Self Belief Unsquashed

85 Ben Masters - How to make your writing work

How to write using a process that leads to your reader being engaged. From a blog or profile to a book - learn from freelance copy and content writer - and teacher -  Ben Masters.  At least two simple but powerful processes shared by Ben - and a load of motivating insights on written content creation.

84 Gill Donnell MBE - Women - Believe in yourselves!

Gill Donnell MBE is passionate about women believing in themselves and not playing small. After a 30 year career with the police - very male dominated when she started off - Gill dedicated herself to championing successful women in business. Success meaning different things to us all of course. As Gill says, success is a state of mind. You don't need to be aggressive to be assertive. An episode full of real gritty story and an empowering message delivered in a down to earth way.

Ep 83 Elizabeth McPherson - The Holistic Benefits of a Declutter

Professional declutterer Elizabeth McPherson shares the psychological benefits of decluttering for personal and business growth - real tips. It isn't just about bagging old stuff up and taking it to the tip! The action of decluttering needs preparation - and that includes the psychological. There is a holistic benefit in the act of preparing and doing.  It is certainly more than tidy wardrobes and desks - it is a state of mind and a journey. It is about baggage - the mind baggage. It is about evolving. It's about checking in on our values and purpose. 

82 Syma Brown - Life Work Balance and How to Delegate

You have considered delegating and heard the term ‘Virtual Assistant’ - but what to delegate? How to avoid control anxiety! These and other questions explored with highly experienced VA Syma Brown of CoastalVAs. No more mystery or panic - straightforward advice and step by step actions in this episode. Plus - a cracking tip on sorting that pesky inbox.

81 Lucy Mowatt - Social media - Quality not quantity

Lucy Mowatt knows her social media - she has been on her personal journey and now helps others with content and strategy. She knows how time-consuming it is and how easily you get sucked into going off in directions that abandon the essential 'you' part of the equation. Why are you posting, who for - are you chasing or engaging? As a blogger, Lucy also reminds us that we don't own the platforms - we do own our blog and website. Organic authority.

80 Gemma Stow - Self-promotion for the Quiet Ones

Gemma Stow is on a mission to get the more introverted, quieter women get visible and own their value. This could apply to many small business owners - and doesn't exclude the men! This conversation takes a deep dive into the barriers and the ways forward when it comes to self-promotion for the non-pushy. Gemma is also the host of another good podcast.

79 Shelley Wilson - The Key to Beautiful Blogging

Are you already writing a blog but not convinced? Are you thinking of doing one but getting caught up in too many 'shoulds'? Are you just interested in words and storytelling? Shelley is your woman! She is not just a blogger herself and a blogger for clients - she is also the author of countless fiction books. Shelley is a writer - but also a very real, down-to-earth business woman and human being. Her natural bubbliness and the value of her experience make this a must listen.

78 - Lucy Griffin-Stiff - New Year Baggage Clear Out

Great listen for any time of the year! We all have baggage - from limiting beliefs to perceived failures and imposed labels from childhood! But we don't need to carry them around forever - time for a clear out. Lucy Griffin-Stiff is a life and mindset coach and 'Timeline Therapist' - as well as a very real and warm individual - of course. This episode isn't fluffy - it is forensic. Action focused with the much needed insight to back that action up. Be your best - greatest even - self.

77 Liam Toms - Star Wars v Trek Emotional Pull

A fun and very thought-provoking conversation between a Star Wars nerd and Captain Kirk fan! Liam Tom is a media and communications consultant who knows about the need for emotional engagement – so we go deep on all things ‘emotion’ in the two space classics. Fun yes – but also highly relevant to us as business owners.  Delving into the emotional ingredients of sets and soundtracks and the characters – human and metal - how we connect and care about them. Authenticity and vulnerability – it’s all here, wrapped around with story and nerdiness. 

76 Beth Anne Campbell - Baby Steps to sort your Lost Mojo

The many hat-wearing Beth Anne Campbell is a wonderful blend of project manager, writer and positive energy promoter! Beautifully bossy and humorously warm - you will love this listen. We talk about losing and finding your mojo - and your voice. Baby step re-frames and actions. Beth is a natural storyteller as you will discover. Have you read her book 'Where the hell is my bacon'? Discover the story behind it.