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Mums, Money & Flexibility: How to Start a Flexible Home-Based Side Hustle Around Your Family
In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we chat with Gemma Greystone, a Talent Acquisition Manager, mum of two, and a new side hustle success story. Gemma shares how she turned a small £10 investment into a flexible income stream during maternity leave, all while balancing life with two little ones. If you’re curious about side hustles that actually work around family life, this episode is packed with practical insights and inspiration.
What We Cover:
- How Gemma discovered her side hustle and overcame initial doubts
- The simple, low-cost way she started with Utility Warehouse
- Training, support, and team culture that made success achievable
- Real-world strategies for finding your first customers
- Flexible ways to fit work around family life
- Incentives, bonuses, and extra perks that make it motivating
- How she achieved £1,800 in just seven weeks
Key Takeaways:
- Starting small works: £10 can be all it takes to begin your side hustle journey
- Training and mentorship are essential for confidence and success
- Flexibility is key- work around your family schedule, not against it
- Word-of-mouth and authentic recommendations are powerful tools
- Team support and a positive culture make a huge difference
- Side hustles can provide both financial relief and long-term income potential
Why Listen:
For mums looking to earn extra income without compromising family life, this episode is a must-listen. Gemma’s story is relatable, inspiring, and full of practical tips to make a side hustle work around real life.
Show Links:
Connect With Our Host, Elizabeth Willetts Here
Connect With Gemma on LinkedIn Here
Learn More About Becoming a UW Partner Here
Gemma’s Partner ID is AN9145
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Join over 1 million customers and counting who are saving money on their household bills with Utility Warehouse. Discover how much you can save here.
And here's your invite to our supportive and empowering Facebook Group, Work It Like a Mum - a supportive and safe networking community for professional working mothers. Our community is full of like-minded female professionals willing to offer support, advice or a friendly ear. See you there!
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By Elizabeth WillettsIn this episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we chat with Gemma Greystone, a Talent Acquisition Manager, mum of two, and a new side hustle success story. Gemma shares how she turned a small £10 investment into a flexible income stream during maternity leave, all while balancing life with two little ones. If you’re curious about side hustles that actually work around family life, this episode is packed with practical insights and inspiration.
What We Cover:
- How Gemma discovered her side hustle and overcame initial doubts
- The simple, low-cost way she started with Utility Warehouse
- Training, support, and team culture that made success achievable
- Real-world strategies for finding your first customers
- Flexible ways to fit work around family life
- Incentives, bonuses, and extra perks that make it motivating
- How she achieved £1,800 in just seven weeks
Key Takeaways:
- Starting small works: £10 can be all it takes to begin your side hustle journey
- Training and mentorship are essential for confidence and success
- Flexibility is key- work around your family schedule, not against it
- Word-of-mouth and authentic recommendations are powerful tools
- Team support and a positive culture make a huge difference
- Side hustles can provide both financial relief and long-term income potential
Why Listen:
For mums looking to earn extra income without compromising family life, this episode is a must-listen. Gemma’s story is relatable, inspiring, and full of practical tips to make a side hustle work around real life.
Show Links:
Connect With Our Host, Elizabeth Willetts Here
Connect With Gemma on LinkedIn Here
Learn More About Becoming a UW Partner Here
Gemma’s Partner ID is AN9145
Support the show
Sign up for our newsletter and never miss an episode!
Follow us on Instagram.
Join over 1 million customers and counting who are saving money on their household bills with Utility Warehouse. Discover how much you can save here.
And here's your invite to our supportive and empowering Facebook Group, Work It Like a Mum - a supportive and safe networking community for professional working mothers. Our community is full of like-minded female professionals willing to offer support, advice or a friendly ear. See you there!