Mama, What's Next? Meaningful Work After Motherhood

Today's co-host is my daughter StellaConnecting with your kids can be super challenging at times when you are super busy.  I get it.Instilling discipline into your child's day-to-day routine and even make it fun, can be even more challenging. And yet- discipline is important for success in life.Not just for our kids - for us too.Many successful people cite discipline as their main key ingredient for success. Discipline gets a bad rap but actually - we can really truly free our mind and boost productivity by creating habits and orderliness that in turn create a free mind and strong foundation for success. And don't get me wrong.. I am not a master at this AT ALL.But it turns out.. my 8-year old daughter Stella is. So we created a 30-Day Challenge that did not just show her how fun commitment and discipline can be, it brought us closer together by doing it together. Highly recommend to any mum looking for a fun way to engage and connect with their children, it was SO much fun. And - we both felt an amazing sense of achievement. This little exercise was GOLD in SO many ways.PS.Your NextRemember: You're not doing this journey alone. Your story matters, your struggles are valid, and your dreams are worth pursuing.Big hugs x Free membership + resources: ⁠⁠Mama, What's Next? ⁠⁠⁠⁠If you have a question or need advice, DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a ⁠⁠1:1 free strategy session⁠⁠ with Melanie ⁠⁠ Loved this episode? Then it would be the greatest gift for me if you subscribe, leave a review, and share this with another amazing mama who’s ready for her next chapter. Your support helps more women find the courage to rewrite their stories. This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linked materials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as a physician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, or treatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.

What if the key to being a better mom isn't working harder,but taking care of yourself first? Today, meet: Moriah from Mighty Mama Coaching in Canada, who works in personal training and health coaching specificallyfor moms. She went from feeling trapped at a desk to helping moms discover that their health isn't selfish, it's the foundation their whole family needs. Moriah's journey is beautifully messy and real. She studiedgraphic design, felt like she was in prison sitting at a desk all day, and had the courage to completely pivot. Through life in England, Costa Rica, and raising a toddler, she discovered her true calling: reminding moms that their health is the heartbeat of their whole family.Key LearningsYour Health = Your Family's FoundationShe says: "Your health isn't just your own. It's the heartbeat of your whole family." When moms prioritize their health, it creates a ripple effect that benefits everyone. You're not being selfish, you're modeling healthy habits and showing up as your best self.Make Fitness Fun, Not a ChoreForget intimidating gym culture. When you enjoy something,you'll actually stick with it. Moriah brings joy and playfulness to fitness because sustainable change happens when it feels good.Start Small, Build MomentumDon't try to transform overnight. Even one or two workoutsper week is better than nothing. Small consistent actions build the momentum that creates lasting change.Strength Training Is Non-NegotiableEspecially after having kids. Think about being able tocatch yourself if you slip on ice at 70, or getting up from the floor without help. It's about staying strong and independent as you age.You Don't Need a GymYou can build strength at home with bodyweight exercises orbasic weights. Your living room works just as well as any fancy gym.Community Changes EverythingWe weren't meant to do this alone. Having people whounderstand your journey makes all the difference, whether it's fitness, career changes, or motherhood.Stop the Comparison Game (and important one for all of us) Stop measuring yourself against people who are 20 stepsahead. The right people will be drawn to YOUR unique approach, not the shiny object everyone else is chasing.Trust Your Body and HeartIf something doesn't feel aligned, your career, workout routine, or life choices, then trust that feeling. It's easier to make a change now than stay uncomfortable and miserable forever.3 Mindset Shifts That Helped This Mom Go from Graphic Designer to Purpose-Driven EntrepreneurYour Next:Remember: You're not doing this journey alone. Your storymatters, your struggles are valid, and your dreams are worth pursuing.Connect with MoriahInstagram: @mightymama_coachingWebsite: mightymama.caTake the Wellness Quiz

