The Buyer to Badass Podcast

I'm back! It's been a minute, and I've got so much to catch you up on. Life threw me some curveballs over the past few months - clients, personal stuff, and, of course, my usual entrepreneurial hustle. Let's just say my business wasn't always my main focus… and I'm here to share how I navigated that.In this episode, I'm opening up about why I dropped the ball on the podcast and what happened when I let perfectionism take over. You'll hear about the tough client situations that almost made me lose my spark, how I'm learning to juggle life and business, and the big shift I'm currently going through.Oh, and I'm not just talking business, I've got some major life updates too! From launching a new venture (yep, a second business!) to getting engaged and going through IVF, things have been anything but quiet. I'll be sharing the challenges, the wins, and the lessons I've learned along the way.If you're juggling personal and business life and feeling like you can't quite get the balance right, this episode is for you. Hello and welcome to the Buyer to Badass Podcast with me, your host Abbie! After over 10 years in the corporate world, buying for 4 global retailers that's taken me from London to Dublin, to Dubai I've taken the plunge and quit! Join me for the ride as I go freelance. I talk marketing, mindset and myself, and chat to other Buyers who have taken the leap too as I build my business like the badass entrepreneur I know I can be, and show you how you can do it too! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

I made a big mistake in my business, probably the biggest since I launched. I've been paying the price for the last 3 months, but if I had just started before I was ready I would have avoided it all. Here's why you should do the same. Plus massive personal and work updates that I am so excited to share with you! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

We had a big manifestation come to light this week, one that I'd almost forgotten about! So I'm taking the time to be grateful for how far I've come since starting my business 18 months ago. And this made me think how it's only happened because of those I am surrounded with - the infectious energy and support. Your vibe really does attract your tribe and here's why.... Check out Brow Balance:IG: @browbalance.ae Join the waitlist: https://brow-balance.com/pages/newsletterConnect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

More people than ever are starting their own businesses right now, but people often say "the market is saturated so why would they work with me" and this stops them from taking action and starting something... Don't be that person! Here are 3 ways to stand out in a crowded market and make people want to work with YOU! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

So it happened.. a month of working 13 hours, 6 days a week finally caught up with me. I knew I was heading for burnout but to be honest, I thought I had another few weeks in me to push before I got here. But no, here we are! Reset with me to get back on track - realistic morning routines, meditation, meal prep, fitness and self care. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Welcome back to the Buyer to Badass podcast! Now I was tempted to not record this episode at all because I didn't want it to come across negatively. If you told me 2 years ago what I'd be doing right now, I would have SOLD MY SOUL for this life! I am so grateful to be where I am right now, and always remembers - pressure is a privilege. BUT that doesn't mean it's all flowers and roses. I had this vision of what freelance life would be like, and I saw a lot of other self-employed business owners on social media and I expected it to be like that. But I hate to break it to you, it's not at all. There's a certain world freelancers are painted as online, and in my opinion it's just not true. Here are the 5 myths of being a freelancer and why they're not true. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Hey! So last month I was travelling and had one of my lowest months revenue wise in my business, but I recovered quickly and in 2 weeks I've turned it round and have just hit my HIGHEST ever revenue! I'm as surprised as you to be honest, but when I actually look at it there's a number of things I did to make this happen. So if you're struggling to make sales in your business, or if you're thinking of starting your own biz but don't know how you will make sales... here's my magic formula (and it's not what you'd think!)Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Hello and welcome back! It was my first week back in my usual Dubai routine last week and it was super busy. My brand, Brow Balance also launches in 6 weeks time - so the pressure is on! We've been working on Brow Balance for 2 years now, and I've been so chilled during the whole process but now we're a matter of weeks out - I'm freaking out! So why am I feeling so scared when I've already launched a brand? Surely this should be easy, right?! RIGHT?! Well here's why and here's exactly what you need to do if fear is stopping you from doing something.Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Hello from Dubai! After a month of moaning about the cold in the UK, I am not definitely going to spend the next 4 months moaning about the heat in Dubai! It is so nice to be back, but boy is it hard to get back into my routine after a month away! You also loved Episode 1 of Books that Changed my Life a few weeks ago, so here's my final 4 books that are absolute game changers! 1. Working Hard, Hardly Work by Grace Beverley 2. Get Rich Lucky Bitch by Denise Duffield Thomas3. How to Grow your Small Business by Donald Miller4. Sell like Crazy by Sabri Suby Trust me, you're going to love them - listen to find out why! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Welcome back... from the UK! I am in the UK for the whole month of May, and I was so naive to think I could run my business as I usually do, but abroad. How wrong I was! The dream of working remotely from a beach in Thailand is officially a lie guys and here's why! Plus my top tips for working remotely properly. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Welcome back to the Buyer to Badass podcast where we continue to explore the journeys of individuals who have taken the leap from the corporate world to something new. In this episode, Abbie and Levanah chat about the highs and lows of transitioning from a corporate buying role to entrepreneurship. Levanah shares her remarkable journey of self-discovery, from questioning the status quo to rewriting her own story. With over 13 years of experience in the fast-paced world of fashion buying in the UK, Levnnah knows firsthand the challenges buyers face and the burning desire for something more.Levanah proves that you don't have to abandon your career to pursue your passion. Instead, she seamlessly blends her expertise in buying with her newfound role as a coach, showing you how to do the same. From navigating uncertainty to overcoming fear and identifying your transferable skills, Abbie and Levanah leave no stone unturned in this captivating conversation.So whether you're pondering your next career move or dreaming of starting your own business, this episode is packed with invaluable insights and practical advice to guide you on your journey from buyer to boss.Connect with Levanah:@levanahgatescoachingConnect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

