Podcast: Mindfulness in the Workplace
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Podcast: Mindfulness in the Workplace

Mindfulness is one of those buzzwords that seems to be here to stay. The Collins dictionary describes mindfulness as: “A mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations, used as a therapeutic technique.”In this podcast recording, I speak with mindfulness expert, Audrey Tang about what mindfulness actually means and how to use mindfulness techniques in the workplace.
Do you have the right skills and attitude to be a WAHM?
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Do you have the right skills and attitude to be a WAHM?

If you’re new here, let me just start by defining WAHM: it is a ‘work-at-home mum’. WAHMs can be self-employed or work for an employer – there are so many options available these days. However, the primary requirement to be called a WAHM is to, well, to work from home.

My first experience of working from home started about 13 years ago, shortly after returning to work from maternity leave. I had applied to work flexibly at work, and the editorial director was so incensed by the audaciousness that she made me a full-time homeworker. I would show up in the office once a fortnight just to stay connected to my work colleagues and to attend meetings.

What Does Super Mario Have to Do with Business Failure?
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What Does Super Mario Have to Do with Business Failure?

‘Failure’ should not be a dirty word. It really shouldn’t. But for many, the fear of failure can be the main reason why there is no motivation even to try, to take that first step. It really shouldn’t be. Let’s have that determination to keep taking another step and never to give up. The courage to keep trying is why I use the example of playing Super Mario (you’ll understand it better when you listen to the podcast!)
Podcast: Has LGBTQ in Schools Gone Too Far?
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Podcast: Has LGBTQ in Schools Gone Too Far?

A recent petition on Change.org asked for parents to take back control of sex education. It seems that some parents have lost a lot of the insight into what's being discussed about LGBTQ in schools. Should parents take back the control, or is a petition taking too far?
Podcast: How Can Couples Budget Without Fighting?
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Podcast: How Can Couples Budget Without Fighting?

While today may well be Valentine’s Day - the one day in the year when couples are supposed to be loved up - for the rest of the year, it may not all be roses and chocolates!  
According to research, money problems are pitted as one of the main causes of divorce and breakups - often ahead of infidelity and other issues. 
A recent poll of more than 2,000 British adults by legal firm Slater and Gordon last year, pitted money worries top the list of reasons why married couples split up. One in five of couples say it was the biggest cause of marital strife. 
Heidi Allan from financial wellbeing experts, Neyber, joins Mothers Who Work on today’s podcast to help mums avoid fights and disagreements about money.
What happens when you take your employer to a tribunal?
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What happens when you take your employer to a tribunal?

Yesterday, we gave you a rundown on what to expect at work during your pregancy from first to second, to third trimester. Today, we’ll be looking at what to do if your employer turns nasty during your pregnancy.

Making a decision to take your employer to a tribunal won’t have been easy. However, if you don’t do something about it, they get away with it and will likely do it again. Every wonan has the right to be treated fairly at work – pregnancy can be stressful enough if you have health issues; and there’s so much you may already have on your mind in prepapration for your bundle of joy anyway, so havig issues at work just compounds the issue.

managing mobile phone usage of children
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Why I think children should use an iPhone….all the safety reasons

It’s often suggested that children are given a brick phone when they start going to school independently. This is so that, should they be targetted by thieves, they don’t lose out on an expensive phone. A thief would probably spit at them than to take the phone – and that is safer than being beaten up or stabbed for the latest smartphone.

 

While I see the logic behind this, I don’t agree. That’s why my son has an iPhone. I probably shouldn’t even be putting it out there for the world to see, but I’ll explain why I would rather he uses a smartphone (and the iPhone is easier because it connects to all my own devices) than a brick.

Celebrate the Gift of Reading with Scholastic Book Parties!  
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Celebrate the Gift of Reading with Scholastic Book Parties!  

It’s been well documented that reading for pleasure helps children achieve more both at school and in life. If you love reading and have a passion for children’s books, then Scholastic Book Parties offers a fantastic opportunity to help support literacy through running your own book business.
If you dream about working from home with flexible hours to suit you then why not join the party? Work for yourself selling a brilliant range of children’s books from the world’s leading publishers at great value prices. Sign up and join the Scholastic Book Champions this autumn.
work from home as a virtual assistant in the property department
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How to work in property (real estate) from home

If you’re looking for a new business idea that is flexible enough to work around the children or any other commitments, virtual assistance has been a viable and lucrative option for many mums. And the property (real estate) industry needs mums who can manage the demands and provide the excellent service that all the juggling of motherhood has prepared you for.

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For a mother who wishes to earn some money and contribute to the household finances, while at the same time remain being the lead carer for her children, then working from home can be a very flexible option. We at theanswercentre.co.uk understand the reasons why many mums seek work-from-home options so they can have a better quality of life and also do something they enjoy.

don't you care?
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Start giving a …care! Why you never make money in your business ventures…

If I had a tenner for every person who I’ve ever spoke to about their new business venture who I could tell probably wouldn’t go very far with it, I’d be one of the dragons on Dragons Den…or something very similar.
It’s not because I think they won’t make it out of some inherent pessimistic streak thats running through my veins. If you know me, you’ll know that I always try to encourage, inspire and motivate those around me.
Survival tips for fantastically busy working mums
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Survival tips for fantastically busy working mums

Are you a mum who sets yourself crazy high standards? It takes a lot to be the amazing, domestic goddess and a career high flyer too are. Here are some tips to help you become an even more successful working mum, without reaching the limit (if you have more tips – send them in – sharing is caring).

everything you need to know about public liability insurance
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Everything you need to know about Public Liability Insurance

With life often pulling us in all manner of different directions, juggling family and business can often be one of life’s greatest challenges.

But, if you have landed on my blog, you’re already nailing work, business, money and being a mum! After all, anyone can turn their talents into a business and do what they love, even if you are busy nurturing your little ones. You just have to have the drive and determination to turn your vision into a reality.