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Welcome to the Career Change Maker Podcast, where we empower ambitious professionals to manage and grow their careers with confidence.
Hosted by Janine Esbrand, lawyer turned Career & Leadership Development Specialist, this podcast delivers actionable insights to help you navigate career progression, enhance your leadership skills, and make an impact in your current or future roles.
Each week, Janine provides career advancement strategies, leadership development tips, and practical advice to help you thrive at work. Drawing from her own experience transitioning from a corporate lawyer to leading her own company, Janine shares the tools and mindset shifts that can propel you forward. Plus, she interviews successful professionals who have navigated their own paths to career growth and fulfilment.
Whether you're aiming to elevate your position, step into leadership, or simply unlock more career satisfaction, this podcast is for you.
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Today, as part of the 30 Days of Q & A Series, I am sharing the best way to approach your job search. Get the full series of videos at lightboxcoaching.com/30-days-bundle Join the Careers Beyond Motherhood Community - facebook.com/groups/Careersbeyondmotherhood/ Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
How Can I Find A Flexible Role? People often wonder how they can find a role that is flexible enough to accommodate family commitments. Today I share the number 1 way to find flexible roles. Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text
In today's epsiode we will be discussing why we have changed the name of the podcast and what you can expect to hear over the coming weeks and months. Join me as I discuss the importance of getting clear on your post baby career vision. Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text
Returning to work after maternity leave / career break is a hot topic at the moment. Why? Because governments and organisations are realising that more needs to be done to retain talented professional women in the workforce. Taking part in a formal return to work program is great when you have had an extended career break. What about those turning to work after maternity leave? The transition can be tough and more women need to be supported through the process. In today's episode, we dive into t...
In this episode, I speak to Murphy Daley who is the founder of the pregnant professional. We talk about: - Stepping away from her corporate career to start a family. - The difficulties with navigating maternity rights - Writing a book as a resource for other mothers facing similar challenges - Taking control of your maternity leave process (especially when employers don't have it all together) pregnantprofessional.com lightboxcoaching.com/episode25 lightboxcoaching.com/smooth-return-course Conne...
I talk about flexibility in your legal career and three approaches you can take to move away from the traditional model for working life as a lawyer to a more flexible approach. For more assistance with mapping out your plan for achieving more flexibility, register your interest for The Smooth Return Course. We get started on 29 October 2017. lightboxcoaching.com/smooth-return-course Email me: janine@lightboxcoaching.com Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
Caroline Flanagan shares what it means to "Have it All" as a woman. She is an ex-lawyer and fellow coach who is dedicated to helping women to figure out how to have fulfilling lives whilst still having their career. We discuss unplanned her unplanned pregnancy, saying no to perfection, being intentional with your boundaries and being a mother of 4. **** Access my free resource library lightboxcoaching.com/resourcelibrary Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
Diversity in the Law I speak to Funked Abimbola MBE about her journey into the law and the challenges she came up against in the early years. She made 150 cold calls in a 2 week period to secure her first legal role. She shares how clear boundaries are key to her managing her life as a lawyer, mother, public speaker, board member and so much more. Join the Being More Than A Lawyer Facebook Group facebook.com/groups/1661452927501524/ Sign up to the free resource library lightboxcoaching.com/resou...
Janine Esbrand: Career Advice I Work-Life Balance I Motherhood I We are kicking season 2 off with a round-up of the top tips for integrating work and family life from Season 1 guests. Figuring out how best to balance all the different elements of work and family life can be challenging, and even more so when you try and figure it out alone. Be encouraged and inspired by the experiences of others. GET ACCESS TO MY FREE RESOURCE LIBRARY FOR LAWYERS - bit.ly/libraryforlawyers DO YOU HAVE A MOMENT T...
On today’s episode I speak to Jayne Backett, a partner at international law firm Fieldfisher and mother of two. She shares with us her journey to becoming a mother and her recent promotion to partnership. Our conversation offers great insight to anyone wanting to work towards partnership whilst raising a family. Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
In today's episode, I speak to Lulu Minns of Advocate My Success about her journey from being on the partnership track to running her own business. We discuss making tough career decisions, being true to yourself, equality in the legal profession, collaborating instead of competing, building your network and more. To connect with or learn more about Lulu head over to lightboxcoaching.com/episode19 for the link to her website. Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
On today’s show. I talk to a lovely mum called Robin Kergerise about what it means to job craft. We talk about how to create a role that works for you in your current stage of life. We discuss how you to deal with having an identity crisis in motherhood, ways to explore alternative career options and more. Join us and learn about how she gained more autonomy and control over her work day. Head over to lightboxcoaching.com /episode18 to connect with Robin and find out more about her. Click to vie...
