The Buyer to Badass Podcast
After over 10 years in the corporate world as a Fashion Buyer, a year ago I took the plunge and quit to start my own business. in Dubai! And let me tell you, it's been a wild time. Now I understand why people say starting a business is hard, but no one shows you behind the scenes of what it's really like when you first start out.
Join me for the ride as I go from 9-5 to freelance, and show you how you can do it too. I talk mindset, marketing and myself, and chat to others who have taken the leap from a full time job to self employed. Let's build a brand!
Episodes
69 episodes
69. What happens when things go wrong with clients in your business & how to regain your confidence.
In today’s episode, I’m diving into something I know we’ve all faced in business, losing confidence when things go wrong. Whether it’s a client situation that doesn’t go as planned, or a string of difficult moments that make you doubt your abil...
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Season 3
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Episode 69
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33:02
68. I'm back! This is what happens when business isn't your main focus in life. Life updates & nightmare clients.
I’m back! It’s been a minute, and I’ve got so much to catch you up on. Life threw me some curveballs over the past few months - clients, personal stuff, and, of course, my usual entrepreneurial hustle. Let’s just say my business wasn’t always m...
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Season 3
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Episode 68
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30:13
67. Start before you're ready + my biggest mistake in business
I made a big mistake in my business, probably the biggest since I launched. I've been paying the price for the last 3 months, but if I had just started before I was ready I would have avoided it all. Here's why you should do the same. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 67
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30:19
66. Your vibe attracts your tribe + the reality of being freelance and running your own business in Dubai
We had a big manifestation come to light this week, one that I'd almost forgotten about! So I'm taking the time to be grateful for how far I've come since starting my business 18 months ago. And this made me think how it's only happened...
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Season 2
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Episode 66
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21:19
65. More people than ever are starting their own businesses, so why aren't you? Plus reset & Dubai summer update!
More people than ever are starting their own businesses right now, but people often say "the market is saturated so why would they work with me" and this stops them from taking action and starting something... Don't be that person!
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Season 2
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Episode 65
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31:07
64. Reset with me after hitting burnout.. Realistic morning routines, work, self care and saying no.
So it happened.. a month of working 13 hours, 6 days a week finally caught up with me. I knew I was heading for burnout but to be honest, I thought I had another few weeks in me to push before I got here. But no, here we are! Reset...
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Season 2
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Episode 64
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32:56
63. The freelance dream is a lie: This is what it's really like when you go self-employed
Welcome back to the Buyer to Badass podcast! Now I was tempted to not record this episode at all because I didn't want it to come across negatively. If you told me 2 years ago what I'd be doing right now, I would have SOLD MY SOUL for this life...
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Season 2
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Episode 63
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34:23
62. I'm having the best month I've ever had in my business & here's how I did it (it's not what you'd think!)
Hey! So last month I was travelling and had one of my lowest months revenue wise in my business, but I recovered quickly and in 2 weeks I've turned it round and have just hit my HIGHEST ever revenue! I'm as surprised as you to be h...
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Season 2
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Episode 62
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27:41
61. I'm launching my second business in 6 weeks and I"M SCARED! Here's 5 steps to overcome fear and get it done.
Hello and welcome back! It was my first week back in my usual Dubai routine last week and it was super busy. My brand, Brow Balance also launches in 6 weeks time - so the pressure is on! We've been working on Brow Balance for 2 yea...
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Season 2
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Episode 61
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31:04
60. Reset with me in Dubai after travelling for a month & Books that changed my life part 2
Hello from Dubai! After a month of moaning about the cold in the UK, I am not definitely going to spend the next 4 months moaning about the heat in Dubai! It is so nice to be back, but boy is it hard to get back into my routine aft...
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Season 2
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Episode 60
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29:34
59. Why the remote working dream is a lie, tips when working abroad & the biggest differences between the UK and Dubai
Welcome back... from the UK! I am in the UK for the whole month of May, and I was so naive to think I could run my business as I usually do, but abroad. How wrong I was! The dream of working remotely from a beach in Thailand is off...
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Season 2
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Episode 59
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36:51
58. From Buyer to Career Coach: Navigating uncertainty, fear and how to transfer your skills as a Buyer to something new with Levanah Gates
Welcome back to the Buyer to Badass podcast where we continue to explore the journeys of individuals who have taken the leap from the corporate world to something new. In this episode, Abbie and Levanah chat about the highs and lows...
