Wed, 20 May 2026 04:05:13 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2595925 en-gb © 2026 Talking Wise yes b1734812-5cec-549a-b732-4de1de68f817 Talking Wise episodic false The podcast about logistics, self-employment, and what it actually takes to scale without the wheels coming off. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Talking Wise https://storage.buzzsprout.com/cq8922z8notnejmdrazg39sbnfj5?.jpg Chloe Tierney-Martin Dan Richards Episode 12: Meet the sales team "Sales" is a bit of a loaded word, isn't it? You’re probably picturing suits, aggressive handshakes, and people who won't stop emailing you. But at Wise, it’s a whole different game.

And this week, our sales team are taking over the podcast!

We’re hanging out with the people who actually grow our platform. We talk about everything from the high of that first closed deal to the "silver bullet" features that make prospects realise they're missing out. No corporate jargon - just the team chatting about how they actually get things done.

]]> "Sales" is a bit of a loaded word, isn't it? You’re probably picturing suits, aggressive handshakes, and people who won't stop emailing you. But at Wise, it’s a whole different game.

And this week, our sales team are taking over the podcast!

We’re hanging out with the people who actually grow our platform. We talk about everything from the high of that first closed deal to the "silver bullet" features that make prospects realise they're missing out. No corporate jargon - just the team chatting about how they actually get things done.

]]> Talking Wise Buzzsprout-19201522 Wed, 20 May 2026 09:00:00 +0100 3227 full false Episode 11: Looking after our people We mark Mental Health Awareness Week by opening up an honest conversation about what mental health support really looks like inside a fast-paced, client-driven business.

Joined by our Mental Health First Aiders, we explore why this week matters, what it means in practice, and how we can all play a part in looking after ourselves and each other at work.

This episode goes beyond awareness. It’s about action, understanding, and making it easier for people to speak up, check in, and reach out when they need to.

Whether you’re feeling great, feeling stretched, or somewhere in between - this conversation is for you.

]]> We mark Mental Health Awareness Week by opening up an honest conversation about what mental health support really looks like inside a fast-paced, client-driven business.

Joined by our Mental Health First Aiders, we explore why this week matters, what it means in practice, and how we can all play a part in looking after ourselves and each other at work.

This episode goes beyond awareness. It’s about action, understanding, and making it easier for people to speak up, check in, and reach out when they need to.

Whether you’re feeling great, feeling stretched, or somewhere in between - this conversation is for you.

]]> Talking Wise Buzzsprout-19163645 Tue, 12 May 2026 11:00:00 +0100 2217 full false Episode 10: How one client saved £28.5k on fuel - without lifting a finger Fuel costs are one of the biggest overheads for logistics businesses - and often one of the least transparent.

In this episode of Talking Wise, we are joined by Arthur Elmes, owner of Carefuel to unpack how businesses can stop overpaying for fuel without taking on more admin.

We dive into how Carefuel helps businesses secure better fuel card deals, removes hidden surcharges and continuously tracks prices to protect against creeping costs. 

If you’re a business managing vehicles, fleets, or fuel costs - this episode shows how the right partnerships can create real savings and real value through Wise Advantage.

]]> Fuel costs are one of the biggest overheads for logistics businesses - and often one of the least transparent.

In this episode of Talking Wise, we are joined by Arthur Elmes, owner of Carefuel to unpack how businesses can stop overpaying for fuel without taking on more admin.

We dive into how Carefuel helps businesses secure better fuel card deals, removes hidden surcharges and continuously tracks prices to protect against creeping costs. 

If you’re a business managing vehicles, fleets, or fuel costs - this episode shows how the right partnerships can create real savings and real value through Wise Advantage.

]]> Talking Wise Buzzsprout-19133467 Wed, 06 May 2026 09:00:00 +0100 2192 full false Episode 9: Three pillars of self-employment Do your working practices reflect a true self-employed working arrangement? Does your contract reflect the working practices accurately? Or are you just hoping you never got a knock at the door from HMRC?

