Best Alex McCarthy Coaching Podcasts (2025)

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Tami Reiss: Building the Muscle of Influence - How Product Leaders Get People to Act - Productized 2025 TalkInTen 12:36

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Send us a text Product Agility Podcast — Live from Productized, Lisbon We’re honoured to return to the Productized conference in Lisbon, Portugal for the third year running. Productized is a world-class gathering for product thinkers and makers - and we're proud to partner with them to bring you this special Talk in Ten series. In this short, sharp…

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Preyash Shah: Designing Products for a Few: Navigating Enterprise Constraints & Customisation - Productized 2025 TalkInTen 10:49

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Send us a text -Product Agility Podcast — Live from Productized Lisbon We’re recording from the brilliant Productized conference in Lisbon — a must-attend for product leaders, designers and builders. Productized consistently delivers thoughtful programming, real-world case studies and a welcoming community. We’re honoured to partner with Productize…

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From Corporate Marketer to Property Entrepreneur; Building a Purpose-led Business with Jessica Leader 40:03

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In this thirty-second episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Jessica Leader – co-founder of SureStay Group and former corporate marketing professional turned property entrepreneur. After a successful career managing marketing budgets and brand reputations in the corporate world, Jess realised she wanted to do work that created both profi…

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Antonia Landi: Product Ops Masterclass: From Inertia to Impact - Productized 2025 TalkInTen 10:28

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Send us a text Productized Lisbon is exceptional - and we’re honoured to partner with them for the third year running. Welcome to a special Talk in Ten from the Product Agility Podcast, recorded live at Productized in Lisbon. In this rapid-fire conversation, we sit down with Antonia Landy about her workshop, Delivering Results: a product operations…

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Alex Howard: From Founder to Product Leader: The Series A Blueprint & Why Outcomes Matter in the AI Era - Productized 2025 TalkInTen 11:51

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Send us a text Productized Lisbon is world-class - inspiring sessions, brilliant community and hands-on conversations. We’re honoured to partner with Productized for the third year in a row. Welcome to a special Talk in Ten from the Product Agility Podcast, recorded live in Lisbon at Productized. In this rapid-fire episode, Alex Howard walks us thr…

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Chris Compston: Making the Product Shift: From Project Thinking to Organizational Capabilities - Productized 2025 TalkInTen 11:15

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Send us a text Product Agility — Live from Productized, Lisbon We're thrilled to record at the excellent Productized conference in Lisbon, Portugal - a world-class gathering that consistently brings together the sharpest product minds. We’re honoured to partner with Productized for this series and grateful to our sponsor, Bobcats Coding, for making…

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Tobias Lichtenstern: Designing AI Service Experiences: Co-creation, Jobs-to-be-Done & Organisational Impact - Productized 2025 TalkInTen 11:18

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Send us a text Live from Productized Lisbon 2025 - Episode Snapshot Productized in Lisbon is a genuinely exceptional conference for product thinkers - energetic, practical and future-focused. We're honoured to partner with Productized for this live series, bringing short, sharp conversations from the workshop floor. In this 10-minute conversation, …

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Your Mindset Is Your Business Strategy 22:26

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In this thirty-first episode of My Kind of Business, business coach Alex McCarthy dives into the crucial role of mindset in business success, exploring how self-belief and emotional intelligence shape everything from your confidence to your decision-making. Alex shares five powerful mindset shifts that help business owners grow with clarity and cal…

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Ayushman De Lang-Talwar: Stitching Systems and Sanity: Generative AI in Logistics and Mindful Product Leadership - Productized 2025 TalkInTen 12:48

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Send us a text Live from Productized, Lisbon — a conference we think is exceptional. Productized brings together the sharpest product thinkers in a city built for ideas, and we're honoured to partner with them again for this live series. In this short Talk in 10 episode, we sit down at Productized to explore how generative AI is changing logistics,…

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Jason Knight: Product Management Isn’t Like the Books — and That’s Okay - Productised 2025 TalkInTen 10:14

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Send us a text Live from Productized Lisbon: The Productized conference in Lisbon, Portugal is one of the most energising gatherings for product leaders — insightful, practical and human. We’re honoured to partner with Productized for this series and grateful to Bobcats Coding for making our Lisbon episodes possible. Welcome to a concentrated Talki…

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Tamas Kokeny: Designing for Token Economics: Practical AI Cost Strategy and Experimentation - Productized 2025 TalkInTen 13:29

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Send us a text Product Agility Podcast — Live from Productized, Lisbon We're delighted to be back at the outstanding Productized conference in Lisbon — a world-class event that brings together product leaders, designers and builders to share the latest thinking in product strategy and org design. We're honoured to partner with Productized and grate…

