The four questions employers need to ask their team
Let me ask you a couple of quick questions before we get started. Do you feel like your workplace has a positive influence on your well-being? Do you think your colleagues understand the responsibilities you have outside of the day job? How you answer this is key to...
Why every employer needs a Parent and Carer Group
Over the ten years of The Balance Collective, I’ve had many opportunities to speak at employers and industry Parent and Carer Groups. To share a range of topics around careers, balance, confidence and returning to work. Sometimes, there isn’t a Parent & Carer...
Employment law changes ALL parents need to be aware of
This week, thanks to a range of campaigners, industry bodies and a small group of forward-thinking MPs, we see some major changes to employment law, that YOU need to know about. When you are considering returning to work, your next job role, or the needs of your...
September Plans – Three things you need to know from The Balance Collective
“Come September, children return to school, grownups to work, and the brain to the head.” Roger Rosenblatt It’s the last days of the summer holidays for us, so my time is split between the last moments of relaxation and desperately finding uniform that fits! I...
August Plans – Four things you need to know from The Balance Collective
August is the border between summer and autumn: it is the most beautiful month I know. – Tove Jansson I’m looking forward to some lovely birthday celebrations, a visit from my sibling, a family holiday and some downtime! Even with all of that planned,...
Seven easy ways to build your confidence
I’ve been speaking with many people about confidence recently. It arises in every aspect of life, both personal and professional. It’s one that, since I began my time in personal development and skills, has always been there. Either people feel like they...
Why this Career Coach is wary of AI
I can see it happening, and I’m sure hiring managers can see it, too. AI is creeping into CVs and applications. At first glance, it seems to make sense. Simply feed the machine the job you want, plus your current CV, and it will create a tailored version to...
The balance benefits of understanding your hormonal cycle
Today, I want to talk about a balance tool that I haven’t discussed in this blog before. It’s something that comes up frequently with my clients during 1:1 coaching sessions and wellbeing workshops. However, it’s a topic that is often shrouded in cultural...
Three literary lessons for International Women’s Day 2025
This year’s International Women’s Day theme is “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights: Equality: Empowerment.” The theme is a driver for a call to action, one that makes a real difference to unlock “equal rights, power and opportunities for all and a feminist future where...
How my coaching helps you Create a Career to Enjoy
I believe that everyone can have a career they enjoy. Work shouldn’t be something to merely endure; it’s a sentiment you’ll see echoed throughout my coaching philosophy. This conviction has been a long-standing one, predating my coaching career....
How I will be managing my time in 2025
This week, I noticed a 10 a.m. slot was free. There were a few options: I could push this out to my clients, add this extra hour to my to-do list, or reclaim my time for myself. What do you think I did? Did you guess right? I removed the slot and reclaimed my time,...About
Clara Wilcox is a straight talking, practical and experienced coach helping clients navigate the tricky waters of returning to work, career changes and professional development. The Balance Collective is a social enterprise focused on improving the lives of parents, by working together to build inner confidence and promote a healthy work/life balance.
Isn't it time to have career to enjoy not endure?
FIND OUT MORE
proudly supported by
