In this episode I spoke to guest Mac Prichard. Mac is a careers expert, business owner and author.

The main themes we spoke about in this episode

1.  Who Mac is, what he does and his business

2. How did the idea of his podcast come about

3. What is a job board and how to use them effectively

4. The hiring process in relation to job hunting

5. Networking tips and advice whilst job hunting

6. How to find hidden jobs in the job market

7. Mac’s career story and what he did before hisbusiness

8.  Advice around being unemployed and how to handle this

9. Biggest lessons about running a business

10. One piece of advice for Mac’s younger self that he would be say to someone in their 20s right now

How to follow and connect with Mac

Mac’s website - https://www.macslist.org/

Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/find-your-dream-job-insider-tips-for-finding-work-advancing/id1047320599

X (formerly Twitter) - https://x.com/Macs_List

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/macprichard/If you have any questions about this episode orthe podcast itself please email us at ⁠soma@somaghosh.com⁠or ⁠soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

In this episode we look at 3 ways to not take things personally whilst running a business.

The main format of this episode is as follows:

1.  Introduction to episode

2.  3 things to not take personally even when itfeels like it

3.  Closing thoughts

Scenarios where you may take things personally

1. People not answering to your emails or DMs

2. Not being included or invited to events or parts of communities

3.  People just not wanting to work with youregardless of them liking and actively interacting with your comments

What to do instead :

1. Understand that everyone is busy and remember to concentrate on key activities in your business instead

2. Build on your own resilience muscle every-time you get a no or have FOMO

3. Getting comfortable with no and handling anysetback as learning instead of just rejection or a knockback.

Other episodes you may find helpful:

1.  Episode 137 - Why Cliques in business can ruinyour own business

2. Episode 145 - 3 tips to help you have a healthy,happy business mindset

3.  Episode 148 - How to keep going in your business even when you feel like giving up

4. Episode 192 - 3 qualities I think every businessowner should have

5. Episode 210 - What does running a business mean to you?

If you want to book a business consultation please apply fora paid consultation here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0gpDnDpsF3qZwebagkQ2mQCtIFqvCr-pQDLbP5J1Rfe_P7w/viewform

If you have any questions or comments about this podcast or episode please contact us at soma@somaghoh.comor soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

The format of this is as follows:

1.Introduction

2. Examples of breaks

3. Three reasons why

4. Closing thoughts

LinkedIn post about Vikrant Massey - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/soma-sh-oma-ghosh-26086638_vikrant-massey-ends-silence-on-retirement-activity-7271070937557401600-ke1d?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

Other relevant career break episodes

1.Episode 7 - How can I restart my career after a career break

2.Episode 237 - 3 Reasons why you should be having regular breaks in your working day?

3.Episode 231 - Business burnout- 3 ways to handle this and why you shouldn’t ignore it?

4.Episode 199 - Why are we rejecting Hustle Culture

5.Episode 197 - 5 TV shows you should watch about the world of work

6.Episode 188 - Is flexible working really the answer to burnout?

7.Episode 168 - Is Burnout still an issue and what can you do to prevent it?

8.Episode 95 - 3 ways to manage career and life pressure

9.Episode 77 Dealing with Chronic Illness and your Career

10.Episode 74 - Can you afford to take a career break?

If you have any questions about the podcast please email me at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

In this Episode we talk with Sinead Sharkey-Steenson. Sinead is a career coach and business owner of company called Generation Women. 

The main aspects of the conversation included: 

• Talking about the work that Sinead does and who she supports
• How we can help women fulfil their potential 
• Sinead's career journey that lead to starting her business 
• Women who want to be seen at work and want a promotion or pay rise 
• Reasons why women don't ask for promotion and pay rise at work 
• Tips and advice to help women who are going through menopause and their rights at work 
• The effects of stress and burnout and how it impacts on your mental health 
• The impact of the recession and what to do if you are worried about this due to the recession 

Where you connect with Sinead 

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sinead-sharkey/ 

Website - https://genwomen.global/about/

If you have any questions about the podcast please email me at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com 

Many thanks 

Soma 

In this episode I talk about how to keep going in your business even when you feel like giving up. 

Some of the key things I spoke about were: 

1. Why we can end up feeling like we want to give up. 

2. How can you keep going in business and what can you do? 

3. Are you effectively using your time in your business 

4. Your mindset and how you handle setbacks in business 

5. Are you being honest with yourself about your business? 

6. Talking about your business and what you are passionate about 

Other Episodes you may find useful to listen to 

1. Episode 8 - Why branding and marketing are important if you want to start a online business? (Interview with Sharn Khaira)  - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/sAbWt8pmdvb 

2. Episode 14 - How to be realistic about starting a new business (Interview with Victoria Ademosu)  - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0OLgh8bKeUNQSkMikqFLJ9?si=58b2eca844534df9 

3. Episode 35 - Why good mental health is important in your career and business (Interview with Suzannah Butcher)  - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/episode-35-why-good-mental-health-is-important-in-your/id1450116167?i=1000469583337 

4. Episode 36 - How to create a successful business and be a mum (Interview with Nicola Huelin)  - https://www.somaghosh.com/podcast/episode-36-how-to-create-a-successful-business-and-be-a-mum-interview-with-nicola-huelin 

5. Episode 53- 3 reasons to start a business  - https://listen.stitcher.com/yvap/?af_dp=stitcher://episode/77987028&af_web_dp=https://www.stitcher.com/episode/77987028&deep_link_value=stitcher://episode/77987028 

6. Episode 64 - What is it really like to start a business after you leave your corporate career and what does it teach you? (Interview with Victoria Hockaday) -  https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/the-career/episode-64-what-is-it-really-XqeOADFv_29/ 

7. Episode 130 - Business comparison, what is it and why do we need to stop doing it?  - https://podtail.com/podcast/the-career-happiness-podcast/episode-130-business-comparison-what-is-it-and-why/ 

8. Episode 137 Why Cliques in business can ruin your business - https://play.anghami.com/episode/1076597243?adj_t=dgl0aa8_64v1dnl&adj_campaign=web&adj_adgroup=episode&adj_creative=undefined 

If you have any questions about this podcast email me at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com 

In this episode I talk about Degree apprenticeships and if they are the future? 

3 apprenticeship Episodes that are relevant to this episode that I mentioned : 

Episode 114 - Careers advice as a professional in conversation with Susan Smith

Episode 122 - How to build a successful career after an apprenticeship? With Kathryn Monkcom

Episode 132 - How can an apprenticeship help a young person’s career?

