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Big Careers, Small Children

Leaders Plus
Work-Life Balance
Career Progression
Gender Equality
Flexible Working
Gender Inequality
Parenting
Workplace Culture
Parenthood
Leadership
Parental Leave
Covid-19
Mental Load
Intuition
Fear
Leadership Development
Meetings
Work Style
Mentorship
Career Development
Childcare

Big Careers Small Children helps ambitious parents progress careers they love whilst being present with their children. Through honest and informal conversation, senior leaders divulge what they have learnt on their own journey of combining big careers with young children to our host Verena Hefti MBE. Expect lots of aha moments, inspiration, fresh ideas, and practical support, so you can move forw... more

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In this honest and inspiring episode of the Big Careers, Small Children podcast, Verena Hefti MBE speaks with Heather Blundell, UK CEO at Grayling, and mum of two young boys.

Heather shares her personal journey of combining ambitious leadership with... more

In this episode of Big Careers, Small Children, part of our brand-new Series 16, Verena Hefti MBE speaks with Jess and Darryl Abelscroft about how they navigated shared parental leave and what they learned along the way.

Jessica Abelscroft, Director... more

In this forward-thinking episode of the Big Careers, Small Children podcast, Verena Hefti MBE speaks with Dominic Holmes, Employment Law Partner at Kilgannon Law and Leaders Plus mentor.

Dominic shares his expert insights on the evolving landscape o... more

In this inspiring episode of the Big Careers, Small Children podcast, Verena Hefti MBE speaks with Rebecca Brosnan, CEO and Founder of The Halo Planner, and Non-Executive Director across several listed and non-profit organisations.

Rebecca shares he... more

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Recent Guests

Heather Blundell
UK CEO for Grayling Communications, a specialist PR public affairs agency.
Grayling Communications
Episode: {CEO Series} Heather Blundell - How to Navigate Leadership While Raising Young Children
Dominic Holmes
Employment law partner and Leaders Plus mentor
Kilgannon Law
Episode: [Future Of Work] Dominic Holmes - How Flexible Working Will Redefine Success and Efficiency at Work
Rebecca Brosnan
CEO and founder of The Halo Planner, board member of Taylor Maritime Investments, and director at Citibank Bangladesh.
The Halo Planner
Episode: {CEO Series} Rebecca Brosnan - How Strategic Planning Can Help You Build a High-Impact Career and Family Life
Louise Donaghey
Group Head of Engines for International Airlines Group
International Airlines Group
Episode: Louise Donaghey FRAeS - How to Lead with Strength and Vulnerability as a Breadwinner Parent
Dr. Nara Daubeney
CEO of a UK-based biotech company and an ENT surgeon with a focus on autoimmunity
Biotech Company
Episode: {CEO Series} Dr Nara Daubeney - How To Let Go of Guilt and Redefine Success as a Working Parent
Nadia Bunyan
Director of People and Impact at Global Witness, focusing on climate justice.
Global Witness
Episode: Nadia Bunyan MCIPD & Tatiana Pignon - How to Successfully Implement a 4-Day Week Without Sacrificing Impact
Tatiana Pignon
Associate Director at the Autonomy Institute, specializing in workplace transformation.
Autonomy Institute
Episode: Nadia Bunyan MCIPD & Tatiana Pignon - How to Successfully Implement a 4-Day Week Without Sacrificing Impact
Joanna Taylor
Life sciences consultant with nearly 20 years of experience
Life Sciences Industry
Episode: Jo Taylor & John Pyle - International Careers & Parenthood: How to Thrive When Pursuing a Global Career and Raising a Family
John Pyle
Retired finance and accountancy professional with over 40 years in the oil industry
Oil Industry
Episode: Jo Taylor & John Pyle - International Careers & Parenthood: How to Thrive When Pursuing a Global Career and Raising a Family

Host

Verena Hefti
Host of the Big Careers, Small Children podcast, offering insights from her experiences and conversations with senior leaders about balancing work and family life.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 113 ratings
  • A powerful resource

    This podcast has been an amazing resource! I often feel alone in trying to navigate a career and parenthood. It’s really uplifting, helpful and empowering listening to others who have juggled both. I feel seen and connected.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GLW039
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Insightful and data driven conversation

    I love that Verena gets into the “why” with her guests in order to identify solutions that work for working parents and their employers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kahpyt
    United States2 years ago
  • Favourite podcast

    Thank you so much for starting this podcast - it’s my favourite to feel empowered both in my career and as a mother :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rachk88
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Just what I needed to hear

    I stumbled upon your podcast today and very grateful for this. I’m on my third maternity leave in 6 years and have faced an uphill battle at times convincing people that I can still be ambitious in my career while my children are little. Having devoured 2 episodes back to back, I now realise that I had started to believe the doubters and was anxious that I won’t be able to make it work again, with this third child in the mix. I’m off to carve out some time to listen to all the episodes I’ve miss... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tiredmummyofgorgeousboys
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Interesting speakers & great content

    I always find Verena’s guests inspiring & super practical. Great resource for working parents & those in leadership roles too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamW1967
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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The discussions often lead to 'aha' moments that inspire action and self-reflection on work-life balance.
Overall, the podcast receives commendations for fostering a supportive community for ambitious parents.
The conversational style of the podcast is praised for making complex topics accessible and engaging.
Many listeners express that the content resonates deeply with their experiences as working parents.
Listeners appreciate the practical insights and relatable stories shared by guests, finding them empowering and uplifting.

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{CEO Series} Heather Blundell - How to Navigate Leadership While Raising Young Children
Q: What would be two or three things they could do this week to start putting them on the right path?
Enhance maternity and paternity policies and be positive about the joys of parenthood.
Jess & Darryl Abelscroft - How to Navigate Shared Parental Leave
Q: Jess, in hindsight, what's been the impact on your career, and also, I guess, your happiness?
I'm 100% glad that I did it. It was foundational for our parenting setup and our children's perceptions of parenting.
Jess & Darryl Abelscroft - How to Navigate Shared Parental Leave
Q: Darryl, was it always clear to you that this was something you were going to try to do?
Yes, we always had the intention of being very involved in parenting and not having one of us as a full-time parent.
{CEO Series} Rebecca Brosnan - How Strategic Planning Can Help You Build a High-Impact Career and Family Life
Q: What makes you do it? Why not just enjoy your next lifestyle and be very active in your kids' school?
Brosnan expresses that she loves working and finds purpose in her career while bringing best practices to her organizations.
{CEO Series} Rebecca Brosnan - How Strategic Planning Can Help You Build a High-Impact Career and Family Life
Q: Can you share with our listeners one thing you used to subscribe to about combining a big career with young children that you don't believe in anymore?
Brosnan reflects on underestimating the emotional bond and the overwhelming desire to be present with her children, which led her to adjust her career decisions.

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This engaging podcast focuses on the experiences of ambitious parents navigating the challenges of balancing successful careers with family life. Through informal and insightful conversations with senior leaders, listeners gain valuable perspectives on how to effectively juggle professional aspirations and parenting responsibilities. Noteworthy themes include strategic career planning, the importance of flexible working arrangements, and the necessity of support networks for working parents. The discussions often provide practical tips and emotional encouragement for those feeling torn between their ambitions and their roles as caregivers.

Listeners can expect a wealth of inspiration and actionable advice from guests representing diverse in... more

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1. Heather Blundell
2. Dominic Holmes
3. Rebecca Brosnan
4. Louise Donaghey
5. Dr. Nara Daubeney
6. Nadia Bunyan
7. Tatiana Pignon
8. Joanna Taylor

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