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

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

What We Cover:

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

Key Takeaways:

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

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

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

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

Why You Should Listen:

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

Show Links:

Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts here

Connect with Monique here

Visit the On Demand CMO website here

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

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

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

💬 What We Cover:

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

🙋‍♀️ Whether You're:

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

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

💡 Key Takeaways:

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

Show Links:

Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts here

Connect with Rebecca here

Learn more about Get Ahead here

Join over 1 million customers and counting who are saving money on their household bills with Utility Warehouse. Discover how much you can save here.

Support the show

Sign up for our newsletter and never miss an episode!

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Join over 1 million customers and counting who are saving money on their household bills with Utility Warehouse. Discover how much you can save here.

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This week on Work It Like a Mum, I’m joined by the brilliant Laura Nesbitt—career coach, mum, and expert in helping people figure out what they actually want before jumping into job boards.

We dive into the real reasons so many women feel stuck in their careers—and why the answer isn’t always a new job.

💡 We talk about:

• Why updating your CV is the last thing you should do
• How to get crystal clear on what lights you up (and what doesn’t)
• The power of designing your career around your life, not the other way around
• What burnout really looks like—and how to stop blaming the wrong things
• Laura’s lightbulb moment that changed everything (and how you can have one too)

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Start with who you are now, not who you were years ago.
• Your career should fit your life—not fight against it.
• Feeling stuck? It might be your lifestyle, not your job.
• Self-awareness is your superpower—use it before you start job hunting.
• Clarity = confidence = better career decisions.

🎧 Tune in now for an honest, uplifting, and practical chat that might just change how you think about work forever.

Show Links:

Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts here

Connect with Laura here

Join over 1 million customers and counting who are saving money on their household bills with Utility Warehouse. Discover how much you can save here.

Boost your career with Investing in Women's Career Coaching! Get expert CV, interview, and LinkedIn guidance tailored for all career stages. Navigate transitions, discover strengths, and reach goals with our personalised approach. Book now for your dream job! Use 'workitlikeamum' for a 10% discount.

Support the show

Sign up for our newsletter and never miss an episode!

Follow us on Instagram.

Join over 1 million customers and counting who are saving money on their household bills with Utility Warehouse. Discover how much you can save here.

And here's your invite to our supportive and empowering Facebook Group, Work It Like a Mum - a supportive and safe networking community for professional working mothers. Our community is full of like-minded female professionals willing to offer support, advice or a friendly ear. See you there!