Big Little Business

29/02/2024

Embrace Tranquility: Journey from Fashion's Fast Lane to Yoga's Peaceful Path 🧘‍♀️✨

Ever wondered how a high-paced career can lead to seeking tranquility and balance? Join us as we share a remarkable journey from the bustling world of fashion to the serene practice of yoga. Discover the transformative power of mindfulness, stress relief, and physical well-being through our latest video. Learn how yoga can not only change your body but also your perspective on life.

Are you ready to find your path to peace? Watch our inspiring story, see the difference yoga can make, and start your own journey today. Like, share, and comment on this post with your thoughts or experiences with yoga.

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Yoga Moments

Discover the inspiring journey from the high-stress world of fashion to the serene and healing practice of yoga. Join us as we explore the transformative sto...

28/02/2024

Embrace a New You: Discover the Transformative Power of Yoga 🌱✨

Here's a sneaky clip of our interview with Mine from Yoga Moments - full video released tomorrow morning.

Step into a world of calm and strength with our latest journey into yoga. This personal story unfolds the remarkable changes brought by embracing yoga: from reducing stress to enhancing sleep, and from boosting physical strength to improving mental clarity. Whether you're a yoga novice or a seasoned practitioner, this story will inspire you to deepen your practice or take the first step towards your own transformation.

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Experience the profound transformation that yoga can bring to your life in this inspiring short video. Dive into a personal journey of how yoga helped overco...

28/02/2024

✨From Fashion To Flexibility ✨

📢Welcome to the next episode of Big Little Business podcast 📢

In this episode of the BLB podcast we sat and chatted with Mine Hilme from Yoga Moments

Mine spent her early career in the high flying world of fashion, travelling the world and working with some very recognizable industry brands.

Realising this wasn't sustainable and with a baby in tow, Mine knew things had to change, and it was then that she made the decisions to do something different, and has been practicing and teaching the Hatha method of yoga for over 10 years now.

Mine has an instant calming energy about her, her passion and knowledge and desire to help people with her yoga shine through immediately.

Mine offers both group and 1-2-1 classes which are suitable for all ages and abilities, we have both been to her fantastic classes, and can personally vouch for how great she is.

As you know we can't grow and help others without your support, so please comment, like and share with others, it makes a massive difference.

Thank you C&P 🙏
You can listen to the episode here

The Big Little Business Podcast. Relaxing times with Yoga Moments. In this weeks BLB episode we met with Mine from YOGA MOMENTS. In her early career Mine spent many years travelling the world in the hustle bustle and highly stressful fashion industry. The realisation that this was not sustainable, e...

25/02/2024

It's the Big Little Business SUNDAY BOOK CLUB. 📖

Each week we recommend a book that will help small business owners and start ups in succeeding in business.

This week's must read book is 'The Personal MBA: A World-Class Business Education in a Single Volume' by Josh Kaufmann.

This bestselling business classic gives you everything you need to transform your business and your career.

The Personal MBA gives you simple mental models for every subject that's key to commercial success. From the basics of products and marketing to the nuances of teamwork and systems, this book distils everything you need to know to take on the MBA graduates and win.

We'd love to know what you thought too, so comment below or send us an email - we can't wait to hear from you.

You can purchase the book here https://amzn.to/3SOXEV3

The Personal MBA: A World-Class Business Education in a Single Volume

24/02/2024

🌟 Discover the Secret to Thriving in Business! 🌟

For those of you that missed the latest episode release this week with Brad Brick - here it is.

Key Highlights:
Start Small, Dream Big: Understand the power of beginning with manageable steps.
Learn from Experience: Every loss is a lesson that's more valuable than traditional education.

Practical Wisdom: On-the-job learning beats any classroom. Find out how!

Engage & Empower: Share your startup story or a learning moment that turned things around for you. Let's inspire and learn from each other! 💼🔥

Discover how Fuzzy Brick is transforming the landscape of corporate events and team-building activities through the power of virtual reality (VR). Join us as...

24/02/2024

🌟 Discover the Secret to Thriving in Business! 🌟

Starting your own business? Dive into the essentials of real-world learning and practical experience with insights from Brad Fuzzy Brick 🚀 Learn why starting small, embracing the learning curve, and viewing every challenge as an opportunity can propel your business to success. 💡

Key Highlights:

Start Small, Dream Big: Understand the power of beginning with manageable steps.

