Podcast appearances and mentions of michelle battersby

We're back next week (so excited!!) but in the meantime, have a listen to this chat with the incredible Michelle Battersby, otherwise known as one of the OG girl bosses. Enjoy!! Big Small Talk Instagram Sarah-Jane's Instagram Michelle BattersbySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer we're curating your playlist with some of our favourite episodes of BIZ - our podcast that gets your work life sorted! Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst reveal their all-time favourite work hacks that have made the biggest difference in their careers.We've gathered game-changing shortcuts from global experts including professors from Yale and NYU, tech founders, and productivity gurus.You will learn:- how to make networking genuinely enjoyable (even if you're an introvert) - why goal-setting might actually be holding you back - how to redesign your physical environment for maximum productivity - the keyboard shortcut strategy that could save you hours every week Plus special guest, productivity guru Amantha Imber (who has interviewed every major work expert on the planet) shares her top eight genius shortcuts that you can implement immediately. Learn more about Amantha’s company Inventium, listen to her brilliant How I Work podcast or follow Amantha on LinkedIn.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereHere is the Mamamia Out Loud episode that inspired this one!You might be interested in our episodes on:How To Talk So People Listen To YouHow To Be More Productive (Without Trying Too Hard)Time Blocking Doesn't Work (Until You Do It Right)How To Ask For More Money (Without Dying From Awkwardness)THE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby. Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. You can remain anon!HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie Page and Sophie Campbell.AUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer we're curating your playlist with some of our favourite episodes of BIZ - our podcast that gets your work life sorted! Ever felt that full-body cringe when someone suggests "let's network"? You're not alone. In this episode of BIZ, career powerhouses Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst completely redefine networking for people who hate networking. Michelle reveals how she flipped the script with her genius "Anti-Network" events, while Soph shares how she built one of tech's most valuable professional networks... from a gutter (yes, really).Get their exact scripts for cold LinkedIn outreach that won't make you die inside, learn exactly where to stand at a networking event so you don’t waste your time, and discover which networking style actually works for your personality.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereYou might be interested in our episodes on:How To Talk So People Listen To YouHow To Be More Productive (Without Trying Too Hard)Time Blocking Doesn't Work (Until You Do It Right)How To Ask For More Money (Without Dying From Awkwardness)THE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. You can remain anon!HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer we're curating your playlist with some of our favourite episodes of BIZ - our podcast that gets your work life sorted! Revenge Quitting is going to be 2025’s biggest trend - but what is it, should you do it, and how can it be done with grace? Em Vernem enlists Biz career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst to teach us how to quit the right way and how to avoid the wrong way.Plus HR expert Nikola Squires will share how to know when it's time to go, plus the most professional exit strategies.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here Listen to more BIZ here. THE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer we're curating your playlist with some of our favourite episodes of BIZ - our podcast that gets your work life sorted! Whether you're navigating a redundancy right now or just want to be prepared, we’re going to change your perspective of redundancy. Mia Freedman takes us behind the headlines of her very public redundancy that led her to founding Mamamia (you won’t believe the job they offered her instead…).You'll hear Mia in conversation with Michelle Battersby and then insight from our career coach Soph Hirst, and you'll get practical advice on how to create a narrative that positions you perfectly for your next role and how to rebuild your confidence and reputation after a career setback.If you want your work life issue solved, send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here and follow the Biz Instagram here. Listen to more BIZ here.THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaFollow Michelle's startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer we're curating your playlist with some of our favourite episodes of BIZ - our podcast that gets your work life sorted! Do you know we ALL should strive to be part personality hire?! Join Em Vernem as we learn about building rapport and ‘vibes’ at work from Biz career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst.You’ll learn the surprising science behind why workplace energy matters (yep there's actual research on this!); how to ‘learn’ one character trait that will make you more likeable; and how to bring your full self to work without crossing professional boundaries.Plus we meet Sana from Canva whose job title literally includes the word "vibes" and learn how her department is revolutionising workplace culture.This ep is perfect for anyone questioning their workplace identity, managers trying to build better teams, or anyone who just wants work to be that bit more fun! Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here Listen to more BIZ here. THE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.If you wanna see three of our favourite girl bosses in action, Mamamia Out Loud is going on tour! Jessie, Mia, Holly and BIZ’s own Em Vernem are heading to Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney in May to celebrate 10 years of Australia’s #1 women’s podcast. Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR here.