Beyond The Bio

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. I was joined by Michelle Eagleton on Monday’s show. She gave expert advice on how to snare the spotlight, and once you’ve got the opportunity, how to prepare yourself to speak with confidence. Michelle is an experienced TV and Radio presenter with over 20 years background in broadcast journalism working for national and local media, including BBC Radio Manchester, Key 103, GMTV, BBC Breakfast, and most recently BBC One’s Morning Live. Her career has seen her interview a number of high-profile celebrities including Sir David Attenborough, Cher and Dame Joan Collins. Michelle shared stories from backstage, and talked about the best things you can do to get media appearances. We also covered the practical things to think about when appearing on TV or radio, and how best to maximise the opportunity. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Monday’s Episode: 070: The Broadcast Blueprint with Michelle Eagleton References: 069: Personal Website Benefits

How should you prepare for media appearances? I invited Michelle Eagleton on the podcast to give expert advice on how to snare the spotlight, and once you’ve got the opportunity, how to prepare so you can speak with confidence. Michelle is an experienced TV and Radio presenter with over 20 years in broadcast journalism working for national and local media, including BBC Radio Manchester, Key 103, GMTV, BBC Breakfast, and most recently BBC One’s Morning Live. Her career has seen her interview a number of high-profile celebrities including Sir David Attenborough, Cher and Dame Joan Collins.As a regular live event host, Michelle will be found compering ladies lunches, fashion shows and taking to the stage to present at awards and charity balls, standing her in good stead to give advice on what to do before speaking to an audience. Tune in to hear some backstage stories and to find out the best things you can do to get media appearances. We also cover the practical things to think about when appearing on TV or radio, and how best to maximise the opportunity. So, let's get stuck in… ... Connect with Michelle: Instagram: @michelleeagletonofficialTikTok: michelleeagletonofficialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-eagleton-44545825/ Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_SophieFrom Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= References: Headliner App: https://www.headliner.app/ ... This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s show I was joined by Lottie Steele. Lottie is the Podcast and Marketing Executive here at Moja and works with our clients to produce their podcasts from idea to completion. We chatted about podcasts and the popular trends that are happening right now. We also discussed some common doubts that people have about podcasts and how to combat these. Lottie shared stats about which countries listen to the most podcasts, what the duration of your podcast should be, how often episodes should be released and some of the best tips for podcast growth. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Monday’s Episode: 069: Podcasting Trends with Lottie Steele References: 019: Podcasting Basics with Lottie Steele

What are the latest podcast trends? I’ve invited Lottie Steele back on the podcast to discuss all things podcasting trends. Lottie is the Podcast and Marketing Executive here at Moja and works with our clients to produce their podcasts from idea to completion. We thought it would be good to have a catch up about podcasts, the popular trends that are happening right now, and some common doubts that people have about podcasts and how to combat these. Lottie shares stats about which countries listen to the most podcasts, what the duration of your podcast should be, how often episodes should be released and some of the best tips for podcast growth. So, let's get stuck in… ... Connect with Lottie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lottie-steele/ Email: [email protected] Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= References: 019: Podcasting Basics with Lottie Steele 047: The Podcast Pyramid with Daniel Priestley ... This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now.On Monday’s show I was joined by Andrew Collier; lifestyle, family and pet portrait photographer. Since 2008, Andrew has been photographing people, capturing their spirit, mood, personality and important moments in their lives. He shoots corporate headshots for personal brands, LinkedIn profiles and company websites.I decided to invite Andrew to the podcast to discuss all things personal brand photos. We chatted about how to plan and prepare for your photoshoot, how to decide what type of photos you want, and Andrew shared some practical tips on lighting and what to wear on the day.These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace.Connect with me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X: https://twitter.com/Moja_SophieMy new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Monday’s Episode:068: Beyond the Pose with Andrew Collier

Do you have professional photos to showcase your personal brand? If you do, you may want to rethink them. And if you don’t, make sure to listen to this episode before booking that photo shoot in! I’m joined by Andrew Collier, lifestyle, family and pet portrait photographer. Since 2008, Andrew has been photographing people, capturing their spirit, mood, personality and important moments in their lives. He shoots corporate headshots for personal brands, LinkedIn profiles and company websites. I decided to invite Andrew to the podcast to discuss all things personal brand photos. We cover how to plan and prepare for your photoshoot, how to decide what type of photos you want, and Andrew shares practical tips on lighting and what to wear on the day. This episode is a must listen for anyone who wants their professional headshots to truly represent their brand. So, let's get stuck in… … Connect with Andrew: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theandrewcollier/ Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_SophieFrom Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= ... This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s show I was chatting all about how to prepare for and maximise your speaking opportunities. I covered how to prepare for them, how to find them, questions to ask the organiser, and what to do after the event. I spoke about how to find speaking gigs, how to promote yourself as a speaker and the questions you need to ask before, during and after the event. I gave examples of what I do and shared things that you can start thinking about ahead of your next speaking gig. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Monday’s Episode: 067: Maximise Your Speaking Opportunities

