Chris and Helen sit down with their business coach, Mike Allen from Stepstone Consulting, to dive into the realities of business coaching and why it's not what you think. After a year of working together, they discuss how the right coach can help you find clarity, regain your motivation and create a roadmap that actually works.

In this episode of the Mr & Mrs in Business Podcast, they explore the importance of starting with the end goal, why most business owners are their own harshest critics and how small changes can have a massive impact on your business. They also share real experiences, including team feedback exercises, setting boundaries with clients and how to balance life, marriage and business.

If you've ever doubted whether a business coach is worth it, or wondered how to make real progress without burning out, this episode is a must-watch.

In this unfiltered episode of Mr & Mrs in Business, Chris and Helen throw out the rulebook and have a proper moan. From the rising cost of living and subscription overload to late parcels and the state of UK politics, nothing is off-limits. It’s honest, raw and absolutely needed.

The pressure of always “staying positive” as business owners can build up and today, they’re letting it all out. They talk about being taxed from every angle, the decline in customer service, how small business owners are under more pressure than ever and why SMEs are the backbone of the UK economy but still get treated like an afterthought.

With everything from school system gripes and environmental frustration to the ridiculous rise in household costs and business software subscriptions, this episode is like a group therapy session for anyone running a business in today’s climate. If you've ever felt like shouting “Is it just me?” this is the episode for you.

In this episode of Mr & Mrs in Business Podcast, Chris and Helen are joined by branding expert Craig for a conversation on what branding really means for small businesses and why most companies get it wrong.

They dig into the difference between a logo and a brand, the mistakes businesses make when cutting corners and the simple tools that can instantly improve your professional image. From dodgy Canva logos to missing vector files and Hotmail email addresses, this episode unpacks how the little things affect trust, credibility and customer loyalty.

The trio also cover how to use brand guidelines without killing creativity, why consistency matters more than flash and how even AI has a place (if you know how to use it wisely). There’s real-world advice for startups and growing businesses alike, especially those who think branding is just for “when we’re bigger.”

If you're serious about standing out in a saturated market, building trust and showing your customers you mean business, this episode is a must-watch.