Just Start Now

In this episode I’m talking to Annette Kelly about how she grew Little Penny Thoughts from a side-hustle, passion project, into a business that she could leave her teaching job for. Full of wisdom and insights and with a true belief in community over competition, this is a gorgeous inspiration filled chat. We discuss: Fear of judgement online and feeling paranoid when getting started, especially w...

In this episode I share my tips on how to stop worrying about judgement from other people. It’s one of the biggest topics I cover with my clients and one I see holding you back time and time again from going big and doing what you want in your business. Let’s tackle it together. I talk about: Thinking about who you think is judging you. Who are these people you are so afraid of judgement from? How...

In this episode I’m talking to Gracie and Sophie from Squirrel Sisters. I was inspired to get them on the podcast when they shared how they had successfully launched their products into stockists like Holland & Barrett, with no external backing. We talk brand building, market research and who to rely on in business. We discuss: Fear of judgement when you’re just starting out Running a lean, flexib...

In this episode I share my tips on how to keep showing up, even when you’re just getting started and it feels like you’re talking into an echo chamber where no-one is hearing you. With practical tips and insight from my own journey, I’ve got loads of fresh ways to think about it and to keep you consistent. I cover:   Focusing on being internally motivated, not externally. Cultivating self-belief -...

Today I’m talking to Business Mentor Ruth Poundwhite. We talk about creating content that truly connects and builds the engaged audience we are all seeking, to inform and inspire our work and turn into paying customers. In this episode we cover: Creating content that shares your story and resonates with other people. Connecting with people where they are right now through your content and your lan...

In this episode I share 5 tips about how to have conversations with your audience and potential clients, to build strong relationships and move people to feel ready to buy from you in your wellness business. I cover: Treat people like human beings. Engage on a human level and meet them where they’re at. Start conversations and ask questions . And stop worrying if no-one replies! You have to appear...

Today I’m talking to Nutritional Therapist Jodie Brandman. But that’s not what she’s always been! In a frank and open conversation I chat to Jodie about her career path and all the different avenues she’s gone down from psychologist, to food truck owner to where she is now helping women with hormones and fertility. We talked about:   Feeling like a failure when something doesn't work out at the ti...

Today I'm talking about finding your niche, something we've all heard about when it comes to growing a successful business, but which gets in the way of starting for many. In this podcast I discuss:   What a niche is and whether we need one   The magic that comes from finding your niche and how it helps you with consistency  Why having a niche does not mean cutting people out and restricting your...

Today I'm talking to Life Performance & Wellbeing Coach Jack Kavanagh. After a dramatic injury changed his life in his early 20s, Jack has transitioned from a job in pharmacy to become an inspiring motivational speaker. I ask him to share him experience and tips on turning his public speaking into a full-time job. We talk about: Tuning into your inner mentor and inner voice when it comes to follow...

Today I'm talking about how I have grown my Instagram follower numbers by 1,000 in a year for the last two years.   I’m still aaaall about the engagement, but I do understand that follower numbers still play a role, particularly if you are attracting the right kind, not just numbers for the sake of it.   In this episode I break down the practical tips that I take to consistently and sustainably gr...

Today I'm bringing you a little bonus episode answering your questions as a thank you for being such great supporters of Season 1. These questions came from my Facebook group community so make sure you join to take part next time. Some of the questions were so juicy they might be topics for full episodes in a future season.     In this episode I answer your questions which were: How can I find the...

Today I'm interviewing Tally Rye, Personal Trainer and author of Train Happy.  We discuss the tricky subject of being authentic online and saying what we want, even when we’re afraid of judgement and criticism. With some juicy topics and amazing take-aways, this is a fab episode to end Series 1: We cover: Being afraid to say what you want online, in case people call you out or judge you Putting on...

Today I'm talking about how to grow an audience for your business that's truly engaged: the buzz-word of the year when it comes to online growth.   Follower numbers mean less and less these days and they don't prove you have a successful or profitable business. Did you hear about the Instagram influencer with 2 million followers that couldn't even sell 36 t-shirts? If you want to grow an audience...

Today I'm interviewing Helena Ryan, co-founder of Ireland's biggest health event WellFest.   In this episode we cover practical tips and mindsets you need to have when it comes to setting up and running your own events in wellness including:  Doing what you love and dedicating time to your side-hustle while you have a full-time job How Helena never considered her WellFest idea would fail and how t...

Today I'm talking about selling. And I bet the concept is already making you cringe, right? We can be the most qualified practitioner going with fabulous products and services. But unless we get comfortable with selling and find an authentic way to do it, we're not going to have a business.  If you hate sales, think it's all about being pushy and think you're always going to suck at it, this is th...

Today I'm interviewing Toral Shah, scientist, writer and chef, the name behind The Urban Kitchen and co-founder of What The Health events.  In this episode we cover some great topics related to diversity and how we can all do our bit to ensure the right people hear the health messages they need including:    Basing health and wellbeing on how people look , and the dangers this has to our message a...

Today I'm talking about how to start a mailing list for your wellness business. Because as great as social media is for connecting you to people, the real value is when you have a list of your own so you can contact your ideal customers whenever you need. But starting a mailing list can seem overwhelming or just downright pointless when you’re just getting started. Why create yet another thing to...

Today I'm interviewing Laura Agar Wilson, health coach and business mentor helping coaches start and grow their business using beautiful design, helpful tech and effective strategy.  We covered some brilliant topics in this conversation about starting a wellness business and getting overwhelmed with all the things you think you need to do including:  • Shifting and changing as a person and investi...

Today I'm talking about how to name your wellness business. Because we all know a name is important - it's something we'll say a lot, it's how we'll get known and it will become our 'brand.' But choosing a name for your health based business also creates a block that stops many of us even getting started with our business ideas.  If that's you, this episode is perfect listening to help you get sta...

Today I'm interviewing Lauren Armes from Well To Do. Lauren is also a coach helping wellness business owners just like me and I've been hugely inspired by her journey and investment in herself to grow herself and her brand. She makes the perfect first guest for the podcast.  We covered some amazing and really valuable topics to help people getting started in the world of wellness including:  Start...

Today I'm talking about how to start a blog for your wellness business. I have met so many people that dream of starting a blog and sharing what they love about health online, but something is holding them back. If that's you, this episode is perfect listening to help you get started.   My whole business was formed from starting my blog The Flourishing Pantry in 2016. It taught me so much about wr...

In this trailer, I introduce myself (hello I'm Vicky!) and share what you can expect from the podcast.  Make sure you subscribe for weekly conversations and value packed tips episodes, all about how to start and grow your health and wellness business.  You can find out more about me at vickyshilling.com.