In this episode of the Friends in Business podcast, Ben Wright and Jemimah Ashleigh candidly reflect on their own successes and setbacks, offering listeners practical strategies to avoid similar pitfalls in the future. As the conversation unfolds, both hosts share the challenges they have faced in managing professional relationships and expectations. Ben cautions against overreliance on personal connections in business, highlighting how misplaced trust can lead to difficult consequences. Likewise, Jemimah recounts her experience of a partnership breakdown when expectations were not aligned, ultimately leading to the project’s demise. Together, their reflections underscore the vital importance of establishing clear boundaries and well-defined expectations within professional relationships—lessons that resonate with entrepreneurs and business leaders alike.

Key Takeaways:

• From the outset of any business collaboration, clearly establish expectations and protocols for all potential outcomes, including eventual exits or dissolutions.
• Engaging in open discussions about benchmarks and objectives in collaborations can prevent future conflicts.
• Maintain professionalism in business to avoid dependency on personal relationships, ensuring business integrity and control remain grounded.
• Both Ben and Jemimah highlight the invaluable lessons obtained from past mistakes, underscoring the importance of growth through reflection.
• Deploy robust systems and processes to navigate business ventures confidently and with preparedness.

Time Stamps:

0:00 Intro

1:20 Jemimah’s Virtual Life

3:01 Mistakes

5:43 Ben’s Mistakes in Relationships

11:50 Jemimah’s Mistakes In Not Setting Expectations

15:41 Jemimah’s Advice In Making Mistakes

18:05 Outro

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In this episode of the Friends in Business podcast, Ben Wright and Jemimah Ashleigh unpack proven strategies for harnessing social media to elevate business visibility and drive meaningful engagement. Opening with a light-hearted reflection on the pleasures and challenges of winter, they set a warm, inviting tone before delving into the art of building an impactful online presence. Jemimah stresses the value of posting with purpose, outlining a clear framework of five key content types—expert insights, CRM or sales-focused posts, personal updates, testimonials, and aspirational messages—designed to strengthen audience trust and connection. Ben shares practical examples of how weaving in personal stories and customer testimonials can deepen engagement. Together, they highlight the importance of consistency and authenticity in social media marketing, urging businesses to adopt a structured, intentional approach for sustainable long-term success.

Key Takeaways:

• It’s crucial to use social media platforms strategically, focusing on consistency and relevance to effectively engage with audiences.
• Businesses should incorporate expert posts, CRM/sales posts, personal posts, testimonials, and inspirational content to create a balanced and comprehensive social media strategy.
• Regularly share personal stories and testimonials to build a deeper connection and trust with the audience.
• Construct posts that remain relevant over time, such as educational and inspirational content, to maintain consistent engagement.
• The importance of a regular posting schedule using in-platform scheduling tools like Meta to avoid penalties associated with third-party platforms

Time Stamps:

0:00 Intro

1:44 5 Different Post for Social Media

2:03 Use Social Media Intentionally

2:56 Expert Posts

4:15 CRM or Sales Posts

5:30 Sales Posts

6:21 Personal Posts

8:11 Social Proof

11:30 Aspirational and Inspirational Posts

13:22 Evergreen Posts

15:04 When To Start Building These Habits

17:24 Recap

17:39 Weekly Takeaway

18:57 Outro

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In this episode of the Friends in Business podcast, Ben Wright and Jemimah Ashleigh unpack powerful strategies to drive revenue growth in 2025. With their signature blend of wit and candour, they dive into the critical components of customer acquisition, client retention, and remarketing—all tailored to suit today’s fast-evolving business landscape. Ben offers a measured perspective on the financial fundamentals every business must grasp before chasing rapid growth, stressing the importance of gross profit margins and fixed cost awareness. Jemimah, meanwhile, highlights the value of strategic retargeting to re-engage dormant leads, reinforcing the long-term impact of relationship-building.

Key Takeaways:

• Discover three key methods to boost revenue: acquiring new customers, amplifying existing customer value, and re-engaging previous customers.
• Prior to targeting revenue increases, gain insight into your business’s financial levers to avoid unprofitable growth.
• Enhance client value by expanding product/service offerings and understanding their evolving needs for effective upselling.
• Utilize nurturing campaigns for past clients and leads to maintain brand relevance and drive sales.
• Focus on scalable sales frameworks and train teams to recognize upselling opportunities to elevate business from within.

