In today’s episode of Rich + Relaxed™, Catriona is joined by Facebook groups expert and social media manager Alice (Wonderland Socials) for a real, unfiltered conversation about the shady sales tactics dominating the online space - and what actually works instead.
We unpack the “trust recession” in online business, misleading marketing promises, inflated income claims, and why buyers are more cautious than ever.
Alice shares how she’s built a fully booked business using Facebook groups as a powerful (and ethical) lead generation strategy - even as a mum - without the burnout, reels grind or constant posting.
Inside this episode:
→ the shady tactics killing trust online
→ why “big income claims” aren’t what they seem
→ the lead gen strategy that’s still converting right now
→ how Alice books clients weekly using Facebook groups
→ building a sustainable business that works around motherhood
→ why ease > hustle when it comes to long-term success
If you’re tired of the noise, want more clients without burning out, and are craving a business that actually fits your life - this one’s a must-listen.
🎓 Free Live Masterclass (for Social Media Managers):
Life Proof Your SMM Business
👉 https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/f/smm-masterclass
📲 Follow Alice on Instagram:
👉 https://www.instagram.com/wonderlandsocials
In this episode of Rich + Relaxed™, Catriona shares the truth about outsourcing, building a team, and why trying to do everything yourself is one of the biggest reasons women burn out - or quit - in business.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck or scared to invest in support, this episode is for you.
🔗 LINKS & NEXT STEPS
✨ Free Masterclass (for Social Media Managers):Life Proof Your SMM Biz - learn the systems, support and structure you need to grow without sacrificing your sanity👉https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/f/smm-masterclass
✨ Apply to work with Catriona:
→ Apply for Social Media Management👉https://portal.levelupsocials.co.uk/public/form/view/640aff3af175e182c53d8bb5
→ Apply for the UPLEVEL Mastermind👉 https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/courses/uplevel-mastermind
✨ Let’s connect on Instagram:👉 https://www.instagram.com/levelupsocialsuk
In this episode, Catriona, founder of Level Up Socials, shares her exact system for planning your most successful year in business - without the overwhelm, burnout or guesswork. If you’ve ever set big goals and then had no idea what to actually do day-to-day to reach them… this episode will change everything.
If you want 2026 to feel easier, lighter, more profitable and way more intentional… this episode will give you the blueprint.
👉 Connect with Catriona on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/levelupsocialsuk
👉 Join the free masterclass: Life Proof Your SMM Biz (7th January, 10am)
For social media managers who want to double their income and half their workload in 2026.
https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/f/smm-masterclass
👉 Apply to work with Catriona inside the UPLEVEL Mastermind
https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/courses/uplevel-mastermind
👉 Apply to work with Level Up Socials for social media management
https://portal.levelupsocials.co.uk/public/form/view/640aff3af175e182c53d8bb5
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If you know you’re amazing at what you do but not enough people know you exist… this episode is for you.
In this conversation with PR expert and multiple business owner Gem Lyanne, we talk about what PR actually is (beyond “getting in a magazine”), how to find your story and your angle, and how to use PR, events and influencers to build real visibility without burning out on social media.
We also dive into confidence, “trust recession” in the coaching/online space, raising your frequency in business, and why you’re probably underestimating how much of an expert you already are.
If you’re ready to be seen as the go-to in your space - not just another person posting on Instagram - you’re going to love this one.
We discussed:
What PR really is (and how it’s different from just “getting followers”)
How to find your story and angle, even if you think you’re “not interesting enough”
Different types of PR: press, awards, podcasts, networking, events & influencers
How to leverage other people’s platforms and audiences instead of doing everything alone
Using visibility strategically so it supports your business (not your burnout)
How to start showing up if you don’t feel confident yet
Why you are an expert (even if your brain hasn’t caught up yet)
Connect with me:
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/levelupsocialsuk
Free Magnetic Messaging Method:
https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/f/magnetic-messaging-method
Apply for social media management: https://portal.levelupsocials.co.uk/public/form/view/640aff3af175e182c53d8bb5
Apply to join the UPLEVEL Mastermind (for social media managers):
https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/courses/uplevel-mastermind
Connect with Gem:
Gem’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gem_lyanne/
Let’s talk PASSIVE INCOME - the real way. Not selling a random PDF. Not copying someone else’s offer. Not burning out trying to trade more time for money.