How do you prepare for and maximise your speaking opportunities? A lot of people ask me about speaking opportunities; how to prepare for them, how to find them, questions to ask the organiser, or what to do after the event. So, I thought I would record this handy episode to bundle up all of my top tips and tricks on planning for speaking opportunities and how to really maximise the events to benefit you. I’m going to cover how to find speaking gigs, how to promote yourself as a speaker and the questions you need to ask before, during and after the event. I’ll be giving examples of what I do in real-life situations and share things that you can start thinking about ahead of your next speaking gig now. Tune in to find out how to stand out on the stage and ensure your speaking opportunity is memorable. So, let's get stuck in… ... References: Website: https://www.sophiemilliken.co.uk/ 059: Personal Website Benefits 017: Elevate your Speaking Game with Dani Wallace … Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= ... This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s show, I was joined by Moja’s very own Account Manager, Ava Hartington. We discussed how she helped me organise From Unknown to Unforgettable’s book launch which saw it explode onto the business book scene. We chatted about how much time you need to plan your launch, some nifty things you can do to tailor the launch to your audience, and how the launch can help your book secure bestseller status in the charts. Ava shared the essentials you need to think about during the pre-launch, launch and post-launch phases. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Monday’s Episode: 066: Banging Book Launches with Ava Hartington

How should you launch your book with a bang and make sure it rockets up the charts? Ava Hartington, Moja’s very own Account Manager, joins me in this episode to discuss how she helped me organise From Unknown to Unforgettable’s book launch which saw it explode onto the business book scene. Ava has also helped our clients with their book launches and is no stranger to planning events that have really made an impact. We chat about how much time you need to plan your launch, some nifty things you can do to tailor the launch to your audience, and how the launch can help your book secure bestseller status in the charts. Ava shares the essentials you need to think about during the pre-launch, launch and post-launch phases. Tune in to find out how to gain traction for your launches, host an awesome event and become a bestseller. So, let's get stuck in… … Connect with Ava: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avahartington/ Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_SophieFrom Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= References: Hannah Harvey’s Book Launch podcast: https://www.hannahharvey.uk/podcasts/happily-ever-after-with-hannah-harvey/episodes/2148872871 ... This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. Monday’s show was a solo one where I was chatting all about Invisible PR. Invisible PR is a concept that fascinates me. I have written about it in my new book, From Unknown to Unforgettable, and I think it is something that everyone needs to think about when building their professional profile. I was chatting about what invisible PR is, and how to better your own invisible PR. I also shared a popular task that I do in workshops and gave real-life examples of when invisible PR has played out for better or worse. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Monday’s Episode: 065: Invisible PR with Sophie Milliken

What is invisible PR? Invisible PR is a concept that fascinates me. I have written about it in my new book, From Unknown to Unforgettable, and I think it is something that everyone needs to think about when building their professional profile. Tune into this episode to find out what invisible PR is, and how to better your own invisible PR. I’ll also share a popular task that I do in workshops that you can have a go at, as well as give real-life examples of when invisible PR has played out for better or worse. So, let's get stuck in… … Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= ... This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. Mike Morrison joined me on Monday’s show to chat about building a personal brand as a duo. Mike is founder of the Membership Geeks and Membership Academy, where he's been the driving force behind countless successful membership businesses. He’s the host of a popular podcast, author of 3 best-selling books, and can regularly be found on stages around the world at events including Social Media Marketing World, Atomicon and Podcast Movement. We discussed how Mike built a personal brand as a duo and then built on this when his co-founder left. We also chatted about the elements of raising your profile that Mike finds most beneficial to him, and he shared his insights on how he’s used his podcast to leverage his business. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Monday’s Episode: 064: Branding as a Duo with Mike Morrison

