

The Career Happiness Podcast
Soma Ghosh
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
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
Episodes
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Jun 30, 2022 • 22min
Episode 132 - How can an apprenticeship help a young person’s career?
This is an episode for parents of teenagers and I talk about how an apprenticeship can help your career?
Previous episodes I mentioned in this episode tare with Susan Smith and Kathryn Monkcom
The main things I covered in this particular episode:
Why are apprenticeships becoming more popular
What are the kind of skills that you learn from an apprenticeship that can help move your career forward
How earning money sooner plays into their future career
Can an apprenticeship make a young person more employable?
Apprenticeships may help a young people go out of their comfort zone
Other episodes you may useful:
Episode 97 should I go to university or not? - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0RIxSOemFO3Tjxo4ctWnf7
Useful articles
https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/apprenticeships/should-i-go-to-university-or-do-an-apprenticeship#:~:text=A%20university%20education%20allows%20you,a%20particular%20industry%20or%20role.
https://www.professionalapprenticeships.co.uk/why-im-choosing-an-apprenticeship-over-university/
Case study 1 on my website put link here - https://www.somaghosh.com/parents-of-teenagers (scroll down to see case study 1 on this page which I refer to in this episode and how it relates to apprenticeships)
If you have any questions about this podcast please email me at soma@somaghosh.com

Jun 24, 2022 • 31min
Episode 131 - 3 tips to be healthier in your career
I this Episode I talk about three tips to be healthier in your career. Some of the key things I spoke about were: Why I choose to talk about this topic and why it's important Health and how it links in with your career happiness What is it about health and you feel can affect your careerSome wellbeing podcasts you may find useful that I mentioned: - Food for thought podcast - https://www.rhitrition.com/podcast - Feel better live more podcast - https://drchatterjee.com/blog/category/podcast/ Burnout and the impact of how this on your health overall How are you looking after your health now and what action are you taking? Are you resting and taking holidays when you need to Articles I mentioned in this episode This is the article about remote working I mentioned in this episode - https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20220616-is-remote-work-worse-for-wellbeing-than-people-think?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_id=worklifeIf you want to find out more about the 4 day see the website about the campaign here - https://www.4dayweek.co.uk/Previous Podcast episodes related to this episode 1. Burnout episode - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5XUHChvDgQkEOfFmZOuoaq2. Elaine Batho episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/episode-40-how-dealing-with-burnout-and-unhappiness/id1450116167?i=1000473141695The Personal trainer I mentioned in this episode was called James Smith you can follow him on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/jamessmithpt/How you currently work with me? These slots are available till 30th June 2022 and I won't be reopening my professional services for women till October 2022 Career Mentoring Program - https://www.somaghosh.com/career-happiness-programCareer Happiness Session - https://www.somaghosh.com/career-happiness-power-hour

Jun 16, 2022 • 26min
Episode 130 - Business comparison, what is it and why do we need to stop doing it?
In this episode I talk about comparison related to your business and how it affect you. The main things I spoke about in this episode were: The definition of what comparison is How can comparison affect us in our lives and as business owners Tips and advice about how to stop feeling comparison How we should be celebrating other business owners rather then bring them down How comparison can be toxic for you and your business Make you and your business your first priority Energy and the people you follow Other episodes I mentioned in the episode: 1. Lucy's episode - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-22---Career-Comparison-and-how-to-deal-with-this-Interview-with-Lucy-Sheridan-Wightman-e86c0h2. Susan Smith - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0nV3p46wjoFRI4QVLJ37wG?si=cb8TOJ4iQZCWcT3iVOkxhA3. Nicola Semple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/episode-111-career-confidence-and-career-wellbeing/id1450116167?i=1000543144007Business mentoring slots available in August to find our more about this please go to the site here - https://www.somaghosh.com/women-in-businessIf you have about comments or questions about the podcast please email me at soma@somaghosh.com

Jun 10, 2022 • 26min
Episode 129 - A levels vs BTECs what do you as parent really need to know?
In this episode we talk about A levels vs Btecs what do you as a parent really need to know? The main points I talked about in this episode included: Qualifications framework and difference between level 2 and level 3 courses see link here as an example https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels What are A levels and picking the right subjects What is a BTEC and how are they different to A levels Link to the BTEC level 3 course I referenced in the episode - https://www.westking.ac.uk/course-detail/animation-and-games-design-level-3-extended-diploma/11005/ Vocational courses and the difference between them and a BTEC NVQ courses an example I mentioned in the episode - https://www.cwc.ac.uk/courses/section/course/imi-level-1-diploma-in-motor-vehicle-maintenance-and-repair Differences between being in college vs school Slots available for parental consultations in September see link here for my details - https://www.somaghosh.com/parental-consultation You can email me at soma@somaghosh.com or follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_careerhappinessmentor/ or connect on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/soma-ghosh-26086638/

May 26, 2022 • 44min
Episode 128 - How to be Agile in your career with Marti Konstant
In this Episode we talk with Marti Constant. Marti is a career futurist and career coach. Some of the main things we talk about are: 1. What Marti does and her career 2. What is a Agile career and being patient in your career3. Creativity and what does it mean to be creative in your career 4. Is creativity in your career linked to career happiness? 5. What has changed since the pandemic and what will continue to change in the future of work 6. Health and career happiness and how to manage this You can connect with Marti on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/martikonstant/Visit her site here https://www.martikonstant.com/

