Advocating for Yourself Without the Cringe with Becky Coombe

As summer draws to a close and we head into the final quarter of the year, it’s the perfect moment to pause, reflect, and realign. In this episode, we explore how a September reset can bring you clarity, energy, and focus, plus the key questions to ask yourself so you can make the most of the last 12 weeks of 2025.Full list of reset questions to ask:Looking back at the year what went well and what are you grateful for?Which goals have you already achieved?Which goals do you still need to work on?What will give you the energy to reach your goals?What were the biggest challenges or obstacles you’ve faced so far?What enabled you to reach your goals?What prevented you from reaching your goals?What is one thing you will say to yourself that will elevate your mindset?What is one thing that will bring you closer to your goal?About 'The SEO Mindset' PodcastBuild your inner confidence and thrive.The SEO Mindset is a weekly podcast that will give you actionable tips, guidance and advice to help you not only build your inner confidence but to also thrive in your career.Each week we will cover topics specific to careers in the SEO industry but also broader topics too including professional and personal development.Your hosts are Life Coach Tazmin Suleman and SEO Manager Sarah McDowell, who between them have over 20 years of experience working in the industry.Sign up to be a guest on the podcast here.Get in touchWe'd love to hear from you. We have many ways that you can reach out to us to say hello, ask a question, or suggest a topic for us to discuss on a future episode.Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Follow us on LinkedIn Send us an emailCheck out Tazmin's Website Check out Sarah's Website Click here to download your copy of our free 'Growth versus Fixed Mindset' ebook.Click here to sign up for our newsletter to receive news and updates from the podcast eg latest episodes, events, competitions etc. We will never spam and you can unsubscribe at anytime.Subscribe to the podcast and get notified of new episodes: Listen to The SEO Mindset Podcast Check out all episodes: The SEO Mindset Podcast website Resources used for episodeRevitalise Summer Reset — Tazmin SulemanCopyright 2025 Sarah & Tazmin Mentioned in this episode:Free Consultation Call with TazminInterested in personal growth or career development? Book a free consultation call with Tazmin, by visiting her website:Contact TazminSupport the podcast today!For the same price of a Starbucks, Costa, or your favourite local coffee shop drink, you can give us a one off tip or a monthly donation. Also, have you subscribed to the...

"When thinking about ethical marketing, I basically boil it down to the fact that the people that we are marketing to are human beings, and they're worthy of respect and care."Today, we’re joined by Leah Hart and diving into sustainable marketing, what it really means, why it matters, and how businesses can win customers while doing good for the world.About Leah:Leah is a sustainability nerd and digital marketer with nearly a decade of experience in everything from social media management and email marketing to SEO and analytics. She thinks the best marketing strategies are holistic ones and that "this is the way we've always done it" is the worst reason for doing anything. Outside of work, she's an avid hiker and birdwatcher. She also enjoys traveling the world in search of the best vegan junk food.Where to find Leah:WebsiteLeah Hart on LinkedInAbout 'The SEO Mindset' PodcastBuild your inner confidence and thrive.The SEO Mindset is a weekly podcast that will give you actionable tips, guidance and advice to help you not only build your inner confidence but to also thrive in your career.Each week we will cover topics specific to careers in the SEO industry but also broader topics too including professional and personal development.Your hosts are Life Coach Tazmin Suleman and SEO Manager Sarah McDowell, who between them have over 20 years of experience working in the industry.Sign up to be a guest on the podcast here.Get in touchWe'd love to hear from you. We have many ways that you can reach out to us to say hello, ask a question, or suggest a topic for us to discuss on a future episode.Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Follow us on LinkedIn Send us an emailCheck out Tazmin's Website Check out Sarah's Website Click here to download your copy of our free 'Growth versus Fixed Mindset' ebook.Click here to sign up for our newsletter to receive news and updates from the podcast eg latest episodes, events, competitions etc. We will never spam and you can unsubscribe at anytime.Subscribe and never miss an episode: Listen to The SEO Mindset Podcast Check out all episodes: The SEO Mindset Podcast website Come join us for the LIVE podcast the night before brightonSEOThat's right, SEO Mindset and Search with Candour podcasts are teaming up again to bring you a LIVE podcast the night before brightonSEO.Topic: Social health is the key to career successDate:...

