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In this powerful episode, Kay sits down with business strategist and mentor Emma Hine, who shares her journey of building a million-pound e-commerce company from her bedroom… only to walk away after 14 years when she realised the business was costing her freedom, health, and happiness. Emma opens up about her darkest moments, including a battle with mental health, and how she turned her experience into a mission: helping entrepreneurs build businesses they love, without burning out. Today, she combines strategy, mentoring, and lived experience to guide business owners toward success that actually feels good. From pivoting mistakes and online “noise” to her DREAM framework and the importance of clarity before strategy, Emma delivers golden nuggets every entrepreneur needs to hear.

What to expect in this episode:
(00:00) – Kay’s intro: fever, excitement, and finally landing Emma as a guest
(00:37) – Emma’s corporate background & why she wanted more freedom
(01:54) – Starting an e-commerce card business in 2006 from a bedroom
(03:25) – Growing the business into a million-pound turnover company
(05:20) – The reality behind “success”: working all hours, losing herself
(06:17) – The breaking point: walking away after 14 years
(08:13) – How Emma dealt with doubt and people thinking she was “mad”
(10:42) – Building alongside her husband and the reality of family business
(14:14) – Mental health struggles and the turning point that saved her
(19:34) – Stepping into her new business as strategist & mentor
(20:07) – Mentor vs. strategist vs. coach — what’s the difference?
(21:00) – Emma’s DREAM framework: starting with what success means to YOU
(23:29) – Avoiding the two biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make
(29:18) – The power of asking “Why?” to uncover your true vision
(31:07) – Allowing yourself to dream without limitations
(32:00) – Emma’s Growth Mastermind, Bum Kick Club & ways to work with her
(33:16) – Free download: Clarity Before Strategy workbook

About Emma Hine
Emma Hine is a Business Strategist and Mentor who built her first company into a seven-figure business but discovered that “success” without freedom wasn’t success at all. After overcoming burnout and mental health struggles, Emma reinvented herself and now helps entrepreneurs build businesses that align with their dreams, values, and lifestyle. Through her mastermind, one-to-one work, and the Bum Kick Club, Emma is known for her blend of strategy, mentoring, and a loving-but-firm accountability style.

Connect with Emma Hine:
Website: https://emmahine.co.uk
Instagram: https://instagram.com/IAmEmmaHine
Free download: Clarity Before Strategy workbook (via her website)

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In this episode, Kay Suthar is joined by Paula Burns — Creative Confidence & Visibility Mentor — to talk about building a business that feels aligned with who you really are. Paula takes us behind the scenes of her journey from corporate to wedding planning to creative business mentoring, and explains why most female business owners lose momentum simply because they lose themselves in the process. Paula shares how she helps midlife women reconnect with their personality, passions and past experiences — and use them to stand out, have more fun and fall back in love with their business again.

What to expect in this episode:
(00:00) – Introduction & why Kay is excited about today’s guest
(00:31) – Paula’s journey from corporate to creative business owner
(01:50) – From MBA to wedding planning and events
(03:34) – Saying yes to opportunities (even if they feel scary)
(05:26) – What Paula does today as a Creative Confidence & Visibility Mentor
(07:04) – Why most business owners forget who they are
(08:59) – How Paula helps clients reconnect with their personality
(10:38) – Bringing FUN into your business and why that makes you more visible
(12:06) – The Tesco story — and spotting opportunities others don’t see
(14:45) – Real-life client transformations
(18:25) – Why confidence and visibility go hand-in-hand
(20:02) – The importance of owning your whole story (not just the business part)
(22:45) – Endless content ideas when you tap into your past
(23:53) – Final words: step back, be quiet, and listen to your own voice
(24:49) – How to connect and Paula’s £99 August offer

About Paula Burns
Paula Burns is a Creative Confidence & Visibility Mentor specialising in helping midlife women fall back in love with their business by reconnecting with their personality, past experiences and unique genius. After a successful career in corporate and more than a decade running her own wedding & events business, Paula now supports female business owners to show up in a way that feels natural, powerful and fun — so they can attract the clients who genuinely connect with who they are.

