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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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37:47

Career Feeling Stuck? Why It's OK to Start Again (And...

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2025/05/15

This week on the Work It Like a Mum podcast, I’m joined by career coach Kim Holland, who specialises in helping parents navigate career transitions. We explore why becoming a parent often sparks the desire for a career change, how to approach that change with confidence, and the framework Kim uses to help people make meaningful, sustainable pivots. From identity shifts and values realignment to creating a step-by-step plan, Kim shares expert advice for anyone feeling stuck or unfulfilled in t...

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34:38

From Invisible to In-Demand: How to Build a...

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2025/05/13

Surprise! We’re dropping a bonus episode this week — pulled from one of our recent LinkedIn Live conversations — and it’s a good one. In this special edition, I’m joined by the ever-brilliant Rebecca Newenham, founder of Get Ahead, a business support agency that connects businesses with freelance experts on a flexible basis. With 14 years in business and zero cold calls, Rebecca has grown her company purely through the power of networking. She also runs LinkedIn Local Guildford and is known b...

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52:57

Grief, Growth, and Finding Purpose: A Funeral...

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2025/05/08

This week, I’m joined by one of my oldest and dearest friends — the incredibly grounded and wise Nikki Lodge-Frear. A former teacher, Nikki has built a beautiful, purpose-led business as a funeral celebrant. This conversation is tender, honest, and surprisingly uplifting — an exploration of what it means to hold space for people at their most vulnerable, and how grief can quietly teach us about presence, humanity, and even joy. 💬 What We Cover: Nikki’s journey from the classroom to the

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29:44

No Plan, No Problem: How to Switch Careers and Still...

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2025/05/01

In this episode of Work It Like a Mum, I’m joined by Nicola Stevenson, Branch Manager at Jewson Orkney. Her career path is anything but traditional — from banking, to whisky distilling, to running a builders’ merchant — all while raising a family in the remote but stunning Orkney Islands. We chat about: What it’s really like to live and work on a remote Scottish islandNicola’s bold career pivots — and what she’s learned from each oneHow she landed a management role with zero prior experience ...

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39:39

Freelancer to Founder: Growing a Team, Without Losing...

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2025/04/24

This week on Work It Like a Mum, I’m reunited with the brilliant Amanda Henderson, founder of Thread HR 💼 You might remember Amanda from an earlier episode where she dropped pure gold on how to go freelance (seriously — tip after tip after tip!). If you’re dreaming of leaving corporate behind, that one’s a must-listen — and we’ve linked it in the show notes. But today? We’re talking about what comes next — Amanda’s incredible leap from solo freelancer to agency founder 🙌 🎙 In this episode:

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38:58

Leaving It All Behind: One Woman’s Move to the Middle...

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2025/04/17

This week on Work It Like a Mum, we sit down with Susanna Gray Jones — founder of Chime Search, recruitment powerhouse, and expat entrepreneur — to chat all things life, work, and the bold move to Dubai. From her career in recruitment to launching her own business overseas, Susanna shares candidly about what inspired her to make a major life pivot after a personal health scare and how she's built a fulfilling life (and company) in the UAE. In this episode: Why Susanna swapped corporate life f...

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47:18

Surviving Menopause in the Workplace: What Every...

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2025/04/10

This week on Work It Like a Mum, I'm joined by the brilliant Anna Allerton—former sports journalist turned executive coach—who shares her deeply personal and professional journey through perimenopause and how it led to a powerful career pivot. Anna now specialises in coaching professional women, particularly those navigating the challenges of menopause while juggling high-pressure careers. In this honest and inspiring conversation, she opens up about the debilitating symptoms that cost her a ...

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46:04

Ditching the 9–5: How One Mum Built a Flexible...

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2025/04/03

In this episode of Work It Like a Mum, I sit down with Daniella Wainwright, founder of Wainwright Consulting. Daniella shares her journey from working in large corporate finance roles to starting her own business, offering fractional Finance Director (FD) services to growing companies. We discuss why she made the transition, how she built her client base, and why she’s passionate about helping businesses thrive without the overhead of a full-time finance director. Daniella also discusses the ...

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47:55

Empowering Mums: Balancing Motherhood and Ambition

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2025/03/27

In this week's Work it Like a Mum episode, we chat with Alex Morgan and Tiffany Scott, the inspiring hosts of the Manbition podcast! They share the story behind their podcast, their journey through motherhood, and how they balance ambition with family life. They reflect on the emotional process of reclaiming personal ambitions and rediscovering passions after giving birth. The conversation highlights the power of personal transformation and evolving into a new version of yourself after ...

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40:11

Breaking the Silence: Empowering Fertility...

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2025/03/20

In today’s episode of Work it Like a Mum, I’m chatting with the amazing Natalie Silverman, the voice behind The Fertility Podcast and co-founder of Fertility Matters at Work. As a long-time fan of Natalie’s podcast (which was a lifeline during my own fertility journey), I’m so excited to have her here to share her story. We talk about the evolution of fertility discussions in the workplace, her transition from broadcasting to podcasting, and how her new venture is helping businesses support e...