How can you advocate for yourself without it feeling icky or the cringe? Deep down you know that advocating for yourself is important, as if you're not going to, then who is?In this episode, Tazmin speaks to Becky who shares tips and strategies on advocating for ourselves, with her honest thoughts on the risks of not doing it.About Becky:Becky Coombe is Lead SEO Consultant at Organic, where she helps big-brand clients grow their visibility and impact online. With a passion for smart, sustainable search strategies, Becky blends analytical expertise with a talent for getting things done. Outside of work, she’s happiest in the garden or chasing after her energetic toddler. Where to find Becky:Becky's Website Becky Coombe on LinkedInAbout 'The SEO Mindset' PodcastBuild your inner confidence and thrive.The SEO Mindset is a weekly podcast that will give you actionable tips, guidance and advice to help you not only build your inner confidence but to also thrive in your career.Each week we will cover topics specific to careers in the SEO industry but also broader topics too including professional and personal development.Your hosts are Life Coach Tazmin Suleman and SEO Manager Sarah McDowell, who between them have over 20 years of experience working in the industry.Sign up to be a guest on the podcast here.Get in touchWe'd love to hear from you. We have many ways that you can reach out to us to say hello, ask a question, or suggest a topic for us to discuss on a future episode.Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Follow us on LinkedIn Send us an emailCheck out Tazmin's Website Check out Sarah's Website Click here to download your copy of our free 'Growth versus Fixed Mindset' ebook.Click here to sign up for our newsletter to receive news and updates from the podcast eg latest episodes, events, competitions etc. We will never spam and you can unsubscribe at anytime.Subscribe and never miss an episode: Listen to The SEO Mindset Podcast Check out all episodes: The SEO Mindset Podcast website Resources used for episodeNatalie Slater LinkedInCopyright 2025 Sarah & Tazmin

We’re talking about owning your career journey. We invite Greg to cover topics from building the right mindset, to avoiding burnout, to leveling up with networking and personal branding, discover how to take charge of your growth and make it sustainable.About Greg Gifford:Greg Gifford is the Chief Operating Officer at SearchLab, a boutique digital marketing agency delivering Local SEO and PPC services across the US and Canada. He's not only one of the most sought after speakers in the SEO world, appearing across global digital, but also the engaging host of the “Local Search Tuesdays” video series, known for delivering sharp, actionable local SEO insights. Based in the US, he’s a movie obsessed Disney and Star Wars geek, sporting multiple tattoos of favorite characters and when he's not shaping marketing strategy, you'll find him snowboarding or geeking out in film trivia.About brightonSEObrightonSEO is a search marketing conference and series of training courses held twice a year in the UK and once a year in the US.Each edition attracts thousands of professionals to a celebration of SEO. With expert speakers, attendees from 100 countries, focused training courses, social events and networking activities for whatever you are into - it has become the event to be at for the search marketing community.Find out more about the conferenceWhere to find Greg Gifford:SearchLab websiteGreg on LinkedInAbout 'The SEO Mindset' PodcastBuild your inner confidence and thrive.The SEO Mindset is a weekly podcast that will give you actionable tips, guidance and advice to help you not only build your inner confidence but to also thrive in your career.Each week we will cover topics specific to careers in the SEO industry but also broader topics too including professional and personal development.Your hosts are Life Coach Tazmin Suleman and SEO Manager Sarah McDowell, who between them have over 20 years of experience working in the industry.Sign up to be a guest on the podcast here.Get in touchWe'd love to hear from you. We have many ways that you can reach out to us to say hello, ask a question, or suggest a topic for us to discuss on a future episode.Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Follow us on LinkedIn Send us an emailCheck out Tazmin's Website Check out Sarah's Website Click here to download your copy of our free 'Growth versus Fixed Mindset' ebook.Click here to sign up for our newsletter to receive news and updates from the podcast eg latest episodes, events, competitions etc. We will never spam and you can unsubscribe at anytime.Subscribe and never miss an episode: Listen to The SEO Mindset Podcast Check out all...

