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Women of a Certain StageHow To Build a Thriving Menopause Coaching Business Chris Williams on Relationship-led GrowthI’m delighted to welcome my dear friend and business mentor, Chris Williams, back to the mic today.Chris is the driving force behind Soulful Abundance and one of our diploma’s most resonant experts on relationship-first marketing. In this warm, candid chat, she shares how she pivoted from health and wellness to seven-figure business coaching and the lessons she’s learned along the way.What you’ll hear:From massage room to mastermind: how Chris went from bodywork and yoga backgrounds into coaching others on building purpose-led businessThe benches, the porc...2025-07-2942 min
Disruptive Voices from UCL Grand ChallengesMenopause and Me: Juggling Work and Home Life Dr Meena KhatwaDr Meena Khatwa and Dr Kelly Dickson delve into the bio-psychosocial impacts of menopause with special guests Lauren Chiren (CEO, Women of a Certain Stage); Sonia Abrams (UCL Head of Events OPVA) and Josephine Falade (Associate Professor, UCL School of Pharmacy). Together, they explore menopause awareness, acceptance, and the transition process. This podcast is part of the wider UCL Grand Challenges funded project ‘Coping with Menopause: exploring women’s lived experiences of work and the multigenerational squeeze’.https://www.ucl.ac.uk/grand-challenges/impacts-and-outputs/podcastsDate of episode recording: 2024-07-25T00:00:00ZDura...2025-07-2440 minWomen of a Certain StageJane's journey from D&I expert to Certified Menopause CoachI’m so delighted to introduce today’s guest, Jane Ayaduray; a global diversity & inclusion leader who never imagined she’d become a menopause coach. In this warm, honest chat, Jane walks us through the moment she first heard about menopause coaching and thought, “That’s not for me”only to discover a whole new calling. What you’ll hearWhy Jane said “yes” to a programme she hadn’t planned for, and how a single question on inclusion sparked her curiosity.Life in motion: juggling jet lag, a house move and training, yet still turning up live...2025-07-2236 minWomen of a Certain StageHow to become a certified Menopause Coach: Emma’s journey with Women of a Certain Stage diplomaIn this week’s conversation, Lauren sits down with Emma to explore what it really means to train as a menopause coach and why it could be the most empowering step you ever take.Emma opens up about her own menopause journey: from discovering Davina McCall’s book and realising how little she knew about her changing body, to feeling a fierce determination to learn and share the truth.She explains why a live, two-hour session each week - rather than a self-paced course - was the game-changer for her: the accountability, the expert insights and...2025-07-1528 minWomen of a Certain StageMenopause Demystified with Dr. Ferhat Uddin: Hormone Health, HRT & Holistic CareIn this empowering episode, our CEO Lauren Chiren sits down with Dr. Ferhat Uddin — a GP with over 20 years of experience in women’s health — to unpack the often-misunderstood landscape of menopause care and hormone replacement therapy (HRT).Together, they explore why perimenopause is frequently overlooked in medical training and how tools like the Primary Care Women’s Health Forum and the Balance Menopause App are equipping both clinicians and patients with the knowledge to take control.Dr. Uddin shares how a three-month symptom tracker can help uncover cyclical hormonal shifts and explains why a short tr...2025-07-0848 minWomen of a Certain StageFrom burnout to boldness: Torild’s journey to becoming a menopause coach and changemakerCEO, Lauren Chiren sits down with Menopause Coach graduateTorild Boe Stokes for a powerful conversation about reinvention, resilience, and what it means to truly support people through menopause. Torild shares her deeply personal and professional journey, from navigating early perimenopause during a challenging life transition, to launching her career as a menopause coach and entrepreneur. We dive into the practical impact of the Menopause Coaching Diploma, the real transformation her clients experienced, and how she’s now bringing this movement to Norway with her own impact-led event. What you’ll hear:2025-07-0129 minWomen of a Certain StageTapping into calm: how EFT supports women in menopause (with Laura Dixon)In this episode, Lauren is joined by Laura Dixon, clinical EFT practitioner, personal trainer, yoga instructor, and one of our expert guests inside the Women of a Certain Stage Menopause Coach Diploma.Laura shares how tapping EFT Emotional Freedom Technique) helps women in midlife reduce anxiety, manage stress, and feel more in control through the ups and downs of perimenopause and menopause.What you’ll hear:💡 What is EFT (tapping) and how it works💡 The difference between general tapping and clinical EFT💡 Why stress, ove...2025-06-2435 minWomen of a Certain StageWhen Burnout Sparks a New Beginning: Katie’s Transformation Through Menopause CoachingIn this episode of Women of a Certain Stage, Lauren Chiren sits down with Katie Parry, midwife, and graduate menopause coach with Women of a Certain Stage to discuss her personal journey from clinical burnout to becoming a menopause specialist.After years of working in midwifery and emergency healthcare, Katie experienced firsthand the emotional and physical toll that many healthcare professionals face. Seeking a new path, she discovered the Women of a Certain Stage Menopause Coach Diploma and retrained to support women through one of the most critical, yet overlooked, phases of life: menopause.Katie...2025-06-1732 minWomen of a Certain StageBehind the Menopause Headlines: Health, Hormones & A Hilarious Blooper You Won’t ExpectIn this episode, I sit down with Amanda Thebe for a candid and deeply personal conversation about menopause, perimenopause, and the state of women’s health today. Together, we unpack the confusion, frustration, and misinformation that surround menopause — and why women are still too often left without the guidance, support, or healthcare access they deserve.We explore how lifestyle interventions, nutrition, fitness, and accurate