Can we have it all?

I don't think there's anyone out there that hasn't experienced imposter syndrome at some point in their life. I know I have, many a time... and I still do! But I'm much more equipped now to deal with it and you can be too! In today's episode I talk through some tips, including cognitive reframing to help you tackle imposter syndrome, when it rears its ugly head. There is an accompanying blog post...

Having closed the doors for good to Community Inspire Collaborate (my old membership community), in today's episode I reflect on the important lessons learned from running and growing a community over the last 7 years. And what's next for me... (spoiler alert: I've just launched a new membership community). I look back with nothing but fondness, but it hasn't always been plain sailing and today, I...

In today's episode I talk about a something that I'm sure many of us business owners have a love-hate relationship with... instagram! I take you through how my instagram strategy has changed, why and the steps you should be taking to maximise your instagram for your business and brand. It's worth a listen if you're feeling stuck in a rut and are not seeing any conversion/sales/clients coming from...

In today's episode I talk about a tough decision that I made last week, how anxious I was about it and what actually happened when I went "live" and announced it... relevant in business and life, give this one a listen as when one door closes, another one inevitably opens. Fancy being the first to know about Flourish when I launch to the public? Join my mailing list here & get a helpful freebie st...

In today's episode I talk about something that I think we can all relate to having felt... overwhelm! I talk about it not necessarily being a negative experience but also 5 ways to tackle it head-on! Relevant for anyone, but particularly us busy solopreneurs, used to the juggle. Fancy the freebie I mentioned? Join my mailing list here & get it straight to your inbox: https://holly-wood.lpages.co/m...

Welcome to Series 3! In today's episode I talk about the slight shift in me as an entrepreneur and the content you're going to get here (it's a good thing, trust me!). I also talk through 5 of my favourite productivity and time hacks. Seriously, if you're a busy solopreneur, juggling multiple things at once, you're going to want to hear these. Like what you hear? Don't miss a single episode, subsc...

Today's episode is the last in Series 2! Wow! This series started at the beginning of lockdown, so feels even more poignant for me right now. I've had the best time interviewing amazing guests and sharing business and lifestyle insights, to hopefully reassure and inspire you. So tune in for a recap and what I've got planned for Series 3! FIND ME: www.holly-wood.co.uk/ My blog - www.hollygoeslightl...

Today's episode is packed full of inspirational chat and insights so it's not to be missed! Jen Stanbrook has created a brand in herself, over the last 10 years of blogging and mastering Pinterest in its early stages. She left the corporate world behind, via a franchise and now teaches other women in business, how to use Pinterest to drive more traffic to their products. Head to https://jenstanbro...

Today's episode starts with a lot of "fan-girling" from me! I'm so excited to finally have Onyi here on the podcast, as I've adored her content for years now. Onyi is very open and giving with her experience and I know you'll get a lot from listening to this episode, whether you're a content creator or not. Onyi tells the story of moving from Nigeria to Manchester, foregoing her rent in favour of...

Today's episode is a quick one - explaining my 2 week break and reflecting everything I'm learning regarding the BLM movement, being an anti-racist and a better ally. I'm reflecting on how to integrate what I'm learning into my own content, Community Inspire Collaborate and here on the podcast too. I can't wait to come back next week, for Part 2 of Series 2, with an amazing guest who will share he...

Today's episode focuses on how negativity (internally & externally sourced) impacts us and how we view our own success. I talk about the dangers of passive-aggression, the importance of unfollowing and recognising and removing the sources of negativity. I touch on the importance of positive mindset and then finish with some of your amazing insights and thoughts on what success REALLY means. Want t...

Today's episode focuses on something that I've been dealing with a lot lately... energy dips or slumps! I find I get them fairly often and it effects my productivity, my mood and my mindset. They can be quite destructive! I've began to recognise them now an so in today's short episode, I thought I'd share the way I address those energy dips, to help me get out of them! This is relevant to anyone,...

Today's episode is a really insightful chat with my good pal and instagram influencer, Katie Woods aka Come Down to the Woods. With 190k followers on instagram, Katie describes herself as the "accidental instagrammer" and now makes a living from working with brands online. She tells us what she really thinks about the term "influencer", saying "no" to the wrong campaigns and being more open about...

