Conversations with inspiring women who have found their strength, broken down stereotypes, created a life beyond their wildest dreams and paved the way for a new narrative!
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Follow my journey in self-development. Quitting my teaching job and attempting to be the sole earner for my children whilst discovering who I really want to be as a person which has led me to my NLP journey. I'm hoping this can inspire others- single parent families or otherwise, that dreams are achievable and I'm soo excited about these NLP techniques, I want to share them with others too.
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Welcome to the Beanstalk Single Mums podcast with your host Lucy Good, founder of beanstalkmums.com.au. This podcast is designed to support and empower single mums from all walks of life and on every stage of their single mother journey. Lucy chooses expert guests who provide valuable information in every area of single motherhood including separation, family law, children of divorce, co-parenting, solo-parenting, education, careers, dating, sex, health, household and a range of money matters.
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Being a Young Single Mum: Statistics, Stereotypes & Success
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Meet Shannon... She's an amazing young mum who's overcome the odds and created a beautiful life for her family, which now also includes a kitten. Shannon could have become just another 'statistic', having grown up in a relatively low socio-economic area, and falling pregnant at a very young age. She chose instead though, to set out on her own with …
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Meet Marie... She's a beautiful woman raising two sons on her own after the passing of her husband and love of her life. This is a captivating story of strength and inspiration... listen as Marie shares how the grief and love for her husband have empowered her to support others on their healing journey. You can connect with Marie here: https://www.…
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Sobriety, Diblings and 36 Hours of Hell
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Meet Priscilla... With over 20 years experience in the advertising industry, leading multi-disciplined, global teams, Priscilla left that behind to become a conscious solo-mum of twins through the donor process. Wordly, dynamic, and generous in the sharing of her story, Priscilla shares so much wisdom and humour throughout our entire conversation! …
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Ivana - Choosing to Live for Now
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Meet Ivana... in her 19 years as a single mum, she's experienced many ups and downs. In addition to her son, growing her thriving website design and marketing business and her love of travel, listen as she shares some of the greatest lessons learned from her unexpected and life threatening diagnosis. If you'd like to connect more with Ivana, you ca…
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Susie, Missy Massy, and a Global Empire in the Making
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Meet Susie Taaffe the dynamic creator of Missy Massy... an online community empowering women in their femininity through fashion! Susie's mission is for all women to feel AMAZING everyday in the clothes they wear... and she's going global with her personally designed 'petti-pants' to achieve that! Support the show…
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How giving to charity at Christmas can really help your kids
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We can hardly be blamed for getting caught up in consumerism at Christmas. It is everywhere! We are constantly encouraged to buy more, to eat more, and to keep up with everyone around us. Quite frankly, it's exhausting. Are you ready to pull in the reigns this Christmas and to offer a little of what you have to those in desperate need? Christmas is…
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How to get help with this parenting gig
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I honestly don't believe there is a parent alive who doesn't struggle at times. How can we not? There are no hard and fast rules for parenting. No guide to follow, or exams to pass. Yes, parenting is a mission of trying your best and sometimes winning but sometimes not. All the while learning but constantly evolving because no two days and no two k…
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Receive and give support as a single mum this Christmas
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Christmas can be a particularly hard time for many single mothers. We feel pressured to create a picture-perfect Christmas for our kids, complete with stereotypical family and presents galore. Is it any wonder that we experience more Christmas-fear than Christmas-cheer? To help lighten the load for struggling single mums, I chat to Major Beth Twive…
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What to do if the other parent breaches court orders
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You've been through hell and high water, but finally you and your ex have got your courts orders approved by the family court in relation to the care of your children after separation. All you need to do now, is follow them. Simple. Not always. It is way too common for co-parents to breach carefully planned court orders, which can cause havoc for e…
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Why separating without lawyers is definitely a thing
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It is a myth that you need to hire lawyers to separate and divorce. You don't. Property settlement is essentially a financial exercise that a lot of separating couples can work through together with the support of an expert. Which is where Belinda from Divide comes in. Belinda works with separating couples throughout Australia to help you financial…
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Your official guide to Child Care Subsidy balancing
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It's that time of year ladies ... don't delay and confirm your income with Services Australia today! Why? Because once you have, Services Australia can get to work and balance your child care subsidy for the financial year. If you are hesitant for any reason, listen to this podcast with Hank Jongen, General Manager of Services Australia, because he…
