This week on Unlock Your Mindset, I’m talking to award-winning businesswoman, author, podcaster and proud solo mum, Sophie Milliken. Starting out on the John Lewis graduate scheme fresh from uni, Sophie left in 2013 to start her first business venture.

Since then, she has exited that business and founded a new business in early 2022, Moja. Moja work with entrepreneurs and senior executives to amplify their personal profiles and become known authorities in their industries.

Alongside this, Sophie has written two books, launched a new podcast, is chair of Smart Works Newcastle, and was recognised with an MBE in the 2023 New Year Honours List for services to Business and to Education.

But it’s not all been smooth sailing. In this episode, Sophie delves into the adversities faced when exiting her first business, naviga ...