[Episode 66] Career-changer Charlotte English tells us about the incredible power of craft and the success she’s enjoying as a 'funky maker'

You return to work after maternity leave, get settled into the inevitable juggling act, and then you’re faced with the prospect of redundancy. You decide it’s the perfect time to take a career break to raise your child, and then, boom! Before you know it, the years have crept by, and you’re sat there with a big fat case of imposter syndrome, wondering if your skills are even relevant in today’s working world (they absolutely are, FYI). This is precisely the situation our guest on this w...

Om Podcasten

Redundancy, maternity leave, perimenopause, menopause, illness, caregiving for elderly parents. Sound familiar? If you're a women in midlife, chances are you've experienced one or more of these transitions and challenges. And chances are you've had to hit the pause button on your career. But does an interrupted career automatically mean your earning potential, career progression and skill set are negatively impacted? If you're struggling to get back into the workplace or you're trying to figure out what path is right for you after taking a career break - whether planned or not - Career Interrupted draws on the journeys of women who have faced career disruptions and emerged stronger than ever. Each weekly episode features candid conversations with resilient women who have navigated life's unexpected challenges and rebuilt their professional lives. Through these honest and engaging interviews, you'll gain valuable insights into the strategies, mindsets, and resources that have helped these women reclaim their careers and redefine success on their own terms. Whether you're currently facing a career interruption or simply seeking inspiration from women who've triumphed over adversity, Career Interrupted offers a wealth of wisdom, practical advice, and motivation to help you navigate your own professional journey. Join us as we celebrate the strength, adaptability, and determination of women who refuse to let life's interruptions define their careers or their worth.