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

Season 3, Episode 4,   Aug 30, 2022, 06:30 AM

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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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