This week we interview Kellie Nedelcoux who is the founder of Career and Parenthood and she shares her remarkable journey from corporate HR leadership to launching her business during her maternity leave.

You'll discover how she transformed her experience in Dubai and at Sky into a mission to revolutionize parental support in the workplace.

What you'll learn:

•How Kellie navigated success without a traditional degree, and why she's now proud to share this part of her story

•The stark reality behind the 90% of returners feeling unsupported, and how companies can change this

• The pivotal moment she decided to launch her business during maternity leave, and how she managed the transition

•Practical insights on building parent-friendly workplaces that boost retention rates

•How motherhood influenced her business decisions and why her daughter motivates her through challenges

Whether you're a parent navigating career transitions, an HR professional seeking to improve support systems, or a leader interested in boosting retention through parent-friendly policies, this conversation offers actionable insights and inspiring perspectives on creating more inclusive workplaces.

🎄 NEW EPISODE ALERT: Christmas Special! 🎄

Feeling the pressure to create the perfect Christmas while running on empty? Yep- we can relate!

Pour yourself a mulled wine and join us for some real talk about:

• The mental load of creating Christmas magic
• Why mums feel the need to apologize (even when it's not our fault!)
• How a child-free spa weekend saved our sanity
• Setting boundaries during the festive season

This one's for every mum feeling overwhelmed by the holiday hustle. Because sometimes the greatest gift you can give yourself is permission to be imperfect.

Tune in for your dose of comfort, laughs, and reminder that you're not alone in the Christmas chaos.

Join us for a powerful conversation with Oluwapelumi Amanda Adeola, Partner at BHP Law, as she shares her journey from Nigeria to becoming a ranked family law specialist in the UK. Learn how to navigate cultural transitions while building a remarkable career, create lasting impact in conservative spaces, and transform mom guilt into pride.

For ambitious mothers seeking to:

• Build success while honoring cultural heritage
• Create powerful networks as a minority in your field
• Balance professional goals with intentional parenting
• Fight imposter syndrome through community and mentorship
• Leave a lasting legacy for the next generation

Amanda shares intimate insights about creating meaningful affirmations with her children and fostering honest conversations about ambition across generations. Her story demonstrates how you can honor your heritage, embrace motherhood, and pursue ambitious career goals - unapologetically.

In this powerful episode, Harvard-trained psychologist and executive coach Dr. Anne Welsh shares game-changing insights for ambitious mothers navigating their dual identities. Drawing from her 15+ years of experience and personal journey as a mother of four, she challenges the narrative that women must choose between career success and present parenting.

Key takeaways for our listeners:

- How to reframe the transition to motherhood as an opportunity for professional growth rather than a career setback

- Practical strategies for managing the mental load while maintaining career ambitions

- Why feeling overwhelmed and lonely is common—and what to do about it

- Research-backed insights on why children don't need mothers to "be everything"

- Fresh perspective on partner dynamics and implementing Fair Play concepts at home

Dr. Welsh shares her personal pivot from Harvard faculty to private practice after being denied flexibility as a new mother, and how this led to her groundbreaking work with organizations to create parent-friendly policies.

Whether you're struggling with identity shifts, feeling pressure to "stay small," or seeking strategies to pursue your ambitions while being present for your family, this episode offers actionable insights for modern working mothers.

Join us, Tiffany and Alex, as we share our journey of turning an after-hours dream into a thriving podcast community - all while navigating our corporate careers.

In this milestone reflection episode, we're pulling back the curtain on what happens when two working mums decide to build something beyond their day jobs.

What ambitious mothers will learn: - How to start before you're "ready" (and why it works!) - Real strategies for building your side project after hours - Our biggest lessons from 41 episodes and countless late nights - The power of showing up consistently (even when tired!) - How to balance big career goals with bold personal dreams

📘 FREE DOWNLOAD: "Intentional Horizons: An Ambitious Mother's Guide to 2025"

31 days left of 2024! Time to reflect and plan with intention.

This guide includes: - Reflection frameworks for ambitious mothers - Strategic planning templates - Monthly touchstones - Your 2025 permission slip

Perfect for busy mums balancing big careers with present parenting.

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In this episode, we sit down with Elizabeth Willetts, who turned redundancy into her superpower by founding Investing in Women - a platform revolutionizing how family-friendly employers connect with talented professionals.

As a recruiter turned entrepreneur and mum of two, Elizabeth knows firsthand the challenges of balancing career ambitions with family life.

What You'll Get From This Episode:

• How to turn career setbacks into opportunities
• Practical tips for growing your career while being present for family
• The mindset shifts needed to build something meaningful
• Insider knowledge on spotting truly family-friendly employers
• Real talk about scaling a business as a mother
• Game-changing advice for finding fulfilling flexible work

Perfect for you if you're a mum looking to level up your career, return to work on your own terms, or start your own venture - all while prioritizing family.

Reading List:

• "Influence" - Robert Cialdini
• "Atomic Habits" - James Clear
• "Building a StoryBrand" - Donald Miller
• "10x Is Easier Than 2x" - Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy
• The 1-page Marketing Plan - Allan Dib

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  Coming Soon: "Flex" by Elizabeth Willetts (Jan 2025)

When life handed Oxford graduate and high-flying entrepreneur Leila Green triplets at 38, everything she knew about achievement, success, and self-worth got turned upside down. In this game-changing episode, Leila shares her radical transformation from perfectionist professional to revolutionary mom on a mission to crush mom guilt forever.

What You'll Learn:

• The exact 4-step model that helped Leila break free from mom guilt (and how you can too)
• Why being "never enough" is a lie your inner critic tells you - and how to shut it down
• Real strategies for setting boundaries at work without the guilt
• How to transform from self-sacrificing martyr to guilt-free, thriving mom
• Practical ways to trust your intuition over everyone else's "shoulds"

This isn't just another "you've got this, mama" pep talk. Leila brings actionable, proven strategies that helped her navigate premature triplets, career upheaval, and society's crushing expectations. Whether you're struggling with return-to-work guilt, feeling torn between career and kids, or simply exhausted from trying to do it all, this episode gives you the permission slip and practical tools you need to break free.

Ready to stop apologizing for being human and start thriving as both a mom and professional? This conversation is your first step!

Get ready to completely flip your perspective on what's possible as a working parent! In this episode we chat to Amy Lynch about how bringing her baby to a business event sparked a movement that's transforming workplace culture.

What You'll Learn:

• How to turn parenting "limitations" into professional advantages
• Practical strategies for integrating family life with career ambitions
• Real tactics for creating parent-friendly spaces in your workplace
• Step-by-step approach to building flexible work arrangements that work
• The mindset shifts that can transform your career trajectory as a parent

Whether you're a parent juggling career and family, a business leader aiming for more inclusive spaces, or someone passionate about workplace innovation, this episode delivers actionable insights to reshape your approach to work and life.

Stop apologizing for being a parent in professional spaces and start leading the change. Amy's journey from "accidental activist" to movement leader shows you exactly how it's done.