Wisdom For Working Mums

Join me as I dive into the ever-evolving landscape of the future of work. This shift could have a profound impact on women, especially working mothers. Many of us are on the edge of our seats, watching this transformation unfold and hoping it's in the right direction. In this episode, my guest isn't just an observer; she's a trailblazer shaping the future for women in the workplace. My guest is El...

What's your relationship like with technology? If you find that technology is taking up too much time and space in your and your family's life, then this episode is for you. In this episode, I'm joined by Stephanie Henson, the founder of the digital wellbeing company techtimeout. With a deep understanding of technology and its impact, Stephanie is dedicated to combating digital burnout and promoti...

As working mothers, we often wear more hats than a magician at a hat shop. We're the CEOs of our households, the heartbeats of our families, the powerhouses in our careers, and the glue that holds it all together. It's like starring in an epic, never-ending circus act! In the midst of these incredible roles, it's remarkably easy to lose sight of one very important character—YOU.  It's easy to forg...

As working mums, we know how challenging it can be when our little ones are off sick. This episode is all about arming ourselves with some valuable insights and strategies to help protect our children's immune systems. My guest is the woman I trust to support my own children's health - Lottie Strutt. Lottie is a Functional Medicine trained Nutritional Therapist and Physiotherapist specialising in...

Have you ever wished you could confidently ask for what you're truly worth? Maybe that pay rise? Maybe that promotion? Maybe for your partner to take a more equitable part in the domestic load? In my latest podcast episode, we're diving deep into the art of negotiation and how it can make a world of difference in your life as a working mum. And I've got the fabulous Wies Bratby - Founder of Women...

Have you ever wondered why some people thrive in the bustling energy of social gatherings, while others find their greatest strength in moments of solitude and reflection? In this episode I'm diving into the world of introversion and extroversion and explore the extraordinary power of introversion with my guest Carol Stewart. If you want to rock your introverted leadership style or help your intro...

In this episode, I'm diving into a common question that working mothers face: "How do you manage it all?" The juggling act of balancing work, family, and your personal life. It's a tricky question to explore because it can be a loaded question. It's not a question that men get asked. It's certainly not a question that working fathers get asked. Probably because traditionally, the answer for most m...

Ever felt the sense that gender inequality in the workplace is somehow our fault as women? We often hear: We're not confident enough. We let imposter syndrome hold us back. We're not ambitious enough. We lack leadership skills. It's as if we just need to do more female leadership development and that will help solve the problem! Well, today's guest is here to change that narrative. My guest is Joy...

Trust is the cornerstone of any successful relationship, whether it's with our colleagues, partners, children, or even ourselves.  Have you ever wondered what it takes to be seen as trustworthy? And what are the key components that contribute to trustworthiness?  In this episode, I explore the anatomy of trust. Sharing the four components that crack the code on what trust is and how we build trust...

Let me take you behind the scenes! In my latest podcast episode, l share my journey from solo entrepreneur to building a dream team and how it has transformed my life and business with the help of my incredible business manager Lauren Fenn-Ellis. In this revealing conversation episode Lauren and I discuss how I've stepped up to be the CEO in both my business and life. Here are 3 key takeaways from...

The future of leadership lies in our ability to embrace the non-linear nature of the world.  What the military call VUCA - Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous.  This non-linear world creates opportunities but enormous challenges too. In this episode with my guest Jean Gomes, the New York Times bestselling author and trusted advisor to CEOs and leaders, we dive into how to lead in a non-line...

Does life feel busy? For most people, the answer to this question will be YES! But how do you know if you have an addiction to busyness or if you're simply living a full life? Just because you have many things going on doesn't necessarily mean it's an addiction to busyness. Tune in to my latest podcast episode to learn more about the signs of being addicted to busyness and what to do about it if y...

