Big Vision Business Owners with Chantelle Dyson
Chantelle Dyson
Join us on 'Big Vision Business Owners', the podcast for all ambitious and innovative entrepreneurs who are on a journey to amplify their purpose, spread their message, and make a true impact in the world with their business. Each week, alongside your host, Chantelle Dyson, you'll find ways to unlock the strategies and insights needed to overcome obstacles, connect with like-minded visionaries, and create a community of change-makers. We'll dive deep into the stories of successful purpose-driven business owners who have turned their dreams into reality, and we'll also explore practical tips and techniques for growing your business, expanding your i...
24 - Why Your Business DOESN'T Need a Podcast
Embark on a journey through the nuanced terrain of podcasting, especially tailored for the discerning product-based entrepreneur. We're tearing down the one-size-fits-all facade and laying out the essential strategies you need to stand out in the saturated market of audio storytelling. From understanding when a podcast might actually detract from your business to embracing the DANCE methodology for content perfection, we're here to guide you through the importance of a well-crafted pod
Apr 25, 2024 • 25:07
What a Parkrun Taught Me About Business Strategy, Mental Agility, and Success | IHMIY Ep 11
Every week, I get up for a ParkRun. Okay, most weeks. It's not for good reason that I'll often miss a ParkRun (yes, having your hair done the day before is a good reason) and I'll even visit other ParkRuns is I'm somewhere else in the country to make sure I don't miss out. But this isn't just about fitness. Showing up to the parkrun, seeing my time every week, and being able to see my progress is having more than just an impact on m health and business. I run with a
Apr 22, 2024 • 17:56
4 Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make When Trying to Grow Their Podcast Downloads | Ep 23
We've all been there - launching a podcast and expecting people to listen. You've got a message to share with the world, you wanna do some good, AND grow your business at the same time...But time and time again, I see entrepreneurs, life coaches and therapists making the same mistakes with their podcasts. And it's okay, we've all gotta start somewhere when we launch a podcast. We're all gonna make those rookie mistakes... But if I can help you skip a few of those steps s
Apr 18, 2024 • 23:51
(I Haven’t Made It Yet) Juggling the World of Teaching by Day, and Startup Visionary by Night - Ep 10
Navigating the tightrope walk between a career in teaching and the entrepreneurial leap is no small feat, and this week I'm revealing the raw truths behind such a journey. Picture this: I'm prepping for a crucial business presentation, but I'm also on the clock at a school, ready to mold young minds. In this intimate sharing session, I recount how adjusting my teaching schedule created the breathing room my business desperately needed, while also dissecting the often sugarcoated s
Apr 15, 2024 • 15:52
How The Power and Art of Storytelling Can Make Your Podcast Stand Out Online | Ep 22
Picture this: you're about to make a presentation at a networking meeting, and you're asked by stranger "do you have any jack leads?" —how do you spin that into a compelling story? That's where the power of storytelling in podcasting comes to life, something I'm constantly fine-tuning on my own journey. This episode is a deep-dive into the art of crafting stories that stick with your audience, from using a story bank to draw out the perfect anecdote, to striking tha
Apr 11, 2024 • 20:07
(I Haven't Made It Yet) Yes, I'm Still in Teaching and Building a Business - Ep 9
I've been a teacher since 2014, when I started training in schools, and since 2022, I've been transitioning from education to entrepreneurship. Online, it's easy to see everyone talk about the success of their business and quitting their old industry. But I'm here to normalise doing it slowly, one step at a time, and to validate that finding a complementary balance between your old venture and new can be the way to make it work for you - even if that means getting to a stage
Apr 8, 2024 • 15:52
How Entrepreneurs Can Double Their Podcast Downloads in the Next 30 Days | Ep 21
If you're an entrepreneur that's been releasing their podcast consistently every week, hoping for more downloads but never seeing the results, then you're gonna want to listen in on this week's podcast episode. Today, I'm sharing the secret strategies to doubling your downloads in the next 30 days. In just one month, you can take your podcast downloads from 5 to 10, or 5000 to 10,000. And one of those strategies I even started back in February and it did exactly as it sa
Apr 4, 2024 • 16:42
(I Haven't Made It Yet) Why I've Given Up On Big Visions - Ep 8
Big visions drive me. I've always had big ideas, whatever role I'm in. Mixed Attainment Maths curriculums in teaching, building a community of single women to end loneliness, and changing the way the world thinks through podcast, and those are just the career ones! And sometimes life demands come into play, and in the interest of doing at least one of them well, we end up having to give up on some of our big dreams and visions to make way for new aspirations to unfold. It isn't ju
