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  • SME vs Big Tech: Why Small Might Be The BEST Career Move! - Louisa Lee | Ep 28

    SME vs Big Tech: Why Small Might Be The BEST Career Move! - Louisa Lee | Ep 28
    May 22 2025
    In this episode, we explore what it really looks like to grow a business, raise a family, and reclaim your identity along the way.We talk about:🌱 Raising children and a business at the same time 💡 Why workplace flexibility isn’t a luxury—it’s essential for working moms 💼 How a 4-day work week can support mothers returning to work 🧭 The years she felt like a “vice captain” in her own business—and how she reclaimed her voice 😮‍💨 The power of learning how to breathe right (yes, really!) 👶🏼 How motherhood shaped her leadership in unexpected ways 🌟 Why Louisa believes you can do it all—and do it wellFor over a decade, Louisa Lee worked quietly behind the scenes of her husband’s dental practice DP Dental —never calling herself a co-founder, even as she helped build the business from scratch.A trained teacher by background, she didn’t plan to become an entrepreneur. But life had other ideas. While raising two boys and helping run the clinic alongside her husband, Louisa also carried the emotional load many working mothers know all too well: invisible labor, guilt, and the tension between being there for others and showing up for yourself.That all changed the day she stopped seeing herself as the “vice captain” and stepped fully into her role as co-leader.Today, Louisa is an award-winning entrepreneur (Entrepreneur of the Year 2017), advocate for working mothers, and champion of the 4-day work week—a structure she believes is game-changing for women navigating motherhood and career.00:52 Welcome to Make It Work01:03 Meet Louisa Lee: Teacher to Titan04:27 The 4-Day Work Week: Built on Trust09:33 Return to Work Advice for Moms: Hire for Will, Train for Skills12:35 Find Your Fit: Why SMEs Might Be Your Best Bet14:52 Is This Company Real? Aligning Values with Work18:23 Myofunctional Therapy: Breathe Right, Sleep Right?20:28 Practical Tips for Better Health23:15 The Importance of Proper Breathing25:50 The Dreamer, Doer, and Village: Juggling It All28:06 When I Stopped Dimming My Light37:27 Raising Healthy and Independent Children39:32 Can We Have It All?40:55 Special Offers and PromotionsConnect with Louisa here:👋 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisalee/👋 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisalee/👋 Website: www.dpdental.comFollow and connect with Sarah & Make It Work! ⁠https://linktr.ee/makeitwork.podcast⁠💼⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/company/make-it-work-asia-podcast/📷 ⁠Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/makeitwork.asia/🎵 ⁠TikTok⁠: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@makeitwork.podcast⁠🍏Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-it-work/id1701442085🎵Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/78ulY0B27nYxGB6jPCABPI?si=abfc48d037d943be📥⁠Email⁠: makeitwork.asia@gmail.comJoin our free ⁠Mommas Making It Work whatsapp community⁠: https://airtable.com/app1HHdrC7pUPHIoc/pagRBdb8PU9PRXGJ9/form
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  • Mother’s Day Special: A Poem from Me to You

    Mother’s Day Special: A Poem from Me to You
    May 16 2025

    If you’ve been following Make It Work, you’ll know I usually bring you stories from other mothers and other women — their pivots, their resilience, their brilliance.


    But for this Mother’s Day, I did something a little different.


    This episode is a poem I wrote — a slice of my heart, and an honest tribute to what motherhood has been for me. It’s about the mess, the detours, the ups and downs… and the quiet, sacred work of becoming someone new.


