The Career Happiness Podcast

Soma Ghosh
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This podcast is hosted by Soma Ghosh, a Careers adviser who supports women who are unhappy at work. There are solo episodes from Soma about a specific theme that comes up with the clients she supports. Some of themes already covered included bullying at work, redundancy, career change, finding a new job, starting a business etc. Plus insights and stories into how Soma and her guests have been on their own career happiness journey and practical career advice for professional women, parents of teenagers who need careers advice and inspiration for business owners. Copyright 2026 @somaghosh

  1. Oct 22

    Episode 270 - Jobhunting that gives you purpose in these current times with Vardaan Shekhawat

    In this conversation I spoke to founder of UK Jobs insider Vardaan Shekhawat We spoke about a lot of things to help anyone looking for work or struggling to shine on LinkedIn. Plus how you can find true purpose and meaning in what you do. As well as what Vardaan does with his platform to help othersat UK Jobs Insider. The format of the episode consisted of the us talking on these topics: 1.  How Vardaan’s team reached out and reallyaligned with the podcast and why he wanted to be a guest. 2. His mission behind UK Jobs Insider, how itstarted and story behind this. 3.  The skills that helped Vardaan become a business owner 4. How does what Jobs Uk insider support people through the challenge Job hunting in these current times. 5. A.I and jobhunting - how can you use it toenhance your job hunt do this effectively. 6. The types of clients Vardaan supports and why he does this. 7. Gender disparity and bias when job hunting what happens as a result of this. 8. How to use his platform Uk Jobs Insider to help you whilst job hunting 9.  3 valuable lessons Vardaan has learnt in hiscareer 10. Happiness at work and what it means to Vardaan 11.  Where can you connect and find Vardaan   Links to help you connect 1.  LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/vardaanshekhawat4impact/ 2.   Website - https://ukjobsinsider.com/ 3. Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ukjobsinsider/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet  If you have any questions about the podcast or want to find our more please email us at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

  2. Oct 8

    Episode 269 - Update on the Podcast and special announcement

    This is a bit of a different episode this week. Not much of set format but I am sharing an update on the podcast. Plus announcing something that may surprise some of you. I feel very grateful to everyone who supports this podcast and my business. If you want to get in touch about this week's episode you can email me at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com You can also follow and connect with me on LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/soma-ghosh-26086638/ I do have a new episode out in a few weeks with a great guest so please keep your eyes peeled for this.

  3. Aug 27

    Episode 268 - Building your personal brand using LinkedIn and finding your worth with Mehreen Khan

    In this Episode we spoke about the following: 1.  Who is Mehreen and what she does 2.  The women Mehreen supports and what this looks like 3.  LinkedIn and Mehreen’s thoughts on why she loves it so much. 4.  A.I and the impact it’s having on the job market 5.  Key tips on building your personal brand on LinkedIn 6. Tips and advice about a great CV whilst job hunting 7.  The kind of challenges that Mehreen’s clients have and does it reflect what it going on in the world right now. If you want to connect with Mehreen you can connect with her on the following social media platforms. LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehreen-khan-connect/ Instagram - https://www-fallback.instagram.com/mehreenkhan_consulting/ Or visit her website - https://www.mehreenkhan.ca/ If you have any questions about the episode or anything else please email us at soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com or soma@somaghosh.com

  4. Jul 9

    Episode 267 - My experience of burnout and why it’s still so problematic

    In this episode I talk about my own personal experiences of burnout and why it's so problematic. The format of this episode is as follows: Why I wanted to share my burnout stories yes there is morethen one 2 things you can take away straight away Other episodes and resources to help you Closing thoughts Resources I mentioned in this episode 1.   LinkedIn article I have written about burnout - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-we-still-burnout-what-can-do-soma-ghosh-blzre 2.  Mental health UK Burnout report 2026 - https://mentalhealth-uk.org/news-and-insights/burnout-report-2026-high-stress-pushing-workers-into-sick-leave-as-just-one-in-four-feel-mental-health-is-genuinely-prioritised-and-supported-in-the-workplace/ 3.  Symptoms of burnout from Nuffield health - https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/article/what-is-burnout-signs-symptoms-and-coping-strategies Previous episodes about burnout Episode 13 – Five Tips to help you move forward with CareerBurnout Episode 265 – Mean workplace culture How to work with me If you want to work with me 1-1 I have 1 space available onmy Career Happiness Program you can find out more here – https://www.somaghosh.com/women-in-employmentIf you have any questions about the podcastplease email me at ⁠soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com⁠or ⁠soma@somaghosh.com

  5. Jul 3

    Episode 266 - What is job hugging and 2 ways to spot if you are doing this

    The format of this episode is as follows: 1. Introduction and what is job hugging 2. Why job hugging occurs in the workplace 3. Quitting vs Job hugging and the consequences 4.  2 ways to spot if you are doing this 5.   Closing thoughts Resources I mentioned in this episode BBC podcast episode – https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct9948 Culture amp article I referred to - https://www.cultureamp.com/blog/job-hugging-workplace-trend Times Radio interview - https://youtu.be/WIzzNVxA30Q?si=mPnbtly0RwglJqV0 Job hunting article I wrote from LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-reasons-people-choose-stay-job-actually-hate-soma-ghosh Relevant episode you can also listen to Episode 146 - What is quiet quitting and what do you need to know about it? Episode 52 –Should I turn a hobby into a business Episode 73 – Are you a people pleaser at work? How can I support you 1 Spot available to work with me this summer apply for a consultationhere - https://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/e/1FAIpQLScMpWhJLpxUmUiaAogdgvd6AHNQ4gunNxRBpQs-8nKJUJUm0Q/viewform To find out more about The Career Happiness Program see linkhere - https://www.somaghosh.com/career-happiness-programIf you have any questions about this episode orworking together please contact me via email at ⁠soma@somaghosh.com⁠ or ⁠soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

  6. Jun 12

    Episode 265 - Are you dealing with a mean workplace culture?

