Girls In Property

Ever sat with a cup of tea and thought… if I had to package up everything I know and everything I’m good at and sell it tomorrow… what would that even look like? In this episode I sat down with the brilliant Kylie Anderson and we talked about this idea of asset intelligence . Not just property assets but the biggest one of all you. So many women step into property believing they need more training...

In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast I sit down with the brilliant Alice Dartnell to explore a question so many of us as entrepreneurs ask ourselves. Is mindset actually enough? We hear so much about positive thinking, manifestation and keeping our energy high, but what about the deeper layers underneath all of that? What about the beliefs sitting in your subconscious that shape how yo...

In this episode I sit down with Chris Tremlett from UK Homes Network for one of the most honest and human conversations I have had on the podcast. You know I love going deeper than the shiny surface of the property world, and this chat does exactly that. Chris opens up about his journey in property, the pressures he has faced behind the scenes, and the personal battles with mental health and addic...

This week I am sitting down with the brilliant Shelly Yates to open up the world of deal sourcing in a really honest and grounded way. A lot of women look at deal sourcing as their first step into property because it feels fast paced and cash flowing. But there is a side to it that people do not always see, and Shelly talks openly about what it is actually like, the strengths that really matter, a...

Ever stopped to notice where stress shows up in your body?   Maybe it’s that knot in your stomach before a meeting, the tight shoulders after a long day, or that constant buzz that never quite switches off. In this episode, I sit down with Anastasia Ttofis to chat about somatics and how understanding your body can change the way you show up in life, business and property. We talk about what’s real...

If you have ever sat there wondering how on earth people are funding property deals, or felt like you cannot get started because you do not have pots of money behind you, this one is for you. In todays chat your host Athena Dobson sits down with Motiul Islam to lift the lid on raising private finance in a real and honest way. We are not talking theory here. We share real life examples of how we ha...

In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, I chat with Libby Walker, someone I have genuinely watched and admired. Libby got into property at such a young age, and what I love most about her is how open she has always been about the things that go right and the things that do not. From the very start of her journey she has shared everything she is learning, and I think that honesty is so im...

Following on from Caroline’s amazing episode last week on turning purpose into profit, this week we are carrying that same message forward but through a completely different story and lived experience. In this episode, I chat with award winning developer, number one best selling author and founder of View From My Window , Lorraine Thomas. She shares her authentic, unfiltered journey – the real hig...

In this episode of Girls in Property , host Athena Dobson chats with the inspiring Caroline Pattinson — an award-winning entrepreneur and property investor who’s built her journey with courage, discipline, and heart. Caroline started her career at just 16 and bought her first property at 21, showing that you don’t need to have it all figured out to begin. Her story is proof that you can start at a...

In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, Athena Dobson chats with Lisa Marie Elkhadraoui, also known as Design Boss Diary. Lisa shares her journey in interior design and property staging, opening up about the lessons she has learnt along the way. We talk about the importance of women supporting one another, the challenges new designers face, and how personal growth can shape success. Lisa...

As business owners and property investors, we are often juggling endless to-do lists, deadlines and the pressures of building or running a business. But when you are running on empty, so is your business. Your health has to come first. In this episode, Athena Dobson sits down with Steph Taylor to uncover why your health is not just a personal matter, it is the foundation of your success as a busin...

In this episode of Girls in Property , Athena Dobson is joined by Olivia Boulting, an experienced auctioneer and better known as the Queen of the Gavel 👑, to demystify the world of property auctions. Olivia shares her own journey into auctions, what the role of an auctioneer really involves, and why it’s important to understand the different types of auctions before jumping in. The conversation a...

She’s back! In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, Athena Dobson welcomes the one and only Emma Fielding for her much-anticipated return, and if you heard her first episode, you’ll know why we’re so excited. Emma’s a powerhouse in the property world, and she’s back to share what she’s been up to over the past year. From her latest flips to the lessons learned on the ground, Emma talks t...

