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Small Business, Big Network

Small Business, Big Network

Written by: Liz Drury
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Small Business, Big Network is the podcast for small business owners who want better results from their networking. I'm Liz Drury, a freelance voiceover artist who knows that if you're not working as much as you'd like, then networking could help! The show is a mix of bite sized episodes on networking basics, and interviews with business owners who are successfully using networking to grow. There are lots of inspirational stories that will encourage you to get started or to keep going on your own networking journey.Copyright 2026 Liz Drury Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Marketing Marketing & Sales
Episodes
  • Having difficult conversations, with Clare Haynes
    Feb 23 2026

    A facilitator, coach and professional speaker for 23 years, Clare Haynes runs award-winning business Wildfire helping people to speak up and have confident conversations. She works with teams and 1:1, building peoples’ communication and business confidence using their greatest asset – themselves.

    Clare has a psychology background and her career spans television, sport, charity and the social sectors. Clare was named in the UK’s Top 100 Female Entrepreneurs by Small Business Britain’s f;Entrepreneur iAlso campaign 2025, celebrating women business leaders, and has won national awards for her coaching and as a service provider.

    Clare believes networking is like all business success, not being something you’re not but bringing out your best!

    Website: https://www.wildfireatwork.co.uk/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clarehaynes/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildfirespark/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clare.haynes.Wildfire/

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    22 mins
  • Net-giving not networking, with James Eder
    Feb 16 2026

    James Eder is Author of The Collision Code, entrepreneur, work–life coach, speaker with over 20 years of leadership experience. He co-founded Student Beans (Part of Pion), a global platform helping brands connect with Gen Z through insights, engagement, and verification empowering businesses to build trust and lasting loyalty.

    Passionate about the power of human connection, James has dedicated his career to creating communities and opportunities that bring people together. His recently published book, The Collision Code, explores how genuine relationships can transform both personal fulfilment and professional success. In a world where digital interaction often leaves us more isolated than connected, the book offers a roadmap to spark serendipity, build confidence, and create meaningful collisions that open new doors. You can find out more, see reviews and order the book on Amazon https://amzn.to/4l4XfL5

    Through his ventures, talks, and writing, James inspires people to embrace possibility, unlock their potential, and create ripple effects of positive change in the world around them.

    James can be reached on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameseder/ - if you request to connect please mention this recording.

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    25 mins
  • Jenny Green: Keep your pitch short and sweet!
    Feb 9 2026

    Jenny Green is the Senior Account Manager at 22:22 Marketing. The company work across all aspects of digital marketing but are particularly well known for helping businesses with online ads for platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn and Google.

    When it comes to networking, Jenny's top tip is to keep your pitch short and sweet!

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-green-080121242/

    https://www.2222marketing.co.uk/

    jenny@2222marketing.co.uk

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    23 mins
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