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S1 Ep 53053: 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

Aug 5, 202422 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Investing in Your Professional Profile

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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/

Aug 1, 20247 min

S1 Ep 52052: Investing in Your Professional Profile with Jo Simpson

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

Jul 29, 202421 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Using AI to Boost Your Profile

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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

Jul 25, 20244 min

S1 Ep 51051: 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

Jul 22, 202423 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Mastermind Magic 

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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

Jul 18, 20244 min

S1 Ep 50050: 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

Jul 15, 202422 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Behind the Roar

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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

Jul 11, 20244 min

S1 Ep 49049: 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

Jul 8, 202419 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Creating Habits That Stick 

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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

Jul 4, 20243 min

S1 Ep 48048: 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

Jul 1, 202422 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: The Podcast Pyramid

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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

Jun 27, 20243 min

S1 Ep 47047: 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

Jun 24, 202425 min

THE RECAP - Take action: Partnership Pitches

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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

Jun 20, 20243 min

S1 Ep 46046: 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

Jun 17, 202416 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Imposter Syndrome to Empowerment

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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 Jude Daunt and we chatted about imposter syndrome and how to turn it around. Jude is the founder of the Unbreakable Mindset®. A methodology that transforms clients' mindsets, allowing them to remove the constraints and mental barriers for them to get out of their own way and thrive. In the episode, Jude opened up about her own experiences with imposter syndrome and shared practical strategies to get through it. She provided real-life examples of how imposter syndrome has impacted her and offered valuable advice on overcoming it. 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: 045: Imposter Syndrome to Empowerment with Jude Daunt

Jun 13, 20245 min

S1 Ep 45045: Imposter Syndrome to Empowerment with Jude Daunt

Imposter syndrome is something many of us encounter at various points in our professional journeys. But how can we manage it, so it doesn’t hinder our success? In this episode, I’m joined by Jude Daunt to talk about getting past imposter syndrome. Jude is the founder of the Unbreakable Mindset®. A methodology that transforms clients' mindsets, allowing them to remove the constraints and mental barriers for them to get out of their own way and thrive. Jude has spent over a decade working 1-1 with clients that include entrepreneurs, CEOs, Olympic athletes and Celebrities. She is now sharing her work by allowing others to become certified accredited Life Coaches in the Unbreakable Mindset® Academy. Jude opens up about her own experiences with imposter syndrome and shares practical strategies to get through it. She provides real-life examples of how imposter syndrome has impacted her and offers valuable advice on overcoming it. She also explores how to conquer limiting beliefs and thrive in our personal and professional lives. 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 Jude: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/judedauntcoaching?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Activated Mindset: www.activatedmindset.co.uk Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/unbreakable-mindset/id1596772010 Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie References: 030: Personal Branding Decoded with Ash Jones

Jun 10, 202421 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Book Launch Blueprint 

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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 to Dan Bradbury all about book launches. Dan shared the interesting ways he launched his books, including his story on how Sir Richard Branson accidentally attended his book launch. Dan also shared some nifty ideas on how to gain traction before your book launch and gave some super handy tips and tricks for anyone doing their first ever book launch.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_SophieMonday’s Episode:044: Book Launch Blueprint with Dan Bradbury

Jun 6, 20245 min

S1 Ep 44044: Book Launch Blueprint with Dan Bradbury 

How can you launch your book with a bang? Dan Bradbury has joined me to talk all about book launches. Dan is the owner of a private equity group and his primary focus is as an investor who specialises in taking companies already producing seven figures in revenue and accelerates their growth to over 10 million. He has founded, built and sold two companies for seven figures and has invested in over a dozen other companies on top of the five businesses that he has purchased outright. Dan’s speciality is maximising the value of a business, whether it be simply to keep the business and reap the rewards or to exit the business for a big payout he has done on seven different occasions. During his professional career, he has shared his knowledge and expertise through authoring two books; Breeding Gazelles & Turnover is Vanity, Profit is Sanity. In this episode I chat to Dan about the interesting ways he launched his books, including his story on how Sir Richard Branson accidentally attended his book launch. Dan shares some nifty ideas on how to gain traction before your book launch and gives some super handy tips and tricks for anyone doing their first ever book launch. 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 Dan: Website: https://danbradbury.com/ Books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Dan-Bradbury/author/B01ETJMN8O?ref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1193879 Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

