Business Class

Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.

In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by Benjy Leslie, founder and CEO of Connect Management and widely recognised as one of the UK’s most impressive young business leaders. Benjy represents over 150 creators and delivers influencer campaigns for some of the world’s biggest brands, making him a leading voice in the creator economy.

Benjy shares how his journey into influencer management began during Covid, after noticing a close friend with over a million followers on TikTok and realising there was a huge opportunity to build a career around managing creators. From that moment, Connect Management was born.
In this conversation, Benjy opens up about his unconventional leadership style and why people skills are at the heart of everything he does. He talks about famously investing six figures into his team, offering generous bonuses, incentives, holidays, and even cars, and why giving back to his staff is a non-negotiable part of his business values.

Despite being told by others that his approach is “stupid” or unsustainable, Benjy explains how this leadership style has led to exceptional staff retention, a motivated team, and long-term business success. He also reflects on being business-minded from a young age and the lessons he’s learned while scaling a fast-growing company.

This episode is packed with insight on leadership, team culture, influencer marketing, and building a business that thrives by putting people first. A must-listen for entrepreneurs, founders, and anyone interested in modern business and leadership.
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Welcome back to Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.

In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by her sister and coworker, Lauren, as they sit down to tackle your listener dilemmas in a conversation packed with honest business insights and real-life lessons.

This episode even features a voice note from a loyal listener sharing a truly eye-opening and slightly terrifying story about working with a friend. It’s wild, relatable, and a must-listen for anyone considering mixing business with personal relationships.

Vicky and Lauren also open up about a difficult period last year when the business felt so tough that they seriously considered giving up. They share how they pushed through those challenges, why they’re so grateful they didn’t quit, and what those moments taught them about resilience, growth, and belief.

They discuss the realities of starting a business, the pressure of the early years, and why it’s okay to admit when things feel overwhelming. From trying to be a “cool boss” and learning the hard way why that approach can backfire, to understanding the difference between being kind and being nice, this episode explores the importance of leadership, boundaries, and having uncomfortable but necessary conversations.

If you’re navigating the ups and downs of running a business, managing people, or setting boundaries from the very beginning, this episode offers reassurance, perspective, and practical lessons you can learn from straight away.
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Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.

In this week’s solo episode, Vicky dives deep into social media growth and how to turn your online presence into a powerful revenue stream. From the importance of consistency to understanding how algorithms, audience trust, and content strategy work together, Vicky breaks down exactly what it takes to grow on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and beyond.

With a combined following of around 200,000 followers, Vicky shares her real-world experience of how social media can open the door to brand deals, new income opportunities, and long-term business growth. She talks honestly about the mental barriers that stop people from showing up online, how to get over fear of judgment, and how to build the confidence to become visible in your niche.

This episode also covers practical advice on posting frequency, content creation, and finding the time to show up consistently, even when life and business get busy. Whether you want to become a content creator, grow a personal brand, or monetise your social media platforms, this episode is packed with tips you can start using straight away.

If you’re serious about building an audience, attracting brands, and making money through social media, this is a must-listen.
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Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.

In this week’s episode, Vicky is joined by the brilliant Holly Brooke and Joely Sanderson, founders of the bold and brilliantly named brand We Are Regular, the all-in-one poo supplement that took the wellness industry by storm.

After struggling with chronic constipation for most of her life, Holly was desperate to find a solution that actually worked. While she eventually discovered something that helped, it required taking more than 30 supplements a day, which was unrealistic and unsustainable. Watching her friend struggle, Joely realised there had to be a better way, and together they decided to turn the problem into a product.

With strong backgrounds in business, the pair created We Are Regular and the response was instant. The brand hit six figures in just five weeks, proving there was a huge gap in the market for a simple, effective, all in one gut health solution.

In this honest and refreshingly open conversation, Holly and Joely talk about experiencing burnout at a young age, how to recognise the warning signs early, and how to protect your energy through boundaries while still building a high growth business. They also share how they work together as co founders, how they balance each other out, and what it really takes to build a brand with both impact and integrity.

This episode is packed with insight, humour, and real world business lessons, making it a must listen for entrepreneurs, founders, and women building brands in today’s fast moving world.

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Welcome back to another episode of Business Class with your host, Vicky Owens.

In this more relaxed, end-of-year episode, Vicky takes a moment to slow down and reflect in between the festive period. She opens up about everything she’s learned as a business owner this year, celebrating her personal and professional growth and sharing what lessons she’s choosing to carry forward into 2026.

Vicky talks honestly about learning to accept that not everyone is going to like you - and why that’s okay. She reflects on navigating changing friendships, letting go of relationships that no longer serve you, and understanding that you can’t force connection where it no longer fits.

She also addresses the reality of facing backlash on social media, explaining how success often brings criticism and why accepting that is part of continuing to move forward. From releasing resentment and bitterness to learning how to let go of the past, this episode is all about emotional growth, self-awareness, and protecting your peace.

If you’re entering a new year feeling reflective, evolving, or in need of a mindset reset, this episode offers honest perspective, reassurance, and space to breathe before stepping into what’s next.
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