medical guidance can transform the menopause experience, and we discuss how the menopause market has become a multi-billion dollar industry filled with both opportunity and far too much misinformation.Im...2025-06-1047 minWomen of a Certain StageStyle, Confidence & Menopause: Dressing for Power at Every StageIn this episode, Lauren sits down with personal stylist, speaker, and founder of Feron Clark Style, Anita Feron Clark, to explore the powerful connection between style, confidence, and menopause.With over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry, including senior roles at Marks & Spencer, Austin Reed, and London College of Fashion, Anita shares how personal styling goes far beyond wardrobe choices. She helps professional women, corporate leaders, and teams build confidence, executive presence, and wellbeing, especially during menopause and other key life transitions.From colour analysis to wardrobe edits, from corporate workshops to one-to-one coaching...2025-06-0533 minWomen of a Certain StageEp 12: Menopause Care Post-Cancer with Nurse Michelle HindleHave you ever wondered what happens when menopause is triggered by cancer treatment? In this episode, I interview Michelle Hindle, a dedicated Macmillan nurse specialist at the forefront of supporting those navigating medical and surgical menopause after cancer. Michelle sheds light on using menopause as a form of treatment, the life-changing effects of estrogen-blocking medications, and the struggles people face during sudden menopause. Join us on the Women of a Certain Stage podcast to learn about the critical gaps in healthcare and how Michelle is leading the charge in transforming menopause after cancer care. He...2025-05-2728 minWomen of a Certain StageEp 11: Empowering Women in Menopause with Nurse Julie CosgroveWhy filling the menopause knowledge gap is so important. Julie Cosgrove, a menopause advocate and nurse with over 30 years of experience, joins me, Lauren Chiren, on the podcast to share her remarkable journey. From operating theatres to transformative menopause coaching, Julie's story is a masterclass in reinvention and lifelong learning. Even healthcare professionals can be caught off guard by menopause, and Julie shares how this knowledge gap led her to become a champion for menopause education and support in workplaces. This episode proves that it's never too late to learn, grow, and make a difference in others' l...2025-05-2035 minWomen of a Certain StageEp 10: Holistic Health and Thriving after Menopause with Deon Hall-GarriquesToday we're welcoming Deon Hall-Garriques, a certified menopause coach, corporate leader, yoga instructor, and holistic health expert who has seamlessly blended her background as a certified professional accountant with a passionate dedication to women's wellness.Deon shares her personal journey through menopause and how it drove her to become a certified menopause coach. We'll explore her mission to support professional women over 40 in achieving balance and thriving in their health and careers. Listen in as Deon reveals the knowledge she gained from the Women of a Certain Stage Diploma and introduces two innovative coaching programs s...2025-05-1332 minWomen of a Certain StageEp 09: Coping with Breast Cancer & Early Menopause with Hayley SharpPrepare to be inspired by the incredible Hayley Sharp. A corporate powerhouse and Menopause Champion, Hayley's journey through early menopause, triggered by breast cancer treatment, is a testament to her strength and determination. Tune in to hear how she has overcome challenges in engineering - a highly male-dominated industry - and learn about her unwavering commitment to improving workplace culture. She shares lessons she's learned, initiatives she's spearheaded, and her vision for a future where menopause awareness is mainstream. Join us for a heartfelt conversation that promises to reshape your perspective on well-being, per...2025-05-0636 minWomen of a Certain StageEp 08: The Transformative Power of Menopause Coaching at Work with Morna Dason-BarberEver wondered how menopause coaching can make a difference in the workplace? Today, I speak to the inspiring Morna Dason-Barber, People Director at the Institution of Engineering and Technology. She shares her personal and professional experience as a menopause coach and her mission to support women's health in the workplace through vital education on menopause, fertility, and menstruation. We discuss the impact of menopause coaching on employee productivity, job satisfaction, and workplace inclusivity.Tune in now to learn more about how to create an inclusive and supportive workplace for women at all...2025-04-2936 min
Work Family Me - Conversations with MaudeMenopause-Savvy Workplaces - a conversation with Lauren ChirenLauren is an entrepreneur and expert in menopause transition. She provides evidence to the UK Parliament, sits on the BSI committee that created the landmark Standard on Menstruation, menstrual health and menopause, is a regularcommentator in the media and is an award winning global motivational speaker, trainer & coach on executive women's wellbeing. As a trusted expert, Lauren has helped thousands of executives, celebrities and athletes globally. She is qualified in psychology, mental health, nutrition, coaching, personal training and many more human performance specialities!!In this conversation...2025-04-2247 minWomen of a Certain StageEp 07: Transforming Menopause Care with Jill AngeloDo you want to learn more about the business of menopause healthcare? In this episode I sit down with Jill Angelo, the pioneering founder of Gennev: a telehealth clinic dedicated to women's health. Jill shares her incredible journey of venturing into the menopause startup space, the challenges of educating investors and navigating the biases against female entrepreneurs. We discuss the societal impact of her work, the growth of the menopause industry now valued in the multibillions, and the ongoing efforts to revolutionise menopause care and awareness. 2025-04-2231 minWomen of a Certain StageEp 06: Fighting for Women’s Workplace Rights with Jack TucknerIf you think you know everything about workplace rights, think again! Today we're joined by trailblazing employment rights attorney Jack Tuckner. Join us as we unravel the complex web of menopause, workplace rights, and legal protections. With decades of experience fighting for women's rights, Jack's experience is truly fascinating. From the history of sex discrimination laws in the US to the current legislative landscape, this conversation challenges the status quo and highlights the urgent need for more inclusive workplace policies. Whether you're a woman navigating menopause, a manager aiming for e...2025-04-1550 min
