Live & Linking with Ashley Leeds

Ashley Leeds

As an entrepreneur, I want to explore what other business owners are doing to make money, grow, keep sane and basically get stuff done. I teach people to use LinkedIn and also coach business owners to grow and expand. I have a weekly live show on LinkedIn and thought that I'd share these episodes with you. I will be doing ad hoc podcasts as I gather momentum so if there is a topic that you'd like me to cover then please let me know.

  1. Bizfest Takeover Wk 7 With Virginia, Diane and Nick

    HACE 3 DÍAS

    Bizfest Takeover Wk 7 With Virginia, Diane and Nick

    BizFest SW is building serious momentum… and this week’s takeover proves it. In this episode, I’m joined by Gavin Harris from Business Fest South West, plus three brilliant exhibitors who are getting ready to make an impact this April. We talk about: The race to a sell-out show The brand-new 2027 free stand competition Why standing out at events actually matters Websites that work properly, not just look pretty Why translation is about trust, not just tech How the Help to Grow programme is backing ambitious SMEs There is real energy building around this event. New exhibitors signing up weekly. Big conversations happening. And a genuine buzz across the South West business community. If you are running a business and want better marketing, clearer messaging, stronger systems, or smarter growth strategies, this episode is packed with practical insights. Watch until the end and let me know in the comments:Are you coming to BizFest SW? Connect with me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-leeds-15-minute-guy/Website: https://just.15mins.dayLive & Linking Hub: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13981378/ Guest contact details Gavin HarrisEmail - gavin.harris@fourfrontevents.co.ukWebsite - businessfestsw.co.ukLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/gavinharris6230Phone - 01726982197 VirginiaEmail - virgiviso01@gmail.comWebsite - https://viso-communications.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/virginiafdvInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/viso_communications Diane ReesEmail - d.rees2@exeter.ac.ukPhone - 01392 661000 Nick JacksonEmail - nick@buzzinteractive.co.uk

    30 min
  2. Bizfest Takeover Wk 6 Sarah, Ricci and Leanda

    10 FEB

    Bizfest Takeover Wk 6 Sarah, Ricci and Leanda

    Bizfest Takeover Wk 6 Sarah, Ricci and Leanda Get your Bizfest Tickets HEREhttps://bizfestsw.co.uk/ Are you running your business… or is it running you? In Week 6 of the BizFest South West Takeover, we get into the real stuff business owners are dealing with right now. Money worries. Marketing overwhelm. Event visibility. And how to stop winging it and start making clearer decisions. I’m joined by three brilliant business owners who are all exhibiting at BizFest SW 2026 and who genuinely know their stuff. Leanda Daddow from Celtic Bookkeeping breaks down Making Tax Digital in plain English and explains why knowing your numbers in real time changes everything. This isn’t about ticking boxes for HMRC. It’s about making better decisions and building a business that supports your life. Ricci Colla from Those Collaborations talks about early-stage business overwhelm, why so many founders feel stuck, and how clarity beats complexity every time. If you’re spinning plates and not sure what to focus on next, this part will hit home. Sarah Ralph from Circle HR shares the most common HR mistakes small businesses make without realising it and what you should put in place before things go wrong. Prevention is always cheaper than the fix. We also talk about BizFest SW, what makes it different, why it’s growing fast, and why you should already be thinking about how you show up at events this year. Watch this if you want practical advice, straight talking, and a better grip on how your business actually works. Connect with me on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-leeds-15-minute-guy/ My websitehttps://just.15mins.day Email: ricci@thosecollaborations.co.uk Phone: 01202 007773 Website: www.thosecollaborations.co.uk LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/riccicolla Email: leanda@celticbookkeeping.co.uk Website: https://www.celticbookkeeping.co.uk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leanda-daddow-82a8a195?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aventur_teylu?igsh=MTlja3ZpeDJic2k4dg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Email: sarah@circlecm.com Phone: 01297 533003 Website: www.circlehr.co.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-ralph-790b272a1/

