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We've been sold a lie: that working parents can “have it all” if they just work hard enough. Today, we're tearing that fantasy to shreds. Danusia Malina-Derben PWT host is in conversation with journalist and author Christine Armstrong. They get brutally honest about the impossible expectations of juggling kids, careers, and sanity. Burnout isn't a personal failure—it's a rigged system that needs changing. They talk about the silent struggles, the real costs of trying to “do it all,” and why it's not you failing, it's the structure. Tune in to blow up the myth and start demanding better. Discover more from us: • Join PWT community on Substack • Follow us on Instagram • Connect with Danusia • Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts • Advertising Inquiries here Credits: • Hosted by Danusia Malina-Derben • Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Marie Cruz • Cover art by Anthony Oram
My guest today is Christine Armstrong, a keynote speaker, researcher, and author focused on the world of work. Over the past four and a half years, she has produced more than 200 videos in her weekly vlog, addressing major work-related topics such as hybrid working models and the role of AI in productivity. Each Friday morning, over 6,000 viewers from more than 20 countries tune in to gain insights into the future of work. Christine is also the author of The Mother of All Jobs: How to Have Children and a Career and Stay Sane(ish), published in 2018. This book is based on six years of interviews with working parents, employers, leadership experts, and caregivers. We begin our discussion by exploring the recent trend of larger companies implementing Return to Office (RTO) policies and the public's reactions to these changes. Christine references U.S. research indicating that 43% of Americans would prefer to divorce their partner rather than return to the office full-time! She highlights that flexibility is often sacrificed for what she terms “endless contactability,” where employees feel compelled to check emails late into the evening. Unfortunately, many older male leaders, who have benefited from traditional work models, struggle to understand this shift. Christine also cites research by Nick Bloom, which shows that since the pandemic, companies have begun hiring from broader geographical areas, resulting in doubled commute times and making full-time office work less appealing. She predicts that we will see a variety of working arrangements tailored to each company's brand and talent pool. In terms of making the most of time spent in the office, Chistine's advice is to be strategic about using that time: use it to build strong networks, figure out ‘who do I want a relationship with?', ‘how do I build that?' We hear a lot now about the importance of personal branding and I ask Christine for her advice on how to do this when we have been socialised not to brag about our achievements and doing it gives us the ick? First of all, she suggests we initially have to accept and get comfortable with the fact that some people just won't be ‘our people.' Her second piece of advice is to imagine talking about ourselves to our friends - if what we're saying feels uncomfortable it's probably too showy, but if you talk about what you're good at and it's objectively true, then go for it! If you can, use humour, and vulnerability always tends to endear your audience to you. I ask Christine about AI in the workplace and where she sees this having the most impact on the workplace in the next 5 years. Her response was that some jobs will require people who can manage the AI in combination with very strong technical skills (using AI to enhance what they are doing already), many other roles will require strong communication skills, ability to make ethical decisions, and to be able to strategize. I was interested late last year when I saw Christine talking about how she and her husband use an adapted version of the ‘Workshop your life' methodology to plan out their year ahead. As Christine advises, we need to stop seeing work and life as separate and start to view it as one system and think about the whole and how it all fits together. Doing this exercise once a year helps them to tackle tricky issues but not in the heat of the moment and get aligned so that they are not constantly bumping up against negotiating those difficult conversations when flashpoints occur. I've included a few links below in case you feel like giving it a try yourself! We conclude by discussing the current trends Christine and her team are exploring, particularly the rising unpredictability, polarization, and stress levels in today's world. In uncertain times, people tend to adopt black-and-white thinking, become more anxious, and prioritize immediate concerns. Therefore, the role of leaders is crucial; they must provide reassurance, clarity, and effective communication. You can find more on Christine and her work at https://www.armstrongpartners.co.uk/ and if you fancy watching her weekly vlogs, sign up to her newsletter, or watch via her LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechristinearmstrong/ Find out more about how to Workshop your Life here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/relationships-are-the-source-of-results_workshop-your-life-9-exercises-for-high-quality-activity-7271839576732712960-LkXo/ The Year Compass (https://yearcompass.com/) is another good option. If you enjoy the podcast please help us grow by sharing this episode, or writing a review. You can find me at www.thetripleshift.org and connect with me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmacthomas/
In this episode, IAB UK's CMO James Chandler is joined by Christine Armstrong and Bruce Daisley - both authors and productivity experts - for an insightful discussion on the changing world of work.As the debate around hybrid work and return-to-office mandates continues, James, Christine and Bruce get into how productivity is measured, the role of physical workspace in creativity and the cultural shifts that are reshaping employee expectations.They also explore the importance of flexibility in work arrangements, how organisations can better meet the needs of a changing workforce and why understanding employee sentiment is now more critical than ever.Chapters00:00 The return to office debate 02:26 Productivity myths and realities 04:54 Cultural shifts and economic pressures 07:56 The role of leadership in hybrid work 10:38 Creativity and physical space 13:44 Navigating employee sentiment 16:42 Optimism for the future of work Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this week's episode of The Workplace Podcast, William Corless sits down with workplace expert and author Christine Armstrong, ranked 6th among the world's top 50 future of work influencers! Christine is a brilliant researcher, writer, and vlogger who shares eye-opening insights about the realities of combining work and parenthood. Her book "The Mother of All Jobs: How to Have Children and a Career and Stay Sane(ish)" draws from six years of interviews with working parents, employers, and experts. Key insights from this fascinating conversation include: Why the "having it all" myth needs updating for our always-connected era The different models of working parent partnerships (Alpha-Alpha, Alpha-Beta) How to manage the invisible "mental load" of parenting Why location and community matter more than we think Practical strategies for making work and family life sustainable Christine's key takeaway: "There's a season for everything - we don't return to how we were before, we go forwards." Find out more about the work Christine does here: Christine Armstrong, Speaker & Researcher | Armstrong & Partners
