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Episode 003 - Conversation with Merewyn Sayers

Episode 003 - Conversation with Merewyn Sayers

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 Welcome back to Halftime Huddle, the podcast where small business owners take a midweek moment to recharge, reflect, and re-energise. Host Mark Webb sits down this week with marketing strategist, networker, and small business champion Merewyn Sayers – founder of Sayers Solutions and driving force behind the HD8 Network.Merewyn’s journey is anything but straightforward. From her roots in Essex and West Sussex, to setting up home in Yorkshire, to travelling and working across Europe, she’s navigated twists, setbacks, and opportunities with resilience and curiosity. Along the way, she discovered a passion for small business marketing and strategy—and for helping others find clarity in their business plans.In this episode, Merewyn shares her origin story, from early career frustrations at being held back without a degree, to returning to university later in life and discovering that marketing is so much more than “selling.” She explains how her love of community and connection grew into multiple ventures, including Sayers Solutions, a consultancy helping small businesses with marketing and strategic planning, and HD8 Network, a vibrant local business hub she founded to support collaboration in West Yorkshire.🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why networking is more than sales—and how to use it for research, collaboration, and genuine support.The highs and lows of running networking events—from informal pub meetups to structured speed sessions to online FSB calls with 50+ attendees.How the pandemic reshaped networking and why the FSB’s online model has become a lifeline for business owners nationwide.The importance of “strong ties” and “weak ties” in building a meaningful network that gives both encouragement and honest feedback.Merewyn’s Four-Part Plan for simplifying your business strategy: know where you want to go, understand where you are now, identify what to do, and measure your progress.Why tools like the Remarkable tablet have transformed her workflow—and why sometimes the simplest pen-and-paper scribble still holds the most value.Merewyn also gets candid about the realities of running a business—the ups, the downs, and the importance of “just keep swimming” when things feel tough. She shares how finding your “tribe” can give you the energy and perspective you need to keep moving forward.📚 Book Recommendations:The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho – her go-to classic for inspiration and reflection.The Smiler – the autobiography of legendary DJ Smiley, a story about resilience, reinvention, and the power of culture and creativity.Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this conversation is full of practical wisdom and reminders that you’re not alone in your journey. Networking, strategy, and community are not just “extras”—they’re the foundations that help small businesses thrive.✨ Connect with Merewyn:LinkedIn – Merewyn SayersSayers SolutionsHD8 Network (now Work Rest & Play)🙌 If you enjoyed this episode of Halftime Huddle, please remember to subscribe, rate, and share with a friend or fellow business owner. Every share helps us bring more stories and support to small businesses across the UK.
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