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S3 E17: Small biz and are employee rights and robots going to kill them? 25:01

4d ago25:01

25:01

This week we get into employee rights and how they will impact small business, the Budget, are the robots taking over, all with a smattering of Jilly Cooper and some mad sporting endeavours. Never a dull moment

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S3 E16: DoNUT miss this small business chat! 29:31

2d ago29:31

29:31

This week we talk to the awesome Ryan Panchoo, founder of Borough 22 specialist doughnut business about how he got started, how he has grown, the work required for a genuinely awesome gluten free doughnut, and how hard it is to get blue food dye....

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S3 E15: Labour Conference: What's In It For Small Business? 22:26

24d ago22:26

22:26

This week the SBB team headed to Labour Conference to find out what the new Government is going to do for small business. We touch on the torrential rain, our karaoke choice, and why oh why are we still talking about equality in 2024? Lots of questions still outstanding but we recorded this on a boat, so we are feeling buoyant....…

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S3 E14: Small business, Big love 23:36

1M ago23:36

23:36

This week to combat the rain and to get us in the MOOD for Small Business Saturday, we discuss all the things - and people - that are bringing us joy at the moment. Hope it brings you a smile and some joy too! Happy small businessing

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S3 E13: Small Business, Workers Rights, and Oasis Economy 33:04

2M ago33:04

33:04

This week we get into the latest proposed, and not proposed, changes to workers rights by the new Government. Keen not to scare the pants of small businesses, Michelle and Karen keep it real looking at what is really on the table, and how small biz offer flexibility that works for people in their community. And of course we discuss the Summer of Oa…

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S3 E12: AI for small business - are the machines taking over? 34:10

2M ago34:10

34:10

This week we are joined by the fabulous Cheryl Laidlaw - London Web Girl - to talk about AI, what it can do, what it can't do, and are we all going to be obsolete? One little diversion into using Chat GPT for a dating profile... But otherwise, right on the money.

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S3 E11: A bit of heat and why don't women start businesses? 36:15

2M ago36:15

36:15

This week we talk about the weather (again) and how it is impacting small businesses; mansplaining entrepreneurship; and we ask the question, why don't women start businesses? Hmm? If you have an answer, do get in touch hello@smallbusinessbritain.uk And the benefits of being able to watch Jake Gyllenhaal on a Wednesday afternoon.…

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S3 E10: Finding some (small) positive in a bleak news week 25:17

2M ago25:17

25:17

This week Mich and Karen look for the good in a bad news week. We touch on the news of the day, the US election, strong strong women (as always) and what we are looking forward to after the endless school holidays end. Small businesses - take heart

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S3 E9: Chancellor statement, Olympics, and SmallBiz100 17:04

3M ago17:04

17:04

Do we all need a bit more positivity? This week we talk about giving small businesses a bit of love, there is singing, and the spring in the business, and consumer, step that a summer of sport can bring. But will it?

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S3 E8: The Women, The US, The Growth Guarantee (really?) 25:19

3M ago25:19

25:19

This week we look at the impact of a female US presidential candidate, the challenges of networking if you are short, and the opportunities, or not, of the new Growth Guarantee Scheme for small-ish businesses. Women are definitely doing it for themselves this week

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S3 E7: Kings and Queens and What It Means For Smalls 16:56

3M ago16:56

16:56

This week, the dynamic duo discuss the King's Speech and what it means for small business. They also touch on blaming the Queen of Pop, Taylor Swift, for the rising inflation.... Is that really fair? This and more coming to you with extra summer sunshine

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S3 E6: Election Done And All The Women 19:22

3M ago19:22

19:22

This week we reflect on the last week, early days of the new Government, all the women, and what we would do if we were the new Prime Minister. And Karen just about stops herself from singing D:Ream

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S3 E5: Taylor Swift, Female Entrepreneur, and last throes of the election 26:38

4M ago26:38

26:38

With less than a week to go, can the election pick up the excitement levels for small business? We discuss Taylor Swift, the US Presidential Debate (ouch) and whether there can be some last minute UK election shizzle.

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S3 E4: Farage, small business, and is it worth the price? 29:44

4M ago29:44

29:44

This week on the podcast as the election reaches fever pitch (spoiler - it really doesn't...) we discuss the "ambitious" proposals in the Reform manifesto for small businesses, what we would really like to see in the election (but likely wont) and how we are all a bit turned off it.

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S3 E3: Can Leo sail in and spice up the Election? 34:24

4M ago34:24

34:24

In the latest episode, Mich and Karen discuss the manifesto promises for small business from the major parties this week, the gap of sustainability and whether DiCaprio could kick start things. With less than 3 weeks to go, is there enough for small businesses to get excited?