Leading Ladies Who Lunch#35 Menopause Series Part 1 with Lauren Chiren, Menopause coach, Expert and Keynote SpeakerEver felt like you were about to lose it at work? Have you gone through episodes of brain fog and loss of patience? If so, this is an episode you won’t want to miss about a topic we rarely talk about…Menopause!In this enlightening episode, we are joined by menopause coach, expert, and keynote speaker, Lauren Chiren. Lauren has empowered numerous employers with the importance of menopause support, educated hundreds of thousands through her free Menopause The Basics course, and guided countless other...2025-04-0833 minWomen of a Certain StageEp 05: From Burnout to Menopause Coach with Holly FinnHolly shares her story of triumph over burnout and her own menopause journey. From the challenges she faced working in high-pressure environments to becoming a certified menopause coach, Holly's path is one of resilience and empowerment. Tune in as we explore stories of personal transformation and learn about how Holly's helping professional women regain their confidence and thrive through menopause…Here are the Highlights06:10 Ambition-driven stress and burnout09:15 Holly's experience training to become a menopause coach17:06 Stories of success and feedback19:57 Facing chal...2025-04-0844 minWomen of a Certain StageEp 04: Menopause, Intimacy, and S3xual Pleasure with Sam EvansJoin us as we chat with Sam Evans, co-founder of Jo Divine, a sexual health and pleasure expert with a unique perspective as a former nurse. Samantha has been featured on Channel 5's How To Have A Better Orgasm and Channel 4's S3x, Myths and the Menopause with Davina McCall, discussing s3xual health, intimacy, and pleasure.Jo Divine collaborates with the NHS, private healthcare professionals, and leading cancer charities to provide expert advice, trusted products, and resources to improve sexual wellbeing. Sam shares how healthcare professionals and charities signpost patients to Jo...2025-04-0132 minWomen of a Certain StageEp 03: Navigating the Menopause with Kathy AbernethyReady to break down the barriers to menopause education? In this episode I’m joined by Kathy Abernethy, a specialist from the British Menopause Society with over 30 years of clinical experience. Together, we explore the critical need for informed and prepared medical appointments. We also discuss the impact of stress on menopause, the evolving education on menstrual health, and the growing interest in menopause coaching for healthcare professionals. Tune in to learn more about how knowledge is power when it comes to the menopause.Here are the Hi...2025-03-2530 minWomen of a Certain StageEp 02: Breaking the Silence: Kate Muir on Menopause, Myths & the MediaWhat does it mean to truly understand your hormones? And how does it impact your health? Kate Muir joins me on the podcast to share her story of resilience, advocacy, and profound change, from her unexpected personal health revelations to the creation of a groundbreaking documentary. Together we discuss the challenges, victories, and insights that led to a vibrant second act, shedding light on crucial issues surrounding menopause, health misconceptions, and the urgent need for better education and resources. Whether you're navigating menopause or supporting someone who is, this episode is a mu...2025-03-2544 minWomen of a Certain StageEp 01: The Story behind Women of a Certain StageAre you ready to uncover the transformative power of menopause support?In this very first episode of Women of a Certain Stage, I flip the script and sit down with Amy Rowlinson, an inspiring coach and podcast host who is interviewing me about why I have launched the podcast.Join us as Amy asks me about my motivation to support women through menopause, my own personal challenges, and the monumental mission I've embarked upon - to train 20,000 menopause coaches committed to changing lives.We discuss the intense personal transformation that led me to...2025-03-2525 min
Success is Never AccidentalEP 44 Lauren ChirenLauren left her senior role in financial services in herearly 40s, fearing she had early-onset dementia, only to discover she wasexperiencing menopause. Since then, she has dedicated herself to raisingawareness and supporting individuals and organisations in creatingmenopause-inclusive workplaces. She has educated hundreds of FTSE and Fortune500 companies and has influenced government policy in the UK and the US. Her mission is bold—to train 20,000 menopause coaches in thenext 10 years. In our conversation, she shares practical steps fororganisations to integrate menopause awareness into workplace policies, supportemployees effectively, and reduce the economic and human cost of inadequatesupport.2025-03-1423 min
Bossy Heels by Elena DaccusRedefining Menopause and Menopause Coaching With Lauren Chiren"Redefining Menopause & Menopause Coaching" with Lauren Chiren 🎙️Menopause. A word that’s often whispered, misunderstood, or even ignored—until now.In this episode, we’re joined by Lauren Chiren, a leading menopause expert, award-winning speaker, and founder of Women of a Certain Stage. With over a decade of experience, Lauren has worked with global giants like Nike, HSBC, Amazon, Deutsche Bank, and UK Parliament to revolutionise menopause awareness, workplace policies, and coaching strategies. She runs the world's leading Menopause Coach Diploma.Lauren doesn’t just talk about menopause—she...2025-03-0732 minWomen of a Certain StageThe Women of a Certain Stage Podcast is here!Are you ready to embrace a whole new era of menopause support? The brand new podcast Women of a Certain podcast is changing how we talk about menopause, one empowering story at a time. The podcast’s aim is to transform the conversation around this pivotal life stage. I’m your host, Lauren Chiren, a menopause coach and speaker, and I'm on a mission to train 20,000 menopause coaches worldwide, empowering individuals, supporting organisations, and inspiring change. This isn't just about education though. It's about creating a global movement, breaking the stigma and transforming lives...2025-03-0502 min
