Rose is a transformational, healing-centered coach who specialises in coaching spiritually oriented women to find the wisdom and compassion within themselves. Prior to becoming a coach Rose worked as a tenured professor of religious studies in California before moving to Istanbul where she currently lives. Rose has travelled extensively and has a visible passion for meeting and connecting with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. In this podcast episode we’re talking about her experience to bringing that love of connection online and what it means to show up as your authentic self in what can often feel like a noisy and crowded online space. CONNECT WITH ROSE If you enjoy this episode and would like to find out more about Rose and her work, you can find her getting visible online in the following places:Instagram: @dr.rose.aslanWebsite: www.compassionflow.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Caroline Leon is a business coach who specializes in supporting service-based, online business owners - such as coaches, healers and teachers - to build and grow sustainable businesses. She supports business owners to do away with the gross and manipulative tactics so prevalent these days online and instead adopt ethical growth strategies that put people before profits. She firmly believes that when we change the way we do business, we change the world.Content creation, and specifically long form written content, lies at the core of Caroline's marketing strategy. On the podcast episode we dive into:Why create content for your business?What are the benefits to both you as the content creator and your audience as the recipients?What type of content should you focus on to create the biggest impactHow to develop an approach that gets the most eyes on your contentIf you enjoy this episode and would like to find out more about Caroline's approach to content as well as the practical tools she uses to support a consistent habit of content creation then check out her upcoming free workshop and course, or of course her own blog!Content that Connects Intro - A free workshop on Monday 16th September: https://calendly.com/soulfulstrategy/content-that-connects-free-workshopContent that Connects Course - a live group programme beginning Monday 30th September: https://www.carolineleon.com/content-that-connects/Caroline's Blog: https://www.carolineleon.com/blog/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE REGENERATIVE BUSINESS STARTER KIT➡️ www.debbielee.co.uk/starter-kit To get the most out of the series, I invite you to download your free Starter Kit so that you can follow along with each episode and create a one-page framework that will serve as the regenerative action plan for your business.EPISODE SUMMARYWelcome to Episode 6 of the Beyond Business Summer Podcast Series! Today, we explore how to create and nurture a regenerative framework for your online business, taking inspiration from nature's cycles. We'll revisit the cyclical model, emphasizing the importance of placing purpose at the heart of your business activities.In this episode, I focus on the winter phase: replenishment. Discover how strategic rest and seeking feedback can fuel the next cycle of growth, leading to new ideas and inspiration. Learn how to integrate downtime into your schedule and understand the value of stepping away from work to let creativity flourish.Additionally, I have a special bonus episode for you coming up next week— a workshop-style session designed to help you apply the cyclical approach to your own business. This session will guide you to jot down your ideas and ensure you have a tangible takeaway to act as a springboard for your next stage of action. Join me then and take the first step towards creating a self-sustaining loop that continuously breathes new life into your business.🌿 MORE WAYS TO GO BEYOND BUSINESSSign up for weekly notifications of new episodesCome say hi on InstagramFollow me on LinkedInSend it on using this link www.debbielee.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE REGENERATIVE BUSINESS STARTER KIT➡️ www.debbielee.co.uk/starter-kit To get the most out of the series, I invite you to download your free Starter Kit so that you can follow along with each episode and create a one-page framework that will serve as the regenerative action plan for your business.EPISODE SUMMARYWelcome to the Beyond Business Summer Podcast Series! This episode builds on our previous discussion about crafting offers with ease, and talks about shifting from a traditional selling mindset to a more natural approach of inviting people into your world. This change in perspective helps ease the nervous system and fosters a more authentic connection with your audience. I also discuss the concept of exchange beyond just financial transactions. Often, the value of your offering might lie in something other than money, such as time, attention, or feedback. By thinking creatively about these exchanges, you can lower the stakes and make it easier for both you and your people to engage meaningfully. Whether it's sharing a blog post or sending personal invitations, I explore various ways to connect and provide value. Join me to navigate these concepts and offer actionable tips to make your business journey feel more natural and sustainable.