Grow Your Brand With Amanda

Ever found yourself downplaying your achievements or hesitating to speak up about your skills? You’re not alone. It seems to be a trait that many women have in common. My guest, Melanie Whittaker from You Are Your Marketing, and I had great fun chatting about pursuing our dreams, PR and personal branding as well as speaking our truth! In this episode, we’re getting loud about: Why women are condit...

This week, I’m chatting to my good friend, Angela Santiago and we discuss how life throws challenges our way, but it’s how we handle them makes all the difference. Angela shares her expertise in energy healing and emotional therapy and the fact that many individuals are stuck in a cycle of overcharged energies due to past traumas or dysfunctional backgrounds, which they may not recognise as an iss...

Today I’m chatting to Ruth Tsui, a group program design consultant who’s all about ditching the growth-at-all-costs mindset and building a business that actually aligns with your values. She poses a very interesting question - are we working ourselves so hard so we’ll finally find joy when we retire?? We explore the messy reality of moving from in-person to online education, the highs and lows of...

Ever wondered how to juggle a business while dealing with chronic health issues? In this episode, my guest, sales strategist Lixxy Harkcom, opens up about living with four chronic pain conditions and the challenges of running her business, Sales Success with Lixxy. We chat about the struggles to stay productive and available for our clients during flare-ups and the all-too-common habit of sidelini...

We dive straight into a powerful conversation with business strategist Gina Trick about motivation, personal branding, and what it means to really uplift others in business. This lady is on a mission, and we have a right old natter about embracing your unique path, the true value of public speaking, and what does success really look like? Do you have to sacrifice your life for it? It’s a question...

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Sandra Pierce from Looking Good Naturally, who shares her remarkable journey from IT to the beauty industry, a career shift inspired by her hearing disability. Sandra opens up about the unique challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in self-employment and the importance of building confidence and finding mentors along the way. We also discuss self-...

Today’s incredible guest, Linda Bretherton takes us on a fascinating journey into the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, a 7,000-year-old holistic practice that has shaped modern healing approaches. Linda unpacks the basics of Ayurveda, explaining the unique body constitutions, vata, pitta, and kapha, and how understanding them can help guide healthier choices, like seasonal eating and balanced living. W...

Welcome to the launch episode of The Bravery Behind The Brand! (formerly Communicate with Confidence). In this episode, I’m thrilled to introduce Suzanne Young, a leadership coach who’s got some powerful insights and stories to share about building confidence, navigating workplace culture, and why being your authentic self is the absolute key to building your personal brand. With nearly three deca...

Welcome to Bravery Behind the Brand, the podcast where we’re going to dive into the real, raw stories behind building a business and explore the courage it takes to show up authentically. What started as Communicate With Confidence has evolved into something deeper, a space where vulnerability and bravery meet to inspire us with incredible stories of courage and resilience. But let’s be honest, th...

Zoe Thompson, coach, trainer and speaker joins me this week as we chat about the ups and downs of leaving the public sector for self-employment, including how tricky it can be to stay visible—especially if you’ve got some past challenges to overcome. We also discuss the new world that former public sector workers find themselves in and unique challenges that brings as they navigate new, and very d...

On today’s episode, I’m joined by Sarah Langslow, the brilliant author of Do Sweat the Small Stuff, a book that dives into how it’s the everyday interactions—rather than just the big moments—that truly shape our relationships and leadership. We have a fascinating conversation (and many laughs!) about emotions in communication and how mastering both your own and others' communication styles can fee...

Today, I’m joined by the amazing Lucy, founder of Any Little Thing, a home help service making waves in Essex by transforming the lives of elderly individuals. In our chat, we dive into the often bewildering world of healthcare and social care, shedding light on the challenges families face while trying to navigate these complex systems. Lucy is on a mission to change that, offering one-to-one con...

