This week on Work It Like a Mum, I’m joined by the brilliant Anna Allerton – former sports journalist turned executive coach—who shares her deeply personal and professional journey through perimenopause and how it led to a powerful career pivot.
Anna now specialises in coaching professional women, particularly those navigating the challenges of menopause while juggling high-pressure careers. In this honest and inspiring conversation, she opens up about the debilitating symptoms that cost her a 20-year broadcasting career—and how those challenges now fuel her mission to help others thrive.
We Talk About:
- Anna’s transition from Sky Sports journalist to executive coach
- The impact of perimenopause on mental health and career
- Why workplaces need to become more menopause-friendly
- Logging symptoms, self-advocacy & navigating GPs
- Practical resources and tools (like the Balance App)
- Why creating safe, trusted spaces for women is essential
Key Takeaways:
✅ You’re not “just tired”—menopause can be disruptive and isolating, but help is out there
✅ Logging symptoms and asking the right questions can change everything
✅ Coaching creates space to be heard, challenged, and supported
✅ Women’s health deserves to be taken seriously—in and out of the workplace
Why You Should Listen:
If you’re a woman experiencing hormonal shifts or a leader wanting to better support women in your organisation, this episode is a must-listen. Anna’s story is a powerful reminder that with the right support, you can turn a personal struggle into a professional strength.
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