Empowering Young Entrepreneurs: Young Enterprise Scheme @ Barton Peveril College

Spending the day with young enterprise at Barton Peveril with Donna Bennet. Thanks guys.. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Young Enterprise and Sales Confidence 02:48 The Role of Drama in Sales and Confidence Building 06:10 Understanding Customer Connection and Emotional Selling 09:12 The Exciting Potential of the Younger Generation in Business </p> The young entrepreneurs Instagram accounts..</p> https://www.instagram.com/comfort_and_care.528/https://www.instagram.com/dakota.gregory1014/https://www.instagram.com/shopseasonalsupplies_bpevril/https://www.instagram.com/finest.graphic/ Full notes further down... This is a bonus episode of 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast 💛Learn more about building your online ecosystem. 👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/so-you-want-to-create-an-online-ecosystem/ 💛Get our newsletter in your inbox 👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/ Have fun always.. Emily & Alan 💛 Thanks for watching: Empowering Young Entrepreneurs: Young Enterprise Scheme @ Barton Peveril College Step right up, because the spotlight is on the fabulous humans within the world of small business in the ultimate small business podcast! 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | Small Business Podcasts #DigitalCircusLife #SmallBusinessStories #EntrepreneurialJourneys #SmallBusinessPodcast #PodcastForSmallBusinessOwners Show notes In this conversation, Emily and Alan discuss their experience at Barton Peveril College, where they engaged with students participating in the Young Enterprise scheme. They focus on the importance of confidence in sales, the role of drama in building that confidence, and the emotional connection needed to sell effectively. They also highlight the potential of the younger generation in entrepreneurship and the innovative ideas they bring to the table. Takeaways 👀 Confidence in sales is crucial for success. 👀 Roleplay can help alleviate the icky feeling associated with selling. 👀 Understanding the emotional aspect of selling is key. 👀 Younger generations are already adept at online business. 👀 Teaching practical business skills can empower young entrepreneurs. 👀 The importance of connection in sales cannot be overstated. 👀 Students are eager to learn about business operations. 👀 Creativity in marketing can enhance product appeal. 👀 Young entrepreneurs are capable of running successful side hustles. 👀 The future of business is bright with these young innovators.</p>

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Winning at Life: More Than Just Financial Success Rachel & Ciaran McKenna | Small Business Podcasts

Our first foursome and a fabulous one at that... Thanks guys.. </p> Chapters 00:00 The Adventure of Life Begins 01:49 Finding Purpose and Balance 05:10 The Dynamics of Working Together 10:07 Communication and Collaboration in Business 12:50 Winning the Lottery of Life 17:40 From Teaching to Business: A Journey 25:09 The Importance of Relationships in Business 28:20 Breaking Down Silos: Marketing and Sales Collaboration 30:12 The Evolution of Career Paths 36:10 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship 43:15 Embracing the Adventure of Life 47:59 Advice to Younger Selves A huge thank you to Rachel & Ciaran for their time. Full notes further down... This is Ep45 of 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast Fancy saying 'Hi' to Rachel & Ciaran? https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-mckenna-25a56237/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciaran-mc-kenna-3b24318b/ https://woodhazel.ie 💛Learn more about building your online ecosystem. 👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/so-you-want-to-create-an-online-ecosystem/ 💛Get our newsletter in your inbox 👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/ Have fun always.. Emily & Alan 💛 Thanks for watching: Winning at Life: More Than Just Financial Success Rachel & Ciaran Mc Kenna | Small Business Podcasts Step right up, because the spotlight is on the fabulous humans within the world of small business in the ultimate small business podcast! 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | Small Business Podcasts #DigitalCircusLife #SmallBusinessStories #EntrepreneurialJourneys #SmallBusinessPodcast #PodcastForSmallBusinessOwners Takeaways 🦄The first year of change can be challenging but rewarding. 🦄Finding purpose in work leads to a fulfilling life. 🦄Work-life balance is essential for long-term happiness. 🦄Different personalities can complement each other in business. 🦄Health and happiness improve when doing what you love. 🦄Life experiences shape our perspectives on work and purpose. 🦄Building a support network is vital for success. 🦄Embracing change can lead to unexpected opportunities. 🦄Teaching can be a foundation for understanding and connecting with others. 🦄Everything in business is about the people. 🦄Marketing and sales must work together to succeed. 🦄Being customer-centric is crucial for business success. 🦄Everyone has a unique selling style that can be effective. 🦄Transitioning to entrepreneurship requires a mindset shift. 🦄Embracing flexibility in work can enhance life quality. 🦄It's important to not overthink decisions and actions. 🦄Believing in oneself is key to success. </p>

