In Business Talks2 Podcast

In this episode we are talking to the Brother and Sister team Matt Scaysbrook and Stacey Borrow of And Then The World

Matt and Stacey, specialise in helping small agencies to grow.

Anyone who owns and operates an agency, either solely or with a co-founder, with a small team of up to 5 members (excluding freelancers) with an annual turnover of up to £300k and as yet it hasn't matched the dream, need look no further than Matt and Stacey who offer help, support and guidance.

The structures & processes that Matt and Stacey help an agency to create will gives agency owners the time to work on their dream. Along with the finance & profitability advice and assistance they give, which provides the money to finance that dream.

 Last year, in the midst of the pandemic, they realised that together they could provide a valuable mentoring service result was, And Then The World was born. Working with lots of different agency owners across many different industries, Matt provides the strategic thinking and process-building, whilst Stacey delve into the profitability side, helping owners to recognise, track & manipulate the financial levers of their business.

They've  been working together now for 5 years and look forward to many more to come!

Listen, a this really engaging brother and sister team share their thoughts on working together as business partners.

Things you will learn in this episode:-

• How the business came about
• Their vision for the business
• How starting their business as brought them closer together

And lots more, as we delve into the lives of this brother and sister duo, behind the business of And Then The World

You can connect with Matt and Stacey  on LinkedIn or via their website I'm sure they'd love to connect with you.

The knowledge share:-
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If you've enjoyed this podcast please share with your friends and if you'd like to know more about In Business,  check out our website Home | We Are In Business

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If you'd like to attend one of our regular networking events, just click on the link to book your place, we'd love to see you.

We also have two books available to buy now on Amazon:-
''How to improve your business networking skills - 52 Tips''
''goal getters squad, 90 Days to your success''

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The views and opinions expressed by our guests on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast host, producer, or any affiliated parties. The podcast host and producer are not responsible for any claims, actions, or damages arising from the guest's participation in the podcast, including but not limited to any royalties, compensation, or financial benefits. 

This is our bonus episode, where we speak to one of our In Business networking members or another business owner on a particular subject in their area of expertise. Each week we ask our expert to focus on a particular topic, giving us their thoughts, ideas, tips and advice.
 
This week we have Andrew Armitage  owner of  award winning A Digital Agency and author of best selling book  Holistic website planning. He will be talking to us about the importance of getting the best out of your website.

Andrew founded A Digital to create high performing and beautifully designed websites that integrate with your business systems, building operational efficiency and providing a platform for growth.

A Digitals project experience includes eCommerce development, membership based websites and bespoke software ranging sectors that include manufacturing, distribution, tourism, leisure and retail. Campaigns across relevant channels using a combination of paid and organic media will then drive traffic, engagement and sales, enhancing the customer journey and experience of your brand.

What you will learn today are Andrews's thoughts on the following:

• Importance of having a high performing website
• The shift in the number of people shopping on line
• How google are looking to find sights with good visitor experience
• Core web vitals - how google score your website performance.
• Analytics

And much more besides.

You can connect with Andrew on LinkedIn  or via his website I'm sure he'd love to connect with you.

If you've enjoyed this podcast please share with your friends and if you'd like to know more about In Business,  check out our website Home | We Are In Business

Follow us on Instagram HERE

If you'd like to attend one of our regular networking events, just click on the link to book your place, we'd love to see you.

We also have two books available to buy now on Amazon:-
''How to improve your business networking skills - 52 Tips''
''goal getters squad, 90 Days to your success''
 
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Music by Sabelo2010 Pixabay.com

The views and opinions expressed by our guests on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast host, producer, or any affiliated parties. The podcast host and producer are not responsible for any claims, actions, or damages arising from the guest's participation in the podcast, including but not limited to any royalties, compensation, or financial benefits. 

This is our bonus episode, where we speak to one of our In Business networking members or another business owner on a particular subject in their area of expertise. Each week we ask our expert to focus on a particular topic, giving us their thoughts, ideas, tips and advice.
 
This week we have Jennifer Rawlinson  and she will be talking to us about the importance of looking after our mental Health

Jennifer provides education, empowerment and support for line managers to better understand mental illness; enabling a workforce who can flourish in the workplace. Jennifer is approved by Mental Health First Aid England to deliver their 2 day Adult course and certify Mental Health First Aiders.