The main points I spoke about in this episode were: 

1. Why I wanted to highlight the future of apprenticeships and careers 

2. What is a degree apprenticeship? 

The link I mentioned from UCAS about a degree apprenticeship - https://www.ucas.com/apprenticeships/what-you-need-know-about-apprenticeships/degree-apprenticeships-0 

3. Multidisciplinary degrees - To learn more go to the link here https://www.lis.ac.uk/ 

4. What has changed about apprenticeships in the last decade 

The links I mentioned whilst talking about this 

https://www.discovery-adr.com/5-ways-apprenticeships-have-changed/

https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/a-short-history-of-apprenticeships-in-england-from-medieval-craft-guilds-to-the-twenty-first-century/

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/commemorating-100-years-of-apprenticeships 

5. Are degree apprenticeships the future? 

- https://www.ucas.com/connect/blogs/apprenticeships-are-future-technical-education#:~:text=Creating%20an%20early%20talent%20pipeline,simply%20valuable%2C%20it's%20the%20future.

- https://www.universitiesuk.ac.uk/sites/default/files/field/downloads/2021-07/future-degree-apprenticeships.pdf

- https://www.fenews.co.uk/skills/article-multidisciplinary-engineering-firm-encourages-a-female-future-for-the-industry/

- https://youtu.be/tDnb9wWhPqE- FT video about university vs apprenticeships that you may find interesting

If you have a question about this episode please email me at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com 

In this episode I spoke about quiet quitting. The main areas I spoke about in this episode were: 

1. What is the definition of quiet quitting 

2. Is it impacting the workplace today ? 

3. Tips and advice about what to do about it 

4. Quiet quitting and the Great resignation how are linked 

Articles that and links mentioned in this episode 

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62638908 

https://www.dictionary.com/e/slang/quiet-quitting/

https://www.gallup.com/workplace/398306/quiet-quitting-real.aspx

Job crafting articles 

https://hbr.org/2020/03/what-job-crafting-looks-like 

https://www.stylist.co.uk/life/careers/job-crafting-careers-advice-work-slump/726395 

Other relevant podcast episodes to listen to 

1. Episode 110 should you consider the great resignation as part of your career journey - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/NFKfnZNrQub

2. Episode 65  Do we have a hustle culture -  https://open.spotify.com/episode/3pGmuX42HFLcaLRkOQvu5d 

3. Episode 140  How to deal with the great resignation and burnout culture -  https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/episode-140-how-deal-with-the-great-resignation/id1450116167?i=1000581134698 

Videos that I mentioned in the episode 

Video I mentioned in the episode about quiet quitting - https://www.tiktok.com/@somag25/video/7140554839926263045?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1 

This video about the cult video is also something I mentioned - https://www.tiktok.com/@somag25/video/7140926000682126597?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1 

In this episode I talk about 3 tips to help you have a healthy, happy business mindset 

1. Why I decided to talk about this

2. How can you work on your mindset and be healthier and happier in business? 

3. Self sabotage and being a business owner 

4. What can affect your mindset ? 

5. What can you do to empower yourself and your business? 

Resources and things that may help you that I spoke about in this episode 

Power hour book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Power-Hour-Focus-Goals-Create/dp/1786332698 

Power hour podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/power-hour/id1443615779 

What is EFT( emotional freedom technique) - https://www.healthline.com/health/eft-tapping 

Brad Yates YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/tapwithbrad 

Episodes that may help you 

1. Trisha Lewis her episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/episode-142-the-self-squashing-prophecy-and-how-to/id1450116167?i=1000582513164 

2. Trisha Lewis my episodes - https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/make-it-real/129-career-happiness-with-ECxitXqQfGM/ 

3. Kath curry Episode - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/pmrZSHsHEub

4.  Comparison episode - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/tbUl8wxHEub 

5. Cliques in episode - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/gjEyZMzHEub

If you have any questions about this episode please email me at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com 

In this I am am talking about is is worth resitting your GCSEs 

The format of the episode was as follows: 

• Why I spoke about this topic 
• Please see link explaining grades in numbers as mentioned in the episode https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-48993830 
• You would only need to resit English or Maths if you get a grade 3 not 4 just wanted to verify this and mention this in the notes here. 
• My story around resitting my GCSEs 
• Fast track GCSEs see example link of what this is here - https://www.wellington-school.org.uk/senior/admissions/international-students/sixth-form-foundation-fast-track-to-a-levels-and-university#:~:text=This%20programme%20allows%20students%20aged,on%20to%20top%20UK%20universities. 
• Why would you need to resit and options around why it's a good idea to do this 
• When is not worth resitting 
• Kathryn Mockham's episode 
• Alevels vs Btecs episode 

In this episode I talk about How will the Energy crisis affect the future of work

1. Tik Tok videos I did see link for this here - https://www.tiktok.com/@somag25/video/7153633695411211526?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7139894892125947397 and https://www.tiktok.com/@somag25/video/7136938311637142790?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7139894892125947397 

2. Talk I found on YouTube explaining energy crisis and how it impacts you - https://youtu.be/5-7EEpLwt3E 

3. Working from home vs going back to office some articles show this could help 

4. Inflation and the economy 

5. Who is winning here panorama documentary - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001bv5w

6. Tips to help you – Think about your future and career, Negotiate your current salary, save where you can, get support where you can. Martin Lewis, Citizens advice etc some local community centres and churches are helping where they can.

7. The future and world of work?? Could jobs change, debt, mental health challenges, care homes and death increase, poverty etc. Redundancy

Please see article links I mentioned below and Guardian podcast about the energy crisis etc. 

General energy articles links 

https://quocirca.com/content/will-the-energy-crisis-lure-remote-workers-back-to-the-office/

https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2022/sep/08/working-from-home-model-survive-energy-crisis-cost-of-living

https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2022/10/global-energy-sector-latest-news-10-october/

https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/how-do-you-accelerate-energy-transition-when-current-crisis-slams-brakes-russell-2022-10-12/

Citizen’s advice bureau links 

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/energy/energy-supply/

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/energy/get-energy-advice/

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/about-us/our-work/policy/energy-policy-research/

Martin Lewis

https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/utilities/-are-there-any-cheap--fixed-energy-deals-currently-worth-it--/

Today in focus podcast energy episodes 

https://www.theguardian.com/news/audio/2022/sep/14/will-liz-trusss-energy-plan-keep-britain-warm-this-winter-podcast 

In this episode I talk to talk to Trisha Lewis a communication and confidence coach. 

