Building Momentum in Business, One Bold Step at a Time with Stephanie Ward

In this episode of Mic Drop Moments, Sandra Garlick MBE is joined by Stephanie Ward, founder of The Spicy Brain Brands, for an honest and inspiring conversation about what it really takes to build momentum in business.

Stephanie shares how her business began almost by accident while on maternity leave, starting with small freelance projects and growing into a seven-figure agency. She talks openly about the challenges she has faced along the way, including disability, major operations, ongoing health issues, and the personal realities of building a business through difficult seasons of life.

Together, Sandra and Stephanie explore the importance of showing up, saying yes, learning as you go, and continuing to build momentum even when things feel hard. They also discuss the power of community, the value of genuine connection, and why business growth is often built through relationships, trust, and consistency rather than quick wins.

This episode is a powerful reminder that momentum does not always look polished. Sometimes it looks like resilience, adaptability, courage, and simply doing the next right thing with what you already have.

Mic Drop Moment: Start where you are, use what you have, and do what you can.

You can find out more about Stephanie here:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-ward-sbc/

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I was awarded my MBE for my services to women in business in the New Year’s Honours list 2020. I live in the Midlands (UK) and love solo travel in Italy, shoes, and football.

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In this solo episode of Mic Drop Moments, Sandra Garlick MBE talks about how momentum in business is rarely built through one big breakthrough. Instead, it grows quietly through the small things you do consistently over time — the conversations you have, the rooms you walk into, the content you share, and the impressions you leave behind.

Sandra shares how she approaches a new financial year, why reflection and planning matter, and how visibility often pays off much later than you expect. She also talks about protecting your time, being intentional about where you show up, and why people often need to see you more than once before opportunities begin to flow. If you’ve ever felt like your efforts aren’t working quickly enough, this episode is a powerful reminder that momentum is often building long before you see the results.

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I’m Sandra Garlick MBE a former solicitor, Speaker Mentor, founder of Woman Who, and I’m a Business Growth & Visibility Strategist. I also create opportunities to power up your personal brand and get visible through Speaking. If you're looking to work on your confidence, discover your keynote and gain more speaking opportunities that lead to sales, join the the Let’s Get Visible® ACCELERATE Academy, or ask about The Amplify Experience or working 1:1.

I was awarded my MBE for my services to women in business in the New Year’s Honours list 2020. I live in the Midlands (UK) and love solo travel in Italy, shoes, and football.

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In this episode of Mic Drop Moments, I’m sharing a Q&A at Dani Devren and Soph Newman's Soul Aligned Retreat Day.

You'll hear me chat to Dani and Soph then take questions from the audience.

It was a beautifully curated experience of relaxation, learning and great conversations.

Dani & Soph have been best friends for over 17 years that have recently came together in business. Together they run The Soul-Aligned Day Retreats - luxury connection events every 3 months, as well as Dani’s Awakening: The Mastermind Experience for the Spiritually Curious.

Dani aka The Soul-Aligned Mentor and Rebellious Cheerleader for Joyful Living is passionate about psychology Informed mentorship for Mind, Body & Soul evolution. Dani supports women to prioritise themselves, unlocking their spiritual development and true soul-deep happiness - whilst building personal brands that feel like home.

Soph is a Psychospiritual Therapist and Astrologer who helps women move out of survival mode through EFT, subconscious work and nervous system healing.

You don’t need more people in your world… you need deeper connection with the right ones.

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I was awarded my MBE for my services to women in business in the New Year’s Honours list 2020. I live in the Midlands (UK) and love solo travel in Italy, shoes, and football.

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Welcome to the Mic Drop Moments Podcast Episode #211

In this episode of Mic Drop Moments, I’m chatting with Tara Askham.

Tara Askham is an award-winning finance educator, published author and mentor, and founder of TKA Finance Training. She helps small business owners and non-finance leaders understand their numbers with confidence, not jargon. She is a member of Xero’s Financial Confidence Taskforce, a Steering Committee member for the UK Government-backed Maple Review, a consultant to global awarding bodies including AAT, and a funding panel member for NatWest S&CC Charity. Her mission is to bridge the gap between accountants and business owners through practical, confidence-building financial education.

We chat all about the numbers, understanding your numbers, and why.

Tara shares her back story which started with a Blue Peter Appeal, training to be an accountant, and how she turned up for a college course then found herself teaching it the following week.

Numbers are her passion, not just the numbers but helping business owners really understand them.

