The Matthew Cox Enterprise Podcast

Let's talk business. In this episode of the MCE Podcast we are talking with Andrew Tucknott of Tomsetts Distribution Ltd Join us for a great discussion with Andrew on how he can take Tomsetts Distribution Ltd to the next level! Follow me on socials ✅: https://www.instagram.com/matthewcox.enterprise/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-cox-bsc-hons-431650b0/ Andrew Tucknott ✅: https://tomsetts.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/tomsetts-distribution-ltd/ https://www.facebook.com/TomsettsDistributionLtd/ The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes, please consult with a professional for further advice on your specific situation. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast for Season 2? Visit our website https://matthewcox.biz/ or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information.

Let's talk business. In this episode of the MCE Podcast we are talking with Jaimie-Leigh Saint about her business - JLH Homes Join us for a great discussion with Jaimie on how she can take JLH Homes to the next level.  Follow me on socials ✅: https://www.instagram.com/matthewcox.enterprise/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-cox-bsc-hons-431650b0/ Jaimie-Leigh Saint ✅: https://jlh-homes.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-leigh-saint-193026180/ https://www.instagram.com/jlh_homes/ The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes, please consult with a professional for further advice on your specific situation. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast for Season 2? Visit our website https://matthewcox.biz/ or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information.

Let's talk business. In this episode of the MCE Podcast we are talking with Karl Marriott about his business - Marriott Succession Planning  Join us for a great discussion with Karl on how he can take Marriott Succession Planning to the next level.  Follow me on socials ✅: https://www.instagram.com/matthewcox.enterprise/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-cox-bsc-hons-431650b0/ Karl Marriott ✅: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karljmarriott/ https://masupl.com/  The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes, please consult with a professional for further advice on your specific situation. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast for Season 2? Visit our website https://matthewcox.biz/ or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information.

Discover the ultimate guide for entrepreneurs and business owners to maximise success before, during, and after the Christmas/ holiday season.  Learn how to prepare your business, boost sales during peak times, and maintain growth into the new year. From marketing strategies to customer retention and post-holiday planning, this video is your go-to resource for thriving during the holidays. Don't miss out on these essential tips! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and stay tuned for Season 2 – even more amazing content is coming your way!  So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck! Featured podcasts: Holiday Special Youtube episode: https://youtu.be/xMxr1RlsgA4 BONUS: Breaking down the UK budget and what it means for you with industry experts: https://youtu.be/_4lR58vopG8 Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information.

Join us as we wrap up an incredible first season! From expert tips on property investments to inspiring stories from successful entrepreneurs, we've covered it all. In this special recap episode, we revisit the best moments, key business lessons, and powerful insights that have shaped our journey so far. Whether you're a longtime listener or just discovering us, this episode has something for everyone interested in entrepreneurship, property, and investment strategies. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and stay tuned for Season 2 – even more amazing content is coming your way! So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck! Featured podcasts: How getting the right mental health support led to a successful art business & fast business growth: https://youtu.be/__2dvQc-fR4 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and How to Increase Your Value so You Can Increase Your Prices: https://youtu.be/n_Sc617oyFc How to establish your USP, raise brand awareness, and hire the right people with Kathryn McKenzie: https://youtu.be/94liJn9rTeU 

Let's talk about the UK Budget and what it means for you with industry experts. Join us as we break down the Autumn budget delivered by the UK Treasury chief Rachel Reeves with fellow industry experts: Karl Marriott from Safeguard Wills, Sharon Bishop from Awesome Accountants, Matthew Machan from Machan Wealth Management. We dive into how the different updates and changes will affect different types of people, from the “working person,” to property owners, to business owners and more.   Not only do we breakdown some of the key points from the UK Budget, but we also provide our initial tips and ideas of how to manage the impact of the budget. This episode is packed with valuable insights, advice, and more that you can use for your own business journey. So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Find out more about Karl Marriott from Safeguard Wills on their LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karljmarriott?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B8jiVYrhnSwCUnPnw%2BXs2mQ%3D%3D Find out more about Sharon from Awesome Accountants on their website: https://awesomeaccountants.co.uk/ Find out more about Matt from Machan Wealth Management on their website: https://www.machanwealthmanagement.co.uk/ The information shared in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes, please consult with a professional for further advice on your specific situation. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast for Season 2? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information.  

