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Work It Like A Mum

Elizabeth Willetts

173 episodes

9 hours ago

In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we sit down with Paula Brockwell, founder and director of the Employee Experience Project, to unpack the real power of workplace culture. Paula explains why culture isn’t just about “Sunday night vibes” but is a system that drives employee behaviour, performance, and business success. What We Cover: What business culture really is and why it mattersWhy there’s no universal “perfect culture” and how alignment with business goals is keyThe role...

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In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we sit down with Paula Brockwell, founder and director of the Employee Experience Project, to unpack the real power of workplace culture. Paula explains why culture isn’t just about “Sunday night vibes” but is a system that drives employee behaviour, performance, and business success. What We Cover: What business culture really is and why it mattersWhy there’s no universal “perfect culture” and how alignment with business goals is keyThe role...

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Work It Like A Mum

Why Workplace Culture Isn't Optional – Here's How to Get It Right

In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we sit down with Paula Brockwell, founder and director of the Employee Experience Project, to unpack the real power of workplace culture. Paula explains why culture isn’t just about “Sunday night vibes” but is a system that drives employee behaviour, performance, and business success. What We Cover: What business culture really is and why it mattersWhy there’s no universal “perfect culture” and how alignment with business goals is keyThe role...

3 days ago

37 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

What’s Next After Running a Business? How to Redefine Your Career Path

In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we sit down with career and leadership coach Kate Rainford-Foakes, who specialises in helping women navigate career transitions, especially those moving from entrepreneurship back into employment or exploring new directions. Whether you’ve stepped away from a business, are craving more stability, or simply wondering “what’s next?”, Kate shares practical, encouraging advice for rediscovering your professional identity, reframing your story, an...

1 week ago

37 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

Show Up & Shine: How to Break Free from Self-Doubt

In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, brand photographer and mindset coach Sarah Hoyle, founder of Nurture You, joins the conversation to share how confidence, mindset, and self-respect empower women to show up authentically, both online and in everyday life. From battling self-doubt to embracing authenticity, Sarah shares the story behind her ACT Framework: Acknowledge, Challenge, Transform. It’s a simple but powerful method to silence the inner critic, reframe negative thoughts...

2 weeks ago

41 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

Courage Over Confidence: How to Speak Up and Step Into the Career You Want

In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, I chat with the inspiring Jennifer Spurr, an ICF-accredited career and leadership coach who helps women in leadership accelerate their careers and amplify their impact. With nearly 20 years in marketing leading brands like Cadbury, Jennifer brings deep expertise and a passion for empowering women to speak up. We explore what it really means to be courageous at work and why leaning in is not the full story. Jennifer explains why courage...

3 weeks ago

35 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

BONUS EPISODE: From Employee to Entrepreneur: Real Talk on Making the Leap

We went live with Rebecca Newenham — founder of Get Ahead, franchise consultant, mentor, and passionate advocate for flexible working — to talk honestly about what it really takes to make the leap from employee to entrepreneur. Rebecca shared her journey from being a corporate retail buyer to running a thriving outsourcing agency, giving practical advice to anyone thinking about starting their own business. We discussed: Why there’s still a stigma around entrepreneurship — and how to reframe ...

3 weeks ago

29 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

Turning Heartbreak Into Hope: A Mother’s Mission After Loss

In this moving episode of Work It Like a Mum, I speak with Beth Baldwin — empowerment coach, leadership trainer, and founder of The Fabulous Facilitator. Beth shares the heartbreaking story of losing her 13-year-old son, Peter, to type 1 diabetes, and how she has since transformed her grief into a mission to save lives and support other families. Alongside her advocacy, Beth is passionate about empowering women to thrive, and we also dive into the challenges of motherhood, work, and the...

1 month ago

40 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

The Power of Change (And How Coaching Creates New Possibilities)

On this weeks' episode of The Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we sit down with Kate Rippon, Corporate Affairs Director at idverde. Kate joins me for an open conversation about career transitions, authentic leadership, and how coaching can shape your professional journey. Since our coaching sessions last year, Kate has taken bold steps to secure her role at idverde — a journey filled with valuable lessons and personal growth. Together, we explore: How coaching can open new doors in your career.Nav...

1 month ago

33 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

Why Women’s Confidence Matters (and How to Build It)

In this week’s episode of Work It Like a Mum, I’m joined by Lauren Currie, founder of Upfront, a pioneering platform on a mission to upskill 10 million women. Lauren shares her journey from starting her first business straight out of university to creating Bond, Upfront’s flagship program that transforms women’s confidence and leadership potential. We explore: The real meaning of confidence and why society often penalises women for showing it.How internalised misogyny and societal messaging s...

1 month ago

47 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

Smart Money Moves: Financial Planning Tips Every Woman Needs

In this episode of Work It Like a Mum, we chat with Olivia Shipstone, a Chartered Financial Planner and founder of OCS Financial Planning. Olivia shares her expert insights on financial planning, saving, investing, and how mums (and everyone!) can take control of their money to achieve financial freedom. What We Cover: Olivia’s journey from big banks to running her own financial planning businessCommon financial mistakes and why starting early mattersHow to set meaningful financial and life g...

1 month ago

41 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

Side Hustle Success: Big Dreams, Flexible Hours, Real Results

In this week’s episode of the Work it Like a Mum Podcast, I’m joined by Jo Langley. She opens up about her experience of joining Utility Warehouse (UW) as a partner and how she’s built it alongside family life and her existing marketing business. Jo talks about the reality of starting something new, from hitting her Fast Start bonus in her first month to juggling priorities as a mum, and how UW has given her an extra income stream, peace of mind, and new opportunities. We also chat about the ...

