In this top-charting podcast series, entrepreneur Grace Beverley breaks away from the conventional business podcast rhetoric - immersing us in the extraordinary journeys of people from all walks of life who have achieved remarkable success in unique fields. From housing campaigners to investors and sex experts, no avenue is off limits. Each conversation brings new lessons and stories that will inspire you to consider what ‘success’ really means to you and how you can achieve it. Grace and her guests open up about the life lessons they wish they had known earlier, sharing insights from their entrepreneurial endeavours, offering advice on health and wellbeing, shedding light on pressing social issues, and being frank about the things that didn’t go quite right. Think of it as a school of life. You’ll come away from each episode with actionable advice to help you achieve balance, success, and fulfilment whether you’re working hard, or hardly working.
Episodes
A step-by-step guide to finding your dream life and actually making it happen with Simon SquibbJun 8, 20261:11:35I wanted to talk to Simon, because his whole thing isn’t really “quit your job and become a millionaire”, it’s much more about building a life that actually feels like yours and being honest about the fact that most people already know what they want, they’ve just convinced themselves they can’t have it.We had some really interesting debates around work, money, privilege, purpose and what actually
Your 3 step guide to stopping fear from holding you back in lifeJun 1, 202620:56This week, we are talking about something that I genuinely think is shaping our careers, our creativity, our relationships, and our confidence more than we realise, which is the fear of being cringe. I did a bonus episode on this over a year ago now and it got such a huge response, and since then I’ve come to genuinely think the main thing that holds most people back is not lack of talent, not lac
A guide to surviving your 20s and thriving in your 30s with Ashley JamesMay 25, 202651:58I was so excited to record with Ashley James, I've loved her videos for ages, and I knew we'd get on like a house on fire. We talk about shame, body image, speaking up, and how your relationship with yourself evolves over time. And I think if you’re in a phase where you’re questioning things a bit, you’re going through a big life change like me, or you’re trying to feel more confident, or just try
Having an alter ego is the key to confidence, here's how to create yours in 3 steps (the science)May 18, 202619:08An episode like old times: I found a theory, and became obsessed with it! So let's break down the science behind alter egos, why they actually work, and how to create one in a way that doesn’t feel weird and won’t mean you lose yourself. I hope you find it useful! +SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34+HEATHER ELKINGTON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com
How to build a future you actually want (with your best friend by your side) with Sophia & CinziaMay 11, 20261:02:32The queens are here! Sophia and Cinzia, are the hosts of The Girls Bathroom, founders of rooms, and they almost never do podcasts, so this one is a bit of a big deal. I hope you love it! And thank you to everyone who sent in their dilemmas for this episode. +SOPHIA & CINZIA rooms: https://www.fromrooms.com/The Girls Bathroom: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlsbathroom/ Sophia: https://www.inst
Breaking free from toxic fitness culture, and building a routine that works (with Sarah’s Day)May 4, 202655:51Right everyone, it’s time for a part two. Way back in 2023, Sarah Tilse, also known as Sarah’s Day came on the podcast, we had a super honest chat about the early online fitness industry, and how she looks at it retrospectively. So when I knew I was coming back to Australia, I knew we needed a proper catch up. And once again, it’s a big chat, with a lot covered! I hope you love it! +SARAH'S DAY Y
The exact advice that’s changed 25 million lives (Ep.200!!)Apr 27, 202655:46We've officially made it to EPISODE 200!! So I’ve gone back through the last 100 episodes since we last celebrated and pulled out some of the best advice we’ve ever had on this podcast, the moments that actually changed how I think, or approach my life. Going back through these conversations has been a bit of a reminder to myself as well of how much I’ve learnt just from sitting down and asking pe
Your guide to fixing your finances without life becoming boring with Two Broke ChicksApr 20, 20261:08:51I’m chatting to Sal and Al from Two Broke Chicks, and we’re talking about how to have a glow up your routine for the rest of this year. They’re experts on budgeting without scrimping, so we get into how to keep your “rich girl habits” even when you’re on a budget, payday routines, budgeting habits that actually work, the routines that actually change your life, and the small changes that make the
