The Balance

On this episode of The Balance we dive into how we (want to) run an efficient household by having all hands on deck! We’ve talked about how we leverage some paid household services but that doesn’t take away from the day to day tasks that need to be done to keep a household of 4, 5 or 6 running smoothly. In order to maximize our down time at home to have quality family time we need to figure out h...

Welcome to another episode of The Balance! As we get closer to rounding out 2023 and planning for 2024, there are three things that we’ve started to shift this year that we’re absolutely committing to leaving behind as we enter the new year. Today we are sharing what those three things are and some ways to implement our practices into your life if you resonate with our experience. Grab your coffee...

In this episode of The Balance, we are breaking down a concept that’s not new, but often forgotten. Gamifying your work day! Jen, Emily and Bree have started using a new system to hold themselves accountable, help with timeblocking and make work…fun! The 100 point system was a system that they learned with their real estate team, and they’re excited to bring it to you, so that you can integrate it...

In this episode of The Balance, we dive into the topic of time and how it would look to gain extra time in our days. Turns out that when tasked with contemplating how much extra time you want (or think you need), the vast majority of us struggle to quantify the perfect amount. Is it that we need more time or that we’re not being intentional in creating actionable plans by prioritizing properly? We...

In this episode of The Balance we dive into Love languages, what they are and how they influence everything we do in life. We discuss where we ranked and what the quiz revealed about our personal love languages. Our results provide insight into what we value in our closest relationships and also how that psychology influences the ways we run our businesses and daily lives. You won’t want to miss t...

In this episode of The Balance we welcome Emily back with a special guest appearance from our sweetest new addition, baby Banks. We dive into how the last few weeks have looked for her as she navigates juggling a newborn with the busy schedules of her other 3 kiddos, not to mention how she finds time to maintain business amidst this new pace of life. Bree shares how she’s stayed grounded and faced...

In this episode of The Balance we share the exciting news of Baby Banks Barry’s arrival to our squad and whether he arrived according to Emily’s plans? We explore Orlando’s XL Soccer Academy, a state of the art alternative to traditional brick and mortar education housed right here in our backyard. With the mission of providing an accelerated educational program that empowers each student to reach...

In this episode of The Balance we talk about the new visitor pass for Terminal C at the Orlando International Airport that allows non-ticketed guests to experience the dining and shopping options at the new state of the art terminal. We dive into what you need to reserve one of these passes and if we think we will be checking it out! Later in the episode Jen and Bree ask Emily a few rapid fire que...

In this episode of The Balance we talk road openings, school closures and how we pivot when life doesn't go according to plan. We discuss transitioning back into our fall routines with business, school, sports, hurricanes and the general stuff of life. We dive into how we strive to combat burnout and how our roles as team captain to our families and business owners is a very real, often overwh...

In this episode of The Balance,  we welcome Jen back from her extended summer vacation! Bree, Jen and Emily discuss hurricane season since it has decided to show up in full force this year it seems! They talk about the benefits of living in Central Florida compared to closer to the coast and discuss the things they do in their own homes in case we do end up needing to "hunker down". List...

In this episode of The Balance, Bree and Emily dive into the fun fall activities that have already started, or are just around the corner! First up is Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Plan to come in full costume, trick-or-treat in the park, and stick around for the Spooktacular firework show. Next, they talk about Seaworld’s Spooktacular, which is a fun event that is INCLUDED in your park a...

In this episode of The Balance we dive into a recap of Summer 2023! Bree talks about her recent move, her oldest starting a new school and how she is handling all of these transitions with her three littles. Emily talks about her summer and the bittersweet start of school this week. Join us as we discuss the tools that got us through the Summer balancing work and play and also what we plan to do m...

In this episode of The Balance we dive into all things back to school! Shopping, different options for schooling in Central Florida and something that’s caught a lot of buzz lately- the private school grant that allows qualifying families to receive a voucher worth about $8,000 to apply to any private school of their choice. We discuss the pros and cons of this opportunity and what impacts it coul...

In this episode of The Balance we catch up on our Summer plans and discuss staycations vs vacations and what our favorite ways are to spend time off close to home! Let us know what your favorite staycations are and if you would rather travel far or stay local - we want your feedback! We also touch on the USTA events going on in Lake Nona, the new Barbie movie (and if we plan to take our kids to se...

In this episode of The Balance we dive into the attractions in the Central Florida area that we visit with our kids! Disney and Universal are always great but we have found some hidden gems that have less crowds, lower cost of entry and pack the same punch for our kiddos! Some of our favorites are SeaWorld, The Crayola Experience, The Central Florida Zoo, Island H2O and Trampoline Parks! We dive i...

In this episode of The Balance we dive into some current events taking place in the Central Florida area and nationally! We talk about Threads - who's threading(?), what does it even mean and are we going to hop on the bandwagon? We also dive into tax free shopping, what's included and if we think the savings is worth the crowd. Locally we discuss the opening of Urban Air! A new adventure...

In this episode of The Balance we get to know Danielle Perera. A wife, mother and the business mastermind behind Jeff's Bagel Run - a wildly successful business started just a few short years ago. Listen in as Danielle describes her journey as a woman in business over the past 10 years. She explains the challenges she faced as a working mom in the corporate world and how each of the roles she...

In this episode of The Balance we dive in to the busy juggles of our summer season. We discuss the power of being intentional in setting small, attainable goals as we strive to keep structure intact and overwhelm at bay. By breaking down our objectives into small and more manageable steps, we’re able to create a roadmap for achieving our larger aspirations. By doing this we increase our chances of...

In this episode of The Balance we take you back to the beginning to refresh and recharge everyone, (ourselves included), with a short recap of our top leverage tools as we launch into our busy summer season. These tools help us manage our time, stay organized and balance work and family life more effectively, achieving more with less effort and ultimately, give us precious time back. No matter wha...

In this heartfelt and relatable episode of our podcast, we delve into the journey of Riley Potter - a mother (and one of our amazing Agent Partners) returning to work after the life-altering experience of having a baby. Join us as we explore the joys, challenges, and triumphs of finding balance between motherhood and a fulfilling career. We begin by acknowledging the rollercoaster of emotions that...

In this empowering episode of our podcast, we delve into the critical topic of setting boundaries at work - specifically tailored for hardworking moms. Join us as we explore the unique challenges faced by mothers in the professional sphere and discuss effective (and not so effective) strategies to create a harmonious work-life balance. We start by acknowledging the juggling act that working moms u...

In this episode of The Balance we’re honored to be joined by our special guest, fellow Mom & business owner, Shay Walker. One of the most coveted photographers in the Orlando area, Shay is the creator and curator of ‘The Vibe Session.’ Her willingness to share her backstory with transparency and vulnerability is inspiring and eye opening for us all. She credits her community of women for chang...

In this episode of The Balance we dive deeper into sharing our back stories and discuss various transitions and turning points we’ve faced on our respective journeys. We candidly share some of the challenges, fears and detours that were instrumental in bringing us to this point in our lives. A must listen for anyone who loves a good story. Sit back and relax as we share more of our stories and con...

In this episode of The Balance we discuss the countless skills we've developed and refined throughout our personal journeys of Motherhood. We map out how these skills have equipped us with next level contribution, productivity and efficiency in our respective approaches to business. We counter the tendency for society to stigmatize women's ability to juggle all the balls by proving daily t...

In this episode of The Balance we dive into how we approach the multi layered  mental load of motherhood. We break down some of the cognitive & emotional components we all shoulder and share some of our tricks for combating chronic overwhelm & decision fatigue. We discuss the roles  of communication, delegation & creating predictable structured routines as paramount for helping us navi...