THE PODCAST with Annelise Worn

Ever feel like you need to be someone else to show up confidently online? You're not alone. In this podcast episode, I chat with Jacqui Maloney, expert speaker coach , about stepping into confidence, building influence, and playing a strategic role both on social media and within your business. We dive into: How to show up with confidence—even when you don’t feel it The difference between auth...

How much should you REALLY share on socials? Personal branding can feel like a tightrope walk. You want to be authentic , but you also need to be strategic —so where's the line? In my latest podcast episode (The Podcast with Annelise Worn), I sit down with Personal Brand Strategist, Belle Rape to tackle this and much more about personal branding.  We dive into: The biggest mistakes people make...

Building a self-led agency team starts with giving them the freedom to own their roles, make decisions, and drive results. It’s about creating a clear vision and setting up systems that empower your team to work independently while ensuring they hit the key metrics that matter most. When your team knows exactly what’s expected of them—backed by training, mentoring, and accountability—it’s easier t...

I get asked a lot how I manage to run 2 successful businesses, homeschool four kids, and do it while travelling the world. So in this episode of The Podcast, I'm sharing the systems and strategies that make it all possible, allowing me to work just 3-5 hours a day, have time for exercise and with hubby, plus lots of time having fun. I’ll take you behind the scenes of my exact daily schedule th...

We talk about marketing and sales a lot.  But the truth about running an agency - or any business  is that once you crack the code - marketing and sales become the easiest part of running your business. The harder part is maintaining excellence and delivering quality results.  The way we make this simple is to productise your service.  That is, create a consistent framework for strategy, implement...

Didn’t get as much time off as you wanted this Christmas / NY break? Then it probably feels like you can’t grow.  Like there’s never enough profit. You need to oversee everything, You need to check all the work. Or … clients won’t get results.  Clients will be mad. Clients will leave. You won’t even have a business anymore.  If that’s where you’re at... The truth is, you’re the bottleneck that’s k...

Running your business without systems is like baking a cake with no recipe—it’s gonna be a mess. (Speaking from experience on both counts - eek!) Today, we’re talking about streamlining, automating, and building processes so you can focus on what you do best: delivering results.  No more flying by the seat of your pants fighting fires, let’s get your business working like a well oiled machine.  Yo...

In this episode, we’re diving into the process of creating a CEO-level schedule that supports your biggest goals—both in business and life. We’ll explore how to use your North Star vision as a guide, plan key events and sales activities throughout the year, and ensure your well-being is a top priority.  Remember, perfection isn’t the goal; this is about building a flexible map that can adapt as yo...

In today’s episode, we have a fantastic and very informative chat with Stacey Hanke. Being a pioneer in influential communication strategies, with 20 years research behind her, we discuss the things that really matter and how we can communicate as a leader, including: Building trust before we have influence Mindful listening Understanding our approach External perceptions Being authentically visib...

I sat down with Anna Brambilla from Time Maximizers to talk all things virtual assistants (VAs)—why you might need one, how to find the perfect fit, and what to do once they’re on board. We cover: The challenges that lead coaches & solopreneurs to hire a VA Mistakes to avoid when hiring How to prepare your business for a VA If you’re ready to reclaim your time and considering hiring your first...

Ever wondered what it really takes to give a TEDx talk?  In this episode, I'm sharing my personal journey from the initial idea spark to standing on that iconic red circle.  We'll explore the challenges of finding a TED-worthy idea, the refining process, the struggles with memorization, and the importance of performance.  This experience took way more from me than I’d imagined, and also gave me so...

Ever dreamt of ditching the daily grind and travelling the world with your family?   Me too!  In this episode, I'm sharing how I’ve set up my business to travel for six months with my husband and 4 children next year - working and schooling along the way.   I discuss the key elements of a freedom based business that can thrive even while you're travelling the world.  All through the lens of Strate...

This conversation is a part of the Worldschool Summit (Nov 11-13) On this episode, prepare to be inspired by the incredible Kelly Roach!  Kelly is a former NFL cheerleader, Fortune 500 executive, and an 8-figure entrepreneur who runs 6 companies.  She's also recently started homeschooling her daughter.  We dive deep into her journey, exploring her decision to homeschool, and how she balances runni...