1 month ago

30 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

The Anatomy of Leadership: What Thriving Leaders Do Differently

Send us a text This week on the Work it Like a Mum Podcast, I’m joined by Maria Hvorostovsky — leadership coach, host of The Anatomy of a Leader, and one of Europe’s top executive search consultants. With 20+ years of placing senior leaders (including the first CEO of JW Anderson), Maria knows what makes leaders thrive and where founders stumble. She shares her journey from a family of musicians in Russia to running her own business, launching a podcast, and building a leadership ecosystem. W...

2 months ago

50 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

Midlife, Menopause & Saying Yes to Yourself

Send us a text On this week's Work it Like a Mum Podcast episode, we’re joined by Emma Thomas, executive coach, consultant, and podcast host, who helps people unlock potential and navigate big life transitions. After 30 years in academic publishing, Emma was made redundant in 2022. Instead of returning to corporate life, she reinvented herself. Now she coaches clients, runs her own podcast, and leads Managing the Menopause, helping employers create menopause-supportive workplaces. We discuss ...

2 months ago

39 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

The Silent Sacrifice: Why Mum Guilt Still Holds Us Back (and How to Break Free)

Send us a text This week, we're joined by Carmen Powell, CEO of ISC Group — the global network advancing women in the insurance sector and beyond. With over 20 years’ experience across industries and continents, Carmen knows what it takes to reach the top and bring others with you. We talk candidly about the “silent sacrifice” so many women make, why guilt still shadows working mums in 2025, and how to rewrite the script so your career and wellbeing thrive side-by-side. Carmen also lifts the ...

2 months ago

39 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

BONUS EPIOSDE: CVs & Interview Prep- Stand Out and Get Hired

Send us a text In this bonus episode of Work It Like a Mum podcast, our very own CEO, Elizabeth Willits, goes solo to share 18+ years of recruitment know-how. She’ll walk you through how to write a CV that opens doors, master LinkedIn so opportunities come to you, and ace interviews with confidence, keeping your career momentum strong, even in the quieter months. Summer break is around the corner, and while the pace of life slows down for many, it can be the perfect time to pause and ass...

2 months ago

45 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

The Bold Mission to Empower 100,000 Women by 2035

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of the Work it Like a Mum Podcast, I’m joined by Anaïs Comot, career strategist and founder of Her Code. Anaïs shares her personal journey from burnout in the corporate world to finding her calling in coaching. Her mission? To empower 100,000 women by 2035 to build careers they’re truly passionate about. We talk about the importance of aligning your work with your values, navigating big transitions (like motherhood or moving abroad), and how Anaï...

2 months ago

31 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

Why Divorce Costs More Than You Think (Unless You Do This…)

Send us a text In this week's Work it Like a Mum Podcast episode, we speak with Karen Arndt, an accomplished media, tech, and marketing leader turned legal tech disruptor. Karen co-founded WhatWouldAJudgeSay.com, a groundbreaking platform helping couples in England and Wales get clear, judge-led insight into how their finances would be split in a divorce, without going to court or paying extortionate legal fees. With a career that’s taken her from Amsterdam to Tokyo, New York to Berlin, and n...

3 months ago

44 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

BONUS EPISODE: LinkedIn & Offline Networking: Unlock Hidden Opportunities

Send us a text In this bonus episode of Work It Like a Mum, I’m joined by brilliant career advancement coach Leanne Cooper to help you raise your profile, grow your influence, and unlock opportunities—whether you’re ready for a new challenge or laying the groundwork for a future move. Summer break is around the corner, and while the pace of life slows down for many, it can be the perfect time to pause and assess your career progress. This is the third session of our Momentum Masterclass Serie...

3 months ago

54 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

Start, Scale, Succeed: How to Grow a VA Business and Still Have a Life

Send us a text In this episode, Sarah Rugg shares her journey from working mum to founder of a national VA business and how she's built a flexible, scalable company that empowers other women to do the same. She discusses the mindset shifts required to grow a business, including stepping into a CEO role, letting go of perfectionism, and trusting others to carry the baton (even if they don’t do things exactly your way). Sarah also offers practical advice for anyone interested in becoming a Virt...

3 months ago

31 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

BONUS EPISODE: Building Confidence: Step Into Your Full Career Potential

Send us a text In this bonus episode of Work It Like a Mum, I’m joined by brilliant career confidence coach Nicola Semple, who brings together mindset work, practical exercises, and deep real-world insight to help you take bolder steps forward in your career. Summer break is around the corner, and while the pace of life slows down for many, it can be the perfect time to pause and assess your career progress. This is the second session of our Momentum Masterclass Series, a six-week progr...

3 months ago

50 minutes

Work It Like A Mum

From Stuck to Skilled: Breaking into Tech After a Career Break

Send us a text In this episode of Work It Like a Mum, we chat with Artemis Cropper to talk about what it’s really like to leave a traditional career path and retrain in tech with Salesforce and the Supermums programme. We chat about how she overcame the uncertainty of a career break, why she chose Salesforce, and how Supermums gave her the structure, support, and skills to make a bold career change. What We Cover: Why Artemis walked away from her corporate role at AccentureWhat it...

3 months ago

17 minutes