How does someone go from the film industry to SEO? Sarah chats with Ana to find out. Such a delightful conversation, where Ana opens up about what she learnt about herself during this transition, transferrable skills, and much more.About Ana:Ana has over a decade of marketing experience and seven years dedicated to SEO. Her expertise spans across diverse industries, including B2B, eCommerce, finance, and healthcare. Ana’s journey into YouTube SEO began in 2016 when she co-produced The Boxing Voice podcast, gaining hands-on experience in the world of YouTube. Since then, she has actively consulted with content creators and small businesses, helping them build and grow their YouTube presence through effective SEO strategies. Ana has previously written for the Women in Tech SEO Knowledge Hub about YouTube content strategy and has shared her personal development experiences on the Rank Suite website. She also enjoys listening to podcasts, sipping coffee, and watching cat videos. Ana lives in New York City with her partner and their two cats. Where to find Ana:Ana on LinkedInAbout 'The SEO Mindset' PodcastBuild your inner confidence and thrive.The SEO Mindset is a weekly podcast that will give you actionable tips, guidance and advice to help you not only build your inner confidence but to also thrive in your career.Each week we will cover topics specific to careers in the SEO industry but also broader topics too including professional and personal development.Your hosts are Life Coach Tazmin Suleman and SEO Manager Sarah McDowell, who between them have over 20 years of experience working in the industry.Sign up to be a guest on the podcast here.Get in touchWe'd love to hear from you. We have many ways that you can reach out to us to say hello, ask a question, or suggest a topic for us to discuss on a future episode.Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Follow us on LinkedIn Send us an emailCheck out Tazmin's Website Check out Sarah's Website Click here to download your copy of our free 'Growth versus Fixed Mindset' ebook.Click here to sign up for our newsletter to receive news and updates from the podcast eg latest episodes, events, competitions etc. We will never spam and you can unsubscribe at anytime.Check out all episodes: The SEO Mindset Podcast website Subscribe and never miss an episode: Listen to The SEO Mindset Podcast Resources used for episodeWhat I learned from the Women in Tech SEO Mentorship Program | RankSuiteYouTube Content Strategy | Women in Tech SEOJoelle Irvine - JI Growth...

Who is in your circle and how does it help with career growth and wellbeing? We have our good friend, Jack Chambers-Ward, joining us for this week's episode to discuss this very topic. We also have exciting news, the LIVE podcast is back in October. Listen to this episode to find out more and follow this link to secure your ticket. Act quick, as the last few events we have SOLD OUT!About Jack:Jack is an SEO Specialist with 5 years of experience, and a podcast host and producer with more than 10 years of experience. Alongside Search with Candour, he also hosts, edits & produces the popular movie podcast Sequelisers, all about fixing bad film sequels. He’s also a published writer with previous work including the 300+ page graphic novel D-Day: Storming Fortress Europe (published by Osprey in 2020 and British Showcase Vol. 1 (published Markosia Enterprises in 2013). Where to find Jack:Search with Candour podcastJack's Facebook page @jlwchambers on Instagram Jack's Website @jlwchambers on X Jack on YouTube About 'The SEO Mindset' PodcastBuild your inner confidence and thrive.The SEO Mindset is a weekly podcast that will give you actionable tips, guidance and advice to help you not only build your inner confidence but to also thrive in your career.Each week we will cover topics specific to careers in the SEO industry but also broader topics too including professional and personal development.Your hosts are Life Coach Tazmin Suleman and SEO Manager Sarah McDowell, who between them have over 20 years of experience working in the industry.Sign up to be a guest on the podcast here.Get in touchWe'd love to hear from you. We have many ways that you can reach out to us to say hello, ask a question, or suggest a topic for us to discuss on a future episode.Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Follow us on LinkedIn Send us an emailCheck out Tazmin's Website Check out Sarah's Website Click here to download your copy of our free 'Growth versus Fixed Mindset' ebook.Click here to sign up for our newsletter to receive news and updates from the podcast eg latest episodes, events, competitions etc. We will never spam and you can unsubscribe at anytime.Subscribe and never miss an episode: Listen to The SEO Mindset Podcast Check out all episodes: The SEO

