Sparkle and Thrive
By Joy Foster
"Career Interrupted" is a powerful and inspiring podcast that shines a light on the remarkable journeys of women who have faced career disruptions and emerged stronger than ever. Each episode features candid conversations with resilient women who have navigated life's unexpected challenges and rebuilt their professional lives.
Our guests share their personal stories of overcoming obstacles such as:
- Redundancy
- Maternity leave
- Perimenopause and menopause
- Illness
- Caregiving for elderly parents
- And everything in between
Through these honest and engaging interviews, listeners gain valuable insights into the strategies, mindsets, and resources that have helped these women reclaim their careers and redefine success on their own terms.
Whether you're currently facing a career interruption or simply seeking inspiration from women who've triumphed over adversity, "Career Interrupted" offers a wealth of wisdom, practical advice, and motivation to help you navigate your own professional journey.
Join us as we celebrate the strength, adaptability, and determination of women who refuse to let life's interruptions define their careers or their worth.
Latest episode
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E257｜Can you run a small business AND still crush it in a corporate career?
Ever feel like balancing your career, family, and dreams of starting your own business is impossible? Erika Robinson felt that too. And after struggling to juggle a corporate job with small kids, she made a bold move – she waved her job goodbye to c… -
E256｜Career Interrupted: What does it take to be your own boss?
"Wear the shoes, buy the tickets, do the stuff, make the memories."This isn't just a catchy mantra for Michelle Betts – it’s the philosophy that has carried her through life’s biggest decisions, including two major career breaks. Following a decade a… -
E255｜Plan like a pro for 2025 with strategies for business success
It’s Q4 of 2024, and we’re in the golden quarter! 💛It’s when peeps like to flash their cash thanks to events such as Diwali, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Christmas, making it a prime time for both product- and service-based businesses alike. But b… -
E254｜Facing redundancy? Fancy a change? Carve out a new career as a Social Media Manager
Have you ever faced redundancy? It’s one of those moments that can feel like the rug is being pulled out from under you, but it can also open up a whole world of new possibilities! For Anna Ison, leaving a job she loved after 20 years became a gatewa… -
E253｜How to Boost Your Camera Confidence While Working from Home
There was a time when requesting to work from home (WFH) was like asking for the moon. But once the pandemic hit and working from home became a necessity, we said hello to a diary full of Zoom meetings and saw nooks and crannies of our home become ou… -
From Classroom To Café: How Amita Dinmore Built a Community Hub From Scratch
“I looked around and found that in the increasing busyness of life, people were, while being in almost constant communication, losing connection with others.”– Amita DinmoreDo you have a powerful vision brewing? A dream that’s been percolating away f… -
Growing a YouTube Channel as a Creative Maker
Whether you're a knitting ninja or a paintbrush prodigy, YouTube is THE place to share your creativity! But how do you turn your creative skills into a thriving channel? 🧶✨Meet Anya Johnson, a crochet queen building a YouTube channel to supplement he… -
Feeling Lost In Your Career? How To Return To Work And Make a Comeback In The Job Market
What do you do if you’ve been out of work for a while, especially if your confidence is in freefall because you feel too old for the job market? Sarah Glassey says she felt like she wasn’t just in a pickle after being out of work for nine months, but… -
Find Your Unicorn Space. How to Reclaim Guilt-Free Time
What have you done recently outside your role as a partner, parent or professional? A guilt-free activity that is purely about having fun and leaves you saying, “I can’t believe I just did that”?If you’re like most women, chances are you are prioriti… -
E248｜How do you build a business when you don’t want to be visible online?
⭐ Trigger warning: this episode touches on domestic abuse. If you are affected by any of the issues raised, head to TechPixies.com for details of organisations that can offer support. How do you build a business when you can’t put your face or name o…
