Todays Women in Business

Women in Business, 1 March 2007: Hosted by Krishna De: Work Life Balance - the business case and how to achieve greater work life balance

With today being National Work Life Balance Day in Ireland, we have recorded a special edition podcast on the subject of Work Life Balance.

Work Life Balance seems to be the theme of the moment with many people searching for greater balance in their life. But is work life balance something that we truly can experience or is it something that is just not realistic in todays fast paced working environment?

Make sure you have a pen and paper ready to take notes as colleague Ann Greene and I discuss:

• what does work life balance really mean
• what is the business case for implementing work life balance policies and frameworks
• and practical steps you can take as a leader to address your own work life balance.

Do share your thoughts on audio tutorial by posting in the comments section. We would love to hear from you if you have found other strategies that have worked for you to ensure that you have created greater balance in your life or if you have questions about achieving greater work life balance.

Work life Balance Resources:

Work Life Balance Ireland - resources for employees and employers

Work Life Balance Wales - a better way of living and working in Wales - note their conference on the 29 March 2007

Work Life Balance UK - resources from the CIPD for HR practitioners including UK employment law requirements

Work Life Balance UK - resources from the DTI about flexible working and work life balance

Work Life Balance UK - resources for UK companies to build the business case on implementing work life balance policies from the Work Foundation

Work Life Balance in Europe - resources from the European Foundation for the Improvement in Living and Working Conditions

Work Life Balance Canada - resources for employers in Canada from the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety

Work Life Balance New Zealand - the New Zealand work life balance project

The Future of Work in New Zealand - ideas for employers implenting work life balance policies

Women in Business, 29 November 2006

In this weeks show we explore the subject of work life balance with Dr Margret Fine-Davis of Trinity College Dublin, who sheds a light on recent research in this important area.

Elaine Butler joins us from Edge Design, for the first in a series of interior design tips to enhance your bottom line.  This week we focus on how to create an inspiring workplace.

Media note: The 'Women in Business' radio show is hosted by Krishna De, international author, broadcaster, speaker, business development and personal branding expert.  This live recording was originally broadcasted on Dublin City Annalivia FM 103.2.

The show features business women based in Ireland and provides inspiration, strategies and guidance on how to expand your professional and personal success, balancing the many challenges facing working women today. 

Women in Business, 25 October 2006: Hosted by Krishna De

With the increase in the diversity in the workforce we explore what diversity in business really means with Johanna Fullerton of Pearn Kandola.

And if you are looking for a trades person to help you get your house or garden in shape for the autumn, you will find our interview with Barbara Molloy of Pick-A-Pro a great resource in relation to avoiding the pitfalls of contracting with others if you don't want to DIY.

Media note: The 'Women in Business' radio show is hosted by Krishna De, international author, broadcaster, speaker, business development and personal branding expert.  This live recording was originally broadcasted on Dublin City Annalivia FM 103.2.

Women in Business, 18 October 2006: Hosted by Krishna De

If you are considering emigrating to Australia then don't miss the Down Under Expo with information and advice, in fact all you could ever need to know about living and working in Australia and New Zealand.  Liz O'Hagan of Australian Visa Specialists share's what's in store for us at the forthcoming exhibition.

And if you are looking at establishing a career in Australia, Annemarie Cross, a leading career consultant and resume writer based on Australia, shares with us some of the things you can expect in the recuitment and search process.

Annemarie has also provided a handout about making a successful transition to the Australian job market Download AustralianJobMarket.pdf

Media note: The 'Women in Business' radio show is hosted by Krishna De, international author, broadcaster, speaker, business development and personal branding expert.  This live recording was originally broadcasted on Dublin City Annalivia FM 103.2.

Women in Business, 4 October 2006: Hosted by Krishna De

In our lifestyle segment this week we talk to Dr Margaret Tuit, one of Ireland's leading paediatric dentists about how to care for our children's teeth.

If you are hosting an event or seminar, while the content is important, marketing the event to potential participants is vital if you want to avoid financial disaster.  Krishna De talks about some of the leading edge marketing strategies for attracting participants and the trend towards virtual events.

As an example of a virtual event, take a look at the Biz Growth Summit which is featuring 49 leaders in the areas of leadership and lifestyle that takes place in November 2006.

Media note: The 'Women in Business' radio show is hosted by Krishna De, international author, broadcaster, speaker, business development and personal branding expert.  This live recording was originally broadcasted on Dublin City Annalivia FM 103.2.

