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Welcome to 5 Things I Know Now: A DGH Podcast - the innovative and practical new series from the Dorset Growth Hub. Following on from the first two series of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast, we’re bringing an exciting spin to the format, where top business leaders share the five lessons that helped them find success. We'll be releasing a new episode every couple of weeks, and running live events alongside the episodes so be sure to keep up to date by registering your email at https://www.dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk/. Here you can also learn about more support we can provide your business including grant funding, 1-2-1 consultations and online events. On with the show...!
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The art of marketing in the wine industry is a challenge when bottles look so similar, which makes this Coffee & Catchup’s lineup ideal for anyone looking to stand out.Fran Bridgewater FCIM and Garry James, CMO of FOUNDRY, both join us to share in the latest from Fran’s new brand Volcanic Wines, the latest developments with Poole’s FOUNDRY and Podcast Labs, and even share a few tipple tips ahead of the Christmas period…This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:FOUNDRY and Podcast Labs’ latest collaborations at FOUNDRY Poole and beyondFran’s latest venture with Volcanic Wines, and how they’re crafting their latest selectionsHow vital it is to nail marketing in an industry with lookalike productsTips for wine connoisseurs to enjoy wine at its very best
With an ever-changing economic landscape, any support for small businesses is absolutely vital, a huge focus for this latest Coffee & Catchup episode of The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast.Nick Gregory guides us through the latest in finance, funding and mentorship with Dorset Business Mentors’ Alistair Bayliss sharing more on the process, and Steve Mayell sharing some grant and loan opportunities for SMEs in the local area.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:How mentors can help small businesses, particularly at an early stageLow Carbon Dorset’s pot for funding green and energy saving projectsRecent economic developments to stay aware of as SMEsA raft of resources from Dorset Business Mentors and SWIG Finance
Funding and friends are invaluable assets to any small business, and in this episode of The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast, we’re focusing on boosting finances and building a community.Recorded at our Coffee & Catch Up event in July, Steve Bulley hosts BCP Council’s Charles Fynn, Mercia Asset Management’s Max Slinger and FOUNDRY’s Ema Armstrong.The panel takes us through a new fund open to businesses in the BCP area, how best to seek venture capital funding, and how the Dolphin Centre’s new coworking space is catalysing collaboration.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:The UK Shared Prosperity Fund, and how to apply for some of BCP Council’s allocation of the fundMaximising your chances when seeking financial backing from venture capitalFOUNDRY’s stellar opening in Poole’s Dolphin Centre and the community being built around it
Moving forwards and having the right people on your team are two elements of every business’ dream, and between Maggie Lawrie & Toni Taylor, we have two of the most comprehensive answers.Being an Executive Coach with MLA International places Maggie perfectly to share strategies to go above and beyond your business goals, and Tru Talent Founder, Toni, is finely tuned into the talent market.Join us on The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast as we break down the answers to two of every entrepreneur’s most pressing questions, in an episode recorded at our latest Coffee & Catch Up event!This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:Riding out recent movements in the market with inflationA fun and innovative way to motivate yourself with stretch goalsHow to inject passion and energy into your business plansGenerational shifts and values in the workforceWhy retainment is about asking the right questions of your team
Funding, staff and marketing: a holy trinity which covers most top-of-mind issues for businesses right now, all of which are better tackled together.As we convene for another wonderful Coffee & Catchup event, this week Jacqui Rock shares Poole BID’s new schemes and how the local area is evolving for SMEs.Elsewhere in the episode, Steve Mayell covers the opportunities that SWIG Finance can offer, and we chat with ‘TikTok Queen’ Michelle Haslam about how to take on a platform which is daunting to many, but powerful to all.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:Three key business issues right now, and how to get on top of themPoole BID’s new initiatives and how the BCP area is evolving for businessesHow to break into the TikTok space to find your audienceSWIG Finance’s alternative route for those struggling with obtaining funding
With the recent budget, finance and investment are top of mind for businesses traversing the challenges of 2023.Whether you’re looking for a loan away from the high street banks, or a new way to create business connections, we’ve got you covered - SWIG Finance’s Steve Mayell and Podcast Labs’ Kelly Butler are this week’s guests on The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast.Tune into this week’s episode, recorded at our live business breakfast in March, to hear how podcasts are an evolving medium in which to network and build brands, and what a CDFI can do to provide new avenues for funding.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:Impacts of the recent budget on SMEsWhat a CDFI is and how they support financing small businessesUtilising the podcasting platform to reach new audiences and build bonds within your network
The money available for businesses now might not have decreased materially, but the hurdles to securing that funding are certainly larger than they once were.Looking in the right place is key to finding finance for your business at such a time of need, and British Business Bank’s Ed Tellwright joins us on The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast to help you increase those chances.We’re also joined on this special live episode by Street Agency’s Founder, Katie Street, who offers some cutting insights on how to strategize your content, boost your marketing and even find growth overseas.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:Various avenues of financial support for SMEsBritish Business Bank’s potential to enable new sources of funding for your businessHow to find new customers and expand abroad, with content strategies to enable that growthWhat you need to know to be ‘investor-ready’, whether it’s grants, equity investments or bank loans
