Welcome to the Real Talk Podcast – the no-filter space where business besties gather for honest conversations about mindset, entrepreneurship, growth, and navigating real life as ambitious women.
In this juicy episode, we’re asking a BIG question: Are you a course junkie? The conversation gets real as we unpack the difference between intentional investing in your personal and professional development… and falling into the trap of shiny object syndrome, endless courses, and avoiding the hard stuff.
From coaching vs mentoring, building sustainable businesses, to overcoming imposter syndrome, this episode covers it all. We share our honest stories about spending thousands on online courses, building personal brands, managing burnout, hitting income ceilings – and how to decide what your business truly needs.
Plus, we kick things off with a laugh-out-loud catch-up on cinema snack fails, egg sandwiches, magnetic lashes, cowboy romance novels, and whether it’s time we all just hired a cleaner. It’s the behind-the-scenes banter and bold business truths you’ve been craving.
How to know if you're stuck in a course consumption cycle vs. strategic investing
The difference between coaches vs mentors and which one you really need right now
Why we sometimes look outside ourselves for validation (and how to stop)
How hiring a team can unlock time and reduce burnout
What to consider when naming your business – personal brand vs brand name
Why implementation beats information every time
How to spot fear-based decisions around money and investing
Our most ridiculous purchases from TikTok (spoiler: magnetic eyelashes and vegetable choppers!)
This one is especially for Female entrepreneurs, service-based business owners, coaches, consultants, founders, creatives, online course creators, and ambitious professionals ready to step into their next level with clarity, confidence, and less chaos.
MEET YOUR HOSTS
Hayley Appleby-Burtt – Branding expert, designer & creative genius. Founder of Orange Lamb. Loves a dance floor moment.
Lorraine Lewis MBA – Award-winning speaker, charity founder & business leader. CEO of The Lewis Foundation, ex-lawyer, and adrenaline junkie.
Siobhan Mears – Multi-entrepreneur, business strategist & mentor. Founder of The Mears Collective & Elevate Base. Mindset queen & wellness advocate.
Pippa Savory – Leadership coach, wellness enthusiast & adventure seeker. Interior design lover & nature-obsessed entrepreneur.
Together, they’re bringing you REAL conversations about business, success, mindset, and life.
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