PODCAST · business
The Rebellious Business Show
by Cordelia Kate and Caroline Antonia
The 'Rebellious Business Show,' hosted by Cordelia and Caroline, celebrates unique entrepreneurs who dare to be different. It's more than business talk; it's a tribute to individuality, embracing personal stories and self-ownership. Each week, we bring stories of rebels making an impact, offering practical advice and tools, and promoting transparency and self-acceptance. Join us to feel empowered, be unapologetically yourself, and use your unique story to make a difference. Tune in weekly to journey with us on this rebellious adventure.
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We Made 13 Cents From a Pregnancy Story. Then Ranted About Shrinkflation + “Performative” Content That Gives the Ick 😬
If business already feels chaotic, the last thing you need is the internet (and the world) pretending things are “fine” when they’re clearly… not.In the first Rebellious Business Show of 2026, we covered three things that every rebel entrepreneur will recognise and probably want to scream about. In a friendly way. Mostly. 😅📌 Topic #1: The “13-Cent Breakthrough” (and what content actually gets attention)Turns out a totally random story (yes, a pregnancy + driving test moment) brought in the biggest bar tab spike we’ve seen. We’re unpacking what that means for content, visibility, and why “polished” isn’t always what performs. 💸📌 Topic #2: Shrinkflation = size gaslightingChocolate bars getting smaller. Crisps shrinking. Prices going up anyway. We’re calling out the sneaky “make it smaller and hope no one notices” nonsense because rebels do notice. 🍫😤📌 Topic #3: When “kindness content” feels… ickyWe talked about the line between sharing real life vs. filming intimate moments (or staged good deeds) for clicks and why it can feel less like care and more like performance. 🎥🚫✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here:👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it(Anonymous? Ridiculous name? Fully encouraged.)📅 Join Us Live!Next live episode is Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time inside The Rebellious Business Network:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Christmas Special: AI Gift Test Gone Rogue 🎄 (ChatGPT Present Picks + Unhinged Anecdotes + Live Shows & Networking Updates)
If your business brain won’t switch off for Christmas, welcome to the club. 🎄😅This Christmas Special is a proper behind-the-scenes vibe: two business partners, a live audience, and a ChatGPT “agent” attempting to pick hypothetical Christmas presents with mixed results (and absolutely zero chill).Expect festive chaos, laugh-out-loud stories, and a little year-end wrap-up of what’s still happening inside the Rebel universe.📌 Topic #1: The ChatGPT Christmas Present Experiment (Swipe Left / Swipe Right edition).We fed ChatGPT a prompt, tested the gift ideas live, and rated what we’d actually keep vs. bin (Freudian slippers, a Leo necklace, a “go away” mug and yes, a perpetual disappointment diary).📌 Topic #2: The unexpected chaos that always shows up when we go off-script.From app mix-ups (Bumble BFF vs dating 😭) to peak-hour sauna survival stories (sparkling water was a bad choice), it’s festive, unfiltered, and painfully relatable.📌 Topic #3: End-of-year Rebel updates (and what’s still running over the holidays).A quick wrap on what’s happening next, including community lives, networking, and why the Marketing Strategy Show is still rolling because we’re apparently incapable of resting. 😉✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here:https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it (You can even stay anonymous and make up a ridiculous name, we’re here for it!)📅 Join Us Live!Be part of our audience for the next live episode on Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time inside The Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Fake “Guru” Marketing, The Red Carpet Illusion & The Networking Move That Actually Gets Clients
If you’re exhausted from doing all the things and still not getting consistent clients… this episode is the reality check your business has been begging for. 😅We’re calling out the fake lifestyle marketing, the manipulative “copy tricks”, and the industry theatre that makes smart entrepreneurs doubt themselves, then showing you what actually moves the needle.📌 Topic #1: The “Fake Expert” Epidemic (and why it’s killing your confidence)We unpack why glittery promises, bloated “value stacks,” and “buy my lifestyle” marketing are basically glitter on a 💩 and what to focus on instead: real value, real results, real relationships.📌 Topic #2: Red Carpets, Rented Lambos & the theatre of online businessWe get into the performance culture (and why it still converts), the consumerism trap, and how to stop getting played by shiny tactics that look impressive but don’t build stability.📌 Topic #3: The Networking Level-Up (consistent clients without feeling salesy)We share what actually turns warm connections into reliable, predictable client momentum, plus details on our invite-only webinar beta happening today.✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here: 👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it(Anonymous + ridiculous names encouraged. Always.) 😈📅 Join Us Live!Be part of our audience for the next live episode on Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time, inside The Rebellious Business Network: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Your Brand Is Confusing, Your Facebook Is Chaos, and AI Might Actually Save You
If your brand feels a bit “WTF are we doing?”, your Facebook profile still says you’re a bartender from 2012, and AI both intrigues and terrifies you, this one’s for you.In this episode of The Rebellious Business Show, Cordelia and Caroline go full behind-the-scenes on what it actually looks like to evolve a brand in public, pick one platform instead of trying to be everywhere, and let AI help you instead of overwhelm you. It’s messy, honest, slightly chaotic (as always) and very, very useful.📌 Topic #1: What Is This Show Even For? Redefining the Rebellious Business ShowWe get brutally honest about trying to make one show do all the things and realising that doesn’t work. Caroline talks about NAC’s relaunch, Cordelia shares the birth of her new live show and community (hello, The Marketing Strategy Show), and together they unpack how to separate the Rebellious Business brand from their personal brands. It’s the messy middle of figuring out: What is this show for? Why do people tune in? And how do we stay fun, human, and actually helpful?📌 Topic #2: Facebook Glow-Ups, Personal Brand Clean-Up, and Picking One PlatformFrom “bartender in Canterbury” and “University of Stupid” to credible, authority-building profiles, we go deep into why one platform is enough when you take it seriously. Cordelia and Caroline talk about doubling down on Facebook, turning your personal profile into a funnel, and why showing up as you (not a beige LinkedIn robot) is the real growth strategy. We also touch on sobriety, teen drinking culture vs TikTok, and the very real tension between being a whole human and being “on-brand.”📌 Topic #3: NotebookLM, Gamma, Agents & Co, The AI Stack We’re Actually UsingThis is where it gets juicy for the systems nerds. We walk through how we’re using:NotebookLM to turn past content (podcasts, docs, YouTube, lives) into outlines, SOPs, and even a fake podcast that pitches NAB-A-CLIENT back to us.Gamma to create on-brand slide decks with almost insulting levels of ease.Zapier’s AI chatbot + ChatGPT Agent Mode to build workflows, write webinar pitches, and yes… even do Christmas shopping based on a spoken brief.It’s not “AI will replace you” it’s “AI can finally do the boring bits so you can focus on the human stuff.”✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show.Drop yours here:👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it(You can even stay anonymous and make up a ridiculous name — we’re here for it.)📅 Join Us Live!Be part of our audience for the next live episode on Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time.Tune in inside The Rebellious Business Network here:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Facebook Pennies, Organic Clients & Burnout: How to Make Your Business Pay You Back
