The Half-Year Career Reset: Part 1, Where Am I Now?

The Half-Year Career Reset: Part 1, Where Am I Now?

It's 1st July, the halfway point of the year, and the end of H1. Which means it's the perfect time to stop, reflect, and take an honest look at where your goals, whether professional or personal, are really heading. Before you think about being better at your job, promotions, changing jobs, starting a new project or setting new career goals, there's one thing you need to do first: an honest stock check. Because most of us spend so much time delivering, performing and chasing the next milestone that we never stop to ask whether we're still on the path we actually wanted. That's why, in this episode, we're pressing pause. Together, we'll work through the questions that matter to find out where you're at now, so you can work out where to go next. Whether you're feeling stuck at work, burnt out, thinking about changing jobs, or simply wondering what's next for your life, this episode is your starting point. This is Part 1 of a four-part Half-Year Career Reset series, designed to help you reset your career, get clear on what you want, and make intentional decisions for the second half of the year. And no-that doesnt mean it's about getting a new job or making big moves, it could simply be at being still or maximising impact where you are. Follow Office Real Talk and join us every Wednesday in July as we work through the complete Half-Year Career Reset. Let's Do the damn thing!

The lies we're told about success and relationships

Success can open doors, but nobody talks enough about what it asks from us in return. And this week on Office Real Talk, Tas shares the lessons she's learned about ambition, friendships, family, and relationships throughout her corporate career. So if you've ever worried that success comes at the expense of the people you love, felt guilty for switching off, or wondered whether ambitious women are expected to make themselves smaller to be loved, this episode is for you. Expect real talk on: 🎙️ How to balance your personal and professional life without sacrificing either 🎙️ Your relationship with colleagues as your career progresses 🎙️ Why you should never shrink yourself to make others comfortable Whether you're building your career, navigating changing friendships, or trying to create a life where ambition and relationships can coexist, this episode will bring all the relationships and corporate advice nobody says out loud. New episodes every Wednesday. Follow along to unpack more of the corporate rules nobody says out loud.

Everything I learnt from navigating toxic work culture

Toxic workplace culture is one of the biggest reasons people leave jobs. And this week on Office Real Talk, Tas shares her lived experience of navigating these toxic work cultures throughout her corporate career. This is an honest conversation about the signs of a toxic workplace, why so many talented people stay longer than they should, and how to finally walk away. So if you've ever found yourself wondering whether it's you or the culture, whether things will eventually improve, or whether leaving would mean you've failed, this episode is for you. Expect real talk on: 🎙️ Why toxic environments change you faster than you can change them 🎙️ The hidden cost of staying for the salary, promotion, or job title 🎙️ How workplace toxicity impacts confidence, relationships, and mental health 🎙️ Two very different ways Tas left toxic work environments and what she learned from both Whether you're navigating a difficult workplace, considering a career move, or just want to understand how culture shapes our careers, this episode contains all the corporate advice nobody says out loud. New episodes every Wednesday. Follow along to unpack more of the corporate rules nobody says out loud.

We need to talk about being a woman in corporate

As part of the lived experience series, Tas is getting candid about identity, life, and corporate culture. And episode two is all about being a woman in corporate. What is it actually like to be a woman in the corporate world in 2026? Have we made real progress, or are we still being held to unfair standards and judged on our personalities instead of the quality of our work? This one’s for anyone who’s ever been asked to take notes when it’s not their job. For anyone who is handed extra administrative tasks or social event planning before their male counterparts. For anyone who has had their success discredited because they’re one of the only women at the table. For anyone who has been given a hard time after mat leave. It’s still happening, and we need to talk about it. Expect real talk on: 🎙️ The feedback loop that disproportionately impacts women in corporate 🎙️ Real examples of everyday sexism faced by Tas across her career 🎙️ How to best understand the issues, so we can better protect ourselves. New episodes every Wednesday. Follow along to unpack the corporate rules nobody says out loud. P.S. my virtual masterclass, How to Unstick Your Career is available on demand now. In the 90-minute session, I’ll help you work through a practical framework to figure out what you actually want next, and how to move towards it intentionally. Download it here [https://payhip.com/b/gzmGO].

What’s it actually like to be a brown woman in corporate?

What’s it actually like to be a brown woman in corporate? This week’s episode of Office Real Talk is a little different. As part of the lived experience series, Tas is getting candid about identity, life, and corporate culture. And episode one is all about race. What is it actually like to be an ethnic minority in the corporate world in 2026? From being held to different standards, to feeling like you have to work twice as hard to be taken seriously, to navigating the rise in racist rhetoric across the UK, this is a difficult conversation, but it’s one that needs having. So whether you’re part of a minority group yourself, and you want to learn more about navigating corporate when the system doesn't favour you (whatever your background), or you simply want to better understand the realities many people are navigating every day at work, I’d really encourage you to lean in and listen to this one. Expect real talk on: 🎙️ The emotional impact of navigating racism while trying to maintain professionalism 🎙️ The hidden, unpaid labour of DEI and belonging work 🎙️ Advice for protecting yourself, your confidence, and for navigating these environments If this episode makes even one person feel seen, validated, or less alone, then it was worth having the conversation. New episodes every Wednesday. Follow along to unpack the corporate rules nobody says out loud.