Guest: Stephanie Smith – Director of ⁠JJM Creative⁠.

Join us for an insightful conversation on the strategies and mindset shifts that shape successful digital marketing agencies. Stephanie unpacks real-world experience and tactical advice for marketers, business owners and agency leaders.

We discuss:

- The value of leaning on support systems as marketers.

- How a “business in a box” model can simplify scaling.

- Why networking is non-negotiable even when you're busy.

- What it means to lead from the front and set the tone in your organisation.

- How to recognise when clients are chasing you and how to fix it.

- The pros and cons of working on commission and what to be aware of.

- The critical importance of being accessible, to clients, to your team, and to your market.

Timestamps:

25:40 - 26:15 - Sometimes Marketers need support36:25 - 37:00 - Business in a box37:00 - 37:35 - There's always time to network41:30 - 42:15 - Lead from the front42:15 - 42:40 - If your clients are chasing you there is a problem 45:05 - 45:40 - Do you work on commission 46:50 - 48:40 - Making yourself accessible is so important 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 Was supplied by Crag Spring Water: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.cragspringwater.co.uk Thank you for your business!

From Law to Wellness – A Journey with Gemma DonnellyIn this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Gemma Donnelly, a Health & Wellness Coach and founder of Coaching with Gemma (https://www.coachingwithgemma.co.uk/). We unpack her incredible journey from a demanding career in Law to her true calling—empowering individuals to overcome anxiety, stress, and low confidence.Gemma shares the pivotal moments that led her to change paths, the challenges she faced along the way, and the powerful tools she now uses to help others transform their lives. If you're struggling with self-doubt, burnout, or feeling stuck, this episode offers practical insights and heartfelt encouragement.✨ In this episode, we discuss:* Gemma’s transition from the legal profession to coaching* How anxiety and stress show up in everyday life* Building confidence and self-belief* Mindset shifts for lasting wellbeing* Practical strategies for emotional resilience21:00 - 21:35 - Switching off29:25 - 29:55 - Are you looking after yourselfThanks to our major sponsor Lateral Edge Cyber SecurityThe Episode was recorded by ⁠@Flownamix: ⁠https://www.flownamix.co.uk/⁠ ⁠ for ⁠Manchester SEO⁠The 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 episode, we sit down with Joe Rawlins, Head Chef and Owner of La Popote (https://www.la-popote.co.uk/), a fine-dining restaurant in Cheshire that blends French flair with British charm. Joe shares his journey from aspiring cook to running an acclaimed restaurant, what it takes to succeed in the competitive world of chefs, and how La Popote earned the attention of Michelin.We dive into the realities of kitchen life, the influence of French cuisine on the UK food scene, and even explore the lighter side of gastronomy, including “doing chips right,” the UK’s first water menu, and a live water tasting!If you’re passionate about food, hospitality, or the mindset it takes to reach the top in a demanding industry, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.11:45 - 12:30 - Everybody is a chef17:30 - 19:00 - How Joe became a chef19:10 - 20:20 - What it's like becoming a chef20:30 - 21:30 - Chef eat Chef world21:45 - 22:30 - Is France still the leader in food22:50 - 26:25 - Adapting France to UK - MOMENT25:25 - 25:50 - Doing chips right32:50 - 34:15 - How Michelin approached La Popote42:10 - 43:10 - Language barrier44:50 - 45:50 - The UK first water menu!45:50 - 46:35 - Water tasting with DoranThanks to our main sponsor for the episode Lateral Edge Cybersecurity: https://lateraledge.co.uk/ 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 Was supplied by Crag Spring Water: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.cragspringwater.co.uk Thank you for your business!

