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Welcome to Business Class — the empowering new podcast hosted by social media strategist and entrepreneur Vicky Owens.
In this bold and inspiring series, Vicky dives into the real-life challenges and triumphs of being a young female business owner in today’s fast-paced digital world. From debunking the stereotypes about young, ambitious women to sharing game-changing business tips, Business Class is your go-to resource for authentic advice, social media strategies, and unfiltered conversations about entrepreneurship.
Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a content creator, or just love a good mix of motivation, humor, and insight, this podcast delivers the tools and real talk you need to level up.
Hit follow and get ready for weekly episodes filled with actionable tips, personal stories, and behind-the-scenes social media secrets that will help you grow your brand and your mindset.
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Welcome back to Business Class ✈️ This week’s episode is a little bit different. We’re diving into something I’ve avoided talking about for a long time - mindset, confidence, and learning not to care what people think… even when you’re still figuring it out. After investing over £100,000 into business coaches, mentors, therapy, and personal development, I’m breaking down the biggest lessons I’ve learned so far -not from a place of “I’ve mastered it”, but from being right in the middle of...
In today’s episode, I’m joined by the incredible Javeno McLean and trust me, this is a conversation you need to hear. We dive deep into the reality behind success the failures, the loneliness, the discipline, and the mindset it really takes to build something meaningful. Javeno shares his journey from humble beginnings to creating a community that’s changing lives every single day, including opening a free gym for those who need it most. But this episode goes far beyond business… We talk a...
This week on Business Class, Vicky Owens is back with a dilemmas episode, answering real questions from listeners and tackling the day to day challenges that come with running a business. From difficult clients and boundary setting to managing team dynamics and handling employees who overstep the mark, this episode dives into the situations founders don’t always talk about. Vicky shares honest, practical advice on what to do when clients become too demanding, when team culture starts to slip,...
Welcome back to Business Class - the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of what it really takes to build a successful business ✈️ In this episode, host Vicky Owens is joined by the powerhouse couple behind My Kit Co - James Malloy and Alex Thompson. From meeting years ago to building one of the UK’s leading beauty brands, this episode is a true full-circle moment. The pair share how they went from living and working in Hong Kong to launching a global makeup brand that quickly secur...
Welcome back to Business Class with your host Vicky Owens. In this honest solo episode, Vicky shares the biggest mistakes she’s made as a business owner and the lessons that completely changed how she runs her company. From bad advice and poor financial habits to leadership challenges and mindset shifts, this episode is all about the things entrepreneurs often learn the hard way. After building her business in her early twenties, Vicky opens up about the realities of growing a company without...
Welcome back to Business Class with your host Vicky Owens. In this episode, Vicky sits down with sisters Sam and Steph, co-founders of Pretty Lavish, the womenswear label that grew from a £3,000 side hustle into a multi-million pound fashion brand stocked in Selfridges and ASOS. What started in their living room while working full-time jobs has evolved into a globally recognised brand known for occasionwear, bridesmaid dresses and elevated everyday fashion. But this conversation goes far dee...
Welcome back to Business Class with your host Vicky Owens. In this listener dilemmas episode, Vicky answers some of the most stressful, emotional, and real business situations founders face behind the scenes. From influencer mistakes that cost sales, to friendship breakdowns in business, supplier disasters, fake reviews, viral growth burnout, and uncomfortable customer boundaries, this episode pulls back the curtain on what running a business actually looks like. Vicky shares honest advice on...
Welcome back to Business Class with your host Vicky Owens. In this episode, Vicky is joined by Sian Whitefoot, an entrepreneur who has built an almost seven-figure business in a remarkably short space of time while being refreshingly honest about the realities of running a company. Sian shares her journey from a successful career in fashion design into entrepreneurship, opening up about the emotional, mental, and practical challenges that come with scaling a business. This episode explores wh...