Jun 3, 202420 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Get More LinkedIn Recommendations 

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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 discussing LinkedIn recommendations with business strategist, Adam Strong. Adam shared how recommendations can boost your LinkedIn profile. He also discussed how to get recommendations, what to include in them, and gave some insights into how they have benefitted people based on proven experience.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_SophieMonday’s Episode:043: Get More LinkedIn Recommendations with Adam Strong

May 30, 20244 min

S1 Ep 43043: Get More LinkedIn Recommendations with Adam Strong

How can recommendations boost your LinkedIn profile? LinkedIn recommendations can give your profile a real boost of authenticity and trust. Someone who knows all about this is Adam Strong. Adam is known as the ‘Business Strategist’, Best Selling Author, Entrepreneur, International Speaker and Host of ‘The Business Strategist’ podcast. He currently runs three different businesses and works with leaders and entrepreneurs in the professional services industry to empower them to scale up through his business mastermind programme. Adam is hugely passionate about helping his clients in growing and scaling their businesses in a fast and strategic way. In this episode, Adam shares how recommendations can boost your LinkedIn profile. He also discusses how to get recommendations, what to include in them, and shares some insights into how they benefit people based on proven experience. 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 Adam: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong/ Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

May 27, 202419 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Build a Brilliant Bio

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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 things bios. Having a bio readily available is super helpful to be able to share with people for speaking events, awards, podcasts, and much more. I discussed why bios are so important, and some key things to think about when crafting one.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_SophieMonday’s Episode:042: Build a Brilliant Bio

May 23, 20244 min

S1 Ep 42042: Build a Brilliant Bio

On Beyond the Bio, we cover a range of things that you can do to contribute to your bio and make it awesome. But have you actually written your bio? Having a bio readily available is super helpful to be able to share with people for speaking events, awards, podcasts, and much more. It’s good to have a short and a long bio, as different lengths may be required for different purposes. Your bio tells people who you are and should be completely unique to you. In this episode, I’m discussing why bios are so important, and some key things to think about when crafting one. This is a must-listen for anyone wanting to make their bio really stand out. 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

May 20, 202415 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: How Audiobooks Amplify Authors

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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 voice over artist, singer, speaker and performance coach, Elisabeth Valentine. Elisabeth shared the importance of audiobooks for authors, the rise in audiobook consumption, and the process of recording an audiobook. She emphasised the benefits of authors narrating their own books and provided tips for anyone looking to record their first audiobook. 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: 041: How Audiobooks Amplify Authors with Elisabeth Valentine

May 16, 20245 min

S1 Ep 41041: How Audiobooks Amplify Authors with Elisabeth Valentine

Should you turn your book into an audiobook? Audiobooks have seen a massive rise in popularity over recent years, with many people opting to listen rather than read. But have you ever thought about publishing an audiobook yourself? In a previous episode of Beyond the Bio, Marianne Page spoke about how she’d published an audio version of her book. This led me to think about the importance of audiobooks in today’s publishing world, and how they can be such a benefit to your audience. To chat about this, I invited Elisabeth Valentine on to tell us all about audiobooks. Elisabeth is a voice over artist, singer, speaker and performance coach. She has been a professional performer since the age of 8, and lends her voice, expertise and coaching to some of the biggest brands in the world like Disney, Apple, Netflix, Just Eat and more. Elisabeth coaches people on their public speaking, pitching, presentation and networking skills, so they can confidently make the biggest positive impact on the world. In this conversation, Elisabeth discusses the importance of audiobooks for authors, the rise in audiobook consumption, and the process of recording an audiobook. She emphasises the benefits of authors narrating their own books and provides tips for anyone looking to record their own. 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 Elisabeth:Instagram: @elisabethvalentine_ Facebook: www.facebook.com/elisabeth.valentine/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/elisabethvalentinekristiansen/How to Record an Audiobook course: https://elisabeth-valentine-kristiansen-s-school.teachable.com/p/how-to-record-an-audiobookDiscount code: BEYONDTHEBIO www.elisabethvalentine.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: 033: How Books Boost Business with Marianne Page

May 13, 202426 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Defining Brand You 