Continuing on the theme of wellbeing, in this week's episode, co-hosts Sarah and Tazmin talk about hobbies, how they help stress management and also help sharpen skills that can help career progression. About 'The SEO Mindset' PodcastBuild your inner confidence and thrive.The SEO Mindset is a weekly podcast that will give you actionable tips, guidance and advice to help you not only build your inner confidence but to also thrive in your career.Each week we will cover topics specific to careers in the SEO industry but also broader topics too including professional and personal development.Your hosts are Life Coach Tazmin Suleman and SEO Manager Sarah McDowell, who between them have over 20 years of experience working in the industry.Sign up to be a guest on the podcast here.Get in touchWe'd love to hear from you. We have many ways that you can reach out to us to say hello, ask a question, or suggest a topic for us to discuss on a future episode.Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Follow us on LinkedIn Send us an emailCheck out Tazmin's Website Check out Sarah's Website Click here to download your copy of our free 'Growth versus Fixed Mindset' ebook.Click here to sign up for our newsletter to receive news and updates from the podcast eg latest episodes, events, competitions etc. We will never spam and you can unsubscribe at anytime.Subscribe and never miss an episode: Listen to The SEO Mindset Podcast Check out all episodes: The SEO Mindset Podcast website Resources used for episodeEnding Toxic Hustle Culture with Josephine Rudolf - The SEO MindsetSupport the podcast today!For the same price of a Starbucks, Costa, or your favourite local coffee shop drink, you can give us a one off tip or a monthly donation. Also, have you subscribed to the podcast? If not why not! Receive notifications whenever a new episode is available, and why not leave us a cheeky 5-star review or rating while your there?Support the podcastFree Consultation Call with TazminInterested in personal growth or career development? Book a free consultation call with Tazmin, by visiting her website:Get in touch with TazminCopyright 2025 Sarah & Tazmin Mentioned in this...

We're talking accountability and setting clear standards for ourselves on this week's episode. Matt joins Sarah to break down why these practices matter, how to implement them in everyday life, and what happens when we let them slide.About MattMatt is the Founder of Fortitude Marketing. With experience working in-house, at agencies, and as a freelancer, he has built a robust network of specialists across various marketing channels. Driven by a long-standing dream of running his own business, Matt launched Fortitude Marketing to bring together expertise, passion, and purpose. Where to find MattMatt on LinkedInMatt's Website About 'The SEO Mindset' PodcastBuild your inner confidence and thrive.The SEO Mindset is a weekly podcast that will give you actionable tips, guidance and advice to help you not only build your inner confidence but to also thrive in your career.Each week we will cover topics specific to careers in the SEO industry but also broader topics too including professional and personal development.Your hosts are Life Coach Tazmin Suleman and SEO Manager Sarah McDowell, who between them have over 20 years of experience working in the industry.Sign up to be a guest on the podcast here.Get in touchWe'd love to hear from you. We have many ways that you can reach out to us to say hello, ask a question, or suggest a topic for us to discuss on a future episode.Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Follow us on LinkedIn Send us an emailCheck out Tazmin's Website Check out Sarah's Website Click here to download your copy of our free 'Growth versus Fixed Mindset' ebook.Click here to sign up for our newsletter to receive news and updates from the podcast eg latest episodes, events, competitions etc. We will never spam and you can unsubscribe at anytime.Subscribe and never miss an episode: Listen to The SEO Mindset Podcast Check out all episodes: The SEO Mindset Podcast website Resources used for episodeRay Saddiq LinkedInToday’s episode is brought to you by Clear Narrative MediaLooking to create awareness, build visibility and enhance growth for your business, organisation or yourself?Introducing Clear Narrative Media. A purpose-led media and marketing agency that transforms how founders, creatives and organisations share their stories online.Dedicated to assisting you with all your marketing, content and strategy needs.<span style="background-color:...

