The Local Entrepreneur: How to plan, launch and grow your dream business

A big thanks to Jeff for reaching out with our very first listener question! What should you think about and consider when starting a new business with a friend? There's actually quite a bit... and like a lot of things in life it's critical to set things up right from the beginning. Listen now to find out more! To ask your question, contact Adam at [email protected] or using the form at https://tle.life - We'd love to hear from you!

Meet the super inspiring Dave Knight of DO3 coaching! With 20 years experience starting and building businesses both bricks-and-mortar, events and online in the sport/fitness industry, there's not many challenges Dave's not encountered and overcome! Discover exactly how he did it and how he's evolving his business for the digital world. Find out more about Dave and DO3 coaching at: https://www.do3.co.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/c/Do3swimbikerun https://www.instagram.com/do3swimbikerun/

LinkedIn is great in many ways but just like all social media it can harm your self belief and confidence. And that's a very dangerous thing when you're starting a new business.

OK you're getting some sales... but do you have Superfans? As Adam explains, every business should have Superfans. They're an indication that you are offering something exciting enough to grow, and help you steer the ship and maximise your offering.

Create a dynamite website for your small business: 1) Use a powerful Mission Image to connect with your visitors emotionally 2) Focus that connection with a few words a 9 year old would understand 3) Steer them towards a single realistic action 4) Counter what’s stopping them taking that action 5) Tell your authentic back story Here's some examples of great Mission Images: The National Trust Swim school