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The Courage to Rewrite Your Story: A Midlife Adventure from Lynne Evans | The Small Business Podcast

Oh Lynne... What an inspiring adventure.. Thank you so much... </p> Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Lynn Evans: From Corporate to Creative 10:10 Finding Balance: Family, Work, and Fulfilment 19:53 The Power of Storytelling: Capturing Life Stories 29:49 Creating a Legacy: The Importance of Documenting Memories</p> A huge thank you to Lynne for her time. Full show notes further down... This is Ep44 of 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast Fancy saying 'Hi' to Lynne? https://thememoryshed.com/ 💛Learn more about building your online ecosystem. 👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/so-you-want-to-create-an-online-ecosystem/ 💛Get our newsletter in your inbox 👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/ Have fun always.. Emily & Alan 💛 Thanks for watching: The Courage to Rewrite Your Story: A Midlife Adventure from Lynne Evans | The Small Business Podcast Step right up, because the spotlight is on the fabulous humans within the world of small business in the ultimate small business podcast! 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | Small Business Podcasts #DigitalCircusLife #SmallBusinessStories #EntrepreneurialJourneys #SmallBusinessPodcast #PodcastForSmallBusinessOwners SHOW NOTES👇 In this conversation, Lynne Evans shares her transformative adventure from a corporate career in sales and marketing to pursuing her passion for creativity and storytelling. After years of feeling unfulfilled, she embraced her creative side by writing life stories for others, inspired by her father's experiences. Lynne discusses the importance of balancing family life with work, the emotional depth of capturing personal histories, and her recent involvement in charity work. The conversation highlights the significance of documenting memories and the power of storytelling in creating legacies for future generations. Takeaways 🧨 Lynne transitioned from a corporate career to a creative path. 🧨 She emphasises the importance of family balance and quality time. 🧨 Her father's stories inspired her to write life stories for others. 🧨 Lynne's work involves capturing the authentic voice of her clients. 🧨 She finds the interview process to be the most rewarding part of her work. 🧨 Lynne's charity work focuses on supporting patients with chest wall deformities. 🧨 She believes in the power of storytelling to create legacies. 🧨 Lynne encourages her children to pursue their passions without fear. 🧨 She reflects on the emotional weight of preserving memories for families. 🧨 Lynne feels rejuvenated and excited about her new career at 50.</p>

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Be Brave & Bold: Embracing Change in Life and Business Laura Robson | The Small Business Podcast

Love this takeaway from Laura...</p> <br /></p> A huge thank you to Laura for her time.</p> Full show notes further down...</p> <br /></p> This is Ep43 of 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast</p> <br /></p> Fancy saying 'Hi' to Laura? </p> https://backpocketoffice.co.uk/ </p> 💛Learn more about building your online ecosystem.</p> 👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/so-you-want-to-create-an-online-ecosystem/</p> 💛Get our newsletter in your inbox </p> 👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/</p> <br /></p> Have fun always..</p> Emily & Alan 💛</p> <br /></p> Thanks for watching: Be Brave & Bold: Embracing Change in Life and Business Laura Robson | The Small Business Podcast</p> <br /></p> Step right up, because the spotlight is on the fabulous humans within the world of small business in the ultimate small business podcast! </p> <br /></p> 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | Small Business Podcasts</p> <br /></p> #DigitalCircusLife #SmallBusinessStories #EntrepreneurialJourneys #SmallBusinessPodcast #PodcastForSmallBusinessOwners</p> <br /></p> SHOW NOTES👇</p> <br /></p> In this episode of the Digital Circus Life podcast, we chat with Laura Robson about her journey from a biomedical scientist to a virtual assistant and business owner. Laura shares her motivations for starting her business, the challenges of balancing work and family life, and her passion for making technology more accessible for small business owners. </p> The conversation also touches on the importance of networking, simplifying tech processes, and Laura's future plans for a membership program to support entrepreneurs.</p> <br /></p> Takeaways</p> 🍍Laura aims to make business tech more accessible.</p> 🍍She started her business in 2022 after working in the NHS.</p> 🍍Her passion lies in the techie aspects of business.</p> 🍍Balancing family life and work is a priority for her.</p> 🍍Networking has been crucial in her entrepreneurial journey.</p> 🍍Many entrepreneurs struggle with tech and need support</p> 🍍Laura is developing a membership program for entrepreneurs.</p> 🍍She encourages being bold and taking risks in business.</p> 🍍The journey of entrepreneurship is about continuous learning.</p> 🍍Simplifying processes can lead to greater efficiency.</p>

