STARTING THE CONVERSATION
Sharing the unspoken sides of running a business and showing up online, Starting The Conversation is for entrepreneurs craving honest conversations and practical advice. Since its arrival 4 years ago it’s hit 100,000 downloads across 170+ episodes and regularly sits in the UK charts.
It’s one of my favourite ways to show up online, with listeners tuning in each Tuesday for a dose of expertise and stories from those who ‘get it’.
Listen to the latest episodes
Week 2 of our new series and it's time to spend some time reflecting! It's tempting to think working ON your business means big bold external action, but sometimes the most valuable time is spent quietly, looking for the lessons.
Ever struggle to prioritise working ON your business? Wish there was more you were doing each week to move your business forwards? Welcome to the new series - 2.8%, where I challenge you to spend just one hour per week doing a task you may otherwise ignore but will ultimately benefit you long term.
In this weeks episode I'm sharing an exercise that'll help you audit and improve the systems within your business.
What does it take to make your business actually work? Therapist (and client of mine) Sophie Harris talks about the reality of her self-employment journey, from 3 clients an evening with a newborn to growing her instagram by 80,000 followers in a year.
Are you holding your business back without realising it? Tune into this episode to discover the 3 most common (and harmful!) things many of us are doing which are limiting our businesses growth.
LISTENER REVIEWS
I started listening to ‘Starting the Conversation’ a few weeks back and I have to say it has put my mind at ease when it comes to having my business head on! I have just started my own social media management business (PSocialMGNT) and like any other new freelancer I am totally lost when it comes to taxes, money and the do’s and don'ts of business. Alice helps keep me sane and de-stressed about it all and I am truly motivated to make my business a success! Thank you SOOOO much Alice! - Phoebe Slee
Alice is so easy to listen to and the podcast is really informative with the different guests! Love it. - lucybgoose
As someone who is transitioning from her career in marketing to starting up my own business I’m so glad I’ve found this wealth of information! It’s really accessible and there’s a variety of topics, highly recommended - JesseAnneMichael
Alice has a lovely tone of voice and she is so likeable, you can’t help but keep listening and championing her journey on. I have found her advice so helpful on my own business journey and she’s been keeping me company in my lonely self-employed, work from home office in rural Devon. If you’re just starting a business, or have been running one and struggling, Alice offers real, honest and useful advice from a position of “been there, done that” and she does it in a way that is not patronising. It is incredible that someone so young is so reflective of their own business practice and so keen to share her failures so we don’t all make the same mistakes. That is so powerful. And - at the grand old age of 34, a mum of two, having been freelancing for a few years- I’ve found “Starting the Conversation” a huge help. Can’t recommend it enough! From Money Mindset to SEO tips, this podcast will support your business journey. - Siobhan84
Absolutely love Alice benham’s podcast so very informative,m always something of relevance def worth subscribing 💖💖- kliggy
So glad I came across this podcast - I was struggling with getting to grips with paying attention to them but this is definitely one to listen to, the advice is so practical and provides some great tips! And the topics are so applicable! - vickkillou
I first came across Alice on Instagram when she interviewed Sapphire about the online membership platform The Coven. I really liked Alice’s interview style, it kept me consistently engaged and you could tell she made her audience feel comfortable. I am now a regular listener to her podcasts and you should definitely check out her insta if you haven’t already!- staceymm1
I’ve just come across this podcast & it’s blown me away & won my heart over immediately with its raw honesty. It’s so necessary to hear these real conversations about what it’s liked to run your own business, the ups & downs of it all. It’s so easy to feel alone & like you’re not enough when all you hear is success stories. So hearing the real is refreshing & so needed. Thanks for this wonderful podcast - I’ll be coming back & again for more! - Aiste Saulyte Photography
Starting The Conversation has been a podcast game changer for me. If you’re looking for raw, honest content that makes you think twice (about your business or general life) then Alice is your girl! I’m currently travelling in Australia but have still made sure I’m up to date with every ep (it’s that good 🤓) x - hannahlouisesmart
An excellent podcast for business owners! There always seems to be a take away point for me after every episode. Be it a friendly reminder of the woes of being your own boss and why that’s nothing to be ashamed of to really useful and 100% practical strategies to perform better! Thank you Alice and guests! - Ldindiv
