A Fresh Perspective on Business

Marginal Gains: How Small Changes Create Big Business Growth What if the secret to growing your business wasn't one big idea, but hundreds of small improvements? In this episode, Laura, Managing Director & Co-Founder of Fresh Perspective & Tom, Senior Talent Seeker and Assistant Team Lead explore the concept of marginal gains and how making consistent 1% improvements can have a huge i...

Donate Here - https://www.trybooking.com/uk/EYYC  In this episode, we’re taking you behind the scenes of The Freshies – our not-for-profit awards that shines a spotlight on incredible local businesses, individuals, and communities, while raising vital funds for local charities. Vicky, Operations Manager at Fresh Perspective Resourcing, is joined by Rach, Marketing Executive, who plays a key role i...

Most companies think creating a great place to work comes down to perks, incentives and the occasional team day… but what if it’s actually much simpler than that?  In this episode, Vicky sit's down with Mick Dugdale, Managing Director at Trident Utilities, to talk all things culture, people and what it really takes to build a workplace where employees genuinely thrive. From authentic leadersh...

This one is a little different. This one is for us. Fresh Perspective Resourcing is officially 10 years old and we're celebrating the only way we know how: by turning the mic on ourselves. In this special birthday episode, Vicky sits down with Laura to reflect on a decade of doing recruitment differently. From the very first day to the high street office in Chorley, from the doubters to the a...

Sex, boundaries, and business - three words you don't often see together. But what if they're more connected than you think? At Fresh Perspective Resourcing, we've always been about doing things differently - including the conversations we're willing to have both inside and outside of the office. And this week, we're going there. In this episode we're exploring what y...

#256 - The Psychology Behind Habits, Motivation & Wellbeing at Work If you’ve ever struggled to stick to healthy habits, felt frustrated with motivation, or wondered why some changes just don’t last, this conversation will be the one to give you answers... Vicky is joined by Heather Lilley, a health psychology expert whose journey has taken her from personal training to nutrition coaching, and...

Authenticity might just be your biggest career advantage but it’s often overlooked. In this episode, Laura Leyland, Managing Director and Co-Founder of Fresh Perspective Resourcing chats with Michelle Harness, Managing Director at JMG Insurance Brokers, who shares how she progressed from a part-time role to regional leadership without ever chasing job titles or promotions. Instead, her journey was...

If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly busy but not actually moving your business forward, this episode is one you won’t want to miss. In this episode, Vicky, Manager at Fresh Perspective Resourcing, is joined by Kylie Jones, founder of Advantage Virtual Agency. After launching her business ten years ago following a challenging period balancing work and family life, Kylie now helps business ow...

Forget what you think you know about marketing and personal branding. Hosted by Laura Leyland from Fresh Perspective Resourcing, this episode explores what it really takes to stand out in industries that feel tired, traditional, or stuck in their ways. Joined by guest Francesca McClory, owner of Future Cloud Accounting, the conversation dives into how authenticity, honest storytelling, and a willi...

What you eat doesn’t just impact how you look or feel, it shapes how you think, perform, and show up every single day both at work and home!  In this episode, Vicky is joined by Liam Agnew, certified Sport and Performance Nutritionist and experienced personal trainer, to cut through the noise around nutrition and performance.  Together, they explore what really matters when it comes to fuelling yo...

If you’ve ever wondered whether marketing should sit inside your business, felt disconnected from outsourced marketing, or been curious about how recruitment and marketing can work hand-in-hand to drive results, this episode is for you! This week Vicky, Manager at Fresh Perspective Resourcing is joined by Rachael Watts, Senior Talent Seeker and in-house marketing lead. They're diving into wha...

In this episode, Laura is joined by Sarah Arthur, CEO of HAPPA, for a powerful conversation about leadership, purpose, and the unexpected ways horses can teach us how to run better businesses.  From starting out as a horse groomer to leading a national horse rescue charity, Sarah shares how working closely with horses has shaped her approach to leadership, highlighting the importance of trust, sel...

Imposter syndrome can affect anyone, regardless of job title, experience, or success. In this episode, Vicky from Fresh Perspective is joined by Leanne Cooper to explore how women can overcome self-doubt and progress their careers with confidence They discuss why imposter syndrome is so common in the workplace, how it shows up in leadership roles, and why relying on your work to speak for itself c...