If you’re tired of throwing content at the internet, getting paid in literal cents, and wondering how the hell you’re supposed to grow and rest without everything collapsing… this episode is basically group therapy for your business brain. 😅Cordelia and Caroline pull back the curtain on Facebook monetisation, tiny audiences, real client-getting strategies, and how to build something that doesn’t fall apart the second life happens.📌 Topic #1: The “Bar Tab” Facebook Monetisation, 3¢ Weeks & What the Numbers REALLY MeanThe rebels reveal exactly what they’re earning from Facebook’s content monetisation (spoiler: we’re in copper coin territory, not private island money).They walk through:Why percentages like “up 200000%” and “down 150000%” are absolutely unhinged without context.How the show is finally showing up in Facebook’s top content metrics.The idea of turning this “bar tab” income into something meaningful – like funding charity projects, cataract ops, or entrepreneurship programmes for women around the world, instead of just buying themselves a drink.It’s part money-nerd, part heart-led plotting, and very, very on-brand rebellious.📌 Topic #2: Tiny Audience, Big Results The NAVA Client Challenge, Black Friday Revolt & Twixmas Mop-UpThen we get into the stuff that actually makes you money.The rebels break down how to turn a small but mighty audience into real clients using the NAVA Client Challenge membership and its plug-and-play strategies:The Anti–Discovery Call Challenge that helped one client accidentally book 30 calls and birth a group programme.The Black Friday Revolt, a no-discount, anti–race-to-the-bottom promo one client implemented in a day and turned into £7k cash.The upcoming Twixmas Mop-Up strategy: using that quiet “between Christmas and New Year” window to sweep up low-hanging fruit and start the year with cash in the bank.All using simple, organic tactics, no fancy funnels, no big ad spend, just clear offers, focused promotions and repeatable client-getting engines.📌 Topic #3: Hank the Question Bank, Selling Without Being a Goblin & Keeping the Business Alive When You Can’tEnter Hank the Question Bank, the show’s AI troublemaker built on Base 44, spitting out wildcard questions live.Hank prompts a juicy chat on:How to turn warm, chatty community members into paying clients without doing a hard swerve into “Selling Town”.Why covert, manipulative, “twist-the-knife” tactics are out – and transparent, bespoke offers are in.The reality of burnout, maternity leave, illness and “life happening” and what actually keeps a business ticking over when you can’t be front and centre.Think recurring revenue, customer-support-first team roles, and offers that don’t rely solely on you white-knuckling your way through every week.It’s rebellious, honest, a bit chaotic, and weirdly grounding.✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show.Drop yours here:👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it(You can even stay anonymous and make up a ridiculous name, we’re here for it!)📅 Join Us Live!Be part of our audience for the next live episode on Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time.Tune in inside The Rebellious Business Network:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Why Your Posts Aren’t Paying You: The Email List Fix, Our Monetised ‘Bar Tab’ & Hank the Question Bank Take Over
If you’re exhausted from shouting into the social media void, secretly burnt out from “showing up” everywhere, and still wondering why your content isn’t turning into clients or cash… this one’s your wake-up call. 💌Cordelia and Caroline are diving into the real levers that move your business: smarter visibility, simpler selling, and using data (and a bit of AI chaos) to actually support your energy instead of draining it.📌 Topic #1: Why Your Email List Will Outperform Social Media Every. Single. Time.We talk about Kennedy from Email Marketing Heroes and the 1:00 PM webinar where he’s breaking down how he turned his email newsletter into an automated sales machine (yep, from £27k to over £541k on one product).Cordelia rants (lovingly) about why she wants to shake anyone who’s relying only on social media, and Caroline drops the best analogy:Social media = a tatty flyer on a community noticeboard.Email = a message in the letterbox of someone who actually asked for it.We cover open rates vs reach, segmentation, why email visibility is 5–50x more powerful, and how you can finally stop gambling your business on the algorithm.📌 Topic #2: The “Bar Tab” Turning Facebook Pennies into Real-World ImpactThe Rebellious Business Show is now officially earning from Facebook’s content monetisation (not just stars) and the show itself is appearing in their top content metrics for the first time. 🎉Cue: the Bar Tab.Cordelia and Caroline pull back the curtain on:How much the show has actually made so far (spoiler: we’re not buying a yacht).Why percentages can be hilariously misleading (“up 200000%”… and then “down 150000%”).The idea of turning this “small but growing” pot into something bigger than a round of drinks like funding charity projects, cataract surgeries, or helping women around the world gain skills to start their own businesses.It’s part metrics nerd-out, part heart-led brainstorm about using content money to do something that actually matters.📌 Topic #3: Hank the Question Bank, Burnout, and Showing Up as a Human (Not a Robot)Meet Hank the Question Bank, the show’s new AI helper that spits out wildcard questions live on air.We test-drive Hank, talk about how to:Turn warm, chatty community members into clients without doing a sleazy sales ambush.Make bespoke offers that actually fit people, rather than forcing everyone through the same funnel.Handle burnout honestly (sometimes the most rebellious move is, go have a nap, not another “visibility sprint”).Along the way, there’s real talk about nicknames, live-video imperfection, trolling, “digital stoning”, and why we refuse to pretend this online business thing is polished or perfect. It’s messy, human, and very, very Rebellious.✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show.Drop yours here:👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it(You can even stay anonymous and make up a ridiculous name, we’re here for it!)📅 Join Us Live!Be part of the audience for the next live episode on Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time.Tune in inside The Rebellious Business Network:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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From Crickets to Clients: The Bar Tab Experiment, Our AI Blog Machine, and Hank’s No-Fluff Conversion Playbook
Solo ride with Cordelia today, no Caroline, no safety net, just the good stuff. We peeked behind the curtain of our monetization experiments (hello, Rebel’s Bar Tab 🍹), stress-tested a brand-new AI-powered blog machine that writes and ships posts on autopilot, and unleashed Hank the Question Bank to grill us on the real gap between visibility and sales. Expect practical, non-sleazy, do-this-now advice (plus a few laughs).📌 Topic #1: The Rebel’s Bar Tab (Content → Coins) How our weekly show, posts, and even a cover photo earned actual pennies and why we may funnel it to charity. Meta takeaways: what Facebook is rewarding right now, why “small signals” still matter, and how to track tiny wins without losing the plot.📌 Topic #2: Behind the Scenes, The AI Blog Build Cordelia’s automation stack (keyword research → outlines → full posts → images → WordPress publish) finally clicked. We talked SEO logic, affiliate angles, syndication next steps, and how to test fast before you go evergreen.📌 Topic #3: Hank’s Hot Seat, Connection > Content (and How to Convert It) Live > lurking: go live, answer real questions, and make a specific offer (think: Anti-Discovery Call) instead of “book a call.” We covered promo cadence, rotating conversion plays, and turning engaging audiences into paying clients without cringe tactics.✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take? We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here: 👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it (anonymous is welcome—ridiculous names encouraged)📅 Join Us Live! Be part of the audience for the next live episode Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK inside The Rebellious Business Network: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Stop Flash Sales, Start Movement: How We Plan Monthly Promos + Warm Your Crowd
Tired of discounting your worth and winging your marketing? This episode shows you how to revolt against the Black Friday race-to-the-bottom, build a monthly promo rhythm you can actually keep, and plug into a community that warms your audience before you ever make an offer. ⚡️🔥 What Went Down?📌 Topic #1: The Black Friday Revolt: Why slashing prices isn’t a strategy, and how to ride the seasonal buzz without cheapening your brand. (When they zig, we zag.)📌 Topic #2: Rhythm > Rigid Plans: Our pop-up strategy approach to monthly promotions: simple, repeatable, and designed to build momentum even if you don’t have ads or a giant list.📌 Topic #3: Community Over Audience: Turning your network into a warm, responsive crowd: real examples from inside the Rebellious Business Network, plus a women-in-business journaling circle that builds clarity (and friendships).✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here:👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it (anonymous & ridiculous names welcome)📅 Join Us Live!Be part of the audience every Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK inside The Rebellious Business Network:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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From ‘I’ll Do It Later’ to Locked-In Results, How we stay consistent, why community sells better than funnels, and what monetisation stats really look like
