I’m joined today by Amanda Cullen. 

Amanda is the founder of Business Made Simpler, a coaching firm that helps people grow their business by resolving any issues which are holding them back. 

What’s unique about Amanda is how she draws from her experience from her previous career in corporate pensions - where she had to navigate through a very male-dominated industry to achieve the success she deserved - to champion and encourage business owners to achieve their full potential today.

And be sure to listen to the end, where Amanda explains why accountability is one of the biggest strengths a coach can bring to the client/coach relationship. 

So whether you’re interested in knowing more about what it takes to become a business coach, or would like to know more about running your own successful independent business, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ podcast.

~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~

Business Made Simpler - Website

Amanda Cullen - LinkedIn

~ YOUR HOST ~ 

Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima.

I’m a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston.

As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.

~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~

If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch.

I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating.

We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I’m joined today by Sam Berry. 

Sam and his wife, Alex, are the owners of No 97 - a gin bar, restaurant and terrace in Surbiton. 

What’s unique about Sam is how he’s always seeking interesting concepts and ideas, and combining this with the hard work required to implement them - and over the last three years, they have opened another two restaurants, which are thriving as a result of their popularity with the local neighbourhood.

And be sure to listen to the end, where Sam shares the business and life lessons that have enabled him to create his own pathway from bartender to restauranteur.   

So whether your interested in knowing more about what it takes to run a successful independent restaurant, or would like to know more about how to get the most out of a career in the hospitality industry, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ podcast.

~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~

No 97 - Website

~ YOUR HOST ~ 

Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima.

I’m a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston.

As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.

~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~

If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch.

I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating.

We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I’m joined today by Rina Bailey.

Rina is a criminal barrister at 23 Essex Street Chambers in London and the founder of Dotty’s Oils, a business that educates and promotes health and wellbeing through the use of essential oils and natural products.

What’s unique about Rina is how she transformed an interest in her own personal wellbeing into a business, after feeling burned-out from her work as a barrister - and, together with her mother, they aim to help their client’s achieve a more balanced lifestyle too.

And be sure to listen to the end, where Rina describes some of the challenges she faced in her career journey, and how working hard and employing a “can do” mindset really helped her achieve her goals.

So whether you’re interested in knowing more about what it takes to become a criminal barrister, or would like to know more about how essential oils can help with your personal wellbeing, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ podcast.

~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~

Dotty's Oils - Website

Rina Bailey - LinkedIn 

~ YOUR HOST ~ 

Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima.

I’m a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston.

As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.

~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~

If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch.

I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating.

We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I’m joined today by Nicolle Anderson. 

Nicolle is the business development director of Business Clan, a consultancy company that helps small businesses when they don’t have the time or skills to do it themselves.

What’s unique about Business Clan is how it has grown into a company with seventeen employees, mainly made up of mums who have been recruited after chats they had at their children's playground.

And be sure to listen to the end, where Nicolle explains how these mums bring with them a wealth of expertise covering a number of areas like business planning, HR, IT, social media, accountancy, marketing, and more....

So whether you’re interested in knowing more about the benefits of offering flexible working to your team, or would like to know more about what it takes to run a successful independent consultancy business, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ podcast.

~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~

Business Clan - Website

Nicolle Anderson - LinkedIn 

~ YOUR HOST ~ 

Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima.

I’m a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston.

As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.

~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~

If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch.

I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating.

We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I’m joined today by Frankie Kearns. 

Frankie and her husband Josh are the owners of The Park Brewery.

From humble beginnings, brewing beer as a side-project from their kitchen, Frankie and Josh draw inspiration from the open spaces of Richmond Park and are quickly turning The Park Brewery into a respected brand within the craft beer scene.

What’s unique about Frankie and Josh is how they’ve involved the local community in their expansion plans, by raising money through crowdfunding.  

And be sure to listen to the end, where Frankie explains how they’re supporting The Friends of Richmond Park and its 'Tread Lightly' nature conservation campaign to raise awareness about preserving our local green spaces.

So whether you’re interested in the world of craft beers, or would like to know more about what it takes to run a successful independent brewery, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ podcast.

~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~

The Park Brewery - Website & Instagram

Frankie Kearns - LinkedIn 

~ YOUR HOST ~ 

Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima.