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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 discussing how to define your personal brand. I covered how to find out what your personal brand looks like from an outsiders' perspective, what invisible PR is, and how to define your core values to reflect in your brand. Whether you're just diving into personal branding or if you're already pretty well-known, Monday’s episode is full of advice to help define Brand You. 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: 040: Defining Brand You

May 9, 20243 min

S1 Ep 40040: Defining Brand You

How do you define your personal brand? Raising your personal brand is super important for becoming a trusted presence in your industry, and it can be done in a multitude of different ways. However, do you know what your personal brand is? Or what you want it to be? In this episode, I’m discussing how to find out what your personal brand looks like from an outsider's perspective, what invisible PR is, and how to define your core values to reflect in your brand. Whether you're just diving into personal branding or you're already pretty well-known, keeping up with regular audits is a smart move. This episode is full of helpful tips and tricks on exactly how to do just that. 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 References: 032: Strategies for SEO Success with Andrew Armitage

May 6, 202414 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Getting the Book Bug

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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 award-winning beauty & aesthetic clinic owner, Susan Routledge. I was thrilled to welcome Susan back to join me in talking all things books. Having written five books, and with plenty of enthusiasm to write more, Susan is well-versed on the whole writing process. Susan shared how beneficial publishing a book can be for your profile and the opportunities that it can lead to. We also discussed the books Susan has written, how she prefers to write, and tips on how to get started on your very first 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 Monday’s Episode: 039: Getting the Book Bug with Susan Routledge References:033: How Books Boost Business with Marianne Page023: Crafting your First Book with Martin & Lyndsay from Jammy Digital013: Showcasing your Story with Vicki Wusche004: Book Magic with Marina Pearson

May 2, 20244 min

S1 Ep 39039: Getting the Book Bug with Susan Routledge

Have you ever thought about writing your own book? In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Susan Routledge back to join me in talking all things books. Susan is an award-winning beauty & aesthetic clinic owner, leading industry speaker, author and member of numerous beauty industry steering groups and judging panels. Having written five books, and with plenty of enthusiasm to write more, Susan is well-versed on the whole writing process. Susan shares how beneficial publishing a book can be for your profile and the opportunities that it can lead to. We discuss the books Susan has written, how she prefers to write, and tips on how to get started on your very first book. 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 Susan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-routledge-51729013/Website: https://susanroutledge.com/ Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

Apr 29, 202419 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Speaker Kit Essentials

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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 took you through the steps of how to create an awesome speaker kit. Speaking is a brilliant way to establish yourself as a voice to be trusted within your industry. And, if you’re speaking in front of the right audience, it can also generate leads for your business, so it’s definitely something that you should be thinking about doing to raise your profile. I covered what you need to include, how you can promote it in different ways, and touched on some key points to think about when thinking of starting your speaker journey. 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: 038: Speaker Kit Essentials References: 017: Elevate your Speaking Game with Dani Wallace 011: Speaking as a Strategy with Camilla Collins 005: TEDx: From Idea to Spotlight with Michaela Reaney

Apr 25, 20243 min

S1 Ep 38038: Speaker Kit Essentials

Do you want to get a speaking gig, but don’t know where to start? Speaking is a brilliant way to establish yourself as a voice to be trusted within your industry. And, if you’re speaking in front of the right audience, it can also generate leads for your business, so it’s definitely something that you should be thinking about doing to raise your profile. In this episode, I’m taking you through the steps of how to create an awesome speaker kit. I’ll cover what you need to include, how you can promote it in different ways, and touch on some key points to think about when thinking of starting your speaker journey. If you’re enjoying the podcast, don’t forget to leave me a review! So, let's get stuck in… References: 017: Elevate your Speaking Game with Dani Wallace011: Speaking as a Strategy with Camilla Collins005: TEDx: From Idea to Spotlight with Michaela Reaneyhttps://www.sophiemilliken.co.uk/ 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

Apr 22, 202415 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Becoming a Viral Sensation

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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 Jo Hutton. Jo runs Happy Yoga Newcastle, an online yoga membership and studio, and Newcastle Yoga School where she trains people to become yoga teachers themselves. But we weren’t talking about yoga on the show, we were talking about how Jo became a viral sensation. After posting a video showing how to do a ‘magic neck stretch’ on social media, her online following grew exponentially. She told me how this happened, what she felt like when it did, and how she maintains her Instagram now. We also covered Jo’s thoughts about monetising her content, and some top tips on what to post for Instagram’s algorithms liking. 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: 037: Becoming a Viral Sensation with Jo Hutton