    The format of this episode is as follows: 1. Why I chose to cover this topic 2.  What does this mean mean workplace culture mean? 3. Are you dealing one? 4.  2 things you can do about it 5.  Closing thoughts about this topic Similar episodes you can listen to 1. Episode 31 - What to do if you work in a toxicenvironment and want a new job. 2. Episode 241 - The emotional impact of a horrible boss or colleague at work and 3 ways to deal with this 3.  Episode 263 - 2 reasons why it’s good for us tohave friends in the workplace. 4. Episode 264 - Prioritising your Mental healthwhilst navigating menopause in your career with Victoria Brookbank LinkedIn Newsletter I also spoke about the impact of burnout in linking with working in a toxic workplace and this could help anyone who feels they maybe in a mean workplace culture you can read the LinkedIn Newsletter here - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-we-still-burnout-what-can-do-soma-ghosh-blzre Working with me You can apply for the Career Happiness program here - https://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/e/1FAIpQLScMpWhJLpxUmUiaAogdgvd6AHNQ4gunNxRBpQs-8nKJUJUm0Q/viewform?usp=sf_link Or apply for The career Happiness Session here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexLiPahobn7yBFevH9EJozPghg2yIIcN3csh76HvCFzY77Qg/viewform Or if you are a business owner looking for support see link to apply for a Session here – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0gpDnDpsF3qZwebagkQ2mQCtIFqvCr-pQDLbP5J1Rfe_P7w/viewform Questions If you have any questions or thoughts about the episode pleaseemail me at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

  7. May 15

    Episode 264 - Prioritising your Mental health whilst navigating menopause in your career with Victoria Brookbank

    In this episode I talk with co-founder of Meno minds and Founder of Mind Talks  Victoria Brookbank. The format of this episode is as follows 1.  Who Victoria is and what she does in her business Mind talks and at Meno minds 2.   Resilience and Victoria’s thoughts around this in the workplace 3.  Burnout culture and her thoughts on this in the workplace and why it’s so common 4.  Psychological safety in the workplace what this means 5.  Victoria’s career before she started her own business 6.  What she does at Meno minds to help women with menopause 7.  What are some of the mental health signs orsymptoms to look out for during the menopause 8.  Therapy and other things that help your mental health during the menopause 9. What can we do to help teach younger generations and men about menopause 10.  What are menopause action plans and how this could help you in the workplace. How can you connect with Victoria 1.  Website for minds that work - https://mindsthatwork.com/ 2. Meno minds website - https://www.menominds.co.uk/ 3.  Victoria’s LinkedIn profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-brookbank-81089a125/

  8. Apr 14

    Episode 263 - 2 reasons why it’s good for us to have friends in the workplace.

    The format of this episode is as follows: 1. Introduction and inspiration behind the episode 2.  Workplace friendships the good the bad and the ugly 3.   2 reasons why it’s good for us Articles and research on this https://www.healthassured.org/blog/workplace-friendships-mental-health/ https://www.gallup.com/workplace/397058/increasing-importance-best-friend-work.aspx https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/work-friends-boundaries-confidentiality-and-career/id1766485901?i=1000680656472 A clip from The Morning Show that I mention in the episode where I spoke about this in a LinkedIn post here - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/soma-ghosh-26086638_i-have-recently-recorded-a-episode-on-the-activity-7449346919212126209-7NFS?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAf1L-gB2BtswjPNzNenqgwxc5NnTLNqfvg How to work with me this spring. 1. I have limited spots for a business consultations so if you want to apply please do so here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0gpDnDpsF3qZwebagkQ2mQCtIFqvCr-pQDLbP5J1Rfe_P7w/viewform 2. Career happiness consultations if you want a book a slot for this please see link here - https://calendly.com/soma-g/careers-consultation?month=2026-04 3. If you are interested in applying for a Career Happiness session please do so here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexLiPahobn7yBFevH9EJozPghg2yIIcN3csh76HvCFzY77Qg/viewform If you have any questions about the services I offer or are unsure about anything please email me at soma@somaghosh.com or soma@thecareerhappinessmentor.com

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This podcast is hosted by Soma Ghosh, a Careers adviser who supports women who are unhappy at work. There are solo episodes from Soma about a specific theme that comes up with the clients she supports. Some of themes already covered included bullying at work, redundancy, career change, finding a new job, starting a business etc. Plus insights and stories into how Soma and her guests have been on their own career happiness journey and practical career advice for professional women, parents of teenagers who need careers advice and inspiration for business owners. Copyright 2026 @somaghosh

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