Some people build careers step by step. Others follow instinct, take risks, and create something completely their own.

In this episode of Stories that Sell with Franchise Consultant Jess Wesson, aka Jolly Jess, we unpack a journey that moves from stage lights to scaling a national business.

What started as a simple suggestion to “add more skills" into a career of dance, theatre and performance, turned into fire breathing, circus performance, and eventually building an award-winning children’s business, Showtime Circus, that grew into a nationwide franchise.

Now, alongside Showtime Circus, Jess helps other business owners franchise or license their own business.

This conversation is honest, energetic, and full of moments that will make you rethink what’s actually possible when you stop waiting for the “right” path.

Connect with Jess:
https://www.instagram.com/fabulousfranchisor https://jessicawesson.co.uk/join-me
Take the Franchise Readiness Quiz: https://fabulousfranchisor.lovable.app

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In this episode of Stories That Sell, I’m joined by Lucy Shrimpton, who shares how her journey from film sets and tribute acts turned into building a global business.

This is a real story from the school of life, Lucy talks about leaving school early, figuring things out as she went, and learning through experience rather than theory. You’ll hear the highs, the harder moments, and the mindset that’s helped her keep going and keep growing.

We get into what it actually takes to back yourself, make bold decisions, and build something on your own terms. There’s a strong thread throughout this conversation around belief — the kind that’s built through action, resilience, and doing things your own way.

If you’ve ever felt like you don’t fit the traditional route, or you’re building your business in a way that doesn’t follow the “rules,” this episode will hit.

The conversation is real, straight-talking and proof you don’t need a perfect plan to build something big — you just need to get started and stick with it.

Website:
https://www.lucyshrimpton.com/

Social media:
www.instagram.com/iamlucyshrimpton
https://www.facebook.com/lshrimpton
https://www.tiktok.com/@iamlucyshrimpton
https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamlucyshrimpton/

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In this episode of Stories That Sell, I’m joined by Sandra Garlick MBE, Speaker Mentor and Visibility Strategist, with over 25 years of experience helping business owners step into the spotlight and turn their stories into real opportunities.

Sandra shares how her life took an unexpected turn after her divorce, leading her to retrain as a solicitor, build a law firm, and step into the world of professional speaking. On paper, everything looked solid. But behind the scenes, things had shifted.

A serious accident in 2016 forced her to stop. And in that pause, she realised something many people avoid admitting: she no longer loved the work she had built her life around.
Instead of ignoring it, she made a bold decision to change direction completely.

Recognised with an MBE for her services to women in business, Sandra is the founder of the Woman Who Awards and host of the Mic Drop Moments Podcast. Her work focuses on helping entrepreneurs go from hidden to high profile by using their voice, message, and story to create impact on stages and beyond.

We talk about what it really takes to pivot when something no longer fits, how she built her brand from the ground up, and why visibility isn’t about being everywhere, it’s about being seen for what you stand for.

This conversation is honest, grounding, and a reminder that you’re allowed to change your mind, and your direction.

Connect with Sandra:
Website: https://sandragarlick.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandragarlick
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandragarlickmbe

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