How can we take greater control over the conditions of our lives to ensure? How can we better understand the factors that influence our wellbeing on a day-to-day basis and what can organisations do to improve this? Christine Armstrong joins us on the Human Factor Podcast to share unique insights on this important topic. In this episode of 'The Human Factor', Christine Armstrong shares invaluable insights on how to create a buzzing workplace without falling into the trap of burnout. Listeners will learn actionable strategies for managing expectations, achieving a healthy work-life balance, and fostering a positive workplace culture that supports employee well-being. Guest Speaker - Christine Armstrong: https://url.sap/7u2c3s Learn how SAP SuccessFactors HCM solutions help you optimise the way employees work, managers manage, and organisations adapt: https://url.sap/phbbt4
Corporate reorganisations can be hugely unsettling for employees, whose working lives can change overnight. What can managers do to make these periods of flux as easy as possible for their charges? Isabel Berwick speaks to work researcher Christine Armstrong, and Andrew Hill, the FT's senior business writer. They discuss how to get ahead of gossip, why clarity is king when you deliver bad news, and the dirtiest office secret of all: that work isn't your whole life.Want more? Free links:Silent lay-offs are rarely as quiet as bosses hopeWe're all busy again', say UK restructuring expertsThe anatomy of a corporate turnaroundPresented by Isabel Berwick, produced by Mischa Frankl-Duval, mixed by Simon Panayi. The executive producer is Manuela Saragosa. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's head of audio.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why you need to listen to this episode:Insider Strategies from an Expert: Dr. Christine Armstrong, a seasoned marketer and acclaimed academic, shares proven strategies that have propelled professionals to the top of their industries.Navigating Social Media Landscapes: Learn how Christine leverages platforms like LinkedIn to enhance visibility and professional connections, crucial for anyone aiming to boost their personal brand.Mastering Public Speaking: Gain insights on becoming a confident and compelling speaker. Christine breaks down techniques that make her an outstanding lecturer and public speaker.Unique Industry Perspectives: Christine discusses her diverse experiences, from overseeing high-profile marketing campaigns to academic research, offering listeners a well-rounded perspective on building a successful personal brand.Real-world Applications of Academic Insights: Discover how theoretical marketing concepts can be practically applied to enhance your personal branding efforts in the competitive market.Leveraging Complaints for Business Improvement: Explore Christine's research on how effectively handling consumer complaints can turn dissatisfied customers into loyal advocates, providing a unique angle on customer relationship management.Networking Made Effective: Learn the art of maintaining and cultivating professional relationships that last, a key skill for anyone in professional services.These insights just scratch the surface of what Christine Armstrong discusses in this must-listen episode for anyone serious about elevating their personal brand in the professional services industry.Connect with Us: Follow us on social media HERE to stay updated with episode releases and behind-the-scenes content. Subscribe to "Personal Branding Unlocked" on your fave podcast platform to ensure you never miss an episode! Our full episodes promise to be insightful, offering actionable advice and stories from seasoned professionals. We can't wait to start this journey with you. Remember, personal branding is a journey, not a destination, and we're here to help you unlock it.Check out our other podcast Leaders Unlocked
Christine Armstrong is an expert and vlogger on the future of work. A regular on the stage at IAB UK Leadership Summit - and always an audience favourite - we wanted to bring her energy, humour and insight to a much wider IAB audience and so invited her to be a guest on the podcast, and she doesn't disappoint. In this chat with James, Christine shares some of the insight she's gleamed from her latest tranche of interviews with business leaders, giving her view on meeting culture, LinkedIn interactions, and why Imposter Syndrome might not be nearly as much of a problem as 'Hancock Syndrome'. If this episode whets your appetite to find out more about Christine, follow her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechristinearmstrong/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this week's Letty Reflects, I reflect on my interview with Christine Armstrong - journalist, published author of The Mother of All Jobs, workplace influencer and mum of 3. Want to hear the whole interview? Search for Letty Meets... Christine Armstrong.
Welcome to the latest episode of Returnity. Christine Armstrong, author of the best-selling book (MUST READ) "The Mother of All Jobs: how to have children and a career and stay sane(ish)" joins me this week in a throwback episode - recorded half way through my second pregnancy. Themes discussed: professional identity, keeping up with the Joneses, equality in marriage, societal expectations on women - and so much more. First Published in 2021.
Letters from the Lunchroom is a podcast that shows you a new side of SparkWheel. We know that people who engage with non-profits have a story to tell, and we want to hear that story. From students to staff members and alumni to volunteers, we connect with people of all backgrounds to discover the journey that brought them to SparkWheel. Join us in the lunchroom to hear these stories, which are always touching, occasionally heart-breaking, and often surprising.In this episode, we talk with Christine Armstrong, Tribal Services Director for SparkWheel. Christine discusses SparkWheel's work with the Native population in Anadarko, Oklahoma, and her favorite memories working with the organization.Want to be a guest on the show and share your own story? Contact Victoria at victoria.partridge@sparkwheel.org.Letters from the Lunchroom is a production of SparkWheel. Theme song: "Like a Polaroid" by Spazz Cardigan | Transition song: "Game Plan" by Bad Snacks
This week's episode is a summary of the Christine Armstrong podcast ‘Finding Freedom at Work and at Home'Michael Hanson and Tom Jenkins dive into the topics discussed on the show including the leading cause of anxiety and stress at work, mental health, what leads to micro-stresses, strategies for dealing with them, and so much more.Enjoy!To listen to the original show or find the articles mentioned in the discussion: - Finding Freedom at Work and at Home: https://tinyurl.com/bdd6erxe - David Hawkins Hierarchy of Human Consciousness: https://tinyurl.com/495wjthk Podcast Chapters:0.00 - Intro0.52 - Biggest Takeaway - Balance Between Work and Home5.52 - Intuition and Finding Your Path10.25 - Dealing with Micro-Stresses14.26 - Having Powerful Conversations(Michael Hanson is the host of the COSMIC Bridge podcast that inspires its listeners to find their higher purpose and connect their material and spiritual life through stories of breathwork teachers, shamans and stroke survivors. He is also the CEO of Growth Genie, an international B2B sales consultancy)