Apr 1, 2024 • 16:13
5 Things I Wish Knew When Starting A Podcast | Ep 20
It's always easier to look back and say "here's how to start a podcast" once you've already started one. The Single Girl's Guide to Life podcast started over 3 years ago, back in July 2021, and this podcast, Big Vision Business Owners, started 6 months ago. So from my two experiences starting a podcast, I'm gonna peel back the content to reveal how creating strategic content and fostering genuine engagement trumps any trending chart position. In this week'
Mar 28, 2024 • 21:53
(I Haven’t Made It Yet) Making Real-Life Connections Through Podcasting - Ep 7
When you put yourself out there online in the ways I do, it's a funny side effect when somebody knows you before you know them. It's a little bit "celebrity" to be recognised because someone who has seen or heard you online... but I LOVE meeting those people. And in this episode I'll share why those in-person, real-life connections, that come as a result of putting yourself out there and getting more people bring me joy and excitement. Want to start a podcast? Download t
Mar 25, 2024 • 10:08
"What If No One Listens To My Podcast?!" | Ep 19
When you first start a podcast, it's the dreaded fear of every entrepreneur turned podcast host - what if nobody listens to my podcast? And from there, the overthinking begins... Are my messages landing with the right people? Maybe I'm not "expert" enough.Why would anyone listen to me?The numbers are low and you don't know what's working yet - and in this episode, I'll be sharing how we can use that to our advantage. And I say this as someone that has started o
Mar 21, 2024 • 29:09
(I Haven’t Made It Yet) Why I Network Once a Week - Ep 6
People are always really shocked when I tell them I network at least once a week. That's my average. I head to at least one event every single week, mostly in person, to network in the local community, or further afield if I'm heading to a conference or training. And that's because networking, at the startup stage of my business, is pivotal for my business. It's the bit I got wrong in my first business, the part I didn't spend enough time doing. Despite being time-rich,
Mar 18, 2024 • 13:21
Why Downloads Aren’t The Best Way to Measure Podcast Success
I hear it all the time - "How do I get more downloads on my podcast?", "How can I make it to the top of the charts?"And I get it - these metrics are the only measures we're automatically provided with when it comes to podcast hosting platforms and the public perception of how successful your podcast is doing. But with nearly three years of podcasting experience, I can tell you that from a business perspective, the download numbers and chart position aren't the crux
Mar 14, 2024 • 16:49
(I Haven’t Made It Yet) I MADE A SALE! - Ep 5
Early into the "I Haven't Made It Yet Series" self doubt crept in as the sales hadn't yet. (You can head back to Episode 2 to find out about it). It's been a quiet few months in 2024, showing up every day working on the marketing, the lead gen, sales techniques... you name it, I'm doing it in some way. And despite those efforts, I hadn't yet secured a sale in 2024. But this week, I finally did it. Because this isn't like a PAYE job. You don't know whe
Mar 11, 2024 • 12:23
How Long Does It ACTUALLY Take To Start & Launch A Podcast? | Ep 17
Today's episode is all about starting a podcast. Whilst you can pick up your phone, record an episode and get it all uploaded to Buzzsprout (or any other podcast host) within a few moments, sometimes we can get in our own way. Plus, there's ways to leverage this launch and use it to your advantage. So with "starting a podcast" being on SO many people's lists, I'm sharing how long it *actually* takes to launch - so that you can reverse engineer from your launch date
Mar 7, 2024 • 22:26
(I Haven’t Made It Yet) What’s the Big Vision for your Business?! - Ep 4
I didn’t know it before this year, but until recently, I’d been playing it small in my business. When I first jumped across from teaching to business, I was thinking about hourly rates, what would cover my working, and adopting a self-employed model, working from my previous experiences as a freelancer in theatre. But over the past 2 years, I’ve realised that if you’re building a business, your visions gotta be bigger.If you’re not gonna be burnt out from wearing all the hats all the time, you’r
Mar 4, 2024 • 20:06
Two Ways To Get Your Podcast Seen WITHOUT Posting More To Social Media | Ep 16
In this episode, I'm moving social media to the side and sharing the TWO main methods for getting your podcast seen by the right people (i.e. your ideal clients), as well as dispelling the myth that podcast downloads are the measure of success of the podcast in your business. This makes sure your efforts are best placed to promote your podcast and get it seen by your ideal clients, rather than getting it seen by anyone and everyone, so that you can leverage the podcast to get more leads, cr
Feb 29, 2024 • 27:18
