Work It Like A Mum

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 their homework, this is the show for you.Work It Like A Mum is a new podcast giving you a weekly dose of inspiration, confidence, and step-by-step tips (plus lots of comradery) to help you flourish in your career after kids. Hosted by the Founder of Investing in Women, Elizabeth Willetts, we chat with remarkable women redefining our working world. They'll share their secrets on how they've achieved extraordinary things after children, set boundaries and balance, challenges they've faced (and

Work It Like A Mum is a business podcast hosted by Elizabeth Willetts, with 218 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Elizabeth Willetts hosts Work It Like A Mum, a business show with 218 episodes published.

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  Episode #210

  From West End To Business Owner: Building a Business That Fits Your Life

  Oct 1, 202637 minS1

  This week on the Work It Like a Mum podcast, Elizabeth chats with Lucy Holloway, Founder of Dance Shack, about her journey from West End performer to entrepreneur — and how a dance school that started with just seven children grew to around 850 pupils. Now, after 20 years of building Dance Shack, Lucy is taking the business in a new direction: franchising. What we cover: Leaving behind a successful performing career Starting Dance Shack with just seven pupils How motherhood changed Lucy’s career priorities Growing from one small school to around 850 students Why Dance Shack is now expanding through franchises Whether you actually need a dance background to run one The support, training and business know-how franchisees receive Why Lucy believes entrepreneurship gives her something a traditional job couldn't: freedom Key takeaways: Careers can evolve. You don’t have to stick with the career you once thought you'd have forever. You don’t have to start from scratch. A franchise can offer the freedom of building something of your own with an established business behind you. Your experience could become your next opportunity. Dance Shack is looking beyond professional performers, with support available around teachers, marketing, classes and growing the business. Why listen: If you've ever thought “I'd love something of my own, but where would I even start?”, this one's for you. It’s an honest conversation about career change, motherhood, entrepreneurship and turning something you love into a business that fits your life. And who knows? Your next career move might not be another job at all. Show Links: Connect with Elizabeth Willetts on LinkedIn here Explore the Dance Shack franchise opportunity on Investing in Women Visit the Dance Shack website here Support the show Sign up for our newsletter and never miss an episode! Follow us on Instagram . Join over 1 million customers and counting who are saving money on their household bills with Utility Warehouse. Discover how much you can save here . And here's your invite to our supportive and empowering Facebook Group, Work It Like a Mum - a supportive and safe networking community for professional working mothers. Our community is full of like-minded female professionals willing to offer support, advice or a friendly ear. See you there!

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  Work It Like A Mum

  10 Years Out Of Work. Could You Really Go Back?

  Sep 24, 202634 min

  In this week's episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we sit down with Elly Sainsbury to talk honestly about returning to work after an almost 10-year career break raising her four children. Now working as a Project Manager at Complete Projects , Elly shares the very real journey that took her from stay-at-home parent, through volunteering and a flexible role in a local school, to rebuilding her confidence and stepping back into the corporate world. It wasn’t one huge leap. It was a series of smaller steps that helped Elly rediscover her skills, work out what she needed from her career and ultimately find a role offering the challenge, pay and genuine flexibility that worked for her family. What we cover: Elly's career before children and why she chose to take an extended career break The skills she developed through parenting and volunteering – and why they mattered when she returned Rebuilding confidence after years outside the corporate world Why a flexible school role became her first step back into paid work The reality of childcare costs and why salary matters when considering a return Recognising transferable skills and avoiding underselling yourself Applying for roles even when you don't tick every box Finding an employer offering genuine flexibility and predominantly remote working How returning to work helped Elly rediscover an identity beyond being a mum Why career success can look very different after having children. Key takeaways: You haven't lost your skills during a career break. The confidence to recognise them might take time to return, but your previous experience – alongside everything you've learned outside work – still has value. Your return doesn't have to happen in one giant leap. A smaller or more flexible role can be the stepping stone that helps you rebuild confidence and discover what you want next. Flexibility, salary, and childcare all matter. The right return-to-work opportunity needs to work financially and practically for your life – not simply get you back into a job. Why listen: If you've been out of the workplace for five, eight, or even ten years and you're wondering “Will anyone want me now?” , this episode is for you. Elly's story is an honest reminder that you may be capable of far more than you currently give yourself credit for – and that a career break doesn't mean your career is over. Your route back might look different from the one you imagined, but the right opportunity could help you rediscover your confidence, your skills, and a whole new version of career success. Show Notes: Connect with Elizabeth Willetts on LinkedIn here Connect with Elly on LinkedIn here Visit Complete Projects website here Support the show Sign up for our newsletter and never miss an episode! Follow us on Instagram . Join over 1 million customers and counting who are saving money on their household bills with Utility Warehouse. Discover how much you can save here . And here's your invite to our supportive and empowering Facebook Group, Work It Like a Mum - a supportive and safe networking community for professional working mothers. Our community is full of like-minded female professionals willing to offer support, advice or a friendly ear. See you there!