We all know it's important to take care of your physical and mental health. But what about your social health? Research shows that having a sense of belonging and connection has concrete benefits to your overall health. In this week's episode, co-hosts Sarah and Tazmin talk about what social self care and health is, how to practice it, plus why its crucial to take seriously.About 'The SEO Mindset' PodcastBuild your inner confidence and thrive.The SEO Mindset is a weekly podcast that will give you actionable tips, guidance and advice to help you not only build your inner confidence but to also thrive in your career.Each week we will cover topics specific to careers in the SEO industry but also broader topics too including professional and personal development.Your hosts are Life Coach Tazmin Suleman and SEO Manager Sarah McDowell, who between them have over 20 years of experience working in the industry.Sign up to be a guest on the podcast here.Get in touchWe'd love to hear from you. We have many ways that you can reach out to us to say hello, ask a question, or suggest a topic for us to discuss on a future episode.Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Follow us on LinkedIn Send us an emailCheck out Tazmin's Website Check out Sarah's Website Click here to download your copy of our free 'Growth versus Fixed Mindset' ebook.Click here to sign up for our newsletter to receive news and updates from the podcast eg latest episodes, events, competitions etc. We will never spam and you can unsubscribe at anytime.Subscribe and never miss an episode: Listen to The SEO Mindset Podcast Check out all episodes: The SEO Mindset Podcast website Resources used for episodeWhy Social Health Is Key to Happiness and Longevity | Kasley Killam | TEDThe Art and Science of Connection: Why Social Health is the Missing Key to Living Longer, Healthier, and Happier Kasley Killam, MPH | Social Health & Connection ExpertThe Many Types of Self-CareSupport the podcast today!For the same price of a Starbucks, Costa, or your favourite local coffee shop drink, you can give us a one off tip or a monthly donation.&nbsp;Also, have you subscribed to the podcast? If not why not! Receive notifications whenever a new episode is available, and why not leave us a cheeky...

We explore how to design an intentional workday (or week) that supports your goals, well-being, and productivity. Whether you're overwhelmed or just seeking more flow in your routine, this episode offers practical advice and tips to help you take control of your time and create a rhythm that fuels both your success and your peace of mind.About 'The SEO Mindset' PodcastBuild your inner confidence and thrive.The SEO Mindset is a weekly podcast that will give you actionable tips, guidance and advice to help you not only build your inner confidence but to also thrive in your career.Each week we will cover topics specific to careers in the SEO industry but also broader topics too including professional and personal development.Your hosts are Life Coach Tazmin Suleman and SEO Manager Sarah McDowell, who between them have over 20 years of experience working in the industry.Sign up to be a guest on the podcast here.Get in touchWe'd love to hear from you. We have many ways that you can reach out to us to say hello, ask a question, or suggest a topic for us to discuss on a future episode.Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Follow us on LinkedIn Send us an emailCheck out Tazmin's Website Check out Sarah's Website Click here to sign up for our newsletter to receive news and updates from the podcast eg latest episodes, events, competitions etc. We will never spam and you can unsubscribe at anytime.Subscribe and never miss an episode: Listen to The SEO Mindset Podcast Check all episodes: The SEO Mindset Podcast website Free Consultation Call with TazminInterested in personal growth or career development? Book a free consultation call with Tazmin, by visiting her website:Get in touch with TazminSupport the podcast today!For the same price of a Starbucks, Costa, or your favourite local coffee shop drink, you can give us a one off tip or a monthly donation.&nbsp;Also, have you subscribed to the podcast? If not why not! Receive notifications whenever a new episode is available, and why not leave us a cheeky 5-star review or rating while your there?Support the podcastCopyright 2025 Sarah & Tazmin Mentioned in this episode:Free Consultation Call with TazminInterested in personal growth or career development? Book a free consultation call with Tazmin, by visiting her website:Contact...