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Flying Solo

Flying Solo
Artificial Intelligence
Leadership
Personal Branding
Mental Health
Small Business
Marketing
Imposter Syndrome
Mindfulness
Exit Planning
Resilience
Persuasion
Emotional Intelligence
Empathy
Branding
Untmd
Truth
Employee Generated Content
Negotiation
Empathy Gap
Soft Skills

The show for those starting or running a one person business, hosted by Cec Busby. With over 100,000 members and stacks of resources, Flying Solo keeps you on track.

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Salena Kulkarni  is a chartered accountant, property investor, and the founder of Freedom Warrior .

In this episode of Flying Solo,Cec and Salena sit down to unpack one of the biggest blind spots for solopreneurs: building personal wealth outside th... more

This week, we dive into the perils of hustle culture and ask: what happens when your drive for success starts to derail your health, energy, and happiness?

Our guest is Andrew Horsfield—author of Better: Escape Average, Beat Burnout, and Own Your Li... more

In this episode, leadership coach Tamsin Simounds shares insights from her book 'The Experiment Mindset' on how to ditch perfection, take smarter risks, and make sustainable progress in personal and professional growth.

Discover how to reframe your ... more

Bernadette Schwerdt is a copywriter, ghostwriter, business book coach, and founder of one of Australia’s leading copywriting schools. She’s spent years uncovering what makes entrepreneurs turn million-dollar ideas into thriving businesses … insights ... more

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Recent Guests

Tamsin Simounds
Leadership coach and behavioral change expert
Episode: The experiment mindset: Small tests, big business wins
Bernadette Schwerdt
Author, copywriter, ghostwriter, business book coach, founder of a copywriting school
Independent author/consultant
Episode: How successful founders spot opportunity and build brands
Kate Toon
Award-winning business mentor, digital marketing coach, author of Six Figures in Sales
Self-employed / author and mentor
Episode: From cringe to confidence: how to make selling feel good
Jeff Purser
Communication strategist, producer, and author
Author of Yes, Yes, Yes, The Playbook of Persuasion
Episode: The rhythm of influence: mastering modern persuasion
Jasmin Hyde
Founder of Hide & Seek, a strategic comms agency focused on purpose-led brands
Hide & Seek
Episode: Small budget, big buzz: Jasmin Hyde’s PR playbook for soloists
Daniel Kirkbride
Founder of Cyora, works with founders and CEOs on health optimization
Cyora
Episode: Running on Empty? The health wake-up call for solo business owners
Simon Bedard
Author of Exit Like an Expert; exit-planning consultant
Exit Advisory
Episode: Preparing your business for sale: Insights on exit planning with Simon Bedard
Maria Kathopoulis
Founder of Untmd (Untame); former founder in fitness tech and sport tech
Untmd/Untame
Episode: From million-dollar mistakes to marketing mastery with UNTMD Founder Maria Kathopoulis
Karen Dennett
Founder of Hello Monday; business and enterprise teacher; mentor
Hello Monday
Episode: Rethinking networking: How to make real business connections

Host

Cec Busby
Host of Flying Solo

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • Many hats

    As a solo business owner sone days it can be hard to stay focused and motivated so listening to stories of other business owners is inspiring for my week. Thanks Cec for all the great pods

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Digital Tanya
    Australia3 years ago
  • Incredible

    Phenomenal content!! Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tommye w-c
    United States5 years ago
  • Motivating & relevant to ‘real life’ people

    As a sole trader just getting things going again after a few years off, I was searching for an Aussie small business podcast. Finally an inspiring, interesting and motivating one for every day people like me...a great mix to help with affordable and realistic tips amongst the podcasts. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T1D prego
    Australia5 years ago
  • Great Business Podcast

    Entertaining, engaging, informative and practical. A must listen for anyone in business no matter the size or experience. Thanks for the hard work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BackableNige
    Australia6 years ago
  • Awesome Content!

    Cheers on your podcast!! Looking forward to your next episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grusha - ElitePodcastBookings
    United States6 years ago

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Audiences value the mix of marketing, health, and legal topics tailored to solopreneurs and small businesses.
The host's interviewing style is described as relaxed, insightful, and engaging.
Reviews highlight the show as essential and motivating for real-world business growth.
Listeners praise the show for practical, actionable tips and relatable guest stories.

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Mastering End of Financial Year: Tax tips for soloists
Q: What is the number one thing you wish small business owners knew about end-of-financial-year preparation?
Keep records and ensure you have receipts and invoices ready, because substantiation is crucial for every entry you want to claim, and it saves you from potential audits or disallowed deductions.
How to create a purpose driven personal brand
Q: Why is developing a personal brand important in today's job market?
A personal brand helps individuals stand out, attract opportunities, and be recognized for their values and capabilities, with authenticity and consistency driving trust.
From employee videos to personal branding: Social media strategies that work
Q: Is personal branding essential for founders and leaders?
Yes, founder-led content humanizes the brand, creates a relatable narrative, and can lead to speaking engagements and workshops that elevate the company profile.
From employee videos to personal branding: Social media strategies that work
Q: How should small businesses start implementing this strategy?
Define content pillars, invest in training, and begin with manageable video styles; even imperfect videos can work if you post consistently and focus on delivering value.
From employee videos to personal branding: Social media strategies that work
Q: What makes employee-generated content so impactful for brands?
EGC activates engagement, attracts talent, and allows brands to showcase products naturally through real employees, providing authenticity that resonates more than polished ads.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flying Solo

What is Flying Solo about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on solo operators and small business owners, delivering practical, real-world guidance across marketing, sales, legal basics, health, finance, and personal development. Episodes frequently feature seasoned practitioners and founders who translate complex concepts into actionable steps for one-person or small teams, with a strong emphasis on ethical selling, genuine relationships, and sustainable growth. Notable strengths include a practical, no-fluff interviewing style, a focus on tangible takeaways, and guest lineups that span marketing, PR, health optimization, and strategic planning—often tailored to Australian solopreneurs and small businesses. This blend of hands-on tactics, mindset shifts, and inclusive community-buil... more

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1. Australian Finance Podcast
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Flying Solo launched 12 years ago and published 500 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Flying Solo include:

1. Tamsin Simounds
2. Bernadette Schwerdt
3. Kate Toon
4. Jeff Purser
5. Jasmin Hyde
6. Daniel Kirkbride
7. Simon Bedard
8. Maria Kathopoulis

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