3 Lessons I've learnt from being an imperfect Mother

This Sunday was Mother’s Day in the US and Australia and with it came the deserved deluge of gratitude and recognition of the sacrifices Mother’s make everyday for their children and their families.  It was lovely to see the many messages of love, respect and affection for Mother’s on social media this weekend and I know when it’s Mother’s Day in the UK and I receive the same, it’s a touching time.  But I’ve also been on the receiving end of a much more negative and pervasive emotion as a Mother on an almost daily basis – Mummy Guilt.

What we do for a living doesn't define us

One of the biggest lessons from my own professional journey is that our 'day job' doesn't define us and recognising and reminding ourselves of this is essential to maintaining a healthy perspective. 

I know, this sounds obvious, we all know work isn't life, right?

But some days, when you're immersed in a career that all but consumes you, that perspective can be difficult to keep sight of.

Are you ready to change your professional future? Dare to imagine your perfect day

"They say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself" Andy Warhol, American Artist, Director and Producer.

Are you looking for inspiration on what to do next in your career?

Do you feel disconnected from your current career, disillusioned or disappointed with your role and unsure of what to do next? 

Do you know you need to change your role, profession or organisation to achieve success that is meaningful to you?

Do you feel stuck and unsure of what to do about it? 

Step into the Future You Want to Create

Driving significant change in our lives is hard.  It's hard because there are so many forces to pull us back to what we know, even if what we know is not what we want.  It's even harder if, on the surface your life looks great  with a successful career and creature comforts 

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  33. GREAT MEETING!!! When was the last time you really thought that?
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