Starting a new job is one of the most stressful events in life. But we're changing jobs more and more frequently, and research shows that people entering the workforce will have 17 jobs and five careers in their lifetime. So starting a new job is something we need to have the skills to nail! The girls share their top tips, from building relationships to knowing the ins and outs of your workplace.  Plus, Sarah's nightmare job in an emergency department. 

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Does everyone you know have a side hustle? Do you need one? This week the girls talk about having a side business, and how to finally get yours off the ground. Also, they welcome their very first guest: Mary of @mariamtysmakeup! Mary works part time and also has her own business as a makeup artist, and she shares how she manages a side hustle on top of family life, her top beauty tips, as well as her dream face to paint.   

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If you're starting your own business or exploring a side hustle, getting clients is the most essential step. But it's also one of the trickiest. The girls talk about the different ways to attract clients, from word of mouth to digital marketing. Plus, why female entrepreneurs need to stand by their worth. 

If you feel like you're in a rut or your life isn't how you imagined it would be, maybe it's time to pivot. The girls talk about taking risks and making changes, and how to stay resilient if things don't work out. Plus, Jen shares her sliding doors moment – a tiny decision that changed the course of her career.

Tinder, Bumble, Hinge. Your next date is literally at your fingertips. Why then, with endless choices, does dating feel so hard? Single lady Kristine talks decision fatigue and disappointing first dates. And the girls ask, are dating apps making everyone too picky?

Love it or hate it, networking can help you get ahead in your career. Networking Queen Sarah reveals her tips for reading the room, striking up a conversation and making valuable connections. Plus, networking horror stories and how to tactfully escape an awkward situation.

Does having a drink feel like the only way to draw the line under a long, hard day? The girls share their ahhhhh moments – from a glass that turns into a bottle to swapping wine for kombucha – and ask, is it ok to drink every day, how much is too much, and what impact does drinking have on your life?

Whether you know it or not, you have a personal brand – and it's more important in professional life than ever. As Amazon founder Jeff Bezos famously said, it's "what people say about you when you're not in the room.'' The girls discuss how to create an authentic personal brand without letting it take over your life.

Meet the four friends behind Modern Woman's World.

Each week, Jen, Sarah, Kristine and Sam catch up to discuss the highs and lows of life, from starting a side hustle to getting out of a bad date to taking a mental health break.

Wherever you are in life – single, juggling kids and work, pursuing your passion, climbing the career ladder or trying to figure things out – this podcast has something for you.

Launching 14 August.