Within this episode we speak about: 

• What Trisha does and how she works as a coach 
•  Celebrating your uniqueness and how to be yourself 
• The Self Quashing Prophecy what is it and how does it play into out lives and careers 
• Humility vs celebrating your achievements 
• Accepting compliments and being self conscious about this 
• What makes communication impactful and meaningful 
• Dealing with people who are fake and not genuine 
• How to be a business that is memorable unique 
• Is being ourselves harder in our current times especially because of social media 

Links relevant to the episode Trisha's Ted x talk about self quashing prophecy-  https://youtu.be/mJryj846NIQ  

How can you connect with Trisha 

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/trishalewistalk/

Website - https://www.trishalewis.com/ 

In this episode talk about college and why it's not considered enough as a option. 

The main things I spoke about in this episode were: 

• Why I wanted to speak about this
• Link about colleges that I mentioned - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/further-education-colleges-in-the-uk 
• Colleges are seen in a negative light why is this? 
• Colleges I mentioned City and Islington, Westminster Kingsway 
• Specialised colleges like Chapel Manor College 
• Sixth form colleges vs further education college 
• Why you should consider colleges 
• Open days and visiting colleges 

Links you may find useful 

1. Why should you go to college - https://www.careerpilot.org.uk/information/further-education-at-16/eleven-reasons-to-choose-an-fe-college-course 

2. Btec vs Alevels episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/episode-129-a-levels-vs-btecs-what-do-you-as-parent/id1450116167?i=1000565949448

3. London colleges list - https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/fe_and_sixth_form_admissions_information_-_july_2020_update.pdf 

Any questions about this episode please email me at soma@somaghosh.com 

In this episode I speak to Sara J. McElroy a Business owner and Journalist and writer. 

The main things we spoke about in this episode were: 

• What Sara does and her company Raze to Rise 
• The Great resignation and The Pandemic  
• Burnout at work and how it affects professional woman 
• Health challenges and your career and what it can teach us 
• Harassment at work and how this can impact you 
• Quiet quitting and how it's impacting the workplace 
• How employers can help staff be happier at work 
• Is working from home or going back to office changing. 

Video I mentioned about quiet quitting on Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@somag25/video/7140554839926263045?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7139894892125947397 

How can you connect and follow Sara 

1. Raze to Rise - https://www.razetorise.com/ 

2. LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarajmcelroy/ 

What I spoke about in this episode

1.  Introduction and story time behind this episode

2.  3 Lessons I have learnt in my business and what it’s taught me

3.  Closing thoughts

Links relevant to this episode

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/soma-ghosh-26086638_in-this-video-below-i-share-a-recent-experience-activity-7270708575369367553-Xk9_?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

Other episodes that you may find useful

1.  Episode 211 - Being a business adviser and key tips on how to thrive as a business owner with Lee Lam

2. Episode 217 - 4 reasons why Businesses Fail

3. Episode 221 - 4 ways to spot a fake business influencer

4. Episode 204 - 2 reasons why being a business owner isn’t what you may think it is

5. Episode 192 - 3 qualities I think every business owner should have

If you have any comments and questions about this episode or interested in working with me as a business mentor please contact me via email at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

In this Episode I talk about the Movie All about Eve and how it links to female relationships. 

I talk about the following: 

1. Introduction and why am I talking about this movie?

2.Summary of the movie

3. Who is Eve?

4. Movie clips from the movie and how they relate Career Happiness and Workplace Culture 

5. Female relationships in the workplace and expectations of women in society in relation to the film 

6. Do we all have a bot of Eve in Us? 

Clips credit courtesy of YouTube and Movie clips 

You can watch the clips on the links below too 

Clip 1 - https://youtu.be/6EQLYywvqUE 

Clip 2 - https://youtu.be/b_Z5ZboTSBI 

Clip 3 - https://youtu.be/1orN1oGScbk 

If you have any feedback or questions you want answering on the podcast please email us at soma@somaghosh.com 

In this Episode I talk about social media and how it's affect young people's career ideas. 

The main things I talk about in this episode were: 

1. Why I choose to talk about this topic 

2. Misconceptions about careers on social media 

3. Is social media having an impact on how young people view careers 

4. Using social media in a positive way to help their careers 

Video and energy crisis Tik Tok video  - https://www.tiktok.com/@somag25/video/7136938311637142790?is_from_webapp=v1&item_id=7136938311637142790&web_id=6930929312897402374 

In this Episode I talk about Why Cliques in business can ruin your own Business. 

The main things I cover in this episode are: 

1. The purpose of this episode 

2. What is a Clique and how can this be linked business 

3. How can Cliques in business affect you and your business 

4. How can Cliquey behaviour ruin a business 

5. What can do to make sure you don't allow this to hold you back. 

What did you think about this episode? Any questions and comments you may have. Please let me know . You can email me at soma@somaghosh.com 

You can also check out the business services I mentioned in the podcast episode here https://www.somaghosh.com/women-in-business 

In this episode I spoke about 3 tips to help parent with GCSE options 

Within this Episode I spoke about: 

1. Why I choose to speak about this now in even though it's the summer 

2. A bit more information about picking GCSE options and how schools support with this. 

3. Some tips to help with this. 

Some links to help you with this: 

- https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zrjh92p 

- https://www.ucas.com/advisers/guides-teachers/develop-your-skills-adviser/how-advise-students-about-gcse-choices 

If you have any comments about this episode please email me at soma@somaghosh.com 

In this Episode we talk about 3 practical interview preparation tips. 

The key things I spoke about in this episode where: 

1. Why I spoke about this. 

2. What is Interview Preparation? 

3. Different Types of Interviews 

4. How to be more confident about interviews 

If you like this episode you may also like the following episodes 

Episode 19 - Three top job hunting tips - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-19---Three-top-job-hunting-tips-e5cord 

Episode 28 - Why are you finding job hunting so overwhelming? - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-28---Why-are-you-really-finding-job-hunting-so-overwhelming-eag6s6

The documentary I mentioned in the podcast episode was - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0015gvw 

If you have any questions about this podcast or how to work with me please email me at soma@somaghosh.com 

In this Episode I speak with Nick Diakanstasis who is a public speaking coach who helps Business owners with their speaking events. 

