Show Up and Be Heard

How to batch create social media content, without the overwhelm

Season 6, Episode 58: Show Up and Be Heard

Today’s episode is all about how to actually batch create content in a way that feels doable, not overwhelming.

If you've ever set aside time to create posts only to get one or two done, or if you're dreaming of planning your content a month or two, or even just a week in advance, but it just feels out of reach, you're definitely not alone.

So, I'm sharing some practical tips and mindset shifts that will help you to make content batching simpler and way less stressful.

BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN:

1. How batching content can save you time and reduce stress
2. Simple ways to break down your content creation into manageable chunks
3. Why using templates and voice notes can boost your creativity and ease

If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a few minutes to give it a review on whatever platform you are listening on - because every one I get really does make me do a little squeal and a happy dance!

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THIS SEASON’S SPONSOR:

A big thank you to this season’s sponsor, Jo Higgs, from Jo Higgs Creative, who is helping to make this podcast possible. Jo’s a freelance logo and brand designer with over a decade of experience,  and she’s all about helping female-led businesses stand out and attract their dream clients. 

Right now, Jo’s offering a fantastic free downloadable guide called ‘Building Your Brand’. It dives into the basics of branding and how to really boost your brand awareness as a small business, plus there’s a super helpful checklist you can go through at your own pace.

You can grab it at www.joannehiggs.co.uk/freedownload.

You can find out more about, and connect with with Jo via the links below!

1. Check out Jo's website
2. Connect with Jo on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook

Thank you so much Jo for sponsoring the show!

What small businesses can learn from big brands (even without the budget)

Season 6, Episode 57: Show Up and Be Heard

Today’s episode of the podcast is an interview with Jo Higgs, a brilliant Freelance Logo & Brand Designer, all about how to build a brand that feels like you and actually attracts the right clients.

We’re talking about how to stand out as a small business, what we can learn from the big brands (even without their budget!), and why your brand is about so much more than a logo.

It’s a down to earth and inspiring chat, packed with practical tips and honest reflections that’ll leave you feeling clearer and more confident in your brand.

BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN:

1. What branding really means - and why it’s not just about your logo
2. How to take inspiration from big brands without losing your unique voice
3. The mindset shifts and must-haves when building a brand that truly reflects you

If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a few minutes to give it a review on whatever platform you are listening on - because every one I get really does make me do a little squeal and a happy dance!

ABOUT JO HIGGS:

Jo is a graphic designer who specialises in Logo & Brand Design for small businesses. She’s a proud feminist who’s passionate about empowering other female business owners through branding, helping them show up with confidence and clarity. Jo knows what it’s like to navigate a career break and come back as a freelancer, all while juggling life as the primary carer for two amazing primary school aged kids.

LINKS YOU DEFINITELY WANT TO CHECK OUT:

Connect with Jo on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook

Download Jo's 'Building Your Brand' Download and Checklist

Check out Bonjoro

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THIS SEASON’S SPONSOR:

A big thank you to this season’s sponsor, Jo Higgs, from Jo Higgs Creative, who is helping to make this podcast possible. Jo’s a freelance logo and brand designer with over a decade of experience,  and she’s all about helping female-led businesses stand out and attract their dream clients. 

Right now, Jo’s offering a fantastic free downloadable guide called ‘Building Your Brand’. It dives into the basics of branding and how to really boost your brand awareness as a small business, plus there’s a super helpful checklist you can go through at your own pace.

You can grab it at www.joannehiggs.co.uk/freedownload.

You can find out more about, and connect with with Jo via the links below!

1. Check out Jo's website
2. Connect with Jo on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook

Thank you so much Jo for sponsoring the show!

A break is not a reward (and you don't have to earn it)!

Season 5, Episode 56: Show Up and Be Heard

I can’t quite believe we’ve reached the end of another season – which means we are also about to head into another school holiday!

This podcast has always been about showing up in a way that feels right for me, and helping you show up in a way that feels right for you, which is exactly why I design each season to fit around real life - because running a business isn’t about pushing through exhaustion just to tick a box.

In today’s episode, I want to leave you with a friendly reminder about something I’m really passionate about - something I believe more businesses need to not only hear, but fully embrace. This is your permission slip to do things your way, and I can't wait to dive into it with you.

If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a few minutes to give it a review on whatever platform you are listening on - because every one I get really does make me do a little squeal and a happy dance!

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7 questions your social media should answer in 7 seconds

Season 5, Episode 55: Show Up and Be Heard

Today’s episode is a solo one, and we’re chatting about what people actually want to know when they land on your business social media page - and how to make sure your profile is doing the hard work for you.

This episode is all about getting the basics right, so your content has the best chance of doing its job. It will help you make sure your profile is clear, helpful, and working behind the scenes to turn the right people into followers, and eventually, into buyers.

BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN:

1. What people really want to know when they land on your social media page (and what makes them leave)
2. The key things your profile should be communicating in the first 7 seconds
3. Easy ways to improve your bio, name field, highlights and pinned posts so they work harder for you

If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a few minutes to give it a review on whatever platform you are listening on - because every one I get really does make me do a little squeal and a happy dance!

LINKS YOU DEFINITELY WANT TO CHECK OUT:

Book an Instagram Audit

Join the Boss Your Socials Club

CONNECT WITH BECCI:

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Join Becci's email community

TIMESTAMPS TO HELP YOU FIND WHAT YOU NEED:

05:17 Clarity in Communication: What You Do

08:01 Identifying Your Audience: Who It's For

10:54 Value Proposition: Why Should They Care?

14:10 Engagement: Are You Active and Real?

17:00 Sales Strategy: What Are You Selling?

19:14 Pricing Transparency: How Much Does It Cost?

IF YOU LOVED THIS, YOU'LL ALSO LOVE:

1. How to create an Instagram Profile that makes people want to follow you
2. Top tips for better Instagram highlights
3. Social Media Made Simple: A Framework to Reduce the Overwhelm
4. How to get the best out of pinned posts on Instagram
5. Instagram advice you've definitely heard, that is absolute BS

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How to stay visible in the summer, without being glued to your phone

Season 5, Episode 54: Show Up and Be Heard

Today’s episode of the podcast is a solo episode all about creating content during the summer months – even when engagement tends to dip.

I'm talking about how to approach content creation in a way that feels good for you, why it’s still worth posting (even just a little), and how to make it work without gluing yourself to your phone all August. This isn’t about hustle or pressure – it’s about gentle, strategic visibility that helps you stay top of mind without burning out.

I’m sharing, what the Head of Instagram has said about the impact of going quiet, and why your posts might even perform better when others go quiet.

BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN:

1. Practical tips on how to stay consistent without being constantly available
2. What the Head of Instagram has said about the impact of going quiet
3. Smart ways to create content that supports your break and your business

If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a few minutes to give it a review on whatever platform you are listening on - because every one I get really does make me do a little squeal and a happy dance!

LINKS YOU DEFINITELY WANT TO CHECK OUT:

Find out more and sign up for Boss Your Socials Club

Download my 20 Free Content Ideas

Read my blog on How to Take a Break From Social Media This Summer

CONNECT WITH BECCI:

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TIMESTAMPS TO HELP YOU FIND WHAT YOU NEED:

07:00 The Importance of Consistent Visibility

11:50 Managing Expectations and Content Strategy

14:32 Finding Balance and Setting Goals

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Why assertiveness is hard for women and how to make it work for you, with Kate Rainford-Foakes

Season 5, Episode 53: Show Up and Be Heard

Today’s episode is a brilliant chat with Kate Rainford-Foakes, all about assertiveness, negotiation, and showing up with confidence - without losing your kindness or compassion along the way.

Whether you’re in the corporate world, running your own business, or figuring out your next steps, this one’s packed with insight and practical tips to take away.

We talk about the language of leadership, the emotional load women carry when trying to be ‘nice’ and assertive at the same time, and how to blend your career goals with your personal wellbeing without burning out. Kate has such a wonderful perspective from both corporate and entrepreneurial life, and her advice is super practical and empowering.

BOSS THINGS YOU’LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN:

1. How thinking of negotiation as collaboration can totally change how you show up
2. Tips for setting boundaries and being assertive without feeling bad about it
3. Why being kind to yourself and understanding your emotions is a strength, not a weakness

If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a few minutes to give it a review on whatever platform you are listening on - because every one I get really does make me do a little squeal and a happy dance!

ABOUT KATE:

Kate is a Careers and Leadership coach who brings a wealth of experience from both the corporate and entrepreneurial worlds to her work supporting female leaders. After a 15-year career in senior leadership at CHANEL, Kate now helps women navigate critical career transitions with confidence and authenticity.

Her unique perspective comes from straddling both sides of business - from leading luxury retail operations and negotiating with senior stakeholders at retailers including Harrods and Selfridges, to being a founding shareholder and coach in a successful tech startup. This blend of corporate and entrepreneurial experience allows her to deeply understand the challenges faced on both sides of the coin.

Kate is particularly passionate about helping women integrate their professional ambitions with personal wellbeing, drawing on her experience as a yoga teacher and her own journey of transitioning from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship while raising two young children.

She believes that success comes not from maintaining perfect balance, but from authentic integration of all aspects of life.

Through her coaching practice, Kate helps female entrepreneurs and leaders move from uncertainty to purposeful action, enabling them to create businesses and careers that align with their values and bring fulfilment and success while making meaningful impact.

