Here’s a tricky conversation that every working mum has to have with their boss. Telling your boss you’re pregnant! Whilst sharing this news to everyone else is a joyful experience there is always this nervousness or slight feeling of dread that comes with sharing the news with your boss. In this episode of the Mumgineer Podcast I talk about how to best have this conversation with your boss and receive the positive outcome you're looking for.

Join host, Jessica Dennien, as she chats with project manager, podcast producer and mother-of-three, or as she puts it a “life juggler”, Melanie De Gioia. Mel has an extensive career history in IT and is now a project manager at the The Warren Centre for Advanced Engineering ​as well as the Podcast Producer for Engineers Australia, where she manages her original podcast, Engineering Heroes. 

She has also recently started producing her podcast ‘Idea Evolution’ aimed at engaging children in STEM and despite not being an engineer, she presented at the World Engineering Convention in 2019.

Join host, Jessica Dennien, as she chats with the incredible Stacey Daniel who worked her way up the engineering field and is now a business owner and author. Stacey started her career as a geotechnical and environmental engineer in the mines in WA before working as a strategic planner for urban renewal in local government, consulting and then sitting on statutory, industry and community boards. 

She now works with directors, aspiring directors and committees through her business ‘Board Presence’ to help them achieve their full potential and has just released her first book titled ‘Fly to the Boardroom’ where she demystifies the world of boards, the boardroom and board work, and provides guidance for how to get on a board. Whilst introductory in nature and an easy-to-read format, the book provides key information, insights and practical steps for aspiring, new and even experienced directors. The book is available for purchase through all your favourite online book retailers or at boardpresence.com.au