In this eye-opening episode, we’re joined by Alex Moore from Gritstone Strategy for a deep dive into two powerful and often misunderstood topics: political lobbying and disaster recovery for individuals and businesses.Alex draws from real-world experience to reveal how lobbyists shape policy, influence the political class, and drive decisions that ripple across entire industries. But this conversation doesn’t stop at politics, we also examine the critical role of disaster recovery, especially in a world facing increasing political, economic, and environmental volatility.We discussed:- What really happens behind closed doors in political lobbying- How lobbying impacts legislation, business regulations, and public trust- Why disaster recovery planning is no longer optional for modern businesses- Whether you’re a business owner, policymaker, or just someone who wants to understand the intersection of power, influence, and resilienceFind Alex here on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-moore-8638b5128Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay inspired and informed.44:40 - 48:00 - Advice for people getting into the industry48:10 - 52:30 - Challenges to the industryThe Episode was recorded by ⁠@Flownamix: ⁠https://www.flownamix.co.uk/⁠ ⁠ for ⁠Manchester SEO⁠ -⁠ ⁠⁠https://mcr-seo.com/⁠⁠ The episode was sponsored by: Brownies were Supplied by Bele Brownies: https://www.belebrownies.com/ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Water Was supplied by Crag Spring Water: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.cragspringwater.co.uk Thank you for your business!

In this thought-provoking episode with Claire Owen from HR Made Easy (https://hrmadeeasy.co.uk/), we explore the evolving role of HR and leadership in a world where people, purpose, and emotional intelligence are redefining success. From being custodians of the brand to acting as emotional sponges, leaders today are expected to do more than ever—often without recognition.We challenge outdated views of people as “costs” and instead highlight their true value as the heart of every organization. Finally, we look ahead at what the future of HR could—and should—look like in a more human-centered workplace.If you're passionate about culture, leadership, and the future of work, this one’s for you.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay inspired and informed.35:10 - 35:30 - Custodians of the brand35:30 - 37:00 - The emotional sponge39:30 - 40:00 - People have value not cost43:00 - 45:45 - HR to the futureThe Episode was recorded by ⁠@Flownamix: ⁠https://www.flownamix.co.uk/⁠ ⁠ for ⁠Manchester SEO⁠ -⁠ ⁠⁠https://mcr-seo.com/⁠⁠ The episode was sponsored by: Brownies were Supplied by Bele Brownies: https://www.belebrownies.com/ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Water Was supplied by Crag Spring Water: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.cragspringwater.co.uk Thank you for your business!

From Banking to the Boardroom, in this episode we learn more about Pete Ackerley’s Journey Across British Sport.This week, we're joined by Pete Ackerley, a seasoned leader in UK sport who’s shaped national strategy across cricket, football, and beyond. Currently Owner of PA Sport Development Consultancy, Pete also serves as a Board Director at the England & Wales Cricket Board, and Trustee of the England & Wales Cricket Trust. His career spans senior leadership roles with the British American Football Association, The FA, and Lancashire County Cricket Club.But it all started in banking—until a groundhog day moment pushed Pete to follow his true passion.In this episode, we dive into:- His pivot from finance to purpose-driven work in sport- What good leadership looks like at governing body level- How to build trust and performance in high-pressure environments- The lessons sport can teach every sector—including marketingWhether you're in sport, business, or just navigating your own pivot, this one’s packed with real-world leadership insight.🔗 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.#ManchesterSEOPodcast #Leadership #SportBusiness #Cricket #Football #CareerPivot #BoardroomInsights #PeteAckerley

18:25 - 19:30 - Good coaching in sport and business26:10 - 27:50 - Pass things on better than you found them30:15 - 31:40 - Managers Manage, players play33:40 - 36:10 - Building the right cultureThe Episode was recorded by ⁠@Flownamix: ⁠https://www.flownamix.co.uk/⁠ ⁠ for ⁠Manchester SEO⁠ -⁠ ⁠⁠https://mcr-seo.com/⁠⁠ The episode was sponsored by: Brownies were Supplied by Bele Brownies: https://www.belebrownies.com/ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Water Was supplied by Crag Spring Water: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.cragspringwater.co.uk Thank you for your business!

This week we are joined by Lee Englestone who is Head of Innovation for Userware (https://userware.dev/). Lee is an experienced professional with a diverse skill set in practical innovation, strategy, and experimentation, helping businesses leverage technology to create innovative value propositions. We talk about all things to do with Immersive technology and the power of play in innovation.

2:45 - 4:20 - The best marketers win, not the product5:15 - 6:05 - Innovation can often be forgotten17:45 - 18:45 - Hiring Staff members42:30 - 43:30 - VR won't be an all day experience43:30 - 44:40 - AR for children45:30 - 49:00 - The future of AR49:50 - 51:00 - Getting started in AR53:00 - 54:00 - Why innovation is important55:30 - 56:25 - Using ringfenced AI The Episode was recorded by ⁠@Flownamix: ⁠https://www.flownamix.co.uk/⁠ ⁠ for ⁠Manchester SEO⁠ The episode was sponsored by: Brownies were Supplied by Bele Brownies: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.belebrownies.com/ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Water supplied by Crag Spring Water: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.cragspringwater.co.uk Thank you for your business!

