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This Mum Loves Tech Episode 13: Is Canva Pro Worth It? The Features That Make It a Game-ChangerI’m back with more Canva tips, and this time, we’re diving into the Pro features that make Canva worth the investment!If you’ve ever wondered whether Canva Pro is really necessary or if you’re getting the most out of your subscription, this episode is for you. I’m sharing my favourite Canva Pro tools that save time, boost creativity, and make content creation so much easier.I think Canva Pro is worth the £100 yearly fee because it’s packed with features that help you design faster and more professionally without needing advanced graphic design skills.Here’s what I’ll be covering:✅ How to use brand kits and templates for consistency✅ The Magic Resize tool to create designs for every platform in seconds✅ Why the Background Remover is a must-have for business owners✅ Time-saving hacks to speed up your Canva workflowI hope you enjoy this episode and learn some new Canva tricks. Which features are your favourite?Want More In-Depth Canva Training?Inside the This Mum Loves Tech membership, you’ll find step-by-step masterclasses on everything from Canva basics to advanced design techniques. Plus, with weekly live Q&A calls, you’ll never be stuck on a tech problem again!If Canva has been on your “I need to learn this properly” list, the Canva masterclass inside the membership are for you.👉 Find out more here: https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/membership Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech:1️⃣ Register for the next FREE monthly masterclasses: https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/masterclass 2️⃣ Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech 3️⃣ Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes: https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 29: Rewrite Your Sales Blocks: Sales Success Starts on the Inside with Sophie FraserSales isn’t just about strategy, your mindset plays a huge role too. In this episode, I chat with Sophie Fraser, mindset and neuro coach, about how to overcome the subconscious beliefs that hold us back and rewire your sales mindset for success.In this episode, we talk about:✅ Why mindset makes up 80% of business success✅ How perfectionism holds us back and why “done is better than perfect”✅ The difference between surface-level affirmations and real mindset shifts✅ How to rewire old beliefs and build confidence✅ Why mindset is just as important as sales strategySophie will also be running a Rewriting Your Sales Blocks masterclass inside the membership on Thursday, 18th September at 1pm. Sophie's masterclass is designed to help you feel more confident and ready for the busiest sales season of the year.If you’d love access to this masterclass and ongoing weekly tech support, come and join us inside the membership.👉 Find out more and join here: ⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/membership/⁠And if you'd like to get more sales support from Sophie:Visit Sophie's website 👉 https://www.sophiefraser.co.uk/Connect on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-fraser-coaching/Connect on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/sophie.fraser.therapy/I hope these mindset shifts help you feel more confident about the sales in your business.Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech:1. Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/⁠2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠3. Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 28: Conversations That Convert: Simple Sales Tips with Sales Strategist, Lixxy Harkcom.Sales can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, I chat with sales strategist Lixxy Harkcom about how to simplify selling and start creating conversations that actually convert into clients.In this episode, we talk about:✅ Why sales feels so scary for many entrepreneurs✅ The simple truth about what sales really is✅ Why you don’t need to live on social media to make sales✅ How to build a sales pipeline that keeps your business steady✅ Why conversations and relationships matter more than cold DMsLixxy will also be running a Creating Conversations That Convert masterclass inside my membership on Friday, 12th September at 1pm, so you can put her tips into action before Black Friday and Christmas.If you’d love access to this masterclass and ongoing weekly tech support, come and join us inside the membership.👉 Find out more and join here: https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/membership/And if you'd like to get more sales support from Lixxy:Connect on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/lixxy_salessuccess/Download her FREE Daily Lead Generation Checklist 👉 https://lixxysalessucces.kartra.com/page/q8V45/I hope these simple sales tips leave you feeling more confident about starting conversations that convert. Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech:1. Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech⁠⁠⁠⁠3. Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 18: What is Domain Authentication? How to Keep Your Emails Out of Spam in 2025In this week's episode, I'm breaking down everything small business owners need to know about domain authentication, including what SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records are and why they matter more than ever in 2025.These seemingly innocent arrangements of letters can be the difference between your carefully crafted emails landing in your subscriber's inbox or not. Before you switch off because this sounds too techie… trust me, this is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your emails actually reach your audience.I’ll explain:✅ Why Google, Yahoo and now Microsoft have introduced stricter email rules.✅ What domain authentication actually means (without the jargon).✅ How to set up SPF, DKIM and DMARC so your emails land in inboxes, not spam folders.✅ Why 'info@' email addresses are getting flagged and what to do instead.✅ How my own emails and clients’ deliverability improved after sorting this out.Plus, I’ll tell you about two resources that can help:💌 Download my FREE Email Marketing Made Easy: 3-Step Start-Up Guide - https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/email/Looking for step-by-step support with your domain authentication? Get my Spam to Sales Training for £27 - https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/spam/ (please note the price has increased since the recording of this episode)If you’re using MailerLite, Google Workspace, or just want your emails to actually get opened, this episode is for you!Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech:1. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech⁠⁠⁠2. Join the This Mum Loves Tech Membership for ongoing tech support 👉 ⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/membership/⁠3. Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 40: Avoiding Goal Setting Overwhelm: Creating a business strategy that fits with family life with Jen ListerIn this episode, I’m chatting with Jen Lister, a business strategist who is passionate about helping parents build a dream lifestyle and business that doesn’t require you to be in it 24/7.Jen has a brilliant way of taking the overwhelm out of planning and making goal-setting feel personal and achievable. In this episode, we chatted about:✅ The "Three Fs" ✅ Why Jen ditched corporate strategy for "parentrepreneurship" ✅ How to create a family vision board (and get your partner on board!) ✅ The power of the "Three Goals" rule to beat shiny object syndrome And if Jen’s insights have you ready to get intentional with your plans, get a copy of her Goalgetting Goodies - her complete workbook to clarify and work towards achieving your goals! https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/45476/153645963849762643/shareConnect with Jen at Jen Lister Strategy:Website: https://www.jenlister.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenlisterstrategyLinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenlisterstrategy/Ready for Tech Support? If you need tech support right now to help make 2026 your best year yet, the This Mum Loves Tech Membership is officially open year-round! It’s the perfect place to get weekly tech support calls and themed expert masterclasses for just £30/month.Find out more and join the membership here 👉 https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/membership/----------------Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech:Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestechFollow This Mum Loves Tech on Instagram for the latest updates 👉 https://www.instagram.com/thismumlovestechFind more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 39: 2025 Review & 2026 Plans: The Year of ConnectionWelcome to the first episode of 2026! In this episode, I’m going solo and taking a moment to rewind and reflect on 2025, which I’ve called my "Year of Creation" and sharing the big, exciting plans I have for This Mum Loves Tech in the year ahead.I’m sharing about the reality of building a business behind the scenes, the lessons I learned about planning vs. actually doing the work, and why I’m shifting my focus toward human connection and "done with you" support for 2026.In this episode, you’ll hear about: ✅ Why 2025 was the year of creation and building my offers ✅ The reality of launching a podcast and outsourcing to a VA ✅ My "Monica from Friends" moment: Lessons in planning vs. execution ✅ Why "Done With You" tech support is the ultimate way to empower yourself ✅ Big 2026 plans: Turning 40, my first in-person event, and the first term of Tech SchoolLinks mentioned in this episode:Episode 3: My Story – Listen or watch here https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/episode3/Ignite Your Email List (Self-Study) – https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/ignite/Find out more about the This Mum Loves Tech In-Person Event (June 30th 2026) – Get on the waitlist to hear more: https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/event/Ready for Tech Support? If you need tech support right now to help make 2026 your best year yet, the This Mum Loves Tech Membership is officially open year-round! It’s the perfect place to get weekly tech support calls and themed expert masterclasses for just £30/month.Find out more and join the membership here 👉 https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/membership/Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech:Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestechFollow This Mum Loves Tech on Instagram for the latest updates 👉 https://www.instagram.com/thismumlovestechFind