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Our final episode of this series! Time really does fly when you're having fun... And as a special treat we have an absolute icon with us on the show! Jewellery designer Rosh Mahtani spoke about the 14th century poem inspired her whole brand, the importance of having sustainability at the very heart of your business, plus why social media means anyone can build a brand and connect to an audience. Visit the Alighieri Jewellery website Follow Alighieri Jewellery on Instagram Follow The Sunday Times Style https://www.instagram.com/theststyle/ https://twitter.com/TheSTStyle To get more of The Times and The Sunday Times, visit thetimes.co.uk/secretsofthesidehustle See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sarah Bell, the founder of luxury candle company "Evermore London" who joins Laura today. They get right into the nitty gritty of what it takes to build a candle company (hint, wax everywhere), why sustainability should be at the core of your businesses and the importance of never giving up. Find out more about Evermore London ...on Instagram ...on their website Follow The Sunday Times Style https://www.instagram.com/theststyle/ https://twitter.com/TheSTStyle To get more of The Times and The Sunday Times, visit thetimes.co.uk/secretsofthesidehustle See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's the turn of Michelle Kennedy, founder and CEO of Peanut, the social media network made for women and mothers. She spoke to Laura about how we can help more female founders when it comes to raising investment, the challenges in setting up a social media network and how to run a successful business that makes no money... Learn more about Peanut on... The website Facebook Instagram Follow The Sunday Times Style https://www.instagram.com/theststyle/ https://twitter.com/TheSTStyle To get more of The Times and The Sunday Times, visit thetimes.co.uk/secretsofthesidehustle See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Laura speaks with LYMA founder Lucy Goff for this episode. They talk about tearing up the rule book, choosing investors that believe in your vision and managing the work/life juggle. Find out more about LYMA here... https://lyma.life/ https://www.instagram.com/lymalife/ Follow The Sunday Times Style https://www.instagram.com/theststyle/ https://twitter.com/TheSTStyle To get more of The Times and The Sunday Times, visit thetimes.co.uk/secretsofthesidehustle See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're going a little spicy with this episode, as Laura sits down with Self & More founder Poppy Lepora. They talk about Poppy's plans to shake up the sex-toy industry by creating a fully inclusive brand, using social media to connect with your customers and more. You can visit Self & More's website here. You can also give them a follow on Instagram. Follow The Sunday Times Style https://www.instagram.com/theststyle/ https://twitter.com/TheSTStyle To get more of The Times and The Sunday Times, visit thetimes.co.uk/secretsofthesidehustle See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's Ellie Brown, founder of vegan cheese brand "Kinda Co" who sits down with Laura today. They talk about everything from why losing dairy doesn't mean losing taste, the ups and downs of running a business from your living room, and why it's so important to trust your gut feeling. You can try some of Ellie's delicious cheeses for yourself! Or you can follow the business on Instagram. Follow The Sunday Times Style https://www.instagram.com/theststyle/ https://twitter.com/TheSTStyle To get more of The Times and The Sunday Times, visit thetimes.co.uk/secretsofthesidehustle See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're half way through the series already! But don't worry as there's loads more inspiring female founders to come... This episode sees co-founder of "Oh Mumma", Shannon Barrie, talking about balancing life at home with life at work, the power of social media advertising and why branding is everything... https://ohmumma.com/ Follow Oh Mumma on Instagram Follow The Sunday Times Style https://www.instagram.com/theststyle/ https://twitter.com/TheSTStyle To get more of The Times and The Sunday Times, visit thetimes.co.uk/secretsofthesidehustle See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This time, Laura is joined by Tessa Clarke, co-founder of food-sharing app OLIO. Loved by Duchess of Sussex, Mehgan Markle, this incredible company has already helped give away millions portions of food and saved countless litres of water. Laura finds out how OLIO did it, plus they talk profit with purpose, how to embrace the "lean start-up" model, tips for getting investment as a female-founded company and more... Follow OLIO here: https://twitter.com/OLIO_ex https://www.instagram.com/olio.app/?hl=en Follow The Sunday Times Style https://www.instagram.com/theststyle/ https://twitter.com/TheSTStyle To get more of The Times and The Sunday Times, visit thetimes.co.uk/secretsofthesidehustle See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For this episode, Laura speaks with Avila Chidume, who founded diverse and inclusive greeting cards company; Avila Diana. They cover everything from turning your passion into profit, why listening to mum's advice isn't always the best idea, plus Pharrell sliding into your DMs... You can see some of Avila's beautiful designs for yourself here. https://aviladiana.com/ https://www.instagram.com/avila.diana/ Follow The Sunday Times Style https://www.instagram.com/theststyle/ https://twitter.com/TheSTStyle To get more of The Times and The Sunday Times, visit thetimes.co.uk/secretsofthesidehustle You can check out the great businesses Avila mentioned (plus a few more) on instagram: @lacebylucyofficial @omalicha.boutique  @edgeofgreatblog @medsimplehq @paigemichelmakeup @littlemoments_films @dinewithkuda @LeadingCEO  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

More inspirational female founders! This time, Laura sat down with Five Dot Botanics founder (and contender for World's Busiest Person)- Zaffrin O'Sullivan. They talk through the "idea to product" process, how to scale your business and how to stay on top of both your professional and personal time. You can see Zaffrin's products for herself on her website or follow them on instagram. https://www.fivedotbotanics.com/ https://www.instagram.com/fivedotbotanics/ Follow The Sunday Times Style https://www.instagram.com/theststyle/ https://twitter.com/TheSTStyle To get more of The Times and The Sunday Times, visit thetimes.co.uk/secretsofthesidehustle See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Laura Jackson sits down with Natalie Manima, who makes the gorgeously eye-catching, bright print homeware products with her brand "Bespoke Binny". They talk turning your hobby into a career, building relationships with other businesses as well as why mum is always the best place to go for help.... You can check out Natalie's products for yourself at her website or give her a follow on Instagram Here's some of those businesses Natalie mentioned too: Kazvare Made It Bowe Skincare Y Fit Niche Tea See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are BACK! With our usual host Scarlett taking some much deserved time off for her maternity leave, the incredible Laura Jackson will be looking after the series! We kick off with Rikke Rosenlund, founder of "Borrow My Doggy. She talks about her entrepreneur journey, gives some great tips for finding investment, tells us why community should be at the heart of every business and more... Twitter: @BorrowMyDoggy Instagram: @BorrowMyDoggy Website: BorrowMyDoggy.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.