Owning Your Journey with Francesca McClory: #28

From Business Breakups to Social Media Magic

In this episode, we chat with the always-inspiring Francesca McClory, a powerhouse entrepreneur who’s made some big moves in both her personal and business life. .

She opens up about everything from the challenges of becoming the sole owner of Future Cloud to launching her exciting new venture, Quirq—a business that helps entrepreneurs and employees shine on social media (even if they have no idea where to start!).

Francesca shares her insights on why social media is a total game-changer for businesses today. She’s all about keeping it real—no need for polished perfection!

From raw videos straight out of the gym to posts that resonate with thousands, she gives us the lowdown on how showing up authentically can actually fuel your success.

One of her top tips? If you like your own posts, others will too—so stop overthinking it and just start sharing!

We also chat about the exciting and emotional journey of changing her name after her recent marriage and why it felt like such a fresh start for her personally and professionally.

And for those struggling with confidence? Francesca’s advice is gold: Start messy, stay consistent, and don’t let fear hold you back—just do the thing!

This episode is packed with inspiration, laughs, and tons of practical tips on building your brand, growing your confidence, and getting your content out there. If you’re ready to stop lurking and start thriving on social media, this episode is a must-listen!Francesca McCloryEmail: francesca@future-cloud.co.uk

Website: Quirq

LinkedIn: Francesca McCloryI

nstagram: Quirq Official

"I’m Francesca, co-founder of Future Cloud Accounting and Quirq!

As a single mum of two, I decided 14 years ago to create a better life for my family by going back into education.

My passion for accountancy led me to study hard, volunteer in the industry, and eventually land a role at a top firm.

I graduated in 2014 and quickly became drawn to cloud-based accounting, realizing it was the future of the industry. That’s when I made it my mission to drive that change.

I love meeting new people, asking questions, and helping others succeed. Social media has been key in sharing my business journey on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook, and it’s helped me grow my business by being my authentic self.

This is what inspired me to launch Quirq—a personal branding agency focused on helping others showcase their true selves online.

Outside of work, I’m passionate about health and fitness and believe every business owner should have a physical hobby. It’s been a tough journey, but my determination to create a better life for myself and my children has driven me to succeed, and now I want to inspire others to do the same!"

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