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Why Isn't Everyone Doing This? with Emily FletcherWhy Isn’t Everyone Taking a Power Pause?What if stepping back wasn’t failure, but strategy?
In this episode of Why Isn’t Everyone Doing This?, I sit down with Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled and author of The Power Pause, for one of the most validating conversations I’ve had about ambition, identity, and motherhood.
Neha names something so many women feel but rarely have language for: the tension between wanting a meaningful career and wanting to be deeply present with our children, without burning ourselves out or betraying ourselves in the process. She reframes the idea of a “career pause” a...
2025-12-301h 20
Things No One Tells YouMaking the Most of a Power Pause with Neha Ruch - Encore EpisodeAs we wrap up 2025, I wanted to revisit this powerful conversation I had with Neha Ruch during one of the first episodes of TNOTY. We'll be taking a short pause of our own, and we'll be launching Season 2 of TNOTY later in January! Follow us on Instagram to keep up with the latest. About the episode: I’ve talked to a lot of women about their careers—but what Neha Ruch said about “nailing the dismount” when leaving a job? That stuck with me, and I knew I wanted to learn more.In this episode, Neha, th...
2025-12-2551 min
Financial FeministHow to Make a Career Pause Work for You — Not Against You (with Neha Ruch)What if pressing pause on your career was actually the smartest, most strategic move you could make? In today’s episode, I’m joined by Neha Ruch, author of The Power Pause, to challenge the myths we’ve all been fed about stay-at-home motherhood, caregiving, and career pauses. We dig into why our culture undervalues care work, how identity gets tangled up in motherhood, and what it actually looks like to take a pause. Whether you’re considering stepping back from work to raise kids, support aging parents, or simply regroup, Neha shares smart ways to protect your finances, keep you...
2025-12-0954 min
BookboundFrom a Movement to a Manuscript with Neha RuchWhat does it take to publish a book that sparks a cultural shift?In this episode of Bookbound, Fran Hauser and Bethany Saltman talk with Neha Ruch, founder, CEO, and author of The Power Pause, about how she translated nearly a decade of grassroots advocacy into a bestselling book.Neha shares how she went from blog to book deal, the surprising pressure of platform growth, and what it really takes to land a Big Five publishing contract for a nuanced topic. She explains how her meetings with publishers mirrored...
2025-11-1845 min
Girls Night with Stephanie May WilsonI Want Both a Career and Kids — But Everyone Says I Have to ChooseAll season long, we’ve been talking about what I call The Everything Era—that season when you have to make so many of the biggest, most consequential decisions of your life all at once. It’s full of possibility, but it’s also full of pressure—especially when some of those decisions don’t seem to fit together very well.
And one of the trickiest examples of that is the tension between career and motherhood. What happens when the rhythm that used to work suddenly doesn’t anymore? When the version of success you used to ch...
2025-11-1051 min
MomCastEp. 56 - Stay-at-Home Motherhood's PR Makeover: Author Neha Ruch Tosses Outdated Labels & Makes Room for AmbitionThe stereotype of the stay-at-home mom is finally getting a rebrand thanks to Neha Ruch.A mom of two, Neha leapt onto the national stage with her bestseller “The Power Pause,” a primer for ambitious mothers leaning into family life.This success, she says, didn’t happen overnight; she planted seeds over a decade ago through her online community “Mother Untitled.”Neha’s work offers stay-at-home moms the dignity they deserve through some simple truths: raising children is a full time job and it requires support and respect.She urges moms to redefine success, plus:* how...
2025-11-0434 min
Chick ChatThe Power Pause: Redefining Ambition, Identity & Career Breaks in Motherhood with Neha RuchMotherhood changes us — and not just in the ways we expect. For many women, having a child prompts a deep reevaluation of priorities, identity, and ambition. It’s not that ambition disappears; it evolves into something new. And in a world that often pushes women to choose between work and family, this shift can often leave new mothers feeling confused, lonely, or even disempowered.
But what if pausing your career to focus on family wasn’t a setback, but a powerful, intentional move that reshapes your life and strengthens your future? That’s exactly what today’s guest, Neh...
2025-10-2854 min
Emotionally Uncomfortable1231: The Power Pause: When Professional Women Pause Their Career with Neha RuchWhat if success didn’t have to look like climbing the ladder or doing it all at once? In this episode, Heather is joined by the founder of The Power Pause and author of The Power Pause, Neha Ruch. Together, they unpack the societal narratives that make ambitious women fear slowing down and why pressing pause doesn’t mean giving up. This is a conversation about reclaiming your agency, reframing ambition, and choosing a life aligned with what really matters. What we cover: 🩶The profound identity shifts that occur when women slow down and red...
2025-09-2440 min
The Big MoveNeha Ruch - Author of ‘The Power Pause’ on Embracing The Identity Revolution that is MotherhoodThere was no better guest to kick off a new season of the podcast with, than Neha Ruch. Neha is the founder of Mother Untitled, the leading platform for ambitious women leaning into family life. She’s also author of her USA Today bestseller ‘The Power Pause’: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids – and Come Back Stronger Than Ever," - talk about a powerhouse, Neha is truly changing the way that we all think about our evolving roles in motherhood, the reframe around taking a pause or downshifting, and embracing (and celebrating!) our identity in all of the different...
2025-09-1743 min
Mommyhood UnscriptedEP 82: Neha Ruch on Taking A “Power Pause”After a 10-year career and an MBA from Stamford, Neha Ruch became--what society calls--a "stay-at-home mom". But it was a title she was not buying into. Neha didn't believe that she'd become a shut-in or that her career would be over. Instead, she reframed the situation and called this period "the power pause" -- a label so many women across the country are catching onto and getting behind. Neha chats with Nicole about her new book, "The Power Pause" and also gives some helpful advice to any women out there who may be struggling with the idea of a...
2025-09-0535 min
Do you want the truth?The Truth About: Career Pauses with Neha RuchSend us a textNeha Ruch—founder and author of The Power Pause, formerly known as Mother Untitled and recent guest on The Drew Barrymore Show—joins Sam and Zara to talk about one of the biggest third-rail topics in motherhood today: what happens when ambitious women choose to pause their careers.They cover everything from postnups and financial planning to the emotional rollercoaster of second babies, postpartum anxiety, and why the “trad wife” narrative is a distraction from what really matters. Neha doesn’t sugarcoat anything—she reclaims stay-at-home motherhood as a powerful, intentional choice, not...
2025-08-1157 min
Tidy Tidbits#20 - Why Slowing Down Might Be the Smartest Back-to-School Move You MakeA Tidy Take with Neha Ruch - If life feels like a nonstop to-do list—coffee in one hand, phone in the other—and the idea of slowing down makes you nervous, you’re not alone. Many of us worry that pausing will mean falling behind.That’s why I sat down with Neha Ruch (@neha_ruch -IG and Neha Ruch -Substack), writer, mom, and author of The Power Pause. Neha knows the pressure to keep going, but she also knows that intentional pauses can become a secret weapon for clarity, focus, and growth.In this epi...