Welcome back to Girls in Property ! This week your host, Athena Dobson, is treating you to a solo episode all about mid-year accountability and getting you set to stride into Q4 with clarity and confidence. As we step into September, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the year so far. Back in January, you probably had a vision for 2025—maybe it was the year you’d finally start building up your pr...

This week, Athena sits down with the brilliant Rachel Knight to dive into one of the most exciting, and often overlooked, strategies in property: title splitting . Rachel doesn’t just share her story of getting into property; she opens up about how she discovered title splitting as almost an unspoken hidden gem in the industry. It’s one of those strategies that doesn’t always get talked about but,...

Have you ever imagined taking on a 28-bed HMO? In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, Athena chats with the inspiring Sam White from Move to Grow . Sam shares the good, the bad and the ugly of taking on her property journey thus far — from starting out as an accidental landlord to achieving the incredible milestone of completing a 28-bed HMO. She opens up about the challenges she faced,...

In this powerful episode, Athena Dobson sits down with Tamsin Broster to explore the deeply personal and universal topic of body confidence—a crucial issue that affects many women. Tamsin shares her journey, highlighting the struggles with body image that began at a young age and how they evolved over time. Through her candid reflections, she sheds light on how societal pressures often dictate the...

In this week’s episode of The Girls and Property Podcast , we’re diving into something totally new— surveying ! And I’ve got just the woman to guide us through it. I’m joined by the brilliant Sophie Perkins, a seasoned surveyor who’s making serious waves for women in construction. Sophie brings a straight-talking, fresh perspective on what it’s really like to work in an industry that’s still very...

Are you ready for this? He’s back…  In this episode of The Girls in Property podcast, Athena Dobson is joined once again by renowned speaker and NLP coach Akhtar Khan. Together, they explore a topic that resonates deeply with many entrepreneurs and professionals. The topic of Burnout. They begin by unpacking what burnout actually is, beyond just a popular term, looking at its symptoms, its emotion...

This week on the Girls and Property Podcast, Athena Dobson is joined by one of our original Girls in Property community members, Lucy Akrigg – and trust me, this episode is one you won’t want to miss! Not only is this Lucy’s very first podcast appearance (and can we just say – she absolutely smashes it!), but her story is one that’s sure to leave you feeling inspired. It’s one of those “if she can...

With the Renters’ Rights Bill gaining Royal Assent on 22nd July and due to be implemented by the end of October this year, this episode is an essential listen for anyone already in property or thinking about stepping into the industry. In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, Athena Dobson is joined by none other than Julie Ford—one of the UK’s most respected property experts, with over 3...

In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, host Athena Dobson sits down for an inspiring conversation with Ife Obasa, a young female entrepreneur, leader, and advocate for authenticity and resilience. Athena first met Ife at the London All Bright event celebrating International Women’s Day, where Ife shared powerful insights about her experience as a young entrepreneur from her country. Tog...

In this episode of the Girls in Property podcast, Athena Dobson sits down with Victoria Tsoy, a true force in construction and property development. Victoria shares her remarkable story of going from struggling to find her place in the working world to becoming a successful property developer. She talks honestly about the hard work involved, the sacrifices she has made for her family, and how cruc...

In this episode of Girls in Property , Athena Dobson is joined by money mentor and author Sarah Poynton-Ryan for an honest, empowering chat all about money — the good, the bad, and the emotional. If you’ve clicked on this one, chances are you’re either working your way out of debt or just looking to get a better grip on your finances. Either way, Sarah’s story will strike a chord. She opens up abo...

Welcome back to the Girls in Property Podcast! In this episode, your host Athena Dobson sits down with Ellen MacDonald — a former teacher turned thriving entrepreneur who’s carved out a successful path in the rent-to-serviced accommodation space - Think Air B n B & Booking.com. If you're listening in, chances are you’re curious about how to break into the rent-to-rent world yourself, or y...