In this episode, I break down exactly how I’ve generated over £120k in passive income using simple, scalable offers that sell without needing me to be “on” all the time.
I share the mindset shifts, the systems, and the offer structure behind creating income that’s sustainable, spacious and aligned.
You’ll also learn how to use my Guaranteed Buyer Framework - the method that helps you sell BEFORE you create a single thing. It’s the ultimate procrastination-busting hack and the exact process that led me to one of my biggest launches ever: £40,000 before the offer even existed.
If you’re tired of overthinking, stuck in perfectionism, or trying to scale while doing everything manually… this episode will change how you see passive income forever.
Get Passive Income Accelerator for 75% off (instant, lifetime access):
https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/courses/passive-income-accelerator
Connect with me on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/levelupsocialsuk
If you’re building a business while navigating a really hard season; grief, loss, burnout, overwhelm, or simply feeling like life is “too much” - this episode is for you.
In this deeply personal conversation, I share what it was like to grow my business during the year I lost my dad, all while juggling motherhood, clients, life admin and the pressure to “keep going” when everything in me wanted to fall apart.
This isn’t a story about pushing through. It’s a story about learning to honour your capacity, protect your energy, and build a business that can hold you - even when you can’t hold everything yourself.
If you’ve ever felt guilty for slowing down, frustrated with your own bandwidth, or scared that a hard season will ruin your momentum… you are not alone. And you are not behind.
Connect with me on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/levelupsocialsuk
Free Magnetic Messaging Method:
https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/f/magnetic-messaging-method
Apply to join UPLEVEL: the mastermind:
https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/courses/uplevel-mastermind
In today’s episode of Rich + Relaxed™, I’m joined by the incredible Chloe, who went from earning £500 a month to becoming a fully booked, multi business owner CEO with two businesses she’s genuinely proud of.
This conversation is raw, emotional and full of the real-life mindset shifts, decisions and moments of truth that changed everything for her.
We talk about the turning point that woke her up, the fears she had to face, the support she finally allowed herself to receive, and how stepping into CEO energy transformed not just her business… but her entire life.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, behind, overwhelmed or convinced you’re not “good enough” to grow - Chloe’s story will sit deeply with you.
The moment Chloe realised something had to change
The mindset shift that unlocked her CEO energy
How she went from £500 months to fully booked
The role support, community and mentorship played in her transformation
Why backing yourself is the most powerful move you can make
Let’s connect:
My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levelupsocialsuk
Free Magnetic Messaging Method:
https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/f/magnetic-messaging-method
Apply to join the UPLEVEL Mastermind (for social media managers):
https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/courses/uplevel-mastermind
Connect with Chloe: https://www.instagram.com/chloejackelinsocial
Creating content shouldn’t feel like performing. In this episode, I’m breaking down why showing up online feels exhausting - and how to shift into creating content from a place of ease, confidence and authenticity. If you’re tired of overthinking every post, this will set you free.
Let's connect: https://www.instagram.com/levelupsocialsuk
Free Magnetic Messaging Method: https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/f/magnetic-messaging-method
We're starting Rich + Relaxed™ with a deeply personal episode - I’m sharing the story I’ve never fully said out loud - the risk that changed my entire life, the breakdown in Costa, the moment I nearly quit everything, and how that led to building a business that now supports my entire family. If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing, falling behind or questioning whether you’re capable - this episode is for you.
Let's connect: https://www.instagram.com/levelupsocialsuk
Free Magnetic Messaging Method: https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/f/magnetic-messaging-method
Social media managers - apply for my mastermind: https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/courses/uplevel-mastermind
Passive Income Accelerator - instant lifetime access, 75% off: https://www.levelupsocials.co.uk/courses/passive-income-accelerator