Listen "10 - It’s Not the Glass Ceiling Holding Mothers Back with Tamsin Broster."
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, I’m joined by Tamsin Broster, feminist visibility and confidence coach, former Ministry of Defence leader, mother of two and all-round powerhouse. Tamsin shares her deeply personal story of stepping away from a 20-year civil service career to reclaim her identity, rebuild her confidence and rewrite what success means not just as a mother, but as a woman navigating loss, IVF, leadership, and the complexity of modern motherhood.This is a raw, rich, and honest conversation about what it means to live through matrescence in its fullest expression. From navigating IVF treatments, perimenopause and sandwich caregiving, to ultimately choosing joy and visibility on her own terms.Listen as we we talk about:The hidden toll of IVF while holding a senior roleWhat happens when the "maternal wall" collides with career ambitionResentment, rage, and reckoning with identity after her second childThe legacy she’s intentionally rewriting for her childrenTAMSIN BROSTERTamsin is a feminist visibility and confidence coach who helps womenstop shrinking and become the face of their business. She works withentrepreneurs, creatives, and leaders navigating body image issues,impostor syndrome, and the pressure to look or act a certain way.With a background in MoD Logistics and Commercial support, sheunderstands the leadership challenges women face and the workrequired to shift identity from a long term career into entrepreneurship.Her work is rooted in the belief that the world changes when women stopwaiting to feel ready and start taking up space exactly as they are.Known for her warmth, humour, and straight-talking style, Tamsin bringsa powerful blend of compassion and challenge to every stage.https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsin-broster-1a66a8210/https://www.instagram.com/tamsin_brosterMOTHERS’ HOODWork with me www.mothershood.co.ukCome and find me here: Instagram: @mothers.hoodFacebook: @mothershoodtribe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-murrell-03966132/
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