"5 Things I Know Now" A Dorset Growth Hub Podcast
Welcome to 5 Things I Know Now: A DGH Podcast - the innovative and practical new series from the Dorset Growth Hub. Following on from the first two series of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast, we’re bringing an exciting spin to the format, where top business leaders share the five lessons that helped them find success. We'll be releasing a new episode every couple of weeks, and running live events alongside the episodes so be sure to keep up to date by registering your email at https://www.dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk/. Here you can also learn about more support we can provide your business including grant funding, 1-2-1 consultations and online events. On with the show...!
Episodes
52 episodes
Poole’s Growing Business Community & Standout Marketing in the Wine Sector with Fran Bridgewater & Garry James #S3E22
The art of marketing in the wine industry is a challenge when bottles look so similar, which makes this Coffee & Catchup’s lineup ideal for anyone looking to stand out.Fran Bridgewater FCIM and Garry James, CMO of FOUNDRY, both join ...
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Episode 22
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Green Funding, Coaching vs Mentorship & How to Tackle Cash Flow with Nick Gregory, Alistair Bayliss and Steve Mayell #S3E21
With an ever-changing economic landscape, any support for small businesses is absolutely vital, a huge focus for this latest Coffee & Catchup episode of The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast.Nick Gregory guides us through the latest in finan...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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The UK Shared Prosperity Fund & Find Your Space at FOUNDRY with BCP Council’s Charles Fynn & FOUNDRY’s Ema Armstrong #S3E20
Funding and friends are invaluable assets to any small business, and in this episode of The Dorset Growth Hub Podcast, we’re focusing on boosting finances and building a community.Recorded at our Coffee & Catch Up event in July, Stev...
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Episode 20
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The Power of Stretch Goals and Tackling the Talent Market with Tru Talent Founder, Toni Taylor and Executive Coach, Maggie Lawrie #S3E19
Moving forwards and having the right people on your team are two elements of every business’ dream, and between Maggie Lawrie & Toni Taylor, we have two of the most comprehensive answers.Being an Executive Coach with MLA Internationa...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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Taking on TikTok, Poole BID’s New Initiatives & the 3 Top Business Issues Right Now with Jacqui Rock, Michelle Haslam & Steve Mayell #S3E18
Funding, staff and marketing: a holy trinity which covers most top-of-mind issues for businesses right now, all of which are better tackled together.As we convene for another wonderful Coffee & Catchup event, this week Jacqui Rock sh...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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Beating the Budget, Finding Funding & the Power of Podcasting with SWIG Finance Business Lending Manager, Steve Mayell and Co-Founder & MD of Podcast Labs, Kelly Butler #S3E17
With the recent budget, finance and investment are top of mind for businesses traversing the challenges of 2023.Whether you’re looking for a loan away from the high street banks, or a new way to create business connections, we’ve got you...
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Episode 17
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Where to Find New Funding & How to Enable International Growth: Live Business Breakfast with British Business Bank’s Ed Tellwright, and Founder of Street Agency, Katie Street #S3E16
The money available for businesses now might not have decreased materially, but the hurdles to securing that funding are certainly larger than they once were.Looking in the right place is key to finding finance for your business at such ...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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57:27
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Reimagining the Dolphin Centre & Mastering Your Marketing; Coffee & Catchup with Foundry’s Adam Walker and Uprated’s John Darch #S3E15
Much of the media may be awash with dour predictions for the economy, but as business owners there’s plenty to do, and new initiatives to be excited about in the BCP area.At last month’s Coffee & Catchup, we were joined by the Co-Fou...
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Episode 15
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Maintaining Businesses’ Mental Wellbeing & Finding Future Funding; Coffee & Catch Up with Dorset Mind's Marie-Clare Gale #S3E14
The only certainty in 2023 is some degree of uncertainty, so as we wrap up the year it’s a vital time to protect the health of both your business, and yourself.Whether you’re looking for sources of funding to keep up the cash flow, or me...
