In this episode of the Online Entrepreneur Academy Podcast, I have the absolute pleasure of speaking with the extraordinary Wendy Firmin Price – equine-assisted therapeutic coach, award-winning author, and fierce advocate for authenticity in life and business.

Wendy doesn’t just talk about healing and leadership - she lives it. From working with troubled teens and burnt-out entrepreneurs, to transforming trauma through the wisdom of horses, Wendy's journey is raw, real, and deeply inspiring. We talk about everything from the power of horses in emotional healing, to breaking free from perfectionism, finding your voice, and rewriting your inner story.

This conversation is soulful, surprising, and a little bit “woo”- in the best possible way. Expect insights, truth bombs with compassion, and a generous dash of humour. (Just see the book titles!!)

Websites: theheartcentreuk.com

www.HealingHeartsandMindswithHorsesCIC.org

Email: wendy@theheartcentreuk.com

Book https://theheartcentreuk.com/50-blades-of-hay/

Mobile: 07801 567850

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Welcome to this episode of the Online Entrepreneur Academy Podcast! Today I’m joined by the brilliant Nadege Minois, a solopreneur, scientist, and project management expert who supports small businesses in turning big ideas into real, finished projects.

With over two decades of international experience, Nadege brings both technical know-how and practical wisdom to the table. In this conversation, we explore the common pitfalls small businesses, in particular, face when managing projects. How to avoid chasing too many ideas, and what it takes to go from “great idea in the shower” to a finished, valuable outcome in your business. Yes, it takes planning!

We also talk about the difference between being busy and being effective, how to create systems that actually suit your working style, and why tree hugging in the Californian wilderness made it onto her dream business retreat list!

Whether you’re juggling a dozen projects or wondering where to start, this is an episode full of calm, clarity and helpful insights.

Here's how you can contact Nadege:

email: nadege@coaching-vision.com
website: https://coaching-vision.com/
Liinks card: https://www.liinks.co/coachingvision
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadege-minois-project-management-communication-consultant/

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My podcast is advert-free and jingle-free, simply put together, and hopefully demonstrates you can be working alone, keep the tech simple, and still share fabulous information.

Keeping business simple is my motto! ...Although I will at some point have some music and a jingle!!

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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpIKPhe3_SD1qNytfILNXQ
The Charity we support:
https://www.facebook.com/StKizitoPrimarySchool see the page for details

In this episode, I’m joined once more by Dr Rebecca Williams, retired GP with nearly 25 years of experience in the Scottish Borders, and the founder of Williams Stress Management. Rebecca works with individuals and organisations to reduce the impact of stress on health, life, and work with science-backed strategies and real-world wisdom.

Through workshops, webinars, and 1-to-1 sessions, Rebecca offers personalised, practical support rooted in both her medical background and a deep understanding of the human side of stress.

In our second conversation, she shares why stress isn’t a sign of weakness — it’s a biological response that can be better understood, managed, and even used to spark change.

We also explore:

• The signs many people miss when stress is building up
• How employers can create a culture of care — not crisis response
• Why small changes, done consistently, build long-term resilience

💬 Please note: No individual medical advice is given in this episode. This conversation is for general information and awareness purposes only.

Dr Williams speaks with clarity, kindness, and authority — the kind that only comes from years of helping people through both personal and professional storms.

This is a must-listen for anyone wanting to better understand stress and take back some control.

I wholeheartedly thank Dr Williams for coming back to the podcast to share insight to this very important topic.

My own take away: Stress is real and important to understand.

Link to paperback:-
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dealing-Stress-Mind-Body-Spirit/dp/1497493668
Link to audiobook:-
https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/Dealing-with-Stress-Audiobook/B0DWZ4KQ2Y

Website: https://williamsstressmanagement.co.uk
Email: rw@williamsstressmanagement.co.uk
Linkedin:

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My podcast is advert-free and jingle-free, simply put together, and hopefully demonstrates you can be working alone, keep the tech simple, and still share fabulous information.

Keeping business simple is my motto! ...Although I will at some point have some music and a jingle!!

Thank you for joining us, you'll find us here:
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The Charity we support:
https://www.facebook.com/StKizitoPrimarySchool see the page for details

This is the first in our new Midweek Mini series – shorter episodes with returning guests sharing honest insights and updates from the entrepreneurial front line.

In this bite-sized chat, I’m joined again by Kate Bodrova, co-founder of Amazy UK – a platform supporting educators to build, share, and track interactive learning content.

We talk about:

• The reality of starting a business in a new country
• Cultural challenges (and how AI helps decode politeness!)
• Why progress often takes years – and that’s okay
• Kate’s no-nonsense advice for anyone thinking about starting up

Real talk, real encouragement – and a YouTube deep-dive is on the way soon.

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My podcast is advert-free and jingle-free, simply put together, and hopefully demonstrates you can be working alone, keep the tech simple, and still share fabulous information.

Keeping business simple is my motto! ...Although I will at some point have some music and a jingle!!

Thank you for joining us, you'll find us here:
https://calendly.com/susanmaghrabi/coffee-chat Book your Complimentary Appointment

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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUpIKPhe3_SD1qNytfILNXQ
The Charity we support:
https://www.facebook.com/StKizitoPrimarySchool see the page for details

🎧 A Conversation with Sami Azem about Saving Smarter at Home

In this episode, I’m joined by entrepreneur Sami Azem, whose mission is simple but ambitious: to help UK households save money – not through gimmicks, but with smart, actionable solutions you’ve probably never heard of.

Sami is the founder of Luminiera, a new savings platform currently in beta testing. His goal? For it it become the go-to app for household savings - guiding you to everything from shower-flow regulators to tax tips, transport hacks, and energy-saving products that could shave £800–900 a year off the average family’s bills.