Apr 18, 20246 min

S1 Ep 37037: Becoming a Viral Sensation with Jo Hutton

What does it feel like to have 7 million+ views on an Instagram reel? Having experienced this herself, Jo Hutton is here to tell us all about it. When Jo walked into a yoga class for the first time over 15 years ago, she didn’t know her whole world would change forever. After seeing the transformational results that yoga brought to herself, she decided to dedicate her life to sharing the gift of yoga with others. Jo runs Happy Yoga Newcastle, an online yoga membership and studio, and Newcastle Yoga School where she trains people to become yoga teachers themselves. She was awarded Senior Yoga Teacher status by the Yoga Alliance Professionals in 2019. After posting a video showing how to do a ‘magic neck stretch’ on Instagram, her online following grew exponentially. We learn how this happened, what she felt like to go viral, and how she maintains her social media platforms now. We also cover Jo’s thoughts about monetising her content, and some top tips on what to post for Instagram’s algorithms liking. 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/happyyoganewcastle?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happyyoganewcastle?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

Apr 15, 202424 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Pitching to the Press

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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 Liz Perkins. Liz is an award-winning journalist and has experience working across the national press. She is currently the night news editor at the Daily Express. We covered Liz’s varied career, heard about the exciting opportunities she’s had to work on, and she shared her advice on how you can pitch effectively to journalists. 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: 036: Pitching to Press with Liz Perkins

Apr 11, 20246 min

S1 Ep 36036: Pitching to the Press with Liz Perkins 

How do you pitch to a journalist? In this episode, I’m joined by Liz Perkins. Liz has experience working across the national press and is currently the night news editor at the Daily Express. Liz is multi-award winning for her journalism and has made significant changes through her work including successfully changing the law through the End This Injustice campaign that led the Government to pledge to overhaul the Family Court through the Domestic Abuse Bill. Liz was the defence reporter for the South Wales Evening Post/Wales Online where she regularly reported from Afghanistan between 2008 and 2014. She was also elected as a chapter leader of the Oxford Business Alumni Network in London, leading her to single-handedly organise events at Blenheim Palace and the Houses of Parliament. She is also a member of European Women on Boards and Women in Journalism. We’ll be covering Liz’s varied career, hearing about the exciting opportunities she’s had to work on and her advice on how you can pitch effectively to journalists. 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 Liz: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-perkins-7b667b75/ X: https://twitter.com/lizperkinsmedia Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

Apr 8, 202425 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Boardroom Secrets

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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. In this week’s episode I was joined by Mark Moseley, the founder of the pest control business PestGone Environmental. He was also a candidate on last year’s The Apprentice. We discussed the process of going on the show, the benefits it has brought, as well as some of the negatives. We also spoke about Mark’s business, and some of the things he’s done to raise his profile in his industry. 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: 035: Boardroom Secrets with Mark Moseley

Apr 4, 20243 min

S1 Ep 35035: Boardroom Secrets with Mark Moseley

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of top BBC business show, The Apprentice? In this episode, I’m joined by Mark Moseley to give us all the goss. Mark is the founder of the London based pest control business, PestGone Environmental, whose clients include the rich and famous and members of the Royal Family. He is also the published author of the book Pests to Peace, and last year he appeared as a candidate on The Apprentice. We’ll be talking about the process of going on the show, the benefits it has brought, as well as some of the negatives. We’ll also delve into Mark’s business, and some of the things he’s done to raise his profile within his industry. 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 Mark: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-moseley-0434b3123/Pests to Peace Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pests-Peace-Military-grade-control-secrets/dp/178133742X Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

Apr 1, 202421 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: The Grammy’s of Entrepreneurship

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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. In this week’s episode I was joined by Francesca James. founder of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards and Community & Ideas Fest which has been described as the ‘Glastonbury for Entrepreneurship’. We discussed Francesca’s top tips and tricks on entering the GBEAs, the powerful stories behind the GBEA community, and the authentic ways in which the awards are judged, proving that they really are the ‘Grammys of Entrepreneurship’ as labelled by Steven Bartlett. 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: 034: The Grammy’s of Entrepreneurship with Francesca James

