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Kike Agoro: ‘Confidence is half the battle. The other half is knowing where to look’

Kike Agoro was scouted by Harvard at 18. An international athlete with top grades. But she found out two years too late to prepare. She missed her shot. That missed opportunity is why she built Raising Greats. Kike grew up in East London with a single mum who held the family together through crisis. At 16 she opened her GCSE results. Eight A stars and three As at a school where only 30 percent…
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Raising Greats: Missed Harvard, built a community

Kike Agoro is the kind of woman who makes you feel a little bit tired just reading her CV. Represented Great Britain in javelin. AAA at A Level. Economics at Nottingham. Fully funded scholarship to Florida. Internships at Goldman Sachs, Barclays and Citibank. Forbes 30 Under 30. Built a 200,000 strong professional network from her bedroom. But none of that is why she started Raising…
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Get out of the box – Have two careers

I am so blessed.  I have two careers I absolutely love!  Can you say you love your job?  If not, read on. I am able to take my best skills and interests and apply them to both being a Hypnotherapist (www.mghypnosis.co.uk) and a Private Personal PA/VA (www.mgvirtualassistant.co.uk). Having two careers can be an incredibly enriching and empowering way to live and work. One of the most…
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Why every busy mum needs an email provider she can trust

If you were to look at the average mum’s inbox, you would find a remarkably complete record of family life. School newsletters and permission slips, GP appointment reminders, club booking confirmations, birthday party invitations and the endless administrative thread of keeping a household running. It is a lot of information. Some of it is mundane but a fair amount of it is genuinely…
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Corporate event must-haves: Tips for making your event a success

Organising a business gathering is a big job for any team. You want every part to go right so that your guests have a great time and learn something new. Success comes from the small choices and the big ideas that you put together over several weeks. Planning takes a lot of effort to get the pieces in place before the guests arrive. Every choice from the room to the snacks will make an impact…
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Balancing parenthood and productivity: A guide for the modern home entrepreneur

Most parent-entrepreneurs are advised to set boundaries, practice self-care, and communicate with their family. This is good advice but it doesn’t help you build a resilient business. The advice that really goes a long way is this – build a business that won’t crumble the moment your toddler gets a fever or your school run runs long. The parents who get this right don’t have better…
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Best healthcare careers for mums returning to work in the UK

Motherhood changes priorities, but doesn’t stop career dreams. But returning to work after motherhood is a bit overwhelming.  That’s why healthcare careers are the ideal choice. The healthcare sector is continuing to grow and creates steady healthcare jobs in the UK.  Moreover, healthcare jobs don’t require years of study. You can just join healthcare courses for beginners. Then, join…
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Celebrating International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day often arrives with floral tributes and hashtags, yet the true weight of the day lies in the quiet, consistent actions you take within your own circles. Use this time to celebrate the women who hold your world together, from the partner juggling the demands of life admin to the friend who always listens with empathy, or the colleague who champions the success of…
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Is hybrid working making us healthier?

You have probably noticed how different your working days feel now. Some mornings start quietly at home with time to think, while others bring the buzz of an office full of people. Hybrid working no longer feels new, yet it still changes how your body and mind respond to work. You hold more control over your schedule, but that control comes with responsibility. Your health no longer depends on…
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Advice if you are thinking about changing careers

Advice if you are thinking about changing careers – it’s really interesting for all ages This is a really helpful tool for figuring out your next move. My son was struggling to figure out what he wanted to do with his career. Considering the average person changes careers 3 to 7 times in their lifetime, according to various studies. This number can vary based on industry trends…
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