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  • 032 - Niching + Scaling with the Wedding Day Dog Nanny
    2025/04/07

    Hey Weirdos! We love shining a spotlight, here at Work it Weirdo, on people with the most niche, passion-fuelled jobs, and this month's Professional Weirdo is exactly that! Sarah Spreadbury, founder of Wedding Day Dog Nanny, is passionate about making sure your beloved dog enjoys your wedding day just as much as you do! Yes, it's her real job!


    In this episode we discuss:


    • Niching - no matter how weird or specific!
    • Owning your specific zone of genius and being seen as the go-to in your area
    • Naming your business
    • Outsourcing to grow
    • Scaling and expanding your team
    • The challenges of a marketing in the Wedding Industry with an ever-renewing audience
    • The impact of Covid on her 2019-launched biz
    • As well as navigating the challenges of marketing something people may not know exists


    Please welcome your dog's new best friend and wedding-day hero, Sarah, to Work it Weirdo!


    Sarah's Links:

    Website - https://www.weddingdaydognanny.co.uk/

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weddingdaydognanny/

    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wddognanny/


    If you aren't already, please go give us a follow on Instagram, @workitweirdo and please share with your friends!

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    52 分
  • 031 - Turning Haters into Good Publicity + attracting your tribe with Emelye Parker
    2025/03/03

    Hey Weirdos! Kicking things off after a little break for the school holidays, we are back with the amazing Emelye Parker from Bean. Em is Queen of all things pink and owner of independent & quirky shop Bean and plant-based cocktail bar The Black Cat - both in Falmouth in Cornwall. She's a big fan of all things fun, colourful and gay, and she is an absolute poster girl for being authentic and running a business that is true to you, to the core.


    I've wanted to get Emelye on the podcast for ages to talk about the insane negative 1* Google review her shop received, and how she turned it into the best publicity opportunity, including press, merch and a cult following that came to support and strengthen the brand and community she has so amazingly built. This is a true testament to the 'all publicity is good publicity' mantra, and shows that by those who are clearly NOT your customer speaking up, it brings forth tenfold those who are.


    As well as this juicy tale turned success story, Em shares how she built the brand, supports and stocks artists and creatives that align with her values and how she uses her storefront as a political and social lighthouse to beam out her messages and beliefs and stand true to the causes and organisations that she believes in. We discuss how activism and personal beliefs can exist in your business, both online and IRL.


    We also discuss how to un-beige your life and business, how to stay true to your niche and how neurodiversity plays a part in business planning.


    There's also plenty of hun culture references, lots of pink and a large dollop of authenticity, sprinkled with more pink!


    Thanks so much Emelye for being our fabulous Professional Weirdo!


    EM'S LINKS

    Bean Instagram - www.instagram.com/beanfalmouth

    Bean Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@beanfalmouth?_t=ZN-8uIoqWtnbMo&_r=1

    The Black Cat Instagram - www.instagram.com/theblackcatfalmouth

    About THAT Google review - https://www.falmouthpacket.co.uk/news/23858594.bean-hive-sea-falmouth-one-star-google-review/


    MENTIONED

    Hey Hun it's Nicole - www.instagram.com/heyhunitsnicole

    Victoria Essie Studio - www.instagram.com/shopvictoriaessie

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    46 分
  • 030 - Boobs, Dragons and Making the most of your brain with Lucy Cox
    2025/02/10

    Hey Weirdos! This week's Professional Weirdo is the incredible Lucy Cox, co-founder of the multi-award-winning international training company The Academe, whose mission is very simple; to help people see how capable they already are.


    Whether that is in relation to leading teams, building business, shifting careers, navigating neurodivergence, or simply getting out of bed in the morning, Lucy shares fascinating insights into the human brain, unites teams on shared human experiences and provides practical advice on how to get the best from ourselves.


    Outside of work, Lucy is an ADHD mum of two AuDHD children and is no stranger to the ups and downs of juggling work and home, self-confidence and entrepreneurship. She is a chronic over-sharer, creative problem-solver and most importantly, a weirdo!


    In this awesome episode Lucy shares her own personal journey, from inventing a product with his business partner sister, taking it to Dragon's Den with babies in tow and crowd funding £11,000 in mere days. Such a fun and inspiring story - I could listen to Lucy talk all day.


    Lucy also talks about the importance of acceptance and individual needs in the workplace and as solopreneurs and takes us through all the fab work the Academe do to maximise people potential.


    We also chat about the struggles and super powers of neurodiversity and harnessing that in business and life.


    Thanks so much Lucy for being this week's weirdo!


