Work, Life, and What Matters Most: Yvonne Cookson on Family, Fear, and Fulfilment

Gavin Ingham From the Met to Mindset: How Change and Choice Shape Success

In this inspiring episode, Chloe chats with Gavin Ingham, a business owner, motivational speaker, and financial adviser with an extraordinary story. From his early career in the Metropolitan Police to becoming an international motivational speaker and now a successful financial adviser, Gavin shares how embracing change and staying true to your values can shape both personal and professional success. He reflects on pivotal moments that reshaped his outlook — including losing his father, surviving the uncertainty of 9/11, and redefining success during the pandemic. Gavin’s journey shows how mindset, adaptability, and self-belief can turn life’s detours into defining opportunities. 💡 Key Themes & Takeaways * Embracing Change: Why every career shift can build transferable skills and new perspectives. * Mindset Matters: How personal development, NLP, and belief systems drive long-term success. * Authenticity & Values: The importance of aligning success with your true priorities — not just financial gain. * Action Over Intention: “It’s not who you are underneath. It’s what you do that defines you.” * Balance & Family: How to measure success by the quality of your relationships, not just your results. * Practical Wisdom: Prioritisation and focus — learning to identify “the one thing” that makes everything else easier or unnecessary. 🌟 About the Guest Gavin Ingham has spent over 25 years helping people unlock their potential — first as an international motivational speaker, and now as a financial adviser helping clients align their finances with their life goals. His passion lies in empowering individuals and businesses to live and work in alignment with their values. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share Strings to Your Bow with anyone who might find it helpful!  Thanks for tuning in—I’ll see you next time for another inspiring conversation. Until then, keep discovering your strengths and adding new strings to your bow!  Follow me on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560636266457&locale=en_GB] Connect with me on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/virtualbusinessmanagement/ ] Say 'hi' on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/weareandiamoassist/] Find out more about Andiamo Business Assistance [https://www.andiamoassist.co.uk]

Frances Day - Your Self Worth is Your Self Worth

In this episode of Strings to Your Bow, host Chloe Weatherhead talks to Frances Day, founder of Wise Women and author of Dive in Deep to Climb High. Frances shares her journey from running a marketing agency to blending spirituality, energy work, and business coaching. She explains how writing her book transformed her life and work, how intuition plays a central role in her business, and why women should reconnect with their feminine power to lead with joy and authenticity. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: * How Frances’ book Dive in Deep to Climb High became the catalyst for her spiritual and professional transformation. * The importance of blending intuition with action in business. * Why following joy and authenticity leads to long-term success. * The role of the “five brains” (head, heart, gut, and two etheric ones) in decision-making. * How Frances created Feminine Roar to help women in business connect with their gifts and medicine. Memorable Quotes: * “When you’re in flow, opportunities and support appear.” – Frances Day * “If faced with two paths, choose the one that feels good—joy raises your vibration and attracts the right clients.” – Frances Day * “Being authentic builds trust, and it attracts the people you truly want to work with.” – Frances Day Resources & Links: * Frances Day’s book: Dive in Deep to Climb High * Frances’ initiative: Feminine Roar * Connect with Frances: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesdayceo/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesdayceo/], https://www.instagram.com/francesdaycoach/ If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share Strings to Your Bow with anyone who might find it helpful!  Thanks for tuning in—I’ll see you next time for another inspiring conversation. Until then, keep discovering your strengths and adding new strings to your bow!  Follow me on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560636266457&locale=en_GB] Connect with me on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/virtualbusinessmanagement/ ] Say 'hi' on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/weareandiamoassist/] Find out more about Andiamo Business Assistance [https://www.andiamoassist.co.uk]

Work, Life, and What Matters Most: Yvonne Cookson on Family, Fear, and Fulfilment