If your marketing feels like plate-spinning while the algorithm throws tomatoes, you don’t need more hacks, you need connection, consistency, and a reality check on what actually converts. 🤹♀️🍅We get into the messy middle of running a real business online: showing up weekly (even when you’re not in the mood), weaving human connection into your funnel so sales stop feeling uphill, and calling BS on creator monetisation fairytales. It’s candid, useful, a bit chaotic and very us.📌 Topic #1 Connection Beats Automation:Why trying to scale by stripping out the human is killing your conversion rate, and how a connection-first funnel (community, conversations, presence) warms your audience and lifts sales without the bro tactics.📌 Topic #2 Consistency Without Burnout:The routine that keeps us marketing no matter what (hello, weekly live), plus SOPs and handing social to a VA so your output doesn’t die every time life gets loud.📌 Topic #3 Monetisation Reality Check (and TikTok & Faceless Content):We open the books on our Facebook payouts (lol/ouch), debate faceless content vs personal brand, and talk about when each actually works for service businesses.✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here:👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it(Stay anonymous and invent a ridiculous name—we’re here for it.)📅 Join Us Live!Be part of the audience every Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK inside The Rebellious Business Network:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Likes Don’t Pay the Bills: The Rebel’s Guide to Engagement, Lives & Staying Sane Online
Think you’re shouting into the void? You’re not, you’re just measuring the wrong things. 🙃This week, we’re blowing up the myth that likes equal success and diving into what actually moves the needle when you’re building a rebellious online business.📌 Topic #1: Engagement Isn’t What You ThinkWe tackled the big one, why “no comments” doesn’t mean “no one’s watching.” From invisible engagement (clicks, watch time, DMs) to the real metrics that matter, we’re redefining what success looks like on social.📌 Topic #2: Going Live Without Losing Your MindWe spilled our behind-the-scenes strategy for The Rebellious Business Show, why consistency beats virality every time, how to get more people to show up, and why replay viewers might secretly be your best audience.📌 Topic #3: The Comparison Trap (and How to Opt Out)From six-figure coaches to online highlight reels, we went all in on the toxicity of “success theatre.” This one’s for the entrepreneurs tired of playing the numbers game and ready to play the long game instead.✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here:👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it(You can even stay anonymous and make up a ridiculous name, we’re here for it!)📅 Join Us Live!Catch the next Rebellious Business Show every Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time inside The Rebellious Business Network:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Stop Chasing Likes: Build a Loud Community and Make Your Content Pay
Feeling like you’re shouting into the void? Same. The algorithm isn’t broken, you’re measuring the wrong thing. This week we unpack why most of your audience will never comment (and why that’s not a problem), how a handful of “chatty” members can flip your community from quiet to alive, and the unsexy truth about turning content into cash.🔥 What Went Down?📌 Topic #1: The 1–9–90 Rule (Lurkers Are Your Quiet Buyers)Most people won’t like or comment and they still convert. We break down real engagement (watch time, DMs, link clicks), low-friction CTAs (hello, emoji drops), and why vanity metrics lie.📌 Topic #2: Community Over Competition (Create 10 Loud Voices)You don’t need hundreds of superfans, just a core crew who talk. We share how to spark conversation, model collaboration (not cloning), and build a culture that keeps people coming back.📌 Topic #3: Content → Cash (Receipts, Not Hype)From tiny Facebook payouts to challenge wins with wild ROI, why consistent, human content quietly fuels sales across your whole ecosystem (even when the comments are crickets).✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here:👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it (anonymous is welcome—use a ridiculous name, we dare you)📅 Join Us Live!Be part of the audience next Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK inside The Rebellious Business Network:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Hate Discovery Calls? Do This Instead → Personal Brand vs Narcissism + Our Facebook Monetisation Reality Check
If posting your face feels cringe, discovery calls drain your soul, and the algorithm seems to pay in pocket lint—this one’s for you.We’re diving into the real stuff: how to get clients this month without contorting yourself into a personal brand you don’t recognise, where the line is between magnetic and narcissistic, and yes, how much Facebook actually paid us (spoiler: bring snacks).What Went Down?📌 Topic #1: The NABA Client Challenge, Now Monthly, Now JuicyWe’ve rebuilt it. A fresh, done-this-month client-getting recipe every time. This round? The Anti-Discovery Call Strategy. 5 focused hours. No fluff. Actual traction.📌 Topic #2: Main Character Energy (Without Becoming a Walking Selfie)We unpack the line between personal brand and narcissism. How to show up if you’re introverted, awkward, or allergic to performative online behaviour. Be magnetic without faking it.📌 Topic #3: Our Facebook Monetisation Experiment (A.K.A. The Penny Parade)We cracked open the dashboard live. What got paid (stories, stars 👀), what didn’t, and what we’re testing next. Reality over hype, always.✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here (anon-friendly):👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it📅 Join Us Live!Be part of the next episode, Wednesdays at 10:30 AM UK. Tune in inside The Rebellious Business Network:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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We Killed Discovery Calls (and Launched a Better Way) + How We ‘Made’ $0.64 on Facebook + The Focus System That Actually Sticks
Tired of hustling harder with nothing to show but a messy to-do list and a mild identity crisis? Same. In this episode we cut the fluff and get practical: a client-getting strategy you can run in five hours, a creator monetization truth bomb (hello, $0.64), and a focus system your brain will actually use.🔥 What Went Down?📌 Topic #1: The Anti-Discovery Call Challenge (New NAVA Client Challenge Format)We unveil the revamped NAVA Client Challenge—now a fresh, five-hour client-getting play each month. First up: the Anti-Discovery Call Strategy (yep, replace awkward “pick your brain?” calls with a value-led conversion process that books real work). We also shared the new structure (monthly challenges), access tiers (challenge-only now available), and why this has been 21 months in the making.📌 Topic #2: Facebook Monetization—Stars, Stories & 64 Glorious CentsWe opened the bonnet (yes, we said bonnet) on our Facebook monetization test: stories, stars, and what actually pays (spoiler: sometimes your mate’s selfie earns more than your best post). Expect a candid, creator-friendly breakdown of what's worth your energy—and what’s not.📌 Topic #3: The Rebel Focus System—Success Day + Bullet Journal for Real HumansIf your brain resists structure, this is for you. We walked through our Success Day and Bullet Journal method—neurodivergent-friendly, overwhelm-reducing, and actually doable. Plus: weekly networking at 1 PM UK on Thursdays, shout-outs to rebel wins, and a popup workshop to tighten your offer before the challenge kicks off.✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here (anonymous is welcome, make up a ridiculous name, we’ll respect it):👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it📅 Join Us Live!Be part of the next live episode on Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK. Tune in inside The Rebellious Business Network:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Facebook Now Pays for Stories?! + Our Networking Game Glow-Up + Rapid-Fire Marketing Truths
If you’re exhausted by “six-figure by Friday” fantasies and algorithms that feel like a black box, this one’s for you. We unpack the new Facebook monetisation changes (yes, stories are paying), give you a peek behind the scenes of our weekly networking experience, and put the BS on blast in a rapid-fire round on ethical marketing, launches, and why substance beats hype every time.🔥 What Went Down?📌 Facebook Monetisation Update: We walk through what’s new (stories, photos, and lives now earning), how we “made” 49p (lol), and what this means for creators and small businesses trying to play smart with content.📌 Networking, but Actually Useful: The Rebellious Business Networking event is weekly, it’s free, and we’re levelling it up. We’re also calling for ridiculous products for our Slogan Slam game—bring the weird and wonderful.📌 Rapid-Fire Marketing Truths: Caroline takes the hot seat—ethics over hype, why “passive income” is mostly storytime, substance before style, and the one copy tip she’ll die on a hill for.✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here:👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it(You can even stay anonymous and make up a ridiculous name—we’re here for it!)📅 Join Us Live!Be part of our audience for the next live episode on Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time. Tune in inside The Rebellious Business Network:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Stop Chasing Clients: The #1 Mistake, Networking That Actually Converts, + Big Rebel News (Free Tickets & Bookkeeping Live!)
