Navigating Menopause in the Workplace: Career Development and Financial Security

Welcome to Podcasts for Business with Steve Twynham, in partnership with Network B2B. This episode aims to help businesses share knowledge, expertise, and event details with a wider community while fostering great connections.

In this episode, Steve is joined by Margaret Wood to discuss the impact of menopause on women's career development and financial security. Margaret shares her journey of raising awareness about menopause, spurred by gender pay gap statistics and personal experiences. They delve into how menopause symptoms can affect women's professional lives and explore the reasons behind the widening gender pay gap after age 40.

Margaret explains the challenges women face during menopause transition, including career disruptions, reduced hours, and reluctance to seek promotions. She highlights the importance of employer support and the need for better workplace practices to accommodate menopausal women.

The conversation also touches on the broader implications of menopause on personal relationships and financial security, emphasising the necessity for partners and family members to be more informed and supportive. Margaret offers insights into her work with organisations and women, providing seminars and workshops to build awareness and resilience.

For those interested in learning more or seeking support, Margaret provides her contact details and expresses her willingness to help both individuals and organisations navigate this significant life transition.

Tune in for an enlightening discussion on how menopause can impact women's careers and what can be done to support them through this phase.