How do you build a personal brand as a duo? And what happens when two become one? I’m joined by Mike Morrison to discuss how he built a personal brand as a duo, and then transitioned to going it alone. Mike Morrison is founder of the Membership Geeks and Membership Academy, where he's been the driving force behind countless successful membership businesses. With 20+ years’ experience in digital marketing and online business; Mike has worked closely with multinational brands such as McDonalds, ITV and Ancestry.com; and has been the driving force behind a multitude of 6, 7 and even 8 figure membership businesses through his own online community, the Membership Academy. He’s the host of a popular podcast, author of 3 best-selling books, and can regularly be found on stages around the world at events including Social Media Marketing World, Atomicon and Podcast Movement. We discuss how Mike built a personal brand as a duo and then built on this when his co-founder left. We also discuss the elements of raising your profile that Mike finds most beneficial and he shares his insights on how he’s used his podcast to leverage his business. So, let's get stuck in… Connect with Mike: Membership Geeks: https://www.membershipacademy.com/Podcast: https://www.membershipgeeks.com/podcast … Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_SophieFrom Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= ... This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode, I invited Guy Clapperton on to chat about the dos and don’ts of media appearances. Guy offers a media training service that helps build confidence and competence for people who need to talk to the media. He and his team are experienced as media practitioners across print, web and broadcast media and help sharpen messages, reduce padding and confusion and ensure your words are framed so the journalist isn’t tempted to edit or “massage” them. We chatted about how to prepare for media appearances, what to do if you’re uncomfortable with how you’ve come across in the press and Guy’s take on how press and media has changed in the world of social media. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Monday’s Episode: 063: Media Minefields with Guy Clapperton Reference: 046: Partnership Pitches with Topher Morrison

How should you navigate the media? As your professional profile grows, so will the opportunities to appear across different media outlets. But, unlike politicians or the Royal family, you’ll probably never have had official media training prior to your appearances. To help us all be better prepared, I’ve invited Guy Clapperton to chat to me about the dos and don’ts of media appearances. Guy offers a media training service that helps build confidence and competence for people who need to talk to the media. He and his team are experienced as media practitioners across print, web and broadcast media and help sharpen messages, reduce padding and confusion and ensure your words are framed so the journalist isn’t tempted to edit or “massage” them. Guy has experience of being that journalist as he started in the trade press in 1989, going freelance in 1993 and contributing to the Guardian’s technology section and more. He has spoken internationally and done a small amount of broadcasting as well as having books published. Tune in to find out how to prepare for media appearances, what to do if you’re uncomfortable with how you’ve come across in the press and Guy’s take on how press and media has changed in the world of social media. So, let's get stuck in… Connect with Guy: Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guyclappertonmediatraining/Website: https://clapperton.co.uk/ … Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_SophieFrom Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= ... This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

BOOK YOUR TICKETS FOR ATOMICON 2025 NOW! https://atomic.site/?aap=536Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode I was joined by Andrew and Pete to discuss all things conferences, ATOMICON and building a professional profile as a duo. When it comes to hosting conferences, Andrew and Pete definitely know how to craft an unforgettable event. We chatted about what makes ATOMICON different from any other conference, where they get their inspiration from and their take on how conferences can elevate your business as well as your professional profile. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Monday’s Episode: 062: Conference Domination with Andrew and Pete BOOK YOUR TICKETS FOR ATOMICON 2025 NOW! https://atomic.site/?aap=536

How can conferences be a huge benefit to you and your business?I’m joined by the awesome Andrew and Pete to discuss all things conferences, ATOMICON and building a professional profile as a duo.Andrew and Pete are the business duo who help small business owners scale their business so they can stop swapping time for money. Founders of ATOMIC, they annually host one of Europe's largest business conferences, ATOMICON, happening in Newcastle upon Tyne. Winners of the 'Digital and Social Media Company of the Year Award', and also 'Business Personality of the Year Award', they are ranked in the top 100 digital marketers in the world.As the authors of two hit books, 'The Hippo Campus' and 'Content Mavericks' they regularly keynote the world's largest international conferences such as Social Media Marketing World and have been featured on sites such as BBC, Inc., Huffington Post, Bdaily, Entrepreneur on Fire, and Forbes.When it comes to hosting conferences, Andrew and Pete definitely know how to craft an unforgettable event. We’ll be chatting about what makes ATOMICON different from any other conference, where they get their inspiration from and their take on how conferences can elevate your business as well as your professional profile.So, let's get stuck in…BOOK YOUR TICKETS FOR ATOMICON 2025 NOW! https://atomic.site/?aap=536Connect with Andrew and Pete:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewandpete?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==…Connect with Sophie:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-millikenInstagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_SophieFrom Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=...This podcast is brought to you by Moja.Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry.See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now.Oli Barrett joined me on Monday’s episode to discuss everything you need to know about panel discussions. Oli is a founder and presenter who enjoys connecting people and ideas. He has co-founded numerous organisations including Tenner, Volunteer It Yourself, The Rainmakers, Cospa and Clean and Cool.As a presenter, Oli hosted the Great British Entrepreneur Awards for 10 years and is an official presenter for London Tech Week. In the past year, he has hosted a wide range of events from a gathering of Nobel Prize Winners to a summit on eye health, and from the future of aviation to a global AI event.Oli shared his key pieces of advice for presenters, chairs and panelists on how to create a panel discussion that the audience won’t forget.These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace.Connect with me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X: https://twitter.com/Moja_SophieMy new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Monday’s Episode:061: Nailing Panel Discussions with Oli BarrettReferences:046: Partnership Pitches with Topher Morrison