Mar 28, 20245 min

S1 Ep 34034: The Grammys of Entrepreneurship with Francesca James

The GBEA awards are now officially OPEN for 2024 entry! In this episode, I’m joined by Francesca James, founder of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards and Community & Ideas Fest which has been described as the ‘Glastonbury for Business’. With a background in publishing and events, Francesca is passionate about telling the stories of entrepreneurs to support and champion their endeavours. She has built an incredible community of entrepreneurs and creates inspiration for business leaders across the nation. Francesca shares her top tips and tricks on entering the GBEAs, the powerful stories behind the GBEA community, and the authentic ways in which the awards are judged, proving that they really are the ‘Grammys of Entrepreneurship’ as labelled by Steven Bartlett. So, let's get stuck in… Need a bit of help with your GBEA entry? We’ve just launched our online awards course which will help you craft your winning-award entry. Check it out HERE. 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/… Enter the GBEAs: https://greatbritishentrepreneurawards.com/ Connect with Francesca: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/frangbea/Ideas Fest: https://ideasfest.uk/Start Up Awards: https://startupawards.uk/ Connect with Sophie: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/ X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

Mar 25, 202426 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: How Books Boost Business

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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. In this week’s episode I was joined by Marianne Page. Marianne runs a global small business focused on helping other successful small business owners, in any industry, to build an operation that runs like clockwork without them needing to be there. In our conversation, Marianne and I chatted about her love for writing, how she has published her books and how they can help boost business success. Marianne is now the author of 3 books, so she provided a lot of useful tips and tricks about how to sharpen your focus on writing. 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: 033: How Books Boost Business with Marianne Page

Mar 21, 20246 min

S1 Ep 33033: How Books Boost Business with Marianne Page

How can books boost your business?  In this episode, I’m joined by Marianne Page to talk all about books. Marianne runs a global small business focused on helping other successful small business owners, in any industry, to build an operation that runs like clockwork without them needing to be there.  For 27 years she worked as a senior manager with McDonald’s, a business famous for its systems, structure and scalability. Her mission is to help successful small business owners to build the systems and the structure that will double their team’s productivity and halve the time they spend working in their business.  Marianne is the author of 4 books on the subject and she has created several unique programmes, that have helped business owners worldwide, to build a consistent operation.  Marianne shares her love for writing, how she has published her books and how they can help boost business 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 Marianne: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannepage/Website - https://mariannepage.com/Books - https://mariannepage.com/books/  Connect with Sophie:       LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken      Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/      X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie    

Mar 18, 202420 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Strategies for SEO Success

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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. In this week’s episode I was joined by Andrew Armitage, the founder of multi-award-winning digital agency A Digital. Andrew explained how to navigate great SEO and how it enables you and your brand to be more visible online. He delved into the finer details of how to ensure your online content will reach your intended audience. 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: 032: Strategies for SEO Success

Mar 14, 20245 min

S1 Ep 32032: Strategies for SEO Success with Andrew Armitage

What do you know about Search Engine Optimisation?  In this episode, Andrew Armitage is giving us a rundown of how to be more visible online.  Andrew is the founder of multi-award-winning digital agency A Digital. With over twenty years’ experience building websites for organisations in the public, private and third sectors, Andrew works at a strategic level to ensure they are maximising their online opportunities and performance. Being able to navigate SEO properly will enable you and your brand to be more visible online. Andrew delves into the finer details of how to ensure your online content will reach your intended audience.  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 Andrew: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewarmitage/A Digital - https://adigital.agency/Andrew's Book - Holistic Website Planning  Connect with Sophie:       LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken      Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/      X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie  

Mar 11, 202428 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Inside the Dragon’s Den

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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. In this week’s episode I was joined by Matt Jones, founder and CEO of Rebel Lion Advertising. In 2018, Matt founded MESOA skincare, offering premium products that help men look, smell and feel great. In April 2022, Matt appeared on the season finale of Dragon’s Den to pitch for investment.  In our conversation, Matt shared his insights from his experience on Dragon’s Den and spokeabout the most important things to know when pitching for investment. Matt has since sold MESOA and gone on to found Rebel Lion Advertising so it was fun to look back on how this experience has shaped his future plans.  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: 031: Inside the Dragon’s Den with Matt Jones 