Learn from Experience: Every loss is a lesson that's more valuable than traditional education.

Practical Wisdom: On-the-job learning beats any classroom. Find out how!

Engage & Empower: Share your startup story or a learning moment that turned things around for you. Let's inspire and learn from each other! 💼🔥

Discover the invaluable insights on how starting small and embracing on-the-job learning can accelerate your journey to entrepreneurial success. In our lates...

23/02/2024

Every week we will be supporting a local business in our new feature called 📢FRIDAY FOCUS. 📢

We will have the company name sharing our banner for a week and promote their business for the day.

This week we focus on New Winds Coaching and the brilliant Adrian Warwick.

Adrian was one of our first guests on the podcast, in fact it was a 2 part interview (well worth a listen if you haven't already). Adrian is a business coach and uses his wealth of experience and knowledge in working with small independent business owners to advise them on everything from how to set up a company, researching, business plans to get out strategies.

It would be great if you could like, share and spread the word, you'd be amazed how much this could help.
C&P 🙏

22/02/2024

🚀 Dive Into the Future of Corporate Events with Fuzzy Brick's VR Revolution! 🚀

Ever wondered how virtual reality (VR) could transform corporate events and team-building activities? 🤔💼 Join us as Brad, the visionary founder of Fuzzy Brick, shares his incredible journey from a seasoned IT professional to a pioneer in the VR space. 🌐✨

Discover the challenges, triumphs, and innovative strides Fuzzy Brick is making to bring teams together like never before. From navigating the shift to virtual events during COVID-19 to leveraging the metaverse for unparalleled corporate engagement, Brad's story is a testament to the power of innovation and adaptability. 🎮🏢

👀 What You'll Learn:

The transformative potential of VR for corporate events and team building.
How Fuzzy Brick is leading the charge in VR innovation.
The impact of COVID-19 on accelerating virtual event solutions.
Insights into entrepreneurship and the future of corporate interaction in the VR era.

🔗 Dive deeper into the world of VR and corporate innovation by watching our latest video: https://youtu.be/0OitgvmZ8xM

📣 Calling all business leaders, HR professionals, and tech enthusiasts! If you're looking to elevate your team's engagement and explore the cutting-edge of corporate events, you won't want to miss this! 🌟

Discover how Fuzzy Brick is transforming the landscape of corporate events and team-building activities through the power of virtual reality (VR). Join us as...

21/02/2024

✨Reinventing team building and corporate entertainment. ✨

📢Welcome to the next episode of Big Little Business podcast 📢

In this episode of the BLB podcast we sat and chatted with Brad Wilkie from Fuzzy Brick

Brad worked in IT for 17 years, during which time he grew a super productive team, became a director and helped the company to be the largest IT company in the world.

But that wasn't enough, he wanted to do something different and didn't want to look back on his life in ten years time and say 'what if?'. He did not want to look back and have regrets about not doing his own thing.

His amazing 'can do' attitude has helped push the boundaries for Fuzzy Brick, overcoming challenges not just within the business but set by customers too.

Brad and his business partner Mark now travel the country providing out of this world team building events using virtual reality, including racing simulators, secret agent heists and can also create bespoke metaverse events too.

As you know we can't grow and help others without your support, so please comment, like and share with others, it makes a massive difference.

Thank you C&P 🙏

You can listen to the episode here https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/biglittlebusinesspodcast/episodes/EPISODE-11--THE-METAVERSE-MAGICIANS--BRAD-WILKIE--FUZZY-BRICK-e2g2rfb

The big Little Business Podcast Reinventing team building and corporate entertainment. In this weeks episode we met with Brad Wilkie from Fuzzy Brick. Brad worked in IT for 17 years, during which time he grew a super productive team, became a director and helped the company to be the largest IT comp...

18/02/2024

🎮Game Changing VR Company🎮

Here's a quick peak into this weeks episode, we spoke with Brad Wilkie, co-owner of Fuzzy Brick.

These guys are a true example of thinking outside of the box, they are using the latest VR technology to create bespoke and 'off the shelf' packages for company team building, presentations and much more.

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Delve into the world of VR with this company who are creating virtual events for businesses, not only UK, but across the world. Their VR experience enables t...

18/02/2024

It's the Big Little Business SUNDAY BOOK CLUB. 📖

Each week we recommend a book that will help small business owners and start ups in succeeding in business.