Let's talk about important long-term investments ideas you should know about to set you up for a financially secure future Join us as we share tips, ideas and strategies in our conversation with Helen Moss from Newman Business Solutions Ltd.  Helen joins us to discuss different ideas and ways she can start building in more security and long term wealth for her future through things like property investment, ISAs, managing her pension and more. We also discuss her journey to becoming a business development manager and how different entrepreneurial traits helped her get there. This episode is full of tips and creative ideas that Matt has learned from his financial journey that can be used to increase your financial literacy - and financial security. So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Find out more about Helen Moss by contacting her either on the business website or through one of their digital channels. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship?  Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information.  Make sure to follow us on Instagram @matthewcox.enterprise and on Facebook @matthewcoxenterprise for regular tips, wisdom and behind-the-scenes to inspire your business journey.   The advice shared in this podcast is purely for educational and entertainment reasons, please consult with the right finacial adviser or professional to find out more.  

Let's talk about how finding the right support for mental health led to a successful art business and fast growing business journey. Join us as we explore inspirational stories and valuable business reminders from Steve Dann's journey in creating and growing Magpie Art. We dive into how Steve's story and background played a role into finding his purpose and passion in art.  Supporting your mental health to thrive and establishing security in the face of fast paced growth are topics we also discuss with Steve. This episode is packed with valuable advice, tips, hints and more that you can use for your own business journey. So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Find out more about the Magpie Art on his website. For mental health support in the U.K., check out: https://www.mind.org.uk/ https://www.thecalmzone.net/ https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/ Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information. 

Let's talk about how to leave a legacy behind and use business strategies for raising money as a charity. Join us as we discuss various ideas and strategies with Gavin Fisher from Children's Respite Trust.  He shares about his journey to building the charity, trying to grow organically and stand out in a saturated market and their challenges with raising money for their next big venture. We also talk with Gavin about how he can be creative and use different business and investment strategies to overcome some of the challenges he faces in creating a sustainable structure for the charity - and leave a legacy behind. This episode is full of great ideas and tips that can be used to inspire your business and entrepreneurship journey. So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Find out more on their website. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information. 

Let's talk about expanding your business organically versus using creative acquisition techniques for faster growth. Join us as we share tips, ideas and strategies in our conversation with Matthew Machan from Machan Wealth Management. He shares about his journey working as a part of a franchise and how he endeavours to expand and grow his business to help clients with a wide range of services. We also talk with Matt about how being dyslexic can be a superpower, how to manage work life balance with a family and how to think outside the box to acquire businesses for fast growth. This episode is full of tips and creative ideas that can be used to inspire your business and entrepreneurship journey. So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Find out more about Matthew Machan by contacting him either on their website or through one of their digital channels. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship?  Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information.  Make sure to follow us on Instagram @matthewcox.enterprise and on Facebook @matthewcoxenterprise for regular tips, wisdom and behind-the-scenes to inspire your business journey.

Let's talk about how to start your business journey with less risk and tips to prepare your business for success with a new business owner who is 6 months into his journey. Join us as we share tips, ideas and strategies in our conversation with Chris Hoadley, from CH Conveyancing Services Limited (consulting for Setfords Law). He shares how he was nervous and risk averse in starting his own business journey after leaving his previous role at a firm and what steps he took to make starting his business less risky. We also talk with Chris about how her can continue to push his risk tolerance to grow and expand his new business over the next few years to help him reach his business goals. Chris shares 3 tips for any budding business owners from what he's learned in the first several months. A few of the books mentioned to help you on your business and entrepreneurship journey include: Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki and Sharon Lechter Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey Good to Great by Jim Collins This episode is full of great stories and tips that can be used to inspire your business and entrepreneurship journey. So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Find out more about Chris Hoadley by contacting him either on one of his digital channels, the Setfords website or via his phone number: 01323 402542. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship?  Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information.  And, if you're a business owner and you want more time to focus on what you do best instead of on administrative tasks, book keeping, recruitment and more, contact our team at the We Group Sussex. Because you have bigger things to do! https://wegroup.ltd/

