Messy Business - with Libby Langley

What does it look like to do business your way — even when that means breaking every rule you once believed in? In this special episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Denise Duffield-Thomas for an honest, funny, and quietly rebellious chat about navigating business, boundaries, and being your full self in public. We talk about everything from neurodivergence and saying no, to navigating visibility a...

Some days you’re on fire — full of ideas, focused, excited — and other days, you wonder why you ever started your business in the first place. Sound familiar? In this episode, I’m talking about what it really takes to stay motivated in business when everything feels heavy, stuck, or like an absolute waste of time. We’ll break down the myth of always being motivated, why feeling uninspired is compl...

Ever wondered if it’s really possible to work fewer hours and still hit your income goals? In this week’s episode, I’m sharing the real truth behind business freedom — and spoiler alert: it’s not what the online gurus are telling you. This isn’t about flashy £10k months or selling your soul to hustle culture. It’s about you deciding what freedom means and making conscious, strategic choices that s...

If growing your business feels exhausting, chances are you’re building it in a way that doesn’t actually suit you . In this final episode of my four-part mini series, I’m showing you how to build a business that aligns with your energy, your preferences, and your version of success — by playing to your strengths. We’ll unpack what it really means to choose ease, how to stop doing the stuff that dr...

If I asked you what makes your business truly stand out — beyond your services, beyond your logo — what would you say? In this episode, we’re diving into your unique brilliance and how to embrace what makes you different, so you can attract the clients who are truly right for you. This is the third episode in my mini series on building a business you truly love, and today’s focus is on you . We’re...

Numbers don’t lie — but they don’t always tell the full story either. In this episode, I’m sharing how to actually understand your business numbers so they help you build something sustainable, joyful, and profitable — without burning out or feeling like you’re always behind. We’re continuing the mini series on the building blocks for creating a business you truly love, and this time we’re looking...

You don’t need to burn out, push harder, or work 14-hour days to build a business you love. In this episode, I’m kicking off a brand-new mini series sharing the key elements of what I call the Sustainable Success Structure — a framework I use with my clients to create a business that’s joyful, profitable, and actually suits your life. We’re starting with the foundations — and no, I don’t mean your...

What do I really think about Mondays? What’s my biggest fear? And have I ever seriously wanted to quit my business altogether? In this candid Ask Me Anything episode, I’m answering your questions — the easy ones, the awkward ones, and everything in between — about life, business, neurodiversity, money, motivation, and the very human side of being a solo business owner. You’ll hear about my real mo...

Ever wondered why some habits stick easily while others feel impossible? In this episode, I’m unpacking the real reason behind that — and how understanding yourself better is the key to making lasting change. Let me tell you — quitting smoking and drinking? Surprisingly easy for me. But daily exercise? That’s a whole different story. It got me thinking: some things are harder than others because o...

Your why is more than a marketing soundbite — it’s the compass that keeps you going when business feels hard, messy, or uncertain. In this episode, I’m diving deep into why your why matters more than you think. This week’s episode is a heartfelt one. I’m sharing how my own understanding of my why has shifted massively over the past 13 years in business — from simply wanting to do things differentl...

Let’s ditch the hustle-first mentality and start building your business in a way that actually supports your life — your energy, your values, and your reality. In this episode, I’m sharing: What a life-first business actually means (hint: it’s not about doing less, it’s about doing what matters) Why acknowledging your real-life responsibilities and limitations isn’t negative — it’s smart and susta...

We’re not here for fluffy resolutions or overwhelming “10k months” unless they truly mean something to you. In this episode, I’m talking about how to set goals that you’ll genuinely want to stick to — because they matter to you , not Instagram. We’ll explore: Why traditional goal setting often fails (and what to do instead) How to create goals based on how you want your life to feel — not just wha...

As 2023 draws to a close, I’m inviting you into a moment of honest reflection — not the “look how much money I made” kind, but the real, grounded, human kind. In this bonus episode, I’m sharing: Why leading with heart (not just head) was the most uncomfortable — and transformative — shift I made this year How saying no to 1:1 work and fully committing to Confidence to Grow has been my proudest ach...