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Choosing positivity: Why you should with Chris Wilson | The Small Business Podcast

Loving the positivity with Chris Wilson...</p> <br /></p> A huge thank you to Chris for his time.</p> <br /></p> Full show notes further down...</p> <br /></p> This is Ep42 of 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast</p> <br /></p> Fancy saying 'Hi' to Chris?</p> https://www.speaktoserveandsell.co.uk</p> https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris--wilson/</p> https://www.instagram.com/themidlife_journal/ </p> 💛Learn more about building your online ecosystem.</p> 👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/so-you-want-to-create-an-online-ecosystem/</p> 💛Get our newsletter in your inbox</p> 👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/</p> <br /></p> Have fun always..</p> Emily & Alan 💛</p> <br /></p> Step right up, because the spotlight is on the fabulous humans within the world of small business in the ultimate small business podcast! 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | Small Business Podcasts</p> <br /></p> #DigitalCircusLife #SmallBusinessStories #EntrepreneurialJourneys #SmallBusinessPodcast #PodcastForSmallBusinessOwners</p> <br /></p> SHOW NOTES👇</p> <br /></p> We chat with Chris Wilson, a speaking and presenting coach who shares his journey of positivity, personal growth, and the importance of using one's voice to make a difference. He discusses his background in hospitality, the lessons learned from various career transitions, and the significance of mental health awareness. Chris emphasises the need for authentic connections in a technology-driven world and offers valuable insights for the youth of today. His personal story of overcoming darkness and the ripple effect of positivity serves as an inspiration for listeners. </p> Takeaways</p> 🍩Positivity can ripple out and impact others.</p> 🍩Your attitude is infectious; choose it wisely.</p> 🍩Life is finite; make your moments count.</p> 🍩Authenticity in sharing personal stories is powerful.</p> 🍩Mental health awareness is crucial in today's society.</p> 🍩Technology can distract us from meaningful connections.🍩Youth should be mindful of their social media use.</p> 🍩Every setback is a learning opportunity.</p> 🍩Gratitude can shift our perspective on life.</p> 🍩Trust the process and make good choices.</p>

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Can living in the moment be enough? | Laura' Taylor's small business adventure | Digital Circus LIFE

The truly fabulous Laura Taylor...</p> <br /></p> A huge thank you to Laura for her time. Full show notes further down... This is Ep41 of 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast Fancy saying 'Hi' to Laura https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-taylor-thecollaborativeva/ https://thecollaborativeva.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thecollaborativeva/ 💛Learn more about building your online ecosystem. 👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/so-you-want-to-create-an-online-ecosystem/ 💛Get our newsletter in your inbox 👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/ Have fun always.. Emily & Alan 💛 Thanks for watching: Can living in the moment be enough? | Laura' Taylor's small business adventure | Digital Circus LIFE Step right up, because the spotlight is on the fabulous humans within the world of small business in the ultimate small business podcast! 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | Small Business Podcasts #DigitalCircusLife #SmallBusinessStories #EntrepreneurialJourneys #SmallBusinessPodcast #PodcastForSmallBusinessOwners SHOW NOTES👇 We chat with Laura about her adventure as a virtual assistant, the importance of living in the moment, and the challenges of building a supportive team. We explore themes of mental health, community support, and the transition from corporate employment to entrepreneurship and Laura shares her experiences with confidence, continuous learning, and the value of collaboration over competition within the VA community. Some of the epic takeaways 🍦Striving for an okay day is a realistic goal. 🍦Living in the moment can lead to unexpected opportunities. 🍦Collaboration within the VA community is essential for success. 🍦Mental health support is crucial for team dynamics. 🍦Childhood quirks can shape adult success. 🍦It's important to connect with others in business. <br /></p>