Heute gibt es das Intro-Preneur Special mit Nadine Krischke, Teil 1 Nadine Krischke begleitet introvertierte Frauen beim Aufbau ihres Herzensbusiness. Ihr Podcast: Intro-PreneurWorüber sprechen wir? Warum introvertierte Frauen anders gründen und wie der Weg raus aus dem Hamsterrad gelingt. Nadine Krischke teilt ihre Transformation von der Marketingleiterin zum authentischen Business-Coaching.Der Ausgangspunkt liegt bei dir selbstWas willst du? Nicht dein Umfeld, nicht Instagram-Gurus. Deine Werte, deine Vision, deine Aufgabe.Deine Vielseitigkeit ist deine StärkeMulti-passionate? Multi-hyphenate? Das ist kein Fehler, den du reparieren musst. Das ist dein Superpower. (yippee, ich freu mich gleich mit ;-) Ängste sind normal, Lähmung nicht.Zweifel und Unsicherheit gehören dazu. Immer. Problematisch wird's, wenn sie dich komplett blockieren.Gesellschaftliche ErwartungenFamilienmeinungen ("Mach doch was Sicheres!")Innere Glaubenssätze ("Du bist zu sensibel fürs Business")Frauen brauchen andere Ansätze als "Skalier schnell und nimm Tempo auf". Wir funktionieren über Sinn, Erfüllung und Verbindung – nicht primär über Geld.Deine Prioritäten haben sich verschoben? Völlig okay. Du musst nicht von 0 auf 100 durchstarten wie mit 25. Finde dein Modell für deine Lebenssituation.Hochsensibilität und Feinfühligkeit? Du brauchst dir keine dicke Haut zulegen. Diese Eigenschaften sind in einer KI-überschwemmten Welt gefragter denn je.Content-Überschwemmung macht es schwerer, gehört zu werden. Aber: Menschlichkeit wird dadurch noch wertvoller. Echtsein, Verbindung, Vertrauen – das kann keine KI ersetzen.Die Essenz und Key Takeaways:Die drei größten Hürden für Frauen im Business-Coaching sind männliche StrategienAls Mama neu durchstartenBerufliche Neuorientierung für Frauen und MütterDeine stillen Stärken sind Business-Assets KI verändert allesKlingt spannend? Hör rein! PS. heute hatte ich leider kleine Microschwierigkeiten, beim nächsten Mal wieder besser! Links to connect: https://intropreneur-business.deNadine auf LinkedINIf this episode helped you in any way, give it some love so others can find the podcast too! Please subscribe and give us a rating so we can be found by even more listeners.

Program enrolment this week for 5 days ⁠Join the Priority List now for the 6-Week-Co-Creative WebsiteThis week sharing with you our newest program and explain the thing about websites versus social media: you're building a house on rented land when you rely solely on Instagram and TikTok, where algorithms can decide your visibility and less than 2% of your followers actually see your posts. Meanwhile, your website (if built well) can be your sales person 24/7 and your online HQ where visitors spend focused minutes (not distracted seconds) building trust with you before they buy. The magic isn't in creating the perfect website from day one - it's in building something flexible that grows with your inevitable pivots and changes, because every entrepreneur discovers that businesses evolve through trial and error, not perfection. So this radically different program gives you that independence and ownership, letting you update and adapt without bleeding money to developers every time you need to tweak your positioning or add a new offer, which will happen faster than you think.If you are ready to build now - make sure to join the list so you don't miss the launch this week, enrolment is open for 5 days. Big hugs x Free membership + resources: ⁠Mama, What's Next? ⁠⁠⁠If you have a question or need advice, DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a ⁠1:1 free strategy session⁠ with Melanie ⁠⁠ Loved this episode? Then it would be the greatest gift for me if you subscribe, leave a review, and share this with another amazing mama who’s ready for her next chapter. Your support helps more women find the courage to rewrite their stories. This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linked materials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as a physician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, or treatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.

This is a conversation about the divine feminine rising and our mother energyand easily one of the most beautiful conversations I recently had when I was lucky enough to talk with Chris Maddox, founder of the Wild Woman Project, and honestly, I'm still getting goosebumps, when I listened to it now. Chris never planned to create this global movement. She wasjust this young actress in New York City doing a project called "The Vagina Monologues" when she stumbled into her first women's circle. The amazing part is, it only started with 'One vision of golden circles of light' scattered across the world later, and she's now trained hundreds of women in 26 countries to lead their own circles.We talked about:The power of speaking your truth out loud with other women (I can tell you - it's amazing, I just did it with total strangers and have been to a women's truth gathering circle myself recently here in Mallorca and Chris put into words exactly what I experienced) When you sit in that circle and share your deepest fears with women that you don't know, essentially, there's something so magical in this whole experience.It looks so simple from the outside, but you walk away from this experience so strengthened inside. It has really touched me like to my core. Chris says it perfectly: when you speak from your heart in circle and it's witnessed, "it fortifies it in a way that's different than your own personal practice." Those passing pieces of guidance that come through? They become real, tangible, life changing. We talk about her beautiful path from actress to women's circle leader. If you're one of those women, you know, like the seekers, where you're standing at the edge of becoming and sometimes you just can't really grasp the thing just yet. Like you know that there's something there, that something is calling you, but you're not quite there yet... Chris has the most beautiful advice. She talks about cultivating that conscious relationship between your mind and your inner guidance system. "Things take the time they take," she says, quoting Mary Oliver. But while you're being patient with the process, gather the clues. Notice what lights you up, what moves you, what you keep being drawn to.Meet Chris Maddox here: Instagram WebsiteWildwomanfestThrough our hearts and our Circles, from our homes around the world, Wild Women Unite.Free membership + resources: Mama, What's Next? ⁠⁠If you have a question or need advice, DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 free strategy session with Melanie ⁠⁠ Loved this episode? Then it would be the greatest gift for me if you subscribe, leave a review, and share this with another amazing mama who’s ready for her next chapter. Your support helps more women find the courage to rewrite their stories. This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linked materials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as a physician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, or treatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.

