Fabulous podcast with Priti Joseph, founder of A Little Big Kid, subscription snack box service. We learn some incredible and some shocking facts and advice surrounding kids nutrition that really will make you stop in your tracks. Priti shares a journey some of us know very well, how she has built a business while on mat leave, and how she also manages to build this business while working full time in a corporate role. In this episode we discuss: - How hard it is to find healthy snacks for kids that are the right size for a growing child - How Priti has created a service to make healthy snacks more accessible - The crazy fact that 1 in 3 children will be overweight by the time they finish primary school, and Priti's recommendations - We learn the small starting blocks Priti started with to launch her business - How she balances corporate world, building a business, and looking after a newborn - How important it is to be educated in what is in the food that we are feeding our kids - How convenience, takeaways, fast food, being less active and our busy lives is impacting the health of our kids - We find out it can take kids up to 15 times of trying something to finally find they like it, and why we should persevere - We discuss that 1 in 4 kids lives in food poverty and Priti's boxes support St Marks Meals, they provide meal kits for schools. https://alittlebigkid.com/ Instagram

Streamlining for success with Business support expert Caroline Marshall, founder of virtual assistant agency Upsource, providing expert outsourced business and lifestyle support for busy people, and podcast host of bump to business owner podcaster for business women and mums. This podcast is full of amazing advice and tips that you can implement straight away... its a goldmine so make sure you get a pen and paper ready!! How to set your set up for success for 2024 when you're feeling the pressure to do all the things. How to be more efficient so you don't reach burn out. what you'll learn in this episode: - If you should set new years resolutions? - Why networking is so key to the start up journey - Why you should reach out to friends and old colleagues first - Why leading from a heart centred space will get you further - Why choosing the right clients and the right staff is sooo critical to your business success - Caroline addresses the uncertainty that her clients are having given the climate we are - How Caroline feels AI will impact our businesses and her own business - How to streamline if you're a busy overwhelmed mum who also manages a business - Why delegation to others in the home/ family is a game changer - When unsubscribing from emails can help your mental health and mindset - Could you outsource some of the personal admin, like school stuff, birthdays, school meals, uniforms, dentist, etc etc ?? - How to manage your calendar to optimise your week and success - How you should add a little bit of time in your calendar for you to get bit of a better balance - Why you should do something that sparks joy - Make sure you have the right tech stack to support your business - Why reorganising your calendar to suit your life is key - Having an OOO day once a month - Learn when is the best time to start outsourcing... - And what you could outsource first - Why you should maybe outsource personal admin before business admin Upsource Bump to Business Owner Podcast Instagram Upsource Instagram My podcast episode with Caroline - Bump to Business Owner

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WIKI BITE SIZE What a fabulous way to kick off the New Year than with a heap of tips and takeaways to help us hit the ground running from Personal Brand Coach, Nicky Raby. Nicky helps business owners create a life and business that works for them - across all industries and sectors. Nicky helps you see what lights you up, helps you listen to your instinct, and will help you design and deliver a new business model, including comms, sales and how to package their offering. January can be a big time for growth, goals, resolutions and transitions, which can be very scary, and very exciting. If you're feeling a bit daunted, know that change is afoot but maybe you're not sure yet about your vision, or purpose...follow this advice. The nuggets of wisdom shared are things you can think about implementing right away. For example... Get your body moving in the day - even if its just for 15 mins Try to give yourself this time alone, no earphones, podcast, music. be present to hear your own thoughts and figure things out. How to work smarter and not harder What is a career portfolio and why this could be good for you Could a reset help you move forward Set you vision for the next six months, not the next six years Meditation, running or other time spent alone will help you sit with your feelings and get clearer on the picture/ vision Nicky Raby⁠ Instagram @nickyraby