Kayla Itsines reveals all: selling for $400m, starting a new chapter & pregnancy after lossApr 13, 20261:24:41I genuinely think 18 year old me would be in complete disbelief that this episode exists.So for some context for anyone who hasn't been here for 10 years, Kayla Itsines is the reason I started this Instagram account at all, I literally had “Kayla” in my username because my page was dedicated to doing her guide. In a weird way, everything that came after that was a complete snowball effect into wha
Try this one thing every day to increase your baseline happinessApr 6, 202616:29If I told you there was one daily habit that could meaningfully increase your baseline happiness, support emotional regulation, and improve how your brain copes with stress over time, it would probably sound like an oversimplification. But hear me out, because this small bit of advice has changed my life. +SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34+DR TARA SWAR
Shameless meets Working Hard: the BTS of building a multi million dollar podcasting phenomenonMar 30, 20261:11:15We're kicking off our Aus series with the Shameless girls!! I'm so excited. Since starting their podcast as a side hustle back in 2018, Zara Mcdonald and Michelle Andrews have built Shameless Media into a podcast network that accounts for 10% of Australia’s podcast wealth, and was reported to be on track to make over 10 million AUD in Revenue in 2025. So if you want to turn your passion into a mil
What to do in the first 90 days of any job to change your career trajectory foreverMar 23, 202626:31If you’ve just started a new job, or you’re about to, stick with me for a second because this could completely change how your career plays out! I really hope you find this helpful! +SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34+STEFANIE SWORD WILLIAMS A huge thanks to Stef for contributing to this episode! You can find more about her and Fuck Being Humble here: F
How to stop your past dictating your future (& let go of your inner critic) with Chris AppletonMar 16, 202654:58Today’s episode is about reinvention, confidence, and creating a comeback, not the kind that looks good on the outside, but the kind that actually changes how you see yourself.I’m joined by Chris Appleton, celebrity hairstylist. He’s worked with some of the most famous and successful women in the world, like Kim Kardashian, JLo and Ariana Grande but behind all the glamour, he’s been on a much bigg
Want to stay informed without the news making you depressed? Here's how to build an information dietMar 9, 202620:06This is an episode I've been thinking about for a while! I've been asking: how do we stay informed about the world without feeling constantly overwhelmed, anxious, or like everything is about to fall apart?So this is an episode all about learning how to structure an information diet that actually leaves you informed and capable of action, rather than frozen by overwhelm. +SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HA
How to speak clearly and get rid of filler words for good with Susie AshfieldMar 2, 202652:26If you want people to take you more seriously without changing who you are, and you’re fed up of saying like every five seconds, this video is for you. Today we’re breaking down how to become a stronger communicator in everyday life and at work with the amazing Susie Ashfield.+ Susie Ashfield: Website: https://susieashfield.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/susieashfieldspeechcoach/ Book: https:/
Why your new year should start in March (My spring reset guide)Feb 23, 202615:28If you don’t feel like your year has got off to the best start, if January was a blur, and February disappeared, or you set goals that already feel slightly disconnected from your real life, this episode is for you, and it might be time for a spring reset! Here's my new year's planning episode if you want to catch up with that and give it another go: https://youtu.be/kHbdjlyMrVQ?si=vUxHc46Q8GoSuCY
How to live for yourself: A guide to decentering others and stop living for the male gazeFeb 16, 202619:10I’m really glad you’re here for this episode, because it’s a topic I’ve been wanting to unpack for a long time, not from a place of blame, but from a place of realism and agency. It's about how to center yourself and win in a world that's stacked against women. +SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34+FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wo
How to think clearly in the age of AI, anti-intellectualism, and doomscrolling with Shae OmonijoFeb 9, 20261:22:10We can’t avoid the AI conversation, and honestly, pretending it’s not happening is the worst possible strategy. So instead of speculating or panicking, I want to have a really open, frank chat about what it’s doing to our brains, and how we can control it.So I started looking for an expert who was actually thinking seriously about this space, not in a hypey way or a doom way, but in a thoughtful,
Why your glow up isn’t working (and how to actually do it) with Dr EwomaFeb 2, 20261:24:49You can do all the glowing up in the world, but here’s the thing, if you don’t actually trust yourself, none of it means anything.I’ve worked really hard on my self confidence and self assurance over the last few years, and honestly, it’s been way harder than I expected. Even now, there are days where if someone questioned me enough, I’d genuinely start doubting things I know are true. And that’s
