INTRO: My name is Amy Lynch and in today's solo episode I'm going to be sharing why my advocacy work paused last year when life went a bit sideways.

Trigger warning: I will be discussing a car accident and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) – please skip over this one if you need to. If you or someone you know has experienced an injury like this, I will be covering strategies I’ve used, resources I’ve found and an organization which can help you, in the show notes.

THINGS I TALK ABOUT:

• Why the podcast took another mini-break over the past month and how it relates to what I've been learning about TBI
• The importance of asking for help, letting things go, adjusting my expectations and practicing self-compassion
• When a good "no" is better than a bad "yes"
• The non-profit organization and programming from Ontario Brain Injury Association (OBIA)
• All of the good ways I’ve discovered how my flexible and remote work with kids toolkit, processes, mindset and support network have helped me over the past year because I believe it can help you too
• Strategies numbered 1 through 7 to support you when life goes sideways and you have young kids to look after – most of these can be implemented straight away and are free!
• Previous solo episodes to inspire, encourage and provide practical actions for you during your adventures and experiences with mixing babies and business (EP 45 Baby In The Boardroom Parentpreneur, EP 54 Remote Work With Kids, EP 61 Hosting Events With Kids, EP 70 Pitching And Presenting With Kids, EP 80 Podcasting With Kids, EP 89 Becoming An Activist And Social Changemaker)
• Get in touch with me (Amy) online at: mixingbabiesandbusiness.com/contact

Season 6 is sponsored by the Mixing Babies And Business Changemaker Program – for people who want to do things differently, create an impact and advocate for primary caregivers and their families along the way: mixingbabiesandbusiness.com/changemaker

- Amy Lynch (+ Family)
Founder + Podcast Host

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Please subscribe and leave a podcast review – it helps other parents find the podcast!

Learn more about #mixingbabiesandbusiness
For parents interested in flexible and remote work with kids:
http://mixingbabiesandbusiness.com/free-resources

Thanks for joining me!

A reminder to our audience: We're not certified medical professionals, financial advisers or legal professionals. You are advised to consult with an independent professional or advisor for advice on your specific circumstances.

PT 3: Martin Barnes is a parent of six-year-old twins, founder of 8 Seconds 2 Connect and graphic artist at ThisCityArt. With 20 years of experience in design, film and advertising, Martin is focused on supporting C-Suite leaders with their messaging and delivery.

This is final episode of our conversation, where we talk about getting inspired by his kids and the importance of being able to communicate your message to all ages.

THINGS WE TALK ABOUT:

• Getting inspired by his kids during after school car rides
• The importance of reading aloud and listening back to yourself
• Speaking to those who are 5-years-old and 75-years-old
• The use of AI, digital literacy and future of education
• Moving overseas to China to teach design and how it evolved into his current work helping people with their communications
• How you can connect with Martin and access his ROI from speaking scorecard

Thanks to Martin for taking part of his day to speak with me about parenthood, travel, international family life, flexible work and the future of education.

Season 6 is sponsored by the Mixing Babies And Business Changemaker Program – for people who want to do things differently, create an impact and advocate for primary caregivers and their families along the way: mixingbabiesandbusiness.com/changemaker

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ABOUT MARTIN BARNES
Martin Barnes is a parent of six-year-old twins, founder of 8 Seconds 2 Connect and graphic artist at ThisCityArt. With 20 years of experience in design, film and advertising as a guest speaker, creative director, trainer and lecturer, Martin is focused on supporting C-Suite leaders with their messaging and delivery.

CONNECT WITH MARTIN
Website eightsecondstoconnect.com
LinkedIn @martinbarnespresentations and @8seconds2connect
Check your ROI from speaking at events via roiconferencespeaking.scoreapp.com

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ABOUT MIXING BABIES AND BUSINESS™
Where parenthood meets professional development:
http://mixingbabiesandbusiness.com/free-resources

Thanks for joining me and sharing with your network of parents!

- Amy Lynch (+ Family)
Founder | Event + Podcast Host

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Did you enjoy this episode?
Please subscribe and leave a podcast review – it helps other parents find the podcast!

Learn more about #mixingbabiesandbusiness
For parents interested in flexible and remote work with kids:
http://mixingbabiesandbusiness.com/free-resources

Thanks for joining me!

A reminder to our audience: We're not certified medical professionals, financial advisers or legal professionals. You are advised to consult with an independent professional or advisor for advice on your specific circumstances.

PT 2: Martin Barnes is a parent of six-year-old twins, founder of 8 Seconds 2 Connect and graphic artist at ThisCityArt. With 20 years of experience in design, film and advertising, Martin is focused on supporting C-Suite leaders with their messaging and delivery.

This is the second of three mini episodes of our conversation. In this interview, we talk about relocating from China to England with his family, intergenerational living and creating inclusive spaces.

THINGS WE TALK ABOUT:

• What it's been like relocating suddenly from China to England four years ago after what was meant to be a five-week vacation
• Intergenerational living with his parents, wife and twin daughters
• Living with family close by, the interactions everyone is having and mutual benefits to all involved
• Working remotely since 2013 and travelling while maintaining client work
• How we can make hospitality AND business spaces more accessible for parents and their children

Thanks to Martin for taking part of his day to speak with me about parenthood, travel, international family life, flexible work and accessibility.

Season 6 is sponsored by the Mixing Babies And Business Changemaker Program – for people who want to do things differently, create an impact and advocate for primary caregivers and their families along the way: mixingbabiesandbusiness.com/changemaker

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ABOUT MARTIN BARNES
Martin Barnes is a parent of six-year-old twins, founder of 8 Seconds 2 Connect and graphic artist at ThisCityArt. With 20 years of experience in design, film and advertising as a guest speaker, creative director, trainer and lecturer, Martin is focused on supporting C-Suite leaders with their messaging and delivery.

CONNECT WITH MARTIN
Website eightsecondstoconnect.com
LinkedIn @martinbarnespresentations and @8seconds2connect
Check your ROI from speaking at events via roiconferencespeaking.scoreapp.com

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ABOUT MIXING BABIES AND BUSINESS™
Where parenthood meets professional development:
http://mixingbabiesandbusiness.com/free-resources

Thanks for joining me and sharing with your network of parents!

- Amy Lynch (+ Family)
Founder | Event + Podcast Host

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Did you enjoy this episode?
Please subscribe and leave a podcast review – it helps other parents find the podcast!

Learn more about #mixingbabiesandbusiness
For parents interested in flexible and remote work with kids:
http://mixingbabiesandbusiness.com/free-resources

Thanks for joining me!

A reminder to our audience: We're not certified medical professionals, financial advisers or legal professionals. You are advised to consult with an independent professional or advisor for advice on your specific circumstances.