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S3 E2: Small Business Manifestos & the Other 75% 23:44

4M ago23:44

23:44

This week Mich and Karen talk about a big weekend for small business, with Labour's Small Business Saturday, FSB's manifesto, filling in forms when drunk and what does the other 75% of the population need. As always, keeping it down to earth and honest. Get in touch with any questions on small business, policy, election promises or really anything …

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S3 E1: What does Election 2024 hold for small businesses? 26:55

5M ago26:55

26:55

Kicking off season 3, Karen and Mich dig into what small businesses are looking for in this election, and what we need from the next Government. They talk manifestos, levelling up, sustainability, AI, finance and more. Listen in and get involved in the conversation

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The business behind the UK farming sector with Guy Singh Watson 20:11

7M ago20:11

20:11

In the latest edition of 'In Conversation: The Business Matters podcast,' join host Richard Alvin as he delves deep into the intricacies of the UK organic farming sector with none other than Guy Singh Watson, the visionary founder of Riverford Farm. In this captivating episode, listeners will gain invaluable insights into the challenges and opportu…

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How university innovation hubs are bringing support for startups 19:05

12M ago19:05

19:05

Richard Alvin sits down with Gareth Scargill from University of Leeds’, Nexus and we thank episode sponsor M&S Corporate Gifts, for more information Visit ⁠marksandspencerforbusiness.com⁠ Now innovation hubs are stepping in to help startups overcome their challenges. One of these pioneering resources is University of Leeds’, Nexus. Here, expert aca…

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Lounges.tv: The new creator-first streaming platform backed by Simon Cowell 20:43

12M ago20:43

20:43

Richard Alvin sits down with the co-founders of new streaming platform lounges.tv Scott Green & Craig Gardner. Lounges.tv, showcases exclusive content of rising content creators and gives a new chance for their talent to be noticed and most importantly, to be more quickly financially rewarded. The content creator industry has never been bigger. Wit…

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Redeployable: Transitioning Veterans from the forces to fulfilling new roles in business 18:28

12M ago18:28

18:28

Richard Alvin sits down with Ben Read, founder of Redeployable and we thank episode sponsor M&S Corporate Gifts, for more information Visit marksandspencerforbusiness.com Redeployable is a platform aimed at simplifying the challenging journey out of the military and into new, fulfilling careers. As a former British Army Sergeant himself, Read could…

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T Levels and their benefits: with Daniel Brett, and James and John Lack 17:35

1y ago17:35

17:35

This week we delve into the world of training and employment schemes, skills, careers and future of work opportunities as we’re joined by Daniel Brett, Vice Chair of the T Level Ambassador Network, and brothers, John and James Lack, who have both studied T Levels in different skills areas. Our guests take us through what T Levels are, with John and…

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Tevin Tobun on growing your business by empowering your staff 29:04

3y ago29:04

29:04

Richard Alvin is joined by, award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of cutting edge logistics company GV Group, Tevin Tobun. Tevin's company is behind a number of brands that offer logistics services to the food service sector. The firm works in both the commercial and public fields and its clients include hotel groups, restaurants, cont…

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Ep 7: Andy Poplar founder of [Vinegar & Brown Paper] on having a business plan of 'do what makes you happy' 42:15

3+ y ago42:15

42:15

It was a privilege speaking to Andy Poplar, founder of Vinegar and Brown Paper for the final episode in this series of In Conversation with SMEs. I started this podcast with a single aim – to provide inspiration, motivation and energy to those looking to start, scale or pivot their business by telling stories of others who have been brave, followed…

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Ep 6: Jack Foster of Crosby Coffee, on starting a business in his early twenties and the importance of having a business mentor 32:52

3+ y ago32:52

32:52

As a coffee lover and Crosby-born girl I was super excited to interview Jack Foster, founder of Crosby Coffee, an independent coffee roastery based in Crosby, Liverpool which is dedicated to sourcing, roasting and serving unique coffees from all around the world. I first came across Crosby Coffee about five years ago on one of my frequent trips hom…

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Ep 5: Andrew Pimbley of Claremont Farm, on the importance of trying new ideas and not being afraid of failure. 44:30

3+ y ago44:30

44:30

For this episode I was in my element talking to Andrew Pimbley of Claremont Farm about life’s most simple but important joys – food, music, community and being outdoors in nature. Andrew and his brother are the fourth generation of Pimbley’s to farm the land at Claremont Farm on the Wirral, which they have been doing since 1904. As tenant farmers t…

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Colin Bell on the Governments Peer to Peer networking initiative 16:58

