14 episodes
Bad Business Claire Owen-Jones
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Two business owners talk about examples of bad business in TV shows and films. In each episode Claire is joined by a fellow business owner to talk about the lies, misrepresentations, and all round bad business advice in a chosen TV programme or film. We’ll cover everything from The Apprentice through to Fireman Sam. Some episodes will be informative, some may be education and others will simply be two business owners having a breakdown. Hosted by Claire from Loud and Clear Accounting Produced by Emily Crosby MediaTheme Tune by AxolotMusica Artwork by Alternative Aesthetics
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The Intern - Can women really run successful businesses?
What will women do without men to guide and support them?Claire is joined by content and copywriter, Michelle Eshkeri, to talk about the bad business in the 2015 film The Intern.In this episode we discuss:How surely a 70 year old can use a computer.Why women can be successful, have a family and also friends.Not every business situation needs a man.Find out more about Michelle at https://www.letmewrite.co.ukThis podcast is presented by Claire Owen-Jones of Loud and Clear Accounting www.loudand...
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Neighbours - Is it okay to be evil in the name of business?
Can you do whatever you want, no matter how evil or reckless, if you are in business?Claire is joined by business and mindset coach, Lauren Malone, to talk about the bad business in the long running Australian soap, Neighbours.In this episode we discuss:How in soap land, if you are a lawyer or doctor, you can do everything people ask.If you wear a suit, it means you are business. And business is rich and powerful.How your business decisions tell people what kind of a person you are. Find...
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Wallace and Gromit - What were they doing with the rabbits?
Is this just an eccentric man who is rubbish at running a business?Claire is joined by brand copywriter and tone of voice consultant, Matt Drzymala, to talk about the bad business in the 2005 film, Wallace and Gromit: the case of the were-rabbit.In this episode we discuss:Why is everyone so supportive of this man and his businesses?What were they planning on doing with all the rabbits?Does Wallace actually have a fantastic business plan?Find out more about Matt at https://www.indeliblethink.c...
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Kinky Boots: Why is it always someone else’s problem?
Is Kinky Boots still a progressive film about niching?Claire is joined by leadership and development coach and trainer, Al Pacifico-France, to talk about the bad business in the 2005 film, Kinky Boots.In this episode we discuss:Can you niche in community you have no interest in?Can you leave the inclusion within your organisation to the employees?Does this film try to make "othering" seem okay?Find out more about Al’s diversity and inclusion training here: https://www.evosis.co.ukThis podcast...
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Postman Pat: How does this man still have a job?
Can a high level of confidence create a successful business?Claire is joined by freelance graphic designer and founder of the Doing It For The Kids community, Frankie Tortora, to talk about the bad business in the children's show Postman Pat: Special Delivery Service. The epiosde we focus on is Series 1, Episode 1: The Runaway Cow. In this episode we discuss:How does the Special Delivery service actually work?Can you trust a man from Royal Mail more than experts?Can a confident person tr...
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Flipping Bangers: Is it that easy to double our money?
What happens when your business model is flawed from the start?Claire is joined by classic car and motorbike enthusiast and also fellow accountant, Linda Booth, to talk about the bad business in the Discovery Plus series Flipping Bangers.Can unrealistic deadlines force you to make good decisions?Can you use friends and family to increase your profits?What happens if your business model is flawed from the start?Find out more about Linda at https://www.wedothebooks.co.ukThis podcast is presente...