The much anticipated first half term of the year is almost here. It is my particular favourite as it is the first in the new school year,...
Work-Life Balance
Learn how to balance career and family with tips on time management, managing guilt, maternity leave, and flexible work options.
Best tips for Business Travel for Working Mothers
At last week's City Mothers event Freshfields partner Kathleen Healy shared what she learned from her 9 month posting to Hong Kong with 2...
Powerful women pay a high price for perfectionism
Lots of career women are hit by the condition of perfectionism. It makes sense as in order to be successful, we give it all and we set high...
Maternity Rights Survey – Key learnings
Every few years the Government has commissioned an independent large-scale survey of mothers to tell them about the impact of changes to...
To find balance and harmony, learn Mindfulness
Since her children came along life is quite tough for working mother Nancy. She has her own business, teaching music: classes with toddlers...
Maternity Leave – the facts in pictures
Beautiful infograpic showing you all you need to know on Maternity Leave Rights: Find it here. Made by Quality Solicitors
Could writing a book be the best thing you ever did? – for expat women
They say that over 90 per cent of people in the western world would like to write a book some day. Some find a publisher, others pay a vanity...
How to manage a senior position and children – Iman Hill
Iman Hill became General Manager at SASOL last year, and has 5 children. She is an expatriate and - as a mother - has worked in Malaysia, The...
The end of competitive advantage – how to make the most of it for you!
Are you frustrated by the lack of upward progress in your career? Have you had to re-invent yourself several times as many women do? Did you...
Help! My Nanny is More Popular than Me
There are often times when it seems like your nanny is more popular with your children than you are. That hurts. No matter how often you tell...
Work it, Mum: Juggling Motherhood and Your Career
As a working mother, you have your hands full. Between your career and raising your children, life can be pretty hectic. Being a mum who works...
Juggling Work and Family During the School Holidays
If you run your own business, the school holidays can mean you have a challenge on your hands. Are you ready to face the challenge? The key to...