    To every mother on that journey: this is for you. 🧡


    Chapters

    00:35 My Poem


    #MakeItWorkPodcast #MothersDay2025 #SpokenWord #ModernMotherhood #MakeItWork #SarahWong #MotherhoodUnfiltered #ParentingPoetry
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  • Children' s Book Author: Why The Stories We Tell Our Kids - And Ourselves- Matter! | Ep27

    Children' s Book Author: Why The Stories We Tell Our Kids - And Ourselves- Matter! | Ep27
    Apr 30 2025
    🎉 SPECIAL PROMO 🎉 Enjoy 10% OFF all children’s titles by Ames Chen at https://graceworks.com.sg/store/ for the entire month of May 2025! Just use code “MAKEITWORK” at checkout.—------------------------------------------------------------She didn’t set out to be a children’s author. She just wanted to survive motherhood.After being told she might never conceive, Ames Chen’s entry into motherhood was already complicated. A difficult pregnancy followed. Isolation crept in. So she started writing letters—first, just to her daughter. What started as a private act of reflection became the early beginnings of writing for thousands of other children.Today, Ames is a mother of three and the author of over 10 children’s books—many of which explore themes of social inclusion, empathy, and the stories we often overlook. (Fun fact: several are personal favorites in my own home!) A true multi-hyphenate, Ames is also a communications trainer for youth, and member of a church missions team.Ames, who is also my childhood friend, shares a deeply honest conversation about what it really takes to mother with purpose—and live with conviction.In this episode, we talk about: 🌱 Why writing through pain can unlock your purpose 📚 How real conversations with migrant workers shaped a children’s book series that’s now read in schools 🌍 What happens when your kids witness humanitarian work firsthand 🛠️ The small, old-school parenting hacks that build real independence 💬 How her family lives by the motto: “Live simply to love generously.”While many of us talk about juggling the different parts of life, Ames’s story is about convergence—how she brings together her work, her faith, and her family in intentional, deeply connected ways.Why not also consider supporting Ames’ then 8 year old Mya’s work “The Runaway Dream” , an e-book about “her beloved refugees” after visiting a refugee centre. All proceeds go towards the centre. Connect with Ames: 📧 Email: ameschenjie@gmail.com 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ameschen/—-------------------------------Chapters00:45 Intro to Make It Work00:59 Intro to Ames Chen: She Never Thought To Write Books. She Was Just Trying To Breathe.01:55 “I Was Alone and Overwhelmed”: The Hardest Part of Motherhood03:20 Parenting Hacks That Actually Build Independence05:50 Mother. Author. Trainer. Missions Worker. 10:39  The Journey of Becoming an Author14:41 When Kids See the Invisible: The Birth of One of Us15:02 Mya's (Amy's Daughter) Quest16:39 Why Teaching Empathy Starts with a Dishcloth and a Dustpan18:59 When Kids Witness Humanitarian Work Firsthand22:19 The Annual Family Tradition That’s Not About Holidays23:06 How to Raise Children Who Love Generously 25:06 Are Today’s Youth Lost… or Just Misunderstood?27:10 This Is What I Want My Kids To Learn From Me29:12 The Final Word—and a Gift for Families Who Read Together—-------------------------------Join our free ⁠Mommas Making It Work whatsapp community⁠: https://airtable.com/app1HHdrC7pUPHIoc/pagRBdb8PU9PRXGJ9/formFollow and connect with us! ⁠https://linktr.ee/makeitwork.podcast⁠ We’d love to hear any feedback, comments, or suggestions from you.💼⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/company/make-it-work-asia-podcast/📷 ⁠Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/makeitwork.asia/🎵 ⁠TikTok⁠: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@makeitwork.podcast⁠🍏Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-it-work/id1701442085🎵Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/78ulY0B27nYxGB6jPCABPI?si=abfc48d037d943be📥⁠Email⁠: makeitwork.asia@gmail.com#MakeItWorkPodcast #ChildrensBookAuthor #EmpathyThroughStorytelling #MotherhoodJourney #RaisingEmpatheticKids #ParentingWithPurpose #CompassionateParenting #AuthorMom #KidsWhoMakeADifference #FamilyValues #LivingSimply #IntentionalParenting #KidHacks #MomsWhoLead #RealMoms #EmpoweredMoms #ParenthoodReflections #WritingForSocialChange #ImpactfulStorytelling #FamilyMotto #PodcastForMoms
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  • The Architect's Secret: How to Design a Calm Home (And Life) That Actually Works for Your Family! | Ep26