How should you prepare for panel discussions?You’ve probably watched a panel discussion, or perhaps even been part of one, but do you know how to really master the art of a panel discussion? Whether you’re chairing the panel or one of the participants, this episode is going to give you all the knowledge you need to know to ensure it isn’t dull!Oli Barrett joins me to discuss how he keeps his audiences and panelists engaged. Oli is a founder and presenter who enjoys connecting people and ideas. He has co-founded numerous organisations including Tenner, Volunteer It Yourself, The Rainmakers, Cospa and Clean and Cool.As a presenter, Oli hosted the Great British Entrepreneur Awards for 10 years and is an official presenter for London Tech Week. In the past year, he has hosted a wide range of events from a gathering of Nobel Prize Winners to a summit on eye health, and from the future of aviation to a global AI event.When it comes to captivating the audience, Oli knows exactly what it takes. We chat through his key pieces of advice for presenters, chairs and panelists on how to create a panel discussion that the audience won’t forget. This is a must-listen for anyone wanting to up their speaking game because keynote speakers are talent spotted on panels!So, let's get stuck in…Connect with Oli:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olibarrett/?originalSubdomain=ukWebsite: https://www.olibarrett.com/…Connect with Sophie:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-millikenInstagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_SophieFrom Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=...This podcast is brought to you by Moja.Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry.See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now.On Monday’s episode I was joined by James Carss to discuss Non-Executive Director board roles. James is the founder and CEO of Castle Peak Group, an executive search firm with a difference. With over 20 years in executive recruitment across the UK, Asia, and North America, James has always challenged the norm.We discussed the benefits of a NED board role, what to look for in board roles, what to think about when applying and James shared some of his top tips for coming across well at interview.These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace.Connect with me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X: https://twitter.com/Moja_SophieMy new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Monday’s Episode:060: The Non-Exec Director Path with James Carss

What are the benefits of having a non-executive board role? James Carss is here to join me in chatting about all things NED board roles. James is the founder and CEO of Castle Peak Group, an executive search firm with a difference. With over 20 years in executive recruitment across the UK, Asia, and North America, James has always challenged the norm. After making his mark with top firms in London and leading teams in Hong Kong, James returned to the UK with a mission. In January 2024, he founded Castle Peak Group to offer executive search services that genuinely prioritise diversity, inclusion, and ethical leadership. James isn’t just a top corporate scout; he’s dedicated to building more inclusive workplaces and mentoring future leaders. We’re discussing the benefits of a NED board role, what to look for in board roles, what to think about when applying and James shares some of his top tips for coming across well at interview. So, let's get stuck in… Connect with James: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamescarss/ Website: https://castlepeak-group.com/ … Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie ... This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode I was chatting all about why having a personal website is so important. A personal website is essential for building your brand authority. It’s a great place to be able to showcase your expertise and adds credibility to your professional profile. It can improve your discoverability and allows you to promote your services, such as speaking, separately to your business’ website. I shared how to use your website to promote yourself for speaking gigs and spoke about my own personal website to give you some inspiration on what you could include on yours. I also shared some tips on SEO and discoverability, as well as the basics on how to get started on building your very own personal website. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Monday’s Episode: 059: Personal Website Benefits

Why should you have a personal website? A personal website is essential for building your brand authority. It’s a great place to be able to showcase your expertise and adds credibility to your professional profile. It can improve your discoverability and allows you to promote your services, such as speaking, separately to your business’ website. Anyone who wants to be more visible and book more media or speaking gigs should definitely have a personal website! Tune into this episode for a whistle-stop tour of why personal websites are SO important. I’m chatting through why I think it’s important to have a personal website. I share how to use it to promote yourself for speaking gigs and talking you through my own personal website to give you some inspiration on what you could include on yours. I also share some tips on SEO and discoverability, as well as the basics on how to get started on building your very own personal website. So, let's get stuck in… References: 038: Speaker Kit Essentials032: Strategies for SEO Success with Andrew ArmitageMy website: https://www.sophiemilliken.co.uk/ … Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie ... This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode I was chatting with Teresa Heath-Wareing. Teresa is the host of the Your Dream Business Podcast and has interviewed the likes of Denise Duffield Thomas, Amy Porterfield, Pat Flynn, Michael Hyatt, Jasmine Star, Stu McLaren, Mike Stelzner and Dean Graziosi. So, she knows a thing or two about what it takes to get your podcast heard! We chatted about how Teresa’s podcast has grown and changed since she started, what she thinks you should consider when pitching for podcasts and how she found herself on a plane to America to invite her first (very big) podcast guests onto the show. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with Teresa: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teresa_heathwareing?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Monday’s Episode: 058: Become a Podcast Pro with Teresa Heath-Wareing Reference: 047: The Podcast Pyramid with Daniel Priestley