This week's must read book is 'The 1 Page Marketing Plan' by Allan Dib.

To build a successful business, you need to stop doing random acts of marketing and start following a reliable plan for rapid business growth. Traditionally, creating a marketing plan has been a difficult and time-consuming process, which is why it often doesn’t get done.

In this groundbreaking new book you’ll discover:
• How to get new customers, clients or patients and how to make more profit from existing ones.
• Why “big business” style marketing could kill your business and strategies that actually work for small and medium-sized businesses.
• How to close sales without being pushy, needy, or obnoxious while turning the tables and having prospects begging you to take their money.
• A simple step-by-step process for creating your own personalized marketing plan that is literally one page. Simply follow along and fill in each of the nine squares that make up your own 1-Page Marketing Plan.
• How to annihilate competitors and make yourself the only logical choice.
• How to get amazing results on a small budget using the secrets of direct response marketing.
• How to charge high prices for your products and services and have customers actually thank you for it.

We'd love to know what you thought too, so comment below or send us an email - we can't wait to hear from you.

You can purchase the book here

1-Page Marketing Plan: Get New Customers, Make More Money, And Stand out From The Crowd

16/02/2024

Every week we will be supporting a local business in our new feature called 📢FRIDAY FOCUS. 📢

We will have the company name sharing our banner for a week and promote their business for the day.

This week we focus on based in Chelmsford. Set up for young people aged 6-18yrs and Adults. Their experience and guidance help many people with their public speaking, acting and overall confidence.

Nominated for, and winners of, many awards, this small business has welcomed success along it's journey, but that hasn't come without hard work, passion and commitment.

It would be great if you could like, share and spread the word, you'd be amazed how much this could help.

C&P 🙏

15/02/2024

✨Unlock Business Growth with Expert Virtual Assistance! ✨

Are you looking to transform your small business operations without the hefty cost of full-time employees? Discover how virtual assistants can be the game-changer for your business! 🌟

Kathryn, a seasoned Virtual Assistant (VA), shares invaluable insights on how VAs provide comprehensive back-office support, from administrative tasks to customer relationship management, allowing you to focus on what really matters - growing your business. With 5 years of experience, Kathryn's team offers flexible, efficient, and tailored services to meet your business's unique needs.

✨ What Kathryn Offers:

Administrative Support: Streamline your daily operations with expert handling of your scheduling, invoicing, and client bookings.

Customized Solutions: From HR services to first aid training, they provide a range of services to support all aspects of your business.

Technology-Driven Efficiency: Learn how they leverage AI and the latest software tools to enhance their services, ensuring your business stays ahead of the curve.



👉 Don't forget to watch, like, and share!

Unlock the full potential of your business with the power of artificial intelligence and expert Virtual Assistant (VA) support. Dive into our detailed discus...

14/02/2024

Do we like chocolate?

Let's ask Paul......

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Join us for a delightful moment of pure chocolate joy as we dive into the world of peppermint dark chocolate indulgence! Witness the love for chocolate in it...

14/02/2024

✨THE VA EMBRACING TECHNOLOGY FOR HER CLIENTS - IS AI THE FUTURE?✨

📢Welcome to the next episode of Big Little Business podcast 📢

In this fantastic episode of the BLB podcast we sat and chatted with Kathryn Selvey the owner of OFFICE BOSS - an Essex based Virtual Assistant.

Having spent years working as a PA for corporate businesses, Kathryn now juggles being a mum with running her own VA business, which can be quite demanding.

Focusing on working with tradesmen such as chippies, electricians, brickies and the like, she is now embracing Artificial Intelligence and other software platforms to streamline her business. She has a growth plan, and is focused on her goals, will AI be the answer?

As you know we can't grow and help others without your support, so please comment, like and share with others, it makes a massive difference.

Thank you C&P 🙏

You can listen to the episode here https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/biglittlebusinesspodcast/episodes/EPISODE-10--THE-VA-EMBRACING-TECHNOLOGY-FOR-HER-CLIENTS--KATHRYN-SELVEY--OFFICE-BOSS-e2fo80r

The Big Little Business Podcast. Hiring new staff in the current climate can be costly, and time consuming, in this BLB episode we sat and chatted with Kathryn Selvey, an Essex based VA who, using her experience in previous careers, has set up her own Virtual Assistant business, and is helping small...