Analogue life: why we're all craving it (and what dopamine menus have to do with it)Jan 29, 202612:07Today we’re going to get into why analogue habits feel so appealing right now, and how dopamine menus fit into that bigger picture, and what we can all do to embrace it in a way that actually feels realistic.+SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34+FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/workinghardpod/?hl=en-gbTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@
If you want to change your life this year, follow these 7 rulesJan 26, 202624:56I wanted to close off our new year reset series by giving you a step-by-step guide to actually feeling good this year, based on what’s been working in real life, not just on paper. So if your New Year plans went off the rails or you’re still in soft launch mode, give me 20 minutes of your time, I promise you won't regret it. +SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.co
You don't need to buy a new wardrobe to find your style, here's my formulaJan 19, 202622:39If you’ve ever stood in front of a full wardrobe and still felt like you had nothing to wear, let me tell you, you are not alone. I’m going to be really honest with you, I find deciding what to wear SO hard, not only do I never give myself enough time, but my neurodivergent brain makes it very difficult to visualise outfits beyond my go-to items, but at the same time I really want to be creat
How to build out your 2026 calendar to actually achieve your goalsJan 15, 202616:39Today we’re diving into how to actually manage your calendar for this year! It's a super detailed one where we're really getting into the weeds of how grace does it to make sure it is as efficient as possible, from my years of playing with Google calendar. + SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34+FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/workin
What you should actually be eating in 2026 to feel your best (a nutritionist's guide)Jan 12, 202656:39Today we’re back for another episode of our new year series, and we are doing a big fat new year reset with someone who makes nutrition simple instead of stressful!! Because too many of us get caught up in fad diets at this time of year and sometimes we all just need a good talking to by someone who knows their sh*t. GQ Jordan is a performance nutritionist who has built a huge online audience
Your ultimate personal finance reset for 2026 with Abi Foster (Budgeting, Investing, Saving + Systems)Jan 5, 20261:05:50Abi Foster is a finance expert who’s on a mission to help people actually understand their money and feel more confident with their finances. I always say I won’t shy away from money conversations on this podcast because as much as we don’t want to admit it, it is so important to all of our lives, and insanely still taboo for podcast with a primarily female audience. Today we talked about everythi
How to get out of a January slumpJan 2, 202614:55I hope you had a lovely Christmas and new year! Here's a little January pep talk and a run down of what the next month is going to look like in the Working Hard world. +SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34+FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/workinghardpod/?hl=en-gbTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@workinghardpodcast?lang=en+DILEMMA SUBMI
Your 2026 mindset glow up: how to remove self doubt and make this your most successful year yet with Dr Shadé ZahraiDec 29, 20251:20:18Dr. Shadé Zahrai is a behavioural researcher, and a leadership and confidence coach. She’s advised the world’s biggest companies and her work has had over 300 million views. I knew I wanted to get Shade on for so long, and there was only one day she was in the UK this year, and we’ve managed to make it happen, so if you’re heading into the new year feeling stuck, second-guessing yourself, or cravi
Experts on exactly how to improve your life in 2026 (mindset, career, diet & more)Dec 22, 202537:40It's the Working Hard Christmas party!! 🎄And what better present to end the year with a curation of absolutely everything you need to know to make next year your best year yet!And let me tell you I took this task seriously, I came up with key categories we most want to improve every year, and found the perfect clip for each of them, so you can make 2026 your best year yet.+EPISODES FEATURED:SAHIL
Plan with me for 2026: A step-by-step framework for actually effective goal settingDec 15, 202520:35Today’s episode is something that’s really become a tradition for us!! We're planning for 2026.Grab yourself a coffee, get your planner ready, and let's get into it.If you like the look of our TPM digital planner, the first 1000 listeners can use the code WORKINGHARD to get 40% off! (sorry I know I mentioned this at the beginning and forgot to tell you in the actual episode!)Here's the link: https