What I've been doing every morning.. I wake up and before I even get out of bed, I meditate for 10-15 minutes while my daughter is asleep. I put on my headphones and use a Joe Dispenza meditation. Then after I drop her at school, I come home, make breakfast and coffee, and I sit down for just 10 minutes to journal (I really do! before I start anything else)Here is something I started doing in AugustIt's a little thing I borrowed from Brian Tracey. Every single morning, I write down my 10 most important goals like they've already happened. I write them in present tense, with so much gratitude, as if I'm already living them. And I don't look at what I wrote the day before. That's the trick.. then the magic happens.Have a listen, this exercise helped me not just realize what is most important to me currently, it also makes me feel grateful and more confident and supported every morning.Highly recommend!! P.S. My Co-Creative 6-Week-Website program for female founders launches in September. Join the priority list at MamaWhat'sNext.com/join if building your online presence feels like one of those goals that keeps showing up and you're finally ready to move out of research and into building supported by an amazing group of women.

Join the Priority List here now to create your soul-aligned website and be the first to get notified when it launches! Do you know that feeling when you've outgrown your role, even when everyone else thinks you should be satisfied? When you sense there's something bigger calling you, but you can't quite put your finger on what it is?That's exactly where my guest Olivia found herself - leading international expansions, closing 175 million euro deals, managing teams across continents. From the outside, it looked like the perfect corporate success story. But inside She knew she was meant for something more.In this episode:How becoming a mom can actually sharpen your focus on what truly matters - no more time for BS, as Olivia puts itWhy moving countries with your family is a completely different game than moving as a single person (and the unexpected challenges nobody prepares you for)The power of looking at struggles as growth opportunities rather than roadblocksHow to build meaningful relationships in your business - because success really comes down to the quality of connections in your lifeWhy competition between women can actually be our greatest catalyst for growth (if we shift how we think about it)The journey from serving large corporations to finding your purpose working with women entrepreneurs - and why that pivot changed everythingKey Takeaways for Career-Transitioning Moms:Surrender the Fear and Serve Something BiggerStop making it about your insecurities and start focusing on how you can serve others. That's where real magic happens.Success comes down to the quality of connections in your life. You don't need many, but make them meaningful.Your Ideal Client Might Surprise You: Don't get too attachedto who you think you should serve. Stay open to who you're actually attracting.Legal Foundation Matters for Online Entrepreneurs: Building an online business requires proper legal groundwork - but it doesn't have to be overwhelming with the right support.About Our GuestOlivia Marcu-Iordănescu is an attorney, entrepreneur, mom, and legal advisor supporting womenentrepreneurs through her platform https://spotlegal.io. She helps streamline legal processes and simplify transactions for technology and online founders. Based in southwest Germany near the French border, she specializes in helping international women navigate the legal complexities of building online businesses.Connect with Olivia Platform: SpotLegal.ioLinkedIn: Olivia IordanescuFacebook: Olivia IordanescuInstagram: @oliviaiordanescuLoved this episode? Then it would be the greatest gift for me if you subscribe, leave a review, and share this with another amazing mama who’s ready for her next chapter. Your support helps more women find the courage to rewrite their stories.Come say Hi! → ⁠⁠Free resources: ⁠Download your Soul's Roadmap⁠⁠⁠→ ⁠⁠Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ ⁠⁠Book a ⁠1:1 free clarity session⁠ with Melanie  This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linked materials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as a physician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, or treatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.