Christine helps you to understand the new world of work, and what makes people and companies successful and productive.Her job is to conduct and review the research into what works and what doesn't. To deliver practical strategies to improve productivity, communication, retention and well-being, based on what real people working in real teams are experiencing. In this podcast she discusses her life and journey to where she is today, some of the research she's conducted, strategies for your success at work and home, and so much more.To find out more about Christine, the resources she mentions and to get in touch:- Christine's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechristinearmstrong/ - Armstrong and Partners Website: https://www.armstrongpartners.co.uk/- Dr. Bill Mitchell's Book: https://www.amazon.com/No-Time-Breathe-Navigating-Happiness/dp/1472972988 - Rob Cross and Karen Dillon's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Microstress-Effect-Little-Things-Problems-ebook/dp/B0B5YDDR7F Podcast Chapters:0.00 - Trailer and Intro1.09 - The Worst Job!4.42 - Using Intuition14.40 - Creating a Good Environment at Work20.28 - Learning Public Speaking23.20 - Keeping Virtual Audiences Engaged26.12 - Thoughts on Hybrid Work32.14 - Demographics and Where People Want to Work37.56 - Tips for Mental Health When Working Remote42.52 - What Are Micro Stresses?45.09 - Having Activities Out of Work47.28 - What Advice Would You Give to Your Younger Self?49.26 - Outro and Takeaways(Michael Hanson is the host of the COSMIC Bridge podcast that inspires its listeners to find their higher purpose and connect their material and spiritual life through stories of breathwork teachers, shamans and stroke survivors. He is also the CEO of Growth Genie, an international B2B sales consultancy)
In this episode, Diana Markaki, CEO and Founder of the Boardroom, talks with Christine Armstrong, an internationally renowned researcher, author and vlogger on the future of work. Christine has an amazing way of summarizing the key findings of lengthy and complex research in a profoundly simple way, making you question your own assumptions, while hanging on to her every word, and laughing “helplessly”. In today's boardroom masterclass, you will learn: Is there ever a “perfect” work-life balance? How can we manage our time and energy to avoid burnout? What are the key challenges for the future of work? Show notes: Christine Armstrong: LinkedIn | Vlog | The Mother of All Jobs: How to Have Children and a Career and Stay Sane(ish) Book reference: Fair Play: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do (and More Life to Live) by Eve Rodsky --- To learn more about the Boardroom, please visit https://www.the-boardroom.ch
My guest today is making her second appearance on the show. Christine Armstrong is a researcher, speaker and vlogger on work - present and future.We discuss her recent research on how businesses are responding to a fresh set of challenges that are emerging, including topics like:The latest data on hybrid work and what's driving people back to the office (or not, as the case may be).How the coming recession is affecting planning and strategy in organisationsWhy all things are not equal in the talent market....and much more.LINKS:Armstrong & Partners websiteChristine's LinkedInChristine Armstrong - Making Work BetterLynda Gratton - Transforming organisations and making hybrid work for everyonePhil Kirschner - Activating the workplaceTim Oldman - Reimagining the Workplace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode is with Christine Armstrong, author, researcher and speaker on the future of work. She is known to 'blow up the bullshit about working parenting and dig into the truth about what works and what really doesn't.' You might have read her piece in the Times that went viral called 'why working mums are being sold an impossible dream about work/life balance — and how to set the record straight' a piece promoting the publication of her brilliant book The Mother of All Jobs: How to Have Children and a Career and Stay Sane(ish). We recorded this episode pre-pandemic, and since then Christine has been researching tirelessly our response to working from home en masse and asking what people want to happen as the world of work continues to change. In this episode, we got into the nitty gritty of parenting, work and why flexible working doesn't always work and how we can try and get it right. Hope you enjoy.Christine's book The Mother Of All Jobs: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/153/9781472956255My Substack page, come and say hi: https://thehyphen.substack.com/My books: https://uk.bookshop.org/contributors/emma-gannonBooks mentioned on Ctrl Alt Delete podcast: https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/books-mentioned-on-ctrl-alt-delete-podcastTwitter: Twitter.com/emmagannonInstagram: Instagram.com/emmagannonuk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week's guest is Phil Kirschner, Senior Expert and Associate Partner of Real Estate, People and Organizational Performance at Mckinsey. Phil has spent the past decade working at the forefront of innovation in workplace strategy for organisations like Credit Suisse, JLL and WeWork. He now advises executive teams on the future of work and post-pandemic workplace strategies, including how to innovate while also smoothing the path for new ways of working.We had a great chat in which we discussed why businesses should be thinking about workplace activation, the effect of an employee's experience on their propensity to come into the office, the future of the flexible and near-home market and why purpose matters.If you enjoy listening, check out my previous conversations with Dror Poleg, Lynda Gratton and Tim Oldman, which I'll link to in the show notes.You'll also hear the latest research on hybrid and remote working in next week's show when I interview Christine Armstrong.LINKS:Phil's LinkedIn pageDror Poleg - Future of work, cities, and human communitiesLynda Gratton - Transforming organisations and making hybrid work for everyoneTim Oldman - Reimagining the WorkplaceSign up for my weekly newsletter, Future Work/Life, HERE.My book, Work/Life Flywheel: Harness the work revolution and reimagine your career without fear, will be published on 17th January 2023. You can pre-order your copy HERE. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week's Dum Tee Dum is a repeat of the Sunday omnibus music, a fabulous rendition of Berwick Green from the very talented Paul Sartin and the group Bellowhead. Sadly Paul suddenly died this week and we wanted to pay homage to this fabulous musician. On this episode we'll hear from Jen,in her car, Claire Astbury, Christine Armstrong (formerly cycling Christine) and Drew in the Tokyo office!Plus: Tweet of the week from Purple Pumpkin And we have a social media round-up from Witherspoon FB roundup and welcoming new members of our FB group.Please call into the show using this link: https://www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Do keep your call to a maximum of two minutes. The minimum age for contributors is 18.To support the show visit us at: https://www.patreon.com/dumteedum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Murder suspect Kaitlin Armstrong, has been on the run for a month. She was last seen at a Newark Airport. Now a private investigator is telling Fox News that Armstrong could possibly be traveling under her sister's name. Jason Jensen says that he believes Armstrong is using the alias “Christine Armstrong.” He says he has given US Marshal's information that three days after Armstrong was seen in the New York area, a new driver's license popped up in public records