The Parent Equation - with Ayesha Murray: Recent Episodes
Ayesha Murray
I'm passionate about supporting working parents through whatever life throws at them. So in this podcast series, I chat to inspirational working parents and ask them to share their own, unique experiences of raising children alongside their careers. We talk about the struggles and the moments of joy and I hope, in each episode, there’s something that can bring you a bit more strength and positivity. Follow, listen and subscribe on all major platforms.
Join Ayesha Murray and Jane van Zyl, CEO of Working Families, in this insightful podcast episode as they delve into the multifaceted challenges faced by working parents. They explore the often-overlooked stigma against fathers seeking flexible work arrangements and the systemic barriers preventing true workplace flexibility for all.
Discover the crucial role of family-friendly workplace certification, the undeniable link between trust and productivity in flexible work models, and the complexities surrounding maternity cover and return-to-work experiences. Jane van Zyl, representing her charity, highlights the power of empowering individuals with knowledge of their employment rights and the vital need for systemic change.
Ayesha also spotlights the upcoming "Working Dads' Summit," a key event set to advance conversations on shared parenting and workplace flexibility.
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of these critical issues and explore paths towards a more equitable and supportive working world for parents and caregivers.
https://workingfamilies.org.uk/
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/working-dads-summit-tickets-1515483655409
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an EMCC accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach professionals through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
What would you do if you were hit by multiple redundancies? My guest today, Lee Witherell, chose to turn this into an opportunity and carve out a portfolio career for himself.
From data services to launching a fitness side hustle during the pandemic, Lee's journey is a shining example of resilience and adaptability. We get into the importance of being in control of your career, the need for collaboration, and the benefits of diversified income sources.
We cover the role of AI in advertising, the shift in work models, and the necessity of empathy and flexibility in a portfolio career. As we navigate through these fascinating insights, Lee shares his perspective on how the working generation is adapting to this new career model. So, whether you're considering a shift to a portfolio career or looking for some professional inspiration, tune in for some actionable advice and thought-provoking perspectives from Lee's journey.
Find out more about Lee:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-witherell-4422293
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
Do you ever wish you had more control over your career path? Wonder how to make the most of opportunities within your current organisation? Together with Sonam Taneja, a seasoned career and change coach, we delve into portfolio careers, unpacking how you can take the reins of your own career development.
We also share practical ways organisations can nurture their internal talent marketplaces, offering employees unique opportunities such as shadowing senior leaders or tackling projects outside their usual duties.
Sonam and I explore the progressive concept of kaleidoscope careers and the seismic shift in workplace dynamics. We examine the ways technology has reshaped our work lives and why a linear career path no longer fits the bill. Tune in and redefine your idea of a successful career.
About Sonam:https://uk.linkedin.com/in/sonamtaneja
E: sonam@mirrorspeakconsulting.com
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
Ever wondered if it's possible to combine your diverse interests into a fulfilling career? That's exactly what I discuss with my guest, Rachel Schofield, a seasoned career coach and author of the Career Change Guide. We dive into the concept of portfolio careers, which offer the freedom to blend various facets of your personality and explore a spectrum of passions.
Rachel imparts her wisdom on the benefits of these careers, such as increased autonomy and flexibility in scheduling. We highlight real-life examples of individuals who have successfully transitioned into portfolio careers, like a police officer who ventured into furniture designing and a graphic designer turned stone carver.
We also tackle the challenges and opportunities one might encounter when transitioning to a portfolio career. From the identity shift involved in moving from an employed to freelance role, to the imposter syndrome that can creep in when learning new skills, we cover it all. Rachel emphasizes the importance of establishing a clear purpose for the transition and remaining focused on the desired outcomes. We wrap up the conversation exploring the power of small, incremental changes and share useful resources for individuals contemplating a career shift.
Find out more about Rachel:
The Career Change Guide
https://www.rachelschofield.co.uk/
www.linkedin.com/in/rachelschofield
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
Curious about making a meaningful career change? Join me in this episode as I host Claire Carroll, an executive and career coach who sheds light on portfolio careers.
Claire illuminates the crucial role of personal values in career transitions, how societal expectations can shape our decisions, and the courage required in taking risks. Our discussion delves deeper into the concept of 'leaning out' versus 'leaning in', demonstrating how brave choices can lead to fulfilling rewards.
Drawing from inspiring real-life accounts of individuals who have bravely switched careers to make a global impact, we highlight the importance of creating a personal narrative to stay focused amidst societal pressure and the fear of failure.
We wrap up this discussion by providing practical tips to deal with the common stumbling blocks of career transitions - setting realistic goals, managing comparison, and overcoming impostor syndrome. We concentrate on the importance of appreciating 'done is better than perfect', focusing on your unique knowledge and expertise.
Find out more about Claire:
https://www.clairecarroll-coaching.com/
www.linkedin.com/in/claireacarroll
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
What if becoming a parent could change how we view the climate crisis and motivate us to take meaningful action? Join me and my co-host Parisa Wright, along with our special guest, actor and parent Paul Ready, as we tackle eco-anxiety head-on, discussing the overwhelming emotions that can arise when confronting this important issue. From the 2018 school climate strikes to the everyday challenges we face as individuals and parents, we share our stories and struggles with trying to make a difference for the environment.
Embarking on a journey towards a more sustainable lifestyle can be daunting, but don't worry - we've got you covered! Together, we'll explore practical steps you can take to reduce your carbon footprint and influence those around you. Learn how simple changes like reducing meat consumption, supporting local farms, and using public transport can make a significant impact. We're not perfect, but we're committed to doing our part, and we'll share our experiences along the way.
Community-led environmental action is a powerful force for change, and we'll discuss how you can make a difference in your own circles of influence. From setting up green teams in schools to engaging communities through theatre and storytelling, we explore the power of conversation in normalising sustainable lifestyle changes. Tune in as we examine how you can use your unique skills to create an impact on the world around you, and how talking about the climate crisis can create a ripple effect, inspiring others to take action too.
About Paul Ready:Paul is a British actor, known principally for his work on stage, but he has also appeared in television, radio and films.
