Mind Your Business With Sara & Helen
Mind Your Business is a podcast for small business owners who love what they do but want someone to talk it through with. Hosted by sisters and entrepreneurs Sara Davies and Helen Goddard, it brings honest, practical and relatable conversations about the everyday realities of business ownership. The mission is to make entrepreneurs feel less alone, more understood and better equipped to grow, creating a community where small business owners can connect, share and thrive together.
Episodes
How To Sell Your Business With Style & Get Noticed: Sara & Helen Have The Answers
In our our latest Q&A, Isobel wants to know what to consider when redesigning the signage for her independent shoe shop, Kathryn is worrying about raising prices for the dog-walking company she's taking over, and Heather wonders how to market her bridal service when she doesn't get (many!) repeat customers. Sara & Helen's advice is excellent not just for these three lovely ladies, but for
Be More Boring! Why The Unsexy Side Of Business Really Matters
Cashflow, software plugins, warehouse management systems and stock & sales reports may not sound sexy to the average entrepreneur, but Sara and Helen are here to assure you that the boring stuff is the foundation of any successful business. Giving the nitty-gritty due care and attention is non-negotiable, and provides your operation with the best opportunity to flourish, grow and realise its f
Head Versus Heart & Other Dilemmas: Sara & Helen Answer YOUR Questions
Entrepreneurial agony aunts Sara & Helen answer questions from Jenn, Ali, Rosemary. Jennie is weighing up a head versus heart dilemma when it comes to finding a venue for her new performing arts business, Abi is wondering if it's a mentor she needs or something else, and Rosemary is suffering a crisis of confidence as she struggles to reach customers post-pandemic. If you need the gals' help e
A Family Affair: The Highs & Lows Of Running A Business With Your Nearest & Dearest
Simon, Matt, Mam and Dad are all people you're familiar with if you're a regular listener to the podcast. You'll also know how central the husbands and parents are to Sara and Helen's business lives. In this episode, the gals provide a warts and all exploration of what it entails to work with a partner or relative. (Both do, and pretty much always have, in case you aren't aware!) From bringing dom
How To Create A Buzz About Your Business & Share It With The World: Sara & Helen Answer YOUR Questions
It's a momentous day for our entrepreneurial agony aunts, as Sara and Helen receive their first ever voice note. It's from Becky, and it's about the merits of setting up a company versus remaining a sole trader. We also receive a question from Lance about promoting his new invention, and advise Gemma on setting up a newsletter - which, take Sara's word for it, is something every business needs to
Good Morning, Mr Magpie! How To Tell A Shiny Opportunity From A Costly Distraction
Every entrepreneur has a running list of brilliant ideas, half-started ventures, and products that will change the world. But how do you identify which ones actually deserve your time? The girls offer practical advice about how to separate a genuine opportunity from potential disaster, build a business strategy that acts as a filter, and create a culture where the best ideas get a proper chance to
Motivation, Moving Roles & Mentoring - Sara & Helen Answer YOUR Questions
In our weekly therapy session, Sara and Helen deal with listener queries about how to keep going in the workplace, making the right move after a change of professional circumstances, and what it takes to be a mentor. We also appoint a Japanese ambassador without approval (cheers, Levan), and get a rude - if not terrifying - interruption from the gals' dad, Frank.Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook Com
Sell The Sizzle, Not The Sausage! How To Market Dreams, Not Just Reality
The girls are back from a family holiday, and - in addition to sharing poolside antics - can't resist deconstructing their trip from a business perspective. What do you expect? It's in their bones! When it comes buying a package holiday or, indeed, a sausage, there are no shortage of options for the consumer. So how do you differentiate yourself from the competition, especially if you're not as ch
From Building Trust To Being A Busy Fool: Sara & Helen Answer Your Questions
As has become the norm in our weekly Q&A, everyone's favourite entrepreneurial agony aunts, Sara and Helen, field queries from our wonderful community with the help of ... our wonderful community! So it is that Jo, Julie and Ali receive advice and ideas on how to build trust in a new product, broaden a client-base and avoid being a busy fool. If you want help with your business, email hello@my
Stick Or Twist - When Is The Right Time To Grow?
Risk it all, be hyper-conservative, or position yourself somewhere in between? Growth is sexy, as Sara feely admits, but not necessarily the right way to develop your business. The girls reflect upon the merits of pushing on or holding back when it comes to expansion. And there are merits to both, depending on your circumstances. Plenty to consider, including whether it's an ambition you even want
Pricing, Franchising & Manufacturing - Sara & Helen Answer Questions With YOUR Help!
Michelle, Jojo & Savannah have queries - with Michelle getting bespoke advice from our Facebook community. Superb advice from the gals, as ever. We'd love your questions, so email us at hello@mybpod.com. Sara also promises you information on franchising, so if you're keen to get involved, here are one or two places to start ...RightbizFranchise Direct UK Which FranchiseDaltons Business Useful
The Till Doesn't Ring By Magic! Achievable Strategies To Rocket Sales
Helen describes this as one of the biggest lessons she's learnt in business: if you want to make even a single sale, you have to bend your back. She and Sara have tales to tell as to where they've got it wrong on this front, and plenty practical advice so you can avoid making the same mistakes. Uncle Matt offers words of wisdom on AI, Helen reveals a weekly win regarding her bank account, and Sara
Celebrity Service Special With Geoff Ramm: Inspirational Advice On How To Supercharge Your Business For FREE!
