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Imagine growing up on a council estate in Manchester, attending a school ranked one of the worst in the UK, with parents who fled their home country to build a new life.
From this unlikely starting point, Claire Hoang was encouraged by a teacher to pursue her dream of working in TV, and against the odds, Claire worked her way up to a role as a social media specialist at ITV Studios via the BBC, Dentsu Aegis and Thomas Cook Airlines.
Sheās here to share the rollercoaster ride that saw her face redundancies, contracts ending unexpectedly and taking time out for maternity leave. Itās a story of how challenges can become opportunities and how a Ā£40 face cream saved the day.
Tune in to hear:
[00:21] Dive into the twists and turns of Claireās rollercoaster career journey.
[01:14] Discover how Claire pursued her dream career against the odd
[02:15] Claireās top strategies to stay prepared for unexpected redundancy.
[04:52] Why hitting the restart button could be the best career move.
[06:59] Hear the powerful takeaway that Claire carries with her.
[08:20] The motto that keeps Claire driven and inspired every day.
Hit play now and prepare to be inspired! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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Ever feel like balancing your career, family, and dreams of starting your own business is impossible?
And after struggling to juggle a corporate job with small kids, Erika Robinson made a bold move ā she waved her job goodbye to corporate life and launched her own business.
But just months after opening Picnic, her childrenās play centre, the pandemic hit. š³
Fast forward, and not only is Erika running a successful and growing business, but she's also back in the corporate world, thriving as the UK general manager of Constant Contact. š
How does she manage it all? And what lessons has she learned along the way?Hereās why you need to tune in š§
Be inspired by a woman who is winning at managing it all ā a successful side hustle, fulfilling corporate job, marriage and motherhood ā and hear Erikaās advice if youāre looking to do the same. Plus, discover the fab free tool Constant Contact has developed that every business owner looking to generate leads needs.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:41] The rollercoaster of starting a business during the pandemic.
[06:07] How launching a business can actually help boost your corporate career.
[08:49] How Constant Contact can take your business to the next level.
[12:52] How Erika generated leads in her own business using Constant Contact.
[16:54] What lessons has Erika learned while balancing it all?
Ready to feel inspired? Press play now. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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"Wear the shoes, buy the tickets, do the stuff, make the memories."
This isn't just a catchy mantra for Michelle Betts ā itās the philosophy that has carried her through lifeās biggest decisions, including two major career breaks.
Following a decade at the same company, Michelle dared to take the leap and start her own social media consultancy.
And after being named āThe Most Influential Woman on Social Media in the UKā, sheās proof that bold moves can lead to incredible success.
š§ Why you should tune in
If youāre dreaming of becoming your own boss but canāt seem to find the courage to hit "send" on that resignation letter, Michelleās story is exactly the inspiration you need. She opens up about the fears sheās faced, how she overcame them, and the unexpected moments ā such as a celebrity encounter ā that have fueled her journey.
What to listen out for:
Hereās what to listen out for:
[03:01] Whatās the greatest fear around taking a career break?
[05:30] Michelleās social media successes and Zooplaās Property Power 100 List.
[08:10] How Michelle started her social media consultancy.
[11:04] What fears and doubts arise when starting a business and how do you overcome them?
[14:26] Hear about a celebrity meet-up and how it inspired Michelleās novel.
[16:09] Why Michelle called her business By Jove Media.
[17:31] The motto Michelle lives by.
Could social media open the door to a flexible career youāve been looking for? If you want to strike out on your own, Michelleās story is for you.
Press play now. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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Itās Q4 of 2024, and weāre in the golden quarter! š
Itās when peeps like to flash their cash thanks to events such as Diwali, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Christmas, making it a prime time for both product- and service-based businesses alike.
But because itās so easy to get stuck in the daily grind working in your business ā particularly during peak periods ā this episode is perfectly timed to remind you to work on your business too, especially if you want to look beyond Q4 and make 2025 the year you slay your business goals.
If you havenāt got a clue where to start or the thought of planning for next month, let alone next year, sends you running for the hills, weāve got your back. šŖš½
Business strategist Charelle Griffith is here to help you plan like a pro.