Status can feel complex, but it often comes down to understanding the “big three.” These are the foundations self-employment - but they’re rarely explained in a way that’s easy to apply.

Our experts are cutting through the noise, breaking down the three key pillars used to assess self-employment:

❗Mutuality of Obligation
❗The Right to Substitute
❗Supervision, Direction and Control

Clear, practical, and straight to the point - making things understandable, not overwhelming.

]]> Do your working practices reflect a true self-employed working arrangement? Does your contract reflect the working practices accurately? Or are you just hoping you never got a knock at the door from HMRC?

Status can feel complex, but it often comes down to understanding the “big three.” These are the foundations self-employment - but they’re rarely explained in a way that’s easy to apply.

Our experts are cutting through the noise, breaking down the three key pillars used to assess self-employment:

❗Mutuality of Obligation
❗The Right to Substitute
❗Supervision, Direction and Control

Clear, practical, and straight to the point - making things understandable, not overwhelming.

]]> Talking Wise Buzzsprout-19095547 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100 2661 full false Episode 8: A sit down with Lee Wilcox - On The Tools: A voice for construction Dan Richards, Deputy CEO at Wise, is joined by Lee Wilcox, Co-Founder & CEO of On The Tools.

They discuss the origins of On The Tools, the real challenges facing construction today - from recruitment and skills shortages to regulation and red tape - and why mental health remains such a critical issue in the industry. The conversation also explores the lack of support for self-employed contractors, the importance of practical perks, and the power of community in construction.

A must-listen for tradespeople, contractors, and anyone supporting the construction workforce.

For construction companies looking to learn more or contact Lee’s team, visit: https://onthetoolscard.com/

]]> Dan Richards, Deputy CEO at Wise, is joined by Lee Wilcox, Co-Founder & CEO of On The Tools.

They discuss the origins of On The Tools, the real challenges facing construction today - from recruitment and skills shortages to regulation and red tape - and why mental health remains such a critical issue in the industry. The conversation also explores the lack of support for self-employed contractors, the importance of practical perks, and the power of community in construction.

A must-listen for tradespeople, contractors, and anyone supporting the construction workforce.

For construction companies looking to learn more or contact Lee’s team, visit: https://onthetoolscard.com/

]]> Talking Wise Buzzsprout-19058040 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100 3481 full false Episode 7: Wise x Vanaways: Van sourcing made simple Sourcing vans shouldn’t slow your business down - but for many logistics companies, it does.

In this episode of Talking Wise, Dan Richards, Deputy CEO at Wise, sits down with the team from Vanaways to unpack what’s really happening in the van market - and how growing businesses can cut through the complexity.

We explore the real barriers stopping businesses from getting vans on the road - and how the Wise x Vanaways partnership is helping remove them.

]]> Sourcing vans shouldn’t slow your business down - but for many logistics companies, it does.

In this episode of Talking Wise, Dan Richards, Deputy CEO at Wise, sits down with the team from Vanaways to unpack what’s really happening in the van market - and how growing businesses can cut through the complexity.

We explore the real barriers stopping businesses from getting vans on the road - and how the Wise x Vanaways partnership is helping remove them.

]]> Talking Wise Buzzsprout-19012929 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0100 2793 full false Episode 6: Self-employment across industries: Insights into private hire We're joined by Gary Jacobs, founder of Gigzee and Eazitax, to explore the realities of self-employment in private hire and what businesses across industries can learn.

We talk the challenges drivers face day-to-day, the rules and regulations operators need to navigate, and how lessons from private hire can apply to logistics and other sectors. Whether you’re a private hire operator, a logistics business, or a self-employed driver, this episode gives you a clear picture of what works - and what to watch out for - when managing self-employed teams.

]]> We're joined by Gary Jacobs, founder of Gigzee and Eazitax, to explore the realities of self-employment in private hire and what businesses across industries can learn.

We talk the challenges drivers face day-to-day, the rules and regulations operators need to navigate, and how lessons from private hire can apply to logistics and other sectors. Whether you’re a private hire operator, a logistics business, or a self-employed driver, this episode gives you a clear picture of what works - and what to watch out for - when managing self-employed teams.

]]> Talking Wise Buzzsprout-18949633 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0100 3963 full false Episode 5: Five myths that trip up logistics companies Most businesses don’t fail because they can’t recruit drivers - they fail because the back office breaks when they scale. In this episode, Dan Richards, Deputy CEO at Wise, joins our host Chloe Tierney-Martin to bust the five most common myths that quietly cost time, money, and create risk for growing logistics operations - and shares practical steps to fix them.

From Right to Work checks to contracts, compliance, and governance, this episode delivers actionable advice for logistics business owners and operators who want to scale efficiently without drowning in admin or rework.

]]> Most businesses don’t fail because they can’t recruit drivers - they fail because the back office breaks when they scale. In this episode, Dan Richards, Deputy CEO at Wise, joins our host Chloe Tierney-Martin to bust the five most common myths that quietly cost time, money, and create risk for growing logistics operations - and shares practical steps to fix them.

From Right to Work checks to contracts, compliance, and governance, this episode delivers actionable advice for logistics business owners and operators who want to scale efficiently without drowning in admin or rework.

]]> Talking Wise Buzzsprout-18936390 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0100 2177 full false Episode 4: Right to Work Checks explained: What logistics businesses need to know Right to Work checks are a legal requirement for UK businesses - but many still aren’t confident they’re getting them right.

We're breaking down Right to Work checks in simple terms. We cover what a valid Right to Work check looks like in the UK, who is responsible for carrying out checks, when they need to happen, and the consequences of getting it wrong.

We also explore how businesses engaging self-employed workers can protect themselves from fines, legal risk, and reputational damage - without adding unnecessary admin.

]]> Right to Work checks are a legal requirement for UK businesses - but many still aren’t confident they’re getting them right.

We're breaking down Right to Work checks in simple terms. We cover what a valid Right to Work check looks like in the UK, who is responsible for carrying out checks, when they need to happen, and the consequences of getting it wrong.

We also explore how businesses engaging self-employed workers can protect themselves from fines, legal risk, and reputational damage - without adding unnecessary admin.

]]> Talking Wise Buzzsprout-18899206 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2216 full false Episode 3: The making of Wise Advantage  We take you behind the scenes of Wise Advantage, the new digital marketplace transforming how UK logistics businesses access trusted suppliers and cost-saving opportunities. Dan Richards sits down with Evie, Wise’s Commercial Operations Manager, and Trevor, Account Director, who were instrumental in building and launching the platform.

]]>  We take you behind the scenes of Wise Advantage, the new digital marketplace transforming how UK logistics businesses access trusted suppliers and cost-saving opportunities. Dan Richards sits down with Evie, Wise’s Commercial Operations Manager, and Trevor, Account Director, who were instrumental in building and launching the platform.

]]> Talking Wise Buzzsprout-18860706 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2105 full false Episode 2: Celebrating the Women of Wise We celebrate the incredible women driving Wise forward. From operations to client success, tech to compliance, our female team members share their stories, challenges, and successes - offering insights into what it takes to thrive in technology sector. Join us as we highlight their achievements, discuss the importance of diversity, and learn lessons that can inspire anyone, regardless of role or industry.

]]> We celebrate the incredible women driving Wise forward. From operations to client success, tech to compliance, our female team members share their stories, challenges, and successes - offering insights into what it takes to thrive in technology sector. Join us as we highlight their achievements, discuss the importance of diversity, and learn lessons that can inspire anyone, regardless of role or industry.

]]> Talking Wise Buzzsprout-18814446 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000 2294 full false Episode 1: Meet the founders In the first epsiode of "Talking Wise", we sit down with Wise's founders Simon Hills, Dan Richards and James Orton to dive into the the story how was Wise was born - the good, the bad and the behind the scenes!

]]> In the first epsiode of "Talking Wise", we sit down with Wise's founders Simon Hills, Dan Richards and James Orton to dive into the the story how was Wise was born - the good, the bad and the behind the scenes!

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