55 episodes
Two pints of lager and a spreadsheet Blu Sky
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Every entrepreneur, business owner and businessperson has a back story. Join us as we chat with inspiring individuals and successful business owners who tell us theirs. We uncover the events that got them to where they are today - the triumphs, and of course, the bumps along the way.
We’re a passionate bunch of cloud accountants from the North East, Co-founders of Blu Sky, Dave and Jon, have been through the business growth journey themselves. From their converted pub of an office, they put the world to rights over a virtual pint (or non-alcoholic beverage of choice!)
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Ep.55 Ross Latta, Enterprise Resource Planning, NetSuite and AI
We’re joined by Co-founder and CEO of Macrofin, Ross Latta. You’ll hear us discuss the FinTech space, NetSuite consultancy, and ERP implementations. We also discuss fostering a growth mindset, building a collaborative work environment, emotional intelligence, and the befits of a hybrid work model.
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Ep.54 Tom Hebden and Jodie Pepper, embracing the journey and living your purpose
We're joined by Ride the Tide Founders Tom Hebden and Jodie Pepper who tell us why they left their corporate jobs to start building their personal growth and wellness business. You'll hear us cover several important topics including workplace wellbeing, tackling stress, personal growth, dealing with conflict and finding your purpose.
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Ep.53 Andy Cristin, finding your niche
We’re joined by fractional CFO and best-selling author Andy Cristin. You’ll hear us discuss a whole range of topics including how being niche can help you be profitable and saleable, accountability, remaining focused, the importance of having a good mentor and a sounding board. You’ll also hear our top tips for setting up a successful business, and everything you should expect when you exit it.
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Ep.52 Gill Hunter, what’s the worst that could happen?
We're joined by Square One Law’s Gill Hunter. We chat through Gill’s career, from studying geography, to becoming one of the North East’s first tech lawyers. Together we cover tackling challenges and fearlessness, the need for prioritising team well-being, and creating an inclusive culture within the professional services industry.
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Ep.51 Jessica Williams, sales, grit and determination
We're joined by founder and CEO of Just Williams, Jessica
Williams. In this episode you’ll hear us discuss a whole range of topics including, sales psychology, building relationships, B Corp certification, emotional intelligence and business leadership. We also cover high performing teams, grit, resilience, physical and mental fitness. -
Ep.50 Katrina Appleyard, making better decisions for future generations
We're joined by strategy and sustainability expert Katrina Appleyard of Appleshed Consulting. This episode covers ESG and implementing a strategy, the B Corp process and building a better future. Together we cover the importance of making better decisions now to help future generations. Along with why climate education and a hands on approach will shape future connections with the planet and the need to protect it.