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The Power of Starting Before You’re Ready: Lessons from Emma Bright Ep. 77.

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Showbiz Side Hustle Podcast. This week, Nicole Louise Geddes sits down with Emma Bright, founder of Embody Dance Studio and the innovative Future Dance Teachers programme. With more than 17 years of experience running her own studio, Emma Bright has identified a real gap in leadership and communication skills among young dancers and has created a pathway to support the next generation.

In this episode, you’ll hear Emma Bright’s journey from passionate nine-year-old dancer to successful studio owner and creator of a CPD-accredited course. Nicole Louise Geddes and Emma Bright explore the importance of authentic leadership, developing confidence, and the power of taking the first step, even when you don’t feel ready. They discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with positive support, embracing collaboration over competition, and recognising the transferable skills performers already possess as they pivot into new careers or business ventures.

Whether you’re a performer considering your next act, a dance school owner dreaming of building a thriving team, or simply looking for practical advice to embrace your passions and make meaningful career pivots, this episode is packed with honest insights, mindset shifts, and a warm invitation to step into your own spotlight.

Chapters

00:00 "Dance Leadership with Emma Bright"

04:29 Helpfulness Over Competition

06:45 Authentic Leadership Through Connection

10:07 "Transforming Students Into Leaders"

14:13 "Dream Big, Start Small"

17:17 "Passion and Openness in Art"

22:12 "Resilience: From Stage to Success"

25:09 "Pivoting for Future Teachers"

27:12 "Pivoting Through Performance Challenges"

31:17 "Future Dance Teacher Synergy"

35:10 "Passion-Driven Creative Success"

39:28 "Inspiration Through Future Dance Teachers"

41:07 "Peer Support Is Crucial"

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Building a Life Beyond Performing: Mindset, Boundaries and the Power of Saying No - Ep. 76.

Welcome to a brand new episode of the Showbiz Side Hustle Podcast, the go-to show for performers who know their journey doesn't stop when the curtain falls. In this episode, Nicole kicks off Season 3 with the first expert deep dive, focusing on the crucial topics of mindset, energy and intuition for performers transitioning into new careers or expanding their creative paths.

Joining the conversation is acclaimed West End actor and spiritual coach Buckso Dhillon-Woolley. With a career that started in her late 30s, embracing everything from TV soaps, film and the West End, to founding a spiritual magazine and coaching fellow creatives, Buckso Dhillon-Woolley brings her undeniable wisdom about pivoting, resilience and reconnecting with your authentic self.

This episode explores what it means to repurpose your performance skills outside the confines of the stage, embrace change, and build powerful new stories in your life and career. You’ll hear inspiring anecdotes, practical tools for self-empowerment, and an honest look at how grief, intuition and transferable skills shape the multi-talented, ever-evolving performerpreneur.

If you’ve ever felt lost in the industry or wondered how your creativity could lead you to new adventures, you’re in the right place. Tune in for permission, practical advice and plenty of food for thought from two women who know what it means to step confidently into the next chapter.

Chapters

00:00 "Performers Pivoting Beyond Stage"

04:38 "Journey from Extra to Actor"

08:21 "Rethinking Drama School Expectations"

09:52 "Changing the Industry Narrative"

16:00 "Spiritual Advisor and Mentor"

18:22 "Finding Self in Industry"

24:08 "Rejecting Fear, Embracing Power"

25:06 "Embracing Your Unique Process"

28:47 "Embrace Change, Release Old Convictions"

32:27 "Reflections on Acting Habits"

36:47 "Empowered Connection and Growth Events"

38:10 "Joy, Growth, and Fulfillment"

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Building Your Personal Brand: Visibility, Opportunity and Longevity for Creative Entrepreneurs Ep. 75.

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Showbiz Side Hustle Podcast, hosted by Nicole Louise Geddes. In this solo session, Nicole Louise Geddes dives deep into the world of personal branding, what it really means for performers and creative entrepreneurs.

Forget the influencer hype and vanity metrics; this episode focuses on how to build an authentic, intentional personal brand that opens doors both on and off stage.

Nicole unpacks why personal branding is crucial for navigating career transitions, creating new opportunities, and ensuring longevity in the industry. You’ll learn practical steps to tell your story, define your brand pillars and show up confidently in every arena, from social media to real-life networking.

