Women On Purpose

Dive into the world of sustainable lingerie with Marta B Colman, founder of Aberdevine Lingerie, a luxury underwear brand. This episode explores Marta's journey from economist to lingerie designer, her innovative approach to size-adjustable bras, and her commitment to eco-friendly materials. Marta talks about how she overcame industry scepticism, sourced recycled fabrics, and created a capsule col...

Join Toni and Lesley as they chat with Laura Wilkes, the coach behind Communicating for Impact. Laura shares her inspiring journey from rural UK to living in China for 12 years, before embarking on her entrepreneurial adventure in Switzerland. Packed with valuable insights on overcoming fears, finding your authentic voice, and leveraging podcasting for business growth, this episode will leave you...

Toni and Lesley are joined by Sarah Schiewe, a ceramic artist who specialises in bringing stories to life through her unique pieces. Sarah shares her inspiring journey of self-discovery, from leaving a creative but restrictive job to starting her own business, Schiewe Ceramics. Listeners will learn about the importance of creativity, identity, and following their passions KEY TAKEAWAYS Listening t...

In this episode, Toni and Lesley interview career coach Bev Nickson. Bev shares her expertise in navigating career transitions, optimising LinkedIn profiles, and overcoming the challenges of job searching. With valuable insights on the importance of self-branding and maintaining a positive mindset, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take their career to the next level. KEY TAKEAWA...

Richard Holmes, the founder of Global Anthem, shares his journey of creating a new communication system for people where language is a barrier to understanding. He describes the challenges, experiences, and impact of his work with refugees and the development of a non-verbal communication system. Richard, Toni, and Lesley discuss the importance of human connection and the need for support in Richa...

Join Toni and Lesley as they sit down with the creative and entrepreneurial powerhouse, Guna Meldere, for an engaging conversation about her inspiring journey from Latvia to Scotland. Discover the power of resilience, the importance of pursuing your passions, and the fascinating world of Human Design. Guna's unique insights and experiences will leave you motivated and eager to embrace your authent...

Toni and Lesley chat with the incredible Eula Clarke. Eula shares her journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship and offers practical advice on how to elevate your life and career. Discover the importance of resilience, building strong relationships, and giving back to your community. Eula's wisdom, coupled with her new book "A Call to Elevate," will leave you motivated to pursue your pa...

Toni and Lesley are joined by the fabulous Hannah Walker, who shares her rollercoaster journey from a nightmare corporate role to starting her own successful business. This is a conversation full of laughter, hard-hitting truths, and game-changing advice that will leave you inspired and ready to tackle anything. KEY TAKEAWAYS Leaving a toxic corporate environment can be the catalyst for discoverin...

Join Toni and Lesley as they dive into the inspirational story of Lindsey Fish, a woman who has come full circle in her career. From corporate life to successful entrepreneurship and back again, Lindsey shares her journey of overcoming postnatal depression, battling alcohol addiction, and finding her true purpose. Discover how she turned her struggles into a powerful drive to help others through h...

Join Toni and Lesley as they chat with the fantastic Vicki Jakes, an online marketing expert specialising in web optimisation and helping businesses boost their sales through Facebook. Vicky shares her inspiring journey of starting her own business while juggling motherhood, overcoming challenges, and finding purpose in her work. Discover valuable insights on remote team management, personal growt...

Join us for the very first episode of Women on Purpose! Toni and Lesley chat with Jo Burford, Head of UK Community at TikTok. Jo shares her fascinating career journey from a traditional marketing role to working with influencers and creators at companies like Twitter and TikTok. She offers valuable insights on networking, staying true to oneself, and leveraging social media platforms like TikTok f...