2025-08-0905 min
Gems and Friends13. Gems & Neha RuchMaddie sat down with Neha Ruch of The Power Pause to talk ambition, identity, and why pressing pause on your career doesn’t mean losing your drive. From redefining success in motherhood to resisting the pressure to monetize every hobby, this one’s for anyone navigating a non-linear path. We loved every second — and we think you will too.Episode links HERE. For more:Follow @gemsandfriendspodcast on Instagram!Follow Nan @nan.philip and Maddie @gemsIloved Subscribe & leave us a comment or review!
2025-08-0755 min
Bossed UpThe Power Pause: Rebranding the Stay-at-Home MomLet’s explore identity and ambition through the lens of caregiving and career.I’ve talked a lot this year about settling into my “baby-making era,” working full-time while raising a toddler and an infant in this tumultuous time of trad wives and girl bosses. There’s a concerning disconnect between what women want and what society thinks of those desires. Joining me to talk about all this is Neha Ruch, founder of The Power Pause and author of the USA Today bestselling book of the same name.Neha is a marketing professional who stepped back from...
2025-08-0538 min
My So-Called Midlife with Reshma SaujaniIs It Time for You to Take a Pause? with Neha RuchMany women take career pauses when they have children. But Neha Ruch – author of The Power Pause – wants you to know that there are so many other times and reasons to consider a pause. Perhaps a family member needs care. Perhaps you need time to explore where you want to go next in your career. Neha tells Reshma how to prepare for a pause, what to do on your pause, and how to set yourself up for success when you return back to the workforce. Follow Neha @neha_ruch on Instagram. You can follow our host...
2025-07-3041 min
Career SlayPower Pause ft. Neha RuchDoes your ambition fade when you downshift your career to make room for motherhood?In this episode of the Career Slay Podcast, host Kelly Poquiz Burke interviews Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled and author of the bestselling book, The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids—and Come Back Stronger Than Ever. Neha discusses her journey of redefining success and ambition for women, particularly those navigating motherhood and career pauses. She also shares her personal experiences, the challenges she faced in her career, and how she transformed her career break into a powerful mo...
2025-07-1742 min
Your Well Life by Misha Vayner#18: Redefining career, identity and purpose in motherhood with Neha RuchIn this episode, I sit down with Neha Ruch — founder of The Power Pause (formerly Mother Untitled) and author of the USA Today bestselling book, The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids — and Come Back Stronger Than Ever.Neha’s work is transforming how we think about motherhood, ambition, and identity in a world that often asks women to shrink themselves into boxes that no longer fit.We explore what it means to claim agency, reconnect to self-worth, and expand the narrative for modern mothers — whether you’re working full-time, taking a pause, o...
2025-07-161h 07
The Millionaire MotherThe Power Pause: Why Rebranding the Motherhood & Career Conversation Matters with Neha RuchWhat if pressing pause on your career isn't the end—but the beginning of becoming more fully you? In this episode, I sit down with Neha Ruch—founder of Mother Untitled and author of The Power Pause—to explore what it means to hold ambition and motherhood in the same breath. Neha shares her deeply personal story of stepping off the traditional career ladder after Stanford Business School, embracing full-time motherhood, and birthing a movement to rebrand what it means to be a "stay-at-home mom." Together, we unpack the emotional nuances of downshifting, the power of red...
2025-07-0246 min
Landlines with Allison WilliamsParenthood: Who Am I Now? (w/ Neha Ruch)How can we balance all of our 'selves' and learn to navigate multiple identities after becoming a parent? In this episode we discuss the changes that our self-perception underwent after giving birth, and speak openly about what was lost and what was gained. We're then joined by author and entrepeneur Neha Ruch (The Power Pause) on how to empower ourselves and reframe this shift.Guest: Neha RuchFollow Landlines on Instagram!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok.Advertise on Landlines via Gumball.fm.See Pr...
2025-06-3055 min
Things No One Tells YouMaking the Most of a Power Pause with Neha RuchI’ve talked to a lot of women about their careers—but what Neha Ruch said about “nailing the dismount” when leaving a job? That stuck with me, and I knew I wanted to learn more.In this episode, Neha, the founder of Mother Untitled and author of The Power Pause, opens up about the quiet grief of stepping back from work, the invisible expectations placed on modern mothers, and the mindset shifts that helped her, and thousands of others, reclaim their career and life narrative on their own terms. She and I dive into the real stuff: t...
2025-06-261h 02
Work UnscriptedThe Power Pause: Redefining Motherhood, Career, and Ambition with Neha RuchFor many, parenthood includes hitting pause on your career. But does it have to impact your professional identity? On this episode of Work Unscripted, host Marlo Lyons sits down with Neha Ruch, author of The Power Pause, to explore how intentional career breaks for motherhood can redefine ambition, purpose, and professional fulfillment.Neha shares her own journey of stepping away from a thriving career to prioritize motherhood, facing societal pushback, and eventually finding deep meaning and renewed ambition. Together, they discuss practical strategies for maintaining professional...
2025-06-1848 min
Originate Now: Transform How You CreateDitch the Labels: How to Create and Redefine Who You Are Beyond Your Job TitleIf you’ve ever identified mostly with your job title or creative output, this episode is for you!This week on Originate Now, Jessica Higgins Chapman explores the concept of identity beyond job titles, emphasizing the importance of recognizing oneself beyond professional roles.It’s time to break free from labels and redefine who you are on your own terms, so you can create from a place of authenticity.Topics Discussed in this Episode:Why creatives often tie their worth to their roles and titles, and how it can leave you feeling lost...
2025-06-1710 min
Moms Ask WhyRedefining Motherhood, Work, and Worth with Neha RuchWhat if pressing pause on your career might be the most powerful move you ever make as a mother? We chat with Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled and author of THE POWER PAUSE. In this episode, we talk about navigating a career pause and reclaiming space for mothers in a culture obsessed with productivity. We explore topics like:What if your partner isn’t supportive of your career pause?How to let go of the need for new labels as a motherWhy choosing to stay at home with your kids will empowered you in ways you...
2025-06-1145 min
Get Well, Better: Health and Wellness Reimagined22. Why Taking a Break From Work Might Be the Best Career Move with Neha RuchCan women take a career pause without losing their ambition—or themselves?Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled – a platform dedicated to supporting women navigating career pauses and caregiving with clarity, confidence, and ambition – explores the deeply personal and often unspoken challenges modern mothers face today. Neha opens up about her own journey leaving a high-powered tech career to become a full-time parent—and how that decision sparked a redefinition of what success truly means. She shares the emotional complexity of motherhood, letting go of guilt around childcare and building a support system for your children...