We're talking money! This is a big one when running your own business, and pricing can make or break your business. You don't want to price yourself out of the market, but you also need to know your worth. Here's exactly how to come up with the perfect price for your services or product.Erm okay this sounds great, but now what do I do when clients try and negotiate me down? Yes, this happens a lot and I cover exactly what to do in this situation too! Plus some cheeky affirmations at the end, let's repeat together... WE ARE WORTH WHAT WE CHARGE. WE ARE WEALTHY WOMEN. Amen, sister. Enjoy! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

In this episode I'm talking all things BOOKS! But if you're not into reading, this is still for you! I've listened to most of these on audible or via podcasts, so don't worry if you've got no time to sit and read. But RT now guys, these books literally changed my life. "The Chimp Paradox" by Professor Steve Peters"Free Range Human" by Marianne Cantwell"Atomic Habits" by James Clear"Miracle Morning" by Hal Elrod"The Magic" by Rhonda Byrne"Positively Wealthy" by Emma MumfordConnect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Welcome back to another episode of the Buyer to Badass podcast, and before we go into the actual topic I give an update of the DRAMA of the Dubai weather this week! It's been a wild time. We then talk about how to find clients as a freelancer to bring into your business. This is usually one of the biggest roadblocks of someone starting their own business because of the fear of how to bring in customers. But fear not, here are my top 5 tried and tested methods of bringing in new business, and then how to keep it! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Welcome to The Buyer to Badass Podcast! In today's episode, we're diving deep into what it takes to launch a brand. From the initial idea to navigating the complexities of production and marketing, I give you the real lowdown. Finding your PathBranding EssentialsSupplier challenges Legalities and LogisticsLaunching your brand Navigating FeedbackThe Reality of it all! So just remember that launching a brand is a massive undertaking requiring dedication, resilience and strategic thinking. But if others can do it, why can't you? Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

We're delving deep into the crazy world of entrepreneurship with our guest, Cait. Here's a sneak peek at what went down:Meet Cait, a digital advertising pro who made the daring leap from corporate life to entrepreneurship.Corporate to Entrepreneurship: Cait shares the pivotal moments that led her to leave the security of a corporate job and pursue her entrepreneurial dreams.Cultural Shifts: We explore the differences between the UK and Dubai, and how Cait navigated these cultural nuances in her professional journey.Overcoming Challenges: From dealing with client ghosting to staying motivated in the face of uncertainty, Cait dishes out some honest insights into the realities of entrepreneurship.Finding Balance: Learn how Cait prioritizes fitness and tracks small wins to stay grounded amidst the chaos of running her own business.Lessons Learned: Cait reflects on the best and worst advice she received when starting out, and how she set herself up for success in the unpredictable world of entrepreneurship.Staying Inspired: Discover Cait's secrets for staying motivated and driven, even when the going gets tough.Connect with Cait:@thinkdigitalcoConnect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