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4 Simple strategies for a low conflict separation
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A low conflict separation might seem like a contradiction in terms but it really is possible for many ex-couples. Maybe not right now, but certainly in time. The truth is, it only takes one person to counteract conflict with a more effective and peaceful resolution process. If you want to be this person, this podcast will help you move your separat…
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Expert advice to find your single mum style
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Do you, like me, feel that you have lost touch of what your personal style is? Or do you know what you want your style to be but don't have the time to rock it? Then stay tuned. I chat to Danielle Johansen from Threadicated, an online and shipped to your door personal fashion styling service. This is a lady who has spent years in the fashion indust…
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Covid disaster payments: What you need to know
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Lockdowns are becoming part and parcel of daily life here in Australia, but they certainly don't get easier, especially if you are losing work each time. On this podcast, I chat to Hank Jongen, General Manager of Services Australia, who are doing a heroic job of getting covid disaster payments out to those in need, when they need it. This factual c…
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Genius tips for the first time (in a long time) dating single mum
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Terrified of dating after being off the scene for so long? We get it! I chat to Elly Johnson who, alongside Leena Sisco, owns TruthLove Academy, designed to help women date smart and date safe. Elly explains how to get perfectly poised to make your debut into the dating world. Then, once you're off and running, how to protect yourself, enjoy yourse…
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Helpful tips to complete your tax return in 2021
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I talk to Tim Loh who is the Assistant Commissioner at the ATO and tax time spokesperson for 2021 to help single mums across Australia with their tax returns. In this podcast we cover-off on these points: Whether you need to lodge a tax return and how to do it What can (and can't) be claimed as a work related expense What to do if you get a tax bil…
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The Family Home Guarantee: What you need to know
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Get the absolute latest information available about the all-new Family Home Guarantee in this chat with Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Housing, the Hon Michael Sukkar MP. We cover: What the Family Home Guarantee is; the motivation behind the scheme; the impact owning a home can have on single parent families; the eligibility criteria for the …
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A candid guide to the property market for single mothers
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Desperate for your forever home? We can help! I chat with Louis Christopher from QSM Research about the facts that matter when looking to purchase a property, whether that be right now, or at some point in the future. We discuss: An overview of the Australian property market with speculation to the future; the impact of Covid, JobKeeper and HomeBui…
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Simple stress management tips to teach your kids
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Stressed out kids = stressed out parents, and vice versa. For this reason, I chat to Dr Louise Metcalfe about how to help our children manage stress and anxiety on a daily basis. We discuss: Why it's so important for the gorgeous little people in our worlds to understand their emotions and take care of their mental health; the benefits of the much …
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4 Surprising tips to make online dating work for you
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YES, it can work and I have seen the proof! So this podcast is all about making online dating work for you. I chat to the perfect person, Sharon Draper who is a psychologist and the relationship expert at eharmony. We discuss: Why online dating is a good way for single mums to meet potential partners; the importance of "self" when you online date; …
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Helping single mums understand and manage anxiety
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Beyond Blue were kind enough to let me borrow their lead clinical advisor, Grant Blashki, to discuss this all-important topic of understanding and managing anxiety as a single mother. Listen to us chat about: What anxiety actually is and the different types (yes, there is more than one type!); the red flags that suggest anxiety is reaching a level …
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How to add oomph to your sex life when you're single
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Yes! You can have a satisfying sex life with yourself! I talk to Chantelle Otten, Ambassador and resident Sexologist at Lovehoney, Australia's No.1 sexual happiness people. We cover: The benefits of regular and satisfying self-pleasure (this may surprise you); Chantelle's top tips to get started with your sensual self-pleasure journey; sex toys for…
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How to have the best orgasms of your life
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I chat to mother and daughter sexperts, Dr Janet Hall and Ella Hall from Women's Pleasure Power about how to have mind-blowing orgasms and a wonderfully fulfilled sex life. We discuss: Why it's so important to have lots of wonderful orgasms; what a "full body orgasmic state" is and how to achieve it; some sneaky snippets and tips from Dr Jan and El…
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Am I drinking too much? And what next if I am?
