Beyond the Kitchen Table (previously the Website Coach)

Marie Brown
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The Beyond the Kitchen Table podcast with Marie Brown is for entrepreneurs and small business owners that want to build a successful business. One that is fully booked and a breeze to run. The show is a mix of solo episodes and interviews with other small business owners, because I believe we can learn from each other. I'll be sharing tips to help you make the most of your website and marketing tactics that work. I’ll also talk about how I run my business - the mistakes I’ve made, the tools I use and what has worked for me. You won't find any tech speak here. Everything is explained in simple terms. Each episode will have points for you to take away and action. Nothing too difficult or technical, but simple actions that can make a real difference to your ability to get fully booked. Find us at https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk and https://www.instagram.com/beyondthekt

  1. 23/09/2024

    Ep 122:The Real Reason Your Website Isn’t Showing Up on Google (And What to Do About It)

    Do you feel like your website is lost in the sea of Google search results? You've built a great-looking site, filled it with awesome content, and yet… crickets. No clients, no inquiries, and hardly any traffic. If you’ve ever wondered why Google seems to be ignoring your site, this episode is for you! In this week's podcast, I break down the most common reasons why your website might not be bringing in clients from Google—and, most importantly, what you can do to change that. The good news is, in most cases, it's totally fixable! Tune in as we cover: Why Google might not know your website even exists (and how to make sure it does)What to do if Google hasn’t indexed your pages (hint: there’s a tool for that!)The reasons Google could choose not to index your page—and how to avoid themWhy your site isn’t showing up on page 1, even if it’s indexed (and what you can do about it)Simple, actionable steps you can take today to boost your chances of getting found by Google By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clear understanding of what might be holding your website back in search results and the steps you need to take to get Google working for you—so you can start attracting those all-important clients. Resources: SEO Made Simple: https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk/seo-course Find us at https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk Blog post https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk/blog Follow us at https://www.instagram.com/beyondthekt Email sayhello@beyondthekitchentable.co.uk

    19 min

  2. 09/09/2024

    Ep 121: Supporting local with Jess Gibson of the TN Card

    A thriving community with a high street of independent shops makes a town. In this week's episode I interview Jess Gibson of the TN Card who shares my love of independent shops but has actually gone and done something to help independents in our local town to thrive. We talk about the genesis of the TN Card, the unfortunate timing of its launch, running a business with 4 boys and how to succeed. Resources: Jess's website: www.thetncard.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/thetncard Facebook: www.facebook.com/thetncard LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jess-gibson

    59 min

  3. 02/09/2024

    Ep 120: What is the cost of a new website?

    The cost of a new website can vary hugely. In this episode we share what the costs are of a website, how you can reduce the cost and whether it is worth it. Resources: Siteground hosting

    26 min

  4. 04/03/2024

    Ep 119: 5 tips for getting the best testimonials

    Testimonials (or reviews) can be incredibly powerful, if you get the right kind. In this episode we talk about the kind of reviews you want to collect and share on your website. There's a bonus tip where we talk about how to get these kind of reviews too. Resources: Find us at https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk Free PDF downloads: https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk/downloads/ Blog post https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk/blog Follow us at https://www.instagram.com/beyondthekt Email sayhello@beyondthekitchentable.co.uk

    18 min

  5. 19/02/2024

    Ep 118: 5 tips for choosing a professional photographer for your website images

    Professional photography for your website (and social media) is a significant investment in your business, but one I believe is worthwhile. It makes a big difference to your website. But you do need to find the right kind of photographer to get the best return on your investment. In this podcast episode I talk about what you need to look out for when choosing who to work with Resources: Find us at https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk Free PDF downloads: https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk/downloads/ Blog post https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk/blog Follow us at https://www.instagram.com/beyondthekt Email sayhello@beyondthekitchentable.co.uk Branding photographer websites: Jade Tinkler (Kent) https://jadetinklerphotography.co.uk Mary Barella (Durham) https://marybarella.co.uk

    17 min

  6. 12/02/2024

    Ep 117: Navigating midlife and marketing your business with Paula Hatfield, Hub of Happy

    In this episode I chat with personal development coach Paula Hatfield about navigating midlife - why it can be a challenge, what you can do to help and getting help from a professional. We also talk about how Paula markets her business as well as her tips for other small business owners. Paula's links Website: https://hubofhappy.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hub_of_happy/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paula-hatfield-7a5058215 Email: paula@hubofhappy.co.uk Resources: Find us at https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk Free PDF download: https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk/downloads/ Blog post https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk/blog Follow us at https://www.instagram.com/beyondthekt Email sayhello@beyondthekitchentable.co.uk

    42 min

  7. 05/02/2024

    Ep 116: How to use stock photos successfully on your website

    Poor stock photos devalue your website. So how do you successfully use stock photos on your website? This episode of the podcast takes you through what you need to successfully use stock photos on your website and where you can find good stock photos (free and paid). Resources: Find us at https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk Free PDF downloads: https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk/downloads/ Blog post https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk/blog Follow us at https://www.instagram.com/beyondthekt Email sayhello@beyondthekitchentable.co.uk Stock Photo websites Unsplash unsplash.com Pexels pexels.com Pixabay pixabay.com Stocksnap stocksnap.io Canva canva.com Deposit Photos depositphotos.com Shutter Stock shutterstock.com Haute Stock hautestock.co

    20 min

  8. 22/01/2024

    Ep 115: 4 Big SEO Mistakes I see Small Business Owners making

    SEO is not difficult and it doesn't need to take a lot of time. But I see people wasting time on the same things over and over. I talk about 4 of those mistakes I see people wasting time on in this episode. Resources: Find us at https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk Free PDF downloads: https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk/downloads/ Blog post https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk/blog Follow us at https://www.instagram.com/beyondthekt Email sayhello@beyondthekitchentable.co.uk

    16 min
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The Beyond the Kitchen Table podcast with Marie Brown is for entrepreneurs and small business owners that want to build a successful business. One that is fully booked and a breeze to run. The show is a mix of solo episodes and interviews with other small business owners, because I believe we can learn from each other. I'll be sharing tips to help you make the most of your website and marketing tactics that work. I’ll also talk about how I run my business - the mistakes I’ve made, the tools I use and what has worked for me. You won't find any tech speak here. Everything is explained in simple terms. Each episode will have points for you to take away and action. Nothing too difficult or technical, but simple actions that can make a real difference to your ability to get fully booked. Find us at https://beyondthekitchentable.co.uk and https://www.instagram.com/beyondthekt

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