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer we're curating your playlist with some of our favourite episodes of BIZ - our podcast that gets your work life sorted! This episode will demolish everything you thought you knew about mentorship. Our career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst will let you in on a fresh approach to professional development, moving away from the traditional "one perfect mentor" model to a more flexible, inclusive strategy - think less marriage proposal, more dating. Plus you’ll hear the five-sentence email template that's going to help you land that dream mentor conversation. Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here Listen to more BIZ here.THE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.If you wanna see three of our favourite girl bosses in action, Mamamia Out Loud is going on tour! Jessie, Mia, Holly and BIZ’s own Em Vernem are heading to Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney in May to celebrate 10 years of Australia’s #1 women’s podcast. Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR here.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.If you would like to participate in our brand uplift study for Hubspot for a chance t win $50, click HEREHOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer we're curating your playlist with some of our favourite episodes of BIZ - our podcast that gets your work life sorted! This episode will completely transform how you'll think about managing your time, as we deep dive into the often misunderstood practice of time blocking with productivity expert Deb Ho.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your to-do list or struggled to focus on deep work; join Em Vernem, Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst to learn practical solutions that don't require you to become a "productivity robot". And if you’re time blocking skeptic or have tried and abandoned it before, this episode will give you the clear, precise direction you need to transform your workday. Trust us, you’ll soon understand why you need to be spending more time in your calendar than your inbox! Check out Deb Ho’s amazing Time Block Planner and other Productivity Resources.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here Listen to more BIZ here.THE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. You can remain anon!If you would like to participate in our brand uplift study for Hubspot for a chance t win $50, click HERE.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer we're curating your playlist with some of our favourite episodes of BIZ - our podcast that gets your work life sorted! Do you find most ‘productivity’ hacks too hard/too time-consuming to learn and too hard to remember? BIZ is here to save you. By the end of this episode you’re going to know the one prioritisation method that changed how we work and how to do it, and the single smartest way to push back when your manager keeps piling things on your plate.Host Em Vernem gets Biz career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst to share their best tip each - with Michelle changing the way your work day is structured and Soph sharing a killer script for saying no to your manager in a way that means they’re not gonna hate you.Learn more:- Learn about Tim Ferriss’s 4 hour work week - Find the awesome Productivity Planner - More on Subtracting from Professor Leidy Klotz- More from Wes Kao Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here Listen to more BIZ here. THE END BITS Support independent women's media. Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer we're curating your playlist with some of our favourite episodes of BIZ - our podcast that gets your work life sorted! Ever sat in a meeting thinking of the perfect thing to say... only to stay completely silent? This episode is your ultimate guide to finding your voice at work, featuring communication queen Dr Kate Mason (trust us, she's actually changed lives at places like Netflix and Uber).Join Em Vernem as she learns from Biz career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst how to stop apologising for existing in meetings (we've all done it) and why asking questions actually makes you look smarter, not dumber.Plus Dr Kate Mason will give you 8 ready-to-use phrases that'll make you sound like a meeting pro. Kate's book's 'Powerfully Likeable: How to Communicate with Influence and Show up as Your Best Self' is out in September. Sign up to her newsletter to be one of the first to get it. Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereListen to more BIZ here. THE END BITS Support independent women's media. Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer we're curating your playlist with some of our favourite episodes of BIZ - our podcast that gets your work life sorted! Asking for a pay rise is about as comfortable as explaining to your boss why you've been late three times this week. But what if there was a way to do it that actually works? Host Em Vernem gets Biz career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst to share their proven framework for getting what you want at work (spoiler: don't mention your expensive oat latte habit).Plus, they bust the myths about asking every year, using other job offers as leverage, and what to do if you get a 'no'.Consider this your cheat sheet to having the money conversation - minus the awkward sweating.What you’ll learn:- The framework that does the hard work for you- What to ask for if they can't give you more money- The exact words to say to your boss (and what never to say) Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here Listen to more BIZ here. THE END BITS Support independent women's media. Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer we're curating your playlist with some of our favourite episodes of BIZ - our podcast that gets your work life sorted! Dreaming of quitting your 9-5 to launch that business idea? Before you hand in your resignation, our BIZ career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst reveal what it really takes to succeed on your own. Join Em Vernem to discover if entrepreneurship is truly for you, or if you're better suited to thrive elsewhere. Plus Michelle will share her crucial practical 3-step framework to validate your business idea before risking your savingsWhether you're contemplating your first side hustle or seriously considering going all-in on your startup dream, this episode delivers the unfiltered advice you need to make smarter career decisions—minus the entrepreneurial fairy tales.Resources:- Here is the site that Michelle used to make her questionnaire- Here is Sunroom’s early ideation survey from 2020 and Sunroom’s creator research and feedback form, plus here is the Tiktok content she posted. - Here is the link to Tech Ready Women that Soph was discussing. Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here Listen to more BIZ here.THE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.If you wanna see three of our favourite girl bosses in action, Mamamia Out Loud is going on tour! Jessie, Mia, Holly and BIZ’s own Em Vernem are heading to Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney in May to celebrate 10 years of Australia’s #1 women’s podcast. Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR here.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Battersby once scaled Bumble across Asia Pacific, and has more recently sold a business. Now, she's on a mission to scale a new platform for women experiencing life transitions, including menopause and pregnancy. Michelle was appointed President of Peanut while heavily pregnant, something she says also makes the work she's doing deeply personal. Plus the latest stories we're covering on Women's Agenda, including a CEO and his (alleged) romantic relationship with a subordinate and the origins of the word 'bitch'. Our new Women's Agenda Today format aims to break down some of the latest things we're covering on Women's Agenda and take a daily 'deep dive' into a key story with a newsmaker, a key expert source who can share a great women's perspective on a major story we're following, or a key contributor or journalist.We're running Women's Agenda Daily as a pilot project for three months. Expect to see the format evolve over that time. You can share your feedback by getting in contact.Check out more on the stories discussed today at Women's Agenda, where you can also sign up for our free daily newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever wondered how people actually know when it’s time to quit, pivot, or back themselves in a huge career move? Well Michelle Battersby's career was made on those moves. She ditched her safe banking job to launch unkown dating app Bumble in Australia, co-founded her own tech company Sunroom (and sold it while pregnant), and even walked away from an “end-of-career” salary because her gut told her no. This episode is her playbook on doing the scary thing and landing on your feet... plus the inside scoop on Fanfix snapping up Sunroom and what she’s plotting next.Michelle shares:

Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst reveal their all-time favourite work hacks that have made the biggest difference in their careers.We've gathered game-changing shortcuts from global experts including professors from Yale and NYU, tech founders, and productivity gurus.You will learn:- how to make networking genuinely enjoyable (even if you're an introvert) - why goal-setting might actually be holding you back - how to redesign your physical environment for maximum productivity - the keyboard shortcut strategy that could save you hours every week Plus special guest, productivity guru Amantha Imber (who has interviewed every major work expert on the planet) shares her top eight genius shortcuts that you can implement immediately. Learn more about Amantha’s company Inventium, listen to her brilliant How I Work podcast or follow Amantha on LinkedIn.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereHere is the Mamamia Out Loud episode that inspired this one!You might be interested in our episodes on:How To Talk So People Listen To YouHow To Be More Productive (Without Trying Too Hard)Time Blocking Doesn't Work (Until You Do It Right)How To Ask For More Money (Without Dying From Awkwardness)THE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby. Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. You can remain anon!HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie Page and Sophie Campbell.AUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Lucky Girl Energy' isn't just a TikTok trend - it's backed by actual science and quantum physics! We explore why your thoughts have far more power than you realize, and how to harness this energy to transform your career trajectory. Plus, learn why being stuck in a work rut might be more fixable than you think, with practical tools you can implement today. Plus the fabulous Victoria Song, author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller ‘Bending Reality’, teaches us her technique for shifting from career frustration to magnetic success. You can find out more about Victoria’s incredible course here. You might be interested in our episodes on:How To Talk So People Listen To YouHow To Be More Productive (Without Trying Too Hard)Time Blocking Doesn't Work (Until You Do It Right)How To Ask For More Money (Without Dying From Awkwardness)THE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. You can remain anon!HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie Page and Sophie Campbell.AUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia's studios are furnished with thanks to Fenton & Fenton. For more head to their website here. Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tackle the awkward situation of what to do when you've accepted a new job, quit your current one, and then discover your new manager has resigned (yikes!). And we debate the ultimate modern workplace dilemma - is it acceptable to answer work calls with foils in your hair at the salon?Welcome to BIZ Inbox, your go-to workplace advice podcast where Em Vernem and Michelle Battersby answer all those awkward career questions keeping you up at night. Send us your anonymous workplace dilemmas and we'll provide straight-talking solutions from experts who understand the modern workplace.