LINKS YOU DEFINITELY WANT TO CHECK OUT:

Connect with Kate on LinkedIn

Check out Kate's website

Join Kate's mailing list

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TIMESTAMPS TO HELP YOU FIND WHAT YOU NEED:

05:04 Kate's Journey to Business Ownership

08:00 Finding Purpose and Meaning in Work

10:48 The Transition from Corporate to Entrepreneurship

13:49 Understanding Negotiation and Assertiveness

16:52 Reframing Negotiation as Collaboration

19:43 Practical Tips for Effective Negotiation

22:49 Language and Assertiveness in Negotiation

25:14 Navigating Client Conversations

26:28 The Power of Language in Authority

28:20 Small Tweaks for Assertiveness

29:47 Understanding Emotional Responses

33:40 The Let Them Theory

37:20 Choosing Your Response

39:44 Embracing Empathy as a Superpower

41:35 Embracing Fear and Building Confidence

44:40 The Power of Self-Compassion

47:26 Negotiation Strategies for Success

50:30 Showing Up and Being Heard

53:44 Advice for New Entrepreneurs

IF YOU LOVED THIS, YOU'LL ALSO LOVE:

1. How to build a life you love in the time you have, with Lizzy Parsons

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Season 5, Episode 52: Show Up and Be Heard

Navigating your way through marketing your small business on social media can seem overwhelming.

Especially when it’s filled with “experts” telling you that to be successful you need to post 3 reels, 9 stories, 11 posts and have 9.75 hashtags on every other post, whilst standing on your head! 

But the truth?

Most of that advice is designed more for clickbait and engagement than it is to actually help you.

Which is why in this episode, I’m calling out some of the most common advice that’s shared as fact – but actually? It’s not just unhelpful, it’s total rubbish.

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, second-guessing your every post, or just wondering why things feel harder than they should – this one’s for you.

If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a few minutes to give it a review on whatever platform you are listening on - because every one I get really does make me do a little squeal and a happy dance!

LINKS YOU DEFINITELY WANT TO CHECK OUT:

Check out Metricool for scheduling

Check out ManyChat for automating your messages

Check out the Boss Your Socials Club

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IF YOU LOVED THIS, YOU'LL ALSO LOVE:

The What, Why, Where and How of Consistency on Social Media

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Season 5, Episode 51: Show Up and Be Heard

Ever wondered why some of your posts don’t quite grab attention?

You spend time planning, creating, and sharing, but somehow they just don’t get the response you’re hoping for.

It’s frustrating, isn’t it? And it can quickly make you fall out of love with social media!

In today’s episode, I’m going to be talking all about a key part of your social media post that might be causing the problem - your hook.

BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN:

1. What a hook is and why it matters for your social media content.
2. Practical tips for writing hooks that engage your audience.
3. Common mistakes to avoid when writing hooks for your content.

If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a few minutes to give it a review on whatever platform you are listening on - because every one I get really does make me do a little squeal and a happy dance!

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IF YOU LOVED THIS, YOU'LL ALSO LOVE:

1. Why the shame around using AI needs to stop - and how to actually use it well
2. How to write better social media captions

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Season 5, Episode 50: Show Up and Be Heard

Today’s episode is a special one - not only is it the podcast’s first birthday (yay!), but it’s also a massive shout out to YOU.

The emotional energy it takes to keep showing up - through fear, doubt, and imposter syndrome is huge. And still, you’re here - listening, learning, trying.

And that's worth celebrating!

In this episode, I’m opening up about what’s been going on in my own head lately and reminding you that even if it doesn’t feel like it. you’re doing an amazing job.

If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a few minutes to give it a review on whatever platform you are listening on - because every one I get really does make me do a little squeal and a happy dance!

LINKS YOU DEFINITELY WANT TO CHECK OUT:

Find out more about Boss Your Socials Club

Join Boss Your Socials Club (use code 'happybirthday' at checkout for 20% off the cost of an annual membership

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Season 5, Episode 49: Show Up and Be Heard

Today’s episode of the podcast is an interview with the lovely Leyla Alexander, a freelance graphic designer and founder of the sustainable clothing brand You Are The Sea.

In this conversation, we chat about the juggle between client work and creative passion projects, and why it’s totally okay, and actually really powerful, to do something just because it brings you joy.

We explore the pressures so many of us feel to monetise everything we enjoy, the value of allowing ourselves to play and experiment without an outcome, and how to rediscover hobbies, fun and creativity in the day to day.

Leyla also shares her own journey of stepping away from a secure job to freelance life, embracing imperfection, and showing up more authentically than ever before.

ABOUT LEYLA:

Leyla is a freelance graphic designer who specialises in brand identity and web design. She loves working with big-hearted businesses, using her creativity to shine a light on the good they do and spread a little positivity.

She’s also the founder of You Are The Sea, a sustainable clothing brand that donates £2 from every sale to Surfers Against Sewage.

If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a few minutes to give it a review on whatever platform you are listening on - because every one I get really does make me do a little squeal and a happy dance!

LINKS YOU DEFINITELY WANT TO CHECK OUT:

Connect with Leyla on Instagram and LinkedIn

Connect with You Are the Sea on Instagram

Check out Leyla's website and the You Are the Sea website

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