The Working Mom’s Guide To Sanity

Can looking great boost your confidence and career? Join the conversation with Gabby Garitano, founder of JECT, as we dive into the world of aesthetics and empowerment. This episode features a conversation with Gabby Garitano, the founder and CEO of JECT, a chain of medical aesthetic centers offering various treatments including injectables. Gabby discusses her journey in the aesthetics industry,...

5 ways you can increase your salary 1. Be more visable- “walk the halls”, lead calls, make yourself known, lead LinkedIn conversations and groups    2. Negotiate EVERYTHING- there are many things that are non-salary items that contribute to total compensation    3. Build your brand- be active on social media and contribute to media outlets.   4.  Come to negotiations with data points—prep with har...

In today's chat, I interview Stephanie Gottlieb , an influential jewelry designer, entrepreneur, and Instagram sensation known for her custom diamond pieces. Gottlieb discusses her path from working for others to launching her successful brand- Stephanie Gottlieb Fine Jewelry , the motivations behind her decision, and the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship. Highlighting key aspects such as...

This episode features a conversation with Laura Taylor. We discuss Laura's journey and starting her company--Mingle Mocktails. We talk about the inspiration behind the company, the challenges Laura faced, her approach to getting investors and distribution, and how she got Bethenny Frankel involved as an investor. This episode highlights the importance of networking, taking risks, and not letting f...

Financial Freedom: A Candid Conversation with Ryan Edlefsen In this candid conversation, I brought in my financial planner of 15+ years, Ryan Edlefsen, a Forbes recognized financial security professional. Edlefsen, who has 20 years in the field, shares important insights on why engaging a financial advisor is critical, regardless of income level, in order to understand and plan for the future. We...

Modern Mom Probs: Discussing Parenting Challenges with Tara Clark In this episode, I get to speak with Tara Clark, the founder of 'Modern Mom Probs', Podcast host of a terrific show focused on contemporary parenting issues. Clark is also an author, speaker, content creator, and expert in the parenting space. We discuss the effects of social media on kids, the trend of young kids in spaces like Sep...

This episode features a conversation with Naseem Sayani, the co-founder and managing director of Emmeline Ventures. We discuss the importance of women getting financially literate and investing, especially in women-led ventures. Naseem explains that only a small fraction of venture capital goes to women-founded companies and argues that getting more women involved as check writers could help bridg...

Author, Speaker, and Mental Health Advocate Dr. Regine Muradian joins me on this episode for a discussion about adolescent mental health, behavioral tics, anxiety, and more—a must-listen for parents and caregivers. Show Notes (01:51) Introduction to Dr. Regine: dealing with children's mental health in the context of current world events (03:49) Behavioral tics in children - when are they normal an...

My guest, Daryl-Ann Denner — a Dallas-based, viral mom of two, went from being a high school chemistry teacher to becoming the founder & CEO of a $50M+ fashion brand — growing the company to this size in less than a year.   With more than 3M+ followers across social media, this 32-year-old is known for being one of the realest moms on the internet. Seeing a need for everyone to feel as confide...

Dr. Nikki Lanier is the CEO and founder of Harper Slade, one of the fastest-growing and most highly recognized racial equity advisory firms in the country, her work focuses on helping organizations cultivate environments where black and brown talent can thrive. Nikki has also founded two global coaching programs, one for inclined white women who want to become better racial equity advocates in the...

Dr. Taryn Marie Stejskal is the Founder and Chief Resilience Officer of the Resilience Leadership Institute and is recognized as the #1 international expert on resilience, mental health, and well-being in both leadership and life. In this episode, we discuss her new WSJ Bestselling Book, “The Five Practices of Highly Resilient People: Why Some Flourish When Others Fold”, where Dr. Taryn explores h...

Eve Rodsky transformed a “blueberries breakdown” into a catalyst for social change when she applied her Harvard-trained background in organizational management to ask the simple yet profound question: What would happen if we treated our homes as our most important organizations? Her New York Times bestselling book and Reese’s Book Club Pick, Fair Play, a gamified life-management system that helps...