2025-06-1049 min
The MomForce Podcast Hosted by ChatbooksThe Power Pause: Redefining Ambition in Motherhood with Neha RuchWhen Neha Ruch left her high-powered career to become a stay-at-home mom, she didn't see it as stepping back—she saw it as stepping into something deeper. In this episode, Neha, founder of The Power Pause and author of the book by the same name, shares how embracing a career pause led her to a more grounded, intentional version of ambition. She talks candidly about identity shifts in motherhood, the surprising ways her family has grown from her presence at home, and how we can all challenge hustle culture in favor of something more meaningful. This is a conversation fo...
2025-06-0339 min
The Motherkind PodcastWork Series: The Truth About Stepping Back from your career — And Coming Back even Stronger, with Neha RuchWelcome back to our special series on work and motherhood.
Here's something we don't talk about enough: the vast majority of ambitious, educated women will pause or shift their careers for a season while raising children, and not because they're giving up, but because they're playing the long game. In fact, 1 in 3 women will fully pause; 1 in 2 will downshift; and 90% will eventually return to the workforce. So these old labels of working and stay at home mum just don't fit anymore. The reality is far more fluid than that. And there's a new wave of mothers who...
2025-05-2942 min
the tara bixby podcast163. How to pause your career post-kids and come back stronger than ever Neha Ruch.If you're a momma who wants to hit pause on your career to be home with your little one, this episode is for you. Today, Neha Ruch is hanging out with us to give you all the tips and tricks on how to hit pause on your career post-kids and come back stronger than ever when you're ready. Neha is a thought leader, influencer, speaker, author of The Power Pause, and momma of two. She's also the founder of Motherhood Untitled, the leading platform for ambitious women leaning into family life. Her work at Mother Untitled is c...
2025-05-2748 min
Mom To MORETaking Her Power Pause: A Conversation with Neha RuchIn this episode of Mom to MORE®, host Sharon Macey chats with Neha Ruch, a visionary redefining the narrative around motherhood, ambition, and career. Neha is the founder of Mother Untitled, a platform empowering ambitious women who choose to pause or downshift their careers for family life. A Stanford MBA and former brand strategist, she launched Mother Untitled in 2017 to dignify the caregiving years and reframe career breaks. Her debut book, The Power Pause, is already making waves for its empowering take on modern motherhood and identity. Tune in as Sharon and Neha unpack the s...
2025-05-0538 min
50 Fires: Money and Meaning with Carl RichardsChoosing What Matters Most with Neha RuchWhat if the boldest career move you ever made was stepping away? Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled and author of The Power of Pause, joins Carl to unpack the layered experience of pausing a high-powered career to prioritize family — and rediscover a deeper sense of self.Neha shares her journey as the daughter of Indian immigrants, growing up acutely aware of financial insecurity and the privilege of choice. She opens up about the clarity she found in early motherhood, the liberation in presence over productivity, and how she reframed staying home not as a...
2025-04-231h 10
Struggle Care139: Pausing Your Career to Stay at Home (A Resource for Women Who Aren't Tradwives)In this episode of Struggle Care, host KC Davis speaks with Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled and author of The Power Pause. Together, they explore the reality of modern motherhood, particularly for women who decide—or feel compelled—to pause their careers to care for their children. This conversation addresses the outdated stereotypes of stay-at-home moms and offers empowering, practical insights for navigating this unique chapter with confidence and clarity.Show Highlights:
Neha’s personal story behind writing The Power Pause
What the “tradwife” movement misses—and who this book is really for
Why "sta...
2025-04-2148 min
Voices of Your Village331- Beyond the 9-to-5: Rethinking Work and Parenthood with Neha RuchYou're listening to Voices of Your Village, and today I get to hang out with Neha Ruch. Neha is the founder of Mother Untitled, the leading platform for ambitious women embracing family life. As a thought leader, influencer, and sought -after speaker, Neha's work is shifting the narrative around stay -at -home motherhood, empowering women to find confidence and purpose in their parenting journey. Her book, The Power Pause: How To Plan A Career Break After Kids - And Come Back Stronger Than Ever offers powerful insights for those navigating career pauses and identity shifts. I loved chatting with Neha...
2025-04-101h 14
Conversations with Cam294: Reframing Career Pauses and Navigating Identity as a Mother with Neha RuchIn this episode, I sit down with Neha Ruch, author of "The Power Pause," to discuss rebranding stay-at-home motherhood and navigating the complex world of work-life balance. We explore the concept of the "power pause," challenging outdated stereotypes, and finding fulfillment in both career and family life. Neha shares her personal journey, from her corporate career to embracing motherhood, and offers insights on how women can reframe their choices without shame or penalty.Key Takeaway / Points:The "power pause" as a rebranding of stay-at-home motherhoodChallenging outdated stereotypes about working...
2025-04-021h 02Conversations with Cam294: Reframing Career Pauses and Navigating Identity as a Mother with Neha RuchIn this episode, I sit down with Neha Ruch, author of "The Power Pause," to discuss rebranding stay-at-home motherhood and navigating the complex world of work-life balance. We explore the concept of the "power pause," challenging outdated stereotypes, and finding fulfillment in both career and family life. Neha shares her personal journey, from her corporate career to embracing motherhood, and offers insights on how women can reframe their choices without shame or penalty.Key Takeaway / Points:The "power pause" as a rebranding of stay-at-home motherhoodChallenging outdated stereotypes about working...
2025-04-021h 02
The Hardest Job EverThe Power Pause by Neha Ruch: Book Review & DiscussionEpisode 5: Karen and Purvi discuss the emotional journey following Karen's layoff - exploring themes of motherhood, personal identity, and the concept of the 'Power Pause' as introduced in Neha Ruch's book. They delve into the importance of self-reflection, setting measurable goals, and prioritizing personal well-being amidst the challenges of motherhood and career transitions.
2025-03-2031 min
We Are More Than Moms‘Stay-at-home mom’ needs a rebrand with Neha RuchNeha Ruch is on a mission to rebrand stay-at-home parenthood for a new generation of women and families—and we’re here for it. This conversation is all about identity: embracing our many roles, getting comfortable in the in-between, and taking the time to reflect on where we truly find fulfillment.We dive into the stigmas and shame surrounding stay-at-home motherhood, why it’s time to dismantle outdated narratives, and how the “girl boss” era shaped our views on work and success. Neha also shares the key conversations we should be having with our partners about work, iden...
