In this reflective solo episode of FETE: Stories to Inspire, host Katy Berrill takes you behind the scenes of her end-of-year reset. With November in full swing and winter germs in tow, Katy shares the intentional process she uses to close out the year, clear mental and physical clutter, and create space for meaningful goal-setting.

Katy walks through her three-part framework, Review, Reflect, Regroup, exploring how looking back with honesty and curiosity can shape a more aligned year ahead. She talks about why slowing down matters, how to avoid rushing into January with misaligned goals, and why grounding yourself first leads to more powerful, purposeful planning.

You’ll hear:

Katy’s personal year-end routines and why her business shuts down each December

The importance of reviewing what worked, what didn’t, and what surprised you

How to reflect without pressure and allow clarity to unfold

The concept of regrouping both mentally and physically

How to create a 12-month vision based on who you want to become, not just what you want to achieve

Key areas to consider when shaping goals, from money and wellbeing to relationships, business, fun, and personal growth

Katy also shares upcoming resources including a video walkthrough and a downloadable worksheet to help you reset, plan, and move into the new year with intention.

If you're ready to end the year with clarity and step into the next one with confidence, this episode is your guide.

In this episode of FETE: Stories to Inspire, host Katy Berrill explores one of the most overlooked parts of entrepreneurship, taking a break.

When you work for yourself, there’s no HR department reminding you to use your annual leave or plan your holidays. You are the system. Katy shares honest insights and practical strategies on how to create a structure that supports your well-being, prevent burnout, and keep your creativity flowing, even when stepping away feels impossible.

From planning holidays around school terms to embracing flexible work during busy seasons, Katy walks through how she’s learned to balance business growth with family life and self-care. You’ll discover why rest isn’t a luxury, it’s a business strategy.

Whether you’re in your first year of business or scaling with a team, this episode will inspire you to:

Because when you rest, your business grows.

In this week’s episode of FETE: From Employee to Entrepreneur - Stories to Inspire, host Katy Berrill sits down with Emma Rundle, founder of Melting Pot Creations, to explore what it really takes to step out of the corporate world and build a business that works around your life, not the other way around.

Emma shares her fascinating journey from accountant to copywriter, and how two decades in corporate communications laid the foundation for her thriving business today. She opens up about the realities of leaving the 9–5 for flexibility, the identity shift that comes with motherhood, and the lessons learned from 11 years in business, from finding your niche to saying “no” with confidence.

If you’ve ever wondered what life could look like beyond your corporate role, or you’re craving stories from women who’ve made the leap, this episode will give you practical insights, reassurance, and the reminder that it is possible to create a business that fits around your life and values.

🎧 Tune in for honest reflections on:

Balancing motherhood and ambition

How to find (and refine) your niche

Building confidence to charge your worth

The power of community and connection in business

From Banking to Business: How Becs Built “Get Lindley” and a Life She Loves

In this week’s episode of FETE: From Employee to Entrepreneur – Stories to Inspire, host Katy Berrill chats with Becs, founder of Get Lindley. After 24 years in the corporate world at Santander, Becs took the leap to start her own business helping small business owners streamline operations and reclaim their time.

They dive into her transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship, overcoming self-doubt, setting healthy boundaries, and redefining what success really means. Bec's story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to change direction, and that building a business you love can go hand in hand with protecting your health, balance, and happiness.

FETE: Stories to Inspire is the podcast for ambitious dreamers ready to break free from the nine-to-five and build a business that truly lights them up. Hosted by entrepreneur and mentor Katy Berrill, each episode offers a mix of real, unfiltered conversations, practical strategies, and motivational stories from those who’ve made the leap into entrepreneurship.

Katy’s approach is honest and relatable, recorded in the middle of everyday life, she shows that creating a business you love doesn’t require perfection, just persistence and clarity of vision. Expect to hear:

✅ Inspiring interviews with entrepreneurs who’ve turned ambition into action.

Whether you’re just starting out, juggling business with family life, or aiming to grow your venture with confidence, FETE is here to support and inspire you every step of the way.

In this episode of FETE: Stories to Inspire, host Katy Berrill dives deep into the tricky territory of imposter syndrome and comparison. From the surprising wisdom found in a Bluey children’s book to real-life stories of entrepreneurs chasing success, Kate unpacks why running your own race is the only race that matters.

You’ll hear:

How comparison can both fuel and hinder your progress

Why every business journey is unique, and can’t be measured against someone else’s

The hidden realities behind “success” on social media

Practical reminders to define your own goals and vision of success

Whether you’re just starting out or years into your entrepreneurial path, this episode is your reminder that you’re exactly where you need to be.

When you share plans to leave your job and start a business, chances are someone will tell you it’s too risky. But is employment really any safer?

In this episode of FETE: From Employee to Entrepreneur Stories to Inspire, host Katy Berrill dives into the topic of risk in entrepreneurship. She shares her own journey of leaving a job to build her business, how she managed risks step by step, and why risk doesn’t have to stop you from pursuing your dreams.

From building steady foundations to creating multiple income streams and growing gradually, Katy shows how to turn risk into resilience. If fear of failure has ever held you back, this episode will help you see risk in a whole new light.

In this episode of FETE: From Employee to Entrepreneur Stories to Inspire, host Katy Berrill explores what flexibility truly means in business and life. Drawing from her 11 years of entrepreneurial experience, Katy shares how building flexibility into her business model allowed her to adapt through challenges like COVID, balance work with raising three children, and create a company that thrives without being tied to rigid hours or locations.

She reflects on the evolving meaning of flexibility, from escaping rigid corporate structures to creating freedom of choice, designing a business that fits her life rather than the other way around. Kate also highlights practical decisions that built resilience, such as running a remote-first company, avoiding unnecessary overhead, and empowering her team with flexible working arrangements.

Packed with real stories and insights, this episode challenges the idea that running your own business is “risky” and instead shows how flexibility and freedom can make entrepreneurship both sustainable and rewarding.

This week on FETE: From Employee to Entrepreneur – Stories to Inspire, host Katy Berrill speaks with Simon Wrenn, a CEO running a £35 million business with over 3,000 employees. But Simon’s story didn’t start in a boardroom, it started in Burger King.

We explore Simon’s raw and real entrepreneurial journey: from cleaning windows to managing large-scale contracts, experiencing business failure, and ultimately becoming CEO of a national company.

In this episode:

The myth of needing a grand plan

How “boring” industries often bring in the big bucks

What makes a great leader (and how to build a team that challenges you)

The importance of failure, resilience, and timing

How to get started when you have no idea where to begin

Whether you’re stuck in a job you hate or already dreaming of your next venture, this episode is packed with wisdom, realness, and inspiration.

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This week on Fete: Stories to Inspire, Katy Berrilll is joined by Kate Barnes-Quinn, a finance director-turned-fractional CFO-turned-consultant and pub owner.

Kate shares the rollercoaster of moving from FTSE-listed tech companies and high-pressure fundraises to burnout, legal battles, and a complete re-evaluation of what success really means. Now focused on mentoring founders and educating startup teams, Kate offers hard-earned wisdom about:

Knowing your destination before you start

Navigating entrepreneurship as a parent

Setting boundaries before burnout

And why being “cheeky” might just be your best business strategy

This is an honest, energising, and powerful conversation about building a business and a life that works for you.