This was such a fascinating episode with the fabulous Reiki healer, Wellbeing and Intuition Coach, Florence Lacroix - owner of Your Path. Florence and I have known each other for a long time and knew we had a super special connection from the get go, we are "soul family" - listen in find out what that means and discover who might be in your soul family. Florence, once a school teacher by trade, and now a forest school owner is super connected to nature, and passionate and focussed on empowering women to discover what they are called to do, to help them rise. Through sister circles, reiki, meditation and intuition programmes, Florence now supports women to tune into their heart, to heal themselves, to fall in love with themselves again...and to create a heart centred life where you live in alignment with your calling and life's purpose. In this episode you will.... Discover why we should reconnect with nature and how by deepening our sacred connection to nature we can can reconnect with ourselves and in doing so create a healthier happier planet. Learn how Florence reconnected to her spirituality, something she had buried for years, why she had tried to ignore it, and how embracing this side of herself has transformed her life and career. Learn how powerful women are, and how we can do incredible things and create magic when we come together. Discover the words that have been removed from the dictionary, such as OTTER!! and what words have replaced them. And why this is significant. Learn how reiki can heal chronic and physical illnesses as well as emotional distress and how reiki works. Learn what is a Mystery School and how this will help you dive into your personal intuition. What are our shadow parts and how can we get rid of them. Why the practice of daily meditation and journalling are a non negotiable for Flo and how this has changed her world. Why you should slow down, nurture, trust and pause, listen to the call of your heart, and how this will help you pay more attention to the small things and how this makes your life become more meaningful and full of purpose. Learn why we should reconnect, allow ourselves to be called home, what the benefits are... and how we will make our lives count. Through her coaching, Florence guides women to access their heart centre, how to listen and how to act upon what comes up, to then understand what small steps and soul led actions you can take today to lead to huge change. One of my favourite episodes so far, and by far! Contact Florence on instagram - @to_your_path Online - https://www.toyourpath.com/services Mentions: Tracey Stevens - https://www.instagram.com/thehealingpoint._

What an amazing episode with our fabulous Wiki Biz Member, Hypnotherapist, Hannah Youell. In this episode we learn how you can cure yourself of life long afflictions and phobias such as flying, or deep water, through to changing the whole trajectory of your life. This might be overcoming how you feel about yourself, any limiting beliefs, comparison-itis, imposter syndrome, overcoming your anxiety and how you feeling about your self worth. Hannah answers the questions... What's the difference between Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy. How it all works, whats happening in the brain when you're hypnotised. What is subconscious programming and what are neural pathways. What to expect from hypnotherapy and the sessions. If the hypnotherapist will make you behave like a chicken! Hannah explains the different styles of hypnotherapy used in her sessions and how she tailors the session to each person, and why some techniques work better for some people than others. If you have ever felt like learning more about hypnotherapy, or want to remove blocks from your life, be it phobias, limiting beliefs...you can contact Hannah on: Instagram: High.vibe.hypno Web: https://www.integrativehypnotherapy.co.uk/

Really loved chatting to my lovely friend and insta colleague Stacie Swift in todays episode. Stacie is a mum of 3 and a very established illustrator and wellbeing advocate, who, by the way has amassed a following of over 270,000 fans on instagram. Having created a super successful line of greetings cards, wholesaling in recognisable venues like Paperchase and Scribbler, Stacie went on to create a family and to pursue new goals in freelance commissions, and became an author of two self help books and journals. Her story is inspirational. Stacie reminds us that we should never take no for an answer in business, that resilience and relentless graft, teamed with a tried and tested processes, yields fabulous results, when you give it time. She also shows us that you can pivot, even when business is doing really well, and that when family priorities change, it's ok to make brave changes in business. We also learn how showing your vulnerability and leaning into your own heartfelt and sometimes challenging life experiences can create enormous connection with your community and how this can lead to a whole new level of creativity and propel your business in the most unexpected ways. They always say that working in your area of passion is where you will succeed, and Stacies work resonates and connects so deeply with the audience that it no wonder she thrives in this space. Stacies illustrations have been shared across the globe virally time and time again. And while all this sounds amazing and glamorous, we also hear about the challenges faced in her journey, how its not always a bed of roses, how mental health takes its toll and why continually showing up for yourself from a self care and business perspective, will pay off. As mums of three kids, we also get valuable tips from Stacie about how to spend wisely, save money and yet still have a magical Christmas. It's a great listen, grab a cuppa and settle in. Loved this conversation and could have gone on for hours. Please visit Stacie at @stacieswift and https://www.stacieswift.com/ Her books are also here! Go see... You Are Postively Awesome The Positively Awesome Journal