Balanceology - The Art of Balance - Burnout PodcastE53: Season 3 - Menopause and Burnout with Lauren ChirenIn this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, Jayne Morris introduces a conversation with Lauren Chiren, founder and CEO of Women of a Certain Stage. Together, they delve into the often overlooked connection between menopause and burnout. Lauren shares her personal journey of navigating early onset menopause and discusses the various symptoms that can be confused with burnout. She highlights the importance of awareness, supportive workplace environments, and the necessity of self-compassion and community. The dialogue also touches on societal changes, the need for better education on menopause, and resources available through Lauren's platform to help women thrive...2025-02-1824 min
ANEW InsightMenopause Confidence: Lauren Chiren’s Nutrition-First Approach – ANEW Insight Ep 30Send us a textWelcome to ANEW Body Insight, where hosts Dr. Supatra Tovar and Chantal Donnelly explore the intersection of health, psychology, and empowered living. In this episode, we sit down with internationally recognized Menopause Coach Lauren Chiren, who shares her deeply personal and professional journey through menopause—and how it sparked a transformation in both body and mindset.Lauren opens up about the often misunderstood hormonal changes that occur during menopause and how they impact physical and cognitive performance. She discusses her nutrition-first method, including a powerful seven-day wh...2024-12-1427 min
ANEW InsightMenopause Uncovered: Mental Health & Workplace Wellness with Lauren Chiren | ANEW Ep 29Send us a textWelcome to another powerful episode of the ANEW Insight Podcast, co-hosted by Dr. Supatra Tovar, clinical psychologist, registered dietitian, and author of Deprogram Diet Culture, physical therapist and author of Settled.This week, we sit down with Lauren Chiren, renowned menopause expert and CEO of Women of a Certain Stage. A former corporate leader turned wellness advocate, Lauren shares her personal story of being misdiagnosed with early-onset dementia—only to later discover it was actually premature menopause at the age of 37. Her experience spa...2024-12-1026 min
The Big Drink RethinkEp 42: Alcohol & Menopause, with Lauren Chiren86% of women don’t fully understand the impact of perimenopause and menopause. In this fascinating episode, host Anna Donaghey is joined by the inspiring Lauren Chiren, CEO of Women of a Certain Stage, to explore the complex interplay between alcohol and menopause. With a blend of personal anecdotes and eye-opening insights, they unpack how lifestyle choices can profoundly influence the menopausal journey. From hormonal upheavals to healthcare challenges and the essential need for education. Tune in as we explore how a mindful approach to alcohol can make a world of difference to managing menopause and reclaiming your well-being....2024-10-3147 min
UCL MindsDisruptive Voices - Menopause and Me: Juggling Work and Home Life Dr Meena KhatwaDr Meena Khatwa and Dr Kelly Dickson delve into the bio-psychosocial impacts of menopause with special guests Lauren Chiren (CEO, Women of a Certain Stage); Sonia Abrams (UCL Head of Events OPVA) and Josephine Falade (Associate Professor, UCL School of Pharmacy). Together, they explore menopause awareness, acceptance, and the transition process.
This podcast is part of the wider UCL Grand Challenges funded project ‘Coping with Menopause: exploring women’s lived experiences of work and the multigenerational squeeze’.
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/grand-challenges/impacts-and-outputs/podcasts
Date of episode recording: 2024-07-25T00:00:00Z
Duration: 00:40:48
Language of episode: English (UK)
Presenter:Meena...2024-10-1840 min
Famine, Feast & Tax BillsNavigating Menopause and Financial Empowerment: With Lauren ChirenIn this enlightening episode of "Famine, Feast, and Tax Bills," hosts Bella Clark and Megan Kindelin explore the intertwining paths of menopause and financial empowerment with global keynote speaker and menopause advocate, Lauren. As a financial advisor, Bella aims to connect listeners with their future financial selves, while Megan redefines millennial perspectives on money. Together, they dive into Lauren's personal journey through menopause, its impact on her career, and the birth of her global Menopause Academy.Lauren shares her story of transitioning from a senior executive in financial services to an "accidental CEO" after being diagnosed with...2024-10-1628 min
Mental Health Chats with Clare DavisCreating a Menopause-Friendly Workplace: A Guide for Leaders with Lauren ChirenWORLD MENOPAUSE DAY! For a special episode crossover with our topic of Communication and Motivation, I am joined by Lauren Chiren to discuss ways to create a Menopause-Friendly workplace! Lauren is the CEO, Founder & Course Director of WomenOfACertainStage. Find out more on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenchiren/
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The Heald Approach – Leadership. Sustainability. Inclusion. Real Talk.Transforming Menopause Awareness in the WorkplaceIn this enlightening episode of The Heald Approach podcast, host Rebecca welcomes Lauren Chiren, CEO of Women of a Certain Stage, to discuss the critical topic of menopause awareness in the workplace. Lauren, a pioneering advocate for menstrual health and menopause awareness, shares her personal journey from a high-ranking executive in financial services to a leading voice in workplace wellness.
Together, they explore how creating menopause-friendly environments can boost employee retention, productivity, and overall corporate wellbeing.
