How to Stop Winging it in Business with Alice Benham

Winging it in business refers to making decisions without a clear plan or strategy. Instead of carefully thinking through decisions, some entrepreneurs choose to make things up as they go, which can lead to confusion, mistakes, and missed opportunities. Those who take the time to plan and prepare have a better chance of success. Do you want to level up your business game and start winning with a clear plan?

In this episode, Alice Benham, a seasoned business and marketing expert, shares valuable insights on being intentional with our money-making strategies in business. With her impressive experience of building a business from scratch at a young age and achieving remarkable growth, Alice offers practical tips for success. She emphasises the importance of intentionality when it comes to generating revenue and provides guidance on how to go beyond the initial stages of entrepreneurship. Tune in to discover how to build a solid foundation and soar to new heights in your business endeavours.  

Episode Highlights:
[00:01] Episode intro and what’s in for you today
[03:27] A bit about Alice Benham and the value she brings to the table
[05:19] How Alice’s financial journey in business has been like
[08:54] How long it took her to be confident and grounded in her business
[12:33] Memories of shame from mistakes earlier made in business
[17:06 ] Alice’s relationship with money
[21:11] The best and easiest way to deal with your money issues
[30:04] The infinite nature of money
[37:43] Commercial Break
[39:15] Strategies Alice uses to help her clients come out of their financial chaos
[01:04:00] Call to action and ending the show

Standout Quotes:
“No one feels ready for business. The more a business grows, the more financial complexity you have to manage.”- Alice [14:17]
“In business, the lessons are hard, and they do not stop.”- Alice [15:36]
“The best and easiest way to sort your money issues is to start a business. You cannot avoid it.’-Alice [21:11]
“You cannot run a business and not be good with money because if you don’t, your business will fail.” - Alice [21:53]
“Fulfilment does not rest on that next level of income. Things get harder the more you make money.  ”-Alice [30:04]


Stay Connected

Alice Benham

Website: https://www.alicebenham.co.uk/

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/alice_benham/

Podcast: https://www.alicebenham.co.uk/podcast

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As Australia’s leading tax experts, the team are here to help, offering on-going support for individuals and small businesses, and FREE BAS services for all newcomers. Get more, for sure, with H&R Block. 

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How to Stop Winging it in Business with Alice Benham
Winging it in business refers to making decisions without a clear plan or strategy. Instead of carefully thinking through decisions, some entrepreneurs choose to make things up as they go, which can lead to confusion, mistakes, and missed opportunities. Those who take the time to plan and prepare have a better chance of success. Do you want to level up your business game and start winning with a clear plan?
In this episode, Alice Benham, a seasoned business and marketing expert, shares valuable insights on being intentional with our money-making strategies in business. With her impressive experience of building a business from scratch at a young age and achieving remarkable growth, Alice offers practical tips for success. She emphasises the importance of intentionality when it comes to generating revenue and provides guidance on how to go beyond the initial stages of entrepreneurship. Tune in to discover how to build a solid foundation and soar to new heights in your business endeavours.  
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">[00:01] Episode intro and what’s in for you today</li>
<li aria-level="1">[03:27] A bit about Alice Benham and the value she brings to the table</li>
<li aria-level="1">[05:19] How Alice’s financial journey in business has been like</li>
<li aria-level="1">[08:54] How long it took her to be confident and grounded in her business</li>
<li aria-level="1">[12:33] Memories of shame from mistakes earlier made in business</li>
<li aria-level="1">[17:06 ] Alice’s relationship with money</li>
<li aria-level="1">[21:11] The best and easiest way to deal with your money issues</li>
<li aria-level="1">[30:04] The infinite nature of money</li>
<li aria-level="1">[37:43] Commercial Break</li>
<li aria-level="1">[39:15] Strategies Alice uses to help her clients come out of their financial chaos</li>
<li aria-level="1">[01:04:00] Call to action and ending the show</li>
</ul>
Standout Quotes:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"> “No one feels ready for business. The more a business grows, the more financial complexity you have to manage.”- Alice [14:17]</li>
<li aria-level="1">“In business, the lessons are hard, and they do not stop.”- Alice [15:36]</li>
<li aria-level="1">“The best and easiest way to sort your money issues is to start a business. You cannot avoid it.’-Alice [21:11]</li>
<li aria-level="1">“You cannot run a business and not be good with money because if you don’t, your business will fail.” - Alice [21:53]</li>
<li aria-level="1">“Fulfilment does not rest on that next level of income. Things get harder the more you make money.  ”-Alice [30:04]</li>
</ul>
 Stay Connected
Alice Benham
Website: <a href="https://www.alicebenham.co.uk/">https://www.alicebenham.co.uk/</a>
Instagram:  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alice_benham/">https://www.instagram.com/alice_benham/</a>
Podcast: <a href="https://www.alicebenham.co.uk/podcast">https://www.alicebenham.co.uk/podcast</a>
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Thanks to our Season Sponsor H&amp;R Block. 
As Australia’s leading tax experts, the team are here to help, offering on-going support for individuals and small businesses, and FREE BAS services for all newcomers. Get more, for sure, with H&amp;R Block. 
Visit <a href="https://www.hrblock.com.au/business-services/small-business/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.hrblock.com.au/business-services/small-business/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1684451735712000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3rdYc7ExAn-XYfu_iCobJN">hrblock.com.au</a> to book an appointment.

