🎉 FINAL EPISODE 🎉 ** What I've Learned from publishing 100 Episodes of the Inside Kingston™ Podcast ** So, here we are, the final episode of the the Inside Kingston™ Podcast, and I still can't quite believe it. When I first started this show, I wasn't sure if I was going to make it to episode 10. And when I listen back to the first few episodes, the absolutely cringeworthy performance I gave makes it all the more impressive that you - my wonderful listeners - have stuck with me this far. Thank you to each and every one of our special guests on this show, it truly has been a pleasure hosting this podcast and getting a chance to learn from the stories and insights of all sorts of fascinating people. No doubt many of our guests are people I would have met with for other reasons, but I'm convinced that the podcast interview had a much different effect on how I related to them. You know, most people acknowledge that networking – that is, creating a fabric of personal contacts to provide support, feedback, insight, and resources – is an essential activity for small business owners. Well it was with this in mind that I launched the Inside Kingston™ Podcast in 2019. The idea was to create a show that would allow me to connect with the business community here in Kingston, telling the stories of successful business owners, experienced professionals, entrepreneurs and community leaders based here in the region. The aim of the show has always been about highlighting these people, their businesses, and what they're doing in the community – bringing you an awareness about what they do and why they do it. In short, the goal was to get to know folks in our local business community, forge professional connections and friendships, and hopefully - in my own small way - create a platform to strengthen the business community in and around Kingston. So, to celebrate having interviewed 100 local business owners in the Kingston community, I thought it would be good to look back and review some of the lessons I've learned from them. Bye for now! 😊👍   ~ YOUR HOST ~  Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima. I'm a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston. As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.   ~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~ If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch. I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating. We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I'm joined today by Justin Cooper. Justin is the co-founder and general manager of Community Motors, a motor vehicle social enterprise aiming to serve the local community whilst creating opportunities for young people and those from disadvantaged groups. What's unique about Community Motors is how all profits are ploughed back into the organisation, allowing them to provide more services to their customers whilst offering young people the chance to gain real-world experience in a professional working environment.  And be sure to listen to the end, where Justin shares with us a generous offer to help you ensure your car is safe and winter ready. So whether you're interested in knowing more about the world of community interest companies or would like to know more about what it takes to run a successful independent business, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ Podcast.   ~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~ Community Motors - Website   ~ YOUR HOST ~  Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima. I'm a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston. As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.   ~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~ If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch. I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating. We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I'm joined today by Debby Penton. Debby is the MD of Wildfire PR, a tech PR agency delivering high-impact campaigns that build market awareness, engage target audiences and drive sales for tech businesses. What's unique about Debby is her understanding of the importance of stories, going beyond simply listing features and functionality in order to really engage her client's customers. And be sure to listen to the end, where Debby shares with us some helpful tips on building a PR strategy in your own firm. So whether you're interested in knowing more about the world of tech PR or would like to know more about what it takes to run a successful independent business, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ Podcast.   ~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~ Wildfire PR - Website   ~ YOUR HOST ~  Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima. I'm a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston. As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.   ~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~ If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch. I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating. We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I'm joined today by Paul Millard. Paul is the owner of Paul Millard Design, providing architectural design and project management services across a variety of sectors. What's unique about Paul is his unorthodox entry into architecture, which he switched into while studying electrical engineering at university. And be sure to listen to the end, where Paul shares with us some helpful tips on what to think about before embarking on your next home improvement project. So whether you're interested in knowing more about the world of architectural design or would like to know more about what it takes to run a successful independent business, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ Podcast.   ~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~ Paul Millard Design - Website   ~ YOUR HOST ~  Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima. I'm a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston. As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.   ~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~ If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch. I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating. We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I'm joined today by Andrea Okos. Andrea is registered nutritional therapist and the founder of Whole Harmony Wellbeing Centre, offering a range of treatments and therapies designed to promote better health and well-being for our client. What's unique about Andrea is how she's brought together the knowledge and experience of our team of specialists in alternative medicines to create her own business.   And be sure to listen to the end, where Andrea shares with us how she herself moved away from a stressful corporate career once she discovered the benefits that functional medicine and holistic treatments had in her own life.  