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Importance of supporting menopausal women in the workplace to...2024-07-2233 min
The Midlife Feast#120 - Breaking the Stigma: Menopause in the Workplace with Lauren ChirenJuggling menopause and a career is incredibly exhausting when you’re faced with the often unpredictable challenges of sleep issues, brain fog, and “crime-scene” periods as I like to call them. In this episode, I chat with Lauren Chiron, founder of Women of a Certain Stage, about turning menopause from a taboo topic into one of empowerment in the workplace.Lauren and I explore how job design, recruitment, and HR systems can support menopausal employees. She shares insights on using engagement surveys, training managers, and fostering open dialogue. We also discuss the benefits of social events...2024-07-0825 min
Transforming 45Menopause Revolution: Transforming Workplaces with Lauren ChirenMenopause Revolution: Transforming Workplaces with Lauren ChirenJoin us for an enlightening conversation with Lauren Chiren, a dedicated menopause coach and founder of Women of a Certain Stage. Lauren passionately advocates for supporting women navigating menopause in the workplace, drawing from her personal journey and professional expertise.In this episode, Lauren sheds light on the often-overlooked challenges of menopause, emphasizing the critical need for education and support. She discusses how workplace policies and ongoing coaching can transform environments into menopause-empowered spaces. Lauren also highlights the importance of including men in these conversations...2024-07-0242 min
Vegan Fitness RunnerRunning Through Menopause with Lauren ChirenLauren Chiren is an authority on the menopause and having struggled with her own menopause - believing at first that she had dementia, she now works hard to ensure that other people can better understand this stage of life, and thrive through menopause.She educates both men and women on the topic, travelling the world speaking on the topic as the CEO and founder of Women of A Certain Stage. Lauren trains others to be menopause coaches, and explains how important it is to take time for ourselves.We talk about running and how menopause affects...2024-06-1737 min
THE EMBC NETWORK Shifting Your Perspective on Menopause and Embracing Holistic Wellness Practices to Prepare You For the Most Impactful Stage of Your Life with Lauren ChirenWelcome back to Wellness As A Way of Life, this week we chatted with Lauren Chiren a global expert on Menopause. We discussed:1. Understanding Menopause: Lauren Chiren shares her personal journey, shedding light on the myths and misconceptions surrounding menopause, and provides valuable insights on navigating the changes and challenges of this phase in life.2. Building Knowledge and Mindset: Lauren advocates for embracing menopause, fostering hydration, nutrition, and movement, and suggests creating a support network to navigate this phase with resilience and empowerment.3. Workplace Support and Advocacy: The conversation delves into the importance...2024-05-2227 min
THE EMBC NETWORK Featuring: ihealthradio and Worldwide PodcastsShifting Your Perspective on Menopause and Embracing Holistic Wellness Practices to Prepare You for the Most Impactful Stage of Your Life with Lauren Chiren Shifting Your Perspective on Menopause and Embracing Holistic Wellness Practices to Prepare You for the Most Impactful Stage of Your Life with Lauren Chiren
Welcome back to Wellness as A Way of Life, this week we chatted with Lauren Chiren a global expert on Menopause. We discussed:
1. Understanding Menopause: Lauren Chiren shares her personal journey, shedding light on the myths and misconceptions surrounding menopause, and provides valuable insights on navigating the changes and challenges of this phase in life.
2. Building Knowledge and Mindset: Lauren advocates for embracing menopause, fostering hydration, nutrition, and movement, and...2024-05-2227 min
The Career ChangersThriving Through Change: Navigating Menopause At WorkOur guest today is Lauren Chiren, Founder and CEO of Women of a Certain Stage.But before that.. she was a senior exec in financial services when she noticed that her recall and retention weren't as sharp as they used to be.After a period of time, to avoid being seen as weak or vulnerable, and with her self-confidence on the floor, she left her job.Lauren believed to have early-onset dementia. It was only later, after three trips to her doctor, that she discovered to have been through menopause. Today s...2024-01-1026 min
D&I Spy - Inclusion, UncoveredLauren Chiren: Retaining top talent during the menopauseMenopause expert Lauren Chiren shares her practical approach for organisations on how to retain their top talent during the menopause. We also discuss what women can do to support themselves in order to successfully continue in their career.RESOURCES:https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenchiren/https://womenofacertainstage.lpages.co/free-menopause-the-basicshttps://womenofacertainstage.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-10-1828 min
Diversity MattersLet's remove the taboo and stigma of menopauseIn this episode I want to talk about Menopause in the workplace to coincide with World Menopause Day, held every year on the 18th of October, to raise awareness of menopause and the support options available for improving health and wellbeing.My guest is Lauren Chiren, CEO of Women of a Certain Stage a company that specialize in supporting employers in embracing and normalizing all life stages, from menstruation to menopause. Their mission is to eliminate stigmas and ensure that everyone recognizes when to seek timely and effective support.Lauren is an entrepreneur, passionate about su...2023-10-1641 min
The Right Side of 40Episode 25: Workplace mindset and wellbeingThere are lots of experts out there who can help us post-40, but how do we know who or what we need?In this episode, we meet Zeenat Noorani who is a workplace mindset and wellbeing coach. Zeenat talks us through some of the techniques and therapies she uses with individuals and organisations to promote wellbeing. Zeenat explains how the best organisations have a growth mindset and how looking deeper at behaviour and productivity can help managers identify individuals who need more support in the workplace.Zeenat also shares with us her fascinating...2023-09-181h 03The Right Side of 40Episode 25: Workplace mindset and wellbeingThere are lots of experts out there who can help us post-40, but how do we know who or what we need?In this episode, we meet Zeenat Noorani who is a workplace mindset and wellbeing coach. Zeenat talks us through some of the techniques and therapies she uses with individuals and organisations to promote wellbeing. Zeenat explains how the best organisations have a growth mindset and how looking deeper at behaviour and productivity can help managers identify individuals who need more support in the workplace.Zeenat also shares with us her fascinating...2023-09-181h 03
