The Small Business Podcast - from Breakout

Starting out can be difficult, so you must find away to show what you can do and most importantly how you're different so people will choose you over the competition.  This week we have a fantastic interview with none other than Sophie from Berries and Basil.  Sophie shares her journey from just starting out to making her mark through her incredible floristry skills.  If your looking for idea...

This week Farley is away, so that give us a chance to catch up with the incredible Nisha!  So much more than a friendly face, Nisha plays a huge role in helping Farley, our Breakout Besties and other partners with creating and managing a content schedule, creating products, planning events and much much more! Remember Nisha is available to discuss your design, event ideas and product launches, so...

Imitation, is it a compliment, or is it an attack on you and your business?  Of course, there are many businesses that do the same thing - cleaning, coffee, cutting hair - at a basic level they all do the same thing, but it's our personality, our twist on ideas or specialist expertise that can set us apart.   This week Farley guides us through what and how someone can take inspiration from yo...

This week we bring you part 2 of a recording where Farley was joined by the Finance Guy - financial planner Ian Brightwell. Ian and Farley discuss how important understanding your financial situation is to help you secure a better future.  We all have a relationship with money, but even the most educated people make the mistakes of making decisions that will impact them in the long run.  So if you...

This week we bring you part 1 of a recording where Farley was joined by the Finance Guy - financial planner Ian Brightwell. Ian shares how you can make your money go further with practical strategies for optimising your money management. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode will help you if you're wondering how to make your business work for you now and in...

What would happen if you lost your social media accounts? Or if your reach falls off a cliff?  Disaster right? No way of promoting your business, updating clients on what you're up to, or sharing new products or services.  Unfortunately it could happen, either by accident or design, you need to be proactive in finding a way to back-up your audience, tune into this weeks bitesize episode where...

I this episode we welcome you back for part 2 of the conversation with Greg from Sunshine and Green. He shares his journey of encouraging people to embrace a seasonal variety of fruits and vegetables. Through his organic farming practices and direct sales at farmers markets and his veg box system, Greg has not only helped people eat healthier but also fostered a deeper emotional connection with th...

This week we are excited to bring you the story of how Greg has turned a passion for growing into a business that is changing the way we think about food. From the sustainability of where our food is sourced to the consideration of creating an environmentally friendly way of farming. If you know Farley, you know that she likes a chat, this mixed in with Greg's passion meant that this weeks ep...

Welcome to another bitesize episode where Farley shares answers to the common questions she gets asked about TikTok and Instagram Reels.  If your lost on where to focus your energy, if you want to know the difference between the two platforms and some best practices for creating content for each, then be sure to listen into this weeks bitesize episode.  Support the show

Welcome to  this first edition of the Suffolk Creative Spaces mini series, where we share some exciting news (and the behind the scenes) of how we are building a new business. Be sure to tune in to hear Farley and Liam discuss how they have taken an idea and turned it into an exciting new business. In this episode we discuss how we have researched, tested and brought to life different ideas to hel...

This week we are joined by Shelley, the founder of Finnegan’s Whiskers. Shelley and Farley (and their feline friends) discuss how Shelley has built her business that's purring with purpose. Join us as we discuss how although many people may think business owners have "the best job in the world" it actually has many hidden aspects that need to come into play. To pay Shelley and Finne...

This week see's our podcast producer - Liam join us to discuss what type of content you should focus on creating to grow your business.  In this insightful episode of ‘Content Length Matters’ we delve into the art and science of content creation for businesses.  We know this is a question that we all think about when promoting our businesses, so together Farley and Liam unpack the advantages...

This week we take a look at the amazing start one of our listeners has made promoting their business. Abi messaged in to thank us for the inspiration but explained how, being brand new, she wasn't sure how to attract new customers to her business that started just a month ago. So this week we are sharing tips on how to set up and share on your social media accounts to promote your business. T...

Join us this week as we are joined by the multi award winning celebrant Ruth Sailsbury-Higgs. Join us as we learn about Ruth's captivating journey that traces the remarkable story of how she went from an ordinary individual with an idea, to someone who has built huge success in doing what they love! Discover how a sharing her interest in love and relationships, helped Ruth not just build her...

In this Bitesize episode we cover the question on business owners mind, where should I market my business? Well, the simple answer is, it depends... But, the best answer we can give you, without having a better understanding of what you do, is to .... Market where your target market are spending their time.  Remember, you don't have to be on every platform, if your ideal customer is an older...

Not something that many of us get excited about - let's be honest, if it was we would all be accountants.  But keeping on top of your finances is vital for your business to thrive!  This week Farley takes us through the do's and don'ts of book keeping, from tracking income to recording your expenses.  Remember to choose an option that works best for you, as long as you have a method...

Ever fancied starting a business of your own? Keep getting told "You should do that for yourself" but then not knowing what to do? In this episode Farley explains how you can get started, taking you through the basics you need to do (keeping track of the income and expenses), and the other options you have when starting your business.  Support the show

This week we are delighted to bring you the story behind Rob and Julie's success ,as they share their journey building their business that has seen them turn a love for training dogs, into a thriving business, one paw at a time. Join us as we dig into the secrets behind Sea Dogs Training’s entrepreneurial triumphs and learn how they transformed canine expertise into online assets that is help...

This week we are delving into why being proud and confident in and of your business, can help you to stand out and be attractive to your ideal customers! If you have ever felt unsure, like an imposter, then this episode is perfect for you! Because embracing your unique qualities and authentic offer can set you apart from the competition, helping you to build a brand that shouts about not just what...

Introducing Breakout Besties! Our new service that will give you access to our expertise, whilst connecting you to a community of likeminded entrepreneurs who are just keen to develop and grow their business along side you. Being a Breakout Bestie means that you will get answers from our experienced team and network of recommended professionals, which can be taken in confidence. (Instead of wastin...

Branding in a nutshell, is what your business says about crafting a memorable business identity.  This week Farley is joined by podcast producer Liam as they dive into some of the do's and don'ts of branding.  So if you're starting a business and aren't sure what you need to create your own brand, Or if you're keen to uncover the pivotal role of a brand in the business lan...

In case you missed the last networking meeting (held on the last Tuesday of the month), we're excited to bring you the talk  Fliss from Felicitys Driver Training. Fliss shares how she had the realisation that she needed to become a MII, and explains why you should think about doing the same. Now a MII isn't a character version of yourself, that you may remember creating on the Nintendo W...

Have you had a negative comment on Social Media, that wasn't exactly fair?  Have you found that people are negative towards what you are sharing? If yes, then don't worry, you're not alone. This week Farley shares the positives as well as the negatives of her open and honest approach to sharing her business journey on Social Media and answers your questions about how to overcome any...

This week Farley was asked to attend a meeting, which meant the Nerd was joined by podcast producer Liam, to talk all things Tech. We run through some of the frequently asked questions in this episode, to help answer some of the questions you may have about buying new laptops, phones and printers. What's included when setting up your website and some do's and don'ts when considering...

If you find yourself trying to move things from one place to another, or maybe you're still stuck with a thousand bits of paper and endless to-do lists, it's time to pause and make a few changes.  These changes could be as simple as linking your phone, tablet and computer, so you have the information you need, when you want it.  Or maybe you want to sort out your diary, by adding a booki...