In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Bryer and we discuss the importance of community building for small business owners, especially post-COVID-19. Sarah shares her incredible journey of creating a supportive group for women entrepreneurs to overcome isolation and self-doubt. We discuss how lack of peer support can lead to low confidence, underpricing services and how the power of having a communi...

This week, I’m sitting down with Amanda Jane (yes, another Amanda Jane!) who’s an audience engagement pro and has been crowned the global best trainer of the year. We dive into a really interesting conversation about what makes a great leader today and it’s not about barking orders or being the loudest in the room anymore. We’re breaking down the new school of leadership, where empathy is the real...

This week I’m joined by Carrie Conrad, a self defence expert who explores the vital role of leadership and communication in promoting genuine safety, particularly for women and children. We dissect the difference between feeling safe and being truly safe and Carrie’s driving force is teaching children to trust their instincts by integrating practical self-defense education with a strong focus on c...

This week, my guest is Digital GP, Naomi Rose who shares her incredible story that’s got it all. From an idea inspired by her grandmother, to its ultimate creation, and the balancing act of project managing all elements of a bricks and mortar business and the new skills she had to learn quickly along the way. Naomi talks us through the challenging transition from corporate life to running the amaz...

Join me this week where Maya Vertigans and I discuss how she established her virtual assistant business during the pandemic and the growth she has enjoyed since. Maya is passionate about the importance of taking small steps towards sustainability in business, and highlights that collective small actions can lead to significant changes and instil eco-conscious habits in future generations. Good com...

In this episode, I’m focusing solely on how to cope with the fear of being judged, something I’m sure we've all struggled with at some point. It's a biggie, but don't worry, I’ve got some killer strategies to tackle it head-on. First up, I look at coping with that judgment fear. It's all about staying laser-focused on your goals, embracing those inevitable mistakes as learning opportunities, and a...

Join me on this short episode as I walk you through my 3-step formula that will make sure you will never be afraid to go live on social media again! The formula can also be used for radio, podcasts, pitches and intro videos, the possibilities are endless, once you cracked the code. Get the attention of your ideal client immediately, and retain their interest. Grab a pen and paper and have fun crea...

Joining me for this episode is Bryony Jackson from Bryony Makes Marketing Easy. We chat about simplified marketing strategies for small businesses, with Bryony highlighting the need to make marketing easy and simple and without jargon! Bryony takes us through her unconventional career path as we discuss her leadership journey and the lessons she learned along the way which weren’t always easy. We...

Joining us today is Emily Gilliland from Master Your Midlife. Emily is doing incredible work with women, guiding them from the beginning of their reproductive journey all the way through to menopause. We’ll explore Emily’s own leadership journey, talk about what led her to start her own business, and discuss why effective communication is crucial in addressing the unique needs of women at every st...

Laura Parker from Shoreway Business joins me today and we explore her self-leadership journey, career milestones, and what it was like transitioning to running her own business. She shares key experiences that shaped her leadership style and talks about why clear communication is so important for building trust for effective delegation. We also have a lively chat about what it means to leave a lea...

Today I’m joined by the wonderfully talented Davinia McGann who shares her incredible journey from a career in teaching accountancy which took her around the globe, to running her own coffee-fuelled indoor cycling studio in East Sussex. She talks openly about how good mentors played a crucial role in her growth as well as the importance of good two-way communication in leadership. You'll hear all...

In this episode, I’m joined by the multi-talented, Zoe Willis, a family food consultant, who shares some fascinating food stories with us as she takes us on a journey around the world with her adventures. We also discuss why good communication skills, flexibility, understanding emotional triggers, and cultural awareness are so crucial when working with people, regardless of where they fit in the ‘...

My guest this week, Sarah Knight, takes us on a literal rollercoaster of emotions through her 25-year career, from the fast-paced world of PR marketing to becoming a respected leader and consultant. Her path to success wasn’t always an easy one. In this episode, she shares invaluable insights into personal development, self-acknowledgment, and the importance of cultivating a strong support network...