Let's talk about how to battle imposter syndrome and how you can increase your value so you can increase your prices as a business owner. Join us as we discuss various ideas, tips and strategies with the talented vocalist, Julie Terry, as she battles the feeling of imposter syndrome when considering increasing her prices for her business, Art of Noise. Julie shares about her goals to move to France where she dreams of working remotely on her business while enjoying her life and building up a property portfolio in the French countryside.  However, she has a few different challenges that are making it difficult for her to transition her business to remote working and property investment, including the current structure and the clientele of her business as a singer. Julie opens up about the challenges of being in the art industry and the barriers she faces as opposed to more traditional businesses in building a business versus building a job. We share advice on how she can diversify and strengthen her revenue while increasing her value so that she can charge what she is worth and overcome imposter syndrome.  This episode is packed with valuable advice, tips, hints and more that you can use for your business journey. So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Find out more about the Julie's Art of Noise on her website. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information. 

Let's talk about running a charity like a business and discuss essential franchising tips to help you successfully scale, expand and grow. Join us as we discuss various ideas and strategies with Paula Woolven from the Havens Community Hub CIC.  She shares the stories behind Havens Community Hub CIC, including how Havens Food Coop came to live after a chance observation in Morrisons and how she runs the different charities as a social enterprise.  We also talk with Paula about how she can franchise and expand Havens Community Hub CIC past East Sussex.  We discuss ideas and advice about her journey as a social entrepreneur with Havens Community Hub and just how similar running the non-profit is to a business.  This episode is full of great stories and tips that can be used to inspire your business and entrepreneurship journey. So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Find out more on their website. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information. 

Let's talk about how to manage family life while growing your business and creative acquisition ideas. Join us as we discuss various ideas and strategies with Mat Savage from the Logo Emporium as he endeavours to grow his logo embroidery business while maintaining a work life balance.  We also talk with Mat about how he can expand his business through different acquisition strategies that are creative in both a structural and financial nature.  Investing in apprentices, thinking of different ways to pitch to bigger clients and constantly looking for ways to develop learning for your entrepreneurial career are some of the other topics we discuss. This episode is packed with valuable advice, tips, hints and more that you can use for your own business journey. So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Find out more about the Logo Emporium on their website. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information. 

Let's talk about how to overcome ageism as a young entrepreneur and compete in a saturated market.  Join us as we dive into an interesting discussion on how Ryan Birch, the business owner of Double Media (formerly known as Mr. Media Agency), battles one of his biggest business hurdles as of yet: age. As a young business owner and entrepreneur, it can beneficial to be young in his industry.  But, it has also proven to be a recurring hurdle for him on his business journey.  We share simple and actionable tips and ideas on how he can overcome that challenge to help him land more clients.  We also talk about how to focus on certain offers and clientele to successfully compete in a saturated market.  Listen for a variety of helpful tips, advice, ideas and lessons that you can use for your business and entrepreneurship journey. So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information. 

Let's talk about how to go from staff to shareholder and the impact of hybrid working on work culture. Join us as we have a great discussion with Jake Brown from Mango Insurance. We discuss how he can progress his career, get a promotion and eventually work his way up the ladder to become a partner, shareholder or business owner. We also talk about different goals Jake has as a staff member and the impact he hopes to make on the team around him, like moving to more in-person and hybrid working, instead of just remote working. We share helpful tips, advice, ideas and real life examples from our own journey of going from staff member to business partner.  So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship?  Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information. 

Let's talk about how to increase cash flow and creating a strong staff structure to make it through peaks and troughs. Join us as we discuss various ideas and strategies with Norman Mayhew as he continues to grow and expand his business across the Sussex area and beyond.  Norman shares the story behind his business journey and how he's weathered many business peaks and troughs for his 29-year-old business, including the Great Recession and Covid-19 Pandemic - and what he's learned. We share advice on how he can try new strategies to increase cash flow, ideas on how to establish a unique selling point (USP) for his staff as well as many other pieces of advice and insights to help him acheive his 1 year, 5 year and 10 year goals.  This episode is packed with valuable advice, tips, hints and more that you can use for your business journey. So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Find out more about the Sussex Signs Company on their website. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information. 

Let's talk about growing profitability in simple, easy ways and scaling up without losing your Unique Selling Point (USP) for your new business. Join us as we discuss various business challenges and goals with Davinia McGann as she navigates her journey as a fairly new business owner of a spin cycle cafe. She's aiming to grow her business's profitability to help her scale it up, while also gaining more time freedom back as she juggles the various jobs and tasks as a business owner in the hospitality and fitness sector. We share helpful tips, advice, and ideas on how she can use simple, easy ways to improve profitability and clarity. We also talk about how she's going to navigate her dreams to franchise the spin caf without loosing its unique selling point (USP). This episode is packed with valuable advice, tips, hints and more. So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Find out more about Chateau Velo on their website and follow their journey on their social media.  Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information. 