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here to get all our tips and tricks.If you want your work life issue solved, send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. You can be anon!THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaFollow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we solve the puzzle of networking with colleagues in different time zones (hello, 3am meetings!). Then we dive into the delicate dance of returning to your old workplace as the new boss - is it a career power move or a recipe for disaster? Plus, we share strategic tactics for dealing with that manager who's constantly 'checking in' on your progress.Welcome to BIZ Inbox, your go-to workplace advice podcast where Em Vernem and Michelle Battersby answer all those awkward career questions keeping you up at night. Consider this your chance to get candid career advice from experts who understand the modern workplace.If you want your work life issue solved, send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaFollow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether you're looking to earn extra cash or dream of quitting your day job, this conversation delivers the practical blueprint you've been searching for.We meet creative entrepreneur Georgia Norton Lodge who offers brutally honest advice about what it actually takes to build a sustainable side hustle. She shares the exact steps that helped her transform a $35 product into a $500 one, and how a single email to her database once made her $16,000.Plus you’ll learn:- the Venn diagram approach to identifying your perfect side hustle- six practical steps to get started (even with no time or budget)- realistic timelines and expectations- when to know if your side hustle is working (or when to let it go)Check out Georgia’s courses and workshops, and you can follow her on LinkedIn and Insta.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereYou might be interested in our episodes on:How To Talk So People Listen To YouHow To Be More Productive (Without Trying Too Hard)Time Blocking Doesn't Work (Until You Do It Right)How To Ask For More Money (Without Dying From Awkwardness)THE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. You can remain anon!HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever shared something awkward with the big boss and immediately regretted it? This week we're solving the ultimate workplace etiquette dilemma – whether it's appropriate to mention your CEO's personal LinkedIn posts in real life. And if you're eyeing the exit door, stick around for our top three tips on how to resign without burning bridges or making things painfully awkward. Welcome to BIZ Inbox, your workplace advice hotline where writer and podcaster Em Vernem teams up with entrepreneur Michelle Battersby tackle the workplace questions you've secretly googled in incognito mode! If you want your work life issue solved, send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaFollow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever felt that full-body cringe when someone suggests "let's network"? You're not alone. In this episode of BIZ, career powerhouses Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst completely redefine networking for people who hate networking. Michelle reveals how she flipped the script with her genius "Anti-Network" events, while Soph shares how she built one of tech's most valuable professional networks... from a gutter (yes, really).Get their exact scripts for cold LinkedIn outreach that won't make you die inside, learn exactly where to stand at a networking event so you don’t waste your time, and discover which networking style actually works for your personality.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereYou might be interested in our episodes on:How To Talk So People Listen To YouHow To Be More Productive (Without Trying Too Hard)Time Blocking Doesn't Work (Until You Do It Right)How To Ask For More Money (Without Dying From Awkwardness)THE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. You can remain anon!HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we're advocating for the unsung heroes of the corporate world – EAs, PAs, and Assistants, you know the people who do it all – with practical tips on how to showcase your true value beyond "just" scheduling. Plus, the definitive guide to work trip etiquette (can your partner tag along in the company-paid hotel?), and Michelle reveals exactly when new business owners should make their big announcement.Welcome to BIZ Inbox, where Em Vernem and Michelle Battersby turn your anonymous workplace questions into actionable advice. Think of us as your career group chat. Consider this your chance to get free career advice from people who've been there.Writer and podcaster Em Vernem teams up with entrepreneur Michelle Battersby to tackle your trickiest workplace dilemmas.If you want your work life issue solved, send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaFollow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are your emails undermining your authority without you even realising it? In this episode, we dive into the fascinating psychology behind how we communicate at work and how gendered email habits might be holding you back at work. Learn the simple word swaps that instantly make you sound more confident, the shocking truth about exclamation marks (hint: they might be sabotaging you), and the military communication technique that gets faster responses every time. Whether you're managing up, collaborating with colleagues, or building client relationships, these practical communication hacks will save you time and boost your professional reputation. Let's make 2025 the year we all communicate better.You might be interested in our episodes on:How To Talk So People Listen To YouHow To Be More Productive (Without Trying Too Hard)Time Blocking Doesn't Work (Until You Do It Right)How To Ask For More Money (Without Dying From Awkwardness) Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. You can remain anon!HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wondered what building a business is REALLY like behind those glossy Instagram posts? In this must-listen episode, Michelle Battersby (Sunroom founder) pulls back the curtain on entrepreneurship's harsh realities with the 8 business mantras she learned the hard way that apply whether you're a founder or climbing the corporate ladder. Learn why perfectionism kills products, how to approach competitors, the surprising way to attract investors, and what to do when employees literally steal from you.Whether you're dreaming of starting something or leading a team, this episode is your essential guide to avoiding startup mistakes that nobody warns you about!Here is Michelle’s 75-question Questionnaire to help ascertain if you have found your founder fit! Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. You can remain anon!If you would like to participate in our brand uplift study for Hubspot for a chance to win $50, click HERE.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode will completely transform how you'll think about managing your time, as we deep dive into the often misunderstood practice of time blocking with productivity expert Deb Ho.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your to-do list or struggled to focus on deep work; join Em Vernem, Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst to learn practical solutions that don't require you to become a "productivity robot". And if you’re time blocking skeptic or have tried and abandoned it before, this episode will give you the clear, precise direction you need to transform your workday. Trust us, you’ll soon understand why you need to be spending more time in your calendar than your inbox! Check out Deb Ho’s amazing Time Block Planner and other Productivity Resources.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. You can remain anon!If you would like to participate in our brand uplift study for Hubspot for a chance t win $50, click HERE.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are navigating searching for a job while pregnant, firing someone and whether you invite your colleagues to your wedding. Welcome to BIZ Inbox, your new workplace group chat where we answer the burning questions you definitely can't ask your boss. Writer and podcaster Em Vernem teams up with business powerhouse Michelle Battersby to tackle your trickiest workplace dilemmas.If you want your work life issue solved, send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here and follow the Biz Instagram here. THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaFollow Michelle's startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.If you would like to participate in our brand uplift study for Hubspot for a chance t win $50, click HEREHOSTS: Michelle Battersby and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode will demolish everything you thought you knew about mentorship. Our career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst will let you in on a fresh approach to professional development, moving away from the traditional "one perfect mentor" model to a more flexible, inclusive strategy - think less marriage proposal, more dating. Plus you’ll hear the five-sentence email template that's going to help you land that dream mentor conversation. Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.If you wanna see three of our favourite girl bosses in action, Mamamia Out Loud is going on tour! Jessie, Mia, Holly and BIZ’s own Em Vernem are heading to Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney in May to celebrate 10 years of Australia’s #1 women’s podcast. Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR here.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.If you would like to participate in our brand uplift study for Hubspot for a chance t win $50, click HEREHOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether you're navigating a redundancy right now or just want to be prepared, we’re going to change your perspective of redundancy. Today we have a really juicy Sunday Special. In this episode of BIZ, Mia Freedman takes us behind the headlines of her very public redundancy that led her to founding Mamamia (you won’t believe the job they offered her instead…).You'll hear Mia in conversation with Michelle Battersby and then insight from our career coach Soph Hirst, and you'll get practical advice on how to create a narrative that positions you perfectly for your next role and how to rebuild your confidence and reputation after a career setback.If you want your work life issue solved, send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here and follow the Biz Instagram here. THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Mamamia's new podcast BIZ is rewriting the rules of work with no generic advice - just real strategies from women who've actually been there. Listen here.Follow Michelle's startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether you're navigating a redundancy right now or just want to be prepared, we’re going to change your perspective of redundancy. Mia Freedman takes us behind the headlines of her very public redundancy that led her to founding Mamamia (you won’t believe the job they offered her instead…).You'll hear Mia in conversation with Michelle Battersby and then insight from our career coach Soph Hirst, and you'll get practical advice on how to create a narrative that positions you perfectly for your next role and how to rebuild your confidence and reputation after a career setback.If you want your work life issue solved, send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here and follow the Biz Instagram here. THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaFollow Michelle's startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can I line up a personal holiday off the back of a work-funded trip? How do I make sure I'm on my game after a long-haul flight? Should I tell a future employer I have a planned trip? And can I just work from a cafe if I work remotely? Welcome to BIZ Inbox, your new workplace group chat where we answer the burning questions you definitely can't ask your boss.Writer and podcaster Em Vernem teams up with entrepreneur Michelle Battersby to tackle your trickiest workplace dilemmas.If you want your work life issue solved, send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaFollow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberley BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joined this week by an OG ‘Girlboss' Michelle Battersby, the first hire at Bumble in Australia at 25 years old who took the US handbook and became the very successful Marketing Director who then left and co-founded her own start up, Sunroom.  Sarah and Michelle open up about hustle culture, 2016 feminism, being a mum and wanting to be a mum in business, having to act ‘like a man' to be taken seriously and how the pendulum has now swung the other way with the rise of lifestyle, traditional content.  Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about next on bigsmalltalk_pod or in the comment section

