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In this episode I talk to Lisa Shepherd, co-founder of The Biskery. I discovered Lisa and her amazing business when she posted on Linkedin, where she shared details about a conversation she had had with a journalist and what she had heard him say when he THOUGHT he had ended the call…..he hadn’t ended the call….you’ll need to listen into this episode to hear what he said and how those comments helped power Lisa on, staying true to her values, to even better things.
Lisa and co-founder Saskia, set up The Biskery with a mission that was more than just about biscuits. They want to spread kindness and connection through their range, creating Gratituesday and Kindness Biscuits as just two amazing initiatives. The Biskery is all about connection, community, and kindness. It's about making the business work for her, and the women in her team, I loved this conversation, a reminder that the business works for you, not the other way around, Lisa recommends a couple of books which I’ve heard great things about too. 

And the cherry on top of the empire biscuit? An exclusive discount code just for you! 15% off - just enter KINDEGG15 at the til, valid until the end of 2025 at https://www.thebiskery.com/

Thank you to the team at Blackadders for sponsoring this episode. I have loved working with the team at Blackadders recently, supporting and empowering women on all things legal, from divorce and separation, to wills and POA, helping protect women and their children. You'll find out more at https://blackadders.co.uk/

Now on with the show, go get yourself a cup of tea and a wee biscuit!

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In this inspiring episode, join us at the final stop of our Women on Top tour in Glasgow, where we gathered at the stunning Corinthian Club. Kylie Reid, egg head, engages in an enlightening conversation with two remarkable speakers: Tammy Koslowski, founder of NAF! Salon, and Mel MacIntyre, a distinguished Executive Coach and Business Consultant.

Listen in as Tammy and Mel divulge the untold challenges they faced on their paths to success, while emphasising the importance of embracing feminine strengths and how these can create thriving businesses.

Learn about the 4 ‘W’ pillars and how they contribute to sustainable growth, when the best time is to start your business and how to embrace those unspoken challenges.Huge thanks to our sponsors for this episode The Scottish Government Pathways Fund and RBS.

And a big thank you to our guests, Mel MacIntyre: https://www.melmacintyre.com/https://www.instagram.com/mel_macintyre_coaching/

And Tammy Koslowski: https://www.nafstuff.com/https://www.instagram.com/nafstuff

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In this live recording of the Women on Top event in Aberdeen, dive into the captivating stories and invaluable insights shared by Jo Fairley, founder of Green & Black's and renowned journalist, and Dr. Jeanette Forbes OBE, Chief Executive and Founder of PCL Group and owner of Grape & Grain.

This episode unveils the personal experiences, valuable lessons, and transformative journeys of two trailblazing female entrepreneurs.

Discover how Jo Fairley's entrepreneurial journey was shaped, how embracing opportunities and overcoming procrastination allowed her to revolutionise the chocolate industry with Green & Black's and discover why business plans are like birth plans.

Hear from Dr. Jeanette Forbes OBE as she discusses her disciplined approach to business and how she challenged industry norms to become a trailblazer in the male-dominated IT sector. Be inspired by her belief in the power of entrepreneurship to drive positive change and her commitment to promoting mental health and community engagement.

Both Jo and Jeanette emphasise the importance of resilience, determination, and adaptability in entrepreneurship and success. Huge thanks to our sponsors for this episode The Scottish Government Pathways Fund and RBS.

And a big thank you to our guests, Jo Fairley: https://www.josephinefairley.com/

And Dr Jeanette Forbes OBE: https://portlethen.com/

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What happens after something has gone viral? Join us for this exciting episode of Women on Top in Perth, where egg head Kylie Reid has an open conversation with two extraordinary speakers: Rachel Rowley, Founding Partner of Ballintaggart (until 2023) and PR/Marketing guru, and Jade Robertson, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Little Lies.

In this conversation, Rachel and Jade discuss topics such as harnessing originality in a competitive market, why building a strong community around your brand is everything, how the power of storytelling and credibility connects you to your audience and navigating the aftermath of going viral.

Huge thanks to our sponsors for this episode The Scottish Government Pathways Fund and RBS.

And a big thank you to our guests, Rachel Rowley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-rowley-1396b7b/

And Jade Robertson: https://little-lies.com/https://www.instagram.com/shoplittlelies/

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Anja Baak founded Great Glen Charcuterie; a small business based in Roy Bridge. Their focus on locally sourced wild Scottish venison has earned them multiple Great Taste awards and a loyal following.

Samantha Paton, the Director and Founder of Isolated Heroes, has been revolutionising the partywear industry since 2012. Creating sustainable and inclusive designs for all body types, Isolated Heroes has garnered international recognition. 