In this episode of the Fresh Perspective on Business Podcast, Laura sits down with Ashley Costello; Psychotherapist, Author, TEDx Speaker, and Founder of The Resilient Kid to explore the true meaning of resilience and how it develops in both children and adults. Together, they unpack the emotional and behavioural foundations of resilience, the importance of boundaries, and the practical tools peop...

We’ve got a brilliant episode for you today, especially for anyone growing a business, building a strong company culture, managing remote teams or wondering how to keep people connected when they aren’t all in the same place. In this episode of Fresh Perspective On Business, Vicky Taylor, Manager at Fresh Perspective Resourcing, is joined by Ben Hanley, Co-Founder of Three&Six, a digital marke...

We’ve got a fantastic episode lined up for you today, especially if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by numbers, struggled to make sense of your finances, or wondered how businesses can make smarter decisions when it comes to money. In this episode of Fresh Perspective On Business, Laura, Co-Founder & Managing Director at Fresh Perspective Resourcing, is joined by Stacie Batterham, Founder of Flou...

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or struggling to switch off after work? You’re not alone and this episode is for you. In this week’s Fresh Perspective on Business Podcast, Laura is joined by Cheryle Britton, Founder of the award-winning YOLO Wellbeing. After more than 20 years in marketing, a life-changing trip to Sri Lanka inspired Cheryle to take a bold new path, creating a business dedicated to...

In this episode of Fresh Perspective On Business, Vicky is joined by Dave Liggins, Head of Procurement & Business Initiatives at Serconnect Ltd, for a brilliant conversation all about the power of people and relationships in business. Dave brings a wealth of experience in procurement, leadership, and team development, and together they explore how building trusted relationships with teams, cli...

Christmas might be the season of mince pies, mulled wine, and festive chaos but it’s also one of the most important times of the year to think about recruitment!  In this episode, Vicky sits down with Emily Leyland, co-founder of Fresh Perspective Resourcing to explore why businesses should never hit pause on hiring over the holidays.  Together they chat about why candidates still look for new opp...

We’ve got a brilliant episode lined up for you today!  Especially if you’ve ever been curious about the world of sales, what makes it tick, and why it sometimes gets such a bad reputation. Joining Laura, MD at Fresh Perspective Resourcing is Steve Sorah, Sales & Marketing Director at Trident Utilities, who brings over 20 years of experience in the utilities sector, working across both consulta...

In this episode of the Fresh Perspective on Business podcast, we’re diving into the world of health and wellbeing and how it impacts not just your personal life, but your work, your business, and your team!  Joining Vicky is Emily Sealey, who spent 18 years working in banking before making the bold move to follow her passion and retrain as a personal trainer over 8 years ago.  Now part of the YOLO...

Marketing has changed a lot over the past 20 years, from the early days of SEO to today’s AI-driven landscape and businesses everywhere are trying to keep up. But what does this evolution really mean, and how can you use AI without losing the all-important human touch? In this episode, Laura is joined by Tom Smith from Complete, a digital agency with two decades of experience helping businesses lo...

Vicky is joined by the unstoppable Tony Greenwood to tackle a surprisingly common issue in business… a total lack of sales goals! Yep, some people are winging it without any targets at all. In this episode, they dive into: When to bring in sales support (spoiler: probably sooner than you think) What really holds businesses back from growing How to set meaningful sales targets and goals that actual...

When is the right time to bring in a Marketing Director? In this episode, Vicky is joined by the brilliant Tracy Heatley – Chartered Marketer, award-winning AI and marketing strategist, and the force behind Better Marketing. Together, they explore the moment many business owners face: when DIY marketing just isn’t enough and it’s time for strategic leadership – whether that’s in-house or outsource...

In this episode of the Fresh Perspective on Business podcast, we’re joined by the brilliant Jenny Cook - someone who’s passionate about challenging the status quo in HR, recruitment, and the wider world of work. We kick things off with a well-deserved congratulations, as Jenny recently won the 2025 Freshies Shining Star Award - the only award that’s decided by the Fresh team themselves. She shares...