My Kind of Business

In this twentieth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Tia Harris – a Shropshire-based mum, coach and creator of The Motherhood Shift. Tia shares her powerful journey from corporate leadership into the world of coaching, where she now supports women in one of the most transformative seasons of life: motherhood. They explore how her childhood experiences shaped her business decisions,...

In this nineteenth solo episode of My Kind of Business, Alex opens up about the real, raw experience of navigating motherhood while running a business. Alex shares her personal journey through the chaos and joy of early motherhood - from the mental load of juggling multiple roles to the invisible weight of postnatal anxiety. She talks honestly about the guilt many mothers carry and the necessity o...

In this eighteenth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Kate Parslow; a warm, thoughtful interior designer based in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Kate’s journey into business is rooted in a lifelong love of creating spaces that feel personal and full of soul. It all started with a doll’s house her dad made her when she was ten — a moment that sparked her obsession with homes that truly refl...

In this seventeenth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Elena – a creative and multi-passionate business owner who runs not one but two unique businesses: a keepsake sewing business and a candy floss venture. Elena’s journey into entrepreneurship wasn’t planned – in fact, she calls herself an accidental business owner. After working night shifts in police custody and navigating life...

In this sixteenth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Helen Scotchford, Founder of The Face Therapist – an advanced skincare clinic based in Marston Moretaine, Central Bedfordshire. Helen’s journey into entrepreneurship started after years of struggling with her own skin issues and a deep passion for skincare. While still working in her corporate job she began studying skincare and s...

In this fifteenth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex shares some honest reflections and practical strategies for when business feels hard. Whether you're in a dip, feeling low on motivation, or just questioning what you're doing it all for, this episode is here to help you reset. Alex explores how to manage your energy, reconnect with what matters, and shift your focus back to creating rather th...

In this fourteenth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Nicole Bilham – founder of Wild Bird Marketing, a strategic marketing and sales agency for heart-led founders. After 13 years working in the commercial team at ITV, Nicole decided to leave corporate life behind and build something of her own. She launched her business in early 2019 with a clear intention: to create a business tha...

In this thirteenth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Faye Newman – founder of Faye Newman Design, a kitchen and bedroom design studio and host of the Love Your Kitchen podcast. Faye shares her refreshingly honest journey from childhood dreams of becoming a plumber to building a thriving design business and podcast — despite never imagining self-employment would be part of her story...

In this twelfth episode of My Kind of Business Alex is joined by Latifa Aarab – a leadership coach, cultural intelligence expert, and founder of Compatible. With roots in France, Morocco and the UK, and a career that’s taken her across four continents, Latifa shares how her multicultural upbringing and 17 years in the financial industry led her to the work she does today: helping leaders navigate...

In this eleventh episode of My Kind of Business, Alex returns for a solo episode to reflect on a question we don’t ask ourselves often enough — what does success really mean to you? We’re surrounded by messages that tie success to income, productivity and recognition. But when we stop and tune in, success can look and feel completely different — softer, slower, more aligned with our values and wel...

In this tenth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Liv, the soulful founder of Lunar Holistic Therapies based in Telford, Shropshire. What began as a career in pharmacy gradually transformed into a holistic therapy business rooted in energy, rest and reconnection. Liv shares how grief, intuition and a deep desire to support others led her to create a space for healing through massage,...

In this ninth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex sits down with Jules McGill - a Personal Trainer, Wellbeing Coach and speaker who left a stable teaching career to build a fitness business rooted in intuition, joy and empowerment. Jules opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of career change, how she learned to trust her gut, and why setting playful boundaries and stepping back from social m...

In this eighth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by intuitive mindfulness coach Holly Smith for a warm and powerful conversation about self-belief, mental health and building a business rooted in purpose. Holly shares her journey from aspiring vet to neurological physiotherapist, and how mindfulness supported her through anxiety and depression — ultimately leading her to start her own...

In this seventh episode of My Kind of Business, Alex reframes the way we think about sales and selling in business. If the idea of selling makes you feel icky, pushy, or uncomfortable, this conversation will help shift your mindset. Alex explores how sales can be an act of service - rooted in connection, empathy and real transformation. You’ll hear why focusing on outcomes over features, detaching...

In this sixth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is talking all about boundaries — something that so many business owners struggle with, especially when it comes to saying no. She explores what boundaries actually look like in business, how to get more comfortable with saying no (without feeling guilty), and why it’s such a powerful step in protecting your time, energy and growth. If you’ve ever...

In this fifth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by inner child healing coach Jessica Amy, who shares her powerful story of personal transformation. From uncovering the roots of her struggles through domestic abuse support, to rediscovering her true self through deep inner work, Jessica now supports other women to do the same—helping them reconnect with who they've always been beneath...

In this fourth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by lifestyle and performance coach Sasha Buy for a raw and inspiring conversation about change, identity and living in alignment with your values. Sasha shares her journey from aspiring healthcare professional to building a thriving personal training business, navigating a pandemic-induced pivot into online coaching and now stepping int...

In this third episode of My Kind of Business, Alex explores what it really takes to attract clients — without constantly relying on social media. If you’re tired of feeling like you have to show up online every day just to stay visible, this conversation is a breath of fresh air. Alex shares a different approach to marketing — one rooted in real connection, confidence and consistency. Whether you’...

In this episode, Alex McCarthy explores the powerful — and often emotional — identity shift that happens when you step into business ownership. She unpacks the inner challenges that can arise, from imposter syndrome and perfectionism to self-worth struggles and uncertainty. Alex shares why letting go of your old identity is essential for growth, how to start truly owning your new role, and practic...

In this second episode of My Kind of Business, Alex McCarthy chats with Jo Bolton — co-founder of Flourish Socials — about her unexpected path from aspiring childcare worker to creative entrepreneur. Jo shares how she entered the world of business through network marketing, eventually transitioning into social media management and founding Flourish with her best friend and business partner, Becki....

If you’ve ever felt like the business world is full of cookie-cutter advice that doesn’t really fit you, this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. I’m Alex McCarthy, a Certified NLP Mindset Coach and Business Mentor, and I created My Kind of Business because I wish this podcast had existed when I was starting out. Business isn’t one-size-fits-all and success doesn’t follow a straight line. That...