Some people swear nothing beats being in a room, shaking hands, and swapping business cards.
Others say they’ll never give up the power of connecting from their laptop in pyjama bottoms.

So… which is it?

In this episode, I break down the real pros and cons of online vs. offline networking — not the fluffy “just do what works for you” answer, but an actual strategy-led take on how to choose (and how to make either one work harder for your business).

You’ll hear:
💡 Why online networking can grow your reach way beyond your postcode
🕒 The hidden time costs of in-person events
🎯 How to avoid “Barry cornering you for 30 minutes” syndrome
🤝 The best way to build deep, meaningful connections — whichever you choose

If networking feels hit-and-miss right now, this will help you double down on what’s worth your energy and ditch the rest.

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Social media’s never been that real… but with AI-generated everything flooding our feeds, it’s starting to feel like wading through a swamp of fake smiles, fake stories, and fake connections.

So where do you actually find the real people — the ones you’d actually want to talk to (and maybe even work with)?

In this episode, I share:
💬 How to cut through the fake, flaky noise online
🤝 Why real-time connection beats likes and follows every time
🎯 The one marketing move that makes your business feel grounded, purposeful, and human again

If you’re sick of the highlight reel and craving actual conversations with real people who get it… this is how you make that happen.

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Starting out with barely any followers, no email list, and wondering where on earth your next client will come from?

Today, I’m breaking down the exact three things I’d focus on if I was starting from zero — and spoiler: they’re not the shiny “pro” moves you think you need.

We’ll talk about:
🚫 What NOT to waste your time and money on (sorry, your logo isn’t saving you)
🤝 How to actually get noticed and build trust — fast
🎯 Why making friends beats “cold pitch” strategies every single time

Forget the website. Skip the business cards. Your real priority? Becoming a known, trusted face inside the right community… and having a simple, high-value call you can offer to people who need you.

This isn’t about looking fancy. It’s about creating real connections that actually turn into clients.

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Ever feel like you’re doing all the things — posting on socials, showing up to networking events, tweaking your website — yet wondering if any of it’s actually moving the needle?

Today, Cordelia is unpacking what “wasting time” in business really looks like… and it’s probably not what you think.

She shares:
✅ Why those “random” actions might be planting seeds you can’t see yet
✅ The sneaky perfectionism trap that keeps us from the scary stuff
✅ How to find your own “do it anyway” move — the one thing that would actually change your results if you stopped avoiding it

Spoiler: The fastest way to stop wasting time is to prioritise the ballsy stuff — the actions you’ve been putting off because they’re uncomfortable. That’s where the magic happens.

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House full of kids. Client calls to prep for. A monster to-do list.
And a brain throwing out 101 “good reasons” not to show up.

Last week, Cordelia let those excuses win — and skipped Going Live Anyway for an entire week.
Today, she’s back on air unpacking the sneaky way “valid reasons” can quietly morph into momentum-killing excuses… and how to flip them so they stop running the show.

If you’ve been stalling on the very thing that would move your business forward — whether that’s going live, sending the pitch, promoting your offer, or hitting publish — this is your reminder that you can do it anyway.

This episode will help you:
✅ Spot when a “reason” is really just an excuse in disguise
✅ Reframe it so you take back control
✅ Keep showing up even if you’ve fallen behind

Because waiting until it’s perfect (or convenient) is how dreams get parked indefinitely — and you’re not here for that.

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Think writing high-converting copy is about finding the perfect words?
It’s not.

It’s about hitting the right angle — the one that actually connects with your people — and then giving it enough context so they know exactly what you’re talking about.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I test angles (with and without ads), what our top-performing ones have taught me about our audience, and the #1 copywriting mistake that will tank your results before they’ve even started.

We’ll cover:

• How to figure out what your audience really responds to

• Why live events beat every PDF lead magnet you’ve ever made

• The ad test results that surprised the hell out of me

• The secret “context check” every piece of copy needs before it goes out

Whether you’re running ads, posting organically, or hosting live events, this approach will save you from weeks of guessing — and get you to the words that actually move people to action.

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Most people think a great lead magnet is about what you give away.
But if you want high quality clients — the kind who actually engage, buy, and stick around — it’s not about the thing at all.

It’s about the connection you create.

In this episode, I’m breaking down why live lead magnets (like webinars, networking events, or trainings) consistently outperform PDFs, checklists, and other passive freebies when it comes to building trust, sparking real conversations, and getting people to take the next step with you.

You’ll learn:

• Why “high quality” is more about connection than qualification

• The built-in urgency live events have that PDFs will never match

• How to use live lead magnets to create a warm audience that converts like crazy

• The one mistake that turns great lead magnets into dead ends (and how to fix it)

If you’ve been stuck thinking you need a sexier freebie… this will flip your perspective.

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Feeling torn between showing up consistently and not burning out? Or pricing yourself fairly without scaring off dream clients?

In this episode, Cordelia breaks down a juicy double-whammy question: how to build credibility online without frying your nervous system — and how to stay “affordable” without sacrificing your own income.

She shares:

• Why competing on price is a trap (and how to escape it)

• The real secret behind looking credible online without spending 40+ hours a week creating content

• How to position yourself as a leader, not just a service provider — even if you're still figuring it out

• The power of platforms, personal branding, and what to fix on your profile right now

And of course… why running your own network might just be the most rebellious, sustainable, joy-filled marketing strategy on the planet.

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Ever wondered what actually grows a Facebook group that doesn’t just look good on paper — but converts like hell in practice?

Today, Cordelia spills the rebellious receipts on how we grew The Rebellious Business Network to over 4,500 humans (and over £500K in sales) — starting entirely organically.

No fluff. No bots. No “engagement tricks.” Just word of mouth, high-value events, and a strategy that still works even when algorithms don’t.

This one’s a little personal too — including the impact of a beloved original rebel who helped us get featured in major publications, and why this community has never just been “marketing.” It’s legacy.

What you’ll learn:

• The 3 biggest drivers behind our network’s growth (that you can steal)

• Why organic growth still beats ads — and how to tell when you’re ready for both

• How to turn a free Facebook group into a powerful lead magnet that builds connection, not just content

• Why we finally launched an affiliate program — and how you can earn £250 per referral as a rebel on the inside

This is the BTS most people won’t share. But we built our network to give you the real thing.

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No one’s inviting you to speak yet?
Cool. Here’s how to fix that—without waiting around for permission.

In this episode, Cordelia shares exactly how she went from zero invites to speaking at Expert Empires, AdCon, and landing five gigs in one week—without paying to play, having a fancy showreel, or waiting for anyone to “discover” her.

What you’ll get:
🎤 Why “speaking for free” isn’t a downgrade—it’s a goldmine
🎤 The chicken-and-egg myth keeping most people stuck
🎤 One small bio change that can land you gigs immediately
🎤 The biggest mindset shift: you don’t need a bigger audience—you need to own the one you’ve got

Ready to go from unheard to in-demand?

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