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7 months ago

💗 MEMBER MONDAY 💗

Meet this week’s spotlight member… ✨ Kirsty Corvan ✨

Kirsty is a psychotherapist and the founder of The Chronic Illness Therapist, an online therapy practice supporting people living with chronic illness or disability. Her work helps clients rebuild their relationship with themselves, quiet their inner critic and feel understood without having to justify their experiences. 💗

Based in Armagh, Kirsty spent nearly 20 years working towards her dream of becoming a therapist. Her own experience of living with chronic pain has shaped her approach, bringing a deeper understanding of the emotional challenges that can come with illness, changing life plans and navigating a world that doesn’t always understand.

Through her online practice, Kirsty supports clients across the UK and Ireland, offering a welcoming space where people can feel heard, believed and respected, without needing to mask their pain or pretend everything is fine.

What Kirsty offers:
💗 Online psychotherapy for people living with chronic illness or disability
🌿 Support with self-esteem, self-criticism and self-compassion
✨ Help navigating grief, changing life plans and boundaries
🤝 A relational, individual approach using compassion-focused techniques and mindfulness
💻 Accessible online sessions for people with different energy levels and mobility needs

What makes Kirsty different?
Kirsty combines specialist knowledge with lived experience, honesty and a down-to-earth approach. She understands that life with chronic illness can be complicated, and believes everyone deserves to be listened to and supported without judgement.

With humanity, empathy and a good dose of humour, Kirsty is passionate about breaking mental health stigma and helping people feel more comfortable being unapologetically themselves. 💗

👉 Find out more:
https://www.mumsatworkni.com/member-listings/kirsty-corvan/ by @mumsatworkni

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8 hours ago

That's a wrap on the very first Elevate to Great cohort! 🎉

Six Thursdays, six sessions on finance, branding, digital marketing, AI, strategy and mindset, and one brilliant group of female business owners who showed up every week ready to learn, share and grow.

We asked a few of our Belfast ladies to sum up how they're feeling now that they've finished.

Watch and see what they said 👇

Thank you to every participant, to our fantastic trainers, and to The National Lottery Community Fund for making this programme possible. 💗

📣 Want to be part of the next one?

We're running two more cohorts in the first half of 2027, with dates to be confirmed soon. If you've been trading for less than three years and you're ready to take your business to the next level, register your interest now and you'll be first to hear when places open.

👉 Register your interest: mumsatworkni.com/elevate-to-great-applications by @mumsatworkni

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13 hours ago

☕ Coffee & Connect Networking Meeting – Lisburn
📍 Cafe Vic Ryn
📅 Tuesday 20th October 2026 | 10am–12pm

Lisburn, we'd love to see you for a morning of coffee, conversation and connection! 💛

Our Coffee & Connect meet-ups are a chance to take a little time out of your busy schedule, meet other local women and find out more about the brilliant businesses and people in your community.

Whether you're looking to make new connections, share ideas, discover potential collaborations or simply enjoy a chat with women who understand the juggle of business and life, you'll find a warm welcome waiting for you.

No pressure, no pitching and no need to know anyone beforehand – just come along, introduce yourself and be part of the conversation.

You never know where a new connection might lead! ✨ by @mumsatworkni

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a day ago

☕ Causeway Coffee & Connect Networking Meeting

📍 Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre, Limavady
📅 Friday 23rd October 2026 | 10am–12pm

Finish your working week with good coffee and even better company! ☕💫

Our Causeway Coffee & Connect brings together women from across the local area for a morning of relaxed networking, shared experiences and genuine support.

It's not about having the perfect elevator pitch or selling your services to everyone in the room. It's about getting to know each other, understanding what we do and building a community where women feel comfortable supporting one another.

So, if you've been meaning to come along but haven't quite made it yet, consider this your invitation!

We'd love to see some new faces alongside our regulars. 💛

Book your spot:
https://www.mumsatworkni.com/events/causeway-coffee-connect-networking-meeting/ by @mumsatworkni

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4 days ago

✨ WEEK 6 | ELEVATE TO GREAT 🚀
Final week with @mumsatworkni , Belfast & we're finishing on confidence, mindset & business growth! 💜

“Whether you think you can, or you think you can't, you're right.” – Henry Ford.

Business isn't about getting it right every time. It's about learning, failing, getting back up and doing it differently. 🫡
And remember, your family and friends don't have to be your biggest cheerleaders online. Find your tribe. Your mentors, peers and fellow business owners will celebrate your wins, lift you through the tough days and remind you of what you're capable of. 🏆

I've definitely found some wonderful women in business of this journey 🙌 powerful connections ~ Matter so much!!