Want to know what it takes to become a podcasting pro? Teresa Heath-Wareing has got all the tips and tricks you need to up your podcast game. Teresa is the host of the Your Dream Business Podcast and has interviewed the likes of Denise Duffield Thomas, Amy Porterfield, Pat Flynn, Michael Hyatt, Jasmine Star, Stu McLaren, Mike Stelzner and Dean Graziosi. So, she knows a thing or two about what it takes to get your podcast heard! Teresa is an online business, marketing & mindset strategic coach who works with business owners from across the world, helping them to build a business and life they love. Her online membership and her innovative Dream Business Growth Path enable overwhelmed business owners to balance their lives while building a business they love. Teresa is also an international best-selling author, award-winning speaker and TEDx speaker. In this episode, we chat about how Teresa’s podcast has grown and changed since she started, what to consider when pitching for podcasts and how she found herself on a plane to America to invite her first (very big) podcast guests onto the show. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take their podcast to the next level. So, let's get stuck in… Connect with Teresa: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teresa_heathwareing?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Podcast: https://teresaheathwareing.com/dream-business-podcast/ … Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie ... This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. Monday’s episode was a solo one celebrating a year of Beyond the Bio. It also coincided with the launch of my new book, From Unknown to Unforgettable, so I shared all that you can expect from reading it! I talked about all things Beyond the Bio, what the podcast has brought to me over the past year and how the podcast, along with all the awesome guests, has influenced my new book. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Monday’s Episode: 057: From Unknown to Unforgettable

Where does the time go?! Beyond the Bio is one year old (albeit a little belated...) and I’m here to celebrate. You may have heard some teasers in previous Beyond the Bio episodes, but my new book, From Unknown to Unforgettable: How to build a personal brand that goes beyond the bio, is now available to buy. As this week is launch week, I’m talking about all things Beyond the Bio, what the podcast has brought to me over the past year and how it has influenced my new book. I’m sharing what you can expect from the book and discussing why buying it will help YOU go from unknown to unforgettable. For the first week only, you can buy the book for only 99p: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= It’s been an awesome year of Beyond the Bio and I can’t wait to see where the show will take us in the future. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode I was joined by Lea Turner. Lea joined LinkedIn in October 2019 with no prior knowledge of the platform, but her humorous, relatable, and uplifting posts quickly drove countless leads to her original small transcription business, and over 10,000 followers in her direction. She has gone on to grow a massive network of more than 170,000 people and three years ago started a LinkedIn training business which hit six figures within the first ten months. We chatted about what Lea did to grow her following, what the benefits of LinkedIn premium, what top voice badges really mean and much more. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with Lea: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lea-turner/ Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Monday’s Episode: 056: LinkedIn Secrets with Lea Turner

What is the secret to growing your LinkedIn presence?I’ve invited LinkedIn genius Lea Turner to chat about how she grew exponentially on LinkedIn and turned it into her business. Lea joined LinkedIn in October 2019 with no prior knowledge of the platform, but her humorous, relatable, and uplifting posts quickly drove countless leads to her original small transcription business, and over 10,000 followers in her direction.She has gone on to grow a massive network of more than 170,000 people and three years ago started a LinkedIn training business which hit six figures within the first ten months. She now focuses her time on teaching others how to build their personal brands and attract inbound leads on LinkedIn with her lively corporate workshops, and digital resources.Lea also runs a business membership community with over 500 members globally, providing expert masterclasses from a variety of accomplished professionals, supporting new and established business owners with a range of essential skills to grow their companies. We discuss what Lea did to grow her following, the benefits of LinkedIn premium, what top voice badges really mean and much more. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Lea: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lea-turner/ Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie Get Sophie’s new book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode, I invited COO of Moja, Rachael Cook, to the podcast to discuss all things awards. When it comes to writing awards, Rachael is our guru; she knows exactly what it takes to write an awesome application. Rachael helps our clients by writing award applications, and she’s seen many of them be shortlisted for some of the most prestigious in their industries. We discussed how to spot scammy awards, what to include in your application, why awards are brilliant for your personal and professional brand as well as how to share your awards successes. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with Rachael: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachaelcook-moja/ Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book - From Unknown to Unforgettable: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Monday’s Episode: 055: How to Enter Awards with Rachael Cook