Join the Priority List now to create your soul-aligned website and be the first to get notified when it launches!You know that feeling when you're sitting in your comfortable life, but deep down you know there's something more calling you? That restless energy that whispers "this isn't it" even when everything looks perfect on paper? That's exactly what happened to my guest Ioana Wilkinson. She had the house, the stable teaching job, the "should be happy" life - and yet something inside her was screaming for freedom, for travel, for a completely different way of living.⁠Have you done the 90-Second Truth Quiz to Check in with Your Soul? ⁠In this episode, we talk about Ioana's beautiful journey from small-town Texas to Barcelona, Spain - how she left everything behind to chase her dreams, and how becoming a mom during COVID completely shifted her path into freelance writing and location independence, building a career in your suitcase. We chat about the identity crisis that can come with motherhood, the fear of losing your freedom, and how spirituality became the foundation for building a business and life that actually works.This conversation goes places most career podcasts won't -we're talking about prayer as business strategy, about hearing God's voice in major decisions, and about that moment when you realize you're never actually alone. Why "I will make a way for you" became Ioana's anchor through the scariest decisionsHow to use intuition and prayer as actual business strategy (seriously)The difference between fear marketing and desire marketing - and why it matters for your soulWhy surrendering control actually gives you more power in business and lifeHow to trust that inner voice when it's telling you to make a major life change - even when it seems crazy to everyoneelse How Ioana replaced her teaching income within months through freelance writing - starting with zero experienceThe power of win probability and why responding to existing opportunities beats cold pitching every timeHow to build a business that travels with youEnjoy x MeliReady to explore freelance writing as your path to your own freedom? Then connect with Ioana and learn more about her courses and coaching here: Follow Ioana's journey on Instagram: ioana_writingbusinesscoach Check out her freelance writing profile or book content orders on LinkedIn:  Ioana WilkinsonBook freelance writing mentorship (where I work with you 1:1 to build your freelance writing business) ioana@innovatechcontent.com or ioanawilkinson@gmail.com Buy her self-paced course (the ultimate step-by-step guide to building your freelance writing business) ioana@innovatechcontent.com or ioanawilkinson@gmail.com 

Join the Priority List now to create your soul-aligned website and be the first to get notified when it launchesIn this episode, we talk about Ioana's beautiful journey from small-town Texas to Barcelona, Spain - how she left everything behind to chase her dreams to build a career in a suitcase. If you're listening to this as a working mother, maybe feeling lost in a job that doesn't fulfill you, or maybe freelancing but feeling like you're constantly on a hamster wheel, I want you to know that there's another way.You can build systems that protect you. You can create products from your expertise. You can set up streams of income that don't require you to trade every hour for a dollar. It's not easy, and it's not instant, but it's absolutely possible.Key Takeaways: Scarcity kills sustainability: You cannot build a lasting intuitive business based on fear and short-term thinkingContracts are your safety net: Short-term projects are fine for short-term money, but long-term success requires protective agreementsSystems trump scrambling: The All-In system emerged from crisis but became the foundation of consistent client acquisitionProfessional relationships require mutual respect: If you give notice, they should tooPassive income is possible: Digital products can create freedom while you focus on familyTeams amplify your impact: You don't have to do everything yourself – collaboration accelerates successRisk-taking is essential: The biggest breakthroughs come from the biggest leapsMindset creates possibilities: Believing in endless possibilities isn't naive – it's necessary for growthHow to build a business that travels with youEnjoy x MeliReady to explore freelance writing as your path to your own freedom? Then connect with Ioana and learn more about her courses and coaching here: Follow Ioana's journey on Instagram: ⁠ioana_writingbusinesscoach ⁠Check out her freelance writing profile or book content orders on LinkedIn:  ⁠Ioana Wilkinson⁠Book freelance writing mentorship (where I work with you 1:1 to build your freelance writing business) ⁠ioana@innovatechcontent.com⁠ or ⁠ioanawilkinson@gmail.com⁠ Buy her self-paced course (the ultimate step-by-step guide to building your freelance writing business) ⁠ioana@innovatechcontent.com⁠ or ⁠ioanawilkinson@gmail.com⁠ 

You know that feeling when someone asks "What do you do?" and suddenly you freeze because you don't have ananswer anymore? Or when you wake up in the morning and for a split second forget that you don't have that job to go to anymore? If you've ever lost a job that meant everything to you, you'll know it's not just about the paycheck. It's aboutlosing your whole sense of who you are.Today I want to talk about something most of us never prepare for - career grief. The real, deep sadness that happens when we lose not just our income, but our identity, our sense of belonging, our whole sense of purpose. And why it's completely normal to feel like you're mourning something that was never supposed to die. Today I speak with Laverne McKinnon who spent years climbing the ladder in entertainment at CBS, helping develop shows like CSI and Criminal Minds. She was the person advocating for writers, championing stories, literally changing people's careers. Until the day she was asked to leave. Today she helps people feel their way through sad times like this, understand career grief and rebuild their life to rise up again. We talk about why career loss hits so deep. She explains to me what disenfranchised grief means, a new term I learned. Today was another beautiful conversation with someone that chose to dedicate their life and career to helping other people rebuild theirs - and how lucky am I that I get to speak to these beautiful souls, just like Laverne. Enjoy x Mel If Laverne's story resonated with you and you want to learn more about her work with career grief, you can find her on LinkedIn at Laverne McKinnon, IG on https://www.instagram.com/lavernemckinnon or visit her website at https://lavernemckinnon.com, or join her community on Substack athttps://moonshotmentor.substack.com where she offers workshops, meditations, and ongoing support for just $5/monthFree membership + resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you have a question or need advice, DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a 1:1 free strategy session with Melanie → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com/book-a-free-strategy-call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Loved this episode? Then it would be the greatest gift for me if you subscribe, leave a review, and share this with another amazing mama who’s ready for her next chapter. Your support helps more women find the courage to rewrite their stories. This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linked materials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as a physician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, or treatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.

