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This week on Business Marriage we are entering the metaphorical time machine as we go back in time to Hayley’s first-ever podcasting efforts with her own show which was called The Family Unfiltered Podcast. In the inaugural episode of that show titled, Making Babies with The Burtts they delved into the journey of creating our two small little humans (don’t worry, not the graphic details!), the peer pressure of having kids once you hit 30, ovulation sticks, pregnancy tests and the grand or should we say non-grand unveiling of pregnancy, the early and scary days of new parent life and also reflect on our life back then, the pressures we faced and the adaptations we made as a family …the biggest which actually led to the birth of Family Unfiltered which was the catalyst to Hayley starting her business, that you might have heard her share a fair few times! 

In this show, we discuss: 

Deciding we wanted to have children

The journey of pregnancy (pee sticks, tiredness and braxton hix!)

Working out how you actually raise a small human 

Swapping careers for nappies

The loneliness Hayley felt in the first two years of being a mum


n this episode of the Business Beige podcast, hosts Haley and James take a nostalgic trip down memory lane by revisiting an episode from Haley's former podcast, Family Unfiltered. They discuss their journey of becoming parents, touching on their decision to have children, struggles with conception, and the highs and lows of raising their two boys, Louis and George. The episode is filled with candid and humorous anecdotes, reflecting the couple's authentic and raw approach to sharing their parenting experiences. They also delve into balancing their business lives with family responsibilities, offering a relatable and heartfelt narrative for listeners.

0:00-1:10 Introduction to Today's Special Episode
Hayley and James introduce the special episode featuring content from Hayley's old podcast, Family Unfiltered.

1:11-4:22 Hayley's Career Journey
Hayley talks about her diverse career experiences, including trying to be in a girl band, starting a blog, and eventually creating her business, Orange Lamb.

4:23-8:30 Decision to Have Children
The couple reminisces about their decision to have children, including a memorable discussion at Disney and societal pressures they faced.

8:31-12:15 Struggles with Conception 
Hayley and James share their challenges with conception, including the use of ovulation sticks and the emotional rollercoaster that ensued.

12:16-14:10 Finding Out Hayley Was Pregnant 
Hayley recalls the moment she discovered she was pregnant and how she broke the news to James.

14:11-18:30 Challenges of Early Parenthood
They discuss the early days of parenthood, including Hayley's feelings of loneliness and the couple's time in the special care unit with their first son, Louis.

18:31-23:00 Balancing Business and Family
The couple talks about balancing their property management business and the demands of a new baby, highlighting the stress and pressure they faced.

23:01-26:00 Introducing George into the Family
Hayley and James reflect on the arrival of their second child, George, and how they adapted to life with two children.

26:01-30:00 Parenting Realities and Expectations
The couple discusses the realities of parenting versus their expectations, including the emotional and physical challenges.

Check out Hayley’s business at https://www.orangelamb.co.uk/

This podcast is produced by Phonic Media https://www.phonic.media/

Business Marriage is the non-celebrity couple podcast that brings you the real and honest conversations that couples all over the world are having about life, family, work and everything in between.
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Louis (our 7-year-old) has been bringing back homework which we don’t know the answers to. Not only is this embarrassing for us, it also means we can’t help our child’s education! So we thought we’d bump up our IQs by taking an AI generated quiz for 10-year-olds.

We tackle english, maths, history, geography, science, and sex education in an endeavour to prove we’re not as dumb as we were 30 years ago! (Oh god, has it been 30 years?)

We also talk about some of the shenanigans we got up to at school, smoking, and (of course) swear words. Tune in to find out if we really are smarter than a 10-year-old. IQ? More like Ignorant Quiziots!

Let us know if you are smarter than a 10-year-old, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and ring the bell for more insights on making your business partnership thrive just like a well-tuned marriage! 🎉💼

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Today on the show we reveal our glamorous journey into the world of VIPs! OK, it was at our friend's dinosaur theme park opening, but that doesn’t stop us being important!

Hayley discussed her adventure with a fit, young… personal trainer, and we muse on the benefits of personal development and taking care of yourself (physically and mentally).

We go over the ups and downs of podcasting (including this one), what makes excellent customer service so important, and the “personal touches” you can include to go that extra mile!

Most importantly, we discuss the event we were invited to as VIPs. Though deep down we’ve always known we were VIPs… Very Immature Podcasters!

📌 Episode Highlights & Chapters:
0:00 Hayley gets a personal trainer!
13:58 Fan interactions and dinosaur adventures
19:45 The value of excellent customer service and “personal touches”
25:28 Examples of providing extra value to clients
31:19 Is the iPhone experience good or bad?
35:44 The highs and lows of customer service

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This podcast is written in the stars as James and Hayley discuss all things Zodiac! In this special episode of Business Marriage, the pair uncover the true meanings behind star signs, their associated traits, and explore whether their own star signs are romantically aligned!