Our fabulous guest this week is Natalie Schofield, Social Media Manager and Networking Queen of Ampthill, and proud co-owner of the recently launched Graze Kitchen. This awesome episode will give you a real lift. Nat's energy is sooo good, you'll feel it through the sound waves. This episode is packed with encouragement to any woman out there realising that she has a lot of skills and talents to offer the commercial world. Nat is walking proof that returning to work post kids, despite all the odds, is EXACTLY what some women need to reenergise and fill themselves up, so that they can be the best they can be for their families. Nats rich and multifaceted career, followed by her own business growth - Beenoticedsocialmedia, and Beesocial... and now cafe ownership, are examples of how you can put her skills and talents to amazing use in many different industries. You do not have to be pigeon holed to be a success. And don't forget to stay til the end Instagrammers as Nat gives her her top tips for success on instagram, and what to expect in 2024. With huge thanks to our amazing sponsors www.autism.unravelled.com

Our lovely guest today is Gill, also known as Jam Jar Gill. Gill is an eco influencer, Holistic Health Podcaster and a Content and Communications specialist, supporting small businesses at JJG Creative. In todays episode you'll learn: - How to apply some self care in the school holidays - Tips to start the holidays in a calm and organised way - Why sticking to a routine helps you and the kids - How to spot post natal anxiety and how you can get the support and help you need - How insomnia is linked to anxiety - What is sleep CBT, and how having a strict bedtime routine helps - How to avoid getting into debt at Christmas and birthdays - How to make the pound stretch further - Why finding community and life purpose is the first step to finding holistic healing - Learn about Gill's journey from being hooked on prescribed medication to holistic healing - What is a Joy List - Why you should move your body for 30 mins a day, is this a better option to the gym for some of us? - Whats a blue zone and how can we live to over 100 years old? (See the netflix doc) Find Gill at: Jam Jar Gill Listen to her Holistic Health Podcast here Instagram @jamjargill

Our guest today is fabulous Jessamine Hislop, founder of Little Pickles Markets - a franchise of nearly new sales in the West country but gradually spreading through the country. Jessamine is champion for sustainability and eco focussed living. Her business creates a circular economy, benefits community and the planet. She is also a mum of five and has learnt how to balance life, home, motherhood and entrepreneurship, and is here to share her tips and advice with us today. In this episode you'll hear: - Why its important to think about the planet - How we are overconsuming - Are we overbuying/ over polluting - How we can live more sustainably and avoid waste - How to make eco friendly choices for your family - Whats wrong with single plastic use, what can we do? - Should we use Amazon? - Can we change the culture around gifting and buying brand new? - Can you pay for Christmas through selling what you have? - Is there something in kids costume swap shops? Also... - Advice on managing a big family - How to get your older kids to pull their weight and take some responsibility - If we should let the children learn from their own mistakes - How to manage your own sanity and mental health With thanks to Charlecote Park who have a fabulous halloween trail, pack, and pumpkin party display this half term: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/warwickshire/charlecote-park/events/5ebd2e0a-bfa0-4321-9d37-a7e17b9cc12a And to Helen and Toni from boutique Independent Financial Advisor firm Iron Wealth Management - the team you need in your life to navigate all your financial planning and decision making from creating a will, to refinancing, investments and mortgages. www.ironwealth.co.uk FB: https://www.facebook.com/ironwealthuk/ Helen Yip https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-yip-a2591b74/ Tony Yip https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-yip-222a3129/