The 3Bz Podcast - Building Better Business

Hosted by Stephanie Marshall FICB PM.Dip

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Want to build a better business without the overwhelm? The 3Bz Podcast is your weekly 15-minute reset, designed to help you move from reactive and uncertain to clear, structured and in control. Hosted by multi-award winning business owner and founder of A B C S UK, Stephanie Marshall FICB PM.Dip, this podcast goes beyond the numbers to explore what it really takes to run a business properly. Each episode delivers practical insights, honest conversations and no-nonsense advice on the real challenges business owners face, from finances and systems to decision-making and growth. If you’re ready for more clarity, more confidence and a business that actually works for you, you’re in the right place. ⸻ The information shared on The 3Bz Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Listeners should always seek guidance from a qualified accountant or business advisor before making financial or business decisions. The host and any guests accept no responsibility for actions taken based on the content of this podcast.

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June 11, 2026Episode 1013 min

EP167 - If I Lost Everything Tomorrow, Here's How I'd Rebuild A B C S UK

In this episode of The 3Bz Podcast, Stephanie explores a thought-provoking question:If A B C S UK disappeared tomorrow, how would she rebuild it?Starting with nothing more than a laptop and the lessons learned over the last five years, Stephanie shares exactly what she'd focus on, what she'd ignore and what she'd do differently.From building relationships and documenting systems to lead generation, pricing and visibility, this episode is packed with practical insights for business owners at any stage.Stephanie also shares the biggest mistakes she wouldn't repeat, the surprising turning point that helped grow the business and the advice she'd give herself if she could go back to day one.If you've ever wondered whether you're focusing on the right things in your business, this episode will help you separate what actually matters from what simply feels productive.And if you're ready to build a business with better systems, clearer numbers and more confidence in your decisions, book a call with A B C S UK. https://linktr.ee/abcsukBecause your business deserves better.

June 4, 2026Episode 913 min

EP166 - The Small Business Mistakes That Cost The Most

In this episode of The 3Bz Podcast, Stephanie explores the small business mistakes that often cause the biggest problems.From undocumented processes and underpricing to unpaid invoices, tax planning and poor financial visibility, Stephanie shares real examples from both her own business and client experiences to demonstrate how seemingly minor decisions can create major consequences.This episode includes lessons learned from operational mistakes, hidden costs, cash flow challenges and the habits that quietly hold businesses back from growing sustainably.If you've ever thought "it's only a small issue" or "I'll sort it later", this episode is for you.Because the most expensive mistakes in business rarely look expensive at first.And if you're ready to bring more structure, visibility and confidence into your business finances and systems, book a call with A B C S UK: https://linktr.ee/abcsukWe'll help you identify what's costing you time, money and unnecessary stress.Because your business deserves better.

May 28, 2026Episode 811 min

EP165 - This Is Where Your Business Stops Being a Hobby

In this episode of The 3Bz Podcast, Stephanie talks about the moment a business stops being something you’re “trying” and starts becoming something you’re truly responsible for.From outgrowing old habits to needing better decisions, clearer numbers and stronger systems, this episode explores the shift that happens as a business grows and why what worked at the beginning often stops working later on.Stephanie breaks down the signs your business has reached this stage, why things can suddenly start feeling heavier and the difference between simply being busy and actually running a business intentionally.This episode is for business owners who know something needs to change, even if they can’t quite explain what yet.And if your business has outgrown reactive finances, inconsistent systems or “figuring it out as you go”, A B C S UK can help you bring more structure, clarity and control into the next stage of growth.Book a call to see how we can help you run your business properly. https://linktr.ee/abcsukBecause your business deserves better.

May 21, 2026Episode 710 min

EP164 - You’re Doing Better Than You Think…But Here’s What Needs to Change

In this episode of The 3Bz Podcast, Stephanie talks about the stage of business where things are technically working but still don’t feel right.From feeling constantly behind to questioning whether things should feel easier by now, this episode explores the emotional and practical reality of growing a business and why success on paper doesn’t always feel successful behind the scenes.Stephanie breaks down why many business owners feel stuck despite making progress, the pressure that quietly builds as a business grows and the difference between being behind and simply being at a transition point.This episode is a reminder that you can be doing well and still need things to change.And if your business currently feels heavier, more reactive or more complicated than it should, it may be time to bring more clarity, structure and support into how it runs.Book a call with A B C S UK to see how we can help you move from overwhelmed and reactive to more intentional, structured and in control: https://linktr.ee/abcsukBecause your business deserves better.

May 14, 2026Episode 616 min

EP163 - What Actually Happens Behind the Scenes in My Business

In this episode of The 3Bz Podcast, Stephanie takes listeners behind the scenes of her business and shares the reality of what it actually takes to run a business that looks calm, structured and successful from the outside.From decision-making and boundaries to systems, priorities and the constant small adjustments most people never see, this episode explores the difference between how businesses appear publicly and what’s really happening behind the scenes.Stephanie also shares the shifts she’s made as a business owner, why intentional decisions matter more than being “busy” and the hidden habits that help businesses feel more controlled and sustainable over time.If you’ve ever looked at another business and thought “they seem to have it all together”, this episode is a reminder that what you’re seeing is only part of the picture.And if your business currently feels more reactive than intentional, more heavy than structured or like everything relies on you remembering things, it might be time for better systems and support behind the scenes.Book a call with A B C S UK to see how we can help you bring more clarity, structure and control into your business: https://linktr.ee/abcsukBecause your business deserves better.

May 7, 2026Episode 513 min

EP162 - You're Looking At The Wrong Numbers

In this episode of The 3Bz Podcast, Stephanie breaks down one of the biggest reasons business owners feel financially unclear…they’re looking at the wrong numbers.From relying on bank balances to obsessing over revenue without understanding profit, this episode explores why visibility matters more than vanity metrics and how misunderstanding your numbers can quietly impact decisions, confidence and growth.Stephanie explains the difference between feeling financially okay and actually knowing where your business stands, along with the key numbers business owners should be paying attention to instead.If your business feels financially reactive, inconsistent or harder than it should, this episode will help you understand why.And if you’re ready for clearer numbers, better visibility and systems that actually help you run your business properly, A B C S UK can help: https://linktr.ee/abcsukBecause your business deserves better.

April 30, 2026Episode 415 min

EP161 - You’re Not Bad at Business. You’re Missing Structure

In this episode of The 3Bz Podcast, Stephanie challenges a common belief many business owners carry…that they’re the problem.Feeling overwhelmed, inconsistent or “all over the place” is often misinterpreted as a lack of ability, when in reality, it’s a lack of structure.Stephanie breaks down what missing structure actually looks like in a business, why it becomes more noticeable as a business grows and how it quietly impacts time, decisions and overall clarity.This episode focuses on the shift from reactive, inconsistent ways of working to building simple, repeatable processes that make a business easier to run.If your business feels harder than it should or like you’re constantly starting from scratch, this episode will help you understand why and what needs to change.If this sounds like you and you’re ready to bring more structure, clarity and control into your business, the next step is simple.Book a call with A B C S UK and let’s look at what’s really going on behind the scenes and how to fix it properly: https://linktr.ee/abcsukBecause your business deserves better.

April 23, 2026Episode 315 min

EP160 - Stop Guessing. Start Running Your Business Properly

In this episode of The 3Bz Podcast, Stephanie challenges one of the most common habits holding business owners back…guessing.From relying on bank balances to making decisions without full visibility, this episode breaks down why “I think I’m doing okay” is not the same as actually knowing where your business stands. Stephanie explores where guessing shows up in day-to-day business decisions, why it feels normal in the early stages and why it becomes risky as a business grows.This episode focuses on the shift from reactive decision-making to clarity, structure and control, helping business owners understand what they really need to look at and why it matters.If your business feels uncertain, inconsistent or harder than it should, this episode will help you see exactly why and what needs to change.If you want to book a discovery call or see how A B C S UK can help you, visit: https://bookings.cloud.microsoft/book/ABCSUK2@Abcsuk.co.uk/

April 16, 2026Episode 212 min

EP159 - The Messy Middle of Business (And Why It Feels So Hard)

In this episode of The 3Bz Podcast, Stephanie dives into a stage of business that most people experience but rarely talk about; the messy middle.This is the point where a business is no longer new, clients are coming in and things look like they’re working from the outside, but behind the scenes, it feels heavier, more reactive and harder to manage than expected.Stephanie breaks down why this stage happens, what it actually looks like day-to-day and why doing more is not the solution.This episode explores the shift from reactive to intentional, from doing everything to focusing on what actually matters, and why structure, clarity and better decision-making are the real way forward.If your business feels busy but not quite in control, this episode will help you understand why and what to do next.Book a call with Stephanie here: https://linktr.ee/abcsuk

April 10, 2026Episode 111 min

EP158 - New Tax Year, Same Problems? Let's Fix That

In the first episode of Series 4 of The 3Bz Podcast, Stephanie explores what the start of a new tax year really means for business owners and why it’s more than just a fresh set of dates.In this episode, Stephanie breaks down the areas that quietly hold businesses back year after year, including pricing, bookkeeping, financial visibility and habits, and explains what actually needs to change to avoid repeating the same cycle.This episode is designed to help business owners move from reactive patterns to more intentional decisions, using the new tax year as a practical reset point.If the last year felt rushed, unclear or harder than it should have been, this episode will help you step into the next one with more clarity, structure and direction.If you're ready to stop carrying forward the same problems and start running your business properly, this is the place to start.To book a call with A B C S UK, visit: https://outlook.office365.com/book/ABCSUK2@Abcsuk.co.uk