James, a Virgo, describes himself as lively, fun, loyal, and honest. Meanwhile, Hayley, a Leo, sees herself as confident and comfortable being the centre of attention, though she doesn’t see herself at the centre of everything! They delve into topics such as Chakras, the essence of Zodiacs, and the phases of the Moon.

This episode is brimming with all the information you need to know about your star sign, its traits, and potential romantic alignments!

Choose wisely, as James and Hayley wouldn’t want you to end up with someone whose star sign isn’t compatible with yours... although, if you find yourself with someone who isn’t romantically aligned with you... run!


📌 Episode Highlights & Chapters:

[0:05] - Getting Zodiac-y: Kick things off with Hayley’s journey into spirituality and her exploration of zodiac readings.

[5:25] - A Deep Dive into Zodiac Signs: Discover the significance of zodiac signs, their meanings, and whether Hayley and James are romantically compatible.

[10:58] - Zodiac Compatibility: An in-depth analysis of James and Hayley’s star signs to see if they truly match up!

[19:50] - The Compatibility Aftermath: Following the deep dive, find out if James and Hayley are destined for each other, or if they’re better off dating celebrities!


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Dive into the latest episode of the Business Marriage podcast as James and Hayley (try) to navigate the intricacies of delegation and efficiency in business… but, to be honest, there is more laughing than learning in this pod! As well as entrepreneurial delegating there are some unexpected life lessons from reality TV and weird local traditions! Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your journey, this episode is packed with insights, humor, and real-world examples to help you grow your business smartly…. maybe!

📌 Episode Highlights & Chapters:
[0:01] - Delegation & Efficiency: Kick things off with why delegation is crucial for business growth. Plus, a fun nod to Hayley’s new gym routines and a reality TV show recap!

[5:01] - Mastering Delegation & Time Management: Learn how to let go of control and trust your team, and discover a surprising connection between effective delegation.

[9:43] - Smooth Onboarding Tips: Hear a cautionary tale about onboarding gone wrong and get tips to ensure your new hires start on the right foot. 

[14:44] - Building Your Team: Strategies for deciding when and how to bring new members into your business fold to alleviate your workload without breaking the bank.

[21:47] - Setting Expectations with New Hires: From personal network recommendations to defining clear roles, learn how to avoid common pitfalls when expanding your team.

[27:03] - Hiring & Delegation Strategies: Discover the importance of cultural fit and values alignment in building a strong team, with a special shoutout to our own ventures as our selfish ‘Small Business Shoutout’. 

[33:16] - The Art of Effective Delegation: A light-hearted look at how everyday items like gym towels and fake tans can teach us about brand strategy and business operations.

[39:45] - Optimizing Team Performance: James shares a personal story underscoring the need for trust and proper training in delegation.

The show wraps up with a call to listeners to share their own "business marriage" stories. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and ring the bell for more insights on making your business partnership thrive just like a well-tuned marriage! 🎉💼
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In this episode of Business Marriage, we answer all of your burning questions about being partners in both the things we love and our marriage (I mean businesses)!

We cover questions around how we handle the kids around the business (though it really should be the other way round!), which of us is “the angry one”, and did James mention that he ran the marathon recently? All inspired by listener submitted questions - that’s you lot!

From George becoming a ‘cockney’, to James being fined with a £354 ULEZ charge that wasn’t his fault, we try to make sense of our lives and -sort of- answer some of your questions whilst doing it. Such as, why on earth do we share the same playlist if we don’t even work in the same building?!

Listen to our conversation with Laura and Jeff Brunton: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/business-marriage/id1671237539?i=1000651830114

In this episode you will hear about: 

Who’s asking the questions here?

Is it OK to talk about business around the kids?

Are we having a positive impact on our children?

How we handle conflict

Does living and working together affect ‘the romance’?

Who puts the bins out? Is it a spoken thing?

What inspired us to become entrepreneurs?


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Check out Hayley’s business at https://www.orangelamb.co.uk/
This podcast is produced by Phonic Media https://www.phonic.media/

Business Marriage is the non-celebrity couple podcast that brings you the real and honest conversations that couples all over the world are having about life, family, work and everything in between. Entrepreneur husband and wife James and Hayley Burtt run their own separate businesses, so each week the pair take the opportunity to sit down and openly (sometimes too openly!) share what it is really like to juggle running a company, raising a family and (trying) to find time to keep your partner happy too!  Expect arguments, laughs and even some useful lessons, plus listeners get to join in this interactive show by contributing their ‘partner battles’, 'share the love' mentions and even get to give date-night suggestions!
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