A podcast for independent creatives. Packed with tips, advice, and food for thought for freelancers, founders, and business owners in creative industries. <br/><br/><a href="https://indiebusinessclub.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">indiebusinessclub.substack.com</a>
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A podcast for independent creatives. Packed with tips, advice, and food for thought for freelancers, founders, and business owners in creative industries. <br/><br/><a href="https://indiebusinessclub.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">indiebusinessclub.substack.com</a>
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May 18, 2026
38 Seaside: LIVE at Creator Day 2026 with Dave Harland and Lea Turner
<p><strong>This episode was recorded in front of a live studio audience at You Are The Media’s Creator Day 2026. Huge thanks to FOUNDRY for hosting us - check out their coworking spaces in London and across the South coast (Eastbourne, Poole, Walthamstow, Hove, Wandsworth and Bromley) </strong><a target="_blank" href="https://www.foundryuk.com/"><strong>right here</strong></a><strong>. </strong></p><p>I’m joined by a coupla LinkedIn legend Dave Harland and Lea Turner. Accidentally done two Lea episodes in a row because I’m a little behind in releasing recordings, but she’s worth it 😏 This is (somehow?!) the first episode with Dave despite him being mentioned in approx 87% of eps. </p><p><strong>We talked about all sorts including…</strong></p><p>how LinkedIn has changed since Lea and Dave first started out</p><p>what seems to work now</p><p>where the line is between sharing your personality without getting too personal</p><p>whether LinkedIn premium is worth it</p><p>how to navigate the feed</p><p>tips for young people at the start of their career (spoiler: don’t use AI for your posts)</p><p>the effectiveness (or lack of…) of company pages</p><p>the best people we’ve connected with on LinkedIn</p><p>how writing helps you find your voice</p><p>the benefits of trying to be interested instead of interesting</p><p>About my co-hosts </p><p><strong>Lea Turner</strong> is founder of <a target="_blank" href="http://the-holt.com"><strong>The HoLT</strong></a>, the community where freelancers, solopreneurs, and small business owners connect, share ideas, and grow together. </p><p>Before starting The HoLT Lea spent four years training people how to use LinkedIn to grow their business, and she should know having amassed (at the time of recording) over 177,000 LinkedIn followers. Find Lea <a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lea-turner/"><strong>on LinkedIn</strong></a> and find out more about how to become a HoLTie <a target="_blank" href="https://www.the-holt.com/"><strong>right here</strong></a>. </p><p><strong>Dave Harland</strong> aka The Wordman is a copywriter, event speaker and all-round good egg. He’s my biz partner at Copy Or Die - to can get us in <a target="_blank" href="https://copyordie.co.uk/"><strong>fill in our briefing form</strong></a><strong> 😉</strong> and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.thewordman.co.uk/newsletter/"><strong>get Dave’s emails here</strong></a>. He’s also working on his course on how to Write The Funny - <a target="_blank" href="https://www.thewordman.co.uk/course/"><strong>get on the waitlist</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p>Tracklist</p><p>This episode is named after the first track on The Kooks’ Inside In / Inside Out album which came out (brace yourself) 20 years ago. “D’ya want to go to the seasiiide” next year? Creator Day returns on Thursday 6th May 2027. