About She Means Business - A Podcast for Women in Tech and Accounting
She Means Business is a rallying cry for women in tech and business who are ready to be seen, heard, and supported.
In industries still dominated by “the old way of doing things,” it can feel like your story doesn’t fit.
We’re here to change that.
Hosted by women who have lived it — and joined by guests who’ve carved their own path —We’re here to:
Share real stories, not highlight reels
Offer the kind of role models we wish we had
And remind you: you absolutely belong here
Whether you're starting out, rising up, or still figuring it all out — hit play.
We've saved you a seat.
15 - Beyond Burnout: The Science Behind How High-performing Women Thrive in the Age of AI | Live at the Digital Accountancy Show
This podcast episode was a little bit different.We got to perform this session live on stage at the Digital Accoutancy Show last week at the ExCel in London.And it was a blast!Joined by guests Nicki Savill from Moore Kingston Smith and Georgi Rollings from Starfish Accountancy, we discussed the DOSE effect, the four main chemicals that drive how we feel as human beings. Inspired by T J Power's book, 'The DOSE Effect'.There were some thought-provoking shares and questions that left people thinking when it all came to an end.
As always, please leave us a message via our speakpipe, we'd love to hear your thoughts a questions around this session: https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast)Enjoy this episode that was recorded from the stage!#podcast #shemeansbusiness #forwomen #thedoseeffect #live #power #women #womeninbusiness
24 Sept 2026
14 - One company, four different journeys: There is no deadline
Every season, we like to welcome a couple of the bots for that guys to a session of She Means Business.
In this episode, Sara and Amy talk with Tom and Liam about how they got to where they are today, what they've learnt a lot the way, and more.
If you're not sure which direction you want to take for your career, or are worried about reaching a certain level of success; whether it's within work, relationships or personal goals - this episode shows you that there is no deadline to reach such a level.
As always, if you enjoyed the episode and have a story you would like to share, please share it via our speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast)
You can also find us on TikTok and Instagram on @shemeansbusine55
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10 Sept 2026
13 - Balancing Motherhood and A Career ft Amy Stephenson
This week on She Means Business we were joined by the incredible Amy Stephenson from Be Digital.
The topic of discussion was all around motherhood and how it affected Amy's career during each stage, from maternity leave to going back to work after the birth of her children.
We discuss how to make time for yourself between the busyness of childcare and work, maternity policies and the big change Amy petitioned for in her place of work, and how in today's world, not all women want to stay home and only have to look after the children, they want to make a legacy for themselves in the workplace too.
If you have any questions or would like to send us a message, please do so using our speakpipe link: https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast)
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Remember, stay bold, stay curious, stay kind!
#shemeansbusinesspodcast #shemeansbusiness #motherhood #career #forwomen #womeninbusiness #foryou #findingyourself
27 Aug 2026
12 - Going Against Expectations ft Sairan Aqrawi
What happens when the life you want looks nothing like the one people expected of you?
This week Sairan Aqwari joins us to talk about going against the grain. She shares how she came to terms with choosing a path her parents did not have in mind for her, and what it took to make peace with that.
We also get into how expectations of women have shifted over the last decade, with more of us staying in work rather than defaulting to the old arrangement of children at home and a husband at the office, and Sairan reflects on studying engineering as one of very few women in the room.
If any of this sounds familiar, leave us a message on our Speakpipe (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast) and we will listen back to your story at the start of the next episode.
Stay bold, stay curious, stay kind.
#podcast #expectations #womeninbusiness #womenintech #foryou #engineering #yourownpath #newepisode #women
13 Aug 2026
11 - The Likeability Tax ft Sophie Metcalf
In this episode, the She Means Business Ladies are joined by Sofie Metcalf, a HR specialist from the company Howarths.
We take a look at the likeability tax: the quiet cost women pay for showing the same traits that get men praised. We talk about why assertive women get called difficult, the mental load of constantly moderating your tone, the strategies women use to soften themselves in leadership roles, and how perceptions of female authority shift across different cultures.
Sophie Metcalf joins us to share what she has seen play out in real workplaces, from promotion bias and personality labels creeping into performance reviews, to the moments she has noticed it directed at herself.
