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A Funny Thing Called Business

A Funny Thing Called Business

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3年之前 35:57

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In this episode Clare, along with Darren, Kate, Pete and special guest Kate Hollingsworth, talk about visibility.

- What does visibility mean when it comes to your business?

- Is there a RIGHT and WRONG way to be visible?

- What do the group see as the biggest challenge?

- And which one of them wants to just 'Let It All Hang Out'

As always, there is a lot of value in this episode - but also plenty to laugh at too!

Remember - as a business owner, you're not alone!

Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk Kate Hollingsworth can be found here: https://katehollingsworth.co.uk/branding/

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#Pete Talks

Let's Get Visible!

published 3年之前

MP3•单集首页

In this episode Clare, along with Darren, Kate, Pete and special guest Kate Hollingsworth, talk about visibility.

- What does visibility mean when it comes to your business?

- Is there a RIGHT and WRONG way to be visible?

- What do the group see as the biggest challenge?

- And which one of them wants to just 'Let It All Hang Out'

As always, there is a lot of value in this episode - but also plenty to laugh at too!

Remember - as a business owner, you're not alone!

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Leaving The Corporate Life To Start A Business - with Paul Faulkner 31:01

7 weeks之前31:01

31:01

On this episode, Clare, Kate, Darren & Pete welcome Paul Faulkner, co-founder of Element 45 to the podcast. Paul discusses his journey to his current role - and how it worked with him leaving the corporate life behind and starting his own business in his 40's. Of course, there's plenty of laughs and smiles along the way! Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://cudoscreative.co.uk/ Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Element45 https://www.element45.co.uk/…

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Deals, Discounts & Sales - When Should You Drop Your Prices? 34:19

11 weeks之前34:19

34:19

On this episode of the podcast Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about what is the right time to discount your prices and do deals with potential customers. They discuss: - Should you have something like 'mates rates'? - Can a discount be damaging in the long term? - What's got Pete all riled up? As always, there are plenty of laughs and smiles along the way! Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://cudoscreative.co.uk/ Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk…

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Falling In & Out Of Love With Your Business 35:09

15 weeks之前35:09

35:09

In this episode Clate - along with Darren, Kate & Pete - talk about falling in and out of love with your business. This episode was recorded in the middle of November 2024, so we find out just how the four business owners are feeling about their own businesses in this quite turbulent time. They cover: - How do you cope when you're not feeling positive about the business? - Why owning a business is a little like a marriage. - What would Chat GPT call itself, instead of Chat GPT? Of course, plenty of smiles and laughs along the way! Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://cudoscreative.co.uk/ Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Bondfield Marketing https://www.instagram.com/bondfieldmarketing/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/bondfieldmarketing/…

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When Is It Time To Exit Your Business? 33:41

19 weeks之前33:41

33:41

In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about Exiting Your Business - not that any of tjem are on the verge of quitting! They discuss whether or not you should have an exit plan in place when you start your business; what is the biggest challenge in creating an exit plan - and which one of the group is read to take up Shark Wrestling! Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://cudoscreative.co.uk/ Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Bondfield Marketing https://www.instagram.com/bondfieldmarketing/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/bondfieldmarketing/…

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Being The Face Of Your Business 37:36

24 weeks之前37:36

37:36

In this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about being the face of your business. The discuss: - The challenges of 'putting yourself out there' when it comes to your business - How much do you share, and what do you keep back? - What does Weekend Clare look like? Of course, there are plenty of smiles and laughs along the way too! Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://cudoscreative.co.uk/ Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Bondfield Marketing https://www.instagram.com/bondfieldmarketing/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/bondfieldmarketing/…

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How To Keep Developing Your Skills In Your Business 27:28

28 weeks之前27:28

27:28

On this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about making sure that you keep developing your skills within your business. They'll discuss: - Why 'Every day is a school day' applies more in your own business - How you can keep on top of all of the changes in your industry - Why does Clare have the OPPOSITE of Imposter Syndrome? - What is it with Pete and a sty? Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://cudoscreative.co.uk/ Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Bondfield Marketing https://www.instagram.com/bondfieldmarketing/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/bondfieldmarketing/…

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How To Avoid Business Burnout 31:49

33 weeks之前31:49

31:49

On this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about the issue of burnout - something which many business owners have to contend with! They discuss: - What are the signs of burnout - How do we deal with it, or prevent it? - Some of the challenges with having to cope with it whilst running our business - Did Kate really have to go to Ibiza because of burnout? As always, plenty of laughs along the way too! Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://cudoscreative.co.uk/ Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Highlander Press: https://www.linkedin.com/company/highlander-press/ https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpress https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpress/…

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Is There A Right Age For Starting Your Business? 34:22

37 weeks之前34:22

34:22

in this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about age. Is there a right age to start a business? Can you be too old? In this episode they discuss: - Does age influence how you get started? - Can you life experience actually work against you? - What is 'other dimension' Kate up to now? As always, there's plenty of vlue in this episode - as well as plenty to smile about. Remember - you're not on your own! Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://cudoscreative.co.uk/ Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Highlander Press: https://www.linkedin.com/company/highlander-press/ https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpress https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpress/…

