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,...
Six lessons from six years in business
The end of October marks the point that I left my last employed role. It was scary and felt like a massive step; I continue to be immensely grateful that I can run my own business and that I am still here! Six years on, I often “pinch” myself that I am in this...
Five lessons from five years in business
As the diary creeps around to the end of October, it brings with it a special Anniversary. The date I left my job and went 100% into The Balance Collective! If you haven’t read any of the previous blogs (why not?!) let me give you a quick introduction. In 2015 I was...
Career Journey: From Barrister to Silk Expert
We are back with Career Journeys, featuring the fantastic Sonal Keay. After a fifteen years career in law, a life-altering experience led her to refocus her career and fulfil the entrepreneurial aspirations she had always held. So, if you have always wanted to feel...
Career Journey: Gayle Edwards from GECopywriter
I am proud as punch to be able to kick off the first Career Journey with one of my favourite Copywriters. She truly is an inspiring parent and has helped me enormously with my business. You may not know, but she is THE copywriter that sprinkled her magic on this very...
Inspiring Parent: Kate Curry from The Curry Design Studio
Starting a new business can feel a scary thing! But how does it feel to when your business is growing and developing; so you become an Employer? This month’s Inspiring Parent is Kate Curry from The Curry Design Studio. Kate will share how coaching support was the...
Why the baby loss conversations needs to continue once the awareness week ends
The annual baby loss awareness week (9th – 15th October) is a week that we all wish shouldn’t be needed. But, like many other difficult weeks, it is an essential thing, to break the taboo of the reality of baby loss for many families. You may have already seen the...
Inspiring Parent: From Medical Writer to Photographer
It’s never too late to pivot your career. Yes, you may have already settled into a sector or role but sometimes, just sometimes, those skills that you already have will set you up for the next phase in your career! This month’s Inspiring Parent has built two solid...
From Digital Marketeer to Movement Creator
I’ve been bugging this month’s Inspiring Parent to take part in this blog series, pretty much since I met her three years ago! Her response to a far too common story, where becoming a parent means professional doors are shut, is one I think you all need to hear! But...
Inspiring Parent: Remote Working Business Consultant
Five years into her life as a business owner, Sarah Banks of Bank’s Business Solutions has shown that with a little faith and a lot of courage you can carve out a new career path. Not only has this change helper her build a whole new skills base, but she is able to...
Inspiring Parent: Higher Education to High End Brand
You’ve probably already heard about this month’s Inspiring Parent; if you haven’t heard the name, you will have heard of the brand. Sally Bunkham is the brains behind Mums’ Back, a luxury gift brand that was inspired by her experience as a new mum and the drive to...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.
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