The Career Happiness Podcast

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

The format of the podcast 1. Intro and why I decided to record this episode 2. Ten Job titles that you may not as familiar with 3.  Explore and conquer ideas about different careers 4.Discovery not fear by helping discover things they are interested in 5. Closing thoughts The 10 unique jobs I mentioned 1. Actuary 2. Civil Service Fast Streamer 3. Engineering geologist 4. Arboriculturist 5. Arbitrator 6.PPC specialist 7. Procurement manager 8. Nanotechnologist 9. Orthoptist 10. Prosthetist Websites to help you research the jobs that I mentioned https://www.city.ac.uk/prospective-students/career-development/pathways/how-to-become-an-actuary#:~:text=Or%20as%20their%20professional%20body,a%20business%20and%20their%20clients.%E2%80%9D https://www.mathscareers.org.uk/i-love-maths/ https://actuaries.org.uk/qualify/become-an-actuary/what-is-an-actuary/ https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/civil-service-fast-streamer https://www.geolsoc.org.uk/Geology-Career-Pathways/Careers/Job-Sectors/Engineering-Geology-Sector#:~:text=Engineering%20geologists%20are%20involved%20in,work%20for%20engineering%20consultancy%20companies. https://universitycompare.com/guides/career/aboriculturist https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/arbitrator https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/how-to-become-ppc-consultant#:~:text=Pay%2Dper%2Dclick%20(PPC,to%20pursue%20this%20career%20path. https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/procurement-manager https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/nanotechnologist#:~:text=Nanotechnologists%20manipulate%20molecules%20and%20atoms,create%20new%20materials%20and%20devices. https://www.royalfree.nhs.uk/services/ophthalmology/orthoptics#:~:text=Orthoptics%20is%20the%20study%20of,disorders%20and%20children's%20visual%20development. https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/allied-health-professionals/roles-allied-health-professions/prosthetistorthotist For more information about working with me Visit my site here – www.somaghosh.com How I support parents - https://www.somaghosh.com/parents-of-teenagers

In this episode I talk to Reena Anand is a Founder & Director of Being Inclusive, a neurodiversity consultancy. The format of this episode and what we talk about is as follows 1. Who Reena is and what she does 2. What neurodiversity is and how can we normalise conversations around this 3. Differences between working with parents and corporate clients and helping these groups with neurodiversity 4. What are some of the things that Reena sees commonly when organisations are dealing with neurodiversity and how can this affect an individual going through this 5.  What advice and support can you suggest for anyone who is newly diagnosed or may think they neurodiverse who are feeling overwhelmed by this 6.  How can we start to look at it differently and also look at why some people don't believe that neurodiversity exists 7. Misinformation around neurodiversity and managing the building blocks around the journey of being diagnosed especially in a world with so much information and how to navigate this 8. The representation of diverse voices within the neurodiverse community and what can we do about this. 9. Reena’s career story and what she was doing before this and how did this compare to the aspirations she had How to stay in touch with Reena and find out more about here LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reenaanand/ Website - https://www.reenaanand.com/

In this episode I spoke to Alyssa Jaffer who is a Global Communications Manager + Freelance Journalist In this episode we talk about the following: 1. Who Alyssa is and what she does 2. Portfolio careers vs Multifaceted careers 3. Why are more people diversifying their careers 4. Alyssa’s career aspirations when she was younger and how did they change when she went to university 5. What is it really like working in Comms and some of the preconceived ideas when it comes to it. 6. What skills are needed for a Comms career and what does Alyssa think about the type of people who should consider this career 7.  How Alyssa manages stressful situations and stress in general in her working life 8. Alyssa’s freelance writing career and how did it start 9. Alyssa shares a story about promoting yourself and pitching in her freelance writing career in linking with comparison and self-doubt 10.  Workplace culture and some of the themes that people should be thinking about right now. How can you connect with Alyssa LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssa-jaffer/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alyssajaff If you have questions about this episode please email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com or soma@somaghosh.com