Hereās why you need to tune in š§
Discover the vital step youāve got to take if you want your plans to be effective, what KPIs you need to track so you can see what is and isnāt working (and what KPIs are if youāre scratching your head), plus the strategies you can implement to set you up for success in 2025.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[00:59] Why you need an annual plan for your business.
[06:06] What planning software should you use?
[08:21] Are you making offers at the best time for your customers or clients?
[12:33] Are you working out the actual number of days you have available to work?
[16:54] Why you need to capture wins along the way.
[20:37] What KPIs should you be recording?
[30:55] Donāt wait until 1 January 2025 to get started.
š Ready to get set for 2025? Check out Charelleās blueprint for business success now. Enjoy! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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Have you ever faced redundancy? Itās one of those moments that can feel like the rug is being pulled out from under you, but it can also open up a whole world of new possibilities!
For Anna Ison, leaving a job she loved after 20 years became a gateway to a whole new, exciting chapter ā working as a social media manager from the comfort of home. š»āØ
But whatās life really like as a social media manager? How does Anna juggle clients, craft engaging content, and help businesses thrive?
š§ Why you need to listen
If youāve ever considered taking the plunge into life as a social media manager, nowās your chance to get the lowdown! Anna shares her journey, plus insider tips on what it takes to succeed in this flexible, fast-paced career. From mastering video content to AI secrets, this episode is packed with insights you wonāt want to miss. š„
0:00 How Annaās social media journey began.
3:07 The most common social media challenges businesses face (and how Anna solves them like a pro!).
4:31 What content is working for businesses right now?
6:37 Nervous about going on camera? Hear top tricks to help you shine on video.
8:39 A sneak peek into Annaās Instagram Business Masterclass.
13:23 Is social media management the career for you? Anna spills the beans.
15:12 Anna and Joyās thoughts on AI & ChatGPT and how you can leverage them for content magic. š¤āØ
š Ready to revamp your career?
Tune in to get the tools, tips, and motivation to make the leap into social media management. Enjoy! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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There was a time when requesting to work from home (WFH) was like asking for the moon.
But once the pandemic hit and working from home became a necessity, we said hello to a diary full of Zoom meetings and saw nooks and crannies of our home become our workspace (thank you garden shed).
Of course, working from home has become the norm for women as they juggle work around illness, childcare or looking after an elderly parent, but one woman is intent on making the homeworking experience a whole lot better. āØ
Louise Goss created The Homeworker, a digital platform and printed magazine, after her career was interrupted, first by emigrating to Australia and then again by returning to the UK and having children. And because she couldnāt find a job that worked around her kids, she created her own. š©āš»
So, how has she made this a success?
Hereās why you need to tune in š§
In this episode, we tap into Louiseās expertise as a former broadcast journalist to gain top tips on camera confidence (because no one needs to be looking up your nose in a Zoom meeting!!!), and we also hear how Louise has monetised her magazine to create a revenue stream and a community of loyal fans.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:21] How emigrating to Australia sparked a business idea.
[06:53] Working from home is not shirking from home.
[11:30] Realising an idea.
[16;40] Top tips for being confident on camera.
[26;52] How to monetise a magazine.
Donāt take another Zoom meeting without popping in your AirPods for this. Enjoy! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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āI looked around and found that in the increasing busyness of life, people were, while being in almost constant communication, losing connection with others.ā
ā Amita Dinmore
Do you have a powerful vision brewing? A dream thatās been percolating away for ages?
When Amita Dinmore was inspired to trade in her teaching career for a bigger purpose ā opening a community cafĆ© in Hazelwood, Derbyshire ā her vision wasnāt just her own. It was exactly what the local Parish Council had been dreaming of, too.
With no prior business experience, Amita turned her passion into reality. Today, her cafĆ© isnāt just a place to grab a coffeeāitās a safe haven for the lonely, a supporter of local artisans, and a hub where people of all ages come together to volunteer and find purpose.
Hereās why you need to tune in
Amita shares tips, advice, and lessons from her journey. Whether you're dreaming of starting a cafĆ©, launching a community space, or simply chasing your own dream, you wonāt want to miss this one.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[04:42] Do you truly value yourself?
[05:32] What helped Amita set up the cafƩ?
[08:25] Hard-earned lessons from building a community hub.
[11:14] Why writing down your vision changes everything.
