Business Class
Business Class is a podcast hosted by social media strategist and entrepreneur Vicky Owens. It focuses on the real-life challenges and triumphs of being a young female business owner in today's digital world. The show debunks stereotypes about ambitious women and shares game-changing business tips, social media strategies, and unfiltered conversations about entrepreneurship. Each episode delivers actionable advice, personal stories, and behind-the-scenes social media secrets to help listeners grow their brand and mindset.
Episodes
My employee is CHALLENGING me in front of the team - Answering your business dilemmas
This week on Business Class, Vicky Owens tackles real business dilemmas submitted by listeners and shares honest advice on everything from difficult clients and influencer marketing disasters to team management, leadership, founder wellbeing, and personal branding.Fresh from hosting her first Business Class Founders Dinner, Vicky opens up about the realities of running a business, managing stress,
How to change your LIFE with TikTok Shop : Matthew Bellingham, Kanzen Skincare
Welcome aboard to Business Class — the podcast for entrepreneurs, creators and ambitious minds building success from the ground up, hosted by Vicky Owens. This honest and inspiring business podcast dives into the highs, lows and everything in between when it comes to running a business, building a brand and chasing big goals.In this incredibly value-packed episode, Vicky sits down with entrepreneu
How to get it all done as a business owner
Welcome aboard to Business Class - the podcast for entrepreneurs, creators and ambitious business owners navigating the journey to success. In this solo episode, Vicky Owens opens up about the reality of running a fast-growing business, managing a team, building a personal brand and trying to stay organised when every week looks completely different.After what felt like a complete disaster month i
How to build a SUCCESSFUL social media strategy
Welcome aboard to Business Class - the podcast for entrepreneurs, creators, and ambitious people building success in real time.In this solo episode, Vicky Owens gets brutally honest about the realities of entrepreneurship, burnout, anxiety, leadership, and building a successful social media strategy from scratch. After a chaotic week of cancelled guests, business pressure, and overwhelming schedul
How to deal with FAILURE and rejection as a business owner
This week on Business Class Podcast, Vicky Owens opens up about the reality of rejection, failure, jealousy, and the messy middle of building success. From being turned down for dream jobs and missing out on opportunities like Forbes 30 Under 30 and major TV shows, to failed business ideas, podcast rejections, and moments that completely knocked her confidence - this is an honest conversation abou
I built a £30 million business at 50 years old - Maxine Laceby, Founder of Absolute Collagen
Welcome aboard Business Class - the ultimate podcast for entrepreneurs, founders, and ambitious women on the journey to success. This is your go-to destination for real, unfiltered conversations about business growth, mindset, scaling, and everything in between.In this powerful episode, I’m joined by the incredible Maxine Laceby - founder of Absolute Collagen - who built a £30 million business fro
The REAL reason why you're not growing on social media : Answering your business dilemmas
This week on Business Class, Vicky Owens shares a HUGE milestone... making the Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe list! She breaks down what it really takes to reach that level in business.From manifestation and mindset to burnout and balance, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the journey most people don’t see.Plus, we’re diving into real listener dilemmas, including:Knowing when to pivot
"I made £1 million from going viral" Sofia Panwar, Founder of Unndr
Welcome aboard Business Class - the go-to podcast for ambitious founders, entrepreneurs, and anyone building something from the ground up. This is where we share the real journey to success: the highs, the lows, and everything in between.In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Sophia Panoir - founder of Under, the lingerie subscription brand that scaled to seven figures in just two years. Na
£100K of business coaching in 45 minutes
Welcome back to Business Class ✈️This week’s episode is a little bit different. We’re diving into something I’ve avoided talking about for a long time - mindset, confidence, and learning not to care what people think… even when you’re still figuring it out.After investing over £100,000 into business coaches, mentors, therapy, and personal development, I’m breaking down the biggest lessons I’ve lea
The most inspiring conversation you'll listen to this year : Javeno Mclean, Founder of J7 Health Centre
In today’s episode, I’m joined by the incredible Javeno McLean and trust me, this is a conversation you need to hear.We dive deep into the reality behind success the failures, the loneliness, the discipline, and the mindset it really takes to build something meaningful. Javeno shares his journey from humble beginnings to creating a community that’s changing lives every single day, including openin
How to deal with customers from HELL : answering your business dilemma
This week on Business Class, Vicky Owens is back with a dilemmas episode, answering real questions from listeners and tackling the day to day challenges that come with running a business.From difficult clients and boundary setting to managing team dynamics and handling employees who overstep the mark, this episode dives into the situations founders don’t always talk about. Vicky shares honest, pra
Council estate to A list celeb clients : James Molloy & Alex Thompson, My Kit Co
