Best Michelle Haslam Podcasts (2026)

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Simple Skincare Over 40: What Really Works for Smooth Skin 7:12

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My skin in my early 40s used to feel so rough that makeup would cling to every patch - honestly like sandpaper. Over time, I’ve found a simple skincare routine that smoothed everything out and gave me back confidence. In this episode I share exactly what I use (spoiler: no Botox involved!) and why it works for me as a busy single mum who doesn’t ha…

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The secret power of Winter: Restore, reset, and rise again! 22:28

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The nights are drawing in, the days are getting shorter… and for many of us, that shift can feel heavy. But what if winter wasn’t something to endure - what if it was your secret power? In this episode, The secret power of Winter: Restore, reset & rise again, I share how the darker months can become a season of restoration and renewal. We’ll talk a…

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The truth about side hustles over 40: What no one tells you 26:57

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No BS chat for women over 40 thinking about building their own business. In this episode, I dive into the pitfalls of self-employment and side hustles when you’re an over-40 woman, mum, or single mum. From late nights and unpredictable income to tech overwhelm and balancing family life - it’s not always as glamorous as it looks on Instagram. But it…

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Age Is No Excuse - Smart Side Hustles for Over 40s 26:11

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Think you’ve left it too late to start something new? Think again. In this episode, I’m sharing why age is no excuse when it comes to creating income streams that fit your life. As a single mum mid-divorce, I know first-hand how important financial independence is - and why women over 40 are actually better equipped than ever to build freedom and c…

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15 Perimenopausal symptoms you've NEVER heard of 21:03

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Perimenopause isn’t just hot flushes and mood swings - it’s a whole catalogue of bizarre, uncomfortable, and sometimes quite funny symptoms no one warns you about. In this episode, I share some of the weirdest ones I’ve personally experienced (hello, cotton wool tongue and chin hair), plus the incredible list of unusual symptoms my community sent m…

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No more Bungalow Legs! Habits that finally brought me relief from perimenopause 22:49

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In this episode, I share the strategies and simple daily habits that helped me manage my perimenopausal symptoms - from sleepless nights and anxiety, to low energy and aches and pains (like Bungalow Legs!). This isn’t about perfection or quick fixes, it’s about building gentle routines that make a real difference. I’ll also share the things that di…

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Perimenopause, Unravelled: Myths, Symptoms & My Unfiltered Journey 16:23

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Perimenopause hit me like a plot twist I didn’t see coming - rage, brain fog, tears in Tesco… and the creeping feeling that I was completely losing it. In this episode of Woman, Unravelled, I’m breaking down: The biggest myths about perimenopause that leave women confused and unprepared The real symptoms no one warns you about (it’s not just hot fl…

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Belly rolls almost stopped me making a podcast 13:28

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I almost didn’t record this first episode because I couldn’t stop obsessing over how I looked on camera - belly rolls, bad angles, bad lighting, the lot. But here’s the thing: if I wait until I look “perfect,” I’ll never do it. So in this episode, I’m diving straight in with: Why I started this podcast and who it’s really for How life after 40 knoc…

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Poole’s Growing Business Community & Standout Marketing in the Wine Sector with Fran Bridgewater & Garry James #S3E22 39:31

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The art of marketing in the wine industry is a challenge when bottles look so similar, which makes this Coffee & Catchup’s lineup ideal for anyone looking to stand out. Fran Bridgewater FCIM and Garry James, CMO of FOUNDRY, both join us to share in the latest from Fran’s new brand Volcanic Wines, the latest developments with Poole’s FOUNDRY and Pod…

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Green Funding, Coaching vs Mentorship & How to Tackle Cash Flow with Nick Gregory, Alistair Bayliss and Steve Mayell #S3E21 44:33

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With an ever-changing economic landscape, any support for small businesses is absolutely vital, a huge focus for this latest Coffee & Catchup episode of The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast. Nick Gregory guides us through the latest in finance, funding and mentorship with Dorset Business Mentors’ Alistair Bayliss sharing more on the process, and Steve May…

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The UK Shared Prosperity Fund & Find Your Space at FOUNDRY with BCP Council’s Charles Fynn & FOUNDRY’s Ema Armstrong #S3E20 31:17