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Love your wine a little too much? You are not alone. More and more mums are turning to alcohol to help ease the stresses of daily life. I chat to Victoria Vanstone from Drunk Mummy Sober Mummy about her story that led her to sobriety and to become a more present and patient mother. We chat about: Why you don't have be in rehab to admit to a drinkin…
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Helping single mum move forward after DV
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I speak to Alison Howard from 1800RESPECT to help single mums who are struggling to move forward and live healthy, happy lives following the trauma of a DV relationship. We discuss: The issues you might experience following a DV relationship; the cycle of domestic violence - what it is and how to break it; advice on parenting with your abuser; how …
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Dealing with debt and getting your finances back on track
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The National Debt Helpline are simply the BEST service. And I am lucky to chat to Deborah Naylor, the NDH Supervisor, who not only has 20 years experience in the financial counselling sector BUT is also a single mum! We discuss: The stigma around debt and why people find it so hard to reach out; how debt can negatively impact so many areas of your …
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Guiding teenage boys to grow into healthy, happy men
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Maggie Dent and I have a really fascinating chat about raising teenage boys and touch on lots of tips from her new book: From Boys to Men: Guiding teen boys to grow into healthy, happy men. Amongst other things we discuss: The inner workings of the mind and body of teenage boys and how knowing this can seriously help; tips for chatting to your teen…
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Choosing the right private health insurance for your single parent family
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Get completely non-bias advice (without the sale) about private health insurance for your single parent family in this chat with Paul Pfitzner from the Private Health Insurance Ombudsman and the brilliant PrivateHealth.gov.au website. We discuss: How private health insurance works and what is covered; what happens when you separate and whether your…
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Single mum budgeting: Why, how and the tools to use
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MoneySmart.gov.au is the BEST personal finance resource and I am excited to chat to the lady who manages it ... Laura Higgins. Our topic: Budgeting. Now, stay with us as it's easier than you think. Listen to us discuss: What a personal budget actually is; the importance of budgeting and tracking your spending; how to simplify the process and make i…
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How to choose the right child care centre for your little one
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Desperately trying to find the perfect child care centre for your little one? Let us help you as I chat to Gabby Hegerty from the new game-changing search and compare child care website, Toddle. We discuss: The advantages of enrolling your child in a child care centre; what actually makes a good care centre; the incredible range of different child …
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Helpful tips to complete your tax return in 2020
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Worried about completing your tax return this year with the added complications of the Coronavirus supplements and work from home? We have you covered as Lucy chats to Karen Foat from the ATO to help demystify your tax return and help you with what you need to know to complete it. Listen to us discuss: How to know if you need to lodge a tax return;…
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Your step-by-step guide to mediation with Relationships Australia
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HELP! We're separated and can't agree on anything! Is this you? If so, then listen to Lucy chat with Tara Houseman from Relationships Australia about everything "mediation". We discuss: The range of services offered by Relationships Australia to help couples going through separation; the family dispute resolution process i.e. what happens and when;…
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Got a spare room and needs some help? Here’s an idea for you.
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Get free home help in exchange for renting out your spare room! It's super easy. I chat with Ludwina Dautovic, Founder of The Room Xchange, which is an online platform that connects busy households with a spare bedroom with guests who provide an agreed amount of help in Xchange for food and accommodation. We discuss: The process to become a host; h…
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The facts and deadlines to be aware of as EOFY19/20 approaches
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Hank Jongen, General Manager at Services Australia, provides facts and deadlines to meet our EOFY obligations on-time and in-order. He talks as through: When and how to confirm your 2018-19 income; how to find out if you need to lodge a tax return; the deadline to make a lump sum FTB claim for the 2018-19 financial year and whether you are eligible…
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Expert tips to save time and money in the kitchen
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4 Ingredients founder, Kim McCosker, is my guest in this podcast to share her magic and knowledge around saving time and money in the kitchen. We discuss: The wonder of the 4 Ingredients method and why it's so popular; menu planning and other time saving tips; Kim's top money saving tips for the kitchen; the best herbs and spices to fill your cupbo…
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How to use time in isolation to get your career back on track
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Covid-19 is upon us and the world has paused. What does this mean for you? Like many, you may have lost your job, either temporarily or permanently, and are wondering: 'What now?'. In this podcast I get 30-years of expertise from Helen Slater, Founder of 6S Coaching, about: changing your mindset around the pandemic to see it as an opportunity rathe…