Retirement Without Numbers™Ep.11 | Peri to Post-Menopause: Find out How to Prevent a Midlife & Retirement Killer for Both Women & MenSend us a textIn this episode, we have a special guest, Lauren Chiren, to help you address the mental and physical issues that accompany our 40s and beyond, and perhaps even our 30s! Lauren Chiren is a global Keynote Speaker, the founder and CEO of Women of a Certain Stage (www.womenofacertainstage.com), and a remarkable post-corporate entrepreneur who has experienced transitions to new stages of life, reinvented herself, and made a massive impact.If you've ever felt that the elusive big breakthrough is within reach but faced numerous health challenges along the way...2023-09-0632 min
The Right Side of 40Episode 21: Menopause championWhat is a menopause coach? How can they help? Could you become a menopause champion? You might change someone's life and your own.Lauren Chiren thought she had signs of early dementia and had handed in her notice from her senior level job when her doctor told her she was 'just' going through the menopause. Now a passionate advocate for all things hormonal, Lauren wants to ensure that all women have the support they need in the workplace. Lauren tells us how menopause coaching is not just about supporting individuals but creating a whole new mindset...2023-09-0358 minThe Right Side of 40Episode 21: Menopause championWhat is a menopause coach? How can they help? Could you become a menopause champion? You might change someone's life and your own.Lauren Chiren thought she had signs of early dementia and had handed in her notice from her senior level job when her doctor told her she was 'just' going through the menopause. Now a passionate advocate for all things hormonal, Lauren wants to ensure that all women have the support they need in the workplace. Lauren tells us how menopause coaching is not just about supporting individuals but creating a whole new mindset...2023-09-0358 min
Paul Lanfear Property & Investor PodcastHelen Chorley: A Macro View 2023 ... An Angels View. Helen Chorley: A Macro View 2023 ... An Angels View. Angel Investor, Property Investor, Keynote Speaker, Board Advisor, SkyTV Property Elevator series, Writer, Awards Judge and Property Sisters Co-founder. Helen Chorley is a seasoned property investor and the original female Angel Investor on SkyTV’s “Property Elevator” TV show and the forthcoming “Venture Visionaries” show. With a background in Investment Banking, she has built a diversified portfolio of investments, in demand by those wanting her seal of approval before making investment choices as well as by the media for her insightful commentary on property and investing tren...2023-07-261h 25
Unpause the Menopause PodcastMenopause At Work: Boost Self-Confidence And Become FearlessThe average age of menopause might be younger than you think? There’s an alarming reason why 1 in 10 menopausal women are leaving their jobs…meaning hundreds of UK organisations are losing incredible talent each year. It’s not because women are simply seeking higher salaries (though that’s a discussion for another time), greater challenges, or a change of environment and leadership… It’s because of an embarrassing lack of knowledge and understanding about menopause symptoms on the employer. Employers, not only aren’t supporting women during menopause, they’re not even talking about it. So when the oppor...2023-05-0931 min
The W NarrativeWhy Being Menopause Supportive is Business SavvyJoin Gwen Wilcox, Global Head WCOOC, Armstrong Wolfe with guest speaker Lauren Chiren, CEO of Women of a Certain Stage, to discuss why being Menopause supportive is Business Savvy.Please find more information here.2023-02-1433 min
Where's it to?Episode 7 with Lauren ChirenIn honour of World Menopause Day, we chat with 'Women of a Certain Stage' Founder, Lauren Chiren about menopause, supporting women in the workplace, and more. An enlightening podcast on an important topic. Enjoy!2022-10-1835 min
Maneuvering Obstacles Through Menopause58. Lauren Chiren: CEO of Women of a Certain StageJoin Dr. Shelly Burns and Lauren Chiren as they discuss how she is transforming organizations to fully support women from menstruation to menopause. Lauren Chiren is an entrepreneur, passionate about supporting people to navigate all things menstruation to menopause successfully. She is a global keynote speaker, trainer & coach on executive wellbeing. She left her senior role in financial services, in her early 40's believing that she was suffering from early-onset dementia. Imagine her surprise when her doctor informed her, that she had 'just' been through menopause?! Today she educates employers on why being...2022-09-2126 min
The Entrepreneur's View of BusinessEpisode 79 - Becoming Menopause SavvyThis podcast is to help raise awareness of menopause in the workplace, listen to Lauren Chiren from Women of a Certain Stage and Hannah Charman of Physic Health as they talk about their own experiences and how it has helped them both build businesses that helps other ladies through a tough and challenging period of their lives.
Listen to the huge amount of help and advice for both employers, fellow employees and those going through the issues too, this really is 20 minutes of intriguing and educational talk you will hear in a long while.
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Support...2022-06-1719 minHuman Results, making HR work for allEpisode 6 - Becoming Menopause SavvyThis podcast is to help raise awareness of menopause in the workplace, listen to Lauren Chiren from Women of a Certain Stage and Hannah Charman of Physic Health as they talk about their own experiences and how it has helped them both build businesses that helps other ladies through a tough and challenging period of their lives.
Listen to the huge amount of help and advice for both employers, fellow employees and those going through the issues too, this really is 20 minutes of intriguing and educational talk you will hear in a long while.2022-06-1719 min
W·I·L·D Wisdom Wellbeing Guest SlotLauren ChirenChatting with Lauren Chiren of Women of a Certain Stage about navigating menopause.
