Most founders don’t realise they’re the biggest bottleneck in their business until burnout and stalled growth force them to face it.
In this episode of Beyond the Numbers, Bev unpacks the Owner’s Trap: why being the hub of every decision hurts your business value and how to break free. You’ll discover the warning signs, real costs, and practical steps to delegate, systemise, and scale without you.
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What The Chuff Does That Mean? S01 E10
Ever nodded through a finance meeting pretending to know what “EBITDA” means? You’re not alone. In this episode of Beyond the Numbers, Bev cuts through the jargon to decode the most confusing financial terms business owners face.
You’ll learn what those acronyms and reports actually mean, like cash flow vs profit, accruals, VAT, and director’s loans, and why they matter for your pricing, planning, and peace of mind.
Because when you understand your numbers, you make better decisions and can lead with confidence.
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As Bev mentions, you can dive deeper into cash flow vs profit in Episode 1 here.
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From a £200k Loss to Doing £7M | Lessons From Dean Jackson, HUUB S01 E09
What happens when innovation meets endurance? In this episode of Beyond the Numbers, Bev sits down with Dean Jackson, founder of the performance gear brand HUUB, for a conversation that goes deeper than just business.
You’ll hear how Dean turned a passion for sport into a global brand trusted by Olympic champions, the mindset that carried him through uncertainty, and what it really takes to grow with grit. This one’s about staying the course, whether you’re building a business, breaking records, or both.
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How to Lead Better by Prioritising Yourself S01 E08
It’s easy to focus on performance and forget the person driving it. In this episode of Beyond the Numbers, Bev takes a step back from finance to talk about something just as vital - your well-being.
You’ll explore why personal health, energy, and support systems are essential to high performance, how to manage stress before it spirals, and why you need a personal performance plan as much as a business one. This is about building a business that works, without burning yourself out in the process.
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The One-Page Plan Every Business Owner Needs S01 E07
Most business plans gather dust. This one fits on a single page, and actually gets used.
In this episode of Beyond the Numbers, Bev walks you through how to create a simple, clear plan to keep you focused, track what really matters, and stay aligned with your goals. You'll learn how to set practical 12-month targets, monitor five key numbers, and make your plan part of your weekly rhythm, not just something you revisit once a year.
Welcome to Beyond the Numbers, the podcast where we take the stress out of business finance and break down the numbers in a way that actually makes sense.
Each week, you’ll be joined by Bev Wakefield as she shares straight-talking, practical advice to help you take control of your business finances. From cash flow to pricing, profit to planning, Bev breaks it all down with clarity and simplicity, so you can make confident decisions and build a business that truly works for you.
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