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Nicky Denson-Elliott
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Nicky Denson-Elliott talks to a host of women about their career paths, from early memories of work through careers advice (or lack of it), and first jobs, up to present day. With all their insight and learnings along the way, these conversations are designed to both inspire and empower women in their own career journeys.

  1. #105: Creativity Beyond Constraints: Penny Wincer on Navigating Unlevel Playing Fields

    2D AGO

    #105: Creativity Beyond Constraints: Penny Wincer on Navigating Unlevel Playing Fields

    In this episode I speak to Penny Wincer, a book coach and author, about creativity, care, and what work means when life is complex. Penny shares her path from a childhood around film sets to studying a multidisciplinary arts degree, assisting fashion photographers in London and New York, and ultimately becoming an interiors photographer. She explains how writing returned when she ringfenced Fridays for a City Lit course after divorce and as a single parent, and how her experiences as a young carer for her unwell mother connected with parenting her autistic son with a learning disability, leading to her first book, Tender, on care, unpaid labour, and identity. We discuss how her proposal secured multiple publishing offers despite a small profile, and how the pandemic and escalating care needs forced her to end her photography career and rebuild her working life from home. Penny talks about employing nannies, the limits of paid support, the emotional labour of constant regulation, work as respite, and how her lived experience reshaped her views on privilege, fairness, disability, and intersectionality. She describes training with Author Accelerator to become a non-fiction book proposal coach, building a business and audience through a newsletter and online visibility, and challenging myths about perfect writing conditions and the claim that everyone has a book in them. Penny also shares practical guidance for aspiring nonfiction authors - starting with the ‘why’, understanding the market, and defining a unique angle and voice. Find Penny on Instagram here Find Penny's website and more about her non-fiction book coaching here Join the conversation with me on Instagram here The women Penny recommended were Caro Giles and Suzy Reading (scroll back to episode 2 to hear her story!)

    1h 8m
  2. The Confidence Project 003: Inner Work & Self-Trust

    FEB 11 · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    The Confidence Project 003: Inner Work & Self-Trust

    Join me and ⁠Helen Dudzinska ⁠as we dive into inner work and self-trust, and how we can't do this work without first having systemic awareness. A deep dive - a lot to process and think about, and some practical thoughts too! Find the tool Helen mentioned below: https://helendudzinska.com/be-the-one And for more information on working 1:1 to Helen click below: https://helendudzinska.com/naturabornleader

    53 min
  3. Pricing as Logic and Sales Without the Shame with Sara Dalrymple

    FEB 9

    Pricing as Logic and Sales Without the Shame with Sara Dalrymple

    In this episode I speak with Sara Dalrymple - a speaker, mentor, and author with a wealth of experience in the language and logic of money, sales and self-promotion. We delve into Sara’s early career in banking, where she came to grips with the inequities women face despite hard work and dedication. Sara shares invaluable insights on pricing, explaining that it should be driven by logic rather than emotion. We also explore the nuances of sales, highlighting that it’s about creating mutual value and genuine connection rather than being pushy. Sara emphasises the importance of community and collective improvement for women entrepreneurs to achieve financial sustainability and self-advocacy. This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with sales and pricing in their business. Find Sara on Instagram here Find her website (and book!) here The woman that Sara shouted out was Steph Caswell Join the conversation with me on Instagram here -------- This episode is sponsored by ⁠Hawkins Laxton & Co⁠ - the personal branding and thought-leadership specialists supporting senior leaders, founders, and business owners to grow their professional profile in a tough and noisy market. If you know you need a stronger personal brand - one that actually reflects your strengths, your expertise, and the direction you're heading - Clare and Sian offer a brilliant process to help you get there. You'll get a full audit of your current personal brand, a 90-minute 1:1 session to uncover your signature strengths and values, and a bespoke personal brand narrative alongside a three-month thought-leadership plan. They'll also give you a digital and social optimisation strategy, plus a final implementation session so you walk away with a clear, confident personal brand - and a practical plan to grow your credibility, activate your community, and communicate with ease. Their clients describe the experience as game-changing, creative, confidence-boosting, and genuinely career-shifting. If you want support with personal branding, thought leadership, or media training, get in touch with Clare and Sian at ⁠hawkinslaxton.com⁠, or email clare@hawkinslaxton.com or sian@hawkinslaxton.com.

    1h 18m
  4. Voicenotes from The Confidence Project #3

    FEB 3 · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Voicenotes from The Confidence Project #3

    On the inevitable fish...

    5 min
  5. #103: A Walk on the Beach that Became a Global Success: Becca Stearn's Story to Building Mustard Made

    FEB 2

    #103: A Walk on the Beach that Became a Global Success: Becca Stearn's Story to Building Mustard Made

    In this episode I speak to Becca Stearn, co-founder of Mustard Made, the global locker brand. Becca shares her honest and unconventional journey from an unplanned pregnancy in her university days to launching a successful, unique locker business with her sister that has gone onto global success. We delve into her non-linear path, the inspiration behind Mustard Made, and the challenges of scaling a company rapidly. Becca also discusses the mindset shifts required when your business grows faster than expected, the role of sustainability in her company, and the importance of hiring the right people. Her story is a brilliant reminder that you don’t need a perfect plan to build something substantial; you just need to keep taking the next steps and adapt as you grow. Find Mustard Made online here Find them on Instagram here Join the conversation with me on Instagram here The person that Becca shouted out was Fiona Killackey ------------ This episode is sponsored by ⁠Hawkins Laxton & Co⁠ - the personal branding and thought-leadership specialists supporting senior leaders, founders, and business owners to grow their professional profile in a tough and noisy market. If you know you need a stronger personal brand - one that actually reflects your strengths, your expertise, and the direction you're heading - Clare and Sian offer a brilliant process to help you get there. You'll get a full audit of your current personal brand, a 90-minute 1:1 session to uncover your signature strengths and values, and a bespoke personal brand narrative alongside a three-month thought-leadership plan. They'll also give you a digital and social optimisation strategy, plus a final implementation session so you walk away with a clear, confident personal brand - and a practical plan to grow your credibility, activate your community, and communicate with ease. Their clients describe the experience as game-changing, creative, confidence-boosting, and genuinely career-shifting. If you want support with personal branding, thought leadership, or media training, get in touch with Clare and Sian at ⁠hawkinslaxton.com⁠, or email clare@hawkinslaxton.com or sian@hawkinslaxton.com.