    30 min
  3. Bizfest Takeover Wk 5 with Emily, Terry and Sharon

    9 FEB

    Bizfest Takeover Wk 5 with Emily, Terry and Sharon

    Bizfest Takeover Wk 5 with Emily, Terry and Sharon It’s Monday at 12.30 and we’re back with another Business Takeover as the countdown to BizFest South West continues. This week I’m joined by four brilliant people who all care deeply about how businesses communicate, lead and show up in the world. First up, Jamie O’Neill from BizFest South West joins me to share what’s coming up at this year’s event. We talk about keynote speakers, seminar halls, new feature zones, and why BizFest is so much more than just rows of exhibition stands. Then I’m joined by three exhibitors who know a thing or two about people and communication. Emily McGuirk from Small Steps Big Vision talks about confidence, nerves and why public speaking is not just standing on a stage. From networking to pitching to podcasts, Emily shares practical insights on how to feel more confident even when you feel nervous. Terry Neild from Propel Business Consultancy dives into leadership, purpose and why clarity of expectations is one of the biggest challenges business owners face. We talk about coaching, culture and why purpose has to come before the process. And Sharon Clapp from Investor in Customers brings it back to customer experience. We discuss communication, managing expectations and the simple mistakes businesses make that damage trust without even realising it. If you’re exhibiting at BizFest, thinking about attending, or just want to improve how you communicate with your team, your customers and the world around you, this one’s for you. Timestamps 00:00 Intro and Business Takeover welcome 01:00 Jamie O’Neill on BizFest South West updates and speakers 05:16 Meet this week’s exhibitors 05:32 Emily McGuirk on confidence and public speaking 13:11 Terry Neild on leadership, purpose and coaching 16:40 Sharon Clapp on customer experience and communication 25:40 Why each guest is exhibiting at BizFest 29:07 Where to find today’s guests Email: emily@smallstepsbigvision.com Website: https://www.smallstepsbigvision.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-mcguirk-helping-people-build-confidence-presence-impact Email: terry@tnbusinesscoaching.co.uk Website: https://www.propel-business.co.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terryneild/ Email: sharon.clapp@investorincustomers.com Website:https://www.investorincustomers.comhttps://www.acompanythatcares.co.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonclapp1/ Email: jamie.oneill@fourfrontevents.co.uk Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-leeds-15-minute-guy/  My website https://just.15mins.day  If you found this useful, make sure you watch to the end, like the video, drop a comment, and subscribe to the channel for more straight-talking conversations every week.

    30 min
  4. BizFest SW Takeover Week 4 With Sarah Edwards, Keisha-Ann Dow and Jaiye Cordory

    27 ENE

    BizFest SW Takeover Week 4 With Sarah Edwards, Keisha-Ann Dow and Jaiye Cordory

    BizFest SW Takeover Week 4 is here, packed with practical advice for business owners who want clarity without the chaos. Free Bizfest Tickets https://eventdata.uk/Forms/Form.aspx?FormRef=BSW46VisitorExhibit at Bizfest. - https://bizfestsw.co.uk/get-involved/ Ashley is joined by three guests: Jaiyé (reThink Your Perspective), Productivity Coach helping you manage what you do with your time (not “time management”).Sarah Edwards (Frog Marketing), Certified StoryBrand Guide focused on marketing that drives revenue.Keisha-Ann Down (Yes & Co), master coach helping high achievers get unstuck through bespoke coaching around belonging, uniqueness, and freedom. What we cover: Choosing the right coach (and why speaking to more than one helps)Activity management, habits, and simple focus tools like PomodoroROI-led marketing, clearer messaging, and cutting wasted effortHow to make your stand stand out at BizFest, plus what each guest is bringing Find them at BizFest: Jaiyé: Stand 88 (spin the wheel and win productivity goodies)Sarah: Stand 86 (free marketing strategy guides + live website reviews)Keisha-Ann: Stand 150 (tea, planner access giveaways, and coaching offers) Connect with the guests: Jaiyé: https://rethinkyourperspective.com| https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaiye-cordory/ Sarah: https://frogmarketing.co.uk| https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-edwards-marketing-that-works/ Keisha-Ann: https://yesandco.uk| https://www.linkedin.com/in/keishmycoach/ More from Ashley: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-leeds-15-minute-guy/Website: https://just.15mins.day/Visibility Score Quiz: https://15mins.day/score Subscribe for more Live & Linking episodes. New conversations every week. MODE 3: YouTube Chapters (00:00 copy/paste) 00:00 BizFest SW Takeover Week 4 intro01:20 Keynote lineup and what to expect on the day05:54 Three guests join the studio06:30 Quick intros: productivity, ROI marketing, bespoke coaching09:41 Who should be your first hire as a business owner?14:30 How Jaiyé got into productivity and activity management17:34 Sarah on ROI, StoryBrand, and cutting the marketing waffle21:44 Keisha-Ann’s journey and coaching values (belonging, freedom, uniqueness)25:41 Which stand are you on and what’s the giveaway?31:08 Where to find each guest online31:57 Wrap up Podcast Show Notes BizFest SW Takeover Week 4 is all about reducing overwhelm with practical moves that create clarity. Ashley is joined by three guests covering productivity, marketing, and coaching for business owners who want results without the chaos. Jaiyé (reThink Your Perspective) breaks down why “time management” is a myth, and what actually works: managing your actions. Expect simple focus strategies like Pomodoro and the power of small habit shifts. Keisha-Ann Down (Yes & Co) shares why coaching only works when there’s a real fit, and why it’s smart to speak to more than one coach before committing. Sarah Edwards (Frog Marketing) brings the marketing reality check: your marketing should drive revenue, not random activity. She talks messaging clarity through a StoryBrand lens, and how to stop wasting effort on the wrong things. If you’re heading to BizFest, you can meet them on the day: Jaiyé on Stand 88, Sarah on Stand 86, and Keisha-Ann on Stand 150.

