Messy Business - with Libby Langley

Thinking about writing a book but not sure if it’s worth it? Let me tell you now — it is. In this episode, I’m sharing why putting pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard) might just be the smartest move you can make for your business.Writing Life in Business was one of the most cathartic, clarifying, and rewarding things I’ve ever done. It’s not just a book — it’s a legacy, a marketing tool, and a statement of expertise. I talk through the emotional, strategic, and practical reasons why writing a book is such a powerful move, and how it helped me map my business journey, gain credibility, and connect more deeply with my audience.We cover the messy behind-the-scenes bits (hello red flags and nightmare clients), the clarity that comes from pulling your thoughts together, and the tangible impact a book has — both in your own hands and on your bookshelf. Whether you’re writing a how-to guide, sharing personal stories, or collating existing content, your book can become the anchor for everything you do in business.✨ It’s not about writing a bestseller. It’s about showing the world that you are the expert.Helpful Links: 🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck 📖 Read my book 💬 Work with meIf this episode sparked something for you, I’d love to hear about it. Tag me on Instagram @libbylangley and tell me — what kind of book are you dreaming about writing?Here’s to lasting legacies, clear messages, and doing business your way.Libby x

Got a spark of genius that you want to run with — right now? Hold that thought. Whether you’re brimming with ideas or battling self-doubt about your next move, this episode is for you.In today’s episode, I’m sharing the simple 3-question exercise I now use every time I have a new business idea. (Spoiler: if I’d used this method years ago, I could’ve saved myself a whole load of stress, time, and money.) From group programs to community memberships, I’ve launched things I should have left on the drawing board — and I’m sharing exactly how you can avoid the same mistake.We’ll talk about how to figure out if your idea is actually needed, how to check whether it will work financially (without pulling out your calculator), and the most important question of all: does it feel right for you?✨ Just because it’s a great idea doesn’t mean it’s your idea to run with.Helpful Links: 🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck 📖 Read my book 💬 Work with meIf this episode helped you see your ideas in a new light, I’d love to hear about it. Tag me on Instagram @libbylangley and let me know what idea you’re keeping — or ditching.Here’s to more clarity, less chaos, and only saying yes to what truly feels right.Libby x

If you’ve ever opened your DMs to find a random “Hey lovely, I’ve got a great offer for you!” message… you already know. Cold pitching is awkward, ineffective, and let’s be honest — downright disrespectful. And yet, we’re still being told that it’s the way to grow our business.In this episode, I’m lifting the lid on a real-life story that had me fuming — someone hijacking one of my personal breakthrough call slots just to try and sell to me. No context. No connection. No chance.We’ll dive into what not to do when it comes to pitching, why building respectful relationships matters more than ever, and how to turn cold contacts into genuine connections (that might actually lead to clients… eventually). Plus: the one thing I wish more people remembered before sliding into someone’s inbox.If you want to sell with more grace, integrity, and ease — this one’s your permission slip to leave the sleaze behind.✨ Sales is about connection, not coercion. Start a conversation, not a pitch.Helpful Links: 🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck 📖 Read my book 💬 Work with me—If this one got you nodding along (or rolling your eyes at your inbox), I’d love to hear about it. Tag me on Instagram @libbylangley and tell me your worst pitch story — or just say hi!Here’s to warmer connections, better business, and a hell of a lot more respect.Libby x

Feel like a fraud in your business — like everyone else has it figured out and you’re somehow falling behind? That feeling has a name (hello, imposter syndrome), but the root cause might surprise you.In this episode, I’m digging into where those feelings really come from — and how you can take your power back. I’m sharing my own story of ticking all the boxes, building the “right” kind of business, and still feeling utterly wrong — and how everything changed when I gave myself permission to do things my way.We’ll talk about why comparison is a slippery slope, how childhood expectations shape our self-worth, and the moment I knew I needed to ditch group programmes and go all-in on 1:1 coaching. Plus: why measuring your progress by spreadsheets will never tell the full story.If you’ve ever looked around and thought, “Why can’t I keep up?” — this one’s your reminder that you’re not behind. You’re just building something real.✨ You can’t be an imposter when you’re following your own path.Helpful Links: 🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck 📖 Read my book 💬 Work with me 🎙️ Catch up on all podcast episodes—If this episode hit home, I’d love to hear from you. Tag me on Instagram @libbylangley and let me know where you’re tuning in from — whether it’s the school run, the sofa, or a quiet moment to yourself. You’re doing great.Here’s to more self-belief, less comparison, and a business that actually feels like yours. Libby x