Whether you’re just beginning your showbiz side hustle or ready for your next pivot, this episode will leave you feeling empowered, equipped, and excited to own your unique spotlight.

Chapters

00:00 "Personal Branding for Performers"

03:49 "Personal Branding: Authentic Career Identity"

10:01 "Embrace Your Multifaceted Identity"

14:14 "Building Intentional Personal Branding Online"

16:15 "Managing Your Personal Brand"

22:20 "Embrace Growth, Stay Authentic"

23:47 "Embrace Visibility for Growth"

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Support, Grow and Pivot: Your Guide to The Showbiz Side Hustle's Season 3 - Ep. 74.

Welcome to a brand new season of The Showbiz Side Hustle Podcast, hosted by Nicole Louise Geddes. In this Season 3 launch, Nicole Louise Geddes shares her heartfelt gratitude as the community continues to grow and evolve together. This season, the podcast takes a fresh direction, focused on supporting performers, creative entrepreneurs and anyone ready to pivot into their next act.

Nicole opens up about her own journey with PerformerPreneur, the challenges of building something solo and the revelation that true success comes with community and collaboration. That’s why this season introduces the Associate Network, an inspiring collective of professionals who bring a wealth of expertise, from mindset and mental health to marketing, franchising and beyond. Each episode is designed to offer practical advice, real experiences and tangible support, whether you’re stepping away from the stage or forging your own creative business.

With a mix of solo insights, expert interviews and Q&A episodes fuelled by listener questions, Season 3 is packed with gold dust for anyone ready to embrace change and move confidently towards success. So, tune in weekly, join the supportive community and discover the next steps you need to thrive—because, as Nicole Louise Geddes reminds us, you don’t have to do any of it alone.

Chapters

00:00 "Showbiz Side Hustle Podcast"

05:44 "Expert Insights and Guidance"

07:06 "Ask, Share, Learn, and Grow"

10:08 Enduring Affection

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Wrapping Up the Spotlight on Success Series - Ep. 73.

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Welcome to the season finale of the Showbiz Side Hustle Podcast, hosted by Nicole Louise Geddes. In this heartfelt wrap-up of the "Spotlight on Success" series, Nicole Louise Geddes reflects on a transformative journey alongside the remarkable co-authors of the bestselling book, "Spotlight on Success, When Passion Meets Purpose."

This episode is a celebration of the courage, resilience and reinvention that performers experience when stepping into new spotlights, embracing fresh directions and discovering that success isn’t limited to the stage.

Join Nicole as she expresses gratitude for the creative team behind the scenes, highlights standout stories from the series and encourages listeners to pursue their own pivots with confidence.

Whether you’re a performer contemplating your next move or simply someone inspired by stories of evolution and hope, this episode is packed with encouragement, community spirit and resources to help you on your journey.

Stay tuned to discover what’s next for PerformerPreneur and get a sneak peek into the exciting plans for the upcoming series.

Chapters

00:00 "More Than a Performer"

05:04 "Unrealistic Dreams to Extraordinary Reality"

09:27 "Performerpreneur Network & Events"

12:49 "Spotlight Series: Inspiring Stories"

15:14 "Supportive Space for Performers"

18:28 "Stay Connected and Supported"

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Secrets of Success: How Nicole Louise Geddes Turned Passion into Performerpreneur Purpose - Ep. 72.

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Welcome back to the Showbiz Side Hustle Podcast and our special Spotlight series! In this unique episode, roles are reversed as host Nicole Louise Geddes steps into the limelight herself to answer questions from her audience and community. As a performer turned multi-passionate entrepreneur, founder of Performerpreneur and Manic Stage Productions and the driving force behind the best-selling book "Spotlight on Success," Nicole shares her personal journey of reinvention from stage to business and authorship.

Join Nicole as she candidly tackles big topics, from grappling with identity beyond performance and overcoming the guilt of pivoting, to building resilience during the pandemic and creating a thriving, heart-led community that champions collaboration over competition.

Whether you're a performer at a crossroads, dreaming of something new, or curious to hear the behind-the-scenes story of this incredible book project, you'll find wisdom, encouragement and a dose of honest inspiration in this episode.

