Fame Host (https://fame.so) The Business Tea Podcast https://podcasts.fame.so/the-business-tea-podcast https://feeds.fame.so/the-business-tea-podcast The Business Tea Podcast is where we talk honestly about what it really takes to start and grow a business - without the fluff, the buzzwords, or the gatekeeping. Hosted by brother-and-sister duo Sarah and Ross, this podcast serves up practical marketing advice, real-world insights, and open conversations about the things people don’t always talk about: building momentum, making decisions before you feel “ready”, growing sustainably, and figuring out what actually works. Everything we share is shaped by hands-on experience across agencies, small and growing businesses, and global brands. Whether you’re running a small or growing business, building something on the side, scaling a growing brand, or simply want to understand how marketing actually works in the real world, this podcast is here to give you clarity, confidence, and actionable takeaways you can use straight away. Pull up a chair, grab a brew, and let’s talk business - properly. The Business Tea Ltd en Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:32:30 +0000 Thu, 14 May 2026 05:13:09 +0000 https://content.fameapp.so/uploads/75qznp6q/a0532290-f0b3-11f0-94fe-0915bc48e03c/a0532390-f0b3-11f0-bf49-474296145f75.jpg The Business Tea Podcast https://podcasts.fame.so/the-business-tea-podcast The Business Tea Podcast is where we talk honestly about what it really takes to start and grow a business - without the fluff, the buzzwords, or the gatekeeping. Hosted by brother-and-sister duo Sarah and Ross, this podcast serves up practical marketing advice, real-world insights, and open conversations about the things people don’t always talk about: building momentum, making decisions before you feel “ready”, growing sustainably, and figuring out what actually works. Everything we share is shaped by hands-on experience across agencies, small and growing businesses, and global brands. Whether you’re running a small or growing business, building something on the side, scaling a growing brand, or simply want to understand how marketing actually works in the real world, this podcast is here to give you clarity, confidence, and actionable takeaways you can use straight away. Pull up a chair, grab a brew, and let’s talk business - properly. The Business Tea Ltd The Business Tea Podcast is where we talk honestly about what it really takes to start and grow a business - without the fluff, the buzzwords, or the gatekeeping. Hosted by brother-and-sister duo Sarah and Ross, this podcast serves up practical marketing advice, real-world insights, and open conversations about the things people don’t always talk about: building momentum, making decisions before you feel “ready”, growing sustainably, and figuring out what actually works. Everything we share is shaped by hands-on experience across agencies, small and growing businesses, and global brands. Whether you’re running a small or growing business, building something on the side, scaling a growing brand, or simply want to understand how marketing actually works in the real world, this podcast is here to give you clarity, confidence, and actionable takeaways you can use straight away. Pull up a chair, grab a brew, and let’s talk business - properly. No No episodic The Business Tea Ltd The Business Tea Podcast is where we talk honestly about what it really takes to start and grow a business - without the fluff, the buzzwords, or the gatekeeping. 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Pull up a chair, grab a brew, and let’s talk business - properly. marketing, digital marketing, small business marketing, marketing for small businesses, business marketing, online marketing, marketing strategy, marketing advice, practical marketing, real world marketing, marketing without jargon, marketing explained, h Ross Powell podcast@thebusinesstea.co.uk No No No Why we started The Business Tea and what’s broken with marketing advice https://podcast.thebusinesstea.co.uk/episode-1/why-we-started-the-business-tea-whats-broken-with-marketing-advice Why we started The Business Tea and what’s broken with marketing advice 1 No No m0jpx8y0 In this episode of The Business Tea Podcast, Sarah and Ross talk about why this podcast exists, where the idea came from, and what we believe has gone wrong with modern marketing advice - especially for small and growing businesses. In this episode, we share how years of working across agencies, in-house roles, and global brands naturally turned into constant conversations between us - sense-checking ideas, venting about frustrations, celebrating wins, and asking, “Is this normal?”. Over time, we realised something important: not everyone building a business has someone to talk marketing with - and that can feel incredibly isolating.

This episode is about creating an open version of those conversations. A place for people who don’t have a marketing team, a business bestie, or clear answers - and who are tired of feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice, trends without context, and pressure to “do everything.”

We talk honestly about why so much marketing advice feels unhelpful, how too much information can create guilt and paralysis, and why feeling overwhelmed is rarely your fault. Most importantly, we share what we believe marketing should feel like: clear, supportive, intentional, and human - with proper instructions, not unnecessary complexity.

Whether you run a small or growing business and feel like you’re trying to figure marketing out on your own, work within a marketing team and want more grounded conversations, or you’re simply curious about how marketing really works behind the scenes - this podcast is for you.

