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Raising Kids & Running a Business

Kate Christy

42 episodes

3 months ago

What if the dream you worked so hard to build… no longer fits who you are? In this heartfelt and perspective-shifting episode, Kate sits down with life coach Sandra Daniele to talk about what it really looks like to evolve, pivot, and give yourself permission to change course—especially as a single mom raising a teenager. Sandra opens up about the early years of single parenting, how coaching transformed her healing journey, and why letting go of a goal isn’t the same thing as giving up. They...

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What if the dream you worked so hard to build… no longer fits who you are? In this heartfelt and perspective-shifting episode, Kate sits down with life coach Sandra Daniele to talk about what it really looks like to evolve, pivot, and give yourself permission to change course—especially as a single mom raising a teenager. Sandra opens up about the early years of single parenting, how coaching transformed her healing journey, and why letting go of a goal isn’t the same thing as giving up. They...

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Entrepreneurship

Episodes (20/42)

Raising Kids & Running a Business

041 | Choosing Joy, Quitting the Grind, and Trusting the Pivot with Sandra Daniele

What if the dream you worked so hard to build… no longer fits who you are? In this heartfelt and perspective-shifting episode, Kate sits down with life coach Sandra Daniele to talk about what it really looks like to evolve, pivot, and give yourself permission to change course—especially as a single mom raising a teenager. Sandra opens up about the early years of single parenting, how coaching transformed her healing journey, and why letting go of a goal isn’t the same thing as giving up. They...

5 months ago

55 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

040 | Data Driven Motherhood with Lauren Downey

What if your business could start seeing results tomorrow—and your toddler could learn the word “no” at the same time? In this episode of Raising Kids & Running a Business, Kate chats with Lauren Downey, a digital advertising strategist and mom to a very opinionated toddler. From a French major teaching abroad to a full-time ad pro managing high-performing campaigns across Google, Meta, LinkedIn, and Reddit, Lauren shares how she pivoted her way into entrepreneurship. They dive into the d...

6 months ago

1 hour 7 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

039 | The Family Business with Monica Bailey

In this powerhouse episode, Kate sits down with Monica Bailey — co-owner of Epic Dental and mother of three — for an incredibly honest and insightful conversation about what it really looks like to build a business while raising a family. Monica opens up about the identity shifts of motherhood, the silent epidemic of mom burnout, and the surprising truth about cavity prevention that Big Oral doesn’t want you to know. She shares her personal journey from pre-med to product-based entrepreneursh...

6 months ago

1 hour 16 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

038 | Turmoil is Temporary, Street Signs are Forever with Jordis Small

In this episode, Kate sits down with Jordis Small, a brand designer, mom of three, and founder of her own creative studio. Jordis shares her winding path from fashion design to branding, her love for logos, and the realities of navigating motherhood while growing a successful design business. They dive into how having kids reshaped Jordis' boundaries, her pricing mindset, and her entire design process. From outsourcing to setting firm workdays, Jordis gets real about what it takes to make it ...

7 months ago

1 hour 8 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

037 | Building a Sustainable Business Around the Life You Have with Bri Summers

In this episode, Kate sits down with Bri Summers, the founder of Brighten Made, to discuss the realities of juggling motherhood and running a successful design business. Bri shares her journey from corporate life to launching her business, the challenges of navigating maternity leave, and the unexpected lessons that came with balancing work and family. Bri opens up about the misconceptions of having a business "figured out" before kids, the struggles of adjusting her work-life balance, and ho...

8 months ago

1 hour 9 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

036 | Can I Get the Modified Pose, Please?! with Annica Lydenberg

In this episode, Kate Christy welcomes Annica Lydenberg, a lettering artist and mural painter from Brooklyn, New York. Annica is the founder of Dirty Bandits, an award winning Brooklyn-based design studio delivering quality visual identity design, lettering and murals. Annica's work is fueled by her deep appreciation for typography, love of storytelling and a dedication to social good. In this episode, Annica shares her unconventional journey from corporate life to a thriving freelance ...

9 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

035 | Embrace the Chaos with Heather Hathaway

In this episode, Kate Christy chats with Heather Hathaway, a web and brand designer from Southern California. Heather shares her experiences of balancing motherhood while growing her design studio and creating a membership program for web designers. From working through the chaos of raising young kids to taking on bigger projects as her children got older, Heather offers relatable and honest insights. Kate and Heather discuss the challenges of juggling work, family, and personal goals, empha...

10 months ago

1 hour 16 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

034 | It’s All a Give and Take with Hollei Anne Hayes

In this episode, Hollei Anne Hayes, a talented surface designer and mom who’s mastered the art of balancing business and creativity shares how she turned her passion for design into a thriving career, moving from posting on Instagram to working with top clients in the art licensing world. She gets real about her early struggles and how taking a proactive approach—like cold pitching and building connections—helped her grow her business. Hollei also dives into her love for teaching other creati...

11 months ago

1 hour 8 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

033 | Coffee Stains, Milestones, and Big Ideas with Becca Wood

In this episode, Becca Wood, a creative entrepreneur and project management enthusiast, talks about the ups and downs of parenthood and balancing business life. Becca opens up about the everyday challenges of raising a child, like the infamous coffee spill in a stroller caddy, and how these little hurdles are just part of the journey. The conversation shifts to Becca’s entrepreneurial side, where she dreams of launching tech companies that could revolutionize project management tools an...