Research has shown that the average employee spends nearly 2.5 hours per day in drama – gossiping, tattling, withholding buy-in, resisting change, and stepping down from accountability. Drama is emotional waste – any unproductive thought or behavior – and like any other waste in the workplace, Cy believes drama can be eliminated through great mental processes, and that’s why her work is focused on...

KUTE BLACKSON is a beloved inspirational speaker and transformational teacher. He speaks at countless events he organizes around the world as well as at outside events including A-Fest, YPO (Young Presidents’ Organization), and EO (Entrepreneurs’ Organization) In this episode, Kute and I chat about his simple mission—to awaken and inspire people across the planet to access inner freedom, live auth...

Rose Hackman’s research and writings about “emotional labor”, an invisible, devalued, feminized, and yet essential form of work — seeks to drastically reframe our view of women, work, and the nature of persistent inequality. In this episode, Rose and I chat about how to increase your awareness of emotional labor, offload some of it, and what role men play in it. Show Notes (02:35) Defining emotion...

  Most employers wish their employees cared about the business as much as they do. Most employees wish their employers cared about them as much as they care about the business. There’s a disconnect when employers think about their employees but fail to show, tell, and demonstrate they care. Never Lose an Employee Again provides leaders at all management levels, across all industries, the tools the...

Caroline Stanbury is a name synonymous with luxury, The Real Housewives of Dubai , and everything pink and fabulous. But, I know a different side of Caroline and it was exciting to pull that side forward in this episode. Caroline has a fiery entrepreneurial spirit, and business-oriented mind, and great spiritual depth. In this episode, we had a long over-due girl chat about her path to success, ho...

Does sex with your partner feel like just another thing on your to-do list? Is it possible to reignite the spark in your marriage? In this episode, I welcome Kate Balestrieri— founder of Modern Intimacy, sex therapist, and a licensed psychologist and we talk about IT ALL. Everything from emotional labor to how being a parent has the potential to crush your sex life. Show Notes (02:16) How Kate bec...

Millennials lead the ‘sleep divorce’ trend. Do you need one? It's a distressing phenomenon that haunts my nights: the "sleep divorce." When you're married or living with your partner, the act of "going to bed" can either be a serene conclusion to the day or an endless loop of Groundhog Night, plagued by the torment of counting sheep. According to a survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicin...

Can affirmations help you overcome addictions? Can you rewire your brain with affirmations? That is what author Erica Spiegelman and I discuss in this episode. Erica Spiegelman is a wellness specialist, recovery counselor, wellness media contributor, and author of the new book 101 Affirmations for Addiction & Recovery: A Practical Guide for Self-Empowerment, a collection of recovery-focused af...

Is your Pelvic Floor trying to tell you something? Do you pee a little when you sneeze, cough, or laugh? In this episode, I welcome Courtney Virden—a fitness trainer and holistic coach who’s spent the last over 20 years helping women strengthen their pelvic floor, heal their Diastasis Recti (aka mommy pooch), and feel more confident in their skin. We talked about everything from pelvic floor physi...

Witch. Temptress. Snow Queen. For ages, labels like these have been used to malign women and deny their leadership potential. Now, we’re reclaiming them. I chat with author Jocelyn Davis about her new book Insubordinate and the twelve timeless female archetypes she has reimagined and refreshed with stories of literary and everyday women who fought, cajoled, commanded, schemed, or blasted their way...

Is trauma trapped in your body? Very likely. In this episode, I welcome Jess Cording—a registered dietitian, integrative nutrition health coach, podcaster, and author with a passion for helping others simplify their wellness routine, break up with overthinking, and stand up to stress. We talked about everything from how trauma can present in the body, to binge eating, and your sex life. Jess offer...

We've all been there. Mom guilt, or the feeling of inadequacy and guilt that many mothers experience when we feel like we aren't doing enough for our kids, can actually be a good thing in some cases.  In this episode, I'll share  4 Ways to Embrace Working “Mom Guilt” and use it to your benefit. However, it's important to note that excessive mom guilt can also be harmful and lead to negative self-t...

There is a common misconception that in order to earn more money, you need to succumb to the "grind" and most likely, a job that is "meh" or not in soul alignment. In this mini-episode, I'll share why that's the opposite of true, and how you can plan your escape--and not leave any money on the table.