PR Made Simple

Tired of being held hostage by Instagram's constant algorithm changes? It's time for a different approach. In this episode, PR expert Pippa breaks down why algorithm dependency is keeping your business small and what to do instead. She shares how the biggest moments of growth in her own business came from PR opportunities - not Instagram posts - and reveals how members are using strategi...

You're showing up. You're putting yourself out there. People see you. But are they remembering you? Are they converting into clients? Are you being known as THE go-to expert in your field? In this episode, PR expert Pippa Goulden debunks the visibility myth that's keeping established business owners stuck. Because here's the truth: being seen isn't enough. Visibility doesn...

What happens when you quit your corporate job, move back in with your mum, and start making overnight oats in her kitchen? If you're Lauren O'Donnell, you build a nationally-stocked brand using the power of storytelling and strategic PR. In this episode, Lauren shares how she: Transformed handwritten-label pots into a product stocked in 650+ Holland & Barrett stores, Ocado, and Selfr...

Ready to make 2026 YOUR year? In this episode, Pippa Goulden gets real about why waiting until January to work on your PR strategy is costing you opportunities right now. If you've spent 2025 feeling frustrated—knowing you should be pitching yourself, landing podcast features, and securing speaking gigs, but defaulting to endless Instagram content instead—this episode is your wake-up call. In...

Trust has bottomed out. People have been burned by gurus, courses that didn't deliver and "experts" who were making it up as they went along. The old ways of doing things aren't working in the same way anymore - you can't just post on Instagram and expect clients to roll in. But here's the thing: while everyone else is panicking about the trust recession, you can be b...

Ro Fielden-Cook is the founder of The She Collective, a health and wellbeing membership for midlife women. In this episode, she gets brutally honest about building a business and the PR tactics that actually work for her business (spoiler: it's not trending audios). From being featured on Sophie Ellis-Bextor's podcast to winning national awards and securing a 6-page spread in Top Santé m...

Ever wondered how to transform career upheaval into entrepreneurial success? Meet Emma Thomas, who turned redundancy into opportunity and built herself into one of the UK's leading voices in midlife and menopause. In this inspiring episode, Emma shares exactly how she's got known for what she does - from launching her top-25 ranked podcast "Middling Along" with a secondhand mic...

Pippa's getting personal - in this tell-all episode, PR expert Pippa Goulden is deep-diving into the decision that transformed her nearly 5-year-old business. In this episode, Pippa deep dives into what happened when she stopped fear running the show and how she landed a big industry speaking opportunity that's helped to transform her business.  Her biggest takeaway? "Send the f*cki...

You've been building in the shadows long enough. If you're brilliant at what you do but somehow invisible in your industry, this episode is for you. Small Biz PR Expert Pippa Goulden dives into why building your personal profile (not personal brand!) matters, what's really stopping you from stepping out, and most importantly, how to get started without feeling like a fraud. In this...

Ready to harness that back-to-school energy for your PR?  September is like New Year without the pressure - and it's the perfect time to get your PR strategy moving. In this episode small business PR expert Pippa Goulden gives her top tips on getting your PR started (or restarted)  Whether you're focused Q4 Christmas sales, or have one eye on 2026, Pippa gives her top tips on how to have...

In this conversation, Pippa Goulden and psychologist, coach and business consultant Leila Ainge discuss the concept of imposter phenomenon, particularly among female entrepreneurs.  In this episode they discuss: - What Imposter Phenomenon is and what we can do about it - Comparison culture and how to navigate it (it's not what you think!) - The peer group paradox - The benefits of community a...

In this episode Small Business PR expert Pippa Goulden answers the question whether you should down PR tools over the summer or keep going (Spoiler alert: Keep going!) Discovery how to keep the momentum going, what opportunities there are for your business over the summer and tips on how to approach it.  And once you've had a listen  you can explore the different ways of working with me:  - W...

In this solo episode Small business PR expert Pippa Goulden is flipping the script on what it really takes to be seen, heard, and successful. This isn’t about pitching templates or press release hacks — it’s about the inner and outer habits of the wildly successful women she surrounds herself with (and how you can adopt them too). Expect equal parts mindset, real talk, and strategic action — all s...

