In this episode, we sit down with Elizabeth Willetts, who turned redundancy into her superpower by founding Investing in Women - a platform revolutionizing how family-friendly employers connect with talented professionals.

As a recruiter turned entrepreneur and mum of two, Elizabeth knows firsthand the challenges of balancing career ambitions with family life.

What You'll Get From This Episode:

• How to turn career setbacks into opportunities
• Practical tips for growing your career while being present for family
• The mindset shifts needed to build something meaningful
• Insider knowledge on spotting truly family-friendly employers
• Real talk about scaling a business as a mother
• Game-changing advice for finding fulfilling flexible work

Perfect for you if you're a mum looking to level up your career, return to work on your own terms, or start your own venture - all while prioritizing family.

Reading List:

• "Influence" - Robert Cialdini
• "Atomic Habits" - James Clear
• "Building a StoryBrand" - Donald Miller
• "10x Is Easier Than 2x" - Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy
• The 1-page Marketing Plan - Allan Dib

• 
  

  Coming Soon: "Flex" by Elizabeth Willetts (Jan 2025)

When life handed Oxford graduate and high-flying entrepreneur Leila Green triplets at 38, everything she knew about achievement, success, and self-worth got turned upside down. In this game-changing episode, Leila shares her radical transformation from perfectionist professional to revolutionary mom on a mission to crush mom guilt forever.

What You'll Learn:

• The exact 4-step model that helped Leila break free from mom guilt (and how you can too)
• Why being "never enough" is a lie your inner critic tells you - and how to shut it down
• Real strategies for setting boundaries at work without the guilt
• How to transform from self-sacrificing martyr to guilt-free, thriving mom
• Practical ways to trust your intuition over everyone else's "shoulds"

This isn't just another "you've got this, mama" pep talk. Leila brings actionable, proven strategies that helped her navigate premature triplets, career upheaval, and society's crushing expectations. Whether you're struggling with return-to-work guilt, feeling torn between career and kids, or simply exhausted from trying to do it all, this episode gives you the permission slip and practical tools you need to break free.

Ready to stop apologizing for being human and start thriving as both a mom and professional? This conversation is your first step!

Get ready to completely flip your perspective on what's possible as a working parent! In this episode we chat to Amy Lynch about how bringing her baby to a business event sparked a movement that's transforming workplace culture.

What You'll Learn:

• How to turn parenting "limitations" into professional advantages
• Practical strategies for integrating family life with career ambitions
• Real tactics for creating parent-friendly spaces in your workplace
• Step-by-step approach to building flexible work arrangements that work
• The mindset shifts that can transform your career trajectory as a parent

Whether you're a parent juggling career and family, a business leader aiming for more inclusive spaces, or someone passionate about workplace innovation, this episode delivers actionable insights to reshape your approach to work and life.

Stop apologizing for being a parent in professional spaces and start leading the change. Amy's journey from "accidental activist" to movement leader shows you exactly how it's done.

In this episode, Alex and Tiffany sit down with North East-based illustrator, Hannah Graham, who shares her inspiring journey of transforming her life and career.

Originally a nurse, Hannah turned to illustration as a way to cope after her son Peter was born prematurely at just 3 months early.

Dealing with the challenges of special needs and her own struggle with dyslexia, she found art to be a powerful outlet for storytelling and building confidence in both children and adults.

Hannah opens up about her personal experiences, from navigating motherhood with a special needs child to finding the courage to follow her creative passions. She talks about giving herself permission to break away from what others expect, embracing flexibility, and finding a unique path forward.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• The power of storytelling and creativity to boost confidence in children
• The importance of not comparing yourself to others and embracing your unique motherhood journey
• The significance of having supportive friendships and learning to be flexible with your life plans
• Hannah’s work on promoting inclusivity and self-expression through art

As a special treat, at the end of the episode, Hannah shares one of her own stories, so be sure to listen with your little ones for something imaginative and heartwarming.

In this episode Alex and Tiffany sit down with Sam Spoors, a mother of four and award-winning entrepreneur, to discuss the realities of balancing a growing business with the demands of motherhood.

Sam shares her journey from starting her business at the kitchen table while raising young children, to building a successful company that’s making waves in the recruitment industry.

Together, they explore the importance of resilience, mindset, and the power of personal growth in navigating life’s challenges. Sam opens up about the guilt that often accompanies juggling family and work responsibilities and how she’s learned to embrace balance and self-compassion along the way. She also shares valuable lessons from the entrepreneurial highs and lows she’s faced over the years.

For working and ambitious mothers, this episode is packed with relatable insights, practical strategies, and heartfelt advice. Whether you’re looking to build your career, grow a business, or simply find more balance in your day-to-day life, Sam’s story offers inspiration and actionable takeaways to help you along the way.

In this week’s episode, Alex and Tiffany dive into an inspiring conversation with Deena Priest, a career and business coach with 20 years of experience across multiple industries.

If you’re a working mother who’s ready to balance ambition with purpose, this episode is for you!

Here’s what you’ll discover:

• Why motherhood might be the perfect time to follow your passion.
• How to identify what truly excites you and build a meaningful career around it.
• Strategies to let go of guilt and start investing in yourself.
• The importance of leaning into discomfort and overcoming fears to unlock growth.
• Tips on confidently asking for what you deserve, both in work and in life.
• Redefining success on your own terms and creating balance in your career and personal life.

This episode is full of insights and practical advice for ambitious moms who want to align passion, purpose, and profit. Don't miss it!

In this episode, Tiffany and Alex interview Umbar Shakir, a seasoned consultant and mother, to explore the balance between career resilience and motherhood.

Here’s what you can expect from this inspiring conversation:

• Motherhood and Work-Life Transition: Umbar shares her journey of mentoring mothers returning to work and how motherhood brought clarity and fast-tracked her career.

• Career Resilience: After taking a career break, she faced setbacks but set boundaries and pushed forward, offering insights on overcoming challenges in male-dominated industries.

• Rethinking “Bouncing Back”: Why the pressure to bounce back after having children is toxic, and how to embrace motherhood as your best season yet.

• Commercializing Your Value: How working mothers can leverage their unique skills and contributions in the workplace.

• Setting Boundaries and Asking for Help: Umbar stresses the importance of setting boundaries and seeking support at home and in the workplace.

• Growth Through Adversity: Her story highlights the power of choosing growth during challenging times, both professionally and personally.

• Book Recommendations: Umbar recommended Dr. Joe Dispenza, Mo Gawdat, and Raising Boys and Girls: The Art of Understanding Their Difference as impactful resources for both personal growth and parenting.

  
  

  Tune in now and get inspired to thrive in both motherhood and career!

In this episode, co-hosts Tiffany and Alex dive into the power of getting started and shifting your mindset. As Tiffany celebrates her birthday, a milestone that reminds her of losing her mother at a similar age, she shares her journey of choosing gratitude over anxiety and celebrating life’s milestones.

Rather than anguish over what she hasn’t achieved, Tiffany reflects on 35 things she has overcome, including the need to please others, letting go of judgment, and building confidence in herself—all lessons that resonate with ambitious mothers balancing family and career.

Together, Tiffany and Alex discuss how these personal growth insights influence their journeys as mothers and professionals, reminding listeners that the path to success begins with a shift in mindset and a willingness to just get started.

Tune in to this inspiring episode and discover how shifting your mindset can fuel both your ambition and personal growth!