[13:54] What to do (and avoid) if you want to create a successful cafƩ or community space.
[14:44] Whatās next for The Well-Kitchen?
Got a dream youād love to achieve? Are you ready to do what you can with what you have and trust that itās all going to work out? ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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Whether you're a knitting ninja or a paintbrush prodigy, YouTube is THE place to share your creativity! But how do you turn your creative skills into a thriving channel? š§¶āØ
Meet Anya Johnson, a crochet queen building a YouTube channel to supplement her income while she makes time to look after her grandchild.
From her colourful āGranieā Squares to her cosy, rainbow-bright Confidence Cardigan, Anyaās channel is a go-to for vibrant inspiration and crafty know-how. But sheās not just sharing her art ā sheās building a business and creating a community. š
And having proved that she can master YouTube, Anya has taken on tech challenge after tech challenge by launching her own crochet course and self-publishing a book on Amazon (whoop!).
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:28] The power of YouTube for creative crafters and makers.
[06:06] Do this to get comfortable on camera.
[07:41] Self-publishing on Amazon.
[08:30] Creating a fun Confidence Cardigan.
[09:44] The Sunflower Effect.
[20;39] How to make Shorts work for YOU.
So, if youāre still procrastinating about starting a YouTube channel and want to follow in Anyaās creative footsteps, press play now. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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What do you do if youāve been out of work for a while, especially if your confidence is in freefall because you feel too old for the job market?
Sarah Glassey says she felt like she wasnāt just in a pickle after being out of work for nine months, but āstuck in a whole vat of pickles in a factoryā. And with the stress and some major ANTs (automatic negative thoughts) making their presence felt ā āIām too old,ā and āI donāt have the right skillsā ā life was not going Sarahās way. š¬
So, how did she turn things around?
Hereās why you need to tune in
Sarah didnāt just lean into adding social media skills to her CV to land herself a new job. She discovered a whole heap of tools ā including one from a 1980s advert for a chocolate bar and another from the film Cocktail ā that have given her back her sense of self-worth and helped her get promoted.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:50] The stress of not knowing what to do next.
[06:50] Looking at things differently.
[10:31] What to do when you donāt have all the skills for a job.
[18:34] How do you go after a promotion?
[21:54] Do a skills inventory.
[24:30] How are you talking to yourself?
[27:10] The power of 5,4,3,2,1.
[28:54] Coughlinās law.
[35:15] Are you too old or not too old yet?
So, if youāre stuck in a rut and donāt know what to do next or want to get back to work in a role you love, this episode is for you. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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What have you done recently outside your role as a partner, parent or professional? A guilt-free activity that is purely about having fun and leaves you saying, āI canāt believe I just did thatā?
If youāre like most women, chances are you are prioritising everyone but yourself.
But author Eve Rodsky believes that carving out time to explore the gifts, talents and interests that make you you is a necessity if you want to live a happier, more fulfilled life.
But how do you do that, how do you communicate that to those around you, and how do you get over the guilt and shame?
Hereās why you need to tune in
In this interview from the archives, Eve unpacks what a Unicorn Space is and describes her own failed attempt to find one using a Post-It note during the pandemic. She explores the communication styles of our CEO Joy and her husband Tim to demonstrate how you can have high cognition, low emotion conversations that let you implement boundaries and systems to ensure you have time for what Eve calls ādaily flourishingā.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[01:00] What is Unicorn Space about?
[04:04] What is a Unicorn Space?
[08:33] The āUnavailableā Post-It note.
[10:33] There is a formula for thriving.
[14:14] What is your communication style?
[21:26] What is your partnerās communication style?
[27:35] How do you communicate with yourself?
[35:09] Is Unicorn Space only for the privileged?
So, what will you do outside your role as a partner, parent or professional? Email us at [email protected] and let us know. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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ā Trigger warning: this episode touches on domestic abuse. If you are affected by any of the issues raised, head to TechPixies.com for details of organisations that can offer support.
How do you build a business when you canāt put your face or name online?
That was the reality for Mimi Glenn, who, having escaped domestic abuse, was found every time she was resettled and tried to go for a new job or re-establish her business.
Mimi realised she needed a business that wouldn't be disrupted if she needed to move.