We talk about:

• How the idea evolved from a giant Excel spreadsheet into a sleek app
• Why "saving money" isn't just common sense – it’s an overlooked industry
• What carpooling, radiator panels, and inexpensive tech upgrades can actually save
• Building trust, testing ideas, and why personal content beats paid ads

Sami also shares solid advice for entrepreneurs, especially those bootstrapped with limited funds. His mantra? "Just start. Get it out there. "

Why now’s the time to build your idea, even if it's not perfect yet

👉 Please note: Luminiera is currently free to test, and no financial data is collected. Links to the platform and savings tips are in the show notes.

Once again a guest delivers a practical, passionate, and packed with value episode, especially if you’re looking to cut costs or build something meaningful from scratch.

Thank you Sami Azem!

You can reach Sami here

And straight to the app here at Luminiera

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My podcast is advert-free and jingle-free, simply put together, and hopefully demonstrates you can be working alone, keep the tech simple, and still share fabulous information.

Keeping business simple is my motto! ...Although I will at some point have some music and a jingle!!

Thank you for joining us, you'll find us here:
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The Charity we support:
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(Please remember there is no intention to give investment advice)

In this episode, we sit down for our second conversation with Saif, a leading Dubai property advisor, who takes us step-by-step through the Emirate’s real-estate landscape -from off-plan mechanics and escrow safeguards to the true costs of entry (think ~£204K for a one-bed plus 20% deposit and 4% DLD fee).

This episode addresses the question a first time buyer, or potential private homeowner in the UAE, will ask - and then moves onto the property investor questions and answers.

He’ll walk us through where you can do holiday lets (spoiler: it’s 95% of the market), unpack why Dubai’s yields routinely outshine London, Tokyo, or New York, and show how a data-driven mindset keeps you away from hype-fueled pitfalls.

Saif also highlights Dubai’s landlord-tenant framework—one that strikes an even balance and genuinely supports property owners—contrasting it with the UK’s more tenant-favoring system. He shares why this fairness makes Dubai such an attractive market for buy-to-let investors.

We’ll also explore game-changing projects like Marjan Island (with its soon-to-open Wynn casino) and the eco-forward Siniya development, and discover how a 750K AED ( at the time of publishing this is around £154,000) investment can even unlock a two-year residency visa. Tune in for all the inside intel—what’s hot, what to avoid, and exactly why Dubai remains one of the world’s most compelling property plays.

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Examples Saif spoke about here:

https://www.tiktok.com/@saifdxb00?_t=ZN-8vsxsKF26NC&_r=1

The Dubai plan
http://dubai2040.ae/en/

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Do message us, suggestions, feedback guests you'd like to have in a conversation here? Thank you for you support and interest. Apprecaited

My podcast is advert-free and jingle-free, simply put together, and hopefully demonstrates you can be working alone, keep the tech simple, and still share fabulous information.

Keeping business simple is my motto! ...Although I will at some point have some music and a jingle!!

Thank you for joining us, you'll find us here:
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The Charity we support:
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We love to say we “overdeliver” in business - but do we really?

Just back from a recent trip to the UAE, I’m reflecting on what true service and intentional excellence look like. From seamless customer experiences to how the government supports both people and industries, this episode is about the powerful (and often underappreciated) lessons we can learn from the UAE.

Here’s what I explore:

• The real meaning of world-class service
• How safety, cleanliness, and calm are built into daily life
• The truth about cost of living in Dubai
• Business potential and opportunities for entrepreneurs
• The unmatched feeling of being genuinely taken care of

This episode is part travel reflection, part business mindset shift - and 100% from the heart.

🎧 Tune in to hear why the UAE keeps raising the bar — and how we can bring a little of that excellence into our own businesses. We have so much to learn from this relatively new country and how they have achieved excellence in such a short time

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My podcast is advert-free and jingle-free, simply put together, and hopefully demonstrates you can be working alone, keep the tech simple, and still share fabulous information.

Keeping business simple is my motto! ...Although I will at some point have some music and a jingle!!

Thank you for joining us, you'll find us here:
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The Charity we support:
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This week on the podcast, I’m joined by Rebacca who’s been building businesses and shaking up leadership culture since the late 90s – and she shows no sign of slowing down.

Rebecca Bonnington is the CEO and founder of Tricres, she is a successful leadership coach, corporate trainer, and yes – also a mum. She brings energy, humour, and a refreshingly direct approach to everything she does – all with a huge dose of compassion and kindness that sits right alongside her no-nonsense style.

Based out of Manchester – a city that knows how to speak its mind – Rebecca’s got that trademark edge. She's passionate about building kick-a** cultures, leading real change, and training others to coach, with confidence, through her signature Tricres methodology.

She’s taken the stage at major events across the UK, hosted awards, and written books like How to Outshine the Rest – with another one on the way.

Particularly impressive is how she makes her work accessible with many different entry levels from her books to her full and detailed courses. If you want access to Rebecca's knowledge and skills, well, no one is left behind.

And if you want a conversation that’s grounded, energising, and cuts straight to the heart of what matters in leadership and business – this one’s for you.

Let’s get into it.

How to find Rebecca:

You can find Rebecca's website here

And on social here

Rebecca's most recent book here

And on that popular website

A little bit more for you from The 'About the Author' "Rebecca's favourite subject at school was English. Her happiest memories were of writing stories whilst at primary school. She's a busy business woman...Her main faults are speaking her mind at inappropriate times and having an opinion o

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My podcast is advert-free and jingle-free, simply put together, and hopefully demonstrates you can be working alone, keep the tech simple, and still share fabulous information.

Keeping business simple is my motto! ...Although I will at some point have some music and a jingle!!

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The Charity we support:
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