Much of the media may be awash with dour predictions for the economy, but as business owners there’s plenty to do, and new initiatives to be excited about in the BCP area.At last month’s Coffee & Catchup, we were joined by the Co-Founder of Foundry, Adam Walker, and Managing Director of digital marketing agency Uprated, John Darch.We hear how Foundry is bringing a fantastic new curated co-working space to spruce up the Dolphin Centre, and John’s insightful tips to pick the right marketing channels at a time where they all matter most.In this episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast:The latest on movements in the energy price marketAdam Walker shares news on Foundry’s new development in the Dolphin Centre, and its hopes to elevate the local areaTips on effective marketing channels for your business from Uprated’s John DarchThe future of the Dorset Growth Hub
The only certainty in 2023 is some degree of uncertainty, so as we wrap up the year it’s a vital time to protect the health of both your business, and yourself.Whether you’re looking for sources of funding to keep up the cash flow, or mental wellbeing support to manage the challenges ahead, we ran through some essential resources on the latest Coffee & Catchup event!The wonderful Marie-Clare Gale from Dorset Mind shares a wealth of information on access to mental health services, and we also dive into the energy price guarantee and what the Autumn Statement means for you.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:What the Autumn Statement really means for businessesEnergy price guarantees & other financial reliefsHow to stay on top of mental wellbeing through upcoming uncertaintyWhy cash flow is a key issue to stay on top of this WinterInvaluable sources of advice and support availableWhere to seek information on upcoming grants
The past month has proven to be most uncertain, but if you owned a business at the start of the pandemic and it’s still running, then you have the tools to tackle the bumpy road ahead.From staying on top of accounts to keeping your staff front of mind and showing them that you care, the latest episode of The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast shines a light on the abundance of resources at your disposal that you need to take advantage of!Recorded at the latest Coffee & Catchup online event in October, Nick Gregory is joined by a wonderful panel consisting of Debbie Greenwood, Elizabeth McCormick, Andy Headington and Steve Bulley.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:What we can do day-to-day that helps businesses and staff with current challengesStrategies to tackle the uncertainty aheadWhat a business mentor can offer youAn array of tools and advice available to business owners
Welcome back to Coffee & Catchup! September marks the grand return of the hugely popular live online events hosted by Dorset Growth Hub’s Nick Gregory, answering questions and offering advice to hundreds of local businesses.With an economic downturn on the horizon and energy prices at the centre of conversation, it’s high time to offer support to businesses needing assistance with the trying times ahead.We bring together Low Carbon Dorset’s Heather Kiel, Barclays’ Danny Jones and Dorset Business Mentors’ Charles King to discuss the rising inflation, what we can learn from previous recessions, and what support is available for businesses’ energy costs.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:Implications of the recent ‘Mini-Budget’ on inflationLooking at prior recessions to help overcome the next oneEnergy price assistance available up until April 2023Details of resources for business support
Business ownership is no easy task, so saving your energy to tackle what really matters is absolutely vital for The Happy Blossoms Co-Founder, Lauren Hooper.We’ve another wonderful episode of the 5 Things I Know Now recorded at We Are F_ND in February, where Lauren shares why finances - boring as they might be - are essential to get right, how to handle copycats, and how she’s grown in confidence & overcome self-doubt.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:Preserving your energy for the most fulfilling parts of your businessCoping with copycats and using it to catalyse your own progressThe huge impact of choosing the right social media channelsStrategies for achieving your goals quicker
Regardless of your industry, small businesses are all forced to become social media experts to some extent, so how do you beat the algorithm and gain a following?James Wythe’s blog, Healthy Living James, is a great example of how to put your story and personality front and centre, even if it means leaping well beyond your comfort zone!Find out James’ 5 Things He Knows Now on the latest episode of The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast, recorded live at January’s wonderful We Are F_ND event, where we hear how to gradually push yourself, build a following, and create content that you can keep up for the long term.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:How to expand your comfort zone and become a more confident presence on social mediaWhich content is likely to help grow your business’ followingCapitalising on emerging platforms & technologies, and directing followers to your own servicesDorset Growth Hub: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dorset-growth-hub/ https://www.dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk/James Wythe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-wythe/https://www.instagram.com/healthylivingjames/https://healthylivingjames.co.uk/Links and references at: https://www.dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk/podcast
Productivity in a digital age is a hot topic, with hybrid workplaces creating opportunities to take advantage of technology - but it’s not without its caveats to look out for…Carolyn Freeman’s background in marketing followed by a career shift into the intriguing world of CyberPsychology provide her with a myriad of experiences, from the corporate world to mature education to self-employment.Carolyn, Founder of Cybercology, shares with us her unique take on the 5 things she knows now, from spotting burnout and the self-employed community, to work life balance and de-slaving from our tech.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:The early signs of burnout & how to stop itMaking career changes at any stage of your lifeAchieving work-life balance on our own termsReforming your relationship with technologyLinks and references at: https://www.dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk/podcast