About Parisa Wright, Founder, CEO of pioneering sustainable living charity Greener & Cleaner:
www.greenerandcleaner.co.uk
https://www.facebook.com/groups/greenerandcleaneruk
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
As a working parent, do you struggle to find the time and energy to stay active and maintain your physical health? Wendy Welpton, founder of Reclaim Movement and mum of three, joins me in sharing her enlightening journey of overcoming physical challenges and discovering the power of natural movement in daily life. Wendy's inspiring story of determination, resilience, and transformation will motivate you to embrace movement in your own life, even amidst the chaos of raising young children.
We also discuss the significance of creating a culture of self-care and prioritising movement, especially during menopause. By educating our children and surrounding ourselves with supportive communities, we can navigate these life transitions with grace and strength.
ABOUT THE GUEST - WENDY WELPTONWendy Welpton is the founder of Reclaim Movement. She coaches natural movement to individuals and small groups, in person and online in the Reclaim Movement membership. Sessions are aimed at improving mobility and strength by helping clients find the gaps in their current movement patterns, giving them ways to help fill those gaps. The aim is to help them embrace a movement-rich lifestyle and keep doing all the things they love as they age.
CONNECT WITH THE GUESTLearn more on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok - @reclaim.movement
Email- wendy@reclaimmovement.co.uk
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
In this final episode of the series, Elliott and I talk to Gita Banerji from Suffolk County Council about how organisations can still actively support parents without a formal staff network.
Gita shares their great work on fertility leave, benchmarking and enhancing many of their policies.
Find out more about Gita:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gita-banerji-22512832/
Find out more about Elliott:https://musicfootballfatherhood.com/
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
Welcome to the Parent Equation podcast series, full of inspiring stories from working parents who are passionate about designing a life that works for them and their families rewarding career alongside a balanced family life.
"We're all there with a similar mission to help women juggle careers and family, and I want to try and offer things as accessible as possible."
"Whatever choice you're making in your career is, make it for yourself, because you understand why you're doing it…"
ABOUT THE GUEST - JANE MCKENNAJane is a Career and Maternity Coach and runs Brilliant Me Coaching. She supports individuals through career change, the maternity transition and return to work, and regularly talks about these topics on LinkedIn. She is passionate about helping others rediscover their brilliance and find career happiness through 1 to 1 coaching, group programmes, courses and workshops.
She regularly runs a series of free workshops on topics such as Returning with Confidence, Overcoming Limiting Beliefs, Creating a Brilliant CV and Navigating Change
CONNECT WITH THE GUESTLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-mckenna/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/brilliantmecoaching
Email: jane@brilliantme.co.uk
Website: www.brilliantme.co.uk
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
Lead from the front. A key message from Emma at Co-op when it comes to running a successful parents network.
Elliott and I also chatted to Emma about how network leads manage their own emotional wellbeing when faced with emotive topics as well as lots more.
Find out more about Emma and Co-op:https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-southworth-157743a3/
Find out more about Elliott:https://musicfootballfatherhood.com/
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
What if you could create an award-winning support network for working parents and carers while building meaningful connections in the wider community? Join me as I talk with Tim Soper from Aon about the incredible success of their Parents and Carers Network and its subgroup, the Dads at Aon Network. Discover how these innovative networks have grown and evolved, providing invaluable support and inspiration to countless working parents.
During our conversation, we explore the power of PR and visibility in forging connections with external networks and discuss the steps necessary to establish a thriving support group from the ground up. Tim shares his insights on the importance of spreading the load among dedicated members, creating a space for open conversations, and utilizing available resources to make a lasting impact.
Finally, we dive into the nuts and bolts of structuring a support network, from crafting a purposeful annual plan to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity. Learn how employee happiness can directly benefit the workplace and gain valuable tips from Tim's experiences in growing and supporting the Dads at Aon Network. Don't miss out on this empowering episode packed with invaluable insights for anyone looking to start or strengthen their own network.
Find out more about Tim:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-soper-a02907b4/
Find out more about Elliott:https://musicfootballfatherhood.com/
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
Welcome to the Parent Equation podcast series, full of inspiring stories from working parents who are passionate about designing a life that works for them and their families - having a rewarding career alongside a balanced family life.
*"You don't have to be a woman to hold a child to your chest and comfort them… "
"And again, the perception is actually becoming a parent does give you this decisiveness, authority, this understanding actually, of what you need, what other people need makes you a much better employee…"*
ABOUT THE GUEST - PAUL MORGAN-BENTLEYPaul Morgan-Bentley is Head of Investigations at The Times and the author of a new book, The Equal Parent, which explores myths around gendered parenting roles and advocates for men properly sharing responsibility for caring for their children.
CONNECT WITH THE GUESTWebsite - https://paulmorganbentley.com/
Twitter - @pmorganbentley
Instagram - @paulymorganbentley
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
Liz da Cruz, co-lead of the parents network at Centrica chats to Elliott and me about their lean in, lean out approach, leveraging volunteering, being vulnerable and lots lots more.
Find out more about Liz and Centrica:https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethdacruz1/
Find out more about Music, Football, Fatherhood:https://musicfootballfatherhood.com/
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
Recognition. A key word when it comes to running staff networks. The leads of these networks, like Deonne and Jocy at PepsiCo, run them alongside their day jobs because they're passionate about supporting their working parents.
Yes, budget and executive sponsorship are needed, but the appreciation for the much needed value and support they bring is key.
Love the energy of this co-lead partnership - passion exuding out of every pore!
Find out more about Jocy and Deonne:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joycelynwilliams/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deonneskull/
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
Welcome to the Parent Equation podcast series, full of inspiring stories from working parents who are passionate about designing a life that works for them and their families - having a rewarding career alongside a balanced family life.
*"...someone said to me yesterday, in fact that in running your own business, 80% of it is probably the job you don't want to do (and) the 20% is your passion..."
"I've met countless parents, mothers and fathers who, on their return to work after having a child, have an absolute renewed passion and energy, way beyond before, because you know, there's suddenly a much clearer purpose as opposed to the work they're doing and why they're doing it, who they're doing it for, so actually, you can't underestimate that commitment."*
ABOUT THE GUEST - NICKI FRESHWATERHaving spent the last 20 years working in HR, Nicki Freshwater has witnessed the roller coaster of being a working parent from both an employer and the parent perspective.
Following a lengthy period of running her own HR consultancy, Nicki has recently gone back into employment and talks about the ups and downs of juggling parenthood and a career through both.