This man is a GENIUS, and you need to hear what he has to say about the power of celebrity service for your small business. In fact, you need to hear what he has to say if you want to be a better human. Geoff is flown around the world and paid big bucks to share his razor-sharp insights into how to make your customers love your offering and themselves. (Spoiler: these two things are not mutually e
Sales On A Shoestring: Maximise A Measly Marketing Budget To Boost Your Bottom Line
From state-of-the-art software, special offers and social-media-savvy to canny collaborations, email marketing and good-old-fashioned ear-bending, Sara and Helen share tips on how to sell your company and secure a competitive edge with limited financial resources. Uncle Matt makes a surprise appearance to explain the pros and cons of AI, while it's the turn of Mam Sue to provide our weekly words o
Mam Guilt, Leaving A Career To Start A Business & Not Being Paid: Sara & Helen Answer Your Questions
We take questions from listeners Ruth, Linda and Ben about judged entrepreneurial mothers, the pros and cons of leaving secure employment to start a new business, and what to do if you're not being paid for services rendered. Sara and Helen are here to help every Thursday, so email your questions to hello@mybpod.com.Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: hello@mybpod.com Hosted o
Shy Bairns Get Nowt! If You Don't Ask In Business, You Don't Get
In these most testing of economic times, it's imperative you take the initiative when it comes to boosting your margins. Sara and Helen offer practical advice about how to get something for nothing from suppliers, clients and customers - in turn improving your bottom line. Uncle Matt also makes his debut on the pod with words of wisdom about growth.Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagra
Handling The Haters, Hiring Managers & Housing A Business: Sara & Helen Answer Your Questions
We have questions from CroCreate, Carrie and Tracy about online trolls, when it's right to promote staff to a management role, and the pros and cons of finding a permanent home for a mobile business. Email your questions to hello@mybpod.comUseful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: hello@mybpod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Comparison Is The Thief Of Joy: Focus On Yourself, Not The Competition
It's easy to be distracted by your competitors, but never forget you are where you are because you had a great idea and the drive and dedication to realise it. Sara and Helen evaluate the merits of assessing what your rivals are up to - and potentially doing better - against the fundamental need to concentrate on your business's core strengths. We also hear from their mam, who has some extremely w
Existential Crisis, Expansion & Exports: Sara & Helen Answer Your Questions
We answer queries from Fiona, Abby & Wooden You Love about falling out of love with your business, how to go about hiring staff when it feels time to grow the business, and the merits of shipping to America in the current climate. Our entrepreneurial agony aunts are here to help you, so email hello@mybpod.com ...Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: hello@mybpod.com Hosted o
Get Cultured! Why Your Business Environment Is Key To Lasting Success
From timekeeping to tea rounds and toilet breaks, the standards you set in the workplace can make or break your business. Sara and Helen lay down the laws to help you create a positive culture in the office, which will ensure both you and your staff are happier and more productive. Meanwhile, Sara's incessant bragging about her VIP treatment on flights (eventually) proves to be a valuable lesson f
Staffing Strife, Stunted Growth & Seeking Investment: Sara & Helen Answer Your Questions
Entrepreneurial agony aunts Sara and Helen answer your questions about dealing with underperforming staff (who are friendly and loyal), invigorating a stagnating business and attracting investors (if that's even a good idea).Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: hello@mybpod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get Knocked Down, Get Up Again! Turn Your Failures Into Success
From costly mistakes and missed opportunities to lessons learnt, fresh motivation and building resilience, Sara and Helen explore why failure is so often part of the road to success. We discuss some of our biggest business setbacks, what they taught us, and why a failure in your business should never be mistaken as a failure in yourself.Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: hell
All By Myself (Don't Wanna Be)! The Loneliness Of A Small Business Owner
From making big decisions alone to keeping a brave face on when the pressure is mounting, this episode tackles one of the most overlooked parts of business: loneliness. We discuss why entrepreneurship can feel so isolating, why Helen’s experience of it helped inspire this podcast, and how connection and community can make all the difference.Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail:
Protecting Your Brand, Marketing On A Shoestring & Managing Cashflow: Sara & Helen Answer Your Questions
In the first of our weekly Q&A sessions, Sara & Helen answer your questions about protecting your brand, marketing a business with next-to-no budget, and managing cashflow. If you want advice from entrepreneurial agony aunts, email hello@mybpod.com.Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramUseful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: hello@mybpod.com Hosted on Acast. Se
Jack Of All Trades, Master Of Burnout: Wearing Multiple Hats In Business
Sara and Helen tackle the reality of wearing too many hats in business. From costly mistakes and energy-draining jobs to outsourcing, hiring and learning to trust other people, they explore why doing everything yourself can hold your business back. It’s an honest chat about letting go, playing to your strengths and recognising when being a jack of all trades is doing more harm than good. &nbs
Back Yourself, Pet! How To Wing It With Confidence
We’re kicking off Mind Your Business by tackling one of the biggest challenges in business: confidence. From imposter syndrome and self-doubt to handling criticism, backing your ideas and learning to trust yourself, Sara and Helen share honest experiences and practical advice for anyone who’s ever questioned whether they’re good enough. It’s a relatable first conversation for small business owners
Mind Your Business is Coming!
Welcome to Mind Your Business, a brand new podcast hosted by sisters Sara Davies and Helen Goddard - with honest, practical and down-to-earth conversations for small business owners and entrepreneurs.Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: hello@mybpod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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