Tune in for real talk about mindset blocks, bold dreams, finding your purpose, and daring to embrace what's next, all straight from Nicole herself. It's time to get inspired to pivot, grow and take centre stage in your own reinvention story.

Chapters

00:00 "Spotlight on Success: My Story"

03:12 "Spotlight on Success"

07:27 "Permission to Embrace Change"

09:54 "Why It Resonated Deeply"

15:29 "Dare to Dream Big"

18:50 "Embracing Growth and Community"

20:32 Finding Peace Through Slowing Down

27:13 "Hopeful Readers at Life's Pivots"

32:13 "Live Fully, Try Everything"

33:08 "Series Wrap-Up Announcement"

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Stepping Into the Spotlight After the Stage: Lucy Kate Daly’s Inspirational Journey- Ep. 71.

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Welcome to this very special penultimate episode of the Showbiz Side Hustle Podcast’s Spotlight series. This week, we’re honoured to shine a light on Lucy Kate Daly, a professional dancer turned award-winning Inspirational Woman of Portsmouth and founder of the thriving Lucy Kate Star Academy.

Join host Nicole Louise Geddes and Lucy Kate Daly as they delve into Lucy’s remarkable journey from the glitz and exhaustion of performing on international stages and cruise ships to the daunting decision to return home and start life afresh.

Lucy shares the honest truth behind the sequins, from navigating the cutthroat world of auditions to building a new life, a new business and a sense of belonging in a brand new city. But at the heart of her story is resilience, demonstrated not only through her entrepreneurial success but also through her son cystic fibrosis diagnosis, a challenge she meets with extraordinary courage and the support of her close-knit community.

This conversation goes beyond the stage, exploring the transferable skills performers bring to business, the importance of planning for life’s pivots, and how true success often means being present for the moments that matter most. Whether you’re a performer at a crossroad, a parent balancing ambition and family, or simply someone seeking an inspiring tale of reinvention, this episode offers invaluable lessons in daring to step into the spotlight at every stage of life.

Chapters

00:00 Cruise Ship Life and Love

06:22 "Preparation Pays Off Later"

07:41 "Financial Education and Stability"

13:14 "Resilience in Performers"

15:15 Building Confidence Through Dance

18:48 Dance School Community Recognition

21:39 "Resilience and Warrior Spirit"

25:48 "Raising Awareness for Understanding"

27:57 "Unexpected Triumph Through Adversity"

33:26 "Life Beyond College and Career"

36:18 "Inspiration, Dreams, and Love"

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The Golden Thread: Rebecca Griffiths on Evolving Careers and Life Chapters - Ep. 70.

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Showbiz Side Hustle Podcast. In today's Spotlight Series, host Nicole Louise Geddes sits down with Rebecca Griffith, educator, tutor, circus performer and multi-business owner, to dive deep into the journey of finding true purpose amid the dazzling, multifaceted world of showbiz.

You'll hear how Rebecca pivoted from her full-time teaching career to create a vibrant blend of creativity, courage and entrepreneurship. From classrooms to fire shows on the beaches of the Maldives, her story is a testament to trusting your instincts, embracing transformation and following joy, even when the world says it's safest to play it small.

Discover how chapters in life don’t have to be separate acts, but can instead weave into a golden thread of passion and purpose, leading to new opportunities both in and out of the spotlight. This episode is packed with raw, honest reflections, practical advice for building a life you love and powerful reminders that your next act might just be your brightest yet.

If you’re ready to rethink success, embrace evolution and shine in your own unique spotlight, this conversation with Rebecca Griffith is one you won’t want to miss. Grab your cuppa, settle in and let’s get inspired.

Chapters

00:00 "Spotlight on Success Stories"

04:25 "Reflecting Through Book Collaboration"

08:41 Fairy Bluebell's Journey Begins

12:52 "Organised Teacher Turned Entrepreneur"

16:28 Beware Burnout: Prioritise Wellbeing

17:33 "Kindness, Commitment, and Intuition"

22:53 "Persevere and Pursue Your Dreams"

26:03 Building Confidence Through Observation

28:47 "Embracing Freedom and Growth"

32:39 Inspiring Growth and Evolution

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