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Starting the Conversation

Alice Benham
Marketing
Business Finances
Entrepreneurship
Book Publishing
Financial Management
Financial Planning
Digital Marketing Handbook
Book Tour
Passive Income
Publishing
Strategy Shop
Self-Discipline
Alice Benham
Financial Awareness
Revenue Tracking
Productivity Hacks
The Digital Marketing Handbook
Publication Day
Work-Life Balance
Digital Products

Tune in to hear from Alice Benham - strategist, speaker and best-selling author - as she debunks what it takes to grow, normalises the messy middle and documents her journey with transparency. Come for the actionable insights, stay for the reminder that you're not alone.

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What has actually grown my business over the past 12 months? Today we're talking about refining my team structure and giving clearer direction, to investing in community through events like ON IT.

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What happens to your business when you work remotely for a month? In this episode, I'm reflecting on my recent time away - the highs, the unexpected challenges and the moments that pushed me the most.

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What is it like to run a business with an 8-hour time difference? Today I'm sharing how I've adapted my schedule, navigated communication differently and managed working with my team, whilst spending 4 weeks travelling across Australia and Bali.

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Alice Benham
Host of Starting the Conversation

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 155 ratings
  • Great advice for all business owners!

    A refreshing take on how to create passive income, the daily business choices we make to succeed and great tips to stay motivated!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iona_Brave
    United States2 years ago
  • Best Business & Marketing Podcast there is!

    Alice gives such amazing, actionable advice to take messy action and take steps forward in your business. Thanks Alice for all your help!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucyh83
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • My favourite podcast!

    When I saw this was my most listened to podcast of the year, I wasn't surprised! Alice is a great host and welcomes fab guests. I've also really been enjoying the more informal episodes as they're a great listen to on my drive to work. Looking forward to continuing to listen in 2023.

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    5
    S. Welsh
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Encouraging, Fun and Practical Advice!

    Loving these episodes! Recently found this podcast and I’m so glad I did :) I especially love the episode about taking a month off! I loved the practice tips on preparing your clients, saving up for that month and also making it something you just do! Excited to continue to tune in!

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    5
    danilivinglife
    Canada4 years ago
  • Brilliant

    I really liked the episode where Alice talks with Keri Jarvis about fear of success and why women struggle to own our accomplishments. I would highly recommend this podcast for anyone interested in honest entrepreneurial conversations and practical advice.

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Q: Will you enjoy it?
You need to genuinely enjoy the process of creating a podcast to stay motivated and committed to it in the long term.
Should you start a podcast in 2026? (ep 363)
Q: Why do you want to start a podcast?
It's important to interrogate your desire to ensure you are excited about the concept and not just driven by trends or external pressure.
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Q: Can you describe what On It is like to someone else?
Susie describes On It as a stay-at-home retreat for business owners, providing the space to think about neglected aspects of their business.
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Q: When was that that you belly flopped into having your own business?
Susie started her business in April 2024 after working in finance for 15 years and freelancing on the side.

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A practical, founder-led show focused on building a sustainable, flexible business with a transparent, honest host. Episodes cover scaling strategies, remote work and time-zone management, boundaries, and mindset shifts for sustainable growth. Listeners tend to be entrepreneurs who value actionable tactics, personal development, and community, often balancing growth with wellbeing. A standout trait is the host's candid storytelling—sharing both wins and missteps—and a consistent emphasis on clarity, process, and staying true to core values, which makes it helpful for solo founders and small teams alike.

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