We are celebrating our 52nd episode aka 1 year of the Buyer to Badass podcast this week! What a momentous occasion, but how did I manage to stay consistent, recording an episode every single week (almost!) for a year?! Well here's how it's done...Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

So what do you do when your business is your baby? There isn't enough time in the day for yourself, your partner, your family or your friends. Well this can't last forever, so here's how I manage working 6.5 days a week and  have a life.Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

So it all went wrong this week. Something very unexpected happened in my business and it threw me! I went straight into panic mode. In this episode, spend the week with me as we experience the emotions and the outcome together.Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

We are essentially cash machines - we make deposits and withdrawals. Withdrawals are inevitable, but it's the deposits that help us in the future. So how can we take action today to live like our future selves? Plus a very exciting personal update.. we had a baby! Well a fur baby. And how I'm on a mission to delegate as much of my life as possible, is this the right thing to do?! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Side note, but cycle syncing is a game changer. I've educated myself on my cycle and how to plan and organise my life around it. I did it for the first time this week and it's already changed my life. I talk through exactly what it means, and how you can implement it easily into your life.Then onto the tough stuff.. are you ready for a career change? Is it time to switch industries? Too often as Buyers we think we can't move to another industry, but here's a load of easy moves you can make, plus the amazing skill set us Buyers have! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

The statistics are pretty gruesome... 20% of brands fail within the first year, 50% within the first 5 years and 80% within the first 20 years. So how the hell does anyone create a successful business?! Here's the main reason why brands fail, and how to make sure yours doesn't.Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

I've been having life coaching sessions for the last 3 months and they have been a game changer. Our focus was around entrepreneurship and running a business but we have gone down the rabbit hole and I have learnt so much! We covered dealing with imposter syndrome, how to believe in yourself, how to stop limiting beliefs and catastraphizing your thoughts and how to release your money mindset blocks.Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

This episode is the only motivation you need to listen to today.. Meet Ben Mitchem, PT and Online Coach. He talks us through how fitness will benefit every area of your life and business, simple strategies for implementing a routine that actually works for you. What we should be eating, and how long we should be sleeping.Plus he talks us through his move from the corporate 9-5 world to business owner. Chat with Ben:@ben.mitch.fitConnect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

I've lived in Dubai now for 3 years with my partner. I've gone from employment to setting up my own business In Dubai. It's the question I get asked the most.. what is it actually like living and working in Dubai?! Here's my honest review of everything Dubai related from what your week will look like working in an office, to how much it costs to live here, what salary you should expect and how to meet people. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

So I've been running Base Brands for a whole year now! It has flown by, but it's been a wild year. There's been ups and lows, but here are my top 10 biggest lessons and tips from the last year. If you're thinking of leaving your 9-5 to start your own thing, or if you're already doing it, I hope these tips help! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

I took the leap and quit my 9-5 job after 11 years building my career in this industry to start my own business a year ago. Here's what you need to do to be able to quit your 9-5 safely and build your business.Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

In part 1 we focused on reflecting on 2023, your wheel of life and resetting your environment to set the foundations for a great 2024. In this episode it's all about 2024 and setting goals to make it your best year ever! But this system is a little different, and it's guaranteed to lead to success. Here's your 5 step toolkit to work out what you want,  create goals, and set a system in place to actually achieve them. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

2024 is nearly here which means it's time to reset so you can step into 2024 ready to make it your best year ever! This is my favourite time of year, so I've split this into 2 episodes:Part 1) Reflecting on 2023Part 2) Setting your intentions for 2024Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

