Riverport Business Podcast

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Riverport Business Club, based in St Ives Cambridgeshire launches a series of podcasts where business owners talk about their experiences in business.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    Buy Existing or Build New? The Truth About Business Ownership | Ryan McCormick

    Welcome back to the Riverport Business Podcast! In this episode, we explore the entrepreneurial strategy of buying an existing business instead of starting from scratch. Ryan McCormick shares his experience on how to buy a business that is already trading and profitable. This discussion offers valuable business tips for those considering small business acquisition to achieve quicker growth. https://impressionscs.co.uk/ About the Riverport Business Club The Riverport Business Club is a friendly and supportive community of local business owners, meeting weekly in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The club helps members grow through networking, collaboration, and shared experience, building stronger connections across the Riverport region. https://riverportbusinessclub.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/riverportbusinessclub https://www.instagram.com/riverportstives/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverport-business-club-st-ives/ Filmed, produced, and edited by Riverport Media. Find out more at https://riverportmedia.co.uk

    38 min

  2. Apr 28

    AI is Making Job Applications Harder to Stand Out | Becky Stock

    Welcome back to the Riverport Business Podcast! In this episode, we tackle how artificial intelligence is shaping the modern job application process. We discuss the challenges and opportunities AI presents for those looking for jobs, offering essential job search advice to help candidates stand out. Join us to understand the future of work and how to refine your resume in an AI-driven world. WinningCVs : https://winningcvs.com/ About the Riverport Business Club:The Riverport Business Club is a friendly and supportive community of local business owners, meeting weekly in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The club helps members grow through networking, collaboration, and shared experience, building stronger connections across the Riverport region. https://riverportbusinessclub.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/riverportbusinessclub https://www.instagram.com/riverportstives/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverport-business-club-st-ives/Filmed, produced, and edited by Riverport Media. Find out more at https://riverportmedia.co.uk

    20 min

  3. Apr 21

    SEO Services Exposed: Are You Wasting Money?

    Welcome back to the Riverport Business Podcast! In this episode, Dan Hilsden joined me, and we address a common question for businesses: what is seo and how seo works. We offer practical seo tips for beginners, helping you understand search engine optimization without the jargon. This discussion aims to clarify the effectiveness of digital marketing services and ensure you're getting real value. https://www.seriouslydigital.co.uk/ About the Riverport Business Club The Riverport Business Club is a friendly and supportive community of local business owners, meeting weekly in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The club helps members grow through networking, collaboration, and shared experience, building stronger connections across the Riverport region. https://riverportbusinessclub.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/riverportbusinessclub https://www.instagram.com/riverportstives/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverport-business-club-st-ives/ Filmed, produced, and edited by Riverport Media. Find out more at https://riverportmedia.co.uk

    25 min

  4. Apr 11

    The Hiring Challenge Small Business Owners Face

    Welcome back to the Riverport Business Podcast, where today's episode addresses a common concern for any growing business: the transition from a one-person operation to building a team. Caroline White from The HR Dept offers expert advice on how to hire employees, guiding small business owners through the process of taking on their first employee. We discuss key aspects of human resources and employment law to ensure a smooth expansion. https://www.hrdept.co.uk/cambridgeshire-north-herts About the Riverport Business Club The Riverport Business Club is a friendly and supportive community of local business owners, meeting weekly in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The club helps members grow through networking, collaboration, and shared experience, building stronger connections across the Riverport region. https://riverportbusinessclub.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/riverportbusinessclub https://www.instagram.com/riverportstives/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverport-business-club-st-ives/ Filmed, produced, and edited by Riverport Media. Find out more at https://riverportmedia.co.uk

    16 min

  5. Apr 2

    Local Businesses Without Digital Strategy Are Falling Behind

    Welcome back to the Riverport Business Podcast, where today we sit down with Matt Wilson, founder of Wilson Design. Matt helps small business owners enhance their online image and build a website that creates a strong digital presence. Learn how to get noticed online with effective small business marketing strategies. https://wilsondesign.net/ About the Riverport Business Club The Riverport Business Club is a friendly and supportive community of local business owners, meeting weekly in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The club helps members grow through networking, collaboration, and shared experience, building stronger connections across the Riverport region. https://riverportbusinessclub.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/riverportbusinessclubhttps://www.instagram.com/riverportstives/https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverport-business-club-st-ives/ Filmed, produced, and edited by Riverport Media. Find out more at https://riverportmedia.co.uk