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.creatorday.uk/"><strong>Get yourself on the guestlist</strong></a>. </p><p>Guesting</p><p>After I put it out there that I wanted to guest on more pods*, I got invited as a guest on the <a target="_blank" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/1OcDFqYPzyU3S9jvu0I3gQ?si=0GvMREJQSQehcgg5SfTNSw"><strong>Content Byte podcast</strong></a>, run by Rachel Smith (from Rachel’s List) and journalist and content writer Lynne Testoni. Together they serve up weekly short bites of advice, tips and strategies. My episode is out now, all about how to get lucky in your career. Listen <a target="_blank" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/1OcDFqYPzyU3S9jvu0I3gQ?si=0GvMREJQSQehcgg5SfTNSw"><strong>right here</strong></a> :) </p><p>*ICYMI this was the homework Charelle Griffith gave me<a target="_blank" href="https://indiebusinessclub.substack.com/p/b-side-how-im-going-to-grow-this"><strong> in this b-side episode</strong></a> of indie business club all about how I'll grow this podcast. </p><p>Byeeeeeee, </p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://substack.com/redirect/29269051-4a36-4fab-bdb8-72d016954ab6?j=eyJ1IjoiMjRxeHBmIn0.JY0nXOBjbWqDF3FgzKtTN_4ED2cYpv7i43iBoRKY8t4"><strong>Mel</strong></a> </p><p>Find my producer, theme composer and MUSE fan <a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/antphenderson/"><strong>Ant Henderson on LinkedIn</strong></a>. </p><p>And listen to indie business club wherever you cast your pods.</p><p>🎙️ <a target="_blank" href="https://substack.com/redirect/2863e896-cbe5-4d79-8ea2-09835aa734e9?j=eyJ1IjoiMjRxeHBmIn0.JY0nXOBjbWqDF3FgzKtTN_4ED2cYpv7i43iBoRKY8t4"><strong>Spotify</strong></a> / <a target="_blank" href="https://substack.com/redirect/093c5e99-cf99-4009-8e1d-5455269aca03?j=eyJ1IjoiMjRxeHBmIn0.JY0nXOBjbWqDF3FgzKtTN_4ED2cYpv7i43iBoRKY8t4"><strong>Apple podcasts</strong></a> / <a target="_blank" href="https://substack.com/redirect/f009f55b-92d7-4eb8-ba9c-186672b357ff?j=eyJ1IjoiMjRxeHBmIn0.JY0nXOBjbWqDF3FgzKtTN_4ED2cYpv7i43iBoRKY8t4"><strong>Amazon Music</strong></a> and <a target="_blank" href="https://substack.com/redirect/13b873d1-c0b5-40b0-89ed-7381271c4c06?j=eyJ1IjoiMjRxeHBmIn0.JY0nXOBjbWqDF3FgzKtTN_4ED2cYpv7i43iBoRKY8t4"><strong>Audible</strong></a></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://indiebusinessclub.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">indiebusinessclub.substack.com</a>
March 24, 2026
37 Fame Monster: being famous with Lea Turner
<p><strong>This episode is about the pros and cons of being (in my case, </strong><strong>very mildly</strong><strong>) famous in your industry</strong></p><p>I’m joined by LinkedIn legend, founder of The HoLT, and all-round wonderful human <strong>Lea Turner.</strong></p><p>Lea knows a thing or two about being famous - she’s built a following of over 208k followers across LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads.</p><p>In the episode we talk about…</p><p>- how Lea built her huge following</p><p>- what’s changed since she started posting on LinkedIn</p><p>- why fame is a luck multiplier</p><p>- how to get “more famous” in your industry</p><p>- why being famous isn’t all sunshine and lollipops</p><p>I invited Lea onto the podcast because sometimes I walk into a room and a couple of people know who I am, but I don’t know who they are. For Lea, it’s like that times a hundred. This balance of “power” is sometimes a bit strange to navigate, so I wanted to know how Lea copes with her microfame and what tips she has for people looking to grow their “personal brand”.</p><p>I hope you enjoy listening in on our candid conversation.</p><p><strong>About my co-host - Lea Turner</strong></p><p>Lea Turner is founder of <a target="_blank" href="http://the-holt.com"><strong>The Holt</strong></a>, the community where freelancers, solopreneurs, and small business owners connect, share ideas, and grow together.</p><p>Before starting The HoLT Lea spent four years training people how to use LinkedIn to grow their business, and she should know having amassed (at the time of recording) over 176,000 LinkedIn followers. Find Lea <a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lea-turner/"><strong>on LinkedIn right here</strong></a>.