In this episode of Strings to Your Bow, Chloe is joined by Yvonne Cookson from iThink 365. Yvonne shares her inspiring journey from accountant to tech industry professional and business leader, exploring how personal experiences, resilience, and authenticity have shaped her career and contributed to her success. Listeners will hear Yvonne talk candidly about her career pivots, launching her own award-winning accountancy practice, her personal challenges including parenting and an ADHD diagnosis, and how these experiences have influenced her professional life. Key Topics Covered * Yvonne’s career journey: from accountant to business leader at iThink 365 * Transitioning industries and embracing new challenges * Balancing parenthood with career ambitions * How personal resilience and adaptability translate into business success * The role of authenticity in professional relationships and leadership * Influence of role models, family, and mentors * Overcoming fears and personal achievements, including co-authoring mindfulness books and skydiving * Lessons learned about collaboration, trust, and diversity in the workplace Highlights / Quotes * “Business was my passion; accountancy was never my passion.” – Yvonne Cookson * “What you see is what you get with me. I’m the same at work as I am in my personal life.” – Yvonne Cookson * “My children have spurred me on throughout my career – anything is possible if you put your mind to it.” – Yvonne Cookson * “The lessons we take from life are the foundations of our business success.” – Chloe Weatherhead Resources & Links * iThink 365: https://www.ithink365.com * Connect with Yvonne Cookson: [LinkedIn Profile] (insert link) * Follow Strings to Your Bow on social media using #StringsToYourBowPodcast If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share Strings to Your Bow with anyone who might find it helpful!  Thanks for tuning in—I’ll see you next time for another inspiring conversation. Until then, keep discovering your strengths and adding new strings to your bow!  Follow me on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560636266457&locale=en_GB] Connect with me on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/virtualbusinessmanagement/ ] Say 'hi' on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/weareandiamoassist/] Find out more about Andiamo Business Assistance [https://www.andiamoassist.co.uk]

Mike Mandeville - From Burnout to Business Ownership

In this episode of Strings to Your Bow, Chloe Weatherhead talks with Mike Mandeville about his unconventional journey—from working on oil rigs in Abu Dhabi at 14 to the Army reserves, marketing, and ultimately self-employment. Mike shares how early experiences, family influences, and personal challenges shaped his approach to business, leadership, and life. Learn how: * Personal and career experiences can shape your unique superpower in business. * Trusting your instincts and judgment is key to self-employment success. * Resilience, adaptability, and reliability create lasting impact. Key Takeaways: * Success is personal—focus on stability and values, not just titles or income. * Your upbringing and early experiences shape your work ethic and leadership style. * Going self-employed can give you freedom, responsibility, and confidence. * Being reliable and supportive is a legacy that lasts longer than monetary success. Guest Bio: Mike Mandeville is co-founder of Chip Engineering, an industrial electrical company specialising in asphalt plants. His career spans working in Abu Dhabi, the Army reserves, marketing, and now entrepreneurship. Mike is passionate about hands-on work, teamwork, and building a business grounded in trust and reliability. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share Strings to Your Bow with anyone who might find it helpful!  Thanks for tuning in—I’ll see you next time for another inspiring conversation. Until then, keep discovering your strengths and adding new strings to your bow!  Follow me on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560636266457&locale=en_GB] Connect with me on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/virtualbusinessmanagement/ ] Say 'hi' on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/weareandiamoassist/] Find out more about Andiamo Business Assistance [https://www.andiamoassist.co.uk]

Vienda Maria - Self-Trust, Surrender, and Success: The Mentor's Mindset

In this episode, Chloe speaks with Vienda, founder of The Mentor Training, about turning lived experiences into professional superpowers. From studying psychology to creating a globally recognised mentoring certification, Vienda shares her journey of self-trust, resilience, and embracing fear as a signal for growth. Key Takeaways * Fear vs. growth: Fear is often a sign that you’re moving in the right direction. * Self-trust is key: Business success comes from trusting yourself rather than copying others’ models. * Life experience matters: Personal challenges often equip us with the empathy and insight to support others. * Authenticity attracts: Vulnerability and honesty create deeper connections than “perfect” appearances. * Adaptability mindset: Trust that life is working for you, cultivate inner safety, and surrender control over what you can’t change. * Business insight: Success is less about certainty and more about being comfortable with the unknown. Resources & Links 🌐 Learn more at: thementortraining.com  📲 Follow Vienda on Instagram: @viendamaria [https://www.instagram.com/viendamaria?utm_source=chatgpt.com] If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share Strings to Your Bow with anyone who might find it helpful!  Thanks for tuning in—I’ll see you next time for another inspiring conversation. Until then, keep discovering your strengths and adding new strings to your bow!  Follow me on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560636266457&locale=en_GB] Connect with me on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/virtualbusinessmanagement/ ] Say 'hi' on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/weareandiamoassist/] Find out more about Andiamo Business Assistance [https://www.andiamoassist.co.uk]