The Disenfranchised

Vicky Matthews - Pink Spaghetti - Make sure it’s the right lifestyle for you

From sourcing reindeer to helping companies grow, being a business owner can sound like days are full of fun and excitement.
Of course this can be true on some days, however there's also the tough days. Days where everything is going wrong, days where it feels like the world is against you and days when you want to give up.
It's why it's so important to have support from the people around you.
With Vicky Matthews of Pink Spaghetti PA Services we talk about this in the latest episode of The Disenfranchised as well as:
- Seeing redundancy as an opportunity to create an opportunity
- Collaboration in franchising
- Strange requests from clients
- The importance of getting the right support
- The origin story of Pink Spaghetti
You can find Vicky on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickymatthewsfranchise/
and Pink Spaghetti PA Services here - https://www.pink-spaghetti.co.uk/
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Denise Hutton-Gosney - Razzamatazz Theatre School - Find your freedom

Does your career leave you feeling like a bird in a cage?
It doesn’t have to be this way.
There are options out there that can help you achieve freedom and control you want in your life, but you just have to look for them.
On the latest episode of #TheDisenfranchised we speak with the awesome dragon slayer Denise Hutton-Gosney, Founder and Managing Director of Razzamatazz Theatre School and talk about this in more detail.
We also find out:
- How Denise went from an admin role in a Whiskey Company to International dancer
- What it was like for Denise to pitch on TV show the Dragons’ Den
- How redundancy can create opportunities
- What inspires Denise
- And much, much more!
You can find Denise on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-hutton-gosney-91650519/ and her business Razzamatazz Theatre Schools here - https://www.razzamataz.co.uk/
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Pip Wilkins - British Franchise Association - Understand the financials

The franchising industry has changed peoples lives.
Franchisees are people who have followed the successful path of other #entrepreneurs and have helped to create household brands that stretch the globe.
However, each franchisee is a local business person in their own right, supporting their local communities and creating a future for themselves and their families regardless of the brand.
Supporting these business people with industry standards is something that Pip Wilkins, Chief Executive of The British Franchise Association is extremely passionate about as we hear in this latest episode of #TheDisenfranchised.
We also discuss;
- Who franchising is for
- Courses that are available to learn about the industry
- What to research when considering buying a franchise
- Why knowing the financials is essential
- Why Pip has worked for the BFA for over 20 years!
- And much, much more
Pip Wilkins is the Chief Executive of the British Franchise Association (bfa). With more than 20 years’ experience in the franchise sector, Pip has worked her way up within the Association, gaining insight from all areas of the business and the franchise industry. She is well-known and highly regarded in franchising for her dedication and depth of knowledge.
You can find Pip on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pip-wilkins-qfp-8a68059/ and The British Franchise Association here - https://www.thebfa.org/
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Carl Reader - d&t Chartered Accountants - Learn to Boss It

68% of people aged between 18-55 want to be self employed, yet only 1 in 7 actually are.
So what's stopping people from taking the leap and building their own business? Can franchising provide some help in getting started?
We ask ourselves this on a regular basis, but in this episode we get to ask the inspiring Carl Reader author of one of the best selling books, Boss It. He shares his views on changing the public perception of what being in business for yourself is actually like and why a normal career path may not be for the best route for everyone.
We also talk about:
- How his career links Accounting, Karate and Franchising to bring him to where he is today
- The importance of creating your own future
- Why franchising can be a great route into franchising
- What to look for in a great franchise
- Why business owners inspire Carl
- What a franchise is actually made up of
Carl is a renowned entrepreneur, an authority on business ownership and is passionate about educating others on how to take control of your future. It makes this an episode absolutely rammed with great advice and interesting stories, so make sure you don't skip this one.
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You can find Carl on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlreader/ and d&t Accountants here - https://team-dt.com/
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Phil Mowat - Ashtons Consulting - You don’t have to do it on your own

Looking to set up your own business?
There are many challenges to setting up your own business, but you don't have to do it on your own. It's good advice to surround yourself with good people who will help you to be accountable to yourself.
In this episode we speak with Phil Mowat of Ashtons Consulting who has helped hundreds of people over the years providing support, guidance, practical advice and coaching to set up their business for success.
Phil shares plenty of practical advice in this episode as we discuss:
- The relationship between franchisor and franchisee
- Creating a sales mindset
- Managed Service Fees vs level of support
- The difference between self employment and franchising
- Why accountability is important in business
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You can find Phil on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-mowat/ and Ashton Consulting here - https://www.ashtonsfranchise.com/
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Ryan Armitatage - Tezlom - Know the business you’re getting in to