under Christine Armstrong's name, using the address of a Haven For Humanity Wellness center in Livingston Manor, New York. Haven for Humanity has confirmed that Christine Armstrong is a volunteer for the company and is currently staying at its New York compound. An unnamed camper claimed to Fox News that he saw Kaitlin Armstrong at Camp Haven around a month ago. Joining Nancy Grace Today: James Shelnutt - 27 years Atlanta Metro Area Major Case Detective, Former S.W.A.T. officer, Attorney (Gadsden, AL), The Shelnutt Law Firm, P.C., ShelnuttLawFirm.com, Twitter: @ShelnuttLawFirm Dr. Shari Schwartz - Forensic Psychologist specializing in Capital Mitigation and Victim Advocacy (Miami Beach, FL), Panthermitigation.com, Twitter: @TrialDoc, Author: "Criminal Behavior" and "Where Law and Psychology Intersect: Issues in Legal Psychology" Sheryl McCollum - Forensic Expert, Founder: Cold Case Investigative Research Institute in Atlanta, GA, ColdCaseCrimes.org, @ColdCaseTips Dr. Jeffrey M. Jentzen Professor of Forensic Pathology and Director of Autopsy and Forensic Services at the University of Michigan Medical School, former Medical Examiner in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin Jason Jensen - Private Investigator (Salt Lake City, UT), Jensen Private Investigations, JensenPrivateInvestigations.com, Twitter: @JasonJPI, Facebook/Instagram: "Jensen Investigations" Michael Ruiz - Reporter, Fox News Digital, Twitter: @MikeRreports See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New polling shows that, in the wake of the Uvalde school shooting, the Texas gubernatorial race has tightened between Gov. Greg Abbott and Democratic challenger Beto O'Rourke. Kaitlin Armstrong, on the run now for over a month in connection with the shooting death of pro cyclist Anna Moria Wilson, may be going by her sister Christine Armstrong's name in New York - she also may have fled to Canada. Austin Police are searching for 11 year old Eimi Estrada, who has been missing since Monday and was last seen in the North Plaza/Rundberg area of North Austin. A 17-year-old with an extensive criminal record was shot by a man he was trying to rob in a Domain parking lot on Tuesday. Austin is rated highly among "equity-rich" metros - meaning that relatively few Austin homeowners owe more on their mortgages than their homes are worth. Texas and Oklahoma, said to be departing the Big 12 for the SEC by 2025, have reportedly moved that goal up a year to 2024. Singer Zac Collier, a Texas A&M alum, has been cut from a National Anthem performance at the College World Series after being seen flashing the anti-UT "horns down" hand sign at the Women's College World Series, in which Texas Softball was a competitor. Weekend live music: Friday shows include Pride At Swan Dive with Sabrina Ellis and more, Tameca Jones in what she bills as her "last public performance" at Antone's, Viben and the Submersibles at the Mohawk, Broncho at Empire Control Room, and Casey Donahew at the Haute Spot. Saturday sees The Crystal Method at The Venue ATX, Ty Segall at the Mohawk, Slaid Cleaves at The 04 Center, and Crystal Gayle at the Haute Spot. Sunday, the Stay Black And Live music festival day features Ivy Rootz, Charmin Greene, Mama Duke, WC Clark and tons more at the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center. Austin weather: we snapped a streak of consecutive triple-digit days that lasted over a week on Wednesday, but we're back at it today with a high of 101 expected, and similar and likely longer streaks of 100+ heat are likely coming throughout the summer.
Christine's life turned upside down in 2009 after she gave birth to her first child. She found it difficult to juggle her new life as a mother and continue to excel in her career. Things didn't get any easier as her family grew. Christine decided the only way to find answers was to conduct research on how mothers balance their life at home with their careers. The results were shocking - the truth was, most mothers struggled and Christine wasn't alone. The Mother of All Jobs was published in 2018 and it brings together the wisdom of the women who opened up about everything into a manifesto for happy professional families. Her book shines a light on the damage social media can have on new mothers and brings them hope that having children and a successful career is possible. Follow Christine on Instagram and Twitter.
This episode of Breaking Brave is brought to you by: SOULSNACKS! Soul snacks are single ingredient, eco conscious dog and cat treats! Sourced directly from farms in Ontario and wrapped in fully compostable packaging. Treating your pets never felt so good. Head to https://soulsnacks.ca/ and use coupon code BREAKINGBRAVE for 15% off your purchase!!! & CRANK COFFEE the newest member of the Neal Brothers family. Crank Coffee is a new Canadian whole bean coffee brand that is certified organic and fair trade. Founded by the Neal Brothers Peter and Chris. This brand was influenced by cycling, coffee lovers, and experts! Check it out at the Neal brothers online shop here: https://shop.nealbrothersfoods.com/collections/crank%C2%AE-coffee-co and USE COUPON CODE BRAVE for 20% OFF Your first Crank Coffee purchase! -- Award-winning film & television editor CHRISTINE ARMSTRONG is known for her work on hit television shows such as #BLACKAF, RUTHERFORD FALLS, UPLOAD, NIGHT OWL and films such as THE NEW ROMANTIC, MARY GOES ROUND, and SUGAR DADDY, for which she received a Canadian Screen Award nomination for Best Editing at the 9th Canadian Screen Awards in 2021! For more from Christine, please connect via socials: IG: @_charmy LinkedIn: @charmstrong -- As always, thank you so much for listening to Breaking Brave! If you like the show, please subscribe, review, and/or send us your suggestions or questions via the platforms below! For more from Marilyn Barefoot or to get in touch with her directly, please connect via: Marilyn's website: https://marilynbarefoot.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynbarefootbigideas/ Twitter: @MarilynBarefoot Instagram: @marilynbarefoot ABOUT Marilyn Barefoot, the Host of Breaking Brave: Breaking Brave is Hosted by Marilyn Barefoot, one of the foremost business coaches & creative ideators in North America - Marilyn gets hired by several of the world's biggest brands, companies, and organizations (the NHL, McDonald's, Deloitte, Coca-Cola, MTV, Viacom, The CFL, Forbes Magazine; to name just a few) to help them get unstuck and generate big, creative ideas. It helps us so much to have your feedback which goes a really long way in helping us shape the future of Breaking Brave and host the guests you're most interested in hearing from! So if you have the time, please subscribe, review, and connect with Marilyn on social media or through her website! And as always, thanks so much for tuning in!
Do you feel like you've been hearing the same conversations about working parents for years, yet not enough has changed? This week my guest, Christine Armstrong, shares how she's on a mission to blow apart the LIES about working parents and instead dig into the truths of what actually works. There's a false narrative that if you just work harder everything will be fine, regardless of the struggles of balancing motherhood with a career. While you may feel you're alone in these struggles, this is not the case. Yet having this conversation with other women can only take us so far. For real progress to be made we need to engage men and leadership as well. Christine discusses how we can achieve this, while also providing tips & strategies that will help you stay sane(ish) as a working parent.