How do you get recognised and shortlisted for some of the most prestigious business awards?In this episode, I invited COO of Moja, Rachael Cook, to the podcast to discuss all things awards. When it comes to writing awards, Rachael is our guru; she knows exactly what it takes to write an awesome application. Rachael helps our clients by writing award applications, and she’s seen many of them win some of the most prestigious in their industries. Being recognised by awards is a great way to establish yourself as an authoritative voice in your industry, so this episode is a must-listen for anyone wanting to get themselves shortlisted! We discuss how to spot scammy awards, what to include in your application, why awards are brilliant for your personal and professional brand as well as how to share your awards successes. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Rachael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachaelcook-moja/ Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie My new book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DCQ6K5F1/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode, I went solo to dive into the topic of how to build networks in cities and places beyond your own. This subject was inspired by good friend and previous guest, Jo Feeley, who wanted to know how I successfully host events in different cities and know that people will turn up. Much of this involves networking and attending the right events. I shared insights on how to form lasting friendships with reliable and wonderful people. If you catch up on the episode, you'll learn everything you need to know about expanding your network nationwide! These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie Monday’s Episode: 054: Building Nationwide Networks References: 052: Investing in Your Professional Profile with Jo Simpson 024: Networking Goals with Jeni Smith

How do you build and maintain networks nationwide? In this episode, I’m chatting about how to build networks in cities and places beyond your own. Inspired by a recent conversation with my friend and previous guest, Jo Feeley, I’m sharing my top tips and strategies for creating and maintaining networks far from home.While much of this involves networking and attending the right events, I go into the details on how to form lasting friendships with reliable and wonderful people. You'll learn everything you need to know about expanding your network nationwide. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode, I was joined Robin Waite. Robin is the Founder of Fearless Business and the bestselling author of several books, including Online Business Startup, Marketing Machine and his most recent popular release, Take Your Shot. After seeing how amazingly well his books have done, I was eager to chat to him about how he published his books, what he did for the launch and how he became a bestseller, as well as exploring how he got the crazy numbers of over 1200 reviews for his books. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie Monday’s Episode: 053: Book Review Secrets with Robin Waite

How can you boost your book reviews and get it in front of more people?With the launch of my new book coming very soon, I invited Robin Waite on the show to talk about how he did some amazing things to make his books stand out and get in front of the eyes of the right audience.Robin is the Founder of Fearless Business where he puts his two decades of experience to work, providing business coaching to coaches, consultants and freelancers worldwide helping them to productise their service, articulate their value and confidently charge more.Robin is also a regular speaker at various business events and the bestselling author of several books, including Online Business Startup, Marketing Machine and his most recent popular release, Take Your Shot.After seeing how amazingly well his books have done, I was eager to chat to him about how he published his books, what he did for the launch and how he became a bestseller, as well as exploring how he got the crazy numbers of over 1200 reviews for his books. Robin shares his biggest tips on how to share your book with the right audience, so this is a must-listen for anyone thinking about, or in the process of, publishing a book.So, let's get stuck in…This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Interested in publishing your own book? Moja Publishing can bring your idea to life.Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry.See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/…Connect with Robin:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinmwaite/Free book: https://fearless.biz/tys/Connect with Sophie:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-millikenInstagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode, I was joined by our CFO here at Moja, Jo Simpson. Since setting up her business consultancy and accounts practice in 2002, Jo has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs create and scale their businesses. Jo’s passion is to support ambitious entrepreneurs in building businesses that are profitable while living a life they love. As an accredited Profit First Professional and multiple business owner, she has taken all of her knowledge and expertise to create a range of courses, a membership, and a bespoke mastermind, which launched into the online world in 2016 as the Financial Growth Academy. Jo and I discussed why it is so important to invest in your personal branding early on and all the way through your entrepreneurial journey, how to make yourself stand out and be distinctive and how you can invest in your professional profile even on a tight budget. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie Monday’s Episode: 052: Investing in Your Professional Profile with Jo SimpsonSee how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/

Why should we invest in our personal brand? The perfect guest to join me in talking about this is profit strategist, Jo Simpson. Since setting up her business consultancy and accounts practice in 2002, she has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs create and scale their businesses. Jo’s passion is to support ambitious entrepreneurs in building businesses that are profitable while living a life they love. As an accredited Profit First Professional and multiple business owner, she has taken all of her knowledge and expertise to create a range of courses, a membership, and a bespoke mastermind, which launched into the online world in 2016 as the Financial Growth Academy. Jo’s mission is simple: she wants to help thousands of entrepreneurs overcome their fear of finance and become the most profitable version they can be. We’ll cover all the details on why it is so important to invest in your branding early on and all the way through your entrepreneurial journey, how to make yourself stand out and be distinctive and how you can invest in your professional profile even on a tight budget. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Jo: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financialgrowthacademyuk/?hl=en Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode, I was joined by Athena Todd to chat about using AI to raise your professional profile. Athena co-founded Launch Lab Academy in 2018 and has trained over 1,000 new coaches globally by integrating AI-powered marketing strategies that save 60% of their time. Athena's journey as an expat entrepreneur showcases her ability to surpass limited resources and create a personal brand that attracts rare opportunities. We chatted about different AI tools which can aid you in building your professional profile, discussed how to use them strategically, and explored what the future of AI and personal branding looks like. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie Monday’s Episode: 051: Using AI to Boost Your Profile with Athena Todd