3+ y ago16:58

16:58

Colin Bell, business growth director of the North East Local Area Partnerships joins Managing Editor Richard Alvin to talk about the Governments Peer to Peer networking initiative.Business Matters

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Ep. 4: Vicky Gawith Founder of MerseyMade on starting a business months before Covid 30:34

4y ago30:34

30:34

This episode I have the pleasure of chatting to Vicky Gawith, entrepreneur, supporter of creatives, and founder of Merseymade, a home to the talent, products and produce of some of Merseyside’s most original creatives and artisans. And I love Vicky’s absolute honesty about her experience of opening a business, opening just months before Covid – fro…

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Episode 3: Tom Hainsworth, director of AW Hainsworth, one of the oldest businesses in Britain 31:27

4y ago31:27

31:27

This podcast aims to provide inspiration, motivation and energy to those looking to start, scale or pivot their business, by hearing the stories of others who have been brave, followed their heart, kept their nerve and grown something quite remarkable. In this episode I speak to Tom Hainworth, director of AW Hainworth, a woolen textile mill in Puds…

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Episode 2: In Conversation with...Rachel Clacher CBE, Co-Founder of Money Penny, the telephone answering start up that has become a global scale up 38:05

4y ago38:05

38:05

This podcast aims to provide inspiration, motivation and energy to those looking to start, scale or pivot their business, by hearing the stories of others who have been brave, followed their heart, kept their nerve and grown something quite remarkable. In this episode I interview Rachel Clacher CBE, Co-Founder of Money Penny and Founder of the char…

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S2 Ep 10: Challenging The Status Quo with Shaa Wasmund, MBE 29:03

4y ago29:03

29:03

Welcome to series 2 of the Small Business Britain podcast. This series we will be covering topics to help, inspire and support small businesses with a host of inspirational people. For this 10th episode, we are joined by the inspiring Shaa Wasmund, MBE. Shaa is not only a best selling author, but is the founder of The Freedom Collective and online …

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S2, Ep 9: How To Do Less, Focus More and Grow Quicker with Andrew and Pete 38:08

4y ago38:08

38:08

Welcome to series 2 of the Small Business Britain podcast. This series we will be covering topics to help, inspire and support small businesses with a host of inspirational people. For this 9th episode, we are joined by the fab Andrew and Pete who are dedicated to working with small business owners to work smarter and scale up in the best way for t…

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Marcus Cauchi: How to maximise the sales your business achieves 41:38

4y ago41:38

41:38

Founder of Laughs Last and author of Making Sales Channels Work plus Fractional Sales Officer for tech start-ups Marcus joins us to talk about how to boost your businesses sales'.Business Matters

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S2 Ep 8: The Winding Road To Success with BT's Kerensa Jennings 32:01

4y ago32:01

32:01

Welcome to series 2 of the Small Business Britain podcast. This series we will be covering topics to help, inspire and support small businesses with a host of inspirational people. For this 8th episode, we are joined by the remarkable Kerensa Jennings, BT's Group Director for Digital Impact. Kerensa has had an amazing career so far, having worked a…

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S2 Ep 7: The Power of Speech In Business 32:56

4y ago32:56

32:56

Welcome to series 2 of the Small Business Britain podcast. This series we will be covering topics to help, inspire and support small businesses with a host of inspirational people. For this 7th episode we are joined by award-winning public speaker and communication consultant, Shola Kaye. Shola shares with us her story including how she experienced…

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Episode 1: In Conversation with...Jonny Bongo, Co-Founder of Bongo's Bingo, the bonkers bingo rave night that's taking the world by storm! 32:29

4y ago32:29

32:29

This podcast aims to provide inspiration, motivation and energy to those looking to start, scale or pivot their business, by hearing the stories of others who have been brave, followed their heart, kept their nerve and grown something quite remarkable. In this episode I interview Jonny Bongo, co-founder of Bongo's Bingo. Jonny, who used to put on q…

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S2 Ep 6: How To Ethically Sell with James Newell 38:55

4y ago38:55

38:55

Welcome to series 2 of the Small Business Britain podcast. This series we will be covering topics to help, inspire and support small businesses with a host of inspirational people. For this 6th episode we are joined by sales expert, James Newell from Clear Sales Message who dispels the myths around selling and the preconceptions that go with it. As…

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S2 Ep 5: How To Be More Money Savvy with Miss Lolly 27:11

4y ago27:11

27:11

Welcome to series 2 of the Small Business Britain podcast. This series we will be covering topics to help, inspire and support small businesses with a host of inspirational people. For this 5th episode we are joined by award-winning financial advisor Lisa Conway-Hughes, aka Miss Lolly, to talk about how small business owners can best look after the…

