Beyond The Bio

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short, recaps, I’ll be picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. In this week’s episode I chatted to Jeni Smith from NetKno about networking goals for 2024. She gave some great insights into networking trends that we can look forward to seeing this year. She also shared so...

Have you set networking goals? In this episode, Jeni Smith is back to share more of her nifty networking tips. Jeni is THE guru of networking and with it being the start of the New Year, we’ve been chatting about networking aims, especially with that recharged 2024 motivation. We discuss changing trends in networking, achieving your networking aims, why it’s important to put yourself out there, an...

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short, recaps, I’ll be picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. In this episode we heard Martin & Lyndsay from Jammy Digital chatting about writing their first book together. I found some of their techniques super useful and no matter where you are on your book journe...

In this episode of Beyond the Bio I’m talking to Martin and Lyndsay from Jammy Digital about their best-selling book; Content Fortress. Martin and Lyndsay, business partners (and a married couple), co-wrote their book during the lockdown. When it came to selling their book, they did some pretty nifty stuff, such as pre-selling copies before they had even completed the draft. Some way to motivate y...

Happy New Year! I hope you’ve had a wonderful festive period, and what better way to start the year than to set out some personal goals? In this episode, I go through some ideas of how to raise your profile in 2024. We’ll cover the best ways to become visible within your industry and set achievable goals for the year ahead. Let's make 2024 your most visible year yet! Take the profile quiz I refer...

Have you ever thought about becoming a non-executive director? But don’t know the ins-and-outs of what it entails? In this episode, Peter Neal is here to give you all the information you need on obtaining a non-exec role. We speak about what a non-executive director is, the responsibilities involved, how much they get paid and where to find these opportunities. Peter is a Business Founder, Non-Exe...

In this episode of Beyond the Bio, I’m joined by Lisa Johnson. We delve into her business journey to date, the benefits that raising her profile has brought, as well as how she’s handled some of the negatives. We’ll be talking books, podcasts, social media, online vs in-person events, and much more. Lisa is a Global Business Strategist and best-selling author who makes 90% of her money through pas...

Have you ever thought about starting a podcast, but don’t know where on Earth to begin?   Our very own Podcast and Marketing Executive, Lottie Steele, is here to help you with all the basics you need to start recording.   In this episode, we start at the very beginning of podcasts. We’ll look at how to record, how to distribute, how to launch and much more. It’s not as scary as you think, the hard...

Raising your profile within your industry can do amazing things for your career and business. But sometimes it can seem like a daunting task.    In this episode, I’m debunking some of the myths that people think about raising your profile. Getting people known is the life and blood of what we do at Moja, so I’ve got a pretty good sense of it all!    If you’re wanting to know how to raise your prof...

Do you want to elevate your speaking game and become a confident, superstar-speaker on the stage? Well, this is EXACTLY where you need to be.   For this episode, there was no one better to speak to than the Queen Bee herself; Dani Wallace. Dani has survived the adversity of domestic violence, homelessness and single parenthood to become a leading voice in empowerment and has quickly become one of...

PR: we have all heard of it, but what does it really mean? How is it different to advertising? And how can SMEs use it to get noticed in the right places? In this episode I catch up with our very own PR Manager here at Moja: Aoife Forbes. Aoife has worked in all types of Public Relations for over 20 years and is a dab hand at leaving the lingo aside and simply getting results. Aoife guides us thro...

Winning awards gives you credibility and helps take your business and brand to the next level, but do you know how to craft award-winning entries? In this episode I am joined by Susan Routledge, award-winning beauty & aesthetic clinic owner, leading industry speaker, author and member of numerous beauty industry steering groups and judging panels. When it comes to awards, Susan really knows he...

Have you thought about planning for a crisis that may damage your brand or business’ reputation? In this episode, I chat to Jonathan Hemus, founder of crisis management consultancy Insignia. He works with leaders of businesses around the world to ensure they do and say the right things under the intense pressure of a crisis. Jonathan is a trusted media commentator on breaking crises for media incl...