Time Stamps:

0:00 Intro

0:44 “Banging the Table”

2:20 Jemimah’s Week

2:59 Ben’s Week

5:49 Revenue

8:50 Three Ways To Grow Revenue

5:58 Acquiring New Customers

12:10 Getting More From Existing Customers

17:41 Customers That Are Returning Back

23:39 Weekly Takeaway

25:08 Outro

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In this episode of the Friends in Business podcast, Ben Wright and Jemimah Ashleigh dive into the core financial metrics every business owner should understand — from interpreting profit and loss statements to identifying your safety bank balance and staying on top of sales performance. Ben offers clear, actionable insights and proven strategies to help you get a firm grip on your numbers, demonstrating how a data-driven approach can lead to more confident decisions and long-term growth.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding and regularly reviewing your Profit and Loss (P&L) statement is crucial for tracking the health of your business.
• Knowing your business’s revenue targets, gross profit margins, and monthly expenses allows you to make informed decisions and anticipate future financial requirements.
• Establishing a safety net of three months’ worth of business expenses or wages ensures financial stability in uncertain times.
• Effective management of debtors and payables can aid healthy cash flow, preventing potential solvency issues.
• Ben introduces the three-box model for sales, illustrating a systematic approach to measuring and managing sales performance that is integral for business leaders to master.

Time Stamps:

0:00 Intro

1:04 Noosa Animals

3:10 The Importance of Numbers

4:48 Profit and Loss

7:04 The Metric You Need To Know By Heart

7:56 Overheads To Run Your Business

10:16 Safety Bank Balance

11:39 Accessing Debtors and Payables

12:37 Sales Numbers

15:14 Possibility If You Don’t Know These Numbers

16:33 Recap

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In this episode of the Friends in Business podcast, Ben Wright and Jemimah Ashleigh explore the powerful intersection of personal adversity and professional ambition. Jemimah opens up about living with a rare medical condition — an extra kidney — and how it affects her health, productivity, and client relationships. She shares the strategies she’s adopted to manage her workload and maintain balance. Ben reflects on his own experience with anxiety, offering honest insights into recognising emotional triggers and the importance of having a solid support network. Together, they highlight the value of resilience, self-awareness and adaptability in navigating both personal and professional challenges.

Key Takeaways:

• Chronic health issues can significantly impact business productivity, necessitating strategic adaptations and support.
• Recognizing personal cues for anxiety helps in managing and mitigating its effects on professional life.
• Honesty with clients and a supportive team can help navigate personal challenges while maintaining business commitments.
• Resilience and adaptability are crucial in balancing personal health with professional success.
• Create a playbook of strategies and resources to manage health challenges and maintain business operations effectively.

Time Stamps:

0:00 Intro

1:12 Poke Bowls

1:42 Personal Challenges

2:28 Jemimah’s Extremely Big Chronic Issue

6:00 How The Chronic Issue Impacted The Business

7:13 Being Productive Despite The Chronic Issue

9:29 Jemimah’s Advice For You

12:07 What Ben Has Grappled With Over His Career

15:45 Ben’s Advice For You

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In this episode of the Friends in Business podcast, Ben Wright and Jemimah Ashleigh are joined by entrepreneurial visionary Dale Beaumont for a compelling conversation on strategic business systemisation—punctuated with a few entertaining tales along the way. Together, they unpack how structured systems can pave the path to true freedom for business owners, as Dale recounts his own transformation from an overwhelmed operator to a respected mentor guiding others toward sustainable success. The discussion highlights the critical role of technology and education in enhancing efficiency and scalability within modern enterprises. Dale offers valuable insights into Business Blueprint, his long-standing educational initiative that has empowered countless entrepreneurs over the past 16 years to reshape their business models and regain control over their time.

About the Guest:

Dale Beaumont is a highly respected business leader and entrepreneur, bringing over 25 years of experience to the industry. As the founder of Business Blueprint—a leading business education and training enterprise—he has played a pivotal role in transforming the operations of more than 4,000 businesses. A prolific author, Dale has penned 19 best-selling books and is widely recognised for his innovative approach to business systemisation, empowering entrepreneurs to streamline their operations and scale with confidence.

