Summary

In this weeks episode Stuart and Ben chat with Shane Fitzgerald, owner of Fitzmark Workwear who shares his insights about running a family business, the challenges of balancing work and family life, and the importance of mental health. He discusses his journey in the workwear industry, the dynamics of parenting, and the value of personal service in business. Shane emphasizes the need for work-life balance and reflects on his experiences as a parent and entrepreneur, offering advice to others in similar situations.

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Summary

In this weeks episode of The Parenting Business podcast, Stuart and Ben share their weekly low points, including canceled swimming lessons and the struggles of dealing with a teething baby. The conversation shifts to high points, celebrating successes in their personal and professional lives. Stuart then manages to propbably upset half the worlds population, in response to a question one of Ben's children has asked him. Then, just for a change, it's Stuart's turn to rant about holiday planning as a single parent, highlighting the lack of savings for single-parent families when booking vacations. They then chat about the costs of UK holidays versus trips abroad, and conclude with reflections on their experiences and future plans.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to The Parenting Business Podcast

02:47 Navigating Parenting and Business Challenges

06:01 Personal Struggles: Leaking Roofs and Teething Babies

08:58 Highs and Lows of Parenting

12:01 Finding Balance: Holidays as a Single Parent

15:04 Celebrating Milestones: Kids in Sports

17:58 Engaging with the Audience: Listener Interaction

20:59 Seeking Sponsorship and Support

24:09 Work-Life Balance: Staff vs. Kids

27:00 Consumer Advice: Booking Holidays

30:01 Conclusion and Future Topics

32:16 The Cost of Family Holidays

34:43 Exploring UK Holiday Options

39:54 The Price of UK vs. Abroad Holidays

46:24 Consumer Advice for Family Holidays

49:33 Comparing European Holiday Parks

Summary

In this episode of the Parenting Business podcast, hosts Stuart and Ben discuss the challenges and joys of balancing parenting with running a business. They reflect on feedback from listeners, share personal highlights and low points from their week, and navigate the complexities of staff absence in their businesses. The conversation also touches on the emotional support needed in both parenting and business, and they humorously explore the absurdities of children's questions about the world.

Don't forget you can contact is directly by emailing podcast@parentingbusiness.com to share your thoughts, ideas, tips and if you're interested in coming on a show to share your journey, as both a business owner and parent.

Keywords

parenting, business, feedback, emotional support, personal stories, challenges, highlights, low points, staff absence, family