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Episode 14
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Tackling Uncertainty and Caring for Your Team; Coffee & Catch Up with Elizabeth McCormick, Debbie Greenwood, Andy Headington & Steve Bulley #S3E13
The past month has proven to be most uncertain, but if you owned a business at the start of the pandemic and it’s still running, then you have the tools to tackle the bumpy road ahead.From staying on top of accounts to keeping your staff...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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Tips to Overcome Inflation, Recession & The Energy Crisis: Coffee & Catchup with Low Carbon Dorset’s Heather Kiel, Barclays’ Danny Jones & Dorset Business Mentors’ Charles King #S3E12
Welcome back to Coffee & Catchup! September marks the grand return of the hugely popular live online events hosted by Dorset Growth Hub’s Nick Gregory, answering questions and offering advice to hundreds of local businesses.With an e...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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Co-Founder & Creative Director of The Happy Blossoms; Lauren Hooper #S3E11
Business ownership is no easy task, so saving your energy to tackle what really matters is absolutely vital for The Happy Blossoms Co-Founder, Lauren Hooper.We’ve another wonderful episode of the 5 Things I Know Now recorded at We Are F_...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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Author & Food Blogger; James Wythe #S3E10
Regardless of your industry, small businesses are all forced to become social media experts to some extent, so how do you beat the algorithm and gain a following?James Wythe’s blog, Healthy Living James, is a great example of how to put ...
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Episode 10
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Cyberpsychologist & Founder of Cybercology; Carolyn Freeman #S3E9
Productivity in a digital age is a hot topic, with hybrid workplaces creating opportunities to take advantage of technology - but it’s not without its caveats to look out for…Carolyn Freeman’s background in marketing followed by a career...
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Episode 9
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51:23
Founder of Aspirin Business Solutions; Susannah Brade-Waring #S3E8
Whether it’s putting faith in yourself or believing in your team, the power of confidence can truly bring the best out of your business.It takes a great deal of confidence to set up a business in the midst of uncertainty, but Susannah Br...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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48:39
Owner of The Embroidery Barn; Rosie Lees #S3E7
Building a business from scratch presents common pitfalls that many have learned to avoid, but there’s a unique set of challenges and pressures that come with taking the wheel of a brand with a lengthy history.Rosie Lees has been at the ...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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36:57
Portfolio Finance Director; Andy Brown #S3E6
Although we’re firmly within the world of business, it’s important not to forget the human element behind it all, and the personal values that stand to help us all to make better connections.Andy Brown, a part-time FD/CFO and Founder of ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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50:34
Brogan Tate; Digital Content Creator #S3E5
The digital landscape is ever-changing, so to stay at its precipice it’s vital to step out of your comfort zone. Whether by choice or by necessity, accomplished Digital Content Creator Brogan Tate has taken that leap to diversify the videos she...
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Episode 5
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30:24
Head of Marketing at Passenger, Matt Lawrence & Corporate Partnership Fundraiser with Lewis-Manning Hospice Care, Nicki Cluley #S3E4
The marketing landscape is worlds away from where it was at the turn of the millennium, so for Matt Lawrence (who graduated with a degree in business & marketing in 2000) to stay on top of his game as Head of Marketing with Passenger, consi...
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Episode 4
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58:42
Owner of Blink Lettering; Milly Withers #S3E3
The beauty behind Blink Lettering’s captivating calligraphy is the passionate Milly Withers, an aspirational young business owner applying her design skills in a variety of aesthetic applications.As it happens, variety is one of the 5 ke...
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Episode 3
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38:49
Founder of Founders; Nathan Roach #S3E2
Welcome back to 5 Things I Know Now: the latest podcast series from Dorset Growth Hub!Condensing the spirit behind Nathan Roach’s successful route into business ownership down to just 5 tips is a difficult task, especially for someone wh...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:14:53
Dorset Growth Hub; Nick Gregory, Mary Lloyd & Rich Burn #S3E1
Welcome to 5 Things I Know Now: A DGH Podcast - the innovative and practical new series from the Dorset Growth Hub. Following on from the first two series of The Dorset Growth Hub podcast, we’re bringing an exciting spin to the format, where to...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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Forging the Future of Hybrid Events with Founder of We Are The Media, Mark Masters #S2E13
We’re all tired of hearing how tired we are of Zoom events by now - 2021 is the year that events change forever. Whether you’re together in an auditorium or halfway round the globe, Mark Masters’ vision is to craft an experience that’s equally ...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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36:58
60 Years of Lava Lamp Innovation with Owner of Mathmos, Cressida Granger #S2E12
The lava lamp is a legendary product that, while recognisable when compared with its original 1963 design, has continued to be iterated upon throughout its illustrious history. Who better to divulge how such a long-standing business like Mathmo...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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19:34
Revolutionising the Marine Technology Sector with Head of Commercial at Actisense, Justin Cohen #S2E11
If there’s one thing businesses can do to extend a product life cycle, it’s innovate. Whether it be small and iterative, or a massive shift to expand your service offering, it pays to be ahead of the game on fresh developments in your sector.
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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