Nicki can be found on LinkedIn as Nicki Freshwater and over on Instagram @travelhackswithkids sharing her tips and advice for making travel with children easier.
CONNECT WITH THE GUESTLinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/nicki-freshwater-nee-doherty-1449a6b/
Instagram - @travelhackswithkids
Facebook - @travelhackswithkids
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
Join Becky Candy and Leanne Chalmers who are sharing the growth journey for the John Lewis Partnership's parents network. From coffee and community to several autonomous peer groups providing enormous value to their partners.
Hear about their journey, their key insights and tips for running a successful network, including building a community, passion and planning.
www.johnlewispartnership.co.uk/
www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-candy-942a178b/
www.linkedin.com/in/leanne-chalmers-8aa86815a/
www.linkedin.com/in/elliott-rae-a3a469144/
https://musicfootballfatherhood.com/
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
Originally from France, Camille decided to change the course of her life and over the last 18 years has studied and lived in Spain, moved to Mexico City for a few years, and has now settled in London.
From being a beauty and lifestyle writer in a fashion magazine she is now an Adult and Child advisor, dedicated to being at the service of others by helping families and empowering the community.
Find our more about Camille:
www.onceuponatimeaparent.co.uk/
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
Website - www.ayeshamurray.com
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
Instagram - www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
In this episode, Hannah shares her experiences and strategies for managing the ubiquitous mental load as well as how she and her husband share it.
Hannah made a choice to change career before motherhood which has given her greater flexibility and taps into her passions. And as a HR professional, she shares her insights into how organisations can better support their parents.
Find out more about Hannah:
www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-russell-ba61028/
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
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Anita Cleare is a parenting expert, writer and coach and co-founder of the Positive Parenting Project. Her book, The Work/Parent Switch (known as The Working Parent’s Survival Guide in USA) is a positive parenting guide for working parents.
Anita started her career in international development, spending four and a half years in Mongolia where she went through both of her pregnancies. (Her eldest son learnt to say ‘mummy’ in Mongolian before he said it in English!).
After becoming a single parent, Anita changed careers. She worked as a strategic manager in a local authority children’s services for nine years, setting up and managing early intervention, targeted and specialist family support services including Sure Start Children’s Centres, parent support lines, teenage pregnancy prevention projects and intensive family support.
In 2012 Anita founded The Positive Parenting Project, a social enterprise which aims to bring the benefits of proven evidence-based parenting strategies to as many parents (and children) as possible.
Find out more about Anita:
https://anitacleare.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-cleare-b8a15465/
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
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www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
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Chloe, founder of Hopscotch coaching, works with families to bring fun, play and creativity back into our lives.
She also chose to take one of her children out of mainstream education, so as a home educator has quite a unique perspective on raising children.
And alongside she also finds time to run her business!
Find out more about Chloe:https://www.hopscotchcoaching.co.uk/
www.linkedin.com/in/chloe-myers-3449518a/
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
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Soumya Karkera was brought up in India and is now bringing up her own daughter in the UK. In this episode, she shares this experience, alongside her insights from her work as a coach for young people.
How do we bring our children into the conversation? How can we be more present with our children, especially as busy working parents? How do we embrace cultural diversity?
Also a great section on how to achieve quality time without the guilt. Something we can relate to I'm sure.
Find out more about Soumya:www.linkedin.com/in/soumyakarkera/
www.instagram.com/beingme.lovingit/
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
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Jane is the founder of Careering into Motherhood. In 2015, she was the first person at HSBC to negotiate a Global Director role as a job-share, igniting her passion to support other working mums to also create roles and careers that works for them.
With the aim of helping more women to have access to similar career opportunities, in 2016 Jane launched a successful recruitment business, but was inundated with candidates so in 2019 she set up the Careering into Motherhood Facebook group which is now 10,000+ strong!
In this episode, Jane shares her personal story, her continuing mission to support working parents and how she manages running her own business alongside having a family.
Find out more about Jane:
www.careeringintomotherhood.com/
www.linkedin.com/in/jane-johnson-careeringintomotherhood/
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
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In this episode, Karen Farrell, founder of Mindful Station shared:
🧘♀️ How mindfulness can help busy mums to win at motherhood without losing their minds.
❤ The importance of selfcare and why you need to be intentional about making time for YOU!
💃 Why you shouldn't compare yourself to others and how you can turn it into inspiration.
📇 How you can still build a business whilst on maternity leave.
🧠 The importance of mindset!
😊 The importance of self-compassion and why you should give yourself a break!
Find out more about Karen:www.linkedin.com/in/karenmfarrell2016/
https://mindfulstation.co.uk/
ABOUT ME - AYESHA MURRAY
I'm an accredited career coach with over 20 years experience in the corporate world. Having experienced the working parent juggle first hand, I now coach people through their career and life challenges.
WORK WITH ME
I'm here to give you the confidence, self-belief and support to help you design a life that works for you and your family. Through tried and tested approaches, tools and methodologies, you'll leave the coaching process with clear direction, motivation and energy.
If you'd like to find out more about how coaching could work for you, book a free 30 min call at https://calendly.com/ayeshamurraycoaching/discovery-call
CONNECT WITH ME
www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
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Charlotte founded Power of the Parent to positively challenge the experience of parents in the workplace. Imagine workplaces where parents can love what they do without their identity and worth being measured by how many hours they’ve worked or how many kids they have.
In this episode, she chats to me about what that power means to her and how she's made her passion and mission into a successful business.
Find out more about Charlotte:
www.power-of-the-parent.com/
www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-speak-0a143228/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
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In this episode, Adam and I chatted about life as a self-employed working dad, how he pandemic changed the way he and his wife work and how he's able to be more present for his kids.
He was also very open about the loss of his sister and the importance of talking about mental health.
I was asked recently where working dads can find support and it's people like Adam, sharing their stories that I hope provide a valuable resource.
Find out more about Adam:www.linkedin.com/in/adam-mart/
www.airaphon.com/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
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In this episode, Kate shares her working parent journey so openly. We cover everything from part time working and the intensity of being a working parent through to raising teens going through their own unique journeys.
Kate's approach to supporting her children is quite inspirational so for those parents also in the LGBTQ+ world, her experiences will be invaluable.
