Real Talk Podcast

Real Talk Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to Real Talk, the go-to podcast for female entrepreneurs, business leaders, and ambitious professionals who want real, unfiltered conversations about success, mindset, and the realities of building a business.
Join four straight-talking female entrepreneurs as they share their experiences, insights, and behind-the-scenes moments that no one else dares to talk about.
From business growth and branding to personal development, leadership, wellness, and even the unexpected challenges of entrepreneurship, no topic is off-limits.
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The podcast covers a wide array of topics including success, mindset, business challenges, and personal wellness. Specific episodes delve into subjects such as maintaining fitness while managing business responsibilities and overcoming fears to unlock new opportunities, showcasing practical strategies and personal stories that resonate with its audience.

Welcome to Real Talk, the go-to podcast for female entrepreneurs, business leaders, and ambitious professionals who want real, unfiltered conversations about success, mindset, and the realities of building a business.
Join four straight-talking female entrepreneurs as they share their experiences, insights, and behind-the-scenes moments that no one else dares to talk about.
From business growth and branding to personal development, leadership, wellness, and even the unexpected challenges of entrepreneurship, no topic is off-limits.
Running a business isn’t always a straight line – it’s a cycle of high seasons, quiet periods, and everything in between. This episode dives deep into how to manage those inevitable peaks and troughs with clarity, confidence, and strategy.
Learn why the “feast or famine” cycle happens and how to break free from it by building a proactive sales pipeline, managing energy effectively, and planning your business around your life – not the other way around. From setting client boundaries and booking ahead, to creating space for intentional downtime and course creation, this episode is packed with actionable insights for service-based entrepreneurs, consultants, creatives, and coaches.
If you’re ready to future-proof your business and lead from a place of intention instead of reactivity, this one’s for you.
How to identify and anticipate seasonal trends in your business
Strategies for managing slow months without slipping into scarcity mindset
Why proactive sales planning is key to long-term stability
How to book clients in advance and set respectful boundaries
Creative ways to use quieter periods for content, course development, and strategic planning
The importance of sharing client wins (without sounding salesy)
Using nervous system awareness to stay grounded during business dips
Structuring your year around your energy, family, and financial goals
MEET YOUR HOSTS
Hayley Appleby-Burtt – Branding expert, designer & creative genius. Founder of Orange Lamb. Loves a dance floor moment.
Lorraine Lewis MBA – Award-winning speaker, charity founder & business leader. CEO of The Lewis Foundation, ex-lawyer, and adrenaline junkie.
Siobhan Mears – Multi-entrepreneur, business strategist & mentor. Founder of The Mears Collective & Elevate Base. Mindset queen & wellness advocate.
Pippa Savory – Leadership coach, wellness enthusiast & adventure seeker. Interior design lover & nature-obsessed entrepreneur.
Together, they’re bringing you REAL conversations about business, success, mindset, and life.
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