Motherhood, Identity and Career - Who am I Now?

Motherhood, Identity and Career - Who am I Now?

Motherhood is often described as one of life's most beautiful transitions, but what happens when it changes how you see yourself? In this episode of Sunset Memos, we explore the often-unspoken identity shift that many women experience after becoming mothers. From navigating career pauses and rebuilding confidence to balancing ambition with the realities of motherhood, we unpack the emotional and professional journey of finding yourself again. Joined by a therapist, we have an honest conversation about self-abandonment, guilt, changing priorities, professional growth, and the pressure many women feel to "bounce back" after childbirth. Together, we explore: • Why motherhood can feel like a loss of identity for some women • The impact of motherhood on confidence and career progression • How to navigate feelings of falling behind professionally • The tension between ambition and motherhood • Practical ways to reconnect with yourself and rebuild career momentum • The role of community, support systems, and self-compassion during this season Whether you're a new mother, a seasoned parent, or simply navigating a season of transition, this episode offers reassurance that while motherhood may change you, it does not diminish your potential. Because the question isn't whether motherhood changes who you are. It's how you learn to embrace who you're becoming. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation. #SunsetMemos #ForWomenInCorporate

Building A Career In Tech & Digital Marketing While The Industry Keeps Evolving

In this episode, we sit down with Joan , a tech professional, digital marketer, and host of Tech It From Me Podcast for an honest conversation about navigating one of the fastest-changing industries today. From adapting to the constant evolution of digital media and technology to building a career in spaces that never stop moving, Joan shares the realities many professionals and businesses are currently facing behind the scenes. We explore: • the pressure of staying relevant in digital spaces • the opportunities emerging through AI and automation • the challenges professionals experience in tech and media • how businesses can use AI more intentionally to improve systems, visibility, and productivity • and practical ways brands can stop feeling “stuck” in today’s digital landscape This conversation is not about hype. It is about learning how to adapt, think strategically, and grow within industries that continue to evolve in real time. Whether you are a creative, entrepreneur, marketer, founder, or professional trying to navigate the future of work, this episode offers valuable perspective on what sustainable growth looks like in the digital era.

Leading with service: Technology, People & Global Impact

In this powerful Season 3 - Women in Tech series, we sit down with Akpobome Oghale, a leader in IT Services & Operations Management, to unpack what it truly means to rise, lead, and redefine success in male-dominated spaces. From being the only African woman in the room to navigating industries where women are often overlooked, she shares her journey of resilience, confidence, and stepping fully into her power. In one defining moment, she recalls being mistaken for support staff and asked to serve tea in a boardroom she had convened only to later take her rightful place at the head of the table and lead the meeting with excellence. This episode is a reminder that: You don’t shrink to fit the room you rise and redefine it. 🎧 Tune in and step into the room differently.

Breaking Barriers and Shaping Systems: The Rise of Malawi’s First ICT Lawyer

In this powerful episode of Sunset Memos for Women in Corporate, we sit down with Zani a trailblazer who has redefined what it means to lead, influence, and build impact in a highly specialized field. As the first ICT lawyer in Malawi, Zani has been at the forefront of shaping critical legal frameworks in the country’s technology space contributing to policies and laws that continue to influence the industry today. But her journey did not begin at the top. Zani shares what it truly took to rise from starting out as a junior officer to becoming one of the most influential legal professionals in her field. She opens up about navigating spaces where she was often the only woman, the lessons she learned along the way, and the resilience required to keep pushing forward. One of the most powerful takeaways from this conversation is this: never underestimate your value no matter where you are in your career. Because even in her early roles, Zani made meaningful contributions that set the foundation for her growth and influence. If you’ve ever felt overlooked, underestimated, or unsure of your impact this conversation will remind you that your position does not limit your potential.

How to Navigate New Work Environments with Confidence and Intention

Stepping into a new work environment can feel overwhelming new people, new expectations, and the quiet pressure to prove yourself. In this episode of Sunset Memos for Women in Corporate, we sit down with a Ibi Kiyomi, a great woman in Tech, who has worked across different countries and cultures, sharing what it really takes to adapt and thrive in unfamiliar spaces. From doing your research and investing in continuous learning, to observing, listening, and learning from those around you this conversation is a powerful reminder that growth often requires stepping into the unknown. Whether you’re starting a new job, transitioning roles, or finding your footing in a new environment, this episode will give you practical insights and the confidence to navigate it with intention. Because sometimes, it’s not about changing who you are it’s about learning how to show up, wherever you are.