If you’ve ever wondered how to balance a demanding leadership career with the complexities of motherhood, this episode is for you.

Rebecca Fleming is a Commercial Director in the male-dominated construction industry, a trailblazer in her field, and a dedicated co-parent to her neurodiverse son. She joins me to share her unfiltered journey—navigating career ambition, co-parenting after divorce, advocating for a child with additional needs, and championing diversity in the workplace.

This conversation is an honest, inspiring look at what it really takes to thrive as a woman in leadership while juggling the mental load of motherhood. Rebecca’s insights will leave you feeling empowered to embrace your own version of success, set boundaries with confidence, and lead with authenticity.

Listen in for these powerful moments:

⏳ [07:39] – The toughest challenge of Rebecca’s career (and why she almost hid it from her workplace)
⏳ [09:40] – How opening up about her struggles changed everything for her (and her team)
⏳ [15:21] – The unseen impact of work commitments on a neurodiverse child and co-parenting dynamics
⏳ [19:21] – Why Rebecca stopped apologising for her son appearing in work calls—and what happened next
⏳ [23:39] – The surprising way her career struggles led to the creation of a game-changing parents’ network

If you’re a working mum in leadership, this episode will give you the strategies, inspiration, and reassurance you need to navigate your own path.

Connect with Rebecca on LinkedIn here.

Read the transcript here.