From Overlooked to Fully Booked ® – Details, episodes & analysis

In today's episode of From Overlooked To Fully Booked®, I chat to multi-hyphenate Zara Janjua, she's a hugely talented and successful television presenter, writer, actor, performer, filmmaker, journalist and event host who has harnessed the power of a personal brand to build a hugely successful career.

We discuss her career, philantropy and of course who she has build a successful brand and her tips for how to leverage social media and especially LinkedIn to promote your business as well as what a powerful tool a press pack is.

It's a fantastic conversation with Zara who, amongst her other achievements, has also been a finalist for the Women of the Future Award and the United Nations Woman Awards.

You can find out more about Zara Janjua on her website.

Love this Podcast? What to do next:

During this episode I also share details of my free Guide To Becoming Fully Booked which you can download HERE.

Join me, for free, at Marketing Mondays, where we make real progress in an hour, one Monday at a time.

Looking to strengthen the foundations of your business so that you can get fully booked? Join the waiting list for my group programme Fully Booked Bootcamp which opens again for enrolments in October.

You can find out more information about me HERE.

Looking to have your marketing done for you? My agency, Enjoy Marketing can do that for you.

Episode Takeaways

• How to create a powerful personal brand
• What growing a personal brand on LinkedIn really involves
• How to create your own opportunities
• Getting noticed by bigger clients
• How to keep growing, even during lean months
• Building giving back into your business

Episode Keywords

personal brand, giving back, live broadcasting, social media consistency, business tips

The desire to go from overlooked to fully booked® isn’t about ego. It’s not about a static end point either (technically, it’s not even a requirement to actually want to be fully booked).

Rather, it’s a movement, a mission, an intention.

During this episode for the From Overlooked to Fully Booked Podcast I talk to Lisa Johnson, Online Business Strategist and Passive Income Queen behind That Strategy Co.

We discuss the importance of niching down, understanding your ideal client, leveraging passive income through scalable programs, what's working now for audience growth and Lisa shares valuable insights on marketing, secondary messaging and being authentic in online business.

It's a brilliant episode packed full of valuable takeaways.

During this episode I also share details of my free Guide To Becoming Fully Booked which you can download HERE.

Looking to strengthen the foundations of your business so that you can get fully booked? Join the waiting list for my group programme Fully Booked Bootcamp which opens again for enrolments in October.

You can find out more information about me HERE.

Looking to have your marketing done for you? My agency, Enjoy Marketing can do that for you.

Episode Takeaways

Niche down and understand your ideal client to stand out in a competitive market.

Leverage passive income through scalable programs to maximize your time and income potential.

Focus on audience growth through platforms like YouTube and LinkedIn, while also prioritizing email marketing.

Embrace secondary messaging and authenticity in your marketing to connect with your audience on a deeper level.

Work-life balance may not be achievable in the early stages of business, but prioritize your time and make strategic choices.

Be prepared for challenges and failures along the way, as they provide valuable learning opportunities.

Protect your brand and business from AI impersonation by advocating for stricter regulations and staying vigilant.

Find motivation in the impact you have on others and the positive changes you can create in their lives.

Episode Keywords

online business, strategy, niching down, ideal client, passive income, audience growth, YouTube, LinkedIn, marketing, secondary messaging, authenticity, work-life balance, AI impersonation, drive

Get Ready on Friday 9th August to tune into this brand new podcast From Overlooked to Fully Booked ® Podcast with Niki Hutchison!

On today's episode I'm joined by Lucy Hall, the founder of Digital Women, who shares her journey of creating a community for ambitious women in the digital space.

Digital Women began as a Facebook group and an event to bring together women who wanted to share and learn digital skills and over the last few years it has grown into in a hugely engaged community, membership and events company.

Lucy and I chatted about focusing on providing valuable content and support, the difficulties of outbound marketing, and building an email list of opt-in subscribers to support both marketing efforts and sponsorship opportunities.

We also discussed Lucy's experience of having Digital Women acquired by an American company before eventually acquiring it back again as part of her company Skills of the Future, which also incorporates her social media event, Social Day.

We also had a lot of fun exploring the concept of success and the constant drive to do more in business as an entrepreneur.

Thanks for listening! There is a new episode of From Overlooked to Fully Booked® out every Friday. Make sure you follow on your favourite podcast platform so that you never miss an episode. And please if you enjoyed this episode consider giving us a review, it really helps us get the podcast out there to more entrepreneurs like you.

Want to find out more about Lucy, Digital Women and Social Day?