    LUCY'S LINKS:


    The Academe - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.academe/


    The Academe - Website - https://theacademe.co.uk/


    Halto - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thehalto/


    Halto - Website - https://myhalto.com/


    Linkedin


    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


    The Dose Effect - https://amzn.eu/d/inGI7Uc

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  • 029 - Spilling the NeuroDiversi-TEA - Embracing Neurodiversity in Life + Biz
    2025/02/04

    Hey Weirdos! Welcome back to a (slightly later than billed) solo episode where I talk about my recent ADHD diagnosis, how I discovered I was Neurodiverse, who has helped me along the way and why I believe raising awareness is important. I also chat about how the podcast will change (spoiler: it won't!) how my condition has been my superpower, and how my diagnosis is affecting me going forward.


    This is quite a personal and raw one for me guys, so I'd love to connect with you if it resonated. Please reach out on Instagram @workitweirdo and share your experiences with your journey, ask me any questions, and let me know what you thought of the episode?


    Follow us on IG - www.instagram.com/workitweirdo


    www.workitweirdo.co.uk

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    28 分
  • 028 - The power of Digital Storytelling and BFG Culture with Paul Fenton
    2025/01/27

    Hey Weirdos! This week's Professional Weirdo is Paul Fenton, the founder of Big Friendly Giants. Paul shares his unique career journey, from his early days in rugby and media to his current focus on storytelling and supporting business through innovative media solutions. He discusses the importance of personal growth, the influence of his family and coaches, and how his faith shapes his approach to business. The conversation touches on the need for transparency, creativity, and strong values in business, as well as the significance of creating multiple touch points for effective marketing. Not only do we hear Paul's varied and exciting journey but we also look at how you can improve your business messaging and ethos. Paul believes mistakes and failures are opportunities for growth and shares his own wisdom and stories to inspire and get some lightbulb moments in this interesting hour long episode.


    DISCLAIMER

    Please bear with us on the audio this week as we have switched to a new provider and there are a few tiny split second glitches throughout. Please bear with it as it's still a great episode and we are ironing out the hitches ready for next week's episode!



    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Introduction to Paul Fenton and Cornwall Life

    02:27 Paul's Journey from Wigan to Cornwall

    04:34 Career Beginnings: Rugby and Commentary

    09:51 Influences and Personal Development

    15:41 The Role of Confidence and Upbringing

    21:26 The Impact of Mentorship and Support

    26:58 The Birth of Big Friendly Giants

    30:10 Setting Standards in Business

    34:12 The Power of Digital Storytelling

    37:50 Engaging Through Personal Narratives

    40:37 Integrating Digital and Real-World Experiences

    45:47 Transformative Community Impact

    58:46 Faith as a Foundation for Purpose


    HOW TO CONNECT WITH PAUL

    Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fenton-9b4088108/

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bfg_mobiledigiboard/


    If you've enjoyed this episode, please rate, review or share to your socials. Don't forget to tag @workitweirdo and give us a follow on Instagram.


    Www.workitweirdo.co.uk


    Let's get weird!


    Cassie

    x

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  • 027 - Life-changing and Life-saving Mindset + Intuition with Mary Tomlinson
    2025/01/20

    Hey Weirdos! You may want to grab the Kleenex for this one (other tissue brands are available!) as we hear the most incredible and uplifting story of hope, intuition and the true power of mindset with Mary Tomlinson, creator of Mary Ellen.


    Mary is a mindset-obsessed custom and cremation handmade jeweller who loves spreading love, positivity, health and inspiring others through her own health journey.


    In this inspirational episode, Mary shares how she went from Banking to Biz Babe, How she mastered the power of Mindset to achieve her dream career, and how her intuition LITERALLY saved her life.


    As well as listening to Mary's unbelievable business journey, setting up Cremation jewellery business, Mary Ellen, she also shares her dramatic Blood Cancer diagnosis story, and how her positive mindset has got her through this life-changing time.


    We also cover some meaty and oh-so-relatable topics such as:


    • Staying true to yourself
    • Finding your niche
    • Being YOU in a saturated market
    • Blocking out the negative opinions and sniggers of others
    • Customer impact and the power of reviews
    • Self-sabotage and getting out of your own way
    • Balancing Motherhood
    • Tuning into and changing your inner voice


    Mary is a truly phenomenal woman with a burning passion, a sunshine spirit and a pure heart who is proof we can live our dream authentic life, no matter what curveballs life throws our way. What an inspiration!


    MARY'S LINKS:


    Website - https://maryellen.co.uk/


    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/maryellent22/


    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/Mary-Ellen-100087881774551/



    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


    Noor Hibbert - https://www.thisisyourdream.com/

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    50 分
  • 026 - Pivoting, Aligning and being Fearless with Jenna Sinclair
    2025/01/13

    Hey Weirdos! We are kicking things back off for 2025 with a badass babe who is not only going to make you feel better for not necessarily starting the year with a productive bang, but she's also going to share heaps of wisdom about pivoting your business, aligning, stepping into the next level of yourself and levelling the F up in life. Yes, there's a bit of swearing in this one!


