Messy Business - with Libby Langley – Details, episodes & analysis

This is a big one. It’s episode 100 of Life in Business (🥳), and it just so happens to fall on the relaunch day of my book — Life in Business: Easy Ways to Work Less, Earn More and Embrace True Happiness. In today’s episode, I’m reflecting on the journey that brought me here: being diagnosed as autistic and ADHD in my 40s, understanding why business always felt like a puzzle, and finally being able to create — and teach — a way of working that actually fits.

I share how my neurodivergence influences everything I do (from podcasting to program design), what finally made this business feel easy, and how sticking with this podcast — something I never do! — changed everything. I also talk candidly about how I wrote a book for neurodivergent business owners without even realising it… and why I’m so proud to relaunch it today with a new cover and an updated author's note that truly reflects where I am now.

This episode is a celebration. Of you. Of me. Of doing things your way and letting that be more than enough.

📘 Grab the Book:
Life in Business: Easy Ways to Work Less, Earn More and Embrace True Happiness is available now on Amazon. The new edition includes reflections on being a neurodivergent business owner and how to build a business that actually fits who you are.

🛠️ Helpful Links:
🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck
📖 Read my book
💬 Work with me

 If Life in Business (the book or the podcast!) has helped you in any way — whether you’ve stopped working Fridays, changed your goals, or just felt more seen — I would love to hear from you. Tag me on Instagram @libbylangley, message me on LinkedIn, or send a little email hug.

Here’s to the next 100 episodes — and to being gloriously, unapologetically you.

Libby x

Today we’re having a real heart-to-heart about why sales sometimes feel so flipping hard — and what to do instead. Spoiler: the answer isn’t “post more on Instagram.” In this episode, I’ll walk you through why more content doesn’t always mean more clients, and how the real fix is looking at your foundations, not your marketing tactics.

I’ll share how pushing, forcing, and ‘more-ing’ your way to success is often a sign of misalignment — and why everything changes when you reconnect with your vision, your purpose, and what you actually care about. I’m talking building your business from the ground up, not the roof down — and why that shift is the key to finding flow and making sales easier (and more joyful!).

🎯 If your message feels fuzzy, your energy feels off, or your content feels flat… this episode is for you.

🛠️ Helpful Links:
🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck
📖 Read my book
💬 Work with me

 If this episode unlocked something for you, I’d love to hear about it. Tag me on Instagram @libbylangley, or pop into my DMs and tell me what your business really stands for — because that’s the magic right there.

Thanks for listening — and I’ll see you next time for Episode 100 (yes, really!).

Libby x

This week’s episode is all about releasing the pressure — because forcing your business forward doesn’t get you where you want to go, and it certainly doesn’t make the journey enjoyable.

I’m talking about why some offers feel like a slog (even if they’re “successful”), how neurodivergence has shaped the way I work, and the difference between chasing what you “should” do versus building what truly lights you up. You’ll hear why I turned down work that didn’t align, how I found the courage to ditch one-to-one coaching, and what happened when I gave myself permission to do business my way.

If you’re tired of trying so hard, or chasing someone else’s version of success, this episode will help you breathe a little deeper — and trust that your best business is the one that rolls with your rhythm.

💡 When you stop trying and start being, your business becomes lighter, more joyful, and far more effective.

🛠️ Helpful Links:
🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck
📖 Read my book
💬 Work with me

I'd love to know what this episode unlocked for you — message me on Instagram @libbylangley or find me on LinkedIn. Your thoughts and stories keep this conversation rolling.

Take care,

Libby x

Do you hate the thought of being a boss babe CEO or a biz babe (whatever the hell that is)?

Or maybe hustling 24/7 or building a million pound empire just isn’t your thing.

If so, the Life In Business Podcast is perfect for you.

Your host, Libby Langley, business coach and mentor has been there and done that more times than she cares to count and she is on a mission to empower female business owners to find an easier way, a gentler way, without feeling guilty or inadequate or like they’re doing it all wrong.

Tune in every week for life and business support that will help you to make small tweaks for big gains, to be confident in your business decisions and to say no to the things you think you should be doing.

So you CAN do exactly what you love to do the most without hustling 24/7 to make it happen.

Make sure you subscribe and follow the show wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss the next episode.

I’d love for you to say hi on Instagram. I’m @libbylangley. You can also visit my website at www.libbylangley.com to find out more about me and my coaching services.

Launching 8 December 2022.

Today’s episode is a bit of a pep talk and a big exhale. Because some days just feel hard — whether it’s your energy, your mindset, or things simply not clicking the way you want them to. I’m right there with you.

I’ll talk about what to do on those low-energy days (spoiler: being kind to yourself is key), why pushing through isn’t always the answer, and how to recognise if you’re trying to “build your business upside down.” We’ll explore the real reason marketing might feel exhausting — and why it’s often a sign that your business foundations need some love.

This episode is all about creating ease through alignment: knowing your energy, your purpose, your rhythm — and letting that guide how you build and run your business. I’ll share how I structure my own time, why I ditched one-to-one coaching, and how Confidence to Grow helps my clients roll, not push.

💡 When you know what truly matters to you, everything else starts to feel lighter — and your business gets a whole lot easier.

🛠️ Helpful Links:
🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck
📖 Read my book
💬 Work with me

Has this episode helped you think differently about your rhythm in business? I’d love to hear. Send me a DM on Instagram @libbylangley or find me on LinkedIn. I’m always up for a real conversation.

Take care of you,

Libby 

Feeling invisible in business can be crushing — but it doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong. In this episode, I’ll help you unpack where that feeling comes from, and how to reclaim your confidence, purpose, and visibility… one person at a time.

