In this episode of Rad-Ventures, Mel Moore, founder of The Lifestyle VA Agency, shares her unique journey from aspiring zoo worker to thriving entrepreneur. With a background in the music industry, Mel discusses her transition to virtual assistance while living in Bali, the challenges she faced, and how she scaled her business into a successful agency. The conversation also touches on personal insights, quickfire questions, and Mel's thoughts on the future of her business. In this engaging conversation, Mel shares her journey as a Virtual Assistant and the evolution of her podcast, 'Delegate Like a CEO.' The discussion covers the challenges of navigating technology as a Mac user in a Windows-dominated client environment, the importance of G Suite, and the role of VAs in modern business. Mel also opens up about the struggles of networking as an introvert, the art of podcasting, and the impact of AI on the VA industry. She reflects on her aspirations and invites listeners to connect with her online.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mel Moore and The Lifestyle VA Agency

03:22 Mel's Journey: From School to the Music Industry

06:11 Transitioning from Music to Virtual Assistance

09:26 The Birth of the Lifestyle VA Agency in Bali

12:02 Scaling the Business: From VA to Agency

15:06 Navigating Challenges in the VA Industry

18:13 Quickfire Questions and Personal Insights

36:19 Navigating Technology: Mac vs. Windows in VA Work

38:09 The Evolution of the Podcast: From Confessions to Delegate Like a CEO

39:56 Understanding the Role of a Virtual Assistant

42:18 Networking Challenges for Introverts

48:22 The Art of Podcasting: Solo vs. Guest Episodes

51:31 The Impact of AI on Virtual Assistance

56:36 Future Aspirations: From Travel Writing to Zookeeping

More on Mel:

https://www.thelifestyleva.net/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaniemaw-virtualassistant/

https://www.instagram.com/thelifestyleva_agency/

https://www.threads.net/@thelifestyleva_agency

https://open.spotify.com/show/44xqscg7LqU8I9gmJTPZ5G?si=c49ae314c7324d1c

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In this episode, Brodie Cook shares her unique journey from aspiring hairdresser and crime scene investigator to becoming a chartered accountant. She discusses her experiences in the accounting field, the challenges of maintaining a professional image with tattoos, and the cultural differences she encountered after moving to Australia. The conversation also explores Brodie's personal insights through quickfire questions, revealing her favourite age, quotes, and preferences in accounting software. The episode concludes with reflections on the future and the evolving landscape of professional norms.

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In this Christmas special episode of Rad-Ventures, host Radmin reflects on the journey of the podcast, expresses gratitude to listeners and guests, and shares exciting plans for 2025, including new content formats and a focus on entrepreneurship and self-employment experiences.

Thank you for listening/watching so far - wishing you a totally rad Christmas and a happy new year!

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In this episode of Rad-Ventures, host Radmin interviews Alan Braithwaite, an online visibility specialist and co-founder of Yellow Tuxedo. They discuss Alan's journey from his childhood aspirations of becoming a Radio 1 DJ and James Bond to his current role in helping businesses enhance their online presence. The conversation explores themes of personal development, the importance of fun in entrepreneurship, and the impact of media exposure on business growth. Alan shares insights on building a business with a focus on adventure and choice, emphasizing the significance of enjoying the journey while achieving goals.

Sound Bites

"Don't think, just do."

"We get to do this."

"I want the business in a position where we can choose."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Alan James Braithwaite

03:40 The Journey to Online Visibility Specialist

15:31 Life Choices and Career Path

22:28 From Geek Squad to Yellow Tuxedo

30:12 Building a Business with Fun and Adventure

36:45 The Impact of Media Exposure

54:44 Future Aspirations and the Importance of Choice

56:23 The Podcast Journey and Its Influence

Keywords

entrepreneurship, online visibility, business journey, funpreneur, podcasting, personal development, career choices, media exposure, adventure, life goals

Links:

On This Morning - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9MXMC1NhWks&list=PLhCuXFSov_f_5-hmuRXIOVvM18prqnZhx

More about Yellow Tuxedo:

https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/

https://www.thedigitalcircus.co.uk/

https://www.funpreneur.co.uk/

https://www.youtube.com/@YellowTuxedo

Digital Circus Life Podcast - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/yellowtuxedo

https://www.instagram.com/yellowtuxedo/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/yellowtuxedo/

Yellow Tuxedo Notebooks - https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Yellow-Tuxedo/author/B0C6252383?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

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In this insightful episode of Rad-Ventures, we chat with Ania from Ask Ania Media, a social media strategist and SEO expert passionate about empowering businesses.

Together, we explore the dynamic world of digital marketing—from the transition of hashtags to keyword searches to the increasing importance of analytics and content quality.

Learn how marketers can adapt to the ever-changing landscape, leverage personalization, and stay ahead of emerging trends. Whether you're a business owner, marketer, or simply curious about the future of digital engagement, this conversation is packed with actionable insights.

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Chapters:

Keywords:
SEO, social media marketing, keywords, content creation, digital marketing trends, Instagram strategy, analytics, engagement, personalization, accessibility in marketing

Check Ania out here:

https://www.instagram.com/askaniamedia/

https://askaniamedia.com/

https://www.tiktok.com/@askaniamedia

The conversation explores the journey of Charlotte Goss (Systems with Charlotte), who was inspired by her frustrations with the underutilisation of talented women in low-paid jobs. This led her to create a business that empowers women through entrepreneurship, particularly in the virtual space.