What we spoke in this Episode: 

• Nick's career background and how he became a speaking coach 
• Public speaking and some of the fears that come up for people around this 
• Tips around public speaking and how Nick works with his clients 
• Some common misconceptions around public speaking 
• Should you prepare for talk and can you overprepare? 
• The impact of the public speaking and how it can help your business 
• Should all business owners be using Public speaking as part of their business 
• What is a career in performing arts really like and why is their negativity around starting a career in this. 
• What lessons has Nick learnt in his career 

If you want to connect with Nick you can connect with him on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-diakanastasis/

Visit his website - https://nickdiakan.com/ 

Any questions about the podcast please email me at soma@somaghosh.com 

In this Episode We talk about if you are being realistic about your business right now? 

Within the episode I talk about: 

1. What being realistic looks like in business? 

2. Influencer marketing and how it can ruin your being realistic 

3. Business lifestyle what does it mean to you?  

4. Your personal brand and how this fits into running your business realistically. 

5. Preparing yourself for the summer and quiet times in business.  

Career Comparison episode - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-130---Business-comparison--what-is-it-and-why-do-we-need-to-stop-doing-it-e1jnk3j

 I mentioned Tara Mohr's book Playing Big would recommend it if you have chance to read it. 

You can read the article I mentioned in the episode here https://medium.com/@somag2018/4-practical-ways-to-not-worry-about-money-at-this-time-b469403da432

If you have any questions about anything or want business support in August please email at soma@somaghosh.com to book a 15 minute call. 

This is an episode for parents of teenagers and I talk about how an apprenticeship can help your career? 

Previous episodes I mentioned in this episode tare with Susan Smith and Kathryn Monkcom 

The main things I covered in this particular episode: 

• Why are apprenticeships becoming more popular 
• What are the kind of skills that you learn from an apprenticeship that can help move your career forward 
• How earning money sooner plays into their future career 
• Can an apprenticeship make a young person more employable? 
• Apprenticeships may help a young people go out of their comfort zone 

Other episodes you may useful: 

Episode 97 should I go to university or not? - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0RIxSOemFO3Tjxo4ctWnf7

Useful articles 

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/apprenticeships/should-i-go-to-university-or-do-an-apprenticeship#:~:text=A%20university%20education%20allows%20you,a%20particular%20industry%20or%20role. 

https://www.professionalapprenticeships.co.uk/why-im-choosing-an-apprenticeship-over-university/ 

Case study 1 on my website put link here - https://www.somaghosh.com/parents-of-teenagers (scroll down to see case study 1 on this page which I refer to in this episode and how it relates to apprenticeships) 

If you have any questions about this podcast please email me at soma@somaghosh.com 

I this Episode I talk about three tips to be healthier in your career. 

Some of the key things I spoke about were: 

• Why I choose to talk about this topic and why it's important 
• Health and how it links in with your career happiness 
•  What is it about health and you feel can affect your career

Some wellbeing podcasts you may find useful that I mentioned: 

- Food for thought podcast - https://www.rhitrition.com/podcast 

- Feel better live more podcast - https://drchatterjee.com/blog/category/podcast/

• Burnout and the impact of how this on your health overall 
• How are you looking after your health now and what action are you taking? 
• Are you resting and taking holidays when you need to 

Articles I mentioned in this episode 

This is the article about remote working I mentioned in this episode - https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20220616-is-remote-work-worse-for-wellbeing-than-people-think?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_id=worklife

If you want to find out more about the 4 day see the website about the campaign here - https://www.4dayweek.co.uk/

Previous Podcast episodes related to this episode 

1. Burnout episode - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5XUHChvDgQkEOfFmZOuoaq

2. Elaine Batho episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/episode-40-how-dealing-with-burnout-and-unhappiness/id1450116167?i=1000473141695

The Personal trainer I mentioned in this episode was called James Smith you can follow him on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/jamessmithpt/

How you currently work with me? 

These slots are available till 30th June 2022 and I won't be reopening my professional services for women till October 2022 

Career Mentoring Program - https://www.somaghosh.com/career-happiness-program

Career Happiness Session - https://www.somaghosh.com/career-happiness-power-hour

In this episode I talk about comparison related to your business and how it affect you. 

The main things I spoke about in this episode were: 

• The definition of what comparison is 
• How can comparison affect us in our lives and as business owners 
• Tips and advice about how to stop feeling comparison 
• How we should be celebrating other business owners rather then bring them down 
• How comparison can be toxic for you and your business 
• Make you and your business your first priority 
• Energy and the people you follow 

Other episodes I mentioned in the episode: 

1. Lucy's episode - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-22---Career-Comparison-and-how-to-deal-with-this-Interview-with-Lucy-Sheridan-Wightman-e86c0h

2. Susan Smith - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0nV3p46wjoFRI4QVLJ37wG?si=cb8TOJ4iQZCWcT3iVOkxhA

3. Nicola Semple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/episode-111-career-confidence-and-career-wellbeing/id1450116167?i=1000543144007

Business mentoring slots available in August to find our more about this please go to the site here - https://www.somaghosh.com/women-in-business

If you have about comments or questions about the podcast please email me at soma@somaghosh.com 

In this episode we talk about 3 reasons you should be having regular breaks at work.

The main format of this episode is as follows:

1. Introduction and purpose behind this episode

2. Why breaks needed and the implications of this plus some legislation around this

3.  Three Reasons why regular breaks are needed

4.  Closing thoughts around this

Articles related to this episode that I mention

1.      https://www.ciphr.com/blog/regular-breaks-at-work#:~:text=Regular%20breaks%20are%20essential%20for,boosts%20both%20wellbeing%20and%20productivity.

2.      https://www.gov.uk/rest-breaks-work/print

3.      https://www.acas.org.uk/working-time-rules

If you want to ask a question about career happiness or have any further topic suggestions or comments please email us at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com or soma@somaghosh.com

In this episode we talk about A levels vs Btecs what do you as a parent really need to know? 

The main points I talked about in this episode included: 

• Qualifications framework and difference between level 2 and level 3 courses see link here as an example https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels 
• What are A levels and picking the right subjects 
• What is a BTEC and how are they different to A levels 
• Link to the BTEC level 3 course I referenced in the episode - https://www.westking.ac.uk/course-detail/animation-and-games-design-level-3-extended-diploma/11005/ 
• Vocational courses and the difference between them and a BTEC 
• NVQ courses an example I mentioned in the episode - https://www.cwc.ac.uk/courses/section/course/imi-level-1-diploma-in-motor-vehicle-maintenance-and-repair
• Differences between being in college vs school 
• Slots available for parental consultations in September see link here for my details - https://www.somaghosh.com/parental-consultation 

You can email me at soma@somaghosh.com or follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_careerhappinessmentor/ 

 or connect on LinkedIn -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/soma-ghosh-26086638/

In this Episode we talk with Marti Constant. Marti is a career futurist and career coach. 

