This interview podcast features Bob Safian interviewing Neha Ruch, author of "The Power Pause," about the societal, business, and individual implications of women taking career breaks to focus on family. The conversation begins by challenging the stigma surrounding stay-at-home mothers and introduces the concept of "The Power Pause" as a strategic career shift, not a career ending. Ruch discusses the financial realities of single-income households and the need for societal support for caregivers, citing statistics like one in three women planning a career pause in the next two years. The interview also explores how men experience similar challenges, the importance of reframing caregiving as valuable work, and advice for women returning to the workforce after a pause, emphasizing the importance of auditing skills and accomplishments gained during the break. Ultimately, the podcast aims to shift perspectives on career pauses, advocating for greater societal support and employer understanding of this increasingly common life stage.
