Showing Up with Vicki Knights

Vicki Knights
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The 'Showing Up with Vicki Knights' podcast is for purpose-led business owners who want to show up with joyful confidence. In this top-rated podcast, we unwrap the layers of getting visible and building a truly personal brand while staying completely and utterly you. Are you tired of being told you need to post more, shout louder or be someone you're not? Me too. That's why this podcast is about unlearning the noisy advice and finding your own way of being seen - one that feels joyful and true to you. In each episode, I'll share honest insights and strategies to help you build your personal brand and show up in your business even when self-doubt or comparison creep in. You'll also hear powerful conversations with inspiring guests who will be sharing how they learnt to show up with joy. I'm Vicki Knights - a Visibility Strategist, a Positive Psychology Practitioner and one of the UK's leading Brand Photographers - with over 20 years of branding and marketing experience and on a mission to help business owners to be seen (without burning out or pretending to be someone they're not). Follow Vicki on Instagram: @iamvickiknights Find out more: https://vickiknights.co.uk

  1. 54. How Creating Something Tangible Can Grow Your Visibility with Fay Wallis

    3H AGO

    54. How Creating Something Tangible Can Grow Your Visibility with Fay Wallis

    In this episode I’m joined by founder of Bright Sky HR and host of podcast HR Coffee Time, Fay Wallis and we’re talking about what happens when you turn your expertise into something tangible. Fay is the creator of the Essential HR Planner, a beautifully designed physical planner that has become widely recognised in her industry. She now sells over 1,000 copies a year. But this conversation is not about glossy success stories. It’s about what it really takes to build something physical in a digital world. We talk about the emotional ups and downs, the stress, the learning curves, the evolution year by year and why creating a tangible product can position you in a way that content alone sometimes cannot. If you’ve ever thought about writing a book, creating a planner, launching a journal or packaging your expertise into something people can actually hold in their hands, this episode will give you a grounded and honest perspective. We talk about: How Fay went from a simple 19-page PDF to a nationally recognised hardback plannerThe difference between revenue and authority when it comes to tangible productsWhy physical products can build trust and credibility in a powerful wayThe emotional reality of launching something annuallyHow a product can quietly become the thing you’re known for This conversation is a reminder that visibility isn’t always about being louder online. Sometimes it’s about building something meaningful and letting that speak for you. Connect with Fay: LinkedIn Bright Sky HR website Essential HR Planner Connect with Vicki: Take the visibility archetype quiz Follow me on Instagram: @iamvickiknights Check out my website Ready to work together? Book a branding photo shoot with me Find out about my visibility coaching Find out more about The Visibility Retreat Grab The Confidence Toolkit for just £15 Get my self-paced course, UNCOVER YOUR MAGIC (Use the code SHOWING UP for 10% off)

    52 min

  2. FEB 4

    53. The 4 Visibility Archetypes (and what’s really holding you back)

    Visibility isn’t one-size-fits-all, even though the internet often makes it sound like it is. In this episode of Showing Up, I’m unpacking the four different Visibility Archetypes and why understanding yours can completely change the way you show up in your business. After working with thousands of business owners through photography, coaching, retreats and masterminds, I kept noticing the same thing: two people could follow the exact same visibility advice and have wildly different experiences. One would feel confident, grounded and aligned. The other would feel exposed, awkward or like they were performing. That difference isn’t about willpower, confidence or knowing how to “do” social media properly. It’s about how you’re wired to show up. In this episode, I talk about: Why generic visibility advice so often falls flatThe patterns I kept seeing in how people respond to being visibleWhat’s really going on beneath the surface when visibility feels hardThe four visibility archetypes and the hidden blocks that come with each oneHow this all links back to my SEEN framework and showing up in a way that feels sustainable Most people don’t sit neatly in just one archetype. We move between them depending on the season we’re in, our confidence levels and what’s going on in our lives. The real value isn’t in labelling yourself, but in understanding which pattern is driving your decisions right now, and what that means for your consistency, confidence and clarity. If visibility has ever felt exhausting, confusing or like you’re doing all the “right” things but still not getting the results you want, this episode will help you see why. Take the Visibility QuizConnect with Vicki: Follow me on Instagram: @iamvickiknights Check out my website Ready to work together? Book a branding photo shoot with me Find out about my visibility coaching Find out more about The Visibility Retreat Grab The Confidence Toolkit for just £15 Get my self-paced course, UNCOVER YOUR MAGIC (Use the code SHOWING UP for 10% off)

