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Mentioned in 8 episodes
The Power Pause
How to Plan a Career Break After Kids--and Come Back Stronger Than Ever
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Neha Ruch's "The Power Pause" offers guidance and support for parents, particularly mothers, who are considering a career break after having children.
The book challenges societal norms and expectations surrounding stay-at-home parenting, emphasizing the potential for personal growth and rediscovering passions during this time.
It provides practical strategies for planning a career break, managing finances, and building a supportive community.
The book also addresses the emotional and identity shifts that often accompany parenthood, offering tools and resources to navigate these transitions.
Ultimately, "The Power Pause" aims to empower parents to view a career break not as a setback but as an opportunity for self-discovery and a stronger return to work.
The book challenges societal norms and expectations surrounding stay-at-home parenting, emphasizing the potential for personal growth and rediscovering passions during this time.
It provides practical strategies for planning a career break, managing finances, and building a supportive community.
The book also addresses the emotional and identity shifts that often accompany parenthood, offering tools and resources to navigate these transitions.
Ultimately, "The Power Pause" aims to empower parents to view a career break not as a setback but as an opportunity for self-discovery and a stronger return to work.
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Mentioned in 8 episodes
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as the author of the book, discussing career pauses and their impact on individuals and society.

Bob Safian

40 snips
Redefining work-life balance, with Neha Ruch
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in the introduction of the podcast episode.


Aliza Pressman

30 snips
Are Stay-at-Home Moms Giving Up? Are Working Moms Selfish? Let’s Talk w/ Neha Ruch
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as the topic of the podcast episode.


Janet Lansbury

25 snips
Embrace the Privilege of Parenthood (With Neha Ruch)
Mentioned as a new book by Naya Roach about the trend of millennial moms starting businesses.

16 snips
🙋♀️ “Power Pause” — Millennial Moms-preneurs. KFC vs Dave’s Hot Chicken. Vibe Coding’s AI drama.
Congratulations on her new book, mentioned by ![undefined]()

as an incredible resource.

Emilie Aries

The Power Pause: Rebranding the Stay-at-Home Mom
Mentioned by 

as an interactive guide that helps women view stay-at-home motherhood as a powerful, professional evolution.


Jenna Kutcher

889: How to Take a Career Break Without Losing Your Ambition (or Identity)
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for women considering career breaks after having children.

Lauren McGoodwin

3 in 30: How to Let Go of Perfectionist Tendencies
Recommended by 

as a helpful resource for women navigating motherhood and career.


Krista Williams

786. The Modern Woman’s Guide to Motherhood AND Career Success (Yes, you can have both)
Mentioned by Neha Roosh, who wrote the book.

February 8, 2025 – PBS News Weekend full episode
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as the book that inspired Neha Ruch to found Mother Untitled.

Ali Rogin

‘The Power Pause’ aims to rebrand what it means to be a stay-at-home mom
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as the book written by ![undefined]()

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Melanie Ng

Neha Ruch

The Power Pause: how a career detour can have major impact
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as a guide for navigating career breaks and downshifts after having children.

Dr. Mona Amin

How to Navigate Career Pauses and Balance Family Life with Intentionality
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as the book written by today's guest, Neha Rush.

Carly Zakin

Mother Untitled’s Neha Ruch on Rebranding Stay-At-Home Motherhood