Connect with Paula Burns:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paulaburns
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulaburnsmentoring
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paula-burns
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In this episode, Kay Suthar sits down with high-ticket sales expert Tania King-Mohammad to unpack what premium offers really are and how entrepreneurs can confidently step into selling them from day one. Tania shares her journey from NHS doctor to property investor to multi-six figure sales coach — and explains why most business owners massively underestimate the value of their work.
From building a seven-figure property portfolio on £7,000 savings to creating premium programmes that attract high-commitment clients, Tania reveals what truly sets high-ticket sales apart and why everyone should have a premium offer inside their product suite. She also gives a behind-the-scenes look at how she balances growing her business while raising two young daughters in Ibiza — and why she believes in a blend, not a balance.



What to expect in this episode:
(00:00) – Intro & why high-ticket sales matter
(00:38) – Meet Tania King-Mohammad
(01:12) – From NHS doctor to burnt out and ready for change
(02:17) – Starting from scratch and building a property business
(03:32) – Growing a seven-figure portfolio and moving into mentorship
(04:26) – Discovering her true passion: premium offers and high-ticket sales
(05:49) – Why creating high-value offers changes everything
(08:10) – What makes a client “ready” for high-ticket
(09:47) – Should you start with high-ticket or low-ticket first?
(11:36) – The power of one-to-one high-ticket offers when you’re just starting out
(12:49) – Living in Ibiza, raising kids and running a global business
(15:01) – Blend vs balance as a high-achieving mother and entrepreneur
(17:15) – What it really looks like behind the scenes in summer holidays
(18:34) – How you can work with Tania
(19:21) – The High Ticket Method book and how to connect



About Tania King-Mohammad
Tania King-Mohammad is a former NHS doctor turned high-ticket sales mentor and business strategist. After building a seven-figure property portfolio from scratch, she discovered her truen passion lay in teaching entrepreneurs how to confidently sell premium offers and atiract highcommitment  high-calibre clients. Today, Tania works with business owners across the globe, helping them scale to “illogical” income and impact while creating a business that feels aligned and spacious.




Connect with Tania King-Mohammad:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/FreedomWithTania
Website: https://taniakingmohammad.com
Book – The High Ticket Method: Available on Amazon



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In this episode, Kay Suthar sits down with the unstoppable Helen Tudor — a powerhouse in client attraction, visibility strategy, and entrepreneurial reinvention. From building a seven- figure LinkedIn empire to burning it all down and starting over with a completely new focus, Helen’s story is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and staying true to yourself. She reveals the exact mindset, strategies, and personal truths that allowed her to go from debt and desperation to becoming niche-famous, and why being fully, unapologetically yourself is the most magnetic marketing strategy there is. From her £99 “quick win” client attraction method to why ideal client work has nothing to do with the client (and everything to do with YOU), Helen gives raw, behind-the-scenes insights you won’t hear anywhere else. Plus — expect laughs, real talk, and some unfiltered stories about trolls, tea spills, and turning rejection into your biggest visibility win. 


What to expect in this episode:
(00:00) – The tech nightmare that almost stopped this interview
(01:05) – Helen’s background: from broke single mum to LinkedIn authority
(02:48) – Building (and hating) a successful agency
(03:49) – The napkin strategy that started it all
(05:43) – Becoming “niche famous” and the power of visibility levers
(08:03) – Why she burned her business model to the ground
(10:04) – Lessons from the early days: getting in front of new audiences
(14:06) – Playing the long game in client attraction
(17:07) – Managing scarcity mindset when you need money now
(19:50) – The £99 offer strategy explained step-by-step
(24:42) – Transitioning to a new niche and why nothing in marketing has really changed
(27:18) – Matching the right offer to the right audience timing
(31:26) – The power of authenticity and why trying to be “perfect” kills connection
(36:26) – Embracing being loved and hated in equal measure
(41:21) – Why client attraction starts with YOU, not your client
(45:42) – Energy, personality, and bandwidth: building offers you actually want to deliver
(49:16) – Creating an ideal client avatar that truly matches you
(51:29) – Using aligned input for content, funnels, and sales
(53:04) – The energetic practice that keeps Helen’s clients coming to her
(56:04) – How to connect with Helen and join her next 5-day challenge



About Helen Tudor
Helen Tudor is a client attraction and visibility mentor known for helping entrepreneurs cut through the noise, get “niche famous,” and attract clients without endless pitching. After building a multiple six-figure LinkedIn business and becoming the go-to expert in her field, Helen made the bold decision to pivot completely, teaching a deeper, more aligned approach to
business growth that blends strategy with energetics. She’s worked with thousands of business owners globally, helping them create offers they love, find clients who are the perfect fit, and show up online as their fully authentic selves.