I had such a big response to the first episode many months ago on Toxic Workplaces, that it seemed only right to update you all on where I'm at now. I'm finally over it! But it's been a long journey, and here's how I did it. Part 1:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-buyer-to-badass-podcast/id1677356145?i=1000607066293 Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Okay so this kind of took me by surprise! My whole career I've been rooted in my masculine energy. I thought I needed to be to be successful. But in the last year I've enjoyed embracing my feminine energy in my personal life. To be honest, this scared me as I thought I wouldn't be able to run my business this way.. but I've got news for you! It can be BETTER to run your business in your feminine energy, and here's why...Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Okay so I know it sounds super boring, but stick with me! Today we are talking all things ROUTINE. All the podcast guests I've had on have said routine is their number one way of why they've been able to build a successful business, and how they managed to quit their full time jobs. So there must be something in it right?!In this episode I dive into the science behind routines and habits, give you an insight into my own routine and show you how you can create a routine to achieve your goals. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

MANIFESTING! It's the buzz word at the moment, everyone seems to be doing it - but how does it actually work and what do you need to do to manifest anything you want?Here are 4 easy steps to manifest everything you've dreamed of - whether you know what that is or not!Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Okay so this totally blind sided me today! Where did this even come from?! So let's dive into jealousy.. why do we feel it, what it means and how to get rid of it! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

So I've always measured success by money.. it's the easiest way right? When someone says success, we automatically think wealth, power or status. But I've realised that there are other ways to measure success in your life, and it's actually important to enjoy the journey of success along the way! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

It's Hannah Sadler back on the podcast! And this week I've taken over and it's time to put Abbie in the hot seat! I ask her 10 questions, from how she actually went from 9-5 to self employed, to what she regrets and what's in store for the next year. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

I've been here, there and everywhere for the last few weeks, and it had led to me feeling uncertain and out of my routine. So this weekend I said enough is enough! There is only 10 weeks left of 2023, don't waste it! Use them to get your shit together with me, and here's how! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

I am so excited for you to hear from today's guest Jane Asple. Jane went from Primark Buyer to founding her own jewellery brand, Emma by Jane. Her story is so fascinating (it doesn't start where you'd expect) and super honest. She talks through the highs and lows of business - how she went from securing investment on Dragons Den, to turning them down and nearly closing down the business... to then the thriving business she has today.She tells us all about what really happens behind the scenes on Dragons Den (because I don't know about you but I was FASCINATED!) and how a culmination of key building blocks including influencer marketing, a store presence and digital marketing are the key to building a successful brand. And to top all of this, she's 2 weeks away from giving birth to her second child! Here's how to build a business you love!Connect with Jane:@emmabyjane@Jane_asplewww.emmabyjane.com Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Welcome to a very. special podcast episode with my bestie Hannah Sadler! She is visiting Dubai at the moment so obviously I had to do an episode with her! Hannah's background is Fashion Merchandising, and she talks all about how to travel and maintain a career, and pivot in your early 30's! She knows she wants to start her own business but doesn't know what she wants to do! So here's some questions I asked her, and you should ask yourself if you're in the same boat:What's your passions or hobbies or values?What are you good at?What are you not so good at?What are transferable skills from your career?What type of people do you want to work with?What lifestyle do you want as a business owner? Are there any goals (aside from financial) that you want to achieve as a business owner?Connect with Hannah:@iamhannahstephanie @_hannahsadler Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Okay so maybe I was arrogant, maybe I was naive but I never took networking in my career or business seriously. If I'm totally honest I thought it was a waste of my time. Everyone always says 'it's not what you know, it's who you know' and I never believed this. UNTIL NOW! Networking is now one of my priorities to build my business, and it should be for you too, whatever stage of your career, life or business you're at and here's why! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

In this episode I dive into why I can sometimes fall into the loop of catastrophizing thoughts in my head and always thinking the worst and how I snap myself out of it. Also a recap on the busiest week ever and what I have planned for the rest of the year. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