So much to do and… not enough hours in the day? I feel you. And time management? What does that even mean? If you feel like to-do list is laughing at you, it’s time to get serious about managing how you spend your time. Tune in and let me show you how to prioritise like a pro and actually get things OFF YOUR LIST. WANT MORE? Connect on Instagram: http://instagram.com/anneliseworn Book a free Strat...

Sick of the inconsistent income seesaw?  One month you're drowning in projects, the next you're refreshing your inbox over and over … waiting for clients to materialise.  The problem? Your marketing system. Or lack of.  But it’s an easy one to fix. Phew!  Tune in and I’ll show you how to create a pipeline that keeps the projects rolling in, so you stop living month-to-month. WANT MORE? Connect on...

Tatiana Tsoir, CPA, MBA is an award-winning author and accountant, 3 times TEDx speaker and business turnaround advisor. A fervent believer that the key to happiness lies in entrepreneurship, Tatiana empowers entrepreneurship at every age. Over the last 19+ years, Tatiana has used her expertise in tax planning and price psychology to help hundreds of businesses uncover hidden revenue, build resili...

In this episode, we're busting the myth that good marketing needs to be flashy, viral, or trendy to work. If you're a B2B service provider like a freelancer, marketer, or virtual assistant, the truth is simple: good marketing isn't sexy —and that's a good thing! We dive into why consistency, trust, and relationship-building beat the glitz every time, and I’ll give you actionable strategies to focu...

Did you know less than 2% of women have broken the million dollar mark in business? My guest today is on a mission to change that. Victoria Hajjar from Ugli Ventures, says business can be a little ugly. Victoria specialises in helping female founded startups scale from 6 to 7 figures through sales optimisation, team building and leadership development to establish sustainable and profitable 7 figu...

I see you! Hustling to post socials in the hope to ‘get the word out’. But here’s the deal: posting on social media is *not* the answer. What works for coaches and personal brands is not the answer for B2B service providers. You’re lucky if 5% of your followers see your posts, and let’s be real, they’re not always your target clients, right?  Spending hours brainstorming clever captions and creati...

Elizabeth Dewar - Lizzy - is an Advertising Creative Director who branched out with her sister to start Violet Rae, a Brand Strategy and Communications Consultancy. They specialise in empowering SME’s and startups to build their brand. Being quite a new business, I love that we chatted about, and reflected on the early stages of business, taking the leap and doing all the things. Lizzy has stepped...

Maraya Brown is a Yale and Functional Medicine Trained Women’s Health Expert (CNM, MSN).  She runs The Women’s Vibrancy Code and is a Podcaster, Retreat Host and Facilitator, Mom, Wife, Keynote Speaker and Founder. She helps ambitious women build a legacy without burnout by helping them fine tune their nutrition, supplementation, mindset, passion and ascension from the past to a vibrant future. Sh...

Overworked, overwhelmed and underpaid? In this episode of The Podcast, we dive deep into this common issue and explore practical strategies to help you regain control of your schedule, increase your income, and rediscover the freedom that comes with freelancing. You don’t have to settle for living a chaotic, crazy busy schedule.  You get to choose. And yes, you really can have it all.  Tune in as...

I often get asked how I do alllll the things. Agency CEO Coach Homeschooling mumma Board member Wife And learn Greek, exercise, have time for hubby and travel.  Well - in this episode I’m spilling the tea on my best time management tips for busy business mummas.  Let me know which one you’re going to try!  WANT MORE? Connect on Instagram: http://instagram.com/anneliseworn Book a free Strategy Call...

In this episode of The Podcast with Annelise Worn, we debunk the common myths that you need a large audience, hours on social media content, an email list, ads, more qualifications, or a website to start a successful freelance business.  Instead, we focus on what you do need: The skill you already have An irresistible offer A stand-out proposal A way of talking to your ideal clients Let’s not over...

I realised something this week.  My business model isn't the norm.  It's not even something I hear talked about.  I hear a lot about scaling your coaching company.  The truth is, you need either a big audience, or a big budget to grow fast.  I hear a lot about building an agency.  If you don't want to work all the time, you need a big team.  The sweet spot is a little of both.  Tune in...