Not everyone starts a business to become the next Steven Bartlett or Gary Vee. Millions of us start our businesses to escape the 9-5 ties to the office, toxic bosses, threat of redundancy, and chasing pay rises. We want freedom, control of our own time, and to be able to choose who we work with, where we work from, and how much we work. But what’s it really like to start and run a small business? Lea Turner, Founder of The HoLT business community, digs deep with real small business owners from a variety of sectors, into why they chose to start their business, the surprises, challenges, and tough lessons they’ve learned along the way, without the glossy social media filter, to give real insight into the journeys they’ve been on to create a business and a life on their terms.
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Episode #22
Enhancing Emotional Resilience for Entrepreneurs with James Elliott
May 5, 202551 min
How emotionally resilient are you? As business owners you’ll swing from pure elation at that latest deal, to punishing lows when times are tough, so you need to be emotionally resilient to just get past lunch time. That’s why in this episode I invited my psychotherapist, James Elliott, on to the show to discuss what emotional resilience actually is and how you can enhance yours. James delves into the importance of understanding your emotions first, to then be able to manage them effectively. We also explore what thought court is, an incredible tool that has helped me in those moments of self-deprecation. We’ve all been there in those tough times, but as business owners we need to be able to perform at our best, and that doesn’t mean ice baths at 5am. It means being able to navigate challenges effectively. So, listen up as James shares brilliant advice to help get you emotionally resilient. “The more you understand your emotional state the easier it is to manage” – James Elliott You’ll hear about: Why understanding emotions is key to managing them effectively. How your self-efficacy plays a crucial role in overcoming challenges. Your childhood experiences shape your adult beliefs and behaviours. What is paradoxical intent and how it can guide behaviour towards success. Mental resilience being vital for navigating the pressures of business. Connect with James: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-elliott-msc-8360a41b5/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jameselliottofficial/?hl=en James’ Website - https://james-elliott.mykajabi.com/ Read James’ book – Think Yourself Resilient - https://shorturl.at/vd9eN Check out James’ courses and resources - https://shorturl.at/h9oCK Connect with me: My website - https://leaturner.co.uk/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lea-turner/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/leaturnerholt Find out about The HoLT: The HoLT - https://www.the-holt.com/ The HoLT on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/theholt The HoLT on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theholtcommunity/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theholtcommunity The Vault - https://www.the-holt.com/vault Join The Holt waiting list - https://www.the-holt.com/waitlist This podcast is sponsored by QDos. Use the code LEA10 at the checkout to get your discount when signing up - https://my.qdoscontractor.com/code/10255/115219
From Side Hustle to Franchise Success with Iain Griffiths
Apr 28, 202543 min
Have you considered franchising your business? With 80% of franchises still running after 5 years, compared with 80% of startups failing in the same amount of time, it has to be an option to consider. In this episode I am joined by Iain Griffiths, Founder of The Party Tent Company, which he took from side hustle to full on franchise and still scaling. Iain shares what it took to become a franchise and the successful model to bring on new franchisees. Iain’s journey has had personal challenges. A divorce from a toxic relationship led him to embracing therapy in multiple forms to help his mental health, which has gone on to change his life for the better. If you’ve ever had the tiniest thought about franchising, or you’re done with your job looking for a new opportunity this episode is definitely for you. “80% of franchises are still trading after 5 years” – Iain Griffiths You’ll hear about: Franchising offers a solution that minimises the risk. Franchising requires careful planning and support for franchisees. Therapy can be a transformative experience for mental health. Building genuine relationships with franchisees fosters a supportive community. Life after a toxic relationship can lead to newfound freedom and happiness. Connect with Iain: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/iaingriffiths/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thepartytentcompany Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepartytentcompany/ The Party Tent Company - https://thepartytentcompany.com/ Connect with me: My website - https://leaturner.co.uk/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lea-turner/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/leaturnerholt Find out about The HoLT: The HoLT - https://www.the-holt.com/ The HoLT on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/theholt The HoLT on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theholtcommunity/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theholtcommunity The Vault - https://www.the-holt.com/vault Join The Holt waiting list - https://www.the-holt.com/waitlist This podcast is sponsored by QDos. Use the code LEA10 at the checkout to get your discount when signing up - https://my.qdoscontractor.com/code/10255/115219
Breaking Barriers: Female Entrepreneurs in Tech with Charli Hunt
Apr 21, 202545 min