Sometimes there is no better way to learn about a business or franchise than from hearing directly from the people who created it and understanding their story.
Only once you get to the heart of WHY their business exists and how it has evolved over the years, will you truly know if this is the business for you.
In this episode we speak with Ryan Armitage, Director of Tezlom, who leaves no stone unturned in sharing his story and that of his family run Healthcare Recruitment Agency.
It's a heart breaking, yet inspiring story that includes coping with a family members addiction, illnesses and grief, but also the immense mental strength that Ryan has shown in overcoming this adversity to build a successful brand all while supporting others to achieve success.
We also talk a bit about franchising and discover:
- What a discovery day is
- That there are options for individuals to obtain funding to buy a franchise
- The potential of scholarships for young people to own their own franchising
- The core values behind the Tezlom brand
This is an episode not to be missed!
Thanks for listening and if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you share and hit the subscribe button! You can find Ryan on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-armitage-tezlom/ and his company Tezlom here - https://www.tezlom.com/
If you have any comments or suggestions for who you would like to hear from next drop us a message at info@thefranchised.com or check out The Franchised website here - www.thefranchised.com

Suzy Sanders - Alchemy VA - Know your core values

Do you know your own core values?
Knowing your core values is the key to finding your ideal career and even your ideal life! Yet so many of us don't think about it and assume that money is the only way to find success and happiness.
It's something that is really important for our latest guest on #TheDisenfranchised podcast, Suzy Sanders Founder of Alchemy VA, who has built a success business for herself and who is now helping others to follow their dreams.
We also talk about:
- Working remotely
- Why she decided to franchise her business despite her preconceptions of the industry
- Why employing isn't always the best solution for businesses
- Why companies outsource
- The importance of networking
- Having the right mindset
Thanks for listening and if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you share and hit the subscribe button! You can find Suzy on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzy-sanders-b7776a31/ and her company Alchemy VA here - https://www.alchemyva.co.uk/
If you have any comments or suggestions for who you would like to hear from next drop us a message at info@thefranchised.com or check out The Franchised website here - www.thefranchised.com

Anne-Marie Martin - Diddi Dance - Leading by example

What could you achieve in your life or career if you had a leader who leads the way when things get tough?
In this episode we speak with the energetic force of nature that is Anne-Marie Martin, Founder of Diddi Dance, who talks about how she has managed to keep her energy levels high during the severe challenges her business faced in total lockdown and support a network with over 40 franchisees relying on her.
We also hear:
- How as a professional dancer her career evolved from dancing at the Royal Opera House to teaching unders 5 year olds
- Why she decided to franchise Diddi Dance
- The benefits of being part of a large group focused on a common goal during a pandemic
- How she leveraged new tools to maximise her franchise's exposure and become a TikTok celebrity in under a year
- Her thoughts on franchising supporting local communities
- and a whole heap more!
You're going to leave this one feeling energised!
Thanks for listening and if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you share and hit the subscribe button!
You can find Anne-Marie on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-marie-martin-b4850012/ and Diddi Dance here - https://www.diddidance.com/
If you have any comments or suggestions for who you would like to hear from next drop us a message at info@thefranchised.com or check out The Franchised website here - www.thefranchised.com

Rebecca Newenham - Get Ahead VA - Manage your time effectively

Would you believe us if we said that there was a way to set up a business and earn money quickly?
Well, you shouldn't!
Even if you're buying into someone else's proven business model where they give you tools, support and guidance, there is no guarantee of success.
You will still need to be prepared financially, especially during the first year and be prepared to work hard to make the business work yourself.
Your working hours will also change and so will need to manage your efforts efficiently.
In this episode we talk with Rebecca Newenham, Founder and Franchisor of virtual agency Get Ahead VA, about both of these topics as well as
- How commuting can impact your health
- How to work from home effectively
- Networking and how it's changed since COVID
- What a Virtual Assistant/Agency actually does
- Rebecca's penchant for leopard print and much, much more!
If you enjoy this episode, please make sure you share and hit the subscribe button, your support really makes a difference!
You can find Rebecca on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccanewenham/
and Get Ahead VA website here - https://getaheadva.com/
If you have any comments or suggestions for who you would like to hear from next, drop us a message at info@thefranchised.com or check out The Franchised website here - www.thefranchised.com
Thanks for listening!

Adam Blakey - Lil Beatz - Find the best business partner ever

What challenges are stopping you from setting up your own business?
If it's knowledge of how to do it, franchising can offer a great solution as the best business partner you could imagine!
It will still be hard work of course, just like setting up any business and you will need to do it yourself, however it could be an option worth considering.
In this episode we speak with Adam Blakey, Co-Founder of Lil Beatz who shares his balanced view on what franchising can offer.
We discuss:
- How he became disenfranchised with employment
- How being an employee can be just as good as being self employed
- The difference between self-employment and franchising
- The impressive vision he has for Lil Beatz
- An alternative approach to encouraging diversity and inclusion at an early age
- Stories that inspire Adam
- and so much more!
This episode is really jam packed with great content, so if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you share and hit the subscribe button!
You can find Adam on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-blakey-0b9178115/
and Lil Beatz website here - https://www.lilbeatz.co.uk/dance-franchise-opportunity/
If you have any comments or suggestions for who you would like to hear from next drop us a message at info@thefranchised.com or check out The Franchised website here - www.thefranchised.com
Thanks for listening!