Becoming BOSS

Send us a text In this episode, I guide you through the maze of business models. Have you discovered your passion and are eager to transform it into a viable business? That's fantastic! But remember, identifying your passion is just the beginning. The next critical step is deciding on your business model - your strategy for converting passion into profit. I delve deep into 5 of the main busin...

Send us a text What’s it like when you actually leave your job, leave the employee world for the last time and become an entrepreneur?  In this episode, share three mistakes a lot of aspiring entrepreneurs make in the first few weeks after leaving their job, and how to make sure that you are prepared and ready for when you make your escape and start building your business full time. Get comfortabl...

Send us a text The nirvana for anyone wanting to leave the employee world to build a business -  is to do it quickly and smoothly and to have as little disruption in income as possible. But often they choose the wrong path and then feel even more stressed or unhappy because it is just not getting them anywhere.  In this episode, I’m sharing the 4 routes you can take out of your day job to become a...

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If you want to escape your job and become your own boss, you are going to have to find the rule breaker within.  In this episode, I’m sharing 3 mental shifts that need to be made for anyone wanting to break some rules to escape the traditional career path.  And also give you some quick and impactful tips to get you started. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate & review the...

Send us a text When I first started listening to business podcasts back when I was dreaming about being my own boss, there was one thing that all the business gurus talked about the most. They said it was THE most important thing to have to attract potential customers and help them to get to know, like and trust you.  I was sceptical at first but soon realised they were right.  If you are thinking...

Send us a text You need to have people in your life that GET you. But not only that, you need people that will motivate and push you to succeed. I’ve talked about finding your tribe before but, in this episode, I’m taking you a layer deeper. I’m sharing with you the 5 people you need to surround yourself with in order to be successful in your transition from employee to becoming your own boss.  So...

Send us a text I know what it’s like. You have all the intentions of getting yourself out of the career that is just not working for you, but time and time again you procrastinate. Something else always comes up that is more urgent or at least seems to be.  Then weeks months and years slip by and you still haven’t made any progress towards your exit plan, and you are even more unhappy in your care...

Send us a text A year ago this week I packed up and moved my life from the UK to live here in the French countryside. At the time it was a big decision and also the fulfilment of one of the biggest daydreams I used to have in my corporate job.  So what’s it been like? Has it lived up to my expectations? Do I have any regrets?  In this episode, I answer all these questions, and more, and share what...

Send us a text If you could have a superpower what would it be? Do you want to fly or have super strength or be able to turn water into ice? I got thinking about superpowers because you do need a few when you are trying to juggle a day job and follow your dreams to start a business that will allow you to have the lifestyle you deserve.  So, in this episode I’m sharing the top 5 superpowers I think...

Send us a text Have you heard about the latest trend in the work world? It's called "quiet quitting" - doing just enough to meet your employment contract without going above and beyond. It's like playing hard to get, but with your job. I’m sharing my thoughts on this topic because I have to tell you it’s really been bugging me. I'll tell you the ONLY time when "quiet...

Send us a text Many people think that they don’t have a passion, but I don’t believe them! Because it’s often not easy to see because either it’s such a part of your make-up it’s invisible to you or because it’s been crushed under the foot of the 9 to 5 grind.  In this episode, I’m talking about the easiest and most fun way that you can discover your passion (if you don’t know it already).  Are yo...

Send us a text What if I told you that there is one hour in the day that, if you focus on it,  treat it with respect and follow some simple guidelines, can be the key to your success in life? Sounds great right!? In this episode, I’m talking about when that ‘golden hour’ is and how you can make the most of it.  If you are time-poor and what to know where in the day to focus your mind, then this is...

Send us a text Are you tired of being stuck in the slow lane? Want to speed up your journey to what you really want in life but keep getting bogged down in decision paralysis? I know what it’s like. You try everything to reach your dream goal but life keeps getting in the way and you find yourself zig-zagging your way forward wishing you could have a straighter path to your ideal life.  Well, stra...

Send us a text Are you planning on starting a business or side hustle this year? Then you need to attract the right people to you now, so they are ready to buy when you are ready to sell. It's time to get serious about your content game! But how do you know which channel to go for?  In this episode, I’m going to introduce you to the content creation world and explore why having a content chan...

Send us a text Are you unhappy, undervalued or bored at work?  Do you feel like the road you are on in your job is going nowhere? What are the signs telling you?  In this episode, I’m diving into the 7 toxic signs that it’s time to ditch that day job and pursue your passion. Are you ready to stop hiding from the evidence that’s right in front of you and start doing something about it? SHOW NOTES:...

Send us a text When starting a business, it can be easy to get held up in deciding what to call it. But don't let the process stress you out!  In this episode, I'll take you through the five simple steps that will help you choose a name that you know 'in your gut' is right for your business.  Whether you're looking to name your side hustle, are planning your escape from th...

Send us a text Is there anything that you do every new year to mark the transition from the previous year? Do you have any traditions or rituals that you never miss because of superstition or habit?  Well, I have something that I make sure to do every year and I think it could be something that would benefit you too! So in this episode, I’m sharing exactly what that is, why it’s important and how...

Send us a text Are you ready to make this year your best yet? I’m exploring the benefits of choosing a single word to focus on instead of setting traditional New Year's resolutions. Why a word? It allows you to laser-focus your intentions and create a clear path towards personal growth. It's like a guiding star for your year, helping you make decisions and stay on track. Don't miss...

Send us a text How are you feeling about this year? When you look back is it one you want to remember or forget? What worked out for you, what have you learned? Perhaps you feel like forgetting all about it and keep facing forward into the new year. But that would be a mistake because how can you make next year even better than ever if you have a load of regrets you haven’t processed? Even if it w...

Send us a text Let’s face it unless you are spending a lot of money or have managed to find something really special and meaningful as a gift for your loved ones, whatever you give will be forgotten pretty quickly! Not because your loved ones are not appreciative, but because it’s hard to get something that they need or really want or don’t already have. In this episode, I’m sharing what I think i...

Send us a text Confession time!  If you are a regular listener, you may have noticed that a new episode has not been dropped in your library for a few weeks.  I’d like to say it was planned but it wasn’t! In this episode, I’m sharing all about what I’ve been up to and also talking about how what I experienced is relevant to you when you face setbacks in your 9 to 5 escape journey.  If you have bee...

Send us a text Learning how to master your mind and keep it on track is THE most important thing when you are planning a big change in your life. You can have all the ideas, talent and skills in the world,  but if you don't believe in yourself and have the tools to keep you resilient and focused on the end goal, you are far less likely to succeed So, I’m sharing what I go back to time and tim...

Send us a text I can spend hours listening to podcasts! I think it’s because I just love soaking up information and learning from others who have walked the walk ahead of me. And as it’s audio only, you can listen to them any time, meaning they can flex around your life, no matter how busy you are.  So this time I’m sharing 5 of my favourite podcasts that I listen to every week. All of them are gr...

Send us a text If you want to make your move from your 9 to 5 to pursue your passion strategically and with planning, so that you keep the risk low (as I always teach)  you will need to give yourself some time to set yourself up for success.  This is why I like to break the time it takes into seasons. With each season having a different focus and tasks to action. By looking at it this way you know...