How to Negotiate in the Boardroom and Around the Kitchen Table to Thrive as a Working Mum
Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast Show
Release Date: 10/04/2023
The Power of Your Kitchen Table: The Art of Curating Your Inner Circle
Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast Show
Join me as we explore the power of curating your ‘kitchen table’— uncover the power of meaningful relationships and why curating our closest connections is essential for resilience, wellbeing and growth. In this episode I dive into building an inner circle that truly supports you. You can listen to the episode or via or . Or you can find it on most other podcast platforms and apps. Could you do me a huge favour and share this episode with two or three working mums that pop into your head as you listen? My mission is to support as many working mums on their journey as possible, and so...
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Redefining Leadership: Insights on Work, Life, and Motherhood
Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast Show
Join me in this conversation with Helen Spencer where shares her unique career journey from People Director to Managing Partner at WR Partners—an unusual move that places her among only a small group of women leading top UK accountancy firms. Helen’s story is not just about professional growth but also about her dedication to leading with compassion, valuing people, and balancing career ambitions with family life. As a mother of two daughters, she opens up about the choices she made to support her children, especially during challenging times, while pursuing a career that demanded...
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Marketing, Motherhood, and Making It Work: Redefining Success as a Working Parent
Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast Show
In this episode, I welcome Rachel Exton, a seasoned commercial leader and mum of two. Rachel shares her journey from marketing for powerhouse brands like Dyson and Unilever to her current role as Vice President of Global Marketing for Pearson's English Language Learning division. Together we discuss balancing a demanding career with family life, highlighting the importance of a strong support network. Rachel shares her career path and shifts towards purpose-driven work, including how a career "step back" unexpectedly propelled her forward. Rachel offers practical strategies for tackling...
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Pilates For Your Mind: Strengthening Your Psychological Core for Life’s Heavy Lifts
Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast Show
Just like you can’t lift a heavy weight properly without core strength—you end up injuring yourself or falling out of alignment—the same is true for the mind. 💡 As an executive coach, I’ve realised my work is a lot like Pilates for the mind. I help people build their mental and emotional core strength, so they can handle the weight of life’s challenges with resilience, integrity and alignment. Want to know how to strengthen your mind’s core? Tune in to the latest episode of Wisdom for Working Mums and let’s dive into the mental workout you didn’t know you needed! You can...
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Navigating Parenting in the Digital Age: Insights on Healthy Gaming
Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast Show
Join me and my guest Harvard-trained psychiatrist and former monk Dr. Alok Kanaje, known to millions as Dr. K, as we explore navigating parenting in the digital age. Dr K helps parents and young people navigate the complex world of gaming and technology. In this episode, we delve into the challenges of managing screen time, the impact of gaming on mental health, and practical strategies for fostering a healthy relationship with technology. Dr. K shares his unique insights from both his clinical expertise and personal experiences, offering valuable advice on empowering your children and...
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The Power of Job Sharing: Transforming the World of Work
Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast Show
Are you a working parent wondering how to keep progressing in your career without sacrificing your family time? What if there was a way to engage fully in your career while also enjoying a rich personal life? My latest podcast guests, Chloe Fletcher and Laura Walker, are here to help us understand how we can. They're former finance directors but are now founders and joint CEOs of the Job Share Revolution. And they are helping to transform the world of work through the power of job sharing. The Job Share Revolution have a compelling solution that could change the way you think about work...
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Harnessing Nervous System Health for Success and Wellbeing
Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast Show
Discover the secrets to achieving a calm and regulated nervous system in this conversation with Nicole Rose. My guest, Nicole Rose, shares how understanding and regulating our nervous systems can lead to profound changes in how we think, feel, and act. Tune in to learn how to break free from patterns of overthinking, people-pleasing, and perfectionism and start living a more empowered and fulfilling life. You can listen to the episode or via or . Or you can find it on most other podcast platforms and apps. Could you do me a huge favour and share this episode with two or three working mums...
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10 Lessons from 10 Years of Summers
Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast Show
In this episode, I tackle a common question from working mums: "How do I navigate the school holidays with work?" Reflecting on ten years of juggling work and school summer holidays, I share my top ten lessons from this experience. Filled with challenges, laughter, tears, and valuable life lessons, this episode is a heartfelt guide for parents aiming to balance work and family life effectively. Tune in to discover how our children can be our greatest teachers if we're humble enough to embrace their lessons. You can listen to the episode or via i or . Or you can find it on most other podcast...
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The Future of Wisdom For Working Mums: Unveiling the Evolution
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Discover the exciting evolution of Wisdom For Working Mums in this special episode! I'll be pulling back the curtain to reveal what's been happening behind the scenes that I can finally share with you. Join me as I unveil the big changes and how we’re transforming to better support you on your journey. You can listen to the episode or via or . Or you can find it on most other podcast platforms and apps. Could you do me a huge favour and share this episode with two or three working mums that pop into your head as you listen? My mission is to support as many working mums on their journey as...
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Are you a Harmoniser or a Compartmentaliser? Insights to Unlock Your Ideal Work-Life Strategy
Wisdom For Working Mums Podcast Show
Are you finding it hard to reconcile your work and home life? In this episode, I reveal whether you're a Harmoniser or a Compartmentaliser and how this impacts your life as a working mother. Discover how to leverage your personality for a better work-life balance. You can listen to the episode or via or . Or you can find it on most other podcast platforms and apps. Could you do me a huge favour and share this episode with two or three working mums that pop into your head as you listen? My mission is to support as many working mums on their journey as possible, and so I’d be so grateful if...
info_outlineHave 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 In Negotiation - as my guest.
You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/119 or via itunes or spotify. Or you can find it on most other podcast platforms and apps.
Could you do me a huge favour and share this episode with two or three working mums that pop into your head as you listen? My mission is to support as many working mums on their journey as possible, and so I’d be so grateful if you supported them by offering this free podcast. I hope it’s been helpful to you, and if so, I hope you pass that on.
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