more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 38: Website Visibility Made Simple: SEO, Google Analytics & Search Console with Suzy StantonIn this episode, I’m chatting with Suzy Stanton, SEO copywriter and the creator of Wish Freelance Writing. Suzy has a brilliant way of taking the fear out of SEO and finally making website visibility feel achievable for small business owners.Suzy explains the real foundations of getting found online, the simple tweaks most businesses are missing, and how tools like Google Analytics and Search Console can help you understand what’s working, without getting lost in the data.In this episode, you’ll hear about:✅ Why SEO isn’t as complicated as it sounds✅ The small mistakes that stop great content from being discovered✅ How Google Analytics and Search Console work together✅ One simple change Suzy recommends every business owner can make today✅ The mindset shift every business owner needs around visibilityAnd if Suzy’s insights have you thinking it’s time to finally get your website and visibility foundations in place, her masterclass Google Analytics & Search Console Simplified is waiting for you inside the This Mum Loves Tech Membership.It’s the perfect place to get ongoing weekly tech support, instant access to a library of expert-led masterclasses and a community of fellow business owners all on the same journey.Join the membership for £30/month here 👉 https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/membership/ Connect with Suzy and Wish Freelance Writing:Website: https://www.wishfreelancewriting.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/wishwriting1 LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzy-stanton-73215314a/   --------------------------- Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech: 1. Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/⁠⁠ 2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 3. Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 37: The Truth About SEO: What Google Is Really Looking for on Your Website with Lisa SmithIn this episode, I’m chatting with Lisa Smith from Activ Digital Marketing North Essex. Lisa is a website and SEO specialist with over 16 years of experience helping small businesses get found online.Lisa breaks down the truth about SEO in the most refreshing, down to earth way. We talk about why SEO is never “done”, why your website needs proper foundations before anything else will work, and what Google is actually looking for when it decides whether to show your website to potential customers.In this episode, you’ll hear about:✅ The biggest misconceptions business owners have about SEO✅ Why having a website isn’t enough if Google can’t understand it✅ What the “foundations” of SEO really are✅ How search engines choose which websites to show✅ Why SEO doesn’t have to be complicated when you know what mattersAnd if this conversation has you realising your own website might be missing the basics, you’re not alone.Lisa delivered an amazing masterclass inside the This Mum Loves Tech Membership called SEO Basics: Because a Website Alone Won’t Get You Found, and you can now watch the full session inside the membership library.If you’re ready to understand your website properly, improve your SEO and finally feel confident with the tech behind your business, join us inside the membership. It’s £30 per month, cancel anytime, and gives you access to the full training library plus weekly tech support from me.Join here 👉 https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/membership/ Connect with Lisa and Activ Digital Marketing North Essex:Website  https://www.activdmnorthessex.com/ LinkedIn:  ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/activwebdunmow/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/EssexWebDesign/  --------------------------- Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech: 1. Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/⁠⁠ 2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 3. Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 36: Website Legals Every Online Business Needs. And Why They Actually Matter with Ama ZbarceaIn this episode, I’m chatting with Ama Zbarcea, lawyer and founder of On Your Own Terms. Ama shares her journey from global corporate legal work to empowering small business owners with simple, easy-to-understand contracts and website legals.We dive into why legals matter, how online business makes you global overnight, and why every business owner deserves clear, plain-English protection.In this episode, you'll hear about: ✅ Ama’s fascinating journey as a Global Lawyer ✅ Why even tiny online businesses must follow global laws ✅ The legal documents every website needs ✅ Why simple contracts actually reduce legal problems ✅ How Ama’s Template Toolbox make legals feel easy, not scaryAma will be coming into the This Mum Loves Tech Membership to deliver a masterclass on the Legal Essentials for Online Small Businesses, and we are also running a competition for one lucky member to win their website legals created by Ama for free!If you'd like to come to Ama's masterclass, enter the competition and get weekly tech support from me, you need to join the membership by midnight Monday, 1st December.Join today 👉 https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/membership/ Plus, join during Black Friday week and get 50% off and join for just £15 for your first month using the code BLACKFRIDAY15.Connect with Ama and On Your Own Terms:Sign up for the Legally Legit DIGITAL PRODUCT CHECKLIST here: https://onyourownterms.net/freebie-legally-legit-digital-product-checklist/Visit Ama's website: https://onyourownterms.net (This is an affiliate link if you purchase Ama’s templates through my link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.) Follow Ama on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/on_your_own_terms_Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doitonyourownterms  --------------------------- Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech: 1. Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/⁠⁠ 2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 3. Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 35: Teaching Kids Tech Skills Without Screens – How Unplugged Tots is Preparing the Next Generation with Hannah HagonIn this episode, I’m joined by Hannah Hagon, founder of Unplugged Tots, which introduces children to screen-free computer coding.We had a brilliant chat about how we can prepare our future problem solvers and computer coders by teaching essential tech skills through play, without relying on screens.In this episode, you’ll learn:✅ How a family day out inspired Unplugged Tots✅ What computational thinking is (and how to teach it through play)✅ How simple activities can encourage logical thinking and problem-solving from a young age✅ Why screen-free doesn’t mean anti-tech, it’s about using technology intentionallyWe also talked about Hannah’s new book Unplugged Tots, published by Raspberry Pi, which is full of practical ideas that make learning fun and creative using things you already have at home, all while building essential cognitive skills.Get your copy of Unplugged Tots hereConnect with Hannah and find out more about Unplugged Tots:Website: https://www.unpluggedtots.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unplugged-tots/ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/UnpluggedTots Facebook: http://instagram.com/unpluggedtots   --------------------------- Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech: 1. Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/⁠⁠ 2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 3. Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 34: From Perfectionism to Progress – Confidence, Mindset, and Making Social Media Work for You with Joy Foster, TechPixies In this episode, I’m joined by Joy Foster, founder of TechPixies, for an inspiring conversation about confidence, visibility, and overcoming perfectionism in business.Joy is an award-winning founder who has helped thousands of women transform not only their digital skills but their mindset too. Together, we explore what holds so many women back from showing up online and the practical steps you can take to start building confidence and consistency in your business.In this episode, you’ll learn:✅ Why confidence and mindset are the real keys to business growth✅ How learning new tech skills can help you “take off the invisibility cloak” and be seen✅ The mindset shifts that help you move past perfectionism and take action✅ How to reframe failure as learning and build resilience as you grow✅ Why protecting your time and energy matters for sustainable successIf you’ve ever held yourself back because things didn’t feel perfect, or doubted whether you’re “good enough” to put yourself out there, this episode will give you the clarity, courage, and confidence to move forward.Connect with Joy Foster and TechPixies:Sign up for the free TechPixie Social Media Masterclass: https://techpixies.com/socialmediamasterclass Visit the TechPixie website: https://techpixies.com Follow TechPixies on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techpixies/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TechPixiesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/techpixies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@techpixies ---------------------------Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech: 1. Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/⁠⁠ 2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 3. Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 33: Seeing the Bigger Picture – Managing Stress, Tech Overwhelm and Business Growth with Lou MayIn this episode, I’m chatting with Lou May, therapist and founder of The Bigger Picture Therapy. Lou shares her journey from burnout to balance, what really sits behind stress and anxiety, and how learning the right tech helped her run a smoother, more sustainable business.In this episode, you'll hear about:✅ Lou’s personal story of recovery and rebuilding✅ How she helps clients get to the root cause of stress✅ Practical ideas for creating more calm in busy seasons✅ Why understanding your tech saves time, money and stressAnd if Lou’s story has you thinking it’s time to finally understand your own tech and set things up properly, that’s exactly what I help you do inside Ignite Your Email List. It’s my step-by-step course that helps you: 💌 Build your email marketing foundations the right way 🧩 Understand how all the pieces fit together ✨ Feel confident setting up your lead magnet, automations, and emails without the tech overwhelmIf you’re ready to finally take control of your tech and set up your email list with confidence, join Ignite Your Email List today. Doors close tonight at midnight (Friday, 31st October 2025), so this is your last chance to join the VIP Live Experience and get the bonuses, membership access, and 1:1 support included. Find out more and join the course here - https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/ignite/ Ways to connect with Lou:Download Lou's free guide "Hot Mess to Morning Success" today - https://thebiggerpicturetherapy.com/guide/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thebiggerpicturetherapy/ Visit Lou's website - https://thebiggerpicturetherapy.com/ ------------Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech: 1. Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/⁠⁠2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech 3. Watch or listen to more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 32: Balancing Mind and Body in Business - How Nervous System Regulation Supports Your Success with Lucy McGrathIn this episode, I chat with Lucy McGrath, yoga teacher and coach, about how regulating your nervous system helps you find balance, avoid burnout, and reconnect with your creativity. Lucy shares her story of leaving teaching to start her yoga and coaching business, how nervous system awareness changed her life, and how she overcame her tech overwhelm after not being afraid to ask for help.In this episode, we talk about:✅ How stress and overwhelm affect your nervous system✅ Simple ways to regulate through movement and breath✅ How embracing tech can simplify your business✅ Practical tips to find calm and clarity in your dayFeeling inspired to get support with your tech and start email marketing?Join my free Email List Lift-Off Challenge starting Monday, 20th October to learn how to set up your email list without the tech overwhelm 👉 thismumlovestech.co.uk/challengeWays to connect with Lucy:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lucymcgrath.coach.yoga/ Join The Soul Sanctuary with Lucy McGrath Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesoulsanctuarywithlucymcgrath Visit Lucy's website: https://lucymcgrath.co.uk/ ------------------Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech: 1. Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/⁠⁠2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠3 . Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 31: MailerLite’s Latest Updates – Should You Switch Email Marketing Platforms or Stay Put?There’s been a lot of change in the email marketing world recently, so in this episode, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about the latest MailerLite updates, including what’s changed in their free plan, new features like Products, and what to consider before switching platforms.In this episode, you’ll learn:The key MailerLite updates from September 2025Why time vs money matters when switching toolsHow MailerLite's new Products feature worksWhat’s improved in MailerLite automationsPlus, I also touch on the differences between dedicated email marketing platforms, such as MailerLite and all-in-one systems and which one is the best choice for you and your business.  If you’re watching this and thinking, “I really need to get my email list up and running, but I’ve no idea where to start,” I’ve got something just for you.💌 Join the Email List Lift-Off Challenge starting Monday, 20th October! In just 3 days, you’ll learn the essential first steps to set up the foundations of your email list and finally start growing your audience off of social media, without the tech stress.How it works:3 days of live sessions at 10 am inside a private Facebook communityA simple task to complete following the live learningPrizes to be won if you take part each dayThen on Thursday, 23rd October at 2 pm, I’ll be hosting a live masterclass that brings it all together and shows you how to get people onto your list once you’re set up. Plus, I'll also be announcing all the prize winners!  It’s free and open to everyone, so if you’ve been waiting for the right time to start your email list, this is it.👉 Sign up here: https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/challenge ---------------------  Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech: 1. Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/⁠⁠ 2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech 3. Watch or listen to more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 30: The Power of Messaging to Attract Your Dream Clients with Natalie PottsIt’s not about chasing the algorithm or posting more, the real secret to attracting clients is the power of your messaging. In this episode, I chat with Messaging Expert and Business Strategist Natalie Potts, about how to communicate with clarity and confidence so you can attract your dream clients.In this episode, we talk about:✅ Why messaging matters more than the algorithm✅ How to clarify your message so it resonates with the right people✅ Why “talking to everyone” waters down your impact✅ How powerful messaging builds emotional connection and trust✅ Why clarity in your message makes it easier to attract dream clientsNatalie delivered an incredible masterclass inside the This Mum Loves Tech Membership - Messaging That Matters: The Outside-In Approach to Attracting and Converting Dream Clients.In the jam-packed hour, she shared:Why messaging is important to focus onThe 6 components of great messagingHow