In this episode I talk about Business burnout and how it can harmful. I also talk about 3 ways to navigate this why it can be harmful if you ignore it. The main format of the episode is as follows: 1. Why I wanted to do this episode 2. What is burnout and how is linked to being a business owner? 3. Three ways to handle it 4. Reasons why it shouldn’t be ignored 5.  Final thoughts Links mentioned in this episode Definition of burnout from the WHO(wealth health organisation)  website https://www.who.int/news/item/28-05-2019-burn-out-an-occupational-phenomenon-international-classification-of-diseases Article about burnout and how it can affect your mental health - https://mentalhealth-uk.org/burnout/#:~:text=or%20higher%20absenteeism-,Why%20is%20burnout%20a%20concern?,any%20other%20working%20status%20group. Episodes that are relevant to this episode 1. Episode 35 - Why good mental health is important in your career and business (Interview with Suzannah Butcher) 2. Episode 130 - Business comparison, what is it and why do we need to stop doing it? 3. Episode 145 - 3 tips to help you have a healthy, happy business mindset Working with to help your business If you are interested in working with me one to one you can apply for a business consultation here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0gpDnDpsF3qZwebagkQ2mQCtIFqvCr-pQDLbP5J1Rfe_P7w/viewform If you have any questions about this episode or the business mentoring I offer please email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com or soma@somghosh.com

In this episode I talk about the following: 1. The Job description and it’s purpose 2. The downside of one mention Rob bakers post 3.Tips on helping you getting a job from the job description 4. Final thoughts thinking beyond the description Links I mentioned in this episode https://www.hrmagazine.co.uk/content/comment/job-descriptions-are-holding-your-organisation-back/ Jobs website I mentioned - https://www.charityjob.co.uk/ https://jobs.britishlegion.org.uk/vacancies/221/admiral-nurse-administrator.html download vacancy pack to read full job description and job specification https://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/48564/ you can download the full job description by downloading the further information document Want to work with me Apply for a consultation here – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1_op9hNEHtgubM1Q5dfspOqSTonc5dsz9ktl1TpVa0Hs/viewform?edit_requested=true&fbzx=1337396816529605572#responses Find out more about The Career Happiness Program here - https://www.somaghosh.com/career-happiness-program If you have any questions about this or anything related to the podcast please contact me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com or soma@somaghosh.com

In this episode we are talking about common misconceptions about vocational careers. The format of this episode is as follows: 1.Introduction to this episode 2. Looking at what a vocational career actually is 3. The misconceptions around Vocational careers 4. How can I support you as a parent of teenager Links I mention in this episode https://www.skillsforcareers.education.gov.uk/pages/training-choice/vtq-vocational-technical-qualification#:~:text=VTQs%20are%20practical%20qualifications%20designed,working%20in%20a%20particular%20industry. https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/vocational-jobs https://www.capel.ac.uk/courses/subject/horticulture-and-professional-landscaping/ https://www.futurefit.co.uk/blog/jobs-without-a-degree/ Other Podcast Episodes linked to this episode Episode 129 - A levels vs BTECs what do you as parent really need to know? Episode 141 - Why college is still an option that many are still not considering enough? Episode 182 - 3 jobs you can get start straight away after your GCSEs Episode 226 - Should you consider T-levels and what are they? How can I support you as a parent of a teenager I offer a few services to parents of teenager around this to find out more about this see full link here - https://www.somaghosh.com/parents-of-teenagers For full details about the parental consultation I offer visit the link here - https://www.somaghosh.com/parental-consultation For full details about the careers advice interview visit the link here – https://www.somaghosh.com/career-advice-service If you have any thoughts or comments about this episode get in touch via email. Email me at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

In this episode we explore if a business lull is normal and when should we be worrying about this. During the course of this episode this is what we explored: 1. What is a business lull? 2. Is it normal to have a business Lull?   3. When should you worry ? 4. Tips and advice to move forward 5. How you can work with me to get business mentoring Episodes I mention that you should also listen to Episode 160 - How to cope with change in business and why it’s actually a good thing? Episode 170 - Should you hire a business mentor? Episode 183 - 3 ways to manage business decline and what can you do about this? Episode 211 - Being a business adviser and key tips on how to thrive as a business owner with Lee Lam How can I support you with your business Find out more about how you can work with me here to apply for a business consultation - https://www.somaghosh.com/women-in-business To apply for apply for a consultation go to the link here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0gpDnDpsF3qZwebagkQ2mQCtIFqvCr-pQDLbP5J1Rfe_P7w/viewform If you have any thoughts or questions about this episode please contact us via email. You can email me at ⁠soma@somaghosh.com⁠ or ⁠soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

