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48. Choosing Family Over a Big Law Career and Finding Fulfillment with Lee Sevier
In today’s episode, we're joined by Lee Sevier, a former big law lawyer who boldly chose to leave her demanding career and be more present with her children. We dive into her journey of managing career aspirations and family priorities, discussing the trade-offs, challenges, and moments of clarity along the way. Lee also shares her experiences with her son’s developmental needs, revealing the reality of balancing specialized therapies with the everyday demands of family life.Lee’s story is one of resilience, shifting priorities, and the importance of self-compassion, offering insights that any parent, career-driven or not, will find inspiring.In this episode, we discuss:The difficult decision to step away from a big law career to focus on familyLee’s journey navigating her son’s special needs and therapyHow to embrace career pauses without seeing them as gapsTips for balancing career ambitions with the responsibilities of parenthoodConnect with Lee:LinkedInConnect with Ashley:Website: https://dovetaildesigns.coSupport AND/BOTH: Help us offset production costs while we're growingMother Founder RetreatDovetail® AppSocial:Instagram: @dovetailappTikTok: @dovetaildesigns.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dovetaildesigns.coLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyblackington/
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47. Feeling Supported at Work and at Home Through Online Community Building With Kate Westlund Tovsen, Founder of the Society for Working Moms
In today's episode, I welcome Kate Westlund Tovsen, the founder of the Society of Working Moms, a community designed for moms of all ages and stages to connect and get support. Kate shares insights about the group’s features, including monthly workshops, weekly group coaching, and a low-stakes book club. She also discusses the importance of work-life balance and the challenges she faced as a working mom of two. We dive into the inspiration behind creating the Society of Working Moms and how it has evolved since its inception six months ago. The conversation also touches on the community's approach to fostering connections, setting boundaries, and navigating the complexities of motherhood and career. Lastly, Kate talks about the group's coaching sessions, expert-led workshops, and the invaluable support members receive from each other.Kate Westlund Tovsen is the founder of The Society of Working Moms, a membership community for and by moms of all ages and stages who love their families and their careers but who might not feel fully supported in either. Members enjoy a well-managed and engaged Slack community made up of generous women who provide overwhelming confirmation that we are not, in fact, alone. The group also boasts features such as monthly workshops, weekly group coaching sessions, and a "low-stakes book club." Outside of being the group's community manager and her "real job" as a communications consultant, Kate enjoys doing endless DIY home projects around her kids' schedules and toys, exploring the beautiful lakes and woods that surround her home, snuggling with her family while watching a movie, and building IRL community in her small northern Minnesota town.Connect with Kate: Working Moms Society: Use code ANDBOTH for 50% off your first month of membershipInstagram: @thetovsensLinkedinEmail: [email protected] with Ashley:Website: https://dovetaildesigns.coSupport AND/BOTH: Help us offset production costs while we're growingDovetail® Schedule Academy: https://dovetaildesigns.co/dovetail-schedule-academyCaregiver by Dovetail® App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dovetail-co/id6449788093Social:Instagram: @dovetailappTikTok: @dovetaildesigns.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dovetaildesigns.coLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyblackington/
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46. Empowering Women Through Politics and Social Impact With Jennie Armstrong
In today’s episode, our guest is Jenny Armstrong, an elected Alaska state representative and founder of Wild Awake and Delve, two companies focused on empowering women and driving social good. Jenny shares her inspiring journey from the East Coast to Alaska, where she now balances politics, business, and motherhood. We discuss her work advocating for paid family leave, mental health, and childcare, along with her passion for helping other women succeed in leadership and entrepreneurship. Jenny also opens up about her family’s unique journey, including welcoming two refugee girls from Afghanistan into their home. Join us for an episode filled with insights on leadership, community impact, and what it truly means to make a difference.In this episode, we discuss:Why Jenny ran for office and her legislative focus on family, mental health, and equalityHow she’s helping women entrepreneurs build impactful businesses through Wild AwakeThe challenges of balancing