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Funding and friends are invaluable assets to any small business, and in this episode of The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast, we’re focusing on boosting finances and building a community. Recorded at our Coffee & Catch Up event in July, Steve Bulley hosts BCP Council’s Charles Fynn, Mercia Asset Management’s Max Slinger and FOUNDRY’s Ema Armstrong. The pa…

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The Power of Stretch Goals and Tackling the Talent Market with Tru Talent Founder, Toni Taylor and Executive Coach, Maggie Lawrie #S3E19 44:13

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Moving forwards and having the right people on your team are two elements of every business’ dream, and between Maggie Lawrie & Toni Taylor, we have two of the most comprehensive answers. Being an Executive Coach with MLA International places Maggie perfectly to share strategies to go above and beyond your business goals, and Tru Talent Founder, To…

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Taking on TikTok, Poole BID’s New Initiatives & the 3 Top Business Issues Right Now with Jacqui Rock, Michelle Haslam & Steve Mayell #S3E18 44:27

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Funding, staff and marketing: a holy trinity which covers most top-of-mind issues for businesses right now, all of which are better tackled together. As we convene for another wonderful Coffee & Catchup event, this week Jacqui Rock shares Poole BID’s new schemes and how the local area is evolving for SMEs. Elsewhere in the episode, Steve Mayell cov…

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Beating the Budget, Finding Funding & the Power of Podcasting with SWIG Finance Business Lending Manager, Steve Mayell and Co-Founder & MD of Podcast Labs, Kelly Butler #S3E17 43:43

2+ y ago43:43

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With the recent budget, finance and investment are top of mind for businesses traversing the challenges of 2023. Whether you’re looking for a loan away from the high street banks, or a new way to create business connections, we’ve got you covered - SWIG Finance’s Steve Mayell and Podcast Labs’ Kelly Butler are this week’s guests on The Dorset Growt…

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Where to Find New Funding & How to Enable International Growth: Live Business Breakfast with British Business Bank’s Ed Tellwright, and Founder of Street Agency, Katie Street #S3E16 57:27

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The money available for businesses now might not have decreased materially, but the hurdles to securing that funding are certainly larger than they once were. Looking in the right place is key to finding finance for your business at such a time of need, and British Business Bank’s Ed Tellwright joins us on The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast to help you …

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Reimagining the Dolphin Centre & Mastering Your Marketing; Coffee & Catchup with Foundry’s Adam Walker and Uprated’s John Darch #S3E15 37:37

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Much of the media may be awash with dour predictions for the economy, but as business owners there’s plenty to do, and new initiatives to be excited about in the BCP area. At last month’s Coffee & Catchup, we were joined by the Co-Founder of Foundry, Adam Walker, and Managing Director of digital marketing agency Uprated, John Darch. We hear how Fou…

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Maintaining Businesses’ Mental Wellbeing & Finding Future Funding; Coffee & Catch Up with Dorset Mind's Marie-Clare Gale #S3E14 31:26

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The only certainty in 2023 is some degree of uncertainty, so as we wrap up the year it’s a vital time to protect the health of both your business, and yourself. Whether you’re looking for sources of funding to keep up the cash flow, or mental wellbeing support to manage the challenges ahead, we ran through some essential resources on the latest Cof…

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Tackling Uncertainty and Caring for Your Team; Coffee & Catch Up with Elizabeth McCormick, Debbie Greenwood, Andy Headington & Steve Bulley #S3E13 46:28

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The past month has proven to be most uncertain, but if you owned a business at the start of the pandemic and it’s still running, then you have the tools to tackle the bumpy road ahead. From staying on top of accounts to keeping your staff front of mind and showing them that you care, the latest episode of The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast shines a ligh…

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Tips to Overcome Inflation, Recession & The Energy Crisis: Coffee & Catchup with Low Carbon Dorset’s Heather Kiel, Barclays’ Danny Jones & Dorset Business Mentors’ Charles King #S3E12 45:13

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Welcome back to Coffee & Catchup! September marks the grand return of the hugely popular live online events hosted by Dorset Growth Hub’s Nick Gregory, answering questions and offering advice to hundreds of local businesses. With an economic downturn on the horizon and energy prices at the centre of conversation, it’s high time to offer support to …

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Co-Founder & Creative Director of The Happy Blossoms; Lauren Hooper #S3E11 37:57