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Season 2
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Episode 58
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51:17
57. How the hell do you know what to charge as a freelancer?! How to price your services and actually stand by these prices.
We're talking money! This is a big one when running your own business, and pricing can make or break your business. You don't want to price yourself out of the market, but you also need to know your worth. Here's exactly how to come up with the...
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Season 2
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Episode 57
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38:19
56. Book Recommendations Part 1: These books changed my life and they're going to change yours too!
In this episode I'm talking all things BOOKS! But if you're not into reading, this is still for you! I've listened to most of these on audible or via podcasts, so don't worry if you've got no time to sit and read. But RT now guys, these books l...
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Season 2
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Episode 56
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35:57
55. My tried and tested method to find clients & keep them as a freelancer (and Dubai flood drama update!)
Welcome back to another episode of the Buyer to Badass podcast, and before we go into the actual topic I give an update of the DRAMA of the Dubai weather this week! It's been a wild time. We then talk about how to find clients as a...
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Season 2
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Episode 55
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45:53
54. Do you really have what it takes to launch a brand? Here's what you actually need to prepare yourself for!
Welcome to The Buyer to Badass Podcast! In today's episode, we're diving deep into what it takes to launch a brand. From the initial idea to navigating the complexities of production and marketing, I give you the real lowdown. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 54
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37:11
53. Life after leaving corporate with Cait Anderson: Staying motivated and what really happens when you start your own business
We're delving deep into the crazy world of entrepreneurship with our guest, Cait. Here's a sneak peek at what went down:Meet Cait, a digital advertising pro who made the daring leap from corporate life to entrepreneurship.Corpora...
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Season 2
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Episode 53
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43:42
52. Why is being consistent so hard?! This is the easy way to actually get things done
We are celebrating our 52nd episode aka 1 year of the Buyer to Badass podcast this week! What a momentous occasion, but how did I manage to stay consistent, recording an episode every single week (almost!) for a year?! Well here's ...
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Season 1
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Episode 52
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28:35
51. Work-Life Balance when running your own business: How to balance your relationships
So what do you do when your business is your baby? There isn't enough time in the day for yourself, your partner, your family or your friends. Well this can't last forever, so here's how I manage working 6.5 days a week and have a life.
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Season 1
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Episode 50
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30:21
50. It all went wrong! What to do when unexpected things happen in your business, raw emotion & a guest pep talk that you need to hear today
So it all went wrong this week. Something very unexpected happened in my business and it threw me! I went straight into panic mode. In this episode, spend the week with me as we experience the emotions and the outcome together.Connect w...
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Season 1
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Episode 49
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22:55
49. Living like your future self, delegating my life & it's ok if it's not your soft girl era
We are essentially cash machines - we make deposits and withdrawals. Withdrawals are inevitable, but it's the deposits that help us in the future. So how can we take action today to live like our future selves? Plus a very exciting...
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Season 1
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Episode 48
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30:48
48. How cycling syncing will change your life & what to do if it's time for a career change
Side note, but cycle syncing is a game changer. I've educated myself on my cycle and how to plan and organise my life around it. I did it for the first time this week and it's already changed my life. I talk through exactly what it means, and h...
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Season 1
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Episode 47
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32:56
47. Why do some brands make it & others don't? 50% of brands fail in 5 years: Here's how to make sure yours doesn't!
The statistics are pretty gruesome... 20% of brands fail within the first year, 50% within the first 5 years and 80% within the first 20 years. So how the hell does anyone create a successful business?! Here's the main reason why b...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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26:58
46. Lessons from my therapist: Why did no one tell us this stuff before?! Your toolbox for handling life!
I've been having life coaching sessions for the last 3 months and they have been a game changer. Our focus was around entrepreneurship and running a business but we have gone down the rabbit hole and I have learnt so much! We cover...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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34:21
45. Simple strategies for improving your fitness & why it will benefit every area of your life with Ben Mitchem Fitness
This episode is the only motivation you need to listen to today.. Meet Ben Mitchem, PT and Online Coach. He talks us through how fitness will benefit every area of your life and business, simple strategies for implementing a routin...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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