Here at Wisdom For Working Mums you obviously hear me talk a lot about mothers. But a huge part of our experience is influenced by gender and societal roles.  The research shows that if we can achieve more equal parenting then the gender pay gap and the motherhood penalty reduce significantly. To celebrate Father's Day I wanted to give a voice to fatherhood.  And how those gender roles influence a...

What's the right level of tolerance to have to live a good life? That's the question I'm reflecting on in my own life at the moment - come join me in this episode as we explore this concept. Tolerant people tend to be accepting and open-minded. They tend to be more relaxed as they can accept diverse situations, people and thinking. But if we're too tolerant, we can tolerate situations, people and...

Are you an accidental manager?   Whether you formally hold the title of a people manager, we're all managing relationships with other people in our lives.   But how much training have you been given to do this effectively?  And how much of that training is relevant for our modern and ever-changing lives? In this episode I'm exploring The Missing Superpower that Changes Everything and Will Transfor...

What's your relationship with anger? If you struggle to have a healthy relationship with anger, this episode is for you. In this episode, I share: * My personal struggle with anger * Why women are more likely to have an unhealthy relationship with anger * The shocking impact on our bodies when we repress our anger * The five powerful gifts of anger and the positive impact it can have on our lives...

One of the outcomes of the pandemic is that more of us are working remotely. So many of my clients tell me that the opportunity to work remotely has gifted them much-needed flexibility as working mothers. They're saving time on less commuting, have reduced travel costs, and most have more work-life balance.  However, hybrid and remote working can impact career progression - particularly for women,...

We know as working mums that to have it all, we can't do it all. So delegation is a key strategy that can support us. But my experience supporting women as a coach is that so many of us struggle with delegation.  And it's not just my experience, the research shows this too. So in this episode, I'm going to be sharing why women struggle with delegation and what we can do about it.  I'll be diving i...

Lack of flexibility at work pushes too many women out of the workforce. So many women end up leaving their jobs and even their careers because they can't find a way to combine their work and motherhood in a sustainable way. And while flexible working might seem like the solution to the working mum juggle, asking for and getting your flexible working request approved is a whole different story. In...

In this Mother's Day special episode, I'm exploring Mother in the Mother - reflections on maternal lineage.   When a woman becomes a mother, it's often a time when she reflects on her relationship with her mother. I'm joined by the author of Mother in The Mother - Pippa Grace - to explore this often unconscious dynamic that influences our mothering journey.  Looking at the intergenerational relati...

Wondering how you can continue to progress in your career without sacrificing your wellbeing or personal life? In this episode, I share a powerful mindset shift that's needed to break the cycle of overworking to progress in your career and have more impact. You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/103 or via itunes , stitcher or spotify . Or you can find it on most ot...

The Authority Gap - Why Women Are Still Taken Less Seriously Than Men and What We Can Do About It? Ever felt like your competence is challenged and your views ignored as a woman in the workplace? You're not alone - most women have a tale to tell about being underestimated, talked over, ignored, patronised and generally not taken as seriously as their male counterparts. This is known as the authori...

Do you feel stuck? Maybe you're asking yourself: What do I want? Is this enough? Why do I keep wanting more? These big questions are some of the toughest to navigate. They are linked to our purpose. Purpose has such an important influence on our wellbeing. But how much time do we actually get in our lives to reflect on our life and work and whether we're making the contribution we want to, to the...

This episode is dedicated to you. As we hit the podcast's 100 episodes milestone, we decided to invite a special guest to join us - you the listeners. Join me in hearing from six of my podcast listeners as we explore the impact it has had on their lives. You'll hear: * powerful personal stories from other working mothers * connection to other listeners of this podcast show * a reminder to not unde...

As we close the door on another year join me as I reflect on my life lessons from 2022. In this episode, I'm going to reflect on what my lessons have been and I hope they help you to reflect on what your lessons have been too. So we can carry what we need to into the new year and leave behind what we need to as well. So let's go mining for that gold before saying goodbye to 2022. You can listen to...