No Grit, No Pearl: Burnout, Business Collapse & Finding the Strength to Rise Again with Victoria Percival

Ask me anything: Your Business Questions, Answered Honestly

In this mini Q&A episode of In The Making, I’m answering real questions sent in by listeners and members of my audience. From navigating tricky client situations to making confident business decisions, these short episodes are designed to give honest, practical insight into the real challenges business owners face. Whether you're working in the wedding industry, running a creative business, or growing a service-based business, these listener-led episodes are here to support you through the decisions you're making every day. If you’ve ever wondered whether other business owners are facing the same challenges — trust me, they are.

From Idea to TV Show: Creating a Niche Business in the Wedding Industry with Daisy Amodio

How do you turn a completely new idea into a successful business? In this episode of In The Making, Lauren sits down with Daisy Amodio, founder of The Proposers — the UK’s first marriage proposal planning company. From creating a brand-new niche in the wedding industry to landing a TV show and planning over 5,000 proposals, Daisy shares the reality of building a unique business from scratch. This episode dives into marketing to an unconventional audience, navigating growth, and the truth about media exposure — including why a TV show didn’t necessarily translate into business growth. In this episode, we cover: * Building a niche business in the wedding industry * The story behind The Proposers * Marketing to men and a unique target audience * Landing a TV show and what it’s really like behind the scenes * Why visibility doesn’t always equal revenue * Scaling a creative service-based business * Lessons in entrepreneurship, growth, and resilience If you’re looking to stand out in a crowded market or build something different, this episode is full of insight into thinking creatively and backing your ideas.

Motherhood, Miscarriage & the Myth of Balance: Running a Business While Raising a Family with Holly from Wonderlust Events

TRIGGER WARNING: Miscarriage and pregnancy loss How do you run a business while navigating motherhood — especially when life doesn’t go to plan? In this deeply honest episode of In The Making, I sit down with Holly to talk about the reality of running a business while becoming a parent — and the emotional journey that comes with it. Together, we share the conversations that so many business owners have quietly behind closed doors — from pregnancy planning and miscarriage to maternity leave, returning to work, and navigating the constant juggle between career and family life. This episode includes a trigger warning for pregnancy loss, as Holly openly shares her experience of miscarriage and the emotional impact of navigating grief while continuing to run a business. It’s a conversation rooted in honesty, vulnerability, and the importance of speaking about topics that often feel difficult to say out loud. We also talk about the reality of parenting while running a business — the mental load, the guilt, the pressure to “balance it all,” and the truth that balance often feels impossible. At its heart, this episode is about reassurance — that you’re not alone, and that behind the scenes, many of us are navigating the same challenges.

Running a Business with ADHD: Systems, Focus & Managing a Creative Brain as an Entrepreneur

What is it really like running a business with ADHD? In this honest solo episode of In The Making, Lauren shares how ADHD impacts her day-to-day life as a business owner — from productivity and focus to systems, routines, and managing a constantly busy mind. Three years after her ADHD diagnosis, Lauren opens up about what works, what doesn’t, and how she has built a business that supports the way her brain works — not against it. This episode covers everything from morning routines and exercise to business systems, structure, and the reality of balancing creativity with organisation. In this episode, we cover: * How ADHD affects productivity as a business owner * Creating systems and processes that support a creative brain * Managing focus, energy, and overwhelm * The role of exercise, routine, and habits * Why ADHD can be a superpower in business * The challenges of ideas, distractions, and execution * Real-life strategies for running a business with ADHD Whether you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD, suspect you might have it, or simply feel overwhelmed running a business, this episode offers relatable insight and practical perspective. 🎧 A candid conversation on entrepreneurship, creativity, and real life behind the scenes.

Rewriting the Rules: Building a Category-Defining Bridesmaids Brand with Katie from Rewritten

What happens when you spot a gap in the market — and decide to build the thing that doesn’t exist? In this episode of In The Making, I’m joined by Katie, co-founder of Rewritten, the bridesmaids and occasionwear brand that helped redefine what modern bridal parties wear. Katie shares the story behind building a brand that challenged tradition — moving away from the outdated, one-style-fits-all bridesmaid dress and creating something more contemporary, wearable, and design-led. From sketching their first collection and launching with just a handful of styles, to navigating partnerships, scaling a product-based business, and expanding into international markets, this episode gives a real behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to grow a fashion brand from idea to global recognition. We also talk honestly about the realities of running a business with a co-founder — navigating friendship, challenges, disagreements, and personal hardships while protecting the future of the brand.