In this live recording from Dundee Contemporary Arts, egg head Kylie, Anja and Samantha engage in a candid conversation about their entrepreneurial experiences. They delve into the challenges and triumphs of running a successful business while balancing life, motherhood, and careers. This insightful discussion will provide you with essential tips for building resilience and a strong network.
Learn from two of Scotland's sustainability icons and find out how unwavering passion and determination can lead to thriving businesses and make a positive impact on the environment.

Huge thanks to our sponsors for this episode The Scottish Government Pathways Fund and RBS.
And a big thank you to our guests, Anja Baak: https://www.greatglencharcuterie.com/biohttps://www.instagram.com/greatglencharcuterie/
And Samantha Paton: https://www.isolated-heroes.com/https://www.instagram.com/isolatedheroes/

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What can we say about this event apart from, thank god we recorded it! So  much good stuff, social media and marketing insights from two women at the top of their game.

Grace Andrews, the marketing brains behind the Steven Bartlett empire (and only 26!), Grace has played a major role in the phenomenal growth of the Diary of a CEO podcast, as well as Steven's social channels. 

Sonja Mitchell, founder of Jump Ship Brewery, Scotland's first and only dedicated alcohol free brewery, a marketing and brand genius.

To a sell out crowd of 150 women the The Balmoral, Grace and Sonja shared their marketing and social media insights, this episode is GOLD, our only regret is that we didn't make the event an hour longer.

Huge thanks to our sponsors The Scottish Government Pathways Fund and RBS - with their support we were able to offer complimentary childcare and we live-streamed the event too, breaking down barriers and encouraging more women to set up, scale, grow their business, to connect and collaborate.

If you own a business and would like to list it on the egg platform, the largest of its kind helping small and medium sized businesses be seen, head here.
https://www.weareegg.co.uk/list-your-business

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Kicking off 2024 in style, we were thrilled to be joined by Deliciously Ella founder Ella Mills! A self-proclaimed accidental founder, now leading a multi-million pound empire, Ella has just released her 7th cookbook Healthy Made Simple.

Ella was warm, funny and honest, she shared invaluable business insights and told us what she really thinks of work/life balance. Whether you're dreaming of launching your own business, seeking to elevate your existing business, or simply want to hear more about Ella's journey, this episode will ignite your entrepreneurial spirit and leave you hungry for success!

Huge thanks to our sponsors for this episode The Scottish Government Pathways Fund and RBS

https://www.deliciouslyella.com/

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My guest on this episode is Philippa Cunniff, Partner and Head of Family Law at Gilson Gray. She is one of Scotland’s most well respected divorce lawyers, who has guided many women and men through this particularly challenging time of their life.

In advance of recording this podcast I spent some time looking at the kinds of questions that reared their head on this topic, things like - how long does a divorce take? What does it cost? What am I entitled to? As well as many others. Philippa provides great advice in relation to these questions and shares some amazing insight into the kinds of things that can crop up in a divorce from emotional needs to hidden finances and pre-nups. And it’s not only marriage break up we focus on Philippa talks about what happens when a cohabiting couple split too.

My aim with this episode is to give you insight should you ever need this kind of support. I hope you find it interesting.

Gilson Gray are a comprehensive law firm, offering expert legal, property and financial services, they are our preferred estate agent partners and have offices across Scotland. Offering exclusive rates for egg members, email [email protected] enquiries.

My guest on this episode of the Egg Talks To…podcast is Bonnie Garmus, whose debut novel, Lessons in Chemistry was published in April 2022 and has since become an international best seller. It’s been praised not only by readers and literary critics around the world but also by professors in chemistry!

I had a really interesting conversation with Bonnie online from her home in London. She is such a busy person, she works with 40 publishers around the world and does all the promotion, touring etc that goes with that. She tells me about how she was spurred into action to write the book when something happened to her in her professional life that I think a lot of us can identify with.

This book has quite literally had a life-changing impact for some people who have read it and I really love the great wisdom and insight she shares when it comes to dealing with rejection and setbacks.
I had posted that I was going to interview Bonnie and asked the Egg community for questions in advance so it was great to receive a plethora of different questions and topics to cover with her. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

Gail needs no introduction, many of you will have seen her before, heard parts of her story. But what you may not have picked up over the years and in all those articles written and TV shows, is what a good, kind, funny women Gail is. We laughed a lot during this episode! Witty and honest, Gail talks about the death of her parents, the highs and lows of being a media personality, her love of giving back, and gives us an insight into her music taste…oh so different to mine. One of my most favourite guests, get ready to laugh with, and love, Gail Porter.