BluSky Podcast

Two Pints of lager and a spreadsheet

Every entrepreneur, business owner and businessperson has a back story. Join us as we chat with inspiring individuals and successful business owners who tell us theirs.

Ep.61 Ellen Hedley, David Broom, Rachel McBryde on the Importance of Storytelling

Three North East founders share how storytelling builds connection, confidence and culture, at any stage of the business journey.

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Ep.60 Adrian O’Connell, Gary Smith, Nick Gray, Breaking Down Tax Advice Myths

Listen as tax experts bust myths and share must-know advice for founders planning to grow, fundraise, or exit.

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Ep.59 Clare Blunt, Sarah Thackray & Mandy Barker – Purpose, Profit & Building A Better Business

We cover leading with purpose, and the strength it takes to challenge the norm.

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Ep.58 Gill Hunter, Dave Gibson, Elaine Stroud – What we’ve learned running a podcast

If you're thinking about starting a podcast, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways and useful insights from business leaders.

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Ep.57 Jean-Michel Chalayer, the value of adaptability and MVPs

We explore the link between growing up multilingual and thriving in the world of business. We also delve into the importance of empathy.

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Ep.56 Alistair McLeod, technology is nothing without a problem to solve

Hear about Alistair McLeod's journey as a programmer, from joining Sage in the early days to launching his own consultancy business.

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Ep.55 Ross Latta, Enterprise Resource Planning, NetSuite and AI

You’ll hear us discuss the FinTech space, NetSuite consultancy, and ERP implementations.

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Ep.54 Tom Hebden and Jodie Pepper, embracing the journey and living your purpose

Tom and Jodie tell us why they launched their personal growth and wellness business.

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Ep.53 Andy Cristin, finding your niche

You’ll hear us discuss topics including how being niche can help you, setting up a successful business, and exiting your business.

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Ep.52 Gill Hunter, what’s the worst that could happen?

We chat through Gill’s career, from studying geography, to becoming one of the North East’s first tech lawyers.

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Ep.51 Jessica Williams, sales, grit and determination

You'll hear us discuss a whole range of topics including, sales psychology, building relationships and business leadership.

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Ep.50 Katrina Appleyard, making better decisions for future generations

Together we cover the importance of making better decisions. Along with why climate education and a hands on approach is needed.

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