Lucy Hall LinkedIn - Digital Women LinkedIn - Digital Women Website - Social Day Website

Love this Podcast? What to do next:

During this episode I also share details of my free Guide To Go From Overlooked To Fully Booked® which you can download HERE.

Join me, for free, at Marketing Mondays, where my team and I will support you to make real progress in an hour, one Monday at a time.

Looking to strengthen the foundations of your business so that you can get fully booked? Join the waiting list for my group programme Fully Booked Bootcamp which opens again for enrolments in October.

You can also find out more information about me HERE.

Prefer to have your marketing done for you? Hire my agency, Enjoy Marketing.

In today's episode I'm chatting to my friend, fellow Adobe Global Ambassador and one-woman hype machine Lucy Werner! We delve into the world of PR and how to get other people excited about you and what you're doing on your journey of entrepreneurship.

We discussed the importance of authenticity in PR, the role (or not) of press releases, and how small business owners can effectively manage their business relationships. Lucy shared insights from her experience as a bestselling author and the impact of her books on her business. We also cover the evolution of her successful Substack newsletter and the significance of community engagement in building a personal brand.

You can join my upcoming challenge by signing up here: www.nikihutchison.com/booked

If you want to find out more about Lucy you can check her newsletter at https://www.hypeyourself.substack.com and follow her on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lucywernerpr

Enjoying the podcast? Here's what to do next:

Join me, for free, at Marketing Mondays, where we make real progress in an hour, one Monday at a time. Next Monday, we're doing a Q4 marketing planning session live on the call.

Looking to strengthen the foundations of your business so that you can get fully booked? Join the waiting list for my group programme Fully Booked Bootcamp which opens again for enrolments this month.

You can find more information about me HERE.

Looking to have your marketing done for you? Check out my agency, Enjoy Marketing.

Episode takeaways

• Tailored pitches are more impactful than generic press releases.
• Should winning awards be leveraged for PR opportunities?
• Best-selling status can be misleading; focus on genuine recommendations.
• Writing a book can significantly enhance your business visibility.
• Elevating underrepresented voices is crucial in the business community.
• Pricing strategies for newsletters can greatly affect subscriber retention.
• Visibility and connection are key to growing your brand.

On today's episode I talk to Stefanie Sword-Williams, founder of 'F*ck Being Humble, who shares her unique business and journey from the advertising world to entrepreneurship. We discuss the challenges and triumphs of building a provocative brand, the importance of self-promotion, and the value of community engagement.

We had a fascinating chat about pricing and the need for creativity around getting paid, as well as in your marketing, especially on a budget, and the significance of warm outreach in business development and how Stef learned to turn cold outreach into much more valuable warm outreach. This episode brings valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners.

You can find out more about Stef and F*ck Being Humble via Stef's Website and on LinkedIn

Enjoying the podcast? Here's what to do next:

Join me, for free, at Marketing Mondays, where we make real progress in an hour, one Monday at a time. Next Monday, we're doing a Q4 marketing planning session live on the call.

Looking to strengthen the foundations of your business so that you can get fully booked? Join the waiting list for my group programme Fully Booked Bootcamp which opens again for enrolments in October.

You can find more information about me HERE.

Looking to have your marketing done for you? Check out my agency, Enjoy Marketing.

Episode takeaways

• The name of a business can create both opportunities and challenges.
• Starting a business often stems from a desire to express creativity.
• Self-promotion is essential for success in any field.
• Small events can have a significant impact on community engagement.
• Diverse revenue streams are crucial for business sustainability.
• Warm outreach is more effective than cold pitching.
• Pricing transparency can facilitate better negotiations.
• Creative marketing can be achieved on a budget.
• Building relationships is key to gaining new clients.
• Self-promotion should be a continuous effort, not just a one-time activity.

On today's show I chat to sales strategist and sales agency owner, Charlie Day. We delve into the critical role of sales in business, particularly for women running businesses. We discuss the common fears associated with selling, the importance of overcoming rejection, and the journey of becoming proficient in sales.

Charlie shares her experiences in building a female-driven sales agency and offers insights on effective messaging, client engagement, and strategies for success in a challenging economic climate. We also chatted about current trends in online sales, the significance of following-up with leads, and preparations for Black Friday.

If you want to find out more about Charlie check: https://charliedaysales.co.uk/ and her agency is https://www.salesmadetheagency.co.uk/

You can join my upcoming from overlooked to fully booked masterclass by signing up here: www.nikihutchison.com/booked

Enjoying the podcast? Here's what to do next:

Join me, for free, at Marketing Mondays, where we make real progress in an hour, one Monday at a time. Next Monday, we're doing a Q4 marketing planning session live on the call.

