Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

The Zen of working school holidays

The school holidays are upon us.  Six whole weeks of summer fun.  As a mumpreneur, isn’t it great to have complete flexibility over your school holidays? No more haggling with childless colleagues to swap holiday dates. No more pleading with the boss to give you time off during “his busiest time of the year”. So ladies, do you feel ready for the holidays? Or are you ringing your…
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Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

How to avoid work at home scams

Have you always wanted to join the thousands of mum and dadpreneurs who have a home based business? If you have, but have held back because you’re not sure what type of business to go for, it certainly is wise to take your time over making that decision.  After all, you’ll want a business that you will enjoy, will fit around the family, and of course one that pays. But how can you…
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Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

Exclusive interview with TV presenter & London Mum Konnie Huq

Enjoy this exclusive interview with TV presenter & London Mum Konnie Huq, best known for presenting the Xtra Factor.  Konnie Huq at The Prince’s Trust Celebrate Success Awards at Odeon Leicester Square on 23 March 2011 in London Q: First of all congratulations on your new baby. Every new addition brings a lot of extra work and tiredness to every mum.  How do you juggle work and…
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Are mothers innovators? Here is what it takes to be Mothers of Innovation

I recently attended the Mothers of Innovation conference with inspirational speakers showcasing examples (often personal) of initiatives and programmes created by mothers and implemented in Africa, Middle East and Scotland that led to positive changes within societies. If there is a message that I came away with is that there’s no stopping mums, who are incredibly caring human beings capable…
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Mumdex Manifesto: Mums hit hardest by the increased costs of living while contributing £37.2 billion to the UK economy

Yesterday I went to the House of Commons for the launch of the first in a series of special Mumdex reports carried out by supermarket chain Asda in the run up to the 2015 election. With a year to go until voters take to the polls to elect the next British Government, all parties are starting to target parents to get them on their side. The Mumdex reports are regular surveys aimed at tracking the…
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Spring Clean your CV!

Spring is here at last! Feeling a surge of energy as a result of the sunny days and brighter evenings you might think about decluttering the house and detoxing your diet in readiness for the Summer but what about your career? Whether you are thinking of returning to work after having a break or wanting to change jobs now is the time to direct a bit of energy to your CV and job search. Firstly, you…
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Mumpreneur's testimonial: Mum of 4 Louisa Whitlock talks about her thriving baby bag business & juggling work with a young family

This month’s mumpreneur’s testimonial is by creator of Hamilton Turnberry and mother of four, 33-year-old Louisa Whitlock, who talks to us about her thriving baby bag business and juggling work with a young family. Where were you born and where do you live now? I’m an Essex girl to my core. I was born in Rochford, lived on Canvey Island until I was 23 and then moved to Benfleet…
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£1000 grants available for parents wanting a flexible, fun and creative career

Would you enjoy helping to inspire children with a love of arts and crafts? Do you dream of running your own successful business without having to sacrifice your family life? You do? (Well, who wouldn’t?) Then you should seriously consider running your own Creation Station franchise. The Creation Station is an award-winning organisation that’s dedicated to bringing fun, educational and…
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Don’t let your bump push you out of your boardroom

Read our top tips for mothers returning to work after maternity leave or an extended career break after having children. Leaving your baby for the first time and settling back into your role is a big adjustment after maternity leave. And an even bigger adjustment if you have been out of work for a few years. Set yourself an action plan of steps as this will help you feel more confident about…
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Exclusive interview with Lorraine Kenny, mum of Olympic star cyclist Jason Kenny

After the magic Olympic season last year and Wimbledon this year, mums of big sport’s stars have come under the spotlight and I wonder what it takes to recognise talent in your children and nurture it to make them shine. Here is an inspirational exclusive interview with Lorraine Kenny, best known as mum to Jason Francis Kenny, OBE and English track cyclist, who along with Chris Hoy, won gold…
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