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In this episode, Mildred Talabi is joined by the brilliant Ella Wales Bonner – a former venture capitalist turned coach and fractional Chief of Staff.
We dive deep into Ella’s personal and professional journey, starting from her childhood in South London all the way through her high-powered VC career and the bold pivot into coaching and founder support.
Ella shares what it was like to navigate the male-dominated world of venture capital as one of the few Black women in the room – and what she learned about relationship-building, investor mindsets, and the myths founders often have about securing VC funding.
We also explore:
The impact of visibility and representation in elite spacesWhy not every founder should chase VC moneyHow to align your work with your personal valuesThe power of networking and showing up on LinkedInWhat it takes to trust yourself enough to carve a new path---
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ella-wales-bonner-3339b6107/
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In this solo episode, Mildred Talabi unpacks some of the common misconceptions about being an introvert and shares how understanding and embracing your introvert nature is key to unlocking your visibility.
Whether you’re deep in your introvert era or just beginning to understand yourself better, this episode will give you the tools and encouragement to start being visible – your way.
You’ll learn:
The difference between introverts and extroverts when it comes to energyHow to approach visibility without being loud or performativeCommon challenges introverts face with visibility – and how to overcome themPractical ways to start showing up more consistently on LinkedInHow to embrace your introverted strengths while stretching outside your comfort zoneBe sure to subscribe now so you don't miss any future episodes in this season!
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In this episode of Start Being Visible, Mildred Talabi sits down with Ella Orr, a personal branding coach and social media trainer, to discuss her remarkable career transition from teaching to social media marketing. Ella shares how she reinvented herself professionally, the power of LinkedIn for personal branding, and the challenges—and triumphs—of stepping into entrepreneurship.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
✔️ Ella’s journey from primary school teacher to social media marketing expert
✔️ The role of personal branding in career transitions
✔️ How Ella overcame self-doubt and embraced change in her 50s
✔️ LinkedIn strategies that helped her gain traction and build trust
✔️ The importance of networking, business coaching, and staying visible online
✔️ Why setting small goals and staying happy in your work matters
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🔗 LinkedIn: Ella Orr
🔗 Website: Much More Social
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In this episode, Mildred Talabi unpacks the latest changes to LinkedIn’s algorithm and what they mean for content creators, professionals, and business owners looking to grow their visibility.
From LinkedIn’s increasing focus on video content to the evolving role of authenticity and AI in personal branding, Mildred provides actionable insights to help you navigate the ever-changing LinkedIn landscape.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How LinkedIn’s algorithm updates are changing engagement patterns – and why posts are taking longer to gain traction.
✅ Why LinkedIn is shifting towards a “pay to play” model and how to work with the changes.
✅ The platform’s growing emphasis on video content and what it means for creators who prefer written posts.
✅ The power of authenticity in personal branding and why AI should be used to enhance – not replace – your unique voice.
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In this episode of Start Being Visible, Mildred sits down with Michelle De Leon, the founder and CEO of World Afro Day®. From her personal journey with Afro hair to leading a global movement for recognition and equality, Michelle shares the experiences that shaped her mission.
They discuss the power of embracing natural hair, the inspiration behind World Afro Day, and Michelle’s incredible advocacy work—including her recent campaign to update the UK Equality Act to protect Afro hair.
Michelle also opens up about her mother-daughter journey, her decision to change her name, and how she’s stepping into new spaces as a public speaker.
This conversation is about visibility, identity, and the importance of challenging societal norms.
Key topics discussed:
Growing up without a mother and raising a daughterMichelle’s decision to change her middle name and the powerful story behind itEmbracing natural Afro hair and breaking generational beauty standardsThe inspiration and impact of World Afro Day®Workplace hair discrimination and the fight for legal protectionsThe importance of visibility and using your voice for changeSubscribe to Start Being Visible now so you don't miss any episodes in this season!
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Rosie Parsons is an award-winning brand and celebrity photographer with a passion for helping entrepreneurs elevate their visibility.
A former music industry professional, Rosie transitioned into brand photography, using her expertise to build a business that attracts clients from across the UK and beyond. She is a strong advocate for personal branding, authenticity, and creating a standout online presence.