Feeling like you should be doing more, working harder, or proving how “busy” you are to feel successful? You’re not alone — but that constant busyness might be the very thing holding you back. In this episode, I’m gently dismantling the myth that hustle equals success and showing you how to create more space, ease, and actual results in your business.We’ll talk about why busy doesn’t mean productive, how to stop wearing busyness as a badge of honour, and how to structure your days around your natural energy — not someone else’s timetable. I’m also sharing a few very real stories from my own business journey (hello, 14-hour days 😬) and how I finally escaped the burnout cycle.If you’re ready to stop chasing your tail and start building a business that fits your life — not the other way round — this one’s for you.✨ You’re allowed to go at your own pace. In fact, you’ll probably grow faster when you do.Helpful Links: 🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck 📖 Read my book 💬 Work with me—If this episode sparked something for you, I’d love to hear about it. Tag me on Instagram @libbylangley and show me where you're listening from — whether it’s a desk, a bath, or a canoe on a Tuesday. This is your business, your way.Here’s to more space, less stress, and a gentler way of working.

End-of-year reflections can feel like a box-ticking exercise — but what if you used this moment to actually check in with yourself and your business? In this episode, I’m guiding you through a no-fluff, real-world review to help you make smarter, simpler decisions moving into next year.I’m sharing the three core things I look at in my own business every December: your goals, your happiness, and your focus moving forward. I open up about the biggest pivot I made this year — closing my profitable group programme to focus on 1:1 coaching — and what that meant for my income, energy, and sanity. Spoiler: it was the best decision I’ve made.We’ll talk about what’s worked (and what hasn’t), how to spot where you’re making things harder than they need to be, and how to create a more profitable, joyful business without piling on pressure. If you’re ready to wrap this year with more clarity and calm, and step into next year with intention, this one’s for you.✨ You don’t need more plans or hustle. You need simplicity, honesty, and the courage to do things your way.Helpful Links: 🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck 📖 Read my book 💬 Work with me—If this episode helped you reflect or gave you a gentle nudge toward something new, I’d love to know. Tag me on Instagram @libbylangley or drop into my inbox — I’m always here for the real, messy, beautiful bits of business.Let’s make next year simpler, calmer, and even more you.

If you're relying solely on social media to connect with your audience, you're building your business on rented land. In this episode, I’m making the case for why email is one of the easiest, most personal, and most effective tools you can use to grow your business — and how you can start (or restart) with zero fuss.I’ve been sending marketing emails since 2012, and they’ve consistently been one of the biggest drivers of connection, conversation, and sales in my business. Whether you’ve fallen out of the habit or never started at all, I walk you through why email is such a brilliant option — and why you don’t need any fancy software, a huge list, or hours of spare time to make it work.From avoiding the pitfalls of algorithm changes and hacked accounts, to building genuine, pen-pal-style relationships with the people who really matter, this episode is packed with practical encouragement for solo business owners who want to market themselves with more ease and less noise.✨ If you’re serious about building a sustainable business, it’s time to start emailing — and I promise, it can be simpler (and more joyful) than you think.Helpful Links: 🌀 Download the free guide: Easy Ways to Start Emailing Your Audience 📖 Read my book 💬 Work with me—If this gave you the nudge you needed, I’d love to know. Tag me on Instagram @libbylangley or send me a message with your new email list link — I’m always curious to see how others are doing it! And don’t forget to follow the podcast so you never miss a weekly dose of gentle business wisdom.Let’s make marketing more human, together.

Feeling exhausted from the constant push to do more, be more, and grow faster? You’re not alone — and no, the solution isn't more hustle. In this episode, I’m introducing you to something far more helpful: goblin mode.Goblin mode, the Oxford Word of the Year (yes, really!), is all about being unapologetically self-indulgent. And in business? That’s revolutionary. This episode is a practical and gently rebellious take on what self-care actually means when you work for yourself — from boundaries to naps, and why you absolutely don't need to “earn” rest.I talk about how the hustle narrative is wearing us down, what happens when we overpromise and underdeliver, and why being everything to everyone will only burn you out. I also share how I structure my own week, why I don't do client calls on Fridays, and how embracing goblin mode has made my business feel lighter and more fun.✨ If you’ve been feeling tired, scattered, or just fed up with trying to “keep up,” this episode will give you the permission (and the practical ideas) to run your business in a way that actually supports you.Helpful Links: 🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck 📖 Read my book 💬 Work with me—If this episode made you breathe a little easier, I’d love to hear about it. Tag me @libbylangley on Instagram or drop into my DMs — you don’t need to do this alone. And if you’re embracing your inner goblin this week? I’m cheering you on from here.