Women in Business, 13 September 2006: Hosted by Krishna De

Networking has featured a number of times in the Women in Business Show - this week we talk to Alison Herbert about one of Ireland's longest established networks for women, Network Ireland.  To find out more about their forthcoming national conference being held in Galway in October 2006, you can download the conference brochure here:

Download ni_conference_brochure.pdf

With 2000 Irish citizens emigrating half way across the world in 2005, what is the attraction of Australia?  that's the question we pose to Australian Visa specialist, Liz O'Hagan.

The Down Under Expo and the Australia Needs Skills Expo is taking place on the 21 and 22 October 2006 at the RDS.

The Down Under Expo is the place to go if you are interested in finding out more about Migration, Working Holidays, Jobs, Travel/Tourism, Studying, Backpacking and Business in Australia and New Zealand. 

The Australia Needs Skills Expo, brought to you by the Australian Government’s Department of Immigration & Multicultural Affairs. If you have skills and experience in the areas of health, building, technical trades and engineering, you are encouraged to pre-register.

Media note: The 'Women in Business' radio show is hosted by Krishna De, international author, broadcaster, speaker, business development and personal branding expert.  This live recording was originally broadcasted on Dublin City Annalivia FM 103.2.

Women in Business, 16 August 2006: Hosted by Krishna De

Discover the path of success that Helen Walsh, one of Ireland's leading fitness instructors took to grow a successful business. 

How do we get our children back into a routine after the lazy days of summer?  Listen to Jody Johnston Pawel, an expert in parenting who shares practical parenting tips to make the transition back to school routines as easy as ABC!

Media note: The 'Women in Business' radio show is hosted by Krishna De, international author, broadcaster, speaker, business development and personal branding expert.  This live recording was originally broadcasted on Dublin City Annalivia FM 103.2.

Women in Business, 9 August 2006: Hosted by Krishna De

What's hot and what's not about coffee?  Why are we seeing an explosion of expresso bas?  Anne Abberton of Cafe de Cuba educates us in the culture of coffee.

What's hot and what's not about coffee?  Why are we seeing an explosion of expresso bas?  Anne Abberton of Cafe de Cuba educates us in the culture of coffee.

Do you have an important business meeting coming up?  But what do you wear?  Deborah Boland and JoJami Tyler, two of Canada's leading image coaches tell us what not to wear and how how to make sure we dress for success.

Media note: The 'Women in Business' radio show is hosted by Krishna De, international author, broadcaster, speaker, business development and personal branding expert.  This live recording was originally broadcasted on Dublin City Annalivia FM 103.2.

Women in Business, 24 May 2006: Hosted by Krishna De

So you have a clear compelling strategy - but to implement it you need to be sure that you attracting the right talent to your organisation.

In this weeks 'Women in Business' radio show, Carol Ann Casey of CA Consulting discusses the steps to take to clarify the capabilities to recruit for so that you can recruit the talent you need to propel your strategy into action - including hiring team members who are smarter than ourselves!

In our second interview, we are in conversation with Louise Norton of N-Design about how to create an inspiring workspace for those of us wanting to work either permanently or from time to time in a home based office.  We cover tips on how to ensure that we maintain harmony in our home rather than find it not overtaken with paperwork. 

Media note: The 'Women in Business' radio show is hosted by Krishna De, international author, broadcaster, speaker, business development and personal branding expert.  This live recording was originally broadcasted on Dublin City Annalivia FM 103.2.

Women in Business, 17 May 2006: Hosted by Krishna De

Have you ever wondered what it takes to make sure that you host an outstanding event, from a workshop to a conference?

On todays 'Women in Business'  radio show, we are in conversation with Sarah Carroll, founder of the Network of Events Organisers in Ireland and discuss what it takes to host unforgettable events.  Sarah also shares her learnings from the recent Events Day 2006 conference where almost 200 event managers came together to share best practices and learn about leading edge strategies in event management.

Have you ever dreamt about avoiding that long commute to and from work where you are also trying to balance the ferrying of the children to and from nursery, school and afterschool clubs?

In the second segment of the show, we are in conversation with Darina Lokeman, of I am a Work-at Home Mum, and we dispel the myths of setting up a home based business.

Media note: The 'Women in Business' radio show is hosted by Krishna De, international author, broadcaster, speaker, business development and personal branding expert.  This live recording was originally broadcasted on Dublin City Annalivia FM 103.2.