Looking to strengthen the foundations of your business so that you can get fully booked? Join the waiting list for my group programme Fully Booked Bootcamp which opens again for enrolments this month.

You can find more information about me HERE.

Looking to have your marketing done for you? Check out my agency, Enjoy Marketing.

takeaways

• Sales should be prioritised as a core function of any business.
• Effective messaging is key to attracting the right clients.
• Follow-up is a powerful and essential tool for increasing sales.
• In-person interactions are becoming more valuable in sales.
• A strong sales strategy involves engaging leads consistently.

In today's episode I welcome back Andrew and Pete to discuss how they've grown their marketing conference ATOMICON from an initial goal of 80 attendees to a fully booked conference in 2025, made up of 1500 tickets sold.

During this episode you're going to want to keep a notebook handy as they drop some absolutely golden advice, including multiple actionable tips that you can start using today to sell more in your business. There are some incredible reminders in here too, for those of you more established in business.

Find out more about Andrew and Pete and ATOMICON HERE

Have you got your ticket for Scotland's most exciting business and marketing event, Adventures in Marketing yet? If not - don't hang about! Head over to adventuresinmarketing.uk

Enjoying the podcast? Here's what to do next:

Join me, for free, any and every week at Marketing Mondays, where we make real progress in an hour, one Monday at a time. We're kicking off again on Monday 16th January with a session delving into the marketing trends you need to be aware of as a small business owner in 2025.

Looking for incredible support, community and guidance to supercharge your business in 2025? My mastermind The Charge will be opening again in March. And there will be INCREDIBLE joining bonuses this year, make sure you're on the waiting list to get access to those. Join that HERE.

You can find more information about me HERE and the Enjoy Marketing agency HERE.

Are we connected on socials yet? LinkedIn and Instagram are my favourites, come and say hi over there!

Have you asked yourself these three key questions yet? If not, there's still time.

Today's episode is all about strategy and I'm helping you understand the questions to need to ask so that you can get clarity before diving into 2025. Doing this will give you the best chance of becoming fully booked this year. Let me know how you get on!

Have you got your ticket for Scotland's most exciting business and marketing event, Adventures in Marketing yet? If not - don't hang about! Head over to adventuresinmarketing.uk

Enjoying the podcast? Here's what to do next:

Join me, for free, any and every week at Marketing Mondays, where we make real progress in an hour, one Monday at a time. We're kicking off again on Monday 16th January with a session delving into the marketing trends you need to be aware of as a small business owner in 2025.

Looking for incredible support, community and guidance to supercharge your business in 2025? My mastermind The Charge will be opening again in March. And there will be INCREDIBLE joining bonuses this year, make sure you're on the waiting list to get access to those. Join that HERE.

You can find more information about me HERE and the Enjoy Marketing agency HERE.

Are we connected on socials yet? LinkedIn and Instagram are my favourites, come and say hi over there!

Fab Giovanetti is an award-winning author, entrepreneur and marketer of 15 years with a love for GIFs, band t-shirts and strong coffees.

She is the CEO of Alt Marketing School, looking to make marketing more impactful, accessible, inclusive and fun.

She also works as a fractional CMO for a portfolio of clients, and is a guest lecturer for organisations such as Semrush, Underpinned and Jolt.

Featured in The Next Web, Business Insider, Forbes among others, she was nominated one of the 50 digital women to watch in 2024, 2023 and 2022. 

She was also recognised among the top 100 Marketers in 2023 by Growth Daily and one of the Top 100 Marketing Influencers Index 2023.

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Have you got your ticket for Scotland's most exciting business and marketing event, Adventures in Marketing yet? If not - don't hang about! Head over to adventuresinmarketing.uk

Enjoying the podcast? Here's what to do next:

Join me, for free, any and every week at Marketing Mondays, where we make real progress in an hour, one Monday at a time. We're kicking off again on Monday 16th January with a session delving into the marketing trends you need to be aware of as a small business owner in 2025.

Looking for incredible support, community and guidance to supercharge your business in 2025? My mastermind The Charge will be opening again in March. And there will be INCREDIBLE joining bonuses this year, make sure you're on the waiting list to get access to those. Join that HERE.

You can find more information about me HERE and the Enjoy Marketing agency HERE.

Are we connected on socials yet? LinkedIn and Instagram are my favourites, come and say hi over there!