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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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37:50

The Flexible Job Market in 2026: What’s Really Happening

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2026/02/12

In this episode of the Work it Like a Mum Podcast, we’re sharing the second session from Smash 26, our two-day virtual event designed to help women start the year with confidence, clarity and momentum in their careers. Hosted by the recruitment team at Investing in Women, for an in-depth look at the current recruitment landscape and flexible working opportunities. This session is designed to help job seekers and professionals understand the realities of flexible roles, what employers are prio...

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37:05

Bonus Episode: Ready to Scale? What Small Businesses...

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2026/02/09

In this bonus episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we’re sharing a special webinar conversation for small business owners who want to scale without burnout and build businesses that actually work in today’s world. Hosted by Elizabeth Willetts, Founder of Investing in Women, this episode features expert insight from Sam Cooper-Gray, Founder of The Wisdom Studio, on what really drives sustainable growth as we head into 2026. Together, we explore: Why strategy doesn’t need to be complicate...

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50:08

Clarity on Your Next Move: How to Discover What...

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2026/02/05

In this episode of the Work it Like a Mum Podcast, we’re sharing the first session from Smash 26, our two-day virtual event designed to help women start the year with confidence, clarity and momentum in their careers. The session is hosted by Kim Holland, career transition expert, who works with women navigating career pivots, identity shifts and changing priorities, particularly after becoming parents. Kim opens Smash 26 by tackling one of the biggest questions women tell us they’re st...

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28:33

How One Woman’s Health Challenges Inspired Her...

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2026/01/29

In this weeks episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we chat with Marina Boyce, a Utility Warehouse partner who shares how she has turned chronic illness into chronic income. Marina opens up about living with ulcerative colitis and fibromyalgia, the impact this had on her career, and how flexible, home-based work has helped her regain control, confidence and financial stability. What We Cover Marina’s journey from working in a physically demanding role to needing a flexible al...

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46:08

How AI Is Reshaping Women’s Careers (And What To Do...

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2026/01/22

In this episode of Work It Like a Mum, we’re diving into one of the biggest shifts facing women at work today: AI and the future of jobs. I’m joined by Heather Black, Founder and CEO of Supermums, a brilliant organisation focused on upskilling women (and men) in tech. Together, we unpack what AI really means for women’s careers — cutting through fear, hype and headlines to focus on what’s actually happening right now. With women overrepresented in roles already being reshaped by AI, this is a...

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33:26

Land Your Dream Remote Job: How to Stand Out & Get Hired

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2026/01/15

In this week's episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we're joined by Michelle Coulson, founder of Remote Rebellion, a consultancy dedicated to helping people secure meaningful remote work. With demand for remote roles still sky-high — and competition tougher than ever — Michelle shares honest insights into what’s really happening in the remote job market and how candidates can stand out in 2026. What We Cover: Why demand for remote work is still high — even as advertised roles shrinkThe ...

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48:21

New Year, New You: How to Make 2026 Your Healthiest...

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2026/01/08

In this week's episode of the' Work It Like a Mum' podcast, we’re joined by Ro Feilden-Cook, a personal trainer, women’s wellbeing expert, and founder of The SHE Collective. Ro helps busy midlife women create sustainable breakthroughs in their health—without guilt or perfectionism. She’s also a mum of three and carer to her disabled son, bringing personal experience, resilience, and compassion to her work. Through her award-winning platform, she combines movement, nutrition, mindset, and nerv...

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33:21

Say No Without Guilt: How to Master Boundaries at...

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2025/12/18

In this week’s episode, Elizabeth sits down with the brilliant Lindsey Roberts, coach and founder of Gold Digger Coaching, to explore the powerful (and often uncomfortable) truth about boundaries. After spending 12 years in corporate—and hitting burnout hard—Lindsey now helps women redefine success, prevent overwhelm, and create work-life balance without guilt. This conversation is honest, grounded, and full of practical shifts you can start using today. 💬 What We Cover: Lindsay’s personal

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24:31

BONUS EPISODE: Start 2026 Running Your Own Scalable...

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2025/12/15

In this special bonus episode of The Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we're joined by the incredible Rebecca Newnham — straight from her car! We discuss entrepreneurship, flexible working, and how to begin 2026 with a scalable business plan. Rebecca shares her insights on the franchise model, building regional service-based businesses, and how women can create multiple streams of income without sacrificing flexibility or freedom. What We Cover: Why more women should consider entrepreneurship and f...

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33:29

How One Mum Built a Start-up That Cuts Your Energy...

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2025/12/11

In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we chat with Coralie Woodhead — renewable energy expert, mum of two, and co-founder of Vimma Energy. After 10 years in the solar industry, Coralie left her corporate career to launch a start-up while raising two young children. She shares the highs and lows of building a business from scratch, managing co-founders, and creating a product that helps households save on energy costs — all while juggling family life. What We Cover: Taking t...