Running a business can feel overwhelming — like you’re spinning plates, questioning everything, and still wondering if you’re getting it “right.” But what if you stripped it all back to just two things? In this episode, I share the only two things that truly matter in business… and spoiler: they’re not what the online noise tells you.It’s easy to get caught up in all the shoulds — more content, more clients, more offers. But underneath it all, business is about how you feel and what you keep. That’s why I’m talking about happiness and profit — one intangible, one very tangible — and why they’re your true compass for building a business that actually works for you.I walk you through how to check in with your own happiness (even if you’re not “there yet”), and how to start understanding your numbers without the overwhelm. If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of doing more but feeling worse, this episode will help you press pause, get real, and figure out what needs to change.✨ If you’re not happy, and you’re not making money… something has to shift. Let’s talk about what that could look like.Helpful Links: 🌀 Free guide to getting unstuck 📖 Read my book 💬 Work with me—If today’s episode made you think, gave you clarity, or just helped you breathe a bit easier, I’d love it if you shared it. Tag me on Instagram @libbylangley or drop into my DMs and let me know what landed for you.You don’t have to do business the way everyone else does. Let’s make it simpler — and way more you.

Are you running your business on autopilot, hoping things will somehow fall into place? It’s easy to lose direction when you're busy juggling everything — but without a clear vision and goal, it’s near impossible to build a business (and life) that actually feels good.In this episode, I gently walk you through why having a vision and goal matters — not in a shouty, corporate, “smash your targets” way, but in a warm, grounded way that helps you reconnect to why you're in business in the first place. We explore what success really looks like (hint: it's not about million-pound months), what you're working towards, and how your daily actions either move you closer to — or further away from — the life you want.This is your reminder that you get to do business your way. You don’t need more hustle. You need more clarity, more space, and more trust in yourself.✨ You started your business for a reason. Let’s bring that reason back into focus.Helpful Links: 🌀 Download the “Stop Scrolling for Answers” free guide 📖 Read my book 💬 Work with me—If this episode helped you reconnect to your vision, I’d love to hear about it. Screenshot and share it on social media (tag me @libbylangley) or send me a message. And make sure you’re following the podcast so you never miss an episode.You don’t need to figure this all out alone. I’m right here with you.

Feeling like you’ve outgrown the version of business success you’ve been chasing? You’re not alone. In this first episode of Life in Business, I share the story of how I left a shiny, high-pressure corporate role to create a business that actually fits my life — and what I’ve learnt from over a decade of running it.This episode is a warm and honest introduction to why I do what I do, and how I got here. I talk about quitting my job without a plan, earning £127 in my first month, building a business with a team (then realising I hated it), starting again, getting divorced, going back to basics — and eventually discovering the sweet spot where business feels lighter, simpler, and more me.If you’ve ever questioned whether you're "doing it wrong" or felt disconnected from the version of business you’ve built, this one’s for you. I talk about the pressure to build a “successful” business that looks good on the outside, and the quiet but powerful joy of building a business that actually makes you feel good.✨ This podcast is your safe space to be real, take the pressure off, and remember that you’re not broken — you’re just ready to do things differently.Helpful Links: 🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck 📖 Read my book 💬 Work with me —If this episode gave you a bit of relief or a spark of inspiration, I’d love it if you shared it. Screenshot, post, tag me — I’m @libbylangley on all the usual platforms. And make sure you’re following the podcast so you don’t miss what’s coming next.Thanks for being here. I’m so glad we’ve found each other.

Do you hate the thought of being a boss babe CEO or a biz babe (whatever the hell that is)?Or maybe hustling 24/7 or building a million pound empire just isn’t your thing.If so, the Life In Business Podcast is perfect for you.Your host, Libby Langley, business coach and mentor has been there and done that more times than she cares to count and she is on a mission to empower female business owners to find an easier way, a gentler way, without feeling guilty or inadequate or like they’re doing it all wrong.Tune in every week for life and business support that will help you to make small tweaks for big gains, to be confident in your business decisions and to say no to the things you think you should be doing.So you CAN do exactly what you love to do the most without hustling 24/7 to make it happen.Make sure you subscribe and follow the show wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss the next episode.I’d love for you to say hi on Instagram. I’m @libbylangley. You can also visit my website at www.libbylangley.com to find out more about me and my coaching services.Launching 8 December 2022.