In this heartfelt episode, I’m talking about the very real, very common feeling of invisibility — especially as women in business. Whether it’s the pressure of social media, the comparison trap, or just a general sense of “am I even being seen?”, I want to reassure you that you're not alone… and more importantly, that it’s something you can gently shift.

We’ll explore why feeling invisible is often rooted in a lack of alignment or clarity, and why showing up doesn’t have to mean shouting the loudest. Visibility isn’t about chasing followers — it’s about being known for the right reasons by the right people, and that starts with reconnecting to your purpose.

I’ll walk you through some simple mindset shifts and practical ways to show up in your business that feel good (not forced), and help you move from hidden and hesitant to visible and valued.

💡 You don’t need millions of followers to make a meaningful impact — just the quiet confidence to show up as you, one conversation at a time.

🛠️ Helpful Links:
🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck
📖 Read my book
💬 Work with me


If today’s episode gave you a boost, I’d love to hear about it. Send me a DM on Instagram @libbylangley, or find me on LinkedIn and let me know what’s resonated. You deserve to be seen — in the way that works for you.

Speak soon,

Libby x.

There’s a myth out there that success means a seven-figure business, a flashy team, and an agency setup — but that’s not the only way to grow. In fact, I believe (and have experienced firsthand) that staying small can often be the most powerful route to success.

In this episode, I’m talking about what it really means to be a “company of one,” why I made my staff redundant and returned to working from home, and how redefining success helped me build a simpler, more profitable, and much happier business. We’ll explore how outsourcing key tasks — like to a VA, a podcast editor, or an accountant — can still support growth without giving away your autonomy or peace of mind.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to go bigger just because that’s what the internet says, I’m here to give you full permission to say “no thanks” — and grow your business your way.

💡 Staying small doesn’t mean playing small — it means choosing sustainability, alignment, and joy over unnecessary complexity.

🛠️ Helpful Links:
🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck
📖 Read my book
💬 Work with me

Are you a proud company of one? Or dreaming of a simpler, leaner business? I’d love to hear what success looks like for you. DM me on Instagram @libbylangley or find me on LinkedIn — let’s chat about staying small and growing on your own terms.

Here’s to doing business with clarity, freedom, and fun.

Libby x

Let’s talk about authenticity — yes, that overused word — but in a way that actually means something. Today I’m sharing what it really looks like to embrace your quirks, your imperfections, your slightly chaotic brain, and be confident in showing up just as you are.

From forgetting names mid-sentence (EdgeRank, anyone?) to ditching the pressure to edit every pause or wrinkle out of existence, this episode is a love letter to being real — because being real is what builds true connection. I’ll share stories from my own unmasking journey, my reflections post-autism and ADHD diagnosis, and why trying to “polish up” who we are is not only exhausting but entirely unnecessary.

Whether you’re filming stories, hosting a podcast, or speaking on stage, people want you. The less energy you waste on editing or pretending, the more you have to actually grow your business — on your terms.

You don’t need to be perfect to be powerful — just present.

🛠️ Helpful Links:
🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck
📖 Read my book
💬 Work with me

Ready to join the no-filter, no-fuss, confident-as-me movement? DM me on Instagram @libbylangley or drop me a message on LinkedIn. Just say: "I am confident as me." I’ll be cheering you on!

Here's to showing up as your full, unedited self — and building a business that fits.

Libby x

Let’s cut through the noise of instant success stories and focus on what really builds a sustainable, fulfilling business. In this episode, I’m talking about what it takes to go from being relatively unknown to becoming truly unforgettable — not through flashy tricks or overnight fame, but through quiet consistency, real connection, and a whole lot of staying power.

I’ll share my own journey, from running in-person social media workshops before Instagram was even a thing, to being introduced years later as “the go-to person” in my field (and how that felt surprisingly bittersweet). We’ll talk about how trust is built over time, how learning and evolving keeps you sharp, and how it’s possible to be unforgettable without being the loudest in the room.

Whether you’re just starting out or already well into your business journey, this is your reminder that you don’t need to hustle harder — you just need to keep showing up, doing what you say you’ll do, and staying true to the kind of business you actually want to run.

🛠️ Helpful Links:
🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck
📖 Read my book
💬 Work with me

Where are you on the journey — still finding your voice or already building a legacy? Message me on Instagram @libbylangley or connect with me on LinkedIn. I’d love to hear your story.

Here’s to being the kind of unforgettable that truly matters.

Libby x.

You don’t need a million followers — you need the right people in your corner. Here’s why your business (and your mindset) depends on who you spend your time with.

In this week’s episode of Life in Business, I’m talking about something that affects every single one of us — the people we surround ourselves with. Because whether you’re building a business or just trying to stay sane while working from home, who you spend time with makes all the difference.

I’ll take you through the journey of how my business (and life) changed when I joined the right community — and how being in the wrong rooms held me back. From the early days of networking lunches and lime-green branding to launching my Confidence to Grow program, I’ve learned that growth happens when you’re lifted by people who get it. The ones who energise you, challenge you, and make you want to reach higher.

We’ll talk about the loneliness of being a solo business owner, why post-COVID life has changed how we connect, and how to choose the communities and events that actually move your business forward — not drain you dry. If you’ve ever felt like you’re outgrowing your current circles or unsure where to find people who truly support you, this is the pep talk you need.

🛠️ Helpful Links:
🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck
📖 Read my book
💬 Work with me

 I’d love to hear who’s lifted you up in business. Who’s helped you think differently, feel more confident, or just reminded you you’re not alone? Message me on Instagram @libbylangley or find me on LinkedIn and share your reflections.

Here’s to consciously choosing connection — and letting the right people lift you higher.

Libby x