Do you feel like you've been hearing the same conversations about working parents for years, yet not enough has changed? This week my guest, Christine Armstrong, shares how she's on a mission to blow apart the LIES about working parents and instead dig into the truths of what actually works. There's a false narrative that if you just work harder everything will be fine, regardless of the struggles of balancing motherhood with a career. While you may feel you're alone in these struggles, this is not the case. Yet having this conversation with other women can only take us so far. For real progress to be made we need to engage men and leadership as well. Christine discusses how we can achieve this, while also providing tips & strategies that will help you stay sane(ish) as a working parent. Read the full show notes over on our website School for Mothers Website ● School For Mothers Private Facebook Group ● School for Mothers Instagram
Shelley Fabares began her career tap dancing and modeling from the age three years old. She appeared on such TV shows as Captain Midnight (1954) and Annie Oakley (1954) and at the age 12, she made her professional film debut in the Rock Hudson/Cornell Borchers tearjerker Never Say Goodbye (1956) as Hudson's daughter, and went on to play kid sister roles in the rock 'n' roll-themed Rock, Pretty Baby! (1956) and its sequel Summer Love (1957) both starring John Saxon. Early TV appearances included the Producers' Showcase adaptation of Our Town starring Frank Sinatra and Paul Newman. She was Young Cathy in a Matinee Theatre adaptation of Wuthering Heights. Teen-idol status came with her coming-of-age role as the ever-wholesome daughter "Mary Stone" on The Donna Reed Show (1958). She had a #1 Billboard hit with the song "Johnny Angel." After which, she co-starred with Elvis Presley in the movies Girl Happy (1965), Spinout (1966) and Clambake (1967). Shelley is Golden Globe nominated for her role as the altruistic wife of a dying footballer "Brian Piccolo" in Brian's Song (1971), where she starred opposite James Caan and Billy Dee Williams. She co-starred in the series The Brian Keith Show (1972), The Practice (1976), Highcliffe Manor (1979), the late-night soap spoof Forever Fernwood (1977) and marvelously played the villian opposite Bonnie Franklin in the hit sitcom One Day at a Time (1975). On television, she will forever be associated with her character Christine Armstrong, Craig T. Nelson's resourceful mate on hit series Coach (1989), where she earned two Emmy nominations. Shelley is married to actor Mike Farrell of M*A*S*H (1972). Together, they supplied the voices for Ma and Pa Kent on the Superman: The Animated Series (1996). Shelley and Mike joined us on the podcast to talk about their love story, working with Elvis Presley and Donna Reed, starring on the hit show Coach, her hit song Johnny Angel and so much more.
Author and Vlogger Christine Armstrong joins Juliet Oury and Philippa Sturt this week on BWB.Christine is the author of The Mother of All Jobs: How To Have Children And A Career And Stay Sane(ish) published by Bloomsbury, writes regularly for the Times and Telegraph, and is a contributing editor of Management Today. Christine's work focuses on parenting, work-life balance, and the future of work. Her current focus is hybrid work and how we manage our home and work lives.The three discuss Christine's (baby littered) career path which led her to co-found Jericho Chambers and subsequently writing her book, the various realities of gender inequality she's experienced in the workplace, and how she believes we should start approaching change, as well as her refreshing perspectives on uncomfortable truths about being in business, realizations through failure, who we should be learning from, plus more.Check out Christine Armstrong's recommendations:The Moth PodcastHarvard Business ReviewsBWB is powered by Oury Clark.
Before we begin - Click the following link to subscribe to the New Leaf Nutshell, breaking down the most controversial of motherhood topics and doing all the Googling, so you don't have to. This month, I'm debunking Sleep Training and exploring its murky waters, as we discover the secret (or lack thereof)... of getting your tiny terror to sleep --> https://newleafpodcast.substack.com/p/the-new-leaf-nutshell-should-i-sleep?r=aze8z&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&utm_source=copy I am over the moon to have the amazing writer, vlogger, speaker and consultant Christine Armstrong joining New Leaf. Christine is a mother of three, and author of the incredibly successful book, Mother of All Jobs, which explores the battle to make modern parenting actually work - from fertility all the way up to having school age kids and balancing lengthy school holidays with working hours, our relationships, our careers and our own sanity whilst also trying to be there for our kids . Not a particularly easy subject - and one she battles through whilst also managing to make you laugh and want to be her friend, of course. What Christine also talked about at length, is the absolutely essential role our partners play in navigating this minefield. In New Leaf, I've so far rather neglected talking about our other halves, which I know seems a bit mad as obviously it takes two to tango, and is so essential to modern feminism, in terms of making parenting more equal. Christine really, really made me think hard about this afterwards. In the episode, she talks a lot about her mum, a 1970s feminist who had strong ideals about her daughters not ever ending up being dependent on a partner, and there is a moment where she talks about her mum's desire that she ‘married well' - something I misunderstood initially, as I thought she was basically saying marry rich - but instead she talks about basically marrying a decent human being, who actively wants to be involved in the parenting and wants to be actively supportive of whatever your choices are following a baby. And if they aren't your partner any more, someone who still parents equally can make all the difference to your professional and personal life. We discuss where life, relationships, babies, jobs and society all crash into each other - and everything in between. Introducing, Christine.
In this episode, I talk to Christine Armstrong, the founder of Armstrong & Partners and a researcher, consultant and writer, about the future of work.I became aware of Christine's work through her fantastic vlogs, which she publishes every week on LinkedIn. They cover all matter subjects related to work and life, including the perils of Zoom, the pain of homeschooling, and the problem of assuming that flexible work is the answer to all our work/life challenges.She also offers a refreshing take on some of the steps organisations need to take to make work better, and I enjoy not just her videos but her writing on the subject. As well as her book, Mother of All Jobs, released in 2018, Christine also writes for the Telegraph, Grazia, and Management Today, amongst others.There are plenty of folks throwing around platitudes and empty opinions at the moment related to work and how that intersects with our personal lives. I think you'll discover in this podcast that Christine is not one of those people. We chatted about the difference between flexible and remote work, burnout, and how businesses need to think about redesigning work at an organisational, team and individual level. Plus, how business models affect our understanding of the way we expect people to work - specifically, the problems with using TIME as the primary output.LINKS:Christine's LinkedIn profileArmstrong & PartnersFuture Work/Life newsletter See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jon, Jo and Kate talk Learning Technologies, remote working inequality and cover a few great pieces of content, plus we hear from Stefaan van Hooydonk about why curiosity is so important. The TJ content we discuss: How to write a book you'll be proud of The problem with remote working, and five ways to make it work #TJtalks: Stefaan van Hooydonk on the importance of curiosity for individuals and organisations ...and the tweet from Christine Armstrong and resulting coversation between Owen Ferguson and David d'Souza and you can get more info about LTDX here
Christine Armstrong, author of Mother of all Jobs, talks about being inspired by reading and how it helps her grow her confidence, how to think about charm as a superpower, and tips on how to show up to convey confidence.