12/02/2024

BUSTED!!

We were supposed to be recording a catch up video, Charlie had other ideas.....

You can watch the video here: https://youtube.com/shorts/72JuL9qH_NY?feature=share

Ever been caught enjoying a secret chocolate treat? 🍫 Dive into this hilarious moment where a sweet craving leads to a sneaky chocolate escapade! Watch as t...

12/02/2024

✨Virtual Assistant Secrets Unveiled✨🤫

Hi everyone, here's a preview of our conversation with Kathryn Selvey an Essex based VA.

Much like most of us trying to run a business, we also have a kids and a house to manage too, Kathryn is no different, so she had to think smart, and embraced new technologies such as AI to help streamline her business.

Full episode will be released this Wednesday, don't miss it!

You can watch this snippet here: https://youtube.com/shorts/-mKMiez4mFs?feature=share

Unlock the power of artificial intelligence in your business with our quick guide on Zoho Suite Vault! Learn how embracing technology can elevate your client...

12/02/2024

We are both massive fans of chocolate, here's Charlie tucking into a cracking bar of Sea salt and caramel

11/02/2024

It's the Big Little Business SUNDAY BOOK CLUB. 📖

Each week we recommend a book that will help small business owners and start ups in succeeding in business.

This week's must read book is 'A Leader's Guide To Managing People' by Mike Brent.

🚀 Coaching, motivating, team building and influencing are all essential tools for getting the most out of the people around you. Commonly described as ‘soft skills’, there’s nothing soft about the impact they will have on your business performance.

This book is your toolkit for managing yourself, facilitating team performance and surviving and thriving in times of change.. 📚✨

Being a great leader is not just about creating a successful business, it's about creating and building a great team, this book will give you all the tips and ideas you should follow.

We'd love to know what you thought too, so comment below or send us an email - we can't wait to hear from you.

You can purchase the book here https://amzn.to/49b6Qdi

The Leader's Guide to Managing People: How to Use Soft Skills to Get Hard Results

10/02/2024

📚✨ Discover the Magic Behind The Book Nook ': A Bookstore with a Heart ✨📚

Ever wondered what happens when a scientist's love for books turns into a heartwarming journey of entrepreneurship? Join us as we dive into the enchanting story of Sara, a former science teacher who transformed her dream into a bustling community hub - 'The Book Nook' bookstore. 🌟

👉 Watch the full story here: https://youtu.be/WZhZ1a4SFLo

What's Inside:
Sara's Leap of Faith: From the classroom to the heart of Tsbury, discover the story of passion and perseverance.

A Community's Living Room: Learn how 'The Book Nook' became more than just a bookstore, fostering a space for workshops, book clubs, and warm cups of tea.

Books & Beyond: Explore the curated selection of tales, from science adventures to timeless classics, each book handpicked by Sara herself.

Crafting Stories: Dive into unique initiatives like book recycling workshops, where well-loved pages find new life.

Why You Can't Miss This:
Be inspired by Sara's journey and the transformative power of following your dreams.

Discover the essence of community spirit and the impact of local businesses.

Get insights into the delicate art of balancing personal passions with entrepreneurial challenges.

Join the 'The Book Nook' Community:

📣 Share your thoughts in the comments: What book has impacted your life?
💖 Like and share this post to support this fantastic local bookstores and the stories they hold.
📚 Follow them for updates on events, workshops, and new arrivals!



👉 Don't forget to watch, like, and share! Let's spread the love for books far and wide.

Dive into the heartwarming story of Sara, a former science teacher who turned her dream into reality by opening a unique bookstore in Tollesbury. "From Atoms...

09/02/2024

Every week we will be supporting a local business in our new feature called 📢FRIDAY FOCUS. 📢

We will have the company name sharing our banner for a week and promote their business for the day.

This week we focus on P T Weston - Personal Trainer a Maldon based personal trainer 🏋️‍♀️who specialises in helping 35 to 65 years old men and women in losing weight, toning up and getting in shape.

Paul uses his knowledge and experience to provide bespoke personalised training programs to suit the individual which are guaranteed to get results!