In this episode we talk about the truth about of job hunting is it a overcrowded market and if so what can we do about this? 1. Intro to this episode 2. How can negativity bias and the media affect those who are trying to find a job 3. Three Things you need to know right now to help you move forward 4.  Final thoughts Links that you may find useful 1.     What is negativity bias - https://www.scribbr.com/research-bias/negativity-bias/#:~:text=Negativity%20bias%20is%20the%20tendency,over%20neutral%20or%20positive%20experiences. 2.     https://www.benefitnews.com/news/how-to-keep-recruiting-successful-in-an-overcrowded-labor-market 3.     https://www.cnbc.com/2024/02/16/finding-a-job-is-getting-harder-even-in-a-strong-labor-market-heres-why.html 4. https://www.statista.com/statistics/974421/unemployment-rate-uk-by-age/ 5. https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cbp-9366/ Episodes that you may find useful Episode 32 -Are you looking for the wrong type of job? Episode 28 -Why are you really finding job hunting so overwhelming? Episode 215- How to help you find a better job than one you currently have Episode 220- 3 ways to avoid job hunting overwhelm If you have any questions about the podcast please email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com or soma@somaghosh.com

Have you heard of T-levels what are they and what do you need to know as a parent of teenager. 1. Introduction 2. What are T-levels 3. How are they different to other qualifications 4. Why should you consider them/ what can you do after ? 5. Final thoughts Links that I mentioned in this episode and other links you should visit Introduction to what T-Levels are - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/introduction-of-t-levels/introduction-of-t-levels T-levels main website - https://www.tlevels.gov.uk/ House of common technical education in England report - https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cbp-7951/#:~:text=T%20Levels%20are%20two%2Dyear,20%25%20of%20the%20course). Differences between BTECs and T-levels - https://www.vtct.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/T-Levels-Vs.-Apprenticeships.pdf#:~:text=You%20can%20enrol%20on%20a,at%20any%20age%20after%2016.&text=T%2DLevels%20appear%20to%20be,enter%20the%20workforce%20at%2016. Business Management T- Level Qualification at Harrow College – https://www.harrow.ac.uk/courses/business/c-g-level-3-t-level-in-management-and-administration Health with Midwifery T-level course at La Retraite 6 – https://sixthform.laretraite.co.uk/The_Offer/Midwifery/ NHS Health careers website - https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/ Media Content Creation and Production T-level course at Waltham Forest College - https://www.waltham.ac.uk/find-a-course/media/41-level-3/1987-media-content-creation-and-production-t-level-level-3 Difference between T-levels and BTECs -https://www.newvic.ac.uk/careers-blog/2020/9/15/what-is-the-difference-between-the-new-t-levels-and-btecs Episodes that you should also listen to that are linked to this episode 1.  Episode 97- Should I go to university or not? 2.  Episode 129 - A levels vs BTECs what do you as parent really need to know? 3.  Episode 132 - How can an apprenticeship help a young person’s career? 4. Episode 147 - Degree apprenticeships and if they are the future? 5. Episode 222 - Tips and advice about finding a job for Students and Graduates with Gina Visram Services I offer to help parents 1. Parental consultation - https://www.somaghosh.com/parental-consultation 2.  Careers advice service - https://www.somaghosh.com/career-advice-service Any questions about this episode please email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com or soma@somaghosh.com

Format of the episode: 1.  Intro and purpose behind the episode 2. Technology in our lives why do we need it at work (a brief history) 3. 2 ways Technology is helping us 4. 2 ways technology is not helping us Other relevant episodes: Episode 181 - Feeling lonely whilst working in a hybrid role and what to do about it. Episode 188 - Is flexible working really the answer to burnout? Episode 202 - We need to talk about why work colleagues aren’t talking to each anymore? If you have any comments or questions about this episode please email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

In this episode we will exploring why social media is costing you your business. The main format of the episode is as follows: Intro and reason behind the episode Why use social media in your business Why is it costing you?? 3 reasons why it’s costing you How does it impact on your as a business if you don’t use it Final thoughts If you have any questions about this episode please email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com or soma@somaghosh.com

