In this episode of Online Business Uncovered, I’m sitting down with business mentor and founder of the Business Booster Academy, Steve Bidson, for a really open and honest conversation about what it actually takes to build a successful online business.

Steve shares his entrepreneurial journey so far… from working within family businesses and offering one-to-one consulting, to making the leap into the online space and building a membership community. We talk candidly about the highs, the setbacks, the lessons learned the hard way and why failure often plays a much bigger role in success than we like to admit.

Together, we dive into the realities of launching and evolving an online business like making tough pivots, choosing the right tech (and ditching what doesn’t work), understanding your numbers, letting go of perfection and the power of surrounding yourself with the right support.

We also talk about the quieter side of entrepreneurship like burnout, self-doubt and those moments where running a business can feel pretty lonely.

If you’re building a business and wondering whether you’re on the right path (or questioning yourself along the way) then this episode is packed with practical insights, mindset shifts and reassurance that you’re not alone in the journey.

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Business Boost Academy has been set up to support micro business owners to provide the skills and the tools to run their business effectively. Members get access to educational content, podcasts, articles and resources.

As well as these resources, there is a community forum where they can engage, share ideas and support other business owners who are in a similar position on the business journey. As the community grows there will be the opportunity to take part in live events such as business masterminds, webinar plus planning and accountability sessions.

For more information: www.businessboostacademy.co.uk

Email: steve@businessboostacademy.co.uk

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In this episode of Online Business Uncovered, I’m talking about one of the biggest things I see holding entrepreneurs back from real business growth… fear.

If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in planning mode, endlessly tweaking your ideas or staying busy with tasks that feel productive but don’t actually move your business forward then just know - you’re not alone! I see this all the time with business owners who want to grow, create digital products or build scalable income but feel stuck at the same level.

In this episode, I share why fear isn’t usually the real problem. More often, it disguises itself as busyness, perfectionism or waiting until you feel “ready.” I talk about how fear keeps you comfortable, familiar and stuck and how that comfort zone can quietly cost you momentum, confidence and growth in your business.

I’ll walk you through how to recognise when fear is running the show, how to reframe it and how to use it as a signal that you’re actually on the edge of growth — not failure.

Whether you’re thinking about launching your first digital product, growing your audience, making a bold business move or stepping into the next level of your business then this episode will help you stop overthinking and start taking meaningful action.

I also share real stories, practical insights and encouragement to help you stop letting fear make your decisions and start building a business that supports more freedom, clarity and growth (without burning yourself out in the process).

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If your business feels heavier than it should right now, this episode is for you.

Most entrepreneurs don’t struggle because they lack ideas… they struggle because they have too many. Too many offers in progress, too many directions pulling their focus and too much noise making everything feel harder than it needs to be.

In this episode, I’m sharing why you don’t need another idea - you need one clear direction.

We’ll talk about:

• Why more ideas often lead to more overwhelm and burnout
• How scalable offers can actually simplify your business
• The hidden cost of trying to do everything at once
• The mindset shift from being busy to being intentional

I also share my own experience of stepping back, choosing one clear focus and how that decision changed the way I built my business… creating scalable income without relying on doing more.

If you’re craving clarity, simplicity, and a calmer way to grow your business then this episode will help you refocus and move forward with intention.

Listen in and discover a simpler way to build a scalable business.

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In this episode of Online Business Uncovered, I’m sharing a simple, sustainable approach to business planning to help you create more time freedom, clarity and recurring income in your online business this year and beyond.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out or stuck juggling too many offers, this episode will help you step back, reflect intentionally and design a focused plan that supports both your income goals and your energy.

I walk you through how I review my business without judgment, redefine what success truly means and build a profitable, sustainable business model for 2026.

I’ll show you how to simplify your online offers, leverage what’s already working and create real momentum without adding more to your plate.

In this episode, I cover:

• Simple business planning strategies for online entrepreneurs
• How to reflect on the past year and set intentional business goals
• Redefining success to reduce burnout and business overwhelm
• Designing a focused plan for time freedom and passive income
• Building digital products, online courses, or memberships with clarity
• How to plan your year for sustainable growth and consistent income

Whether you’re creating digital products, launching an online course, building a membership or streamlining your offer stack then this episode will help you move from overwhelm to clarity with a plan that actually fits your life.