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Is AI Going To Take Over Our Business? 39:47

42 weeks之前39:47

39:47

In this episode, Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about AI; how we currently interract with it, and whether it's due to put us all out of business any time soon. The group discuss: - Whether not we use AI in our business currently - Are we in Camp Accept or Camp Fear - Why AI is like 'Unexpected Item In Bagging Area'! :0) As always, plenty of smiles and laughs along the way. No matter where you are in your business journey, we're here to show you that you're not alone! Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://cudoscreative.co.uk/ Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Highlander Press: https://highlanderpressbooks.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/highlander-press/ https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpress https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpress/…

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Following The Right Path To Leadership 40:20

45 weeks之前40:20

40:20

In this episode Clare, Kate, Darren & Pete all look at what it means to be a leader within your business. They discuss: - The main challenges in being a leader, as well as a business owner - When to realise that you are a leader - How does 'leadership' differ between staff and freelancers? - What's going on with Darren's pants? As always, there are plenty of laughs and smiles along the way too. Listen right to the end for a little outtake from the recording! Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://cudoscreative.co.uk/ Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Ark Media: https://arkmedia.co.uk/…

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The Starts & The Stops Of Your Customer Journey 26:02

50 weeks之前26:02

26:02

On this episode the group talk about The Customer Journey. Should every business have one? How valuable is it? And how does it tie in with Kate's "mantra" being written on a wall somewhere in New Street station? As well as plenty of opportunity to smile and laugh along, there are some great pieces of value in this episode too! Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://cudoscreative.co.uk/ Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk…

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Lights, Camera, Marketing! The Power Of Video Marketing 30:59

1 year之前30:59

30:59

In this episode of the podcast Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk all about video marketing. The group discuss: - How using yourself in marketing builds personal connection. - Why video marketing brings personality and interaction. - What is it with Darren and Spiderman? As always, there are plenty of laughs along the way too! Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://cudoscreative.co.uk/ Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Ark Media Group: https://arkmedia.co.uk/ info@arkmedia.co.uk…

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How To Set Business Goals That Achieve 36:21

1 year之前36:21

36:21

On this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete look to start the year off right (not that you should set goals JUST at the beginning of the year) by talking about Setting Business Goals. In this episode, the group cover: 00:00 Business growth course led to ambitious goals. 06:21 Initial mindset against setting goals for business. 10:04 Be realistic, fail, but set goals anyway. 12:36 Importance of sharing vision and setting goals. 14:37 Regret over not investing in Apple stock. 18:49 Adapting goals, finding joy in achievement. 21:56 Setting more ambitious goals, constantly striving to improve. 26:42 Holistic goal setting for personal and business. 30:43 Achieving long-awaited goal brings endorphin rush. 31:56 Revisiting goals to stay on track. 35:10 Setting and achieving goals through motivation. All of it, of course, done with a giggle along the way. This is a great episode to get into to if you're a business owner and you're not sure WHY, HOW or WHEN you should be setting goals for your business. Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://cudoscreative.co.uk/ Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by United Carpets:…

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Recurring Income 33:36

1 year之前33:36

33:36

On this episode Clare, Darren, Kate & Pete talk about Recurring Income; what is it? How do you start it? How do you maintain it? All of these questions and more will be answered in this episode - as well as some laughs along the way too! KEY MOMENTS 00:00 Web designer discusses introducing retainer model for regular income and client updates. 06:28 Created subscription service for creative resource. Cut out admin, sell studio time. 09:53 Idea for recurring income from long-term clients through podcasts. 11:18 Be confident, set boundaries in business. 14:33 Embracing bespoke, strategic approach for recurring income. 19:48 Balancing client benefits and payments is key for maintaining value and satisfaction. 22:05 Confidence, clarity in business, promotion of United Carpets. Challenges in offering recurring packages. 27:00 Podcasting changes, adding services to packages. 27:59 Many newsletters, new service, value for clients, work with web app. 32:57 Encouraging businesses to set up recurring income and promoting a podcast. Can you keep a secret? Four business owners with over 30 years collective experience under their belts share the capers and triumphs of running a small business and how they now avoid perilous customer chaos and pitfalls. #chitchat #business #fun Follow the podcast on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunnyTCalledB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funnythingcalledbusiness/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/funnythingcalledbusiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBKF9jagHxm4Jsx-pPy0miQ?view_as=subscriber Clare Whalley can be found here: https://meta4coaching.co.uk Darren Langley can be found here: https://www.darrenlangley.com Kate Curry can be found here: https://www.currydesignstudio.co.uk Pete Morgan can be found here: www.monkeypantsproductions.co.uk This episode is sponsored by Naeem Arif and United Carpets, which can be found here: https://www.unitedcarpetsandbeds.com/…

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Listeners Questions #1 36:55

1 year之前36:55