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Homeschooling: How to get started when you have no idea
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Our worst nightmare: Homeschooling is hitting the homes of families across the world. BUT don't panic. I chat with education and curriculum expert, Karen Green from MAPPEN, about how to make homeschooling work and come out the other side still talking to your kids. We discuss: How to prepare for home learning and what to expect; routines - to have …
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How to have fun with virtual dating during isolation
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Dating just got harder! Yep, social distancing and isolation really hampers your mission to find Mr Right. Or does it? I chat to author, columnist and mother of three, Kerri Sackville about how to have fun with virtual dating. We chat and laugh about: The advantages of virtual dating; what a virtual date looks like and how to prepare for one; the b…
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The easiest way to give your child a head start in reading
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Do you love books, and want your children love them too? I chat to Sara Leman, the co-author of Reading Eggs, about how to make it happen. Listen to us discuss: What the prerequisites for starting school actually are (you may be surprised); brilliant pre-school literacy activities that are heaps of fun; habits/routines we can create to foster good …
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What to expect if your parenting matter goes to family court
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Terrified of the prospect of attending family court? You are not alone. Carolyn Devries from New Ways Lawyers saves the day and explains everything you need to know to put your mind at rest. We discuss: the order of key events for parenting matters in the family court; the difference between Family Dispute Resolution and Mediation; court documents …
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How to recover from a narcissistic relationship
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Do you feel broken, crazy and emotionally drained following a breakup with a narcissist? Help is here. I chat to Breakup Recovery and Dating Coach, Cheryl Chong, from Steps To Happyness to help you overcome and MOVE ON. Listen to us discuss: The true traits of a narcissist and how these traits affect a relationship; the first steps to recovery bein…
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Co-parenting with a passive aggressive ex
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Having a co-parenting nightmare with your passive aggressive ex? Don't panic! We can help. I chat to Sallyanne Hartnell from Reflect Coaching on ways to deal with this infuriating behaviour. Listen to us discuss: The traits of the passive aggressive person; what problems you might encounter when co-parenting and how to overcome them; brilliant tips…
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Should I change back to my maiden name, or not?
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Not divorced yet but want to change your name? You can! And it's EASY. I chat to Gen Dennis from Easy Name Change about: Why it is so important for you to feel comfortable with your name; why making the decision to revert to your maiden name could be a great move for you; the pitfalls of changing your name; Gen's super-simple guide to change your n…
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How to date without losing your mind or losing hope
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All guys are duds! No they're not! You just need to get this dating thing right and see the truth to fast-track you to find the perfect long-term partner. And there is nobody better equiped to shed the light (and the love) than Elly Johnson from Truth Lies & Love. We chat about: How to weed out the duds early on; the most common mistakes us women m…
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What does it actually mean to 50/50 co-parent?
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Why the hell does 50/50 co-parenting cause so much confusion? In this information-packed podcast I chat to Melinda Nutting and Tania Fitzpatrick from Step By Step Support to unpack what 50/50 co-parenting actually means. Our chat includes: Understanding the difference between co-parenting and parallel parenting;Bird nesting - what it is and how it …
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Why dreaming isn't everything but it certainly helps
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There is nothing more inspiring than a single mum who has taken on the world and lived to tell her story! That is exactly what Lisa Burling has done. Lisa believes that living courage, faith and gumption (love that word!) today can lead you to live the life you want tomorrow. And that's what we discuss in this totally uplifting podcast that will ha…
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Changing your will: Everything you need to know
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DO NOT put your will to the bottom of the too-hard pile. Having a Will saves your family stress and money when the time does come, and honestly, we just don't know when that will be. I chat to Emily Brown from BT Lawyers about: Why it's important to have a Will; what happens if you don't make a Will; what to consider when preparing a Will as a sing…
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Don't look for a new job! Instead you could negotiate flexible work arrangements with your current employer. Lucy Dickens and Jo Alil-ovich from the The Juggle podcast are here to tell us how. Listen to us discuss: What flexible work arrangements actually are; how flexible work arrangements can benefit you as a working mum; how these arrangements c…
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In this episode I give the lowdown on meeting my daily income target!
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In this episode I am publicly declaring what I want to earn daily! I’ll be tracking this from today!!
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