Welcome back to Business Class - the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of what it really takes to build a successful business ✈️In this episode, host Vicky Owens is joined by the powerhouse couple behind My Kit Co - James Malloy and Alex Thompson.From meeting years ago to building one of the UK’s leading beauty brands, this episode is a true full-circle moment. The pair share how they went
Everything I've got WRONG in business
Welcome back to Business Class with your host Vicky Owens.In this honest solo episode, Vicky shares the biggest mistakes she’s made as a business owner and the lessons that completely changed how she runs her company. From bad advice and poor financial habits to leadership challenges and mindset shifts, this episode is all about the things entrepreneurs often learn the hard way.After building her
We grew an EIGHT figure brand : Steph and Sam Frost, Founders of Pretty Lavish
Welcome back to Business Class with your host Vicky Owens.In this episode, Vicky sits down with sisters Sam and Steph, co-founders of Pretty Lavish, the womenswear label that grew from a £3,000 side hustle into a multi-million pound fashion brand stocked in Selfridges and ASOS.What started in their living room while working full-time jobs has evolved into a globally recognised brand known for occa
Someone keeps leaving me ONE star reviews : answering your business dilemmas
Welcome back to Business Class with your host Vicky Owens.In this listener dilemmas episode, Vicky answers some of the most stressful, emotional, and real business situations founders face behind the scenes. From influencer mistakes that cost sales, to friendship breakdowns in business, supplier disasters, fake reviews, viral growth burnout, and uncomfortable customer boundaries, this episode pull
Leaving my DREAM job to build a seven figure clothing brand : Sian Whitefoot - Founder of Sydney Lane
Welcome back to Business Class with your host Vicky Owens.In this episode, Vicky is joined by Sian Whitefoot, an entrepreneur who has built an almost seven-figure business in a remarkably short space of time while being refreshingly honest about the realities of running a company.Sian shares her journey from a successful career in fashion design into entrepreneurship, opening up about the emotiona
I CAN'T stop looking at my competitors : answering your business dilemmas
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s episode, Vicky dives into your business dilemmas, unpacking some of the most common fears and challenges that stop people from starting, growing, and enjoying their businesses. This episode is packed with practical ideas, mindset shifts, and honest reassurance for entrepreneurs at every stage.Vicky tackles
Joel Conder, Dad V Girls : “I almost gave up on the business last year."
Welcome back to Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by Joel Conder, one half of the viral family YouTube channel Dad vs Girls, and founder of Desvu Clothing and We Are Sol tanning brand.Joel opens up about feeling lost in his career and making the brave decision to leave his job to pursue content creation full time. What started as simply having fun w
How to ACTUALLY do it all as a Business Owner : My productivity hacks
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s episode, Vicky tackles one of the most common questions leaders and business owners ask themselves: how do I actually do it all? This conversation is all about productivity, especially for those who don’t fit the typical “hyper-organised” mould.As a self-confessed Type B and naturally scatty person, Vicky
“I know how to make Gen Z work hard" The UK's BEST boss : Benjy Leslie, Founder of Connect Management
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by Benjy Leslie, founder and CEO of Connect Management and widely recognised as one of the UK’s most impressive young business leaders. Benjy represents over 150 creators and delivers influencer campaigns for some of the world’s biggest brands, making him a leading voice in the cre
She put a brick through my window!! Answering your business dilemmas
Welcome back to Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by her sister and coworker, Lauren, as they sit down to tackle your listener dilemmas in a conversation packed with honest business insights and real-life lessons.This episode even features a voice note from a loyal listener sharing a truly eye-opening and slightly terrifying story about working with
How to change your LIFE with social media in 2026
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s solo episode, Vicky dives deep into social media growth and how to turn your online presence into a powerful revenue stream. From the importance of consistency to understanding how algorithms, audience trust, and content strategy work together, Vicky breaks down exactly what it takes to grow on platforms l
We Hit Six Figures in 5 Weeks From Talking About Poo : Holly & Joely Founders of We Are Regular
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by the brilliant Holly Brooke and Joely Sanderson, founders of the bold and brilliantly named brand We Are Regular, the all-in-one poo supplement that took the wellness industry by storm.After struggling with chronic constipation for most of her life, Holly was desperate to find a
My Biggest Lessons of 2025 as a First Time Founder
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this more relaxed, end-of-year episode, Vicky takes a moment to slow down and reflect in between the festive period. She opens up about everything she’s learned as a business owner this year, celebrating her personal and professional growth and sharing what lessons she’s choosing to carry forward into 2026.Vicky talks
How To Build a Seven-Figure Activewear Brand : Jordan Lansdown, Founder of JLuxe