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens. In this week’s episode, Vicky dives into your business dilemmas, unpacking some of the most common fears and challenges that stop people from starting, growing, and enjoying their businesses. This episode is packed with practical ideas, mindset shifts, and honest reassurance for entrepreneurs at every stage. Vicky tackles the fear of being wrong and the imposter syndrome that holds so many people back from taking...
Welcome back to Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens. In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by Joel Conder, one half of the viral family YouTube channel Dad vs Girls, and founder of Desvu Clothing and We Are Sol tanning brand. Joel opens up about feeling lost in his career and making the brave decision to leave his job to pursue content creation full time. What started as simply having fun with his family quickly turned into a YouTube channel that changed everything. After battling p...
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens. In this week’s episode, Vicky tackles one of the most common questions leaders and business owners ask themselves: how do I actually do it all? This conversation is all about productivity, especially for those who don’t fit the typical “hyper-organised” mould. As a self-confessed Type B and naturally scatty person, Vicky has spent years learning how to work with her brain rather than against it. She shares the pr...
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens. In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by Benjy Leslie, founder and CEO of Connect Management and widely recognised as one of the UK’s most impressive young business leaders. Benjy represents over 150 creators and delivers influencer campaigns for some of the world’s biggest brands, making him a leading voice in the creator economy. Benjy shares how his journey into influencer management began during Covid, afte...
Welcome back to Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens. In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by her sister and coworker, Lauren, as they sit down to tackle your listener dilemmas in a conversation packed with honest business insights and real-life lessons. This episode even features a voice note from a loyal listener sharing a truly eye-opening and slightly terrifying story about working with a friend. It’s wild, relatable, and a must-listen for anyone considering mixing business wit...
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens. In this week’s solo episode, Vicky dives deep into social media growth and how to turn your online presence into a powerful revenue stream. From the importance of consistency to understanding how algorithms, audience trust, and content strategy work together, Vicky breaks down exactly what it takes to grow on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and beyond. With a combined following of around 200,000 followers, Vick...
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens. In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by the brilliant Holly Brooke and Joely Sanderson, founders of the bold and brilliantly named brand We Are Regular, the all-in-one poo supplement that took the wellness industry by storm. After struggling with chronic constipation for most of her life, Holly was desperate to find a solution that actually worked. While she eventually discovered something that helped, it requ...
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens. In this more relaxed, end-of-year episode, Vicky takes a moment to slow down and reflect in between the festive period. She opens up about everything she’s learned as a business owner this year, celebrating her personal and professional growth and sharing what lessons she’s choosing to carry forward into 2026. Vicky talks honestly about learning to accept that not everyone is going to like you - and why that’s ok...
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens. In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by the inspiring Jordan, founder of the activewear brand JLuxe - a brand built on inclusivity, confidence, and designing flattering pieces for all body types. Jordan created JLuxe after struggling to find activewear that truly fit her as a curvaceous woman whose weight fluctuated over time. She noticed that even when brands offered sizes beyond an XL, the designs often lack...
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens. In this week’s solo episode, Vicky shares the pearls of wisdom she’s gathered recently as a business owner - from the films she’s watched, to the books she’s been reading, to the conversations that have shifted her perspective. She opens up about the lessons she wishes she had learned sooner and the mindset shifts that have helped her grow both personally and professionally. Vicky dives into one of her favourite ...
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens. In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by Khareem Tevin Johnson-Achu and Jamaal Patterson-Bennett - two inspiring entrepreneurs who are transforming the way we learn from the world’s most successful millionaires and billionaires. As the founders of The Venture Room, they’ve built a rapidly growing platform dedicated to sharing real, raw business lessons directly from high-level founders. Inspired by an American ...
Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens. This week, Vicky is back with another listener dilemmas episode, diving into the real challenges business owners face every day. This conversation is packed with practical, honest business advice - from leading and scaling a team, to learning how to manage effectively without slipping into micromanagement or constantly redoing your team’s work. Vicky also explores what to do when you’ve lost the passion for your ...
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