Honest Business

Are you a successful business owner who feels stuck, disconnected, or complacent? In this episode, I discuss the common mistake of giving away your power, leading to negative impacts on individuals, clients, teams, competitors, and the wider community. I share how this can affect risk-taking, decision-making, and team accountability, and I provide you with solutions to reclaiming your power and co...

Why is branding so important in scaling a business? In this episode I answer 5 questions covering various aspects of branding and its significance in growing a business. I delve into the need for a strategic approach to branding and the risks of rebranding without a clear understanding of the business's goals. I also discuss the importance of differentiation, emotional connection with consumer...

Are you a successful business owner looking to expand your wealth beyond your current business? If so, you're in luck because I discuss various ways to expand your wealth and leave a lasting legacy beyond your current business. In this episode, I explore different options for generating revenue, including passive income streams, investing, licensing, and franchising. But it's not all about...

Are you a business owner making £500k per year and looking to ensure long-term growth and success? In this episode, I will focus on the most crucial strategies for businesses in this revenue range, including creating a solid growth plan, maximising team potential, and improving efficiency. Additionally, I will emphasise the importance of focusing on selling one main thing that the business does ex...

Today I'm taking you behind the scenes of our International Women's Day 2023 digital campaign, where we celebrated women in the May James community and shared their top business advice. We executed the campaign across multiple platforms, featuring 14 women entrepreneurs and producing around 25 pieces of content. I discuss the challenges we faced, the importance of being strategic in choosi...

Today is a special day as we celebrate our 1-year anniversary! So in this episode, I am discussing whether adding a podcast to your marketing strategy is worth it for 2023 and what business owners can benefit from having a podcast. I'm sharing my personal experience running a podcast, including why I started this podcast and how it has been over the past year. I'll explore the best time to...

Are you an entrepreneur looking to grow your business? Are you unsure about which service I offer to choose that best suits your needs? Fear not, because in this episode, I'll be diving into the different options available to you depending on the stage you're in business, the kind of support you require, and the length of the support you need. From 1:1 consulting to group sessions, long-te...

In this episode I reflect on the lessons I learnt in February. Join me as I explore the different things that I have discovered and how they can serve as reminders for us moving forward. As I delve into the episode, I discuss the concept of continuous learning and how it helps us to process and implement the knowledge that we gain. In this light, I take a look at the eight things that I have learn...

As we celebrate International Women's Day today I wanted to dive into the one thing you need to be focusing on that no one is talking about:  being direct as a woman in the business world. As women, we often feel the need to soften our communication to avoid being perceived as aggressive or intimidating. However, being direct is essential for clear and effective communication. I'm discussi...

Is this thought always lingering in the back of your mind even when things are going really well externally? How do you really know if your business is going to work? And how much time do you really give it a shot before it's time to pack your bags and walk away.  In today's episode I'm diving deep into this question, and you'll be exploring if you think your business is going to w...

In this episode, we dive into the world of sales and address some of the most common questions people have about improving their sales skills. From strategies to improve your sales process to tips on accurately forecasting sales for the year ahead, I cover it all. I'll also tackle the most asked question of whether or not to do sales calls and what to do when it seems like no one is buying. Tu...

In this episode, we explore the ins and outs of planning the perfect business trip. From discussing the different types of trips and how to make them run smoothly, to exploring the importance of planning every detail from dates, hotels, travel, food, and more. I share my experience of planning every minute of my day and how this approach has helped manage my chronic illness. I also discuss the imp...

In today's episode, I delve into the world of funding and investments for businesses. I share my insights and experiences, explaining the difference between funding and investments and why they can be beneficial for your business. I discuss the factors that determine when you should seek funding or an investment, such as the type of business you have and its growth potential. I also shed light...

We are back with another Q&A session, as you seem to love them! Today I am answering a mix of general business questions that my community have asked me. If you're interested hearing my answers to the below questions, then take a listen to this episode. In this episode I answer these questions: How to get return clients? How do you figure out what you're good at? How do I stop worrying...

Losing my mum in 2021 meant that 2022 looked a lot different for me than before, not only in my personal life but my business to. This has meant that throughout this past year there have been many lessons I've learnt that I'm opening up and sharing with you today. From prioritising myself and slowing down to communication and my resilience, listen to this episode to get an insight into the...

At the start of 2022 I set myself goals I would like to achieve in the year, today I'm giving you an insight into what those goals were and whether I achieved them or not. The way I set goals isn't like usual, I don't set 3 big goals and focus on those. I aim to set over 100 goals in different areas of my life and focus on achieving as many as possible. If you're curious on the typ...

Curious as to what I think is going to happen in the business space in 2023? I'm sharing my 55 business trend predictions and usually I'm spot on with them, so you'll want to take note! I discuss marketing, operations, leadership, sales, customer service trends and so much more in this episode. This is part two so make sure you listen to the first part in episode 41. Connect with May o...

Curious as to what I think is going to happen in the business space in 2023? I'm sharing my 55 business trend predictions and usually I'm spot on with them, so you'll want to take note! I discuss marketing, operations, leadership, sales, customer service trends and so much more in this episode. This is part one so make sure you listen to the second part where I finish off the list. Con...

As entrepreneurs, we are constantly thinking of new ideas, new arms of the business, and what we can improve. If that sounds like you too, then in today's episode, you'll love how I break down when you should and should not take action on your business ideas. I share my experience of brainstorming an idea while on holiday with my family, my two-day tip, and how to map out if you're goi...

What do you do if somebody needs something ASAP but it's out of scope or out of hours? I've had this happen and so have my clients and I'm sharing with you what you can do in this scenario. Throughout this episode I give some examples of how this can happen and what you can do to prepare for this, create boundaries and uphold them. If you're wanting to prepare your business, or may...

Today I'm talking through how you can make 2023 a record breaking year for your business. I discuss what this upcoming year could look like for you, from revenue to growing your audience, as well as how you want to feel throughout this year. Connect with May on... Instagram https://www.instagram.com/may.james_/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/maylaurajames/ Website https://www.mayjames.co...

Curious on how you can make more money before the year ends? Wondering how it could even be possible? In today's episode I share why you might want to do this and how you can do it. I cover how you can make an extra 30k by deciding which offer you're going to push, the importance of being excited about the offer and crafting the right messaging. If you want to know the following strategy i...

For the past 3 months I've been testing out YouTube as a marketing channel and today I wanted to share with you my experience using this platform. I discuss why we even started a YouTube and how I'm happy to test youtube and see if it works or not. Throughout this episode I share the stats of being on YouTube for 3 months, the strategy we are using and why I really like this platform. If y...

Here is part 2 of the 10-question Q&A session. I'm sharing my answers to the last 10 questions that my community has asked me, covering things from relationships, how to receive inbound leads, and the hardest part of my job. If you're interested in hearing my answers to the below questions, then take a listen to this episode. In this episode I answer these questions: Tips for managing...

We are back with another Q&A session, as you seem to love them! Today I am opening up and answering the first 10 questions that my community have asked me and in part 2 I continue the remaining questions. If you're interested hearing my answers to the below questions, then take a listen to this episode. In this episode I answer these questions: How do you manage not being cheap/affordable?...