In the last 12 months Jennifer has adapted her focus to also include individuals, sole business owners or leaders in small businesses. This focus has been primarily around their own wellbeing, in particular how to maintain a healthy work and home life balance while staying productive, and most importantly being able to switch off from work.

Jennifer employs her skills as a coach as well as her expertise in corporate wellness to enable her clients to better look after themselves and support others.
 
What you will learn today are Jennifer's thoughts on the following:

• Stress can take on different forms
• Mental Health can affect anyone
• Effect of stress on people
• Impact of last two years on people
• Signs of stress

And much more besides.

You can connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn,  or via her website I'm sure she'd love to connect with you.

If you've enjoyed this podcast please share with your friends and if you'd like to know more about In Business,  check out our website Home | We Are In Business

Follow us on Instagram HERE

If you'd like to attend one of our regular networking events, just click on the link to book your place, we'd love to see you.

We also have two books available to buy now on Amazon:-
''How to improve your business networking skills - 52 Tips''
''goal getters squad, 90 Days to your success''
 
Credits:
Music by Sabelo2010 Pixabay.com

The views and opinions expressed by our guests on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast host, producer, or any affiliated parties. The podcast host and producer are not responsible for any claims, actions, or damages arising from the guest's participation in the podcast, including but not limited to any royalties, compensation, or financial benefits. 

This is our bonus episode, where we speak to one of our In Business networking members or another business owner on a particular subject in their area of expertise. Each week we ask our expert to focus on a particular topic, giving us their thoughts, ideas, tips and advice.

This week we have our very own Ian and Tracey Earl, of In Business, a networking and business support community, discussing their thoughts on the return of more face to face networking.

What you will learn today is Ian's thoughts and tips on the following:-

• Thinking about your Why?
• What does your ideal client look like?
• Elevator pitch
• What to take/not to take
• Be aware or personal space

And more besides.

You can connect with  Ian or Tracey, or via the In Business website below.

If you've enjoyed this podcast please share with your friends and if you'd like to know more about In Business,  check out our website Home | We Are In Business

Follow us on Instagram HERE.

If you'd like to attend one of our regular networking events, just click on the link to book your place, we'd love to see you.

Networking Checklist.

We also have two books available to buy now on Amazon:-
''How to improve your business networking skills - 52 Tips''
''goal getters squad, 90 Days to your success'' - Journal/Planner

Credits:
Music by Sabelo2010 Pixabay.com

The views and opinions expressed by our guests on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast host, producer, or any affiliated parties. The podcast host and producer are not responsible for any claims, actions, or damages arising from the guest's participation in the podcast, including but not limited to any royalties, compensation, or financial benefits. 

This is our bonus episode, where we speak to one of our In Business networking members or another business owner on a particular subject in their area of expertise. Each week we ask our expert to focus on a particular topic, giving us their thoughts, ideas, tips and advice.
 
This week we have Phil Fraser - 'The Business Sounding Board'

Phil offers a bespoke personal support for ambitious SME owners wanting guidance on their issues & objectives from someone who has been there and done it. No BS, just good advice
If you're feeling lonely at the top Phil is there to offer his help as a business sounding board.

He's  taken a kitchen table start up all the way to a sale to a PLC in 18 years. He can provide you with his business experience, offering help and support that you need to help you grow your business.

Phil explains how using his 'Pita Patter' technique can help you with your problem solving and much more besides.

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You can connect with Phil on  LinkedIn,  or via his website. I'm sure he'd love to connect with you.

If you've enjoyed this podcast please share with your friends and if you'd like to know more about In Business,  check out our website Home | We Are In Business

Follow us on Instagram HERE

If you'd like to attend one of our regular networking events, just click on the link to book your place, we'd love to see you.

We also have two books available to buy now on Amazon:-
''How to improve your business networking skills - 52 Tips''
''goal getters squad, 90 Days to your success''
 
Credits:
Music by Sabelo2010 Pixabay.com

The views and opinions expressed by our guests on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast host, producer, or any affiliated parties. The podcast host and producer are not responsible for any claims, actions, or damages arising from the guest's participation in the podcast, including but not limited to any royalties, compensation, or financial benefits. 