🌿 MORE WAYS TO GO BEYOND BUSINESSSign up for weekly notifications of new episodesCome say hi on InstagramFollow me on LinkedInSend it on using this link www.debbielee.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE REGENERATIVE BUSINESS STARTER KIT➡️ www.debbielee.co.uk/starter-kit To get the most out of the series, I invite you to download your free Starter Kit so that you can follow along with each episode and create a one-page framework that will serve as the regenerative action plan for your business.EPISODE SUMMARYJoin me this week on the Beyond Business Summer Podcast Series as we explore the next step in our regenerative business framework: creating a valuable offer with ease. Building on last week's discussion about making connection your first point of action, we shift our focus to the art of creation.Many of us are familiar with the urge to build something new from our inspiration, but often we find ourselves launching our products or services to an unresponsive audience. Discover why connecting and engaging with your potential clients early in the process can make all the difference in achieving sustainable success.In this episode, I discuss the challenges solopreneurs face when creating in isolation, emphasizing the importance of a co-creative process that aligns with our strengths. Hear how taking a collaborative approach can prevent burnout and keep your creative fire alive throughout the development stages. I also touch on the vulnerabilities and perfectionist tendencies that can hinder the launch of a new offering, and how receiving input along the way can keep you motivated and ensure your product resonates with your audience. Tune in for practical advice on transforming your sporadic efforts into a consistent and engaging offerings in your business.🌿 MORE WAYS TO GO BEYOND BUSINESSSign up for weekly notifications of new episodesCome say hi on InstagramFollow me on LinkedInSend it on using this link www.debbielee.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE REGENERATIVE BUSINESS STARTER KIT➡️ www.debbielee.co.uk/starter-kit To get the most out of the series, I invite you to download your free Starter Kit so that you can follow along with each episode and create a one-page framework that will serve as the regenerative action plan for your business.EPISODE SUMMARYJoin me in this episode as we explore the vital role of connection in building a successful online business. We discuss the common pitfalls of creating products or services in isolation and the frustration that often follows when they don't gain the traction we hoped for. By focusing on understanding the needs and problems of our audience, we can instead use our time and energy to build genuine connections through community spaces, books, or podcasts. This shift from simply developing solutions to truly co-creating offerings with our audience is key to achieving sustainable success.In addition, I highlight the importance of authenticity and trust in building meaningful business relationships that are based on openness and honesty. Stay tuned for next week's discussion where I’ll be talking about creating offers with ease.🌿 MORE WAYS TO GO BEYOND BUSINESSSign up for weekly notifications of new episodesCome say hi on InstagramFollow me on LinkedInSend it on using this link www.debbielee.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE REGENERATIVE BUSINESS STARTER KIT➡️ www.debbielee.co.uk/starter-kit To get the most out of the series, I invite you to download your free Starter Kit so that you can follow along with each episode and create a one-page framework that will serve as the regenerative action plan for your business.EPISODE SUMMARYJoin me on this episode as we explore the transformative power of purpose-led business frameworks and their potential to create a more sustainable and collaborative online business environment.We look at how many entrepreneurs, inspired by personal challenges or community issues, are shifting away from traditional profit-driven models to embrace a regenerative approach that prioritizes values, relationships, and meaningful impact.Listen in as I outline the practical steps to build a framework that aligns with your ethos, ensuring that your business actions resonate with your internal drive to do good in the world and fosters a self-sustaining ecosystem for your business, where collaboration over competition leads to more authentic and lasting success.🌿 MORE WAYS TO GO BEYOND BUSINESSSign up for weekly notifications of new episodesCome say hi on Instagram Follow me on LinkedInSend it on using this link www.debbielee.