Listen as Tara shares some of the biggest mistakes, the questions to ask your accountant, and how you can make better decisions when you really know your numbers.

Tara also talks about her trip driving a TukTuk across India from Chennai to Goa raising funds to educate women and girls.

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I’m Sandra Garlick MBE a former solicitor, Speaker Mentor, founder of Woman Who, and I’m a Business Growth & Visibility Strategist. I also create opportunities to power up your personal brand and get visible through the Let’s Get Visible® ACCELERATE Academy, Woman Who® Achieves & Solopreneur Awards, and Strategy Days.

I was awarded my MBE for my services to women in business in the New Year’s Honours list 2020. I live in the Midlands (UK) and love solo travel in Italy, shoes, and football.

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In this episode of Mic Drop Moments, I’m chatting with financial adviser Katy Eatenton about a topic many people avoid but absolutely need to think about: protection.

As this month’s theme is The Power of Connection, we also reflect on how our own connection began through a business retreat in Malta and deepened through shared rooms, conversations and masterminds... a perfect example of how meaningful connections can lead to new opportunities and important conversations.

We talk about life insurance, critical illness cover, income protection, wills and trusts, and why these things aren’t just “boring admin” but a vital part of protecting yourself, your family and your future.

Katy also shares her personal backstory, that led her into this work, and why she’s now so passionate about helping people, especially women and business owners, avoid being left vulnerable when life takes an unexpected turn.

This is a thoughtful and eye-opening conversation about planning ahead, making informed choices, and not leaving the important stuff until it’s too late.

Katy’s Mic Drop Moment says it all: Don’t leave anything to chance.

Katy Eatenton is a multi-six-figure finance expert, keynote speaker, and single mother who has turned lived experience into impact.

With a background in financial planning and protection, Katy helps entrepreneurs and families secure their wealth, income, and not just for today, but for generations to come.

Her work is anchored in a deeply personal mission: to protect people financially so no one is left relying on GoFundMe at life’s most vulnerable moments. Known for her calm authority, straight-talking delivery, and powerful stage presence, Katy brings both strategy and soul to every conversation.

Find out more about Katy here:

Website: http://www.katyeatenton.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-eatenton/

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I’m Sandra Garlick MBE a former solicitor, Speaker Mentor, founder of Woman Who, and I’m a Business Growth & Visibility Strategist. I also create opportunities to power up your personal brand and get visible through the Let’s Get Visible® ACCELERATE Academy, Woman Who® Achieves & Solopreneur Awards, and Strategy Days.

I was awarded my MBE for my services to women in business in the New Year’s Honours list 2020. I live in the Midlands (UK) and love solo travel in Italy, shoes, and football.

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WHO AM I?

I’m Sandra Garlick MBE a former solicitor, Speaker Mentor, founder of Woman Who, and I’m a Business Growth & Visibility Strategist. I also create opportunities to power up your personal brand and get visible through the Let’s Get Visible® ACCELERATE Academy, Woman Who® Achieves & Solopreneur Awards, and Strategy Days.

I was awarded my MBE for my services to women in business in the New Year’s Honours list 2020. I live in the Midlands (UK) and love solo travel in Italy, shoes, and football.

LET’S CONNECT

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

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Mic Drop Moments is Sponsored by Grow Radio

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WORK WITH ME

• Group and 121 opportunities in 2026. Just get in touch: https://womanwho.co.uk/about/get-in-touch/

• Ask me about my new Amplify Experience a 6-month experience to amplify you, your buisness and your voice : Book a Discovery Call

WHO AM I?

I’m Sandra Garlick MBE a former solicitor, Speaker Mentor, founder of Woman Who, and I’m a Business Growth & Visibility Strategist. I also create opportunities to power up your personal brand and get visible through the Let’s Get Visible® ACCELERATE Academy, Woman Who® Achieves & Solopreneur Awards, and Strategy Days.

I was awarded my MBE for my services to women in business in the New Year’s Honours list 2020. I live in the Midlands (UK) and love solo travel in Italy, shoes, and football.

LET’S CONNECT

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

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

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

Mic Drop Moments is Sponsored by Grow Radio

GROW Radio is an online radio station dedicated to bringing you a different podcast on the hour… every hour. I am proud that Mic Drop Moments is played on GROW Radio every Tuesday at 3pm and Friday at 8am and to be part of their podcasting community.

If you want to listen to the station, explore their shows, get your podcast onto GROW Radio or check out many of the blogs to improve your podcasting skills… head over to https://www.growradio.uk today!