Today is the perfect time to take control of your future. As part of our Everybody Eats series, we are focusing on our financial well-being because it matters to farming, business and making sure Everybody Eats! Hear FIVE tips that you can immediately use to take control of your financial future as a female with financial leader, Christine Armstrong.
Wouldn’t it be amazing if I could wave a magic wand and fix all of your work/home life balance problems? While I can’t promise that this podcast episode will do that, my guest Christine Armstrong does reveal what she believes to be the solution to our work/parenting problems.Christine is a mum of three and the author of The Mother Of All Jobs, a book which explores all of the angles of that common issue – making work work when you’ve got children. We cover a lot during our chat… Christine shares her own experience of discovering that it’s quite tricky to do it all when you become a mum and she talks about some of the people she interviewed for her book and shares their pearls of wisdom.We chat about how the work place just isn’t designed for women and ways that couples can fairly divide up domestic duties so that it doesn’t all land on one person.This episode is packed full of Christine’s clever observations and findings!You can find Christine online at her website, Twitter and Instagram. And you can buy her book The Mother Of All Jobs here.If you enjoyed this episode then please leave a rating or review - and you can subscribe to ensure you don’t miss future episodes. Thank you!Not Another Mummy Podcast is brought to you by me, journalist and blogger Alison Perry. I'm a mum of three and I love interviewing people about parenthood on the podcast. You can check out my other episodes and you can come chat to me on Instagram: @iamalisonperry or on Twitter: @iamalisonperry. You can pre-order my book OMG It's Twins (out March 2021) now.Music: Epidemic SoundArtwork: Eleanor Bowmer See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Passion is the golden thread that defines this week’s SME: SOS podcast - as Holly speaks to Author Christine Armstrong, writer of The Mother of All Jobs: How to Have Children and a Career and Stay Sane(ish) and Miraphora Mina, co founder of design studio Mina Lima and one half of the creative duo behind bringing the Harry Potter films to life. Whether it is for making societal change or for the pure love of her own craft - both Christine and Mira have this burning passion in bucket loads. You can’t learn it, teach it or fake it - true passion is bubbling to the brim, unmistakable and addictive to be around. In this episode, Holly and her guests discuss the role that a physical space can play in opening up your brand to the world, alongside the reality of being a mother in business. SME: SOS is a topical podcast to support small businesses through this turbulent time. Offering advice from experts and founders, this episode is designed to empower and support you through practical tips, advice and real life experiences. This SME: SOS podcast episode is brought to you with thanks to Dell Technologies. Follow Holly and #SMESOS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollytucker/?hl=en
Christine Armstrong is an author, researcher and speaker on the future of work. She is a contributing editor of Management Today, She is known to 'blow up the bullshit about working parenting and dig into the truth about what works. And what really doesn’t.' You might have read her piece in the Times that went viral called 'why working mums are being sold an impossible dream about work/life balance — and how to set the record straight' a piece promoting the publication of her brilliant book The Mother of All Jobs: How to Have Children and a Career and Stay Sane(ish. We recorded this episode pre-lockdown, and Christine is now researching our response to working from home en masse and asking what people want to happen next. I really hope you enjoy this episode we got into the nitty gritty of parenting, work and why flexible working doesn't always work - and how we can try and get it right. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
On this week’s episode, Molly and Jacqui are joined by Christine Armstrong, Managing Director of the Transformative Culture Project and Board Member at Miranda’s Hearth to explore the concepts of intersectionality, trauma, identity and dissociation. The three broads discuss how the institutional canon we are taught early on in our educational system, media coverage and power dynamics overall inform how ethnic and racial stories are told - which ultimately informs how many understand only one version of the American experience. Also, jokes!
Cityparents' Director Helen Beedham talks to Christine Armstrong, the writer, speaker and business advisor, about being a working parent and her book ‘The mother of all jobs: how to have children and a career and stay sane (ish)'. In the podcast, Christine talks about her own experience of being a working parent with small children and the experience of the many parents she interviewed when writing her book, and shares some tips on how to best balance the many competing pressures.
Lets prioritise the things in our life, stop trying to do it all and fix our sh*t!Christine Armstrong is sharing her tips on how we can set up things in our life so that we don’t get overwhelmed with all of the responsibilities we give ourselves. As more and more of us are trying to juggle parenting, home life, a social life and a working life, are we trying to do too much? Christine is busting the myth that it’s possible to do it all in her book Mother Of All JobsAnd bringing some of her positive energy to the studio Shaa Wasmund, the best selling author is telling the ladies about her new book How To Fix Your Sh*t which is providing you with the tools so that you can help yourself, she’s not telling you what to do, but how to get out of your own way!For information on all your hosts you can click on their names:Harriet MinterNatalie CampbellEmma Sexton If you want to get in touch you can find us on all the socials under this name: @badasswomenshrAnd for more about the podcast head here: https://www.badasswomenshour.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This is part four of our four part series covering EditCon 2019. In this episode we will hear from indie feature editors Michelle Szemberg of Un Traductor, Christine Armstrong of The New Romantic and Isabelle Malenfant, CCE of Pieds nus dans l'aube. There's no formula to a festival hit, but these three editors, each with a recent feature film on the circuit, shed light on their respective experiences. This panel discussion moderated by Lisa Grootenboer, CCE focuses on their careers in indie film, their process in editing these films, getting a festival run, and what lies ahead.