2025-03-1346 min
I'd Rather Be ReadingNeha Ruch on The Power Pause and Reimagining Stay-at-Home MotherhoodI am thrilled to be back with each and every one of you for season 16—and I am thrilled to be joined by our guest today, Neha Ruch, author of The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids—and Come Back Stronger Than Ever, which came out January 14. We’ve all heard that phrase about having it all, about work/life balance (which I find to be a fallacy), and how to juggle it all, and Neha’s book offers a really modern solution: the power pause, which she explains in this episode. After reading her book, tr...
2025-03-0433 min
We Met At AcmeThere Is No Such Thing As A Stay At Home Mom ft. Neha RuchNeha Ruch is reshaping the perception of 'stay-at-home' motherhood -- and the mission and story is born out of her own experience. She got her MBA at Stanford and worked in brand strategy before taking her own 5-year career pause to raise kids. We discuss what it means to be a SAHM, the divide between working moms and moms who stay at home, how to know where you belong, and so much more.Sponsors:Get started with Allara Health's compassion-first expert care today with 25% off your first month when you go to...
2025-03-021h 01
LIBERTY ROAD with Nada Jones127. The Importance of Pausing: Neha RuchNeha Ruch is the founder of Mother Untitled, the leading platform for ambitious women leaning into family life. A thought leader, influencer, and sought-after speaker focusing on women, work, parenting, and identity, Neha’s work at Mother Untitled is catalyzing a shift in how society views stay-at-home motherhood. Her book, "THE POWER PAUSE: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids – and Come Back Stronger Than Ever," was published by Putnam in January 2025. Neha lives in Manhattan with her husband, their two children, and their dog Coconut.
In today’s episode, Nada sits down with Neha to discuss...
2025-02-2638 min
Momcozy Village - Together We GrowPressing Pause, Rising Stronger - The Liberating Power of Pausing Your Career with Neha RuchThe decision for moms to pause or downshift their careers often carries a heavy stigma. Yet, it can also provide a valuable opportunity to prioritize family life and grow alongside it.In this episode of the Momcozy Village: Together We Grow podcast, host Lalaina sits down with Neha Ruch, author and the founder of Mother Untitled, a leading platform for ambitious women embracing family life. Her new book, The Power Pause, redefines stay-at-home parenthood for a new generation of women and families.Together, they discuss why Neha took her...
2025-02-2431 min
What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood | Parenting Tips From Funny MomsFresh Take: Neha Ruch, "The Power Pause"So many women feel that when they leave the workforce to become a stay-at-home parent, "Mom" becomes their primary and only identity. But Neha Ruch, author of the new book THE POWER PAUSE, reframes the shift from paid work to stay-at-home parenting—and sometimes back to the workforce— in a way that expands identity and possibilities for women going through these transitions. Neha, Amy, and Margaret discuss:
Why the period of "stay at home momness" can be a great challenge to identity
How the Power Pause stands in contrast to the way moms are seen when they...
2025-02-0743 min
Raising Good HumansAre Stay-at-Home Moms Giving Up? Are Working Moms Selfish? Let’s Talk w/ Neha RuchIn today’s episode I am joined by Neha Ruch, author of The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break after Kids and Come Back Stronger Than Ever, to unpack the long-standing tension between stay-at-home and working moms. Together, we explore the myths, societal pressures, and hidden labor behind both choices—while challenging the idea that ambition and motherhood are at odds. Neha shares how taking a career pause can be a power move, why it’s time to end the shame around different parenting paths, and how we can better support all moms, no matter their choice.
2025-02-0739 min
The Driven Women Project09: Neha Ruch Mother UntitledThis episode of The Driven Women Project Podcast is not just for mothers—it’s for any woman who has ever questioned society’s definition of success.If you’ve ever felt pressure to conform to someone else’s definition of success, this episode will reframe everything.In this episode, I sit down with Neha Ruch, the founder of Mother Untitled, a movement redefining the way we view stay-at-home motherhood. Neha’s work has caught the attention of Oprah, Drew Barrymore, Kourtney Kardashian, Mandy Moore, and more, and her new book, The Power Pause, is changing the...
2025-02-0640 min
This Is the AuthorS10 E4: Neha Ruch, Alison Wood Brooks, and Alishia McCulloughIn this episode, meet Mother Untitled founder Neha Ruch, Harvard Business School professor Alison Wood Brooks, and therapist and founder of Black and Embodied Counseling and Consulting Alishia McCullough. Listen to Neha Ruch on opening more choices for women in their careers, Alison Wood Brooks on obsessing about the art of conversation, and Alishia McCullough on the power of representation in building a sense of legacy and in embodying the self.
The Power Pause by Neha Ruch: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/739585/the-power-pause-by-neha-ruch/audio/
Talk by Alison Wood Brooks: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/708473/talk-by-alison-wood-brooks/audio
Reclaiming the Black Body...
2025-01-2813 min
Minimalist Moms Podcast | Simple Living for Overwhelmed MomsRedefining Career Pauses: A Fresh Perspective on Stay-at-Home Life | Neha Ruch (EP377)Are you tired of the question, “What do you do?” as an at-home parent—a question that oversimplifies and undervalues the role? In this podcast episode, I spoke with Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled, to explore the multifaceted reality of taking a career break after having kids. We discuss the invisible yet essential labor of managing a household, the need to redefine success during this unique life phase, and practical ways to stay connected to professional goals while prioritizing family. Neha offers actionable strategies for remaining prepared to re-enter the workforce when the time is right, while also addres...
2025-01-2739 min
The Grey Areas Podcast with Kelsey DonlonThe Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids and Come Back Stronger Than Ever with Neha RuchWelcome back to the Grey Areas podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled and author of The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids and Come Back Stronger Than Ever. Neha is a trailblazer in reshaping how society views stay-at-home motherhood, offering a voice for ambitious women navigating career pauses or downshifts.Neha shares her personal journey from brand strategist and Stanford MBA graduate to embracing motherhood full-time. She reflects on the outdated stereotypes she encountered and her mission to catalyze a societal shift through Mother Untitled...
2025-01-2241 min
Insights from the Couch - Real Talk for Women at MidlifeEp.31: The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids and Come Back Stronger than EverIn today’s episode of Insights from the Couch, we discuss the evolving conversation around work, family, and redefining what it means to take a career pause. Joined by Neha Ruch, founder of the platform Mother Untitled, we explore the insights from her upcoming book, The Power Pause, and how it encourages women to embrace career downshifts or pauses with confidence and purpose. Neha shares her journey of moving from corporate ambition to an intentional family-focused life, challenging outdated beliefs that staying at home and career ambitions are mutually exclusive.Together, we explore the fluidity in women’s ca...
2025-01-2240 min
Masters of ScaleRedefining work-life balance, with Neha RuchAs return-to-office policies reignite the perennial debate over work-life balance, a cultural shift is underway. Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled and author of The Power Pause, is leading the charge to redefine the role – and perception – of working parents. In this episode of Rapid Response, she explores how career pauses can drive personal growth, expand networks, and unlock better long-term career outcomes. As support systems for parents become increasingly strained, Neha sparks an essential dialogue about our well-being, self-fulfillment, and the evolving definition of success.Find The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids...