How to actually futureproof your career and get promoted with Vanessa KingoriDec 8, 20251:16:59I loved loved loved this recording! Today I am talking to Vanessa Kingori, one of the most respected leaders in British media. She has led huge brands, shaped culture, and built the most incredible, bucket list career. +VANESSA KINGORIIG: https://www.instagram.com/vanessakingori/?hl=en-gb +SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34+FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram:
How to rewire your brain in order to start making your dream life happen with neuroscientist Dr Tara SwartDec 1, 20251:07:29Today I’m speaking with Dr Tara Swart, a world renowned neuroscientist. She has a medical degree from Oxford, a PhD in Neuropharmacology from Kings College London, and she lectures at MIT’s business school. She’s the author of the bestselling book The Source, and her new book The Signs is all about your following your instinct. If you’re feeling off track with your goals or your motivation has dip
How can I break up with a friend? [your unfiltered dilemmas answered]Nov 27, 202518:06Today we’re doing a full bonus episode dedicated to going through your friendship dilemmas and having a big old chats about what works and what doesn’t.The catch-up friends episode I mentioned: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2t3hom9tw1TYmCalzFO2Si +SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34+FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/workinghardpod
This is how you build real friendships (as an adult)Nov 24, 202531:09This is a bit more of a chatty one than usual, but it's something I've been thinking about a lot over the past few weeks. Today I want to talk about how to build amazing friendships and what it really takes. It’s about building real, amazing friendships as an adult. Not the catch-up coffee once a quarter kind of friendship, but the ones that actually feel like a village. The ones where people show
Your money glow up guide: what to actually do every monthNov 17, 202520:47Today we are talking budgeting, saving, investing, debt, and mindset. Not in the usual “cut your iced latte and buy a house” way, but I wanted to tackle it in a way that actually feels achievable, empowering, and grounded in reality.Because whatever stage you’re at in your career journey, and whatever starting point you’ve come from, money stress can take over your life if you do not have a system
How to actually make the most of your twentiesNov 10, 202525:44Today’s solo episode is all about your twenties, the decade everyone loves to romanticise and panic about at the exact same time. We’re told “these are the best years of your life”. That this is the decade where you’re supposed to find your passion, find your people, figure yourself out, build your career, start investing, go to therapy, travel the world, and somehow also enjoy being young an
How to avoid the sunday scaries and build the ultimate reset routineNov 6, 202517:52Today we’re breaking down the Sunday reset routine, why it’s the easiest way to make your week feel smoother, and how a few small habits on Sunday can stop the Sunday scaries and help you wake up on Monday feeling calm and in control.SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34FOLLOW THE PODCAST Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workinghardpod/?hl=en-gb TikTok
How to find your own path and build a purpose-led dream with Sabrina Dhowre ElbaNov 3, 202557:21Sabrina is an entrepreneur, UN Goodwill Ambassador, and co-founder of S’ABLE Labs with her husband Idris Elba.What I love most about her story is how honest she was about the iterations of her career, and the big decisions that have led to where she's at today.And instead of forcing her future, she changed direction. Which sounds simple, but when you’ve built your whole identity around a plan, it’
How to Ask for What You Want (and Actually Get It) Without Feeling Like A BitchOct 27, 202516:17This week’s episode is for anyone who struggles to speak up the people who overthink every ask, soften every sentence, or apologise before they’ve even said anything.It unpacks why asking for what you want feels so uncomfortable (especially for women), the psychology behind it, and how to start doing it without guilt.+A huge thank you to the wonderful Terri Cole for speaking to me for this episode
The Best Advice I Got Before Our Wedding (And What I'd Do Differently)Oct 23, 202521:45On Monday I spoke to my wedding dress designer Kate Halfpenny on the podcast, and after we recorded I asked on the Working Hard Instagram if you had any other wedding Qs you wanted me to answer, and we had so many that I thought I’d spend a little bonus episode really rounding off the wedding content for anyone who’s getting married soon or maybe just anyone nosy who saw all the wedding content bu
Everything You Should Do Before You Find Your Dream Wedding Dress With Kate HalfpennyOct 20, 202546:07Today's guest is someone very special to me! The one and only Kate Halfpenny, who designed my wedding dresses.I wanted this episode to be a real insight into how Kate got to where she is, but also to answer all the questions for any engaged girlies out there!+SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34+FOLLOW THE PODCASTIG: https://www.instagram.com/workinghardp
