Navigating Balance
Navigating Balance
Katie & Amanda
Picture this: You're a woman, doing all the things, taking on all of the responsibilities, spinning all the plates, and letting one drop and feeling like a failure. If you can relate to any of this scenario, then this podcast is for you! In this podcast we are tackling the expectation that we can do it all, all the time. We are friends, mothers, professionals, and leaders. We strive to be successful in all of these areas but the pressures to be exceptional all the time is a hard balance to strike. So we will navigate these rockey waters together, every week. We'll tackle tough topics like authenticity, mental health, financial freedom (or not), leadership, and independence (even toxic independence!). We look forward to taking this journey with you through self-love, relationships, career and community. We aren't perfect, and we don't pretend to be. In fact, we're happy to talk about what we get right, but we think its more important to talk about what we got wrong. || About the hosts: Katie is a 40-year-old, OCD, book club dropout who believes there is never a bad time for bubbly! She is a mother of two young children while building a small business of her own. Amanda is a travel junkie always up for an adventure and is fueled by tacos and margaritas. She is a 40-year-old single mom of two tween boys and takes her marketing career very seriously.
Month of May and Iconic Events
Katie and Amanda recount some of the epic events they've attended in Indianapolis as it relates to the month of May. Culminating in the Indianapolis 500 at the end of the month, the city is alive with race-related fun for kids, families, and adults. The hosts have been lucky enough to attend several epic events as well as discuss some of the fun things that are on their bucket lists. As always, we celebrate moms and encourage you to do something for yourself, but especially during May, when w...
May 17, 2023
25 min
Remove the Filters
Our daily lives are filled with edited, filtered, censored versions of people. From the mom next door to the hottest celebrity it is everywhere and it can leave us feeling like we don't measure up. Sadly social media only enhances the problem and most of us are on multiple platforms daily. In this episode, we will open up about our own vulnerabilities and how we are working towards being and portraying the most authentic versions of ourselves. we hope you will join us this week for this impor...
Mar 29, 2023
29 min
Growing Your Network
As we celebrate Women's History Month, Katie and Amanda talk about the importance of your network, both professionally and personally, to help you grow. It's hard to make friends as a busy working mother, but you need those people in your life to help you celebrate your wins and kick you in the pants when you need it. Listen for more about how Katie and Amanda feel about finding friends and lifting women up.
Mar 15, 2023
30 min
It Feels Like January 274th
In this episode, Amanda and Katie open up about how it feels like this January has been relentless and what they could have been doing differently to not feel this way. They will dig deep into how self-care, protecting (and taking) time for activities that fill your cup, and vacation is simply a must to thrive and not just survive. Join us as we get really real about what we are guilty of and how we and you can do more to prevent burnout moving forward.
Feb 16, 2023
31 min
Battling Imposter Syndrome
In this episode, Amanda and Katie open up and get vulnerable about their individual struggles with imposter syndrome both in and out of the boardroom and how this impacts all areas of their lives. This includes being comfortable to show up as themselves and 100% authentically as well as making new friends as they navigate the twists and turns of career, family and life.
Feb 1, 2023
28 min
New Year: The Struggle is Real
As Katie and Amanda reflect on the best of intentions they set for the new year, they struggle with already feeling behind on their ambitious goals. They discuss how the holiday break was not as restful and refreshing as they had hoped. Now going into the new year, they are finding they need to show themselves grace and understanding that not everything will go as planned. Follow along as the working moms detail a few ways they are learning to change their expectations and become comfortable ...
Jan 19, 2023
30 min
Moving into 2023 with Intention
Every year comes with growth and setbacks both personally and professionally. This year was a unique one as so many re-emerged to the "normalcy" of the world, work, travel and school and we are no different. As we navigate the business of life and the balance of work and personal life which can be very blurry when opening your own company we are wrapping up 2022 grateful but moving into 2023 with a new perspective and setting some intentions. Join us this week to hear a little about our year ...
Jan 4, 2023
30 min
Holly Jolly or Not So Jolly?
Today we are covering the heavy topic of depression, stress and anxiety that can affect people during the holiday season. While this time of year can be very magical and full of joy, celebration and wonder, it can also be one of the most difficult times of the year for a lot of people for a variety of reasons. In this episode, we discuss our own stressors and anxiety around the holiday season and the value of keeping a close eye on those you love and care about.
Dec 22, 2022
28 min
Seasons for Change
After an extended hiatus, the Navigating Balance podcast is back with Season 3! While Katie was laser-focused on growing her business and overcoming one of the busiest fall meeting schedules on record, Amanda took the plunge, following in Katie's footsteps, by starting her own marketing consulting business. Upon reflection on the previous two seasons, the women decided to pivot their podcast to better reflect their own lives and current events. Instead of forcing the conversation on c...
Dec 8, 2022
31 min
Financial Planning Tips with Special Guest Amanda Legler
This week to wrap up our month of all things money we are joined by special guest and local financial planner, Amanda Legler. She has a BS and MS in financial planning and works at SYM's. She will be sharing thoughts around how to get your house in order when it comes to financial planning. We hope you will join us for the conversation! Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode. If you are interested in contacting Amanda directly or information on her firm you...
May 26, 2022
32 min
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