Career Radiance for the Woman in Midlife
Dancing into Midlife?
You might be singing and dancing your way into midlife—and if so, keep dancing!
But if, like many of us, the mental load and burnout feel more like a constant headache than an enjoyable melody, keep reading.
Two years ago, as I was edging towards a second burnout, I made the decision to start my own business. This time, I recognised the signs. I didn’t want to repeat the cycle of going off sick for six months, slowly recovering, and then diving back into the same pressures. That was no longer an option I was willing to accept.
Leaving employment felt like a reckless move—and looking back, it probably was. I had a few months of freelance work lined up, but no clear plan and no real clue how to run a business. As a single parent with no other income, it wasn’t an easy decision. But I knew I needed to do something life-changing.
At the time, work, life, and perimenopause had tangled themselves into one overwhelming, messy knot. It wasn’t until I removed work stress from the equation that I could truly see how far I had drifted from the life I wanted. I wasn’t living my values. I wasn’t using my talents. I had lost sight of my aspirations—both in my career and in how I wanted to live.
So, I did what I always do when I need to find clarity—I got curious.
I worked with a life coach, a business coach, and did a lot of self-coaching. I journaled, experimented, and allowed myself to explore with curiosity and playfulness. And, in doing so, I started to rediscover myself.
Common Themes Among Women in Midlife
As I worked with clients, I noticed recurring patterns in their experiences. So many of the women I supported were navigating similar terrain:
Career crossroads – restructuring, redundancy, promotion, job applications, imposter syndrome, and the constant juggling act of home and work life
Perimenopausal challenges – dips in confidence, struggles with self-worth, heightened emotions, and physical symptoms that affected their mood, performance, and general enjoyment of life
Shifts in working culture – less flexibility, the return to commuting, and adjusting to new patterns of working
Caring responsibilities – especially for ageing parents or relatives
External pressures – cost of living, economic uncertainty, global politics, war, and unrest all adding to the daily emotional load
I found myself having similar conversations, using the same coaching tools and models to support them. And I wanted to do more. I wanted to help more women reconnect with who they are—and all that they want to become.
From Burnout to Radiance
Creating Career Radiance wasn’t just about designing a programme—it was part of my own healing and growth. Writing the content was a powerful process. It helped me understand my story in a new way, to really see the thread that connected burnout, clarity, and ultimately confidence. It reminded me that while the path was messy and uncertain, each step was a decision made with intention—sometimes difficult, always supported.
I wanted Career Radiance to be more than a set of tools. I wanted it to show women what a coaching outcome can really look like: choices made from alignment, not fear. Confidence that doesn’t come from having it all figured out, but from knowing that support is available and that there are always options.
With my background in coaching and facilitation, I knew I could create something meaningful—something that would guide women through the fog of midlife career overwhelm and into a place of clarity and energy. And so Career Radiance was born—not from perfection, but from lived experience, deep listening, and a belief in what’s possible when we start with ourselves.
Career Radiance is designed to meet you exactly where you are. It invites you to explore all that you are and all that you want to be. It weaves together everything I’ve learned—from my own journey and from the incredible women I’ve worked with.
This isn’t a CV-writing course or a step-by-step guide to landing your next job.
It’s something deeper.
It’s a space to pause. Reflect. Realign. And rediscover your spark.
The Six Steps to Career Radiance
The Career Radiance journey is structured around six core steps—each one forming a module in the programme. Together, they offer a flexible but focused pathway to clarity, confidence, and direction.
1. Rediscover You
Before making any big decisions, you need to come back to yourself.
Who are you now? What has shaped you? What is your current reality—and what do you want to change?
2. Align with Your Values
Your values are your inner compass. When you’re aligned with them, life feels more fulfilling.
In this step, you’ll get crystal clear on what truly matters to you and how to shape your career around those priorities.
3. Own Your Talents
What do you naturally bring to the table? What strengths and skills do others often see in you—even if you don’t always see them in yourself? This module helps you rediscover your talents, embrace your expertise, and celebrate your brilliance.
4. Envision Your Future
What do you really want? What does a fulfilling life and career look like for you now—not five, ten, or twenty years ago?
This step helps you dream again. To create a vision that feels bold, beautiful, and entirely yours.
5. Find Clarity and Focus
With a vision in mind, it’s time to clear the noise and focus on what matters most. You’ll learn to prioritise your energy, set boundaries, and let go of what no longer serves you.
6. Step into Action
Clarity without action is just a dream. In this final step, you’ll turn your vision into movement—setting clear, achievable goals and taking confident steps forward with purpose and momentum.
Ready to Begin Your Career Radiance Journey?
If you’re curious whether the Six Steps to Career Radiance could be right for you, you can get started by downloading the free guide. It offers a deeper dive into each step and includes coaching prompts to help you reflect on where you are now—and where you want to go.
Choose the Career Radiance Experience That’s Right for You
✨ Self-Paced Digital Programme
12-week access to the full Career Radiance programme
Support from me via email or WhatsApp as needed
Investment: £99 (£77 when you sign up via the free guide)
✨ Bespoke 1:1 Coaching Programme
6–12 weeks of personalised coaching
Weekly or fortnightly sessions, tailored to your needs
Investment: £2,200
You don’t have to figure this all out on your own.
Whether you choose the digital programme or 1:1 coaching, I’m here to walk alongside you—helping you reconnect with yourself and reignite your path to a career (and life) that truly lights you up.
About Rae
Rae is an experienced coach dedicated to empowering women. With a background of working with hundreds of leaders in her extensive NHS career in 2023 Rae took a leap of faith and followed her heart into founding Coaching Women to Shine. Her vision is to inspire women to live authentically and in harmony with their values, helping them find alignment in both their professional and personal lives. Rae’s approach is values-driven, and she brings genuine passion to her work, fostering growth, confidence, and clarity for each of her clients. Through a personalized, empowering journey, Rae encourages women to embrace their strengths, reconnect with their aspirations, and lead lives that truly resonate with who they are at their core.