Today's episode focuses on something that I know lots of people are either considering setting up for their business OR joining as a customer...subscription memberships! With over 5 years experience of running one, I give my 5 reasons why a subscription model membership is good for you and your business AND things you need to think about before setting one up. Want to find out more about joining m...

Today's episode is a chat with good friend and fellow content creator/business owner, Jess Stock aka Not Just A Tit. Jess is very open about her mental health, comparison and money, as well as her journey, which might not quite have been the path she'd planned. Listen in, as I know you'll be as inspired by her as I am. COMMUNITY INSPIRE COLLABORATE Want to know more about joining my community? Hea...

Today's episode focuses on the 3 pillars that I run my businesses and live my life by: Community, Inspire, Collaborate. I talk you through what those things actually mean, how they can help benefit you and your journey and the importance of finding your people. Want to know more about me and my community: https://www.holly-wood.co.uk/ https://www.holly-wood.co.uk/flourish-membership/ And join my f...

Today's episode focuses on business and why/how you should be using Pinterest to drive traffic, views, customers, to your website. If it's not part of your 2020 marketing strategy, it should be! And I talk you through how to start a basic and effective Pinterest strategy that works. SHOW-NOTES & REFERENCES: My pinterest - pinterest.co.uk/hollygoeslightly Give Tailwind a go, it'll change your life!...

Uh oh, here he is everyone...my husband! You asked, so we did it - he's here, with a cocktail chatting to me about boobs, business and everything in between. Un-edited. I hope you enjoy! REVIEWER & SUBSCRIBER OF THE WEEK Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5* review to be in with the chance of winning a coaching session or blog audit from me! i'll pick a winner at random every week and announce...

This week, I get straight into it and chat with good friend and fellow #girlboss, Kat Horrocks. We speak about her decision to not go to university and instead start a business, how she pivoted & changed that business into what she's doing now. I hope you find her story as inspiring as I do! (oh, and sorry for the random condom chat halfway through...tmi!). REVIEWER & SUBSCRIBER OF THE WEEK Don't...

During this strange time, I thought it'd be sensible to share my tips for staying productive when you work from home with a few Coronavirus-lockdown-specific tips thrown in for good measure. Accompanying blog post: https://www.hollygoeslightly.co.uk/lifestyle/working-from-home-during-coronavirus-lockdown SHOW-NOTES & REFERENCES: SMALL BIZ SHOUT-OUT: https://www.instagram.com/vickimellard/ https://...

We're back with Series 2! A new look for Can we have it all? but still focussing on that perpetual question us 30 and 40-somethings are faced with every day. In episode 1, I talk about the new format of this podcast, the subjects I'm going to cover, how you guys can be involved more and even prizes to be won! Listen in and join me on this discussion and discovery of whether we can really have it a...

I'm back from a bit of a summer break, with a short reflection on success today. I've been thinking a lot about where I thought I'd be by now, whether I'm successful or not and where I should be in another ten years time. I'm sure a lot of us do that right? So do I think I'm successful? I share some of the questions I ask myself regularly...they might help you too. You might also enjoy reading the...

This latest episode features someone who I've admired for many years for her epic, natural talent and managed to make my friend too! Anna Hardy is a successful lifestyle and family photographer (https://annahardy.co.uk/) who has forged a career that she loves. With her measure of success being happiness, Anna talks to me about her journey from teacher, to wedding photographer, to where she is now...

Today's episode I'm focussing on something that I think a lot of us suffer from...social media comparison! You know, when we feel like sh*t because we think we're not doing as well as someone else we're following online? Or when we think we should be at a certain stage of our lives/relationship/weight-loss by a certain age/date/time? I talk about my experiences of feeling deflated because of socia...

Today's episode features a friend and constant inspiration in the industry, Pamela Higgins aka Spamella B. With over c. 30,000 followers, Pamela Higgins (https://www.spamellab.com/) is a Healthy Food & Lifestyle Blogger, Influencer and Recipe Developer. She has utilised her love of social media and epic cookery skills to navigate working with brands and creating a business for herself, enabling he...