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Big Careers, Small Children

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  • 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 forward in your career in a way that works for you and your family.This podcast is hosted by our social enterprise Leaders Plus. We believe that no parent should have to choose between progressing the career they love and enjoying their young children. Through the Big Careers, Small Children podcast and our award-winning Fellowship Programme, we have supported thousands of Leaders with young children to make brave decisions about their future. We unapologetically help more mums (and dads with significant caring responsibilities) to get to senior leadership positions, because only by helping parents to progress their career can we have true gender equality at the top and address the gender pay gap.Be part of our positive movement for change and sign up to receive our informative monthly emails at www.leadersplus.org.uk/newsletterWe hope you enjoy listening to our podcast and invite you to follow us on social media @leaders_plus #BigCareersSmallChildren
    © 2023 Big Careers, Small Children
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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 forward in your career in a way that works for you and your family.This podcast is hosted by our social enterprise Leaders Plus. We believe that no parent should have to choose between progressing the career they love and enjoying their young children. Through the Big Careers, Small Children podcast and our award-winning Fellowship Programme, we have supported thousands of Leaders with young children to make brave decisions about their future. We unapologetically help more mums (and dads with significant caring responsibilities) to get to senior leadership positions, because only by helping parents to progress their career can we have true gender equality at the top and address the gender pay gap.Be part of our positive movement for change and sign up to receive our informative monthly emails at www.leadersplus.org.uk/newsletterWe hope you enjoy listening to our podcast and invite you to follow us on social media @leaders_plus #BigCareersSmallChildren
© 2023 Big Careers, Small Children
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  • (C-Suite Series) Sylwia Wolos - Leaders Plus Senior Leader Mentor on How to Thrive in a C-Suite Role While Raising a Family
    2025/01/30

    In this episode of the Big Careers, Small Children podcast, Verena Hefti MBE speaks with Sylwia Wołos, Chief Strategy Officer at Ground Truth Intelligence and a Senior Leader Mentor on the Leaders Plus Fellowship Programme.

    Sylwia shares her inspiring journey of building a successful career in the demanding field of risk management and compliance while raising three children. She discusses the challenges of navigating the C-suite as a working parent, tackling gender inequality in senior leadership, and breaking the stigma around balancing ambitious careers with family life.

    Together, they explore:

    • How Sylwia’s upbringing in Poland fuelled her passion for combating financial crime and corruption.
    • Practical strategies for managing priorities and setting boundaries as a senior leader and parent.
    • The importance of rethinking success and adapting career goals to align with personal values.
    • Why parents shouldn’t apologise for balancing family and work responsibilities.
    • Tips for effective networking, even as an introvert, and the transformative impact of mentoring.

    This heartfelt and insightful conversation offers valuable advice for ambitious working parents striving to progress their careers while prioritising their families.

    We hope you enjoy the episode!

    In this episode, you will learn:

    • How to lead with compassion and embrace flexibility as a parent and leader.
    • The significance of redefining success and pursuing a career on your own terms.
    • Why mentoring is beneficial for both mentors and mentees.

    Show Notes:

    • Connect with Sylwia Wołos via her LinkedIn Profile.
    • Learn more about the Leaders Plus: Big Careers, Small Children podcast and explore additional resources at leadersplus.org.
    • Follow Leaders Plus on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Bluesky.
    • Connect with our CEO, Verena Hefti MBE on LinkedIn.
    • Find out more about the work of Leaders Plus by signing up to our Newsletter.

    Our multi-award-winning Leaders Plus Fellowships support parents committed to career growth while enjoying family life. Expertly designed to keep parents on the leadership path, our programme tackles gender pay gap issues and empowers parents to thrive. Learn more here: Leaders Plus Fellowship.