    1h 17m
  6. Voice notes from The Confidence Project #2

    JAN 27 · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Voice notes from The Confidence Project #2

    A little voice note on the confidence in decision-making, when things feel more easeful in business.

    5 min
  7. #102 From Passion-Driven Re-Brand to a Brilliant Product: Fliss Newland's 'Sweet' Story

    JAN 26

    #102 From Passion-Driven Re-Brand to a Brilliant Product: Fliss Newland's 'Sweet' Story

    In this episode, I speak to Fliss Newland, powerhouse young founder of Wild Thingz, a fun and innovative lower sugar sweet brand. We discuss her career transition from working with major retail brands like Mondelez to acquiring and rebranding a 40-year-old vegan sweet business - and the untapped opportunity that exists when taking on a business that already exists!  Fliss shares her insights on the challenges of growth and letting go of control, the importance of brand over constant innovation, and the practical challenges of starting and scaling a business. We also delve into topics like the power of consistent messaging, the role of women in leadership, and the importance of creating an inclusive work culture, especially for working mothers. Fliss’s journey is a testament to finding opportunity in unexpected places and the power of positive mental attitude - she has a brilliant energy and I know you'll take loads from this episode.  Find Wild Thingz online here Find Wild Thinz on Instagram here  The woman Fliss shouted out was Jennifer Spurr  Don't forget to join the conversation with me on Instagram here  -------- This episode is sponsored by Hawkins Laxton & Co - the personal branding and thought-leadership specialists supporting senior leaders, founders, and business owners to grow their professional profile in a tough and noisy market. If you know you need a stronger personal brand - one that actually reflects your strengths, your expertise, and the direction you're heading - Clare and Sian offer a brilliant process to help you get there. You'll get a full audit of your current personal brand, a 90-minute 1:1 session to uncover your signature strengths and values, and a bespoke personal brand narrative alongside a three-month thought-leadership plan. They'll also give you a digital and social optimisation strategy, plus a final implementation session so you walk away with a clear, confident personal brand - and a practical plan to grow your credibility, activate your community, and communicate with ease. Their clients describe the experience as game-changing, creative, confidence-boosting, and genuinely career-shifting. If you want support with personal branding, thought leadership, or media training, get in touch with Clare and Sian at hawkinslaxton.com, or email clare@hawkinslaxton.com or sian@hawkinslaxton.com.

    1h 6m
  8. #101: Being Rich and Rested: The Currency of Transformation with Yinka Ewuola

    JAN 19

    #101: Being Rich and Rested: The Currency of Transformation with Yinka Ewuola

    A must-listen! Prepare for a mind-stretching conversation that will challenge your perspective in the best way, as I talk all things money with Yinka Ewuola, an incredible entrepreneur and thought leader, about her inspiring journey from Goldman Sachs to supporting women in business. We delve into her experiences with workplace adversity, and the cultural influences that shaped her perspectives on money and success. Yinka shares her insights on the critical role of cash flow in sustaining and growing a business, what success actually means for businesses, the impact of good girl conditioning, and the transformative power of sending money on assignment. This episode is packed with valuable advice for female founders and business owners looking to redefine success and achieve financial freedom. It might just help you think completely differently about money - in the best way! Yinka's story is a testament to resilience, purpose, and the pursuit of equitable wins for all.  Find Yinka on LinkedIn here  The women Yinka shouted out were Sharon Hurley Hall and Kemi Atijosen and Ronke Kokoruwe Don't forget to join in the conversation with me on Instagram here  And you can apply to join my community for female founders here  -------------- This episode is sponsored by Hawkins Laxton & Co - the personal branding and thought-leadership specialists supporting senior leaders, founders, and business owners to grow their professional profile in a tough and noisy market. If you know you need a stronger personal brand - one that actually reflects your strengths, your expertise, and the direction you're heading - Clare and Sian offer a brilliant process to help you get there. You'll get a full audit of your current personal brand, a 90-minute 1:1 session to uncover your signature strengths and values, and a bespoke personal brand narrative alongside a three-month thought-leadership plan. They'll also give you a digital and social optimisation strategy, plus a final implementation session so you walk away with a clear, confident personal brand - and a practical plan to grow your credibility, activate your community, and communicate with ease. Their clients describe the experience as game-changing, creative, confidence-boosting, and genuinely career-shifting. If you want support with personal branding, thought leadership, or media training, get in touch with Clare and Sian at hawkinslaxton.com, or email clare@hawkinslaxton.com or sian@hawkinslaxton.com.

    1h 11m
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Nicky Denson-Elliott talks to a host of women about their career paths, from early memories of work through careers advice (or lack of it), and first jobs, up to present day. With all their insight and learnings along the way, these conversations are designed to both inspire and empower women in their own career journeys.

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  • Creator
    Nicky Denson-Elliott
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    118
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Nicky Denson-Elliott
  • Show Website
    Women's Business
  • Provider
    Nicola Elliott