Some of the main things we talk about are: 

1. What Marti does and her career 

2. What is a Agile career and being patient in your career

3. Creativity and what does it mean to be creative in your career 

4. Is creativity in your career linked to career happiness? 

5. What has changed since the pandemic and what will continue to change in the future of work 

6. Health and career happiness and how to manage this 

You can connect with Marti on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/martikonstant/

Visit her site here https://www.martikonstant.com/ 

In this episode is working hard enough in your career? 

The main things I spoke about in this episode were: 

• Hard work, what is it and where does this come from? 
• What is the cost of working hard to our health 
• Working culture today and how working hard can affect this 
• Our lifestyle choices and health 
• Books and resources to help you with your wellbeing 
• Can you work hard and still be happy at work? 

Links and books mentioned in this episode 

Alan Sugar's views on working from home - https://twitter.com/Lord_Sugar/status/1522279099280113668?s=20&t=3RDqq_mjfL266DoFhoW1ZQ 

Brown Girl like me by Jaspreet Kaur - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brown-Girl-Like-Jaspreet-Kaur/dp/1529056314 

Links and article about the industrial revolution -   https://www.redcort.com/its-about-time/history-of-time-and-attendance-systems

https://www.britannica.com/event/Industrial-Revolution 

9to5 Culture where does it come from - https://bestlifeonline.com/9-to-5/ 

Dr Chatterjee podcast - https://drchatterjee.com/blog/category/podcast/ 

Health and safety at work Statistics on health - https://www.hse.gov.uk/statistics/overall/hssh2021.pdf 

Episode 103 Working hard vs working smart  - 

Stress solution - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stress-Solution-Steps-Relationships-Purpose/dp/0241317940/ref=pd_lpo_1?pd_rd_i=0241317940&psc=1 

4 pillar plan - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pillar-Plan-Relax-Longer-Healthier/dp/0241303559 

LinkedIn post - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/soma-ghosh-26086638_students-work-education-activity-6932590430559604736-DVDk/?utm_source=linkedin_share&utm_medium=member_desktop_web  

Books I mentioned 

Breathe by James Nestor - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breath-New-Science-Lost-Art/dp/0735213615

The Practice of Not Thinking: A Guide to Mindful Living - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Practice-Not-Thinking-Mindful-Living-ebook/dp/B08H6XHXGF

In this episode I will be talking about 3 Ways to create a business brand and why it's so important 

The main things I talked about in this episode were: 

• What is branding? 
• 3 ways to create a business brand 
• Why it's so important to have a business brand 
• Examples of personal brand you should follow online 
• Brands you already know and love and their USPs 
• Branding exercise to help you you and your business 

Some of the personal brands and businesses I mentioned 

1. Sharon nutrition consultant - https://www.instagram.com/nutritionandu/

2. Neet nutritionist and coach - https://www.instagram.com/neet_nutrition/

3. Gina Visram careers coach and careers video on Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@yourcareerandfuture

4. Aruna Bansal founder of Asian Single parents network - https://aspnetwork.org.uk/

5. Rupinder Kaur Asian Women mean business - https://www.asianwomenmeanbusiness.com/ 

6. Mildred Talabi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mildredtalabi/

7. Dr Julie Smith Psychologist - https://www.instagram.com/drjulie/

Website I mention in the episode 

- My home page which shows my mission statement, values and why as well as my 4 pillars of career happiness- https://www.somaghosh.com/

Other useful Podcast Episode 

1. Episode 8 with Sharn - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-8---Why-branding-and-marketing-are-important-if-you-want-to-start-a-online-business--Interview-with-Sharn-Khaira-e3o1vt

2. Personal brand episode - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1nWBMP7U9iwP6qc9t3ihln?si=g5JYr_z-Q_e-IQefBt0EJQ

If you have any questions about this episode or how we can support you with your business or career please email us at soma@somaghosh.com 

In this episode we talk about the movie tick tick...Boom and Career Happiness. 

The main things I spoke about in this episode were: 

• What this movie is about and how it links to career happiness 
• Resilience in your career and failure 
• What can we learn about career happiness from this movie 
• The career lessons we learn even when things don't work out 
• Fear in our career and how it affects our career decision making 
• Giving up too easily when things get hard 
• Creativity in our careers 
• People's legacy and how this impacts on others  

I currently have 3 available slots for my career happiness session. If you are a professional women who needs my support please go to the link here 

You can connect with me on social media by connecting with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/soma-ghosh-26086638/ 

Following the podcast on Twitter at @careerhappypod - https://twitter.com/CareerHappyPod 

Or following me on Instagram where you can also watch the Live I did on Creative careers https://www.instagram.com/the_careerhappinessmentor/ 

In this episode I am talking about when you should start talking about careers with your kids

The main points I covered in this episode were: 

1. The debate around if it's too soon to talk about careers in primary school? 

2. Careers education vs careers advice 

3. Gender stereotypes in careers 

4. Careers advice in schools for year 9 and beyond 

5. Why it's important to start talking about careers at a young age 

If you feel your teenager needs support right now. I currently have slots available for my parents of teenagers services you can find out more here 

I have 3 Parental Consultation slots further details here and 2 careers advice service slots further details for this here . Please note these slots are only available till May 30th. 

If you have any questions or this episode or about the parental services I offer please email me at soma@somaghosh.com. 

In this episode I spoke to Deepa about her career and the work she does as business and author. 

The main things we spoke about in this episode were 

1. What's it like to be a women of colour in the workplace and feel invisible

2. The amazing work that Deepa is doing and how she started nFormation  

3. Microaggressions in the workplace and what to do about them 

4. Workplace bullying for a women of colour and why are ignored more when they bring it up 

5. Her brand new book "The first the few and only" 

6. How to be an ally to women of colour in the workplace 

If you want to connect with Deepa you can visit here site here https://www.deepapuru.com/ 

Connect with her on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepapuru/

Or Follow her on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/deepa.puru/

In this episode, I spoke to Kathryn Monkcom about how she shaped her career after she did an apprenticeship and her portfolio career. 