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53:04

How One Woman Built a Flexible Home-Based Travel...

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2025/12/04

In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we chat with Hannah Fleming, founder of Ocean Bug Travel, about her journey from running a stressful homewares business to creating a thriving, flexible travel business and network marketing venture. Hannah shares her honest experience of pivoting her career, building a business around family life, and breaking through industry stereotypes. What We Cover: Hannah’s journey from law to entrepreneurship and key lessons from her first busin...

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31:02

Beyond the School Run – Why Data & AI Works for...

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2025/11/27

In this week's episode of the Work it Like a Mum Podcast, we're joined by Anna Birbeck, Director of Regions & Partnerships at IN4 Group and the driving force behind the Mums in Data (MIND) programme. Anna breaks down why data roles are flexible, secure, future-proof, and far more accessible than you might think. We explore what data jobs really involve, why mums naturally excel in them, and how the MIND programme is supporting women to restart or pivot their careers with confidence. What ...

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32:31

Mums, Money & Flexibility: How to Start a Flexible...

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2025/11/20

In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we chat with Gemma Greystone, a Talent Acquisition Manager, mum of two, and a new side hustle success story. Gemma shares how she turned a small £10 investment into a flexible income stream during maternity leave, all while balancing life with two little ones. If you’re curious about side hustles that actually work around family life, this episode is packed with practical insights and inspiration. What We Cover: How Gemma discovered her side ...

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43:47

The Truth About Balance: Why You Don’t Need to Do It...

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2025/11/13

In this week’s episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we chat with Penny Moyses, founder of Home Life and You and certified Time Hacker Coach. Penny shares her inspiring journey from working in high-pressure events to creating a movement that helps people redesign their homes, habits, and lives to truly support their wellbeing. Through Home Life and You Live, a thriving community and annual event at Excel London, Penny helps people navigate the juggle of work, family, and everything in be...

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56:25

The Truth About Flexible Working: What EVERY Parent...

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2025/11/06

In this week’s episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we sit down with Jane van Zyl, CEO of Working Families, the UK’s leading charity supporting working parents and carers. Jane and Liz dive deep into what’s really holding parents back at work, from rigid systems and outdated expectations to the rising cost of childcare. Jane shares how Working Families is changing the game through free legal advice, employer partnerships, and government influence, helping to build a fairer, more flexibl...

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37:44

Why Workplace Culture Isn't Optional – Here's How to...

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2025/10/30

In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we sit down with Paula Brockwell, founder and director of the Employee Experience Project, to unpack the real power of workplace culture. Paula explains why culture isn’t just about “Sunday night vibes” but is a system that drives employee behaviour, performance, and business success. What We Cover: What business culture really is and why it mattersWhy there’s no universal “perfect culture” and how alignment with business goals is keyThe role...

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37:34

What’s Next After Running a Business? How to Redefine...

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2025/10/23

In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we sit down with career and leadership coach Kate Rainford-Foakes, who specialises in helping women navigate career transitions, especially those moving from entrepreneurship back into employment or exploring new directions. Whether you’ve stepped away from a business, are craving more stability, or simply wondering “what’s next?”, Kate shares practical, encouraging advice for rediscovering your professional identity, reframing your story, an...

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41:25

Show Up & Shine: How to Break Free from Self-Doubt

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2025/10/16

In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, brand photographer and mindset coach Sarah Hoyle, founder of Nurture You, joins the conversation to share how confidence, mindset, and self-respect empower women to show up authentically, both online and in everyday life. From battling self-doubt to embracing authenticity, Sarah shares the story behind her ACT Framework: Acknowledge, Challenge, Transform. It’s a simple but powerful method to silence the inner critic, reframe negative thoughts...

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35:18

Courage Over Confidence: How to Speak Up and Step...

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2025/10/09

In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, I chat with the inspiring Jennifer Spurr, an ICF-accredited career and leadership coach who helps women in leadership accelerate their careers and amplify their impact. With nearly 20 years in marketing leading brands like Cadbury, Jennifer brings deep expertise and a passion for empowering women to speak up. We explore what it really means to be courageous at work and why leaning in is not the full story. Jennifer explains why courage...

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29:20

BONUS EPISODE: From Employee to Entrepreneur: Real...

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2025/10/06

We went live with Rebecca Newenham — founder of Get Ahead, franchise consultant, mentor, and passionate advocate for flexible working — to talk honestly about what it really takes to make the leap from employee to entrepreneur. Rebecca shared her journey from being a corporate retail buyer to running a thriving outsourcing agency, giving practical advice to anyone thinking about starting their own business. We discussed: Why there’s still a stigma around entrepreneurship — and how to reframe ...

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