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Welcome to Your Working Mom Friends! In this episode, we're diving into the complex world of friendships as a mom. How does motherhood change your relationships? How do you navigate the guilt, time constraints, and shifting priorities that come with balancing kids, work, and friendships?
We’re sharing personal stories, from navigating friendship breakups to embracing group texts as the new way to stay connected. You'll hear about the challenges of evolving friendships, the beauty of finding your village, and even the unexpected strategies—like virtual wine nights and monthly friendship dues—that help moms stay close in the chaos.
Whether you're trying to make new mom friends, redefine old ones, or just figure out where your relationships fit into this season of life, this episode will leave you feeling seen, inspired, and ready to celebrate the friends who lift you up.
Grab your coffee (or wine) and join us for this honest and relatable conversation about the ups and downs of friendship after kids.
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In this deeply personal and unexpectedly candid episode, Michelle and Leah tackle the complexities of grief, family dysfunction, and finding moments of comfort amidst life’s chaos. Michelle opens up about the recent loss of her mother, sharing both the raw emotional moments and the absurd ones. L&R reflect on cultural norms around bereavement, the importance of building your personal village, and the emotional balancing act of motherhood, corporate life, and self-care.
With a spirited skinny jeans debate and spicy book club/TV series recommendation this episode is as real as it gets. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that reminds us all: sometimes, just sitting in the hole with someone is the greatest gift you can give.
Keywords: grief, family dysfunction, motherhood, self-care, working moms, book club recommendations, TV series, skinny jeans debate, life balance. -
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In this episode, Leah and Michelle dive deeper into the power of women supporting women, building on last week’s discussion. They explore personal stories of competition, collaboration, and the unconscious biases shaped by childhood experiences. Hear how one leader’s sabotage became a career-defining lesson and how another’s mentorship lit the path for future growth.
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Navigating leadership challenges: How building trust and strong relationships can counteract toxicity.Celebrating women’s wins: Why recognizing and uplifting others is a game-changer at all levels.Tackling workplace stereotypes: Insights from the trending #WomenInMaleFields TikTok movement.Whether you're navigating a corporate role or reflecting on how to champion others, this episode is full of relatable, raw, and inspiring moments.
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In this revealing episode of Your Working Mom Friends, Leah and Michelle delve into the complex dynamics of women in the workplace. They challenge the traditional narratives around rivalry and competition, exploring how women can embrace healthy competition without targeting each other.
Leah and Michelle share personal stories (good and bad examples) and actionable insights on how women can embrace healthy competition while building authentic, supportive relationships. They emphasize that ambition and support aren’t mutually exclusive—women can thrive in competitive environments without undermining each other.Whether you’re navigating workplace dynamics or striving for success, this episode offers fresh perspectives and actionable advice for redefining what it means to compete and collaborate in today’s workplace.
What the Queen Bee phenomenon is and how it shapes female workplace dynamics.Why having only one woman in the room doesn't work.How societal stereotypes contribute to female rivalry.The transformative power of women supporting women to foster collective success.Practical steps to create a culture of accountability and inclusivity in the workplace.Insights on how increasing women in leadership drives better outcomes.How to challenge and unlearn societal stereotypes to build stronger relationships.
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In this episode, Michelle and Leah get real about balancing work, marriage, and motherhood in today’s fast-paced world. We start with a candid discussion on why prioritizing your marriage/partnership over kids can create a stronger family foundation, despite the guilt of leaving the kids behind for some 1:1 time as a couple.
Then, we dive into setting healthy boundaries at work and explore the shift from traditional work-life balance to work-life harmony. Michelle and Leah share practical strategies for women navigating corporate life, including ways to manage email boundaries, say no to non-essential meetings, and embrace a healthier work dynamic. They also emphasize the importance of leaders modeling boundaries to support their teams in finding their own balance.
We round off the episode with a practical and helpful teen parenting tip, covering unique dynamics of raising boys and sharing a few laughs along the way.
Tune in for an honest look at balancing romantic relationships, work boundaries, and parenting teens, with insights every working woman can use to create more harmony in her life!
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In this episode, LR and MK dive into the essential skill of pushback — which they define as offering your unique insights or opinions to spark healthy debate —specifically for women who are often labeled as “too aggressive” or told to “find their voice.”
With opposite personalities, LR and MK share what they’ve learned over the years about pushing back strategically and effectively, highlighting approaches that work best for each personality type.They also explore how age, experience, and unspoken expectations shape the feedback women receive about how they “should” show up at work.
In the Life segment, they discuss building momentum by breaking goals into manageable steps, and Leah shares a new “Hot Tip” of the week—a fun, random tidbit to brighten your day! -
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In this short, 7-minute bonus episode, Michelle surprises Leah with a bold new idea: rebranding their podcast just weeks after finalizing a name. Inspired by an interview with Vivian Tu – Your Rich BFF – Michelle reflects on what she needed most as a new working mom.
Join Michelle and Leah for a candid, behind-the-scenes moment as Michelle pitches the rebrand, sharing the spark behind the change and their vision for a space that feels like catching up with girlfriends who are also moms and who also work. Friends who can relate to all parts of your life, not just some.
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In this episode* we discuss: - The Customer Experience - Giving Yourself Time To Process Something Difficult - Preparing for the Holidays 2 VERY DIFFERENT Ways (neurotypical vs. neurodivergent) - Doing & Saying the Nice Things We Think About *our last episode with sound issues since now we know the importance of headphones :)
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In this episode we discuss: - How Networking Has Changed - Easy Ways to Get Started with Networking - Building Culture on Your Team - The TikTok Movement of 17 Diapers
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Welcome to the pilot episode of Your Working Mom Friends! In this first episode, Michelle and Leah invite you into a one-of-a-kind relationship formed over a decade of working together at two different companies. Both seasoned leaders, Leah and Michelle share a bond built on shared experiences, countless projects, and the ups and downs of balancing corporate jobs with family life.
Starting with personal routines and family life, Michelle and Leah reveal the one non-negotiable task that, if left undone, sends their entire day spiraling—a small but essential anchor in their busy lives. You’ll hear about Michelle’s lighthearted missteps in trying to crack LinkedIn’s algorithm (including her infamous Taylor Swift reference) and what she has learned so far on her journey to becoming a LinkedIn influencer.
The second half of the episode is an AMA segment where Leah asks Michelle questions about her approach to developing others and what's important for leadership roles and promotions.
While this episode may have a couple audio blips—no worries, they've brought on an audio guy —Michelle and Leah’s stories provide a real, relatable glimpse into their lives. Join Your Working Mom Friends as they embrace progress over perfection and share what it’s really like to juggle careers, family, and everything in between.
Tune in for genuine insights, laughter, and the reminder that none of us have to go at it alone.