If your “get clients now” mindset is quietly killing your pipeline, this one’s for you.Most people stall because they’re focused on getting clients instead of building relationships that naturally convert. Add awkward networking and a sprinkle of “should I be doing more?” and you’ve got chaos. Let’s fix it.This week, we break down the biggest client-getting mistake we see (and what to do instead), how to turn networking into actual sales without being pushy, and some juicy Rebel news: live bookkeeping basics with Liz, free red-carpet tickets, and wins pouring in from the new Rebel Directory. 💥Because the truth? Clients are a byproduct of connection. Build the right circle, create value, follow up smart and let your offers mop up.📌 Topic #1: The #1 client-getting mistakeStop making it about “I need sales.” Start with connection. Build relationships, add value, get visible in the right circles, and let your offers do the mopping up. (Email + social = where the sales happen.)📌 Topic #2: Networking that actually convertsGo to make friends, not pounce. Add people to socials, follow up, use purposeful value-first calls (not vague coffee chats), and build three communities: peers, potential clients, and clients. Want speed? Use a Connection Funnel to warm people up fast.📌 Topic #3: Rebel news & wins– Live Expert Call: Bookkeeping basics with Liz Hilton (perfect if you’re under a year in or finally sorting your HMRC life)– Red Carpet Invite: A handful of free tickets to The Coaching Masters event this Saturday (DM Cordelia “I’m in”)– Rebel Directory + Hub Wins: Profiles, links, chat rooms, and a searchable member directory, already leading to hires, signups, and collabs✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here:👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it(You can even stay anonymous and make up a ridiculous name, we’re here for it!)📅 Join Us Live!Be part of our audience for the next live episode on Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time.Tune in inside The Rebellious Business Network:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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From Accidental 17 Hires to Intentional Community: Hub Launch, Networking Wins, and Your No-BS Xmas Marketing Playbook
Drowning in dead-end networking, chaotic socials, and already seeing Christmas in September? Same. That’s why this week we dropped something big, laughed at ourselves (a lot), and gave you a clear plan to sell by Dec 1, even if you start today.We’ve launched the Rebel Directory inside the Rebellious Business Hub (finally!) so you can be found, seen, and hired by the right people without shouting into the void. We also shared wins from rebels who launched their own events and started converting fast. And yes, we tackled the “is it too early for Christmas?” question with a real strategy you can actually use.📌 Topic #1: Rebel News — Hub + Directory LaunchWe revealed the Rebellious Business Hub and the brand-new Rebel Directory: searchable profiles, AI-powered common ground, link blocks for your lead magnets, and a simple way for rebels to actually find and hire you. It’s £5/month, and yes, it’s as good as it sounds.📌 Topic #2: Shoutouts, Wins & Wild Stories– John Drinkwater is buzzing, launched multiple live Zoom events and built serious momentum (LordZoom.com).– Matt Black launched The Network Shortcut (Mon lunch network), got sign-ups, engagement, and actual referrals from event one.– Plus: we unpacked an all-time classic Spill It story,“I accidentally employed 17 people”and laughed our way through tech hiccups and dating app chaos. You’re welcome.📌 Topic #3: Christmas Already?! Your Dec 1 PlanOur take: Not too early to plan. Too early to be cringey.Here’s the move: build a Connection Funnel now, run live events, warm your list, and stack conversations that convert. Then roll into Black Friday and Dec 1 with a warm audience and a simple, passive sales email sequence. No cold-pitch panic. No beige content.Start today, sell by Dec 1. Done.✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take?We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here:👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it(You can even stay anonymous and make up a ridiculous name—we’re here for it!)📅 Join Us Live!Be part of our audience for the next live episode on Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time inside The Rebellious Business Network:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 28: How do you launch and grow your own network?
Tired of chasing clients all over the internet with random posts, endless DMs, and back-to-back networking events?In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to build a thriving network that does the heavy lifting for your business — from your first few members all the way to turning your free community into paying clients.We cover:✅ The worst way to start a Facebook group (and what to do instead)✅ Why your network is the most powerful lead magnet you’ll ever have✅ How to niche in a way that actually connects people✅ Getting members to show up, engage, and stick around✅ Why your network should be part of your funnel — not separate from itIf you’ve been thinking about starting a network, or if your existing community feels like a ghost town, this is the step-by-step you need to hear.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 27: How to avoid overwhelm when starting your business
When you’re new in business, your to-do list is a monster.Everyone’s got an opinion — get a website, print business cards, post on every platform, make a lead magnet, go to four networking events a week…And suddenly, you’re drowning in random acts of tactics (aka doing all the things with no strategy).In this episode, I’m cutting through the noise and showing you exactly how to avoid the overwhelm — by stripping it back to what actually matters in the early days:✅ Prioritising real connection over passive “busy work”✅ Building relationships that turn into your first clients✅ Creating a simple process you can actually stick toForget the shiny objects. Forget the endless list. Focus on people, and the rest will follow.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 26: Stop trying to automate connection
Here’s the thing — if you’re just starting to market your business, the last thing you should be doing is hiding behind a website build, a fancy lead magnet, or a perfectly curated Instagram grid.That’s all just automating connection — and without a solid connection bedrock, it’s like trying to build a skyscraper on sand.If you want people to know, like, and trust you?You’ve got to show up.Live.Present.In the trenches with your audience.This episode is my unapologetic rant on why connection beats automation every time (and how to start showing up now, even if it scares the crap out of you).👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.networkAsk ChatGPT
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 25: How to get visible through online networking
If you’re trying to “get more visible” but your strategy is basically…✨ Join all the Facebook groups✨ Drop a post here and there✨ Hope people magically remember you…then no wonder you’re not seeing results.In this episode, I’m breaking down the simplest, most effective way to grow your visibility when networking online — without spreading yourself thin across 15 different groups.Here’s the gist:⚡ Pick ONE network that’s full of your kind of people⚡ Show up consistently until you become a familiar face⚡ Focus on making friends, not just dropping links⚡ Give value first — comments, tips, helpful insights, supportThis is exactly how I built the connections that let me quit my nursing job and grow my business fast — and it’s still the fastest way I know to get seen by the right people.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 24: How do I revive a dead Facebook group?