The Innovator Diaries Podcast shares the stories of innovators and influencers from all areas and industries, to understand key aspects of success, and how people go from being good at what they do, to great and outstanding. Our aim is to bring you a story from an expert in each specific profession with the goal to inspire, educate and provide practical advice to others -especially for students- therefore becoming virtual mentors. This will help you improve your own careers, business or lifestyle. We believe education is the most important tool anyone can receive and that it should be free and open to all. We have interviews and masterclasses in English and Spanish. Yes, a bilingual podcast.
Do you feel like you’ve been hearing the same conversations about working parents for years, yet not enough has changed? This week my guest, Christine Armstrong, shares how she’s on a mission to blow apart the LIES about working parents and instead dig into the truths of what actually works. There’s a false narrative that if you just work harder everything will be fine, regardless of the struggles of balancing motherhood with a career. While you may feel you’re alone in these struggles, this is not the case. Yet having this conversation with other women can only take us so far. For real progress to be made we need to engage men and leadership as well. Christine discusses how we can achieve this, while also providing tips & strategies that will help you stay sane(ish) as a working parent. Read the full show notes over on our website School for Mothers Website ● School For Mothers Private Facebook Group ● School for Mothers Instagram
This week Sarah talks to special guest Christine Armstrong author of The Mother of All Jobs. Christine shares how work has changed whilst the needs of children and the world of school and childcare has not changed at all. Christine shares what she has learnt from interviewing hundreds of professional parents who have opened up about everything from the good to the truly awful experiences of parenting. Together Sarah and Christine discuss why combining careers and motherhood can be such a challenge and what everyone can learn from the people who make it work (most of the time!) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
I share my reflections on social and cultural pressure for women to shrink their bodies, including the rules I am personally trying to break to live a life on my own terms rather than motivated by trying to please others. I draw out the themes from my recent reading of ‘Work like a Woman’ by Mary Portas, ‘The Mother of All Jobs’ by Christine Armstrong, and ‘How to Fail’ by Elizabeth Day. I also read a piece called ‘The Rules for Being a Woman’ by writer Erin O’Loughlin. Please be in touch with any feedback at therearenorulespodcast@gmail.com
Flexible working includes various working arrangements such as part time, flexitime, compressed hours and working from home to name but a few. With UK Prime Minister Theresa May’s support the Flexible Working Taskforce was established to widen the availability and take-up of flexible working and is chaired by the CIPD. In this episode we’ll explore the work of the Taskforce and the CIPD’s investigations into flexible working including design, availability, visibility, and productivity. We capture ideas and insights from Peter Cheese and Claire McCartney from the CIPD, Kamal Shergill, Dan Kieran, Christine Armstrong, and Margaret Heffernan.
There aren't many opportunities to slip the word 'sesquicentennial' into conversation, so make the most of this one by recommending it, casual-like, to all your friends. A few of my favourite moments from the last few Extraordinary Business Book Club episodes, with the focus today on serendipity. (There's another great word right there...) James Kelley on pivoting your book idea Alexandra Levit on spotting the opportunities in what's said Christine Armstrong on spotting the opportunities in what's NOT said Whitney Johnson on how opportunities - and books - evolve Graham Allcott on spotting the opportunities to turn a book into a brand Karen Morley on capturing everyday insights Mac Macartney on making your own luck Sean Pillot de Chenecey on knowing when to close the opportunity window and ship.
In her essay Making the Cut, Picture Editor and Storyteller Christine Armstrong takes us through her industry insight and process, speaking to the barriers she’s had to break down and what led her to her career as an editor.
If you're a working parent, you won't need telling that this isn't really working. You might not, however, be aware that it's not working for pretty much everybody. In her research for The Mother of All Jobs, Christine Armstrong uncovered a conspiracy of silence that means every working mother feels uniquely incompetent when in fact the system is fundamentally broken. But even if this topic isn't of burning interest to you, Christine's warts-and-all account of how she wrangled her material into book shape and the support systems she created to make the writing possible are invaluable for any writer.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, blames the drop in the Dow on Tariffs.
Soon after Christine Armstrong’s husband took a company buyout and launched a family vacation business, the executive and new mother found herself in an intolerable job situation and quit to start her own business- resulting in a double dose the challenges of startup life. For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/ChristineArmstrong
What does togetherness mean for you? Cherry Healey, Rosie Underwood and Christine Armstrong join presenter Viv Groskop to talk friends, family, glamour and gatherings in the run up to Christmas. With a busy festive calendar ahead, the panel are also making sense of seasonal style and reveal the top must-have pieces and style recommendations. It’s time to get your wishlists ready…
Christine Armstrong is the Author of ‘The Mother of All Jobs: How to Have Children and a Career and Stay Sane (ish)', which has immediately had a huge impact on the Motherhood and career conversation. She is a mum of 3, Contributing Editor to Management Today and also a co-founder of a communications consultancy. Her message is clear; if you're struggling with working and motherhood you're not alone and it's not your fault. We have an honest, practical and at times funny discussion on this topic which is at the heart of so many of our lives and yet often goes unspoken. We discuss: - The reality of working and motherhood - We discuss why it is the system fundamentally failing and not us as mothers. - What needs to change; how society has shifted, but the systems in place for childcare and education for children aren't meeting our needs. - Who the happiest people are in the modern system of work and parenting. Learn why those that aren't in fixed patterns and are flexible are the most happy. - How to live a life with competing demands and practical solutions. Christine's book is available on Amazon ‘The Mother of All Jobs: How to Have Children and a Career and Stay Sane(ish)' Christine is active on Twitter: @CArmstrongLDN
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports the PPI coming in "hotter than expected."
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, talks about a rough month of October.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports jobless claims continue to be positive.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, says this is no time to panic.
Author and Anna's stable-mate, Christine Armstrong comes into the studio this week to discuss the quandary that often comes after kids - what happens when you go back to work?Christine chats all about what happened when she went back to work after having a baby, making big choices, social exclusion, Dads in the playground and trading a cooker for a blowie. Listen by clicking ‘Play', subscribe on iTunes and please do rate and review to help spread the word. Look out for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday and keep the conversation going.@BreakingMadPod. ****BUY NOW 'Breaking Mum and Dad: The Insider's Guide to Parenting Anxiety' Find Christine:Twitter: @carmstrongldn See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave blames the trade deficit, tariffs and rising rates for the plunge.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, says to look for a few more rocky days before the mid-terms.
