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Work It Like A Mum

Elizabeth Willetts

How do I know if I"m ready to return to work after maternity leave? Can I *really* make all the pick-ups, drop-offs AND get to work on time? Am I ready for that promotion? How do I balance managing a large team and demanding kids? Is now the right time to start my own business? Can I flourish in a part-time job? And the biggest question of all, can I *really* have it all? Whether you"re returning to work after your first maternity leave or juggling a high-flying career with teenagers that won"t do

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50:37

The Anatomy of Leadership: What Thriving Leaders Do...

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2025/08/28

Send us a text This week on the Work it Like a Mum Podcast, I’m joined by Maria Hvorostovsky — leadership coach, host of The Anatomy of a Leader, and one of Europe’s top executive search consultants. With 20+ years of placing senior leaders (including the first CEO of JW Anderson), Maria knows what makes leaders thrive and where founders stumble. She shares her journey from a family of musicians in Russia to running her own business, launching a podcast, and building a leadership ecosystem. W...

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39:26

Midlife, Menopause & Saying Yes to Yourself

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2025/08/21

Send us a text On this week's Work it Like a Mum Podcast episode, we’re joined by Emma Thomas, executive coach, consultant, and podcast host, who helps people unlock potential and navigate big life transitions. After 30 years in academic publishing, Emma was made redundant in 2022. Instead of returning to corporate life, she reinvented herself. Now she coaches clients, runs her own podcast, and leads Managing the Menopause, helping employers create menopause-supportive workplaces. We discuss ...

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39:28

The Silent Sacrifice: Why Mum Guilt Still Holds Us...

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2025/08/14

Send us a text This week, we're joined by Carmen Powell, CEO of ISC Group — the global network advancing women in the insurance sector and beyond. With over 20 years’ experience across industries and continents, Carmen knows what it takes to reach the top and bring others with you. We talk candidly about the “silent sacrifice” so many women make, why guilt still shadows working mums in 2025, and how to rewrite the script so your career and wellbeing thrive side-by-side. Carmen also lifts the ...

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45:33

BONUS EPIOSDE: CVs & Interview Prep- Stand Out and...

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2025/08/11

Send us a text In this bonus episode of Work It Like a Mum podcast, our very own founder, Elizabeth Willits, goes solo to share 18+ years of recruitment know-how. She’ll walk you through how to write a CV that opens doors, master LinkedIn so opportunities come to you, and ace interviews with confidence, keeping your career momentum strong, even in the quieter months. Summer break is around the corner, and while the pace of life slows down for many, it can be the perfect time to pause and asse...

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31:35

The Bold Mission to Empower 100,000 Women by 2035

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2025/08/07

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of the Work it Like a Mum Podcast, I’m joined by Anaïs Comot, career strategist and founder of Her Code. Anaïs shares her personal journey from burnout in the corporate world to finding her calling in coaching. Her mission? To empower 100,000 women by 2035 to build careers they’re truly passionate about. We talk about the importance of aligning your work with your values, navigating big transitions (like motherhood or moving abroad), and how Anaï...

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44:40

Why Divorce Costs More Than You Think (Unless You Do...

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2025/07/31

Send us a text In this week's Work it Like a Mum Podcast episode, we speak with Karen Arndt, an accomplished media, tech, and marketing leader turned legal tech disruptor. Karen co-founded WhatWouldAJudgeSay.com, a groundbreaking platform helping couples in England and Wales get clear, judge-led insight into how their finances would be split in a divorce, without going to court or paying extortionate legal fees. With a career that’s taken her from Amsterdam to Tokyo, New York to Berlin, and n...

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54:56

BONUS EPISODE: LinkedIn & Offline Networking: Unlock...

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2025/07/28

Send us a text In this bonus episode of Work It Like a Mum, I’m joined by brilliant career advancement coach Leanne Cooper to help you raise your profile, grow your influence, and unlock opportunities—whether you’re ready for a new challenge or laying the groundwork for a future move. Summer break is around the corner, and while the pace of life slows down for many, it can be the perfect time to pause and assess your career progress. This is the third session of our Momentum Masterclass Serie...

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31:09

Start, Scale, Succeed: How to Grow a VA Business and...

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2025/07/24

Send us a text In this episode, Sarah Rugg shares her journey from working mum to founder of a national VA business and how she's built a flexible, scalable company that empowers other women to do the same. She discusses the mindset shifts required to grow a business, including stepping into a CEO role, letting go of perfectionism, and trusting others to carry the baton (even if they don’t do things exactly your way). Sarah also offers practical advice for anyone interested in becoming a Virt...

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BONUS EPISODE: Building Confidence: Step Into Your...

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2025/07/21

Send us a text In this bonus episode of Work It Like a Mum, I’m joined by brilliant career confidence coach Nicola Semple, who brings together mindset work, practical exercises, and deep real-world insight to help you take bolder steps forward in your career. Summer break is around the corner, and while the pace of life slows down for many, it can be the perfect time to pause and assess your career progress. This is the second session of our Momentum Masterclass Series, a six-week progr...

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From Stuck to Skilled: Breaking into Tech After a...