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Business ownership is no easy task, so saving your energy to tackle what really matters is absolutely vital for The Happy Blossoms Co-Founder, Lauren Hooper. We’ve another wonderful episode of the 5 Things I Know Now recorded at We Are F_ND in February, where Lauren shares why finances - boring as they might be - are essential to get right, how to …

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Author & Food Blogger; James Wythe #S3E10 38:37

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Regardless of your industry, small businesses are all forced to become social media experts to some extent, so how do you beat the algorithm and gain a following? James Wythe’s blog, Healthy Living James, is a great example of how to put your story and personality front and centre, even if it means leaping well beyond your comfort zone! Find out Ja…

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Cyberpsychologist & Founder of Cybercology; Carolyn Freeman #S3E9 51:23

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Productivity in a digital age is a hot topic, with hybrid workplaces creating opportunities to take advantage of technology - but it’s not without its caveats to look out for… Carolyn Freeman’s background in marketing followed by a career shift into the intriguing world of CyberPsychology provide her with a myriad of experiences, from the corporate…

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Founder of Aspirin Business Solutions; Susannah Brade-Waring #S3E8 48:39

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Whether it’s putting faith in yourself or believing in your team, the power of confidence can truly bring the best out of your business. It takes a great deal of confidence to set up a business in the midst of uncertainty, but Susannah Brade-Waring did just that in the wake of 2008’s financial crisis, and Aspirin Business Solutions has been co-crea…

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Owner of The Embroidery Barn; Rosie Lees #S3E7 36:57

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Building a business from scratch presents common pitfalls that many have learned to avoid, but there’s a unique set of challenges and pressures that come with taking the wheel of a brand with a lengthy history. Rosie Lees has been at the helm of The Embroidery Barn for the past 3 years, building on 20 years of legacy and evolving its mission for pr…

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Portfolio Finance Director; Andy Brown #S3E6 50:34

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Although we’re firmly within the world of business, it’s important not to forget the human element behind it all, and the personal values that stand to help us all to make better connections. Andy Brown, a part-time FD/CFO and Founder of 3D FD with experience at Passenger, Armadillo, Salad and many more companies, is well-versed in collaborating wi…

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Brogan Tate; Digital Content Creator #S3E5 30:24

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The digital landscape is ever-changing, so to stay at its precipice it’s vital to step out of your comfort zone. Whether by choice or by necessity, accomplished Digital Content Creator Brogan Tate has taken that leap to diversify the videos she makes for her 80k YouTube subscribers, while creating exciting collaborations with the likes of Disney, E…

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Head of Marketing at Passenger, Matt Lawrence & Corporate Partnership Fundraiser with Lewis-Manning Hospice Care, Nicki Cluley #S3E4 58:42

4y ago58:42

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The marketing landscape is worlds away from where it was at the turn of the millennium, so for Matt Lawrence (who graduated with a degree in business & marketing in 2000) to stay on top of his game as Head of Marketing with Passenger, consistent learning is foundational to his successful journey. Matt features alongside Lewis-Manning Hospice Care’s…

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Owner of Blink Lettering; Milly Withers #S3E3 38:49

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The beauty behind Blink Lettering’s captivating calligraphy is the passionate Milly Withers, an aspirational young business owner applying her design skills in a variety of aesthetic applications. As it happens, variety is one of the 5 key things that have helped guide Milly’s exciting career so far. On this week’s ‘5 Things I Know Now’, Milly join…

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Founder of Founders; Nathan Roach #S3E2 1:14:53

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Welcome back to 5 Things I Know Now: the latest podcast series from Dorset Growth Hub! Condensing the spirit behind Nathan Roach’s successful route into business ownership down to just 5 tips is a difficult task, especially for someone whose innate mindset had him catching ragworms and selling them to tackle shops at just 12 years old... Now the Fo…

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Dorset Growth Hub; Nick Gregory, Mary Lloyd & Rich Burn #S3E1 41:19

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Welcome to 5 Things I Know Now: A DGH Podcast - the innovative and practical new series from the Dorset Growth Hub. Following on from the first two series of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast, we’re bringing an exciting spin to the format, where top business leaders share the five lessons that helped them find success. Kicking off this series are the D…