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE REGENERATIVE BUSINESS STARTER KIT➡️ www.debbielee.co.uk/starter-kit To get the most out of the series, I invite you to download your free Starter Kit so that you can follow along with each episode and create a one-page framework that will serve as the regenerative action plan for your business.EPISODE SUMMARYWelcome to the Beyond Business Summer Podcast Series! In this first episode, we challenge the traditional, profit-focussed approache to online business, often rooted in outdated industrial-era mindsets. We explore how these linear models, which prioritise efficiency and profit at the expense of people and the planet, have become internalised in many of the ways of working we see today.Drawing inspiration from nature, we look at a regenerative business framework that is cyclical and purpose-driven, akin to the self-sustaining nature of a forest ecosystem. This approach fosters collaboration, sustainability, and genuine connection, benefiting not just individuals but entire communities and the environment.Join me every Friday over the Summer for fresh insights and resources to transform the way we approach online business by putting values and sustainability at the core of what we do and how we do it.🌿 MORE WAYS TO GO BEYOND BUSINESSSign up for weekly notifications of new episodesCome say hi on InstagramFollow me on LinkedInSend it on using this link www.debbielee.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE REGENERATIVE BUSINESS STARTER KIT➡️ www.debbielee.co.uk/starter-kit To get the most out of the series, I invite you to download your free Starter Kit so that you can follow along with each episode and create a one-page framework that will serve as the regenerative action plan for your business.EPISODE SUMMARYWelcome to the Beyond Business Summer Podcast Series! Coming up over the next six episodes, we will be exploring a transformative approach to building a sustainable online business inspired by the cyclical patterns found in nature. Say goodbye to sporadic actions and hello to a regenerative framework that brings you meaningful and lasting results.In this introductory episode, I share the journey that led to the creation of this series and the framework behind it. As a recovering perfectionist and a busy entrepreneur with young children, I understand the challenges of turning creative flurries into tangible results. Through personal stories and insights, I discuss how scaling down big ideas into smaller, manageable goals can lead to more consistent and fulfilling progress.This natural, cyclical way of working not only aligns with how we see growth in nature but also provides a refreshing alternative to the relentless push for productivity in the digital world. Join me over the next six weeks as we explore this unique approach to building your online business in a way that feels good and delivers sustainable outcomes.🌿 MORE WAYS TO GO BEYOND BUSINESSSign up for weekly notifications of new episodesCome say hi on InstagramFollow me on LinkedInSend it on using this link www.debbielee.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join me on this week's episode of the podcast where I welcome Danièle Fogel, a passionate herbal educator and founder of Yervika. Through Yervika, Danièle is working to bring herbs back into everyday life to foster more connection & belonging, and also greater health & wellbeing. She seeks to re-orient people towards nature, our inherent belonging to the earth and a reclamation of ancestral knowledge & wisdom that connects us to our inner power and opens a pathway to collective wellbeing. Danièle sees herbal knowledge as necessary knowledge for our collective future, and is dedicated to making this knowledge more accessible. She has worked for nearly two decades in education—as a classroom teacher, a teacher educator, and an educational researcher, and recently completed her PhD in education before launching Yervika in March of 2024. This is a conversation about herbs and so much more. We touch on the suppression of herbal knowledge throughout history and its impact on our connection to our past. We discuss how reclaiming this knowledge empowers individuals by reconnecting them to their ancestry, offers greater agency over our wellbeing and serves as a form of activism in service of the Earth.CONNECT WITH DANIÉLE If you would like to find out more about Danièle and her work you can do so in the following places:Instagram: @yervika.herbsWebsite: www.yervika.comEmail: yervikaherbs@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EPISODE SUMMARYJoin me on this episode where I’m talking with Nathalie Alburjas of Utterly Create, where she helps conscious entrepreneurs to strengthen their business by unlocking their brand's true potential.During the conversation we dive into:➡️ What branding is and what makes Nathalie’s approach different➡️ Why branding matters as a conscious business owner➡️ What makes a brand stand out as ethical➡️ Common challenges business owners have when it comes to branding➡️ The benefits of getting it rightCONNECT WITH NATHALIEIf you would like to find out more about Nathalie and her work in Ethical Branding you can do so in the following places:Instagram: @utterlycreateWebsite: www.utterlycreate.comBook a chat: /contact Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EPISODE SUMMARYJoin me on this episode where I’m talking with Beth Derry, founder of Lovely Messy Humans. Through this work, Beth aims to dismantle the stigmas and create a new understanding of teenage self-harm, emotional wellbeing and resilience.Prior to founding Lovely Messy Humans, Beth spent two decades helping the world’s biggest companies communicate about sustainability, from climate change to human rights. During this time she also dived deep into her own inner world, alongside raising her two kids. It is