You're sitting there with your coffee getting cold, scrolling through job ads that used to make your heart race. But now? Nothing. Just this heavy feeling in your chest because the work that once fit you perfectly feels like it belongs to someone else entirely.I've been exactly where you are right now. After my daughter was born, I had twenty years of marketing experience under my belt—work I absolutely loved. But when I sat down to go back, it hit me like a truck. I had changed so much, but I hadn't updated my work to match who I'd become as a mother.And here's what I realized sitting on my bedroom floor two and a half years ago, feeling completely lost: your comfort zone isn't keeping you safe. It's quietly stealing your dreams, one "maybe next year" at a time.Why staying comfortable is actually the most dangerous thing you can do (for yourself and your family)I talk about how we tell ourselves we're being practical, being smart, waiting for the right time. But really? We're just scared. And while we're waiting to feel ready, our kids are growing up and we're staying stuck.The inner work that actually changes everythingI share exactly what I did when I realized I couldn't keep living this way—the journaling, the reading, the coaching that helped me see what I really wanted. Not what I thought I should want, but what actually lit me up inside.How I landed my dream job in a field I'd never worked inThis part still gives me chills. I flew back to Australia with my baby, no job, no apartment—just this deep knowing that I was on the right path. And six months later, I was working in corporate social responsibility, doing work that stretched me every single day.Your next step (because I know you're ready)I give you simple, doable things you can start this week. Not overwhelming stuff—just gentle pushes that will get you moving toward work that actually fits who you are now."If your old career doesn't fit anymore, it's not because something's broken. It's because you have evolved.""Most people don't regret the things they did. They regret what they didn't do.""You have to move before readiness shows up."Come find me: Join our free community at MamaWhatsNext.com where you'll meet other mamas figuring out their what's next, just like you.The book that's changing my life right now: "It's Your Dream" by Simon Squibb—seriously, go get this. His TikTok is incredible too.Need someone to walk beside you?I offer one-on-one coaching because I know what it's like to feel completely lost and have to start over. I've done it multiple times, across four countries, often as a single mom. I see your potential even when you can't. hey@mamawhatsnext.comLet's stay connected:Free membership: MamaWhatsNext.comShare this with a mama who needs to hear itLeave a review if this touched your heartFree membership waitlist: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Complimentary download: ⁠⁠Free Discovery Pages to start your NEXT⁠⁠If you have a question or need advice, DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a 1:1 free 30min strategy session with Melanie → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com/book-a-free-strategy-call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linked materials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as a physician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, or treatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.

⁠Have you done the 90-Second Truth Quiz to Check in with Your Soul? ⁠I just had an inspiring conversation with Helen Zimprich that I can't wait to share with you. Originally born in Germany, Helen is a mother of three who made a successful career transition at 40+ from stay-at-home mom to certified parenting coach. Living in Lebanon for 13 years, Helen shares her journey of trusting her intuition, building confidence, and creating a growing business in just six months. It seems with the right mindset and energy - anything is possible! The Real Message I took away from this conversation is that everything we need is already inside us. We just need to quiet the external noise and trust that inner voice. Whether it's knowing how long to breastfeed, when to start a new career, or how to guide our children - the answers are there if we're brave enough to listen. Starting Over at 40 (And Why It's Perfect!)Helen's story is proof that it's never too late to step into your purpose. At 40-something, she's building a business, showing up authentically on social media every single day, and making a real impact in families' lives.If you're feeling called to something but doubting yourself, let Helen's story be your reminder that you can have everything - maybe just not all at the same time. And that's perfectly okay.Helen was recently recognized as one of the top 100 influencers for 2025 by Global Woman Club.Key takeaways:Career change after 40: Why it's the perfect time to start overBuilding confidence as a mother: Trusting your parenting instinctsMindset and manifestation: Using these tools with children and in businessSocial media strategy: Authentic content creation for new entrepreneursNetworking for moms: Finding your target audience effectivelyWork-life balance: Managing business growth with family responsibilitiesYour 40s are perfect for starting a business - You have wisdom, patience, and life experience that your 20s lackedTrust your parenting intuition - You have all the instincts you need; learn to listen to your inner voice over external adviceConsistency beats perfection - "If you don't stop, you cannot fail" - show up daily on social media and in your businessAuthentic content connects - Write in your own voice and share your real experiences rather than using AI-generated contentYou can have it all, just not all at once - It's okay to focus on family first and career laterFind Helen Zimprich on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook for daily parenting tips and inspiration for mothers ready to trust their instincts.Join Helen's THRIVE Program - only in June for 50% off - to join contact Helen via contact@helenzimprich.comMore info about the program you'll find here https://helenzimprich.com/servicesPerfect for: Mothers considering career change, stay-at-home moms ready to start businesses, parents seeking confidence in their parenting approach, women over 40 looking for inspiration to pursue their dreams.Free membership waitlist: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Complimentary download: ⁠Free Discovery Pages to start your NEXT⁠If you have a question or need advice, DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a 1:1 free 30min strategy session with Melanie → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com/book-a-free-strategy-call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Loved this episode? Then it would be the greatest gift for me if you subscribe, leave a review, and share this with another amazing mama who’s ready for her next chapter. Your support helps more women find the courage to rewrite their stories. This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linked materials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as a physician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, or treatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.

