EPISODE · Feb 17, 2026 · 52 MIN
Ep. 124 | Two women ONE vision: From corporate paths to building a wellness business together
from The Unapologetic Mompreneur · host Sarah Dew
In this episode of the Unapologetic Mompreneur podcast, I’m chatting with the incredibly inspiring Brenda Koesterman and Nicola Batten – co-founders of the newly opened Hotpod Yoga Bishop’s Stortford.This one is a first for the show because not only did we go on the road and record on location in their fabulous studio, but it’s the first time I’ve interviewed two women growing a business together and the first time we’ve talked about a brick and mortar, venue-based wellness business too! Join us as we talk all about the moment Brenda and Nicola realised the traditional path wasn’t for them, why wellness - and most importantly, this kind of wellness - felt so aligned, and what really goes into opening a physical business in your local community.We also dive into:👉🏼 Brenda and Nicola’s unique journey from corporate life and science to wellness entrepreneurship, and how a shared love for yoga brought them together as business partners.👉🏼 The magic (and honesty) of running a business with a partner.👉🏼 How they navigate decision-making when they don’t always agree. 👉🏼 What makes the Hotpod experience so powerful for mental health, stress relief, and confidence.👉🏼 The role motherhood has played in shaping how they lead and build.👉🏼 And their ‘5 pods in 5 years’ vision for creating something that goes far beyond “just classes.”If you’ve ever dreamed of opening a physical space, going into business with a friend, or building something rooted in wellbeing, community and purpose, this episode is for you. Let's dive in!CONNECT WITH BRENDA AND NICOLA:👉🏼 On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotpodyoga_bishopsstortford👉🏼 Book a class at Hotpod Yoga Bishop's Stortford: https://hotpodyoga.com/studios/bishops-stortford/schedule🎁 Make sure you use the code LAA84K when registering to get your first class for FREE! 🤩LINKS MENTIONED:⭐ Book a Breakthrough Brew: https://theunapologeticmompreneur.com/breakthrough-brew⭐ Work with me inside Biz-Mentum: https://theunapologeticmompreneur.com/biz-mentum⭐ Join me at Thrive Collective: https://thrivecollective.clubCONNECT WITH SARAH:⭐https://theunapologeticmompreneur.com/hello/ ⭐ Follow me on IG: https://instagram.com/theunapologeticmompreneur
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In this episode of the Unapologetic Mompreneur podcast, I’m chatting with the incredibly inspiring Brenda Koesterman and Nicola Batten – co-founders of the newly opened Hotpod Yoga Bishop’s Stortford.This one is a first for the show because not only did we go on the road and record on location in their fabulous studio, but it’s the first time I’ve interviewed two women growing a business together and the first time we’ve talked about a brick and mortar, venue-based wellness business too! Join us as we talk all about the moment Brenda and Nicola realised the traditional path wasn’t for them, why wellness - and most importantly, this kind of wellness - felt so aligned, and what really goes into opening a physical business in your local community.We also dive into:👉🏼 Brenda and Nicola’s unique journey from corporate life and science to wellness entrepreneurship, and how a shared love for yoga brought them together as business partners.👉🏼 The magic (and honesty) of running a business with a partner.👉🏼 How they navigate decision-making when they don’t always agree. 👉🏼 What makes the Hotpod experience so powerful for mental health, stress relief, and confidence.👉🏼 The role motherhood has played in shaping how they lead and build.👉🏼 And their ‘5 pods in 5 years’ vision for creating something that goes far beyond “just classes.”If you’ve ever dreamed of opening a physical space, going into business with a friend, or building something rooted in wellbeing, community and purpose, this episode is for you. Let's dive in!CONNECT WITH BRENDA AND NICOLA:👉🏼 On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotpodyoga_bishopsstortford👉🏼 Book a class at Hotpod Yoga Bishop's Stortford: https://hotpodyoga.com/studios/bishops-stortford/schedule🎁 Make sure you use the code LAA84K when registering to get your first class for FREE! 🤩LINKS MENTIONED:⭐ Book a Breakthrough Brew: https://theunapologeticmompreneur.com/breakthrough-brew⭐ Work with me inside Biz-Mentum: https://theunapologeticmompreneur.com/biz-mentum⭐ Join me at Thrive Collective: https://thrivecollective.clubCONNECT WITH SARAH:⭐https://theunapologeticmompreneur.com/hello/ ⭐ Follow me on IG: https://instagram.com/theunapologeticmompreneur
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