The Oura Ring that she mentions, to help track your sleep and subsequent available energy resilience, can be found at https://ouraring.com/2022-05-2748 min
Focus on WHYReflections with Actions with Amy RowlinsonIn this episode, Amy shares her Reflections with Actions from these recent podcast episodes: 257 Women of a Certain Stage with Lauren Chiren 258 Building on Solid Foundations with Dan Hulbert 259 Heading Towards Joy with Lis Allen 260 The Business of Speaking with Steve Lowell 261 Reframing Perspectives with Elisa Iannacone KEY TAKEAWAY “Don’t just listen to this podcast and say ‘oh, that was interesting, fascinating, inspiring, motivating’ and go back to your day. Think about what specific action you will take as a result of tuning in...2022-03-2529 min
Focus on WHYWomen of a Certain Stage with Lauren ChirenBelieving that she was suffering from early-onset dementia in her early 40s, Lauren Chiren left her senior role in financial services. Imagine her surprise when her doctor later informed her that she had 'just' been through menopause! Today Lauren educates employers on why being menopause-supportive is business-savvy and in sharing her knowledge she stimulates the debate on what being well means at all stages of life. Supporting high-performing women to successfully navigate their menopause with insightful directness, commercial pragmatism and absolute passion for ensuring optimum wellbeing and resilience, Lauren is championing women of a certain stage. ...2022-03-0933 min
It’s somewhere in the bottom of my handbagEpisode 34 - Top of the Pods! - Menopause.You don’t often hear the phrase’ how to thrive through the menopause’ Well check out this weeks episode and Lauren Chiren will share her 3 top tips .Reach out to Lauren on www.womenofacertainstage.comHTTPS:/www.LinkedIn.com/in/laurenchiren* * * * * * * * Nicky Patrick is the co-host of the Neil and Nicky Breakfast Show on 107.8 Radio Jackie and a Freelance Reporter/ Presenter on BBC Radio Sussex & BBC Radio Surrey.She loves cold curry straight from the fridge!And can be contacted here:www.nickypatrick.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicky.patrick.12Twitter: https://twitter.com/n...2022-01-0508 min
The Hidden Herstory PodcastS1 Episode 8: Lauren Chiren on Inspiring Teachers, Rosa Parks and Ruth Bader GinsbergIn the second "Inspiring Women" interview in our current series, Chrissy chats to top menopause coach, Lauren Chiren from "Women of a Certain Stage" and finds out why Rosa Parks and Ruth Bader Ginsberg have inspired her personal mission to bring a greater understanding of the menopause into women's lives and work places. We discuss the ways in which Lauren's coaching work educates people of all ages and genders about the menopause and women's health and well-being.Lauren recounts her own very personal story of how she unexpectedly went through the menopause in her 40's and believed s...2021-11-261h 01
Eton Bridge PodcastEton Bridge Partners - Annual Mental Wellbeing Event 2021Over the last five years, this panel series has focused on driving the mental health conversation forwards. We specifically focus on workplace and employer culture, rather than on reactive crisis response in the workplace. This year’s panellists will explore the relationship between mental wellbeing, performance and employment.
Karen Jackson, Chair of our panel discussion and Managing Director at didlaw
Tom Cross, Chartered Performance Psychologist experienced in Private Equity, Foreign Office, Olympic & Professional Sport and FTSE 100/250
Jay Muthu, Director of Organisation and People Capability at Entain Group
Jen Smith, Director of Inclusion for the British Film Institute (BFI)
Nathan...2021-11-111h 09
tHRive at WorkWorld Menopause Day With Lauren ChirenHello, and welcome to our "Pilot podcast". This has been such an exciting project and I cannot wait to share more episodes with you soon! In celebration of "World Menopause Day", I recently got together with the amazing Lauren Chiren who specialises in supporting and raising awareness for menopause in the workplace. In this episode, we discuss the effects menopause can have, as well as practical considerations for employers to think about in order to support employees during this time. As well as this, there are links available below for further research or to get in contact with Lauren...2021-10-1843 min
Mental Health Chats with Clare DavisMenopause Mental Health - Lauren ChirenHow can Menopause affect Mental Health?
Thank you, Lauren Chiren, for joining me today. This series is on Menopause. Lauren is a health coach and workplace wellbeing trainer for corporates, concentrating on the topic of menopause.
Follow this Podcast channel - Mental Health Chats. Please like, comment, share and ask questions. Check out my social media links on linktr.ee/ClareDavis 2021-10-0603 min
Standing In My TruthIT'S ALL ABOUT YOU SHOW - MENOPAUSE THE STIGMA PART 1Three top experts in their field Lauren Chiren Menopause and Wellbeing Coach, Herbalist In The Hood Jennifer Jai and author Lescha Marshall-Witter.
This is Part 1.
Part 2 is straight after.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/valerie-maxfield/message2021-05-251h 19It’s somewhere in the bottom of my handbagEpisode 17 - MenopauseYou don’t often hear the phrase’ how to thrive through the menopause’ Well check out this weeks episode and Lauren Chiren will share her 3 top tips .Reach out to Lauren on www.womenofacertainstage.comHTTPS:/www.LinkedIn.com/in/laurenchiren* * * * * * * * Nicky Patrick is the co-host of the Neil and Nicky Breakfast Show on 107.8 Radio Jackie and a Freelance Reporter/ Presenter on BBC Radio Sussex & BBC Radio Surrey.She loves cold curry straight from the fridge!And can be contacted here:www.nickypatrick.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicky.patrick.12Twitter: https://twitter.com/n...2021-05-2008 min
The Inclusion Bites PodcastMe, My Hormones and I Me, My Hormones and I
Lauren is an Executive Coach and Menopause at work specialist, who is passionate about raising awareness on a topic that is often avoided and misunderstood in the workplace.
It was only after leaving her job due to suffering with low self-esteem, palpitations, anxiety and memory loss that Lauren discovered from her GP that all of the symptoms she was accrediting to onset dementia was actually due to going through the early menopause. This prompted her to start working on raising awareness and understanding of the menopause - something that is...2021-02-011h 01
Mental Health Chats with Clare DavisMenopause – Facts we Should Know – Peter DundonWhy do people shy away from the topic of menopause with their loved ones and work colleagues?
Thank you, Peter Dundon (AKA Benny), for joining me today. Benny and I are going to open up the conversation of menopause.
Here are the 3 links to the statistics about menopause Benny and I discussed:
https://www.forthwithlife.co.uk/blog/menopause-in-the-workplace/
https://www.womens-health-concern.org/2017/10/new-survey-highlights-impact-menopause-every-aspect-womens-lives-uk/
https://www.studd.co.uk/depression.php
Benny and I talked about the things that may help women going through menopause, as discussed...2020-12-2813 min
Mental Health Chats with Clare DavisMenopause – How menopause Affects Mental Health – Lauren ChirenWhat are the menopause signs? Do you know anyone who is going through menopause? Do you understand how it affects them emotionally?