In today's episode, I share:Why you don't need a 10-step plan - Just one brave step can shift your energy into the right directionJoy blockers vs. joy builders - How to identify what's draining your energy and what energizes youThe power of tiny steps - Why small actions create momentum toward meaningful changeHow to reconnect with joy - Practical visualization techniques to create more freedom in your mind and lifeGetting specific about what's holding you back - Questions to uncover the root causes of dissatisfactionYour micro mission - A simple journaling exercise to move you closer to your next chapterFinding purpose through work - My personal journey toward more meaningful career choicesJoin our free membership at MamaWhatsNext.com to connect with like-minded mothers and access helpful guidance to navigate your next steps with confidence!Big hugs, Mel xFree membership waitlist: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Complimentary download: Free Discovery Pages to start your NEXTIf you have a question or need advice, DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a 1:1 free 30min strategy session with Melanie → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com/book-a-free-strategy-call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Loved this episode? Then it would be the greatest gift for me if you subscribe, leave a review, and share this with another amazing mama who’s ready for her next chapter. Your support helps more women find the courage to rewrite their stories. This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linked materials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as a physician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, or treatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.#MeaningfulWork #WorkingMothers #CareerChange #JoyAtWork #PurposefulCareer #MidlifeCareerTransition #MamaWhatsNext #NewChapter #FindYourJoy

Have you ever thought to yourself: Why am I not further along in my career by now? Why am I not working in that particular role I always thought I'd end up in? Why am I not working for a company that really inspires me? Why am I not leading a team yet? Why am I not where I want to be?You're working hard, you're managing so much, especially as a mom. For your family, your household, your work – you're doing all the things, but you still feel you're not quite there yet.In this podcast episode, I'll share:What might be sneaking in without you noticingWhy waiting to feel "ready" is a trap that never endsHow to recognize when you're sabotaging your own progressThe 60% rule A simple 3-step plan to break out of your comfort zoneWhat specific action you can take THIS WEEK to live more courageouslyDon't wait until it's too late and look back thinking, "I wish I would have played by my own rules, I wish I would have taken that step, I wish I would have been braver." This is your movie – make it one worth remembering :) Hugs, Mel xFree membership + resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you have a question or need advice, DM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠Book a 1:1 free strategy session with Melanie → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com/book-a-free-strategy-call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Loved this episode? Then it would be the greatest gift for me if you subscribe, leave a review, and share this with another amazing mama who’s ready for her next chapter. Your support helps more women find the courage to rewrite their stories. This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linked materials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as a physician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, or treatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.

