Navigating Career Comebacks After Maternity Leave with Laura Whelan
In this episode of the Women in Tech Forum podcast, Angie Vaux speaks with Laura Whelan about the challenges and strategies for career returners, particularly women returning to work after maternity leave.
They discuss Laura’s personal journey, the importance of networking, balancing work and family life, setting boundaries, and how organizations can better support parents. The conversation emphasizes the need for open communication and the changing perceptions of working parents in the workplace.
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Empowering Career Returners: Challenges and Strategies with Bryony Williams and Natalia Cerevezo-Martin
In this episode of the Women in Tech Forum podcast, host Angie Vaux discusses the challenges and opportunities for career returners, particularly women who have taken breaks for caregiving or personal growth. Joined by coaches Bryony Williams and Natalia Cerevezo-Martin, the conversation explores the value that returners bring to organizations, the importance of empathy in the workplace, and practical strategies for both returners and employers to foster inclusivity. The episode emphasizes the need for supportive hiring practices, the emotional challenges faced by returners, and the systemic changes required to normalize career breaks in the workforce.
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