Your Guide To Anti-Inflammatory Living With Sophie Richards (+ Egg Freezing & Endometriosis Chats)Oct 13, 20251:02:53Sophie & I covered a lot in this chat, so if you’ve ever wondered why you’re always bloated, whether egg freezing is really worth considering, or what diets like the AIP actually do for your body, this is the episode for you.+SOPHIE RICHARDSPre-order The Anti-Inflammatory 30 Day Reset: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/471349/the-anti-inflammatory-30-day-reset-by-richards-sophie/9780241770436 In
How to Build an Iconic Brand: Mindset Shifts & Strategy Lessons from Olamide OloweOct 6, 20251:04:48This is an episode for anyone who wants to build incredible businesses. I dive into how Olamide built Topicals from scratch, what it was like raising millions as a young Black founder, her bold move to acquire cult haircare brand Bread, and her best advice for anyone dreaming of following in her footsteps.+OLAMIDE OLOWEIG: https://www.instagram.com/olamideaolowe/?hl=en Forbes: https://www.forbes.c
Why everyone is talking about their Winter Arc and how i'm doing itOct 2, 202519:16Today we’re unpacking what the winter arc actually is, why it’s taken over, and how we can make it work for us without feeling like we’ve failed if were not suddenly new people by next year!Here's the TikTok I was talking about to do with using your phone in the morning: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZNdGgwPaU/ +SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34+FOLLOW THE POD
Why You're Addicted To Starting But Never FinishingSep 29, 202518:11From side hustles to workout plans to the endless new Notion boards, we all chase the high of beginning something fresh, then abandon it when the shine wears off. And it turns out that’s not a personality flaw, it’s neuroscience.So in this episode, I’m breaking down dopamine loops, the studies that explain them, and the tricks you can use to finally become someone who actually finishes what they s
The Sophie Tea Story: How To Turn Your Passion Into A Phenomenon By Not Playing It SafeSep 22, 202557:32Today’s guest is someone I’ve wanted to have on for so long, Sophie Tea. If you’ve been anywhere near Instagram or TikTok in the last few years, you’ll know Sophie’s bold and colourful art, which she’s shared with her millions of followers and sells out around the world. What I love most about Sophie is that she didn’t take the safe path. She didn’t go to art school, she was snubbed by the ar
The 5 Habits That The Most Successful Women ShareSep 15, 202513:26I have had the honour of interviewing so many incredible successful women on this podcast and when you sit opposite top performers week in week out, not only are you humbled, but the habits that they all share become pretty obvious. So, this week I sat down and wrote them all out, and tried to find as many examples and studies to back them up, so we can all learn as much as possible from them! So,
How To Rebalance Your Hormones With Professor Annice MukherjeeSep 8, 20251:00:32Today’s episode is one I’m really excited about, because we’re talking women’s health again, and more specifically hormones. Whether it’s energy, sleep, mood, metabolism, fertility, or how we age, hormones impact everything, yet I personally barely understand them beyond our GCSE biology.Joining me today is Professor Annice Mukherjee. Annice is a consultant physician, endocrinologist, and professo
The Relationship & Love Advice You Need To Hear From The ExpertsSep 1, 202528:18I've been through the archives and pick out the best advice we’ve had from the amazing relationship experts I’ve had on over the years.From sexologists, to relationship coaches, to girls who have just been through some SHIT and shared it on the pod, we’re going to get into it all to hopefully create a guide if you’re feeling a little lost when it comes to love, or you’re just in need of some advic
How My Fiancé Pulled Off My Surprise Proposal, With My Agent Lauren! [The Wedding Rewind]Aug 25, 202543:31I got married this week so I went digging in the archives and found the episode we recorded with my agent just after my engagement! It's the story of how she helped my fiancée pull off the biggest surprise of my life, at my dream location. I hope you love it!! +This episode is sponsored by Adobe Express - you can check it out for free here: https://adobe.chrd.ly/ExpressGracePodcast+SIGN UP TO THE
Why going ‘exclusive’ doesn’t work, and other dating rules to live byAug 20, 202525:14I speak about my attitude to dating so much with my friends, but I never really speak about it on here, so i thought we could get into that today because as i’m getting closer to my actual wedding (wtf) i feel like i’ve been thinking a lot about what I’ve learnt about dating and to be quite frank, I’ve seen some terrifying takes online recently and I’m just not here for that!! + SIGN UP TO THE WOR
