The Rebellious Business Show

Starting out with barely any followers, no email list, and wondering where on earth your next client will come from? Today, I’m breaking down the exact three things I’d focus on if I was starting from zero — and spoiler: they’re not the shiny “pro” moves you think you need. We’ll talk about: 🚫 What NOT to waste your time and money on (sorry, your logo isn’t saving you) 🤝 How to actually get noti...

Ever feel like you’re doing all the things — posting on socials, showing up to networking events, tweaking your website — yet wondering if any of it’s actually moving the needle? Today, Cordelia is unpacking what “wasting time” in business really looks like… and it’s probably not what you think. She shares: ✅ Why those “random” actions might be planting seeds you can’t see yet ✅ The sneaky perfe...

House full of kids. Client calls to prep for. A monster to-do list. And a brain throwing out 101 “good reasons” not to show up. Last week, Cordelia let those excuses win — and skipped Going Live Anyway for an entire week. Today, she’s back on air unpacking the sneaky way “valid reasons” can quietly morph into momentum-killing excuses… and how to flip them so they stop running the show. If you’ve b...

Think writing high-converting copy is about finding the perfect words? It’s not. It’s about hitting the right angle — the one that actually connects with your people — and then giving it enough context so they know exactly what you’re talking about. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I test angles (with and without ads), what our top-performing ones have taught me about our audie...

Most people think a great lead magnet is about what you give away . But if you want high quality clients — the kind who actually engage, buy, and stick around — it’s not about the thing at all. It’s about the connection you create. In this episode, I’m breaking down why live lead magnets (like webinars, networking events, or trainings) consistently outperform PDFs, checklists, and other passive fr...

Feeling torn between showing up consistently and not burning out? Or pricing yourself fairly without scaring off dream clients? In this episode, Cordelia breaks down a juicy double-whammy question: how to build credibility online without frying your nervous system — and how to stay “affordable” without sacrificing your own income. She shares: Why competing on price is a trap (and how to escape it)...

Ever wondered what actually grows a Facebook group that doesn’t just look good on paper — but converts like hell in practice? Today, Cordelia spills the rebellious receipts on how we grew The Rebellious Business Network to over 4,500 humans (and over £500K in sales) — starting entirely organically. No fluff. No bots. No “engagement tricks.” Just word of mouth, high-value events, and a strategy tha...

No one’s inviting you to speak yet? Cool. Here’s how to fix that—without waiting around for permission. In this episode, Cordelia shares exactly how she went from zero invites to speaking at Expert Empires, AdCon, and landing five gigs in one week—without paying to play, having a fancy showreel, or waiting for anyone to “discover” her. What you’ll get: 🎤 Why “speaking for free” isn’t a downgrade—...

You’re showing up, posting content, maybe even getting likes, comments, the occasional “🔥” emoji… But no one’s buying. Wtf, right? In this episode, we’re digging into the weird (but totally normal) gap between visibility and sales—and what to actually do about it. Cordelia breaks down: ⚡️ Why social lurkers ≠ sales (and why that’s not your fault) ⚡️ The invisible mistake most business owners ma...

Just starting your business and wondering how the hell you’re supposed to get clients without a website, a funnel, or a clue where to begin? In this episode, I’m giving you the real talk on how to land your first paying clients fast — without overthinking, overbuilding, or overspending. You’ll learn: ⚡️ Why “build it and they will come” is BS ⚡️ The power of minimum viable offers (aka Zoom calls...

Sick of staring at your screen wondering what to post next — and if it’s even worth the effort? In this episode, I’m breaking down the myth that you have to spend hours crafting content to get clients. Spoiler: social media isn’t your sales system — it’s the entry point. I’m sharing exactly how I create loads of high-converting content (without spending my life in Canva), why your email list is yo...

Feeling like you’re juggling a million things, running on no time, and tempted to hide under a blanket instead of showing up? Yeah… same. This one’s raw and real. In this episode, I share exactly how I navigated that anxious Monday energy — and the powerful mindset practices that pulled me out of fight-or-flight mode and back into showing up. Then I answer a BIG question: What’s the most overlooke...

Feeling like you’ve done nothing this year… but also kinda everything? Same. In this episode of The Rebellious Business Show, we’re digging into the weird contradiction of being halfway through 2025 and wondering where the time went, while also realising you’ve probably achieved more than you think (especially if you’re juggling work, kids, clients, and the rest of life’s circus). We also tackle s...

