Does your ambition fade when you downshift your career to make room for motherhood?

In this episode of the Career Slay Podcast, host Kelly Poquiz Burke interviews Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled and author of the bestselling book, The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids—and Come Back Stronger Than Ever. Neha discusses her journey of redefining success and ambition for women, particularly those navigating motherhood and career pauses. She also shares her personal experiences, the challenges she faced in her career, and how she transformed her career break into a powerful movement that empowers women to embrace their choices and redefine their identities. We discuss her book and dive deeper into the concept of 'Power Pause' and how women can leverage this time for personal growth and fulfillment.

Takeaways

• Neha Rush emphasizes that ambition evolves rather than disappears during career pauses.
• The importance of redefining success on personal terms, especially for mothers.
• Mother Untitled was born from Neha's desire to change the narrative around motherhood and career pauses.
• Women often feel pressured to justify their choices in motherhood and career.
• The concept of 'Power Pause' allows women to explore new interests while stepping back from paid work.
• Networking and community support are crucial during career transitions.
• Self-trust is essential for navigating career and family life.
• Women can maintain their ambitions and interests even while focusing on family.
• The journey from a blog to a book took time and persistence.
• Success is about aligning personal values with professional goals.

Link to The Power Pause Book: https://www.thepowerpause.com/

Follow Neha Ruch on Instagram: @neha_ruch

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