    19 min

  6. Jan 26

    The Real Estate Industry Has Completely Changed | Here's Why

    Welcome back to the Riverport Business Podcast, where today we sit down with Richard Austen from Avenue Estate Agents. We discuss his journey into the dynamic world of "real estate" and how the role of a "real estate agent" has evolved over the past decade. Richard offers valuable insights into "how to succeed in real estate" and navigating the complexities of "house sales" in today's market, sharing his expertise on the "real estate agent career" journey. About Richard Austen https://theavenue.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556796960667 https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardausten/ About the Riverport Business Club The Riverport Business Club is a friendly and supportive community of local business owners, meeting weekly in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The club helps members grow through networking, collaboration, and shared experience, building stronger connections across the Riverport region. https://riverportbusinessclub.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/riverportbusinessclub https://www.instagram.com/riverportstives/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverport-business-club-st-ives/ Filmed, produced, and edited by Riverport Media. Find out more at https://riverportmedia.co.uk 00:00 Welcome to the Riverport Business Podcast 00:01 Introducing Richard Austen from The Avenue Estate Agents 01:07 What an estate agent really does 02:05 A fully personal, start-to-finish service 02:38 Richard’s journey into estate agency 03:23 Why Richard started his own business 04:14 How The Avenue model works 04:55 Common misconceptions about estate agents 05:12 How the industry has changed over time 06:10 The rise of self-employed estate agents 07:33 There is a better way to do it 08:01 Escaping corporate pressure and KPIs 09:20 Why personal ownership improves results 10:42 Social media, portals, and modern marketing 12:29 Competing with big corporates and online agents 13:33 Social media as the modern shop window 14:36 Why relationships matter most 15:26 Honest pricing, reductions, and trust 16:16 Giving clients the right advice (not the easy one) 17:16 Final thoughts and key takeaways 17:31 Closing thanks and subscribe

    18 min

  7. 12/13/2025

    Secrets to Building a Winning Team Revealed!

    Welcome back to the Riverport Business Podcast! This episode features Andrew Bennett of AB Performance, who shares how "performance psychology" and a powerful "mindset" are key to fostering remarkable "personal growth". Discover strategies for developing "mental toughness" in individuals and teams, alongside cultivating a strong "business mindset" for sustained success. About AB Performance AB Performance is the creation of renowned Mental Performance Scientist, Andrew 'Diesel' Bennett. For the last decade Andrew has worked with athletes and racing drivers at the peak of their sporting careers, and within corporate industries, delivering mental performance, coaching and workshops to individuals, teams and businesses. Andrew has also been fortunate to share his own personal mental health journey around the world as an inspirational and keynote speaker. https://www.abperformance.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/ab_performanceuk/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577491111970 https://www.linkedin.com/in/diesel-andrew-bennett-822774387/ About the Riverport Business Club The Riverport Business Club is a friendly and supportive community of local business owners, meeting weekly in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The club helps members grow through networking, collaboration, and shared experience, building stronger connections across the Riverport region. https://riverportbusinessclub.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/riverportbusinessclub https://www.instagram.com/riverportstives/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverport-business-club-st-ives/ Filmed, produced, and edited by Riverport Media. Find out more at https://riverportmedia.co.uk

    28 min

  8. 12/13/2025

    Secrets Behind St Ives Riverport Business Club Success!

    Welcome back to the Riverport Business Podcast, featuring William Scantlebury, the organizer of the Riverport Business Club. We explore how this vibrant `professional network` provides valuable `networking opportunities` and supports `business growth` for `small business` owners in St Ives. Discover the power of `business networking` in building stronger connections and fostering community. About the Riverport Business Club The Riverport Business Club is a friendly and supportive community of local business owners, meeting weekly in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The club helps members grow through networking, collaboration, and shared experience, building stronger connections across the Riverport region. https://riverportbusinessclub.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/riverportbusinessclub https://www.instagram.com/riverportstives/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverport-business-club-st-ives/ Filmed, produced, and edited by Riverport Media. Find out more at riverportmedia.co.uk 00:00 Welcome & Introduction 00:14 Introducing William Scantlebury 00:26 What Makes Riverport Business Club Work 00:52 William’s Role & How Long He’s Led the Club 01:14 The Club’s Structure & Meeting Formats 02:25 Why Weekly Meetings Matter 03:14 Building Real Relationships, Not Just Leads 04:07 Promoting the Club & Social Media Approach 05:08 One-to-Ones and Building Deeper Connections 06:00 Formal vs Informal Meetings 07:14 How Group Conversations Naturally Evolve 08:14 Why the Mix of Formality Works 08:34 How to Join the Club 09:12 Feeling Welcome & Supported 10:06 Diversity of Members & Exclusive Categories 11:00 Common Challenges for Small Businesses 11:51 Mastermind Sessions Explained 12:40 How to Find the Riverport Business Club 12:56 Thanks to William for his time

