In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Jenna Rykiel, a mindset and business coach for moms, who shares her transformative journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of aligning personal values with professional pursuits.
She highlights how the pandemic served as a catalyst for many to reevaluate their lives, allowing her to recognize the fulfillment she found in coaching others, particularly mothers navigating the challenges of emotional and mental health. Jenna discusses the common obstacles moms face when considering entrepreneurship, such as financial fears and the struggle to see themselves as business owners.
Rykiel stresses the need for discipline and the benefits of surrounding oneself with a supportive community of fellow mom entrepreneurs to foster independence and resilience. With insights on the impact of social media and communication in today's world, she inspires listeners to embrace their potential and create lives they love while prioritizing their physical and emotional well-being.
Takeaways:
- Moms often struggle with seeing themselves as entrepreneurs, which can hinder their progress.
- The pandemic allowed many to reassess life choices, leading to entrepreneurial pursuits.
- Burnout in corporate jobs can reveal the need for a more fulfilling career path.
- Mindset plays a crucial role in entrepreneurship, impacting how challenges are perceived.
- Surrounding oneself with other mom entrepreneurs can provide invaluable support and inspiration.
- Understanding that financial safety in corporate roles is often a false sense of security.
Companies mentioned in this episode:
- cbj Coaching
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