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Welcome to my podcast! My name is Alicia Withey and I am super passionate about helping businesses and creatives grow through the gifts of Social Media. I'm an advocate of the social aspects of what the Internet can provide and love to learn, inspire and educate in an optimistic fashion. This podca…

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    • Mar 16, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 21m AVG DURATION
    • 23 EPISODES


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    Episode 22: Finding Your Authentic Voice with Alicia Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 20:35


    In this episode, I talk with Alicia Williams, a voice artist from Washington D.C USA. Alicia is also known as 'The Velvet Voice Artist' because of her unique smooth, calm, velvet voice, setting her apart from many other artists in her field. During the episode we talk about 'stepping into' her purpose and the trials and tribulations that Alicia faced on her rise to success. Most definitely one of my favourite interviews because of the inspiring story of Alicia's journey to figuring out her purpose and one filled with strength, courage and most of all, grace. You can find out more about Alicia by visiting her website: https://aliciawilliamsvo.com/ If this episode resonated with you at all, feel free to review or rate the episode and share with your network!

    Episode 21: The Five Freedoms with Maurice Philogene

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2021 22:23


    In this episode I interview super entrepreneur, investor, explorer, police officer, Freedom coach and Philanthropist, Maurice Philogene. As his bio suggests, he is an all-round mega go-getter and go-giver, teaching and inspiring people all over the world to live life on their terms just like he has been doing for many years. How does he manage his time? What drives him? How did he get started and what can we learn from his story? Have a listen to the episode to find out! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Episode 20: Podcasting, Confidence, Product Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 30:42


    In this episode, I chat with Arsh Kharbanda of @theflexcoach podcast and also founder of tech product company Aeros. We discuss so many great topics such as podcasting, confidence, product innovation and the journey of entrepreneurship. Such a great episode with such a focused and driven young man. Not to be missed!! Let me know what you think of the episode by rating the podcast or leaving a review.

    Episode 19: Addressing Self-Sabotage to Live Out our True Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2020 38:07


    In today's episode, I talk with self-sabotage coach, Damian Culhane about the presence of self sabotage and what we can do as individuals to reverse the detachment from our true purpose in life. Damian really shares a lot of practical steps to figuring out the formula for finding true happiness through alignment by experience on his own journey and through helping many people do the same. To follow Damian and find out more about where you can access his content , you can visit damianculhane.co.uk or find him on Instagram as @damianculhane

    Episode 18: Starting a Cake Business with Hannah Edwards

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2020 51:23


    In is episode I speak with the incredible 'Cake Illusionist' Hannah Edwards! Hannah is an award-winning cake artist who has appeared on national television and in various popular publications because of her amazing cake creations. We discuss everything from building a business In a time of need and how that has impacted Hannah's creativity to the high's and lows of the cake industry. To follow Hannah on her amazing Entrepreneurial journey, you can catch her on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecakeillusionist?igshid=kpjlhh0j98wh , Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecakeillusionist/ or through her website: https://thecakeillusionist.co.uk/

    Episode 17: Launching a Successful Food Product & the Multi- Tasking of a 21st Century Entrepreneur

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 22:42


    In this episode I chat with the lovely Dominique Woolf of Woolf's Kitchen. We discuss the launching of her new range of Thai-inspired sauces and what inspired her to get into the food business as well as discussing her very busy lifestyle including juggling being a mum of 3 and running two business networking groups in her local area. If you live local to the North London Area then you are lucky enough to be able to pick up a bottle or two of Dominique's brand new sauces! The stockists are: Middle Lane Market, N8 Lyons Restaurant, N8 Harringay Local Store, N8 Butler's Deli, N4 Owen's, N10 Greens of Highgate, N10 Limone Fine Foods, N6 Bekems Food Store, NW11 The Green Basket, E5 Dan and De Carlo, N2 Weino BIB, N1 Alternatively, you can also get hold of the sauces via Giftedlocal.com https://www.eatfooska.com/ Or her official website: https://thewoolfskitchen.com/ and receive10% off your order when you sign up to the newsletter! Follow Dominique and Woolf's Kitchen on Social: Instagram: https://instagram.com/thewoolfskitchen?igshid=1dvpeqrco2tgn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewoolfskitchen/

    Episode 16: Freelancing in the 21st Century and Overcoming Barriers in Your Chosen Carreer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2020 27:13


    In this episode I chat to Jenny Stallard, of Freelance Feels, a community set up to help, inspire and motivate freelancers on their journey to growth. Jenny is a freelance journalist and Writer who has worked for many popular national newspapers and magazines as well as large digital agencies. We cover many topics including getting work, the emotions associated with being a business owner and freelancer and how to overcome common barriers. Jenny  Jenny Stallard - Lifestyle Journalist - www.jennystallard.com Founder of Freelance Feels "Wellbeing for humans who work for themselves" Follow on Instagram @Freelance_Feels Download all the podcast episodes on Spotify or wherever you get your pods! Sign up to the Freelance Feels Newsletter: https://freelancefeels.substack.com/p/coming-soon

    Episode 15: Money Mindset, Body Balance, Gender Equality and Resilience in Entrepreneurs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2020 36:43


    In this episode I chat with money mindset and Social Media Marketing coach, Lizzie Vince. We discuss the mental blocks associated with making money and the correlation that has with gender in the business and working world. Lizzie has a wealth of knowledge in finance, coaching and entrepreneurship and has helped many women and men to uncover their limiting beliefs associated with money. Her coaching has led many to charge more, earn more and work less in their chosen field of work. To follow Lizzie's journey and to get in contact with her you can visit her Instagram page: https://instagram.com/lizzievince_?igshid=l2wrwesxtt4s or Facebook business page: https://www.facebook.com/TheFemaleMoneyMindsetCoach/