You started a Facebook group, people joined… and now? Crickets.The energy’s flat, nobody’s posting, and you’re wondering if it’s even worth saving.In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to bring a quiet group back to life — and no, it’s not about spamming them with more of your posts. We’re talking:⚡ The #1 content shift that sparks engagement fast⚡ Why your group needs a clear “posting purpose” (and how to give it one)⚡ How to get your members talking without feeling spammy or salesy⚡ The simple way to get the algorithm working for you instead of burying your postsIf you want your Facebook group to feel like an actual community — not just a dead list of names — this is your revival plan.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 23: Why you should still show up when you’ve got nothing to say
No plan. No script. No perfect talking points.Just me, my coffee, and the decision to show up anyway.Because here’s the thing — if you wait for the perfect moment to go live, you’ll barely ever do it.Life (and business) will always throw you excuses — broken tech, sleepless nights, urgent to-dos… the list goes on.In this episode, I’m sharing:⚡ Why going live “unprepared” is still building your audience and trust🍳 The surprising productivity hack that saves me hours every week (spoiler: it’s nothing to do with marketing)🎥 How this same mindset applies to the 30 Day Video Challenge inside the Rebellious Business NetworkIt’s proof you don’t need perfection — you need presence. Show up, be real, and your people will connect.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 22: How do you turn your existing network into paying clients?
You’ve already got a network. You’ve already got people around you.But… are they actually turning into clients?If you’ve been doing what I call “RATs” — Random Action Taking — and hoping it magically pays off, this episode is going to flip the switch.I’m sharing my Base 3 Triangle — the three essential sides of your marketing strategy that need to be in place if you want your existing network to start buying from you.Here’s what we cover:📢 Why “getting loud” is only one piece of the puzzle📋 How to build a pipeline so your audience doesn’t just sit there, unconverted💌 The easiest way to promote yourself without feeling salesy or pushy🚫 The three “missing side” scenarios that quietly kill your marketing resultsIf you’ve been wondering how to actually capitalise on the audience you’ve already worked so hard to build — this is your roadmap.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 21: Online networking vs. offline networking — which actually works better?
Some people swear nothing beats being in a room, shaking hands, and swapping business cards.Others say they’ll never give up the power of connecting from their laptop in pyjama bottoms.So… which is it?In this episode, I break down the real pros and cons of online vs. offline networking — not the fluffy “just do what works for you” answer, but an actual strategy-led take on how to choose (and how to make either one work harder for your business).You’ll hear:💡 Why online networking can grow your reach way beyond your postcode🕒 The hidden time costs of in-person events🎯 How to avoid “Barry cornering you for 30 minutes” syndrome🤝 The best way to build deep, meaningful connections — whichever you chooseIf networking feels hit-and-miss right now, this will help you double down on what’s worth your energy and ditch the rest.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 20: Where are all the real people on social media?
Social media’s never been that real… but with AI-generated everything flooding our feeds, it’s starting to feel like wading through a swamp of fake smiles, fake stories, and fake connections.So where do you actually find the real people — the ones you’d actually want to talk to (and maybe even work with)?In this episode, I share:💬 How to cut through the fake, flaky noise online🤝 Why real-time connection beats likes and follows every time🎯 The one marketing move that makes your business feel grounded, purposeful, and human againIf you’re sick of the highlight reel and craving actual conversations with real people who get it… this is how you make that happen.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 19: How do I find clients with no list and a tiny audience?
Starting out with barely any followers, no email list, and wondering where on earth your next client will come from?Today, I’m breaking down the exact three things I’d focus on if I was starting from zero — and spoiler: they’re not the shiny “pro” moves you think you need.We’ll talk about:🚫 What NOT to waste your time and money on (sorry, your logo isn’t saving you)🤝 How to actually get noticed and build trust — fast🎯 Why making friends beats “cold pitch” strategies every single timeForget the website. Skip the business cards. Your real priority? Becoming a known, trusted face inside the right community… and having a simple, high-value call you can offer to people who need you.This isn’t about looking fancy. It’s about creating real connections that actually turn into clients.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 18: How do I stop wasting time in my business?
Ever feel like you’re doing all the things — posting on socials, showing up to networking events, tweaking your website — yet wondering if any of it’s actually moving the needle?Today, Cordelia is unpacking what “wasting time” in business really looks like… and it’s probably not what you think.She shares:✅ Why those “random” actions might be planting seeds you can’t see yet✅ The sneaky perfectionism trap that keeps us from the scary stuff✅ How to find your own “do it anyway” move — the one thing that would actually change your results if you stopped avoiding itSpoiler: The fastest way to stop wasting time is to prioritise the ballsy stuff — the actions you’ve been putting off because they’re uncomfortable. That’s where the magic happens.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 17: How to stop letting excuses hold you back
House full of kids. Client calls to prep for. A monster to-do list.And a brain throwing out 101 “good reasons” not to show up.Last week, Cordelia let those excuses win — and skipped Going Live Anyway for an entire week.Today, she’s back on air unpacking the sneaky way “valid reasons” can quietly morph into momentum-killing excuses… and how to flip them so they stop running the show.If you’ve been stalling on the very thing that would move your business forward — whether that’s going live, sending the pitch, promoting your offer, or hitting publish — this is your reminder that you can do it anyway.This episode will help you:✅ Spot when a “reason” is really just an excuse in disguise✅ Reframe it so you take back control✅ Keep showing up even if you’ve fallen behindBecause waiting until it’s perfect (or convenient) is how dreams get parked indefinitely — and you’re not here for that.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 16: How do you write copy that actually converts?
Think writing high-converting copy is about finding the perfect words?It’s not.It’s about hitting the right angle — the one that actually connects with your people — and then giving it enough context so they know exactly what you’re talking about.In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I test angles (with and without ads), what our top-performing ones have taught me about our audience, and the #1 copywriting mistake that will tank your results before they’ve even started.We’ll cover:How to figure out what your audience really responds toWhy live events beat every PDF lead magnet you’ve ever madeThe ad test results that surprised the hell out of meThe secret “context check” every piece of copy needs before it goes outWhether you’re running ads, posting organically, or hosting live events, this approach will save you from weeks of guessing — and get you to the words that actually move people to action.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 15: What’s the best lead magnet to attract high quality clients (without wasting time)?