</p><p><strong>Tracklist</strong></p><p>This episode is named after the Lady Gaga album <strong>Fame Monster</strong>, with notable tracks Paparrazi, Money Honey and Beautiful, Dirty, Rich 😎</p><p><strong>Guesting</strong></p><p>After I put it out there that I wanted to guest on more pods*, the lovely Lucy Heavens invited me onto her <a target="_blank" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0SEzoPo1SI9jd7DqpPgtmW?si=RgmIvWXWR2mkSLsdCZjDGg&t=5&pi=oqoDe17dQUaFW"><strong>CMO Therapy podcast</strong></a>. My episode is out today, all about tone of voice. I had a lovely big ol’ chat with Lucy getting all passionate about word stuff. </p><p>Listen <a target="_blank" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0SEzoPo1SI9jd7DqpPgtmW?si=RgmIvWXWR2mkSLsdCZjDGg&t=5&pi=oqoDe17dQUaFW"><strong>right here</strong></a> :) </p><p><strong>Excuses, excuses</strong></p><p>I hoped to get this episode out about two weeks ago. But I was too busy with work. Then last week I was too busy having fun with my pals at The Marketing Meetup conference. ICYMI here’s <a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/melaniebarfield_sound-on-at-copy-or-die-were-trying-to-activity-7441793390817591297-FMAq?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAANzZTABz56wvLh6eSvX4wKvsWeUmNYqayw"><strong>my highlight reel from Dave Harland’s talk</strong></a>.When Ben left the podcast, I was determined to keep up putting episodes out every two to three weeks. But a heaptonne’s changed since then. Before, I was working with my three retainer clients (Copy Or Die, The Marketing Meetup, Bignose & Beardy).</p><p>Now, I’m still working with all three. But my role at Copy Or Die has, er, grown somewhat. Instead of working with COD founder Dave Harland one day a week I’m now full time as Dave’s Managing Partner and Brand Voice Lead. Which is a blimmin dream - he’s brilliant to work with and we have a lot of fun. Most importantly, our clients are happy bunnies. We’ve been nagged/advised by friend of the show (and next time’s guest) Jonny Rose on how to use video to better demo what we do. So expect some absolute cringe attempts as we “build in public” <strong>*</strong><strong>gulp</strong><strong>*.</strong></p><p>Byeeeeeee,</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://substack.com/redirect/29269051-4a36-4fab-bdb8-72d016954ab6?j=eyJ1IjoiMjRxeHBmIn0.JY0nXOBjbWqDF3FgzKtTN_4ED2cYpv7i43iBoRKY8t4"><strong>Mel</strong></a> PS: This was a long episode, so Will’s Bookshelf gets a break this time.</p><p>Find my producer, theme composer and man with a plan <a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/antphenderson/"><strong>Ant Henderson on LinkedIn</strong></a>.</p><p>And listen to indie business club wherever you cast your pods.</p><p>🎙️ <a target="_blank" href="https://substack.com/redirect/2863e896-cbe5-4d79-8ea2-09835aa734e9?j=eyJ1IjoiMjRxeHBmIn0.JY0nXOBjbWqDF3FgzKtTN_4ED2cYpv7i43iBoRKY8t4"><strong>Spotify</strong></a> / <a target="_blank" href="https://substack.com/redirect/093c5e99-cf99-4009-8e1d-5455269aca03?j=eyJ1IjoiMjRxeHBmIn0.JY0nXOBjbWqDF3FgzKtTN_4ED2cYpv7i43iBoRKY8t4"><strong>Apple podcasts</strong></a> / <a target="_blank" href="https://substack.com/redirect/f009f55b-92d7-4eb8-ba9c-186672b357ff?j=eyJ1IjoiMjRxeHBmIn0.JY0nXOBjbWqDF3FgzKtTN_4ED2cYpv7i43iBoRKY8t4"><strong>Amazon Music</strong></a> and <a target="_blank" href="https://substack.com/redirect/13b873d1-c0b5-40b0-89ed-7381271c4c06?j=eyJ1IjoiMjRxeHBmIn0.JY0nXOBjbWqDF3FgzKtTN_4ED2cYpv7i43iBoRKY8t4"><strong>Audible</strong></a></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://indiebusinessclub.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">indiebusinessclub.substack.com</a>
February 19, 2026
36 Delivery: newsletters with Molly Scanlan
<p><strong>How to use a newsletter to grow your business💌</strong></p><p>This time, I’m joined by Molly Scanlan to discuss how to grow your business using the ancient (okay, at least decades-old) art of writing newsletters. Like this one. But do as I say, not as I do. </p><p><strong>We talked about…</strong></p><p>- why you should start (or resurrect) your newsletter in 2026</p><p>- how a newsletter isn’t the same thing as email marketing</p><p>- examples of newsletters we love and why</p><p>- how a newsletter can “world build” as well as show your authority</p><p>- why you should talk about your newsletter “to an uncomfortable degree”</p><p>And your friend and mine Will Slater is back with <strong>#WillsBookClub</strong></p><p><strong>About my co-host - Molly Scanlan</strong></p><p>Molly Scanlan is a web designer, event speaker, quizmaster puzzlenerd and karaoke diva. She builds sustainable websites for non-evil businesses. The websites she makes are “better for the planet – but don’t look like they’re woven from brown rice”.