    Episode 14: Marketing Online During the CoronaVirus Outbreak and Very Useful Tips for Social

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2020 21:50


    In this episode I surpass discussing the actual Corona Virus and instead, give you some very useful strategies for growing your business online, specifically on Social Media. This applies if you are a business new to the online arena or you have made the transition from face to face interactions to utilising a network through Social and need some help and guidance with marketing and growth strategies. Please share this podcast so that it may help other business owners and marketers to get the best out of marketing their business on Social Media. Also, feel free to check out my business page on Facebook: Smartbus Agency London or my Instagram Page for more useful tips: https://instagram.com/socialmediasmartbus?igshid=775v3m7hwoz1

    Episode 13: Creating An Eco-friendly Startup and the Facts About Climate Change with Maya Lingam

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2020 29:04


    In this episode I chat with Maya Lingam, the co-founder of EcoSpot, an early stage startup that helps everyday people measure and reduce their carbon footprint. We chat about all things relating to the negative effects of our carbon footprint on climate change and the positive changes EcoSpot aims to make by helping people live a greener lifestyle everyday. To calculate your carbon footprint with EcoSpot, visit: www.ecospot.io and to contact Maya you can email her at: hello@ecospot.io or via her LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maya-lingam/

    Episode 12: Achieving 'Flow' and Expanding Your EQ for Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2020 11:16


    In this episode I talk about 'flow' in work and life, an almost zen-like state where where you are are optimally productive in your actions and laser-focused on your results. This can be achieved by expanding your emotional intelligence (EQ) and in this episode I discuss exactly how I was able to do that and how you can too! Please feel free to share this podcast with your network and those you care about as I believe the information can help many many people to thrive in their life and with their work. Enjoy and let me know what you think of the topic!

    Episode 11: Belief and Confidence as an Entrepreneur with Global business owner Zaf Khan.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2020 38:48


    In this episode I chat with Zaf Khan, a Lifestyle Entrepreneur, global business owner, speaker and business mentor based in Queensburgh, South Africa. Zaf is an avid teacher of Personal Development concepts and in this episode, we discuss the importance of Belief and Confidence as an Entrepreneur and for anyone who is on the journey of personal growth and self mastery. To learn more about Zaf's business and to get an insight into the stuff he shares on Social Media, you can visit his Instagram page where you can further connect with him: https://www.instagram.com/therealzafkhan/

    Episode 10: Finding Your Passion and Navigating Your Unique Path

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2020 20:27


    In This episode I chat with Vittoria Veltri who founded 'Pasta 'n Play' a London-based company inspiring young children, teenagers and adults to learn the therapeutic and healthy skill of traditional home cooking and in particular, Italian pasta. Using the old family recipe learned from her 'nonna' Vittoria takes us through what inspired her to set up her business teaching thousands to gain the benefits of this age old skill and the trials she experienced on the way. To learn more about Vittorias business and get an insight into her journey you can visit her Instagram page: https://instagram.com/pastaandplay?igshid=1o85fn00gq279 or her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pastanplay/

    Episode 9: Procrastination; What is it and how can we overcome it with reward?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2020 15:06


    In this episode I will be discussing the definition of procrastination, how common it actually is how we can overcome it with a reward for doing so!

    Episode 8: Living Your Ideal Lifestyle and Capturing Stories Through Video.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2020 15:32


    In this episode, I chat with Spread Love Have Fun co-founder, Sam Corbett on Living Your Ideal Lifestyle as an Entrepreneur and Capturing Stories Through Video.

    Episode 7: Digital Presence and Building Your Brand

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2020 19:03


    In this episode, we are joined by Mike Rynart, a Web Consultant, Digital Creator and Speaker with over a decade of experience discussing the importance of digital presence and expressing your brand message as a business owner.

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    Episode 6: Nutrition For Health with Amber Silverman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2020 18:55


    We kick off the new year of 2020 with a discussion about nutrition with Nutritional Therapist, Amber Silverman and how it relates to all other areas of your life. Check out Ambers Instagram page for more nutritional enlightenment and delicious, simple, healthy recipes: https://instagram.com/amber.nutritionforhealth?igshid=ebc6hpatfvoi

    Episode 5: Distractions and Obstacles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2020 7:03


    As entrepreneurs, we can sometimes get sidetracked into less meaningful tasks. However, with a few repetitive actions, we CAN overcome obstacles and distractions to get clear on what really matters!

    Episode 4: The Future of Brands with Varsha Amin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2020 17:07


    In this episode, I chat to Varsha Amin about what it takes to become a self-starter and how we can all benefit from technology as technology users and business owners. You can find out more about Varsha's business through her various Social Media channels or by email: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lotusx_uk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lotusx.gurus LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/varsha-amin-597b02a/ Email: info@lotusx.co.uk

    Episode 3: The Pursuit of Perfection

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2020 6:04


    In this episode, I discuss the reality of striving for perfection in business and in life and how you can relate these topics to Social Media.

    Episode 2: People Buy From People

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2020 4:49


    In this episode, I discuss the relationship between brand and customer/audience and the different dimensions when considering the dialogue of your brand message and how this relates to Social Media.

    Episode 1: The Abolition of Vanity Metrics and Welcome Message

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2020 14:41


    Listen to my first episode where I give a little background info on my passion and purpose as an advocate of Social Media. I also discuss the current state of Social Media Psychology and my views on the latest move from Instagram.

    Smartbus Social Minds (Trailer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2020 0:53


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