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S2 Ep 4: The Power of Being an Entrepreneur with Philip Salter 31:27

4y ago31:27

31:27

Welcome to series 2 of the Small Business Britain podcast. This series we will be covering topics to help, inspire and support small businesses with a host of inspirational people. For this 4th episode we are joined by the founder of The Entrepreneurs Network, Philip Salter. Philip shares with us his own entrepreneur story and what he has learnt on…

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S2 Ep 3: How To Be More Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diverse In Your Business with G, The Queer Box 28:26

4y ago28:26

28:26

Welcome to series 2 of the Small Business Britain podcast! This series we will be covering topics to help, inspire and support small businesses with a host of inspirational people. For this 3rd episode we are joined by the wonderful G, co-founder of The Queer Box, an organisation training businesses of any size on gender, sexuality and relationship…

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Phil Storey: Founder of pioneering website maintenance app Glow 22:57

4y ago22:57

22:57

We are joined today by Phil Storey, a Leeds-based tech entrepreneur who has launched a pioneering app designed to highlight the importance of website maintenance and power digital growth. Storey, a website developer with almost a decade of experience developed multi-functional app Glow to streamline the processes involved with website maintenance a…

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S2 Ep 2: Slow Fashion & Sustainability with Cucumber Clothing 29:50

4y ago29:50

29:50

Welcome to series 2 of the Small Business Britain podcast! This series we will be covering topics to help, inspire and support small businesses with a host of inspirational people. For this 2nd episode we are joined by the inspiring founders of Cucumber Clothing, Eileen Willett and Nancy Zeffman. Eileen and Nancy share their business story and how …

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Peter Ryding: Award winning CEO mentor and Founder of VIC 44:40

4y ago44:40

44:40

Peter Ryding, award winning CEO mentor and Founder of VIC (AI e-coaching interactive software for employees) talks to Richard Alvin about how to navigate through the current business environment.Business Matters

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S2 Ep1: Balance with Zoe Hardman 27:48

4y ago27:48

27:48

Welcome to series 2 of the Small Business Britain podcast! This series we will be covering topics to help, inspire and support small businesses with a host of inspirational people. To kick things off, we are joined by the wonderful Zoe Hardman to talk about our first topic of the series - Balance. Zoe is not only a fabulous TV and radio presenter, …

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Luke Quilter, Sleeping Giant Media 33:59

4y ago33:59

33:59

Celebrating 12 years in business this month, our latest guest is the fab Luke Quilter, founder of digital marketing agency Sleeping Giant Media. Luke shares with us the story of how he started Sleeping Giant Media after seeing a gap in the market and spending many an evening at his dining room table after working all day; the challenges during COVI…

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Michelle Ovens MBE, Small Business Britain 33:36

4y ago33:36

33:36

For episode 12 of the podcast, we wanted to do something special so we spoke to the founder of Small Business Britain, f:Entrepreneur and i:Entrepreneur and director of Small Business Saturday, Michelle Ovens! It was a inspiring and wonderful chat about how Mich got to where she is today, the pivotal moments and conversations in her life and career…

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Lorraine Thomas, View From My Window 27:10

4y ago27:10

27:10

Have you changed career to follow your dream of owning your own business? This week's chat is with the inspiring Lorraine Thomas who shares her fascinating and empowering story of how she left a well-paid career in law to be her Dad's carer on minimal wage, but as fate - and an email error - would have it, has now found her true passion owning a su…

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Cheryl Laidlaw, Website In A Day / London Web Girl 27:30

4y ago27:30

27:30

With a 27.4k following on Instagram and an award-winning Website In A Day business, it was great to catch up with Cheryl Laidlaw, aka London Web Girl, to talk about her story, how she got to where she is and what she's learnt along the way. It was an open, honest and refreshing chat - so please do give it a listen. 3 things we learnt: consistency i…

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Mark Tomkins, Aubergine 27:22

4y ago27:22

27:22

How much value do you place on your website and how much time do you dedicate to it? In episode 9, Karen speaks to Mark Tomkins, co-founder of Aubergine - a team of website designers, graphic designers and search optimisers based in Leighton Buzzard, and the recently crowned Supply Chain Champion at The Small Awards! 3 things we learnt: treat your …

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Victor Castejon, The Quick Brown Fox 32:02

4y ago32:02

32:02

21 years after the film, people are STILL taking photos outside 'that' famous door in Notting Hill. And why? Because they were captivated by that story in that piece of film. In episode 8, Karen speaks to Victor Castejon founder of The Quick Brown Fox - a team of dedicated producers, videographers and marketing specialists who care about video and …

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