Wisdom For Working Mums

Today, we want to delve into a topic that resonates deeply with many of us - anxiety. Specifically, we will be focusing on high functioning anxiety and how it affects high achievers, overachievers, and those who strive for excellence in their personal and professional lives. I had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Jodi Richardson, a renowned expert in well-being science and the author of "Anxious Kids" and "Anxious Mums." Dr. Richardson shares her insights, experiences, and strategies for managing anxiety in a way that empowers us all. During the conversation, Dr. Richardson sheds light on the science behind anxiety and how it manifests in different individuals. We will explore the physical and psychological symptoms that accompany anxiety, as well as the impact of anxiety on our well-being and energy levels. As working mothers, we often find ourselves juggling numerous responsibilities, both at home and in the workplace. The pressures and demands can sometimes lead to feelings of overwhelm and stress. By und

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 Elizabeth Willetts, the founder of Investing in Women, a female-empowering job board and community that connects family-friendly and forward-thinking employers with professionals seeking fulfilling, flexible, and part-time work. You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/123 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

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 promoting digital well-being. Stephanie's passion lies in creating a positive and balanced relationship between individuals, organisations and technology to create thriving work environments. Stephanie is here to shed light on the impact of technology on us as working mums and share valuable insights on how to maintain a healthier relationship with our digital companions. So, if you’re ready to tame the digital beasts in your life - come join us for this judgement-free conversation. You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/122 or via itunes or spotify. Or you can find it on most other pod

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 forget your dreams, your aspirations, and your unique identity. It's easy to become disconnected from the person who's been with you through it all. Yet, my friends, this is where the magic happens.  Join me in this episode, where we delve deep into the art of reclaiming your identity amidst the beautiful chaos of life. In this soul-nourishing episode, I share:

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 children's health, and she's here to share her wisdom on this important topic. We hope that the information in this episode will empower you and your family to stay healthy throughout the winter cold and flu season. You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/120 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 t

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 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. Please consider rating and reviewing my show. Your review can help other people f

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 introverted teammates shine, you can't miss this episode. Carol is like the Yoda of introverted leadership. Together, we explore the power introverted women bring as leaders. In this episode, we challenge the status quo, debunk myths, and uncover the hidden treasures of introverted leadership. You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/118 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 mum

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 men on how they ‘manage it all’ would be because they had a wife at home doing everything. Their wife would be holding the emotional and mental load of the family and home for them. But I think it’s an important question for us to ask our fellow working mums because with more mothers working than ever - how we balance our work and home responsibilities is a sticking point for so many of us. Asking the question makes the invisible visible. Seeing how we each navigate the invisible load - either normalising that it’s not easy or learning from each other. I’m approaching this question from the perspective that

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 Burnford, the author of the thought-provoking book, "Don't Fix Women."  Joy challenges the prevailing narrative surrounding gender equality, urging us to shift our focus from changing women to transforming the systems that hold us back.  Join us as we delve into the concepts and practical strategies presented in her book, and explore how we can create a more inclusive and empowering world for all. You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/116 or via itunes, stitcher or spotify. Or you can find it on most other podcast platforms and apps. Could you do me a huge favour and share this episo

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 trustworthiness. These components play a significant role in how others perceive us, rely on us, and ultimately trust us. So,  get ready to uncover the secrets of trust and learn how to enhance your trustworthiness in the workplace and at home. This episode will inspire, challenge you, and ultimately empower you to create meaningful and trusting connections.  You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/115 or via itunes, stitcher 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 i

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 our conversation: 1️⃣ How to build a dream team.  Exploring culture, values, clear communication and project management systems. We discuss the importance of setting expectations and how it helps streamline processes. 2️⃣ You don't need to have a podcast or a business to benefit from hiring support. We explore how the mental load of tasks and responsibilities affects everyone, and how hiring support professionally or personally can help you to step up to be the CEO of your life. 3️⃣ Automation and delegation are game-changers. We talk about how eliminating tasks without a return on value and questioning our involve

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-linear world. If you love to geek out on the latest leadership and psychology insights like me, then you'll *love* this episode.  It's no understatement to say it's a game-changer - the insights Jean shares you probably will never have heard before. You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/113 or via itunes, stitcher 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

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 you are. In this episode, I share: * The difference between busyness addiction and living a full and healthy life * The seven signs of busyness addiction * Four simple strategies to unhook yourself from being sucked into a busyness addiction Here's to living full and meaningful lives - not just finding ourselves on the hamster wheel! You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/112 or via itunes, stitcher 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

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 dad’s experience. And my guest today has powerful insights to share. Michael Ray is an international motivational speaker who addresses the gender and societal roles that are no longer applicable and the negative impact on organisational, business and personal outcomes. He speaks straight from the heart and his ability to connect, resonate and inspire people is obvious.  You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/111 or via itunes, stitcher 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 workin

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 behaviours that cross our boundaries. When is it right to be tolerant and when are you being too tolerant? Because being tolerant without discernment can lead to pitfalls. In this episode I share three key questions to help guide you as you navigate this in your own life. You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/110 or via itunes, stitcher 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 t

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 Transform Your Impact as a Manager and Leader with my guest Laura Ashley-Timms. Laura is one of the UK’s top Executive Coaches, co-founder and COO of Notion, a performance improvement consultancy.  She's here to share a superpower that has the potential to change everything.  These insights come from the book that she's recently co-authored: Here are just a few reasons you might want to listen to what Laura has got to say: * You want to supercharge your career * You want to improve your relationships at work and home * You want to stop firefighting, reduce stress and improve your wellbeing I can't wait for you to listen to L

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 Join me in this episode as I explore how we can use our anger wisely and healthily to empower ourselves and others. You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/108 or via itunes, stitcher 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 pas

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, due to proximity bias. The so-called proximity bias is an unconscious tendency to give preferential treatment to those in our immediate vicinity.   But the problem is that proximity bias is likely to affect women disproportionately. Going on maternity leave Taking a career breath Working remotely All increase the likelihood of us being penalised due to proximity bias. So what can we do to overcome the risk of proximity bias impacting us? Well, my latest guest is here to help. Lauren Currie OBE is the Founder of UPFRONT, an organisation on a mission to change confidence, visibility, and power for 1 million women and

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 into the benefits of delegation, the common challenges with it and then practical strategies to help support you to do it more effectively. You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/106‎ or via itunes, stitcher 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 y

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 my latest podcast episode, I'm joined by Olivia Bath from The Women's Vault. We explore the external and internal barriers to asking for flexible working and making it work in your life. You can listen to the episode here: https://wisdomforworkingmums.co.uk/105 or via itunes, stitcher 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 th