In this episode, we are joined by Ruth Bradford, the owner of The Little Black and White Book Project and The Paper Mentor. We discuss how to take the fear out of setting up a product business without outsourcing.

Ruth shares her journey from launching her baby sensory business to creating a resource library for aspiring product business owners.

We cover crucial steps for new entrepreneurs, like understanding company structure, trademarks, web domains, and pricing strategies.

This conversation emphasises the importance of taking time to plan and research in order to build a sustainable business.

Key Takeaways:

• Ruth's Business Journey
• Starting a Product Business: Key Considerations
• DIY Business Setup: Feasibility and Tips
• The Reality of Business Success
• Creative Minds in Business
• The Myth of Overnight Success

Links:

Ruth Bradford

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradfordruth

Website: https://blackandwhitebookproject.com/

Pink Leopard

www.pinkleopard.co.uk

In this episode, we are joined by Iain Coplans, Co-Founder and Managing Director at Stok.ly Ltd.

We talk about the importance of simplifying your tech stack, automating tasks, and scaling efficiently. It highlights how businesses often face issues with multiple software pieces that do not integrate well, leading to inefficiency and additional manual work.

Simplifying your tech stack can enhance efficiency, allowing more tasks to be accomplished with the same or fewer resources, ultimately reducing costs.

Tune in to learn how you can simplify, automate, and scale your eCommerce business for long-term growth and success.

Key Takeaways:

• How to Scale Your eCommerce Operations: Simplify, Automate, and Scale
• The Importance of Simplification
• The Power of Automation
• Strategic Scaling
• Benefits of Simplifying Your Tech Stack
• Efficiency and Cost Reduction

Links:

Iain Coplans

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iain-coplans-a8639a17/

Company Website: https://www.stok.ly/

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Pink Leopard

www.pinkleopard.co.uk

In this episode, we are joined by Fallon and Ava King, co-founders of the luxury turtleneck brand Fallon and Ava, who have mastered the art of blending online business with in-person customer engagement. We delve into the secrets behind successful e-commerce stores.

We discuss the importance of hosting in-person events to connect with customers, offering insights into the types of events they've hosted, challenges faced, and tips for success.

They emphasise the significance of staying true to brand values and share practical advice for making events impactful, even on a budget.

This episode provides invaluable insights into how hosting events can significantly impact brand awareness, customer loyalty, and sales.

Key Takeaways:

• The Perfect Turtleneck Journey
• Hosting in-person events
• The Power of Personal Connections
• Event types and their purposes
• Tips for Planning Successful Events - Even on a budget

Links:

Connect with: Fallon & Ava

Website: https://fallonandava.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fallonandava

Pink Leopard

www.pinkleopard.co.uk