I also share how my free Digital Creators Community Hub supports online business owners with practical tools, community resources and masterclasses to help you build a scalable, intentional online business (without overwhelm!).

If you’re ready to take back control of your business, simplify your strategy and unlock more ease, income and freedom then this episode is for you!

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If you’re an ambitious entrepreneur who’s ready to turn your expertise into digital products, passive income and time freedom… but you’re feeling overwhelmed by the process (or unsure how to actually bring consistent online course sales to life) then this episode is for you.

Inside, I’m talking about how to hit your income goals with online courses in 2026 and this episode is packed with practical strategies you can apply immediately.

In this episode, I walk you through how to:

• Define your core offer (so you’re not trying to sell five things at once)
• Set clear, ambitious sales targets that actually feel achievable
• Choose a selling method that fits your lifestyle (not one that burns you out)
• Build a repeatable marketing rhythm you can stick to (even when you are super busy!)

I’ll also show you how to break your income goal down, reverse-engineer the plan and map out a focused 90-day action roadmap using my favourite systems and simple planning tools.

So whether you’re currently stuck in client-chasing mode or you’re ready to step into scalable, sustainable growth with an offer that sells on repeat… I’m going to help you get clear, get focused and start the year feeling like, “Yep — I actually know what I’m doing.”

If you’re ready to uncover what’s truly possible for your online business, hit subscribe, check out the show notes for the resources and templates I mention and come back every Thursday for more support as I help you design a business that works for you (not the other way around!).

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In this episode 144 of Online Business Uncovered, I’m diving into a topic that so many entrepreneurs overcomplicate… how to launch your online course with confidence without getting lost in tech headaches or building some massive, fancy funnel.

If you’ve been putting off your launch because it feels too big, too messy or too “techy” then this episode is going to feel like a breath of fresh air.

I’m breaking down exactly what you do need (I promise that it’s a lot simpler than you think!), what you can skip and the most common mistakes that slow first-time course creators down.

I’m also sharing real stories from my own early launches including what worked, what absolutely didn’t and how I finally learned to keep things simple so I could actually get my course out into the world. You’ll hear why clarity beats complexity every time, how to show up for your audience in a way that builds trust and what to focus on so your launch actually creates results.

If you’re ready to ditch the overwhelm, stop tinkering with tech and finally launch your course with confidence then this episode will give you the clarity and momentum you’ve been craving.

Let’s get your brilliance out there!

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In this episode of Online Business Uncovered, I’m diving into a step of course creation that so many entrepreneurs overthink: how to design and deliver an online course in a way that feels simple for you and transformational for your students.

If you’ve ever spiralled into tech overwhelm, stressed over content design or felt unsure whether your course should be live, evergreen or maybe something in between then this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale.

I’m breaking down the tools you actually need (and the ones you don’t), how to create learning materials that support (not suffocate) your students and the delivery methods that work best for different types of offers.

You’ll hear real examples from inside my own business, along with practical tips to help you keep things streamlined, impactful, and totally doable… I promised that no fancy tech and no perfection required!

If you’re ready to stop overcomplicating and finally deliver a course that your audience will love, complete, and rave about… just hit play.

This episode will give you the clarity and confidence to bring your course to life the smart, simple, freedom-focused way.

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In this episode, I’m diving deep into the art of creating your course content without the overwhelm that stops so many entrepreneurs in their tracks.

I’m sharing why less really can be more when it comes to designing an online course and how simplifying what you teach can actually help your students get better results.

I’ll walk you through the exact strategies I use to save you time, energy and unnecessary stress. And yes… we’re definitely avoiding the dreaded “content dump” today! You’ll also hear how to keep your course focused on delivering the transformation your students truly want.

If you’re ready to build an engaging, effective course without burning yourself out then this episode is full of practical tips and gentle encouragement to make content creation feel lighter, clearer and so much more achievable. Let’s make course creation simple and even enjoyable!

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