The main things we spoke about in this episode were: 

• Kathryn's career background and how she built a portfolio career 
• How she went down the apprenticeship route and what did this look like? 
• The debate around going to the university and not going to university 
• Tips for generation Z and their careers 
• Kathryn's coaching business and how she started it 

You can connect with Kathryn on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kathrynmonkcom/ 

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathrynmonkcom/ 

Visit her website here - https://www.kathrynmonkcom.co.uk/ 

In this podcast episode I talk about 3 reasons why being self employed isn't for everyone. 

In this Episode the main things I talk about are: 

• The key things behind being self employed and what that looks like 
• Some of the main reasons why being self employed isn't for everyone
• The challenges that come up whilst being self-employed 

Other relevant episodes 

3 reasons to start a business 

How to turn a hobby into a business 

Links mentioned in the episode 

MLM program on BBC clip - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4YGQ0l5UeE

Business page to find more about how to get support - https://www.somaghosh.com/women-in-business

This episode for parents of teenagers to help you with careers advice to help encourage them. 

The main things I spoke about were: 

1. The rise in mental health in young people and the impact of this 

2. Peer pressure and social media 

3. Bright students feeling added pressure to pursue certain careers  

4. Family pressures and expectations 

5. Financial pressures 

6. Tips and advice about how to help your teenager who is feeling pressured. 

How can I support you see link here https://www.somaghosh.com/parents-of-teenagers 

Articles  mentioned in the episode - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-60197150

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/ - A careers resource with job profiles and careers information 

https://www.tlevels.gov.uk/ - More information about what T levels are. 

Westminster Kingsway Alumni - https://www.westking.ac.uk/about-us/alumni/ 

Other relevant links - https://www.youngminds.org.uk/ 

If you feel you want support from me as a careers adviser please email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com. 

In this episode we talk about the following:

1. Why I decided to record this episode

2. University drop out rates

3.  What happens if you don’t finish your degree or leave university?

4. Options moving forward

5.  Closing thoughts

Websites I mentioned in this episode

1.  https://www.whatuni.com/advice/news/universities-with-highest-and-lowest-dropout-rates/85809/#:~:text=Their%20insights%20reveal%20that%20computer,to%20drop%20out%20of%20education.

2. https://www.hepi.ac.uk/2024/04/25/why-a-fresh-approach-is-needed-for-university-drop-out-rates/

3. https://www.hepi.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Dropouts-or-stopouts-or-comebackers-or-potential-completers-Non-continuation-of-students-in-the-UK.pdf

4. https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/student-advice/what-to-study/types-of-degrees-uk

5. https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/student-advice/after-you-start/transferring-or-dropping-out-of-university

6. https://uk.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/dropping-out-of-university-and-starting-again

If you have any questions about this episode please email us at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

In this Episode I talk about 3 ways to help you get a promotion and pay rise. 

The main things I talk about here include: 

• The main tips about how to get a promotion and pay rise
• How you can go about getting more of what you want in your current career 
• Some of the challenges that come up when asking for promotion or pay rise 
• Career progression in your career 
• Professional development for you as an individual  

Other relevant episodes: 

1. Episode 73 people pleasing episode -  https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-73---Are-you-a-people-pleaser-at-work-eq8llr

2. Episode 32 Applying to a job for the wrong reasons - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-32---Are-you-looking-for-the-wrong-type-of-job-eba6ct 

In this episode I talk about why being over ambitious isn't a bad things. 

The main things I covered in this episode are: 

• What is ambition and how can it help support our career 
• How does ambition fit into your version of career happiness 
• Judging women who are over ambitious and why this is wrong 
• Why having ambitions can feel overwhelming how can you tackle this? 
• What are the ambitions you have that you want to fulfil

New website check it out here - https://www.somaghosh.com/ 

Check out Mally's website my website designer who I mentioned in the episode - https://mallytov.com/

How to leave a review link here https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-leave-a-review-on-apple-podcasts?r=US&IR=T 

In this Episode we talk about 3 ways to cope with career fatigue. This is a theme that ties with the previous episode around January blues. As I know many of us may be feeling a bit fatigued career wise right now. 

The main things we covered in this Episode: 

• What is career fatigue and how can this impact your career 
• Why are you feeling fatigued in your career 
• Your health and career fatigue 
• What can you do about career fatigue  

Other relevant episodes 

Episode 13 five tips to help you move forward with career burnout  - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-13---Five-tips-to-help-you-move-forward-with-Career-Burnout-e4e7gt 

Episode 40 dealing with career burnout and unhappiness at work  - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-40---How-dealing-with-burnout-and-unhappiness-at-work-can-lead-you-to-a-new-career-path-Interview-with-Elaine-Batho-edejed 

Episode 48 3 tips on retuning to work after an illness - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-48---3-tips-on-returning-to-work-after-an-illness-eh1j59

Episode 65 - Do we have a hustle problem - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-65---Do-we-have-a-hustle-problem-enk8tq

Episode 108 - 3 ways to cope with work related stress - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-108---3-ways-to-cope-with-work-related-stress-e19cipj 

Episode 109 How to talk about mental health at work - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-109---Talking-about-mental-health-at-work-and-tips-on-how-to-manage-this-e1a0hre 

If you have any comments and questions about this question please don't hesitate to ask or email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com 

In the first Episode of season 4 I talk about 3 tips to help with January Blues. 

The main things I cover in this episode are: 

• Why January can be a a hard time and cause winter blues or January Blues 
• Blue Monday and how marmite it is as not everyone agrees it exists 
• Why do some people struggle with the winter more then others 
• Tips and main ways to help with January Blues and things you can do to combat feeling low 

Links you may find useful linked to what I spoke about in this episode 

6 minute dairy - https://urbestself.co/collections/frontpage/products/the-6-minute-diary 

Check out Deepa's website here if you want to find out more about the yoga classes she runs - https://deepasapra.com/ 

Quiet by Susan Cain - 

Highly sensitive person - 

A article to help you combat wonder and January blues-  https://metro.co.uk/2018/01/05/feel-blue-january-can-beat-7203349/ 

A article about blue Monday and what it means - https://www.advocacyfocus.org.uk/news/help-us-take-back-blue-monday

Blue Monday articles and discussion around this 

Other episodes you may find useful 

1.  Episode 94 - Three reasons why sleep is important for a happy career - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-94---Three-reasons-Why-sleep-is-important-for-a-happy-career-e13oqa6

2. Episode 75 -  https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-75---Covid-19-and-your-career-live-recording-eqvrih

3. Episode 43 - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-43---How-to-look-after-your-mental-health-at-this-time-eedpfd

In this episode we look at at Career change vs Job change is there really a difference? 

Within this episode I talk about the following areas whilst talking about this. 

