Sparkle and Thrive Joy Foster

There’s a crisis in Fairyland 😰

But never fear because The Wobblies are here to save the day. 😃

These tooth fairies in training are the brainchild of Denise Fishburn and are the realisation of a dream that began 25 years ago.

So we’ve invited Denise onto the podcast to reveal how these super fun characters came to be and how they’re now the foundation for an exciting new business. 🙌🏽

Here’s why you need to tune in
Denise has gone from feeling dissatisfied in a job and a little lost to rediscovering a passion project she’d put on the back burner. Discover how she’s learned to turn her dream into a business, hear the brilliant story of how The Wobblies came to be, and learn what life is like now that Denise has the confidence and skills to take on the world!

Here’s what to listen out for

[03:30] Denise puts herself first.

[05:40] Denise tries to discover what she really wants to do.

[11:08] When a dream you’ve buried for 25 years resurfaces.

[14:26] How you validate an idea.

[15:33] Saying a big hello to The Wobblies.

[18;22] Looking for a sign for the path ahead.

[19:31] Doing Couch to 5K.

[21:10] The hidden benefit of the Business Beyond Social programme.

[22:07] What’s life like now for Denise?

▶️▶️▶️ Look out for The Wooblies launching on Etsy soon, and come and follow in Denise’s footsteps by checking out our training programmes.

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Stucksville. It’s a place no one wants to be. 

But unless you’re super lucky, you’ve probably had a moment in life when you weren’t sure what you should be doing next. 😕

For Kay Holdsworth, this moment arrived after the emotional rollercoaster of a spell in hospital with her son. And when anxiety took hold, Kay not only felt lost but like she was surviving, not thriving.

As Kay says, she was in stucksville – so much so that she’d bought the t-shirt, the shoes and the handbag!!! 🙈

So, how did she turn things around?

Here’s why you need to tune in
Discover the path Kay followed to reignite her spark and how she’s now helping other women step off the hamster wheel of life and tap into what matters most. And learn more about Kay’s free webinar, Carpe Diem – Wake Up To What Matters Most, and why she thinks all women deserve to live a life filled with purpose and possibilities.
Here’s what to listen out for:

[01:14] Kay realises she’s surviving, not thriving

[05:32] Discover the number one regret of the dying.

[07:07] How do you find your spark?

[11:13] Are your big dreams keeping you stuck?

[15:56] Are you ready to seize the day?

▶️▶️▶️ Once you’ve hit play, you’ll want to save your spot on Kay’s FREE Carpe Diem webinar on 1 May from 1pm UK time to help you get to the heart of what matters most to you. Save your seat here.

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To paraphrase Reese Witherspoon, who started her hugely successful production company in her 40s, you should bet on yourself because you are your own best lottery ticket. 🎫

This is especially true in a job market as volatile as the British weather right now.

So when TechPixie Paula Campion Skerry came to us and said she was super keen to show her fellow TV execs exactly how to navigate an industry being disrupted by everything from AI to dwindling ad revenues, we knew heaps of peeps would love hearing what she had to say.

So we’ve popped her on the podcast so you can hear her story and pick up a whole bunch of tips on how you can pivot your career. ↪️

Here’s why you need to tune in
Discover how a Success List can help you identify the transferable skills you already have so you can pivot to something new, and learn why a vision is super important when thinking not just about your dream job but the life you’d truly love to live. And don’t miss Joy talking about becoming a pile of goo before you can become something new. 🦋

Here’s what to listen out for:

[01:45] How did Paula get into TV?
[05:08] TV is changing.
[07:06] How do you identify your transferable skills?
[10:00] Why it’s important to have a vision.
[14:39] You will go through the messy middle.
[18:46] Taking action and trusting your intuition.
[21:40] Don’t limit your vision.
[24:11] Be inspired by Reese Witherspoon.
[27:42] Why resilience is key.

▶️▶️▶️ Press play now.

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Want to know what it takes to be a successful social media manager? 💡

When Lucy Johnstone started our Social Media Management Certification programme, she wrote down a number she wanted to earn each month.

So we were super chuffed when Lucy started smashing that number out of the park having become an Insta Ninja.