I’ve been teaching social media since 2009 — yep, I’m a bit of a veteran — and I’ve seen it all. The trends, the algorithms, the obsession with follower counts, and the pressure to show up constantly. But here’s the truth: social media is just a tool. You’re allowed to use it on your own terms. In this episode, we’ll explore: How to work out why you're really using social media (and if it’s even w...

We’re diving into one of the most transformational tools in business (and life): saying no — kindly, confidently, and without spiralling into guilt or people-pleasing. If you've ever found yourself saying yes when you really wanted to say no, or booked something future-you just knew wouldn't feel right, I get it — and you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing: Why saying no is essential for y...

This one’s a heart-to-heart. Because if you’re working from home, on your own, building your business — it’s okay if some days feel really flipping lonely. Even if you're an introvert (like me). Even if you love your business. Even if it’s working on paper. Loneliness is a very real — and very common — part of life in business, and it’s time we talked about it. In this episode, I’m sharing: Why lo...

Let’s be honest — perfectionism is exhausting. It slows us down, stops us showing up, and tricks us into thinking we’re not ready, not polished, not good enough yet. But here’s the truth: done is better than perfect. And being real is always more powerful than being ‘perfect’. In today’s episode, we’re diving into: The difference between high standards and perfectionism Why chasing ‘perfect’ leads...

Let’s face it: modern business life is loud — with notifications, messages, and a hundred shiny things begging for your attention. And if you’re anything like me (hello fellow ADHDers!), focus doesn’t always come easily. That’s why in today’s episode, I’m sharing exactly how I stay on track and reduce distractions so I can actually finish what I start — and feel good about it. We’re talking: Why m...

Wobbles — those little moments of doubt, hesitation or “what the hell am I doing?” panic — are part and parcel of running a business. We all have them. Yes, even me. Yes, even after 13 years. Yes, even today. In this gentle, honest episode, I’m talking you through: What a “wobble” actually is (and why it’s not a failure) The most common causes — from comparisonitis to unmet expectations Why social...

Today’s episode is one big virtual hug. Because I know how easy it is to feel like you’re not measuring up — to someone else’s business, someone else’s energy levels, someone else’s idea of success. But here’s the truth: you are enough exactly as you are. In this gently rebellious episode, I’m talking about the pressure to constantly do more, be more, achieve more — and why that’s exhausting and u...

This one’s for you if business feels heavy right now — if you're buried in “shoulds,” chasing someone else’s version of success, and living in a state of low-level constant stress. Trust me, I’ve been there. In today’s episode, we’re unpacking what overwhelm really looks like for business owners (especially if you’re neurodivergent) and how to start shifting out of it by coming back to you . This...

What if everything you've been told about success — the house, the car, the 10k months — is just... noise? This week, we're redefining success on your terms. This episode is a gentle but powerful challenge to the traditional, flashy, externally-defined idea of “success” that floods our feeds and fuels our self-doubt. Who decided a Rolex, a team of ten, or 10,000 followers equals success? Because i...

We’re celebrating episode 101 by embracing the spirit of Room 101 — and chucking in all the business “advice” that’s never served us. From 5am starts to the obsession with 10k months, from soulless templates to pointless vanity metrics, I’m calling out the noise and reclaiming what actually matters in building a business that feels aligned, sustainable, and you . This episode is a mix of light-hea...

This is a big one. It’s episode 100 of Life in Business (🥳), and it just so happens to fall on the relaunch day of my book — Life in Business: Easy Ways to Work Less, Earn More and Embrace True Happiness . In today’s episode, I’m reflecting on the journey that brought me here: being diagnosed as autistic and ADHD in my 40s, understanding why business always felt like a puzzle, and finally being a...

Today we’re having a real heart-to-heart about why sales sometimes feel so flipping hard — and what to do instead. Spoiler: the answer isn’t “post more on Instagram.” In this episode, I’ll walk you through why more content doesn’t always mean more clients, and how the real fix is looking at your foundations , not your marketing tactics. I’ll share how pushing, forcing, and ‘more-ing’ your way to s...