    The Architect's Secret: How to Design a Calm Home (And Life) That Actually Works for Your Family! | Ep26
    Mar 26 2025
    Winnie Tam is a designer-architect and a mom of an almost 2-year-old, based in London, UK. Born and raised in Hong Kong, she moved to the United Kingdom for college and launched her career at globally renowned architectural firms. In 2022, she founded 14 AM, an architecture and interior design studio focused on creating restorative spaces for city dwellers. Blending her Eastern upbringing with a Western lifestyle has shaped the way she approaches both design and motherhood—sometimes challenging societal norms and even making her question whether she was "doing the right thing."In this special episode, Winnie takes a hands-on approach, personally analyzing my living room setup (!!) and sharing expert insights on how to improve it. If you love what she does, great news—she's offering a masterclass for anyone looking to design their own restorative spaces at home.🎟️ Use code “MIW25” for £25 off her two-hour live course with Q&A: "Cultivating Your Sanctuary: The Architect's Guide" (Regular price: £150) 👉 Sign up here : https://www.fourteen-am.com/course-1In this episode Winnie and I also talked about:🌟 How becoming a mother reshaped her approach to designing restorative spaces for city dwellers.🌟 How cultural differences in motherhood shaped her experience, from Hong Kong to London, and influenced her career.🌟 The challenges she faced while building her business and becoming a mother, and the key realizations she gained along the way.🌟 How to design child-friendly, restorative spaces that are both practical and calming for busy families.🌟 How motherhood and career enriched each other, providing unexpected lessons and growth in both areas.Connect with Winnie:👋 Email: winnietam@fourteen-am.com👋 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/winniewingyitam/👋 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fourteen.a.m/👋 Website: https://www.fourteen-am.com/—-------------------------------Chapters:00:44 Intro to Make It Work00:56 Winnie’s Intro02:16  Winnie's Background and Studio04:33  Balancing Motherhood and Career06:35  Challenges and Realizations11:49  Cultural Differences in Motherhood16:24  Designing Child-Friendly Spaces23:27  Hands-On Design Session31:05  Final Thoughts and Course Promotion—-------------------------------Join our free ⁠Mommas Making It Work whatsapp community⁠: https://airtable.com/app1HHdrC7pUPHIoc/pagRBdb8PU9PRXGJ9/formFollow and connect with us! ⁠https://linktr.ee/makeitwork.podcast⁠ We’d love to hear any feedback, comments, or suggestions from you.💼⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/company/make-it-work-asia-podcast/📷 ⁠Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/makeitwork.asia/🎵 ⁠TikTok⁠: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@makeitwork.podcast⁠🍏Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-it-work/id1701442085🎵Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/78ulY0B27nYxGB6jPCABPI?si=abfc48d037d943be📥⁠Email⁠: makeitwork.asia@gmail.com—-------------------------------#MakeItWorkPodcast #WorkingMoms #CareerJourney #Inspiration #FamilyFirst #Entrepreneur #momlife #career #tips #InteriorDesigner #designer #journey #tips
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  • Find True Flexibility At Work! Innovative Strategies for Modern Moms!