And thanks to the skills she gained through her training at TechPixies, she now runs a thriving digital marketing consultancy business.
But when you canāt put your face or even your real name out into the world for fear of being found again, how do you engage with clients and build a reputable brand?
Hereās why you need to tune in
Mimi joins Joy for a brave discussion about the steps she took to protect her safety while running her business, how the TechPixies community has provided her with a safe, supportive space to reaffirm her skills, and how sheās structured her business. Plus, hear about the incredible charity Mimi is creating for those who have experienced domestic and sexual abuse and need help to set up their businesses safely online.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:44] How do you build a business without being visible online?
[06:41] How do you post on social media when you donāt want to be visible?
[10:21] How have you structured your business?
[14:09] If youāre working for free, do this.
[22:49} Always have a contract in place.
[26:30] The impact of TechPixies.
[31:01] Support Mimiās charity for women looking for support after domestic abuse.
Thereās so much to take away from this episode, so press play now and be inspired.
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Redundancy, death of a parent, separation and divorce. š«Ø
If you were faced with all three in the space of a year, would you dive back under the duvet and retreat from the world, or would you hit the reset button?
For Kathryn Conway, lifeās lemons offered a chance to reassess the path she was walking through life, and it led her to the door of TechPixies.
Drawn to the caring sense of community and the effervescence of founder Joy Foster, this is the story of how a journey that started with upskilling in social media led to Kathryn becoming TechPixiesā copywriter and funnel builder, getting to see the inside of a business she is passionate about.
Hereās why you need to tune in
From Kathrynās favourite TechPixies āJoyismsā to how the life-changing DreamBuilderĀ® Program helped her process her divorce, this episode is a testament to the strength found in the shared experiences of a supportive community and the power of āthis or something greater stillā.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:08] TechPixies finds you when you need it most.
[05:47] Keep your eyes on your own boat.
[13:03] How Kathryn got her job at TechPixies.
[19:12] Being allowed to thrive.
[27:39] Learning to forgive through the DreamBuilderĀ® Program.
[31:10] This or something greater still.
[35:41] Trusting your gut instinct.
If youāre feeling stuck about the direction you should take next in life or need a reminder of whatās possible when you simply say yes to investing in yourself, this is the episode for you.
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āWe donāt wait until all our teeth have fallen out to go to the dentist. So why do we wait until weāre in crisis to deal with our mental health?ā š¤·
This is just one of the brilliant nuggets dropped by Kathryn Cettina, who jumped onto the Sparkle and Thrive Podcast to chat about MYNDUP, a platform that aims to ensure mental health care and wellbeing in the workplace is proactive, not just reactive.
Because for too long employees have waited until theyāre in crisis to seek help, and once they reach out, they often discover theyāre not at the right level of crisis to warrant treatment. š¤Æ
Hereās why you need to tune in
Learn how MYNDUP is plugging a gap in the market for timely care across a range of specialisms delivered by qualified professionals. Hear about the criteria you need to meet to become a MYNDUP coach or therapist and start spreading the word to your HR department or pals in workplaces around the globe.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[00:55] What is MYNDUP?
[02:01] The health crisis that sparked the need for MYNDUP.
[04:52] Removing barriers to mental health care.
[09:10] Is it possible to become a MYNDUP coach?
[13:52] What can you get help with on the app?
To learn more, press play now ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
Letās spread the word and make mental health care accessible for everyone!
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You need to pull on a pair of brave pants if youāre serious about making some major shifts in your life. But once youāve got some tools in your locker, those shifts neednāt be as scary as you first imagine.
Just ask Clare Learoyd. šŖ
Forced to pivot from a plan for face-to-face to online Pilates classes as the Pandemic took hold, Clare Learoyd has gone from feeling afraid of social media to a complete shift in mindset about what sheās capable of. š§
Clare says making micro changes and their ripple effect has enabled her to go after her dream job with the RNLI and create an online business that means she wonāt be having to āhook her knickers her foot to get them on when sheās 90ā. š
Hereās why you need to tune in
Hear how TechPixies has helped Clare change her life and how the mindset tips and tricks sheās picked up benefit not just Clare but her daughter, too. Plus, discover what happens when you get out of autopilot and start creating a vision and practising daily gratitude.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[00:45] The words you use matter.
