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Starting the Conversation
Tune in to hear from Alice Benham - strategist, speaker and best-selling author - as she debunks what it takes to grow, normalises the messy middle and documents her journey with transparency. Come for the actionable insights, stay for the reminder that you're not alone.
Episodes
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How Faye broke a growth plateau by scaling her visibility and client bookings
Faye has been in business for 17 years(!) and for the last few, has felt her growth begin to slow. This year, she's been working ON her business to get out of…
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How Rachel hit her 2026 revenue target by JUNE & hit record breaking sales
Rachel entered this year ready to focus on business growth after a pivot in 2025. And it's safe to say, she achieved that growth and then some! Tune in to…
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You've hit a plateau, now what? How to kickstart your growth (394)
If your growth has slowed, or you're wondering where to take your business next - this episode is for you. Tune in to reflect on why you feel stagnant, how to…
Starting the ConversationWhy you hate your business, and how to make it work for YOU (393)
Ever feel like your business is working for everyone but you? This episode is for you. Let's unpack why you're feeling unfulfilled in your business and what it…
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Want more consistent and steady results? These 6 steps will unlock it (392)
If your business growth feels like a constant cycle of busy months, quiet months and wondering what's coming next, this episode is for you. Over 60% of…
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5 reasons my content was failing and how I fixed the strategy (391)
If your marketing isn't as consistent, strategic or effective as you'd like, then this is the episode for you. I'm breaking down exactly why my content was…
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How I hit £100,000 profit last year - 7 steps to increase profit, not revenue (390)
There's a lot of noise online about hitting 6 figures in revenue, but last year I hit a milestone that gets a lot less airtime - £100,000 in profit. Since my…
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School drop-out to 17 year old entrepreneur - my business story (389)
In almost 400 podcast episodes I've told a lot of other peoples' business stories, but never my own. Until today. I love hearing peoples origin stories. It's…
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Post-summer reset: how to get the back to school energy in your business (388)
Remember that feeling of a new pencil case, a blank notebook and a completely clean slate? That's the exact energy we're bringing into our businesses this…
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How to take a month off without your business falling apart (387)
Can you actually take a full month off from running a business? I've taken every August off since 2020. I know that might sound a bit crazy depending on where…
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How I fully switch off and keep evenings, weekends and holidays work-free (386)
Struggle to switch off in the evenings, at weekends or for a holiday? As business owners, it can often feel hard to put boundaries in place which prevent work…
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How I survive during a busy period (without burning out) (385)
I am busier than I've been in a long time..! Between back-to-back launches, brand partnerships, and traveling for work, my capacity has been tested. Being busy…
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4 steps to maximise your financial growth in your business (384)
We talk a lot about how to make more money, but what happens next? For a lot of us, the honest answer is nothing - we just let it sit in our bank account…
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Set mid-year goals you'll actually achieve in 5 proven steps (383)
Has this year run away with you? With just 6 months left before 2027, today we're sitting down to discuss how to set midyear goals that you'll actually…
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4 habits my successful clients never skip (382)
Want a glimpse into the workings of a successful business? As a strategist, I work with hundreds of different entrepreneurs, every single year. What comes with…
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Why you're overwhelmed - and the 5 steps to fix it (381)
Feeling overwhelmed by lists, goals and ideas? This episode is for you. I'm exploring the 5 causes of your overwhelm, and how to effectively do something about…
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50% into 2026 - how to keep up growth and momentum (380)
Don't lose momentum - here's five ways to continue your growth as we enter the second half of 2026. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments! As…
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How to turn your year around … 3 steps to kickstart growth (379)
It's nearly the middle of 2026... and with that comes an opportunity to step back and realign. Whether your year so far has been full of highs, lows or a blend…
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3 actions to drive revenue and sales this week (378)
Want to increase your revenue today? You're in the right place. This episode shares 3 things that you can implement immediately which will help you to see…
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I'm closing my business... failure or strategic decision? (377)
Saying no, or ending something, is one of the hardest things we can do in business. But as this episode will unpack, it's also one of the most powerful ways…
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Why most business strategies fail - and how to avoid these mistakes (376)
It's all good making a strategy, but how do you ensure it isn't a waste of time? In last weeks episode (listen here), I shared exactly how I overhaul a…
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How I overhauled my business strategy and treated myself like a client (375)
After having a little bit of a crisis post returning from travelling last month (listen to that episode here), I thought it was the right time to overhaul my…
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If I started over in business, these are the 6 things I'd do ... (374)
What would you do if you had to start your business all over again? In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly what I'd do if I had to start my business from…
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How I'm growing my audience - 4 practical steps to follow (373)
Want to grow your following? While I don't believe your follower count should define your success in business, there's no denying that growing your audience…
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Business breakdown: why everything went wrong and my plan to fix it! (372)
Have you ever felt like your business is starting to fall apart? In this episode, I'm opening up about a crisis I didn't see coming. I break down what went…
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How I find motivation and take consistent action - how to get out of a funk (ep 371)
How do you get out of a funk? Today, I'm exploring how lasting change really works through the loop of action → result → identity. This episode covers how to…
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Birthday episode - 7 strategies I've used to scale in the last year (ep 370)
What has actually grown my business over the past 12 months? Today we're talking about refining my team structure and giving clearer direction, to investing in…
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Reflecting on my month away - challenges, lessons & would I do it again? (ep 369)
What happens to your business when you work remotely for a month? In this episode, I'm reflecting on my recent time away - the highs, the unexpected challenges…
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Running my business in an 8 hour time difference - pros, cons & how I've made it work (ep 368)
