Self Belief Unsquashed
Self Belief Unsquashed is the podcast for solo female business owners in their early years of business who are ready to stop self-sabotaging and start thriving. Hosted by confidence coach, speaker, and TEDx talker Trisha Lewis, each episode tackles the mindset blocks, FIBs (fears, illusions & baggage), and hidden habits that hold you back — from overthinking and people pleasing to imposter syndrome and comparisonitis. With a feast of episodes of straight-talking insight, humour and encouragement, this is your space to build a business that reflects your real voice — not just the expert advice or trends. If you’re ready to grow with clarity, courage, and a touch of rebellion — come unsquash with me.
Episodes
Thursday May 27, 2021
88 Catherine Gladwyn - Clarity on what you offer for how much
Thursday May 27, 2021
Thursday May 27, 2021
Best selling author of 'The 20% Rule', Catherine Gladwyn has down-to-earth and empowering perspectives on 'niches' and 'charging' and 'boundaries'! She has overcome health challenges by making her business work for her and helping others to do so too. You will listen, learn and probably laugh during this 'full of tips' episode.
Thursday May 13, 2021
Ep 87 Susannah Brade-Waring - Understanding your motivation
Thursday May 13, 2021
Thursday May 13, 2021
Trusted business advisor Susannah Brade-Waring understands just how complex and crucial being motivated is to us as humans - and us in business. We delve beyond Maslow and climb 9 layers of a motivational pyramid. Are you missing any out to your detriment? Listen and learn.
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Ep 86 Kate Chastey - Trust who you are
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Passionate PA Kate Chastey leads with her heart - and in this episode that come over loud and clear. You will hear how she simply didn't feel employable - and finally followed her heart and instinct to go freelance. You will be reminded of the key ingredient of security and flourishing - trusting in who you are. An insight into what a very human kind of franchise feels like too,
Thursday Apr 15, 2021
85 Ben Masters - How to make your writing work
Thursday Apr 15, 2021
Thursday Apr 15, 2021
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.
Thursday Apr 01, 2021
84 Gill Donnell MBE - Women - Believe in yourselves!
Thursday Apr 01, 2021
Thursday Apr 01, 2021
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.
Thursday Mar 18, 2021
Ep 83 Elizabeth McPherson - The Holistic Benefits of a Declutter
Thursday Mar 18, 2021
Thursday Mar 18, 2021
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.
Thursday Mar 04, 2021
82 Syma Brown - Life Work Balance and How to Delegate
Thursday Mar 04, 2021
Thursday Mar 04, 2021
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.
Thursday Feb 18, 2021
81 Lucy Mowatt - Social media - Quality not quantity
Thursday Feb 18, 2021
Thursday Feb 18, 2021
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.
Thursday Feb 04, 2021
80 Gemma Stow - Self-promotion for the Quiet Ones
Thursday Feb 04, 2021
Thursday Feb 04, 2021
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.
Thursday Jan 21, 2021
79 Shelley Wilson - The Key to Beautiful Blogging
Thursday Jan 21, 2021
Thursday Jan 21, 2021
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.

5 Star reviews!
So refreshing!
This podast feels like sitting down with pals for a natter and a cuppa. It's refreshingly real, very human and Trisha's enthusiasm, curiosity and energy shine through every episode I've listened to so far. And I will definitely be dipping into past episodes - what an amazing, inspiring array of guests!