Why do some women always seem to get the opportunities, promotions and insider information… while others work just as hard and get overlooked?

It’s not luck. And it’s not talent.

It’s something most working moms don’t even realise they’re missing.

Most working moms don’t have a time problem, they have a network problem.

In this episode, I sit down with Beth Mazza, co-founder of Female Mavericks and author of Entrepreneur Like a Mother, to unpack the real reason some women get ahead faster than others.

Beth introduces the concept of a “Kitchen Cabinet”, a small, intentional network of people who help you make better decisions, open doors and navigate your career with confidence.

We talk about:

Why traditional networking doesn’t work for moms

The 3 types of people every woman needs:

Cheerleaders

Connectors

Compensators

How to reach out to people (without feeling awkward)

Why women hesitate to ask for help, and how to change that

The “1 in 5 rule” that removes fear of rejection

How to build powerful connections in just 15 minutes at a time

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still being overlooked… this episode will change how you think about your career.

Chapters

00:00 Building Your Kitchen Cabinet

07:50 The Power of Intentional Networking

16:02 Navigating Connections: Finding Your Network

20:59 Understanding the Roles: Cheerleaders, Connectors, and Compensators

28:47 Overcoming Barriers: Why Women Struggle to Support Each Other

Related articles on building your own Kitchen Cabinet:

The Kitchen Cabinet You Actually Need (And How to Build It) - Female Mavericks https://t.ly/1c1Am

The Compensator: The Kitchen Cabinet Member You Didn't Know You Needed - Female Mavericks https://t.ly/mbDm7

The Connector: The Kitchen Cabinet Member Who Opens Doors You Can't - Female Mavericks https://t.ly/dEwGQ

The Cheerleader You Didn't Know You Needed - Female Mavericks https://t.ly/4_xRI

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Your Mindset Matters More Than Money in Buying a HomeMany working moms delay home ownership, not because of money, but because of fear, social pressure or keeping up appearances by living in the “right” area.

In this episode, we explore how moms can take control of their finances and make intentional choices that can create long-term stability.

In this episode of The MOMents Podcast, Emarie Campbell of Pam Golding Blouberg shares:

• Why waiting to buy may cost you more than you think
  

• How to start small and scale your property investment
  

• Hidden costs of home ownership vs. renting
  

• How to teach your kids financial responsibility and legacy
  

• Tips for finding the right mortgage and getting pre-approved

Chapters

00:00 Challenging the Money Myth in Home Ownership

02:49 Understanding the Real Barriers to Home Ownership

05:38 The Pressure of Social Expectations

08:28 Navigating the Property Market: Practical Steps

11:01 The Importance of Early Investment in Property

13:48 Hidden Costs of Home Buying

16:31 Market Timing: When to Buy

17:37 Empowering Future Generations through Home Ownership

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Working mothers constantly feel torn between corporate culture and school calendars. In this episode, HR specialist Silke Rathbone honestly speaks about many issues moms face in the workplace. We talk about trust, flexibility in practice (not just policy), fairness in promotions and why open communication with HR can change everything.

If you’re a working mom feeling torn between office expectations and family responsibilities, this episode will help you understand:

• How workplace flexibility really works (and where it falls short)

• Why performance should be measured by output — not hours at your desk

• How burnout, emotional labour and “invisible work” impact promotions

• What HR’s true role is in supporting employees and protecting the business

• How leave policies are evolving for modern families

• How to advocate for yourself in conversations about hybrid work, sick leave and career growth

This episode is for moms who dream of their corporate and family worlds coexisting. It’s for leaders who want to build better workplace policies. And it’s for HR professionals who genuinely care about the future of work.

🎧 Brave enough to hear the truth? Hit play.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Navigating the Dual Calendars of Working Moms

02:43 The Shift in Corporate Culture Post-COVID

05:41 Building a Culture of Trust in the Workplace

07:25 Measuring Performance Beyond Clock Watching

09:21 The Role of HR in Supporting Flexibility

12:09 Addressing Burnout and Emotional Labor

14:42 Bridging the Gap Between Corporate and School Calendars

17:30 Flexibility and Family Responsibility Leave

19:28 Rethinking Leave Policies for Modern Families

21:45 Ensuring Fairness in Promotions and Opportunities

23:16 Creating Open Conversations with HR

26:07 Hope for the Future of Work for Moms

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