All Figured Out with Andrea Barr: Figuring Out Work, Life and Parenting

Ep. 96: Figuring out how to reclaim your wellbeing through simple pleasures, neuroscience, and self-compassion. This is a milestone episode—it’s my first-ever in-person podcast recording! You can watch the beautiful set and full conversation over on YouTube while you’re tidying up, doing dishes, or getting ready for your day. My guest, Catherine Roscoe Barr, is a neuroscience-based wellness coach,...

Welcome to All Figured Out. This is the podcast for ambitious parents who are navigating careers, life, and family with equal parts strategy and humour. I’m Andrea Barr, career and life coach, mom of two, and your guide to building a life that actually works for you. Each week, we dive into conversations about career moves, parenting wins (and fails), and the messy middle of figuring it all out—so...

Ep. 95: Figuring out the emotional, legal, and personal side of becoming a surrogate Stephanie Bosello never imagined she’d become a surrogate—until a family member’s fertility journey intersected with her own deep sense of purpose. In this powerful and personal episode, Steph shares her journey with surrogacy, the layers of support required, and what it means to give such a profound gift, even wh...

Ep. 94: Figuring out how to support your child and yourself through emotional ups and downs What even is co-regulation—and how do we do it without becoming the default regulator for everyone in our lives? Tracy Adams is a seasoned occupational therapist and mama who helps working parents better understand their children’s sensory and emotional needs. In this heartfelt and strategy-packed episode,...

Ep. 93: Figuring out how to realign your career after kids—and why your wellbeing at work matters What does it look like to bet on yourself  after  a successful corporate career? In this episode, Sara Demizio joins Andrea to share how 15 years at Lululemon, a bold leap into entrepreneurship, and becoming a parent to twins shaped her mission to transform how we work. Sara is the founder of  humanho...

Ep. 92: Figuring out how to build a career around your life (instead of the other way around). In this warm and relatable episode, Andrea sits down with Sarah Chapman-Funston—art history major turned corporate marketer turned self-employed consultant. Now the founder of SCF Marketing, Sarah opens up about how she carved her own path forward as a multipassionate parent. From studying ancient archit...

Ep. 91: Figuring out how to recover from "meh" In this solo episode of All Figured Out , I’m introducing you to the Figure 8 Alignment Tool —the 8-part check-in I created for parents who feel like something’s “off,” but can’t quite name what’s wrong. Whether you’re exhausted, second-guessing yourself, disconnected from the people you love, or just feeling out of sync with your life…this episode wi...

Ep. 90: Figuring out personal branding, unapologetic boundaries, and flexible work Nomadic copywriter and founder of Nomad Copy Agency, Sam Burmeister, has an approach to personal branding, boundaries, and designing your life-first career that you need to hear. If you’re trying to figure out how to talk about yourself without sounding salesy, navigate flexible work, or carve out a career that refl...

Ep. 89: We're figuring out...money, with THE money expert Jessica Moorhouse. Some of you may cringe. Some may celebrate. Some may shy away from listening. Regardless of where you're at, there is something for everyone in this episode. Whether you like it or not, money is a currency we all need to get more comfortable with talking about (and managing). If you're hesitant, I promise that many guest...

Ep. 88: Feeling lonely in motherhood? Here’s what helped Gemma Van Slyke (and what she created because of it) Gemma Van Slyke gave birth in two very different countries—and had two very different postpartum experiences. One was deeply supported, and one left her feeling like she fell through the cracks. That contrast lit a spark that turned into The MotherFlock , a Vancouver-based community for mo...

Ep. 87: Negotiating like a pro—with compensation strategist Jillian Climie Jillian Climie, co-founder of The Thoughtful Co., joins me to talk all things compensation—from how to actually start the money conversation to understanding pay bands, parental leave gaps, and why you should never negotiate based on personal reasons (no matter how tempting it is). Jillian spent over a decade in executive c...

Ep. 86: Want to start consulting? Here’s how one mom made it work (and what she’s learned) In this episode of All Figured Out , I sat down with Tiffany Rosik—tech executive turned founder of TGR Management Consulting—to hear the story behind her leap into self-employment. We talk about what made her walk away from a high-paying job, how she actually launched her consulting firm (step-by-step), and...