What is it like to run a business with an 8-hour time difference? Today I'm sharing how I've adapted my schedule, navigated communication differently and…
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Working from Australia & Bali - highs, lows & lessons so far (2 weeks in!) (ep 367)
Wanting to work remotely but not sure how? It's been two weeks since I started my trip working from Australia and Bali for a month. In this week's episode, I…
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7 business investments that fuelled my growth ... (ep 366)
These 7 purchases have grown my business in ways you might not expect… tune in to hear the purchases I've made which have helped me scale my income and impact…
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How I'm working from Bali for a month, with my business still running (ep 365)
Dream of the digital nomad life? I'm working from Bali for a month, whilst still running my business - and in this episode I'm breaking down the practical…
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My 2026 vision (ep 364)
In this episode, we dive into creating clarity for the year ahead by walking through my 2026 vision board. I'm sharing the themes, intentions, and…
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Should you start a podcast in 2026? (ep 363)
This episode marks 8 years since I first pressed publish on the first ever episode of this podcast. In 2026, it begs the question - should you start a podcast?…
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Building confidence and self belief as a business owner - how I've done it (ep 362)
If you ever doubt yourself or worry you're an imposter, this episode is for you! These 4 steps may sound a little unconventional, but they're how I've built my…
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My 6 favourite boundaries as a business owner (ep 361)
I used to think boundaries were a bad thing... something that would upset clients, slow growth and harm the business. How wrong I was! Boundaries are a way of…
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How I stay patient & consistent when I'm not seeing results
The gap between action and results is a TOUGH spot to be in, but something we all need to learn to live with. Listen in for the strategies I use to stay…
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How to SCALE your impact, income & fulfilment in 2026 - 4 steps to follow
If 'scale my business' is on your 2026 goals, this is the episode for you. I've helped hundreds of business' scale their impact, income and fulfilment and…
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Feeling like a business owner, not a freelancer - how Eva did it
Doors to ON IT 2026 close in just a few days, hear Eva's story and save your space to make this year one of intentional growth -…
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Double the revenue from dream projects - how Susie did it
Doors to ON IT 2026 close in just a few days, hear Susie's story and save your space to make this year one of intentional growth -…
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Don't set 2026 goals, do THIS instead (ep 356)
January is here and with it comes an immense amount of pressure to set your goals for the year ahead... but before you rush into making a big list of your…
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My 2025 wins, challenges and lessons (ep 355)
It's time for some end of year reflections before we wrap up 2025 - curious to hear what this year has held for me and my business? Join ON IT 2026 -…
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Less 1:1 clients, more fulfilment and flexibility - how Laura did it
Tune in to hear how Laura took her established business to the next level with diverse offers and a more aligned workload. Final chance to join ON IT 2026 and…
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Idea to fully booked in 12 months - how Sophie did it
Tune in to hear how Sophie took her 2nd business from concept to reality, without the overwhelm. Join ON IT now to access the bonus 2025 review session on…
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13 new clients in 4 weeks, despite inconsistency - how Liam did it
Tune in to hear how Liam went from 'falling off the bandwagon' to quick growth. Join ON IT now to access the bonus 2025 review session on December 15th -…
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Taking the full time leap with confidence - how Caitlin did it
Tune in to hear how Caitlin left her full-time job to run her business with confidence. Join ON IT and make 2026 the year you turn your vision into action -…
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Travelling Australia with a successful business - how Chris did it
Tune in to hear how Chris went full-time, moved across the world and maintained flexibility in his business. Grow your business alongside ambitious and…
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From burnt out to sustainably scaling - how Kate did it
Tune in to hear how Kate took her already established business to the next level, making it more sustainable and efficient in the process. Join ON IT, the…
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Diverse offers, 20 person team & a strategic brand - how Mary did it
Tune in to hear how Mary took her established business to the next level of fulfilment, income & reputation. Join ON IT 2026 to stay accountable to your goals…
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6 unusual strategies behind my biggest launch EVER (ep 347)
I'm in reflection mode and ready to share some of the unexpected things that have led to this recent launch being so successful. Feeling nosey or approaching a…
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The unexpected challenges of a huge launch - 6 unseen moments (ep 346)
This launch has been record-breaking in every way, and from the outside, it's looked very shiny. Ready for a bit of reality? Tune in to hear the 6 unexpected…
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How Forbes featured me, without pitching (ep 345)
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How I got my first client, and got my business off the ground (ep 344)
Getting my first client was my biggest challenge as an early business owner - let's look back at the action that helped me find direction and create momentum…
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How I doubled my profit, without increasing revenue (Ep 343)
For years I fell into the trap of chasing the big shiny revenue numbers... until I realised what really mattered to me - Profit. In the last 2 years I've…
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How I've created work-life balance, financial reward and true fulfilment in my business (ep 342)
This time last year I was in a tough spot, noticing that whilst I was busy - my business wasn't working for ME. Feeling unfulfilled, out of control and…
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How I got a book deal without pitching for it - lucky, or strategic? (ep 341)
Last year I became a published author and I've never told the story of how that came to life... some may see it as luck, but I see it as years of strategic…
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340 | 3 actions to enter 2026 with solid foundations & clear vision
Your current action has the power to make the you of January 2026 feel clear, calm & secure. Tune in to discover the 3 steps you can take today to begin…
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339 | The most uncomfortable retreat I've been on (and why it was pivotal for me)
We hear the power 'community' talked about a lot, but I wonder if we're missing something… the most impactful part of community. Tune in to hear about the time…
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Panicking about Instagram reach? These 4 reminders are what you need to hear
If reach feels down and you're feeling freaked, this episode is for you. I've been here (many times) before and these 4 tips will help you find your calm and…
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338 | Stop ghosting your goals with my proven method - 3 steps
Hundreds of business owners use THIS method to grow with ease and turn their overwhelming ideas into action. Ready to do the same? Tune in to hear the simple 3…