Thank you, Lauren Chiren, for joining me today. This series is on Menopause. Lauren is a health coach and workplace wellbeing trainer for corporates, concentrating on the topic of menopause.
World Menopause Day is on 18th October every year.
Lauren’s 3 Key Top Tips are:
1) Find trusted people to talk to.
2) Look after yourself and keep hydrated.
3) When you are feeling anxious, breathe.
You...2020-12-0709 min
Mental Health Chats with Clare DavisGrieving – Facts We Should Know – Peter Dundon (AKA Benny)What do you know about grieving? Is grieving just about death?
Grieving has many more aspects to it than death as we found out from our series for Mental Health Chats on grieving. Thank you, Peter Dundon (AKA Benny) for bringing all the facts together.
In the series, Monica Kleijn Evason and Tina Mitchell Skinner gave different aspects of death.
Ann Allen opened up the conversation of grieving, helping us to understand that grieving isn’t just about death.
Benny’s 3 take-home messages are:
1) We need to normalise death and dest...2020-11-3014 min
ONE SIZE DOES NOT FIT ALL ...Being unapologetic about menopause with Specialist Lauren ChirenLauren talks openly and honestly in this conversation with Kat and Liberty, sharing with them what led her to become a Specialist in Menopause.Her menopause journey started at the age of 37 and her initial thought was that she had early-onset dementia, when in fact she found out it was Menopause.Find out how she helps women at work, with her Workplace Menopause Programs in Large Corporations across the World. She can also help you find out what you need to know about going through the menopause. Grab a cuppa and jo...2020-11-1847 min
HOT FLASHES & COOL TOPICSEPISODE 54: MENOPAUSE AT WORK: CHANGING THE NARRATIVEIn Episode 54, we talk to Lauren Chiren about Menopause in the workplace. She discusses how the rules are slowly changing, HR departments are putting regulations in place and organizations are now opening discussions about menopause at work. Menopause is no longer a secret to be hidden or a cause of termination for women of a certain stage.
www.womenofacertainstage.com
www.hotflashescooltopics.com
2020-09-0432 min
The Recruiting GymRecruiting Gym Daily Stand Up #84 - Let's Talk About Menopause...Today Lauren Chiren joins the daily stand-up with Angela to discuss the tough topic of menopause and the impact that this can have in the recruitment industry.2020-07-2419 min
Purelywoman PodcastMenopause Journeys in the Workplace with Lauren ChirenLauren Chiren- Part two Lianne openly discusses menopause journeys in the workplace with leading British expert and founder of “Women of a certain stage” Lauren Chiren. Lauren is an expert supporting females in the workplace and social life cope.2020-05-0122 min
The Be Glad Movement from Pollyanna20. Lauren Chiren, Educating businesses on the menopause.Lauren was working in the international financial services sector working with teams around the world. She loved her job and the people she worked with.However things started to go wrong. She wasn’t sleeping well so would turn up to work fatigued and struggle to remember what it was she was meant to be saying in meetings.One day she was lucky that a colleague was there to catch her when she fainted. Her boss noticed that things were not quite as they should be and Lauren was able to work from ho...2020-04-2900 min
Lauren Chiren helping women to combat the challenges of menopauseYoutube version https://youtu.be/_WTFIy-Mij8
https://www.womenofacertainstage.com
As the Principal Coach and catalyst for change, I lead female executives to maintain peak performance throughout their menopause. I educate large employers on the menopause and implement systems to retain and ensure top female talent flourish. My message and work with mindset and health, has woven throughout my career and spans celebrity circles to the executive suite. With my health and lifestyle businesses to date, I have impacted 1000's of people across the globe through my TV and radio appearances, talks, courses and private sessions. I feel passionately about mak...2019-12-1726 min
Better Than EverLauren Chiren - Women of a Certain StageHealth Coach, HCI Graduate, 10K Finalist, and Founder of Women of a Certain Stage - Lauren Chiren - joins Hannah Duncan on the Better Than Ever Podcast. Lauren has been featured on the BBC for her work in bringing awareness to menopause through Menopause Socials and coaching businesses and women on how to identify early stages of menopause with the hope that they will be able retain top female talent and improve overall productivity of their teams. Her goal is to create and promote menopause savvy organizations.
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The Second Nature ShowLiving with Menopause - with Lauren Chiren Menopause.
Whether you're experiencing it, or living with someone who is experiencing it, you'll want to listen to this weeks episode when we have our friend, Lauren Chiren, an Execute Coach & International Speaker specializing in Menopause on our show.
Contact Lauren at: http://www.womenofacertainage.com
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RelationSHIFTING with Coach Richie and Barbara#5 Lauren Chiren, Live the life you deserve not the one you are trapped in.Welcome to episode #5 where I have the incredible pleasure of speaking with Lauren Chiren all the way from across the pond in the U.K. A bad ass entrepreneur who is filled with an enormous amount of light and love. She shares her amazing heart touching story about the challenges she overcame not only professionally but personally. These challenges made her the champion in life and in business she is today and helping women of a certain stage all around the globe.
Lauren's Bio and Mission:
Lauren Chiren, is a qualified health coach who uses h...2019-01-2558 min
Gennev: Let's talk about menopauseWhat does a "menopause optimized" workplace look like?Like many women, Lauren Chiren had a rough transition to menopause. During a particularly bad 18-month stretch, her brain fog and short-term memory got so bad, she quit her high-powered senior role, concerned she was developing early onset dementia. When she learned she was actually dealing with menopause and there were ways to manage her symptoms, she decided to commit herself to helping women so no one would go through what she did. Now as Founder and Director of Women of a Certain Stage, Lauren coaches executive women, helping them make the lifestyle changes that...2018-12-1818 min