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Episode 13:The Messy Middle: Motherhood, Branding & Becoming with Jenny infante-reyes

What if the journey between the start and the breakthrough was actually the most powerful part of your story? In this heartfelt episode of Taboo Talk with Sarah, Jenny Reyes—brand strategist, certified DISC behavior consultant, mum of two, and co-founder of Your Brand Story—joins me for an open and honest conversation about life in the “messy middle.” From juggling business and babies, to learning when to say no, Jenny shares what it really takes to build a business and life that aligns with your values—even when it’s not Instagram-pretty. This is a must-listen for women navigating growth, identity, motherhood, and the sacred art of trusting the process.
Broadcast on:
15 Apr 2025

📌 Main Topics & Takeaways:

✔️ Redefining Success Through Alignment – Why saying “no” can be the most powerful decision you make
 

✔️ The Power of the Messy Middle – Letting go of perfection and embracing life as it comes
 

✔️ Motherhood Meets Business – How Jenny balances being a present parent and purpose-led entrepreneur
 

✔️ DISC & Communication – Using behavioral tools to strengthen relationships and show up with self-awareness
 

✔️ Community & Trust – How collaboration and surrender fuel personal and business growth

 

 

💬 Standout Quotes:

🗣️ “Sometimes the most powerful thing we can say is ‘no’—and mean it.”
 

🗣️ “The messy middle isn’t failure. It’s the becoming.”
 

🗣️ “I had to remind myself—I'm a mum first. And my values get to guide my business, not the other way around.”

 

 

⏳ Key Moments in the Episode:

⏱️ 00:00 – Welcome and setting the tone: What is the messy middle?
 

⏱️ 01:45 – Jenny’s journey from global brands to building her own
 

⏱️ 07:00 – Balancing marriage, business, and motherhood
 

⏱️ 11:30 – Lessons from early team-building & trust mistakes
 

⏱️ 14:00 – Understanding DISC and how it transforms communication
 

⏱️ 22:30 – Navigating burnout, people overload & honoring your bandwidth
 

⏱️ 27:00 – Letting go of “perfect” to protect what matters most
 

⏱️ 34:00 – Why failure (and spider bites) might be part of the plan
 

⏱️ 38:00 – When life throws curveballs: business pivots and closing doors
 

⏱️ 40:00 – Final thoughts: Becoming in the messy middle

 

 

🌟 Notable Guest:

Jenny Reyes – Brand strategist, communication coach, DISC behavior consultant, and co-founder of Your Brand Story.
She’s also a mum, wife, and deeply grounded woman who leads from values—not vanity.

🌐 Learn more at: [yourbrandstory.co]
📱 Connect on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook

 

 

📢 Call to Action:

💜 If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone in their own messy middle. Remind them they’re not alone—and that this in-between space is where the real growth happens.

💬 What’s your biggest takeaway? DM Sarah or Jenny or drop a comment on social media—we’d love to hear your thoughts!

🎧 Subscribe to Taboo Talk with Sarah on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode of these honest, hope-filled conversations.

Until next time…
Take care of yourself, take care of each other, and remember:
The messy middle is where your magic begins. 💜

What if the journey between the start and the breakthrough was actually the most powerful part of your story? In this heartfelt episode of Taboo Talk with Sarah, Jenny Reyes—brand strategist, certified DISC behavior consultant, mum of two, and co-founder of Your Brand Story—joins me for an open and honest conversation about life in the “messy middle.” From juggling business and babies, to learning when to say no, Jenny shares what it really takes to build a business and life that aligns with your values—even when it’s not Instagram-pretty. This is a must-listen for women navigating growth, identity, motherhood, and the sacred art of trusting the process.