Welcome to Broke Business – the money podcast for business owners, brought to you by The Broke Generation.

Broke Business was born out of my own experience dealing with the unique financial realities of self-employment. Going from employed, to employed with side hustle, to full time self employment has been... interesting to say the least. Being in business completely transforms your relationship with money, and presents new opportunities and challenges along the way. I created Broke Business as a space to have more conversations about money in business.

Broke Business will bring you:
tips on managing money as a business owner or freelancer
support on the financial challenges of self employment
ideas on how to make more money – and feel confident doing it!
insights into how your sense of self plays a role in business finances
an understanding of your own financial psychology in business
stories, insights and advice from fellow business owners who 'get it'
welcome relief from the 'girl boss' business narrative 
tips on resilience and bravery in business
a real, unfiltered look at the intersection of business and money
money conversations specifically for business owners and self employed people

Hosted by Financial Behaviour Expert, Emma Edwards, Broke Business will leave you feeling seen and heard when it comes to business and money, and give you practical and emotional advice on how to feel more financially confident in your business. 

Find Emma on Instagram at @the.brokegeneration. 

Welcome to Broke Business – the money podcast for business owners, brought to you by The Broke Generation.
Broke Business was born out of my own experience dealing with the unique financial realities of self-employment. Going from employed, to employed with side hustle, to full time self employment has been... interesting to say the least. Being in business completely transforms your relationship with money, and presents new opportunities and challenges along the way. I created Broke Business as a space to have more conversations about money in business.
Broke Business will bring you:
<ul>
<li>tips on managing money as a business owner or freelancer</li>
<li>support on the financial challenges of self employment</li>
<li>ideas on how to make more money – and feel confident doing it!</li>
<li>insights into how your sense of self plays a role in business finances</li>
<li>an understanding of your own financial psychology in business</li>
<li>stories, insights and advice from fellow business owners who 'get it'</li>
<li>welcome relief from the 'girl boss' business narrative </li>
<li>tips on resilience and bravery in business</li>
<li>a real, unfiltered look at the intersection of business and money</li>
<li>money conversations specifically for business owners and self employed people</li>
</ul>
Hosted by Financial Behaviour Expert, Emma Edwards, Broke Business will leave you feeling seen and heard when it comes to business and money, and give you practical and emotional advice on how to feel more financially confident in your business. 
Find Emma on Instagram at @the.brokegeneration.

Broke Business

On season one of Broke Business you will hear insights from Emma Edwards of The Broke Generation all about financial psychology, behaviour and business ownership. You'll also be privy to practical tips from tax experts and pricing professionals, and lots of rich stories from other business owners on how they feel about money in their businesses.

On season one of Broke Business you will hear insights from Emma Edwards of The Broke Generation all about financial psychology, behaviour and business ownership. You'll also be privy to practical tips from tax experts and pricing professionals, and lots of rich stories from other business owners on how they feel about money in their businesses.

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