• Some of the things to consider when thinking a career change 
• What should you be thinking about if you want to change your job
• What are the similarities between a career change and job change 
• The differences between a career change and job change 
• Career change just isn't for everyone and some of the problems surrounding this 
• Job change when you want to progress and get a promotion or pay rise 
• Career change vs job change what choice is right for you? 

Episodes you find useful 

1. Episode 46 Three reasons to change your career - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-46---Three-reasons-to-change-your-career-eg75qs 

2. Episode 58 - How to tackle career change and why we need to talk about it more(Interview with Roz Jackson) - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-58---How-to-tackle-career-change-and-why-we-need-to-talk-about-it-moreInterview-with-Roz-Jackson-el3ov0 

3. Episode 110 - Should you consider the great resignation as part of your career journey? - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-110---Should-you-consider-the-great-resignation-as-part-of-your-career-journey-e1afdge 

4. Episode 61 - What is imposter syndrome and 3 tips to help with this - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-61---What-is-imposter-syndrome-and-3-tips-to-help-with-this-eml1g3

Articles I mentioned 

1. Great reshuffle article- https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20211214-great-resignation-into-great-reshuffle

2. Career change blog post - http://www.thecareerhappinessmentor.com/blog/2020/6/18/why-career-change-isnt-always-the-answer

Channel 4 love it or List it (correction) said love in the podcast - https://www.channel4.com/programmes/kirstie-and-phils-love-it-or-list-it 

In this episode I spoke to fellow careers Susan Smith. Susan is a experienced careers adviser and has worked in schools and universities as well as running her own business.  

We covered a lot in this episode but some the some areas discussed are shown below. 

1. Talking about Careers advice, what it is and how it can help others. 

2. Is there difference between careers advice in schools and universities? 

3. Susan's career advice career journey and how it's changed 

4. How Susan started her online business "All things careers" 

5. What are degree apprenticeships and how can support a young person should consider one 

6. Degree apprenticeships vs degrees what's the difference? 

7. How to tackle careers advice with teenagers and young people who are hesitant to receive it 

8. Is careers advice and career advisors valued enough in education? 

Other episodes you might helpful in relation to this episode 

1. Episodes 97 Should I go to university or not - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-97-Should-I-go-to-university-or-not-e10a0kc 

2. Episode 98 Why is Career advice is important in schools - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-98---Why-careers-advice-is-important-in-schools-e163j9d 

3. Episode 99 3 tips to help parents who want better careers advice for their teenagers -  https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-99---3-Tips-to-help-parents-who-want-better-careers-advice-for-their-teenagers-e16eea3

4. Episode 107 What is it like being a careers adviser and what do we do? - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-107---What-is-it-like-being-a-careers-adviser-and-what-do-we-do-e16ekkn 

How to stay in touch in Susan Smith 

Website: https://www.allthingscareers.co.uk/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susansmith-atc/ 

In this I talk about if we focus too much on how women look like in the workplace? 

The main things I discussed were: 

• How image and weight can affect many women in the workplace 
• Feeling invisible at work or in life 
• Why are we so obsessed with how we all look 
• Image and societal pressure to look a certain way
• The judgement you feel at work as a women 

Links mentioned in the episode 

Rebel Wilson clip - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/entertainment-arts-59519160 

Gaining weight blog posts and relationship with weight 

Other relevant episodes 

1. Episode 95 3 Ways to manage career and life pressure - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-95---3-ways-to-manage-career-and-life-pressure-e14i3or

2. Episode 101  Have gender stereotypes changed in the world of work -  https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-101---Have-gender-stereotypes-changed-in-the-world-of-work-e16ekja

In this episode I talk about being liked vs being respected in the workplace 

The main points I talked about in this episode: 

• What does it look like to be liked in the workplace? 
• Is there a difference between being liked vs respected 
• Why is respect in the workplace important. 
• Boundaries and tips around how to manage expectations around this. 

Episodes you may useful 

Episode 31 - Are you working in a toxic work environment- https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-31---What-to-do-if-you-work-in-a-toxic-environment-

Episode 50  Are you being undermined at work - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-50---Are-you-being-undermined-at-work-ej2qge 

Episode 73 Are you a peopleand-want-a-new-job-eb4ns8 pleaser at work - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-73---Are-you-a-people-pleaser-at-work-eq8llr

Episode 85  What Makes a good manager vs a good leader - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-85---What-makes-a-good-manager-vs-a-good-leader-and-how-this-links-in-with-career-happiness-e109nmp 

Episode 104 Returning to work as parent with Lizzie Martin - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-104---Returning-to-work-as-a-parent-Interview-with-Lizzie-Martin-e1826qn

Book mentioned in the episode you may find useful 

Highly sensitive person by Elaine Aron 

If you have any comments or questions about the podcast please email us at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com 

In this Episode I am joined by the Nicola Semple who is a career and confidence coach 

Within this episode we look at: 

1. What Nicola does to support others 

2. How she started her business and career journey

3. Career confidence and how this affects so many women especially since the pandemic 

4. Boundaries and using time wisely and how this has changed since the pandemic 

5. Talking about confidence as whole and how this can impact on you in your life and career 

6. Tips around lack of support at work and how to feel more supported in the workplace 

7. Wellbeing in the workplace and the impact of how this is effecting people from home and why some may be feeling burnout. 

Other relevant episodes 

1. Episode 2 - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-2---Let-Confidence-be-your-superpower-in-your-career-Interview-with-Aliya-Rajah-e32a7v 

2. Episode 3 - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-3---How-to-be-more-confident-in-your-career-and-find-work-you-truly-love-e35c70 

3. Episode 83 - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-82---Career-confidence-and-Career-Happiness-what-can-you-do-to-reignite-your-career-now-eusi38 

How can you connect with Nicola 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamnicolasemple/ 

Website: https://nicolasemple.com/ 

If you have any questions about the podcast please email us at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com 

In this episode I talk about the Great resignation and if it's worth considering. 