Let's talk about navigating an ever-changing digital landscape and in-person working vs. remote working to find the right team members for your business. Join us as we chat with Julia Johnson as she leads her digital marketing business through the constant change in the digital world and the challenges she faces in finding staff locally who have the right skills needed for her business, Fine Marketing. We discuss the pros and cons of considering remote working options for future staff and how changes in the digital world, like artificial intelligence (AI), will make a difference to working patterns.  We share advice, tips and ideas on how she can take her business to its next success, while also setting the business up for growth and expansion in the future.  So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  You can find out more about Fine Marketing on their website. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information. 

Let's talk about how to take the right risks to scale your buisness and make it sustainable.  Join us as we chat with Brandon Kilvert-Taylor as he chases some big dreams as a young entrepreneur and explores how to scale his current business, Diamond Pressure Cleaning.  He's working to make his business sustainable and acquire other businesses and assets in the future to expand, but he's met with various challenges and barriers. We share helpful tips, advice, and ideas on how he can navigate choosing the right risks and investments to help him take his current business to its next success, while also setting him up for long-term business sustainability and growth.  So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  You can find out more about Diamond Pressure Cleaning on social media and follow along with Brandon's journey here. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information. 

Let's talk about how to creatively target the right market and establish a personal brand for this professional in motorsport. Join us as we have an interesting discussion with Reuben Lowe as he pursues his dreams in the motorsport industry. He's looking to attract the right businesses that can help him raise funds for sponsorships and reach his goals to be the next Lewis Hamilton.  We share helpful tips, advice, and ideas on how he can use creative ways to help him with his journey and establish a personal brand which will help him in the long run. So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  You can find Reuben on social media and follow along with his journey here. Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information. 

Let's talk about how to establish your unique selling proposition (USP), raise brand awareness, and get the right team in place to help your business grow - especially in the early days. Join us as we have a great discussion with Kathryn McKenzie from Mango Insurance. We also talk about how to help her new business stand out and flourish in a saturated market.  We share helpful tips, advice, ideas and lessons we've learned from our own business journey.  So, grab your headphones and get stuck in to get unstuck!  Looking for advice on a specific business topic, or want to join the conversation on all things entrepreneurship? Why not join us on the podcast? Visit our website or contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information. 

We dive into an interesting discussion about finding the right acquisitions and using different growth strategies with Tom Lever from the Orange Property Group.  Tom talks with us about some of the current challenges he and his business are facing in the contrustion industry as well as some ideas on how to sustain and grow cash flow. Join us for a great discussion with Tom on how he can grow the business and take Orange Property Group to new heights. Interested in joining the conversaiton to spark strategic growth for your business ventures? Contact us at  info@matthewcox.biz for more information or visit our website!

We talk about all things business growth and expansion with Andrew Tucknott from Tomsetts Distribution Ltd. Andrew talks with us about the various challenges he faces as well as the goals he hopes to achieve as he gets settled into his new role after a management buyout.  Join us for a deep dive into the different ways Andrew can help Tomsetts grow and succeed, like finding the right people for the right jobs to help the business truly expand.  Interested in joining the conversaiton yourself to spark strategic growth? Contact us at  info@matthewcox.biz for more information!

We chat with David Jordan from David Jordan Estate Agents about how to prepare - and manage - business peaks and troughs. David talks to us about how their business stands out from some of their competitors and how they are preparing for some possible changes to the real estate industry.  Join us as we discuss the various ways David can not only manage the peaks and troughs for his business, but also explore different opportunities for business expansion.  Want to join the conversation? Contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information.

Luke Martin from Robert Martin Roofing Services joins us to explore how to land dream clients, like finally making the transition from being a sole trader and to a limited company. We also talk about different ways to balance delegation and roles to facilitate finding the right leads for business growth.  Join us for a great discussion with Luke on how he can take Robert Martin Roofing Services to the next level.  Looking for some tips, advice and ideas? Why not join us on the podcast? Contact us at info@matthewcox.biz for more information.