Find out more about Kate:www.waterfallhill.co.uk/
www.linkedin.com/in/kate-waterfall-hill/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
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When Lyss Morton realised that her 9-5 role wasn't working for her anymore, she felt she had to discover what she was really passionate about. And without any prior experience, she landed on floristry.
Entirely self-taught, and now extremely successful, Lyss has taken her business one step further and coaches fellow mums who also want to start their own ventures.
Her story of resilience, courage and hard work will resonate with so many of us trying to build careers that not only enable us to be financially independent, but also allow us to combine our passions with our experience.
Find out more about Lyss:https://lyssmorton.com/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
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Hannah, like so many of my listeners, moved from a secure corporate career to starting her own business, in coaching. Which of course we talked about, but what really struck me was her experience when her child was born prematurely and how she kept herself together during that really tough time.
In this episode she also shares the highs and lows of career change and how being a working parent weaves its way through. "Be curious, start small and start now."
Are you confident that you can make a change when you want to, rather than waiting for the right time. And does the right time ever come along?
I hope some of Hannah's insights help you find out what's right for you.
Find out more about Hannah:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-salton-coaching/
https://www.hannahsalton.co.uk/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
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Alexis is an entrepreneur and a working dad who helps other parents find their purpose and balance. This episode will give you that dose of motivation if you're thinking about starting a business or have started but are feeling stuck!
In this episode, we also talk the effect that our role modelling has on our kids (and how our parents impacted us), creating boundaries and how to be present as a working parent and a business owner.
Plenty of lessons in business and in life!
Find out more about Alexis:www.linkedin.com/in/alexkingsbury/
www.airmanual.co/
www.facebook.com/alexis.kingsbury
www.instagram.com/alexis.kingsbury/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
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In this episode, Liz and I talk about opportunities for women and in particular mums returning to work. Her background in recruitment, plus her experience of being a working parent, led her to start Investing in Women, a platform that supports and inspires women as well as helping them find a role that work for them and their families.
And when it comes to her kids, these three words encapsulate the traits she wants to role model as a working mum - resilience, independence, confidence.
Find out more about Liz:
www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-willetts/
https://investinginwomen.co.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/investinginwomencareers/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
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When Tova shared her story of not feeling like she possessed the mum superpower when her kids were born, I totally related. I didn't 'love' my first daughter from the first second, it had been a traumatic birth and my emotions were all over the place.
What Tova does brilliantly is normalise motherhood, promoting our authentic selves to ultimately overcome imposter syndrome.
Hear her journey in full on this episode of The Parent Equation.
Find out more about Tova:
https://tovaleigh.com/
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Natalie's journey from nursing to corporate to running her own business as a leadership coach is enough of a story in itself. Add to that life as a stepmum to two teenage girls and you have a podcast episode that's not worth missing.
Her approach to parenthood comes with a different perspective, that of a step-parent, and I found it fascinating how she brings in her coaching skills as she and her wife Lucy navigate teenage years.
We talk about how we can bring the outdoors indoors, creating space in our four walls for expansive thinking and many many more things. Loved our conversation. Thanks Nats x
Find out more about Natalie:www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-shering/
www.natalieshering.com/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
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You can be guilt-free about being a working mum and in this episode Hannah Russell explains how she makes it work.
She also shares her story of building her own business, award winning podcast agency, Mags Creative, and working alongside her sister, bringing them closer together as the years have gone on. Her business 'feeds her soul' and makes her a better mum, so I was really interested to hear her journey.
Find out more about Hannah:
www.linkedin.com/in/hannahruss/
www.magscreative.co.uk/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Katie's newsroom story is not unfamiliar. It's a full on career path and when she had her children she decided the two couldn't co-exist so left to start out on her own. But it's not easy leaving a successful career you've taken years to build.
In this episode, we also talk about making time for yourself, the importance of a support network as a new (and not so new) mum and how her life as a voice over artist came to be. Katie's children are older now, so it was great to hear her journey over the years.
Find out more about Katie:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-flamman/
https://katieflamman.co.uk/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Rebecca built her business from the ground up, alongside raising her three, now grown, girls. After an 8 year career break to bring up her children, she had to make a decision about what came next and for her, owning her own thing was something she knew she wanted.
Rebecca's journey shows how a commitment to your business and a passion for people can lead to real success.
I dabbled with the franchising idea a few times as it really seems to give the flexibility and ownership many of us are looking for. And for some reason it hasn't got the same exposure as the US. So it was really interesting to hear Rebecca's insider view!
Find out more about Rebecca:
www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccanewenham/
https://getaheadva.com/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
I'll admit it. I know I should be doing more when it comes to sustainability. I do my bit, but there's a lot of confusion and if I'm honest, some real fear of judgement.
Parisa's mission is to make sustainable living accessible, and enjoyable for everyone, so that we can not only set the right example for our kids but try and repair the damage so that our children don't suffer in the future. Through education in communities, giving people the knowledge to start one step at a time and to be non-judgemental and supportive throughout.
She left corporate life to set up her own company, Greener and Cleaner and I'm privileged that she's sharing her story with me today.
Find out more about Parisa:
www.linkedin.com/in/parisa-wright-b87b49/
www.greenerandcleaner.co.uk/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Jessy has been very open about one of the most vulnerable moments in her life as she lost herself and paid the motherhood penalty. In this episode, she talks to me about creating a positive mindset to define your worth and not allowing your background or parental status to define it for you.
She's a TedX speaker, an amazing role model for her two children and passionate about advancing women in the workplace.
Find out more about Jessy:
www.linkedin.com/in/jessy-gomes/
TedX talk
https://twitter.com/thepracademic
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Sara's journey from serving in the armed forces to motherhood and a career change into coaching is peppered with incredible learnings and experiences, all of which has shaped who she is today.
We talk about the effect on her children and how a life on the move has given them a different perspective on life as well as how we build confidence after parenthood.
Find out more about Sara:
www.linkedin.com/in/sarasmalleycoaching/
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Instagram
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Sarah Green experienced what so many parents experience, and that's the desire to move away from fast fashion, to endeavour to be more sustainable and to not end up with bag loads of baby clothes that need a new home after just a few months. I've certainly been there!
With this in mind, Sarah left her career in publishing to launch Borro, a circular fashion service which rents baby clothes.