If any of this sounds familiar, we want to hear from you. Leave us a message on our Speakpipe (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast) and we will listen back to your story at the start of the next episode.
Stay bold, stay curious, stay kind.
30 Jul 2026
10 - Season 2 Is Here! - Introduction & What's Changed Since Last Season
Welcome back to She Means Business!
We are back with Season 2, and we can't wait to share the powerful, insightful discussion we have been having with some incredible people.
In this episode, the hosts take a seat and reflect on what has changed since we put the mics away at the end of season 1, what is coming, and how to set boundaries.
As always, if you have any questions or stories you would like to share, you can do so by using our Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast)
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11 Dec 2025
09 - Our Season 1 Wrap Up - Reflection, Growth and the Future
And so we reach our final Episode of She Means Business Season 1.
It has been an amazing journey for all of us who are a part of this podcast. We've had some incredible guests and had some fantastic insights from every single one of them.
This season has shown the power and strength women have and how we can work together to lift each other up and learn from one another. Things are changing because women are leading the charge to divide and conquer and make the working world equal for all.
What have you learnt by listening to this season? What would you like to hear more about? Let us know by leaving us a message via our SpeakPipe!
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Thank you for listening in to this season of She Means Business, our second season is in the works and we can't wait to share it with you!
For now, stay bold, stay curious and stay kind! 💙
Have a great Christmas all!
#shemeansbusiness #forwomen #career #womenintech #womeninaccounting #business #femalepower
27 Nov 2025
08 - Bro Culture, Toxic Masculinity & Supporting Women in the Workplace - Men's Takeover
For this episode, we turned the mic inwards to our team members within bots for that.
Listen in closely as Hemes and Sofie discuss bro culture, toxic masculinity, expectations within the workplace for men and women, how women can soar in tech, and how men can support women entering careers that are male dominated with guests Danny, Tom and Conor.
If you're enjoying our podcast, make sure to follow and share this episode to someone who needs to hear it.
Want to be a part of the conversation? Drop us a message through our speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast)
Keep your ears alert for our final wrap up episode for Season 1!
#shemeansbusiness #forwomen #womenintech #womeninaccounting #accountants #tech #menandwomen #boystakeover
9 Oct 2025
07 - Healthy Career Tips, AI & Personal Journeys - Starting a New Role
In this episode, Sofie introduces our latest addition to the She Means Business team!They talk everything from their personal career journeys and growth, to AI and the future, not to mention some fun questions too!If you are enjoying the podcast, make sure to subscribe to the channel to stay up to date with everything She Means Business!
Leave us a message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast)#podcast #shemeansbusiness #ai #newbeginning #personalgrowth #womenintech
25 Sept 2025
06 - Tech For Good - Women Changing the World
In this bold and honest episode of She Means Business, we meet Grace Hardy—an entrepreneur, investor, and unapologetic disruptor using tech to create lasting change.
Diagnosed with severe dyslexia at age 5 and ADHD at 20, Grace carved her own path outside the traditional system, proving that neurodivergence isn’t a limitation—it’s a superpower.
After launching her career through an apprenticeship and spending three years at a mid-sized accounting firm, Grace made a life-changing decision: she quit her job at 21 to start her own accounting firm. Since then, she hasn’t looked back.
Today, Grace runs her own firm, holds a fund license, and invests in female-founded businesses through a private equity crowdfunding platform she built from the ground up.
She’s a champion for female founders, financial inclusion, and using technology as a tool to open doors that were once shut.
🚀 This episode is a rallying cry for anyone who's ever felt underestimated—and chose to lead anyway.
👉 Inspired by Grace’s story? Hit follow, leave us a review, and share this episode with a woman who’s ready to build something big. Let’s back each other—and change the face of tech together.Leave a voice note on our SpeakPipe! → https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast)
11 Sept 2025
05 - Shaping Accounting through Tech and Trust - Women in Accounting
In this episode of She Means Business, we sit down with Chloe Fallon—mathematician, accountant, and founder of Lodestar—to explore how women are redefining what leadership, flexibility, and trust look like in the world of modern accounting.
