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A reformed workaholic with a demonstrated history of expecting my team to work overtime for free. This details my musings on how to improve the life of those working within hospitality through the lens of a working Mother.

Newsletter · By Lauren Linford · Official site

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Sep 22, 2026
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  1. Issue · Sep 22, 2026

    Moving to the Midlands (opens the original)

    Excerpt · Positive tone

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  2. Issue · Sep 16, 2026

    No-one cares like I do... (opens the original)

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  3. Issue · Sep 8, 2026

    Findings from being a happiness judge.. (opens the original)

    Excerpt · Neutral tone

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  4. Issue · Aug 26, 2026

    Dear Maddy- My owner is so inconsistent. (opens the original)

    Excerpt · Critical tone

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  5. Issue · Aug 25, 2026

    Is a 40 hour week realistic if you're the one in charge? (opens the original)

    Excerpt · Critical tone

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    I have witnessed many of our partners transition their managers from a 48 hour to a 45 hour contract gradually and successfully in recent years. We have seen less long lasting results from the switch to (or restaurants who open with) 40 hour contracts. Patterns are emerging when it comes to which sub 48 hr contracts can succeed, in which businesses and at which level. In my last employed role, I was made to feel as though I had no choice but to be available 7 days a week, be present at least 5 f

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