2% of female founders get funding in the UK. Only 2%! Despite that shocking statistic my guest in this episode, Charli Hunt, has created a tech startup with her partner called Lime. A platform revolutionising how to use LinkedIn to generate more sales. Charli grew up with entrepreneurial parents, and we explore the impacts of them balancing entrepreneurship and family life on her. So many of us are running our small businesses, trying to change our lives for the better, but do it racked with parent guilt, wondering what impacts we are having on them. Well, Charli shares a story of positivity and love for experiencing all the roller coaster moments being the child of entrepreneurs can bring. So, ease your parental guilt and check out Charli’s inspirational story of becoming a female founder in tech. “Female founders get 2% of funding in the UK” – Charli You’ll hear about: Female co-founders receive only 2% of funding in the UK. Starting a business requires immense hard work and dedication. Lime was created to fill a gap in LinkedIn's functionality. The tech industry presents unique challenges for women entrepreneurs. Childhood experiences shaping entrepreneurial spirit. Parental guilt is a common struggle for working parents. Connect with Charli: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/charli-hunt/ X - https://twitter.com/charliahunt The Lime One - https://thelime.one/ Connect with me: My website - https://leaturner.co.uk/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lea-turner/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/leaturnerholt Find out about The HoLT: The HoLT - https://www.the-holt.com/ The HoLT on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/theholt The HoLT on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theholtcommunity/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theholtcommunity The Vault - https://www.the-holt.com/vault Join The Holt waiting list - https://www.the-holt.com/waitlist This podcast is sponsored by QDos. Use the code LEA10 at the checkout to get your discount when signing up - https://my.qdoscontractor.com/code/10255/115219
Creating a Culture Not Just a Community with Joe Glover
Apr 14, 202545 min
Creating a culture is the dream of any small business. But how do you achieve it? So many business owners are choosing to create communities these days, the consistent income has massive appeal. But it has to be more than a community to really change people’s lives. You need a culture. My guest in this episode, Joe Glover, has created one of the loveliest cultures I know in The Marketing Meetup. With an emphasis on joy, kindness and inclusivity, it was founded to provide a supportive space for marketers, particularly introverts. Joe shares what it takes to create culture and to grow a global community that that supports each other. We also explore the audacity required to pursue big opportunities, and the importance of finding purpose beyond business. Joe leads with kindness and love and that shines through in everything he shares here. “I get so much joy from seeing other people being joyful” – Joe You’ll hear about: Creating a safe space for introverts in marketing and business. Kindness in business can lead to positive outcomes. Identifying values helps in networking. Community building is about culture, not just numbers. Nurturing relationships is key to community success. Connect with Joe: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/josepheglover/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/joseph_glover/?hl=en The Marketing Meetup - https://themarketingmeetup.com/ Connect with me: My website - https://leaturner.co.uk/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lea-turner/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/leaturnerholt Find out about The HoLT: The HoLT - https://www.the-holt.com/ The HoLT on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/theholt The HoLT on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theholtcommunity/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theholtcommunity The Vault - https://www.the-holt.com/vault Join The Holt waiting list - https://www.the-holt.com/waitlist This podcast is sponsored by QDos. Use the code LEA10 at the checkout to get your discount when signing up - https://my.qdoscontractor.com/code/10255/115219
Service and Impact: The Foundations of Brand Strategy with Ash Rathod
Apr 7, 202556 min
Does the term Personal Brand give you the ick? It’s egotistical, self-indulgent and for those full of their own self-importance. My guest Ash Rathod, Brand & Story consultant, felt exactly the same, but he re-framed it. It became a way of connecting with audiences through storytelling. If you focus on serving your customers and creating authentic connections, you will attract the right audience. Ash shares his experiences after sharing his most vulnerable story on social media, of developing Vitiligo, a skin condition that meant he lost pigment in his skin. This taught him that being vulnerable and genuine in a world filled with superficiality can be a superpower for your brand. Ash shares so much wisdom in this episode on ways you can develop a brand strategy that aligns with who you are, and make sure you stand out from the crowd. “We should be audience obsessed” – Ash You’ll hear about: Personal branding should focus on serving others, not self-indulgence. Storytelling is crucial for businesses to connect with their audience. Authenticity is key in personal branding and storytelling. Engagement on social media should be genuine, not contrived Connect with Ash: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashrathod/ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@theashrathod YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheAshRathod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theashrathod Ash’s Website - https://www.ashrathod.com/ Digital Focus Creatives - https://www.digitalfocuscreatives.com/ Connect with me: My website - https://leaturner.co.uk/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lea-turner/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/leaturnerholt Find out about The HoLT: The HoLT - https://www.the-holt.com/ The HoLT on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/theholt The HoLT on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theholtcommunity/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theholtcommunity The Vault - https://www.the-holt.com/vault Join The Holt waiting list - https://www.the-holt.com/waitlist This podcast is sponsored by QDos. Use the code LEA10 at the checkout to get your discount when signing up - https://my.qdoscontractor.com/code/10255/115219
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