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by the inspiring Jordan, founder of the activewear brand JLuxe - a brand built on inclusivity, confidence, and designing flattering pieces for all body types.Jordan created JLuxe after struggling to find activewear that truly fit her as a curvaceous woman whose weight fluctuated ov
Advice That Has Rewired My Brain as a Business Owner
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s solo episode, Vicky shares the pearls of wisdom she’s gathered recently as a business owner - from the films she’s watched, to the books she’s been reading, to the conversations that have shifted her perspective. She opens up about the lessons she wishes she had learned sooner and the mindset shifts that h
Wealth Advice From The Top 1% : Khareem & Jamaal, Founders of The Venture Room
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by Khareem Tevin Johnson-Achu and Jamaal Patterson-Bennett - two inspiring entrepreneurs who are transforming the way we learn from the world’s most successful millionaires and billionaires. As the founders of The Venture Room, they’ve built a rapidly growing platform dedicated to
I've fallen out of love with my business, what now? Answering Your Business Dilemmas
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.This week, Vicky is back with another listener dilemmas episode, diving into the real challenges business owners face every day. This conversation is packed with practical, honest business advice - from leading and scaling a team, to learning how to manage effectively without slipping into micromanagement or constantly r
How I made £100k in a day on TikTok live : Daisy May Kelly, Founder of Glow For It
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by the incredible Daisy May Kelly, Founder of the viral beauty brand Glow For It - best known for their game-changing lash serum that took TikTok by storm.Daisy opens up about her journey from struggling with anxiety and compulsively pulling out her eyelashes, to desperately search
How to manage your mental health whilst running a business
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.This week’s episode starts with a huge celebration - Business Class has officially hit 100,000 listeners! 🎉In this episode, Vicky opens up about an incredibly important topic: balancing your mental health while growing a business. She shares her personal journey - from battling severe anxiety and panic attacks that once
The SECRET to creating a viral product : Heather Bowling & Megan Jones, Founders of By Babes
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by not one, but two incredible entrepreneurs - Heather Bowling, TikTok sensation and co-founder of a viral lash serum brand, and Megan Jones, a young powerhouse business owner making waves in the beauty industry. Together, they share the story behind their lash serum that has taken
HALLOWEEN SPECIAL : Answering your business dilemmas with my sister!!
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this special Halloween edition, Vicky is joined by a very special guest, her Managing Director and little sister, Lauren Owens. Together, the dynamic duo dive into real listener dilemmas and share powerful insights from behind the scenes of running a successful business.This episode gets candid about some of the trick
Why you're not selling : The hard truth
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s episode, Vicky delivers some hard-hitting truths about why your business isn’t selling and what you can do to turn it around. From understanding the real reasons behind low sales, to identifying whether your pricing, marketing, or branding is holding you back, Vicky breaks down the do’s and don’ts of succ
How to manage Gen Z and be a powerful leader : Heather Elkington, Fresh Leadership World
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by leadership expert Heather Elkington, who specialises in transforming everyday managers into confident, high-performing leaders. Heather shares powerful insights on what truly makes a great leader, from mastering communication and emotional intelligence to building trust and crea
How do I fire my first employee? Answering listeners dilemmas
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this week’s episode, Vicky dives into another round of real listener dilemmas, tackling the tough questions every entrepreneur faces. From navigating the nerves of firing a team member, to managing your pricing strategy, handling launches that don’t go as planned, and knowing when to push forward or pivot - this episo
I built the biggest podcast in the WORLD in my 20’s : Grace Andrews, Diary Of A CEO / Steven Bartlett’s podcast
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.This week, Vicky is joined by the inspiring Grace Andrews - a genius in the podcasting world who, by just 23, helped transform The Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett from a small project filmed in Steven’s living room into the biggest podcast in the world. Grace played a vital role in scaling the show into the professio
The lessons I’ve learnt from Multi-Millionaire Business Owners
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens. 🚀In this week’s episode, Vicky dives into the powerful lessons she’s learned from spending time and networking with multi-millionaires. She reveals how wealthy entrepreneurs think differently, the mindset shifts that create unstoppable growth, and the strategies business owners can apply to scale faster and achieve fina
How I made a MILLION pounds in one year : Ama Amo-Agyei, Founder of Plantmade
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host Vicky Owens. In this episode, Vicky sits down with Ama Amo-Agyei, founder and CEO of Plantmade - one of the UK’s fastest-growing clean beauty and hair wellness brands. Ama’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. After being made redundant at the start of the COVID-19 lockdown, she pooled just £100 with her brother to buy raw ingre
