Boss Mom Era

Ep 13: The '3 hour mum'

In this episode, I unpack the controversy around the viral '3 hour mum' conversation sparked by Emma Grede - and why I think the internet completely missed the deeper issue underneath it. What does it really mean to be a 'good mother' in modern life? Because the debate was never really about hours. It was about: - Mum guilt - Emotional labour - Ambition x motherhood - Burnout - Boundaries - and the pressure women feel to constantly prove their love through sacrifice and exhaustion. As a working mum myself, I share my honest thoughts on why so many ambitious mothers feel emotionally torn between career success and being present with their children - and while being physically available 24/7 does not automatically equal better parenting. If you've ever felt guilty for working, wanting more for yourself, needing space, or trying to balance ambition with motherhood.. this episode is for you. - I'm a life coach for ambitious working mums, supporting them to reduce the mum guilt, overwhelm and emotional exhaustion, by setting strong boundaries and teaching techniques to enable you to have the confidence, clarity and feel more energised to level up in your career or business. I also work directly with organisations to retain and empower their maternity returners. Visit my website [www.coachingcorporatereturners.com] or socials for more information. kirsten@bossmom-coaching.com

Ep 12: Stop waiting to feel ready

When was the last time you truly put yourself forward - without overthinking it, second guessing yourself, or waiting until you felt 'ready'? In this episode, I'm diving into the quiet ways so many women - especially working mums and maternity returners - learn to hold themselves back. From rejection and being overlooked, to confidence shifts after maternity leave, we unpack the moments that taught us to stop backing ourselves.. and how to start changing that narrative. We talk about: - Why staying small feels safe - but actually costs you more - The hidden impact of self-doubt and hesitation on your career and identity - How maternity leave can quietly shift your confidence -Why readiness is not a prerequisite - it's a result of ACTION This episode is your reminder that you are not behind, you are not too late, and you do not need to earn your place back. If this episode resonates and you're ready to build confidence, create momentum, and step fully into your next level in career or business, get in touch and email: kirsten@bossmom-coaching.com for a complimentary consultation or suggest a topic for the next podcast episode. Or visit my website: coachingcorporatereturners.com Instagram DM: Boss.Mom.Coaching Remember ladies - this is your Boss Mom Era.

Ep 11: When you stop hiding being a mum at work

After returning from maternity leave, I was determined to prove nothing had changed. I overworked, overperformed and hid thee fact that I had a life - and a child - outside of work. On paper, it was working. But behind the scenes, it was costing me more than I realised. In this episode I share: - What it really looked like to work like I wasn't a mum - The moment that made me question everything - The unexpected shift that changed how I show up at work - Why maternity leave can make you more capable - not less - How to stop performing and start owning your value - A practical challenge you can try this week We also tackle the real concerns - bias, workplace culture, and the motherhood penalty - without sugarcoating them. If you've ever felt like you need to hide part of yourself to be taken seriously, this episode is for you. Find out more about what I do, here. [www.coachingcorporatereturners.com] And visit my socials @boss.mom.coaching on tiktok and instaram. Got a suggestion for the next topic of the pod? Email Kirsten@coachingcorporatereturners.com

Ep 10: What Coaching REALLY is

In today's episode, I'm diving into something I once completely misunderstood - life coaching. Before discovering it myself, I assumed coaching was just about someone telling you how to live your life better. But the reality? It's far more powerful than that. I break down what coaching actually is (and what it's not), the key differences between coaching and therapy and how coaching helps you move from simply coping... to truly thriving. We'll talk about: - How coaching shifts your thinking, not just your actions - Why awareness is the key to getting unstuck - What makes a great life coach and what to look for - Why coaching is a game-changer for working mums - The real cost of staying stuck in overthinking and self-doubt - Why information alone doesn't create transformation - The unexpected ripple effects coaching has on your career, confidence and home life I also explore why organisations should be investing in coaching for mothers - not just as a 'nice to have,' but as a strategic advantage for retention, performance and culture. This episode isn't about fixing you. It's about unblocking what's already there. Welcome to your Boss. Mom. Era. Find out more at my website. [www.coachingcorporatereturners.com]

Ep 9: When you're the only mum on your team

If you've ever been the only mum on the room at work - this episode is for you. This episode will help you move from self-doubt to self-trust and start owning your space at work in a way that actually works for your life. Even if no one says it out loud, it can feel like you're operating under a microscope. In this episode, we look at: - Why being the only on your team can feel so heavy - The hidden pressure of self-monitoring, over compensating and 'representing' all mums - How motherhood actually strengthens your leadership, focus and efficiency - Practical steps to rebuild confidence and show up without overproving Because here's the truth: You're not struggling because you're not capable. You're navigating a system that wasn't designed with you in mind. And when you shift how you see yourself - everything changes. - I help career moms excel at work and lead a fulfilled, family life and support organisations to retain and empower their maternity returners. If you want to find out more about how I can help you or your organisation, visit my website at www.coachingcorporatereturners.com [www.coachingcorporatereturners.com] And if you want me to talk about a specific topic you're struggling with in a future episode - email me at kirsten@coachingcorporatereturners.com Remember - this is YOUR Boss. Mom. Era.