2025-01-2129 min
Rapid ResponseRedefining work-life balance, with Neha RuchAs return-to-office policies reignite the perennial debate over work-life balance, a cultural shift is underway. Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled and author of The Power Pause, is leading the charge to redefine the role – and perception – of working parents. In this episode of Rapid Response, she explores how career pauses can drive personal growth, expand networks, and unlock better long-term career outcomes. As support systems for parents become increasingly strained, Neha sparks an essential dialogue about our well-being, self-fulfillment, and the evolving definition of success.Find The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids...
2025-01-2129 min
The Parenting ReframeThe Power Pause with Neha RuchIn this episode, I have the absolute pleasure of talking with Neha Ruch, the founder of Mother Untitled, the leading platform for ambitious women leaning into family life. A thought leader, writer and speaker on parenting, women, work and identity, Neha established Mother Untitled in 2017 after working for a decade in digital and brand strategy and earning an MBA from Stanford. Her new book, The Power Pause, examines how to take a career pause after having kids and is available now. We discuss how taking a pause in many stages of life has incredible benefits and the different ways...
2025-01-1542 min
Dr. Sheryl‘s PodCouchEpisode 075: The Power Pause with Neha RuchNeha Ruch is the founder of Mother Untitled, the leading platform for ambitious women leaning into family life. A thought leader, influencer, and sought-after speaker focusing on women, work, parenting and identity, Neha's transformative insights and reframes resonate with the hundreds of thousands of women in the Mother Untitled community and beyond.Her book, The Power Pause is a first-of-its-kind, interactive guide to approaching stay-at-home motherhood or a downshifted career as an enriching chapter — the opposite of a death knell for a woman’s professional life. You can order it here. She discusses the book in grea...
2025-01-1430 minDr. Sheryl‘s PodCouchEpisode 075: The Power Pause with Neha RuchNeha Ruch is the founder of Mother Untitled, the leading platform for ambitious women leaning into family life. A thought leader, influencer, and sought-after speaker focusing on women, work, parenting and identity, Neha's transformative insights and reframes resonate with the hundreds of thousands of women in the Mother Untitled community and beyond.Her book, The Power Pause is a first-of-its-kind, interactive guide to approaching stay-at-home motherhood or a downshifted career as an enriching chapter — the opposite of a death knell for a woman’s professional life. You can order it here. She discusses the book in grea...
2025-01-1430 min
Warm Mass of Full Audiobooks in Self Development, Health & WellnessPower Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids--and Come Back Stronger Than Ever - Neha RuchListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://epod.spaceTitle: Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids--and Come Back Stronger Than EverAuthor: Neha RuchNarrator: Neha RuchFormat: UnabridgedLength: 9:00:00Language: EnglishRelease date: 01-14-2025Publisher: Penguin AudioGenres: Business & Economics, Self Development, Management & Leadership, Health & Wellness, ParentingSummary:A paradigm-shifting guide to career breaks after kids that rebrands stay-at-home parenthood for a new generation of women and families.
'So, what do you do?'
When Neha Ruch...
2025-01-149h 00
Experience The Immersive Full Audiobook Now, Busy Professionals!The Power Pause by Neha RuchPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/8496to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Power Pause
Author: Neha Ruch
Narrator: Neha Ruch
Format: mp3
Length: 7 hrs and 32 mins
Release date: 01-14-25
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 36 ratings
Genres: Women in Business
Publisher's Summary:
"So, what do you do?" When Neha Ruch had to answer this seemingly innocent question for the first time after leaving her corporate job to care for her infant son, she drew a shameful blank. She couldn’t find the words to describe this new stage of life she’d just embarked on. How, then, was she to navigate this...
2025-01-147h 32
Under the Influence with Jo PiazzaA Revolution for Women's Work and Ambition with Neha RuchThis episode will motivate you in all kinds of new ways. Amidst all of the chaos in our country right now we actually have an opportunity to completely blow up the way we view motherhood, caregiving, women’s labor and ambition. Neha Ruch is leading this revolution. The author of the new bestseller 'The Power Pause,' joins me to explore the outdated stereotypes of stay-at-home motherhood and proposes a new narrative that values career pauses. The discussion highlights the importance of redefining ambition and professional identity and challenging traditional workplace norms that have been shaped predominantly by men. It...
2025-01-1444 min
A Day In Her LifeEpisode 85: A Day In Her Life with Neha Ruch - Founder of Mother Untitled, Author, and Mom of Two in NYTell us what you think!!!Join Us for This Week’s Episode of A Day In Her Life with Neha Ruch!This week, Ellie chats with Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled, author of The Power Pause, and mom of two young kids in New York. Neha shares her journey of redefining the narrative around taking a career break after kids and how she’s balancing a busy season of life.What We Discuss:Founding Mother Untitled: How Neha...
2025-01-1456 min
Mom CuriousEpisode 128: The Power Pause by Neha RuchA weekly conversation between (mostly) women about all the different ways to be a mother (or not) with your host Daniella Rabbani. ALL ARE WELCOME. This Week’s Guest:Neha Ruch is the founder of Mother Untitled, the leading platform for ambitious women leaning into family life. A thought leader, influencer, and sought-after speaker focusing on women, work, parenting and identity, Neha’s work at Mother Untitled is catalyzing a shift in how society views stay-at-home motherhood. Her book, ""THE POWER PAUSE: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids –...
2025-01-1453 minBegin A Edge-Of-Your-Seat Full Audiobook On Your Commute.The Power Pause by Neha RuchPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/8496to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Power Pause
Author: Neha Ruch
Narrator: Neha Ruch
Format: mp3
Length: 7 hrs and 32 mins
Release date: 01-14-25
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 36 ratings
Genres: Women in Business
Publisher's Summary:
"So, what do you do?" When Neha Ruch had to answer this seemingly innocent question for the first time after leaving her corporate job to care for her infant son, she drew a shameful blank. She couldn’t find the words to describe this new stage of life she’d just embarked on. How, then, was she to navigate this...
2025-01-147h 32
So Money with Farnoosh Torabi1774: Rebranding the Stay-at-Home Mom: How to Take a Career Break and Thrive at Home with Neha RuchWe explore the power of career pauses with Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled and author of The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids and Come Back Stronger Than Ever. Neha is on a mission to rebrand the title “stay-at-home mom” and shift the narrative around career breaks from one of sacrifice to one of empowerment.We dive into how parents can intentionally plan for a career pause, create financial security, and use this time to grow both personally and professionally. Neha offers practical strategies for navigating societal perceptions, fostering meaningful connections, and...