How to Build the Relationship You’ve Always Wanted With Matthew HusseyAug 18, 20251:01:57Matthew Hussey is the world’s leading dating coach. His YouTube channel has over 4 million subscribers and his advice has been viewed over 1.5 billion times online. He has coached celebrities, CEOs, and he’s always on The Today Show and in The New York Times. So it’s safe to say, he knows his stuff.I met Matthew in LA earlier this year and knew I wanted him on the podcast, so the moment he touched
You're Not Being Consistent Because You're Burnt Out... Here's What To Do About ItAug 11, 202513:26I wasn’t sure whether to do a solo episode on burnout, because honestly, it felt a bit embarrassing to admit. I’m not scared to say publicly that I tie a lot of my self worth to my achievement and productivity, and I always thought I should be able to manage my own life and workload without talking about the fact that I’ve made some big mistakes and very much been in the depths of it before.But af
The one thing I do every year on 8th August that's changed my lifeAug 7, 202516:00A bit of a different one, but this week is August 8th, and I'd love for you to try this exercise because it's truly changed my lifeHere's the link to the John Amaechi episode I clipped during this ep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yp5omd2s6Yo+SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34+FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/workinghardpod/?hl=e
How To Stop Sabotaging Yourself And Burning Out With Dr Julie SmithAug 4, 20251:02:06Dr. Julie Smith is a bestselling author, NHS-trained psychologist, and one of the most trusted mental health voices on the internet. Her videos on mindset, anxiety, and emotional resilience have reached millions across TikTok, YouTube and Instagram, helping people feel seen, supported, and actually equipped to make a change.Today’s episode is basically your mindset boot camp, if you’ve been f
The Four Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started My BusinessJul 28, 202519:40Today’s episode is a bit of a different one. I asked what episodes you’d like me to touch on, and I got so many requests to do one on tips for early-stage business owners. It’s been on my ‘episodes to record’ list for months now, and today, we’re finally sitting down and doing it.I think if we truly exhausted the list of mistakes I’ve made and what I’ve learnt from we would actually be here for da
My journey this year with PCOS, inflammation & weight lossJul 24, 202543:33Trigger warning: I discuss fertility testing and weight loss in this episode, so please avoid this episode if those topics are triggering for youOn Monday we did an episode with the amazing Hazel Wallace all about PCOS and gynae health. It was an education, and I’m so thankful to Hazel for helping me create a resource for everyone who wants to know more about it as a condition and all the latest r
The Ultimate Guide to PCOS: Reversing Your Symptoms, Diet Changes & Medication with Dr Hazel WallaceJul 21, 20251:06:18In today’s episode, we’re digging into a topic that impacts millions of women, but still isn’t widely understood: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or PCOS. It’s a personal one for me, as I’ve had PCOS for over a decade now, and whenever I search for information about the condition, I’m faced with reddit threads rather than professional advice, because so little research is done into PCOS and conditions l
Emma Grede: How To Stop Playing Small and Start Making Sh*t HappenJul 14, 20251:05:24When I started this podcast, I wrote a list of my dream guests. It was almost like a podcast vision board. And today’s guest, was the first name I wrote down. Emma Grede is the Co-founder of Good American, founding partner of SKIMS, and Chairwoman of the Fifteen Percent Pledge.Emma has built some of the world’s most talked about brands, with the world’s most talked about people, and she’s not just
Why You Shouldn't Always Trust Your Gut InstinctJul 10, 202517:29Today’s bonus episode is all about the heart vs head dilemma, how do you know when to trust your gut and when to step back and stick to the facts?It’s a theme that came up in our Monday episode with Adrienne Adhami, I’ve got so many messages in the few days since it has gone live and then as I was doing some further reading off the back of these messages, I came across an article that took my thou
How To Design Your Life One Powerful Decision at a Time with Adrienne AdhamiJul 7, 202554:22In this episode, we’re talking about how to make life-changing decisions that are right for you, in a world where we’re faced with endless choice, people pleasing & thousands of opinions.As always, I’m being joined by an expert. Adrienne Adhami is a wellness coach who has written an entire book on the subject of making decisions that matter. So if you’re unsure about the future, you struggle t
Ozempic, UPFs & The Problem With Diet Shortcuts with Rhiannon LambertJun 30, 20251:09:32Most of us grew up surrounded by a whirlwind of food rules. From diet culture telling us to cut carbs and count every calorie, to wellness trends convincing us that only green juices and almond flour are the path to health,it's no wonder we now feel totally disconnected from how to actually nourish our bodies.So much of nutrition advice is either unscientific, over-simplified, or just plain wrong.