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Facebook: facebook.com/helen.tudor



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In this episode, Kay sits down with copywriter and AI advocate Chantelle Davison to uncover the real story behind impactful copy — and why great copywriting has nothing to do with being good at English in school. Chantelle shares her journey from burnout in corporate sales to building a thriving business as a copywriter who now teaches others how to harness AI (without sounding like a robot). If you've ever stared at a blank screen wondering how to write a sales page that actually converts — or if you've been tempted to let Chat GPT do all the heavy lifting — this episode will shift your mindset, give you practical tips, and bring some unexpected laughs. Chantelle unpacks the art and science of writing for connection, the difference between "fine" content and powerful messaging, and the importance of being seen, heard, and understood — not just online, but in your copy too. This one’s a masterclass in authenticity, AI collaboration, and writing like a human in a digital world.

What to expect in this episode:
(00:00) – Why copywriting is essential in business
(01:00) – Chantelle’s burnout-to-business journey (and ghostwriting for her dad at 12!)
(05:13) – The twist: How AI shaped her copywriting career
(06:35) – What they never teach you in English class
(07:57) – Academic writing vs. sales copy: What to unlearn
(10:45) – Copy tip: Know who you're writing for (and how to really connect)
(13:40) – Why selling transformation is more powerful than listing features
(16:00) – The “if you're talking to everyone...” client trap
(18:45) – Boundaries, bad clients, and becoming your business’ CEO
(21:00) – Embracing AI: The sandwich method of writing copy
(24:00) – Voice-to-AI: How Kay uses GPT for storytelling and podcasting
(26:00) – Smart collaboration with AI tools without losing your magic
(28:00) – Prompt engineering, staying curious, and building tools that work while you sleep
(30:00) – Where to find Chantelle and her must-have AI glossary for copy clarity

About Chantelle Davison
Chantelle Davison is a copywriting coach, AI educator, and prompt-engineering specialist who helps business owners write high-converting, personality-packed copy — with or without a copywriter. A former corporate sales executive turned self-taught copywriter, Chantelle teaches entrepreneurs how to collaborate with AI while keeping their authentic voice front and centre. Her method bridges smart automation with heartfelt storytelling to create standout content in a
sea of sameness.

Connect with Chantelle Davison
Website: https://chantelledavison.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/copywritingbusinesscoach
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chantelle.davison
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In this episode, Kay Suthar sits down with PR powerhouse Laura Perkes to expose the myths, truths, and untapped power of public relations. From thinking you need to be famous to start PR to understanding how showing up in the wrong places can hurt your brand—Laura dishes the real deal. You’ll learn why being niche famous is the new black, how to align your media strategy with your values, and how to turn visibility into actual profit. Whether you're brand new to business or ready to go big, Laura breaks down the journey in a way that’s accessible, strategic, and totally BS-free. Plus, find out how to avoid the trap of PR trophies and start building a visibility engine that fuels sales. If you've ever felt lost in the world of PR, this episode will flip the script.

What to Expect in This Episode:
(00:00) – Busting PR Myths & Celebrity Assumptions
(01:20) – Laura’s 20+ Year PR Journey & Industry Evolution
(04:10) – Finding Aligned Media & Ditching Fear-Based Publicity
(07:43) – Podcasts, TikToks, and What Counts as PR Today
(08:16) – Where the Hell Do You Even Start with PR?
(10:22) – There's No One-Size-Fits-All in Publicity
(11:21) – How & Where You Show Up Impacts Perception
(14:53) – Who You Stand Beside Matters (Brand Association 101)
(15:39) – Are You “Too Early” for PR? Here's When You're Ready
(18:22) – The Oprah Myth: Getting Real About Media Visibility
(20:14) – TV vs. Podcasts: Why Small Biz Owners Are Actually Preferred
(22:20) – The 4 P’s Framework: Perception, Positioning, Publicity, Profit
(26:03) – Why Niche Famous > Famous Famous
(27:41) – The Secret Sauce to Getting Booked on Podcasts
(28:32) – What Consistency in PR Really Looks Like
(30:23) – Laura’s Victoria Sponge Visibility Strategy 
(34:14) – Visibility ≠ Profit… Unless You Do This
(37:34) – How to Connect with Laura & Summit Announcement

About Laura Perkes
Laura Perkes is a seasoned PR strategist and the founder of PR with Perkes. With over two decades of experience in media, Laura helps entrepreneurs get visible in ways that are authentic, aligned, and profitable. She challenges the outdated view of PR as a celebrity-only game, empowering small businesses to claim their spotlight, build authority, and become niche famous without compromising their values. Her signature framework—the 4 Ps: Perception, Positioning, Publicity, and Profit—guides clients to grow their brand influence and income, step by step.

