Behind The Fold

As I record this solo episode just days before welcoming baby number two, I’m sharing a deeply personal reflection from my bed—quite literally. This is my final episode before my mat leave pause, and in it, I open up about identity shifts, trusting the stillness, and the surprising confirmation that showed up when I needed it most. If you’ve been craving clarity, this message might just speak to y...

In this episode of Behind the Fold, I sit down with the brilliant and ever-evolving Brittany Gray, founder and CEO of Fancy Face, to talk about reinvention, resilience, and what it really means to balance motherhood with personal ambition. Brittany’s journey from professional dancer to powerhouse beauty brand builder is not only inspiring, it’s a masterclass in listening to your inner calling, eve...

Welcome back to Behind the Fold . As I sit here just weeks away from welcoming baby number two, I’m navigating a very tender space—the in-between of ambition and presence. This isn’t about giving up, it’s about pressing pause with purpose. If you’re currently torn between slowing down and chasing big dreams, I hope this conversation can offer you the clarity and comfort to honor your current seaso...

Sometimes you meet someone who shifts the way you see everything, and for me, that person is Kady O’Connell. Back when I took my first mat leave, she reminded me of a grounding truth that I come back to constantly: “You are your brand.” In this episode of Behind the Fold, I sat down in person with Kady—award-winning agency founder turned personal brand strategist, mom of two, and living proof that...

They say you’ll “bounce back” after having a baby, but what if it’s not that easy? Should we really hold the expectation that we’ll return to who we used to be? Motherhood doesn’t just change your life—it transforms who you are. In this episode of Behind the Fold, I get real about the messy, beautiful transition into working motherhood again. With baby number two just weeks away, I’m sharing what’...

Welcome back to Behind the Fold ! Today I’m sitting down with Amanda Cahill, business strategist, entrepreneur, investor, and advocate for women redefining success on their own terms. Amanda shares her personal journey of navigating the pressures of corporate life, pivoting into entrepreneurship, and embracing a career that aligns with her values. This conversation is all about letting go of exter...

This week on Behind The Fold, I’m pulling back the curtain on something so many of us silently carry—the unspoken, invisible weight of motherhood. With baby number two on the way, I’m feeling the mental load more than ever, and today’s solo episode is all about what that looks like, why it happens, and how we can shift out of survival mode and into something more aligned. From delegating tasks and...

Have you ever dreamed of leaving behind the comfort of a steady paycheck to build something of your own? What does it take to go from corporate security to full-fledged entrepreneur, especially while juggling motherhood? In today’s episode, I sit down with Sam Gold, founder of Motette, a children’s clothing brand designed for modern parents. Sam shares her journey from a high-powered career in tec...

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about the in-between moments—the seasons where things feel uncertain, where clarity feels just out of reach. On today’s episode of Behind the Fold , I’m sharing my own experience with navigating this messy middle, learning to let go of perfection, and embracing the unknown. This is a conversation about trust, resilience, and the surprising ways growth finds us in t...

On this episode of Behind the Fold, I welcome Tiffany Sayers, co-founder of Loft Social, a multimillion-dollar content agency. Tiffany’s journey is one of resilience, ambition, and reinvention. From an unexpected exit from the corporate world to navigating the challenges of motherhood, she turned uncertainty into opportunity, launching multiple successful businesses while balancing family life. In...

What does it really take to build a business from the ground up? In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my entrepreneurial journey, from my early hustles selling lemonade and braiding hair to launching Saevil Row in a tiny Parisian apartment. I share the pivotal moments that shaped my career, the lessons I learned the hard way, and the unexpected turns that led me to where I am today. If...

Success shouldn’t come at the cost of your family or your well-being. What if you could do it differently? In this episode of Behind the Fold , I sit down with my friend Georgie Karloci, founder of After the Rock and one of Australia’s top wedding planners, to talk about how she successfully juggles entrepreneurship and being a mom, without losing herself in the process. Join us as we chat about r...

As I prepare to welcome my second child, I find myself anticipating all the major shifts ahead. On today’s episode of Behind the Fold , I’m reflecting on what it means to embrace change, to balance personal ambition with family life, and to let go of expectations. This is a candid conversation about identity shifts, the emotional complexity of motherhood, and the power of surrendering to the flow...

Welcome back to Behind The Fold ! I’m beyond excited to introduce my special guest, Devyani Ramani, Chief Operating Officer of Rebecca Taylor and co-founder of the Ramani Group. Devyani is a powerhouse in the fashion industry, blending creativity with strategic business expertise, all while navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood. This is a loaded episode packed with valuable insights on the...

Motherhood is a journey filled with joy, challenges, and big changes—and one of the most important yet overlooked parts of that journey is friendship. As moms, we need connection. We need people who truly get it, who can celebrate the little wins with us and hold space for the tough moments. In this episode of Behind the Fold , I’m diving into the journey of finding meaningful friendships as a mom...

Welcome back to Behind the Fold ! In today’s episode, I’m joined by special guest Anita Siek—lawyer turned brand and copy strategist, founder of Wordfetti, and host of the Brandfetti podcast. Today, Anita shares her honest and raw experience of stepping into motherhood with her daughter Charlie, from the physical recovery of postpartum to rethinking productivity and reshaping the narratives around...

Maternity leave as a business owner presents a unique set of challenges. How do you balance taking time for yourself while ensuring your business continues to thrive? In this episode of Behind the Fold , we’re exploring actionable strategies for entrepreneurial mothers preparing for maternity leave. As a mother and business owner myself, I know firsthand about the fears and uncertainties surroundi...

Tune into this special teaser and glimpse into Behind The Fold with host Rachelle Saevil, a podcast for ambitious women who are navigating the highs and lows of being career-driven mothers. It’s about embracing the duality and complexities behind both motherhood and business! We hope you join us for this first look, what the podcast represents and that it gives you and idea for what’s to come! Let...

Welcome to the very first episode of Behind The Fold with your host, Rachelle Saevil! I am so excited to have you joining me on this podcast journey and wanted to take this time to introduce myself, the passion behind why I wanted to start this podcast and what you can expect in future episodes! I’ll share a fun story about my own entry into motherhood, the divine timing of it all, my worries as a...

I am so excited to welcome my very first guest to Behind The Fold, Ellie McNevin! Ellie is an entrepreneur and founder of The Birdie Agency, an award-winning agency focused on scaling innovative, creative, lifestyle businesses through proactive PR and marketing strategies that amplify reach, awareness, and revenue. Before starting her agency, Ellie launched her career as an editor in New York work...

There is so much that happens during the 9 months of pregnancy before your baby is born, and as high achieving women, we can often set these big goals and plans. However, I think it’s so important that we take the time to get realistic with what we can accomplish, the shift we’ll feel and take on only what we can manage. In this episode of Behind The Fold, I’ll be first sharing a fun announcement,...

Welcoming my next guest to Behind The Fold, Stevie Dillion! Stevie is the founder of Lifestyle Business School, an online education course business that helps aspiring founders build and leverage an expertise-based online business. After much traditional success with her business and then juggling becoming a new mother, Stevie sought after a creatively aligned and fulfilling business while also wo...