Creating The Curve

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You started a business to do the thing you love - designing, building, writing, creating - but somewhere along the way, you also became head of sales, finance, marketing, and every other department. Now you're juggling all the moving parts, wondering how running your own business somehow means less freedom, not more. That's what Creating the Curve is here for. Through honest chats, stories, and simple, practical ideas, we'll help you make sense of it all, find your footing, and build a business that actually feels good to run. Because it's not you - it's just really hard to do everything. So l...

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E2: The Pre-Grant Mindset That Makes Writing Easier 11.05.2025 32:59

Grant writing isn't just about what you put on the page - it's about what happens before you even start. In this solo episode of Creating The Curve , host Anna Bravington explores the often- overlooked prep work that makes grant writing less stressful and way more effective. From getting into the right mindset to building visibility, Anna shares practical tips, stories, and tools for finding grant...

E1: Grant Writing Without the Gobbledygook with Robert Bentley 10.05.2025 1:02:05

Grant writing can feel like learning a new language - full of jargon, hidden rules, and endless paperwork. In this episode of Creating The Curve , host Anna Bravington chats with Robert Bentley, bid- writing consultant and author, who's helped businesses secure over £ 80 million in funding. They unpack the real reasons so many grant applications fail , the biggest mistakes STEM businesses make, a...

Welcome To Creating The Curve 02.05.2025 6:27

Welcome to Creating The Curve , the podcast made for STEM founders who are brilliant at the technical stuff - but want running the business to feel a whole lot easier. In this welcome episode, host Anna Bravington shares what the show is all about: supporting founders like you who've come from science, tech, engineering, or maths backgrounds and now find themselves having to figure out sales, mark...

TRAILER: Creating The Curve 02.05.2025 2:58

Creating The Curve is the down-to-earth podcast for STEM founders who are brilliant at what they do - but want a bit of help running the business side of things. Hosted by experienced business adviser Anna Bravington, the show is packed with honest chats, expert advice, and simple tools to help you build a business that works for you - not the other way around. With over 20 years' experience help...