(IHMIY) Loneliness in Early Entrepreneurship - Ep 3
When I first started building a business from scratch, I didn't realise how completley alone I would be. I had jumped from a busy, full-time teaching job, with various additional responsibilities, to no job at all - just me, myself and time in my business. All that time, surely I was loving it?!WRONG. Despite the excitement and adventure of pursuing this new, flexible lifestyle, where I would be the one in control of my time, working on a project I loved and was passionate about, and could
Feb 27, 2024 • 17:27
What It's REALLY Like for Your Podcast to Go Viral For The First Time | Ep 15
Imagine you open up Instagram and you’re inundated with notifications. Comments, likes, follows. One of you videos has gone VIRAL – it's the dream, right?! But is the pursuit of virality in business marketing really all it's cracked up to be?When I first started marketing my life coaching business through content, getting views was *everything* and going viral was IT. And it didn’t take long before one of my Reels reached 10,000 views. A few months after that, a TikTok hit 200,000 vie
Feb 22, 2024 • 30:55
(IHMIY) Self-Doubt, Sales, and Inner Strength - Ep 2
This week, I had a moment of doubt creep in. As somebody that is inherently optimistic, positive and energetic, this is an infrequent experience for me. The toll of business however, can get the better of me and it reminds me of the human being that I am, and how it can't always feel breezy and that even with bouts of resilience and positivity, there will be moments of doubt. In this episode, I talk about where that doubt has crept in, how it's affected me and what I did about it. And
Feb 19, 2024 • 21:16
The ONE Thing You Need To Make Your Podcast A Success | Ep 14
Starting a podcast is one of the biggest moves you can make in your business to increase your visibility and get known for what you do. But if you don’t have this ONE thing sorted behind your podcast, it’ll fall flat, you’ll lose momentum and you won’t show up like you need to in order to make your podcast a success. If you’re looking to build authority and be seen as the expert in your industry, you need to get this ONE element of your podcast sorted before you get going 💪🏻Want to start a pod
Feb 14, 2024 • 31:45
(IHMIY) I Haven’t “Made It” Yet - and That’s Okay! - Ep 1
Welcome to this *NEW* second of style of podcast within the Big Vision Business Owner world called “Haven’t Made It Yet”. It’s the side I’ll be sharing as the new business owner, navigating her way through business life on a path to “Making It” as someone who hasn’t yet made it. It’s an invitation to join me on this journey - one which you may be further ahead than me, or following in the footsteps of. Wherever you are, you’re welcome to join me, Chantelle Dyson, as I peel back the curtain on a
Feb 12, 2024 • 21:28
Strategies for Making Your Podcast Stand Out Online | Ep 13
Welcome to this episode of the Big Vision Business Owners Podcast, where I delve deep into the topic of standing out online in today's competitive digital landscape. If you're worried another company in the same industry as you will take up all the space online, this episode will bring you insights and strategies to help you shine amidst the crowd.I'm here to tell you that even in a crowded market, there are methods to use to stand out online like no other in your industry is doin
Feb 8, 2024 • 30:56
5 Surprising Ways to Make Money from Your Podcast in 2024 | Ep 12
Ready to make money from your podcast? It's one of the first things people talk to me about when they launch a podcast, so I'm here to share the 5 surprising ways you can make money from your podcast and how it can be part of your long-term revenue stream in your business. The road to monetisation isn't an easy one, but there are more ways than just getting a sponsorship to bring in funds from your podcast, and I'll be talking about them today as well as the pros and cons tha
Feb 1, 2024 • 32:03
Should You Niche Down In Podcasting and Business? (A definitive answer!) | Ep 11
To niche or not to niche, that IS the question on ever business owners niche (and we say it like "neesh" not "nitch" FYI!)Niching down is an age-old discussion as to whether to or whether not, and I'll be giving you my insights and a very definitive answer as to whether you should niche down in your business (or your podcast) or not.Whether you're a seasoned podcaster looking to get more eyes (and ears) on your content or an entrepreneur seeking a competitive edge,
Jan 25, 2024 • 26:47
How to Get Your Coaching Business Seen When You've Got No Followers | Ep 10
In this episode, I'll share the powerful strategies to skyrocket the visibility of your coaching business, even if you're starting from scratch with zero followers. From leveraging social media tactics to crafting compelling content, I'll give you actionable insights to help you stand out in the crowded online space. Tune in to learn practical steps, overcome initial challenges, and build a strong online presence that attracts your target audience. Don't let a lack of followe
Jan 18, 2024 • 29:07
Why Your Podcast Doesn't Need to be Perfect For You To Post It | Ep 9