In this episode, we discuss everything from personal branding and influencer collaborations to smartphone photography and work-life balance.
Key topics discussed:
Rosie's journey from the music industry to brand photographyThe importance of personal branding and visibilityStrategies for influencer collaborations and social media marketingTips for taking professional-quality photos using a smartphoneBalancing business visibility with personal lifeBuilding and nurturing an engaged online communitySubscribe to Start Being Visible now so you don't miss any episodes in this season!
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/personalbrandphotographerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieparsonsphotographyWebsite: http://slayyourselfies.com---
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Welcome to Episode 1 of Season 3 of the Start Being Visible podcast!
After a year-long break, Mildred Talabi has returned with fresh insights, renewed energy, and a deepened commitment to helping women break through visibility barriers in their careers and businesses.
In this episode, Mildred shares:
✅ Her personal journey – From daily LinkedIn posts to rediscovering purpose in her work
✅ Why visibility on LinkedIn matters – And how it opens doors to career and business opportunities
✅ Seven key steps to building a personal brand on LinkedIn
Be sure to subscribe now so you don't miss any episodes in this season!
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Mildred Talabi is back with an exciting new season of the Start Being Visible podcast!
After a break, she’s returning with fresh insights, powerful solo episodes, and inspiring conversations with guest experts—all designed to help you show up and stand out on LinkedIn and beyond.
The first episode of Season 3 is launching on Wednesday, 5th March 2025.
Don’t miss out—subscribe now and be the first to hear each new episode when it drops! 🎧
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It's the last episode for Season 2 of Start Being Visible!
In this solo episode, I share 5 things women need to know about career moves, based on conversations I've had on this season of the podcast.
Whether you're currently in the midst of a career move or planning one for the future, tune in to this episode for some insights that might help you get to your destination quicker!
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Mamta Jain Valderrama wears many hats.
She is a Chief Operating Officer who is drawn to social impact and social justice, having started her career in healthcare operations.
In addition, Mamta is also a wife, a mom, a vegan advocate and a collector of chocolate bars from around the world – with more than 300 bars from 6 continents!
In 2017, Mamta published A Girl In Traffick, a novel based on true stories of human kidney trafficking & the black market organ trade, which became an Amazon bestselling in the thriller category.
Having grown up in Los Angeles, USA, today Mamta lives in Scottsdale, AZ, with her husband and daughter, and is currently in search of the next organisation to lend her skills, passion and personality to as a COO!
In this episode we discuss everything from human trafficking and book writing to chocolates and purpose-driven work.
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Urvina Shah and Anjali Gudhka are co-founders of UKAN Coaching - a company that specialises in aligning mid-professional women to careers they want and enjoy.
Prior to starting their business together, Urvina worked in the NHS for 27 years as a Therapeutic radiographer and a Clinical Practice educator, until a restructure in her organisation caused her role to come to a sudden end, leading her to embark on a new coaching career at the age of 50.
Anjali worked as a Finance professional in the Corporate sector for 17 years before becoming an Executive coach in order to help others shift their own careers with clarity and confidence.
Together, they combine their unique backgrounds, personal journeys and experience within their respective careers to help women move from stagnant to joy in their careers.
In this episode we discuss how to get promoted at work, building a successful business partnership, and tips for thriving in your career.
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What exactly is a personal brand? And how do you build a strong one that will open doors for you in the business or career realm?
In this solo episode of the Start Being Visible podcast I explore why your personal brand matters and, more importantly, what you can do about it!
▶ Want to build your personal brand on LinkedIn? Pick up a copy of my LinkedIn playbook, Start Being Visible, here - https://www.startbeingvisible.com/book
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My guest on this week's Start Being Visible podcast is Kameran Thompson Al-Areqi.
Kameran describes herself as being on a God-given mission to help couples beat the statistic that 54% of marriages end in divorce.
As a certified marriage coach for the last 5 years, Kameran has helped over 70 couples divorce-proof their marriage by teaching them tools and tips that aren’t taught in school, are touched on and glossed over in church and rarely shown as an example in homes.
In this episode we discuss finding and keeping love, the role of visibility in dating, and why social media is killing marriages.
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Elaine Rhule is the most "invisible" visible woman I know!
