- Kay Suthar sits down with Sarah Abel, an expert in business funding and scaling, known as the Funding Godmother. Sarah shares her incredible journey from running a small salon to building a successful seven-figure business. With a wealth of experience, Sarah explains how businesses can access available funds and the importance of setting up a business correctly to secure these opportunities. Sarah also dives into her journey of overcoming challenges, from starting various businesses to finding the formula for long-term success and sustainability.
Tune in as Sarah and Kay discuss the steps businesses must take to unlock funding opportunities, the significance of having processes and systems in place, and Sarah's personal tips on growing a resilient and successful business.
What to Expect in This Episode:
(00:00) - Introduction to Sarah Abel and Her Expertise in Business Funding.
(06:30) - Sarah’s Journey from a Small Salon Owner to Building a Seven-Figure Business.
(15:50) - The Importance of Setting Up a Business Correctly to Secure Funding.
(24:00) - Sarah’s Strategies for Helping Businesses Access Government Grants and Funding.
(35:30) - Common Mistakes Businesses Make When Applying for Funding.
(42:45) - Building a Sustainable Business and Maintaining Work-Life Balance.
(52:00) - Tips on Creating Systems and Processes for Long-Term Business Success.
(1:05:00) - The Value of Developing a Strong Team and Support Network.
About Sarah Abel
Sarah Abel is the founder of TNB Skills Training and is widely recognized as the "Funding Godmother." With over 20 years of experience in the hair and beauty industry and corporate consulting, Sarah helps businesses understand and access available funding opportunities. She specializes in setting up companies to qualify for government grants and other funding options. Her passion for business growth and development has transformed many small businesses into thriving enterprises.
Connect with Sarah Abel
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-abel-270a8724
Facebook: www.facebook.com/tnbskillstraining
Instagram: sarahabelfundinggodmother
Website: www.tnbskillstraining.co.uk
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Connect with Kay Suthar!
Business Website: https://makeyourmarkagency.com/
Podcast Website: https://www.makeyourmarkpodcast.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-suthar-make-your-mark/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaysutharpodstrategist
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Facebook Group - Podcast PowerHouse: https://www.facebook.com/groups/482037820744114
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For more information, email Kay directly at: kay@makeyourmarkagency.com