    Welcome to Professional Weirdo, Jenna Sinclair, an award winning food blogger turned business coach for fearless femalepreneurs, lifelong creative, musical comedy writer and malamute dog mum. she 10xed her biz income in 2024 while living in 13 different houses and executing a wedding and an international move.


    Join us in just under an hour of inspiring chats as we cover subjects such as:


    • Following your bursts and callings as a creative
    • Getting back to it after a break
    • Recalibrating or pivoting your business
    • Positive Psychology
    • Aligning to the seasons
    • What to do when you feel stuck in business
    • How to not recreate your 9-5
    • The power of changing your environment
    • Epigenetics
    • Why are you making rules for yourself?
    • Quantum leaping and inviting in a new reality
    • Enrobed cognition
    • Blue Mind and nature for growth
    • Saying no to work that doesn't light you up


    This was such a great chat with lots of book and podcast recommendations for the new year too, links of which are all in the show notes below.


    Thanks so much Jenna for sharing your vibe with us!


    JENNA'S LINKS


    Website - www.jennasinclair.com



    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jenna_sinclair_coaching?igsh=ZjlkYnhhcWVuZm9s



    The Spiritual Sofapreneur (Jenna's Podcast) - https://open.spotify.com/show/3PVx4zE6fERqQiDEeKWu1y?si=T0D9V5BQSsyCbC8n1dhg8g



    The Artist's Way - https://amzn.eu/d/eqWW2MK



    Shoshanna Raven - https://shoshannaraven.com/



    Wintering Well with Francesca Amber - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Eto9YCkThl5oDpuCGHiBu?si=LZNGII0zTIOqSNt4biMIgw



    Big Magic - https://amzn.eu/d/1a9yoAA



    Denise DT - https://open.spotify.com/show/5RtAeja3hIHF5QI0CZBVHt?si=iVMHb6phQYuYeATTRFxuRg



    Jacquelyn Atkins Meditation - https://insighttimer.com/jacquelyn/guided-meditations/meet-you-business-meditation



    Libby Langley's episode - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0e1GDJWxa2kJDvNE7RRh4V?si=4Z6stDdLTHq_wHCHSJ_SCA



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  • 025 - Working with your Creativity with Gemma Lessinger
    2024/12/16

    Hey Weirdos!


    I've been dying to get this talented and entrepreneurial girl on for a while and I'm thrilled to welcome the incredible Gemma Lessinger as this week's Professional Weirdo!


    Gemma is a textural seascape artist, creative experience creator and female business mentor. She is on a mission to crush the illusion of the 'starving artist', to show everyone the power of creativity for mental wellbeing, as well as sharing her retail business knowledge with women from all industries, showing them that they too can turn their hobby into a thriving and profitable business.


    In this episode, we chat all things Creativity - how to work with it, harness it, develop it, wrestle with it, schedule it, monetise it and nurture it.


    SUCH an interesting conversation for all creatives who juggle creating and making as well as running the business side of the show. I know you'll get so much out of this episode.


    Gemma also works with many non-creatives in her role as a Business Mentor, so whatever industry you're in, you'll definitely get some great takeaways from this inspirational hour long chat.


    Join us as we hear Gemma's journey from Retail Buyer to Successful Artist, despite having not picked up a paintbrush for almost 20 YEARS! Yes, you read that correctly. Told you this was inspiring stuff.


    We also talk about:


    • The feeling of something missing
    • Finding your calling
    • The Freedom of self employment
    • Packaging your knowledge
    • The creative process
    • Revenue opportunities for artists and makers
    • Why everyone should be creative


    This is one you aren't going to want to miss - I mean, in the first few minutes we talk about how we first met with me taking a photo of Gemma's rear - intrigued? Give it a listen!


    If you've enjoyed this episode, please rate, review or share to your socials. Don't forget to tag @workitweirdo and give us a follow on Instagram.


    Www.workitweirdo.co.uk


    Let's get weird!


    Cassie

    x


    GEMMA'S LINKS:


    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gemmalessingerart


    Paintings - https://www.gemmalessinger.com/paintings


    Creative Experiences - https://www.gemmalessinger.com/creativeexperiences


    Business Mentorship - https://www.gemmalessinger.com/mentorship


    March 2025 Wellbeing Event - https://www.gemmalessinger.com/waves-of-wellbeing-day-retreat


    Homeware - https://www.gemmalessinger.com/glaccessories

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    1 時間 9 分