Most people think a great lead magnet is about what you give away.But if you want high quality clients — the kind who actually engage, buy, and stick around — it’s not about the thing at all.It’s about the connection you create.In this episode, I’m breaking down why live lead magnets (like webinars, networking events, or trainings) consistently outperform PDFs, checklists, and other passive freebies when it comes to building trust, sparking real conversations, and getting people to take the next step with you.You’ll learn:Why “high quality” is more about connection than qualificationThe built-in urgency live events have that PDFs will never matchHow to use live lead magnets to create a warm audience that converts like crazyThe one mistake that turns great lead magnets into dead ends (and how to fix it)If you’ve been stuck thinking you need a sexier freebie… this will flip your perspective.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 14: How to build credibility without burning out (and stay affordable without going broke)
Feeling torn between showing up consistently and not burning out? Or pricing yourself fairly without scaring off dream clients?In this episode, Cordelia breaks down a juicy double-whammy question: how to build credibility online without frying your nervous system — and how to stay “affordable” without sacrificing your own income.She shares:Why competing on price is a trap (and how to escape it)The real secret behind looking credible online without spending 40+ hours a week creating contentHow to position yourself as a leader, not just a service provider — even if you're still figuring it outThe power of platforms, personal branding, and what to fix on your profile right nowAnd of course… why running your own network might just be the most rebellious, sustainable, joy-filled marketing strategy on the planet.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 13: How we grew a high-converting Facebook group to 4,500+ rebels
Ever wondered what actually grows a Facebook group that doesn’t just look good on paper — but converts like hell in practice?Today, Cordelia spills the rebellious receipts on how we grew The Rebellious Business Network to over 4,500 humans (and over £500K in sales) — starting entirely organically.No fluff. No bots. No “engagement tricks.” Just word of mouth, high-value events, and a strategy that still works even when algorithms don’t.This one’s a little personal too — including the impact of a beloved original rebel who helped us get featured in major publications, and why this community has never just been “marketing.” It’s legacy.What you’ll learn:The 3 biggest drivers behind our network’s growth (that you can steal)Why organic growth still beats ads — and how to tell when you’re ready for bothHow to turn a free Facebook group into a powerful lead magnet that builds connection, not just contentWhy we finally launched an affiliate program — and how you can earn £250 per referral as a rebel on the insideThis is the BTS most people won’t share. But we built our network to give you the real thing.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 12: How do I get speaking gigs when no one’s asking?
No one’s inviting you to speak yet?Cool. Here’s how to fix that—without waiting around for permission.In this episode, Cordelia shares exactly how she went from zero invites to speaking at Expert Empires, AdCon, and landing five gigs in one week—without paying to play, having a fancy showreel, or waiting for anyone to “discover” her.What you’ll get:🎤 Why “speaking for free” isn’t a downgrade—it’s a goldmine🎤 The chicken-and-egg myth keeping most people stuck🎤 One small bio change that can land you gigs immediately🎤 The biggest mindset shift: you don’t need a bigger audience—you need to own the one you’ve gotReady to go from unheard to in-demand?👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 11: Why are people watching but not buying?
You’re showing up, posting content, maybe even getting likes, comments, the occasional “🔥” emoji…But no one’s buying. Wtf, right?In this episode, we’re digging into the weird (but totally normal) gap between visibility and sales—and what to actually do about it.Cordelia breaks down:⚡️ Why social lurkers ≠ sales (and why that’s not your fault)⚡️ The invisible mistake most business owners make when posting online⚡️ A super simple post strategy that quietly booked out a group program⚡️ How to turn passive viewers into actual paying clients—with one juicy call offerIf you’ve been consistent with content but quiet in your Stripe account… this episode is for you.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 10: How do I find new customers quickly when I’m just starting out?
Just starting your business and wondering how the hell you’re supposed to get clients without a website, a funnel, or a clue where to begin?In this episode, I’m giving you the real talk on how to land your first paying clients fast — without overthinking, overbuilding, or overspending.You’ll learn:⚡️ Why “build it and they will come” is BS⚡️ The power of minimum viable offers (aka Zoom calls and scrappy DMs)⚡️ How to turn your existing network into paying clients⚡️ The one sneaky thing most people forget to do on their personal profile that kills conversionsYou don’t need a logo. You don’t need a full offer suite. You need connection, clarity, and a little scrappy courage.Let’s get this plane in the sky, shall we?👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 9: How do I attract the right clients without spending hours on social media?
Sick of staring at your screen wondering what to post next — and if it’s even worth the effort?In this episode, I’m breaking down the myth that you have to spend hours crafting content to get clients. Spoiler: social media isn’t your sales system — it’s the entry point.I’m sharing exactly how I create loads of high-converting content (without spending my life in Canva), why your email list is your best asset, and my full long-form video repurposing strategy that builds trust, attracts leads, and keeps me visible… all from one weekly live.Simple, messy, powerful — and no content calendar in sight.Let’s make this easier, shall we?👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 8: What’s the most overlooked strategy for consistently booking high-quality clients?
Feeling like you’re juggling a million things, running on no time, and tempted to hide under a blanket instead of showing up? Yeah… same. This one’s raw and real.In this episode, I share exactly how I navigated that anxious Monday energy — and the powerful mindset practices that pulled me out of fight-or-flight mode and back into showing up.Then I answer a BIG question: What’s the most overlooked strategy for consistently attracting and booking high-quality clients? Spoiler alert: It’s not some sexy funnel. It’s good old-fashioned organic marketing — the kind where you’re in the trenches, building actual connection with your audience.If you’ve been hiding, waiting until you’re “more ready” or “less anxious”… this is your nudge. There’s real power in showing up anyway.👉 If you loved this episode, subscribe to The Rebellious Business Show, leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review, and send it to a friend who’d get something out of it too.📺 Want to catch Going Live Anyway as it happens? Tune in live at 9AM every weekday inside the Rebellious Business Network:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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Lost Mojo, Facebook Ghost Towns & Business BS We No Longer Believe
Feeling like you’ve done nothing this year… but also kinda everything? Same.In this episode of The Rebellious Business Show, we’re digging into the weird contradiction of being halfway through 2025 and wondering where the time went, while also realising you’ve probably achieved more than you think (especially if you’re juggling work, kids, clients, and the rest of life’s circus).We also tackle some seriously juicy community questions, like:“I started a Facebook group but it’s crickets — how do I bring it back to life?”“What’s something you believed when you started your business that now feels like total BS?”“How do you stay energised when life drains your batteries before you even open your laptop?”This one’s a mix of mindset shifts, rebellious truth bombs, and solid advice with zero fluff.🎧 Hit play if you’re craving honesty, real-talk, and a few laughs about this bonkers thing we call running a business.➡️ Wanna keep the rebellion going?Join the free Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelliousbusinessRegister for our next networking event: https://go.rebelliousbusiness.com/networkExplore more rebelliousness: https://www.rebelliousbusiness.com
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 7: How do I present the same message in different ways?