In this Episode I talked about: 

1. What is the great resignation and what does it mean? 

2. The challenges around the Great resignation and why it's not for everyone  

3. The positives of the great resignation and how it could help you and your career. 

Articles for your reference and mentioned in the episode 

Article mentioned Metro - https://metro.co.uk/2021/06/17/how-to-stay-confident-and-motivated-in-the-job-hunt-after-rejections-14786832/ 

Gen z 's and millennials leading the way article please see some links below on this 👇 

Forbes piece - https://www.forbes.com/sites/lucianapaulise/2021/10/26/why-millennials-and-gen-z-are-leading-the-great-resignation-trend/?sh=1d8b2e5944fe 

Metro - https://metro.co.uk/2021/11/16/why-are-millennials-and-gen-z-leading-the-great-resignation-by-quitting-jobs-in-droves-15609002/ 

My LinkedIn post on it - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/soma-ghosh-26086638_thebigshift-greatresignation-activity-6811204964367523840-HaJa 

Dictorinary.com definition - https://www.dictionary.com/e/historical-current-events/great-resignation/ 

New statesman article - https://www.newstatesman.com/business/work/2021/11/what-were-getting-wrong-about-the-great-resignation 

Cal Newport's episode mentioned Episode 16 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2TWHtjuNChsIrdwYzUJTTa 

Other Episodes you may helpful 

1. Career break episodes  Episode 74 Season 3  https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-74---Can-you-afford-to-take-a-career-break-eqj359 and Episode 7 Season 1 - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-7---How-can-I-restart-my-career-after-a-career-break-e3k3bc 

2. Mental health in the workplace episode - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1hDTWWCV5PyC5G4YkHJ0Hu?si=8e6bffaa8f42443d 

3. Racism episode - http://www.thecareerhappinessmentor.com/podcast/2020/7/3/episode-44-racism-in-the-workplace 

If you have any comments or questions about this please email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com 

In this episode we talk about Does having a niche in your business matter anymore?

The main format of the episode is as follows:

1.  Introduction to the episode

2. To Niche or not to niche in your business?

3. The advantages of niching

4. The Disadvantages of niching

5.  3 tips to take away

6.  Closing thoughts

Episode I mentioned and you have given some great feedback on thank you by the way. Is Episode 231 - Business burnout- 3 ways to handle this and why you shouldn’t ignore it?

You can watch the advert I mentioned in the episode here Chanel no 5 advert - ⁠https://youtu.be/fo4LLux-tfM?si=X2IIb6l_1TIien1S

If you have any questions about this episode email at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

In this episode we talk about the following: 

1. Why it's important to talk about mental health at work 

2. Common mental health issues at work 

3. Tips on how to talk about mental health at work 

Previous Episodes you may useful 

1. Episode 10 with Leyla Okhai - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-10---How-to-talk-about-mental-health-in-the-workplace--Interview-with-Leyla-Okhai-e40t00 

2. How to manage mental health and Covid - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-43---How-to-look-after-your-mental-health-at-this-time-eedpfd 

4.  Episode 35 with Suzannah Butcher - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-35---Why-good-mental-health-is-important-in-your-career-and-business-Interview-with-Suzannah-Butcher-ebv690 

5. Episode 106 with Natasha Tiwari  - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-106---The-impact-of-Psychology-and-how-it-can-help-support-you-with-your-career--Interview-with-Natasha-Tiwari-e1929u7 

Other mental health podcasts 

1. Mentally yours podcast - https://audioboom.com/channel/mentallyyours 

2. I am I have podcast - https://happiful.com/tag/podcast/ 

Websites mentioned 

Mind website - https://www.mind.org.uk/ 

Stats around mental health -  https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/statistics-and-facts-about-mental-health/how-common-are-mental-health-problems/ 

https://www.mind.org.uk/media/7581/mental-health-facts-and-statistics.pdf 

Acas in about mental health - https://www.acas.org.uk/supporting-mental-health-workplace 

Follow Eleanor Segall see website here https://beurownlight.com/author/eleanorsegallwrites/ 

If you have any questions about this episode please email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com 

In this episode we are looking at work related stress and share some ways on how to cope with this. 

Some main things discussed in this episode were: 

• Signs of work related stress and symptoms of what it potentially looks like 
• Practical tips to help cope with work related stress 
• Mental health in relation to work related stress 
• Self care and how you value yourself
• Resilience building 
• Is the feeling of Mediocrity causing working related stress 
• Trying to be wonder women 

Blog post about stress - http://www.thecareerhappinessmentor.com/blog/2020/9/29/are-you-stressed-at-work

Blog post about burnout - http://www.thecareerhappinessmentor.com/blog/2021/2/12/3-ways-to-make-sure-you-arent-burning-yourself-out-at-this-time 

Stylist article - https://www.stylist.co.uk/health/mental-health/when-to-quit-job-work-for-wellbeing/551145 

Work-related stress article - https://www.priorygroup.com/blog/steps-to-take-if-you-feel-too-depressed-to-work 

Other useful episodes 

1, How to look after your mental health at this time - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-43---How-to-look-after-your-mental-health-at-this-time-eedpfd 

2. Why Resilience is so important in your career - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-63---Why-resilience-is-so-important-in-your-career-ena4o6 

3. Episode with Lizzie Martin - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-104---Returning-to-work-as-a-parent-Interview-with-Lizzie-Martin-e1826qn 

4. Episode with Natasha - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-106---The-impact-of-Psychology-and-how-it-can-help-support-you-with-your-career--Interview-with-Natasha-Tiwari-e1929u7

If you want support with your career I have limited slots right now to find more please see link here http://www.thecareerhappinessmentor.com/careerspowerhour 

In this episode I talk about what is it like being a careers adviser and what it's really like. 

I often get this question a lot and the aim of this episode was to uncover any misconceptions anyone has about careers advisors. As well as share my experiences and what it's been like me to practice as one. 

A summary of what I spoke about is as follows: 

• How we practice careers advice and the training we have 
• What is like for me working as a careers adviser in schools 
• Careers advice for professional women and how I support them 
• Career Counselling and what it involves and how it shows up in my work 
• Careers research and continuous professional development 
• Myths about careers advisers 

Links mentioned in the episode 

Jennifer Kidd careers guidance book  - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Understanding-Career-Counselling-Research-Practice/dp/1412903394 

Personal centred approach link - https://www.the-pca.org.uk/about/what-is-it.html 

Career counselling article - https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/career.html 

CDI website - https://www.thecdi.net 

Other useful episodes 

1. Episode 15 How career advice can help you - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-15---How-can-Careers-Advice-help-you-e4mj0b 

2. Why careers advice is important in schools - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-98---Why-careers-advice-is-important-in-schools-e163j9d 

3. My career story - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-11---My-Career-Happiness-Story-e45qvt 

4. Tips to help parents who want better careers advice for their teenagers - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-99---3-Tips-to-help-parents-who-want-better-careers-advice-for-their-teenagers-e16eea3 

If you have any comments or questions about this episode please email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com