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5th Dec 2024

Lizi Jackson-Barrett: ‘I was abused for starting a Jewish business club’ Lessons on staying strong when facing negativity and abuse (S1, Ep 3)

When Lizi Jackson-Barrett started a business community for Jewish business owners she found herself on the receiving end of criticism and anti-semitic abuse. 

In this interview, Lizi shares why she decided to start the Jewish Business Network - and how she’s stayed positive - despite the negativity she has experienced.  And what it’s like to be a British Jew in the aftermath of the October 7 attacks. 

Key Moments

00:04:00 What it's like to be a British Jew in November 2024

00:14:24 The moment Lizi realised a Jewish business community was needed

00:19:27 Upsetting messages Lizi received after she announced the Jewish Business Network

00:28:28 The Build-A-Bear Hanukkah bear- and how it led to anti-Semitic abuse

00:34:21 Authenticity in business and why it’s risky for Jews


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Courageous
Honest conversations and smart strategy for rebuilding a bold life, brand, or business — even when speaking up comes at a cost. Hosted by Janet Murray.
This is not a cancer podcast.

It’s about what happens when your voice is threatened - by illness, by public shaming, by fear - and you decide to keep speaking anyway.

In 2025, I was diagnosed with breast cancer while navigating public cancellation for defending women’s sex-based rights. Now I’m documenting the rebuild: of my health, my business, and my voice - with honesty, strategy and as much courage as I can muster.
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I’m Janet Murray - I’m a business strategist and copywriter who helps consultants, coaches, freelancers and small business owners generate consistent income and/or recurring revenue.

I’m also the creator of the Courageous CEO Business Strategy Planner - which contains tried and tested strategy & resources to grow your business.