I migliori Creating The Curve podcast (2025)

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E33: From Audience to Allies - Why Community Is the Future of Business with Mark Masters 58:17

5d ago58:17

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In this episode of Creating the Curve, Anna Bravington is joined by Mark Masters, founder of You Are The Media, to talk about what community really means in business and why it matters more than ever. They explore the shift away from broadcasting at people towards creating spaces where people feel they belong. From building trust and shared identit…

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E32: Getting Started with Video When Your Motivation Has Left the Building 36:54

11d ago36:54

36:54

In this solo episode of Creating the Curve, Anna Bravington gets honest about the messy reality of making video as a founder... especially when you don't feel like it, don't have perfect equipment, or (in this case) have a full-on pre-Christmas cold. Following last week's conversation with Juma Bannister, Anna dives deeper into the real barriers be…

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E31: Feel the Fear and Film It Anyway - Making Video Easier with Juma Bannister 1:08:41

18d ago1:08:41

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Many founders know video would help their business… yet still avoid making it. Whether it's fear, uncertainty, perfectionism, or simply not knowing where to begin, video often feels harder than it should. In this episode of Creating the Curve, Anna Bravington is joined by Juma Bannister, Executive Creative Director of Relate Studios, who breaks dow…

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E30: The Curious Founder Wins - Using AI to Stay Ahead of the Competition 45:21

25d ago45:21

45:21

AI might feel like it suddenly exploded into our lives, but as Anna explains in this solo episode of Creating the Curve, the technology has been quietly shaping our world for years. The real challenge for founders isn't the AI itself - it's how we, as humans, respond to change. Drawing on decades of tech experience, personal stories, and insights f…

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E29: Human-First AI - Helping Founders Navigate Change with Luke Williams 1:06:59

1M ago1:06:59

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AI is everywhere at the moment - but for most small business owners, it still feels confusing and overwhelming. In this episode of Creating the Curve, Anna speaks with Luke Williams, Group Head of AI at Intergage, about what it really takes for a business to adopt AI safely, ethically and without sending everyone into a panic. Rather than focusing …

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E28: What's Your End Game? Building a Business That Fits Your Future 34:40

1M ago34:40

34:40

If you don't know where your business is headed, how do you know what road to take? In this solo episode of Creating the Curve, Anna Bravington builds on last week's chat with HR expert Reyhana Jano by looking at one of the most overlooked questions in business: Where do you actually want to end up? Whether you plan to sell your company, pass it on…

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E27: Building Teams Without the Headaches - HR Tips for Founders with Reyhana Jano 52:02

2M ago52:02

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Hiring people shouldn't feel like walking through a legal minefield - but for most founders, that's exactly what it is. In this episode of Creating the Curve, Anna Bravington chats with HR consultant Reyhana Jano about how to build, manage, and retain a small team without the stress (or ending up in tribunal). Reyhana shares over 30 years of HR exp…

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E26: How to Create 30 Pieces of Content from One Idea (with a Little Help from AI) 41:51

2M ago41:51

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What if you could create 30 pieces of content from just one idea? In this solo episode of Creating the Curve, Anna Bravington shares her tried-and-tested method for using AI to repurpose content - without losing your voice and your patience. From turning a podcast, video, or eBook into blogs and social posts, to using tools like ChatGPT, Otter.ai, …

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E25: Listening to the Market (and to Myself) - The Story Behind My Podcast Relaunch 39:15

2M ago39:15

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What happens when your audience isn't quite who you thought it was? In this solo episode of Creating the Curve, Anna Bravington gets honest about her own podcast pivot - how six months of data, feedback, and (accidental) audience research made her realise that her show had outgrown its niche. Originally created for STEM founders, Creating the Curve…

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E24: From Pillars to Playlists - Finding Your Rhythm on Social Media 36:34

2M ago36:34

36:34

Ever feel like your social media sounds like the same song on repeat? You're not alone and you're probably not the only one bored of it. In this solo episode, Anna Bravington dives deeper into the playlist approach to social media inspired by her conversation with Gus Bhandal. She talks about how founders can move beyond the traditional content pil…

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E23: How to Be Seen Without Being Everywhere - Social Strategy with Gus Bhandal 1:03:02

2M ago1:03:02

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Social media can feel like a monster - too many platforms, too much noise, and too little time to do it all. But what if you could be seen everywhere without actually being everywhere? In this episode of Creating the Curve, Anna Bravington chats with Gus Bhandal, social media strategist, LinkedIn trainer, and co-founder of Uplift Live, the UK's fir…

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E22: Founders Need to Look Up So They Don't Get Left Behind 38:34