Connect with Laura Perkes
Website: https://www.prwithperkes.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prwithperkes (remember, that’s Perkes with an extra E– PERKES)
Upcoming Summit: [Visibility & Velocity Summit – Sept 16, 2025 – FREE Event]

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In this joyful and enlightening episode of Make Your Mark, Kay Suthar welcomes the radiant Hannah Romanowsky—dancer, certified functional nutrition consultant, and creator of Dance & Dish—for a powerful conversation that reawakens our connection to food, culture, and movement. Hannah blends her background in dance anthropology and holistic nutrition to help busy business owners heal their gut, op􀆟mise their energy, and make food joyful again. From cooking with intention to dancing in your kitchen, she reminds us that nourishment is about more than
what’s on your plate—it's about how you feel while you’re preparing it. You’ll discover ancient traditions where dance and food were sacred rituals, practical steps to reclaim your health as a business owner, and why dancing in the kitchen might just be your new business strategy. This is an episode that will leave you feeling inspired, grounded, and hungry for both good food and a good beat.

What to Expect in This Episode:
(00:00) – Kay introduces Hannah and the fascinating mix of dance and nutrition
(01:11) – From ballet to Central Asian rituals: Hannah’s journey into dance anthropology
(02:06) – What dance reveals about healing, culture, and community
(03:53) – Why food and movement have always been intertwined
(05:28) – Ancient traditions: from heartbeat drums on cooking pots to balancing tea in dance
(07:35) – Reclaiming lost rituals in a fast-paced, modern world
(08:39) – The truth about modern eating habits and how to reconnect to nourishment
(09:02) – Gut health: why even “healthy” food doesn’t help if you’re not absorbing it
(09:45) – Why you should aim for 30 different plants (yes, really!)—and how to make it fun
(10:25) – Simple swaps and easy steps to prepare food at home
(11:48) – What a vibrant, healing plate really looks like—and how to make salads exciting again
(12:59) – The power of homemade dressings, healthy fats, and smart ingredients
(14:47) – Why every body is different and nutrition is never one-size-fits-all
(15:50) – Coaching clients through allergies, sensitivities, and healthy dessert swaps
(17:37) – Gut issues decoded: from leaky gut to autoimmune triggers
(18:42) – Why sleep might be the most underrated health strategy of all
(20:00) – Healthy food as self-love: prep tips to avoid impulse eating
(21:52) – Where to find Hannah’s resources, recipes, and online gatherings
(22:50) – The healing power of dancing in the kitchen (yes, really!)
(24:26) – Hannah’s show Dancing in the Kitchen—a beautiful blend of cooking, movement, and joy
(25:53) – Final thoughts and Kay’s heartfelt encouragement to reconnect with food and fun

About Hannah Romanowsky:
Hannah Romanowsky is a dance anthropologist, certified functional nutrition consultant, and the creator of Dance & Dish, a platform that fuses traditional wisdom with modern wellness. With a background in performance and ethnology, she brings together movement, food, and cultural rituals to help people heal, nourish, and thrive. Through her recipes, workshops, and signature show Dancing in the Kitchen, Hannah reminds us that the kitchen is a sacred space for joy, creativity, and connection.

Connect with Hannah:
Website: https://danceanddish.com
TV Show: Dancing in the Kitchen (available on YouTube and Patreon)
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/danceanddish
Monthly Event: Hannah’s Kitchen Happy Hour on Zoom (details on website)

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In this eye-opening episode of Make Your Mark, Kay Suthar sits down with Natolie Warren, a transformational coach, therapist, and breathwork facilitator who is helping high-achieving entrepreneurs reconnect with the most powerful tool they already have—their breath. Natolie shares how she launched her private practice at just 28 and has remained rooted in her mission ever since: helping people heal from the inside out so they can show up fully in their business and life. From mindset mastery to emotional wellness and the transformative power of
breathwork, this conversation goes deep into what it really takes to sustain success. You’ll discover how improper breathing patterns can sabotage your focus, health, and productivity—and how correcting your breath can unlock everything from sharper thinking to emotional regulation, better sleep, stronger immunity, and even increased revenue. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or burnt out—this is the episode you didn’t know you needed.