*THIS EPISODE IS COMPLETELY UNEDITED* - except for the intro music, I've left this episode exactly as it was when I recorded it. The reason? So that you could hear what a podcast with no editing sounds like, and realise that stutters and mistakes are absolutely fine, so that you can finally get over your perfectionism and actually get that podcast recorded, once and for all. Honestly, I thought about this episode *a lot* more than usual. I rely on the edits to retake parts, but I've al
Jan 11, 2024 • 30:26
How to Use AI the RIGHT Way in 2024 | Ep 8
This week's episode of the Big Vision Business Owners podcast steps into the rapidly-evolving digital landscape where artificial intelligence (AI) has become a game-changer across various industries, transforming the way we approach marketing and business. In this episode, I delve into the multifaceted realm of AI, such as Chat GPT and Copy.ai, demystifying its applications from content creation to marketing strategies. I reveal the AI tools I'm using to help me save time and get it AL
Jan 4, 2024 • 26:31
How I Made 2023 EVEN More Successful Than 2022: An NYE Special Business Review | Ep 7
Whilst we all wind down for the end of the year, this week's episode comes out specially on New Year's Eve. My word for 2023 was "excitement" and from a personal experience, there have been trips to more places around the UK than ever before, attending conferences, going to gigs and attending the very special Eurovision.In my personal life, the introduction of "step-children" has brought on a new dynamic, and how that balances in with managing the business has been
Dec 28, 2023 • 42:34
Why Taylor Swift is the Greatest Entrepreneur of Our Time | Ep 6
Welcome to a special episode of "Big Vision Business Owners" with Chantelle Dyson, your podcast expert and online visibility coach, where we cut through the noise and get straight to the heart of why Taylor Swift is undeniably the Greatest Entrepreneur of our Time.Love her or not as a pop artist, it's time to give credit where credit is due. In this episode, I'll be separating the melody from the money and diving into the sharp business mind behind the music.Regardless of you
Dec 21, 2023 • 34:54
7 Podcasting Mistakes To Avoid Before You Launch Your Coaching Podcast | Ep 5
As a life coach or therapist, a podcast is a no-brainer to add to your business - it'll get your audience to know, like and trust you AND give you a stock of great content to use forever. You gain assets whilst making an impression with your audience. But 90% of podcasts don't make it past their third episode, and I'm here with this week's episode to make sure you're not one of those three. This week, I'll be discussing the 7 common podcast launch mistakes that coac
Dec 14, 2023 • 36:39
Cutting Content Creation Time in Half - Proven Strategies for Your Life Coaching Business | Ep 4
Welcome to the Big Vision Business Owners podcast, your go-to resource for impactful insights on content creation and online visibility. I'm Chantelle Dyson, your host and guide through the strategies that empower business owners to make a lasting impact. In today's episode, we tackle the challenge of saving time on content creation, emphasising the importance of strategic planning. Content creation can be the bane of your life as a business owner that's busy doing all the other a
Dec 7, 2023 • 33:48
Why Starting A Podcast Will Give Small Business Thought Leaders the Advantage in 2024 | Ep 3
In this episode, "Why Starting A Podcast Will Give Small Business Thought Leaders the Advantage in 2024," I unravel the unique benefits that podcasting offers to emerging thought leaders in the small business realm. Drawing from my personal journey running a successful podcast for my life coaching business for the past two years, I'll uncover the strategies, insights, and advantages that have contributed to my the 100,000 downloads and podcast that has charted in the Top 10 for Gr
Nov 30, 2023 • 29:28
What Makes A Big Vision Business Owner: From Self-Employed to Emerging Thoughtpreneur | Ep 2
If you're an ambitious entrepreneur seeking to evolve into a Big Vision Business Owner, join your host and podcast expert, Chantelle Dyson, as she unravels the essence of this exciting journey to entrepreneurship. In this episode, I share my personal experience of shifting my business mindset, exploring the critical moment when I distinguished between a self-employed mindset and a visionary business owner mindset at Tony Dada's First Social Entrepreneur Conference, where I was introduc
Nov 30, 2023 • 25:05
5 Ways to Increase The Online Visibility Of Your Coaching Business | Ep 1
Welcome to "Big Vision Business Owners," the podcast dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs with ambitious dreams and goals. Hosted by Chantelle Dyson, a seasoned podcast expert and visibility coach, this show goes beyond the basics, offering insights into the multifaceted journey of building a business with a significant impact.And we're kicking off with the number one thing you need in your business: Crafting a commanding online presence. So get ready for a deep dive into the str
Nov 30, 2023 • 37:00