through these combined experiences that Lovely Messy Humans came to be.In this episode we dive into:➡️ Why teenage self-harm is on the rise➡️ The neuroscience of how self-harm “works”➡️ Beth’s own journey from self-harming as a teenager to doing this work today➡️ Building brave spaces to break the cycleThis episode comes with a trigger warning as we talk about self-harm in teenagers today and also share Beth’s own journey with self-harm. So please do take care if this is a topic that you don’t want to connect with at this time.CONNECT WITH BETHIf you would like to find out more about Beth and Lovely Messy Humans you can do so in the following places:Instagram: @lovelymessyhumansWebsite: www.lovelymessyhumans.comEmail: hello@lovelymessyhumans.comFURTHER SUPPORTIf you have been affected by the topics discussed, here is the NHS page which includes links to resources https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/self-harm/getting-help/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join me as I welcome Saveria of Nesting Mums to the podcast to talk about the multifaceted journey of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Saveria is a book, business, and life doula and here shares her expertise in guiding women through the entwining paths of writing, business, and the experience of raising a family. We touch on some of the challenges that come with this and how they can intertwine with the creative process and business endeavors.We discuss the notion of work-life integration as an alternative to work-life balance, and how personal cycles, parenting, and even our relationship with money can deeply affect our business. Saveria shares her own journey in trying to niche and how she now embraces the idea that being multi-passionate and multi-skilled is not only acceptable but advantageous. As part of this we talk about how motherhood and entrepreneurship can enrich our interests and expertise beyond a singular niche.CONNECT WITH SAVERIAIf you would like to find out more about Saveria and her work you can do so in the following places:Website: www.nestingmums.ukInstagram: @nestingmums Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever had that lightbulb moment of a business idea that lights you up, only to be stopped in your tracks by the question of where to begin? Starting out in your own business can be both exciting and daunting. Overwhelm can be a common companion in the early days.In this episode I offer up a step by step framework that you can use to guide simple, sustainable action that starts small and allows you to grow from there. It helps to take you from initial idea to a fully fledged business in a way that moves you out of your comfort zone by just he right amount. This strategic approach is designed to align the actions you take with your motivation for starting your business in the first place - whether that's achieving your ideal work-life blend or contributing to a larger scale issue in your community and beyond. I break down the foundational stages of creating a small, sustainable business or service, by taking actions that help lay the foundations for the longer term. Using an iterative approach, the aim is to nurture confidence and gather information through a series of cycles to help grow and nurture your business in a way that feels good.MORE WAYS TO GO BEYOND BUSINESSSign up for weekly notifications of new episodesCome say hi on InstagramFollow me on LinkedInSend it on using this link www.debbielee.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join me in this episode as I talk with Rowena Gerrett about embracing nature’s rhythms in life, work and business. Rowena is a coach and facilitator who supports female entrepreneurs and changemakers to do their work more joyfully and sustainably. She does this through spaces that support their reconnection to their bodies, the natural world and reimagining their place in our wider interconnected world about embracing.Nature is central to how Rowena lives, works and supports others. In this episode we delve into how the natural world can be intertwined with the entrepreneurial spirit to both support and enrich what we do. We talk about rest is not being a reward, but instead an essential component of a flourishing work cycle. We tackle the cyclical nature of creativity - what a radical act it can be to honour this and in doing so form a different narrative around productivity and success.CONNECT WITH ROWENAIf you would like to find out more about Rowena and her work you can do so in the following places:Website: www.rowenagerrett.comInstagram: @rowenagerrettWild Woman Working: /wild-woman-workingBurn Brightly /burn-brightly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join me as I talk with Rachael Cumberland Dodd of Feed Marketing. Rachael is an ex-corporate marketer turned niche-whisperer & messaging guide. She helps unknown, unconventional biz owners who want to do-good get to the heart of what they do, why they do it and for whom, so they can market their mission with ease and attract best-fit clients.At the core of Rachael’s message is “start with you, not who”. In this episode we dive into the importance of getting to know yourself first, as a way of discovering the work that you are meant for. As well as sharing practical tips on how to get started with this, Rachael also shares her own squiggly career path from the world of corporate marketing to where she is now. Over the course of the conversation Rachael gives her own take on lots of hot topics in the world of marketing from finding and pursuing a personal mission, understanding your 'why', and taking sustainable actions to build community. Rachael shares three questions that any business owner can use to help uncover a bit more about the ‘why’ behind your work:1, What's the mission you're going on?2, What other people would resonate with that mission? 