Daring Forward

I'm so excited to share with you all the latest 2023 updates on Pinterest and how it can help you grow our business. We’re going IN. From groundbreaking executive staff shifts to exciting new features for creators, I’m sharing my honest thoughts for where I believe the platform is going and how you can position yourself for the new shift. It’s so important to keep a pulse on what’s happening at the macro level and also pay attentio...

What if starting a business could open doors and opportunities beyond your wildest dreams?  If you think that it’s too good to be true then I’d love to introduce you to today’s guest.

We talk about how to validate your idea and fund your side hustle, the behind the scenes of going viral, celebrating the small wins and competing with massive retailers as a small business.

Frustrated by the lack of skin-tone options for women of colo...

In this episode of Daring Forward, we’re diving into the world of AI and its impact on the online business space.

Are you feeling worried about the rise of AI and its potential to replace our jobs? You're not alone. But today, I want to tackle these fears head on and take a look at the exciting opportunities AI can bring to the table.

As entrepreneurs, it's important to stay ahead of the curve and embrace new technologies. So I'v...

Have you ever been ghosted on a date? Imagine going through that hundreds of times, feeling like you’re being punched in the gut, by multiple people over a long period of time; would you still keep going? Well, that’s exactly what our guest today has been through… with her startup.

I’m joined today by Allison Trowbridge, founder of Copper Books, the social app for book lovers where we talk about what it’s like being a tech startup ...

If you think hiring is scary or is only for those who are making 6 figures and above, stick around because in this episode I’m going to show you that a) hiring doesn’t have to be scary and b) you CAN hire even if you aren’t hitting the 6 figure mark. Hit play to tune in to 7 tried and true tips about hiring in the early stages of business. 

Check out Ep.13 ‘The Reality of Raising a Family and Running a Business’

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What does it take to build a business that can survive a pandemic, a recession and multiple crises?

In today’s episode on Daring Forward, our guest takes us through a rollercoaster Masterclass on how to build a bulletproof brand through community.

Bex Walker started the multi award-winning, all natural, vegan breakfast company in 2015 after changing her unhealthy lifestyle, in the hope that she would be a positive role model for he...

Let’s pull the curtain back on the No.1 burning topic that you guys, the DF community, wanted me to personally talk about which was, the reality of raising a family and running a business - at the same time. 

My heart behind this episode is to candidly share with you what are some of the challenges of having a family and running a business, what are the perks and what does it actually look like so that you can make an informed deci...

Do you long to make a positive change and impact in your community or the world? We often think that the only way to do that is to donate our hard earned money to charities or to volunteer. But what if you could create a business where being profitable and making an impact could coexist? 

Our guest in today’s episode shares with us what it means to build an impact driven business and put people and sustainability at the forefront o...

Many aspiring entrepreneurs, approach business like this. Come up with a brilliant idea, ask a couple of friends for feedback, buy a domain name and then launch. When you start a business this way you end up missing a HUGE piece that accounts for at least 70% of your business success and that is finding a profitable niche. So in this episode, you’ll learn 7 guaranteed ways to find a lucrative online business niche so you don’t have...

Is it possible to shape culture as an individual? And is it possible to shift entrenched, long standing core beliefs of a community or organisation?

Our guest today, shares how she’s transforming her community in the hopes of leaving a lasting impact. 

We talk about strategies to challenge and shape culture, the reality of leading a movement, sexism, monetising activist work and so much more. 

Raj Khaira is a lawyer, author, anti-o...

What’s the difference between using Instagram vs Pinterest? And which one is actually better for your business?

I get so many questions from entrepreneurs who are on Instagram and want to jump on Pinterest but are on the fence because they don’t know or understand how Pinterest works or how the platforms differ. 

Whether you’re on Instagram and wondering if the grass is greener on Pinterest or vice versa, stick around and I’ll comp...

How do you put a stop to painful patterns that keep recurring in your life?

How do you trust yourself to make wise decisions even in difficult circumstances?

How do you find your voice and speak up for yourself while still being kind?

In today’s episode, our guest is a therapist who’s specialised in the integration of both theology and psychology and is the author of the new book: The Best of You, where she reveals her breakthrough...

Ah the age old question ‘how do I find my purpose’? It’s a loaded question which can send you into an overthinking spiral. I know I have before and its something that I’ve wrestled with for a long time. But in today’s episode, we are going to simplify the whole process so that you move from overthinking to action taking, and more importantly how to turn your purpose into profit.

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The Social Media Manifesto 

If you’ve ever thought ‘it’s too late for me’ then this episode is especially for you. Today I’m joined by an incredible guest where we talk about how you can in fact have it all, but maybe not all at once.

Allyson Reneau is the biological mother to 11 children who graduated from Harvard university in US Space Policy at the age of 50. She has also worked with NASA, is a gymnast coach to Olympic hopefuls, a No1 Amazon author, inte...

Nope, it's not too late to start an online business. And nope the market is not saturated. There’s still SO much room for you. 

Today I want to walk you through 7 simple steps that you need to take in order to successfully start an online business. These are high level principles that won’t stop trending anytime soon, and anyone with an internet connection can start implementing with immediate effect.

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What does it really take to become a millionaire? In today’s episode, we talk about what it takes to hit 7 figures in business and our guest is brilliant at breaking it down.

Lauren Golden is the founder of The Free Mama Movement and a thriving community of tens of thousands of women. Her mission is simple: to ensure that no mother ever has to choose between family and financial stability. Lauren is also a #1 International Bestsell...

So you’re thinking about starting your own business? In this episode I wanted to talk you through what NOT to do to get started. I’m basically telling you all the cringey mistakes that I made and wasted so much time on, so you don’t have to.

Favourite Quotes I Discussed:

“If I had an hour to solve a problem I'd spend 55 minutes thinking about the problem and five minutes thinking about solutions.” Albert Einstein

“Clarity comes fro...

For all my multi passionate creatives out there, this one’s for you! In today's episode, our guest helps us get to the core of what it takes to be successful with multiple passions. 

Chibundu Onuzo became a published author aged 19 and went on to publish several other books. She’s also a singer-songwriter, screenplay producer and writer with a PhD in history.

Chibundu grew up in Lagos, Nigeria and moved to the UK in 2005, where she...

If you love a good rags to riches story then you’re in for a treat! Today we’re talking about how to rebuild your life after loss, and my guest is THE person to show us how.

Alli Worthington is a business coach and best selling author of Standing Strong, Breaking Busy, Fierce Faith and The Year of Living Happy.  Alli lost everything when her husband’s job came to a sudden and drastic end 10 years ago. 

Since then, she co-founded Bl...