Ever feel like you’re stuck saying the same thing over and over? You’re not alone. In this episode, we talk about how to stay consistent with your message—without sounding like a broken record or boring your own face off. I dive into the concept of “bridging”—aka how to talk about literally anything and still make it relevant to your business. From sweeping the garden to dinosaur fossils (yes, rea...

Some days, showing up feels like climbing Everest in flip-flops. This was one of those days. No strategy talk. No clever tips. Just a raw, honest check-in from a rebel mum, business owner, and human being who didn’t want to hit “go live”… but did it anyway. Here’s what this episode holds: 🧠 Thoughts on keeping promises to yourself, even when everything feels off 💬 A look at what “showing up” rea...

Multitasking chaos, forgotten live links, and a baby somewhere in the background, but we’re still here. If you’ve ever told yourself you “don’t have time” to show up… this one’s gonna hit. Today’s live tackles a biggie: How do I show up more authentically, without cringing, overthinking, or pretending to be someone I’m not? Here’s what we get into: 🎭 Why “being yourself” sounds simple—but is actu...

Baby vom, multitasking fails, lost livestreams, and yet, here we are. If you’ve ever doubted whether you’re “too much” or “not polished enough” to show up, this one’s for you. Today’s live tackles the question that haunts every rebel with something to sell: How can I write the best email to make my potential clients curious about my services? Here’s what we get into: 📬 The truth about curiosity-p...

This week on The Rebellious Business Show, we’re diving beak-first into the ridiculous, the rebellious, and the downright relatable. If you’ve ever run an ad campaign that flopped harder than a deadlift duck, or found yourself arguing with your brother-in-law while accidentally using your sister’s phone number... this one’s for you! Inside this week’s episode: 🐥 Caroline unveils the now-iconic ru...

Suspended kids, sports day chaos, missing yellow t-shirts—and yet, here we are. If you’ve ever wanted to crawl under the duvet instead of introduce yourself in a breakout room, this one’s for you. Today’s live tackles one of the most-Googled-but-never-satisfyingly-answered questions in networking: How the hell do I break the ice and introduce myself without sounding like a boring robot? Here’s wha...

If you’re tired of shouting into the void, this episode is for you. Caroline and I threw ourselves behind the mic—complete with baby babble, washing-machine hum, and unfiltered chaos—to tackle Ian’s burning question : How do I create more opportunities to start conversations (hello clients!)? Here’s what we dive into: 🔍 Be a pillar, not a scattergun – Focus on one community (even if it’s under 1k...

Going Live for 30 Days... with a Baby and a Bit of Imposter Syndrome Yep, you read that right. I’ve challenged myself to go live every day for 30 days... even with a newborn in the background, a bouncy chair just off screen, and a lingering cloud of imposter syndrome whispering, “Who do you think you are?” In this kick-off episode, I share why I’m doing this, what’s been holding me back, and how I...

Ever feel like you’re drowning in business advice that just doesn’t sit right? One guru says “follow this formula,” another swears “do the exact opposite” —meanwhile, you’re stuck wondering who to believe (and why every expert calls the others a fraud). In today’s episode, we cut through the noise and get real about: 📌 Messy Action vs. Perfection Paralysis – Why Caroline’s latest workshop didn’t...

What Went Down? 📌 The Great Gift Debate: Why do we pretend to love gifts we secretly hate? Cordelia and Caroline get hilariously real about re-gifting, awkward thank-yous, and that one present that left them speechless. 🎁😂 📌 The Truth About Rebellious Business: Think we just run networking events? Think again! Cordelia spills the story behind the Rebellious Business Network, why she doesn’t ac...

Get ready for an episode full of surprises and top-tier insights on The Rebellious Business Show ! 🎤 In this hilarious and insightful episode, Kennedy, the Email Marketing Hero, takes us on a wild journey—from the time he met the Queen while performing in an opera (yep, you read that right!) to his no-BS approach to email marketing that doesn’t make you want to throw up in your mouth. 😆 Not only...

What if you could create a sales page so magnetic it does all the heavy lifting for you—filtering out the tire-kickers, pre-qualifying your leads, and leading people straight into action? This episode of The Rebellious Business Show is all about mastering the art of a high-converting sales page. Whether you’re stuck on how to structure it or just need the inside track on what makes one work, Carol...