Charlotte started her business, as a virtual assistant (VA) business but eventually transitioned into systems implementation and consultancy. She helps intentional soloist business owners with CRM setups, email marketing setups, and other online systems. Charlotte experienced burnout as a VA due to the constant task switching and variety of work. She decided to focus on systems and now works on a project basis, setting up and redesigning systems for clients. She believes in niching based on target market rather than specific services. Charlotte helps clients set up systems such as CRM, email marketing, courses, and memberships. She offers consulting calls to identify the right system for each client and then follows a similar process for system builds, including a mapping call, implementation, feedback, and support period. Charlotte is an approved Moxie implementer and also works with tools like Dubsado, Kajabi, and Squarespace. In the Quickfire Question Round, Charlotte reveals that her favorite age so far is 30, her favorite quote is 'We can multitask, but we can't multifocus,' and her must-have app on a desert island is TikTok. In this part of the conversation, Charlotte and Radmin discuss cars and their dream car choices. Charlotte mentions that she recently purchased a new car but reluctantly, and if she could have any car without worrying about the cost, she would choose a Tesla. They also briefly touch on the environmental impact of lithium mines for electric car batteries. The conversation then transitions to their future aspirations. Charlotte expresses her plans to expand the training side of her business and become a therapist and potter in the long term. Radmin mentions Charlotte's Moxie course builder. They also talk about their shared love for metal music and bands like Slipknot and Linkin Park. In this final part of the conversation, Charlotte and Radmin discuss their love for music and different genres they enjoy. They also talk about using music for focus and productivity, as well as their experiences with rollerblading. The conversation ends with some lighthearted banter about their editing process and the distractions caused by their pets.

Find out more about Charlotte -

https://www.charlottegoss.com/

https://www.instagram.com/systems.with.charlotte/

In this episode of Rad-Ventures, host Radmin welcomes Sooz, a creative copywriter, to discuss her journey from office work to entrepreneurship. They explore the nuances of copywriting, the importance of understanding client voices, and the challenges of modern language trends. The conversation also touches on personal growth, aspirations, and reflections on influential figures like Robin Williams. Sooz shares her insights on life choices, career transitions, and the impact of social media, all while maintaining a light-hearted and engaging tone. In this engaging conversation, Radmin and Suzipu explore a variety of topics ranging from community spirit in Southport to technology preferences, career aspirations, and the evolving landscape of social media. They share personal anecdotes, discuss the importance of connection, and reflect on their professional journeys, all while maintaining a light-hearted and humorous tone.

In this engaging conversation, David, known as The Sales Angel, shares his journey from a chef to a successful sales coach. He emphasizes the importance of mindset, skills, and habits in achieving sales success. The discussion covers the role of social media in sales, effective cold-calling techniques, and the significance of pricing strategies. David also talks about building a sales team, the challenges of remote work, and personal growth through life lessons. The episode concludes with quick-fire questions that reveal David's personality and insights.

Sound Bites

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:35 The Importance of Mindset, Skill Set, and Habits in Sales

03:27 Transition from Chef to Sales and Business Coach

06:57 The Birth of Tooster: The Ultimate Sales Training Academy

10:15 The Power of TikTok for Lead Generation

12:30 Creating Authentic and Transparent Sales Content

15:51 Managing Social Media and Personal Branding

18:10 The Value of Pricing and Trials in Demonstrating Worth

21:04 Knowing Your Value in Business

21:50 The Power of Remote Workers

23:40 Simplicity and Effectiveness in Quotes and Apps

24:19 Managing Unread Messages for Focus

37:45 The Dream Car: AC Cobra

40:28 Introduction and Showy Materialistic Marketing

41:55 Childhood Dream of Being a Fighter Pilot

43:14 The Unique Perspective of a Fighter Pilot

43:58 Desensitization and High-Speed Activities

45:40 The Importance of Social Media in Business

Keywords

Sales, Coaching, Mindset, Social Media, Cold Calling, Pricing Strategies, Remote Work, Personal Growth, Entrepreneurship, Business

Check David out:

https://www.youtube.com/@davidthesalesangel

https://www.tiktok.com/@davidthesalesangel

https://www.instagram.com/davidthesalesangel/

https://tusta.co.uk/

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In this episode of Rad-Ventures, Radmin interviews Mark Nesbitt, an entrepreneur who has successfully scaled multiple businesses. Mark shares his journey from struggling in school to achieving academic success and eventually starting his own businesses. He discusses the challenges he faced while scaling Urban Chill and Urban Leaf, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on his ventures, and his current focus on mentoring and advising other entrepreneurs. The conversation highlights the importance of adaptability, learning from failures, and the value of mentorship in business.

Keywords

entrepreneurship, business coaching, scaling businesses, mentorship, COVID-19 impact, fundraising, personal growth, business challenges, education, career transitions

Check Mark out:

https://www.aprincipledapproach.com/

https://www.instagram.com/aprincipledapproach/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nesbittmark/

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In this episode of Rad-Ventures, host Radmin speaks with Bethany Carter, the owner of Lemon Squeezy Marketing, a digital agency specialising in social media. Beth shares her journey from freelancing to establishing her own business, the evolution of social media marketing, and her experiences navigating education and career choices. They discuss the impact of neurodiversity, particularly autism, on personal and professional life, and the importance of self-awareness and understanding in the workplace. The conversation also touches on the tools and strategies used in modern marketing, as well as Beth's personal insights and aspirations.

Sound Bites

"I started my business at 25."

"Self-diagnosis is entirely valid."

"I want to be a goat mum."