Mar 7, 20246 min

S1 Ep 31031: Inside the Dragons' Den with Matt Jones

What is it actually like in the Dragons' Den?In this episode, I’m joined by Matt Jones, founder and CEO of Rebel Lion Advertising. Matt has cemented his reputation as a trailblazer with multiple prestigious awards and industry recognition, including the Creative Entrepreneur of the Year at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, not once but THREE times! He has also been awarded fellowships by the Chartered Institute of Marketing and the Royal Society of Arts and become a Companion of the Chartered Management Institute.In 2018, Matt founded MESOA skincare, offering premium products that help men look, smell and feel great. In April 2022, Matt appeared on the season finale of Dragons' Den to pitch for investment. He shared his business journey and vulnerabilities in front of the Dragons, as well as the 3 million+ people who were watching at home.In our conversation, Matt shares his insights from his experience in the Den. We’ll cover the whole process from application to airing, what goes on behind the scenes, and what being on the show has done for him since the episode aired.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/…Matt’s Pitch:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3d5rXyFYx1cConnect with Matt:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjonesceo/Connect with Sophie:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-millikenInstagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie

Mar 4, 202422 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Personal Branding Decoded

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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.   In this week’s episode I chatted to the Founder of Great Influence; Ash Jones. We spoke about our perceptions of the term personal branding, how it differentiates but also interlinks to your company branding, and where the future of ‘personal branding’ is going. We also covered some of the most notable personal branding moves, what is important when thinking about your personal brand, as well as touching on the way algorithms can affect the content we share.   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:  030: Personal Branded Decoded with Ash Jones 

Feb 29, 20245 min

S1 Ep 30030: Personal Branding Decoded with Ash Jones 

How should we brand ourselves and our businesses?    In this episode, I’m joined by Ash Jones. Ash is the Founder at Great Influence where they work with entrepreneurs to help them tell their story and share their ideas to millions of people on social. He has been leading the strategy, social and content for some of the best in business for the past 10 years, including Steven Bartlett and Gary Neville.    Ash and I discuss our perceptions of the term personal branding, how it differentiates but also interlinks to your company branding, and where the future of ‘personal branding’ is going.    We cover some of the most notable personal branding moves, what is important when thinking about your personal brand, as well as touching on the way algorithms can affect the content we share.   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 Ash:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ash-jones-85363975/      Connect with Sophie:          LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken       Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/       X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie     

Feb 26, 202419 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Winning Awards

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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. In this week’s episode I was joined by Emma Chandler from HR and leadership consultancyChoose to Grow. Emma and I chatted about when in your career to enter awards, as well as the awards Emma has won, and how she’s used those wins to elevate her 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:  029: Winning Awards with Emma ChandlerReferences:  Take the awards quiz: https://award-winning.scoreapp.comMoja awards YouTube: https://youtu.be/MavB1dVyQA8?feature=sharedTo explore our awards support service: [email protected] 

Feb 22, 20244 min

S1 Ep 29029: Winning Awards with Emma Chandler

Is there a right time to enter awards?    In this episode, I’m talking to Emma Chandler, the award-winning leadership coach, inspirational speaker, and author. Emma is passionate about developing people, creating inclusive working communities, and generally improving the lot of leaders everywhere. Her goal is to increase wellness and wisdom, and she’s always finding new ways to win at work.Emma and I chat about when in your career to enter awards. We talk about the awards Emma has won, and how she’s used those wins to elevate her profile.  We take a deep dive into Emma’s THREE award wins in 3 months. Did winning make Emma and her team hungry for more success? We also talk about the networking opportunities that came as a result of winning and explore how they can elevate the profile of you and your business.  So, stick around and find out more…  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 Emma:https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-j-chandler-ctg/   Connect with Sophie:     LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-milliken   Instagram: www.instagram.com/moja_sophie/   X/Twitter: www.twitter.com/Moja_Sophie  

Feb 19, 202416 min

THE RECAP - Take Action: Level Up on LinkedIn

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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. In this week’s episode I chatted all about LinkedIn. I shared some advice on how to elevate your profile, and how to use it strategically to raise your profile. LinkedIn can be such a beneficial platform for gaining business leads and making awesome connections, so why not get really intentional about how you use it?  These bonus episodes are full of tips and tricks that I’ll be taking onboard myself. 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: 028: Level Up on LinkedIn    

Feb 15, 20245 min