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The SMBN has always been about EXPOSURE, unashamedly. As I have been very open about my struggle against adversity to build the business since becoming a single mum in 2012 I always knew that lack of PR budget was really holding me back.
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For 20 years my journey was full-time employment, home ownership, marriage, credit & socialising whilst blissfully unaware of what it meant to need to turn to the benefits system and what it must be like to be a single mum.
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Now there are some serious gamechangers out there, who promote flexible working for real pay, and here are the ones I know about:
2to3days 923 Ten2Two WorkingMums Women like us and Capability Jane
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When you want to work but society constructively dismisses you and then penalises you for it
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I would like to welcome Sarah Harvey – to the Single Mums Business Network. Sarah has taken on the role of County Coordinator for MERSEYSIDE!
I would like to welcome Anne-Marie Jones, of the Presentation Refinery.. ‘I became a single mum to two amazing boys when my husband tragically took his own life in 2018. To say that life since hasn’t been plain sailing would be an understatement’
I would like to welcome Rebecca Ingram – Wear Your Crown, to the Single Mums Business Network. Not only has Rebecca joined as a member but she has also taken on the role of County Coordinator for WORCESTERSHIRE
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I would like to welcome Claudette Webb, the owner of The Design Webb, an Interiors and Soft Furnishings business based in SE London to the SMBN.
Meet our County Coordinators! Business Networking for Single Mums
Thanks to our speakers…
Our first conference was fantastic – thanks to the venue, our delegates and speakers…
I would like to give a warm welcome to Kay Hamblin, Director of Eight Legal to ‘Friends of the SMBN‘ who will now benefit from year round exposure to her business, because she supports the Single Mums Business Network.
I would like to give a warm welcome to Lucy Tarrant, Founding Partner and Managing Director of Cognitive Law, Cognitive Law was founded in September 2014, after a very brave decision to create a law firm where everyone could manage their own time in a way that suited their lives.
I would like to give a warm welcome to Bridget, Bridget has created a fantastic platform, and a magazine, to help all Parents in Biz and I am delighted to welcome her as a friend of the SMBN
SMBN now supports GINGERBREAD via WORK for GOOD!
It is no secret that I am a big fan of Gingerbread. They are, as far as I am aware, the only UK charity whose sole existence is to support single parents. When I became a Single Mum in 2012, I had NO idea, what to do or where to go, or what help I could get, if any.
Kirsty really impressed me with her knowledge and ethics when she recently gave a presentation at a Malvern WiRE meeting and I am delighted to welcome her as a friend of the SMBN
Kirsty is a highly qualified and experienced financial adviser. Whether you need savings, investment or pension advice, Kirsty can help.
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AE = Affordable Exposure – When you are a self-employed Single Mum in the UK finding a PR budget can be really hard, and so the SMBN is here to provide that crucial affordable platform
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Look Great, Feel Fabulous – Be The Real You
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and thank you to Alison and Ed at Forest Hills Golf Club for providing a great location.
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Michelle Molyneux of MJM Virtual Solutions is just that…
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Welcome New Member – Mel Morris-Jones, The Life Engineer and Hatstand Admin
I would like to welcome Mel Morris-Jones, The Life Engineer to the Single Mums Business Network. Mel is lovely and a real asset to the Single Mums Business Network.
Welcome new member, Sherisha Richards – Gingerbread Local Support Group Coordinator
I am a single mum of a beautiful daughter. It has been extremely challenging to balance my career and parenthood. I am still striving for the perfect balance. I like to say I’ve been winging it since 2011. I am passionate about supporting, inspiring, connecting and empowering single parents. I have developed a parent supportContinue reading “Welcome new member, Sherisha Richards – Gingerbread Local Support Group Coordinator”
Holiday Blues & ‘Broken Families’ – Expections hurt..
The most important thing to remember as a single parent is that we are the ones with preconceived ideology about what Christmas and the holidays should look like. We are the ones who have been sold the 2.4 dream and we are the ones who …
Working Flexibly – Ten2Two Director Tracey Adams Speaker at Gloucester SMBN Meeting
Whilst many of us are business women because we have a product or service to share, many of us are in business as a desperate measure to work without having to deal with childcare costs and stress before and after school and for 10 (ish) weeks of the year during holidays
Welcome new member, Claudette Webb, Owner of The Design Webb
I would like to welcome Claudette Webb, Owner of The Design Webb, an Interior Design and Soft Furnishings Company to the Single Mums Business Network. Please see her website and links…
Welcome new member, Sarah Harvey, SMBN County Coordinator for MERSEYSIDE
I would like to welcome Sarah Harvey – to the Single Mums Business Network. Sarah has taken on the role of County Coordinator for MERSEYSIDE! – Sarah is a very competent business woman and I am delighted that she is representing the SMBN in the City of LIVERPOOL and County of Merseyside!
Welcome new member, Anne-Marie Jones, The Presentation Refinery
I would like to welcome Anne-Marie Jones, Founder of The Presentation Refinery, to the Single Mums Business Network, who became a single mum to two amazing boys when her husband tragically took his own life in 2018..
Welcome new member, Rebecca Ingram, Rapid Transformation Therapist (RTT) and Coach
I would like to welcome Rebecca Ingram – Wear Your Crown, to the Single Mums Business Network. Not only is Rebecca a member but she has also taken on the role of County Coordinator for WORCESTERSHIRE – are we lucky to have her – yes we are!
