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The Business Awards Show

Debbie Gilbert
Awards
Networking
Artificial Intelligence
Branding
Best Business Women Awards
Franchising
Business Awards
Carmel Saulbrey
Brand Photography
Harry's Pals
Longcroft Luxury Cat Hotel
Resilient Women Leaders
Fashion
Neurodivergence
The Logolady
Avery Creative
Peer2peer
Public Relations
Social Proof
Personal Branding

Welcome to the Business Awards Show, where we share valuable information, secret nuggets, to get your award entry noticed by the judges for all the right reasons. Our weekly episodes also feature inspirational interviews with winners, judges, and sponsors. So let's dive in and start your journey to award winning success.

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Award entries are part CV, part pitch, and part confession. Rachel Hayward has spent over a decade helping businesses get all three right. Rachel Hayward, founder of Ask the Chameleon, speaks to Debbie Gilbert about starting her business, helping her... more

Ingrid Sanderson didn't win Gold for Best Customer Service at the Best SME Awards by accident. She built her whole business around delighting customers. Debbie Gilbert talks to Ingrid, founder of Principal Business Travel to find out more.

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Cat Robson-Scarborough picked up eight awards in her first year of business. But she is not afraid to say that not all awards are worthy of the title. Cat, co-founder of Your Man With a Van, joins Debbie to share how she went from retail leadership t... more

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Ingrid Sanderson
Founder of Principal Business Travel
Principal Business Travel
Episode: Episode 208: Why Customer Service Still Wins Awards with Ingrid Sanderson
Vaishali Shah
Founder and creative director of Creative ID; founder of Ananya Cards; judge for Wedding Industry Awards
Creative ID; Ananya Cards
Episode: Episode 207: Still Winning Awards After 26 Years and Why it Matters with Vaishali Shah
Cat Robson-Scarborough
Entrepreneur, franchisor, podcast host, and co-founder of Your Man With a Van
Your Man With a Van; United Kingdom Property Network
Episode: Episode 206: Why Some Awards Are Worth More Than Others with Cat Robson-Scarborough
Oli Couchman
Multi award-winning magician known as Revilo Twist
Independent magician/entertainment brand
Episode: Episode 205: Fake Awards and the Magician Who Worked Out Their Tricks with Oli Couchman
Charlotte Williams
Founder of Elysian, an organization integrating animal-assisted interventions into education and therapy for children and families
Elysian
Episode: Episode 204: The Award-Winning School Delivering Animal Assisted Therapy on a Farm with Charlotte Williams
Natalie Burkinshaw
Strategic and creative director with 30+ years in engineering and technology; founder of Crush
Crush
Episode: Episode 203: It Took Over Twenty Years Before She Won Awards. Then She Won Five! with Natalie Burkinshaw
Michelle McPherson
Founder and managing director of Hyde & Rowe Property Agents
Hyde & Rowe Property Agents
Episode: Episode 202: How a Banker Created an Award-Winning Property Business with Michelle McPherson
Marie Louise O'Neill
Canva expert and graphic designer
Lovely Canva Club / Lovely Designs
Episode: Episode 201: The Graphic Designer Who Won a Carer Award with Marie Louise O'Neill
Denise O'Leary
Judge
Episode: Episode 200: The 200th Business Awards Show - Special Edition!

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Great listen

    A fantastic podcast packed with practical tips and inspiring stories. Debbie has a warm, engaging style that makes every episode a joy to listen to, and I’ve picked up so many useful ideas for entering (and winning!) business awards. A must-listen for any ambitious business owner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sandy D-Shipley
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Useful awards insights

    A great selection of new guests talking about all things awards. Why you might want to enter, how to enter, how to maximise them and what mindset will help you get to your awards goals - and much much more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1234555))))))
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Relatable and inspiring!

    The Business Awards Show is a fantastic podcast putting the spotlight on small businesses and the amazing women behind them! It’s refreshing to hear real stories, and so many of the tips and experiences shared are relatable and practical. It’s full of golden nuggets. Debbie Gilbert is a great host—she’s warm, fun, and makes the conversations feel natural and easy to follow. It’s an inspiring listen that leaves you feeling motivated and ready to take on your own business challenges.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrea Boughton
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Small Biz Owners - YOU NEED THIS IN YOUR LIVES

    It is so amazing to hear other people‘s journeys through their businesses - we listeners can really benefit and learn from their hard-won lessons. It also makes me not feel so alone with all the inevitable overwhelm doing it all solo - there’s an army of us out there and Debbie Gilbert has such an amazing way of bringing us together and helping us all learn the way forward - it’s all very inspiring!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cat little folk
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Business owners - tune in!

    I have really enjoyed listening to the podcast - as there is such a good variety of guests. As a fellow business owner it intrigues me how others run their businesses, their key learnings and different insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JCP2015
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Guest diversity and authentic storytelling are frequently highlighted.
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Listeners praise practical tips for entering awards and achieving credibility.

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Episode 207: Still Winning Awards After 26 Years and Why it Matters with Vaishali Shah
Q: What role do awards play in validating and clarifying a business, and why is diversity on judging panels important?
Awards provide external validation and force founders to articulate their value proposition; diversity on judging panels ensures a wide range of perspectives, making the awards more credible and representative.
Episode 207: Still Winning Awards After 26 Years and Why it Matters with Vaishali Shah
Q: How has Vaishali managed to sustain two interlinked businesses (Creative ID and Ananya Cards) over 26 years while staying relevant?
By focusing on timeless design, deep client storytelling, nurturing relationships, and iterating thoughtfully on branding strategy rather than chasing fleeting trends, Vaishali keeps both brands aligned and resilient.
Episode 160: Interview with Natalie Snee
Q: Can you share a project you're particularly proud of and any lessons learned from it?
The Golden Bear coffee brand project stands out, featuring a bold new logo and a full branding package, demonstrating how strong visuals and storytelling can elevate a product in a crowded market.
Episode 160: Interview with Natalie Snee
Q: What are your thoughts on awards and the voting process?
Natalie expresses skepticism about voting in awards, arguing for a transparent panel-based evaluation to avoid popularity contests and ensure fairness for smaller agencies.
Episode 160: Interview with Natalie Snee
Q: How did the name Daedalus come about, and what does it symbolize for your branding?
The name reflects the two trades they bring together—graphic design and IT/technical work—with a nod to Greek mythology, signaling a dual craft and a story-driven brand identity.

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What is The Business Awards Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, award-focused show that blends actionable tips for entering and winning awards with engaging conversations with successful women and leaders across industries. Episodes cover entrepreneurship, branding, storytelling, leadership, and the evolving role of AI in creative and business processes, all through the lens of credible award programs and the impact of recognition on visibility and growth. Notably, guests frequently discuss building credibility through awards, scaling small businesses, and leveraging storytelling visuals to elevate brands. The tone is pragmatic and supportive, with frequent emphasis on integrity in awards and real-world outcomes like media exposure, client wins, and growth opportunities for women-led ventur... more

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Recent guests on The Business Awards Show include:

1. Ingrid Sanderson
2. Vaishali Shah
3. Cat Robson-Scarborough
4. Oli Couchman
5. Charlotte Williams
6. Natalie Burkinshaw
7. Michelle McPherson
8. Marie Louise O'Neill

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