Ask me a QNicola returned from maternity leave to a role that she’d trained a long time to do but that her heart was no longer in. She talks about how she’s struggling in a male dominated team and experiences casual sexism on a day to day basis. Her mind has been ignited by the world of diversity and inclusion and she’s keen to explore other opportunities within her blue-chip firm. However, she’s been asked to ‘respect the hierarchy’ and not make attempts to reach more senior figures outside of her team to get her voice heard. Three resources Jessica flagged in this episode:Women’s Progression in the Workplace King’s College London & GEO researchRocking the Boat by Debra E MyersonMentor MumsBE IN TOUCH & FREE GOODIES TO SUPPORT YOU:Twitter: @ComebackCommUK – talk to me, send me your questions , let me know about your return to work experience and what you think of the podcastInstagram: @comebackcommukwww.comebackcommunity.co.ukComeback Conversations - FREE, monthly, online problem-solving sessions with Jessica and special guest.Mothers Work! How to Get a Grip on Guilt and Make a Smooth Return to Work by Jessica ChiversIf you’d like to have a coaching conversation with Jessica for a future episode of Comeback Coach please contact us via the website.MORE FOR YOU DM Jessica on instagram @comebackcommuk Get Jessica's FREE fortnightly note, Pivotal. Watch our coaching Success Stories. Take our new FREE Career Fuel diagnostic - and get a personalised free report. Read Mothers Work! How to Get a Grip on Guilt and Make a Smooth Return to Work by Jessica Chivers. Contact us about executive coaching.