2025-01-1332 min
Zachthinkshare PodcastEp 78: Neha Ruch - Mother Untitled and the Power of PauseSummary
Get your book: https://www.motheruntitled.com/
In this conversation, Neha Ruch discusses her journey as a mother and career woman, emphasizing the importance of intentional pauses in one's career to focus on family life. She explores the societal perceptions of motherhood and career, the need for support and help in parenting, and the evolving dynamics of the workforce post-pandemic. Neha advocates for redefining success and contribution beyond traditional metrics, highlighting the value of emotional labor and communication in partnerships.
2025-01-1340 min
Edit Your Life | Simplify + Declutter Your Home, Time, and Mental SpaceReframing + Planning Career Pauses (with Neha Ruch)Are you tired of that (tired!) question, “What do you do?” as an at-home parent? Christine converses with Neha Ruch about career breaks after kids, household labor visibility, redefining success during a pause, positioning yourself to return to work, and more. For links, visit the show notes.Edit Your Life is an award-winning podcast that offers tips, recommendations, and expert advice to simplify and declutter your home, schedule, to-do list, relationships, and mental space. Connect with host Christine Koh at edityourlifeshow@gmail.com or DM @edityourlifeshow or @drchristinekoh. Learn more about your ad choi...
2025-01-0943 min
9 to 5ish with theSkimmMother Untitled’s Neha Ruch on Rebranding Stay-At-Home MotherhoodNeha Ruch chose to take an indefinite pause from work after having her second child. She immediately faced raised eyebrows and unsolicited advice. She didn’t bat an eye at her choice. But the reactions got her thinking: why are we riding on outdated stereotypes about moms choosing to exit the workforce to take care of their family for a chapter of their lives? Enter: Mother Untitled, the leading platform dedicated to ambitious women choosing to lean into family life – without shame. Today, Neha shares tips from her new book The Power Pause to help listeners pull...
2025-01-0834 min
Securely AttachedBreaking free from "girl-boss" culture: Balancing career, family, and fulfillment with Neha RuchNeha Ruch is sharing strategies for embracing flexibility as you balance, shift, and grow in both your career and parenthood. In this episode we explore: - How to redefine what "career" means to you at this stage of life and navigate the evolving roles of being a working or stay-at-home parent. - Why downshifting your career can be a valuable smaller step if you're not ready to take a full pause. - Preparing for this transition to feel less overwhelming—emotionally, financially, and in ter...
2025-01-0753 min
We Didn't Turn Out OK with Jennie Monness1: Getting Stuck on the "Little Things" and Raising a "Slow to Warm Up" Child with Neha RuchIn this episode I sit down with Neha Ruch, the founder of Mother Untitled, the first platform dedicated to discussing women taking career pauses and leaning into family life. Neha has two kids: Lyla, age 6 and Bodie age 9. Neha and I talk about getting stuck on the "little things" that don’t feel so little in the moment—like when our kids insist on wearing certain clothing—and how we can project our own feelings around their self expression. For example, the thought “People will judge me as a parent if my child wears this again!” W...
2025-01-0651 min
Collecting InsightThe Power Pause with Neha Ruch: Why Mothers Deserve More ChoicesIn this episode, Lori and Sara sit down with Neha Ruch, the author of The Power Pause. This groundbreaking book encourages women to seamlessly integrate their careers and family lives into one cohesive journey. Neha is also the founder of Motheruntitled, a vibrant community that supports ambitious women navigating career pauses to create more space for family life. Her work reshapes how we view motherhood—whether working from home or outside the home—and helps women embrace both roles without guilt or division. Join this insightful and inspiring conversation with Neha, and learn why Lori and Sara can’t wait f...
2025-01-0130 min
The UnTrivial Podcast22. Mother/Untitled founder, Neha Ruch on Pausing Paid Work and Focusing on Family LifeMy guest today is Neha Ruch. Neha is the founder of Mother Untitled, the leading platform for ambitious women leaning into family life. As a thought leader, influencer, and speaker focusing on women, work, parenting and identity, Neha aims to reframe and shift how society views stay-at-home motherhood and taking a pause on paid work to focus on family.
Her book, 'The Power Pause: How to plan a career break after kids and come back strong than ever' is set to launch January 14th 2025 and is available for preorder now.
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2024-12-1744 min
Leaning Into BeingMotherhood Rebranded: Neha Ruch on Pausing Careers With PurposeIn today’s world, working moms are celebrated, but stay-at-home moms rarely get the same recognition. Neha Ruch is on a mission to change that. As the founder of Mother Untitled, Neha has built a thriving community for ambitious women who take career pauses to focus on family. In this episode, she shares insights from her upcoming book, The Power Pause. It’s a guide for mothers on navigating new identities, staying connected to their aspirations, and expanding their network while on a break.This conversation is about honoring all paths in motherhood, embracing the freed...
2024-12-1734 min
Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury UnruffledEmbrace the Privilege of Parenthood (With Neha Ruch)
Janet’s guest this week is Neha Ruch, a writer and speaker on parenting, women, work, and identity. Her personal journey from career through parenthood led her to question and ultimately reject society’s stereotypical view of the stay-at-home parent and its limitations, and instead celebrate the possibilities. Neha is the founder of Mother Untitled (.com), which seeks to reimagine parenthood as a pause or “downshift" and an opportunity to find our passions. Through Mother Untitled, Neha connects a growing community of like minded parents with resources geared to support and further their goals. Her new book, “The Power Pause: H...
2024-12-1737 min
Milk Drunk by BobbieNeha Ruch’s Power Pause: Mothers Need More OptionsWhat happens when an ambitious mom downshifts or hits the “pause” button on her career? Incredible things, that’s what. Mother Untitled founder, thought leader, speaker, brand strategist, mom, and author of THE POWER PAUSE: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids – and Come Back Stronger Than Ever Neha Ruch defines her groundbreaking Power Pause movement and how Mother Untitled - the world's first collective of and leading resource for ambitious mothers downshifting or pausing their careers - is rewriting the narrative on how society perceives the unpaid work of caregiving and household running. Don...
2024-12-1744 min
Happy & HumanA Conversation on Ambition and Parenting with Neha RuchSend us a textWhat does it look like when an ambitious woman at the top of her game intentionally pauses paid work to focus on raising children? Is there a right and wrong way to approach the balance of work and professional ambitions with raising children? These are the questions and topics Seema and Dinesh dive into with guest Neha Ruch, founder of Mother United. Determined to represent the possibilities of being an ambitious woman or parent, choosing to pause or shift a career to focus on family, Neha shares her experience and the common experiences...