Catch up friends: Why has the substance fallen out of our friendships?Jun 26, 202523:51Today is another bonus episode, and this week it’s another chat about an article that really got me thinking, so we’re diving deep into friendships!You can read the article by Anya Meyerowitz: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/friendships-strain-adulthood-b2579942.html +MY LINKS: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/+RETROGRADE, SHREDDY, TALA and THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD are my own businesses, ther
"I lost my sense of smell": Jo Malone CBE on The Secret To Building (& Re-Building) Your DreamsJun 23, 202556:11Jo Malone CBE has long been high up on my dream guests list for this podcast. Not only because she's built two incredible global brands but she's also faced more than your average person's challenges along the way (to say the least). From losing her sense of smell after battling aggressive breast cancer, to the continuing complexity of separating herself from the brand that still carries her name,
The Reality Of Sexism in 2025 And What We Can Do About It With Laura BatesJun 16, 20251:00:23This episode is everything you need for when a man tries to tell you that sexism no longer exists. We really into the reality modern misogyny, including the rise of incel culture, the influence of algorithms, and the stats you need to have on hand. Laura Bates is a writer, activist, and the founder of the Everyday Sexism Project, a platform that started as a simple space to collect people’s e
How To Get Over The Fear Of Trying When Everyone Is Watching [Bonus Episode]Jun 11, 202510:53So I feel like we all know that feeling when you watch someone launch a business, or start posting vlogs, or announce their new side hustle, and whilst most of you is like WELL DONE a small part of you is like: “Oof… that’s brave.” It’s that feeling that I want to get into today. That tiny little cringe feeling we get, is basically our own fear of being seen trying. And today, I want to have
Why Your Uniqueness Is The Key To Your Success With Made by Mitchell (+ His Million Dollar TikTok Shop Playbook)Jun 9, 20251:03:52SPONSORUse my code LOOPXGRACE for 20% off: https://bit.ly/43i5CLx +THIS EPISODEStarting out as a self-taught makeup artist sharing his looks from his bedroom in Manchester, Mitchell Halliday has grown into one of the most exciting names in beauty today, all before the age of 25.Not only has he built a global following of millions, but he’s also achieved something so difficult, creating a
How To Stop Coasting and Start Living With Discipline With Represent's George HeatonJun 2, 20251:09:10Just before I left LA, I managed to have a chat with George Heaton, the founder of Represent & 247. We spoke 4 years ago now when the podcast was just starting out, and when Represent was really beginning to take off. Now it's a 9 figure business. George is one of the most disciplined people I know, so this episode is a real boost of motivation & hard work. +GEORGE HEATONRepresent: ht
Sir Richard Branson: What We've All Got Wrong About 'Doing Less Better' [Bonus]May 29, 202526:22I can’t tell you how many times I’ve sat down to record this podcast and been told to “do less better”, that focusing on one thing is the only route to success in a career, whilst knowing that it’s no secret that I love pursuing new things. And for months I’ve been thinking about an episode on exactly that. So when I had the chance to have half an hour with Richard in the Virgin offices, I thought
Fearne Cotton: Why You’re Tying Your Self Worth To Your Job & How To Stop ItMay 26, 20251:09:16SPONSORUse my code LOOPXGRACE for 20% off: https://bit.ly/43i5CLx+TODAY'S EPISODEToday’s guest is someone whose voice has accompanied so many of us through the highs and lows of life, through our teens, and now our careers. I’m speaking to broadcaster, author, and Happy Place founder, Fearne Cotton.From landing her first presenting job at 15 to blowing up and being on every TV screen, Fearne’s car
[Exclusive] Sarah Ashcroft Reveals The Real Reason Why SLA ClosedMay 18, 20251:10:24Today’s guest is someone you may remember from one of our most listened-to episodes of last year—Sarah Ashcroft. Sarah is one of the original fashion creators in the UK, and in our last episode, she took us through her journey turning her online presence into the fashion powerhouse that was SLA The Label.But since then, a lot has changed.In Feburary this year, Sarah announced that SLA was cl
[Bonus Ep] Your Phone Is Why You Don’t Feel SexyMay 15, 202522:51Bonus Episode Number 3 is another article I absolutely LOVED reading, Your Phone Is Why You Don't Feel Sexy by Catherine Shannon, you can read it here: https://catherineshannon.substack.com/p/your-phone-is-why-you-dont-feel-sexyLet me know what you think of this new format and the article, send us DMs at @workinghardpod, or comment on spotify! +DILEMMA SUBMISSIONIf you'd like to submit any dilemma