Thank you for supporting the SMBN Rebecca x
Welcome new members, Rachel Shilston, Lucinda Dore and Kirstie Preece
Welcome new members to the SMBN – Lucinda Dore Solicitor, Rachel Shilston Creative Director, Kirstie Preece Utility Warehouse and County Coordinator.
It is a pleasure to welcome three brilliant ladies to the network who each have so much to offer us all.
Thank you for supporting the SMBN
Meet our County Coordinators! Business Networking for Single Mums
Thanks to our members for taking on the role of County Coordinators for the Single Mums Business Network. Ensuring Monthly Comradeship for Women in Business who are fighting SOLO.
SURREY – Lidia
HEREFORDSHIRE – Catherine
GLOUCESTERSHIRE – Kirstie
Thanks to our speakers…
Thank you to our speakers and delegates for a wonderful first UK Conference supporting Single Mums in Business or Self-Employed. Fighting for work and family.
Exposure!
The Single Mums Business Network
Fighting for Family and Financial Independence
Welcome new ‘Friend of the SMBN’ – Kay Hamblin, Eight Legal and HR Mate
On the back of support from wonderful business people who are not single parents, I created ‘Friends of the SMBN’. And I would like to give a warm welcome to Kay Hamblin of Eight Legal and HR Mate, who will now benefit from exposure to her business with every view of the Single Mums Business Network.
Welcome new ‘Friend of the SMBN’ – Lucy Tarrant, Cognitive Law
On the back of support from wonderful business people who are not single parents, I created ‘Friends of the SMBN’. And I would like to give a warm welcome to Kirsty Tyler of Wyefield Wealth Management, who will now benefit from exposure to her business with every view of the Single Mums Business Network.
Welcome new FRIEND of the SMBN – Bridget Daley, Parents in Biz
On the back of support from wonderful business people who are not single parents, I created ‘Friends of the SMBN’. And I would like to give a warm welcome to Kirsty Tyler of Wyefield Wealth Management, who will now benefit from exposure to her business with every view of the Single Mums Business Network.
SMBN now supports GINGERBREAD via WORK for GOOD!
https://workforgood.co.uk/businesses/view/single-mums-business-network It is no secret that I am a big fan of Gingerbread. They are, as far as I am aware, the only UK charity whose sole existence is to support single parents. When I became a Single Mum in 2012, I had NO idea, what to do or where to go, or what helpContinue reading “SMBN now supports GINGERBREAD via WORK for GOOD!”
Welcome new FRIEND of the SMBN – Kirsty Tyler, Wyefield Wealth Management
On the back of support from wonderful business people who are not single parents, I created ‘Friends of the SMBN’. And I would like to give a warm welcome to Kirsty Tyler of Wyefield Wealth Management, who will now benefit from exposure to her business with every view of the Single Mums Business Network.
Award-Winning Best Selling Author and Virtual Assistant Catherine Gladwyn shares inspiration at the Single Mums Business Network Conference 2019
Catherine started her Virtual Assistant business while still employed, with a daughter at college, no pension and no savings.
Catherine shares her journey in her award winning bestselling book, How to be a Virtual Assistant, which was written to help others break free from the
restraints of employment and enjoy their working life.
Women in Business – Single Mums – Affordable Exposure
Single Mums Business Network aka SMBN – AE = Affordable Exposure – When you are a self-employed Single Mum in the UK finding a PR budget can be really hard, and so the SMBN is here to provide that crucial affordable platform, where you can gain exposure and connect with like minded hard-working women who are doing all that they can to achieve financial independence and enjoy family life.
Meet the mum’s mum!
This is my mum! And she has done herself proud! Years ago they did not have the power of the social media or the internet to fight for financial independence and get their 5 mins of glory – so I’m doing that now, because I want my mum to be recognised. She too was aContinue reading “Meet the mum’s mum!”
Welcome new FRIEND – Alison Holmes – PERITIA
On the back of support from wonderful business people who are not single parents, wanting to join the network and attend the conference I have created ‘Friends of the SMBN’. And I would like to give a warm welcome to Alison Holmes of PERITIA, who will now benefit from exposure to her business with every view of the Single Mums Business Network.
Welcome new FRIEND – Marie Hall – EMPOWERMENT HOUSE
On the back of support from wonderful business people who are not single parents, wanting to join the network and attend the conference I have created ‘Friends of the SMBN’. And I would like to give a warm welcome to Marie Hall of Empowerment House, who will now benefit from exposure to her business with every view of the Single Mums Business Network.
Welcome new FRIEND – Lisa Fisher – Colour Analyst and Personal Stylist
On the back of support from wonderful business people who are not single parents, wanting to join the network and attend the conference I have created ‘Friends of the SMBN’. And I would like to give a warm welcome to Lisa Fisher, who will now benefit from exposure to her business with every view ofContinue reading “Welcome new FRIEND – Lisa Fisher – Colour Analyst and Personal Stylist”
Do you want to be a friend of the SMBN (Single Mums Business Network)?
The SMBN has opened its doors to friends of the SMBN, we APPRECIATE your support and so we want to give YOU the opportunity for some low cost PR too! Come join us. We have an important undercurrent and together we are stronger x
Julie Hawkins is a NATIONAL FINALIST in the ‘Leadership’ Category of The Positive Awards
Julie Hawkins is a FINALIST in the Leadership Category of The Positive Awards Courtsesy of Amanda Moss PR
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