3 Essential Things All Creatives MUST know in 2026!

3 Essential Things All Creatives MUST know in 2026!

In this episode of The Business Amplifier Podcast, Andrew Laws sits down with creative professional James Kindred to discuss the evolving landscape for designers and freelancers in 2026. The conversation focuses on three critical pillars: robust contracts, the shift from production to curation, and the necessity of human authenticity. James explains how "ghosting clauses" can protect a freelancer's time and how creatives must move beyond "pushing pixels" to become curators of taste in an AI-driven world. This episode provides a roadmap for creatives who want to empower their clients while maintaining their value as strategic partners. Find James Kindred on LinkedIn --> https://www.linkedin.com/in/sketchybear/ Visit https://j-kindred.com/

3 crucial reasons you MUST believe in yourself as a business owner

Are you busy being busy, or are you actually moving your business forward? In this episode, Andrew Laws and Karen Bashford break down three critical reasons why self-belief is essential for any business owner. They discuss how a lack of belief leads to procrastination, people-pleasing, and a total loss of structural flow. Karen shares how to identify the early warning signs of procrastination, such as getting another coffee or getting lost on YouTube, and why setting firm boundaries is the only way to stop doing work you do not actually like. You will also learn a simple questioning and writing technique to help you get out of your own head and back into control of your business. Find out more about Karen at https://karenbashford.com/ Connect with Karen at https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-bashford-empower-you/

Three Facebook posts that will get you leads

In this episode, content marketing expert and entrepreneur Deirdre Tshien shares a three-post framework designed to help business owners generate leads through authentic conversations. If you're tired of posting content that goes nowhere, these ideas will help you start fresh and build better engagement. We cover: * The "Say Me" post that gets people commenting and asking for more * The "Why" post that adds depth and builds trust with your audience * The "Behind the Scenes" post that shows your real process and encourages connection Deirdre also talks about CAPSHO, the tool she co-founded to help busy entrepreneurs repurpose their content quickly and easily. By uploading a podcast or video, users can generate everything from social media posts to lead magnets in minutes. If you're looking for a smarter way to turn content into leads, this episode is a must-listen. 👉 Connect with Deirdre on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deirdretshien/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/deirdretshien/] 🌐 Explore CAPSHO: https://www.capsho.com [https://www.capsho.com]

3 ways to ruin your podcast!

Guest: Seth Goldstein Launching a podcast? Thinking of just hitting record and letting the magic happen? Think again. In this episode of The Business Amplifier Podcast, Andrew Laws is joined by digital marketing expert and podcaster Seth Goldstein to discuss the three sure-fire ways to ruin your podcast before it’s even off the ground. Together, they break down: * Why ‘just talking’ won’t cut it * The catastrophic mistake of not pressing record (yes, really) * The power of cadence and planning in podcasting Seth and Andrew also share horror stories from the podcasting trenches, including forgotten record buttons and chaotic first episodes. Whether you’re a podcasting veteran or considering starting your first show, this episode is packed with practical advice, laughs, and some brilliantly bad analogies. Follow Seth Goldstein: YouTube – https://youtube.com/@entrepreneursenigma [https://youtube.com/@entrepreneursenigma] Instagram – https://instagram.com/s3th.me [https://instagram.com/s3th.me] LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethmgoldstein/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethmgoldstein/] Key takeaway: Have a plan, hit record, and show up consistently. That’s how you avoid being eaten by a metaphorical wolf.

Three Ways Fitness Fuels Business Growth – with Paul Wilkinson

In this episode of The Business Amplifier Podcast, Andrew Laws is joined by Paul Wilkinson from Latitude Fitness to explore the unlikely but powerful connection between physical fitness and business success. Paul reveals how fitness is more than a personal benefit—it’s a business asset. Drawing from his own transition from a legal career to the fitness world, Paul shares the three transformative ways fitness can take business owners from burnout to brilliance. What You'll Learn: * Why fitness is the "first domino" in a chain of positive changes * How poor health may be quietly costing your business money * The underestimated role of personal presence and leadership through fitness * Why fitness doesn’t have to start with ice baths and kale smoothies Key Quote: "If you're just surviving through the day instead of thriving, it's costing your business—whether you realise it or not." – Paul Wilkinson Find Paul on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-wilkinson-latitude Find out more about Paul's work here: https://latitude-wellness.uk/