Christine Armstrong is on a mission. The work/family/life balance is well out of kilter and she says it's time for a change. In her book The Mother of Jobs, How to have children and a career and stay sane(ish) she explodes the myth that if you're just super organised you can 'have it all'. That the only option to succeed in work when you have a family is to 'lean in'. She talks about the reality of being a working mum, and how the working world needs to change for everyone.
Pakistan's finance minister has announced the country will ask the International Monetary Fund for a bailout. We'll hear from Nadeem Haque, a former Pakistani official and former IMF representative, and Saeed Shah from the Wall Street Journal in Islamabad. Then, Jair Bolsonaro is the favourite in the second round of Brazil's presidential election. The BBC's Julia Carneiro gives us the latest on the country's reaction and what happens now. It’s an age-old question, how do women balance the demands of raising a family with career progression? With three small children and a challenging job Christine Armstrong wanted that question answered once and for all, so she asked as many women as possible for her book the Mother of all Jobs. Alison Green has been giving workplace advice for over a decade and one thing that keeps surprising her is that people want their problems solved without even speaking to the key person. She explains why direct conversation can be the best. All throughout the show, we’ll be joined by Ralph Silva of the Silva Research Network in Toronto, Canada, and Asit Biswas from the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy in Singapore IMAGE DESCRIPTION: Pakistani President Imran Khan speaks to the media on July 25, 2018. PHOTO CREDIT: Aamir Qureshi/AFP/Getty Images)
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports on concerns surrounding housing, oil and trade.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports oil prices could be going up.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports the market is holding its breath over a possible interest rate hike from the Fed
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, is anticipating a 3rd interest rate hike for the year.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, blames trade worries for the downturn open in the market.
Samantha Cameron talks about how she makes her marriage work and life at Number 10 and Christine Armstrong, author of Mother's Work - How to Have Children and a Career and Stay Sane(ish) -https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/the-mother-of-all-jobs-9781472956231/ - reveals the lies working women tell to keep up appearances. Our book picks are How Hard Can it be by Allison Pearson and Our Kind of Cruelty by Araminta Hall. Our TV picks are Succession on Sky Atlantic and Good Girls on Netflix.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, comments on the possibility of a historically unstable September.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports consumer confidence solid.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave reports all eyes on the "Jackson Hole Summit."
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports the marked is still solid for the month.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, is keeping an eye on Turkey, trade tariffs, and China.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, says trade policy a big factor in a down market.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports on tariffs on China creating uncertainty.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports the Fed expects to raise interest rates 4 times this year.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports weekly jobless claims the best since 1969.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports oil at a 3-year high.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, tells us if this is a good time to buy or sell.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports weekly jobless claims improve.
Regulating for the common good - is the devil the detail? In an era of disruption, how do we bring in effective regulatory systems with a bigger picture view, geared towards public good? Journalist Matthew Gwyther interviews: Christine Armstrong, Co-founder, Jericho Chambers; David Brown, CEO, Go-Ahead Group; Harry Armstrong, Head of Technology Futures, Nesta; Katy Taylor, Group Marketing and Customer Experience Director, Go-Ahead Group; Michael Hurwitz, Director of Innovation, Transport for London; Simon Craven, Special Adviser, Go-Ahead Group; Stephen Joseph, CEO, Campaign for Better Transport, and Tony Travers, Director, Institute of Public Affairs, London School of Economics. From a starting point of transport, the conversation covers wider use of data, nationalisation vs privatisation, the importance of culture, better power symmetry across different industries, and working with - not against - innovators to design regulation fit for the future.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, says interest rates the reason for the wild start to the market.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports we're on pace for the best week in a year.
Dave is off. Christine Armstrong, Executive Director at Morgan Stanley, is in. How do we start this Friday morning?
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports retail sales up for the holiday season.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave reports the Dow opens down.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports on a very calm market for October.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports on a slight pause in the market coming off the biggest gain in 6 months.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, says look for the heaviest earnings day today in one of the heaveiest earnings week of the year.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports on the Consumer Price Index at an 8 month high.
Christine and her husband Stephen, have always loved to cycle and cycling has played a huge part in their lives. During this podcast Christine shares more about how she got into cycling, why they decided to pack up and head off on an adventure of a lifetime! Show notes Why Christine reached out to me Why she started cycling Her first cycling adventure! Meeting her husband and their join love for cycling Starting to take regular cycling holidays Having children and going on holiday with them to Northern Europe The cycle holiday that stands out to her Getting the idea to cycle the world - how the idea first started.. Giving themselves 16/17 months to prepare Why the world! One year or two years?! Who they told first and their reaction! Her friends and what they said! “How are you going to manage being with your husband everyday?” Getting married in 1984 Did she have any fears/worries before the trip? Being - Flexible The planning…. The start and how she was feeling.. Getting into their routine by day 2! The challenges she faces… breaking her arm Taking a 5 month break Deciding where to go next… The challenges of cycling in New Zealand The daily routine while on the road The challenges of cycling in Japan Advice for women who want to go on a big cycling trip Deciding to come home Plans to head back to South America Settling back into home life! Blogging about their adventure! Final words of advice! Blog http://www.christineandstephen.co.uk & on Twitter @CycleGBCoast
Show notes Awesome day?! Nothing booked in until 5pm Nightmare with finding vlog footage and getting downloaded Watch vlog 97 (from the Appalachian Trail) Uploading Alex’s post to my website & Linkedin Soooooo time consuming Not achieving at the moment Feeling frustrated Speaking with Christine Armstrong for the Tough Girl Podcast Wanting to speak to real women Catching up with Rachel Wise from - 7 women/7 challenges Exciting news re WAEXPO Time for bed! Chat tomorrow - have an awesome day
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports the market is higher across the board.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports on the market coming off the best week of the year and keeping an eye on emerging markets.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports on August jobs numbers and rising gas prices due to Harvey.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave reports the aftermath of Harvey to make a hard economic impact.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, says the jobs growth is better than expected.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports gold up and interest rates down as the market opens at triple digit losses.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports Harvey could have an impact on gas and oil prices.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave reports on the Dow opening 60 points dwon after a strong close yesterday.
Christine Armstrong, in for Dave, reports on the market opening on the positive side and on a rise in home prices.