Start Being Visible

In this episode, I'm joined by Marnee Downing, Call Centre Director at Amen Clinics – and a former LinkedIn visibility coaching client.

Marnee shares her inspiring career journey, from working in the auto insurance sector to leading a thriving care team in the healthcare industry. We talk about finding purpose at work, becoming more visible in leadership roles, and what it means to be a “people gardener.”

Marnee opens up about her childhood, the impact of her father’s schizophrenia, and how those experiences shaped her desire to serve others. She talks candidly about the turning point in her career – when she found her voice, spoke up, and discovered her unique leadership style.

We also dive into Marnee’s mentoring philosophy, her leadership transitions, and the value of showing up – both in person and online. If you’ve ever doubted your leadership potential or struggled with visibility, Marnee’s story will remind you of the power of purpose, persistence, and owning your voice.

What we covered:

✨ How Marnee transitioned from the insurance industry to healthcare

✨ The eight-interview process that brought her to Amen Clinics

✨ The impact of childhood experiences on her leadership style

✨ Why she calls herself a "people gardener" – and what that means

✨ Her approach to mentoring and helping others grow

✨ Navigating leadership with care, clarity, and compassion

✨ The role faith, purpose, and values played in her career

✨ Why it’s time to stop keeping your brilliant thoughts to yourself

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🔗 Connect with Marnee on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marneedowning/

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🌐 Connect with Mildred on LinkedIn, YouTube, or Instagram

📩 Subscribe to Mildred's weekly email newsletter, The Visible Woman

📙 Buy Mildred's LinkedIn playbook, Start Being Visible, for just £4.99

📌Want to work with Mildred? Explore her services and programmes here

In this solo episode Mildred Talabi dives into the tricky but totally doable task of growing your visibility on LinkedIn while holding down a 9-5.

She shares practical tips on how to build a strong personal brand without crossing any boundaries at work. From understanding what your employment contract says, to using the right language in your content, this episode is all about showing up online in a way that protects your job and promotes your side business.

We also talk about how to stay consistent with your content, use your time wisely, and keep work and business activities separate.

This episode covers:

• How to position your LinkedIn profile around your business, not your job

• When (and if) you should tell your boss about your side hustle

• How to speak about your business in a way that won’t raise red flags

• A realistic daily engagement routine that fits around a full-time job

• How personal branding now sets you up for future opportunities

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Start your journey to being visible:

🌐 Connect with Mildred on LinkedIn, YouTube, or Instagram

📩 Subscribe to Mildred's weekly email newsletter, The Visible Woman

📙 Buy Mildred's LinkedIn playbook, Start Being Visible, for just £4.99

📌Want to work with Mildred? Explore her services and programmes here

In this episode, Mildred Talabi is joined by the brilliant Ella Wales Bonner – a former venture capitalist turned coach and fractional Chief of Staff.

We dive deep into Ella’s personal and professional journey, starting from her childhood in South London all the way through her high-powered VC career and the bold pivot into coaching and founder support.

Ella shares what it was like to navigate the male-dominated world of venture capital as one of the few Black women in the room – and what she learned about relationship-building, investor mindsets, and the myths founders often have about securing VC funding.

We also explore:

• The impact of visibility and representation in elite spaces
• Why not every founder should chase VC money
• How to align your work with your personal values
• The power of networking and showing up on LinkedIn
• What it takes to trust yourself enough to carve a new path

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🔗 Connect with Ella on

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ella-wales-bonner-3339b6107/

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Start your journey to being visible:

🌐 Connect with Mildred on LinkedIn, YouTube, or Instagram

📩 Subscribe to Mildred's weekly email newsletter, The Visible Woman

📙 Buy Mildred's LinkedIn playbook, Start Being Visible, for just £4.99

📌Want to work with Mildred? Explore her services and programmes here

In this solo episode, Mildred Talabi unpacks some of the common misconceptions about being an introvert and shares how understanding and embracing your introvert nature is key to unlocking your visibility.

Whether you’re deep in your introvert era or just beginning to understand yourself better, this episode will give you the tools and encouragement to start being visible – your way.

You’ll learn:

• The difference between introverts and extroverts when it comes to energy
• How to approach visibility without being loud or performative
• Common challenges introverts face with visibility – and how to overcome them
• Practical ways to start showing up more consistently on LinkedIn
• How to embrace your introverted strengths while stretching outside your comfort zone

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Start your journey to being visible:   

🌐 Connect with Mildred on LinkedIn, YouTube, or Instagram

📩 Subscribe to Mildred's weekly newsletter, The Visible Woman

📙 Buy Mildred's LinkedIn playbook, Start Being Visible, for just £4.99

📌Want to work with Mildred? Explore her services and programmes here

In this episode of Start Being Visible, Mildred Talabi sits down with Ella Orr, a personal branding coach and social media trainer, to discuss her remarkable career transition from teaching to social media marketing. Ella shares how she reinvented herself professionally, the power of LinkedIn for personal branding, and the challenges—and triumphs—of stepping into entrepreneurship.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

✔️ Ella’s journey from primary school teacher to social media marketing expert

✔️ The role of personal branding in career transitions

✔️ How Ella overcame self-doubt and embraced change in her 50s

✔️ LinkedIn strategies that helped her gain traction and build trust

✔️ The importance of networking, business coaching, and staying visible online

✔️ Why setting small goals and staying happy in your work matters

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Connect with Ella:

🔗 LinkedIn: Ella Orr

🔗 Website: Much More Social

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Start your journey to being visible with Mildred:

🌐 Connect with Mildred on LinkedIn, YouTube, or Instagram

📩 Subscribe to Mildred's weekly email newsletter, The Visible Woman

📙 Buy Mildred's LinkedIn playbook, Start Being Visible, for just £4.99

📌Want to work with Mildred? Explore her services and programmes here

In this episode, Mildred Talabi unpacks the latest changes to LinkedIn’s algorithm and what they mean for content creators, professionals, and business owners looking to grow their visibility.

