Working Mom Unplugged Podcast

Embracing 'Good Enough' in Work and Life as a Working Mom In this episode of Working Mom Unplugged, Jennifer explores the challenges faced by high-achieving working moms who often feel the pressure to excel both at work and at home. She discusses the concept of 'strategic mediocrity,' suggesting that doing a 'good enough' job can help preserve energy for family and personal time. Jennifer shares h...

How we managed screen time in our house ended up teaching my kids how to do independent play. I'm not saying that it was easy, but it has made a big difference for us. Please know that screens are a tool and I still use them! I am not anti-screens. Just one mom sharing her experience of how we managed screens in our house. This may not work for you, take it as one data point! You can find me on In...

You were taught to put your head down, work hard, and trust that someone would notice. Here’s the problem: that’s not how it works. In this episode of Working Mom Unplugged , I’m breaking down one of the highest-leverage career skills you can learn as a working mother: writing goals and reviews that clearly communicate your impact. We’re talking about: * Why tasks don’t get rewarded → outcomes do...

Today on the podcast, I answer some of the most popular questions from subscribers including how it’s been to bring home a new baby, pumping, and reading. I’d love to hear from you - what questions should I answer next time? Thanks for reading and sharing this post. Working Mom Unplugged offers candid, unfiltered insights on balancing a career with mother… This is a free preview of a paid episode....

In the very first episode of 'Working Mom Unplugged,' we explore the common criticism faced by working moms: the notion that placing children in childcare means that you aren't "raising" them. Hi, I'm your host, Jennifer. I’m a VP in corporate America with four kids 8yo and under. You can find me on Instagram @8thdayformomonly We send our kids to daycare, elementary school and aftercare and camps...