Grow Your Brand With Amanda

Ever struggled to explain what you actually do in one sentence? Or felt like your story wasn't "interesting enough" to share?

In this episode, my guest Philippa Ross and I dissect the messy middle of authentic visibility, the part where you question the labels, navigate the pressure to be polished, and wonder if anyone’s even listening.

Philippa’s own personal journey includes everything from podcasting and personal development to ...

In today’s episode, I’m chatting with the brilliant Eve Stanway, a divorce and breakup coach, a psychotherapist, and the author of Conversations at the Shoreline.

We go deep around the fears that keep us quiet, especially those rooted in childhood or big life changes like divorce. We talk about how those experiences can mess with your confidence and make visibility feel way harder than it needs to be.

We also chat about the pressur...

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the things - posting, planning, tweaking your tone of voice, and still wondering why your brand just isn’t “landing,” this episode is for you.

In this solo episode, Amanda Jane breaks down the truth about brand personality and why it’s not just a mood or a marketing buzzword. It’s the real magic behind content that connects, visibility that feels natural, and a brand that finally feels like...

Have you ever sent out a press release and thought… “Well, let’s see what happens”?

My guest Shauna, did just that and what happened next was a total game-changer.

One carefully crafted release led to hundreds of thousands of pounds in media coverage, interviews across Europe, and a massive leap in visibility for her brand. And the most amazing part? It wasn’t even part of some big PR strategy. It was accidental. Organic. And unbel...

In this episode, Chantelle the Clever Content Creator and amazing podcaster, shares the deeply personal journey that shaped her brand. From getting married and divorced within the span of a year, to choosing a path of self-development that ultimately led her to launch her own coaching business.

We have a fascinating conversation about the shift from indifference to intentional living and the birth of The Single Girl’s Guide to Life...

I love stories that started out as one thing and ended up as another and that’s exactly what happened with this week’s guest, Jenna Farmer. Imagine starting out as a teacher in China and then pivoting to become a PR powerhouse!

In an industry that was historically perceived as middle class and London-centric, Jenna has helped hundreds to buck this trend and made them masters of their own PR game.

We chat about how social media has ...

Ever found yourself downplaying your achievements or hesitating to speak up about your skills? You’re not alone. It seems to be a trait that many women have in common.

My guest, Melanie Whittaker from You Are Your Marketing, and I had great fun chatting about pursuing our dreams, PR and personal branding as well as speaking our truth!

In this episode, we’re getting loud about: Why women are conditioned to avoid self-promotion

The f...

This week, I’m chatting to my good friend, Angela Santiago and we discuss how life throws challenges our way, but it’s how we handle them makes all the difference.

Angela shares her expertise in energy healing and emotional therapy and the fact that many individuals are stuck in a cycle of overcharged energies due to past traumas or dysfunctional backgrounds, which they may not recognise as an issue.

People can be stuck in these em...

Today I’m chatting to Ruth Tsui, a group program design consultant who’s all about ditching the growth-at-all-costs mindset and building a business that actually aligns with your values.

She poses a very interesting question - are we working ourselves so hard so we’ll finally find joy when we retire??

We explore the messy reality of moving from in-person to online education, the highs and lows of running online memberships, and why...

Ever wondered how to juggle a business while dealing with chronic health issues? In this episode, my guest, sales strategist Lixxy Harkcom, opens up about living with four chronic pain conditions and the challenges of running her business, Sales Success with Lixxy.

We chat about the struggles to stay productive and available for our clients during flare-ups and the all-too-common habit of sidelining self-care that many of us are gu...

We dive straight into a powerful conversation with business strategist Gina Trick, about motivation, personal branding, and what it means to really uplift others in business.

This lady is on a mission and we have a right old natter about embracing your unique path, the true value of public speaking and what does success really look like? Do you have to sacrifice your life for it? It’s a question many of us have been asking a lot re...

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Sandra Pierce from Looking Good Naturally, who shares her remarkable journey from IT to the beauty industry—a career shift inspired by her hearing disability.

Sandra opens up about the unique challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in self-employment and the importance of building confidence and finding mentors along the way. We also discuss self-sufficiency, overcoming obstacles, a...

Today’s incredible guest, Linda Bretherton takes us on a fascinating journey into the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, a 7,000-year-old holistic practice that has shaped modern healing approaches. Linda unpacks the basics of Ayurveda, explaining the unique body constitutions—vata, pitta, and kapha—and how understanding them can help guide healthier choices, like seasonal eating and balanced living.

We also explore the search for inner g...

Welcome to the launch episode of The Bravery Behind The Brand! (formerly Communicate with Confidence). In this episode, I’m thrilled to introduce Suzanne Young, a leadership coach who’s got some powerful insights and stories to share about building confidence, navigating workplace culture, and why being your authentic self is the absolute key to building your personal brand.

With nearly three decades of challenging the status quo, ...

Welcome to Bravery Behind the Brand—the podcast where we’re going to dive into the real, raw stories behind building a business and explore the courage it takes to show up authentically. What started as Communicate With Confidence has evolved into something deeper—a space where vulnerability and bravery meet to inspire us with incredible stories of courage and resilience.

But let’s be honest—the pressure to maintain a perfect socia...

Zoe Thompson, coach, trainer and speaker joins me this week as we chat about the ups and downs of leaving the public sector for self-employment, including how tricky it can be to stay visible—especially if you’ve got some past challenges to overcome.

We also discuss the new world that former public sector workers find themselves in and unique challenges that brings as they navigate new, and very different, ways of working.

Zoe shar...

On today’s episode, I’m joined by Sarah Langslow, the brilliant author of Do Sweat the Small Stuff, a book that dives into how it’s the everyday interactions—rather than just the big moments—that truly shape our relationships and leadership.

We have a fascinating conversation (and many laughs!) about emotions in communication and how mastering both your own and others' communication styles can feel like unlocking a superpower!

Sara...

Today, I’m joined by the amazing Lucy, founder of Any Little Thing, a home help service making waves in Essex by transforming the lives of elderly individuals. In our chat, we dive into the often bewildering world of healthcare and social care, shedding light on the challenges families face while trying to navigate these complex systems. Lucy is on a mission to change that, offering one-to-one consultations to help carers find the ...