I relaunched my company on Instagram last week and got an amazing reach of over 36,000 with 25k views on 1 reel! This is after 6 months of posting consistently 5 times a week and is the outcome of a carefully crafted marketing strategy. In this episode I talk you through 5 steps of how to build your marketing strategy. Whether you have a brand, want to launch a brand or just want to learn more about marketing, these are the key pillars you need to follow! 1. Build credibility2. Share value3. Show your services and include a call to action4. Show your personality5. Show proof of concept Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

I'm back! What a 2 weeks it's been, I went back to the UK to spend time with family and then straight to Paris and Saudi for work! Throughout this whole time I worked remotely, and boy was it HARD! It sounds so glamorous working remotely, but the reality of running a business remotely is not that at all. Here's how the last 2 weeks have been, and what I'll do differently next time I work abroad! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

I have been working so hard for weeks on the grand relaunch of Base Brands! But why do I need to relaunch? Essentially I've built a business that is not fit for the future. I am niching down on my target client, and scaling back my services A LOT! It's kinda scary. I've also pulled forward my relaunch by 4 weeks by taking imperfect action. I've realised imperfect action is better than no action and here's why.Take a sneak peak behind the scenes of my business, and get some inspiration for launching your brand!Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

The one thing that stops so many people from starting their own brands is MOQ's (minimum order quantities). Without investment, it can be impossible to get anywhere close to what factories are asking for. So how do small and start up brands make it work? In this episode I run through what to focus on when you first start your brand, and how to overcome that daunting challenge of quantities! It's time to forget everything you know about high street retail buying, and think outside the box!Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

The last 3 weeks has been a lot, I've juggled family staying with us in Dubai, moving house and running my business. I wanted to give my all to all three of them, but I realised very quickly that was impossible. It was very nearly an absolute disaster! So how did I navigate balancing all 3? I cut my hours by 90% and still got 50% of my usual work output done... how is that possible?! What have I been doing for the last few months?! Let's find out...Here's how you can work smarter and not harder...Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

I totally get not everyone wants to leave their job, it doesn't have to be all or nothing. This is why side hustles are the way forward! Expand your skillset, try new things and make some extra cash to enjoy.Here are the top 10 highest paying side hustles you can launch right now, alongside your full time job and how to get started!Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

Super excited to introduce this weeks' guest to you - Emma Coulter. Emma lives in Dubai and has over 10 years experience as a Buyer. She has worked in the UK and Dubai for luxury retailers such as Harrods and Versace. Yes Versace! What a dream... or so we would thinkShe spills the tea on buying in Dubai, flights to Milan and visiting Versace's personal home. She then shares the reality of becoming a mum for the first time and juggling a buying career, and how she had no choice but to leave her job. BUT she followed her passion and now runs her own babywear brand and is the host of parenting podcast, Next of Kin. This is the inspiring story of how everything happens for a reason, and how to build a brand and a customer community with a new baby! Thanks so much to Emma for joining me this week! You can reach Emma, listen to her podcast and support her business here:WebsitePodcastLinkedinInstagramTiktokConnect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

#thegreatresignation is trending and social media is full of motivation and inspiration to leave our corporate 9-5 jobs, follow our passions and launch a business... I fully support this, BUT it doesn't happen overnight. The key is in the preparation, and that's why it's so important to have an exit plan. I scaled my business to over 7.5k per month in 3 months because I planend it out for a year... What I did wasn't rocket science, and anyone can do it. In this episode, I talk you through exactly what you need to do to get an exit plan in place. Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

I changed the way I think about sales and not to be over dramatic, but it totally changed my view on everything! I used to see selling as icky, but by changing my view on it and truly believing in yourself and what you are selling changes everything! So get good at sales and you can improve every area of your life. Take this episode as your sign to go and do that thing because you can do it!Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*

We are halfway through 2023, so it's reflection and reset time! It has also been 4 months since I launched my own business, I thought had the first few months totally figured out, I mean I'd spent a year planning for this but how wrong I was! So here are my 10 biggest lessons, curveballs, mistakes, perks and surprises of going from a corporate 9-5 job to fully fledged badass entrepeneur! Connect with me:@buyertobadass@abbieabs_@base.brandsSupport the show:Please subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share to your IG stories and tag me! Help a gal out!*New Episode every Monday*