Ever feel like you’re stuck saying the same thing over and over? You’re not alone. In this episode, we talk about how to stay consistent with your message—without sounding like a broken record or boring your own face off.I dive into the concept of “bridging”—aka how to talk about literally anything and still make it relevant to your business. From sweeping the garden to dinosaur fossils (yes, really), we explore ways to keep content fresh, human, and still on-brand.You’ll learn:Why pigeonholing your content is a fast track to burnoutHow to zoom out, bridge back, and keep things interestingWhat content pillars are (and how to actually use them)Plus: a bit of life, a bit of rebellion, and a few laughs along the way.Here’s what to do next:👉 Join the free Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelliousbusiness👉 Save your seat for the next rebellious networking event: https://go.rebelliousbusiness.com/network👉 Stalk us lovingly here: https://www.rebelliousbusiness.com
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 6: Keeping the Promise, Even on a Shit Day
Some days, showing up feels like climbing Everest in flip-flops.This was one of those days.No strategy talk. No clever tips. Just a raw, honest check-in from a rebel mum, business owner, and human being who didn’t want to hit “go live”… but did it anyway.Here’s what this episode holds:🧠 Thoughts on keeping promises to yourself, even when everything feels off💬 A look at what “showing up” really means when you’re not in the right headspace🌍 A reminder that rebellion isn’t about being perfect—it’s about being presentThis episode isn’t tidy, planned or polished. But it’s real. And sometimes, that’s more valuable than anything else.🔥 Still here. Still going live anyway.👉 Come hang out in the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelliousbusiness🎤 Join our next networking event: https://go.rebelliousbusiness.com/network🌍 All the good stuff: https://www.rebelliousbusiness.com
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 5: How do I show up more authentically?
Multitasking chaos, forgotten live links, and a baby somewhere in the background, but we’re still here.If you’ve ever told yourself you “don’t have time” to show up… this one’s gonna hit.Today’s live tackles a biggie:How do I show up more authentically, without cringing, overthinking, or pretending to be someone I’m not?Here’s what we get into:🎭 Why “being yourself” sounds simple—but is actually a skill you’ve got to relearn📹 How video helps you ditch the mask and build real trust (even when you feel awkward AF)💡 Why branding isn’t just logos and colours—it’s you, unapologetically⚡ And why giving up EastEnders and gourmet dinners might be the best marketing move you ever makeThis isn’t about polished. It’s about present. Because the people who need you? They’re not waiting for perfect—they’re waiting for you.🔥 Want to attract better clients? Start by being more you.👉 Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelliousbusiness🎤 Book your spot at the next networking event: https://go.rebelliousbusiness.com/network🌍 Have a browse around: https://www.rebelliousbusiness.comSee you tomorrow for Day 6. Let’s keep showing up—busy, imperfect, and live anyway.
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 4: How can I write the best email to make my potential clients curious about my services?
Baby vom, multitasking fails, lost livestreams, and yet, here we are. If you’ve ever doubted whether you’re “too much” or “not polished enough” to show up, this one’s for you.Today’s live tackles the question that haunts every rebel with something to sell:How can I write the best email to make my potential clients curious about my services?Here’s what we get into:📬 The truth about curiosity-piquing emails (and why you don’t need to be a copywriter)🎯 How to use your actual personality as your biggest client-attracting asset🧲 Why repelling some people is the secret to building a magnetic brand🎥 How video + realness = trust, connection, and “omg, I love her” vibesWe’re not here to sound professional—we’re here to sound like ourselves and attract the clients who actually get us.🔥 Ready to show up, swear a little, and send emails that make people feel something?👉 Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelliousbusiness🎤 Snag your spot at our next networking event: https://go.rebelliousbusiness.com/network🌍 Explore all the rebellious goodness: https://www.rebelliousbusiness.comSee you tomorrow for Day 5. Let’s keep showing up - messy, magnetic, rebellious… and live anyway.
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🎧 What the Duck Just Happened?! A Rubber Duck, Networking Chaos & Ads Gone Wild
This week on The Rebellious Business Show, we’re diving beak-first into the ridiculous, the rebellious, and the downright relatable. If you’ve ever run an ad campaign that flopped harder than a deadlift duck, or found yourself arguing with your brother-in-law while accidentally using your sister’s phone number... this one’s for you!Inside this week’s episode:🐥 Caroline unveils the now-iconic rubber duck with rubber thighs—and how it became the star of our networking event📞 Cordelia shares the bonkers tale of a sales call gone sideways involving her ex answering the business line (!)🔁 Our official Ads Hall of Shame—featuring sweetcorn, glue sticks, and other failed but fabulous marketing moments🤯 What’s the ACTUAL difference between a network and a community? And why does it matter more than you think?We laughed. We cringed. We questioned our entire branding strategy. But most importantly, we kept it real. Come for the duck, stay for the wisdom.🔥 Fancy joining the rebellion?👉 Join the free Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelliousbusiness👉 Snag your seat at our next rebellious networking event: https://go.rebelliousbusiness.com/network👉 Explore all the madness on our website: https://www.rebelliousbusiness.com
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 3: How Do I Break the Ice at Networking Events (Without the Cringe)?
Suspended kids, sports day chaos, missing yellow t-shirts—and yet, here we are. If you’ve ever wanted to crawl under the duvet instead of introduce yourself in a breakout room, this one’s for you.Today’s live tackles one of the most-Googled-but-never-satisfyingly-answered questions in networking:How the hell do I break the ice and introduce myself without sounding like a boring robot?Here’s what we get into:❄️ Why “what do you do?” is the worst way to connect—and what to ask instead🧠 How real connection comes from shared experiences (not elevator pitches)🎯 The Rebel way: using games, challenges, and connection templates to ditch the awkward💡 One rebel’s tip that changes the whole game: “Make invitations, not interruptions.”We’re not here for surface-level small talk—we’re here to create real memories, real conversations, and real results.🔥 Ready to meet people without the pitchy cringe?👉 Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelliousbusiness🎤 Snag your spot at our next networking event: https://go.rebelliousbusiness.com/network🌍 Explore all the rebellious goodness: https://www.rebelliousbusiness.comSee you tomorrow for Day 4. Let’s keep showing up—awkward, anxious, brilliant… and live anyway.
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Going Live Anyway – Ep. 2: How Can I Have More Opportunities for Starting Conversations?
If you’re tired of shouting into the void, this episode is for you. Caroline and I threw ourselves behind the mic—complete with baby babble, washing-machine hum, and unfiltered chaos—to tackle Ian’s burning question: How do I create more opportunities to start conversations (hello clients!)?Here’s what we dive into:🔍 Be a pillar, not a scattergun – Focus on one community (even if it’s under 1k people), show up regularly, and offer real value.🎥 Get on video – Live posts = face recognition = trust = people reaching out to you.🤝 Host your own space – Small group or event = one-to-many conversations, deeper connections, and easy client conversations.💡 Invite, don’t interrupt – Use your platforms to invite people to your own chats instead of sliding into DMs cold.All with the kind of messy, fun realness you expect—not staged perfection.🔥 Want in on the community where this happens?👉 Join the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelliousbusiness🎤 Register for the next rebellious networking event: https://go.rebelliousbusiness.com/network🌍 See what else we get up to: https://www.rebelliousbusiness.com
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Going Live Anyway - Ep. 1: How can I build my online presence so I can move away from 1:1 work?