Nick Maycock joined us from https://greatbritishfoodfestival.com/ Nick and the Team have been running massive family events for many years. Nick gives us an insight into the realities, considerations and mindset of running large events 4:20 - 4:40 - Challenges to the running the festival25:30 - 25:50 - Reality of starting a business51:05 - 53:00 - Advice for people getting into events53:00 - 53:50 - Gazebo storyThe Episode was recorded by ⁠@Flownamix: ⁠https://www.flownamix.co.uk/⁠ ⁠ for ⁠Manchester SEO⁠ The episode was sponsored by: Brownies were Supplied by Bele Brownies: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.belebrownies.com/ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Water Was supplied by Crag Spring Water: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.cragspringwater.co.uk

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In this episode, we sit down with Julia Wolfendale, a renowned business coach, to explore the power of focus in coaching and leadership. Julia shares her insights on asking tough questions, coaching through clarity, and the importance of valuing employees. She also dives into therapeutic practices in coaching and discusses the future of coaching, offering valuable advice for aspiring coaches. If you're looking to enhance your leadership skills, refine your coaching approach, or simply gain fresh perspectives, this episode is a must-listen!

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Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts📩 Got questions? Drop them in the comments!

You can find out more about Julia's consulting business here: https://www.ontheupconsulting.com/

Find her eBook 5 Ways to Focus here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Five-Ways-Focus-overwhelm-perspective-ebook/dp/B09LR97YHL

14:25 - 14:55 - Asking tough questions15:05 - 17:00 - Coaching through clarity23:40 - 25:00 - Valuing employees39:35 - 41:25 - Therapeutic practices 42:15 - 43:50 - The future of coaching44:05 - 45:10 - Advice for future coachesThe Episode was recorded by ⁠@Flownamix: ⁠https://www.flownamix.co.uk/⁠ ⁠for ⁠Manchester SEO⁠ The episode was sponsored by: Brownies were Supplied by Bele Brownies: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.belebrownies.com/ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Water Was supplied by Crag Spring Water: https://www.cragspringwater.co.uk

In this engaging podcast interview, actress Sally Rogers shares her journey and insights into the world of acting. She reflects on her first break into the industry and discusses her experiences working in Russia. Sally offers valuable advice for aspiring actors and explores how directors influence through performance. She candidly talks about overthinking and shares insights on breaking into the industry.For those looking to build a successful acting career, Sally provides tips for success and emphasizes the importance of resilience in the industry. She also opens up about the role of parental support in pursuing an acting career.Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with wisdom, personal experiences, and actionable advice for actors at all levels!

8:00 - 9:00 - First break into acting

16:10 - 17:00 - Acting Russia

24:20 - 25:00 - Not sure what it is but it's a reel

38:10 - 39:00 - Advice for actors

43:20 - 45:00 - Directors influence on actors

49:45 - 50:25 - Over thinking

50:40 - 51:40 - Getting into the industry

1:03:00 - 1:03:35 - Why directors are so important

1:04:35 - 1:05:20 - Tips for success for actors

1:05:30 - 1:06:30 - How to maintain resilience in the industry

1:10:10 - 1:13:00 - Being supported by parents to go into acting

During the discussion Sally mentions the Coach/Consultant Tom Robertson. You can find him here - https://www.tom-robertson.com/

The Episode was recorded by ⁠@Flownamix: ⁠https://www.flownamix.co.uk/⁠ ⁠for ⁠Manchester SEO⁠ -⁠ ⁠⁠https://mcr-seo.com/⁠⁠ The episode was sponsored by: Brownies were Supplied by Bele Brownies: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.belebrownies.com/ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Water Was supplied by Crag Spring Water: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.cragspringwater.co.uk. Thank you for your business! We look forward to working with you again.

We sat down for a no-BS conversation about SEO with Ben Barker Director of Organic Performance from Connective 3 https://connective3.com/ and discuss what works, what doesn’t, and how to actually make money with it. From balancing organic strategies to the rise of Reddit in search, this episode is packed with insights every marketer needs to hear.

Key topics we covered:

✅ Understanding SEO budgets & getting real ROI 💰

✅ Ranking #1 but getting zero clicks – what’s going wrong?

✅ The AI impact on SEO (for better or worse) 🤖

✅ Reddit dominating Google – how to use it to your advantage

✅ Handling bad proposals & tough clients

✅ The importance of speaking up in SEO talks & sharing knowledge.

The Episode was recorded by ⁠@Flownamix: ⁠https://www.flownamix.co.uk/⁠ ⁠ for ⁠Manchester SEO⁠ -⁠ ⁠⁠https://mcr-seo.com/⁠⁠ SEO Manchester The episode was sponsored by: Brownies were Supplied by Bele Brownies: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.belebrownies.com/ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Water Was supplied by Crag Spring Water: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.cragspringwater.co.uk

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