Mind Your Business With Sara & Helen

In these most testing of economic times, it's imperative you take the initiative when it comes to boosting your margins. Sara and Helen offer practical advice about how to get something for nothing from suppliers, clients and customers - in turn improving your bottom line. Uncle Matt also makes his debut on the pod with words of wisdom about growth.Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have questions from CroCreate, Carrie and Tracy about online trolls, when it's right to promote staff to a management role, and the pros and cons of finding a permanent home for a mobile business. Email your questions to [email protected] LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's easy to be distracted by your competitors, but never forget you are where you are because you had a great idea and the drive and dedication to realise it. Sara and Helen evaluate the merits of assessing what your rivals are up to - and potentially doing better - against the fundamental need to concentrate on your business's core strengths. We also hear from their mam, who has some extremely wise words of wisdom regarding marketing ...Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From timekeeping to tea rounds and toilet breaks, the standards you set in the workplace can make or break your business. Sara and Helen lay down the laws to help you create a positive culture in the office, which will ensure both you and your staff are happier and more productive. Meanwhile, Sara's incessant bragging about her VIP treatment on flights (eventually) proves to be a valuable lesson for us all, and Helen reveals how the humble KitKat helped her build a loyal customer base. And their Dad, Frank, offers words of wisdom about the fundamental importance of cash.Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Entrepreneurial agony aunts Sara and Helen answer your questions about dealing with underperforming staff (who are friendly and loyal), invigorating a stagnating business and attracting investors (if that's even a good idea).Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From costly mistakes and missed opportunities to lessons learnt, fresh motivation and building resilience, Sara and Helen explore why failure is so often part of the road to success. We discuss some of our biggest business setbacks, what they taught us, and why a failure in your business should never be mistaken as a failure in yourself.Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From making big decisions alone to keeping a brave face on when the pressure is mounting, this episode tackles one of the most overlooked parts of business: loneliness. We discuss why entrepreneurship can feel so isolating, why Helen’s experience of it helped inspire this podcast, and how connection and community can make all the difference.Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first of our weekly Q&A sessions, Sara & Helen answer your questions about protecting your brand, marketing a business with next-to-no budget, and managing cashflow. If you want advice from entrepreneurial agony aunts, email [email protected] LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramUseful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sara and Helen tackle the reality of wearing too many hats in business. From costly mistakes and energy-draining jobs to outsourcing, hiring and learning to trust other people, they explore why doing everything yourself can hold your business back. It’s an honest chat about letting go, playing to your strengths and recognising when being a jack of all trades is doing more harm than good.  Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re kicking off Mind Your Business by tackling one of the biggest challenges in business: confidence. From imposter syndrome and self-doubt to handling criticism, backing your ideas and learning to trust yourself, Sara and Helen share honest experiences and practical advice for anyone who’s ever questioned whether they’re good enough. It’s a relatable first conversation for small business owners everywhere, and a reminder that confidence isn’t something you’re simply born with, it’s something you build.  Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Mind Your Business, a brand new podcast hosted by sisters Sara Davies and Helen Goddard - with honest, practical and down-to-earth conversations for small business owners and entrepreneurs.Useful LinksOur WebsiteFacebook CommunityInstagramEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.