Beyond The Bio

This week, I am joined by business strategist, coach, mentor, Ted X speaker and author Kayleigh Greenacre. We get stuck into how Kayleigh supports female entrepreneurs in building, growing and scaling their dream businesses by becoming an ICONIC leader in their industry. We also discuss our experiences of running businesses whilst being solo mums, and why putting yourself out there can help turn y...

This week, I am joined by Business Mentor and Exit Strategy specialist Laurie Stirling. She has over 20 years’ experience as an entrepreneur, CFO, and COO in the creative and technology industries We discuss Laurie’s techniques for helping founders step away from full-time involvement in their business – whilst making sure it retains its spark. We also cover the importance of delegation and trusti...

This week, I am joined by founder of Manchester-based marketing agency co&co, Jordan Stachini. Jordan calls herself the “ROI obsessed, Guinness loving, least fluffy marketer you’ve ever met”, and we dive into how that image has helped her to win work and build industry connections. We also discuss the differences between developing a brand for a person compared with creating one for a company,...

This week, we are celebrating a very special anniversary episode of Beyond the Bio. Moja Account Manager Max turns the tables, and interviews me to mark episode 100. We reflect on some of my favourite moments and episodes from the back catalogue, and discuss what I have learnt from hosting the show. Stay tuned to hear my advice for others looking to start their own show, as well as what I look for...

This week, I am joined by business strategist, performance marketing expert, and founder of The Growth Guys, Paul Fernandez. He shares how LinkedIn is his best friend for business development, and gives top tips on getting the most out of networking opportunities – even when you are the speaker! Paul is also the author of the upcoming book “The Performance Code”, which explores how to perform with...

This week, I am joined by business strategist and (former…) Guinness World Record-holding podcaster Matt Hall. Matt built a personal brand around a loyal audience on social media and his podcast, which has propelled him to TV appearances, up the Apple Podcast charts, and helped him set up his own events business. Let’s get stuck in… ... Connect with Matt: https://www.instagram.com/matthallofficial...

This week, I am joined for an audio and video episode with our resident Moja podcast expert Lottie Steele. Lottie has been getting the lowdown on all things to do with the future of podcasting at the Podcast Show in London. She shares her reflections on where the industry is right now, and what we can expect to see going forward. Stay tuned to hear all things to do with video podcasting and how to...

This week I am joined by Caroline Goyder, a voice teacher and communication expert who has helped over 20,000 people to speak with greater confidence, influence and authority over a 20-year career. She shares how she came to give a Ted Talk that has been viewed over 10 MILLION times, and why she credits writing a book with unlocking doors and opportunities. Tune in for advice on how to land public...

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday, I spoke to Tatiana Ashborn, an actress, presenter, writer and host of the Dirty Talk podcast which has amassed over 100m views since its launch. She’s been hailed as culturally groundbreaking for her ab...

Something a little bit different for you this week. I’m talking to Tatiana Ashborn, an actress, presenter, writer and host of the Dirty Talk podcast which has amassed over 100m views since its launch. She’s been hailed as culturally groundbreaking for her ability to talk candidly and break the taboo about sex, seeing her recently shortlisted for the Sex & Relationships Creator of The Year Awar...

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday, I shared how having a clear idea of where you want to go and how you want to get there sounds obvious, but you’d be surprised how many people don’t do this – often out of a fear of failure. You don’t ha...

This week, I am coming to you from sunny Los Angeles and chatting all about achieving goals by showing intent and ambition. Having a clear idea of where you want to go and how you want to get there sounds obvious, but you’d be surprised how many people don’t do this – often out of a fear of failure. You don’t have to be into any funky manifestation rituals (unless that’s your thing), but visualisi...

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday, I shared how events can be a perfect place to promote your brand to a whole room full of your industry peers or potential clients or collaborators. I covered advice on everything from what you should sa...

Have you ever been asked to appear on a panel? These events can be a perfect place to promote your brand to a whole room full of your industry peers or potential clients or collaborators. I’ve got you covered for advice on everything from what you should say, why you should get to know your fellow panelists beforehand, and even how you should dress. Let's get stuck in… ... Connect with Sophie: Lin...

THE RECAP - Take Action: Putting Pen to Paper Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. Having written three books myself, I know how beneficial being an author can be. It’s developed my personal brand, boosted my reputation and even won me work. As well...

Have you got that nagging feeling at the back of your mind that you want to be a published author? In this episode, I’ll share everything you need to know to make that happen. Having written three books myself, I know how beneficial being an author can be. It’s developed my personal brand, boosted my reputation and even won me work. As well as telling you about all the benefits of writing your boo...

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s show I was joined by Rob Moore; entrepreneur, author, speaker, and unapologetic voice behind “Rob’s Rants.” At 25, Rob was £50,000 in consumer debt. Less than five years later, he built a multimillion-...

Can your critics actually fuel your success? In this episode, I’m joined by Rob Moore - entrepreneur, author, speaker, and unapologetic voice. Rob shares how he‘s turned adversity, debt, and even criticism into the driving force behind his powerhouse personal brand. At 25, Rob was £50,000 in consumer debt. Less than five years later, he’d built a multimillion-pound empire starting with property, t...

Welcome to this week's Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I'm picking out my key takeaway from Monday's show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. Monday's show was a solo episode all about LinkedIn newsletters and how they can boost your profile. After recently returning from the Social Media Marketing World Conference in San Diego, one of the discussions t...

What are the benefits of LinkedIn newsletters? I’ve recently come back from the Social Media Marketing World Conference in San Diego where I attended loads of awesome talks and discussions. One of the talks mentioned the benefits of having a LinkedIn newsletter, and I was so excited to try it out and start one, I wrote it in the airport on the way home. And the results have been amazing! Tune in t...

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s show, I was joined by Kerrie Finch. Kerrie is a global communications expert specialising in creative innovation and emerging technology. She is a speaker, stage host and panel moderator for some of th...

Is speaking on a stage one of your profile-raising goals? Speaking is a brilliant way to share your knowledge and be seen as a figure of authority in your industry, but how do you bag those big gigs? Kerrie Finch joins me in this episode to share her tips on how to secure a spot on the stage. Kerrie is a global communications expert specialising in creative innovation and emerging technology. She...

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s show, I was joined by Dan Kelsall. Dan is a freelance marketing and advertising creative. He founded and exited an agency called Offended, and has worked with brands such as Ladbrokes, Coral, and KFC....

What’ the most outrageous thing you’ve ever posted on social media? Odds are, it’s not as outrageous as anything posted by Dan Kelsall! Dan is a freelance marketing and advertising creative. He founded and exited an agency called Offended, and has worked with brands such as Ladbrokes, Coral, and KFC. Now, he helps small businesses grow brands from scratch and gets their name at the forefront of th...

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s show I was joined by Aaron Knightley is a self-educated entrepreneur business owner, podcast host, Amazon author, event host, speaker, content creator and family man. Having rapidly grown his social me...