Ep. 138 Why Do We People Please & What Can We Do About It? (The Science)May 12, 202513:45It's deep dive episode time again!In this episode, we’ll break down the psychology of people-pleasing, why it happens, what science says about it, and—most importantly— I’m speaking to the amazing psychotherapist Emma Reed Turrell, all about how to manage your people pleasing traits & stop holding yourself back.I hope you love it!In this episode I recommended our episode with Maya Raichoora, i
Ep. 137 Adam Mosseri: What The Head of Instagram Really Thinks About Growth Hacks, Algorithms and CreationMay 5, 202548:20This week I sat down with the Head of Instagram & Threads, Adam Mosseri (no biggie).It was a pretty personal one for me, as I've been on this app since right at the beginning, every update, every logo, every new feature, and I even remember the moment 15 second videos came along, it felt like a whole new world.So many of us use Instagram every single day, whether that's to build a business, cr
[Bonus Ep] How Are We Meant To Pick The Right Life Partner?May 1, 202525:43Our second bonus episode is here! In this one, we're getting into an article I read recently and LOVED. Tim Urban's take on how to find the right life partner. As I said in the episode, let me know what you think of this new format! I want it to be our space for discussing article recommendations, diving into things that have happened that week, answering dilemmas, unpacking responses to episodes.
Ep. 136 As A Woman, What & How Should I Be Eating?: Smart Snacking, Gut Health & Actually Useful Nutrition Advice with Professor Sarah BerryApr 28, 20251:12:05This is an expert episode absolutely packed with gold on what & when we should be eating. My guest is Professor Sarah Berry, a world-leading expert in nutritional science, Professor at King’s College London, the Chief Scientist at ZOE and the lead nutritional scientist on the PREDICT program, the world’s largest in-depth nutritional research programme. With over 20 years of research under her
Ep. 135 Why Your Procrastination Stems From A Fear Of Success & How To Fix ItApr 21, 202517:18Our first solo episode of the new era! In this episode I want to get into why procrastination isn’t really about laziness. It’s a deeply ingrained behavior with psychological roots, and avoiding it is a skill you can learn & practice.A huge thank you to Professor Fuschia Sirois for speaking to me as part of my research for this episode. Fuschia is working on an anti-procrastination tool called
[Bonus Ep] Is There A 'Right Way' To Do Your 20s?Apr 17, 202525:44Our first ever bonus episode! In this one, I'm answering your dilemmas on how to survive (and even potentially thrive) in your 20s. I hope you love it!As I said in the episode, let me know what you think of this new format! I want it to be our space for discussing article recommendations, diving into things that have happened that week, answering dilemmas, unpacking responses to episodes. I want t
Ep. 134 How To Trust Your Judgement & Learn To Say No With House of CB's Conna WalkerApr 14, 20251:16:37We're back!! And we've had a little spruce up.Before I get into this description, first agenda point is: follow @workinghardpod on Instagram! We're here: https://www.instagram.com/workinghardpod/As part of this relaunch I wanted to create a space for everyone who listens and watches our podcast that is super inspiring & brings value to your feed. We’ve got lots of exciting plans, including a h
Ep. 133 Why Our 20s Are So Confusing And Guide On How To Tackle Them With Jemma Sbeg [From The Archives]Apr 7, 20251:11:13I hope you’re having a great week so far. We’re currently on a little podcast break at Working Hard, Hardly Working whilst we work on something hugely exciting which is coming very soon and I focus on opening the first ever TALA store which I still cannot believe is happening! But you know I would never leave you without inspiring content on a monday morning! So I’ve picked my absolute favourite e
Ep. 132 A Guide Working with AI & Killing It In Corporate With Google UK Chief Debbie Weinstein [From The Archives]Mar 31, 20251:05:09I hope you’re having a great week so far. We’re currently on a little podcast break at Working Hard, Hardly Working whilst we work on something hugely exciting which is coming very soon and I focus on opening the first ever TALA store which I still cannot believe is happening! But you know I would never leave you without inspiring content on a monday morning! So I’ve picked my absolute favourite e