If this episode resonates, follow or subscribe and leave us a review - we genuinely welcome your feedback. Likewise, you can send any questions or queries to podcast@thebusinesstea.co.uk.]]> Tue, 13 Jan 2026 20:12:00 +0000 The Business Tea Ltd The Business Tea Ltd 1618 In this episode of The Business Tea Podcast, Sarah and Ross talk about why this podcast exists, where the idea came from, and what we believe has gone wrong with modern marketing advice - especially for small and growing businesses. In this episode of The Business Tea Podcast, Sarah and Ross talk about why this podcast exists, where the idea came from, and what we believe has gone wrong with modern marketing advice - especially for small and growing businesses. business podcast, marketing podcast, small business podcast, marketing advice, marketing for small businesses, marketing clarity, marketing strategy, marketing fundamentals, marketing without overwhelm, practical marketing advice, honest marketing, real marketing advice, marketing explained, marketing basics, marketing guidance, small business marketing, growing a business, starting a business, business growth, business advice, entrepreneur podcast, solopreneur marketing, startup marketing, marketing for entrepreneurs, marketing for founders, marketing for freelancers, marketing without a team, DIY marketing, marketing overwhelm, overwhelmed by marketing, marketing confusion, marketing guilt, imposter syndrome marketing, feeling behind in business, decision paralysis marketing, simplifying marketing, clarity in marketing, stress-free marketing, how marketing really works, marketing strategy vs tactics, marketing planning, marketing frameworks, marketing systems, marketing instructions, marketing explained simply, marketing without hype, no fluff marketing, marketing without jargon, The Business Tea Podcast, The Business Tea, honest business conversations, real business stories, marketing conversations, behind the scenes marketing, marketing careers, agency vs in-house marketing, marketing experience, marketing realities, marketing for non-marketers, learning marketing, marketing education, marketing mindset, understanding marketing, marketing for beginners, marketing for professionals, career marketing insights, why marketing advice is broken, why marketing feels overwhelming, marketing advice for small businesses, simple marketing strategies for small businesses, how to avoid marketing overwhelm, practical marketing strategy for entrepreneurs, marketing clarity for founders No No Why does marketing feel so overwhelming - even when you’re trying your best? https://podcast.thebusinesstea.co.uk/episode-2/why-does-marketing-feel-so-overwhelming-even-when-youre-trying-your-best Why does marketing feel so overwhelming - even when you’re trying your best? 2 No No p0knyk51 In this episode, Sarah and Ross talk honestly about why marketing feels so overwhelming - and why that feeling isn’t a personal failure. They share what they're seeing across small and growing businesses right now: too many platforms, too much advice, and constant pressure to “do everything” - all at once. This episode isn’t about fixing your marketing or giving you another strategy to try. It’s about helping you understand why this feels so hard, and why your reaction makes complete sense. If marketing has started to feel heavy, noisy, or emotionally draining, this conversation is here to help you slow down, breathe, and realise you’re not alone. In this episode, we unpack the real reasons marketing feels louder, heavier, and more confusing than ever, particularly for small and growing businesses. From the explosion of platforms and tools to constant advice telling you to “do everything,” we explore how today’s marketing environment creates pressure, comparison, and decision fatigue - often without people realising why.

This conversation isn’t about tactics, quick wins, or fixing your marketing. Instead, it focuses on naming the feeling so many business owners and marketers quietly carry, explaining where that overwhelm actually comes from.

We talk about option overload, specialist advice shared without context, and the emotional impact of comparison culture - especially when you’re building something alongside other responsibilities or without a marketing background. If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly behind, scattered, or questioning whether you’re “bad at marketing,” this episode is designed to help you feel calmer, clearer, and less alone.

If this episode resonates, follow or subscribe and leave us a review - we genuinely welcome your feedback. Likewise, you can send any questions or queries to podcast@thebusinesstea.co.uk.
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In this episode, Sarah and Ross break down the difference between marketing strategy and tactics - in plain English. No corporate jargon. No complicated frameworks. Just a clear explanation of what strategy actually is, why tactics alone don’t compound, and why that distinction changes everything.

They explore why posting consistently, running ads “to see if they work,” trying multiple platforms at once, or constantly tweaking your branding can feel productive - but rarely builds momentum without a clear strategic foundation. And importantly, this isn’t just a small business issue. It happens in scale-ups, large organisations, and multi-million pound businesses too. When there’s no shared clarity about objectives, priorities, and direction, even good marketing tactics struggle to add up.

You’ll hear relatable examples of common tactical rabbit holes - platform hopping, chasing metrics without context, obsessing over small optimisations - and why being busy isn’t the same as being effective.

Sarah and Ross also unpack a reassuring truth: strategy doesn’t mean big decks, corporate language, or a marketing qualification. Strategy is simply clarity. It’s knowing what you’re trying to achieve, why it matters, who it’s for, and what can wait. When that clarity is in place, marketing decisions become easier, distractions become clearer, and progress starts to feel intentional rather than scattered.

If your efforts haven’t been compounding the way you hoped, this episode will likely explain why - and more importantly, show you that it’s fixable.

In the next episode, Sarah and Ross will explore why chasing trends can quietly undo good strategy - and how to decide what’s actually worth your time.

If this episode resonates, follow or subscribe and leave a review. Likewise, you can send any questions or queries to podcast@thebusinesstea.co.uk.
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