Contact him now to get your fitness journey started. 💪

It would be great if you could like, share and spread the word, you'd be amazed how much this could help.
C&P 🙏

07/02/2024

✨PAGES & PARTICLES: The story of a village bookstore and its scientist owner✨

📢Welcome to the next episode of Big Little Business podcast 📢

In this episode of the BLB podcast we sat and chatted with Sara who owns The Book Nook in Tollesbury 📖, a very quaint and welcoming bookstore serving tea, coffee and cake, with a very homely and relaxing front room vibe.

Sara went from being a science teacher in a secondary school to follow her dreams and passion of opening up The Book Nook, and with the help and buy in from the local community, she has created something truly delightful.

To find out more about Sara's lovely bookstore, search for The Book Nook on Facebook OR the.book.nook.tollesbury on Instagram.

As you know we can't grow and help others without your support, so please comment, like and share with others, it makes a massive difference.

Thank you C&P 🙏

You can listen to the episode here https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/biglittlebusinesspodcast/episodes/EPISODE-9--PAGES--PARTICLES--THE-STORY-OF-A-VILLAGE-BOOKSTORE-AND-ITS-SCIENTIST-OWNER--SARA--THE-BOOK-NOOK-e2ffj10

The Big Little Business Podcast In this episode of the BLB podcast we sat and chatted with Sara who owns The Book Nook in Tollesbury, a very quaint and welcoming bookstore serving tea, coffee and cake, with a very homely and relaxing front room vibe. Sara went from being a science teacher in a secon...

05/02/2024

🌟 Big Little Business Breakthroughs: 3 Months of Unstoppable Growth! 🌟

In just three short months, our journey with "Big Little Business" has taken us beyond our wildest dreams. We've delved deep into the stories of small businesses that are making big waves, even in the face of economic adversity. From the highs of launching a dream to the realities of navigating today's market challenges, every episode is packed with genuine, actionable insights.

📈 What We've Learned:

The sheer resilience of entrepreneurs in tough times.
Creative strategies for small business success.
The importance of community and strategic partnerships in business growth.
We're here to share these stories, offering a beacon of hope and a source of inspiration for anyone on the entrepreneurial path. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting, there's something for everyone in our podcast series.

🙏 Massive thanks to Sam Plaster and the Team at Robin Blackwater for their help to date and continued support, and also to Dan Nicholls ( on YouTube), who is our Podcast consultant - all extremely helpful and we wouldn't be where we are and where we are going on this journey without them.

💡 Let's Connect & Grow Together:

Share your own business journey and challenges.
Tell us what topics you'd like to see covered in future episodes.
Join our growing community of forward-thinking entrepreneurs.

👉 👈

You can watch the video here. https://youtu.be/g9LaFnLSDTk

Thanks C&P

In the last three months since its inception on November 22, the "Big Little Business" podcast has significantly surpassed expectations. Starting with an ide...

05/02/2024

✨Teacher to Shop Owner | Just Go For It ✨

Find out what happens when you follow your dreams and make a huge career change. Taking that first step can be hard, but you'll never know if you don't just go for it.

If you need some inspiration about making that change, then look no further, what Sara has done is truly inspiring, leaving her life long career as a teacher to opening a charming little book store was a brave move to make, however, it is so rewarding.

This little snippet is from this week's episode with the lovely Sara from The Book Nook 📖 in Tollesbury.

Full episode release later in the week, stay tuned.

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Discover how this teach decided to quit her job and open a book shop in a quaint Essex village. This inspiring video unveils the personal choices and decisio...

04/02/2024

It's the Big Little Business SUNDAY BOOK CLUB. 📖

Each week we recommend a book that will help small business owners and start ups in succeeding in business.

This week's must read book is 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear.

🚀 Transform your life one small step at a time with 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear! Dive into the world where tiny changes lead to revolutionary results. Whether it's breaking a bad habit or cultivating a good one, this book offers a proven framework for improvement. 📚✨

James Clear emphasizes the compound effects of habits and introduces concepts like the Four Laws of Behavior Change to help readers implement these strategies in their lives. The book is well-regarded for its practical advice, clear examples, and accessible writing style, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to make positive changes in their life. If you're interested in exploring how minor adjustments can lead to major outcomes, "Atomic Habits" is a highly recommended read.

Ready to change your life? Start your journey with 'Atomic Habits' and witness the power of small changes.

We'd love to know what you thought too, so comment below or send us an email - we can't wait to hear from you.

You can purchase the book here https://amzn.to/3uissp6

Atomic Habits: the life-changing million-copy #1 bestseller