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  Work It Like A Mum

  From Screen Time to Growth Time: Raising Future-Ready Kids

  Sep 17, 202646 min

  In this week's episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we sit down with Dan Nachmias, founder of Elysian Minds , to explore how we can better prepare children for a rapidly changing world. Created for children aged 7–12, Elysian Minds combines core academics with life skills, including financial literacy, emotional intelligence, resilience, leadership, confidence, and understanding of AI – all delivered through an engaging, gamified platform. Drawing on his experience as an entrepreneur and a parent, Dan shares why he created Elysian Minds, the skills he believes children need for the future and why productive screen time could help parents support their children's development beyond the traditional classroom. What we cover: Dan's journey from entrepreneur to founder of Elysian Minds Why he believes traditional education doesn't always prepare children for the world they're growing into Turning screen time into productive learning and growth Why skills like resilience, confidence, leadership and financial literacy matter from an early age Helping children develop problem-solving and independent thinking The importance of teaching children how to learn and build self-discipline How Elysian Minds combines Maths, English and Science with practical life skills Preparing children for a future shaped by AI, technology and entrepreneurship How parents can use the platform alongside school and tailor learning to their child. Key takeaways: Preparing children for the future is about more than academic results – confidence, resilience, problem-solving and emotional intelligence matter too. Screen time doesn't always have to be passive. Used intentionally, technology can become an opportunity for children to learn, develop and grow. The world our children will work in could look very different from today, making adaptable thinking and lifelong learning increasingly valuable. Why listen: Whether you're thinking about your child's education, screen time or how to prepare them for a rapidly changing world, this episode explores the skills children need to thrive – at school, in their future careers and beyond. Show Links: Connect with Elizabeth Willetts on LinkedIn here Connect with Elizabeth Willetts on LinkedIn here Connect with Dan on LinkedIn here Visit the Elysian Minds website here Try Elysian Minds FREE for 7 days here Boost your career with Investing in Women's Career Coaching! Get expert CV, interview, and LinkedIn guidance tailored for all career stages. Navigate transitions, discover strengths, and reach goals with our personalised approach. Book now for your dream job! Use 'workitlikeamum' for a 10% discount. Support the show Sign up for our newsletter and never miss an episode! Follow us on Instagram . Join over 1 million customers and counting who are saving money on their household bills with Utility Warehouse. Discover how much you can save here . And here's your invite to our supportive and empowering Facebook Group, Work It Like a Mum - a supportive and safe networking community for professional working mothers. Our community is full of like-minded female professionals willing to offer support, advice or a friendly ear. See you there!

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  Episode #207

  Promotion & Pay: How to Get Paid What You Deserve (Without Feeling Awkward)