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Forging the Future of Hybrid Events with Founder of We Are The Media, Mark Masters #S2E13 36:58

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We’re all tired of hearing how tired we are of Zoom events by now - 2021 is the year that events change forever. Whether you’re together in an auditorium or halfway round the globe, Mark Masters’ vision is to craft an experience that’s equally engaging for both parties with the advent of hybrid events. Having staged the first of the ‘You Are The Me…

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60 Years of Lava Lamp Innovation with Owner of Mathmos, Cressida Granger #S2E12 19:34

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The lava lamp is a legendary product that, while recognisable when compared with its original 1963 design, has continued to be iterated upon throughout its illustrious history. Who better to divulge how such a long-standing business like Mathmos continues to innovate well into the future than Cressida Granger, who’s owned the Poole-based company fo…

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Revolutionising the Marine Technology Sector with Head of Commercial at Actisense, Justin Cohen #S2E11 28:57

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If there’s one thing businesses can do to extend a product life cycle, it’s innovate. Whether it be small and iterative, or a massive shift to expand your service offering, it pays to be ahead of the game on fresh developments in your sector. Keeping innovation at the heart of Actisense’s offering of boat electronic systems, their Head of Commercia…

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The New Age of HR with HR Consultant at ViewHR, Heidi Roper #S2E10 28:37

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In today’s world where hybrid models of working seem inevitable for a majority of businesses, implementing the best practices for both your business and your team is vital to your continued success! ViewHR’s Heidi Roper has seen the impact of 2020 on a great number of businesses, and is well aware of the risks around new hires, remote working and t…

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Growing a Worldwide VFX Powerhouse with Head of Marketing at Outpost VFX, Steve Holmes #S2E9 33:48

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With VFX credits on massive TV and Film projects like Black Mirror, Watchmen and Jason Bourne, to name just a few, you’d be forgiven for missing the fact that Outpost VFX are based in the very heart of Bournemouth. As a business with teams as far afield as Montreal and LA, they’ve been ahead of the curve when it comes to utilising the tools that br…

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Achieving Global Growth with Founder & Global CEO at Crowd, Jamie Sergeant #S2E8 1:00:19

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The world has been made smaller than ever before. With a global uptake in digital technologies that keep countries connected, the way to provide insight that nobody else has is with a team in the target territory. Nurturing a strong team with dozens of staff in 7 countries and counting, Crowd’s Founder & Global CEO, Jamie Sergeant, harnesses the po…

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Embracing growth and identifying your goals with Founder & Director of 7PM2 Coaching, Lee Groombridge #S2E7 1:07:19

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Growth is a journey that requires you to understand two things: where you want to be and, perhaps more importantly, where you are now. Choosing the right type of coach to help you achieve your goals is vital, and forms the foundation of Lee Groombridge’s 7PM2 Coaching. With a fascinating dive into understanding the mindset and motivations of your t…

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Steering your business to success with Dr Donald Nordberg, Associate Professor at Bournemouth University #S2E6 1:03:31

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On the growth journey that many SMEs take, it’s easy to overlook corporate governance as an area that keeps you on the right track. To some it feels like an unnecessary barrier, but consider Dr Donald Nordberg’s alternate approach; it helps you in the same way brakes on a car help you drive faster... Donald, Associate Professor of Strategy and Corp…

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Beating market adversity with a flexible strategy with Aetha Design Co-owner & Director, Sophie Parsons #S2E5 1:04:56

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If the past year has done anything to business strategies, it’s ripping up the playbook that we might have taken so much care in writing up. The key to staying on top of the times, according to Aetha Design’s Director Sophie Parsons, is staying agile, flexible, and keep moving forward. Having secured a number of valuable clients well outside of the…

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Launching a niche sports clothing brand with Flyhawk Founder, Stephanie Essex #S2E4 36:40

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It takes an admirable degree of confidence to launch a business at the best of times, let alone launch a sports brand while team sports aren’t being played. But becoming netball’s #1 brand is a goal which, with the advocacy of England’s finest players, is well within reach for Bournemouth-based Flyhawk. Having been her own target market, Stephanie …

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Curating a local team with a global impact with Mr Lee’s Pure Foods, MarComms Director, Kasia Bigda #S2E3 45:46