Borro enables busy parents to shop sustainably for their baby clothes. With complete flexibility, parents choose just want they need and return the clothes when they're outgrown, meaning no hassle sorting and storing old baby clothes either.
I wish Borro had been around 10 years ago!
Find out more about Sarah:
www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-green-40870a33/
https://borro-it.com/
www.instagram.com/borro.it/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Rachel swapped a successful career at the BBC for an equally successful coaching career, supporting mums returning to work, women who feel a loss of self after taking a period of leave to raise their children.
We talk about the real struggle of working parents in careers that can't be home based, like reporting, why a career change is often felt to be the only choice and why it's OK to have a career that isn't linear.
We also share our experience of raising two daughters and how we hope they feel empowered to follow whichever path they choose.
Find out more about Rachel:www.rachelschofield.co.uk/
www.instagram.com/reworkyourlife/
www.linkedin.com/in/rachelschofield/
Anna's Jewellery - https://annavine.co.uk/ Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Chris left a successful career to 'not retire', to have more flexibility and to put his sons first.
His father passed away at 41, so when Chris got to 41 he knew he had to do something differently, and find what he was destined to do.
His mission to help people become financially independent has produced a successful business, a business that gives him the lifestyle and flexibility he needs.
Some great practical tips in here for how to break from the corporate shackles and how to start teaching your kids about the value of money from an early age.
Find out more about Chris:https://www.nextlevelincome.com/blog/5-ways-to-set-your-kids-up-for-a-lifetime-of-financial-success
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nextlevelincome/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Liz Wilcox is the self-proclaimed Fresh Princess of Email Marketing, a working mum from Florida whose entrepreneurial journey is full of twists and turns, all told with an immensely engaging style. It's seriously hard not to smile when listening to her story.
She found her way there via life as a military wife, living on the road in an RV all the while raising her daughter and starting her business.
She is a die hard fan of *NSYNC, the first product she sold was a book about poo and she loves a fanny pack (bum bag for my UK listeners!)
Really hope you enjoy this episode and please remember to subscribe, review and share!
Find out more about Liz:https://www.instagram.com/thelizwilcox/
https://lizwilcox.com/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Dr Chelsey used to be a Professor of Education, focused on social emotional learning and language and literacy. Now, she's transformed that research into tools and principles to support families and schools build calm and inspire connection with kids.
And as this podcast dicatates, our conversation goes from her professional work into her personal family experiences, with some great examples of how she positively parents her children, including dealing with perfectionism, something I can relate to with my daughter.
She has twin 7 year olds so there's also a really interesting perspective on the differences between them and the different way she manages them.
Find out more about Dr Chelsey:https://www.instagram.com/drchelsey_parenting/
https://www.positiveparenthood.org/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Jo Wheatley is an award winning coach, hosts a #1 podcast, The Coaching Crowd, has just launched a book and, oh yes, is an adventure loving mum.
This conversation is full of her personal experiences of raising children in a way that empowers them and also gave me (and so will give you) practical ways of being the best role model we can be to them.
We also talk about the identity shift we all experience when we become a parent and how employers and managers can become more mindful of that change and so adapt the way they support working parents.
Jo has a wealth of personal and professional experience so I'm truly grateful that she's chosen to share her story with me.
Find out more about Jo:https://www.jowheatley.com/home
www.linkedin.com/in/joannewheatley/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Elliott Rae is a true working parents champion, working tirelessly to push forward the agenda for working dads. He started Music, Football, Fatherhood as he put it, "in a small corner of the internet" to help him manage his mental health as a new dad. MFF is now a thriving community and Elliott has gone on to write a book, star in a documentary, launch an employers' awards initiative and so much more.
In this episode, he shares his struggle with PTSD and how this made him re-evaluate what was important. We talk about government, working parents networks and his hope that all working parents get the support they need throughout their careers.
Find out more about Elliott:Music, Football, Fatherhood
www.linkedin.com/in/elliott-rae-a3a469144/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Zoe, co-founder of In Good Company, is a global, multi award nominated master accredited coach, coach supervisor and coach trainer. She's also a fellow podcaster and hosts The Coaching Crowd, a must listen for coaches, new and old!
Her philosophy is centered around connection and inclusivity and meeting her has genuinely added so much to my life, both personally and professionally. She is such a warm, welcoming soul and her extensive expertise in the coaching space is valued by so many.
We talk about the seasons of life, how we don't need to be perfect parents and how we're all the masters of our own destiny.
Find out more about Zoe:https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoehawkinscoach/https://www.igcompany.co.uk/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Becky and Leanne, co-leads of the Working Parents Network at the John Lewis Partnership talk to me about their passion and dedication to supporting fellow parents at work by creating a community that can share, learn and inspire each other.
It just shows how much is possible if we all reach out to each other, with a common goal to support working parents. Having an employer that puts this firmly on the agenda is obviously key.
We also talk about the need to give working dads more of a voice and reference some other esteemed Parent Equation guests in this space.
Listen, subscribe and review from wherever you get your podcasts.
Find out more about Becky and Leanne:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-candy-942a178b/https://www.linkedin.com/in/leanne-chalmers-8aa86815a/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
"I can't be a taxi driver Mummy because I'm a girl."
This was her daughter's statement that started the Ducky Zebra journey. Sally's background isn't in fashion, or retail, but she knew that she wanted to tackle gender stereotypes and #breakthebias when it came to kids clothes.
So she quit her corporate job and put everything she had into her new business. It's a brand that creates happy, cheery clothes, celebrates kindness and confidence, and puts climbing and adventures above looks and beauty. Shorts that aren't too short. Tops without the itchy frills. And clothes with pockets to store away life's treasures.
This is a story of a passionate mum, of career change and of a determination to create clothes that are sustainable and fun.
Find out more about Sally:https://duckyzebra.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallyvdear/
https://www.instagram.com/duckyzebra/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Jen is such fun to talk to. Full of energy, full of love, full of inspiration.
And her journey from a children's intensive care nurse to leadership coach is a story of resilience, confidence and of embracing change to achieve a better life.
She shares how she came to the momentous decision to leave nursing, how she felt she lost her identity as a result but how she absolutely made the right choice. And how she now lives a life aligned to her values and how we can all make that happen for us too.
She also talks about her experiences of adoption and how she's managed that alongside career change.
