importance of joy and wellbeing.  I hope you all enjoy it!!

    https://www.cottonandcanvas.co.uk/

    42 min
  • 10. The importance of wellbeing and joy with Josey Horrel founder of Joytastic
    In today's episode I am speaking to Josey Horrel co-founder of Joytastic a platform for sharing tips and ideas about living our lives with as much joy as possible for children and adults.
    Joytastic is real and honest In a world of 'perfect' social media, they often say it how it is and have a laugh about the highs and lows of life.
    Joytastic have put on a wellness event for kids and are currently creating a programme for schools plus their own Joytastic journal. Watch this space! We discuss the importance of emotional well-being and joy!
    35 min
  • 9. Sonia Vico - Getting creative with photography.
    On todays episode I am speaking to Sonia, she moved to London from Spain almost eight years ago. After juggling jobs in bars and cafes alongside photography and freelancing, she has now decided to go to university. We discuss how she got into photography, why it's never too late to study and getting creative for the fun of it. I hope you enjoy.
    39 min

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Hosted by filmmaker, Mia Asante, Do your thing is a weekly conversation with fabulous people discussing all things passions, side hustles, and small business. Each week we discover how they got…