11 months ago

1 hour 28 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

032 | Choose Your Own Adventure with Caton Vance

In this episode, Caton Vance, founder of Vance & Co., and Kate dive deep into the messy reality of entrepreneurship, perfectionism, and trusting your gut. He talks about the importance of listening to your inner voice, especially when navigating client relationships and making business decisions. He also discusses how modern work culture pressures us to keep growing. Whether you’re a creative or a business owner, this episode is packed with real talk about balance, intuition, ...

1 year ago

1 hour 7 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

031 | #1 Dad with Justin Wieners

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Justin Wieners, a Midwest dad whose love for baseball cards, vinyl records, and old film cameras shapes his unique wholesome-quirky-retro design style. After being laid off from his tech job in 2023, Justin seized the opportunity to pursue his dream of owning a design studio, *Hot Dog!*, where he now focuses on helping "underdog" clients thrive. Throughout our conversation, Justin shared how his passion for retro aesthetics and storytellin...

1 year ago

1 hour 14 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

030 | Making Space for the Things That Matter with Brie Pointer

In this episode, Brie Pointer, a talented designer, farmer, and mother shares her journey of balancing her many passions. Brie strongly delves into the challenges of managing multiple roles, from freelance design projects to farming and motherhood, and the importance of self-care and setting realistic expectations. She also discusses the joy and purpose she finds in growing food and fostering community through her involvement in the farmer's market. Despite the workload, her passion has ...

1 year ago

1 hour 13 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

029 | Working Hard and Playing Hard with Gabriella Keys (AKA Rella B)

Gabriella Keys, a multifaceted entrepreneur and creator behind Rella B Books, dives into the challenges and joys of blending motherhood with content creation. Gabriella shares her journey from aspiring motherhood at a young age to founding her brand, emphasizing the importance of maintaining personal passions alongside parenting responsibilities. She also discusses how she engages her children creatively, weaving their imaginative play into her content, which includes podcasts and YouTube...

1 year ago

57 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

028 | Measured Exposure & Doing the Best We Can with Kristen McGuiness

Kristen McGuiness, a book publisher, coach, and mother of two, opens up about the intricate balance between her entrepreneurial endeavors in book coaching and publishing through Rise Writers and Rise Books, and her family life. She reflects on her path from non-profit work to entrepreneurship, the pursuit of sobriety, and embracing a flexible, adaptive mindset. Kristen also explores themes of managing professional responsibilities alongside motherhood, creating meaningful moments ...

1 year ago

56 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

027 | Business, Babies, and Building a Village with Tashana Thompson

This episode highlight’s Tashana Thompson’s experience with the intricacies of balancing motherhood and a thriving career. As the CEO of Beyond Business Solutions, Tashana’s amazing journey is definitely insightful and encouraging. Tashana shares her journey from starting her business 16 years ago, navigating life as a bonus mom, and the challenges she faced with postpartum depression and business changes. She also emphasizes the value of investing in coaching and delegating...

1 year ago

57 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

026 | Time DOES NOT Equal Capacity with Kat Murphy

In the latest episode, I engage in an insightful conversation with Kat Murphy of Social Kat Media, delving into the intricacies of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship. Kat's journey, characterized by unexpected challenges and triumphs, offers valuable insights into managing a business while navigating the joys and struggles of parenthood. From her initial leap into entrepreneurship to facing the unexpected realities of childbirth and parenting, Kat's resilience shines through. This...

1 year ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

025 | Taking Time to Celebrate How Far You’ve Come with Rache De Luna

In this episode, Rachell De Luna, the creative force behind Squarestylist shares her journey from an engineering career to entrepreneurship, driven by her passion for design and the empowerment of motherhood. Rache discusses balancing business and family life, effective time management strategies, and the invaluable support from her husband and mother. She also shares her transition from corporate life to freelance work, starting with calligraphy workshops and evolving into web design.&...

1 year ago

1 hour 12 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

024 | Flexibility, Working Through it, and Survival of the Fittest with Emelie Sanders

Emelie Sanders is the head honcho at Pass the Queso. She’s a copywriter turned copywriting mentor for coaches and creatives. When she’s not wrangling her five kids, she’s coaching business owners on how to lean into their unique voices and use humor to create a personality-packed copy. In this episode, Emelie and Kate chat about the endless to-do lists, the challenge of maintaining productivity, and the myths of time management for moms. Both Emelie and Kate emphasize the need for flexibi...

1 year ago

1 hour 15 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

023 | Permission to Quit the Thing That’s Just Not Working Out with Duo Collective

In this episode, Abbey and Courtney of Duo Collective talk about their intertwined journeys in motherhood and entrepreneurship. They delve into the challenges of starting a business while caring for young children, transitioning to full-time roles, and balancing personal struggles such as fertility issues and miscarriages. Both Abbey and Courtney candidly and courageously discuss their missteps, such as investing in business endeavors that just didn’t work out like they envisioned, and...

1 year ago

1 hour 9 minutes

Raising Kids & Running a Business

022 | Planning for Maternity Leave as a Solopreneur with Becca Wood

Becca Wood is a Squarespace website designer and developer, host of Probably Bothered podcast, and a mom of one (now). Becca is the first soon-to-be mother on the podcast to let the listeners into how she’s prepping her solo business for maternity leave. Stay tuned for the second installment when Becca and Kate chat about what went as expected (or hoped) and what didn’t during Becca’s maternity leave. Highlights Family Influence: Feeling pressured to follow her brother’s parenting style and...

1 year ago

1 hour 33 minutes