The BEESPACE Podcast

In this candid solo episode, Jade opens up about a topic that's affecting more business owners than we realise, burnout. After experiencing severe burnout herself back in 2017, Jade shares the warning signs she missed and the practical strategies that helped her recover and create more sustainable systems.

When you're in the thick of juggling multiple businesses, client demands, and personal responsibilities, the line between 'bu...

In this solo episode of The BEESPACE Podcast, Jade pulls back the curtain on the raw, honest conversations happening inside her Business & Property Mastermind program.

From cash-flow struggles and the loneliness of business ownership, to knowing when to sell assets and exit a business, Jade shares the unfiltered realities that a lot of successful business owners out there face, but rarely discuss publicly.

She offers a glimpse ...

In this episode of The Beespace Podcast, host Jade McNeil sits down with special guest Andy Graham, a property developer and entrepreneur who shares his journey from physiotherapist to successful property developer!

From a life-changing thyroid cancer diagnosis at 26 that pushed him to take bigger risks, to building a diverse business portfolio spanning HMOs, developments, and a leading online education platform, Andy shares how he...

In this special 1st-anniversary episode of The BEESPACE Podcast, we're joined by Dale Wild, founder of Landlord Furniture Co., and our lovely podcast sponsor.

From his military background to surviving an arson attack that could have ended everything, Dale shares the raw, unfiltered story of how he built Landlord Furniture Co. from nothing into the leading property furniture powerhouse it is today.

We talk through the early days of ...

In this episode of The BEESPACE Podcast, we're joined by Charlene Turkington from BUNKR, a Northern Ireland-based interior design studio transforming Belfast's rental landscape with unapologetically bold designs.

From flipping houses in Yorkshire while juggling a newborn, to launching a design-led business that's challenging every beige property i...

Today we're joined by Charlotte from Roost, an interior design studio transforming the face of property development.

From humble DIY beginnings on Instagram to running a thriving design agency, Charlotte shares how she's built a business that's reshaping how developers think about design.

We talk about wh...

In this episode of The Beespace Podcast, Jade catches up with her good friend Craig Sullivan (aka. The Property Apprentice) for a seriously meaty chat about what's really going on in the property world right now, especially when it comes to landlord rights.

Craig drops some major truth bombs about: • The Renters' Rights Bill and why it's freaking everyone out (spoiler: it's worse than we thought!) • Why he's deliberately pumped the...

In this episode of The BEESPACE Podcast, Jade sits down with property developer Shally Singh, who shares her journey from working seven-day retail weeks to building a thriving property business in the heart of Bristol.

Shally opens up about her transition from Laura Ashley's merchandising department to property development, driven by the desire to...

Happy New Year! In our first episode of 2025, Jade reunites with Saam Lowni to chat about their recently announced venture – Elevate To Eight, an exciting business and property mastermind program launching in London this year.

Together, they share their vision for creating this unique mastermind experience, which will kick off at the iconic Hoxton Hotel in London's vibrant Shoreditch district. 

Saam shares his connections to East ...

In this solo episode, Jade offers a reflective year-end review as 2024 comes to a close. She reflects on her personal and professional growth throughout 2024, sharing valuable lessons from both triumphs and challenges. She discusses her journey in property development, including navigating complex projects like BEE21 and RUBEE33, and the importance of strategic thinking and resilience. Jade also highlights the revitalization of her...

In this episode of The Beespace Podcast, Jade sits down with Tracey, founder of Pocket Watch Assistant, to explore how virtual assistance can transform property management and business operations.

Tracey shares her journey from corporate burnout to successful entrepreneur, growing Pocket Watch from just 4 client hours per week to a thriving business with 12 virtual assistants serving 23 clients across 400+ monthly hours. The conve...

In this episode of The Beespace Podcast, Jade sits down with Saam Lowni, an experienced property professional and Founder of Merryoaks Property Finance, to discuss the current state of the UK property market and investment landscape.

Together, they explore:

• The evolution of the property market since 2015

• The recent challenges of property investment and development

• Impact of political changes and Labour gover...

In this slightly shorter episode of The Beespace Podcast, Jade invites listeners backstage to her recent one-to-one client day.

She discusses the unexpected power and productivity of these face-to-face meetups, and shares the kinds of conversations and troubleshooting topics that normally go down with her mentees.

Jade gets real about how this new feature - originally not part of her mentorship program - has blown her away. She tal...

In this episode of The Beespace Podcast, Jade sits down with an inspiring female entrepreneur with a "go big or go home" mindset, Emma Estill of Stylish Living.

Together they explore the brand evolution of Stylish Living over time, and how the latest rebrand is set to impact her business growth. Inspired by vintage Palm Springs and Beverly Hills, Emma’s new brand incorporates quirky patterns with an Ibizan boho organic twist. By b...

Join Jade McNeil in this slightly controversial episode of The Beespace Podcast.

In this episode, Jade tackles a relatively unspoken about issue in the property development world – copycat designs and intellectual property theft.

From design imitation to brand rip-offs, nothing is off-limits as Jade exposes the copycats and discusses the damaging effects of these questionable practices.

Jade talks about:

• Real-lif...

In this episode of The BEESPACE Podcast, Jade McNeil sits down with Jess Leader, founder of Next Level Living and SureStay Group.

Jess shares her journey from the stressful world of corporate marketing to property development, talking through:

• Her transition into property development and how she built a successful HMO (House in Multiple Occupation) business
• The recent business pivot to social impact housing, providing homes for...

In this episode of The Beespace Podcast, Jade chats with Sonika Kudhail, founder of Identity Places, to discuss her journey into property development and HMO creation.

Sonika shares her transition from teaching to property, sharing how she overcame challenges to complete her first 5-bed HMO project in the West Midlands.

Together, Jade and Sonika go over:

• Balancing family life with a new business venture
• The importance of mentor...

Summer is in full swing, and if your house is anything like mine, it’s buzzing with energy (and maybe a bit of chaos) because school is officially out.

Ever feel like you’re walking a tightrope between sending emails and meeting snack time demands? You’re definitely not alone. In this special bonus episode of The Beespace Podcast, I wanted to chat about the nitty-gritty of what it means to balance your busy self-employed work lif...

Feeling stuck in the day job? Craving more from life than the traditional 9-5 grind, longing for extra time with your family, or dreaming of the flexibility to travel? Transitioning from a corporate role into the world of property can seem really daunting from the outside, but it doesn’t have to be an impossible task!

On The BEESPACE Podcast this week, we sit down with Laura Ackers, owner of Manchest-based property development co...