Ep. 85: You read that right. I sat down with Beth Wanner, founder and CEO of Mother Cover, to talk about the real (and raw) story behind her company—one that includes IVF, two layoffs, workplace discrimination, and a fire in her belly to build something better for parents in the workplace. You’ll hear: A story that you didn't think possible because of "legal rights" as a pregnant person The birth...

Ep. 84: PART 2 - SKIP TO 2min (same intro as Part 1) Owning the interview with Jenna Mulherin (Part 2) In Part 2 of my conversation with Jenna Mulherin, we shift gears into the nitty-gritty of interviewing. From how to prepare without sounding robotic to navigating career gaps and handling curveball questions—this episode is full of honest, practical advice to help you show up with confidence and...

Ep. 83: Owning your job search mindset with Jenna Mulherin (Part 1) In this episode of  All Figured Out , I sat down with HR leader and former career coach Jenna Mulherin to talk about career pivots, confidence, and how to move forward when you’re not sure what’s next. From landing her first retail job after working the Olympics, to negotiating pay raises, pivoting into HR without a traditional ba...

Ep. 82: Job hunting when you have no time (or energy)? I've got you. In this episode of All Figured Out, I chatted with international recruiter-turned-career coach Anna Colak-Fustin about strategic job search tips for busy parents. Whether you’re working, on leave, or unemployed and just plain overwhelmed—this one’s for you. Get your hands on The Top Candidate Toolkit x Andrea Barr here. You’ll le...

Ep. 81: How do we raise emotionally strong, self-aware boys in a world that often mislabels them as “too much” or “not enough”? In this powerful episode, veteran educator and founder of Sonhood Coaching, Kathy Imabayashi, joins me to unpack how parents can better understand, support, and nurture their sons. With 40+ years of experience in international education and a personal story that sparked a...

Ep. 80: And why is it so awkward to answer, "what do you do?" when you're between jobs?! I’m joined by my friend Natalie Archibald—a powerhouse in the HR and people and culture space. Natalie shares her journey of navigating a fulfilling career while becoming a parent and how she figured out how to integrate both sides of her life with intention. We dive into what it really takes to manage profess...

Ep. 79: Have you ever wondered why your body suddenly feels like it’s falling apart a year postpartum? Or why you should (or shouldn’t) be doing Kegels? In this episode, I sit down with physiotherapist Alyssa Matheson to talk all things recovery, movement, and how parents can take care of their bodies while managing the demands of everyday life. We also dive into the misconceptions around pelvic h...

Ep. 78: What happens when you follow the “perfect” career path—only to realize it’s not for you? Goli Kalkhoran, a former lawyer turned Master Certified Life Coach, joins me to talk about her bold career pivots, from Big Law to public defence to coaching. She shares her journey of letting go of external expectations, redefining success on her terms, and using mindset work to navigate fear, identit...

Ep. 77: BONUS - listen in on my own human design reading with Mindy Crawford. Consider me your human design guinea pig. Step 1: Go back and listen to the last episode where I interview Mindy about her journey going from working with Jillian Harris to now being an expert in human design. She gives a great overview of the topic which will set you up nicely for this. Step 2: Peel back the curtain and...

Ep. 76: We’re figuring out human design! I had the pleasure of working with and interviewing the lovely Mindy Crawford, the former digital marketing director for Jillian Harris, who pivoted into entrepreneurship as a certified Human Design reader and life coach.  After becoming a mom, Mindy faced a crossroads—return to her corporate career on Team Jilly or take a leap into something new. We talk a...

Ep. 75: Figuring out what's "in" and what's "out" for 2025. Welcome back to the  All Figured Out  podcast! In this solo episode, I’m kicking off 2025 with a fresh start, sharing my five "ins" and five "outs" for the year ahead. From prioritizing sleep to ditching the "burnt chop" mentality, this is an honest and chatty reflection on what I’m bringing into this year as a working parent—and what I’m...

Ep. 74: A year in review and figuring out what the winter solstice is all about (a replay!) It's the time of year to reflect and revist all that's happened this year. I'm sharing my review of what's gone down this year and looking ahead to what's in store for 2025. In the second half of the eppy, we're revisiting this timeless conversation with Chantal Russell , @chantalrussell , a holistic wellne...

Ep. 73: Figuring out relationships 🤪 Navigating a relationship after becoming parents can feel like a juggling act, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this episode, I sat down with Sharon Costanzo, relationship coach and host of the Respected & Connected podcast, to uncover practical tips for building a successful partnership after kids enter the picture. Sharon shares how her upbring...