Her expert Instagram skills have seen her attract 8 clients to her social media management business,  and the best news is she’s doing it all while STILL maintaining the flexibility she craved to be there for her family. 🙌🏽

So, what’s the secret of her success, especially since Lucy is a self-confessed introvert and you won’t find her dancing around on Reels? 

Here’s why you need to tune in
Discover how Lucy has built up recurring revenue in her business, and listen in for the nuggets she drops on how she prices her services. You’ll hear her advice for hosting discovery and sales calls and the attitude you need to have that’ll give you the best results. Plus, Lucy’s got some best practice tips for your Instagram bio that you’ll want to follow.

Here’s what to listen out for:

[01:18] Lucy’s take on social media management

[06:13] Why doors open when you put your brave pants on.

[08:02] How do you win clients?

[12:02] How do you structure your packages?

[16:31] How TechPixies helped Lucy on her journey.

[19:00] Top tips for discovery and sales calls.

[21:21] How do you set and then raise your prices?

[25:12] Lucy’s top advice for your Instagram bio.

[34:42] Let people get to know you (even if you think it’s boring!)

If you’ve ever thought about becoming a social media manager so you can enjoy fun and flexible work, press play now. ▶️▶️▶️

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If you’ve become a parent, you’ll know how tough it can be to juggle a career with the demands of a family. 🤹🏽‍♀️

That’s why we need more women like Louise Webster in the world, who is on a mission to empower women by helping mums find balance and purpose in their lives beyond the school run.

It’s a mission that’s taken her to Downing Street and seen her put pen to paper to write a book full of tips for mums looking to reignite their talents in the hours available to them. And its helped her create an online community that has connected thousands of mothers around the globe to opportunities, inspiration and information to empower them to grow both personally and professionally while honouring the job of being a parent. 🙌🏽

Here’s why you need to tune in
Discover exactly what Beyondtheschoolrun offers the world and why Louise and Joy believe it’s better to have support when building a business than trying to go it alone. Hear what it means to unlock your ‘element’ or your ‘spark’ and find your flow, and learn more about Joy’s shocking experience in Switzerland.

Here’s what to listen out for:

[02:50] What is Beyondtheschoolrun?

[05:14] Discover how to unlock your 'element' or 'spark'.

[13:03] How do you create a financially stable business?

[17:31] What building a business will teach you.

[22:06] Find out the invaluable lessons that come with entrepreneurship.

[24:01] Why you need a support system.

[26:54] Joy’s shocking experience in Switzerland.

[34:49] Take daily steps.

If you want to see how it’s possible to be a parent, do a job, and build a business that changes the world for women, press play now. ▶️▶️▶️

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Be more Taylor Swift.

Good advice for life, right? 💯

According to our new Insta Ninja Emma Leatham, the princess of pop’s approach to Instagram is something we should all get on board with.

Because while trying to keep up with the changes and understand how the platform’s algorithm works can feel like patting your head and rubbing your tummy while hopping on one foot, Tay-Tay’s connection and engagement with her legions of Switfites on Insta is just as important as the content she puts out. 🔥

And when it comes to content in 2024, it’ll come as no surprise to hear that video – whether it’s Lives, Stories or rocking Reels – is still queen. But Emma is here with top tips on what else is working on the Gram right now.

Here’s why you need to tune in
Emma kicks off with some advice dished out by Adam Mosseri, Insta’s big cheese on that sticky subject of reach. She also reveals her own top tips on using carousel posts, explores the photo dump trend, and shares her own account so you can see what a great bio looks like.

Here’s what to listen out for:

[00:56] Introducing Emma, our new Instagram coach.
[03:03] These stats will blow your mind.

[04:18] A tip from Insta’s head honcho Adam Mosseri.

[05:23] What’s working in 2024?

[08:08] TechPixies’ best-performing Reel this year.

[10:34] Are you doing this?

[12:05] The power of carousel posts.

[13:42] How do you win clients on Instagram?

[17:51] Awesome advice if you’re just starting out.

[19:00] What makes a good Instagram bio?

[23:23] How Emma managed maternity leave as a social media manager.

[25:35] Be more Taylor Swift.

To get all the goss, press play now. ▶️▶️▶️

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