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Bruce McCarthy: Connecting the Dots: Product Leadership & Managing Uncertainty - Productized 2025 TalkInTen 11:31

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Send us a text Live from Productized Lisbon - a world-class conference for product people. Productized is one of the best product conferences in Europe: thoughtfully run, intensely practical and full of senior product leaders sharing real-world tactics. We're honoured to partner with Productized in Lisbon, it's an exceptional event for learning, co…

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Breast Cancer, Nutrition & Midlife Transformation: Sarah Summers’ Journey to Empowered Living 45:36

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In this thirtieth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Sarah Summers – Registered Nutritionist and founder of Sarah Summers Nutrition. Sarah helps midlife women navigate menopause with clarity, energy, and confidence, without confusion, fad diets, or endless Googling. After 30 years in the corporate world, Sarah’s own breast cancer dia…

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Starting a Business After Teaching with Emma Davies: Lessons from the Founder of 'Is it Time to Play' 43:10

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AI Revolution: The Journey of Bobcats Coding (with Barbara Varga-Baráth & Barbara Fazekas) 43:09

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Send us a text In this episode, Ben Maynard is joined by Barbara Varga Baráth CEO and Barbara Fazekas Chief Delivery Officer of Bobcats Coding, the AI-first product studio born from a coding bootcamp network and market testing. From Taekwondo mats and finance spreadsheets to context engineering pipelines and lightning-fast MVPs, the Barbaras share …

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How to Align your Career and Life; Insights from Career & Business Coach Sarah Burrows 39:09

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Episode 28: How to Align Your Career and Life with Sarah Burrows In this twenty-eighth episode of My Kind of Business Alex is joined by Sarah Burrows – Accredited Career & Business Coach and Founder of Achieving Ambition. Sarah helps women who feel stuck, lost or unfulfilled in their careers to discover a purpose-filled path, whether that’s a caree…

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5 Steps to Attract More Clients and Grow Your Business 23:38

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In this episode of My Kind of Business, business coach Alex McCarthy shares five practical steps to help you attract more clients and grow your business with confidence. From defining your ideal client to nailing your offer, building visibility, creating trust, and asking for the sale, Alex combines actionable business strategies with honest storie…

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Rewriting Birth with Steph Flynn; a former Midwife’s Empowering Business Journey 56:40

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In this twenty-sixth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Steph Flynn – former midwife and founder of Birth Nerd, who is redefining antenatal education and changing the conversation around birth. Steph’s journey is one of passion, purpose and transformation. With a background in nursing and midwifery, and a lifelong fascination with th…

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From Classroom to CEO; Vicki Yadav's story of Transition and Trusting the Process 43:17

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In this twenty-fifth episode of My Kind of Business Alex is joined by Vicki Yadav – Founder of Primary Steps, who made the inspiring transition from teaching into business ownership. Vicki’s journey is a powerful example of resilience, adaptability and determination, showing what’s possible when you step away from a secure career and build a busine…

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Redefining the Trade; Katie Corkill’s Story of building a Painting & Decorating Business 40:58

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In this twenty-fourth episode of My Kind of Business Alex is joined by Katie Corkill – Founder of Katie Corkill Decorating, an award-winning entrepreneur who has carved her own path in a traditionally male-dominated industry, moving from corporate life into trade business ownership with resilience, curiosity and determination. Katie’s story is one …

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5 Common Mistakes Small Business Owners Make (and How to Avoid Them) 19:16

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In this twenty-third solo episode of My Kind of Business, Alex dives into five of the most common mistakes small business owners make — and, more importantly how to avoid them. Drawing on personal experiences and client stories, Alex unpacks the pitfalls that often hold business owners back. From financial blind spots to the dangers of burnout, thi…

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From Kitchen Table to Thriving Beauty Business with Amy Robinson 41:25

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In this twenty-second episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Amy Robinson – a Beauty Business Owner and Educator who has built her business from the ground up, starting in her mum’s kitchen and growing into a thriving beauty space and educator brand known for empowerment, confidence and connection. Amy’s story is one of resilience, persi…

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Yoga, Coaching & the Real Meaning of Success with Anna Botley 43:03

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In this twenty-first episode of My Kind of Business Alex is joined by Anna Botley – a coach, yoga teacher, and space-holder who helps women stop people-pleasing, speak their truth, and rebuild their relationships from the inside out through embodied presence, nervous system work, and everyday self-respect. Anna’s story is one of self-discovery, res…

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The Motherhood Shift; Tia Harris on her Coaching Business, Becoming a Mum and Living Authentically 31:28

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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 chi…