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From CBeebies to the happiness coach. Julie Mann on The Small Business Podcast

The amazing Julie Mann... A huge thank you to Julie for her time.Full show notes further down...</p> This is Ep40 of 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast</p> <br /></p> Fancy saying 'Hi' to Julie</p> https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-mann/</p> https://www.youtube.com/c/juliemannhttps:/</p> https://www.instagram.com/juliekimmann/</p> https://www.linktr.ee/habitfixer</p> 💛Learn more about building your online ecosystem.👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/so-you-want-to-create-an-online-ecosystem/</p> 💛Get our newsletter in your inbox 👉https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/</p> <br /></p> Have fun always..</p> Emily & Alan 💛</p> <br /></p> Thanks for watching: From CBeebies to the happiness coach. Julie Mann on The Small Business Podcast</p> <br /></p> Step right up, because the spotlight is on the fabulous humans within the world of small business in the ultimate small business podcast! </p> 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | Small Business Podcasts</p> <br /></p> #DigitalCircusLife #SmallBusinessStories #EntrepreneurialJourneys #SmallBusinessPodcast #PodcastForSmallBusinessOwners </p> SHOW NOTES👇 In this engaging conversation, Julie Mann, a happiness coach, shares her journey from a shy child to a successful coach, emphasising the importance of habits, personal growth, and the evolution of her career. The discussion explores the challenges she faced, the role of playfulness in her coaching, and her insights on happiness and self-care. Julie also reflects on her experiences in acting and voice work, and how these have shaped her approach to coaching. The episode concludes with her advice to her younger self, highlighting the significance of being true to oneself.</p> <br /></p> Takeaways</p> Julie emphasises the importance of connecting with one's ecosystem.</p> Happiness is a priority for Julie, both personally and professionally.</p> Habits play a crucial role in shaping our lives and happiness.</p> Julie transitioned from acting to coaching, finding fulfilment in helping others.</p> Overcoming personal challenges has been a significant part of Julie's journey.</p> The importance of playfulness in coaching is highlighted as a key element.</p> Julie believes that all habits can be replaced with new, healthier ones.</p> Life experiences, including travel, have shaped Julie's perspective on happiness.</p> Julie encourages authenticity and being real in all aspects of life.</p> Preparing for the future is essential, especially regarding financial stability. </p>

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We get to do this! | Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast

Are you ready for some more epic episodes?</p> After an fab Summer, we are now back and boy are we blimmin excited..</p> Full show notes further down...</p> <br /></p> This is a bonus episode of 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast. We hope that you enjoy it..</p> <br /></p> Have fun always..</p> Emily & Alan 💛</p> <br /></p> Thanks for watching: We get to do this! | Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast </p> <br /></p> Step right up, because the spotlight is on the fabulous humans within the world of small business in the ultimate small business podcast! </p> <br /></p> 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | Small Business Podcasts</p> <br /></p> #DigitalCircusLife #SmallBusinessStories #EntrepreneurialJourneys #SmallBusinessPodcast #PodcastForSmallBusinessOwners</p> <br /></p> SHOW NOTES 👇</p> <br /></p> We are celebrating the relaunch of the podcast after a long break, reflecting on the highlights of previous episodes and the key messages shared by the guests. We discuss the importance of pursuing passions, the value of changing one's mind, and the insights gained from their conversations. Looking ahead, we share their excitement for upcoming episodes and potential new formats for the podcast.</p> <br /></p> Takeaways</p> - The podcast is back after a long break.</p> - Many podcasts fail after just three episodes.- Life's too short to do something you hate.</p> - It's okay to change your mind.</p> - Do it scared is a recurring theme.</p> - There are differences in advice given to younger selves based on gender.</p> - Many people are unaware of simple business tools.</p> - The podcast aims to provide a reality check on entrepreneurship.</p> - Exciting episodes are planned for the upcoming season.</p> - The hosts are privileged in their lifestyle choices.</p>

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Change is a good thing! | Emily & Alan Braithwaite | The Small Business Podcast