motherhood with a political careerHer family’s journey welcoming two refugee girls and helping them thrive in the U.S.Practical advice for anyone looking to make a difference in their communityHit play to join us for an inspiring conversation with Jenny Armstrong about leadership, community, and the drive to make a positive impact!Connect with Jenny: Website: https://www.wildawakecreative.com/Instagram: @wild_awake_creativeLinkedinEmail: [email protected] with Ashley:Website: https://dovetaildesigns.coSupport AND/BOTH: Help us offset production costs while we're growingDovetail® Schedule Academy: https://dovetaildesigns.co/dovetail-schedule-academyCaregiver by Dovetail® App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dovetail-co/id6449788093Social:Instagram: @dovetailappTikTok: @dovetaildesigns.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dovetaildesigns.coLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyblackington/
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45. Transforming Passion for Fitness Marketing into a Career Empire as a Busy Mom With Tori Johnston
In this episode, we sit down with Tori Johnston, a marketing consultant and former CMO for top fitness brands like SoulCycle and Exponential Fitness. Tori shares her career journey from corporate marketing to consulting, while balancing her role as a mom to a three-and-a-half-year-old. She talks about the challenges of managing work and family life, the transition from city living to suburban life, and her experiences navigating the demands of being a female executive during the COVID-19 pandemic.Key Questions Tori Answered:How did Tori transition from corporate marketing to consulting in the fitness industry?What are the biggest challenges she faces balancing her professional career and motherhood?How has her experience as a female executive influenced her views on workplace flexibility for moms?What advice does Tori have for moms balancing early parenthood with maintaining a career?Key Takeaways:Tori shares how she integrates fitness and reading into her busy schedule to stay grounded and find balance.She discusses the importance of having strong support systems for working moms, both at work and in society.Tori highlights how building a strong community around family life is crucial, especially for raising children.Flexibility, self-care, and realistic expectations are key to managing a demanding career and family life.Join us to learn how Tori Johnston manages her thriving fitness marketing career while balancing the demands of motherhood.Connect with Tori:Connect with Ashley:Website: https://dovetaildesigns.coSupport AND/BOTH: Help us offset production costs while we're growingDovetail® Schedule Academy: https://dovetaildesigns.co/dovetail-schedule-academyCaregiver by Dovetail® App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dovetail-co/id6449788093Social:Instagram: @dovetaildesigns.coTikTok: @dovetaildesigns.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dovetaildesigns.coLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyblackington/
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44. Embracing Change and Creative Pursuits With Chauncey Zalkin
In today's episode, I explore the multifaceted dynamics of balancing a creative career, parenting, and personal identity. Our guest, Chauncey Zalkin, shares her journey from being a senior VP in marketing to a creative entrepreneur focusing on writing and fiction projects, with aspirations to become a therapist. We discuss the challenges of maintaining authenticity, the influence of her entrepreneurial father and artistically inclined mother on her pursuits, and the importance of creative legacy. She also talks about her experience with school performance, balancing twin birthdays, and the need for intentional growth in entrepreneurship. We also hone in on empathetic parenting, co-parenting, the significance of accountability, and Chauncey's dreams of writing a book, collaborating on screenplays, and building a community through her podcast 'Actual People' and Substack. Connect with Chauncey:Website: https://chaunceyzalkin.com/Podcast: Actual PeopleLinkedinConnect with Ashley:Website: https://dovetaildesigns.coSupport AND/BOTH: Help us offset production costs while we're growingDovetail® Schedule Academy: https://dovetaildesigns.co/dovetail-schedule-academyCaregiver by Dovetail® App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dovetail-co/id6449788093Social:Instagram: @dovetaildesigns.coTikTok: @dovetaildesigns.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dovetaildesigns.coLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyblackington/
Hear from moms in all different scenarios doing their absolute best to honor themselves as individuals in a world that would prefer, as mothers, we not.
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What is the AND/BOTH that you are juggling with motherhood? Career, hobbies, entrepreneurship, new identity, new activities, new passions and interests?
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