Could job sharing be the game-changing solution for modern work-life balance? In this episode, we're joined by Melissa Nicholson, founder of WorkMuse and host of the Job Share Revolution podcast, to explore this underutilized yet powerful work practice. Melissa takes us through her personal journey, from working alongside a job share team in her early career, to creating her own job share after her first child was born, and then founding a company dedicated to educating others about this inno...

As my youngest son Alex is about to graduate high school, I reflect upon my silent, and unrecognized graduation as a parent in our local school district. With 3 kids, this is a role I've held for 21 years! In this episode, I reflect on the endings and beginnings that come with graduation, not only for our children, but also for us as moms. The spotlight is on the graduate, as it well should be, but a quiet reflection on the support we've provided them over the 13 years (K-12) to get to this m...

This week's episode is a recording from a live event I hosted on LinkedIn earlier this month when I reviewed 4 action steps to help you restart your career. We discuss the importance of getting clear on your career goals, along with exercises to help gain that clarity. There are multiple tips for both activating and expanding your network, practical considerations you'll want to consider, along with a multitude of resources to tap into, which are listed below. I've been on both sides of...

The topic for today's episode was inspired by my daughter who recently stumbled her way through a phone call with our veterinarian's office when we needed our dog's vaccination record emailed in time for her visit to the dog groomer. While her side of the call was a bit awkward, she got the result she needed.That phone call reminded me that whenever we step out of our comfort zone, it can feel awkward and messy at first. But, the more we practice showing up in new ways, the easier it be...

Have you ever stopped to consider the myriad tasks that unfold behind the scenes of our busy lives as mothers? This week on Her Next Chapters, I take a moment to reflect on the often-unseen world of "invisible labor" we contribute to our families. Things we do, both big and small, that we ourselves don't even recognize how important they are. As we head into new chapters in our lives, whether an empty nest or a new job, or both, taking an inventory of some of the amazing things we've don...

If you are returning to work after a significant career break of several years, there are some common resume mistakes that you'll want to avoid. As a career returner myself (13-years as a stay-at-home mom), I made these mistakes when I restarted my career a few years ago. Being in the unique position of both a job seeker with a career gap AND an HR/Recruiter, I have insights to share to help you on your return to work journey. I'm opening up 5 spots for resume reviews in May for $97. Int...

If you’ve been on a career break and are ready to land a job you love, you may be a good fit for my Career Comeback Coaching program (1:1 private coaching).This is for you if: ✅ You are ready to transition from staying at home with the kids to step back into work that fulfills you and lights you up! ✅ You want to learn from another stay-at-home-mom who created a successful career AND who just so happens to be a certified HR professional who knows EXACTLY what employers are looking f...

In a recent conversation with a stay-at-home mom who is ready to restart her career, I asked her why getting a job was important to her. Her answer initially surprised me, but after thinking about it, her answer 100% made sense. Having a job would mean she’d have friends. Our conversation reminded me how lonely being a full-time stay-at-home mom can be. In this episode, I explore how my social connections changed throughout the different parenting stages, from all-consuming infancy with sleep...

Hey moms re-entering the workforce! Nervous about that first day?This episode's for YOU! My guest Gabrielle Ferguson and I dish on how to rock those first weeks with confidence, thanks to returnship programs.We'll talk:Creating a welcoming work environment (think awesome manager training!)Beating imposter syndrome with support groups and workshopsReal-life success stories of moms who thrived in returnshipsHere's links to the resources we reviewed that can help you find your dream program.iRel...

If your next chapter includes landing a job you love after a career break, you'll want to listen to today's episode. An excellent way to get your career back on track is through a returnship. These are like internships, but are created for people with mid-level career experience rather than entry-level, and typically require at least a 2-year career break. If you are curious about returnships, also known as returner programs, you are in for a treat. I've invited Gabrielle Ferguson back to the...