What to Expect in This Episode:
(00:00) – Kay introduces Natolie and sets the stage for a powerful conversation on breathwork and business
(00:58) – How Natolie started her practice immediately after getting licensed—and never looked back
(03:09) – The rare path of staying in your lane and going deep instead of pivoting constantly
(03:39) – The truth about entrepreneurship: when self-sabotage looks like “nothing’s working”
(04:34) – Why mindset isn’t enough—and how breath connects the brain, body, and business
(05:56) – Breathwork 101: What it is, why we’re doing it wrong, and how it transforms your business
(06:52) – How shallow breathing affects clarity, stress levels, focus, and even metabolism
(08:36) – The emotional mirror of your breath: how overthinking, anxiety, and fear show up in your body
(10:03) – The first step to breath mastery: breath watching and emotional pattern awareness
(11:13) – How your breath can tell you you’re stressed before you even realise it
(12:10) – Why breathwork isn’t just healing—it’s empowering
(13:07) – Time vs Results: The truth about how long breathwork takes (hint: it’s less than 10 seconds)
(14:56) – Two simple practices anyone can do right now to begin reclaiming calm and clarity
(15:31) – Why you can’t “do it wrong” once you learn the pattern
(16:05) – The difference between lung breathing vs. diaphragmatic (stomach) breathing
(16:45) – The power of a cleansing breath and how to set intentions with your breath
(17:28) – Why breathwork should be taught in schools—and how it’s essential to our success
(17:49) – How to connect with Natolie and begin your journey into empowered breathwork

About Natolie Warren:
Natolie Warren is a sought-after speaker, transformational coach, licensed therapist, and breathwork facilitator who helps high-achieving women and brave men release emotional blockages, overcome burnout, and align mind, body, and breath for holistic success. With over a decade of experience, she combines psychology, mindset tools, and somatic breathwork to help her clients create lasting internal change that ripples into every area of life and business. Her
approach is deeply intuitive, science-backed, and wildly effective.

Connect with Natolie:
Website: https://awakento2power.com
Social Media: @NatolieWarren on all platforms (spelled N-A-T-O-L-I-E)

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In this powerful episode of Make Your Mark, Kay Suthar is joined by neuro-inclusion expert Lisa Colledge, who brings a bold new perspective on team building, leadership, and communication in the workplace. Lisa shares how her personal journey—sparked by her son’s autism diagnosis—led her to become a trailblazer in creating neurodivergent-friendly team environments. Lisa’s background in science and corporate change management gave her the perfect foundation to test and implement new communication strategies in real-time, leading to extraordinary results for entire teams.

 What started as a personal mission turned into a global
message: when you build for neurodivergence, you improve outcomes for everyone. From small business owners to large-scale organizations, this episode uncovers why neuro-inclusion is no longer optional and how even solopreneurs should be thinking about inclusive, high-performance team design. Get ready to change the way you think about communication, leadership, and sustainable growth.

What to Expect in This Episode:
(00:00) – From Perseverance to Podcast: Lisa finally joins the show a􀅌er a year of anticipation.
(01:25) – Why neurodivergent inclusion is business-critical, and Lisa’s accidental path to discovering it.
(03:05) – The science behind high-performing teams and how her son’s autism led to corporate innovation.
(06:19) – When corporate experiments go right: how small changes transformed an entire workplace.
(07:11) – From redundancy to reinvention: why Lisa took the leap to launch her own consul􀆟ng business.
(09:58) – Key workplace shifts that created happier, more effective teams.
(10:18) – The power of open communication and how Lisa sparked a movement in her company.
(12:34) – The ripple effect: how one conversation created a global community of support.
(13:54) – Clear communication isn’t just helpful—it’s transformative for everyone.
(15:06) – Adapting workplace systems to be more inclusive (and efficient).
(17:05) – The myth of one-size-fits-all leadership—and the new model every team needs.
(18:52) – Why letting people choose how they work unlocks peak performance.
(20:48) – From podcasting to leadership: giving people multiple ways to engage matters.
(22:09) – The danger of ‘one-off’ team-building events—and how to create lasting change.
(24:00) – Why outside support creates safer, more honest transformations.
(26:00) – How small businesses (even a team of one!) can start building better teams.
(27:46) – How to connect with Lisa and begin your journey into neuro-inspired leadership.