Key Takeaways:

• Dale highlights the necessity of rigorously systemizing business processes to achieve time freedom and financial success.
• The significance of learning from experienced mentors and using proven blueprints for business growth.
• Steps to merge successful business practices with personal life goals, emphasizing balance and autonomy.
• The advantages of employing technology and building knowledgeable teams from diverse geographic locations for scaling efficiently.
• Dale shares insights about smart investments, including property and shares, to enhance financial security beyond business profits.

Time Stamps:

0:00 Intro

0:44 Jemimah’s Beautiful Harmonics

2:03 Guest Introduction

2:20 About Dale Beaumont

4:10 Business Blueprint

6:49 Working Smart

9:45 Getting Some Work Life Balance

12:39 Dale’s Light Bulb Moment

19:05 Being Smart With Money

22:09 Bringing In Other Experts

25:14 Weekly Takeaways

26:55 Outro

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In this episode of the Friends in Business podcast, hosts Ben Wright and Jemimah Ashleigh explore the often-underappreciated power of celebrating achievements within teams and organisations. The discussion underscores the value of marking milestones—such as birthdays and work anniversaries—as a means of building morale and reinforcing a sense of community. From a leadership standpoint, the act of celebrating—whether through small gestures or ritualised events—is essential to maintaining motivation and long-term engagement. With a balance of wit and wisdom, Ben and Jemimah present a compelling guide to cultivating a vibrant and unified workplace culture through intentional celebration.

Key Takeaways:

• Celebrating team achievements, both big and small, is crucial for maintaining morale and motivation.
• Simple gestures, such as recognizing birthdays and milestones, can significantly enhance team cohesion.
• Integrating celebration into routine meetings and settings can align teams around specific goals and create a sense of collective purpose.
• Avoid controversial celebration methods, such as alcohol, and opt for inclusive and thoughtful acknowledgments.
• Creating a theme or using simple items, like chocolates, can make celebrations engaging and memorable.

Time Stamps:

0:00 Intro

0:56 Jemimah’s Dinosaur Party

2:31 Signs of Being 40

3:28 Celebrations

5:40 Hacks On How To Celebrate With the Team

6:15 Document Anniversaries and Birthdays

7:09 Two Types of Celebrations

11:35 3 Ways Of How To Celebrate

15:50 Challenge To Leaders

20:24 Weekly Takeaway

21:10 Outro

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In this episode of Friends In Business, Ben Wright and Jemimah Ashleigh welcome the eloquent and perceptive Steve Plummer. The discussion delves into the evolving art of copywriting in an AI-driven era, highlighting the enduring value of human creativity and emotional resonance. Steve offers strategic insights into crafting distinctive, authentic messaging that connects deeply with audiences—emphasising that while AI may elevate basic writing standards, it cannot replicate the heart and nuance behind truly impactful communication.

About the Guest:

Steve Plummer is a highly experienced copywriter, author, and speaker, with a rich history in the education sector. Beginning his career as an English teacher, he quickly advanced to leadership roles such as Head of Department and Deputy Principal. Today, Steve specialises in copywriting, supporting soul-driven businesses across Australia. He is a strong advocate for purposeful writing and has shared his insights on prominent platforms alongside industry figures like Russell Brunson. In addition to his copywriting work, Steve has explored diverse writing avenues, including freelance journalism with a focus on boxing, reflecting his deep passion for the craft of writing.

Key Takeaways:

• Copywriting remains crucial for business success by effectively communicating value and converting prospects into customers.
• AI tools can assist in generating baseline content but lack the personalized touch and emotional resonance essential for impactful copy.
• Learning fundamental copywriting frameworks and strategies is vital to utilize AI-generated content effectively.
• The rapid evolution of AI requires constant adaptation and innovation to maintain authenticity and engagement in writing.
• Embracing the blend of human intelligence with AI can enhance the creative process and produce superior quality content.

Time Stamps:

0:00 Intro

0:53 Ben: The Spotify Star

1:53 Guest Introduction

2:49 Soul Led Business

3:35 Steve’s Writing Journey

8:45 Value of Words Being Spot On

11:25 Change Brought By A.I. In Copywriting

14:46 The EMOJIS!

16:41 AI Generated Books

17:58 Tips On The Use of A.I. In Copywriting

22:30 Weekly Takeaway

23:42 Guest Socials

24:10 Outro

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