[03:22] The power of pilates for pelvic floor.
[05:18] The history of pilates.
[10:31] Feeling afraid of social media.
[12:27] Getting to where you want to be.
[15:54] Landing the dream job.
[18:06] The Brave Thinking Activation Tool.
[21:57] Donāt worry about the how.
[23:28] Write a gratitude journal.
And if youāre keen to improve your health and wellbeing, Clareās online Pilates classes could be just what youāre looking for. Press play now and sign up to her classes here. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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We all want to spend time doing the things we love most.
But commitments ā job, family, home ā often keep us rooted in the same daily grind.
For Helen Baker, whoās chosen to go after her ultimate dream of having the time freedom to sail around the world with her partner aboard a yacht, this podcast episode reveals the steps Helenās taken to make this dream a reality faster than she thought possible. āµ
From mindset shifts and creating a marketing consultancy business that allows her to work with clients anywhere she can find an internet connection to fixing up a boat that will become her floating home from home, Helen is well on the way to achieving the vision she crafted for her life. š
Hereās why you need to tune in
Come and hear the work that Helen is doing to ensure she and her partner are sipping Champagne in the sun on their yacht asap, and why creating scaffolding images and surrounding herself with Partners in Believing are key. And discover how Helen is using the techniques sheās learnt in our DreamBuilderĀ® Program to help her clients realise their dreams.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[00:54] Making a mindset shift.
[03:26] Creating more time freedom.
[08:04] When stepping back is a good thing.
[10:59] Collapsing time.
[14:10] How to weather the storms of life.
[19:36] Do you have Partners in Believing?
[21:23] Working in an area youāre passionate about.
[28:16] Donāt let people say you canāt do it.
Helen is proof that that doing the work works. So, what dreams would you love to make a reality? Press play and find out whatās possible. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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A car park full of sticky notes? Say what? š¤
Youāll have to tune in to find out exactly what our guest Helz Jones means by this, but letās just say that itās a genius trick for capturing dreams and goals.
Because if youāre anything like Helz, once you get cracking on a vision for your life, youāll find that ideas designed to help make your dream a reality will pop up by the truckload.
Three years after creating her vision, Helz has become a bravery and empowerment coach with a love of open-water swimming. And after moving to Australia and getting married in Hawaii, Helz is literally living her dream. š
Hereās why you need to tune in
If you like a podcast episode packed with motivational tips and tricks, press play now because Joy and Helz are dropping one inspirational nugget after another. From concepts like body doubling and taking daily action steps to the big 3 and why your calendar is one of the most transformational tools in your locker, youāll love the energy and enthusiasm Joy and Helz create.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:39] Focus on a vision for your life.
[03:22] What is the time machine?
[06:54] Do you feel loved, safe and valued?
[11:46] Realising youāre a co-creator in your life.
[14:28] Why your calendar is a transformational tool.
[21:13] The power of the Big 3.
[23:02] Why you need to create a car park.
So, for nothing but good vibes, you know what to do! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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āWhat do I do next?ā š¤·š½āāļø
If youāve ever been made redundant or taken a career break, youāll know how never-wracking it can feel to yourself back out there.
Because if youāre anything like Gillian Brayshaw, youāll have sat on your sofa, your confidence shot to pieces, with all the ANTs (automatic negative thoughts) running riot in your mind. š
But we have just the thing to help you regain the confidence to get back out there.
Our Social Media Superhero Bootcamp has helped Gillian get visible online, thrive in a community of like-minded women and, in a big old whoop, whoop moment, find flexible work she loves. šš½
Hereās why you need to tune in
Come and hear what itās really like to be part of one of our Bootcamps and how the snowball effect of taking one step after another helped Gillian land a job she loves. Learn how crafting a vision of your future and the power of yet can help you and why showing up and doing something for yourself could be all you need to start the next exciting chapter of your life.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[02:22] The Brave Thinking Activation Tool.
[04:32] What do you learn on the Social Media Superhero Bootcamp?
[10:27] Getting involved in the Bootcamp community.
[13:06] āI wanted to do something for meā.
[14:26] Donāt ask for permission; ask for this instead.
[18:22] Making yourself visible on social media opens doors.