How can we use AI to help raise our professional profile? To join me in discussing all things AI is Athena Todd. With over 16 years of cross-cultural expertise, Athena has become a trusted advisor for esteemed organisations worldwide. She blends Eastern and Western perspectives, providing clarity and strategic insights that have increased companies' ROI by 50%. As the co-founder of Launch Lab Academy in 2018, she has trained over 1,000 new coaches globally by integrating AI-powered marketing strategies that save 60% of their time. Athena's journey as an expat entrepreneur showcases her ability to surpass limited resources and create a personal brand that attracts rare opportunities. We’re going to explore different AI tools which can aid you in building your professional profile, discuss how to use them strategically, and what the future of AI and personal branding looks like. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Athena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/athenatodd/Email: [email protected]: https://www.launchlabhub.com/home Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode, Kate Hargreaves joined me to share her thoughts and experiences of “masterminding” and how this approach can be massively beneficial in developing leadership and entrepreneurial capability in all sorts of contexts. Kate is Founder and CEO of Mosaic Partners; the “go to” Leadership Development Consulting Practice in the North East. We explored the practicalities of establishing and managing a mastermind group, shared some of our favourite experiences from participating in one, and discussed strategies to ensure it benefits all members. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie Monday’s Episode: 050: Mastermind Magic with Kate Hargreaves

What is a mastermind group? Kate Hargreaves has joined me to discuss just that. Kate is Founder and CEO of Mosaic Partners; the “go to” Leadership Development Consulting Practice in the North East. Kate is a highly regarded organisation development practitioner, executive coach, team coach and management consultant with over two decades of experience developing leaders, helping to shape positive cultures, and building internal OD and coaching capability across a wide range of sectors and industries. A passionate advocate of transformational leadership development activity; having led, facilitated, and engaged in countless peer learning sets over the years, Kate joins me to share her thoughts and experiences of “masterminding” and how this approach can be massively beneficial in developing leadership and entrepreneurial capability in all sorts of contexts. We’ll explore the practicalities of establishing and managing a mastermind group, share some of our favourite experiences from participating in one, and discuss strategies to ensure it benefits all members. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Kate: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katehargreaves5/ Website: https://www.mosaicpartners.co.uk/ Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode, Matt Jones returned to Beyond the Bio to discuss his new podcast: The Rebel Lion. Matt is the Founder and CEO of Rebel Lion Advertising and is spearheading an ambitious acquisition journey to become the largest independent agency group in the UK. We chatted about what Matt is going to cover in his new podcast and why he thinks it's necessary to share the nitty gritty of entrepreneurship. We also delved into some of the challenges he’s faced whilst growing his business, and simultaneously growing his profile. The topics we covered included imposter syndrome, dealing with social media trolls, Matt’s story about how he got to where he is now and much more. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie Monday’s Episode:049: Behind the Roar with Matt Jones

What’s behind the closed doors of being an entrepreneur?Matt Jones is back on the show to discuss how he’s answering this question in his new podcast; The Rebel Lion.As Founder and CEO of Rebel Lion Advertising, Matt is spearheading an ambitious acquisition journey to become the largest independent agency group in the UK. This will be the second time he has delivered on his aim, having sold S3 Advertising in a management buyout in 2019. A multi award-winning entrepreneur, Matt has won several national awards for both himself and his businesses.Matt is passionate about breaking the stigma around men’s mental health and talks openly about his journey as an entrepreneur finding his purpose.In this episode, Matt shares why he thinks it is important to share the nitty gritty stories of entrepreneurship on his podcast and we delve into some of the challenges he’s faced whilst growing his business, and simultaneously growing his profile. Topics we cover include imposter syndrome, dealing with social media trolls, being resilient and much more.So, let's get stuck in…This podcast is brought to you by Moja.Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry.See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/…Connect with Matt:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjonesceo/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-rebel-lion/id1755364006Connect with Sophie:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-millikenInstagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_SophieReferences:031: Inside the Dragons’ Den with Matt Jones

