We started a business, send help!

We Started a Business, Send Help!
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This isn’t your typical startup podcast. No billionaire backstories, just the real, messy, in-the-trenches journey of building businesses from scratch while parenting, bootstrapping, and Googling everything (sometimes crying). Each week, we share our wins, fails, and WTF moments, with real experts giving actually helpful advice to get us—and you—unstuck. Thinking of starting a business? Already in deep? Welcome to We Started a Business: Send Help! Nic (Founder of Wear the Stars and Tallohouse) + George (The W Agency and The Manifesto Studio)

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  1. 6 NGÀY TRƯỚC

    Ep 9: Finding the right supplier (and dodgy car park deals)

    This week, we’re reflecting on the weekly highs, lows and lessons of running our businesses. Nicola shares her journey of finding a new supplier and manufacturer for her upcoming styling products, covering everything from late night video calls and factory tours to unexpected challenges like small claims courts and less-than-ideal cash/product handovers in dodgy car parks. It’s a no-filter look at the realities behind the scenes: the wins, the mistakes, and the messy middle we’re still navigating. Thanks for listening, and see you next week when we’re joined by one of our brilliant guest experts! Nicola + George x

    30 phút

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    Ep 8: Blogging hell: make your blogs work harder (without selling your soul to SEO)

    Blogs don’t have to be boring (or just endless walls of text stuffed with keywords). In this episode, we’re joined by Cath Lyon, a B2B content strategist who knows how to turn plain old blogs into real engines for growth. Cath walks us through the practical stuff that actually matters like how to pick topics people care about, write posts that sound human, and structure your content so it’s easy (and fun) to read. If you’ve ever stared at a blank page wondering “What should I even write about?” or hit publish only to hear crickets, this episode is packed with advice you can actually use to get people reading, engaging, and coming back for more. Shout outs this episode go to: Google analyticsMill Media (Cath's fave blog)Hemmingway editor (A brill writing and reading editor)

    42 phút

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    Ep. 7. Self-sabotage: How to get out of your own way

    Ever stopped yourself from posting on socials? Convinced your brilliant idea is actually shite before anyone even sees it? Talked yourself out of doing the one thing that could actually move your business forward? Yeah… hi, welcome to the self-sabotage gang. It’s way more crowded than you think. This week, Nic and George are calling themselves out. From summer brain-fog to overthinking spirals, they’re unpacking all the ways they trip over their own feet, and the messy, trial-and-error ways they use to get unstuck. Spoiler: nobody’s got this figured out, but at least we can talk about it and be honest. So, if you’ve ever realised your biggest business enemy is actually… you in bed, scrolling Insta at 2 a.m., congrats, this episode is for you! Shout-outs this episode go to: Naturally Nourished with Meeta Mel RobbinsDr Joe DispenzaHay House High Performance Planner

    27 phút

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    Ep 6: Stop talking like a robot (your customers will thank you)

    This week, we speak to Lisa Taylor, brand voice pro and founder of Can I Have a Word?. From working in big beauty to running her own biz, Lisa knows the highs, lows, and awkward in-betweens of building a brand. They dig into why your tone of voice is everything, how to actually name your business without sounding like everyone else, and what it takes to create a brand people remember (and love). Takeaways Know who you’re talking to (your audience runs the show).Your tone = your brand’s personality, so make it count.Ditch the generic. Be bold, be you (with less swearing :-)).Don’t let AI make your copy sound like a robot. Filter it first!Always check if that dream name is actually available online. Name drops this episode go to the amazing The 51% Club, Heist House Studios, Who Gives a Crap, and more. Thanks for listening and we hope this little insights help you. Nic + George x

    52 phút

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    Ep 5: The summer holiday work, rest, and reset

    Summer brings the great juggle: kids off school, clients slowing down, sunny days calling you outside… and your business whispering “don’t forget me!” In this episode, we dive into how to enjoy the rest of the holidays without setting you up for chaos when you come back. From practical prep to stock clear-outs and getting service-based businesses client-ready, we’re here with tips and stories to help you start September feeling calm, not crushed.

    33 phút

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    Ep. 4: Niche please: stop trying to be for everyone!

    If your business is for everyone, it’s for no one. This week, we dig into the power of niching down and why focusing on a clear, specific customer can help you stand out. And it’s a special one: our first ever guest expert episode with Tamsin Rennie, founder of Monroe Creative, and a pretty powerful brand and website strategist. Free tools Tamsin mentions and that are super helpful: Ideal Client workbook: https://www.monroecreative.co.uk/ideal-client-workbookBrand Clarity workbook: https://www.monroecreative.co.uk/brand-clarity-mini-course  Guys, we finally have intro music! Thanks to the help from podcast editor extraordinaire, Sarah from @wearesigmasocial. See you next week.

    38 phút

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    Ep. 3: The idea: does it have legs?

    Everyone loves your business idea, especially your mum and bestie. But what happens when you take it outside the group chat? This week, we’re talking about idea validation: how to find out if your idea actually has legs without spending loads of time or money. We cover why friends and family support is lovely, but not enough, and how to get feedback from people who don’t know (or love) you. From free tools like email sign-up pages to scrappy prototypes, we’re sharing practical, low-budget ways to test the waters before diving in. Still no intro music (but we have a brilliant local editor coming to help!) and our first proper expert guest is live next week!

    26 phút

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    Ep 2: Why start a business (are you OK?)

    Starting a business is wild. Especially when you're doing it from your kitchen table with naff-all budget and no backup plan. In this episode, we’re digging into the real question: why the hell did you start a business in the first place? Because if you don’t know your "why", trust us, you're going to feel lost fast. The stats don’t lie: 1 in 5 businesses in the UK fail within five years. So if you're just in it for the money, there are easier ways. But if there's something deeper driving you, we’ll help you uncover it and use it to stay focused when things get chaotic (which they will). We’re sharing our own messy, unfiltered startup journey. The highs, lows, and awkward in-betweens, so you don’t feel alone in yours. Experts are coming soon, but for now, it’s just us (still no intro or outro music!), figuring it out in real time. Let’s go! Unofficial sponsor Trip Drinks keeping us calm this summer. Shout-out to the amazing The Five Hour Club, mentioned in this episode and perfect for parents hustling in school hours.

    20 phút

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    Ep 1: So, what is this podcast? Snack Vans. Fashion. Beef Fat and more.

    In this intro episode, we set the scene: Who we are, what we’ve tried (and failed) at in business, and what this podcast is really about. We’re sharing the highs, lows, and in-betweens of building a business from your kitchen table with next to no budget in real-time. It’s honest, messy, and a bit chaotic, but the experts are coming soon. Oh, and we’re still figuring out how to add music. Bear with us.

    15 phút
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This isn’t your typical startup podcast. No billionaire backstories, just the real, messy, in-the-trenches journey of building businesses from scratch while parenting, bootstrapping, and Googling everything (sometimes crying). Each week, we share our wins, fails, and WTF moments, with real experts giving actually helpful advice to get us—and you—unstuck. Thinking of starting a business? Already in deep? Welcome to We Started a Business: Send Help! Nic (Founder of Wear the Stars and Tallohouse) + George (The W Agency and The Manifesto Studio)

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