About Lisa Colledge:
Lisa Colledge is a team strategist, neurodivergent inclusion advocate, and the founder of Neuro- Inspired Teaming. With a background in scientific research and corporate change management, Lisa blends evidence-based frameworks with lived experience to help leaders build sustainable, inclusive teams. Her work is inspired by her journey as the mother of an au􀆟s􀆟c child and her corporate roles as Chief of Staff, where she proved that small, thoughtful shifts in communication and culture can have massive ripple effects across organizations.

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Website: Coming soon – connect on LinkedIn for updates.

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In this powerhouse episode of Make Your Mark, Kay Suthar sits down with business strategist and AI nerd Gina Trick — a woman who went from bankruptcy and losing everything to building a 7-figure business... only to walk away from it all for the sake of her health. Gina shares her raw, real story of resilience — from setting up a handmade wedding jewellery business with a bank loan, to losing her house, car, and company during the UK housing crash, to teaching herself web design on a laptop so old even the receivers didn’t want it. She rebuilt her life from scratch, scaled a wedding venue to seven figures, then burnt out so severely her body shut down and took away her speech. Now, Gina helps other entrepreneurs grow profitable, sustainable businesses without burning out — and she’s bringing AI along for the ride. If you’ve ever questioned whether the hustle is worth it, this is the episode that will help you redefine success on your terms.

Episode Highlights with Timestamps:
00:00 – Kay introduces Gina and her North East roots
01:28 – Gina’s first leap into business at age 25 with zero guidance or support
02:47 – How she raised £5K to start her business and what happened after the housing crash
04:10 – Losing everything: house, car, business — and starting again with an old laptop
05:00 – Teaching herself web design and building an online shop from scratch
05:36 – Rebuilding success: boutique shop → wedding venue → 7-figure business
07:07 – The burnout that let her temporarily unable to speak
10:21 – Selling the business and walking away from the “dream” life that drained her
11:10 – From burnout to business strategy: why she helps others create aligned success
13:11 – The illusion of “more is better” — and how to reframe your goals
14:43 – Letting go of guilt after leaving the wedding venue behind
15:02 – Transitioning from “coach” to strategist and owning her expertise
16:20 – Why cookie-cutter strategies don’t work — and how Gina tailors strategy to her clients
18:06 – Matching business models with values, personality, and joy
19:42 – Her hybrid program, Break the Blueprint, and how it works
20:13 – Meet Ali: Gina’s new AI alignment assistant that helps entrepreneurs stay in integrity
21:50 – Why Gina’s building a “GinaBot” — and how it’ll support her clients 24/7
24:02 – Funny behind-the-scenes moments with Kay's own sassy chatbot
27:25 – Teaching AI to speak Geordie (and yes, Ali says "Shy Bairns Get Nowt")
28:32 – How to connect with Gina and get access to Ali

About Gina Trick:
Gina Trick is a bold business strategist who helps overwhelmed entrepreneurs ditch cookie- cutter advice and build aligned, profitable businesses that don’t cost them their health or happiness. After recovering from burnout caused by running a 7-figure wedding venue, Gina now empowers clients through her group program Break the Blueprint, 1:1 strategic mentorship, and her brand-new AI alignment assistant, Ali. With two decades of entrepreneurial experience and a knack for blending strategy with simplicity, Gina’s mission is to help others succeed — without selling their soul.

Connect with Gina Trick:
Instagram: @ginatrickstrategist
LinkedIn: Gina Trick
To get access to Ali (AI Alignment Assistant): DM “Ali” on Instagram

Connect with Kay Suthar!
Website: https://makeyourmarkagency.com/
Podcast: https://www.makeyourmarkpodcast.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-suthar-make-your-mark/
Facebook Group: Podcast PowerHouse\                                                          Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaysutharpodstrategist/
Email: kay@makeyourmarkagency.

FREE Gifts from Kay Suthar:
3 Ultimate Secrets to Getting Booked on Podcasts: https://getbookedonpodcast.com
5 Simple Steps to Launch Your Podcast in 14 Days: https://14daystolaunch.com