Believe in yourself. Back yourself. Keep showing up. Week 6. Final week. Let's go! 💪✨

#MumsAtWorkNI #WomenInBusiness #MindsetMatters by @mumsatworkni

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4 days ago

We're over half-way!! 🥳🥳 Week 4 was such an educational session on working "on" the business, as opposed to "in" the business - which we all love doing - well that's why we started our wee businesses, right? 🏡🪴

So in the morning, Anne @morrliving_anne kindly helped us prioritise our strategies to sustain a healthy pipeline, and we took away a big folder full of homework to continue all the great work 📈

The afternoon session by Sharron @mollyandmecandles🕯was so insightful, where we considered our branding, our pricing, our market positioning, and honestly, I have a lot to think about! But I do have some gorgeous gifted wax melts to burn whilst I work through everything, so I'm feeling very grateful 💕

I definitely need to:
START - Expanding my network 👋🏼
DO MORE - Ring-fence dedicated diary time for admin
DO LESS - Procrastination!!! 🙃
STOP - Feeling so guilty about "me" time 🏋‍♀️

Thanks so much to @mumsatworkni and @tnlcommunityfund for all the wonderful training every week. I can't believe how fast the weeks are flying in 🙈🙈

If anyone would like to find out more about my wee business, or just make a new connection over a coffee, reach out and let's connect 👋🏼

Over and out from Week 4 ✅️

#connections #branding #mumsatwork #training #strategy taken in Jennymount Business Park by @mumsatworkni

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6 days ago

☕ Coffee & Connect Networking Meeting – Magherafelt

📍 InVOLve House, Magherafelt
📅 Thursday 15th October 2026 | 10am–12pm

Looking for your people? You’ll find them here. 💛

Running a business, juggling a career or figuring out your next step can feel lonely at times. Our Magherafelt Coffee & Connect is a relaxed, friendly space to meet women who understand the ups, downs and everything in between.

There’s no pitching and no pressure. Just good coffee, real conversations and a room full of women cheering each other on.

Whether you’re a regular or coming along for the very first time, there’s always a warm welcome and a seat at the table for you. ☕

Book your spot:
https://www.mumsatworkni.com/events/magherafelt-coffee-connect-networking-meeting-2/ by @mumsatworkni

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7 days ago

💗 MEMBER MONDAY 💗

Meet this week’s spotlight member… ✨ Michelle Jones ✨

Michelle is the founder of Fresh Approach Coaching, helping people navigate career changes, professional transitions and the moments in life when the next step isn’t always clear.

With over 20 years of experience in the high-pressure London tech sector, including working with a Google Premier Partner, Michelle understands the challenges that come with change, uncertainty and evolving professional identities. Whether you’re considering a career pivot, returning to work or starting a new venture, she knows that these journeys rarely follow a straight line.

Through Fresh Approach Coaching, Michelle helps individuals and groups build the confidence, resilience and clarity they need to move forward. Her approach combines her extensive professional experience with her coaching expertise, creating space for people to reflect, explore new possibilities and find a way forward that feels right for them.

What Michelle offers:
✨ One-to-one coaching for personal and professional transitions
✨ Speaking engagements and strategic workshops
✨ Workshops focused on resilience, confidence and performance
✨ Coaching events to support growth, development and connection

What makes Michelle different?

Michelle brings together more than two decades of experience in a demanding corporate environment with specialist coaching training. She understands the realities of professional life and the challenges that can come with changing direction, helping people approach their next chapter with greater confidence, resilience and a fresh perspective.

Because sometimes, a fresh approach is exactly what you need to see new possibilities and take your next step ✨

👉 Find out more:
https://www.mumsatworkni.com/member-listings/michelle-jones/ by @mumsatworkni

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7 days ago

☕ Coffee & Connect Networking Meeting – Armagh

📍 4C Coffee House & Kitchen
📅 Monday 19th October 2026 | 10am–12pm

New week, new connections! 💛

Start your Monday morning with a little time for yourself and your business at our Armagh Coffee & Connect.

Whether you're looking for fresh inspiration, someone to bounce ideas off, potential collaborations or simply a friendly space to talk about the realities of running a business, our meetings are designed to bring women together without the pressure of traditional networking.

Everyone has a story, a skill or an experience worth sharing, and we'd love to hear yours.

Come along, grab a coffee and get to know your local Mums At Work community. ☕

Book your spot:
https://www.mumsatworkni.com/events/armagh-coffee-connect-networking-meeting-2/ by @mumsatworkni

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8 days ago

☕ Enniskillen Coffee & Connect Networking Meeting

📍 The Westville Hotel
📅 Friday 16th October 2026 | 10am–12pm

Enniskillen ladies, we'd love you to join us! ☕✨

There's something special about bringing local women together, sharing experiences and realising just how much knowledge and support is right there in your own community.

Our Coffee & Connect is the perfect opportunity to step away from your usual routine, enjoy a cuppa and spend time getting to know other women who are building businesses, exploring opportunities and making things happen.

You don't need to know anyone before you come along – just bring yourself!

Let's make some new connections over coffee. 💛

Book your spot:
https://www.mumsatworkni.com/events/enniskillen-coffee-connect-networking-meeting-2/ by @mumsatworkni

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11 days ago

☕ BelfastCoffee & Connect Networking Meeting

📍 Jennymount Business Park
📅 Tuesday 13th October 2026 | 10am–12pm

Belfast, it's time to get connected! 💛

Running a business can sometimes feel like you're doing everything on your own, but it doesn't have to be that way.

Our Coffee & Connect meetings are a chance to meet women who understand the highs, lows and everything in between.

Come along to introduce yourself, tell us about what you do, discover other local businesses and build relationships that could grow into friendships, collaborations and opportunities.

No formal pitches or pressure – just genuine networking in a friendly environment.

We can't wait to welcome you!

Book your spot:
https://www.mumsatworkni.com/events/belfast-coffee-connect-networking-meeting-2/ by @mumsatworkni

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14 days ago