Going Live for 30 Days... with a Baby and a Bit of Imposter SyndromeYep, you read that right. I’ve challenged myself to go live every day for 30 days... even with a newborn in the background, a bouncy chair just off screen, and a lingering cloud of imposter syndrome whispering, “Who do you think you are?”In this kick-off episode, I share why I’m doing this, what’s been holding me back, and how I’m shaking off the pressure to be “ready” before showing up. Plus, I dive into a juicy question from a brand new Rebel:How do I build my online presence so I can move away from one-to-one work?Here’s what we cover:Why building your own audience changes the game (and how to start)The sneaky mindset blocks that make showing up feel scarier than it shouldOne-to-many marketing 101: what it is, why it works, and how to use it to launchWhy you don’t need 10k followers—you just need 200 warmed-up humansAnd yes, there’s a cameo from baby Arlo... because real life, right?🔥 Ready to join the rebellion?👉 Come hang out in the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelliousbusiness🎤 Register for the next rebellious networking event: https://go.rebelliousbusiness.com/network🌍 Or explore all the rebellious goodness at: https://www.rebelliousbusiness.com
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Messy Action, Ads That Work & What It Really Means to Be a Rebel in Business
Ever feel like you’re drowning in business advice that just doesn’t sit right? One guru says “follow this formula,” another swears “do the exact opposite”—meanwhile, you’re stuck wondering who to believe (and why every expert calls the others a fraud). In today’s episode, we cut through the noise and get real about: 📌 Messy Action vs. Perfection Paralysis – Why Caroline’s latest workshop didn’t go as planned, but was still a major win (and how you can use ‘messy action’ to refine your strategy). 📌 The Truth About Marketing Metrics – We’re revealing our latest ad results, the ‘hidden’ cost of client acquisition, and how we hacked our way to the same results for a third of the spend. 📌 What It REALLY Means to Be a Rebel in Business – We’re redefining ‘rebellion’ and exposing the difference between passionate entrepreneurs and corporate robots in disguise. 💥 Plus, we tackle a spicy audience question: How do you filter out manipulative marketing advice and figure out which business ‘gurus’ to actually trust? ✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take? We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here: 👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it (You can even stay anonymous and make up a ridiculous name—we’re here for it!) 📅 Join Us Live! Be part of our audience for the next live episode on Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time inside The Rebellious Business Network: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network
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The Worst Business Pickup Lines (And How to Actually Get Clients)
What Went Down? 📌 The Great Gift Debate: Why do we pretend to love gifts we secretly hate? Cordelia and Caroline get hilariously real about re-gifting, awkward thank-yous, and that one present that left them speechless. 🎁😂 📌 The Truth About Rebellious Business: Think we just run networking events? Think again! Cordelia spills the story behind the Rebellious Business Network, why she doesn’t actually care about networking, and what really fuels business growth. 📌 The Best (And Worst) Business Pick-up Lines: Ever been stuck in an awkward intro at a networking event? The rebels break down the cringiest (and smartest) ways to start conversations that actually lead somewhere. ✨ Got a Question? A Dilemma? A Hot Take? We love featuring rebel stories, questions, and spicy statements on the show. Drop yours here: 👉 https://rebelliousbusiness.com/spill-it (You can even stay anonymous and make up a ridiculous name, we’re here for it!) 📅 Join Us Live! Be part of our audience for the next live episode on Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time inside The Rebellious Business Network: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network 🔗 Resources Mentioned: • Join the Rebellious Business Network’s next networking event (it’s free!): 👉 https://go.rebelliousbusiness.com/network
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Kennedy’s Epic Journey from Opera to Inbox Mastery
Get ready for an episode full of surprises and top-tier insights on The Rebellious Business Show! 🎤 In this hilarious and insightful episode, Kennedy, the Email Marketing Hero, takes us on a wild journey—from the time he met the Queen while performing in an opera (yep, you read that right!) to his no-BS approach to email marketing that doesn’t make you want to throw up in your mouth. 😆 Not only does Kennedy spill the tea on email strategies that actually work, but we also hit him with some awkward questions—and his answers are as brutally honest as they are entertaining. Plus, there's a hilarious round of “Truth or Lie,” where the panel tries to figure out if Kennedy’s royal opera story is legit or just a clever bluff. Key Takeaways: Email Marketing Gold: Kennedy's SLO (Story, Lesson, Offer) email formula is the perfect blend of value and subtle selling, making emails a joy to read and hard to ignore. Stop Overcomplicating It! Email marketing doesn't have to take forever. Kennedy shows you how to write engaging emails in the time it takes to boil your kettle for that morning cuppa ☕. Leverage Your Audience: Build an email list that works for you—launch products, sell out webinars, or even get your podcast to number one with Kennedy’s genius “all roads lead to Rome” approach. Surprising Confessions: You won’t believe what Kennedy admits during the Awkward Questions segment—an entrepreneur’s biggest insecurity can actually fuel their greatest strength. Whether you’re an email newbie or a seasoned pro, this episode will leave you with actionable strategies and a new perspective on how to make email marketing fun (yes, fun!). Plus, the added entertainment of watching Kennedy squirm through personal revelations is just the cherry on top. 🍒 Whether you’re an email newbie or a seasoned pro, this episode will leave you with actionable strategies and a new perspective on how to make email marketing fun (yes, fun!). Plus, the added entertainment of watching Kennedy squirm through personal revelations is just the cherry on top. 🍒 👉 Join Us Live! Be part of our audience for the next live episode on Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time. Click here to reserve your spot: https://show.rebelliousbusiness.com👉 Join Our Tribe! Connect with fellow rebellious entrepreneurs in our growing Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebellious.business.network Connect with Kennedy: Website: Email Marketing HeroesJoin his free Facebook group: Email Marketing Show Community
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Selling Without Selling: How to Create the Perfect Sales Page & Nail High-Quality Leads
What if you could create a sales page so magnetic it does all the heavy lifting for you—filtering out the tire-kickers, pre-qualifying your leads, and leading people straight into action? This episode of The Rebellious Business Show is all about mastering the art of a high-converting sales page. Whether you’re stuck on how to structure it or just need the inside track on what makes one work, Caroline's got you covered. We also dive into some hilarious (and awkward!) dating stories during the "Awkward Question" segment, and wrap it up with a nail-biting round of "Truth or Lie." Key Takeaways: Sales Page Breakdown: The critical structure behind every killer sales page—hook, relate, demonstrate, validate. Pre-qualify Your Leads: How to stop wasting time on the wrong people and get serious buyers in your funnel from the get-go. Make It Easy to Buy: The magic of simple, clear CTAs that guide people straight to action—no confusion, no hesitation. Avoiding Sales Call Fatigue: The power of a well-written sales page to warm up your audience before they ever jump on a call. Plus, don't miss Caroline and Cordelia sharing wild dating stories and John Denley putting his bluffing skills to the test in a gripping "Truth or Lie" segment! Sales pages aren't just a website feature—they're your 24/7 silent salesperson. Build it right, and you'll never have to do the heavy lifting alone again. Plus, as Caroline proves, a solid structure can turn any potential confusion into confident action from your customers. 👉 Join Us Live! Be part of the fun and learn valuable business strategies at our next live episode on Wednesday at 10:30 AM UK time. Reserve your spot here: https://show.rebelliousbusiness.com.🎉 Get Involved: Meet like-minded entrepreneurs and connect with rebellious minds in our Facebook community: Rebellious Business Network.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The 'Rebellious Business Show,' hosted by Cordelia and Caroline, celebrates unique entrepreneurs who dare to be different. It's more than business talk; it's a tribute to individuality, embracing personal stories and self-ownership. Each week, we bring stories of rebels making an impact, offering practical advice and tools, and promoting transparency and self-acceptance. Join us to feel empowered, be unapologetically yourself, and use your unique story to make a difference. Tune in weekly to journey with us on this rebellious adventure.
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Cordelia Kate and Caroline Antonia
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