Join the Priority List now to create your soul-aligned website and be the first to get notified when it launches!Kennst du das Gefühl? Du stehst beruflich irgendwie auf der Stelle und fragst dich, warum du noch nicht da bist, wo du eigentlich sein willst? Du gibst alles für deine Familie, deine Kinder, im Job, zu Hause – aber irgendwas hält dich immer wieder zurück.In dieser Folge spreche ich darüber, was viele von uns betrifft, ohne dass wir es merken: Wir bleiben einfach viel zu oft in unserer Komfortzone.In dieser Podcastfolge erfährst du:Warum deine Komfortzone dich beruflich ausbremstWeshalb das Gefühl von "bereit sein" niemals kommtWarum Männer oft schneller vorankommen (obwohl sie nicht besser qualifiziert sind)Meinen 3-Schritte-Plan, um aus deiner Sicherheitszone auszubrechenEine Mini-Challenge, die du DIESE WOCHE umsetzen kannst, die sofort dein Berufsleben verändert.Ich kenne es selbst: Ich habe mich im Corporate-Umfeld oft klein gehalten, bei Meetings lieber leise daneben gesessen, neue Projekte mit Scheinwerferlicht auf mich abgelehnt. Dabei kommt das Gefühl, wirklich bereit zu sein, niemals! Selbst diesen Podcast zu beginnen, bedeutete einer meiner größten Ängste zu überwinden - in ein Mikrofon zu sprechen. Doch das Wundervolle: Mit jedem Mal wird es einfacher. Genau wie meine Tochter, die leidenschaftliche Turnerin, die nach zwei Wochen täglichem Üben plötzlich nicht nur den Handstand schafft, sondern sogar darüber flippen kann – unsere Kinder sind wirklich die besten Lehrer!Bereits Mitte 20 hat mir eine Kollegin gesagt: "Es ist dein Film, du bist die Hauptfigur. Schreib das Drehbuch so, dass du begeistert bist von deinem Leben!" Viel Spaß bei der heutigen Podcastfolge. Free membership + resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a 1:1 free strategy session with Melie → ⁠⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com/book-a-free-strategy-call⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Melie on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Loved this episode? Then it would be the greatest gift for me if you subscribe, leave a review, and share this with another amazing mama who’s ready for her next chapter. Your support helps more women find the courage to rewrite their stories. This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linked materials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as a physician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, or treatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.

Wenn du gerade mit einem beruflichen Neustart liebäugelst aber Angst vor dem finanziellen Risiko hast, dann möchte ich dir heute ein paar Tips mit auf den Weg geben. In dieser Folge spreche ich darüber, wie du als Mutter deinen Karrierewechsel strategisch angehen kannst, ohne dich finanziell ins Glatteis zu begeben.Erfahre, warum viele von uns (besonders Mamas) in Jobs feststecken, die uns nicht erfüllen, und wie du mit einem klaren Plan und Selbstvertrauen deinen Weg zu mehr beruflicher Erfüllung findest - ohne finanzielle Sorgen.Ich teile mit dir:Wie du einen Mama-Karriere-Check für dich selbst durchführstWarum ein finanzielles Polster dir Freiheit gibtWie Nebenprojekte dir als Brücke dienen könnenDie Bedeutung gezielter WeiterbildungTiefgründiges Netzwerken statt oberflächlichem Small TalkWarum ein Plan B dir Sicherheit gibtDenk daran: Du fängst nicht von vorne an, sondern mit einem reichen Erfahrungsschatz! Baby Steps bringen dich weiter als du denkst, und ja - du darfst experimentieren und deinen Weg finden, auch mit Kind.Das Leben ist ein Abenteuer - probiere dich aus und hab Spass! Free membership + resources: ⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com⁠⁠⁠Book a 1:1 free strategy session with Melie → ⁠⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com/book-a-free-strategy-call⁠⁠⁠Follow Melie on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ Loved this episode? Then it would be the greatest gift for me if you subscribe, leave areview, and share this with another amazing mama who’s ready for her nextchapter. Your support helps more women find the courage to rewrite theirstories. This podcast is for informational, educational, andentertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linkedmaterials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute forprofessional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as aphysician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, ortreatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.

How to Change Careers Without Financial Freefall – A Practical Guide for Moms Ready for More and changing careers in your 40sWelcome back to Mama What’s Next — the podcast for modern mothers who are ready to rediscover themselves and step into their new chapter of life and career.In this heartfelt and practical solo episode, your host Melie dives deep into how to make a career pivot without sacrificing your financial security. Whether you're feeling still in a toxic job you've been wanting to leave for years or dreaming of a more aligned path, this episode is packed with honest wisdom, practical tips you can implement when making a career change and loving encouragement to help you take your next steps.The #1 mistake women make when changing careers—and how to avoid itWhy waiting for perfect clarity gets you nowhere (and what to do instead)How to create a 6-month financial runway so you can transition smart, not scaredThe importance of self-discovery through personality tests (like CliftonStrengths)How to explore new passions while still working your day jobWhy side hustles and test-driving new paths can be your secret weaponThe power of visualization and energy work to stay grounded and intentional during changeWhether you're exploring a new career after maternity leave, changing careers in your 40s or craving more fulfilment in your life and work—this episode is your permission slip to move forward without guilt, overwhelm, or pressure to have it all figured out.CliftonStrengths Assessment (StrengthsFinder)⁠Free membership + resources: ⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com⁠⁠Book a 1:1 free strategy session with Melie → ⁠⁠MamaWhatsNext.com/book-a-free-strategy-call⁠⁠Follow Melie on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ Loved this episode? Then it would be the greatest gift for me if you subscribe, leave areview, and share this with another amazing mama who’s ready for her nextchapter. Your support helps more women find the courage to rewrite theirstories. This podcast is for informational, educational, andentertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linkedmaterials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute forprofessional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as aphysician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, ortreatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.