Chloe shares her journey from studying maths at university to launching her own firm at the dining room table while raising two children. After rising quickly through the ranks at a mid-sized firm and facing work-life balance challenges, Chloe made the bold decision to build something new: a values-driven, fully remote practice that prioritizes people as much as profit.
Now leading an international team across the UK, Bulgaria, and Saudi Arabia, Chloe opens up about remote-first culture, flexible work, and her transition from “doer” to empowered leader—with support from mentors, business coaching, and a clear vision for impact.
From B Corp certification to carbon accounting and virtual pub sessions—this is the future of accounting, reimagined.
👉 Inspired by Chloe’s story? Subscribe to the podcast and share this episode with someone who believes work should work for women—not against them.
Let’s champion tech, trust, and trailblazing women in finance—together.
Message us on SpeakPipe with your thoughts and questions for future episodes: https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast)#shemeansbusiness #womenintech #womeninaccounting
28 Aug 2025
04 - Allyship in Action - Getting Support from Leaders
In this week's episode of She Means Business, we welcome Mark Jenkins ( CEO and Founder of The Gap), and Daniel Lawrence (CEO and Founder of bots for that) to talk about Allyship, specifically:- What makes a good ally- How leaders of business can be strong allies to their employees- Dealing with tokenismand more!So, take a seat from wherever you are, and listen to this intriguing and informative session. We certainly learnt a lot!Enjoying the podcast series? Subscribe to the channel and hit the notification icon so you know when new episodes are released, or follow us directly on Spotify, Amazon Music or Apple Music.We'd love to hear your feedback - leave us a message using speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast)TikTok: Shemeansbusine55Instagram: Shemeansbusine55#podcast #allyship #leadership #discussion #womenintech #womeninaccounting #shemeansbusiness #listenup #tokenism
14 Aug 2025
03 - From Accountant to Advocate - Stepping into leadership
In this inspiring episode of She Means Business, we sit down with Nicola Deverson—an accomplished leader who’s gone from accountant to advocate, breaking barriers and building influence every step of the way.
Nicola shares her journey navigating male-dominated industries, leading with purpose, and making bold decisions in the boardroom and beyond.
From the pivotal moments that shaped her leadership style to the mindset shifts that helped her rise, this conversation is packed with real talk, practical insight, and empowering lessons for women at every stage of their careers.
Whether you're climbing the ladder or carving your own path, this episode is a reminder that leadership isn't a destination—it's a choice we make every day.
Because when women lead, industries transform.
If this episode resonated with you, don’t forget to subscribe, leave us a message on Speakpipe - https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast) and share it with the women who inspire you.
Let’s amplify every voice that dares to lead.
31 Jul 2025
02 - Balancing Life and Work - Being a Woman in a Man's World
In this episode of She Means Business, we dive into the realities of balancing a fast-paced tech career with real life beyond the screen.
Our guest, Debbie Spooner, shares her personal journey of navigating leadership, innovation, and the ever-elusive work-life balance.
From burnout to boundaries, and breakthroughs to bold moves—Debbie speaks candidly about what it really takes to stay grounded while climbing the ladder as a woman.
Whether you're juggling deadlines, family life, personal growth (or all three), this episode is a timely reminder that success doesn't have to come at the cost of self.
Building the future should include space to breathe!
Loved this episode? Leave us a review here - https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast)and share the episode with someone who needs to hear they’re not alone in the juggle. Let’s redefine success—together.
17 Jul 2025
01 - Why This Matters - Women in Tech
In this special kick-off episode of She Means Business, we invite you behind the mic to meet your host and hear the powerful "why" behind this podcast.
From navigating the tech world to championing representation and inclusion, this episode sets the tone for what's to come.
Discover the mission driving the series: giving every woman in tech—not just a seat at the table, but a voice. We’ll talk candidly about the barriers still standing, the communities lifting each other up, and the stories we rarely hear but desperately need.
This podcast isn’t just about tech—it’s about impact. It’s about leadership. It’s about change.
👩💻 Representation matters. Your voice matters. And this is just the beginning.
Don't forget to follow, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. Let’s build this movement—together.
Have your say by leaving us a message here - https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast (https://www.speakpipe.com/shemeansbusinesspodcast)
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