the Working Mother’s Mentor

How do you decide to go for it when failure feels too risky? You’ve done the analysis, run the numbers, had the coffee chats and you’re still circling, not because you’re careless, but because you’re responsible. In this episode, I walk you through five grounded shifts to help you decide without waiting for certainty that will never come: This isn’t about rash moves. It’s about rigorous, thoughtful steps that honor your responsibility while breaking the cycle of spinning. ➡️Free Masterclass: Get Unstuck and Move Forward with Confidence https://www.theworkingmothersmentorcollective.com/navigator-webinar-optin  

“What should I do next?” It’s the question leaders ask when they’ve achieved success on paper but still feel restless, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Grab my free on-demand masterclass: Get Unstuck and Move Forward With Confidence https://dub.sh/UnstuckMoveForward In this episode, I offer a strategic framework for navigating that season of uncertainty. Drawing on research and extensive coaching experience, I unpack how to move from circling the same questions to building a next chapter rooted in clarity, impact, and legacy. You’ll discover why more options often make decisions harder, how to reframe constraints as signals, and why reinvention is less about leaping and more about testing. This episode will help you stop circling and start moving.  

High achiever, you’re not lazy, you’re drowning.  Between late-night work, endless meetings, kids’ schedules, aging parents, and the constant pull of competing priorities, even the most organized leaders feel like there’s no time left for what they want. In this episode, I’ll share why procrastinatio and even workload are not the root problem, exhaustion is.  And I’ll walk you through practical, psychology-backed strategies to reclaim your time and energy so you can finally make space for the things you’ve been putting off: a run, dinner with friends, time with your kids, or just a moment to breathe. You’ll learn: Why traditional time management hacks don’t work for ambitious professionals The science of decision fatigue and how it keeps you stuck Simple frameworks to create boundaries without guilt How to design small shifts that compound into lasting change If you’ve ever thought, “I just don’t have time for myself,” this episode will show you how to change that story, worrying about destroying your career or letting people down.  

Feeling stuck? This Weekend Reset will help you clear emotional, physical, and digital clutter so you can finally breathe, think clearly, and move forward with confidence. You’re not lazy. You’re carrying too much. And clutter, emotional, physical, digital, feeds on exhaustion. That’s why weekends often feel like survival mode, not rest. This isn’t about perfection. It’s about creating breathing room so you can show up with clarity and build momentum. Free Masterclass: Get Unstuck and Move Forward With Confidence https://dub.sh/UnstuckMoveForward

Turning 50 isn’t a finish line, it’s the launchpad for your most intentional, empowered decade yet. Whether you’re feeling the pressure to catch up or you’re staring at a blank canvas of possibility, your 50s are where wisdom meets opportunity. In this episode, I share why your 50s are the perfect time for a bold new chapter, no matter your starting point. As a high-achieving professional, you’ve got the experience, clarity, and resilience to redefine what’s next, on your terms. Watch my free on demand masterclass, Get Unstuck and Move Forward with Confidence   https://dub.sh/UnstuckMoveForward

At 45, the demands on your time haven’t slowed, but something in you starts to pause.  You may still be leading, parenting, caregiving, and producing at full tilt, but your inner voice is asking a quieter, more persistent question: Is this still the life I want to be living? In this episode, I share what I wish I knew about identity at 45, why this is a golden window of possibility, how to recognize the quiet pivot, and what it means to design your next chapter from curiosity and discernment, not just momentum. You don’t have to know the whole plan to start. You just have to listen and be willing to respond. Watch my free on demand masterclass: Get Unstuck and Move Forward with Confidence → https://dub.sh/UnstuckMoveForward

You’ve built a solid life, but something’s shifting. At 40, many ambitious leaders feel the tension between stability and growth. You’re not looking to burn it all down, but the identity you built may no longer feel aligned.  This episode unpacks what I wish I knew at 40 about navigating big internal shifts during high-stakes years, and how to move forward without losing momentum, or yourself. Watch the free masterclass: Get Unstuck and Move Forward with Confidence https://dub.sh/UnstuckMoveForward

At 35, your identity isn’t fixed, it’s still unfolding. This episode is for ambitious leaders navigating the quiet tension between career success and personal evolution. Whether you’re pivoting professionally, redefining success, or just trying to keep your head above water, you’ll hear wisdom, honesty, and practical insight to help you embrace the “and” in your life. You don’t have to be just one thing. You don’t have to do it alone. Sign up for the free webinar: Get Unstuck and Move Forward with Confidence https://dub.sh/UnstuckMoveForward

What’s really holding you back from making that decision? In this episode, I unpack what’s really behind hesitation, especially at the senior or executive level. You’ll learn: – Why smart, capable leaders stall (hint: it’s not indecision) – The hidden commitments that create inner conflict – How to navigate external resistance – Executive coaching tools to move forward strategically This is leadership under pressure, decoded.  

At the senior level, every decision feels heavier.  In this episode, I share key strategies every leader needs to make strong decisions, even in fast-paced environments and a complex world. Listen to learn how to make confident, resilient decisions that align with your leadership and your organization’s future. Subscribe for more leadership and decision-making strategies.  

The first 90 days in a senior executive or C-Suite role can make or break your tenure. What you do, and what you don’t do, in those first three months sets the tone for your leadership, your credibility, and your ability to deliver results. In this episode, I share a clear, research-backed roadmap for your first 90 days as an SVP, EVP, or C-suite leader.  If you’re stepping into the C-suite, or supporting someone who is, this episode will help you lead with confidence, clarity, and impact.  