Your Purpose Lives Next to Your PainToday’s episode is straight from my heart — it's inspired by a TikTok Wisdom I discovered that made me think about my purpose differently.It was a video by Dan Martell — author, coach, entrepreneur — and he said something I just had to share with you:"Purpose sits next to the very worst thing that's ever happened to you."Whew. I know. In this episode, I unpack that powerful idea — what it means to me, and how it might just help you find your higher calling, especially if you’re a mama trying to rebuild, rediscover, or explore your purpose beyond motherhood.I talk about:How your deepest pain can become your greatest giftThe questions to ask yourself to uncover your purposeWhy becoming the person you once needed is the most powerful transformationHow this journey ties into the mission behind Mama What’s Next — and why supporting mothers in their careers isn’t optional, it’s essential (for all of us)Whether you’ve ever felt like the black sheep in your family, or you’re navigating big changes, I see you. I feel you. And I want you to know — you are not alone.So let's take a walk — and let’s catch up.And hey — if you have enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a quick review, or share this with someone who needs a little sunshine today. 💛Sending love,Melie x#RediscoverYourself #MomIdentity #WhatsNext Connect with me on social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linked materials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as a physician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, or treatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.

This episode I have recorded in 15 Minutes. The idea for it came to me in exactly 3 minutes. The best, most surprising, magical 3 minutes. At the end of the 3 minutes - I sat in my car, crying. I have to thank Cathy Heller for it. I recently bought a virtual retreat from Cathy for a special of 26$. It was the best 26$ I ever spent. The online sessions and exercises she shared were amazing. I felt the energy she activated in me. Very special.One of the exercises she made us do was a creative play to help us find our flow state. To connect to spirit. To be brave and create messy work. Because messy work means you end up doing the work. Messy work means, you actually put it out in the world. Which is why I really want to share this with you. Because I believe if you turned on the music and started creating something out of nothing for 3 minutes - who knows what would happen? So - you have 3 minutes. 3 minutes to start something out of nothing. Write, sing, draw. I sat in my car. So I started to tell a story.Listen to my story and what happened. To me, it was quite magical. Love, Mellie#RediscoverYourself #MomIdentity #WhatsNextPS. If you want to make my day, just scroll down through the episode listings to the Ratings and Reviews section (it's hiding near the bottom!), sprinkle me with a 5-star review, and leave me a little note if you like. Sending you big hugs and a huge thank you! Connect with me on social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linked materials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as a physician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, or treatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.

In this episode, I’m diving into something that’s always been a game-changer for me—fun at work. In particular - Why Having More Fun Makes You More Successful.You know I’m all about bringing joy and meaning into everything I do, and today, I’m sharing a personal story about why fun has always been the key for me, particularly in my work.There’s actually some solid research backing this up! There is a straight correlation between fun and job satisfaction. A recent study looked at how adding fun to the workplace impacts job satisfaction. Turns out, it’s not just about ping-pong tables and happy hours—what really makes a difference is a friendly environment, recognition, and rewards. Basically, when employees feel valued and appreciated, they’re happier and more productive. Makes sense, right? I was lucky enough to work at several companies across my career where I experienced this kind of fun and recognition.The study surveyed people across different generations and job roles, and the results were crystal clear—when work feels enjoyable, people stick around longer and perform better. And honestly, who doesn’t want that? But, of course, it’s all about balance—workplace fun should align with company goals and be inclusive for everyone.So, let’s chat :)Mel(Study: HOW FUN AT WORKPLACE IMPACTS EMPLOYEE'S JOB SATISFACTION, Halawi, AliPreview author details.  Revista de Gestão Social e Ambiental; São Paulo Vol. 18, Iss. 2,  (2024)PS. If you want to make my day, just scroll down through the episode listings to the Ratings and Reviews section (it's hiding near the bottom!), sprinkle me with a 5-star review, and leave me a little note if you like. Sending you big hugs and a huge thank you! Connect with me on social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Any information shared here, or through linked materials, is meant to provide general guidance and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional, such as a physician, therapist, or coach, for personalized support, diagnoses, or treatment. Use this information at your own discretion and risk.