Whether you want to return to work, change careers or start a business, join our free Bootcamp and discover the 6 social media superhero powers thatāll help you get visible online and make the connections you need to open doors.
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What if the world was full of kinder workplaces? š¤
Companies that didnāt just pop #BeKind posts on social media but actually followed a framework that created work cultures based on community, connection and inclusivity?
Becs Crosby is on a mission to help companies do just that and is carving out a successful business for herself in the process.
And sheās doing it all from a āshofficeā (a shed/office) at the bottom of her parentās garden.
Hereās why you need to tune in
Come and discover how Becs has nailed her brand, created a website, designed a lead magnet, grown her mailing list, and won new clients, all within 12 months. Find out why she thinks our Business Beyond Social Programme is as easy as A, B, C, and how Joyās 5-minute Power Move helped Becs take action. And learn more about how Becs is helping to banish those Sunday night work blues.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[03:10] What could you achieve in just one year with the right support?
[07:02] How do you grow your mailing list?
[08:54] Make a 5-minute power move.
[13:06] What does kindness in the workplace look like?
[15:30] The KIND framework.
[20:48] The concept of the compassionate self.
Whether youāre hoping to create your own dream business just like Becs or want to call Becs up to help your company understand what kindness in the workplace really looks like, press play now! ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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How do you go from having a paralysing fear of being on camera and hating the thought of being on social media to managing successful social media campaigns, hosting webinars and implementing marketing strategies for clients?
All within 15 months. š²
Thanks to our trio of transformational training programmes and teaming up with other talented TechPixies, Carolyn Boddington has crushed her crisis of confidence and is now hitting milestone after milestone as a fractional CMO (chief marketing officer).
Whatās so incredibly powerful is that Carolyn says she doesnāt recognise the person she was when she started TechPixies. Not only that, but she feels like sheās becoming the person sheās always wanted to be.
Want to know how she did it? šš¼āāļø
Hereās why you need to tune in
š” Gain insights: Hear Carolynās key takeaways from her training.
š” Be inspired: Learn how sheās slaying her business goals and working with people she never imagined 15 months ago.
š” Get top tips: Walk away with essential marketing strategies for your own business.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[01:49] Becoming the person youāve always wanted to be.
[03:48] The milestones Carolynās achieved in just 15 months.
[07:48] Working with other TechPixies and replacing in-house social media teams.
[10:38] Key takeaways from TechPixiesā programmes.
{16:55] What should you be doing to market your business?
[21:44] Who are the coaches in Business Beyond Social?
Whether youāve been out of work for a while or have suffered a health crisis like Carolyn and are feeling nervous about the path ahead, come and see whatās possible when you put yourself first.
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Freedom.
Whether itās time or financial freedom, weād all love to live our lives with more free time and money in the bank. šš¼
But too many of us are stuck with our noses to the grindstone, thinking a never-ending cycle of eat, sleep, work a gazillion hours, repeat, is the only way to achieve this. š¤Æ
So we called up Lois Cox, a TechPixie who has created a business that allows her to work flexibly part-time so she can prioritise time with her son to show you that with the right skills in place, running a business doesnāt have to be all-consuming.
Lois is also one of the many women who do our Social Media Management Certification training despite not wanting to be a social media manager. Instead, Lois has used our training to ensure sheās up-to-date with the latest changes to the platforms and has the necessary knowledge to advise her clients on their strategy and sales development. šŖš½
Hereās why you need to tune in
Learn about the awesomesauce business Lois has created following her 18 years at Tiffany & Co. and the skills sheās picked up through TechPixies. Discover what kept her motivated to complete her Social Media Management Certification CPD report and what tactics she used to get it done. Plus, hear why Lois thinks the value and content from her training is for life.
Hereās what to listen out for:
[04:43] The power of the TechPixies Facebook group.
[08:46] Loisās Social Media Management Certification (SMMC) journey.
[13:20] What to focus on to complete your SMMC CPD report.
[16:51] How Lois has structured her business.
[18:41] The promise of doing our SMMC training.
[20:20] The circle of inspiration.
[21:20] The value of continuous learning.
If youāve ever wondered where our social media training could take you, be inspired by Loisās story. Press play for more now. ā¶ļøā¶ļøā¶ļø
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