We Will Manage

Who are you  really  working for? In this episode, Alba and Saoirse dive into the wild world of finding your ideal customer without losing your mind (or your sense of humor). We’re talking dream clients vs. nightmare clients, how to get into that magical “flow” state at work, and why surrounding yourself with like-minded people makes all the difference. What to expect: real talk about kn...

This week, we dive into the wild world of getting investors — a conversation sparked by Saoirse’s very real fundraising conversations this week , and Alba’s very real nerves pitching to actual investors for the first time. We break down what funding even means: bootstrapping vs grants vs giving away equity (aka dilutive money — yep, we had to Google it too). We talk about the mental load of fundra...

It starts with good intentions: a friend wants to hire you, a cousin needs a website, your partner offers to help with marketing. But somewhere between the first “no worries” and the tenth unpaid revision… things get complicated. In Episode 11 of  We Will Manage , we explore the real, sometimes messy, always human side of working with loved ones. We talk about: Why it  feels  easier...

This one’s for the nerds (us). We finally get into… organizational structures . Wait, come back! It’s actually super interesting — promise. Saoirse breaks down what vertical, horizontal, matrix, and Spotify-style structures even are, while Alba tries to figure out where her future branding empire fits in. We talk through our own workplaces, compare notes on Netflix’s vacation chaos, and play a lit...

Sooo… do you  actually  need to build a team? And if so — how do you do it without turning into a bossy nightmare, micromanaging yourself into burnout, or hiring someone who gives off terrible vibes? In this episode of  We Will Manage , Alba and Saoirse dive into the messy middle of team building. We talk about when to delegate, how to work with freelancers or collaborators, and the...

It’s our first mini bonus episode! We have decided to start a new series with different, more spontaneous topics, this is We Will Manage Mondays! Welcome to We Will Manage: Pitching, where Saoirse helps Alba (lovingly) through the best way to sell her project. We’re talking: – Why pitching yourself feels so cringey – The difference between what you do and how you talk about it – How to frame your...

Today’s a special one: our first recorded chat since launching We Will Manage into the wild! We’re celebrating with Baileys, behind-the-scenes updates, and a full deep dive into something that causes way more chaos at work than it should — communication. From voice notes and vague emails to last-minute client chaos, we unpack: – The T.I.P. method for clear communication – Real miscommunication sto...

This one’s for anyone who's ever felt undervalued, overworked, or straight-up screwed over in business. In Episode 6 of  We Will Manage , we talk about the hard stuff: broken trust, blurred boundaries, stolen ideas, and those moments where you realise... you  should  have sent that contract. We share listener stories, freelance horror moments, and tips for protecting yourself in the...

This week we invited Marina onto the podcast — our very first guest (!!) — to talk about her experience as a woman working in engineering and research. She’s a biomedical engineer and PhD student diving deep into Parkinson’s research and somehow also managing to do outreach videos for kindergarteners and pitch competitions. Honestly, goals. We talked about representation in technical fields, why c...

We’re back with a re-record of an episode that got us thinking hard about how we work — and why. This week, we’re diving into workplace dynamics, from timetables to trust, and debating the structure (or lack of it) that shapes our daily grind. Alba brings her experience as a founder running a flexible, remote-first team, while Saoirse defends the rhythm and reliability of her structured 8-to-5 set...

Let’s talk interviews—whether you're the one being grilled, doing the grilling, or interviewing yourself before taking on a new client. In Episode 4 of  We Will Manage , we’re diving into the weird, wonderful, and downright awkward world of interviews. We play  interview ping-pong  (as our 16-year-old selves vs. now), unpack red flag vs. green flag moments, and share wild listener s...

This one's personal — we're unpacking what it really means to lead, manage, and do both at the same time. Saoirse opens up about what it’s like to step into leadership while founding a company, and Alba reflects on managing her first-ever employee (spoiler: she’s amazing, but it’s still a lot). We dive into the difference between leading people and managing projects, why micromanaging often comes...

Why does showing up online feel so scary? In Episode 2 of  We Will Manage , we explore the very real fear of being seen online—whether it's posting on Instagram, launching a website, or hitting record on a podcast. We break down why so many of us stay silent (hello 90-9-1 rule 👀), how social media pressure fuels perfectionism, and why the new era of unfiltered, casual content might just be y...

Networking .  The word alone is enough to make you sweat, right?  In this episode of  We Will Manage , we're breaking down the weird world of networking—from awkward wine spills to surprisingly wholesome connections that changed the way we think about meeting people. Here’s what we’re diving into: - How one conversation changed our view of networking forever - Awkward stories we’ll&...

Welcome to the very first episode of  We Will Manage !  We’re Alba and Saoirse—two childhood friends turned professionals figuring out our careers one conversation at a time. In this intro episode, we take you all the way back: - How we met (spoiler: it wasn’t love at first sight) - Growing up together in a tiny village in Spain - Our VERY different career paths - Why we decided to start...

Ever felt like you’re just figuring it all out as you go when it comes to work? Same here. We Will Manage  is a podcast hosted by two friends-turned-professionals trying to navigate the unpredictable, often hilarious, sometimes soul-searching world of work. Meet your hosts:  Alba Harden , a branding specialist and business owner with a few too many projects on the go, and  Saoirse M...