There's so much to take away from this episode. LOVED IT!
Find out more about Jen:https://www.jensmollett.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-smollett-7ab011131/
Find out more about me:www.ayeshamurray.com
www.linkedin.com/in/ayeshamurray75
www.instagram.com/ayeshamurray_coaching
Naomi, like many of us, had a secure 9-5 (ish) corporate job but knew that she wanted more. The dream of owning her own cafe had been there for years so last year she and her husband finally took the plunge and left the corporate world behind.
In this episode she talks to me about how she got there (it's never an overnight thing) and the ups and downs of taking on an entirely new career, plus the example it's setting for her son.
Her passion for her new venture is evident and I hope goes some way to encouraging you to make a bold move, if that's what you really want to do.
Find out more about Naomi:https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomiausten/
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Jacob Merkley is a doting dad and husband, entrepreneur and co-founder of Story Tyke.
His goal is to help parents increase bonding time with their children through an easier storytime, which was music to my ears! He is a proud husband to the girl he met in a lift and is the proud father of three kids under six!
He freely admits that some of his previous ventures haven't worked out, but isn't that the true definition of an entrepreneur? Try, try and try again.
Jacob knows how important family life is and he has managed to pursue his entrepreneurial dream alongside bringing up his three gorgeous kids.
Find out more about Jacob:https://www.storytyke.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobmerkley/
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As a physician in the NICU (newborn intensive care unit), and working mum, Susan knows only too well how easy it is to burn out, physically and emotionally.
Through her personal experience, suffering from burnout late in her career, Susan shares how she recovered by fostering her own mental health.
She is really honest about post natal depression, the challenges of raising teenagers how her busy career influenced her parenting.
I don't come across many people with as much generosity of spirit and wisdom as Susan. so I really hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it.
Find out more about Susan Landers:
https://susanlandersmd.com/
www.linkedin.com/in/susan-landersmd/
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Hayley is as passionate about being a mum as she is about supporting small businesses to succeed. Her entrepreneurial spirit emerged at a young age and she was running her own company at 18, and is still going strong. Chuck in two kids and you have one of the most organised mums you'll ever meet!
We talk about family teamwork, kids independence and what it takes to be a successful business owner.
She inspired me so much that I booked a strategy session with her the next day!
Find out more about Hayley:https://www.iekos.co.uk/about-iekos/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayley-koseoglu-01502b20/
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Han-Son is the founder of DaddiLife and personally led the research programmes into the modern day dad - The Dad Index and The Millennial Dad at Work.
His work has been profiled in the likes of The Financial Times, Daily Telegraph and Huffington Post so it was an honour to chat to him on this episode of The Parent Equation.
Shining a light on modern day parenthood is a shared mission and passion so we covered parental leave, young fatherhood, diversity and inclusion and a lot more in between!
Find out more about Han-Son
www.daddilife.com
www.linkedin.com/in/han-son-lee-0a830516/
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In this episode, Eva talks to me about how we can understand our values and use them to support our decision making both professionally and at home.
As a global family, currently residing in Quito, Ecuador, she shares her experiences of bringing up a tri-lingual child, and how she hopes she will be a good role model based on her own travels and academic pursuits (namely as a Professor of Structural Engineering).
She's another great example of an educator making learning accessible for all, building a community of students through her own podcast.
Find out more about Eva:https://www.linkedin.com/in/evalantsoght/
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Amy and Sue talk to me about how parental leave is evolving in the US and their mission to bring parental leave to the forefront of employer's minds.
The Center for Parental Leave Leadership is the first consulting and coaching company devoted exclusively to helping US families, employees, employers, and companies improve their parental leave policy and practice.
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Dr. Stephanie Ryan, Ph.D. is a chemist, mum to Charlie, and a social media influencer who enjoys using her background to create superior educational products and content.
Although an academic at heart, Stephanie is passionate about learning through play. She can be found helping young kids explore the fascinating world around them and in this podcast, she shares just some of her inspiring ideas!
I was inspired and I hope you will be too!
Find out more about Stephanie:https://www.instagram.com/letslearnaboutscience/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sacr/http://www.letslearnaboutscience.com/
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Lizzie is on a mission to help organisations retain their talent through coaching programmes designed to support mums coming back to work.
She's passionate about instilling best practice from the top down so that we can make a step change in the way working parents are re-integrated after leave.
Our shared passion comes through in our conversation - I loved every minute.
Would really appreciate you leaving a review, and follow and share from wherever you get your podcasts!
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https://www.worklifemother.com/
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Jamie Brownlee, PR Director and father of two, shares his experiences of lockdown fatherhood, finding balance and how becoming a parent changes our perspective on life forever!
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In 2020 Paul's childhood dream job was taken away from him when a major British airline collapsed at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Rather than sitting around waiting for the situation to improve, he wanted to take control and use his skills to help others.
He set up The Cockpit Method™ to do just that, initially focusing on helping frontline workers manage stress and fatigue and now helping build resilience in businesses.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-green-fo
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In this episode, Delphine shares her story of how the hamster wheel of life became unsustainable, especially with growing family commitments and a daughter who needed extra support.
As with most of us, she assumed that a change of job, but not career was the solution. But redundancy gave her the impetus, and the buffer to look at something completely different and she ended up following her passion for personal business coaching.
She shares her views on how to move into self-employment, and how she loves being in charge of her own destiny.
Would really appreciate you leaving a review, and follow and share from wherever you get your podcasts!
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What's our purpose, our Why? Sue talks to me about her long and successful career, from corporate to self-employed consultant, while navigating bringing up three children, some of that time as a single mum.
I love that she talked to her children about their values, from an early age and how her values are still so pivotal in the decisions she makes in her career.
We talk about the opportunities children have now, given the exposure they have to the world at large, and how supporting an entrepreneurial mindset is so important to helping them shape their future.
Find out more about Sue:https://growthcounty.co.uk/
www.linkedin.com/in/suemoorecheshire/
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In this episode, Karen Taylor shares her journey, from corporate into starting her own business, Parent Cloud, supporting businesses to support their working parents.
She saw a gap in the market where working parents like her were missing valuable support in all areas of parenting, from fertility to nutrition, career coaching to infant sleep.