Such a brilliant listen, no matter what episode you pick. So encouraging, so informative and always leave feeling way more motivated! - abbiejnicholson
Just listened to my first episode, would your business survive without instagram? I really enjoyed it and think it’s a really important conversation. - The Ta
My friend recommended Alice’s content to me a few months ago and I’ve been bingeing ever since! I love how personal and reliable she is and there are ALWAYS actionable, useful tips in her podcast. - Annac424
One of my favourite podcasts, great to listen to and got so much from it to take away and implement. Thanks so so much Alice 😊- SJenk81
This is only business podcast I listen to. I’ve listened to a few but this is the only one I listened to without fail every week.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - DiscoDudley
I LOVE this podcast, in particular the honest and open discussions about money as it still holds such a taboo! The episodes (both solo, and with guests) are motivating, insightful and full of tips! - beautieuk
I’ve just listened to two episodes so far, but have already learnt some really useful things. Looking forward to listening to more! - brownlowbrown
Alice's podcasts are great! They’re open, honest and cut out all the bs. It’s refreshing, eye opening and a really enjoyable listen. - camergirlg94
I love how honest Alice always is in her podcast and how she opens up some less-talked-about topics with her guests. It’s a must listen for any one forging their own path and growing a business. - Josephine Brooks
Thank you Alice for having such an open and honest chat with us! I love seeing all the behind the scenes stuff and what you put into your company! I love how you’re real with numbers so people can relate and get realistic ideas! Can't wait for more podcast in the future 👏🏻- The Skin Coach
I discovered ALice through Instagram a few months ago, and omg, she's one of my favourite people ever. Her Insta Stories are the best, but her Podcast is sooooo amazing! I love her honesty, her vulnerability, and enthusiasm toward her business. Her productivity and organisation hacks are also definitely worth keeping an eye out for. An all around good egg! - Olivia
Alice Benham is the epitome of everything that is right with the world of business. I wish I had the confidence to take what she says and put it into action. I recommend anyone with a desire to create something innate within them to listen to Alice’s podcast 💕- Kirstenadele
Just love the mix of knowledge and engaging chit chat on these podcasts. I’ve learnt so much and can’t recommend it enough. - AmyCaino
Love how down-to-earth and pricatial this podcast is. I’ve picked up some really useful tips for my small business. I highly recommend this podcast if you’re not a fan of the ‘woo’ style business podcasts - it is packed full of relatable experiences and easy to implement advice, whilst keeping an eye on the big picture. One of my favourites! - StSand
One of the best podcasts I listen to! It’s super helpful. I love the simple and honest advice given and the topic discussed. - RDruz
I’ve been listening to your podcast for a few weeks now, and I’m hooked! The topics are so helpful for me (someone who’s working full time and setting up a business on the side). It’s really opened up my eyes to the reality of working for yourself and given me so many helpful tips! Thanks so much!
Alice x - AliceRathx
I love tuning into Alice’s podcast whilst working away from home. Whether it’s for quick actionable advice, or to feel like you’re hanging with a fellow creator whilst she chats to some incredible guests and co-hosts. Well worth checking out. - Kimberly from Creat Co
I can’t begin to explain how much I have gained from listening to Alice’s podcast. There is such a great blend of fun interviews, practical tips and uncovering the unspoken topics. I have discovered amazing entrepreneurs and expanded my knowledge. Just listening to the goal setting episode has transformed how I run my business on a daily basis. Alice is an all round brilliant human! - hanan_000
Alice- how have I only recently discovered you?! This podcast is FANTASTIC. Every episode is reliable and insightful - there’s so much good knowledge being shared it feels like I’m stealing! 🙌🏻🖤I’m only halfway through so still catching up, can’t wait to continue listening and learning. Thank you! - Bornthisway1313
The second I discovered Starting the Conversation I got to work on binge listening to the entire back catalogue of episodes as I totally fell in love with Alice’s laid back interview style. Packed full of interesting and inspiring guests, this podcast is an absolute must for any aspiring business owners or entrepreneurs looking to hear more about the ups and downs of running a business! - The Co-Working Club
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With 150,000+ downloads and an engaged audience of entrepreneurs and creatives on the end of each episode, the podcast is a brilliant way for you to get your offering in front of the right people! To enquire about sponsorship get in touch, so we can have a chat and ensure it’s a fit on both sides…