3M ago38:34

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When times get tough, it's tempting to retreat into "busy work" - polishing your website, tinkering with code, or creating new products no one's asked for. It feels safe. It feels productive. But it doesn't always move your business forward. In this solo episode of Creating the Curve, Anna Bravington reflects on her conversation with Mark Schaefer …

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E21: Curiosity Didn't Kill the Cat - Lessons In Future Thinking with Mark Schaefer 52:17

3M ago52:17

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It's easy to get stuck in the day-to-day of running a business: juggling clients, cashflow, and the never-ending to-do list. But if you never look up, you risk missing the future coming straight at you. In this episode of Creating the Curve, I sit down with marketing legend Mark Schaefer - author of 13 books including Audacious, host of the Marketi…

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E20: Your First Post Will Be Awful (And That's OK) 35:54

3M ago35:54

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Personal brand isn't built in one big moment - it's built drip by drip, post by post, conversation by conversation. In this solo episode of Creating the Curve, Anna builds on her chat last week with Ella Orr to explore the messy reality of showing up online when you'd rather be doing anything else. From why technical founders often loathe marketing…

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E19: Personal Brand Without the Jazz Hands - with Ella Orr 1:05:32

3M ago1:05:32

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Personal branding doesn't mean becoming an "influencer" or performing a polished version of yourself. At its heart, it's about being seen, known, and remembered for the work you love. In this episode of Creating the Curve, Anna is joined by the brilliant Ella Orr, personal brand consultant and all-round social media guide, to talk about what person…

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E18: Stop Doing It All Yourself - Learning to Lead and Let Go 32:54

4M ago32:54

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Leading a business isn't just about being the best at the work - it's about helping other people grow into it. And that can feel really uncomfortable when you know you could do the job faster (and probably better) yourself. In this solo episode of Creating the Curve, Anna Bravington shares the messy, often painful lessons she's learned about leader…

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E17: Who Put Me in Charge? - Leadership Lessons with Nikie Forster 1:13:32

4M ago1:13:32

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Stepping into leadership isn't something most founders feel ready for. One day, you're running everything yourself - the next, you've got people looking to you for guidance, decisions, and direction. And no one gives you a manual. In this episode of Creating the Curve, Anna is joined by leadership coach Nikie Forster to talk honestly about the mess…

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E16: Sod It and Show Up - Finding the Confidence to Be Seen 30:24

4M ago30:24

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In this solo episode of Creating the Curve, Anna dives into the messy, real-world journey of building confidence and visibility as a founder. If you've ever hated the thought of putting your face on camera, dreaded LinkedIn Lives, or worried your content wasn't "perfect enough," this one's for you. Anna shares her own behind-the-scenes struggles wi…

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E15: From Stage Fright to Spotlight - Speaking With Confidence with Jackie Goddard 1:07:45

4M ago1:07:45

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Whether it's pitching to investors, speaking at a conference, or simply introducing yourself at a networking event, speaking with confidence can be a game-changer for your business. In this episode of Creating the Curve, Anna is joined by Jackie Goddard, speaking coach, performer, and founder of Power to Speak, to talk about finding your voice, bui…

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E14: Redefining Success - Are You Building the Business You Actually Want? 25:15

5M ago25:15

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In this solo episode of Creating the Curve, Anna gets deeply honest about success, squashing, and the invisible pressure to chase goals that don't actually belong to us. Off the back of last week's conversation with Trisha Lewis, Anna reflects on her own journey of un-squashing - from grief, burnout, and doing what she thought she should, to buildi…

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E13: You're Not a Show-Off, You're Just Showing Up - Talking Imposter Syndrome with Trisha Lewis 1:02:27

5M ago1:02:27

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Feel like you're hiding in plain sight? You're not alone. In this episode, Anna is joined by the marvellous Trisha Lewis, communication coach, speaker, and author of The Mystery of the Squashed Self, to talk about why so many brilliant people (especially those in business) are afraid to truly show up as themselves. We dive into the idea of "self-sq…

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E12: Behind Every Great Founder Is a Brilliant Support Network 36:20

5M ago36:20

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Running a business can feel like spinning a hundred plates with one hand… especially when you're doing it alone. In this solo episode of Creating the Curve, Anna gets honest about the real blockers founders face, from avoiding the hard stuff to thinking one more app, tool, or course will finally solve everything. She shares the real reason she's la…

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E11: We Are Delighted to Announce… That Your Copy Doesn't Have to Sound Like This - with Sarah Townsend 50:50

5M ago50:50

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In this episode of Creating the Curve, Anna is joined by award-winning copywriter and author Sarah Townsend for a fun, honest conversation about communication, copywriting, and the realities of running your own business, especially when you're doing it all yourself. They chat about: How to write in a voice that feels like you (not what you think yo…