Sammy Robinson has a new man in her life. The fashion designer’s new influencer beau, soft launched the blossoming romance on his Instagram. Mikaela Testa’s former manager, Alicia Mackenzie, has made a bold statement after being spotted dining at Nobu with none other than Mikaela’s former friend, Corrina Koph. Entrepreneur, Michelle Battersby, has sent the internet into a frenzy after revealing the unorthodox way she eats a meat pie. Keiara Dorrough accuses Ashy Bines of owing her money. AND Molly Mae talks about baby number 2. Subscribe to Outspoken Plus Outspoken Plus is our subscription offering that provides subscribers with exclusive access to BONUS weekly episodes. Every week, we’ll be dropping content so juicy, we’ve had to put it behind a paywall. A monthly Outspoken Plus subscription costs $5.99 a month, or save with our annual package, for just $49.99 a year*. There are three ways you can become an Outspoken Plus subscriber. Apple users can subscribe via Apple Podcasts here: apple.co/outspoken, while Android users can subscribe via Spotify here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/outspoken-plus/subscribe or Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/outspoken_plus. * An annual subscription is only available on Apple Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dreaming of quitting your 9-5 to launch that business idea? Before you hand in your resignation, our BIZ career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst reveal what it really takes to succeed on your own. Join Em Vernem to discover if entrepreneurship is truly for you, or if you're better suited to thrive elsewhere. Plus Michelle will share her crucial practical 3-step framework to validate your business idea before risking your savingsWhether you're contemplating your first side hustle or seriously considering going all-in on your startup dream, this episode delivers the unfiltered advice you need to make smarter career decisions—minus the entrepreneurial fairy tales.Resources:- Here is the site that Michelle used to make her questionnaire- Here is Sunroom’s early ideation survey from 2020 and Sunroom’s creator research and feedback form, plus here is the Tiktok content she posted. - Here is the link to Tech Ready Women that Soph was discussing. Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.If you wanna see three of our favourite girl bosses in action, Mamamia Out Loud is going on tour! Jessie, Mia, Holly and BIZ’s own Em Vernem are heading to Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney in May to celebrate 10 years of Australia’s #1 women’s podcast. Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR here.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you know we ALL should strive to be part personality hire?! Join Em Vernem as we learn about building rapport and ‘vibes’ at work from Biz career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst.You’ll learn the surprising science behind why workplace energy matters (yep there's actual research on this!); how to ‘learn’ one character trait that will make you more likeable; and how to bring your full self to work without crossing professional boundaries.Plus we meet Sana from Canva whose job title literally includes the word "vibes" and learn how her department is revolutionising workplace culture.This ep is perfect for anyone questioning their workplace identity, managers trying to build better teams, or anyone who just wants work to be that bit more fun! Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.If you wanna see three of our favourite girl bosses in action, Mamamia Out Loud is going on tour! Jessie, Mia, Holly and BIZ’s own Em Vernem are heading to Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney in May to celebrate 10 years of Australia’s #1 women’s podcast. Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR here.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Revenge Quitting is going to be 2025’s biggest trend - but what is it, should you do it, and how can it be done with grace? Em Vernem enlists Biz career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst to teach us how to quit the right way and how to avoid the wrong way.Plus HR expert Nikola Squires will share how to know when it's time to go, plus the most professional exit strategies.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITSSupport independent women's media.Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Kimberly BraddishAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Need more hours in your day? Our very own Em Vernem is here with a special preview of her new podcast BIZ that's about to change your work life. In this episode: The game-changing prioritisation method that revolutionised how we work at Mamamia BIZ career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst share their best tip of the week, including: Michelle's brilliant hack for restructuring your workday The exact words to use when pushing back on your workload (without burning bridges), courtesy of Soph If you've ever felt overwhelmed at work, struggled with time management, or wished you could clone yourself, this episode is your new secret weapon. Because sometimes the smartest career move is learning to work smarter, not harder. Listen to more BIZ wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more:- Learn about Tim Ferriss’s 4 hour work week- Find the awesome Productivity Planner- More on Subtracting from Professor Leidy Klotz- More from Wes Kao Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITS Support independent women's media. Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie Page AUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to BIZ Inbox, your new workplace group chat where we answer the burning questions you definitely can't ask your boss. Writer and podcaster Em Vernem teams up with entrepreneur Michelle Battersby to tackle your trickiest workplace dilemmas.So what if you find out that your work equal earns a LOT more than you? Michelle’s answer to this viral tiktok might surprise you!Plus we delve into the DMs and get your real life stories on what your company has offered you instead of a pay rise. Some of your answer are WILD. If you want your work life issue solved, send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaFollow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever sat in a meeting thinking of the perfect thing to say... only to stay completely silent? This episode is your ultimate guide to finding your voice at work, featuring communication queen Dr Kate Mason (trust us, she's actually changed lives at places like Netflix and Uber).Join Em Vernem as she learns from Biz career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst how to stop apologising for existing in meetings (we've all done it) and why asking questions actually makes you look smarter, not dumber.Plus Dr Kate Mason will give you 8 ready-to-use phrases that'll make you sound like a meeting pro. Kate's book's 'Powerfully Likeable: How to Communicate with Influence and Show up as Your Best Self' is out in September. Sign up to her newsletter to be one of the first to get it. Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITS Support independent women's media. Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Revenge quitting, aka the act of dramatically walking away from your job as an act of protest, is striking a chord with frustrated workers across the globe. Today we're unpacking why this workplace phenomenon is resonating with so many people, and what it reveals about modern workplace culture. Plus, we investigate the pros and cons of revenge quitting, and why career experts say it might feel good in the moment but could come back to haunt you. And Claire has a big announcement about her role on the show in 2025 and how you can get all your biggest health questions answered. Checkout Mamamia's brand new podcast BIZ here THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy & Taylah Strano Guest: Michelle Battersby, Cohost of BIZ & founder of Sunroom Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you find most ‘productivity’ hacks too hard/too time-consuming to learn and too hard to remember? BIZ is here to save you. By the end of this episode you’re going to know the one prioritisation method that changed how we work and how to do it, and the single smartest way to push back when your manager keeps piling things on your plate.Host Em Vernem gets Biz career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst to share their best tip each - with Michelle changing the way your work day is structured and Soph sharing a killer script for saying no to your manager in a way that means they’re not gonna hate you.Learn more:- Learn about Tim Ferriss’s 4 hour work week - Find the awesome Productivity Planner - More on Subtracting from Professor Leidy Klotz- More from Wes Kao Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITS Support independent women's media. Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you convince your boss that you work just as well from home as from the office? And how long can you stall before accepting a job offer? Welcome to BIZ Inbox, your new workplace group chat where we answer the burning questions you definitely can't ask your boss.Writer and podcaster Em Vernem teams up with business powerhouse Michelle Battersby to tackle your trickiest workplace dilemmas.If you want your work life issue solved, send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.Sign up to the BIZ newsletter hereTHE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaFollow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asking for a pay rise is about as comfortable as explaining to your boss why you've been late three times this week. But what if there was a way to do it that actually works? Host Em Vernem gets Biz career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst to share their proven framework for getting what you want at work (spoiler: don't mention your expensive oat latte habit).Plus, they bust the myths about asking every year, using other job offers as leverage, and what to do if you get a 'no'.Consider this your cheat sheet to having the money conversation - minus the awkward sweating.What you’ll learn:- The framework that does the hard work for you- What to ask for if they can't give you more money- The exact words to say to your boss (and what never to say) Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here THE END BITS Support independent women's media. Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au.HOSTS: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em VernemEXEC PRODUCER: Georgie PageAUDIO PRODUCER: Leah PorgesMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to BIZ - the podcast that's rewriting the rules of work for a new generation. Join Em Vernem (ambitious but efficient), Michelle Battersby (launched Bumble APAC) and Soph Hirst (ex-Google) as they tackle everything from dealing with difficult bosses to knowing if your side hustle can become your career. In this first episode: Asking for a pay rise is about as comfortable as explaining to your boss why you've been late three times this week. But what if there was a way to do it that actually works? Biz career coaches Michelle Battersby and Soph Hirst to share their proven framework for getting what you want at work (spoiler: don't mention your expensive oat latte habit). Plus, they bust the myths about asking every year, using other job offers as leverage, and what to do if you get a 'no'. Consider this your cheat sheet to having the money conversation - minus the awkward sweating. Sign up to the BIZ newsletter here Follow BIZ THE END BITS Support independent women's media Follow the Biz Instagram, Michelle’s startup Sunroom and Soph’s career coaching business Workbaby.Got a work life dilemma? Send us all the questions you definitely can't ask your boss for our Biz Inbox episodes - send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. Hosts: Michelle Battersby, Soph Hirst and Em Vernem Executive Producer: Georgie Page Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/: https://www.mamamia.