When Sophie Neall left a London accounting career, she didn’t know she would end up launching a drinks brand. In this founder interview, she shares the real journey behind Good Kynd, from 70 recipe attempts to trusting her gut while raising investment.

Many high-performing women do everything “right” and still feel something is missing. In this powerful essay, Sloane explains the cultural “default track” shaping women’s lives and why stepping off it can change everything.

SkinRenewal founder Carla Pooran launched her Colchester clinic at a time when most people would have played it safe - and has since become known for investing in advanced, non-injectable technology and results-driven skin education. In this conversation, she shares how acne shaped her career, what Harley Street taught her about real expertise, and how 40+ Skin Bootcamp was born from a growing wave of midlife clients feeling overwhelmed by online skincare noise.

High-achieving women are trained to assess risk, gather input and think strategically. But when constant analysis replaces intuition, clarity fades. Leadership expert Dr. Tristina Anderson explores why capable women are learning to pause, trust themselves and choose alignment over external approval.

Danielle Thompson, founder of goldspun support, explores the “trust recession” in modern business and why audiences now demand honesty, proof and human leadership over performance.

Charlie Terry, Founder of CEEK Marketing, analyses TALA’s £2.6m operating loss, Grace Beverley’s strategy and the wider debate around founder-led UK brand profitability.

Divorce is often framed as a reset. But reinvention isn’t about starting again - it’s about stabilising your inner world so you can build from experience, clarity, and self-trust.

As we move through 2026, many female founders are thinking differently about what success really looks like. Growth is no longer just about doing more. It’s about building something that lasts, without sacrificing health, clarity, or home life. In this piece, Ellie Johnson shares the non-negotiables that reshaped how she runs her business - and why redefining success has been essential to her next stage of growth.

Being yourself is a start — but it's not a strategy. Marketing strategist Giada Nizzoli on what high-ticket clients actually need to see before they trust you with their money.

Why modern leadership training is failing to address burnout, and how psychological containment is the missing leadership skill organisations need.

Pregnant and self-employed? Here’s what maternity pay, allowance and planning really look like in the UK - explained clearly for freelancers and founders.

Kerry Parkin shares how charity work and inclusive leadership create stronger cultures, deeper trust and more sustainable business success.

A beautiful portfolio isn’t enough when choosing a branding and website designer. This guide written by Lucy Hoddinott shares the key questions to ask so you can feel confident, supported, and clear before investing in your brand or website.

Claudia Stephenson explores why degree-free hiring unlocks creativity, resilience and innovation - and why more businesses are rethinking recruitment.

An experienced investor and operator shares how a career audit can help entrepreneurs gain clarity, alignment, and direction at key transition points.

Mentoring is often seen as a “nice to have”, but evidence shows it can be a powerful driver of productivity, clarity and leadership growth. Drawing on real-world experience, this piece explores how mentoring helps business owners think better, lead more confidently and grow sustainably.

After 25 years working with brains altered by trauma, illness, and injury, Natalie Mackenzie no longer sees success as hustle or mindset. She sees the brain as infrastructure - and believes protecting it is a leadership responsibility, not a personal preference.

As marketing teams face rising workloads, burnout and unpredictable demand, SOS marketing is emerging as a flexible way to protect performance without long-term pressure.

What if the thing you’ve been trying to suppress in your business is actually your greatest advantage? Danielle Thompson shares how letting go of “normal” transformed her creativity, confidence and commercial growth - and why designing for how your brain works can change everything.

PR expert Jo Swann explains how founders can build trust, authority and visibility through PR - even when confidence or capacity is low.