I got my first ONE STAR review : answering listeners business dilemmas
Welcome back to Business Class with Vicky Owens, the go-to podcast for entrepreneurs, CEOs, managers and business leaders who want real advice they can use in the everyday challenges of running a company.In this episode, Vicky brings back one of her favourite formats: listener dilemmas. She shares her candid thoughts on some of the most difficult situations business owners face, from making the to
How to build the UK’s fastest growing beauty brand : Lucie Macleod, the Founder of Hair Syrup
✨ Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host Vicky Owens!In this week’s episode, Vicky sits down with Lucy Macleod, powerhouse entrepreneur and founder of the rapidly growing haircare brand Hair Syrup. Lucy opens up about how a simple TikTok video documenting her haircare journey using homemade oils went viral and transformed her life overnight.The pair dive into Lucy’s bold
The BIGGEST mistakes I have made as a business owner and how I learnt from them
Welcome back to Business Class with your host Vicky Owens – the podcast designed to inspire and empower entrepreneurs, women in business, and ambitious business owners who are ready to level up their journey.In this week’s powerful episode, Vicky gets real and bares it all as she shares the biggest mistakes she has made as a business owner. From challenges in decision-making to common pitfalls tha
I turned my hobby into a £10m internationally renowned business : Lucy Menghini, The Founder of Six Stories
Welcome back to Business Class with Vicky Owens - the podcast where women in business, entrepreneurship, and leadership come to share their success stories.In this empowering episode, we sit down with Lucy Menghini, founder of the multi-million-pound brand Six Stories, to uncover the strategies behind building and scaling an internationally recognised business. Lucy reveals her entrepreneurial jou
Listen to this when you want to give up on your business
🎙 Welcome back to Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens!In this heartfelt and motivational episode, Vicky dives into a challenge that almost every entrepreneur will face at some stage , the moment you feel like giving up. It’s something many business owners experience but rarely talk about: losing passion for the work you once loved. Burnout, frustration, and loss of motivation can creep in q
How I turned £530 into a multi-seven-figure business: Chloe Walsh, The Founder of Clomana
🎙 Welcome back to Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens!In this inspiring episode, Vicky sits down with Chloe, the powerhouse Founder of Clomana, to talk about the real journey of being a young female CEO in today’s fast-paced business world. Together, they dive deep into the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, sharing raw, unfiltered insights about:✅ Building and scaling a business from the
My employee is STEALING my clients : answering your business dilemmas
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens!This week, Vicky dives into your biggest business dilemmas—from employees stealing clients to dealing with toxic team members. No fluff, just real talk and actionable advice to help you navigate the toughest challenges in business.Whether you're facing betrayal, burnout, or just need better boundaries, Vicky’s got t
How I grew to 750k followers : how to become a full-time creator with Elizabeth Turner
Welcome back to Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens!In this week’s episode, Vicky sits down with the incredible Elizabeth Turner, a content creator and advocate who's gained a massive Instagram following for her raw, unfiltered content that challenges unrealistic beauty standards.After years in the modeling industry facing constant scrutiny over her appearance, Elizabeth made it her m
How to build a successful personal brand : from zero to 10,000 in 10 days
Welcome back to Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens!One of the most requested topics is finally here: how to build a powerful personal brand. If you’re unsure where to start or wondering if personal branding is even worth it — this episode is for you.Vicky shares the exact strategies she used to grow her personal brand into a valuable business asset. Learn how a strong personal brand can bo
How to get rid of impostor syndrome : let’s dive deeper
Welcome back to Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens!In this empowering episode, Vicky tackles a challenge many professionals silently face: imposter syndrome. She breaks down the psychological impact of self-doubt and intrusive thoughts that can sabotage your confidence, performance, and success.Vicky shares personal insights and proven strategies that have helped her overcome imposter synd
Psychological business hacks that have scaled my business : this episode will change your life
Welcome back to Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens!In this week’s episode, Vicky dives deep into the psychology of business success — revealing powerful, science-backed techniques to help you influence, persuade, and connect more effectively.Discover how to use psychological principles to close more sales, attract ideal clients, improve your marketing, and shape the way your audience perce
My habits and routines as a 25 year old CEO : non negotiables that have changed my life
Welcome to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.In this episode, Vicky breaks down the myth that success only comes to those who rise at 5AM. Tired of generic productivity hacks and rigid routines? So is she. Vicky shares her personal journey as a business leader who doesn’t follow the 5AM club—and how embracing routines that align with your natural rhythm can lead to sust
