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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 now back to Yorkshire, Karen shares how her professional journey and personal experience inspired her mission to modernise and humanise divorce.

What We Cover

• Why court should be your last resort
  
  
• How to handle financial disclosure without a meltdown
  
  
• What’s actually in the marital pot (yes, even gifts)
  
  
• Why your solicitor isn’t your strategy
  
  
• How to build your “Team You”
  
  
• Keeping kids and cash separate
  
  
• What to do right now to protect yourself

Key Takeaways

You don’t need a £500/hr solicitor- you need clarity and calm

Form E is brutal- but doable with support

Pensions, crypto, debt- it all counts

Courts are slow, expensive, and traumatic- avoid if you can

Most divorces take 12–18 months- longer if you wing it

Get a grip on your finances spending, and credit now

Don’t try to do it alone- build your team

Divorce is emotional and financial chaos. This episode cuts through the noise with straight-talking advice on what really matters when separating: money, mindset, and staying out of court.

🎧 Listen if you're lying awake wondering:

“Am I protected?”
“How do I start?”
“Am I being too kind... or too harsh?”

Show Links:

Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts here

Connect with Karen here

Visit the ‘What a judge would say’ website here

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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 Series, a six-week programme designed to help you maintain momentum in career growth and job search throughout the slower-paced summer months.

In this workshop, you’ll learn how to:

- Create a standout LinkedIn profile that positions you for promotion or your next role
- Network with intention—online and offline—without feeling awkward or salesy
- Build a powerful personal brand that opens doors to opportunities (without burnout)
- Position yourself as the go-to expert in your field
- Take control of your visibility and influence in the job market

A few key takeaways:

Building a Purposeful Network and why it matters.

How to Craft Your Personal Brand on LinkedIn and Why it's the foundation of your career success.

Unlocking Hidden Opportunities with the power of networking.

Transform Your Mindset for the key to a show-stopping career.

Surround Yourself with Success. You can't be what you can't see, so get inspired!

Show Links:

Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts here

Connect with Leanne here

Learn more about Leanne’s work here

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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 Virtual Assistant, including what mindset and skills are essential, realistic earning potential, and the difference between building your own VA business and joining as an associate.

We also talk about:

• Delegating sales calls (and the fear of letting go)
• Why entrepreneurs are constantly evolving
• Moving from “everyone’s friend” to confident leader
• Redesigning systems for scale
• What makes a great VA (hint: it’s not just admin skills)
• Flexible work for parents on your own terms
• Where to start if you’re curious about the VA path

Key Takeaways

You can't grow if you don't let go

Delegation is uncomfortable, but essential.

Step into your CEO mindset - Stop managing. Start leading.

Evolve or stay stuck - Business growth = personal growth.

Fix the foundations- Scaling needs solid systems, not quick fixes.

Being a VA = ultimate flexibility - Great for self-starters (and parents).

No PA background? No problem - t’s all about attitude, initiative, and learning on the fly.

Clients want “can-do” - Positivity and problem-solving beat perfection.

Not just admin- Project managers make brilliant VAs too.

Get support, not just clients - My VA Business offers both training and ready-to-go work.

Thinking about growing your business without burning out? Curious about creating a flexible career as a Virtual Assistant?

Listen now, this one's for you!

Show Links:

Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts here

Connect with Sarah here

Learn more about VI-VA here

Learn more about starting your own VA business here

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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 programme designed to help you maintain momentum in career growth and job search throughout the slower-paced summer months.

This session will help you :

- Recognise and challenge the confidence blockers keeping you stuck
- Reconnect with your unique strengths and talents
- Build self-trust and belief in your potential
- Learn practical self-confidence-building techniques
- Take confident, meaningful steps to build your career with confidence

Key Takeaways:

Confidence is Learned -It’s not innate; it’s built through experience and action.

Start Before You're Ready - Take imperfect steps; you’re already enough to begin.

Know What You Want - Clarity on your values and goals is the foundation of confidence.

Challenge Doubts - Question limiting beliefs and replace them with supportive ones.

Practice Daily - Build confidence like a muscle with consistent action and self-kindness.

Show Links:

Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts here

Connect with Nicola here

Visit Nicola’s website here

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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 Accenture
• What it felt like to take a career break — and how she navigated the emotional impact
• How she discovered the Supermums program and why it stood out
• The structure of the Supermums training — including real-world experience
• What working in Salesforce actually involves
• The rise of AI and Salesforce’s Agent Force — what it means for future roles
• How she landed her role at RevQore and what her day-to-day looks like
• The importance of staying curious and never stopping learning

Key Takeaways:

You don’t have to hide your career break - it can be your launchpad.