  Sep 10, 202645 minS1

  In this week’s Work It Like a Mum podcast, we’re sharing the sixth and final session from our Momentum Career Summer Series , designed to help women confidently advocate for themselves, recognise their value and ask for more at work. Hosted by Laurie Macpherson , this practical and empowering session explores how to talk about your achievements with confidence, position yourself for new opportunities and navigate promotion and pay conversations — without underselling yourself or feeling awkward. From building a strong case for a pay rise to knowing what to do when the answer is ‘not yet’, Laurie shares practical strategies to help you take greater ownership of your career and make sure your contribution is seen. What we cover: Why asking for more can feel so uncomfortable. How to talk about your achievements without feeling like you’re bragging. Building a bank of evidence that proves your impact. Asking for promotions, opportunities and greater responsibility. Preparing for a pay rise conversation. Negotiating confidently — and learning to love the silence. What to do when the answer is ‘not yet’. How to stop underselling yourself in your job search. Key takeaways: Your achievements are facts — own them. Don’t wait for confidence. Prepare and ask. Keep a record of your wins, impact and results. Know your number before a pay conversation. Make your case — then stop talking . Turn ‘not yet’ into clear actions and a timeline. Ask for opportunities instead of waiting to be noticed. Your career is yours to steer. Why listen: If you know you’re capable of more but find yourself staying quiet, downplaying your achievements or avoiding conversations about promotion and pay, this episode will help you build your case, ask with greater confidence and start advocating for what you deserve. Show links: Connect with Elizabeth Willetts on LinkedIn here Connect with Laurie on LinkedIn here Visit Laurie’s website here Boost your career with Investing in Women's Career Coaching! Get expert CV, interview, and LinkedIn guidance tailored for all career stages. Navigate transitions, discover strengths, and reach goals with our personalised approach. Book now for your dream job! Use 'workitlikeamum' for a 10% discount. Support the show Sign up for our newsletter and never miss an episode! Follow us on Instagram . Join over 1 million customers and counting who are saving money on their household bills with Utility Warehouse. Discover how much you can save here . And here's your invite to our supportive and empowering Facebook Group, Work It Like a Mum - a supportive and safe networking community for professional working mothers. Our community is full of like-minded female professionals willing to offer support, advice or a friendly ear. See you there!

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  Episode #206

  Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Step Into Your Power (Even When You Don’t Feel Ready)

  Sep 3, 202649 minS1

  In this week’s Work It Like a Mum podcast, we’re sharing the fifth session from our Momentum Career Summer Series , designed to help women overcome self-doubt, build confidence and stop letting imposter syndrome hold them back. Hosted by Gifty Enright , this honest and empowering panel discussion brings together a group of women to explore how imposter syndrome can show up at every stage of your career – even when you’re experienced, successful and more than capable. Together, they share their own experiences of questioning whether they belong, the internal and external factors that can fuel self-doubt, and practical strategies for pushing through fear and backing yourself anyway. What we cover: Why imposter syndrome can affect you regardless of how successful or experienced you are. How imposter syndrome shows up – from second-guessing yourself and staying quiet to procrastinating and avoiding opportunities. Why self-doubt isn’t always just internal and how workplace culture, bias and other people’s behaviour can affect confidence. How imposter syndrome can stop you from applying for roles and promotions you’re more than capable of doing. Practical strategies for challenging self-doubt, including starting before you feel ready, preparing without over-preparing and reminding yourself of previous successes. Confidence is something you can build through action rather than something you need to have before you begin. How to recognise your strengths, transferable skills and achievements – and give yourself permission to put yourself forward. Key takeaways: You don’t need to feel 100% ready before applying for the job, promotion or opportunity. Confidence is a muscle – the more you challenge yourself and take action, the stronger it becomes. Stop waiting for perfection. Sometimes getting started and allowing yourself to learn along the way is exactly what you need. Surround yourself with people who can remind you of your strengths when self-doubt starts creeping in. If you’re doubting yourself, ask why . Understanding where that doubt is coming from can help you challenge it and move forward. You have to put yourself in the running. If you don’t apply, ask or put yourself forward, you’ve already made the decision for them. Why listen: If you’ve ever doubted whether you’re qualified enough, questioned your success or waited to feel more confident before taking your next step, this episode will help you challenge imposter syndrome and start backing yourself. Show links: Connect with Elizabeth Willetts on LinkedIn here Connect with Gifty on LinkedIn here Visit Gifty’s website here Boost your career with Investing in Women's Career Coaching! Get expert CV, interview, and LinkedIn guidance tailored for all career stages. Navigate transitions, discover strengths, and reach goals with our personalised approach. Book now for your dream job! Use 'workitlikeamum' for a 10% discount. Support the show Sign up for our newsletter and never miss an episode! Follow us on Instagram . Join over 1 million customers and counting who are saving money on their household bills with Utility Warehouse. Discover how much you can save here . And here's your invite to our supportive and empowering Facebook Group, Work It Like a Mum - a supportive and safe networking community for professional working mothers. Our community is full of like-minded female professionals willing to offer support, advice or a friendly ear. See you there!

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