Becca Carnahan is a career coach and a devoted mother on a mission to help parents achieve their professional aspirations without compromising the flexibility required in raising their children. Her journey in career coaching and her commitment to supporting parents in their quest for fulfilling employment make her an outstanding figure in the world of professional development.
Becca’s Career Coaching for Parents and Mid-Career Professionals
With a profound passion for helping individuals discover their true calling, Becca founded Next Chapter Careers, a specialized coaching service aimed at empowering mothers to find fulfilling jobs while retaining the flexibility necessary for parenting. Her coaching services are tailored to mid-career professionals seeking greater joy and satisfaction in their work. Becca understands the unique challenges that parents face when balancing their career goals with their responsibilities as parents, and recognizes the importance of helping them find what truly ignites their passion and sense of purpose.
Becca’s dedication to career coaching extends beyond her coaching work. She also serves as an advisory board member of PathWise.io, further extending her influence in guiding individuals toward professional success and fulfillment.
Becca’s Journey in Higher Education and Coaching
Becca Carnahan’s educational background is noteworthy. She holds an undergraduate degree in business management from Boston College and earned her Master’s degree in Higher Education from Harvard Graduate School of Education. Her academic foundation, coupled with her extensive career in higher education and professional development, has equipped her with valuable insights into the career journey of her clients.
For 15 years, Becca dedicated her expertise to Harvard Business School, in roles ranging from coach to writer and recruiting operations leader. Her vast experience in higher education and career development has significantly contributed to her success as a career coach.
Becca’s Written Voice for Working Moms
Beyond her coaching career, Becca is the author of three books: When Mommy Grows Up: A Guide to Parenting Yourself to a More Fulfilling Career, and two children’s books, Belinda Baloney Changes Her Mind and Benji Baloney Learns to Be Brave. Her writing extends to the popular working mom blog, With Love Becca, where she offers invaluable insights into managing the complexities of motherhood and careers with a touch of humor. Becca has also been published in Harvard Business Review, Today, Brainz, Thrive Global, Fairygodboss, U.S. News, Vox, NPR, The Wall Street Journal, and HuffPost.
Becca’s commitment to supporting working mothers and parents led her to launch and co-host the podcast When Mommy Grows Up. The podcast is dedicated to helping mid-career professionals and moms in particular define their personal success while offering support to pursue it. Listeners can expect to hear real stories from real moms who face the same challenges, from finding flexible jobs to pursuing their passions while managing the demands of parenthood.
Becca’s career coaching services, writing, and podcast offer invaluable resources for those striving to find joy and fulfillment in both their careers and family lives. Becca’s vision and expertise continue to inspire countless parents on their journey to success.
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