Despite not having a massive social media presence, Elaine's company - the multi award-winning luxury cake brand, Designer Cakes of London - regularly makes designer cakes for corporate clients and celebrities, including birthday celebration cakes for the likes of Usain Bolt, Floyd Mayweather and Kylie Kardashian.
In this conversation, we dig into Elaine’s transition from a career in data and statistics to cake-making; how she markets her business with very little social media visibility, and her secret to attracting high end clients for her business.
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If you're currently job hunting or you're an employee looking to make your next career move, this episode is for you.
Listen in to Mildred's tips and strategies for leveraging LinkedIn visibility to help you make that move, and get ready to take some action!
▶ You can purchase a copy of the updated & expanded edition of Mildred's LinkedIn book, Start Being Visible, mentioned in this episode here - https://www.startbeingvisible.com/book-relaunch
▶ Mildred's LinkedIn job announcement post that's mentioned in this episode can be found here - http://tinyurl.com/bddsv8wj
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Samantha Harman is a former journalist and award-winning editor, who transitioned into style coaching as a way to combine her love of style and passion for equality in order to support women in the professional arena.
Today, she specialises in helping women in business save time and make money using the power of their wardrobes.
What does style have to do with visibility and personal branding? We’ll find out in this episode!
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Hannah Awonuga is considered one of the most inspirational and influential Diversity, Equity and Inclusion practitioners in the UK.
A multi-award-winning DEI thought leader and speaker, Hannah recently joined Knight Frank, the global real estate consultancy, as the Group Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Prior to this, Hannah was the Global DEI Director at Barclays, where she started her career in banking, at just 17yrs old, before transitioning into Diversity and Inclusion.
Today, she also serves as a non-executive director for the UK government membership body Progress Together, which has been set up to increase socioeconomic diversity at senior leadership level across the UK financial services.
In this episode of Start Being Visible, we unpack Hannah's inspiring journey and the role visibility played in the process.
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Sign up for Mildred's LinkedIn masterclass, Visible and Profitable
If you’re a woman with a service based business and you want to learn how being visible can help you create clients from LinkedIn, come and join Mildred on her Visible & Profitable LinkedIn masterclass.It’s a 3-hour masterclass - taking place on Tuesday 30th January - where you'll learn the exact system and process that Mildred has used to build her audience on LinkedIn to over 50K followers and generate good business from it.Tickets are just £97, or £147 with VIP access and special bonuses.Get yours here - https://www.startbeingvisible.com/masterclassEarly bird VIP registrations (by midnight on Friday 19th January) also get a signed copy of Mildred's LinkedIn book, Start Being Visible.
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Here's how you're going to win 2024 on the visibility front - not by setting goals, but by making *commitments*!
You can't succeed in anything you don't commit to!
With this in mind, we’re kicking off Season 2 of the Start Being Visible podcast with a solo episode on the 10 visibility commitments you should think about making for 2024.
📣 Newsflash: This season I'll be broadcasting LIVE on LinkedIn first - every Wednesday at 6pm UK time - where you'll be able to interact with me in the comments.
If you'd like to join in, head over to my LinkedIn profile, hit the follow button, and tune in live on Wednesdays to contribute to the show!
✅ You can also watch this episode on Youtube or on my LinkedIn page.
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Welcome back to Season 2 of Start Being Visible!
Before we kick off with the show next week, I have a special announcement that you're going to want to hear!
Dive right in and I'll see you next week for Episode 1 of Season 2!
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We’ve reached the end of Season 1 of Start Being Visible!
Thank you for your help in making Season 1 a success by listening in, sharing, rating and reviewing the podcast.
In this bonus solo episode, Mildred does a quick recap over the season and shares a little of what's coming for Season 2.
There's also a challenge and an opportunity for you, so listen in, take part, and come back here on the 3rd of January 2024 for a brand new dose of Start Being Visible in Season 2!
▶ If you haven't already subscribed to the podcast, please take a second to do so before you head off. This helps us to produce better content for you and reach even more women with the #startbeingvisible message.
▶ To find out more about joining the next cohort of Mildred's 8 Weeks to Visible group coaching programme, email [email protected].
See you on the 3rd of Jan for Season 2!
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