Is it really possible to be a present mom and thrive in your career? Kendall Berg says yes, and she’s living proof. As the founder of That Career Coach, a corporate leader, mom of two, and author of Secrets of the Career Game, Kendall helps women navigate the unwritten rules of the workplace without burning out.

In this episode, Kendall opens up about balancing motherhood with a demanding career, the challenges moms face in today’s corporate culture, and the smart strategies that help high-achieving women work with more clarity, confidence, and intention. Whether you're climbing the ladder or building your own business, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported, and ready to win, on your own terms.

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In a time when diversity is being challenged and DEI efforts under fire, how do we raise kids who are proud of who they are? Sonia Smith-Kang, founder of the multicultural children’s brand Mixed Up Clothing and Vice President of Multiracial Americans of Southern California, joins us to talk about raising culturally grounded kids, building a global business rooted in representation, and what it means to lead with purpose.

Sonia shares how fashion can spark meaningful conversations, how to “culture-proof” your home, and why creative resistance is more important than ever. This episode is a powerful reminder that identity is something to celebrate, not defend, and that motherhood can be an act of advocacy.

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What if productivity wasn’t about doing more, but doing what matters, with more clarity and less burnout? Productivity Life Coach Emily Guerra joins us to talk about the power of mindful productivity, how to get out of your own head and into action, and why moms don’t have to hustle harder to find balance.

Whether you're juggling Zoom calls, school pickups, or your own big dreams, this episode is packed with practical tips (and neuroscience-backed strategies!) to help you reclaim your time, energy, and mindset.

It’s not just about getting things done, it’s about feeling good while doing them.

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How do we raise kind, curious, civically engaged kids when the world feels… overwhelming? In this episode, political scientist and mom Dr. Lindsey Cormack joins us to talk about her book How to Raise a Citizen (And Why It’s Up to You to Do It), and why everyday parenting is more political (and powerful) than we think. We explore small but meaningful ways to model good citizenship, handle tough conversations, and build a stronger democracy from the ground up, starting in our own homes.

Whether you’re politically active or politically exhausted, this episode is a gentle and hopeful reminder: you have more influence than you realize.

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When Joann Cartiglia started The Queen’s Treasures® out of her Pennsylvania home in 2005, she was on a mission to create affordable, high-quality toys that spark imagination, and not rely on batteries. Nearly two decades later, she’s not only built a beloved brand known for its historically inspired 18-inch dolls and furniture, but also become a powerful advocate for the toy industry at the national level.

In this episode, we sit down with Joann to explore:

• The passion behind starting her toy company
• Why she manufactures in China and the impact of Trump-era tariffs on small businesses
• Her role on the Toy Association’s Legislative Committee
• How she’s preparing for the future of toy-making in America
• And what makes The Queen’s Treasures® so unique in a crowded market

Support Joann here: https://www.thequeenstreasures.com/

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