How are you with change?</p> One of the biggest takeaways from the last 44 episodes is how much change the guests have gone through. It really is inspirational..</p> Full show notes further down...</p> <br /></p> This is a bonus episode of 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast. We hope that you enjoy it..</p> <br /></p> 💛Learn more about building your online ecosystem.</p> 👉<a href="https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/so-you-want-to-create-an-online-ecosystem/" rel="noopener noreferer" target="_blank">https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/so-you-want-to-create-an-online-ecosystem/</a></p> <br /></p> 💛Get our newsletter in your inbox </p> 👉<a href="https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/" rel="noopener noreferer" target="_blank">https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/</a></p> <br /></p> Have fun always..</p> <br /></p> Emily & Alan 💛</p> <br /></p> Thanks for watching: Change is a good thing! | Emily & Alan Braithwaite | The Small Business Podcast</p> <br /></p> Step right up, because the spotlight is on the fabulous humans within the world of small business in the ultimate small business podcast! </p> 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | Small Business Podcasts</p> <br /></p> #DigitalCircusLife #SmallBusinessStories #EntrepreneurialJourneys #SmallBusinessPodcast #PodcastForSmallBusinessOwners</p> <br /></p> SHOW NOTES 👇</p> <br /></p> After 44 episodes, we are taking a break from the podcast, The Digital Circus Life. We reflect on the purpose of the podcast, which was to show 🎪The Digital Circus community how simple it can be to create content for businesses and amplify their online presence. We express gratitude for the privilege of hearing the guests' stories and the opportunity to help with their visibility. We highlight the diverse range of challenges and changes the guests have faced, including health challenges, career changes, and embracing change at a later age. They also mention some achievements of the podcast, such as reaching 10,000 listeners in the first three months and charting in the top 50 for entrepreneurship podcasts.</p> <br /></p> Takeaways</p> -Creating content for businesses and amplifying online presence can be simple.</p> -Small business owners have fascinating stories and adventures.</p> -Embracing change at a later age is possible and inspiring.-The podcast has achieved milestones and recognition.</p> -The hosts are grateful for the opportunity to hear and share their guests' stories.</p>

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Are you in the right environment for success? | The small business podcast

It can make so much difference if you are..</p> Ensuring that you are in the right environment for success is how you make sure that you will achieve the success that you want.</p> Full show notes further down...</p> <br /></p> This is a bonus episode of 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | The Small Business Podcast. We hope that you enjoy it..</p> <br /></p> 💛Learn more about building your online ecosystem.👉<a href="https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/so-you-want-to-create-an-online-ecosystem/" rel="noopener noreferer" target="_blank">https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/so-you-want-to-create-an-online-ecosystem/</a></p> <br /></p> 💛Get our newsletter in your inbox</p> 👉<a href="https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/" rel="noopener noreferer" target="_blank">https://www.yellowtuxedo.co.uk/stay-in-touch/</a></p> <br /></p> Have fun always..</p> <br /></p> Emily & Alan 💛</p> <br /></p> Thanks for watching: Are you in the right environment for success? | The small business podcast</p> <br /></p> Step right up, because the spotlight is on the fabulous humans within the world of small business in the ultimate small business podcast! </p> <br /></p> 🎪 Digital Circus LIFE | Small Business Podcasts</p> <br /></p> #DigitalCircusLife #SmallBusinessStories #EntrepreneurialJourneys #SmallBusinessPodcast #PodcastForSmallBusinessOwners</p> <br /></p> SHOW NOTES 👇</p> <br /></p> In this conversation, Emily and Alan discuss the importance of environment for success and achieving goals. They share personal examples of how their environment has impacted their work and business, including welcoming clients into their home and hosting masterminds at their dining table. They emphasise the need to create an environment that is conducive to success, whether it's a home office, a co-working space, or even a cluttered dining room table. They also highlight the power of evergreen content and the importance of connecting with like-minded individuals in your environment.</p> <br /></p> Takeaways</p> - Create an environment that is conducive to success and achieving goals.</p> - Your environment can impact your productivity and mindset.</p> - Evergreen content can have a long-lasting impact and attract new clients.</p> - Surround yourself with like-minded individuals who support and inspire you.</p> - Your environment doesn't have to be perfect or fancy; it just needs to work for you.</p>

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