Reputation Wrecked

This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Holly Hinton, website and SEO expert, and owner of Web Goddess, a development company specialising in websites for service-based brands. We take it right back to the start of Holly’s career, from working for others and specialising in IT training, to running her own successful business and leading a team of four. In this episode, Holly shares open and hone...

This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Usman Shah, founder of the Abzorbed Group of Companies, an incredible entrepreneur who has successfully navigated the complexities of running multiple businesses with passion, determination and hard work   From launching an events company that’s brought him into contact with inspiring people from all walks of life, to running a cybersecurity business, Usma...

This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Chelsea Spencer, Managing Director of Big Reputation and a Chartered Marketer with a story you won’t want to miss. Chelsea never set out to be a business owner, but two years on from founding Big Reputation, she’s built an agency that is trusted by many businesses across the UK. In this episode, she reflects on the journey so far, from the Taylor Swift lyr...

This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Jenna Goodwin, a passionate storyteller, photographer, and the powerhouse behind The Staffordshire Signal. Jenna’s love for storytelling runs deep, from capturing powerful moments behind the lens to uncovering the often-overlooked narratives of her local community. Now, she’s channelling that passion into launching The Staffordshire Signal, a nonprofit med...

This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Judith Rafferty, a copywriting specialist with a passion for turning words into powerful stories. Judith’s love for writing began with her English degree, but her career started in sales. Over time, she combined her sales expertise with her talent for storytelling, moving from in-house roles to agency life, and now thriving as a self-employed copywriter wo...

We’re joined by Sam Wilcox, founder of Purpose Comms.   From studying English in London to covering court cases as a journalist, being headhunted by a women’s magazine, and eventually moving into branded content, Sam’s journey is full of unexpected twists.   After 15 years at the same company, a redundancy gave her the space to reflect and launch her own purpose-led agency. She chats with Chelsea...

This week on WRECKED, we’re joined by Emily Smith and Grace Arrowsmith, the brilliant co-founders of Narrative Social. As the minds behind a growing social media marketing agency, they’ve built something impressive from the ground up while still juggling university and life as young business owners.   In this episode, Emily and Grace get real about what it takes to launch and run a business in the...

This week on WRECKED, we’re thrilled to welcome Rachel White, the founder of Studio White Marketing and an industry powerhouse. Rachel’s journey has been one of determination, vision, and an unwavering commitment to her craft. From her early career days to becoming a Chartered Marketer, she’s not only built an impressive resume but also carved out a thriving business in the competitive world of ma...

This week on WRECKED, we’re thrilled to have Nina Oliver, founder of Allegro Business Services, as our guest. Nina shares her expertise on building a business that truly supports your lifestyle, not the other way around. From streamlining workflows to mastering the art of organisation, Nina offers valuable tips that can transform the way you approach your daily operations. We also dive into Nina’s...

This week on Reputation Wrecked, we’re excited to welcome Caroline Canty, the driving force behind Craft Coaching. Caroline’s expertise in coaching and personal development has helped countless individuals and businesses unlock their true potential. She’s not just about setting goals, she’s about making meaningful, lasting change through powerful conversations, practical strategies, and a deep und...

This week on Reputation Wrecked, we’re thrilled to be joined by Rachael Gent, founder of Gent Law, as her firm celebrates its fifth anniversary. Over the past five years, Rachael’s journey has been nothing short of inspiring. From taking the leap into starting her own business to navigating the challenges of building a trusted brand in the competitive conveyancing world, Rachael’s story is a testa...

This week on Wrecked, we sit down with Molly Gould , founder of the marketing agency Effable , to hear about her rollercoaster ride to building her dream business. Molly opens up about the big mistakes that taught her even bigger lessons—like dating a client (yep, she went there) and losing £3,000 just as she started up. From walking away from a stable job in the middle of the COVID madness to the...

This week, we had the pleasure of chatting with Sarah Thomas-Gordon , the Marketing Manager for Stoke-on-Trent City Centre BID. Before joining the BID, Sarah honed her marketing expertise as a Social Media and PR Executive at Alton Towers, giving her a wealth of experience from the corporate world. We explored how her time in a high-profile corporate environment shaped her approach to marketing, a...

Join us for a special edition 2025 goal setting session with Vanessa Fuller from Premier Tax Solutions and newly launched CollabHERate. Forget New Years resolutions and this year focus on setting goals that you actually want to achieve. Vanessa takes us through her tried and tested goal setting system.

Oh how the tables have turned! Join guest host, Emma Smith, as she returns to put none other than our MD and regular host, Chelsea Spencer, in the hot seat. Chelsea has worked in sales and marketing for the past 9 years and in 2024 launched her own agency, Big Reputation . This episode will share more of her story and uncover just how a 28 year old finds themselves running a business that's achiev...

Matt Thomas is founder of Coached By Mattie - an online health and fitness coaching service. After leaving education, Matt didn't know what he wanted to do - so he went travelling, fell into the trap of hedonism and lived his best life. However the lifestyle took its toll on his health and Matt decided to revert back to his former love - sports and fitness - to sort himself out. First becoming a P...

Gerard Boon is the founder of Boon Brokers , known as 'The Free Online Mortgage Broker'.    After studying Business at the University of Leeds, Gerard created Boon Brokers, offering independent financial advice with whole of market access to help clients find the best deals.    What really sets Boon Brokers apart is they're Fee Free, so they don't charge their clients a broker fee - a contentious...

Join us and our guest Roxanne Garside who is CEO of a business with possibly one of the best names ever... Fix My Legals (FML). 

Claire Gilbert is the Founder and Owner of Staffordshire based cleaning company Crystal Klean.    In less than 4 years Claire has grown the business from just herself, to over 30 members of staff. They provide cleaning services to both the commercial and domestic markets in Staffordshire and South Cheshire.     

Gemma Bloor  is Marketing Manager at Valentine Clays, a clay manufacturing company based in the heart of the potteries.  With an abundance of marketing and business experience, Gemma shares her insights into how to leverage technology, consumer behaviour and people skills to get business results.    Starting with a dead man in a canal and a cupboard at the back of a dodgy office - her career has b...

Join us and our guest Christine Porter, who has worked in both operations and HR in the public and private sectors.  Christine is the definition of an accidental leader and manager. Moving into HR because it was Monday - Friday, 9-5 but going on to have an incredible career. She's managed directly and indirectly well over 1000 people. Her greatest passion is creating great cultures and setting tea...

Join us and our guest Paul Morton , who has a great deal of experience in the corporate world. Working his way up from Business development manager through to being a Managing Director - then onto Regional Director. Now Paul has a portfolio career where he predominantly works as an Executive Coach in his own leadership training company.

Join us and our guest Vanessa Fuller who co-owns Premier Tax Solutions, started in 2014. Fast forward 9 years and they have 8 staff and signed up over 500 clients. Now Vanessa also has her own coaching business called Coaching By Vanessa aimed at helping small business owners escape the hamster wheel and live the life they want to lead.

Join us and our guest Emma Smith who has over 25 years of Marketing and PR experience and runs her own agency, Future Public Relations, where she works with some of the UK's biggest companies.