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In this powerhouse episode of Make Your Mark, Kay Suthar sits down with business strategist and AI nerd Gina Trick — a woman who went from bankruptcy and losing everything to building a 7-figure business... only to walk away from it all for the sake of her health. Gina shares her raw, real story of resilience — from setting up a handmade wedding jewellery business with a bank loan, to losing her house, car, and company during the UK housing crash, to teaching herself web design on a laptop so old even the receivers didn’t want it. She rebuilt her life from scratch, scaled a wedding venue to seven figures, then burnt out so severely her body shut down and took away her speech. Now, Gina helps other entrepreneurs grow profitable, sustainable businesses without burning out — and she’s bringing AI along for the ride. If you’ve ever questioned whether the hustle is worth it, this is the episode that will help you redefine success on your terms.

Episode Highlights with Timestamps:
00:00 – Kay introduces Gina and her North East roots
01:28 – Gina’s first leap into business at age 25 with zero guidance or support
02:47 – How she raised £5K to start her business and what happened after the housing crash
04:10 – Losing everything: house, car, business — and starting again with an old laptop
05:00 – Teaching herself web design and building an online shop from scratch
05:36 – Rebuilding success: boutique shop → wedding venue → 7-figure business
07:07 – The burnout that let her temporarily unable to speak
10:21 – Selling the business and walking away from the “dream” life that drained her
11:10 – From burnout to business strategy: why she helps others create aligned success
13:11 – The illusion of “more is better” — and how to reframe your goals
14:43 – Letting go of guilt after leaving the wedding venue behind
15:02 – Transitioning from “coach” to strategist and owning her expertise
16:20 – Why cookie-cutter strategies don’t work — and how Gina tailors strategy to her clients
18:06 – Matching business models with values, personality, and joy
19:42 – Her hybrid program, Break the Blueprint, and how it works
20:13 – Meet Ali: Gina’s new AI alignment assistant that helps entrepreneurs stay in integrity
21:50 – Why Gina’s building a “GinaBot” — and how it’ll support her clients 24/7
24:02 – Funny behind-the-scenes moments with Kay's own sassy chatbot
27:25 – Teaching AI to speak Geordie (and yes, Ali says "Shy Bairns Get Nowt")
28:32 – How to connect with Gina and get access to Ali

About Gina Trick:
Gina Trick is a bold business strategist who helps overwhelmed entrepreneurs ditch cookie- cutter advice and build aligned, profitable businesses that don’t cost them their health or happiness. After recovering from burnout caused by running a 7-figure wedding venue, Gina now empowers clients through her group program Break the Blueprint, 1:1 strategic mentorship, and her brand-new AI alignment assistant, Ali. With two decades of entrepreneurial experience and a knack for blending strategy with simplicity, Gina’s mission is to help others succeed — without selling their soul.

Connect with Gina Trick:
Instagram: @ginatrickstrategist
LinkedIn: Gina Trick
To get access to Ali (AI Alignment Assistant): DM “Ali” on Instagram

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In this eye-opening episode of Make Your Mark, Kay Suthar welcomes the unapologetic, dynamic, and multi-talented Maddy Alexander-Grout — the voice behind “Mad About Money.” From building a thriving franchise business to facing £80,000 in debt, navigating burnout, and ultimately receiving an ADHD and autism diagnosis, Maddy’s journey is anything but ordinary.
She opens up about how being neurodivergent shaped her business journey, why she speaks out against injustice on social media (even when it costs her income), and how she turned her struggles into fuel to build an inclusive empire. You’ll hear the raw truth behind building a business as a neurodivergent entrepreneur, how Maddy grew a membership of nearly 400 people, and why visibility and values go hand-in-hand. If you’ve ever felt “too much” for the business world or worried about being fully seen — this episode is for you.