In this episode, we sit down with Sophie Cook, the brilliant host of The Marple Journal Podcast (https://www.youtube.com/@TheMarpleJournalPodcast), to dive into the world of storytelling, podcasting, and the unexpected ways conversations can shape our lives and careers. Sophie shares her journey, the challenges and joys of running a podcast, and even her take on Taylor Swift’s surprising connection to podcast culture.Whether you’re a podcast lover, a creator yourself, or just curious about the behind-the-scenes of building a show, this conversation is packed with insights and inspiration.📌 Timestamps13:30 – 16:00 • How relationships affect careers19:15 – 19:50 • The power of growing a podcast26:10 – 26:55 • How to start a podcast34:00 – 34:55 • Taylor Swift and podcastsIf you enjoy this episode, don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations with inspiring voices.Thanks to our major sponsor Lateral Edge Cybersecurity: https://lateraledge.co.uk/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 Was supplied by Crag Spring Water: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.cragspringwater.co.uk Thank you for your business!

Episode 74 - Manchester SEO Podcast with Tommy Taylor (Former Sale Sharks, Wasps & England Rugby Union Hooker) 🏉🎙️In this episode, I chat with Tommy Taylor, former Sale Sharks, Wasps, and England Rugby Union Hooker, about life on and off the pitch. From unforgettable rugby moments to the toughest games of his career, Tommy shares the highs, challenges, and lessons he’s carried forward from professional sport. He also talks about life after Rugby as New Partnership Lead with Leading-Edge-Performance and his continued support of younger players in the game.We dive into the realities of rugby, the competitiveness, the camaraderie, and the vulnerabilities players face when starting out. Plus, Tommy reflects on advice he’d give his younger self, the mentors who shaped his journey, and how rugby has influenced his outlook on life.📌 Episode Highlights:21:00 - 21:44 is it cutthroat in the industry? 21:56 - 22:22 changes in rugby 22:30 - 23:20 Toughest game in career 24:20 - 25:00 - being the younger one 25:25 - 27:30 Any advice you could give yourself if you could go back? 27:30 - 28:32 Any mentors? 42:00 - 43:20 being young and vulnerable 44:00 - 45:00 the different players in rugby 49:40 - 51:00 What did rugby teach you 56:00 - 57:17 Pre match ritualsIf you’re a rugby fan, interested in the mindset of professional athletes, or curious about the lessons sport teaches beyond the game, this episode is for you.Our Major Sponsor is: https://lateraledge.co.uk/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 Was supplied by Crag Spring Water: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.cragspringwater.co.uk Thank you for your business!

In this episode, I talk with Gary Dodson from Greenlight Computers (https://www.greenlightcomputers.co.uk/) we dive into business, trust, and the future of entrepreneurship with powerful lessons and honest insights. From the risks of putting all your eggs in one basket to why trust is becoming the most valuable currency, this conversation is packed with thought-provoking takeaways.15:00 - 16:05 - Don't put all your eggs in one basket18:00 - 19:05 - The legal word doesn't protect your data25:55 - 28:20 - When marketing works32:00 - 33:00 - Party politics is finished38:15 - 40:00 - Advice to new entrepreneurs01:09:00 - 01:10:30 - Being apart of something01:10:30 - 01:11:35 - Celebrating loss01:12:30 - 01:13:25 - Currency of the future is trustMajor Sponsor: Lateral Edge Cybersecurity - https://lateraledge.co.uk/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!

In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Underhill from JLU Associates Ltd, a seasoned clinical pharmacist and medicines optimisation advisor, with a rich career spanning hospital, National Prescribing Centre, NICE, and now PrescQIPP. Jonathan brings a wealth of insight into evidence-based care, shared decision-making, and the future of healthcare.

We Discussed:

15:45 - 16:30 - The power of placebo

19:15 - 19:45 - Bring the patient in on decisions

20:20 - 22:55 - Healthcare is a complex problem

25:55 - 27:20 - What is radical cander

32:15 - 33:30 - Cats can swim but don't like to

33:50 - 34:25 - Don't work with similar minds, work with challenging ideas

36:45 - 37:45ish - The future of healthcare

39:35 - 40:35 - Gene therapy

40:45 - 42:20 - Is there wastage in the NHS

45:40 - 48:25 - Will AI replace Doctors

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!

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!