Investing in Women

'Women working at home could risk missing out'! says Nationwide boss. But the real question is... Missing out on what? Since working from home... The 1-hour daily commute → Replaced with the school run Meetings that END before 5:00 pm → Enable me to enjoy a more nutritious family meal or spend time on exercise and self-care Money spent on additional wrap-around childcare → Used instead for quality family time Remote work enables me to: ✨ Save time ✨ Feel more autonomous ✨ Become healthier and happier It's also proven to improve: ✅ Motivation and staff retention ✅ Productivity Say you spend 1 hour commuting to work. That's at least 31,200 MINUTES a year. Of dead time 🪦 In a car. On a train. Before we've even factored in stressful delays. And it's sucking the life out of people - before they've even set foot in the office and started work. I've spoken to 1000s of candidates... Remote work is in VERY high demand. Especially for women who do the bulk of the childcare at home and need remote work just to fit everything in!!! ✅ If anything - remote and flexible work has enabled more women to maintain their careers rather than have to take something lower-paid and lower-skilled just because it offers flexibility as previous generations have done. And for many people, the benefits outweigh the potential gains of traipsing to an office 5 days a week purely for face-time. Thoughts? Do you think women working from home is a bad thing? Let me know in the comments 👇

Ok, 2024—that’s a WRAP! 🎬 Today’s my last working day of the year, and as much as I’m going to miss you… I’m VERY ready to switch off my laptop and dive headfirst into a tin of Quality Street. 🍫 The end of the year is always a time for reflection, and what a year 2024 has been. Probably my best year yet! After a couple of years of laying the foundations, this is the year Investing in Women really took off. It no longer feels “new”—we have brilliant systems, processes, and, most importantly, people in place. And we’re ready to scale even further in 2025. Here’s a look at what we’ve achieved this year: ✍️ Partnered with some of the UK’s biggest employers—posting a record number of flexible roles on the Investing in Women job board. 🧘♀️ Helped thousands of people find flexible work or negotiate flexibility in their current roles—thanks to our amazing Recruitment Manager, Adele McNicholl. 📄 Wrote 102 CVs, 25 LinkedIn profiles and offered career guidance to 53 people as part of my career coaching services. 🤝 Grew our team by hiring a Marketing Manager. 📈 Achieved record growth in social media and community engagement—thanks to Claire Canu Assoc CIPD. 🏆 Won an award at the StartUp Awards (still buzzing about this one!). 🎙️ Recorded 55 episodes of the 'Work It Like A Mum' podcast. 🌟 Guest-appeared on brilliant podcasts and LinkedIn Lives. 📚 Finished my book, 'Flex', which will be published in the new year! Phew! 😅 💭 This year has taught me so much—about myself, about leadership, and about what’s possible when you surround yourself with the right people. I’m slowly evolving from “doing it all” to stepping fully into my CEO role. I’ve also had the privilege of meeting some incredible people—many of whom I’m lucky to call friends now - REBECCA Newenham Leanne Cooper - you know who you are ❤️. And 2025? It’s starting with a BANG. 🚀 We’re launching a brand new website (I can’t wait to show you—it’s gorgeous - big thanks to Matt Noye for making it all happen). And, of course, thanks to my publisher, Wiley, my book Flex will finally hit the shelves. But before I disappear into the Quality Street tin… I want to say a BIG THANK YOU to YOU. Thank you for championing, advocating, and supporting me over the past 3.5 years. I absolutely love spending time here on LinkedIn because of YOU. This community is truly something special, and I love following your journeys and celebrating your wins. Here's to breaking more boundaries, saying yes to more things and living life to the absolute full in 2025! Merry Christmas, the happiest of New Years, and see you next year! ❤️

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫! 🌟 We’re incredibly proud to have supported hundreds of women (and men) in finding their dream roles through placements or career coaching. To the 250+ employers we’ve partnered with to build diverse, inclusive teams—thank you for trusting us to help create lasting change. And not forgetting our amazing followers, your support and engagement mean the world to us! We hope you all have the most amazing Christmas with your loved ones, get some well-deserved time out, and recharge for the year ahead. 🎄✨ We’ll return in the new year, ready to help you find the perfect part-time, flexible, or work-from-home role. Here’s to 2025, making flexible working the norm! 💼✨

The Gift of Recognition 🎄✨ There is nothing quite like feeling seen and appreciated for the effort you put in every day. A simple “thank you” or a moment of acknowledgement can significantly make us all feel valued. Whether it’s a shoutout in a meeting, a heartfelt card, or a festive celebration of achievements, recognition reminds us why we do what we do—and keeps us motivated for what’s next. So here’s to celebrating every win, big or small, this Christmas season! 🎁🌟 How has your hard work been recognised this year? #RecognitionMatters #ChristmasCountdown #CelebrateSuccess #EmployeeAppreciation

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩! This week on Work It Like a Mum, we chatted with Roz Hobley, a high-performance coach at GiANT London, about the power of emotional intelligence in leadership. 🌟 𝐑𝐨𝐳 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧:  💡 What emotional intelligence is & why it’s a game-changer 🔥 How it boosts team performance & relationships 🎯 Simple tips to grow your emotional intelligence 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬:  ✔️ Emotional Intelligence is a skill anyone can develop! ✔️ Better emotional management = stronger communication & conflict resolution ✔️ Emotionally intelligent leaders = higher performance & profitability Don’t miss out—tune in now and level up your leadership! 💪 👉 https://lnkd.in/eRvRgBuF #WorkItLikeAMum #EmotionalIntelligence #Leadership #CareerGrowth #WomenInLeadership #Podcast

A Four-Day Week! 🎄 You know we’re big advocates of part-time and flexible work—but at Christmas, that extra time hits differently. ✨ A four-day workweek means more moments with loved ones, a chance to soak up the festive cheer, and yes, time for those last-minute mad dashes for Christmas shopping. 🛍️🎁 Because the holidays should be about joy and connection, not just juggling work and life. What would you do with an extra day before Christmas? #FourDayWorkweek #FlexibleWorking #ChristmasCountdown #WorkLifeBalance

If you are an employer who does not offer flexible work, do you discriminate against women? Let us know your thoughts in the comments 👇

Tis the season to PARTY 🎉✨ We hope you all have an incredible Christmas party season full of sparkle, laughter, and maybe a few cheeky dance moves! 🍸💃 Christmas is the perfect time to come together, celebrate the year’s successes, and share a little festive cheer. Whether dancing the night away or raising a toast to your team, we hope your celebrations are magical. 🥂🎁 And let’s be honest—there’s always that one person who becomes the star of the night 😅

A Greener World 🌍🎄 Sustainability isn't just a buzzword—it's a responsibility. Whether reducing waste, choosing eco-friendly options, or supporting green initiatives, every small action adds up. This Christmas, remember that protecting our planet is the greatest gift we can give today and every day. 💚 How are you making a difference this holiday season? Share your tips for a more sustainable future! #ChristmasCountdown #Sustainability #GreenLiving #EcoFriendly #MakeADifference

🎄 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 There’s nothing more rewarding than giving your time to make a difference. Volunteering spreads kindness and connection, whether it’s lending a hand at a local shelter, wrapping gifts for families in need, or supporting a cause close to your heart. This season, let’s remember: the greatest gift isn’t presents—it’s being present. 🌟 How are you making a difference this holiday season? #ChristmasCountdown #VolunteerDay #SpreadJoy #GiveBack #HolidayKindness