The Parent Cloud platform brings together a range of specialists which employees can access as part of their wellbeing package. I really hope more employers take this on, as looking at the needs of parents more holistically absolutely drives more efficiency, and happiness in the workforce.
Find out more about Karen and Parent Cloud:
www.linkedin.com/in/karen-taylor-a113845/
www.parent-cloud.com/
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Scott Tharler is so honest and open about the tough decisions we all have to make when trying to keep relationships and family together.
I'm so honoured he chose to share his story with me and I hope his candour gives others in similar situations the strength they need to make the right decisions for them.
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https://thefamilycto.podbean.com/
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Meet Daniel Spain, a working dad based in California, who talks candidly to me about anxiety, therapy and dealing with a high pressure career while raising a young family. The US story is really interesting listening for a UK audience.
Get 25 mins in and there's a lovely interlude from Daniel's son, a perfect example of the reality of being a working parent during a pandemic!
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www.instagram.com/darn.sprain/
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Mark Fielding, aka The Apocalypse Daddy, lives in the glorious Alps, with his French wife and his two bi-lingual children. During lockdown, Mark started to document family life and when it was so well received by family and friends, Apocalypse Daddy was born. It's evolving into an alternative lifestyle blog, covering everything the modern parent needs to know!
In this episode, he shares his love story, we talk about raising bi-lingual children, and how he manages work and family time so he can be as present as possible.
He's creative and inspiring, but at the same time, practical and very down to earth.
Check out his blog below and order his book when it becomes available!
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www.linkedin.com/in/markfieldingenglish/
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Rob did what so many of us are thinking of doing - he realised he was burnt out, realised that his family life was being compromised, so he took advantage of his redundancy and set up on his own.
He set up Dads in Business to give fellow working fathers the support and space to share their challenges. He's campaigning to engage more employers as well as giving dads the opportunity to have open and honest conversations.
He also runs his own Marketing business, which added to having 3 young kids, keeps him busy, but not to the detriment of his mental health and his family life.
Find out more about Rob:www.linkedin.com/in/robtaylorofficial/
https://0114marketing.co.uk/
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Hayley shares her US perspective of being a working parent, which feels like a very different experience to the UK. She chats to me about how stay at home dads are still very much in the minority in her circle, how much sooner mums go back to work in the US, after childbirth and how her company, like many others, are embracing the work life balance.
She's a very centered, pragmatic woman, employee and mother and her commitment to work and to her family is truly inspiring.
You can find Hayley on LinkedIn.
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In this episode, Cody and I discuss how building the foundations of a successful, balanced teenager starts in early childhood and it's our role as parents to create an environment where kids can flourish.
What role does social media play in the the life of a modern teenager? How can we, as parents, empower our kids to be the best they can be and carve out a life they're passionate about? How do we create unshakeable belief in themselves?
Cody uses coaching techniques to help children and teenagers create their own goals and find the right path for them, building motivation and confidence that will stay with them for a lifetime.
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www.teensuccess.life
www.facebook.com/teensuccess
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Emma founded Isabella & Us after her daughter was born, with a mission to support mums through the challenges we all face and often aren't prepared for.
She candidly shares her experience of post-natal depression, of managing her business alongside her full time teaching career and about rediscovering your identity after you've had kids.
Another inspirational working mum with a great story that we can all learn something from.
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www.instagram.com/isabella_and_us/
www.facebook.com/IsabellaandUs
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Lynsay is a Podcast & Business Coach with over 20 years experience as an award winning trainer, coach and mentor. She is the founder of the Podcasting for Business Awards which champions Indie podcasters from all over the world and is the host of the top ranking podcast, Podcasting for Business.
In particular, Lynsay is passionate about getting more female voices heard through the growing media of podcasting. Lynsay lives in the North West of England with her husband, two daughters and a gazillion pets!
In this episode, we talk about how she took the brave decision to leave her secure, corporate career in HR to work for herself and shares her top tips if you're in the same boat and need a boost of confidence to make it happen!
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In this fascinating episode, Carey and I talk about dealing with her son’s epilepsy and subsequent brain surgery, her passion for educating and coaching people around food and wellbeing and how we should all be confident to make changes in our lives, however difficult they might seem.
An inspiring conversation with an amazing woman, if you enjoyed this episode, please share and follow wherever you get your podcasts.
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www.linkedin.com/in/careydavismunro/
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In this episode, Paul talks about supporting his son's mental health and wellbeing through a pandemic as well as how his connection with his daughter is changing as she starts her teenage years. We also share our experiences of how our respective upbringings reflect the way we parent.
We talk about projecting our own values on to our children, walking and talking to free ourselves of the confines of a lockdown home and the importance of role modelling in coaching and for our kids. (And watch out for the grandfather clock indicating the end of our conversation!)
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www.thecompletecoach.co.uk/
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I love this episode as Ian and I have a shared mission to support working parents, in his case stressed dads. We talk about how dads are still sidelined in the childcare equation, how easy it easy for men to be blindsided by everything they have to do and why he's so passionate about driving forward the gender equality conversation.
His views on the parent equation are insightful, honest and make so much sense.
If you enjoyed this episode, then follow and share from wherever you get your podcasts!
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Listen to this episode and you'll hear how Richard has taken the impact of the pandemic on his career, his kids and family in his stride and looked at the opportunities rather than the constraints.
He's used the time to improve himself through study (Mini MBA with Mark Ritson) and to spend real quality time with his two boys, something which perhaps wouldn't have been possible had it not been for lockdown, remote working and homeschooling.
Not that any of it was easy of course, but taking an optimistic view really does go a long way to getting through everything life throws at us!
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Chatting to Nathan felt like being in the pub with an old friend. We talk about his journey from the corporate 9-5 to starting his own business, The Study Buddy, which helps teenagers and families with the overwhelm of coursework and exams. He also shares his experiences of parenthood, how he faced parental discrimination and how it's so important to be true to ourselves and our values.
He also has his own podcast, The Study Sessions, which I highly recommend!
And believe it or not, Nathan and I were the first year to take GCSEs (after O-Levels were retired)!
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www.linkedin.com/in/nathanmcgurl/
www.instagram.com/thestudybuddystudios/
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Recorded just before Chinese New Year 2021, Georgie, aka Chinese Chippy Girl, and I talk about Chinese culture, the beauty of mixed cultures and her pride at being a British Born Chinese. I also share more than I ever have on my background!