This is our bonus episode, where we speak to one of our In Business networking members or another business owner on a particular subject in their area of expertise. Each week we ask our expert to focus on a particular topic, giving us their thoughts, ideas, tips and advice.
 
This week we have Paul Lilleywhite of Lilleywhite consultancy Ltd

Paul Lillywhite is the founder of Lillywhite Consultancy Limited. He uses the expertise gained from a highly successful career of over 30 years working in a variety of roles and industries to offer bespoke training and coaching to individuals and/or teams.

Using the most up to date science and proven methods including psychometric profiling, skills assessment and training, 360 degree and a unique engagement survey/solution system that firstly assesses an organization and then provides a readymade toolkit to help managers improve their result. Businesses will find their employees more motivated skilled and driven to succeed.

Paul explains how he uses his Personal Values Analysis tool to assess an individuals or businesses values.

And much more besides.
 
You can connect with Paul on  LinkedIn, email, phone or via his website. I'm sure he'd love to connect with you.

If you've enjoyed this podcast please share with your friends and if you'd like to know more about In Business,  check out our website Home | We Are In Business

Follow us on Instagram HERE

If you'd like to attend one of our regular networking events, just click on the link to book your place, we'd love to see you.

We also have two books available to buy now on Amazon:-
''How to improve your business networking skills - 52 Tips''
''goal getters squad, 90 Days to your success''
 
Credits:
Music by Sabelo2010 Pixabay.com

The views and opinions expressed by our guests on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast host, producer, or any affiliated parties. The podcast host and producer are not responsible for any claims, actions, or damages arising from the guest's participation in the podcast, including but not limited to any royalties, compensation, or financial benefits. 

In this episode we are talking to the husband and wife team Sheles and Daman Wallace of Billionaire Thoughts all the way from Texas, USA.

Yes, we've gone international for episode 21 of In Business Talks2!

Certified business coaches Sheles and Damon  help driven and energetic business owners and leaders increase their profits and their operating efficiencies. Bridging the gap between where growth businesses are today to where they want to be in the near future.

They do this by using ActionCOACH's proven tools, methodologies and systems, tested and perfected over tens of thousands of business worldwide over the past three decades.

This highly engaging, warm and friendly couple share their thoughts on running a business together as husband and wife.

Things you will learn in this episode:-

• How the business came about
• Their vision for the business
• Their roles within the business
• How they handle difficult situations
• Their advice to couples thinking of starting a business with your other half

And lots more, as we delve into the lives of this husband and wife duo, behind the business of Billionaire Thoughts.

You can connect with Sheles and  Damon on LinkedIn, via their website or phone. I'm sure they'd love to connect with you.

The knowledge share:
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If you've enjoyed this podcast please share with your friends and if you'd like to know more about In Business,  check out our website Home | We Are In Business

Follow us on Instagram HERE

If you'd like to attend one of our regular networking events, just click on the link to book your place, we'd love to see you.

We also have two books available to buy now on Amazon:-
''How to improve your business networking skills - 52 Tips''
''goal getters squad, 90 Days to your success''

Credits:
Music by Sabelo2010 Pixabay.com

The views and opinions expressed by our guests on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast host, producer, or any affiliated parties. The podcast host and producer are not responsible for any claims, actions, or damages arising from the guest's participation in the podcast, including but not limited to any royalties, compensation, or financial benefits. 

This is our bonus episode, where we speak to one of our In Business networking members or another business owner on a particular subject in their area of expertise. Each week we ask our expert to focus on a particular topic, giving us their thoughts, ideas, tips and advice.
 
This week we have Nicola Macdonald of Attractive Marketing  and she will be talking to us about ''Niching'' your product or service

Nicola Macdonald has been helping solo business owners gain a flow of clients they love to work with, since she formed Attractive Marketing in 2011.
 
She works with consultants, coaches, experts and freelancers who are brilliant at what they do but, having left the corporate world, they soon realise they need to learn new marketing skills if they want to succeed.
 