In this episode we explore A levels results day and what you should expect? 1. How are you feeling after your results 2. Did things go according to plan? 3. Troubleshooting for parents what next 4. Next steps and tips to help you How can you get further support through a parental consultation or careers session. Find out more about at the following link - https://www.somaghosh.com/parents-of-teenagers You can learn more about the parental consultation –https://www.somaghosh.com/parental-consultation Careers advice service session - https://www.somaghosh.com/career-advice-service Other links that you may find useful 1. UCAS Clearing - https://www.ucas.com/clearing-launch 2. Degree apprenticeships https://www.ratemyapprenticeship.co.uk/advice/apprenticeships-after-a-levels/ 3. Information about internships - https://www.ucas.com/careers/types-employment/internships 4. Things you can do after your A level results https://www.unitemps.com/career-advice/how-to-decide-what-to-do-after-a-levels/ 5. Internship information and vacancies - https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/work-experience-and-internships/internships 6. Apprenticeship and general advice about not going to university. https://notgoingtouni.co.uk/ Other relevant episodes 1. Episode 97- Should I go to university or not? 2. Episode 98 - Why careers advice is important in schools 3. Episode 114 - Careers advice as a professional in conversation with Susan Smith 4. Episode 162 - What is a degree and how does it compare to an degree apprenticeship? If you have any questions about this episode please email me here at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

In this episode I spoke with Gina Visram. Gina is a career coach and podcaster. The main format of this episode was as follows: 1. Who Gina is and what she does 2. What careers Gina was interested in when she was younger 3.What are some of the challenges that graduates and university students face when job hunting 4. How the media’s portrayal of employment affects students and parents and can at times impact the job hunting process 5. Work experience and Gina’s thoughts around this and how Parents can get work experience for the young people who need it 6. Gina and her reasons for using Tik Tok to help create careers content 7. How can you connect with Gina You can get in touch with Gina in the following ways 1. TikTok -https://www.tiktok.com/@yourcareerandfuture 2.Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/yourcareerandfuture/ 3. LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginavisram/ 4. Website - https://yourcareerandfuture.com/ If you have any comments or questions about the podcast please email us at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com or soma@somaghosh.com

In this episode I talk about 4 way to spot a business influencer The main things I speak about in this episode were: 1. Introduction to the episode this one is a bit longer then usual 2. 4 ways to spot a fake business influencer 3. Some personal stories I have gone through 4.  Closing thoughts about this topic Links and things I mentioned on this episode 1.Instagram fake influencer documentary BBC world service –https://youtu.be/ozF3l2IxwKs?si=BFAYou-DOS1-dVCs     2. How I built this with Guy Raz  interview with Instagram founders - https://youtu.be/hRzoanUMtIw?si=9tyCewssu1zGEnV5 A summary of these tips are below 1. Research the person and be a detective and get to know them over time 2. Look at their website and study it what do there services tell you about them and how are they different 3. Book a call with them and see if you can talk to them 4. How do they promote their business and products 5.  Who are real vs who are fake 6. Is their online persona different to what they are like in real life If you have any questions about this episode please email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com Online personal vs in person

The main format of this episode is as follows: 1. What is job hunting overwhelm? 2. What may causing it ? 3. Three ways to avoid job hunting overwhelm 4. Final thoughts Articles linked to the episode 1. The mental load and men -        https://www.drtracyd.com/blog/opening-tasks#:~:text=As%20a%20result%2C%20men%20may,contribute%20to%20the%20mental%20load. 2.   What is the mental load? -    https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/mental-load-what-it-and-how-manage-it#:~:text=Mental%20load%20typically%20refers%20to,add%20to%20your%20total%20load. 3.  Recent newsletter – https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/career-happiness-success-link-between-two-soma-ghosh-goj9e/?trackingId=v6y24IyvQS255bXRfl7sIg%3D%3D Other episodes to listen to 1. Episode 27 - What are your job hunting goals for 2020? 2. Episode 28 - Why are you really finding job hunting so overwhelming? 3. Episode 32 - Are you looking for the wrong type of job? 4. Episode 119 - 3 Ways to get a promotion and pay rise How can you work with? I have a few spaces for a career consultation if you are interested in finding out more you can apply for one here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1_op9hNEHtgubM1Q5dfspOqSTonc5dsz9ktl1TpVa0Hs/viewform?edit_requested=true&fbzx=1337396816529605572#responses If you have any questions about this podcast please email me at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