to make more sales and grow your business by being known as the go-to expert in your industryJoin the This Mum Loves Tech Membership here 👉 https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/membership/ to watch Natalie’s masterclass in the library, plus access weekly tech support and other expert trainings.Natalie is also running a FREE 3 Days to Dial In Your Messaging Challenge (6th–8th October 2025). Register here 👉 https://www.nataliepotts.co.uk/challengeWays to connect with Natalie:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nataliepottsstrategist/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliepotts/Download Natalie's Free messaging checklist: https://www.nataliepotts.co.uk/checklistFind out more about working with Natalie in her mastermind: https://www.nataliepotts.co.uk/mastermindVisit Natalie's website: https://www.nataliepotts.co.uk/-------------Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech: 1. Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/⁠⁠ 2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠3 . Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 27: Unlock Your Tech Confidence: Weekly Tech Support for Female EntrepreneursIn this special birthday episode, I’m celebrating the This Mum Loves Tech Membership turning one and reflecting on how far it’s come. From its beginnings as a library of masterclass replays to becoming a supportive hub of weekly calls and expert masterclasses, the membership has transformed the way female entrepreneurs feel about tech.In this episode, I share:✅ How the membership started and why it’s grown so quickly✅ Why weekly support calls make such a difference✅ Real wins from members who’ve built confidence with tech✅ What I’ve learned in my first year of running a membership✅ What’s next in year twoIf you’re looking for support with the tech in your business and want to be part of a community that cheers you on, I’d love to welcome you inside the membership.👉 Find out more and join here: https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/membership/Also, a special shout-out from this episode to my brilliant VA, Lizzie Harwood, who helps me keep on top of all the membership admin. If you are looking for a VA, you can find out more about lizzie here:Website: ⁠https://lizzieharwoodva.co.uk/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lizzieharwoodva/⁠Thanks so much for tuning in and celebrating this milestone with me, I’m so grateful to have you here on this journey. ----------Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech:1. Download FREE Time-Saving Tech Checklist 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech⁠⁠⁠⁠3. Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 26: The Power of Breathwork: Calming Your Mind and Tackling Tech Overwhelm with Kim BrockwayHaving a Tech meltdown? Then take a breath.  In this week's episode of This Mum Loves Tech, I’m joined by breathwork coach Kim Brockway from Wessex Wise Woman. We talk about how to stay calm before you lose your head over tech that just won’t work, because sometimes it’s completely out of our control anyway. In this episode, Kim and I chat about:🗣️ How breathing techniques can help with tech stress 🗣️ Why slowing down your breath can stop cortisol in its tracks🗣️ Kim’s journey from book editor to breathwork coach🗣️ How breathwork helps with menopause, migraines and mum-life chaos🗣️ Practical ways to stay calm in the middle of a tech tantrum Whether you’re about to open your laptop or laptop to tackle a tricky bit of tech, this episode will help you feel a little more grounded before you get started.Download Kim's free Guide that she mentioned in the episode "Awaken Your Inner Magic" and you'll be sent her 5 breathwork techniques - https://breath.wessexwisewoman.co.uk/awaken-your-inner-magic Ways to connect with Kim:Visit Kim's website - https://www.wessexwisewoman.co.uk Join Kim's Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/breathwork.womens.circle Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wessexwisewoman/ Connect on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-brockway/ Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech:1. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech⁠⁠⁠⁠2. Download FREE Email marketing made easy guide 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/email/ 3. Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 25: What Is a Tech Stack? Tidy Up Your Online Tools To Stop Wasting Time and MoneyEver feel like you're juggling a million tech tools… and not sure what all of them even do?In this week’s episode, I’m breaking down what a “tech stack” actually is and how, if you’re running an online business, you already have one, even if you don’t realise it.Whether you're managing client bookings, email marketing, content creation or your website, this episode will help you connect the dots and understand what tools you need working behind the scenes.I'll also explain:✅ What a tech stack really means (without the jargon)✅ Why you might be paying for tools you don’t need✅ How to streamline and simplify the tech you’re already using✅ Why your tech stack should feel more like your favourite recipe than something you just threw togetherPlus, if you'd like to know more about streamlining the tools you’re using, so you can save time, reduce stress, and stop wasting money, then I have just the thing. I’ve created a free Time-Saving Tech Checklist.Inside, you’ll find:The essential tools every online business needs.How to avoid wasting money on tools you don’t really need.My favourite low-cost (or free!) platforms that save time and stress.👉 Grab your copy here: https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/checklist/Think of it as your shortcut to building a lean, connected tech stack that supports your business, without the overwhelm.Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech:1. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech⁠⁠⁠⁠2. Download FREE Email marketing made easy guide 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/email/ 3. Find more This Mum Loves Tech episodes 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/podcast/⁠

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 23: Behind the Tech - Birthday Q&A Special To Get Your Tech Questions Answered It’s my birthday week! 🎉 And to celebrate, I asked the lovely ladies from the This Mum Loves Tech community to send in their top tech questions for this special Ask Me Anything episode, and wow, did they deliver!Here are the amazing ladies featured in this episode and their brilliant questions:Dawn - Simply Mind GamesHow did you get started in the business you are doing now?https://www.instagram.com/simplymindgames/ Karen - Intention and GlowWhat is one thing you wish everyone knew when starting their business?https://www.instagram.com/intentionandglow/ Karishma - Art DubbaWhat are the tech must-haves for starting a business?https://www.instagram.com/art_dubba/ Amy - MindwiseIf you were to pick 3 things to tackle first on the tech front what would they be?http://www.amymoss.co.uk Rosaleen - Rosaleen Hird Wellbeing The easiest techy thing to do that's made the most impact in your business?www.rosaleenhirdwellbeing.uk Charley - Virtual Assistant WhizWhat’s one tech tool or app you couldn’t live without in your business, and why?https://www.linkedin.com/company/virtual-assistant-whiz/ Kim - Wessex Wise Woman What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned about handling tech hiccups or unexpected chaos and how do you keep calm and carry on when things go wrong behind the scenes? https://wessexwisewoman.co.uk/ Lucy - Lucy McGrath Coach & YogaWhen and how do you find the time to write and schedule your emails with your lovely young family, ie what is the best way you have found to manage your time efficiently?https://www.instagram.com/lucymcgrath.coach.yoga/ Denise - Gingerfish DesignI’m new to Canva, the folder system is so confusing. How do you organise items so that you can find things? http://www.gingerfishdesign.co.uk Karolyn - Teachers Pay TeachersWhat do think is the best platform for your website when you are new to online selling?https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/.../children-cooking...Gillian - Learning Vault for Female Small BusinessWhat's one way you've turned your audience into subscribers using Mailerlite/lead magnets?https://www.thelearningvaultfsb.co.uk Dawn - DLT Visions As it's the end of exam season. What advice would you give to your 16 year old self based on your life journey up until now.https://www.instagram.com/dltvisions/ Thank you for all the brilliant questions, and I hope you enjoy the episode. Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech:1. Join Birthday Bonus Week, happening 23rd - 27th June 👉 https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/bonus/ 2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech⁠⁠⁠⁠3. Download FREE Email marketing made easy guide 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/email/

This Mum Loves Tech Episode 23: 5 MailerLite Tips to Make Email Marketing Easier In this week’s episode, I’m sharing my top 5 MailerLite tips to save you time, simplify your email strategy, and grow your list with confidence all using the free plan in MailerLite. The tips include:✅ Where to authenticate your domain (and why it matters)✅ Setting up your default branding settings✅ A time-saving MailerLite shortcut: copy to drafts✅ A smarter way to trigger your automations✅ The importance of naming forms, groups and automations clearlyNot only do I explain each of these tips I also show you them in action too (So you may want to check out the video version on YouTube too)Whether you’re just getting started or want to optimise how you use MailerLite, you’ll find loads of useful tips and advice in this practical episode.Looking for further MailerLite support? Join me for June's FREE masterclass:Create Your Landing Page for Free in MailerLite 📅 Thursday 19th June at 1pm Register the for masterclass here: https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/masterclass/ If you'd like to get some further support with authenticating your domain my Spam to Sales training gives you step-by-step support to ensure your emails land in your subscriber's inboxes where they belong! 👉 https://www.thismumlovestech.co.uk/spam Discover More With This Mum Loves Tech:1. Join Birthday Bonus Week, happening 23rd - 27th June 👉 https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/bonus/ 2. Ask your questions in the FREE Facebook group 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/thismumlovestech⁠⁠⁠⁠3. Download FREE Email marketing made easy guide 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thismumlovestech.co.uk/email/