My Kind of Business

In this forty-sixth episode of My Kind of Business, Business Coach Alex McCarthy shares five subtle but powerful ways your business might be unintentionally turning away potential clients and how to refine each one this month to improve client conversion.

If you have been visible but not converting consistently, questioning your messaging, your offers or even your direction, this episode will help you step back and assess your busi...

In this forty-fifth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Becca Upton — also known as The No BS Therapist — for a candid conversation about authenticity, individuality and building a private practice that truly reflects who you are.

Becca shares her journey from childhood dreams and traditional NHS therapy roles to creating a bold, personality-led private practice supporting organised, type A women navigating burnout, e...

In this forty-fourth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Jodie Faitakis, COO of Entrepreneurial Spark and Founder of Entspired, for a powerful conversation about authenticity, resilience and the real rhythm of entrepreneurial growth.

Jodie shares her journey from childhood creativity and DIY ventures to leading national entrepreneurial operations and building community-led spaces for founders in Bedford. Her story is ...

In this forty-third episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Rachel McGrath, family solicitor and founder of RJS Family Law, for an honest and powerful conversation about resilience, values and building a business in one of the most emotionally demanding industries.

Rachel shares her non-traditional journey into law, from leaving home at 17 and working full-time while studying part-time, to qualifying as a solicitor alongs...

In this forty-second episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Merryn Tenalach – death doula, funeral celebrant, writer and space holder – for a grounding, honest and deeply human conversation about grief, intuition and building a business that honours life’s thresholds.

Merryn’s work sits at the meeting point of grief, ritual, psychology and the living world. She is the guardian of Soulton Long Barrow, an ancient burial pl...

In this forty-first episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Gabbie, founder of Tilted Crown, for an honest and deeply human conversation about creativity, intuition and building a business alongside motherhood.

Gabbie shares her journey from aspiring journalist to hairdresser and creative entrepreneur, reflecting on the early influences that shaped her path and the moments that invited her to rethink what she really wante...

In this fortieth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Jay, founder of Mayfair Decorating Contractors for a grounded and honest conversation about entrepreneurship, mindset, and building a business from the ground up.

Jay shares his journey into business ownership, including the family influences that shaped his work ethic, what it was really like starting a business at a young age and the lessons he’s learned through b...

In this thirty-ninth episode of My Kind of Business, Business Coach Alex McCarthy reflects on the past eight years of running her business and shares what she would do differently if she were starting again in 2026.

With the new year often bringing pressure to move fast, set big goals, and have everything figured out, Alex invites you to slow down and take a more intentional, grounded approach instead. She talks honestly abou...

In this thirty-eighth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Sanne van der Ende – personal trainer, community-builder, and founder on a mission to bring kindness, compassion, and joy back into fitness.

Sanne shares her journey from growing up in an entrepreneurial household to completely rebuilding her life after years of depression, negative body image, and an unhealthy relationship with exercise. She talks about the pi...

In this thirty-seventh episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Bec Johnson – funeral industry marketer, speaker, and Founder on a mission to support independent funeral directors and change the way we talk about death.

Bec shares her journey from uncertainty in her career to finding purpose in the funeral industry. She discusses pivotal moments that shaped her path, including transformative experiences at Camp America, pe...

In this thirty-sixth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Sue Chalmers – founder of Willow & Hen and former motor industry professional turned lifestyle store owner.

After years working in the motor industry, Sue reached a point where she knew she wanted to build something more aligned with who she was. That intention led her to open Willow & Hen – the calm, community-focused lifestyle store she’d dreamed about...

In this thirty-fifth episode of My Kind of Business Business Coach Alex McCarthy invites you to slow down, breathe and take an honest look back at 2025 so far - the wins, the wobbles, the surprises and the spaces where you grew without even noticing.

Alex shares her own reflections from this year, including the fears she faced when launching this very podcast, the moments of doubt that nearly stopped her, and the unexpected confide...

In this thirty-fourth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex McCarthy speaks with Sareena and Nim, sisters and co-founders of Serene Baby, a Bedford-based business supporting parents and babies through baby massage, yoga and wellbeing classes.

What began as Sareena teaching baby massage from her living room has grown into a thriving community-led business helping families across Bedfordshire feel more connected, calm and confident. J...

 

In this thirty-third episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Lauren Troiano, a Female Founder and Entrepreneur behind two Bedfordshire-based businesses: The Little Marketing Company and The Little Yoga Company.

Lauren shares her journey from corporate marketing to entrepreneurship, explaining how maternity leave inspired her to build businesses that align with her values. Through The Little Marketing ...

In this thirty-second episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Jessica Leader – co-founder of SureStay Group and former corporate marketing professional turned property entrepreneur.

After a successful career managing marketing budgets and brand reputations in the corporate world, Jess realised she wanted to do work that created both profit and purpose. That realisation led her to co-found SureStay Group – a property inves...

 

In this thirty-first episode of My Kind of Business, business coach Alex McCarthy dives into the crucial role of mindset in business success, exploring how self-belief and emotional intelligence shape everything from your confidence to your decision-making.

Alex shares five powerful mindset shifts that help business owners grow with clarity and calm — from replacing pressure with presence, to focusing on progress ov...

In this thirtieth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Sarah Summers – Registered Nutritionist and founder of Sarah Summers Nutrition. Sarah helps midlife women navigate menopause with clarity, energy, and confidence, without confusion, fad diets, or endless Googling.

After 30 years in the corporate world, Sarah’s own breast cancer diagnosis became a turning point that reshaped her life. She left the boardrooms behind ...

In this twenty-ninth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Emma Davies – former teacher and Founder of Is It Time to Play? a creative online business supporting early years and KS1 teachers with playful, practical resources.

Through her website isittimetoplay.co.uk and social media community @isittimetoplay, Emma has built a vibrant space for educators who believe in the power of learning through play.

What began as sha...

Episode 28: How to Align Your Career and Life with Sarah Burrows

In this twenty-eighth episode of My Kind of Business Alex is joined by Sarah Burrows – Accredited Career & Business Coach and Founder of Achieving Ambition. Sarah helps women who feel stuck, lost or unfulfilled in their careers to discover a purpose-filled path, whether that’s a career change, developing leadership skills or stepping into entrepreneurship.

With a ...