2024-11-1253 min
WithIn PodcastEP. 5 | You Are Not Just a Mom w/ Neha Ruch"When women stop working for pay, they often end up managing all home responsibilities alone. Their worth becomes measured not by their own wellbeing, but by their children's behavior, health, happiness, and the overall household stress.".- Neha RuchToday on Within:
The true value of stay-at-home moms.
Redefining the word 'Stay-at-Home Mom'.
Feeling invisible as a mom from partners, family, and society.
Prioritizing your physical and mental health when you're a full-time parent.
Talking about equitable parenting with your partner.
Pausing to reconnect with your inner self.
Neha...
2024-11-111h 05
Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity78. Taking a Career Break for Motherhood? How to Rediscover Your Purpose As a SAHM with Neha RuchSend us a textIn today’s episode, Chelsea speaks with Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled and author of The Power Pause, about how to balance motherhood and career. Neha shares her transformative journey from a successful marketing career to becoming a stay-at-home mom (SAHM) and launching her own business. She opens up about the challenges, stigma, and societal pressures surrounding the decision to take a career break and the importance of building a supportive community for women navigating similar transitions.Throughout the episode, Chelsea and Neha discuss how cultural conditioning around ambition shapes wo...
2024-11-0950 min
I Have HelpSeason 2 Episode 3 - NehaConversations about the support we have, build and seek to navigate parenthood.Neha Ruch is the founder of Mother Untitled and mother of two kids. Neha left a hugely accomplished career to give a voice to modern mother’s struggle around identity, family, ambition and the beautiful grey area that is motherhood. She has a book the Power Pause out in January.Mother UntitledThe Power PauseI Have Help on InstagramFill out the survey to get involved...
2024-10-2543 min
Healing Her with Ashley LeMieux59. How Can I OWN The Decision That's Best for Me in THIS Season as A “Stay-at-Home” or “Working” Mom? With Neha RuchEver felt like your identity was tied to your job? In this episode, I sat down with Neha Ruch, the founder of Mother Untitled which supports women who have paused their careers to focus on motherhood. She breaks down the concept of the "power pause". We explore how to balance being a stay-at-home and working mom. It can be so easy for us to lose our identity to motherhood or our career. This episode is full of ways to connect back to yourself, grow, and have more fulfillment no matter what this season of motherhood looks like for you...
2024-10-0148 min
The Paula Faris ShowHOT TOPICS: Why Women Are Leaving the Workforce with Neha Ruch from Mother UntitledWe’re talking hot topics throughout Season Three of The Paula Faris Show and one of the hottest topics is this: Women are leaving the workplace because it simply doesn’t work for them. 1 in 3 women are planning on “pausing” and nearly half are considering downshifting, to lean into family life. What’s behind this trend? And, how can we support women throughout their entire journey of kids and career? I’ve invited Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled, to the conversation to talk about why women are leaving the workforce, p...
2024-10-0149 min
Breakthrough Brand Podcast - Online Business Growth, Website Design Strategies, Grow a Podcast, Motherhood and Business, Passive Income, Christian Faith, Showit Templates284: Rebranding the Stay-at-Home Mom: How You Can Take a Career Pause for Motherhood with Neha Ruch of Mother UntitledHave you considered intentionally working less in your business or career to prioritize your motherhood? Or maybe you desire to take a career pause from your paid work to focus your time and energy on family life? These decisions can be tough ones to make, especially when it can feel like the world is telling us that we should do it all and just keep pushing harder and harder. If you're craving slowing down, softness, maybe you feel a little over girl bossing right now, or maybe you've decided you don't want a seat in the C-suite r...
2024-09-1052 min
Sophie: Obsessed With Feeling My BestNeha Ruch of Mother Untitled on Life In the Grey Area Between Career and Motherhood and Using A Career Pause to Unlock Your Full PotentialWhen I reached out to my community and asked who in the motherhood space you wanted to hear from, the resounding answer was Neha Ruch from Mother Untitled.After 10 years working in Brand Strategy and receiving her MBA from Stanford, Neha decided to pause her career after the birth of her second child. She quickly encountered outdated stereotypes associated with being a stay-at-home mother—stereotypes that seemed more fitting to a bygone era than her own experience or the modern women she was meeting. She became determined to create the world's first collective of ambitious women on ca...
2024-09-0447 min
More of What MattersWriting a New Narrative: Neha Ruch on the Gray Area, Motherhood, Identity and AmbitionHello Friends! Today I am going to dive deep into the delicate balance between motherhood and professional ambition with my special guest, Neha Ruch. Neha, the founder of the leading platform "Mother Untitled," shares her transformative journey.
In this conversation, we highlight the struggles many modern women face against societal expectations, and the urgency to challenge traditional ideas of success and ambition. Together, we explore topics such as redefining ambition, the financial implications of career pauses, and the often-ignored value of meaningful work over titles and paychecks. We delve into preplanning and establishing boundaries...
2024-09-0441 min
Ready or NotMother Untitled founder Neha Ruch on why motherhood isn't the death of ambitionWhen Neha Ruch decided to take a career pause for family life, the mothers that she met weren’t exactly the image that society had painted of them. These mothers weren’t baby-obsessed, one dimensional people without a clever thought and they weren’t people that didn’t know how to do anything outside of changing a nappy.These were smart women with thoughts and passions and ideas. They were choosing to shift gears. Ambition was not left at the threshold that they crossed when they entered the door marked motherhood, in fact, dedicating themselves to motherhood was able...
2024-07-0941 minReady or NotMother Untitled founder Neha Ruch on why motherhood isn't the death of ambitionWhen Neha Ruch decided to take a career pause for family life, the mothers that she met weren’t exactly the image that society had painted of them. These mothers weren’t baby-obsessed, one dimensional people without a clever thought and they weren’t people that didn’t know how to do anything outside of changing a nappy.These were smart women with thoughts and passions and ideas. They were choosing to shift gears. Ambition was not left at the threshold that they crossed when they entered the door marked motherhood, in fact, dedicating themselves to motherhood was able...
2024-07-0941 min
Mo News - The InterviewEP 85: Redefining “Stay At Home Moms” - Talking Career, Family, Relationships with Mother Untitled’s Neha RuchAs we celebrate Mother’s Day, this episode dives into the state of moms in America with an interview with Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled (MU). She is also the author of forthcoming book, "The Power Pause,” looking at redefining stay at home motherhood. Neha talks to Mosheh about how the perception of stay at home moms has transformed from a traditional archetype to a dynamic role that blends family life with personal and professional fulfillment. We delve into new data MU has collected from thousands of moms across the country, with a focus on how...
2024-05-1352 min
Modern Mom ProbsThe Motherhood Career Pause with Neha RuchNeha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled, discusses the importance of redefining success and rebranding the perception of career pauses for women. She emphasizes the need for a platform that dignifies and supports women who choose to make room for family life. Neha highlights the nuanced view of motherhood and career pauses, challenging the traditional tropes that hold women back. She also discusses the power of intentionality and the importance of support and choice in navigating the different seasons of motherhood. Neha shares the offerings of Mother Untitled, including curated content, a job board, and a directory for women to...