She walks the talk when it comes to her own marketing and that's why the marketing strategies and marketing activities, she teaches in Marketing-Action-Profits are tried, tested and produce results for the solo business owners who join the online programme.
 
With previous commercial board level experience within a small business and a Post Graduate Diploma from the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Nicola is a "safe pair of hands" and described as "professional, knowledgeable, informative, caring and supportive".
 
What you will learn today are Nicola's thoughts and tips on the following:

• The meaning of ''Niching''
• The importance of thinking about niching.
• Problems that can occur by not niching.
• Benefits of niching
• Nicola's favourite networking tip

And much more besides.

You can connect with Nicola on LinkedIn, email  or via her website I'm sure she'd love to connect with you.
If you've enjoyed this podcast please share with your friends and if you'd like to know more about In Business,  check out our website Home | We Are In Business

Follow us on Instagram HERE

If you'd like to attend one of our regular networking events, just click on the link to book your place, we'd love to see you.

We also have two books available to buy now on Amazon:-
''How to improve your business networking skills - 52 Tips''
''goal getters squad, 90 Days to your success''
 
Credits:
Music by Sabelo2010 Pixabay.com

The views and opinions expressed by our guests on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast host, producer, or any affiliated parties. The podcast host and producer are not responsible for any claims, actions, or damages arising from the guest's participation in the podcast, including but not limited to any royalties, compensation, or financial benefits. 

In this episode Tracey and I will be answering some of the questions posed by a number of our guests who we've interviewed since the beginning of our podcast series.

The questions are varied and some a little trickier to answer than others, but hopefully we did ok!  We hope it gives you some insight into the team behind In Business.

Thank you for listening.

You can connect with Tracey or Ian  on LinkedIn or via our website. We'd love to connect with you and find out more about your business.

The knowledge share:
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If you've enjoyed this podcast please share with your friends and if you'd like to know more about In Business,  check out our website Home | We Are In Business

Follow us on Instagram HERE

If you'd like to attend one of our regular networking events, just click on the link to book your place, we'd love to see you.

We also have two books available to buy now on Amazon:-
''How to improve your business networking skills - 52 Tips''
''goal getters squad, 90 Days to your success''

Credits:
Music by Sabelo2010 Pixabay.com

The views and opinions expressed by our guests on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast host, producer, or any affiliated parties. The podcast host and producer are not responsible for any claims, actions, or damages arising from the guest's participation in the podcast, including but not limited to any royalties, compensation, or financial benefits. 

This is our bonus episode, where we speak to one of our In Business networking members or another business owner on a particular subject in their area of expertise. Each week we ask our expert to focus on a particular topic, giving us their thoughts, ideas, tips and advice.
 
This week we have Laura Norman of Chroma Marketing

Laura and her team believe Marketing shouldn't to be so difficult and time consuming It should be something you can access and gain quality results from, regardless the method. At Chroma Marketing, they are there to support you in developing and executing a marketing strategy which fits your goals and generates consistent leads.

As far as Laura is concerned, sustainability is all about reaching your current goals efficiently, while constantly pushing yourself towards your future vision. Work less, achieve more.

How is this achieved? By helping to develop a clients Brand, using the Story Brand Framework developed by Donald Miller.

What you will learn today are Laura's thoughts and tips on the following:

• Using Story Brand to communicate and resonate with your audience
• How Laura uses it when working with clients
• Having a brand strategy
• How a small business can apply this method to their marketing
• Laura's favourite networking tip

And much more besides.
 
You can connect with Laura on  LinkedIn, email, phone or via her website.. I'm sure she'd love to connect with you.

If you've enjoyed this podcast please share with your friends and if you'd like to know more about In Business,  check out our website Home | We Are In Business

Follow us on Instagram HERE

If you'd like to attend one of our regular networking events, just click on the link to book your place, we'd love to see you.

We also have two books available to buy now on Amazon:-
''How to improve your business networking skills - 52 Tips''
''goal getters squad, 90 Days to your success''
 
Credits:
Music by Sabelo2010 Pixabay.com

The views and opinions expressed by our guests on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast host, producer, or any affiliated parties. The podcast host and producer are not responsible for any claims, actions, or damages arising from the guest's participation in the podcast, including but not limited to any royalties, compensation, or financial benefits.