    Find True Flexibility At Work! Innovative Strategies for Modern Moms!
    Mar 11 2025
    Almost every working mom has, at point, wondered about the elusive work-life balance, wondering if there's a way to find true flexibility at work. That’s why we brought together this amazing panel of experts to share their stories, insights, and advice as we dive into fresh, game-changing ideas on how to juggle career and motherhood—whether you're exploring portfolio careers, solopreneurship, job sharing, or planning your return to work. 💡💪🔗 Check out the highlights of our oversubscribed virtual event - Innovative Work Strategies for Modern Moms.Speakers are incredible former podcast guests:🌟 Niti Nadarajah - Freelance legal counsel, coach and speaker.Check out our previous episode with Niti - Why We Get Stuck In Life And How To Get Unstuck!🌟 Khatija Aslam – Founder of Moxy, a platform for workplace equity, and marketing job-sharer at Zespri.Check out our previous episode with Khatija - Job Sharing Saved My Career! Why Women Should Question The Feedback They Receive! 🌟 Sara Pantry – Workplace leader at LinkedIn, community leader, and matrescence practitioner.Check out our previous episode with Sara - On Matrescence: The Transformations of Motherhood⁠🌟 Karen Tay - Founder of Inherent Journey, Fractional C-suite & CoachCheck out our previous episode with Karen - ⁠On Limits, Burnouts, & Workplace AdversityGet ready for real stories, real struggles, and real solutions for making work work alongside motherhood.Chapters: 00:00 Intro01:02 Episode Introduction - What is This Event All About02:19 Start of Event 03:26 Our Guests & Answering "One Thing They Wished They Knew Before Becoming A Working Mom"13:20 3 Big Questions14:24 Qn 1: How Do You think About Your Both/And of Career & Motherhood26:33 Qn 2: How Do You Find Flexibility At Work - In Corporate34:08 How To Find Flexibility At Work - Outside Corporate47:26 Qn 3: How Do I Stay Relevant During A Career Break52:49 Last Words—-------------------------------Join our free ⁠Mommas Making It Work whatsapp community⁠: https://airtable.com/app1HHdrC7pUPHIoc/pagRBdb8PU9PRXGJ9/form Follow and connect with us! ⁠https://linktr.ee/makeitwork.podcast⁠ We’d love to hear any feedback, comments, or suggestions from you.💼⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/company/make-it-work-asia-podcast/📷 ⁠Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/makeitwork.asia/🎵 ⁠TikTok⁠: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@makeitwork.podcast⁠🍏Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-it-work/id1701442085🎵Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/78ulY0B27nYxGB6jPCABPI?si=abfc48d037d943be📥⁠Email⁠: makeitwork.asia@gmail.com—-------------------------------#MakeItWorkPodcast #WorkingMoms #productivitytips #CareerJourney #Inspiration #FamilyFirst #Entrepreneur #momlife #career #tips #motherhood #parenting #freelance #helpingmothers #coaching #counselling
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  • Making Periods Sustainable, Stylish and Stress-free

    Making Periods Sustainable, Stylish and Stress-free
    Mar 8 2025

    This International Women’s Day, we at Make It Work are excited to support @summerwine.shop, a female-founded, innovative and socially conscious period lingerie brand!


    SummerWine is all about making periods sustainable, stylish and stress free.


    🌸 Say Hello to Effortless Periods with SummerWine! 🌸

    Busy moms, we get it—your period shouldn’t slow you down! That’s why SummerWine, a female-founded brand, has created period wear that keeps you looking and feeling amazing, even on your heaviest days. 💃✨


    💡 Why You’ll Love It:

    • Stylish options, from chic underpants to lingerie-inspired designs, perfect for women always on the go.

    • No more dealing with fussy pads, tampons, or cups—just wear, feel safe and dry, wash, and reuse.

    • Anti-UTI coating and fabrics blends that are moisturizing, summerwine lingerie is hygienic, sustainable, and designed to make your life easier (and comfier!). 🌍


    💖 Your Purchase Makes a Difference:For every pair of SummerWine underwear you buy, a portion goes toward alleviating period poverty for women in rural communities, in support of NGO @theskyisthelimit. Together, we’re making periods more sustainable and impactful! 🙌


    🛒 Shop Now:Visit @summerwine.shop or SummerWine.shop to place your pre-order today!


    🎁 Special Offer:20% off for 2 pieces and more with the code MIW20!


    Let’s revolutionize periods—because they can be sustainable, sexy, and stress-free! 💕


    #makeitworkpodcast #perios #periodunderwear #leakproof #nopads #notampons #mensuration #mensurationcup #business #video #pomote
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  • Top LinkedIn Voice & HR Expert: How To Successfully Navigate Your Career Comeback - May Palabrica