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first episode of BIZ drops tomorrow - here's what you're going to get and how BIZ is going to save your work life. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to BIZ - the podcast that's rewriting the rules of work for a new generation. Join Em Vernem (ambitious but efficient), Michelle Battersby (launched Bumble APAC) and Soph Hirst (ex-Google) as they tackle everything from dealing with difficult bosses to knowing if your side hustle can become your career. No more generic advice, just real strategies from women who've been there, done that. BIZ. Coming to your favourite podcast app February 4.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A mum with a birth plan, and a baby with a very different idea…Michelle Battersby’s birth was long, her baby got stuck and she was forced to pivot to a birth she had never considered.The entrepreneur, marketing guru & founder of Sunroom shares her diary of a birth.Diary Of A Birth features mums telling their miraculous stories of bringing life into the world, and we have all medical questions and concerns cleared up by one of Australia’s favourite paediatricians, Dr Golly.If you’d like to share your birth story, we’d love to hear from you at podcast@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice note here. You can listen to more of Diary Of A Birth here.THE END BITS:Support independent women's mediaFollow Diary Of A Birth on Instagram If you’re looking for something else to listen to, check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens.Mamamia has a podcast for every stage of parenthood.Our parenting podcast is This Glorious Mess.If you’re pregnant, listen to The Delivery Room and Hello Bump.And if you’re trying or preg-curious, Get Me Pregnant and Before The Bump are for you.Join the Month of MOVEGet $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39.CREDITS:Host: Ksenija Lukich Expert: Dr GollyExecutive Producer: Georgie PageAudio Producer: Scott Stronach and Lu HillMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A mum with a birth plan, and a baby with a very different idea…Michelle Battersby's birth was long, her baby got stuck and she was forced to pivot to a birth she had never considered.The entrepreneur, marketing guru & founder of Sunroom shared her diary of a birth.Diary Of A Birth features mums telling their miraculous stories of bringing life into the world, and we have all medical questions and concerns cleared up by one of Australia's favourite paediatricians, Dr Golly.If you'd like to share your birth story, we'd love to hear from you at podcast@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice note here. Follow Diary Of A Birth THE END BITS: Support independent women's mediaFollow Diary Of A Birth on Instagram If you're looking for something else to listen to, check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens.Mamamia has a podcast for every stage of parenthood.Our parenting podcast is This Glorious Mess.If you're pregnant, listen to The Delivery Room and Hello Bump.And if you're trying or preg-curious, Get Me Pregnant and Before The Bump are for you.Join the Month of MOVEGet $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39.CREDITS:Host: Ksenija LukichExpert: Dr GollyExecutive Producer: Georgie PageAudio Producer: Scott Stronach and Lu HillMamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.  Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever been... fired? While it's not the nicest feeling in the world there are some things you can do to ensure its the most conscious of uncoupling, even if it was involuntarily.  Today we find out the right way to be fired.  THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Listen to these: Why We're All Obsessed With Getting A Dumb Job Is Working From Home... Actually Working? Why A Four Day Week Is The Future Of Work Naomi Osaka: When Mental Health Disrupts Your Work ‘Flexidus': Can Employees Now Demand Flexible Work? Is Working From Home Ruining Your Body? Is Working From Home Hurting Women's Career Options? Want to try MOVE by Mamamia?Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. If you're looking for something else to listen to why not check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens. GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Taylah Strano With thanks to:  Michelle Battersby, Co-founder of Sunroom  Senior Producer: Taylah Strano & Grace RouvrayAudio Producer: Jacob RoundBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to a not so average Friday. While our beloved Victoria Devine is on maternity leave, Jessica Ricci and Bec Syed will be joined each Friday by a whole heap of friends of the show! First up is the incredible Michelle Battersby, tech start up queen, founder of Sunroom and SO much more. On the show today the gals share your money wins, talk broke tips and answer a Money Dilemma about taking a pay cut to work for a company that will get you future opportunities. Plus you slid into our DMs this week with a juicy one all about prioritising your fiances for lifestyle, or children. Acknowledgement of Country By Natarsha Bamblett aka Queen Acknowledgements.The advice shared on She's On The Money is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. She's On The Money exists purely for educational purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs.  Victoria Devine and She's On The Money are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708,  AFSL - 451289.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz chats with the co-founder of "Sunroom," Michelle Battersby about why women and non-binary folks should have safe spaces to create erotic content online, why women in particular should be in control of their own power and the incredible technology she and her team created to keep private content private.   Connect with Michelle:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellebattersby/ Check out Sunroom: https://sunroom.so/   Connect with Liz:   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/    For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz