Careering into Motherhood

How did your last interview go? Do they fill you with excitement or dread? Interviews are a huge part of building a successful career and whether they’re internal or external it’s a process that many people worry about. It's one of the reasons many people are turning to a specialist Interview Coach as the job market gets more competitive, and spending time preparing with an impartial and objective cheerleader might be just the thing you need to get that job offer. In this episode of the Careering into Motherhood podcast, we talk to interview expert and confidence coach, Emily Bal and ask how can people best prepare for an interview? What's the best way to answer interview questions? And how can people feel more confident in interviews? Tune in wherever you get your podcasts and hear Emily's pearls of wisdom. "Just search Careering into Motherhood" Emily Bal is a professional Coach who helps women who struggle with confidence in job interviews to prepare better, shine on the day and land their next role. You can find out more about her via our website. #careeradvice #interview #interviewprep #confidence #confidencecoach #newjob #jobhunting #cvwriting #jobsearch #cvexpert

Fearing change after kids is the most human thing in the world - but your fear doesn’t mean that making a change is unsafe. Quite the opposite, in fact! 🔥🚀 Meet Tamsin Williamson, aka The Parenthood Coach a holistic Life & Mindset Coach empowering ambitious but unfulfilled Mums to reignite their passion, purpose and potential after kids, so they can unlock the next epic chapter of their lives and careers unapologetically on THEIR terms, alongside Motherhood. 🔥🚀 Here are her top 4 reasons why it's perfectly safe to make a career change, after having kids... 1️⃣ Staying stuck in a place of dissatisfaction is often so much more uncomfortable and unfulfilling than the 'stretchy' feelings that come up when we say 'yes' to change. Facing uncertainty may feel scary, but when we recognise change is needed and commit to it - we invite ourselves to thrive! 2️⃣ We have likely been through SO MANY changes in our lives already (Motherhood being a biggie!) and we HAVE survived every one of those new chapters, and each one will have undoubtedly enhanced our lives in some way. Change may feel unnerving but we need to trust our inner resources and remind ourselves that we WILL cope, adapt and learn just as we have previously. 3️⃣ The biggest learnings and growth tends to come from change. Staying in our comfort zone may feel more comfortable BUT change promises to help us become stronger, happier more fulfilled individuals - which is what we all deserve, right? Whatever the outcome, there will ALWAYS be something to learn meaning you can't actually get change wrong! 4️⃣ By embracing change ourselves, we are modelling to our kids the power of facing our fears and investing in our own development. If our kids see us taking chances, being courageous and thriving in ourselves it will inspire them to stretch themselves in the same way. Walk that walk for you AND your kids! What change are you resisting that you know you need to make? If making a change feels too scary to face alone, know that I’m here to help you unlock all the courage, confidence and self-connection to cross that threshold with conviction. ☝️ Comment ‘CHANGE’ in the comments and let's jump on a free call to explore how I can help you face change and thrive! 🌈 #theparenthoodcoach #lifecoach #holisticcoach #change #changeafterkids #parenthood #motherhood #thrive #changeyourlife #careerchange

As mothers we often feel under pressure to keeping going without depleting our energy levels. Protecting your energy supply requires serious discipline, clear boundaries, and daily commitment. It involves setting up a support system, being honest with yourself, asking for help, and giving yourself grace amid chaos. In this insightful article from Ekaterina Ward @ekaterinaward, the Coach for Mothers in Business, you'll find some of the game-changing pillars Ekaterina uses to support her clients and help them thrive professionally alongside motherhood. Her Pillar approach is not about having it all figured out all of the time, Ekaterina is very clear, that just doesn’t exist. Instead it is about being aware and strategic about what needs your urgent care and attention right now. "I stand for very simple, do-able, practical things you can do with the pockets of time you have available," says Ekaterina. Have a read of her article via the link in our bio, and let us know what you think? Do you struggle with feeling you need to do it all? How are your energy levels today? #workingmothers #momsinbusiness #mompreneurs #womeninbusiness #workingmothers #MotherhoodCareer #MotherLifeBalance #SustainableSuccess #EnergyManagement #MothersInBusiness #energystrategies

‘My dyslexia is not a disability, but an ability to think differently, and if this world needs anything at this moment, it is people who think differently.’ These are the words of Jo Malone CBE, one of the UK's most successful women in business. This week is Dyslexia Awareness Week, and with over 10% of the population being dyslexic and 40% neurodivergent, Chloe Coburn herself diagnosed with dyslexia and dyscalculia in her late 20s, believes it's high time to stamp out stigma and misconceptions around neurodivergence and embrace thinking differently. In this moving article, Chloe highlights some of the daily challenges she faces and lists many of the strengths people with dyslexia face. She explores how coaching can really unlock your unique abilities and shift your mindset. A great piece for allies, parents and those with learning differences. Thank you Chloe for your honest piece. If you feel your dyslexia is controlling you and limiting your ability to succeed. Or if you are a parent or employer wanting to support others, please get in touch with Chloe, share your story and find out if she can help you. #dyslexiaawareness #creativethinking #dyslexiaUK #womenwithdyslexia #creativewriting #reallifestories #DAW24

"Aww were you just not able to make it work along side the kids?" "I vividly remember a senior male colleague saying these words to me the week I handed in my notice to set up my own coaching practice," says Tamsin Williamson @theparenthoodcoach , "Those words still grind my gears to this day!" As if, as Mothers, we just aren't capable of adapting. As if birthing and raising kids automatically comes with a side of amputated ambition, as soon as those beautiful babes fall out of us our ambition falls out with it. Motherhood had prompted me to take a long hard look at myself in the mirror. And it spurred me on make the big, bold, brave changes to my life that I hadn’t DARED to consider beforehand. Your next epic chapter is waiting for you too. Don’t let ANYONE tell you that being a Mum means that’s not possible for you! Read more about Tamsin's take on exactly why motherhood and ambition can happily co-exist in her blog on our site today. We are 100% behind her in this sentiment, let us know what you think too? Drop a 🔥below if you're ready to reignite your ambition! #feelgoodmotherhood #ruleyourlifewhileraisingkids #empoweredmotherhood #ambitiousmotherhood #motherhood #mumswhowork #workingmothers #careers #lifecoach

This insightful session with Certified Financial Educator and Women's Wealth Coach, @Anna Orenstein-Cardona, delves into the significance of money mindset and how to improve your relationship with money. You will learn practical strategies for managing personal finances, including effective cash flow management and tax-efficient investing, all designed to optimize your financial wellness. Anna, a former Wall Street Senior Executive, turned women's Wealth Coach, answers the following questions: 1. How can improving your money mindset positively impact your financial decisions and overall financial wellness? 2. What are some effective strategies for managing cash flow to ensure financial stability and growth? 3. How can individuals utilize tax-efficient investing to maximize their wealth and achieve long-term financial goals? Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, search Careering into Motherhood. What's one financial goal you're currently working on, and what challenges are you facing in achieving it? Share your experiences or ask any questions in the comments below! Let's empower each other to master our finances and build holistic wealth together! 💪💸 #moneymindset #wearyourmoneycrown #womenandwealth #wealthcoach #financialeducation #wallstreet #wealthpodcast #womenandmoney

〰️Ready for a career change? Or feeling stuck in your career and scared to make a change? What if staying still is riskier than moving forward? Overcome your fear of moving on and discover your next bold step forward. 〰️In this article Hannah Harrison, @higher.woman explores the advice of 10 women when it comes to making a career change.

Let's be honest, as mums, from time to time we could all do with a little shoulder to lean upon. Well consider Careering into Motherhood your virtual shoulder. And with over 11,500 members in our Facebook community, we have some very broad shoulders to help you whenever you need it. Whether it's parenting advice or launching a business, changing careers or getting your post-maternity mojo back again - our community members talk about anything and everything. And do you know the best thing..? Everything we do is supported by our amazing cohort of professional Coaches, counsellors and psychologists who each have their own unique area of expertise. Just a few of them are here in the image shown. You can connect with them, find out about their client work (and their fees) over on our website. Just see the link in our bio. Twice a year we even get together in-person to share experiences, make new connections and help one another. Our next event takes place at the end of the year. If you'd like to find out more, head over to our website or just search @CareeringintoMotherhood on Facebook See you in the group soon! #womensupportingwomen #workingmothers #careerchange #parenting #relationshipcounselling #careercoaching #lifecoaching #careeringintomotherhood #workingmoms #workingmums #maternity #parentalleave #parenting #youngkids #supportingwomen #empowerwomen #womeninbusiness

Do your emotions affect your relationship with food or the way you view your body? Do you turn to food and emotional eating when you are stressed? You are not alone. Food can be one of the most accessible and easy coping tools for comfort, helping us escape uncomfortable feelings. In this blog post, Addictive Behaviours Coach, Olga Phillips, (opentochange.uk) asks why we use food to soothe ourselves? And explores the reasons why we develop an emotional eating habit and a strategy to manage it. Head over to our to our website to read this insightful article. https://lnkd.in/e-vF9i9c #emotionaleating #addictivebehaviours #selfcare #addictivebehaviourcoach #dietculture #help #support

One of our brilliant partner Coaches Belinda Jane Batt MSc has written a book that will undoubtedly be of huge interest to our community. It deals with the gritty subject of Motherhood and Guilt. Please support Belinda by pre-ordering your copy here (and if you can’t do that now then help her by sharing, commenting and engaging with her post below). #womensupportingwomen #femaleauthors