BBC Caring Matters Week

Going solo after redundancy: Aqib Sheikh

Aqib Sheikh tells Harleen Nottay how he used his redundancy money to set up his own South Asian bridal and occasion-wear fashion business. The pair discuss why he decided to leave his former job, whether you need to be in London to work in fashion and what tips he has for people thinking of going it alone. Produced in Birmingham by Voxwave for BBC Asian Network.

Empowering businesswomen: Anisha Vasani

Anisha Vasani tells Harleen Nottay how she went from a career in journalism to becoming a bridal stylist and wedding consultant. Produced in Birmingham by Voxwave for BBC Asian Network.

The Parenting Coach: Aman Kaur

Aman Kaur tells Harleen Nottay how she used her personal experiences to become The Parenting Coach. The pair discuss how Aman is now dedicated to helping others, especially those in the South Asian community and hear why she focuses on helping people deal with childhood traumas, family relationships and emotional regulation. Produced in Birmingham by Voxwave for BBC Asian Network.

BBC Caring Matters Week

As part of BBC Caring Matters Week, Pav Kaur tells Harleen Nottay how she juggles being a make-up artist and full time carer to her daughter Amber, who has complex additional needs. Produced in Birmingham by Voxwave for BBC Asian Network.

Creating books for children: Sharika Chauhan

Sharika Chauhan chats to Harleen Nottay about how she went from working in finance, to self publishing her own set of children's books. The pair discuss how she created a travel-inspired series that brings together adventure, culture and representation, all through the eyes of a South Asian girl. Produced in Birmingham by Voxwave for BBC Asian Network.