2024-04-2341 min
The Snooze Button: Baby & Toddler Sleep, SimplifiedThe Power Of A Career Pause with Neha Ruch of Mother UntitledNeha Rush is on a mission to change the narrative around Moms & Careers.It's 2024, and we're not picking a lane anymore! We're leaning in alright, but into the grey area. Neha sat down with me this week to share the story behind her revolutionary brand, Mother Untitled, which is changing the cultural conversation around career breaks for caregiving. Wherever you're sitting right now in between "work" and "home" - this episode with give you the confidence to own whatever stage you're in, the mindset shift to create your own goals, and the reminder that where you are...
2024-04-1033 minUnder the Influence with Jo PiazzaAmbitious Women Leaning into Family Life with Neha RuchWhat if we recognized the ambition inherent in motherhood? What if we normalized corporate career pauses? What if we didn't let ourselves be defined by the false mommy wars created by the media between work at home moms and work outside the home moms? Today we have Neha Ruch, creator of Mother Untitled, the leading resource for ambitious women leaning into family life. They are on are on a mission to update the perception of career pauses and downshifts for motherhood, infusing this life chapter with ambition, dignity, growth, and potential. We are on the cusp of a new...
2024-01-2543 min
The Second ShiftHow to Reframe Stay-At-Home Motherhood with Neha RuchNeha Ruch wants to rebrand stay-at-home motherhood, and she's tackling this head-on with her platform, Mother Untitled. Through positive storytelling and emotional honesty, she hopes to update and upgrade the perception and cultural norms that make women feel bad about stepping out of work to raise their children (whether or not it is a choice). In a study commissioned by Mother Untitled, more than 50% of women said they plan to leave their jobs or downshift in the next two years-- so Neha's work is more important than ever! This episode is a courageous conversation about blame, guilt, self-identity, and amb...
2023-11-2931 min
She PivotsCandid Convo: Neha Ruch: Navigating Professional and Personal Identity As a MotherAfter 10 years working in social, digital, and brand strategy, Neha Ruch launched Mother Untitled, a digital media platform committed to empowering women pausing or shifting careers to focus on family life. In this Candid Convo—just in time for back to school—Emily and Neha dig into the preconceptions people have about working moms and stay-at-home moms, about what it means for our identities when we become mothers, how we raise sensitive sons, and transparency around childcare support. They also provide insight into the new proprietary study from Mother Untitled on the perceptions and experiences of college-educated, stay-at-home mothers in A...
2023-09-2051 min
The Breakdown with BethanyNeha Ruch of Mother Untitled Talks Career Passions and PausesNeha Ruch is the founder of Mother Untitled, which she started as her passion project during a “pause” in her career to focus on parenting and has made it her mission to help parents like her do it all – but in their own way. She partnered with Chicco to launch the “Get Your Gig On” Initiative, which supports parents balancing personal passions with their parenting journeys. In this episode, Bethany asks Neha about her journey of going to career – mom – passion project – entrepreneur, helpful resources for parents considering taking up a side gig, passion project or hobby, and more! Learn m...
2023-09-1421 min
No Silly Questions- An Education Podcast for ParentsNSQ Parents Unplugged. With Elizabeth Baron, Marcella Kelson, and Neha RuchWelcome to an episode of NSQ Parents Unplugged- where we hear from parents and professionals about their experiences with school and the educational choices they're making for their families. Today, we’re going to be putting on our own oxygen masks, so to speak- and shifting focus from the kids back to the grownups. Because we know that our ability to care for our kids and care for ourselves are inextricably linked… “you can't fill from an empty cup.” as they say…And so today we are going to be exploring how we keep our cups full- an...
2023-08-2049 min
That's Total Mom SenseNeha Ruch: Embracing Career Breaks & Shifts During ParenthoodNeha Ruch, CEO/Founder of Mother Untitled, shares her personal journey of taking pauses in her career to discover her purpose as a parent, challenging societal expectations and building a necessary community for mothers. She references the inspiring stories of Shannon Watts and Jessica Me Rivera, who were SAHM turned activists and have driven monumental change in society. Meet My Guest:
WEBSITE: MotherUnited.com
INSTAGRAM: @motheruntitled
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2023-07-2047 min
Balancing BusyMore Than Just a Mom with Neha Ruch (#54)Send us a textFULL SHOW NOTES: 54.balancingbusypodcast.com This episode is for all my stay-at-home mamas. One thing I often hear in conversations, typed across emails, is... "I'm just a mom."Ummm. No way. No how!You are not just a mom. You ARE A MOM! And there is nothing more selfless, no influence on earth more powerful than that of a mother!Which is why I'm so excited for this episode! Neha Ruch, the founder of Mother Untitled, is joining me today. Her platform was founded for a...
2023-06-2732 min
Perelel LivesRedefining What It Means to Be a Stay-at-Home Mom with Neha Ruch of Mother UntitledToday’s guest is Neha Ruch, the founder of Mother Untitled—the first platform exclusively focused on empowering women as they navigate career breaks in motherhood. Before becoming a mom herself, Neha spent ten years in brand strategy and received her MBA from Stanford Business School. She then decided to downshift and become a stay-at-home mom after welcoming her first child. The experience was a catalyst for her to launch her own platform aimed at redefining what it means to be a stay-at-home mom and providing support for other women in the middle of their own career pivot. We talk...
2023-05-2352 min
Good Enough For NowBeing the Mother of All Titles with Neha RuchIn this episode of Good Enough for Now, Neha Ruch discusses choosing the gray area between motherhood and work, the push to redefine success as a parent and a modern take on ambition. Neha shares about her decision to stay home with her young children and how her career pause led her to define her own values and reframe her goals. She also shares how to answer the question, "What do you do?" and how her community, Mother Untitled, was born. Our conversation is one that we all needed in our 20s and now can h...
2023-05-0935 min
Thrive SpiceModern, Ambitious Women Unsubscribing from Self-Doubt with Neha Ruch | AAPI Heritage Month & Maternal Mental Health Awareness WeekIn honor of Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week and AAPI Heritage Month, host Vanessa talks with Neha Ruch, Founder of Mother Untitled, about choosing yourself, unsubscribing from judgements and self-doubt, and finding growth and clarity in times of transition. As modern, ambitious, Asian American women raising mixed-race families, Neha and Vanessa share their perspectives on nonlinear career journeys and deconstruct the narratives behind the “stay-at-home” vs. “working” moms debate. We discuss redefining success metrics, "having it all," and healing racial and intergenerational trauma. Neha shares her personal journey as an Indian-American mother nav...
2023-05-0154 min