Mambition

This week Tiffany and Alex chat sit down with Tanya Edgar—ex-West End actress turned top-performing saleswoman, coach, and entrepreneur. Tanya shares her journey of career reinvention, from performing on stage to leading sales teams and coaching C-suite executives.

Tanya discusses the challenges of managing multiple roles—business owner and mother of two—while maintaining balance, motivation, and discipline. She offers insights on embracing a portfolio career, managing overwhelm, and staying organized.

Whether you're navigating a career transition, considering entrepreneurship, or balancing work and family, this episode offers practical wisdom and inspiration.

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In this episode of Mambition, Tiffany and Alex sit down with Linda Scott, Namibia’s High Commissioner to the UK, to explore how she’s balanced a 30+ year diplomatic career with motherhood.

From Cuba to Sweden to Ethiopia, Linda’s journey is filled with lessons on discipline, flexibility, and the importance of psychological support for children. She also shares her go-to self-care routines, including swapping yoga mats for weight training to maintain her well-being.

Whether it’s managing tantrums or navigating life in 13 different countries, Linda offers practical tips and a healthy dose of laughter as she reflects on juggling global affairs and family life.

Tune in for wisdom, inspiration, and a few laughs along the way!

In this short yet sweet solo episode, with Alex at the Great North Run, Tiffany shares four mindset shifts that have truly leveled up her perspective as a working mother.

She talks about shifting from chasing social media validation to creating purposeful content, embracing gratitude as she approaches her 35th birthday, taking bold career risks, and moving from external validation to self-worth.

Tune in to hear how these changes have transformed her outlook on life and motherhood!

In this heartfelt episode of Mambition, Tiffany and Alex sit down with Ruth, a remarkable mother and Vice Principal of a highly ranked college, whose experiences of grief and loss have inspired her to push her limits in extraordinary ways. Ruth shares how completing the London Marathon seven times and the Great North Run thirteen times has helped her cope with stress and navigate the profound challenges she’s faced.

We explore Ruth’s mission to raise £40,000 for mental health charities in honor of her cousin Ged, who tragically died by suicide. With £36,000 raised so far, Ruth reflects on her fundraising efforts, including marathons, charity balls, and more.

Ruth also opens up about the determination and inner strength that drive her, the impact her journey has had on her daughter, and her pride in supporting the charity Mind.

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions about suicide. Please listen with care.

Join us for an inspiring conversation about overcoming grief, finding strength, and making a difference.

In this episode, Tiffany and Alex engage in a powerful conversation with Nabila Salem, President of Revolent Group and a trailblazing leader in her field.

Nabila shares her inspiring journey of resilience and growth, discussing how the loss of her father at a young age shaped her grit and determination. She delves into how embracing discomfort and taking risks led to her remarkable career success and highlights the invaluable role mentors have played in her life.

Nabila also offers candid insights into her transition to motherhood, sharing her unique perspective on balancing a high-powered career with the demands of being a mom.

She addresses the challenges of 'mum guilt' and the societal pressures of "having it all," making this episode a must-listen for ambitious mothers navigating the delicate balance between career and family.

Tune in for an inspiring discussion filled with wisdom, honesty, and empowerment.

In this episode Alex and Tiffany sit down with Leisa Millar, an award-winning writer, editor, and strategist, and the inspiring creator of The SEN Mums' Career Club. Leisa shares her personal journey of raising a child with Kabuki syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that has reshaped her life as both a mother and a professional.

Leisa opens up about the often unseen challenges that come with parenting a child with special educational needs and the emotional adjustments required when the reality of motherhood differs from expectations. She reflects on how these experiences have given new meaning to her career, leading her to embrace her full identity as a working mother.

We also explore the reasons behind her decision to start a podcast dedicated to supporting other working women in similar situations, and how she has found strength and resilience through her challenges. Leisa’s story is a testament to the power of love, a support network and post-traumatic growth, offering hope and inspiration to others navigating the complexities of motherhood and career.

Books mentioned

Invisible Women: Exposing Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Carolina Criado Perez.

Pregnant Then Screwed: The Truth About the Motherhood Penalty and How to Fix It by Joeli Brearley

Our Alterred Life: A mother's heartbreak and the boys who saved her by Charlie Beswick

In this episode, Tiffany and Alex reflect on a recent event in the UK and share key lessons they've learned on balancing motherhood, career, and personal growth.

They reflect on how the less-than-glamorous jobs of their past have unexpectedly equipped them with valuable skills for the present. The conversation then shifts to the beauty of embracing the inevitable chaos that comes with juggling multiple roles.

As they put it, “You can’t savor the joys without navigating the juggle. You can’t have the cuddles without embracing the chaos.”

Tune in for a candid discussion on owning your journey and finding strength in every messy, beautiful moment.

Book mention " When She’s in the Room: How Empowering Women Empowers the World - Edwina Dunn.

In this episode, Alex and Tiffany address mothers with ambitions, challenging the belief that who we are and what we have is not enough. Society often conditions us to think that greatness lies beyond our reach, perpetuating a never-ending quest for external validation.

Sadly many of us are confined by self-imposed limits, feeling paralyzed and powerless to change our circumstances. This episode is about breaking free from those constraints. We dive into the transformative power of granting yourself permission to chase your dreams while navigating the demands of motherhood.

Join us as we share inspiring stories and practical tips on overcoming self-doubt, setting boundaries, and prioritizing your goals. Learn how to balance being a dedicated mom and an ambitious achiever, embracing your full potential without guilt.

Tune in for an empowering discussion that will inspire you to redefine your limits and thrive.

Join hosts Tiffany and Alex on this inspiring episode of Mothers with Ambition as they sit down with Yasmin Sampson-Da Rocha, The Career & Leadership Coach for Generalists. Yasmin shares her journey of leaving the corporate world to pursue her passion for helping generalists find fulfilling careers that align with their passions and desired impact.

In this episode, Yasmin discusses the transformative power of 'soft skills,' which she aptly redefines as 'power skills,' and explores the roots of her unwavering confidence.

She also opens up about how motherhood has reshaped her views on ambition and shares a practical exercise designed to help mothers determine their next steps in their personal and professional lives.

Tune in for valuable insights and actionable advice to help you take charge of your career and make meaningful changes that resonate with your true self.

Join Tiffany and Alex as we celebrate a major milestone—making it past episode 21!

According to a podcast study by Amplifi Media, 90% of podcasts don’t get past episode 3, and another 90% quit after 20 episodes. By publishing 21 episodes, we’re proud to be in the top 1% of podcasters!

In this special episode, we discuss what has kept us going despite balancing other priorities like family, children, and full-time work.

We also dive into the power of being consistent, starting new habits and share insights from James Clear's book, Atomic Habits.

Tune in to discover the mindset and strategies that have helped us stay consistent and come this far.