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2025/07/17

Send us a text In this episode of Work It Like a Mum, we chat with Artemis Cropper to talk about what it’s really like to leave a traditional career path and retrain in tech with Salesforce and the Supermums programme. We chat about how she overcame the uncertainty of a career break, why she chose Salesforce, and how Supermums gave her the structure, support, and skills to make a bold career change. What We Cover: Why Artemis walked away from her corporate role at AccentureWhat it...

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BONUS EPISODE: Gaining Career Clarity: How to Define...

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2025/07/14

Send us a text In this bonus episode of Work It Like a Mum, I’m joined by brilliant career coach Kim Holland to help you get clear on your next steps, whether you're job hunting, thinking about a pivot, or simply feeling stuck. Summer break is around the corner and while the pace of life slows down for many, it can be the perfect time to pause and check in with where you are in your career. This is the first session of our Momentum Masterclass Series, a six-week programme designed to he...

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49:11

How to Say No and Still Be the Mum and Leader You...

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2025/07/10

In this week’s episode of the Work it like a Mum podcast, we're talking with the dynamic and inspiring Monique de Maio, founder and CMO of On Demand CMO, trailblazing marketer, mentor, black belt in martial arts, and author of 7 Secrets to Creating a Life You Love: A Practical Guide for Women in Leadership. We dive into the unfiltered realities of being a working mum. From setting boundaries and saying no (without guilt) to resisting pressure from others and making intentional choices that al...

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BONUS EPISODE: Why More Women Should Consider...

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2025/07/07

This week, we’re going LIVE with an empowering, honest conversation that every woman considering entrepreneurship needs to hear. We chat with Rebecca Newnham, founder of Get Ahead, about how building your own business can unlock freedom, confidence, and financial independence, without burning out or losing yourself. With 15 years of business experience and a nationwide team behind her, Rebecca brings a wealth of wisdom and warmth to this episode. 💬 What We Cover: ✨ Why entrepreneurship is

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44:09

Life Well Lived, Career Well Chosen: What If It All...

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2025/07/03

This week on Work It Like a Mum, I’m joined by the brilliant Laura Nesbitt—career coach, mum, and expert in helping people figure out what they actually want before jumping into job boards. We dive into the real reasons so many women feel stuck in their careers—and why the answer isn’t always a new job. 💡 We talk about: Why updating your CV is the last thing you should doHow to get crystal clear on what lights you up (and what doesn’t)The power of designing your career around your life, not

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26:40

Think a Part-Time Boss Can't Be a Greater Leader?...

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2025/06/26

In this week’s Work It Like a Mum episode, we chat with Donna Wayman, Chief Operating Officer at Zurich Insurance. Donna is an award-winning leader with over 15 years of experience delivering strategic change in the financial services sector. She also works part-time in a senior, global role, which you don't hear about daily. Donna shares her personal journey, her views on flexibility in leadership, and how Zurich is leading the charge on inclusive hiring practices. What We Cover: Donna’s car...

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Build a Flexible Career Around Your Kids Without...

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2025/06/19

In this week’s Work It Like a Mum episode, I’m joined by my friend and mentor, Sam Earnshaw, who shares her powerful story of going from stay-at-home mum to building a thriving career with Utility Warehouse (UW). Sam’s journey is full of grit, growth, and grace from navigating early motherhood and relationship breakdowns to finally finding a work-life balance that fits her and her family. Whether you’re craving more flexibility, thinking about earning extra income, or love a story of persever...

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31:17

How To Make Your Career Pivot Work For You

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2025/06/12

This week, I’m joined by Paula Stillman, Head of HR at Oxera — one of our favourite clients and long-time supporters of flexible and part-time working. Paula shares her career journey from retail to HR, how she found her calling in people and culture, and why she's so passionate about making the workplace more inclusive and adaptable for working parents. 🗂️ What We Cover: Paula’s unconventional path from pharmacy retail to HR leadershipThe emotional toll and growth from managing challenging

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31:08

When Motherhood Changes Everything: Finding Purpose...

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2025/06/05

This week, I’m joined by Georgie Harris, co-founder of Mums Who Build — a community created to support mums navigating the often difficult return to work or business after having children. After leaving a successful role at Burberry to care for her son with complex needs, Georgie found herself questioning identity, purpose, and financial security. She shares her journey of building back confidence — and how that experience led her to create a thriving support network for like-minded mums. 🗂️

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31:28

A Breast Cancer Survival Story: Finding Your New Self

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2025/05/29

In this heartfelt episode of Work It Like a Mum, I’m joined by the inspiring Anja Webster — a breast cancer survivor turned recovery coach. After her own life-changing diagnosis and treatment journey, Anja now supports others navigating life after breast cancer. We talk openly about the emotional rollercoaster of diagnosis, treatment, and recovery — and the often-overlooked period after the NHS signs you off. Anja shares her personal experiences with honesty and compassion, making this episod...

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54:38

Motherhood, Career & Identity: How to Thrive Without...

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2025/05/22

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Gifty Enright — global workplace wellbeing expert, diversity and leadership consultant, TEDx speaker, and author of the highly acclaimed book Octopus on a Treadmill. This conversation is full of empowering insights for working women — especially mothers — navigating the pressures of career, motherhood, identity, and self-care. 💬 In this episode, we talk about: The story behind Octopus on a Treadmill and why it resonates with working

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