Do you have something you could share with other people that you think would benefit their lives in some way? Have you ever thought of writing it in a book? In this episode of Beyond the Bio, Vicki Wusche talks about the books she has written, how she promoted them and the opportunities that arose since publishing them. Vicki’s background is in helping people understand how money works and giving...

We’re all about podcasting here...if you hadn’t already guessed. But there’s much more to a podcast than just the recording. This week the fabulous Jason Graystone is back for another episode of Beyond the Bio and discussing the best ways to hype your podcast up. With his own ‘Always Free’ podcast dominating the charts, Jason is certainly the go-to podcasting master. Join me as I ask Jason the que...

Have you ever thought about adding speaking to your repertoire? That’s exactly what Camilla Collins did, and she loves it. In this episode of Beyond the Bio, Camilla shares her journey into public speaking. From speaking over Zoom during the pandemic, to keynoting in rooms of 200+ people, Camilla knows what it takes to truly captivate your audience. A beauty agency owner, author, and confidence an...

Have you heard of the prestigious Elite Business 100? Curious about the details, application process and most importantly, what’s in it for you? Join me as I chat with Scott English, Brand Director at CEMG, to discuss all things EB100. Designed to shine a light on the crème de la crème of UK SMEs, we discover the application requirements and the serious multitude of benefits associated with nabbin...

Sustainability: we’ve all heard about it. But what does this really mean to us, and how can this impact our personal brand? In this episode I catch up with Tamma Carel, senior environmental consultant and founder of Imvelo. As a specialist in the field, Tamma provides key insights and experience regarding personal identities and how our audiences are shifting to an eco-friendly focus. Join us as w...

Your dream feature might be a Vogue front cover or stealing the headlines on BBC news, but this episode of Beyond the Bio will convince you not to underestimate the power of local press. Join me, Sophie Milliken, as I chat to Cassie Moyse, magazine publisher, board director, and marketing and brand expert, all about how to leverage local press. As the co-owner and director of Portfolio North, a pr...

YouTube is the second largest search engine in the world. Is that not enough to convince you that you and your business need to have a presence there? In this episode of Beyond the Bio, we're talking all things YouTube with currency trader and investor Jason Graystone. Jason has successfully built and run multi-million-pound businesses both digitally and in the service sector. With over 130K YouTu...

Not all television appearances are like X Factor: you don’t have to embarrass yourself, or share a sob story for a chance to get your face on the telly. In this episode of Beyond the Bio, I’m chatting with Emma Fielding, a property investor and developer who was a finalist on Sky's ‘The Property Graduate’. Emma shares her journey from applicant to candidate to finalist, and the steps she took to p...

Getting involved in TEDx allows you to join an international community which is spreading ideas and curating conversations. On this episode of Beyond the Bio, join me, as I talk TEDx with Michaela Reaney, co-founder at Opportunity Global and organiser of TEDx TeessideWomen. As a TEDx organiser, Michaela has so much valuable information for anyone who has a curiosity about TED and TEDx. In this epi...

Authoring a book is a powerful way to reach new audiences and share your expertise. Everyone I know who has written a book experiences Book Magic, where crazy things happen once the book is out there and this episode is the perfect illustration of that. On this episode of Beyond the Bio, join me as I chat to bestselling author Marina Pearson. Marina is an Embodied Love Guide for women who are read...

Business awards are divisive. Some awards have a bad rap. It takes time to craft an entry. They’re not a priority amongst the million other things you must do. All these things can leave you wondering – are awards really worth it? On this episode of Beyond the Bio, join me, Sophie Milliken, as I convince you why awards are mint. I talk the good, the bad, and the ugly of awards, giving you the whol...

If you’re setting out to raise your profile, networking isn’t optional. On this episode of Beyond the Bio, I’m joined by networking expert Jeni Smith to uncover the benefits of networking for raising your profile. With over 16 years’ experience in networking strategy, and currently completing a PhD exploring networking in greater detail, Jeni knows her stuff. Despite hiding in the toilets at the f...