In today's episode I speak to Alex Bigwarfe of Write.Publish.Sell about how to write a book and enhance your profile as a lawyer. We talk about leveraging your writing skills to reach more clients and the steps you should take to get your book idea out of your head and onto the page. Writing a book is on many a bucket list, so join us as we discuss how you can become an author. It is easier than you might think. Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
In today's episode we are reflecting on the past year; the highs, the lows, the things we enjoyed, the things we learned. Looking back over the year helps to focus our minds as we prepare to enter into 2017. It is so useful to look back before setting your goals for the future. Join me as I share 10 reflective questions that will help to structure that all important reflection time. Visit lightboxcoaching.com/episode16 to get the 10 questions. Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
In today's Episode, I speak to my friend and fellow lawyer Okeoma Moronu about being a happy lawyer. She is a corporate lawyer and mother who recently launched The Happy Lawyer Project Podcast. We discuss managing her corporate lawyer career since becoming a mother and how she has found her happy place as a lawyer. Check out the show notes at lightboxcoaching.com/epsiode15 It would be great if you could take a minute to leave a review on i-tunes so that more women just like you can hear the show...
In today's episode, I speak to Autumn Witt Boyd. She is a lawyer for creative entrepreneurs and she shares with us her journey to setting up her own firm after becoming a mother. When she couldn't find a job that would allow her the flexibility she wanted, she decided to go out on her own. If you have ever wondered what it would be like to set up your own firm, you do not want to miss this episode. Head over to lightboxcoaching.com/episode14 for the show notes for this episode Click to view: sho...
In today's episode I speak to Tara Clancy of Nurturing Literacy. We talk about a range of topics including why it is important to read with your children from a young age right through to teenage years, having the courage to get divorced, becoming a single parent, finding your genius, facing fears and making difficult decisions. Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
In today's episode, I talk about a book called 'Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead' by Sheryl Sandberg. This book encourages women to become leaders and shares great insight on how to make an impact in your career as a working mother. I will be highlighting three useful tips from the book that will have a positive impact on your career journey. Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
In today's episode I speak to an amazing woman of God, Entrice Rowe. She is a mother of four and a family / relationship coach. We talk about the power of faith, successfully navigating life transitions, raising a large family, staying connected with your spouse and a whole lot more. You can find out more about Entrice at entricerowe.com Access the show notes at lightboxcoaching.com/episode11 Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
In today's episode I have a guest co-host on the show, Angie Bryan from Mindful Mama. We interview an awesome mother of twins, Sunit Suchdev who shares with us the importance of taking care of yourself after you become a mother. We talk about self-care, infertility, parenting multiples, working as a team and a whole lot more. Access the show notes at lightboxcoaching.com/episode10 Learn more about Sunit at moderntwinmom.com . Learn more about Angie at mindfulmamma.co.uk/angie-bryan/ Click to vie...
In this episode, I talk about how to deal with rejection in both motherhood and your career. I share actionable tips that you can apply next time you experience rejection. I also invite you to attend my upcoming Free Webinar How to Have Post-Baby Career Success on Wednesday 12 October 2016 at 8pm (GMT). Sign up at bit.ly/careerafterbaby Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
In today's show I speak to ex-corporate banker Marlene Abuah who left her corporate career to build her brand as a hair stylist and entrepreneur. We talk about being true to yourself motherhood, working alongside your spouse, relationships, cute babies, sex and more. If you are thinking about leaving your corporate job since becoming a mum, this show is for you. I also invite you to my upcoming webinar on 12 October 2016 "How to have post baby career success". Sign up at lightboxcoaching.com/epi...
In this episode I speak to mother of four, Kelsey Van Kirk. We talk about the importance of building a network as women and mothers, being intentional about your career goals and getting clear on your core values. If you have thought about taking a career break or becoming a stay at home mum, this conversation is going to give you great insight and a dose of inspiration. Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
In this episode, I am talking about the one thing you need to consider when preparing for career success. I talk about how you can ensure that your career goals are aligned with the other important elements of your life. Join me as I share how getting clear on your personal definition of success can be the gateway to having a truly fulfilling career. Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
In this episode Katy Jay from momhabits.com talks about how busy career women and mums can use automation to reduce stress and manage their time more effectively. Katy talks about how taking a systemised approach to things like choosing your outfit for the day can be a "game changer" and save you so much time. Katy also shares how challenging she found motherhood in the early days. If you are trying to figure out how to manage your full life more effectively this episode is for you. Click to vie...
In this episode Marissa Lawton of the The Riss Lawton Company talks to us about our most valuable resource...TIME! She has a unique approach to time management that you do not want to miss. Marissa talks about how busy working mums can find time in their schedule for things that they love. She also talks about her journey into motherhood and the challenges she faced as she experienced post-natal depression and nurtured her daughter through some health issues when she was an infant. If time seems...
In today's episode Danielle Roberts of The Legacy Creative Company shares who she juggles running her business and being a mum of 3. Danielle talks about how effective planning and setting boundaries allows her to meet client demands and her family needs. She also shares how she transitioned from her navy career and the career challenges that led her to entrepreneurship. If you have ever thought about switching careers this episode is for you. Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
Welcome to the first episode of the More Than a Lawyer Podcast. A podcast for lawyer mums who want to build a successful legal career whilst raising a family. In today's episode you will meet the host of the show and learn about how skills you developed in your legal career can help you in motherhood. Click to view: show page on Awesound Send us a text...