    13 min

  9. 11/28/2025

    Osteopathy Clinic Director Reveals How Technology has Transformed Patient Care

    Welcome to another episode of the Riverport Business Podcast, featuring Lee Harvey, Clinic Director and Principal Osteopath at Chatteris Osteopaths. We discuss how investing in new technology, such as shockwave plantar fasciitis treatment and shockwave treatment for shoulder pain, helps their practice. This commitment to innovation and advanced tools ensures exceptional patient care within the healthcare sector, promoting better tissue healing and addressing conditions like myofascial pain syndrome. About Chatteris Osteopaths https://chatterisosteopaths.co.uk/About the Riverport Business Club The Riverport Business Club is a friendly and supportive community of local business owners, meeting weekly in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The club helps members grow through networking, collaboration, and shared experience, building stronger connections across the Riverport region. https://riverportbusinessclub.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/riverportbusinessclub https://www.instagram.com/riverportstives/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverport-business-club-st-ives/ 00:00 Welcome & introduction00:48 Lee introduces himself01:32 Retraining from accountant to osteopath02:22 Why he chose Chatteris for the clinic04:18 Building trust in a close-knit community05:07 What osteopathy actually is07:35 Misconceptions about osteopathy08:39 Investing in shockwave therapy10:56 What shockwave therapy is12:48 How patients respond to shockwave14:21 The future of shockwave in treatment15:35 Avoiding surgery using shockwave17:05 Return on investment & demand18:42 How unique this technology is locally19:42 What ID therapy is22:32 Who ID therapy helps23:45 Helping patients return to normal life24:40 Purpose over money in running a business26:02 Changing perceptions of wellness27:17 How new patients should get help29:18 The future of Chatteris Osteopaths31:22 Closing remarks & thanks

    22 min

  10. 11/22/2025

    How This Little Café Beat The Big Chains!

    Today I'm joined by James Powley, owner of the Commute Café, discussing what it takes to build and sustain an independent business on the high street. We talk about the unique community and loyal following that makes this cafe business a beloved local spot. This conversation offers valuable insights for anyone interested in operating a successful coffee shop business or a small business in general. About The Commute Cafe Nestled in the heart of St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The Commute Café is more than just a place to grab a coffee—it’s a story of passion, resilience, and community. https://thecommutecafe.com https://www.instagram.com/the_commute_cafe https://www.facebook.com/commutecafe About the Riverport Business Club The Riverport Business Club is a friendly and supportive community of local business owners, meeting weekly in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The club helps members grow through networking, collaboration, and shared experience, building stronger connections across the Riverport region. https://riverportbusinessclub.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/riverportbusinessclub https://www.instagram.com/riverportstives/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverport-business-club-st-ives/

    21 min

  11. 11/22/2025

    How Did One Van Become a Cleaning Empire? How to Grow Your Business.

    Nick Jones of Dream Clean shares his journey in entrepreneurship, detailing the steps he took when starting a business. He also shares some useful business tips on building a business and growing a cleaning service business.💼 About Dream Clean Dream Clean provides professional cleaning services across Cambridgeshire and beyond, working with commercial clients, schools, offices, and residential developments. https://www.dreamcleanservices.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/dreamcleanservicesltd/ About the Riverport Business Club The Riverport Business Club is a friendly and supportive community of local business owners, meeting weekly in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The club helps members grow through networking, collaboration, and shared experience, building stronger connections across the Riverport region. https://riverportbusinessclub.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/riverportbusinessclub https://www.instagram.com/riverportstives/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverport-business-club-st-ives/

    17 min

  12. 11/20/2025

    Back To The High Street - How Did a Bank Become the Coolest Architects in Town?

    Grant Cameron from CBB Architects shares how they've used innovative architecture design to revitalize St Ives. The project focused on a refreshed office design, creating a modern office and inspiring creative workspace. This commercial design significantly improved the building's overall architecture. CBB Architects are a forward-thinking architectural practice based in St Ives, Cambridgeshire — blending creativity, sustainability, and community-minded design. Their new high-street office has brought a fresh energy to the town centre, transforming a former bank into a vibrant workspace. CBB Architectshttps://cbb-architects.co.uk About the Riverport Business Club: The Riverport Business Club is a friendly and supportive community of local business owners, meeting weekly in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The club helps members grow through networking, collaboration, and shared experience, building stronger connections across the Riverport region. https://riverportbusinessclub.co.uk

    19 min
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Riverport Business Club, based in St Ives Cambridgeshire launches a series of podcasts where business owners talk about their experiences in business.

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  • Episodes
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