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Bump to Business Owner

Bump to Business Owner

By: Caroline Marshall
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Bump to Business Owner is the go-to podcast for mums who don't want to compromise on their careers but know that traditional full time employment just isn't compatible with family life. It's a space for female entrepreneurs and future founders creating autonomy and a deeper sense of purpose for themselves, their business and their children. Join your host, Caroline Marshall, founder of award winning Virtual Assistant agency Upsource and mum of two boys, in conversation with real women: mothers and entrepreneurs juggling the challenges of growing a successful business whilst raising a family.© Caroline Marshall Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • E111: Redundancy Miniseries Part 3: How to rebuild your confidence - Solo episode with Caroline
    Jul 2 2026

    Caroline Marshall shares her personal journey through redundancy, motherhood, and building confidence. She offers practical insights on overcoming challenges, external validation, and the importance of time and perspective in healing.

    This podcast is the third in a three part series all about redundancy.

    You can hear Part 1, here https://pod.fo/e/433a31

    And Part 2, here https://pod.fo/e/4392e1

    Key topics:

    • Redundancy and its impact on confidence

    • The role of motherhood in personal growth

    • External validation and awards as confidence boosters

    • The importance of time in healing and perspective

    • Practical tips for overcoming setbacks

    Chapters:

    00:30 Introduction

    00:43 Regaining confidence post-redundancy

    05:13 The role of time in healing

    07:22 External validation and its impact

    11:36 Empowerment through saying no

    13:23 Therapy and coaching

    15:33 Perspective and self-development

    17:54 Validating feelings and moving forward

    Resources:

    The Women's Chapter

    Amanda Johnson, VA Training Academy

    The Mother of All Jobs, Christine Armstrong

    Work Like a Woman, Mary Portas

    Links:

    Website: https://www.bumptobusinessowner.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bumptobusinessowner/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinepooley/

    Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

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    20 mins
  • E110: Redundancy Miniseries Part 2: How to advocate for yourself - Solo episode with Caroline
    Jun 25 2026

    Caroline Marshall shares her personal experience navigating unfair redundancy, highlighting the importance of support networks, strategic responses, and self-care during career crises.

    This podcast is the second in a three part series all about redundancy, you can hear Part 1, here: https://pod.fo/e/433a31

    Key topics:

    • Handling unfair redundancy
    • Building a support network
    • Negotiation strategies in redundancy
    • Self-care and mental health during career crises
    • Practical tips for your redundancy process

    Chapters:

    00:30 Introduction

    01:03 The emotional impact of redundancy

    02:25 Navigating the initial shock

    04:08 Seeking support and guidance

    06:56 Finding clarity and direction

    08:11 The importance of self-care

    10:38 Building a support network

    11:14 Preparing for negotiation

    14:16 The negotiation process

    17:36 Moving forward after redundancy

    19:30 Caroline's tips for navigating redundancy

    Resources:

    The Source, Dr Tara Swart

    Pregnant Then Screwed

    Insight Timer

    Headspace

    The Dose Effect, T.J. Power

    Links:

    Website: https://www.bumptobusinessowner.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bumptobusinessowner/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinepooley/

    Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

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    25 mins
  • E109: Redundancy Miniseries Part 1: WTF just happened?! - Solo episode with Caroline
    Jun 18 2026

    Caroline Marshall shares her personal redundancy story, highlighting the importance of fair treatment and systemic issues in startups. This episode offers insights into navigating redundancy with dignity, supporting women and mothers, and understanding systemic flaws.

    This podcast is the first in a three part series all about redundancy: stay tuned for advice on how to manage the process, and how to recover from it.

    Chapters:

    00:00 Intro

    00:30 Redundancy and Caroline's personal journey

    03:36 The impact of redundancy on women and mothers

    08:41 Navigating workplace challenges during pregnancy

    14:19 Caroline's redundancy experience

    19:31 Fairness and kindness in business

    Resources:

    Mambition podcast episode

    Rachel Childs episode

    Links:

    Website: https://www.bumptobusinessowner.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bumptobusinessowner/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinepooley/

    Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

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    24 mins
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Really refreshing to hear real life stories about the realities of motherhood and running a business.

Interesting interviews with amazing women

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