    23 min
  3. 52. The Power of Showing Up In Person and Real-World Networking with Lauren Hopkins

    JAN 20

    52. The Power of Showing Up In Person and Real-World Networking with Lauren Hopkins

    What if you're not 'bad at networking' - you're just doing it your way? In this episode, I'm joined by VA agency founder, Lauren Hopkins for an honest conversation about in-person visibility, networking nerves, and what actually happens when you show up as yourself rather than trying to perform. Lauren also shares her experience of coming on my Visibility Retreat two years ago and how it transformed her relationship with visibility. Find out more about The Visibility Retreat here: https://vickiknights.co.uk/business-retreat-entrepreneurs-uk We talk about the difference between surface-level connections and deeper ones, why you don't have to "work the room" and how to make sure a networking event is warm and welcoming. This episode is especially for you if: networking leaves you questioning whether you're doing it "right"showing up in person feels more draining than posting onlineor you're quietly wondering if visibility can look different It's a thoughtful, reassuring conversation that challenges the idea that visibility has to look loud or performative, and reminds us that showing up in person can be powerful, even when it feels uncomfortable. Connect with Lauren: Lauren Hopkins VA Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurenhopkinsva/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-hopkins-91568b21a/ Women's Work Social Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/womensworksocial/ Connect with Vicki: Take my visibility archetype quiz: https://vickiknights.co.uk/quiz Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamvickiknights Website: https://vickiknights.co.uk Ready to work together? Book a BRANDING SHOOT with me: https://vickiknights.co.uk/brand-photography-services Get my self-paced course, UNCOVER YOUR MAGIC: https://vickiknights.co.uk/magic (Use the code SHOWING UP for 10% off) Grab my Confidence Toolkit for just £15: https://vickiknights.co.uk/toolkit

    59 min

  4. JAN 12

    51. What 50 Episodes Taught Me About Visibility

    I've now recorded 50 episodes of Showing Up, and for my first episode of 2026, I wanted to take stock and reflect on what this podcast has taught me so far. This is a solo episode where I share the three biggest lessons that have come up again and again through conversations about visibility, confidence, and being seen. Lessons that I've learned not just from my guests, but from showing up myself, month after month, long after the initial shine wore off. I also pull back the curtain on where I'm at personally and professionally, why presence is my word for 2026, and how that's shaping some of the choices I'm making this year, both in my business and at home. If you're not looking forward to the thought of showing up more in 2026, this episode is for you. In this episode, I talk about: What consistency really looks like once the novelty fades Why clarity makes fear feel quieter How finding your way of showing up makes visibility sustainable Why confidence is built through action, not before it Why presence matters so much to me this year Connect with Vicki: Follow me on Instagram: @iamvickiknights Take my new Visibility Archetype quiz: https://vickiknights.co.uk/quiz Website: https://vickiknights.co.uk Ready to work together? Book a BRANDING SHOOT with me: https://vickiknights.co.uk/brand-photography-services Join the waitlist for my UK Visibility Retreat in September 2026: https://vickiknights.co.uk/business-retreat-entrepreneurs-uk Get my self-paced course, UNCOVER YOUR MAGIC: https://vickiknights.co.uk/magic Grab the Confidence Toolkit for just £15 https://vickiknights.co.uk/toolkit (Use the code SHOWING UP for 10% off)

    23 min
  5. 50. How to be visible even when it feels scary with Oli Cooke

    12/09/2025

    50. How to be visible even when it feels scary with Oli Cooke

    This week I'm joined by Oli Cooke, a Mindset and Performance Coach who helps driven entrepreneurs create success without all the internal side effects. After living with anxiety for most of his life, Oli now supports business owners to grow in a way that actually feels good, not just looks impressive. In our conversation we dig into visibility, courage and the messy human bits underneath growth. Here are some of the topics we talk about: what it really takes to do the thing even when fear is coming along for the ridewhy busy work feels safe - and how to spot when you're hiding behind ithow to shift the focus from "How do I sound?" to "Who might this help?"why not every shiny opportunity is meant for youand a surprisingly grounding conversation about AI… and whether it's actually saving time or just swallowing it If you're standing on the edge of something bigger - a talk, a pitch, a new level in your business - you're going to love this conversation. Connect with Oli Website: https://olicookecoaching.com/ Instagram: @olicooke.coaching Connect with Vicki: Follow me on Instagram: @iamvickiknights Grab my free visibility guide: https://vickiknights.co.uk/visibility Website: https://vickiknights.co.uk Ready to work together? Find out more about my new offering, The Visibility Experience: https://vickiknights.co.uk/visibility-COACHING Book a BRANDING SHOOT with me: https://vickiknights.co.uk/brand-photography-services Join my UK Visibility Retreat in September 2026: https://vickiknights.co.uk/business-retreat-entrepreneurs-uk Get my self-paced course, UNCOVER YOUR MAGIC: https://vickiknights.co.uk/magic (Use the code SHOWING UP for 10% off) Grab The Confidence Toolkit for just £15: https://vickiknights.co.uk/toolkit

    53 min

  6. 11/25/2025

    49. The Real Reasons Your Podcast Pitches Get Ignored

    Have you been pitching to guest on podcasts but only getting crickets in return? After 7 years of hosting two podcasts and receiving hundreds of pitches, I've seen exactly why some guests get an instant yes… and why others get an instant delete. And it's rarely the reason people think. In this episode, I'm sharing the real reasons pitches get ignored - the behind-the-scenes truths most hosts never actually say out loud - and the small shifts that make a huge difference. Before we dive into that, I'm also talking about two visibility moments from the past couple of weeks that pushed me right out of my comfort zone: • the vulnerable Instagram post I nearly didn't share • and my first paid keynote to a room of senior leaders … and what both reminded me about showing up even when it feels a bit scary. In this episode, you'll learn: - what hosts are actually looking for (it's not what you think) - the sneaky red flags that make a pitch an automatic no - how to make your pitch stand out before you've even written a word - the simple way to get invited back again and again If you want to start landing podcast guest spots - and doing it in a way that feels generous and human - this episode will show you how. Listen now and discover what really makes a podcast host say "yes". Connect with Vicki: Follow me on Instagram: @iamvickiknights Grab my free visibility guide: https://vickiknights.co.uk/visibility Website: https://vickiknights.co.uk Ready to work together? Book a BRANDING SHOOT with me: https://vickiknights.co.uk/brand-photography-services Join the waitlist for my UK Visibility Retreat in September 2026: https://vickiknights.co.uk/business-retreat-entrepreneurs-uk Get my self-paced course to get deep clarity on your brand - UNCOVER YOUR MAGIC: https://vickiknights.co.uk/magic (Use the code SHOWING UP for 10% off) Grab my Confidence Toolkit including 6 mindset audios for just £15 - https://vickiknights.co.uk/toolkit

