Podcast For Business with Steve Twynham

In this podcast Steve speaks with ISO expert Steve Stobo and a panel of local business owners about ISO 27001 and practical ways to protect business information. Topics include password vaults, encryption, secure cloud storage, GDPR considerations, third-party supplier risk and the need for staff training.

This episode gives clear, actionable advice for startups and SMEs to assess risks and implement straightforward controls to keep customer and company data safe.

In this episode Steve Twynham talks with a panel of small business owners about managing overwhelm and reclaiming control. They share practical strategies like setting clear boundaries, using technology profiles, blocking uninterrupted ‘red time’, and applying the urgent-important matrix to prioritise work.

Guests also discuss simple wellbeing habits—walks, scheduled health hours, and leaving work for Monday—that help recharge the mind and create a calmer, more productive business life.

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Podcast For Business host Steve Twynham is joined by Matt Shaw from Liberty Flooring Ltd about different types of flooring options available to consumers.
Matt shared his extensive background in the flooring industry, spanning 45-50 years, and explained how the industry has evolved from primarily carpet-based to including hard flooring options like hardwood, laminate, LVT (Luxury Vinyl Tile), and porcelain tiles. The discussion covered key considerations for each flooring type, including installation requirements, quality differences, and proper preparation techniques. Matt emphasized the importance of working with reputable, independent retailers who focus on total floor costs rather than just per-square-meter pricing, as well as the critical role of proper installation in ensuring a floor's long-term performance and appearance.

Key takeaways include:
Comparing final on-the-floor prices (not just per-square-metre rates).
Using reputable local independents, and ensuring proper measurement and installation for a long-lasting floor.

In this podcast Steve is joined by Miles from Miles Marketing.
Miles shared his extensive career experience, including his work at Adidas developing a segmented skateboard product strategy and creating virtual horse racing for the betting industry during the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak. He discussed the importance of brand values, particularly his own value of "pioneer," and emphasized how businesses should focus on solving specific customer problems rather than trying to appeal to everyone. Miles also shared insights about website content strategy, hiring based on values rather than just qualifications, and the significance of maintaining consistent brand messaging across all team members

Takeaways:
Solve customer problems.
Hire for values.
Make your website customer-focused, and test boldly—simple, actionable advice for small businesses.

A group of small business owners share candid stories about the highs and lows of running a business — from feeling overwhelmed and dealing with mental health to systemizing work and outsourcing tasks.

The episode offers practical tips: recognize when you’re struggling, ask for help, focus on what you can control, and build systems to grow sustainably.

Host Steve Twynham and a panel of business professionals discuss the biggest mistakes people make when networking, both online and face-to-face.

They share practical tips on preparing a clear pitch, being visible on video, following up with one-to-ones, choosing welcoming groups, and focusing on building relationships rather than expecting immediate sales.

In this episode of Podcasts For Business, business owners discuss why follow-ups and one-to-one meetings are crucial for building trust, understanding people beyond their elevator pitches, and generating real referrals. They share practical tips for meaningful conversations, offering help, and using shared spaces to strengthen connections.

Whether you’re nervous about networking or want to deepen your existing connections, this episode explains how thoughtful follow-ups and genuine one-to-ones turn introductions into lasting business opportunities.

In this podcast episode, Steve and Craig discussed the evolving role of accountants and how they can help small business owners navigate financial decisions. Craig shared his approach of treating clients holistically and using simple language to explain complex financial concepts. They explored the importance of developing a 5-year business plan and regularly reviewing it. Craig emphasized the value of having a strong relationship with an accountant and highlighted that businesses working with accountants tend to earn 11% more in turnover. They also discussed the need for small business owners to overcome their fear of numbers and the importance of aligning team members with the business's values. The episode concluded with Craig encouraging listeners to reach out to him through his website for further assistance.