May 20, 2022 • 30min
Episode 127 - Is working hard enough in your career?
In this episode is working hard enough in your career? The main things I spoke about in this episode were: Hard work, what is it and where does this come from? What is the cost of working hard to our health Working culture today and how working hard can affect this Our lifestyle choices and health Books and resources to help you with your wellbeing Can you work hard and still be happy at work? Links and books mentioned in this episode Alan Sugar's views on working from home - https://twitter.com/Lord_Sugar/status/1522279099280113668?s=20&t=3RDqq_mjfL266DoFhoW1ZQ Brown Girl like me by Jaspreet Kaur - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brown-Girl-Like-Jaspreet-Kaur/dp/1529056314 Links and article about the industrial revolution - https://www.redcort.com/its-about-time/history-of-time-and-attendance-systemshttps://www.britannica.com/event/Industrial-Revolution 9to5 Culture where does it come from - https://bestlifeonline.com/9-to-5/ Dr Chatterjee podcast - https://drchatterjee.com/blog/category/podcast/ Health and safety at work Statistics on health - https://www.hse.gov.uk/statistics/overall/hssh2021.pdf Episode 103 Working hard vs working smart - Stress solution - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stress-Solution-Steps-Relationships-Purpose/dp/0241317940/ref=pd_lpo_1?pd_rd_i=0241317940&psc=1 4 pillar plan - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pillar-Plan-Relax-Longer-Healthier/dp/0241303559 LinkedIn post - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/soma-ghosh-26086638_students-work-education-activity-6932590430559604736-DVDk/?utm_source=linkedin_share&utm_medium=member_desktop_web Books I mentioned Breathe by James Nestor - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breath-New-Science-Lost-Art/dp/0735213615The Practice of Not Thinking: A Guide to Mindful Living - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Practice-Not-Thinking-Mindful-Living-ebook/dp/B08H6XHXGF

May 5, 2022 • 28min
Episode 126 - 3 ways to create a business brand and why it's so important
In this episode I will be talking about 3 Ways to create a business brand and why it's so important The main things I talked about in this episode were: What is branding? 3 ways to create a business brand Why it's so important to have a business brand Examples of personal brand you should follow online Brands you already know and love and their USPs Branding exercise to help you you and your business Some of the personal brands and businesses I mentioned 1. Sharon nutrition consultant - https://www.instagram.com/nutritionandu/2. Neet nutritionist and coach - https://www.instagram.com/neet_nutrition/3. Gina Visram careers coach and careers video on Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@yourcareerandfuture4. Aruna Bansal founder of Asian Single parents network - https://aspnetwork.org.uk/5. Rupinder Kaur Asian Women mean business - https://www.asianwomenmeanbusiness.com/ 6. Mildred Talabi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mildredtalabi/7. Dr Julie Smith Psychologist - https://www.instagram.com/drjulie/Website I mention in the episode - My home page which shows my mission statement, values and why as well as my 4 pillars of career happiness- https://www.somaghosh.com/Other useful Podcast Episode 1. Episode 8 with Sharn - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-8---Why-branding-and-marketing-are-important-if-you-want-to-start-a-online-business--Interview-with-Sharn-Khaira-e3o1vt2. Personal brand episode - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1nWBMP7U9iwP6qc9t3ihln?si=g5JYr_z-Q_e-IQefBt0EJQIf you have any questions about this episode or how we can support you with your business or career please email us at soma@somaghosh.com

Apr 29, 2022 • 24min
Episode 125- What can we can learn from the Movie tick, tick...Boom about Career Happiness
In this episode we talk about the movie tick tick...Boom and Career Happiness.
The main things I spoke about in this episode were:
What this movie is about and how it links to career happiness
Resilience in your career and failure
What can we learn about career happiness from this movie
The career lessons we learn even when things don't work out
Fear in our career and how it affects our career decision making
Giving up too easily when things get hard
Creativity in our careers
People's legacy and how this impacts on others
I currently have 3 available slots for my career happiness session. If you are a professional women who needs my support please go to the link here
You can connect with me on social media by connecting with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/soma-ghosh-26086638/
Following the podcast on Twitter at @careerhappypod - https://twitter.com/CareerHappyPod
Or following me on Instagram where you can also watch the Live I did on Creative careers https://www.instagram.com/the_careerhappinessmentor/

Apr 22, 2022 • 18min
Episode 124 - When should you start talking about careers with your kids
In this episode I am talking about when you should start talking about careers with your kids
The main points I covered in this episode were:
1. The debate around if it's too soon to talk about careers in primary school?
2. Careers education vs careers advice
3. Gender stereotypes in careers
4. Careers advice in schools for year 9 and beyond
5. Why it's important to start talking about careers at a young age
If you feel your teenager needs support right now. I currently have slots available for my parents of teenagers services you can find out more here
I have 3 Parental Consultation slots further details here and 2 careers advice service slots further details for this here . Please note these slots are only available till May 30th.
If you have any questions or this episode or about the parental services I offer please email me at soma@somaghosh.com.

Apr 13, 2022 • 29min
Episode 123 - Being the first the few and only in the workplace and what that feels like with Deepa Purushothaman
In this episode I spoke to Deepa about her career and the work she does as business and author.
The main things we spoke about in this episode were
1. What's it like to be a women of colour in the workplace and feel invisible
2. The amazing work that Deepa is doing and how she started nFormation
3. Microaggressions in the workplace and what to do about them
4. Workplace bullying for a women of colour and why are ignored more when they bring it up
5. Her brand new book "The first the few and only"
6. How to be an ally to women of colour in the workplace
If you want to connect with Deepa you can visit here site here https://www.deepapuru.com/
Connect with her on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepapuru/
Or Follow her on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/deepa.puru/