Episode Highlights with Timestamps:
00:00 – Kay introduces Maddy and the story behind their first meeting
01:08 – What being a “multi-potentialite” really means and how Maddy shows up in business
02:54 – Helping marginalized entrepreneurs build visible, values-led businesses
04:00 – How redundancy led to Maddy’s first business — and how she scaled it to 27 franchises
06:13 – The pandemic hits — and her thriving business collapses overnight
07:33 – Building an £80K app that became a “money pit”
08:44 – Burnout, ADHD diagnosis, and the business that nearly killed her
10:50 – The lightbulb moment: How her son’s diagnosis revealed her own neurodivergence
13:46 – Choosing between ADHD chaos and autistic clarity with medication
15:02 – Living with the “fruit bowl” of neurodivergent traits — and making peace with it
16:10 – Writing her first book Mad About Money as a dyslexic entrepreneur
18:57 – Lessons learned from a failed business, and how they shaped her new one
19:46 – Building her £20/month membership to 400+ people and becoming a visibility strategist
21:17 – How her brand now reflects her story — tattoos, hair, book, and all
22:50 – Launching a second podcast, Mad About Business, for neurodivergent entrepreneurs
25:06 – Geƫng banned from TikTok’s Creator Program for supporƟng the trans community
27:00 – Being wrongly targeted by the press and turning hate into visibility
30:08 – How to connect with Maddy and get her book Mad About Money
31:25 – Final words of encouragement for entrepreneurs struggling with identity and visibility

About Maddy Alexander-Grout:
Maddy is a neurodivergent business strategist, visibility coach, and author of Mad About Money. She helps underrepresented and marginalized entrepreneurs grow bold, values-driven businesses by showing up fully as themselves — neurodivergence, queerness, ADHD, tattoos, and all. She’s also the founder of a thriving online membership and host of two podcasts: Mad About Money and Mad About Business. Her mission? To help others feel seen, celebrated, and supported — while making more money in the process.

Connect with Maddy:
Website: https://stan.store/MadAboutMoneyOfficial
Instagram: @maddietalksmoney
TikTok: @madaboutmoneyofficial
Facebook: Maddy Alexander-Grout
LinkedIn: Maddy Alexander-Grout

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Suze's Journey From Music Grad to Tech Empowerment Leader In this episode of Make Your Mark Podcast, Kay Suthar speaks with the dynamic and inspiring
Suze from Technology Coaching, a woman making serious waves in the tech world. From studying music and working at Apple to building her own tech coaching empire, Suze shares how she helps business owners conquer their tech fears, master AI, and build strong digital foundations—without the overwhelm.
If technology gives you the ick, this episode is your antidote. Suze brings a refreshing, relatable perspective that proves tech doesn’t have to be terrifying. Get ready to ditch the tech headaches and walk away empowered with practical steps to streamline your systems, boost your online presence, and confidently embrace the AI revolution.

Episode Highlights:
00:01:00
Suze shares her unconventional journey—from studying music to becoming an Apple trainer and launching her own tech business.
00:05:30
How essential skills like communication and problem-solving helped Suze bridge the gap between creativity and tech.
00:07:00
The six digital competencies every business owner needs: innovation, web presence, social media, cybersecurity, AI, and data.
00:09:00
Suze explains why you must feel passionate about tech if you want to keep up with its ever- evolving nature.
00:12:00
How to treat tech like a team member instead of a burden—mindset matters!
00:13:30
Suze drops a powerful kitchen analogy to help simplify your tech setup an systems.
00:14:00
AI: love it or fear it? Suze walks us through why it’s essential to learn how to train AI to support your business.
00:18:00
The truth about AI’s origins (hello, 1964!) and why you’re probably using AI without realizing it.
00:21:00
The biggest mistakes business owners make with tech—and how to fix them before it breaks your business.
00:24:00
The first piece of tech every entrepreneur needs? Your online real estate—Suze explains what this means and how to secure it.
00:29:00
Overcoming fear of visibility: how to show up confidently on social media (even if you’re just geƫng started).
00:34:00
Kay shares how her early YouTube videos helped her land a £25K client years later—your imperfect progress matters!
00:37:00
Suze’s parting wisdom: commit time to tackle your tech. Even small steps create huge momentum.

Guest Bio:
Suze is the founder of Technology Coaching, a business devoted to helping entrepreneurs master their tech setup and digital mindset. With a background in music, time spent working at Apple, and years of hands-on experience, Suze brings a unique fusion of creativity and tech- savvy to the small business world. Her 6-pillar coaching system supports business owners with web presence, AI, automation, cybersecurity, and more—all with an emphasis on making tech
approachable and empowering.

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Website: technologycoachingonline.com/tackleyourtechtuesdays
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