    26 min

  7. 11/04/2025

    48. Being Seen: The Truth About Women and Visibility at Work with Antonia Taylor

    What does it really mean to be seen? And why, even in 2025, does visibility still come with such a cost for so many women? In this episode, I'm joined by Antonia Taylor, a PR and communications strategist who helps businesses amplify women's voices and build cultures where female leadership can thrive. She's also the author of the powerful white paper Being Seen: Women, Leadership and Visibility at Work, which was released just last month. In this episode, we talk about: The paradox of visibility - how women are often overlooked when they stay quiet, yet criticised when they step into the spotlight. Why playing small can be just as harmful to us as pushing too hard. Why some people don't resonate with the term 'personal branding' and what they prefer instead How to make visibility sustainable, with Antonia's practical tips from her contributors for building it into your everyday routine. Why visibility is activism - how one woman showing up makes it safer for others to do the same. How to "loop it through your heart" so your visibility feels authentic, not performative. This is one of those conversations that stays with you long after you've listened - thoughtful, honest, and full of wisdom about showing up as your real self. Connect with Antonia: Download the Being Seen white paper: https://www.antoniataylorpr.com/being-seen/ Follow Antonia on Instagram: @antoniataylorpr Connect with Vicki: Follow me on Instagram: @iamvickiknights Grab my free visibility guide: https://vickiknights.co.uk/visibility Website: https://vickiknights.co.uk Ready to work together? 📸 Book a BRANDING SHOOT with me: https://vickiknights.co.uk/brand-photography-services Join the waitlist for my UK Visibility Retreat in September 2026: https://vickiknights.co.uk/business-retreat-entrepreneurs-uk Get my self-paced course, UNCOVER YOUR MAGIC: https://vickiknights.co.uk/magic (Use the code SHOWING UP for 10% off) Get the Confidence Toolkit - powerful mindset audios to help you show up with confidence https://vickiknights.co.uk/toolkit

    1h 1m

  8. 10/20/2025

    47. What My SEEN Launch Taught Me About Showing Up

    In this episode, I'm sharing a really honest look behind the scenes of my recent SEEN mastermind launch - the moments that went well, the bits that felt uncomfortable, and everything I learned along the way. You'll hear the messy middle that often gets left out of the glossy "sold-out" posts - the quiet weeks, the mindset wobbles, and the realisations that came from trusting the process and staying aligned to my values. I also talk about: - The mindset challenge of 'selling through the silence' - The two things I did that sold the final places - Why integrity and alignment will always come before fast results - How I plan to evolve SEEN for its next round If you've ever launched something and found yourself doubting everything halfway through, I think you'll find this episode both reassuring and motivating. Listen in to hear the full debrief - what worked, what didn't, and the lessons I'll be taking into my next launch. Join the waitlist to hear about my next round of SEEN - https://vickiknights.co.uk/mastermind Grab my confidence toolkit – a collection of mindset audios to support you in those wobbly moments: https://vickiknights.co.uk/toolkit Connect with Vicki: Follow me on Instagram: @iamvickiknights Grab my free visibility guide: https://vickiknights.co.uk/visibility Website: https://vickiknights.co.uk Ready to work together? Book a BRANDING SHOOT with me: https://vickiknights.co.uk/brand-photography-services Get my self-paced course, UNCOVER YOUR MAGIC: https://vickiknights.co.uk/magic Use code SHOWINGUP to get 10% off. Join the waitlist for my UK Visibility Retreat in September 2026: https://vickiknights.co.uk/business-retreat-entrepreneurs-uk

    32 min
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The 'Showing Up with Vicki Knights' podcast is for purpose-led business owners who want to show up with joyful confidence. In this top-rated podcast, we unwrap the layers of getting visible and building a truly personal brand while staying completely and utterly you. Are you tired of being told you need to post more, shout louder or be someone you're not? Me too. That's why this podcast is about unlearning the noisy advice and finding your own way of being seen - one that feels joyful and true to you. In each episode, I'll share honest insights and strategies to help you build your personal brand and show up in your business even when self-doubt or comparison creep in. You'll also hear powerful conversations with inspiring guests who will be sharing how they learnt to show up with joy. I'm Vicki Knights - a Visibility Strategist, a Positive Psychology Practitioner and one of the UK's leading Brand Photographers - with over 20 years of branding and marketing experience and on a mission to help business owners to be seen (without burning out or pretending to be someone they're not). Follow Vicki on Instagram: @iamvickiknights Find out more: https://vickiknights.co.uk

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  • Creator
    Vicki Knights
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Vicki Knights 2026. All rights reserved.
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