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This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast was recorded shortly before the passing of Mr Lee’s Noodles’ Founder, Damien Lee, whose enthusiasm, energy and inspiration runs tangibly through the business, through to the highly dedicated members of the team. Speaking of the growing international presence of Mr Lee’s Noodles and the innovation taking…

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Building a trusted brand with Bournemouth University’s Associate Professor, Dr Chris Chapleo #S2E2 53:32

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Creating a brand is often considered as the customer-facing image of the business, but the visuals are just the tip of the iceberg. Associating the right values with your imagery, and backing that up through business operations and decisions is equally vital to create a brand that people know, remember and, most importantly, trust. In episode 2 of …

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Big brand partnerships and securing international sales with Founder of Hawthorn Handmade, Stephanie Carswell #S2E1 41:02

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Welcome to the start of Series 2 of the Dorset Growth Hub podcast! Joining us to kick off the series is Stephanie Carswell, Founder and Creative Director of Hawthorn Handmade, whose offering of embroidery kits has found domestic and international success, particularly within the last year as their sales flew! Stephanie shares the high points and va…

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Live Q&A "Future Thinking" with Samantha Kingston, Jennifer Quigley-Jones & Cas Paton #S1E17 56:43

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In this special bonus episode, we are delighted to run a live Q&A with all of the guests from episode 14-16 to answer your key questions surrounding "Future Thinking". This episode was recorded as part of BEYOND 2020 audio conference in October 2020. Find Samantha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-kingston-a4811686/ Find Jennifer: https://www.l…

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"Building the fastest growing online marketplace globally" with Founder of OnBuy.com, Cas Paton - BEYOND2020 - #S1E16 22:31

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Cas Paton is the Founder of OnBuy.com, the fastest growing marketplace in the world and Amazon alternative, who have seen a record 24,000% growth in the past four years since the company’s launch. They boast an 8 million strong customer base and have recently secured an exclusive £1m deal with ITV to reach 44 million consumers across the nation. Th…

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"The rise of Influencer Marketing" with Digital Voices CEO Jennifer Quigley-Jones - BEYOND2020 -#S1E15 29:29

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CEO of Digital Voices, YouTube influencer marketing agency Jennifer Quigley Jones is passionate about telling stories. She builds powerful YouTube creator campaigns for brands such as Rolls-Royce, the Royal Air Force, Universal Music Group, the Post Office and the Trainline, balancing data and creativity to make memorable content that develops cust…

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"Implementing VR in your marketing strategy" with Virtual Umbrella CEO, Samantha Kingston - BEYOND2020 - #S1E14 16:26

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Samantha Kingston is the Co-Founder & CEO at Virtual Umbrella, a marketing consultancy helping businesses tap into the commercial and creative potential of immersive technology. They provide support with immersive marketing, consultancy and events for brands such as DHL, SKY, UBER, Gucci and San Miguel to name a few. Samantha is part of the BIMA100…

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Live Q&A "Winning New Business" with Liz Willingham, Adam Perry & Katharine Wright #S1E13 51:00

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In this special bonus episode, we are delighted to run a live Q&A with all of the guests from episode 10-12 to answer your key questions surrounding "Winning New Business" This episode was recorded as part of BEYOND 2020 audio conference in October 2020. Find Liz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-willingham-09273a3/ Find Adam: https://www.linkedin.c…

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"Attracting new accounts" with Wessanen's National Business Development Manager, Adam Perry - BEYOND2020 - #S1E12 22:36

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Adam Perry heads up National Business Development at Wessanen, multinational food company with a focus on organic with brands including Clipper Teas, Kallo Foods, Whole Earth and Mrs Crimble’s. Adam is responsible for circa 70 wholesalers across the UK and managing the Foodbuy and the Compass Group, Elior, National Trust, Gate Retail for EasyJet an…

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"Using your communications strategy to build new client relationships" with Liz Lean PR's Managing Director, Liz Willingham - BEYOND2020 - #S1E11 18:12

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Managing Director and Founder at Liz Lean PR, President & Chair of Dorset Chamber of Commerce and Non-Executive Director at the British Chambers of Commerce, Liz Willingham has a wealth of experience in helping Dorset Business’ thrive. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Liz reacted quickly due to her experience with the 2008 financial crisis, to help he…