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Navigating the Mental Load of Motherhood and Business 17:38

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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 abou…

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From Dollhouses to Dream Spaces; Kate’s Bold Career Change into Interior Design 41:26

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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 tha…

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From Police Custody to Candy Floss – Elena’s Accidental Path to Entrepreneurship 41:47

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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 n…

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Finding Confidence, Passion & Purpose; Helen Scotchford’s Skincare Business Journey 36:51

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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 h…

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When Business Feels Hard; How to Reconnect and Keep Going 13:52

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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 matter…

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Agility over Agile (with Jag Johal) 39:17

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Send us a text In this episode, Ben Maynard is joined by Jag Johal, Director of Agile Transformation at Jaguar Land Rover, for a refreshingly candid conversation on what it really takes to move the needle in a complex, scaled business—and why it’s time to focus on agility, not just Agile. With a background in HR and deep experience navigating chang…

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She Took the Leap; Motherhood, Identity & Building a Business on Your Terms with Nicole Bilham 41:50

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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 201…

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Making it Work - Faye Newman on Building a Design Business, Podcasting & Self Belief 39:31

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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 im…

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Beyond the Career Ladder; Creating a Life on Your Terms with Cultural Expert Latifa Aarab 38:52

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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 …

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The Truth About Success (and Why It’s Not What You Think) 22:20

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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 — so…

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The Healing Journey from Pharmacy to Holistic Therapy with Olivia Marshall-Bowater 37:51

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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 …

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The Sriracha Sauce of High-Performance Teams: Adam Josephs on Risk Up Front 56:18

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Send us a text In this episode, host Ben Maynard is joined by Adam Josephs, the co-author of Risk Up Front, to explore the gritty truth behind high-performance teams and why rigour, not ruthlessness, is the key ingredient in complex, high-stakes environments. If you’ve ever wondered why your team’s best intentions still lead to delays, late changes…

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Owning your Voice, Breaking the Mould & Redefining Fitness with Jules McGill 42:23

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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 …

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From Anxiety to Alignment: A Mindful Business Journey with Intuitive Coach Holly Smith 41:30

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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 de…

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Selling Without the Ick: How to Feel More Confident Sharing your Offers 20:00

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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…

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Stop Trying To Fixing Teams. Start Coaching for Meaning 19:19

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Send us a text In this solo episode, host Ben Maynard explores a shift in thinking that many coaches and leaders need to make: moving away from trying to fix teams and instead focusing on coaching for meaning. If you're involved in organisational change—whether as a product leader, agile coach, or transformation lead—this episode offers practical i…

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The Power of No: Boundaries, Growth & Trusting Your Gut 21:02

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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 prote…

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Agile Coaching is Dead! 21:02

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Send us a text In this no-holds-barred solo episode, host Ben Maynard delivers a searing obituary for agile coaching — or at least, the version of it we’ve come to know. If you’re a senior leader investing in agile or a coach trying to stay relevant, this episode is for you. Ben doesn’t just diagnose the decline of agile coaching — he traces its ev…

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Healing the Inner Child: Jessica Amy on Self-Discovery, Business & Becoming Who You Really Are 40:05

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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 th…

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Stop Worshipping the Roadmap: Start Building Real Relationships 10:02

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Send us a text In this episode of the Product Agility Podcast, host Ben Maynard challenges one of the most pervasive and damaging habits in product organisations: treating roadmaps like contracts. Ben explores why our obsession with polished timelines and rigid plans can undermine trust, limit learning, and stall product progress — and offers a rad…

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Making Moves: Sasha Buy on Rebellion, Reinvention & Real Life 40:47

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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-induc…

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5 Strategies to Attract Clients to Your Business Without Using Social Media 24:05

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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 co…

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From Nannying to Networking: Jo Bolton from Flourish Socials on Building a Fun, Flexible Business 36:32

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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…

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The Identity Shift of Becoming a Business Owner: What No One Prepares You For 21:37

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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, ho…

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Scaling Without Chaos: Creating Product-Tech Harmony 15:10

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Send us a text In this episode of the Product Agility Podcast, host Ben Maynard tackles one of the most misunderstood and overlooked challenges in scaling product organisations: the persistent misalignment between product and technology teams. Ben explores how chaos at scale is often a design flaw, not a team flaw — a consequence of mismatched ince…

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Helping People Grow Beyond Their Job Titles 20:36

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Send us a text In this episode of the Product Agility Podcast, host Ben Maynard shares a practical approach to helping people grow beyond their job titles—an approach that improves collaboration, accelerates delivery, and supports meaningful development without adding unnecessary bureaucracy. At the centre of the conversation is the concept of a “M…