    Top LinkedIn Voice & HR Expert: How To Successfully Navigate Your Career Comeback - May Palabrica
    Feb 26 2025
    May Buendia Palabrica is a mom of 3 based in the Philippines with 15 years of experience in human resources. Currently, she serves as the Assistant Vice President of HR Relationship Management at Citibank. May’s career journey is unique, taking an unconventional path that included stepping away from her corporate career after 8 years to pursue her passion for entrepreneurship. She successfully runs her own kids' gown business, even designing for high-profile clients in the Philippines. However, the pandemic posed a challenge for her business, prompting her return to the corporate world in 2020. Today, May is also a coach for moms who are re-entering the workforce, helping them navigate career transitions while balancing family responsibilities. In 2023, she was recognized as one of the top 20 Filipinos on LinkedIn for her impactful content and professional contributions.In this episode, May and I discuss:🌟 How she made bold career pivots from corporate to entrepreneurship and back.🌟 Advice for those pursuing a non-linear career path🌟 What the Philippine work environment for moms looks like and how it’s changing.🌟 How she built her personal brand and used LinkedIn to grow professionally.🌟 The LinkedIn strategies can boost your profile and create engaging content.Connect with May on:👋 LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/maypalabrica/👋 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/may_palabrica/👋 Website: https://linktr.ee/maypalabrica—-------------------------------Chapters00:51 Welcome to Make It Work00:57  Hello May Buendia Palabric02:31  May's Return to Corporate04:54  Challenges During the Pandemic05:52  Support Systems and Resilience06:47  Navigating Career Pivots09:01  Balancing Family and Career11:00  Advice for Working Mothers12:34  The Philippine Work Environment for Moms14:47  Coaching and Career Guidance19:43  Building a Personal Brand23:37  LinkedIn Strategies and Content Creation29:14  LinkedIn Strategies and Content Creation30:42  Final Thoughts and Farewell—-------------------------------Join our free ⁠Mommas Making It Work whatsapp community⁠: https://airtable.com/app1HHdrC7pUPHIoc/pagRBdb8PU9PRXGJ9/form Follow and connect with us! ⁠https://linktr.ee/makeitwork.podcast⁠ We’d love to hear any feedback, comments, or suggestions from you.💼⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/company/make-it-work-asia-podcast/📷 ⁠Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/makeitwork.asia/🎵 ⁠TikTok⁠: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@makeitwork.podcast⁠🍏Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-it-work/id1701442085🎵Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/78ulY0B27nYxGB6jPCABPI?si=abfc48d037d943be📥⁠Email⁠: makeitwork.asia@gmail.com—-------------------------------#MakeItWorkPodcast #WorkingMoms #productivitytips #CareerJourney #Inspiration #FamilyFirst #Entrepreneur #momlife #career #tips #motherhood #parenting #freelance #helpingmothers #coaching #counselling
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  • Bonus for YOU!: Work Options Beyond the 9 to 5 - A Unique Virtual Event!

    Bonus for YOU!: Work Options Beyond the 9 to 5 - A Unique Virtual Event!
    Feb 21 2025

    Hello mommas ⭐

    Ever wondered about different working arrangements beyond the full time hustle?💻 💼

    It's a little bit of a different episode today because I wanted to introduce our first-ever virtual session on Innovative Work Strategies for Modern Moms! This means so much to me because I’ve been there. Becoming a mom can feel so overwhelming that figuring out how to thrive at work again just gets pushed way down the list (that was me 🙈).

    Truth is —almost every working mom has, at point, wondered about alternatives to their pre-mom work life. That’s why I’m beyond excited to bring together this amazing panel of experts to share their stories, insights, and advice as we dive into fresh, game-changing ideas on how to juggle career and motherhood—whether you're exploring portfolio careers, solopreneurship, job sharing, or planning your return to work. 💡💪🔗

    Register here - https://lu.ma/fh14fmpq


    🎤 Our incredible speakers:

    🌟 Niti Nadarajah – Freelance legal counsel, Coach & Speaker

    🌟 Khatija Aslam – Founder of Moxy & Marketing job-sharer at Zespri

    🌟 Sara Pantry – Workplace leader at LinkedIn & Matrescence practitioner

    🌟 Karen Tay - Founder of Inherent Journey, Fractional C-suite & Coach


    📅 Monday March 3, 2025 | 8:00 PM (GMT+8) SG time


    #iwd2025 #acceleratingaction #workingmoms #event #work #job #career
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