So whether you're interested in knowing more about the world of alternative medicines and wellbeing treatments or would like to know more about what it takes to run a successful independent business, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ Podcast.   ~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~ Whole Harmony Wellbeing Centre - Website   ~ YOUR HOST ~  Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima. I'm a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston. As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.   ~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~ If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch. I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating. We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I'm joined today by Nick Tudor. Nick is the senior skipper at Turks River Cruises, a 310 year old, family run, Thames river boat company. What's unique about Nick is how he pivoted from an electrical engineering degree to following his passion for being on the water, first by becoming a divemaster, and then by working his way to earning his boatmasters' licence.  And be sure to listen to the end, where Nick shares with us some tips on how you can enjoy our stretch of the River Thames too. So whether you're interested in knowing more about the world of river cruises or would like to know more about what it takes to run a successful independent business, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ Podcast.   ~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~ Turks River Cruises - Website   ~ YOUR HOST ~  Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima. I'm a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston. As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.   ~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~ If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch. I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating. We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I'm joined today by Anna Chaudhry. Anna is the owner of Surbiton Tutor, offering private tuition for pupils in KS1 to KS4. What's unique about Anna is her emphasis on the importance of family engagement in education, and her methodology of encouraging students to build their ability and fluency in a subject through small, manageable steps.  And be sure to listen to the end, where Anna shares with us how she's inspired to continue to support children to achieve a safe, strong and successful life.  So whether you're interested in knowing more about the world of private tutors, or would like to know more about what it takes to run a successful independent business, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ Podcast.   ~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~ Surbiton Tutor - Instagram   ~ YOUR HOST ~  Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima. I'm a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston. As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.   ~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~ If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch. I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating. We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I'm joined today by Tal Maginelle. Tal is the owner of The Cheeky Pea, serving up delicious, homemade, middle eastern food right here in Kingston. What's unique about Tal is how her take on customer service is emphasised by training her team to really make their customers really feel at home.   And be sure to listen to the end, where Tal shares with us how her travels around the world inspired her to create a place where she could share with us the food and recipes that she grew up with.   So whether you're interested in knowing more about the world of small independent restaurants, or would like to know more about what it takes to run a successful independent business, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ Podcast.   ~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~ The Cheeky Pea - Website   ~ YOUR HOST ~  Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima. I'm a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston. As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.   ~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~ If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch. I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating. We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I'm joined today by Andrea Biggs. Andrea is the Chief Executive of Balance, a small but growing organisation providing a range of services to vulnerable people, that are designed to promote their independence and quality of life. What's unique about Andrea is how her own life experience, through growing up with a brother who has a disability, fueled her passion for pursuing a career in social care and empowering people with learning disabilities. And be sure to listen to the end, where Andrea shares with us how you can support the organisation and help people with learning disabilities and mental health issues in our local community. So whether you're interested in knowing more about the world of social services or would like to know more about what it takes to run a successful independent business, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ Podcast.   ~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~ Balance - Website   ~ YOUR HOST ~  Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima. I'm a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston. As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.   ~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~ If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch. I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating. We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

I'm joined today by Sally Bocquet. Sally is the owner of The Video Message Company, creating surprise video gifts for special celebrations. What's unique about Sally is how she leverages her 20+ years' of experience in media, including working on TV shows like Blind Date and the Big Breakfast, in order to bring people together for those special occasions throughout creating a truly special and timeless gift. And be sure to listen to the end, where Sally shares with us some tips on what to say when creating your own video message. So whether you're interested in knowing more about the world of video gifts or would like to know more about what it takes to run a successful independent business, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ Podcast.   ~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~ The Video Message Company - Facebook   ~ YOUR HOST ~  Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima. I'm a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston. As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.   ~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~ If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch. I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating. We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.