Come to THERAPY with me : how healing helps you succeed in business
Welcome back to Business Class with your host Vicky Owens.In this episode, Vicky shares powerful insights on how unresolved personal challenges can impact your professional journey, and why emotional growth is just as vital as business strategy. Learn practical techniques to overcome internal obstacles, build resilience, and create a mindset that supports long-term success.Whether you're an e
Perception is POWER : how to become an industry leader
🎙️ Business Class with Vicky Owens: The Power of Brand PerceptionWelcome back to Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens!In today’s episode, Vicky unpacks a crucial yet often overlooked element of business success: brand perception. While it’s not always front and center in business conversations, how your brand is seen—especially online—has never been more important.Vicky explores how percepti
My best friend STOLE my clients : answering your business dilemmas
🎙️ Business Class with Vicky Owens: Solving Real Business DilemmasWelcome back to Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens!In this special episode, Vicky tackles real-life business dilemmas submitted by listeners. From navigating internal sabotage to managing difficult clients, she shares practical advice, actionable tips, and her signature no-nonsense insights to help entrepreneurs and business
Losing friends and family as a business owner : how to manage relationships and expectations
✈️ Welcome back to Business Class with Vicky Owens.Buckle up — this episode gets real.This week, Vicky gets vulnerable about the emotional toll of success, opening up about the jealousy, toxic relationships, and lack of support she faced from those closest to her when her business took off.🎙️ From navigating unsupportive friends and family to redefining relationships as a successful business owner
The power of saying NO : how to set boundaries, stand your ground and step into your power.
✈️ Welcome back to Business Class with Vicky Owens!In this episode, we're diving into one of the most powerful tools in business and personal growth: how to say "no" with confidence and compassion.🎙️ Join your host, Vicky Owens, as she unpacks the importance of setting healthy boundaries — not just for your well-being, but for the success of your business. Whether you're a natu
My most requested episode: How to go VIRAL on social media, make more money and be an industry leader
Welcome aboard Business Class with Vicky Owens — and this time, we’re talking VIRAL.This is Vicky’s most requested episode yet: how to go viral on social media. If you've been chasing the algorithm or wondering why your content isn't hitting the mark, you're in the right place. Vicky breaks down the strategy behind scroll-stopping videos, the psychology of engagement, and how to mas
SPECIAL GUEST: How to be successful as an introvert, losing friends and owning your SH*T!
Welcome back to Business Class with Vicky Owens — and this week, it’s a family affair.In this special episode, Vicky is joined by her sister and Managing Director of Socially Speaking Media, Lauren. While they share DNA, their personalities couldn’t be more different — Vicky is bold and outspoken, while Lauren brings a quieter, more introverted approach to life and business.Together, they unpack h
Everything I WISH I knew when I started my business: Things that made me wealthier, healthier and happier
Welcome back to Business Class with Vicky Owens — your go-to guide for building a business with purpose.Thinking of starting your own business? This episode is your blueprint. Vicky breaks down the real foundations of entrepreneurship — from mindset to customer relationships — and reveals why you are the most important asset in your business. Forget the generic advice. Vicky shares raw, personal i
What to do when it ALL GOES WRONG: Dealing with FAILURE, losing money and the worst case scenario
Welcome back to Business Class with Vicky Owens — where we don’t just talk success, we talk survival.This episode pulls back the curtain on the side of entrepreneurship no one wants to post about: failure. What happens when everything falls apart — when the money's gone, the plan collapses, and you're staring down the worst-case scenario? Vicky gets brutally honest about her biggest setb
Can you be NICE and successful in business? How to be firm but fair, deal with difficult people and lead with confidence
Welcome back to Business Class with Vicky Owens — where leadership gets real.In this episode, Vicky dives into the art of firm but fair leadership. How do you command respect without losing connection? How do you lead with authority while still building trust with your team and clients? Vicky shares her no-nonsense approach to navigating tough conversations, setting boundaries, and managing diffic
My Business Journey: Suffering from panic attacks, to owning the UK's No.1 Social Media Agency
Welcome to Business Class with Vicky Owens — where real stories meet real success.You’re officially cleared for takeoff! In this premiere episode, Vicky Owens invites you aboard a no-filter, first-class journey through entrepreneurship, personal growth, and the unfiltered truth behind her rise. From a tough upbringing to building a brand in a world obsessed with the highlight reel, Vicky gets cand
Business Class Trailer
Welcome to Business Class — the empowering new podcast hosted by social media strategist and entrepreneur Vicky Owen.In this bold and inspiring series, Vicky dives into the real-life challenges and triumphs of being a young female business owner in today’s fast-paced digital world. From debunking the stereotypes about young, ambitious women to sharing game-changing business tips, Business Class is
