In this episode of Coffee with a Female Founder, Amy sits down with Ashley to unpack her inspiring journey from working in the NHS to building a purpose-led business designed to help people to stand. Ashley shares how her experience on the frontline helped her identify a clear gap in a service-led industry, and how that insight sparked the creation of a product-based solution rooted in real need.
Together, Amy and Ashley explore what it truly takes to bring a brand-new product to market, from early concept and development to navigating the challenges of launch.They also discuss the realities of transitioning from public service to entrepreneurship, and the importance of learning to befriend social media as a modern founder.
To find out more about Stand Sure please visit their website: https://www.standsureonline.co.uk
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This podcast is produced by @kupoduk in Oldham Greater Manchester
In this episode of Coffee with a Female Founder, Andrea Manguera shares her journey as a business owner of two distinct Businesses: Mama’s Soul Food, a seafood restaurant in Manchester, and Sirens Pole Fitness. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of running a family business, the importance of community engagement, and the balance between her two businesses. Andrea also opens up about overcoming self-doubt, managing burnout, and the significance of self-care in entrepreneurship.
You can find her on instagram: @andreathesiren
Mama’s Soul Food: @mamasoulfoodmcr
Sirens Pole Fitness: @sirensexlusive
The coffee is delivered to us courtesy of VexCoffee.com which the UK’s freshest coffee discovery club, every month they expertly handpick two small independent coffee roasters for you to explore. They have been kind enough to give our listeners 25% off your first box using the code FEMALEFOUNDER or using the link: https://vexcoffee.com/female-founder
This podcast is produced by @kupoduk in Oldham Greater Manchester
In this episode, we’re joined by Margaret Ward, an email marketing specialist and strategist. She shares how every job she’s ever had played a bigger role in shaping her expertise, and how she was freelancing her way through uni long before she realised she was running a business.
Margaret breaks down what really makes a good email, the key automations every small business should have in place, and how to make email your most profitable channel. She shares she’s built a personal brand on LinkedIn, and how you can do the same with confidence and consistency.
Follow Margaret on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaret-ward-/
Visit Margarets email marketing consultancy Claddagh Creative: https://www.claddaghcreative.com
The coffee is delivered to us courtesy of VexCoffee.com which the UK’s freshest coffee discovery club, every month they expertly handpick two small independent coffee roasters for you to explore. They have been kind enough to give our listeners 25% off your first box using the code FEMALEFOUNDER or using the link: https://vexcoffee.com/female-founder
This podcast is produced by @kupoduk in Oldham Greater Manchester
In this conversation, Hannah Swarbrick shares her journey from a varied career in hospitality and marketing to founding her consultancy, Yellow HR. She discusses the importance of employee experience, effective communication, and the challenges of scaling a business. Hannah emphasises the need for a strong workplace culture and the significance of hiring the right people to drive growth. She also offers valuable advice for new business owners, highlighting the power of networking and self-trust.
To see more from Hannah follow her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahswarbrickdone/
If you need any support with HR visit her website to find out more: https://www.yellow-hr.com
The coffee is delivered to us courtesy of VexCoffee.com which the UK’s freshest coffee discovery club, every month they expertly handpick two small independent coffee roasters for you to explore. They have been kind enough to give our listeners 25% off your first box using the code FEMALEFOUNDER or using the link: https://vexcoffee.com/female-founder
This podcast is produced by KUPOD Productions in Oldham Greater Manchester
In this conversation, Rachelle Williams, a female founder and agile coach, shares her journey from working in large consultancies to becoming an independent consultant. She discusses the importance of agile methodologies in organisations, the challenges of transitioning to self-employment, and the value of community support for business owners. Rachelle emphasises the need for tailored approaches in agile coaching and offers practical advice for new entrepreneurs, highlighting the significance of networking and collaboration.To buy tickets to Rachelle's 'Back of the Room training' visit this link: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/tbrwithrachelle/1688449 Find Rachelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelleawilliams/ Our 'coffee' was provided to us by From The Inside Out www.ftio.co.uk
This podcast is produced by KUPOD Productions in Oldham Greater Manchester
In this episode, we talk with Eleanor Bradley about her journey from starting her sustainable clothing brand, Wild Strings, to building her service-based business, Ellie Stitches. She shares the highs and lows of running a fashion business, what it felt like to let go of her first venture, and the lessons she’s carried forward. Eleanor also talks about defining success on your own terms, staying flexible, and embracing imperfection as part of the entrepreneurial journey.
The coffee was gifted by beansplease.co.uk an independent women owned coffee roaster.
This podcast is produced by KUPOD Productions in Oldham Greater Manchester