I’m a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston.

As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.

~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~

If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch.

I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating.

We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I’m joined today by Ian Thomas.

Ian is the Chief Executive of the Royal Borough of Kingston, heading up the team that aims see the development of a better Kingston for residents, visitors and business.

What’s unique about Ian is how he combines his experience in the private sector and voluntary sector, with his 30 years local government experience, aiming to unite communities and form strategic partnerships. 

And be sure to listen to the end, where Ian talks about the importance of having mentors throughout his career, the benefits of coaching when leading a team and also describes some of the initiatives that are underway in our borough.

So whether you’re interested in knowing more about the role of the chief executive in our borough, or would like to know more about how you could get involved in local government, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ podcast.

~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~

Royal Borough of Kingston - Website

Ian Thomas - LinkedIn 

~ YOUR HOST ~ 

Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima.

I’m a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston.

As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.

~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~

If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch.

I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating.

We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I’m joined today by Martin Booth.

Martin is the owner of LeBoo Media, a firm offering copywriting services and content management for a diverse range of clients.

What’s unique about Martin is how approaches storytelling and content creation, building on his experience as a Fleet Street sports journalist to create meaningful messages that aim to get specific results for his client’s businesses.  

And be sure to listen to the end, where Martin explains why he describes himself as a lifelong learner and delves into the importance of active listening.

So whether aspiring wordsmith, interested in the world of copywriting or would like to know more about running a successful independent business - then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ podcast.

~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~

LeBoo Media - Website

Martin Booth - LinkedIn 

~ YOUR HOST ~ 

Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima.

I’m a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston.

As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.

~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~

If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch.

I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating.

We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I’m joined today by Alex Hughes.

Alex is the owner Auxilium Administration Services, providing a range of admin services to support businesses remotely or on premise.

What’s unique about Alex is how she draws from her experience in corporate banking, to provide a friendly outsourced admin service that lets business owners review processes, procedures, projects and tasks - helping them get back on track with their admin.

And be sure to listen to the end, where Alex shares some interesting insights into what a good administration function should look like in a small business. 

So whether you are interested in knowing more about how you could outsource your firm’s admin function or want to know more about what it takes to run a successful independent business - then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ podcast.

~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~

Auxilium Admin - Website

Alex Hughes - LinkedIn 

~ YOUR HOST ~ 

Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima.

I’m a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston.

As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.

~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~

If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch.

I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating.

We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I’m joined today by Charlie Chandler. 

Charlie is the owner of Charlie Chandlers' Guitar Experience, a guitar shop selling and servicing new and second-hand guitars.

Having serviced guitars for the likes of Bruce Springsteen, David Gilmour, Jimmy Page, The Edge, et al… Charlie is very well respected as an expert guitar technician amongst some of the biggest artists in the world.

What’s interesting about Charlie is how he combines his passion for guitars with successfully running a niche business.

And be sure to listen to the end, where Charlie shares some valuable tips on making the most of your High Street presence.  

So whether you’re interested in knowing more about what it takes to become an expert guitar technician, or want to know more about running a successful niche business, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ podcast.

~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~

Charlie Chandler's Guitar Experience - Website & Facebook

~ YOUR HOST ~ 

Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima.

I’m a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston.

As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.

~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~

If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch.

I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating.

We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I’m joined today by Joyce Ong. 

Joyce is the owner of Marketing Tech, a technology company that focuses on building clever, customisable apps & websites to help your business grow.

What’s unique about Joyce is how she’s utilising her 25 years of corporate marketing experience to champion local SMEs. Her experience in leaving the corporate world and facing the challenges of setting up her own company has given her the tools to help other small and medium sized businesses in a really meaningful way. 

And be sure to list to the end, where Joyce gives us some valuable tips around website design and shares some success stories on building your every own business app!

So whether you’re interested in knowing more about the role that marketing and technology can play within your business, or would like to know more about creating a successful business website or app, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ podcast.

~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~

Marketing Tech - Website

Joyce Ong - LinkedIn & Instagram

~ YOUR HOST ~ 

Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima.

I’m a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston.

As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.

~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~

If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch.

I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating.

We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.