From LinkedIn’s increasing focus on video content to the evolving role of authenticity and AI in personal branding, Mildred provides actionable insights to help you navigate the ever-changing LinkedIn landscape.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ How LinkedIn’s algorithm updates are changing engagement patterns – and why posts are taking longer to gain traction.

✅ Why LinkedIn is shifting towards a “pay to play” model and how to work with the changes.

✅ The platform’s growing emphasis on video content and what it means for creators who prefer written posts.

✅ The power of authenticity in personal branding and why AI should be used to enhance – not replace – your unique voice.

Be sure to subscribe now so you don't miss any future episodes in this season!

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Start your journey to being visible:   

🌐 Connect with Mildred on LinkedIn, YouTube, or Instagram

📩 Subscribe to Mildred's weekly newsletter, The Visible Woman

📙 Buy Mildred's LinkedIn playbook, Start Being Visible, for just £4.99

📌Want to work with Mildred? Explore her services and programmes here

In this episode of Start Being Visible, Mildred sits down with Michelle De Leon, the founder and CEO of World Afro Day®. From her personal journey with Afro hair to leading a global movement for recognition and equality, Michelle shares the experiences that shaped her mission.

They discuss the power of embracing natural hair, the inspiration behind World Afro Day, and Michelle’s incredible advocacy work—including her recent campaign to update the UK Equality Act to protect Afro hair.

Michelle also opens up about her mother-daughter journey, her decision to change her name, and how she’s stepping into new spaces as a public speaker.

This conversation is about visibility, identity, and the importance of challenging societal norms.

Key topics discussed:

• Growing up without a mother and raising a daughter
• Michelle’s decision to change her middle name and the powerful story behind it
• Embracing natural Afro hair and breaking generational beauty standards
• The inspiration and impact of World Afro Day®
• Workplace hair discrimination and the fight for legal protections
• The importance of visibility and using your voice for change

Subscribe to Start Being Visible now so you don't miss any episodes in this season!

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Connect with Michelle:

• Learn more about World Afro Day: worldafroday.com
• Follow Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-de-leon-51519316/
• Join the movement on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldafroday

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Start your journey to being visible:

🌐 Connect with Mildred on LinkedIn, YouTube, or Instagram

📩 Subscribe to Mildred's weekly newsletter, The Visible Woman        

📙 Buy Mildred's LinkedIn playbook, Start Being Visible, for just £4.99

📌Want to work with Mildred? Explore her services and programmes here

Rosie Parsons is an award-winning brand and celebrity photographer with a passion for helping entrepreneurs elevate their visibility.

A former music industry professional, Rosie transitioned into brand photography, using her expertise to build a business that attracts clients from across the UK and beyond. She is a strong advocate for personal branding, authenticity, and creating a standout online presence.

In this episode, we discuss everything from personal branding and influencer collaborations to smartphone photography and work-life balance.

Key topics discussed:

• Rosie's journey from the music industry to brand photography
• The importance of personal branding and visibility
• Strategies for influencer collaborations and social media marketing
• Tips for taking professional-quality photos using a smartphone
• Balancing business visibility with personal life
• Building and nurturing an engaged online community

Subscribe to Start Being Visible now so you don't miss any episodes in this season!

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Connect with Rosie:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/personalbrandphotographer
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieparsonsphotography
• Website: http://slayyourselfies.com

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Start your journey to being visible:

• 🌐 Connect with Mildred on LinkedIn, YouTube, or Instagram
• 📩 Subscribe to Mildred's weekly newsletter, The Visible Woman       
• 📙 Buy Mildred's LinkedIn playbook, Start Being Visible, for just £4.99
• 📌Want to work with Mildred? Explore her services and programmes here

Welcome to Episode 1 of Season 3 of the Start Being Visible podcast!

After a year-long break, Mildred Talabi has returned with fresh insights, renewed energy, and a deepened commitment to helping women break through visibility barriers in their careers and businesses.

In this episode, Mildred shares:

✅ Her personal journey – From daily LinkedIn posts to rediscovering purpose in her work

✅ Why visibility on LinkedIn matters – And how it opens doors to career and business opportunities

✅ Seven key steps to building a personal brand on LinkedIn

Be sure to subscribe now so you don't miss any episodes in this season!

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🌐 Connect with Mildred on LinkedIn, YouTube, or Instagram

📩 Subscribe to Mildred's weekly newsletter, The Visible Woman

📙 Buy Mildred's LinkedIn playbook, Start Being Visible, for just £4.99

📌Want to work with Mildred? Explore her services and programmes here

Mildred Talabi is back with an exciting new season of the Start Being Visible podcast!

After a break, she’s returning with fresh insights, powerful solo episodes, and inspiring conversations with guest experts—all designed to help you show up and stand out on LinkedIn and beyond.

The first episode of Season 3 is launching on Wednesday, 5th March 2025.

Don’t miss out—subscribe now and be the first to hear each new episode when it drops! 🎧

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🌐 Connect with Mildred on LinkedIn, YouTube, or Instagram

📙 Buy Mildred's LinkedIn playbook, Start Being Visible, for just £4.99

📌Want to work with Mildred? Explore her services and programmes here