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August 30, 2022

S3 Ep4: The truth about being a working parent in 2022 - how to employ one & how to be one

43 minutes

In this episode host Claire Ackers chats to founder of MMB magazine Abbie Coleman about the truth about balancing work and having a family in 2022.

No matter the size of your company, if you are serious about supporting your employees (whether they are parents, or need flexibility for other reasons) - this episode is a must-listen.

Abbie is a passionate advocate for working parents, and this episode is packed with golden nuggets.They talk:

How to avoid (and even capitalise on) the Great Resignation

The lost opportunity of the pandemic

As an employer, the best things you can be doing right now to support your employees

As an employee, the smart conversations you can be having

Being a geriatric mum (Claire & Abbie definitely overshare on the personal anecdotes)

MMB published a lauded 'Maternity Returners Survey, with some really sobering facts about the reality of being a working parent. You can check it out here.

This episode was originally featured on our sister podcast Audacity: The Authentic Entrepreneur in March 2022, but is still well worth a listen.

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