Whether it’s putting faith in yourself or believing in your team, the power of confidence can truly bring the best out of your business.It takes a great deal of confidence to set up a business in the midst of uncertainty, but Susannah Brade-Waring did just that in the wake of 2008’s financial crisis, and Aspirin Business Solutions has been co-creating success for leaders ever since.Susannah joins us to share the 5 things she knows now having seen her business through thick and thin, with a focus on emotional intelligence, relationship building, and being selective in the technological innovation you adopt.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:Having greater confidence in yourself and your teamThe value of self-awareness, respect and empathy in business scenariosHow to be ‘T-shaped’ and communicate with anyoneWhere to innovate and adopt new tech in meaningful waysLinks and references at: https://www.dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk/podcast
Building a business from scratch presents common pitfalls that many have learned to avoid, but there’s a unique set of challenges and pressures that come with taking the wheel of a brand with a lengthy history.Rosie Lees has been at the helm of The Embroidery Barn for the past 3 years, building on 20 years of legacy and evolving its mission for premium & eco-friendly embroidery.On this episode of 5 Things I Know Now we learn the value in staying firm & believing in what you do, growing a support network both within and beyond the business, and even a story about her surprisingly speedy pet tortoise.... This podcast is kindly supported by Bournemouth University, so we’re joined in the studio by Tilly, a 1st year Business & Management student for an interesting live Q&A session.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:Sticking to your guns and backing yourselfSurrounding yourself with the right people, both within the business and your external support networkTaking time out to focus on your mental wellbeingLinks and references at: https://www.dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk/podcast
Although we’re firmly within the world of business, it’s important not to forget the human element behind it all, and the personal values that stand to help us all to make better connections.Andy Brown, a part-time FD/CFO and Founder of 3D FD with experience at Passenger, Armadillo, Salad and many more companies, is well-versed in collaborating with a wide variety of teams. Andy shares the 5 things he knows now, from the age-old adages that stand true like treating others how you’d like to be treated, to the more business-focused premise that a lack of cash should never force you into a bad decision.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:Staying memorable through surprising kindnessFollowing through on your goalsNot allowing financial difficulty to force a bad decisionMaking everyone feel valued in business conversationsLinks and references at: https://www.dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk/podcast
The digital landscape is ever-changing, so to stay at its precipice it’s vital to step out of your comfort zone. Whether by choice or by necessity, accomplished Digital Content Creator Brogan Tate has taken that leap to diversify the videos she makes for her 80k YouTube subscribers, while creating exciting collaborations with the likes of Disney, EE and M&S!Recorded at the fabulous launch event for WeAreFND, a brand new community for supporting young founders & entrepreneurs, Mary chats with Brogan on episode 5 of The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast about overcoming the fear of failure, broadening the scope of your offering, and setting huge goals based on your own definition of success.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:Breaking away from the crowd & stepping out of your comfort zoneSetting ambitious goals and celebrating those successesOvercoming a fear of failureChoosing to niche vs staying broadLinks and references at: https://www.dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk/podcast
The marketing landscape is worlds away from where it was at the turn of the millennium, so for Matt Lawrence (who graduated with a degree in business & marketing in 2000) to stay on top of his game as Head of Marketing with Passenger, consistent learning is foundational to his successful journey.Matt features alongside Lewis-Manning Hospice Care’s Nicki Cluley on this week’s episode of ‘5 Things I Know Now’ to discuss the essential lessons on their business paths.We dive into why you should ‘eat the frog’ when it comes to gruelling tasks & never stop taking learning opportunities, as well as how Nicki has nurtured her ability to stay adaptive & agile, and the importance of surrounding yourself with trusted, supportive people.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:Visualising where you spend your timeHow to start building your networkThe vital two-way street of communicationBenefits of trusting your gut & intuitionLinks and references at: https://www.dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk/podcast
The beauty behind Blink Lettering’s captivating calligraphy is the passionate Milly Withers, an aspirational young business owner applying her design skills in a variety of aesthetic applications.As it happens, variety is one of the 5 key things that have helped guide Milly’s exciting career so far. On this week’s ‘5 Things I Know Now’, Milly joins Mary Lloyd to discuss the value of support & community, the indispensable tools available with the latest social media platforms, and her commitment to creating a life she’s passionate about.This episode of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast covers:Creating a life that you enjoySharing your knowledge and support with your communityMaintaining variety in what you doTaking an optimistic leap of faithLinks and references at: https://www.dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk/podcast
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