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24:32

How Outsourcing & Flexible Work Is The Secret To...

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2025/03/13

Welcome to this week’s episode of Working It Like a Mum! Today, we’re chatting with Rebecca Newnham from Get Ahead about outsourcing and flexible work. If you’ve ever wondered how virtual support can help lighten the load, stay tuned. Why You Should Listen: If you're tired of the hustle culture and looking for a more flexible way to work, this episode is for you! Rebecca Newnham shares how she built Get Ahead, a thriving virtual outsourcing agency, and how it's helping professionals reclaim w...

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31:43

Discover Munich RE: Who They Are, What They Do and...

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2025/03/11

Bonus Episode: LinkedIn Live with Munich Re! Don’t miss the chance to hear from Lauren Tyrer and Sasha McNuff (P2P), members of the Talent Acquisition team at Munich Re, a global leader in reinsurance and insurance-related risk solutions. About Munich Re: With a presence in over 50 countries, Munich Re is at the forefront of managing complex risks through innovative insurance and risk management solutions. Their work in sustainability and digital transformation makes them a true industry p...

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41:59

How to Thrive as a Working Mum

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2025/03/06

How do you balance a high-powered career with family life? On this week's Work it Like a Mum episode, we chat with Georgina Wicken, Chief People Officer at Pool RE, about how she secured a part-time senior role, why flexible work should be the norm, and the real impact of diversity in hiring. Topics Covered: ✅ How Georgina landed a part-time senior executive role ✅ The challenges of senior leadership with four kids ✅ The power of blind CVs in unbiased hiring ✅ Why companies shoul...

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37:29

How to Balance Your Career With Motherhood

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2025/02/27

In this Work It Like a Mum episode, we’re delighted to chat with Emily Russell, Internal Recruitment Partner at Saint-Gobain. Emily, who specialises in recruiting engineers, shares her journey of balancing a full-time career with single motherhood. With two children—one preparing for his GCSEs and the other only three years old—Emily discusses how she manages the juggle and offers tips for other working mums. We also dive into Emily’s career history and her transition into engineering recruit...

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38:19

The Future of Flexible Childcare

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2025/02/20

In this Work It Like a Mum episode, we’re joined by Rachel Carrell, founder of Koru Kids, a childcare service designed to provide flexible, reliable options for working parents. Rachel shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship and how her experience as a new parent led her to rethink the childcare system in the UK. Topics Covered Rachel’s journey from a corporate career to founding Koru KidsThe challenges of accessing flexible and affordable childcare in the UKHow Koru Kids i...

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59:27

How to Grow and Scale a Business Successfully

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2025/02/13

In this week's Work It Like a Mum episode, we sit down with Clare Findlay, the co-founder of Purple, a lead generation company serving clients in the tech industry. Clare shares her entrepreneurial journey and offers valuable insights into growing a business without external funding—a challenge she has successfully navigated. Episode Highlights: Starting the Business: Clare shares her humble beginnings and how her desire for financial independence and inspired by her mom’s work struggle...

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20:33

Mastering Job Offers & Salary Negotiation

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2025/02/06

Welcome to the last episode of our January solo series on the Work It Like a Mum podcast! In this final solo episode, we’re diving into job offers—how to navigate, negotiate, and secure the best possible salary. 📖 This episode is in celebration of the release of my new book, Flex, which is designed to help you create a career that works for you and your life. What We Cover Negotiating a job offer can feel daunting, but it’s a crucial skill. This episode breaks it down step by step...

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35:47

Top Tips to Master Job Interviews

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2025/01/30

Welcome to the fourth episode of our January solo series on the Work It Like a Mum podcast! In this episode, we’re sharing essential tips for acing your job interview, whether in-person or virtual. From the preparation to the key questions you’ll likely be asked, you’ll learn how to show your best self and set yourself up for success. Whether you’re prepping for a face-to-face or video interview, this episode is for you! Key Topics Covered: The Interview Process: Congratulations on getting an...

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33:11

Master LinkedIn for Career Success in 2025

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2025/01/23

This week, we're back with the third episode in our January solo series with founder Elizabeth Willetts, guiding you to the career and life you've always dreamed of in 2025. If you're ready to kickstart this year with the job you've longed for, this episode is for you!In this episode, we dive into the power of LinkedIn and how it can supercharge your job search. Whether actively looking for a job or aiming to grow your career, LinkedIn is an essential platform for getting noticed by recruiter...

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37:10

Transform Your Career With Expert CV Advice

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2025/01/16

This week, we're back with the second episode in our January solo series with founder Elizabeth Willetts, guiding you to the career and life you've always dreamed of in 2025. If you're ready to kickstart this year with the job you've longed for, this episode is for you!In this episode, we're diving into one of the most crucial components of your job search—your CV. Despite the myths circulating on LinkedIn, CVs are not dead! With recruiters reviewing hundreds of applications for each role, yo...

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