So, You're a Woman in Business

In this episode I spoke to Kelly Ellis, also known as 'The Mortgage Bab'.

Kelly shared her unique journey into the world of financial services, following her successful career in the media as a radio producer.

Kelly launched her business six months before Covid and navigated the challenges of a rapidly changing housing market while balancing home schooling and running a new business.

Throughout our conversation Kelly shared her valuable insights into the importance of building a supportive network. Kelly's passion for her work shines through as she talks about being proud of what she has achieved and overcoming her initial self-doubt as she embraced her new role.

There are some great takeaways to be had from this episode including learning and adapting to new technologies, asking for help and finding time to be kind to yourself.

In this episode I spoke to Lucy Cashmore, the founder of Daniel Scott Recruitment.

Lucy shares her story of starting a business in the pandemic and navigating the challenging time of being a new business in lockdown with the help of her long-term industry contacts.

Lucy highlights the ongoing struggle for women in business balancing work and home life and her experiences of being taken seriously in a field where appearances often overshadow expertise. Lucy's determination to be taken seriously is both inspiring and thought-provoking.

We also touched upon the importance of authenticity in business and the need for women to support each other rather than compete.

In this episode I spoke to Iveta Pudilova, founder of National Neurodiversity Training. Iveta shares her journey in the world of neurodiversity, which began when her sister was diagnosed with autism, leading to her own diagnoses later in life.

We discussed the impact that a lack of neurodiversity awareness has on individuals and organisations and the importance of creating a psychologically safe environment where employees feel comfortable disclosing their neurodivergent status.

Throughout our conversation, Iveta share her personal challenges as a neurodivergent woman in business and the strengths that her ADHD and Autism bring to NNT.

In this episode, I spoke with Amy Bird, the founder of Countrywide Metals, who shared her remarkable journey from in the world of metal recycling industry. Amy's story is one of resilience and determination, shaped by her early experiences in a family business and her desire to prove herself in a traditionally male-dominated field.

Amy discussed her initial reluctance to join the recycling industry, despite her family's background in it. She emphasised the importance of hard work, resilience, and the drive to succeed, which ultimately led her to establish Countrywide Metals, a thriving business that exceeded her wildest dreams.

We explored the challenges women face in the industry, including the need to be taken seriously and the importance of knowledge and expertise. Amy highlighted the progress made in recent years, with more women stepping into leadership roles and supporting one another through initiatives like Women in Recycling.

Throughout our conversation, Amy's passion for her work and her commitment to empowering other women in business shone through. She left us with valuable advice for the next generation: to get involved, learn the ins and outs of their chosen industry, and not shy away from asking for help.

This episode is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of community in achieving success.

In this episode, Carolyn Smith founder of TPSquared, recounts the unexpected turn of events that led her to register the business in 2019.

Throughout our conversation Carolyn reflected on her early career, highlighting the lack of female role models in business during her formative years. Carolyn has since embraced her role as a female founder and is committed to empowering other women in their careers.

We delve into the challenges Carolyn has faced as a woman in business and she shares how she is overcoming imposter syndrome.

This episode is a reminder of the resilience and determination that women in business embody and the importance of knowing your non-negotiables in life.

In this episode, I am joined by Ameesha Green, the founder of The Book Shelf.

Ameesha's journey into business is both inspiring and relatable, from trying to enter the world of work during a recession to becoming a digital nomad and ultimately following her passion for publishing and starting her own business.

Ameesha shares her insights on the importance of community and support networks for women in business to promote invaluable encouragement and mentorship.

We delve not the challenges Ameesha has faced as a woman in business, particularly overcoming self-doubt and societal perceptions about who can be a successful entrepreneur.

In this episode of "So, You're a Woman in Business" I was joined by Imogen Edmunds, founder of Redwing Solutions.

Imogen shared how she started the business 21 years ago with a new born baby at home and has grown the business into what it is today.

Imogen talks about how important it is to evolve yourself and the people you have around you so that you are always pushing forwards.

Imogen tell how she has created an environment where they 'sweat the small stuff' to create a workplace that nurtures the team.

This is a fantastic episode with some great advice for any woman in business, whether you're just starting out or have been in business for years - there is something for everyone to take away.

Jodie Villarreal from Core Truth shares her background in branding and her decision to start her own business. What happened next led Jodie to explore her passion for health and wellness and bring Core Truth to life.

Jodie talks about the importance of self-reflection and the need to take a step back from the fast-paced nature of life to ask ourself the right questions about what we really want.

Jodie offers valuable advice on pursuing what you love, dreaming big and not being afraid to ask for help.

In this episode of "So, You're a Woman in Business" I talk to Heather Bird from HMB Training Services.

Heather shares her journey into the business world which was driven by her own personal experiences of needing to administer first aid to her daughter.

Listen as Heather explains how her business has evolved since 2017 as we discuss the support and training she offers around neurodiversity and the positive impact that this is having in the workplace.

Heather's passion and commitment to helping others shines through and her valuable advice for women in business is something we can all learn from.

In this episode of So, You're a Woman in Business, Carol Phillips, owner of Get Logical, shares her story rooted in her upbringing in a family business where she was encouraged to pursue what made her happy ultimately leading to her discovering her passion for finance.

Carol share her journey into the world of accounting and helping business owners to navigate the numbers they need to grow their businesses.

Carol emphasises the importance of resilience, community and collaboration and learning from mistakes.