In this episode with spoke about the following : 1. Who Asha is and what she does 2. How Asha she uses to support her clients 3. Why Asha became a hypnotherapist and how she started her business 4. The theme of stress and how it plays a role in feeling unhappy at work 5. Hesitancy around investing in Holistic therapies and why this may happen 6. Asha’s purpose in her business and why she does what she does 7. Who, what or why inspires Asha 8. Asha ran a marathon and why she did this 9. Exercise and how it's helped Asha’s wellbeing 10. What has Asha learnt about running a business and how impacted on her 11.  Asha’s Podcast and how you connect with her Find out more about Asha 1.  Connect with Asha on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/asha-berzon-070767179/?originalSubdomain=uk 2. Follow her on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mindability_hypnotherapy/ 3.  Listen to her Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/7qHVxIa0jilcc1jdGcqxec 4.  Visit her Website - https://mindability-hypnotherapy.co.uk/

This is an episode where I spoke about the gender pay gap. The main format of the episode is as follows: 1. What is the gender pay gap and why is still an issue 2. Some stats and where we are now 3. What I have seen in my work 4. Thoughts about reasons moving forward 5. Please share your thoughts about this episode The links and reports and mentioned in this episode 1. The House of Commons Library report on The Gender Pay gap https://researchbriefings.files.parliament.uk/documents/SN07068/SN07068.pdf 2. Guardian article - https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/06/gender-pay-gap-in-great-britain-smallest-since-reporting-first-enforced#:~:text=Almost%20four%20out%20of%20five%20companies%20and%20public%20bodies%20are,in%20Great%20Britain%20in%202018. 3. What is the Gender pay gap report you can watch the full video here  - https://youtu.be/c8iWfECrtNE?si=4sDS9EB9aL_aWlwM Other relevant episodes 1. Episode 66 - Supporting parents with their careers (Interview with Clara Wilcox) 2.  Episode 78 How to be brilliant at balancing your life and career. (Interview with Cherylanne Skolnicki) 3. Episode 101 - Have gender stereotypes changed in the world of work ? 4. Episode 159 - 3 tips to help you prepare for a STEM based career Get in touch what are your thoughts and feeling around this get in touch email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com or soma@somaghosh.com

The main format of this episode is as follows: 1. Introduction to episode 2. Business failure what is it and why can it happen 3.Some key reasons why a business can fail 4. What can you learn moving forward Episodes that you may useful after listening to this episode 1. Episode 155 - 3 reasons why people give up on their businesses way too soon 2. Episode 176 – How to make sure you are using money in your business the right way? 3. Episode 183 – 3 Ways to manage to business decline and what can you do about this. 4. Episode 210 – What does running a business mean to you? Links that I mention in the episode Business that are closing in 2024 - https://www.mylondon.news/news/business/high-street-shops-close-london-28885619 Courageous collective podcast interview where I was interviewed - https://open.spotify.com/episode/3carQTnYnPl31KKSuua46u?si=52aece33429a4c3a How can I support you? I currently have spaces available for my business mentoring if this is something you need support with or are interested in please visit the page here - https://www.somaghosh.com/women-in-business You can apply for a call here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0gpDnDpsF3qZwebagkQ2mQCtIFqvCr-pQDLbP5J1Rfe_P7w/viewform Any questions about the podcast or this episode please email us at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

In this episode we talk about the following: 1. What is work addiction 2. Why are so many people addicted to work? 3. What are the 3 signs to look for 4. Support and advice around this 5.  How can I support you Articles I mentioned in this episode https://www.healthline.com/health/addiction/work#:~:text=Work%20addiction%2C%20often%20called%20workaholism,often%20driven%20by%20job%20successhttps://anywhere.epam.com/en/blog/why-do-people-become-workaholicshttps://www.therecoveryvillage.com/process-addiction/work-addiction/ Other useful articles https://www.who.int/standards/classifications/frequently-asked-questions/burn-out-an-occupational-phenomenon Other useful episodes 1. Episode 73 - Are you a people pleaser at work? 2. Episode 108 - 3 ways to cope with work related stress 3. Episode 156 - How Yoga can help your career and life with Deepa Sapra How to work with me 1. Apply for a consultation here – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1_op9hNEHtgubM1Q5dfspOqSTonc5dsz9ktl1TpVa0Hs/viewform?edit_requested=true&fbzx=1337396816529605572#responses 2. Find out about my professional services for women here - https://www.somaghosh.com/women-in-employment You can connect with me on LinkedIn here – https://www.linkedin.com/in/soma-ghosh-26086638/ Any questions about this episode or working with me email me at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com or soma@somaghosh.com