I changed direction from a senior marketing position in the city to running my own company - a family run, friendly practice which provides...
Hot Topics
Covering the latest headlines, trending stories, and real-world issues affecting mums today — from current affairs to inspiring women in the spotlight.
Setting up a business in a recession – madness or genius?
Is there ever an optimum time to start a business? Nicky Rudd, managing director at Padua Communications, did it when she was made redundant...
Starting your own business – Helen Lindop shares her experiences
When I was pregnant with my first baby I was in a permanent, full-time job. I fully intended to go back to this after six months of maternity...
How To Create Your Own Luck
Are you one of those people who think luck is something that happens to other people? Does the toast always fall jam side down for you? Do...
Six tried and trusted ways to find your passion
Knowing what your purpose is in life, finding your talent or simply doing what you enjoy most. We have found some great ways to help you find...
8 things to beg, borrow or steal from your employer when you leave to start your own business
Are you planning your new business venture on top of working 9 to 5? You're not alone. And..here's how you can use it to your advantage... Read...
Be successful – strengthen your strengths
A major key to success at work is to know what your strengths are and to work on strengthening them. It reminded me of something I heard about...
My Top 5 iphone apps for Business
There are loads of great apps available available, many of them free, but mostly range in price from 59p up to a few quid. Before buying apps...
Go from Dogs Body to Top Dog
Do you ever wonder why everyone else seems to cope except you? Some sail through life getting things done, having a ball, scoring promotion...
Women in boardrooms
Lord Davies report reveals a culture tired of feminism but a world still run by men in suits...essentially, (women) are still standing behind...
Real ways to make money from home
Most of those “work from home” opportunities that you see on TV, in the newspaper, or online are scams or pay you so little for the time...
Identify your transferable skills
Re-inventing yourself isn’t easy, but it can be fun. It requires re-thinking who you are, what you want and what you are good at. Once you know...