    32 min
  5. Bizfest Takeover WK 3 with  Tia, Adrian and Rebekah

    20 ENE

    Bizfest Takeover WK 3 with  Tia, Adrian and Rebekah

    Bizfest Takeover WK 3 with  Tia, Adrian and Rebekah BizFest South West Takeover Week 3 is packed with the stuff business owners actually talk about when the cameras are off: AI that saves time (not just fancy tools), getting your head clear enough to make better decisions, and sorting the anxiety that shows up when you have to walk into a room full of strangers and “network”. Gavin kicks us off with a BizFest update: we’re a little over 71 days out from the doors opening on 1 April, there are around 30 exhibitor stands left, and the exhibitor-only networking event is happening on 28 January at Dartington Hall. He also shares why they’ve shortened the speaker schedule this year: fewer talks, more time on the floor, more real conversations and more networking. More information - https://bizfestsw.co.uk/ Then we meet three exhibitors: Tia Collard from fiftyminds breaks down the biggest AI myth for SMEs. If your business runs on vibes and messy processes, AI won’t fix it, it’ll just accelerate the chaos. She talks about cancelling the “million tools”, mapping what you actually do day to day, and using AI in the back end where it quietly makes you more efficient. Adrian Ferraro from The Bioasis explains why the best business ideas don’t happen in four square office walls. His off-grid retreats and team days in South Devon are designed for resilience, teamwork, leadership and clearer strategy, with proper outdoor experiences, not just a walk and a chat. Rebekah Gabrielle clears up what hypnotherapy is really like. No stage-act nonsense, no clucking like a chicken. Just working with the subconscious, the part of the mind “running the show”, to help with anxiety, self-worth, relationships, and even smoking. Website: https://www.thebioasis.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-ferraro-18048814/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebioasis/ Email: mailto:adrian@thebioasis.com Phone: tel:+441392984878 Website: https://www.fiftyminds.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tia-collard/ Book a call: https://fiftyminds.com/contact-2/ Email: mailto:tiacollard@fiftyminds.com Website: https://www.investorincustomers.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonclapp1/ Email: mailto:sharon.clapp@investorincustomers.com Watch the show on YouTube Connect with Ashley on⁠ LinkedIn ⁠ My Website ⁠https://just.15mins.day  How visible are you on LinkedIn?  Get your free report here. e ⁠https://15mins.day/score

    29 min
  6. 13 ENE

    PR, Photos and Print That Make People Trust Your Business Fast - BizFest Takeover Week 2

    This week on Business Fest, we’re talking about the stuff that makes your business look credible fast: PR, personal branding photography, and print that actually gets picked up and remembered.I’m joined by:Natalie Trice (Natalie Trice Publicity) on how to get visible without feeling intimidated by PRLucy Holding (Lucy Holding Brand Photography & Media) on helping camera shy business owners show up confidently and consistentlyMartin Taylor (1Vision Print) on print, branded merch and exhibition stands that do the heavy lifting when you’re busy talking to peopleWhat we cover:- Why PR is not scary when you start by being your own newsmaker- How to get photos that look like you, not a version you think you “should” be- What to put on your stand so people instantly know who you are, what you do, and how you help- Why freebies work best when they’re part of a real conversation- How branding, photography, print and PR all connect as one storyGuest links:Natalie Trice Publicity: https://natalietrice.co.uk/Natalie on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/natalie-triceLucy Holding Brand Photography & Media: https://www.lucyholding.co.uk/Lucy on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/lucyholdingbrandLucy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucyholdingbrandphotography/1Vision Print: https://www.1visionprint.co.uk/1Vision Print on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/1vision-printAshley’s links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-leeds-15-minute-guy/Website: https://just.15mins.dayLive & Linking Hub: https://just.15mins.dayTimestamps:00:00 Intro and chaos, we’re live00:23 What today’s show is about (marketing, branding, PR)01:17 Natalie: what PR really does for business owners01:53 Lucy: confidence and consistency with brand photography02:40 Martin: print, merch and display that helps you stand out03:31 Gavin joins, BizFestSW update06:29 Where to start with PR without overthinking it09:11 Helping people feel natural on camera12:14 Common print mistakes and how to spend your budget well15:13 Why exhibiting works when you treat it like relationship building19:23 Practical tips to maximise your stand and your exposure29:43 Lucy’s Brand Boost Day mention31:02 Natalie’s book and publicity basicsWatch the episode, like, comment, and subscribe.Watch the show on YouTubeConnect with Ashley on⁠ LinkedIn ⁠My Website ⁠https://just.15mins.day Get your free LinkedIn profile review: https://just.15mins.day/f/review-yt PODCAST Episode Number 225

