In a world of constant hustle, one working mother's journey took an unexpected turn, revealing the untold secret to lasting success. Shaw-chin Chiu, a high-flying executive at IBM, seemed to have it all until tragedy struck. But amidst the chaos, she found a lifeline that transformed her life, leading her to write a bestselling book. Discover the astonishing twist that changed everything for Shaw-chin Chiu, and unlock the key to achieving a healthier work-life balance as a working mom.

About Shaw-chin Chiu:

Shaw-chin Ioana Chiu is a proud working mom passionate about empowering female leaders, especially moms. She is the founder of Pamper Pass, a community to help moms live healthy and happy lives. She is a partner at IBM, specializing in developing and rapidly scaling innovative digital solutions across industries globally. She has twice received IBM’s Innovation Delivery Excellence Award (IDEA). Before IBM, Shaw-chin held various roles helping public and private sector leaders create optimally performing teams and received the 40 under 40 Award through the National Leaders Council. Outside of work, Shaw-chin is an avid, cross-format athlete. She received an MBA from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business, where she received the Dean’s Recognition Award, and a BA from the University of California, Berkeley, where she graduated with high honors. She resides in San Diego, California, with her daughter and husband.

Topics for today’s show:

• Healthy and productive communication in motherhood
• Thriving as a working mom
• Healthy living, mental wellness for moms, and happiness as a mom
• Thriving in motherhood
• Preventing burnout as a mom
• Preparing for motherhood
• Work-life balance

Key Takeaways:

• Absorb vital self-care practices for a fulfilling life as a working parent.
• Understand the remarkable leverage of small shifts leading to substantial progress in your personal and professional journey.
• Grasp the deep interlink between your mind and body and their collective impact on your overall health.
• Identity fool-proof tactics to ward off potential burnout, fostering a sustainable work-life balance.
• Recognize the benefits of self-introspection, self-awareness, and the effectiveness of leaning on others during challenging times.

“It's not a choice of one or the other, it's a choice of what are the things that you want to continue to invest in. Prioritizing your focus is the first and most important thing you need to do to maintain a healthy work-life balance.” - Shaw-chin Chiu

Connect with Shaw-chin:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawchinchiu/ 

Link to her new book: “Integrating Me in Motherhood: A Mom's Guide to Preventing Burnout and Unleashing Her True Essence”: https://a.co/d/gaU9slR 

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