3, How do you help them? If you give these a go and would like to share your answers, feel free to reach out to Rachael using any of the links below.CONNECT WITH RACHAELIf you would like to find out more about Rachael and her work you can connect with her in the following places:Website: www.feedmarketing.ggLinkedIn: /rachael-feedmarketingMedium: @rachaelcumberland-dodd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I’m talking with Nicole Drummond, an Intuitive Healer and Channel. Nicole works with Highly Sensitive People to support them to break cycles of chronic anxiety and start developing healthy boundaries by working with the underlying cause - emotional trauma using Energy Psychology. Often working on a multidimensional level on both this life and past lives. More recently her work has begun to open up and evolve as she is beginning to support clients who are waking up to their ‘soul mission’, to help them discover their calling. As part of this she has a passion for teaching intuitive development and helping others to learn how to live more intuitively.In this episode, we dive into how to cultivate intuitive intelligence and how it can be used as a superpower in your business, allowing you to work with a greater sense of authentic flow and alignment. We talk about how to use it in combination with business strategy and what can happen when these two things come together to make a powerful combination.CONNECT WITH NICOLEIf you would like to find out more about Nicole and her work you can connect with her in the following places:Website: www.nicoledrummond.comInstagram: @nicoledrummondtherapyFacebook: /nicoledrummondtherapyYouTube: /Nicole Drummond EFT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join me in this exploration of designing a business that gives back more than it takes, and in doing so benefits our planet, society, and personal well-being. We unpack the idea of crafting a business that is not just profitable but purposeful too, emphasising how our work can thrive by aligning with a deeper sense of meaning—be it environmental consciousness, societal contribution, or nourishing ourself after periods of burnout. Listen in as I talk about the importance of incorporating natural cycles into business practices, and the mountain-climbing metaphor that brings clarity to designing a business that resonates deeply with clients. This conversation is not just about the mechanics of running a company, but also about the heart—connecting with customers on a level that goes beyond transactions and fosters a self-sustaining model through genuine, positive experiences. MORE WAYS TO GO BEYOND BUSINESSSign up for weekly notifications of new episodesCome say hi on Instagram Follow me on LinkedInSend it on using this link www.debbielee.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I’m talking with Vix Anderton, a Somatic Mentor and Facilitator. Vix’s work is grounded in nervous system resourcing, using the principles of embodiment, cyclical living and authentic relating to help rebel perfectionists manage their energy and emotions to bravely build more sustainable and authentic ways of being.In this episode, we dive into how perfectionism shows up for us as individuals and business owners and some of the ways we can support ourselves to approach it with compassion and find what ‘good enough’ looks like. We talk about how we interact with some of the bigger challenges we are facing in the world today as perfectionists and how we build a meaningful relationship to the impact we make through our work.CONNECT WITH VIXIf you would like to find out more about Vix and her work you can connect with her in the following places:Website: www.vixanderton.com/linksInstagram: @vix_andertonEnough - The Book: On Amazon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join me this week as I chat with Saskia de Feijter, founder of Ja-Wol. Saskia helps established and emerging small businesses in slow fashion shape their brand, organise and plan their work and create strategies around their needs. So they can offer a solid alternative to fast fashion to crafters and creatives alike. On the episode she shares her own journey that has centred around slow fashion, and crafting a purposeful and profitable business that also supports other crafters and makers to do the same.CONNECT WITH SASKIAIf you would like to find out more about Saskia and her work at Ja-Wol you can connect with her in the following places:Website: www.ja-wol.comInstagram: @_jawol_patternshiftFind out more about her next Business Circle Program: Waitlist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.