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E10: From Word Vomit to Whitepapers - Do Marketing That Works for You 35:35

6M ago35:35

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In this solo episode of Creating The Curve, Anna follows up her conversation with LinkedIn legend John Espirian and dives into what it really takes to show up online when your brain is busy, your time is limited, and you're not a natural content machine. She shares: Her own struggles with early LinkedIn posting (and feeling rejection) Why she posts…

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E9: Don't Be a Douche Canoe - Build Better Relationships on LinkedIn with John Espirian 53:15

6M ago53:15

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LinkedIn is supposed to be about people. But somewhere along the way, it started feeling stiff, salesy, and a bit… awkward. In this episode, Anna is joined by the relentlessly helpful LinkedIn nerd John Espirian to talk about how to show up on LinkedIn in a way that's memorable, human, and actually enjoyable - even if you hate posting or have no id…

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E8: The Messy Middle - Growing a Business Without Burning Out 33:58

6M ago33:58

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Starting a business is one thing. Growing one, without burning out, is something else entirely. In this solo episode of Creating the Curve, Anna Bravington reflects on what happens after the initial rush of launching: when you hit that awkward in-between stage where the work piles up, the fun fades, and you're suddenly expected to be a marketer, sa…

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E7: Support and Community Builds Stronger Businesses with Beverley Poole 55:52

6M ago55:52

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In this episode of Creating the Curve, Anna Bravington is joined by long-time mentor, connector, and all-around business whirlwind Beverley Poole, to talk about something every founder needs - support. Together, they explore: Why technical founders struggle when they try to go it alone How to know what you're good at and when to outsource the rest …

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E6: How I Use AI Day-to-Day as a Small Business Owner 36:13

6M ago36:13

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Used well, AI can be one of the best ways to help you save time, reduce stress, and get through your to-do list as a small business owner. In this solo episode of Creating The Curve, Anna shares her own everyday AI processes, from editing podcasts faster, to getting blog posts written quicker, to researching leads more efficiently, and how AI is he…

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E5: Using AI and Custom GPTs to Work Smarter with Frank Prendergast 1:05:54

7M ago1:05:54

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For founders juggling a hundred tasks, AI and Custom GPTs can be a lifeline - if you know how to use them right. In this episode of Creating The Curve, Anna is joined by creative strategist and AI experimenter Frank Prendergast for a refreshing, practical conversation about getting started with ChatGPT and Custom GPTs, without needing to be a promp…

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E4: Stop Selling. Start Solving 35:32

7M ago35:32

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If the word "sales" still gives you the ick - this episode is for you. In this solo episode of Creating The Curve, Anna reflects on the powerful ideas shared by John Tunstall last week and explores what selling really looks like when you strip away the awkward scripts, the cold calls, and the pressure to perform. Spoiler: you're probably already se…

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E3: Why Good Salespeople Ask Better Questions with John Tunstall 59:21

7M ago59:21

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Sales. Love it or hate it, you can't grow your business without it. In this episode of Creating The Curve, Anna is joined by John Tunstall - a sales strategist who's on a mission to fix how small businesses approach selling. If you're a founder who dreads "doing sales," this episode will change the way you think about it. John believes great salesp…

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E2: The Pre-Grant Mindset That Makes Writing Easier 32:59

7M ago32:59

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Grant writing isn't just about what you put on the page - it's about what happens before you even start. In this solo episode of Creating The Curve, host Anna Bravington explores the often-overlooked prep work that makes grant writing less stressful and way more effective. From getting into the right mindset to building visibility, Anna shares prac…

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E1: Grant Writing Without the Gobbledygook with Robert Bentley 1:02:05

7M ago1:02:05

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Grant writing can feel like learning a new language - full of jargon, hidden rules, and endless paperwork. In this episode of Creating The Curve, host Anna Bravington chats with Robert Bentley, bid-writing consultant and author, who's helped businesses secure over £80 million in funding. They unpack the real reasons so many grant applications fail,…

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Welcome To Creating The Curve 6:27

8M ago6:27

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Welcome to Creating The Curve, the podcast made for STEM founders who are brilliant at the technical stuff - but want running the business to feel a whole lot easier. In this welcome episode, host Anna Bravington shares what the show is all about: supporting founders like you who've come from science, tech, engineering, or maths backgrounds and now…

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TRAILER: Creating The Curve 2:58

8M ago2:58

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Creating The Curve is the down-to-earth podcast for STEM founders who are brilliant at what they do - but want a bit of help running the business side of things. Hosted by experienced business adviser Anna Bravington, the show is packed with honest chats, expert advice, and simple tools to help you build a business that works for you - not the othe…

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