Sophie Griffiths is a business growth strategist and Meta™ Ads expert known for helping impatiently ambitious women scale their business by growing an audience of super fans.  In this episode small biz PR expert Pippa Goulden talks to Sophie about how PR and ads work so well together and why an integrated approach is a must for your marketing strategy.  Pippa and Sophie discuss: - Why ads fail  -...

If PR is on your To Do list in 2025 and you've not quite got to it yet, then this is the episode for you. Small biz PR expert Pippa Goulden is here to call you out on your excuses and get you unstuck and taking action once and for all. She addresses common obstacles such as overthinking, prioritisation issues, and reliance on social media as the sole marketing strategy.  Pippa emphasises the...

In this episode, small business PR expert Pippa Goulden explores whether awards should be part of your PR strategy. She breaks down how to evaluate awards, use them strategically, and avoid common pitfalls that can waste your time and money. Takeaways Not all awards are created equally; do your research. Look for credible judging panels and past winners' experiences. Awards can provide third-...

In this episode, small business PR expert Pippa Goulden discusses the essential strategies for effective Christmas PR planning, emphasising the importance of starting early, setting clear goals, and understanding the PR opportunities for your business. She provides actionable steps for small businesses to enhance their visibility and credibility during the festive season.  Pippa also highlights th...

Marketing and business strategist Alice Benham is living proof you don't need an expensive PR agency to get known for what you do. In this power-packed episode, small biz PR expert Pippa Goulden talks to the business strategist, podcaster and bestselling author about how she's built her name for herself and got known for what she does. From her mega book launch that involved 85 different...

In this episode, PR expert Pippa Goulden talks to James Sills, who transitioned from being a secondary school teacher to a successful singing entrepreneur and BBC collaborator.  James shares his PR journey from writing his book "Do Sing" to founding Sofa Singers during lockdown, which catapulted him into the media spotlight, and all the brilliant things that have come since.   The conver...

In this episode of PR Made Simple, small business PR expert Pippa Goulden chats with Nicole Higgins, a leading retail expert with 20 years of experience working with brands like M&S and Primark.  Nicole shares her insights on key retail trends for 2025, how small business owners can incorporate these trends into their PR strategy, and her journey building her own profile as a go-to expert acro...

In this episode, small business PR expert Pippa Goulden chats with the fabulous Rebecca Cracknell -  coach, mentor, and former teacher who's transformed her approach to putting herself out there after completing Pippa's Get Known group sprint.  What's in store: How Rebecca went from "I'm not ready for press" to bagging  publication in a major outlet in mere weeks (spo...

Ooh this is a goodie - buckle in and prepare to have everything you think about rejection thrown out of the window.  In this episode, Pippa chat to brand designer Liz Mosley about her Rejection Challenge - where she set out to get 100 rejections in her business. In this chat Liz reveals how deliberately seeking rejection has transformed her business, mindset and opened doors to unexpected opportun...

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the endless PR possibilities for your small business? In this actionable episode, small business PR expert Pippa Goulden breaks down how to transform PR from an overwhelming monster into a manageable (and even enjoyable!) part of your business strategy. Join Pippa as she shares practical tips to: Develop a focused PR strategy aligned with your business goals Break do...

PR expert Pippa Goulden sits down with the incredible Dr. Liz O'Riordan, whose journey from breast cancer surgeon to becoming a prominent advocate for cancer awareness and patient care. She discusses the challenges she faced after her diagnosis, the importance of finding purpose through adversity, and how she has leveraged her experiences to educate and empower others. Liz emphasizes the sign...

In this episode PR expert Pippa Goulden chats to Nicky Elliott, founder of The Wilder Collective, an online community for female founders and freelancers. Nicky shares her refreshingly honest journey from a 15-year career in events to launching a children's clothing brand, which ultimately evolved into creating a thriving community where women in business support each other. What We Cover: Ni...