The Supermums course provides real-world experience - not just theory.

Confidence doesn’t come before action - it comes from action.

Salesforce is a growing- stable field that spans many industries.

You don’t need a tech background to work in tech - just a growth mindset.

Career changes aren’t linear - and that’s OK.

💬 Quote to Remember:

“You don’t have to hide your career break. Be open about it. Use it. Own it.”

If you’re on the fence about retraining or wondering how to re-enter the workforce with confidence — this one’s for you.

Show Links:

Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts here

Connect with Artemis here

Visit the Supermums website here

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In this bonus episode of Work It Like a Mum, I’m joined by brilliant career coach Kim Holland to help you get clear on your next steps, whether you're job hunting, thinking about a pivot, or simply feeling stuck.

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 check in with where you are in your career.

This is the first session of our Momentum Masterclass Series, a six-week programme designed to help you keep career growth and job search momentum going throughout the slower-paced summer months.

💡 We talk about:

• Why it’s so easy to lose sight of what you actually want
• How to reconnect with what energises you (and ditch what doesn’t)
• The importance of knowing your non-negotiables
• Building a foundation for a career that fits your life right now

✨ A few key takeaways:

• Get clear on what’s pushing you to make a change
• Fear, low confidence or uncertainty? Totally normal
• The biggest mistake: jumping into job boards too soon
• Instead, start with:
  → Who you are
  → What you need
  → What you can offer

We call this your Professional DNA and it’s the key to spotting the right opportunities (and ignoring the wrong ones).

If you’re ready to move forward with more focus, less stress, and a plan that actually fits your life, this one’s for you.

Stay motivated. Stay seen. Stay on track.

Show Links:

Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts here

Connect with Kim here

Visit Kim’s website here

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In this week’s episode of the Work it like a Mum podcast, we're talking with the dynamic and inspiring Monique de Maio, founder and CMO of On Demand CMO, trailblazing marketer, mentor, black belt in martial arts, and author of 7 Secrets to Creating a Life You Love: A Practical Guide for Women in Leadership.

We dive into the unfiltered realities of being a working mum. From setting boundaries and saying no (without guilt) to resisting pressure from others and making intentional choices that align with your goals.

What We Cover:

• Why being asked isn't the same as being personally invited, and how to say no with grace
• The hidden envy behind "mum guilt"
• How to choose the right commitments and stop overextending
• Building a home ecosystem that supports your ambition
• Why outsourcing isn't indulgent, it's strategic
• Long-term planning by living below your means and investing in future freedom

Key Takeaways:

You can have it all, just not all at the same time

Guilt is often misplaced and rooted in someone else’s envy

Being intentional about your time, energy, and money is the key to long-term success

Stop apologising for working; your kids will notice your strength more than cupcakes.

Why You Should Listen:

If you're a working mom juggling it all, feeling the guilt, and determined to grow your career without burning out, this one’s for you.

Show Links:

Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts here

Connect with Monique here

Visit the On Demand CMO 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.

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This week, we’re going LIVE with an empowering, honest conversation that every woman considering entrepreneurship needs to hear.

We chat with Rebecca Newnham, founder of Get Ahead, about how building your own business can unlock freedom, confidence, and financial independence, without burning out or losing yourself.

With 15 years of business experience and a nationwide team behind her, Rebecca brings a wealth of wisdom and warmth to this episode.

💬 What We Cover:

✨ Why entrepreneurship is life-changing for women
✨ How to know if it's right for you
✨ The practical steps to get started
✨ Real talk about the challenges (and how to overcome them)
✨ Building a business that works around your life

🙋‍♀️ Whether You're:

🔸 Feeling stuck in your career
🔸 Dreaming of being your own boss
🔸 Looking for more flexibility and control
🔸 Ready to turn your skills into something bigger

This episode will help you get clear, feel confident, and take those first steps, without the overwhelm.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Start scrappy. You don’t need the perfect logo or website to begin.
• Freedom is the biggest flex. Being your own boss means designing a work life that actually works for you.
• Money follows clarity. Know your worth, price your time, and have a plan.
• Confidence grows in the doing. That first scary networking event? Just the beginning.
• Support speeds things up. Ask for help. People want to cheer you on.
• You don’t have to do it all. Outsourcing and community are game-changers.

Show Links:

Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts here

Connect with Rebecca here

Learn more about Get Ahead here

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