Enjoy and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!
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https://open.spotify.com/show/6iHWxDPFYbaCOp234um0sr?si=hz891a6ZQpqXvQF4852ivw
www.linkedin.com/in/georgie-ma-04765525/
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Talking to Michael was inspirational. He's a genuinely down-to-earth Aussie bloke, whose life took a very different path to the one he expected, one that has seen him become a solo dad to the wonderful Charlie, an advocate for gender equality and a champion for parents everywhere.
His story could have been very different, but clarity through crisis has given him the joy of an exceptional relationship with his daughter.
Find out more about Michael:https://michaelray.com.au/
www.linkedin.com/in/michael-ray-574079183/
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Alice is a wonderfully calm, insightful career coach, who specialises in coaching people in their 20s and 30s. She was my coach about 8 years ago and we've come full circle as she's now my coach again, except this time we both have children and I'm now a coach myself. So she inspired me all those years ago!
In this episode, we talk about the pressure of running your own business, how parental leave is a great time to reconsider what you really want out of work and how it feels when the word 'freedom' changes meaning once kids come along!
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James Millar has two passions, aside from his family of course - politics and feminism. We cover as much of that as we can in 45 minutes, but there's definitely scope for a return visit!
I love that he talks about the rights of fathers directly impacting the rights of mothers, as of course, the two are intrinsically linked.
He's written two books, The Gender Agenda (JKP 2017) & Dads Don't Babysit (Ortus books 2018) and he's the editor of the workingdads.co.uk website.
A busy man, I'm sure you'll agree! A great listen.
Get in touch with James:www.linkedin.com/in/james-millar-b5114852/
https://www.workingdads.co.uk
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Anni talks to me about how collaborative childcare when her children were young made her working life possible, perhaps something we should be considering rather than reverting automatically to nurseries or childminders?
We also talk about her great passion for lifting up other women, creating a supportive, empowering network where we can all flourish and thrive, and have the balanced life we deserve.
Anni also has her own podcast, Leaders in Conversation, where she talks to inspirational leaders about their journey, passions and purpose - definitely worth checking out!
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www.annitownend.com/
www.instagram.com/leadersinconversation/
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So excited to have John Adams on this episode of The Parent Equation.
John has been championing working parents for years, through his award-winning blog DadBlogUK and the accompanying podcast DadPodUK.
He's also one of seven LinkedIn Changemakers tasked with changing the face of the modern workplace, his particular passion being pushing the agenda on flexible working.
There's so much to take away from this episode.
Get in touch with John:www.linkedin.com/in/john-adams-dadbloguk/
https://dadbloguk.com/
www.instagram.com/dadbloguk
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Welcome to Episode 9 of The Parent Equation, with me Ayesha Murray.
In this episode, Lee Witherell shares his life stories with me, from bringing up 2 daughters (now well-rounded teenagers) alongside a very successful marketing career, as well as taking part in a record-breaking row across the Channel and becoming a qualified personal trainer. This man can do everything!
He's certainly a shining example of someone who is constantly looking to better themselves, either through learning something new or setting themselves a seemingly enormous challenge. All done with good humour and positivity.
So thanks for listening, remember to follow, share and check out the other episodes on all major platforms.
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Happy New Year and welcome back to The Parent Equation!
In this episode, you'll hear Lisa’s story. It's one of tragedy, grief, hope and immense bravery and just shows how it’s so important for us to take control of whatever life throws at us.
I really admired her strength and pragmatism and hope her latest transition from recruitment to interview coaching is a huge success for her.
She also shares her views on how job hunting has changed since COVID-19 and her thoughts on how to stay sane!
Thanks for listening, remember to follow, share and check out the other episodes on all major platforms.
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In this Interlude episode, I'm not joined by a guest but instead share my thoughts on self-compassion and how by being kind to ourselves builds resilience and confidence, never more needed as we leave behind a very tumultuous year.
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This episode of The Parent Equation sees me talking to Lee Houghton, a Business Improvement Coach who has found true balance in his life through three important life lessons shared with him by his late best friend.
Lee is uplifting, passionate and full of energy. He's sure to bring a smile to your day, as he did for me when we recorded this episode.
This is my last episode for 2020 and it's great to end on such a positive note after the year we've all had.
Remember to follow, like and share. Merry Christmas and see you on the other side!
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Hannah Norris is 45, single and has been on an IVF journey for 6 years. She runs her own business and by her own admission, it's that responsibility that has kept her grounded during what has been an extremely gruelling and emotional process.
In this episode, she shares her story and her experiences of IVF and egg donation both in the UK and abroad.
It's compelling and heartbreaking and I thank her so much for being on the show.
You can get in touch with Hannah at hannah@nourishpr.com.
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Sam is a specialist parenting coach who runs Assured Parenting, supporting parents who want to find what we all crave - a more harmonious household. It was great to hear her insights and experiences from someone who lives and breathes it every day.
She also runs her business from home and talks about her journey from teaching in a classroom to coaching from her living room.
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In this episode, I chat to Julian Roberts, an Executive Leadership Coach. I had the pleasure of being on his podcast, Coaching Conversations, and am really glad I can reciprocate.
I really admired his honesty and openness, something which we could all do with more of during these challenging times. His empathetic approach to parenting gave me some real food for thought and I hope you find our conversation equally inspiring.
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In this episode, I chat to Holly Roberts, an ex-pat Coach, currently living in Madrid with her young family. We met through our coaching network when she was living in Buenos Aires. Since then she's moved to Madrid, during a pandemic no less!
She talks to me about using Clean Language to help her children manage change, how adapting to new cultures has improved her resilience and the wonderful opportunities living in other countries provide.
I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed hearing her story.
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In this episode, I chat to Abby Mangold, working mum of two and founder of The Mangold Consultancy, a crisis communications agency.
We talk about how she took the brave step from corporate life into running her own business, as well as how she makes time for herself and a certain love of 90s dance music (and there's nothing wrong with that!)
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I'm so excited to welcome you to my new podcast, The Parent Equation.
In this series, I talk to inspirational working parents about their experiences of managing a career alongside raising a family. The ups, the downs, the challenges, the joys. I hope in each episode, there's something that will bring you a bit of strength and positivity.
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