A Funny Thing Called Business

In this episode Darren, Kate & Pete (with special guest Nikki from Alt Marketing) answer some more of your questions. If you want to get a question in, email us on questions@funnythingpod.com Can you keep a secret? A group of business owners with decades of collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer cha...

Join Darren, Kate & Pete (with very special guest Nikki Hubbins) to talk through all things Linkedin!  - What has been their most embarrassing moment on LinkedIn?  - Does it really work as a way of generating business?  - What has Kate got against the NHS? (Not serious - Kate LOVES the NHS!)   Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts sh...

In this episode of A Funny Thing Called Business, join Pete, Darren, Kate, and special guest Jenny Procter from Bondfield Marketing for a lively Q&A session where they tackle your burning business questions. This month, they dive into the realities of client relationships, business pivots, and the all-too-common habit of comparing yourself to others in the industry.      They discuss:    - How to...

In this episode of A Funny Thing Called Business, join Pete, Darren, Kate, and special guest Jenny Procter, a marketing consultant, as they dive into the art of selling without feeling salesy. The group shares their personal experiences and insights on how to approach sales with authenticity and relationship-building at the forefront.    They discuss:   - The discomfort of traditional sales tactic...

Welcome to "Funny You Should Ask", the Q&A episode of the A Funny Thing Called Business podcast with Kate, Darren & Pete.   Vanessa from Floral Jazz is back for this Q&A where the gang answer questions about invoices, saying 'No' - and scoffing!   Remember, if you would like to ask a question, you can email questions@afunnythingpod.co.uk Can you keep a secret? A group of business owners with decad...

In this episode of A Funny Thing Called Business, join Kate, Darren, Pete, and special guest Vanessa from Floral Jazz as they tackle the often overlooked yet essential topic of systems and processes in business. The group dives deep into the nitty-gritty of how organization can transform chaos into clarity, sharing their own experiences and the systems they've come to rely on.   They discuss:   -...

Welcome to the first of our NEW Q&A Episodes "Funny You Should Ask..."! Darren, Kate, Pete & guest business owner Anita go through your questions. Anything to do with being a business owner - the group will almost always have an answer! Get your questions in at - questions@funnythingpodcast.com  Follow the podcast on:  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/  Facebook:  htt...

In this lively episode, Darren, Kate, and Pete are joined by guest Anita Ellis, a talented copywriter from Lexicomm. Together, they dive into a thought-provoking discussion about what they would do differently if they could start their businesses from scratch. With over 30 years of collective experience, they share personal anecdotes and insights that highlight the challenges and triumphs of entre...

In this heartfelt episode, Clare, Darren, Kate, and Pete gather to discuss Clare's big decision to take a sabbatical, marking a significant moment in her journey as a business owner. With over 50 years of collective experience, they delve into the motivations behind her choice and explore the steps necessary for taking a break from the hustle of entrepreneurship. They discuss:   - What prompted Cl...

In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete wish you a Happy New 2026 - and ask whether or not, as a business owner, it's truly a time for clean slates, renewal and change? So, we discuss:  - Do we treat January 1st (or whenever you're back at your desk) as a fresh start?  - Should we be making any plans at all?  - When should you "ditch" something?  - Why is AI nothinbg more than a Ponzi scheme (a...

In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete enter the world of the woo-woo and discuss the idea, as a business ownder, of asking The Universe for different things within your business journey. In this episode, they discuss:  - Is Talking To The Universe for everybody?  - What does the process look like?  - What does Kate mean by 'twanging'? As always, there's plenty of laughs and smiles along the w...

In this episode, Clare, Darren, Kate, and Pete dive into the art of developing a team that loves your business nearly as much as you do. With over 50 years of collective experience, they share their insights on the challenges and joys of team dynamics. They discuss:  - The importance of mentoring and supporting your team's career paths.  - How to create a culture that nurtures creativity and value...

In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about growth; about taking your business to 'the next level' - which means something different to all of us They discuss:  - What are the indicators that you are ready for growth?  - Can you be a risk averse business owner and still grow?  - What's this about Pete's equipment?!?   As always, there are plenty of laughs and smiles along the way!   Can...

In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about what to do during the tough times in your business. They discuss:  - Why it's important to have faith  - Why you should look at your pricing during the lean times - but not in the way you think!  - What is a Broccoli Business Buffer?   Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share t...

IN this episode Clare and the gang talk about Working From Home.  It's something that became the norm for many of us back in 2020 - but a combination of home and office working has become the new working space for more and more people. So - what's the deal with Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete - how are they working? They also discuss:  - The challenges with working from home - and how to deal with some...

In this episode Claire, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about the process of finding, connecting with and bringing onboard your perfect clients.   We cover:  - How do we seek out our ideal clients?  - What are some of the red flags that shows us that this isn't an ideal client?  - Is it possible to turn a less than ideal client into an IDEAL client?   All with plenty of laughs and smiles along the way!  ...

In this episode, Clare, Darren, Kate, and Pete dive into the transformative turning points that have propelled their businesses forward. From networking to business coaching, they share personal stories and insights that reveal how these pivotal moments have shaped their entrepreneurial journeys. Also - people get involved as they were on LinkedIn Live whilst recording this episode!  They discuss:...

In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about the concept of Overpromising and Overdelivering within your business. During the conversation, they cover:  - Why Overpromising and Overdelivering can be different for different clients  - How you can train yourself out of Overpromising and Overdelivering  - Is Overpromising and Overdelivering really a curse? As always, there's laughs, smiles a...

In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about what differentiate's them from their competition - and how you go about finding that out for yourself. We discuss:  - The importance of finding YOUR difference in your business  - How being the cheapest or the biggest isn't necessarily the best way forward  - And why Kate wants to do a Naked Podcast!   As always, there's plenty of laughs and sm...

In this episode Clare, Kate, Darren & Pete talk about whether or not there is such a thing as a good work / life balance.   They discuss:  - Is 'work / life balance' a worn-out phrase?  - Should all the barriers put around your work life, rather than your personal life?  - What is in Kate's Murky Soup?   As always, plenty of smiles and laughs across the way :0)   Can you keep a secret? Four busine...

IN this episode Clare, Darren, Kate and Pete talk about how to keep produtive and effricient when you're running your business:   They discuss:  - The challnges of being productive when your the sole worker in your company  - Is there a better part of the day for productivity?  - What constitutes 'a produtive day'?  - What aspect of efficiency drive Kate bonkers?   As always, there are plenty of l...

On this episode, Clare, Kate, Darren & Pete welcome Paul Faulkner, co-founder of Element 45 to the podcast. Paul discusses his journey to his current role - and how it worked with him leaving the corporate life behind and starting his own business in his 40's. Of course, there's plenty of laughs and smiles along the way!   Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective e...

On this episode of the podcast Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about what is the right time to discount your prices and do deals with potential customers. They discuss:  - Should you have something like 'mates rates'?  - Can a discount be damaging in the long term?  - What's got Pete all riled up? As always, there are plenty of laughs and smiles along the way!   Can you keep a secret? Four busines...

In this episode Clate - along with Darren, Kate & Pete - talk about falling in and out of love with your business. This episode was recorded in the middle of November 2024, so we find out just how the four business owners are feeling about their own businesses in this quite turbulent time. They cover:  - How do you cope when you're not feeling positive about the business?  - Why owning a business...

In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about Exiting Your Business - not that any of tjem are on the verge of quitting! They discuss whether or not you should have an exit plan in place when you  start your business; what is the biggest challenge in creating an exit plan - and which one of the group is read to take up Shark Wrestling!   Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with ove...