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode, I was joined by Will Polston. Will is a best-selling author, entrepreneur, award-winning business strategist and performance coach who leverages his personal journey from a successful yet unfulfilled broker now empowering ambitious individuals to master their mindset and live a life they love. Will joined me to discuss how he has grown his profile using a myriad of different techniques. We discussed how he’s done this, including TEDx talks, social media, creating habits and sticking to them, networking events and dinners he’s hosted; all of which has raised his profile. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie Monday’s Episode: 048: Creating Habits That Stick with Will Polston

What is your North Star and why is it important to have one? In this episode, Will Polston is joining me to discuss just that. Will is a best-selling author, entrepreneur, award-winning business strategist and performance coach who leverages his personal journey from a successful yet unfulfilled broker now empowering ambitious individuals to master their mindset and live a life they love. As a highly qualified and experienced coach and internationally recognised speaker, Will’s deep understanding of the challenges faced by others allows him to provide invaluable guidance towards achieving a fulfilling life. Will has grown his profile using a myriad of different techniques. We discuss how he’s done this, including TEDx talks, social media, building habits, networking events and dinners he’s hosted all of which has raised his profile. We also talk about how to create habits and stick to them, all whilst having your North Star to guide you. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Will: Website: https://willpolston.com/ Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/mihwwp Book: http://northstarthinking.com/ Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie References: Will's TEDx talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEHlSiFxmBI&t 037: Becoming a Viral Sensation with Jo Hutton

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode, I was joined by Daniel Priestley. Daniel is a serial entrepreneur who has built and sold several successful businesses and written 5 books on starting and scaling businesses. He is the founder of Dent Global, an accelerator and venture studio with offices in the UK, Australia and Canada. He’s the cofounder of ScoreApp, AI powered marketing software with clients in over 150 countries. Daniel has won entrepreneur of the year and scale up of the year awards and regularly gives talks for growing businesses. On the show, Daniel and I chatted about guesting on peoples’ podcasts and the opportunities it can bring. Daniel shared his concept of the podcast pyramid and what it takes to move up the tiers to star on some of the biggest podcast shows right now. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie Monday’s Episode: 047: The Podcast Pyramid with Daniel Priestley

Want to know how to be a guest on Diary of a CEO? In this episode, I’m excited to have Daniel Priestley join me to share his experiences of being a podcast guest. After starring on some of the biggest podcasts in the world, he might just know what he’s talking about. Daniel is a serial entrepreneur who has built and sold several successful businesses and written 5 books on starting and scaling businesses. He is the founder of Dent Global, an accelerator and venture studio with offices in the UK, Australia and Canada. He’s the cofounder of ScoreApp, AI powered marketing software with clients in over 150 countries. Daniel has won entrepreneur of the year and scale up of the year awards and regularly gives talks for growing businesses. Daniel shares his concept of the podcast pyramid and how you can move up the tiers. He also, of course, shares all the details from his appearance on Diary of a CEO and lets us in on how Steven Bartlett does his thing. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Daniel: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielpriestley/ Books: https://danielpriestley.com/daniel-priestley-books/ Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie References: 012: The Power of Podcasting with Jason Graystone 030: Personal Branding Decoded with Ash Jones

Welcome to this week’s Beyond the Bio bonus episode. In these short recaps, I’m picking out my key takeaway from Monday’s show and creating an actionable tip you can implement right now. On Monday’s episode, I was joined by Topher Morrison. Topher is the founder of Personofi, a firm that specialises in brand messaging for small business owners. We spoke about all things partnership pitches with Topher’s expert advice on making your pitches bold and unforgettable. He covered what to include in your pitch, what not to include, and which platforms are best to pitch them on. He also shared an example of when one of his partnership pitches became an impressive success. These bonus episodes are full of actionable tips and tricks that you can take forward to raise your profile. I’d love to know if you find these helpful and hear about which action points you’ve decided to embrace. Connect with me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moja_sophie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X: https://twitter.com/Moja_Sophie Monday’s Episode: 046: Partnership Pitches with Topher Morrison

Are you struggling with what to include in your partnership pitch to make it stand out from the crowd? In this episode, I’m joined by Topher Morrison. Topher is the founder of Personofi, a firm that specialises in brand messaging for small business owners. He is the author of 4 best-selling books and was voted one of the top 10 business speakers in Tampa Bay. In 2017, he was one of 3 finalists for Business Leader of the Year through the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce. We’re talking about all things partnership pitches with Topher’s expert advice on making your pitches bold and unforgettable. He covers what to include in your pitch, what not to include, and which platforms are best to pitch them on. He also shares an example of when one of his partnership pitches became an impressive success. So, let's get stuck in… This podcast is brought to you by Moja. Moja is an award-winning modern PR agency working with entrepreneurs and senior executives to get you known in your industry. See how your profile is currently performing: https://mym-btb.scoreapp.com/ … Connect with Topher: Website: https://www.tophermorrison.com/ Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie