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Julie Begbie is the founder of The Happy Business Company

Julie Begbie is an expert in making life and business feel a whole lot happier.

As a Happiness Psychologist and Small Business Mentor, she helps mid-lifers rediscover what lights them up – and shows them how to turn that joy into a profitable business they actually want to run. Whether it’s a side hustle, a full-time leap, or simply a creative spark that needs nurturing, Julie’s all about helping people do business their way – with more ease, more confidence, and way more fun.

More recently, she’s become known for helping small business owners make friends with AI – using it as a tool to reduce overwhelm, sound more like themselves, and take the stress out of content creation. No tech-speak, no robotic templates – just simple, joyful ways to use AI that actually make life easier.

Julie finds her own happiness running The Happy Business Company – which she built to support her love of Disney trips and dreamy cruises. Spoiler: she’s probably already planning her next one.

She’s the creator of #MissionHappiness, a growing movement that shares practical, joy-fuelled business tools through online memberships, roadmaps, and workshops – all designed to help people dream big and actually do the thing.

Whether she’s helping someone choose their first side hustle, rewire their mindset, or start using ChatGPT without wanting to cry, Julie brings warmth, clarity, and just the right amount of sparkle. For her, happiness isn’t a fluffy extra – it’s the foundation of a business (and life) that truly works.

Book Julie as a Guest Expert

Looking to bring more joy, clarity, and ease into your community’s business journey?

Let’s talk. I’m Julie Begbie – Happiness Psychologist, Small Business Mentor, and the creator of The AI Happiness Hack. I help heart-led business owners cut through the noise, ditch the pressure, and build a business that actually feels good.

If you’re looking for a guest expert to inspire, uplift, and deliver real, practical value – I’d love to speak to your audience.

✨ Signature Talk: The AI Happiness Hack

What if marketing didn’t feel like a constant grind? What if AI could actually lighten the load – instead of making everything sound like a robot?

This session is perfect for small business owners, creatives, and visibility-dodgers who secretly hate “doing content” and feel overwhelmed by all the noise. I’ll show your audience how to use AI in a simple, joyful, human way – to sound more like themselves, create content with ease, and fall back in love with showing up.

It’s real talk meets tech magic – with mindset shifts, permission slips, and powerful tools they can use right away.

🎯 Talk Two: Becoming Extraordinary

This one’s for anyone ready to stop playing small and start creating a life they’re genuinely excited to wake up to. I walk through three powerful shifts: how to dream bigger, build aligned habits, and rewrite the stories that keep us stuck. It’s part mindset, part strategy – and fully focused on helping people take action towards their most joyful, fulfilled life and business.

☀️ Talk Three: How to Uncover Your Passion or Gift and Turn it Into a Happy Side Hustle

For the dreamers and doers who know they’re meant for more – this session shows them how to find their thing and actually start (without the burnout or the guesswork).

These sessions are packed with real strategies, mindset shifts, and feel-good, step-by-step advice your audience can actually use. If you’re looking to add fresh, joyful energy to your event, group, or programme – let’s chat.

💛 Click the button above to enquire about booking me to speak. I’d love to support your people.

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Julie Begbie, based just outside Edinburgh, Scotland, is a dynamic Happiness Psychologist and the creative force behind the Happy Side Hustle. With a passionate commitment to supporting individuals in finding joy and success in their lives, Julie brings a unique blend of psychological insight and a sprinkle of happiness to her audience. She is known for her engaging storytelling, which she uses to share strategies, experiences, and tips for happiness.

Common Talking Points And Questions for Hosts:

  • The Happy Side Hustle Journey:
    • What inspired you to start your side hustle journey?
    • How many side hustles have you had?
  • Happiness Psychology Insights:
    • How does your background in psychology influence your approach to life?
    • What psychological strategies do you recommend for adding extra happiness to life?
  • Balancing Act:
    • How do you balance the demands of a side hustle with personal well-being?
    • Tips for maintaining motivation and mental health while side hustling.
  • Growth and Development:
    • What has been your most effective strategy for growing your side hustle?
    • How do you use your psychological expertise to foster growth and resilience in your business?

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    THE HAPPY BUSINESS COMPANY MEDIA HUB

    Welcome to the Happy Business Company Media Hub, your go-to spot for all things inspiring, innovative, and, of course, happy!

    Here, you’ll dive into a curated collection of podcasts, press features, and enlightening conversations where I’ve had the joy of sharing the essence of the Happy Business movement.

    Join me as I discuss stories of success, resilience, and the power of pursuing what truly lights us up. 

    Podcasts, TV and Webinars

    Ireland's Classic Hits Radio
    The Joy Work Show Podcast
    Tales from the Gram Podcast
    Born to be Brilliant Podcast
    F:entrepreneur Webinar: Overcoming Impostor Syndrome
    BBC Radio 4 Any Answers
    In Conversation with Dr David R Hamilton
    Skills Development Scotland Employer Webinars
    The Midday Show with Russ Kane & Co
    Sisterhood in Session Podcast
    Edinburgh Evening News: Local Entrepreneur celebrated at IWD House of Lords Event
    Edinburgh Evening News: Julie Begbie Recognised in the SmallBiz100 2024 Line Up

    Online Media

    Image Magazine: Red Car Theory
    The Times: How AI Can Help Your Business
    UK News Group: Midlothian-based business Psychologist wins prestigious Theo Paphitis #SBS Award

     

    UK News Group: Julie Begbie is one of 2024’s Most Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs
    UK News Group: Julie Begbie: From Happiness Psychologist to AI trailblazer
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