    32 min
  7. BizFest Takeover ‘26 #1 with Kate Moss and Alan Olive

    6 ENE

    BizFest Takeover ‘26 #1 with Kate Moss and Alan Olive

    We're kicking off 2026 with a bang The BizFest SW Takeover is officially here! In this special launch episode, I’m joined by the ever-enthusiastic Gavin Harris from Fourfront Events, alongside the brilliant Kate Moss from Vranch House and performance coach Alan Olive.  We reflect on what made BizFest 2025 such a roaring success, from the vibrant energy on the show floor to the behind-the-scenes planning that brought it all to life.  Gavin gives us a sneak peek at what’s coming in 2026.  This means exhibitor enquiries up 400% and a growing sense of community, it's shaping up to be something really special. Kate shares how one day at BizFest completely transformed her charity’s approach to networking. Her story is full of heart.  It proves that even small connections at events can create big ripples.  Meanwhile, Alan talks about bringing Olympic-level insights to business teams and how trust, happiness, and emotional intelligence drive performance. Both guests remind us that business isn’t just about profit.  Business is more about people, purpose, and showing up with energy and care. Whether you’re thinking of exhibiting, visiting, or just want a feel-good hit of business inspiration, this episode sets the tone for what BizFest SW is all about.  Fun, meaningful conversations. Real community. And a shared commitment to helping the Southwest thrive. Pop it in your diary now: April 1st, Westpoint Arena.  You’re not going to want to miss it. Watch the show on YouTube Connect with Ashley on⁠ LinkedIn ⁠ My Website ⁠https://just.15mins.day  Get your free LinkedIn profile review: https://just.15mins.day/f/review-yt Episode Number 224

    32 min
  8. Friday Jokes, Real Clients: Ben Westerby on Consistency on LinkedIn

    30/12/2025

    Friday Jokes, Real Clients: Ben Westerby on Consistency on LinkedIn

    Live & Linking #96 with Ben Westerby Ben Westerby is the kind of person you remember on LinkedIn, and not because he’s shouting louder than everyone else. But because he is consistent. He’s built a strong reputation as a fractional Finance Director and business mentor, and he’s done it by being consistent, being human, and leaning into what makes him different. And that includes the Friday jokes.  His jokes are supposed to be a bit rubbish, and that’s exactly why people stop scrolling. But the real story is how Ben’s used LinkedIn to build trust over time, turn visibility into conversations, and create a business model that actually gives him breathing room. In this episode we get into what “fractional” really means, why it’s becoming more common, and how Ben supports businesses that need senior financial input without the cost of a full-time FD.  He shares how he shifted into a retainer model, planned his client cadence right through to the end of 2026, and why doing fewer things better has helped him create more balance.  We also talk LinkedIn properly: the algorithm being all over the place, why consistency wins anyway, and how speaking on stage and meeting people through LinkedIn has had a massive knock-on effect in the real world too. Ben’s top LinkedIn tips are simple, and that’s why they work. Ben Westerby Email: ben@westerbyconsultancy.co.uk Website: https://www.westerbyconsultancy.co.uk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-westerby Portfolio (fractional) Finance Director and business mentor. Best known for his Friday jokes on LinkedIn, proving accountants do have a sense of humour, even if the jokes are intentionally terrible. Watch the show on YouTube Connect with Ashley on⁠ LinkedIn ⁠ My Website ⁠https://just.15mins.day  Get your free LinkedIn profile review: https://just.15mins.day/f/review-yt

    33 min

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As an entrepreneur, I want to explore what other business owners are doing to make money, grow, keep sane and basically get stuff done. I teach people to use LinkedIn and also coach business owners to grow and expand. I have a weekly live show on LinkedIn and thought that I'd share these episodes with you. I will be doing ad hoc podcasts as I gather momentum so if there is a topic that you'd like me to cover then please let me know.