</p><p>Like me, Molly is a columnist for Freelancer Magazine. She also co-founded a social enterprise and co-hosts <a target="_blank" href="https://coworkcrew.com/locations/london/"><strong>Cowork Crew London</strong></a> with your friend and mine Ange Lyons. She is busy. </p><p>Molly also has one of my favourite newsletters of all time (it’s SO short!) called <a target="_blank" href="https://www.mollygetsitdone.com/signup/"><strong>Molly Gets It Done</strong></a>, which is why I’ve asked her to join me on this episode. She’s also one of my business besties. Find her <a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/scanlanmolly/"><strong>on LinkedIn right here</strong></a>. </p><p><strong>Tracklist</strong></p><p>The name of this episode is <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79Y-EHqZNQA"><strong>Delivery</strong></a>, a song by Babyshambles from their 2007 album, Shotter’s Nation. I was single for the first time in my adult life in 2007. I had a great time. It’s also when I was last single because it’s the year I met Mr Barfield. 19 years ago?! Bloody hell.</p><p>It’s classic 00’s Britpop-rock and I chose it because if you send out newsletters you might choose to monitor your <strong>delivery</strong> rates and open rates… geddit? </p><p><strong>Resources</strong></p><p>In the episode, we talk about newsletters we love. You should try ’em some time. But first, Molly’s newsletter again - <a target="_blank" href="https://www.mollygetsitdone.com/signup/"><strong>Molly Gets It Done</strong></a> - it is SO SHORT!</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.lyonscreative.co.uk/newsletter"><strong>Ange Lyons’ Font Love Friday</strong></a>A monthly newsletter on fonts, typography, and designery things</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.hypeyourself.com/community/"><strong>Lucy Werner’s Hype Yourself</strong></a>NB - in the episode, I called this newsletter “a substack” and spoke about how it’s on that platform, but it’s now hosted elsewhere. Partly due to the horrible situation we speak about in the episode. Signup is <a target="_blank" href="https://www.hypeyourself.com/community/"><strong>at the bottom of this page</strong></a>. </p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://davesmyth.com/"><strong>Dave Smyth’s Five Links</strong></a>A short roundup of links to do with user experience, privacy, accessibility and sustainability.</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://doodledabbler.substack.com/"><strong>Amy Nolan’s The Doodle Dabbler</strong></a>A short newsletter by our favourite doodler (and friend of the show) Amy Nolan, which includes a doodle prompt to get you scribbling.</p><p><a target="_blank" href="http://user experience, privacy, accessibility and sustainability."><strong>The Welsh Kitchen by Ross Clarke</strong></a>Get a recipe to a traditional Welsh dish along with links to Welsh songs and other Welshy things.</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.thewordman.co.uk/newsletter/"><strong>Dave Harland’s The Word </strong></a>Friend of the show Dave can explain what his newsletter’s all about. Emails to “help you come up with the weird, witty and funny words and ideas that all of the bore-bag brands in your sector struggle with.”</p><p><strong>She’s so lucky</strong></p><p>As a freelancer, you've got to ask yourself one question… “Do I feel lucky?” </p><p>Well, do ya, punk? If not, Freelancer Magazine’s running a two-day masterclass series on 4th and 5th March. I’m running a workshop called <strong>“How to be lucky and win the freelance lottery”</strong> where I go into the (proven!) ways you can adjust your attitudes and behaviours to get more lucky. You get over a dozen other expert sessions, for keeps. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.freelancermarketingschool.com/courses/freelancer-masterclass?ref=fe649a"><strong>Get your ticket here</strong></a>.</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://indiebusinessclub.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">indiebusinessclub.substack.com</a>
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