In this twenty-second episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Amy Robinson – a Beauty Business Owner and Educator who has built her business from the ground up, starting in her mum’s kitchen and growing into a thriving beauty space and educator brand known for empowerment, confidence and connection.

Amy’s story is one of resilience, persistence and transformation. From childhood challenges and overcoming bullying, to carving out her own path in the beauty industry, her journey highlights the power of turning pain into purpose. Today, Amy isn’t just shaping brows - she’s shaping confidence, creating safe spaces and proving that boundaries are just as important as beauty in business.

In this conversation, Alex and Amy explore:

• How Amy turned early challenges into a successful beauty career

• The lessons she learned starting out from her mum’s kitchen

• Why creating a safe, welcoming space is the heart of her work

• The role of boundaries and policies in building a sustainable business

• Practical advice for new entrepreneurs about persistence and self-focus

• The empowering impact of helping clients see themselves differently

Whether you’re in the beauty industry, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply someone looking for inspiration to keep going, Amy’s story is proof that small beginnings can grow into something powerful when paired with persistence, boundaries and a focus on what really matters.

Timestamps [00:00] Introduction: Alex welcomes Amy to the podcast [01:30] Childhood challenges and early influences [05:00] Starting out in the beauty industry [07:00] The decision to specialise in brows [10:00] From mum’s kitchen to opening her own salon [15:00] Creating a safe space and building client confidence [20:00] Comparison, boundaries, and lessons learned [25:00] Personal growth, coaching, and reflection [30:00] Amy’s advice for new entrepreneurs [32:00] Vision for the future and empowering through beauty

Key Highlights

• The transition from working at her mum’s kitchen table to running her own thriving salon

• Why confidence and boundaries are essential in business

• How creating safe spaces helps clients feel seen and empowered

• Amy’s advice for persistence, self-focus and growth as a new entrepreneur

Connect with Amy Instagram: @ajrglamour

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In this twenty-first episode of My Kind of Business Alex is joined by Anna Botley – a coach, yoga teacher, and space-holder who helps women stop people-pleasing, speak their truth, and rebuild their relationships from the inside out through embodied presence, nervous system work, and everyday self-respect.

Anna’s story is one of self-discovery, resilience, and redefining success. From early jobs that didn’t quite fit, to earning a biomedical degree, to finding the emotional connection and transformation of yoga, Anna’s journey is full of trial, error, and powerful lessons. She opens up about navigating the challenges of long COVID, overcoming self-doubt and comparison, and building a business that prioritises alignment, well-being, and authenticity.

In this conversation, Alex and Anna explore:

• The real differences between coaching and therapy in personal growth

• How to create a business that works with your values and lifestyle

• Why success is about grounded truth, not just financial milestones

• Practical advice for new entrepreneurs starting their journey

• The mindset shifts that help you show up as your authentic self

Whether you’re a business owner, yoga enthusiast, aspiring coach, or someone navigating your own path of personal growth, this episode will inspire you to define success on your own terms and trust that the smallest shifts can lead to the biggest transformations.

Timestamps

[00:00] Introduction: Alex welcomes Anna to the podcast [00:50] Early Career Exploration & realising 9–5 wasn’t for her [10:15] Discovering coaching and yoga [20:30] Coaching vs. Therapy – key differences [30:45] Overcoming self-doubt and comparison [40:00] Defining success on your own terms [50:15] Advice for new entrepreneurs [55:00] Final reflections and what’s next

Key Highlights

• Anna’s inspiring journey from uncertainty to a fulfilling career in coaching and yoga

• The emotional transformation she experienced through yoga

• Insights into coaching vs. therapy and how each supports growth

• Navigating long COVID while building a values-led business

• Redefining success to prioritise joy, alignment, and personal fulfilment

Connect with Anna Instagram: @annabotley

Connect with Alex Book a free Business Connection Networking Session: alexmccarthycoaching.as.me/businessconnectionsession Instagram: @alexmccarthycoaching Website: alexmccarthycoaching.com

In this twentieth episode of My Kind of Business, Alex is joined by Tia Harris – a Shropshire-based mum, coach and creator of The Motherhood Shift.

Tia shares her powerful journey from corporate leadership into the world of coaching, where she now supports women in one of the most transformative seasons of life: motherhood.

They explore how her childhood experiences shaped her business decisions, what it took to step away from a successful career, and how becoming a mum cracked her wide open to a new way of living and working. Tia is passionate about helping women redefine who they are, without shame or pressure to “bounce back” – and this conversation is full of warmth, honesty and inspiration.

If you’re navigating change, growing a business alongside motherhood, or craving a deeper sense of self-connection – this episode is for you.

[00:00] Introduction: Alex welcomes Tia to the podcast [01:30] Childhood Influence: How Tia's early life shaped her path [05:00] From Corporate to Coaching: What sparked the shift [10:00] Balancing Business & Motherhood [15:00] Redefining Success [20:00] Leading with Authenticity and Integrity [25:00] Creating The Motherhood Shift & supporting other women [30:00] Final Reflections and What’s Next

• Tia’s bold transition from corporate leadership into coaching

• The role of childhood in shaping her identity and values

• The emotional and practical challenges of starting a business as a new mum

• Redefining success to include joy, self-trust, and authenticity

• Why mental well-being and identity work are at the heart of The Motherhood Shift

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Website: alexmccarthycoaching.com