    More BCSC episodes you might love:

    • {CEO Series} Polly Neate - How to Find Purpose in Your Work
    • {CEO Series} Laura Citron – Why the CEO Role is Perfect for Working Parents

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  • (C-Suite Series) Verena Hefti MBE - Celebrating 200 Episodes: The Journey of Leaders Plus and How to Navigate Career Progression for Working Parents
    2025/01/23

    In this special 200th episode of the Big Careers, Small Children podcast, our Programme and Impact Manager, Helen Fraser, takes the interviewer’s seat to chat with Leaders Plus Founder and CEO, Verena Hefti MBE. Verena reflects on the journey of starting Leaders Plus, the lessons learned from interviewing 199 inspiring guests, and the challenges and triumphs of combining an ambitious career with family life.

    In this candid conversation, Verena shares how her own experiences of returning to work after maternity leave led her to create an award-winning social enterprise that supports working parents to progress their careers without sacrificing family life. She discusses the importance of role models, the challenges of setting boundaries, and how Leaders Plus is driving real change in the workplace.

    In this episode, you will learn:

    • How Leaders Plus was founded and the impact it has had on working parents.
    • The challenges working parents face in progressing their careers and how to overcome them.
    • The power of setting boundaries and finding a balance that works for you.
    • Practical tips for combining career progression with family commitments.
    • How Leaders Plus is shaping employer policies and driving cultural change for parents in leadership.

    Verena also reflects on receiving an MBE, what it means for the organisation, and the importance of focusing on purpose-driven leadership.

    We hope you enjoy this milestone episode!

    Show Notes:

    Our multi-award-winning Leaders Plus Fellowships support parents committed to career growth while enjoying family life. Expertly designed to keep parents on the leadership path, our programme tackles gender pay gap issues and empowers parents to thrive. Learn more here: Leaders Plus Fellowship.

    • Learn more about the Leaders Plus: Big Careers, Small Children podcast and explore additional resources at leadersplus.org.
    • Follow Leaders Plus on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Bluesky.
    • Connect with our CEO, Verena Hefti MBE on LinkedIn.
    • Find out more about the work of Leaders Plus by signing up to our Newsletter.

    More BCSC episodes we think you'll love:

    • Episode 199: (C-Suite Series) Elizabeth Willetts - How to Break the Glass Ceiling While Juggling Career Ambitions and Parenthood
    • Paul J. Sullivan – How to Become a Lead Dad & Parent Out Loudly

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  • (C-Suite Series) Elizabeth Willetts - How to Break the Glass Ceiling While Juggling Career Ambitions and Parenthood
    2025/01/16

    Are you ready to redefine career success while raising a family?

    In the first episode of the C-Suite series, Verena Hefti MBE speaks with Elizabeth Willetts, Founder of Investing in Women and author of the upcoming book Flex: Smart Strategies to Build A Successful Career Around Your Life. With over 17 years of recruitment experience, Elizabeth is passionate about empowering professionals to find fulfilling, flexible, and part-time work that fits their lives, and helps close the gender pay gap.

    Elizabeth shares her insights on how flexible work can unlock opportunities for ambitious parents, why intentional time management is a game-changer, and how to stand out in the job market with a CV that shines, even in the era of AI.

    This practical and inspiring conversation is perfect for anyone navigating the challenges of combining a high-powered career with parenthood.

    We hope you enjoy the episode!

    Show Notes:

    • Elizabeth’s book, Flex, is out in January 2025.
    • Connect with Elizabeth Willetts via her LinkedIn Profile, LinkedIn Page, and Instagram, and explore her work at Investing in Women.
    • Learn how flexible work options are reshaping the future for professionals and their families.

    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    • How flexible and part-time roles can support your career and personal goals.
    • Practical tips for writing a standout CV that highlights your impact.
    • The power of intentional time management to achieve your dreams.
    • Why negotiation is essential when securing flexible work arrangements.

    More BCSC episodes you might love:

    • {CEO Series} Polly Neate - How to Find Purpose in Your Work
    • {CEO Series} Laura Citron – Why the CEO Role is Perfect for Working Parents

    Discover more about the multi-award-winning Leaders Plus Fellowship, designed to support ambitious working parents on the path to senior leadership. Learn more at Leaders Plus.

    Find out more about the work of Leaders Plus by signing up to our Newsletter.

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    44 分
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