Layoffs and career pivots don’t just disrupt your income, they can shake your confidence and sense of identity. In this episode, I’ll show you how to quiet shame, rebuild your self-worth, and create real opportunities by connecting strategically and authentically. Free masterclass: GET UNSTUCK AND MOVE FORWARD WITH CONFIDENCE → https://dub.sh/UnstuckMoveForward

If you’re navigating a layoff, pivot, or reinvention, this episode will show you how to rebuild career momentum through strategic rhythms and intentional action. We’ll explore how to use AI tools like ChatGPT to support your process—and why waiting for clarity might be holding you back. Free masterclass: GET UNSTUCK AND MOVE FORWARD WITH CONFIDENCE →https://dub.sh/UnstuckMoveForward

Join me for the free masterclass: GET UNSTUCK AND MOVE FORWARD WITH CONFIDENCE → https://dub.sh/UnstuckMoveForward Rebuilding or reinventing your career isn’t just about making moves—it’s about making them sustainably. This episode shows you how to create momentum without burning out by redesigning your rhythm, protecting your energy, and taking aligned action even through uncertainty.  

Free Masterclass:  Get Unstuck and Move Forward With Confidence https://dub.sh/UnstuckMoveForward Rebuilding your career after a layoff—or while craving reinvention—doesn’t mean you have to walk away from everything you’ve built. In this episode, we explore how to take strategic action without starting from scratch. Whether you’re in transition or simply feeling stuck, you’ll learn how to move forward with clarity, purpose, and stability.  

Layoff, career decision, or feeling stuck—this episode will help you find clarity when the path ahead feels overwhelming. Whether you're navigating a recent layoff or questioning if your current role still fits, the pressure to make the "right" move can feel paralyzing.  But clarity doesn’t come from spinning—it comes from asking better questions and using a smarter framework. GET UNSTUCK AND MOVE FORWARD WITH CONFIDENCE 👉 https://dub.sh/UnstuckMoveForward In this episode, I’ll walk you through 5 powerful steps to help you: Clarify what matters most in this season Identify real, aligned options—even if you think you don’t have any Understand the emotional drivers behind your choices Focus on the 20% of options that create 80% of the shift Start small, smart, and with confidence Want more guidance? Grab my free masterclass:   GET UNSTUCK AND MOVE FORWARD WITH CONFIDENCE 👉 https://dub.sh/UnstuckMoveForward  

Rewrite What’s Possible in Your Life and Career.  This episode is your invitation to rewrite the story you're telling yourself — about your future, your ambition, and your impact. Whether you’ve been laid off, passed over, or you're just ready for more, the next chapter is yours to define. Don’t miss the free training I created to help you reset, realign, and move forward with confidence: https://bit.ly/unstuckandmoveforward

Feeling stuck after a layoff or major career shift? Or perhaps you're ready to make a change, but just aren't sure what to do about it. You’re not alone — and this episode is your starting point. If you’ve checked all the boxes, built a solid career, and still find yourself thinking “How did I get here… and what now?” — this conversation is for you. Whether you’ve been laid off, burned out, or are simply feeling disconnected from the life you worked so hard to build, we’re walking through three powerful steps to help you get clear, feel grounded, and reconnect with what really matters. You’ll learn: Why so many ambitious women feel lost right now (and what to do about it) The first step to take when your path feels unclear How to reclaim your direction without blowing up your life What it means to move forward with confidence — on your terms 🎓 Ready to go deeper? Join the free training: Get Unstuck and Move Forward with Confidence  This is not about settling. It’s about redefining success, finding your next right step, and building a life that feels like yours.  

If you’re an ambitious woman leader navigating change, pressure, or politics — and you’re ready to be seen not just as reliable, but as executive material — this episode is your strategic advantage. In seasons of layoffs, restructures, and cultural breakdown, leadership isn’t about keeping up appearances. It’s about building clarity, trust, and momentum in environments that feel anything but stable.  That’s what sets the most respected leaders apart — and it’s exactly what I’m breaking down in this episode. These are not feel-good ideas. They’re practical, enterprise-level tactics you can use right now to shift team energy, regain focus, and get noticed by the people who matter.  You’ll walk away with clear, actionable ways to strengthen your executive presence, influence across functions, and lead culture on purpose — no matter what’s happening around you.  

How to Lead Teams Through Uncertainty Without Burning Out Your People—or Yourself When burnout is rising and change feels relentless, your team silently wonders: Can I trust you to lead us through this? In this episode of The Working Mother’s Mentor Leadership Series, executive coach Julie Finn shares the high-impact leadership strategies used by today’s most effective leaders to guide their teams through uncertainty, complexity, and change—without losing momentum or morale. Whether you're a senior executive, team manager, entrepreneur, or change agent, you’ll learn actionable strategies to help your team feel steady, safe, and supported—even when the path forward is unclear. 🔑 In this episode, you'll learn how to: Lead the emotional climate of your team (your state is contagious) Build psychological safety that fuels speed, trust, and resilience Activate distributed leadership without losing control Create team-wide resilience (not just individual grit) Operationalize learning from failure Normalize and manage change fatigue Use micro-visibility to increase connection, trust, and morale These are the people-first, performance-driven strategies that help leaders like you avoid burnout, maintain influence, and drive results—even during chaos. Perfect for anyone navigating high-stakes leadership challenges.   Subscribe and share with a friend or colleague who leads through high stakes. For more support, visit www.theworkingmothersmentor.com/programs