After a two-decade-long career in the media and advertising industry, including leadership roles at OMD and VMG, Sam Summers has embarked on a new journey: wellness coaching for working mothers through her business, 34Sevn. This venture is designed to support mothers in balancing the demands of corporate life while raising a family, particularly those in high-stakes industries like media and advertising.
What began as a working-mum blog nearly a decade ago has grown into a full-time career for Summers, a mother of two who intimately understands the unique challenges faced by working mothers. 34Sevn offers a range of services, including group coaching workshops, individual mentoring, and one-on-one return-to-work sessions. These are tailored to help women align their professional ambitions with their personal lives, ensuring they thrive both at work and at home.
Summers also provides free resources and has created a networking hub where like-minded women can come together to share experiences and advice. She explains: “Becoming a mother is a huge life change, but many of the problems we face when we return to work stem from the lack of coaching or support. We find ourselves in survival mode, constantly juggling and rarely feeling fulfilled, which can lead to burnout. My goal is to create a space where women can find the support and tools they need to thrive.”
The feedback from those who have worked with Summers has been overwhelmingly positive. Meaghan Spencer, former Group Sales Leader at oOh!, shared her experience: “Having a back-to-work strategy session with Sam was helpful. I gained so much clarity and practical advice on how to navigate this next chapter in my career after becoming a mother, and I left feeling empowered and ready to take on the challenge.”
In addition to her coaching services, Summers has developed *The Strategy Planner*, a tool that helps working mothers stay organized, set clear goals, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. This planner is aligned with her coaching philosophy and aims to empower women to lead successful careers while enjoying fulfilling family lives.
Summers’ journey, from media executive to wellness coach, is fueled by her desire to help all working mothers find happiness and fulfillment, rather than just coping with the pressures of balancing work and family. She adds, “Having been a single mother far from home when my son was young, I know firsthand what it’s like to feel like you’re drowning. I want to empower women to have successful careers and fulfilling family lives without sacrificing their sense of self.”
For more information about Sam Summers and 34Sevn, visit www.34sevn.com