Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms
από Rebecca Olson
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You Can’t Control Everything, But You Can Influence More Than You…
You Can’t Control Everything, But You Can Influence More Than You…
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This is a show for working moms who want to balance their ambitious career goals with their life as a mom. Being a career driven woman is hard and confusing after having kids but each week, Certified Professional Life Coach Rebecca Olson will share bite-size stories, tips and strategies to help you regain your confidence, make decisions you trust and create a positive mindset that supports the ambitious life you want to live.
Drawing on seven years of coaching ambitious working mom in finding work/life balance as well as her own journey as the breadwinner of a family of 4, Rebecca will teach you how to be both successful at work and present with your family. If you never want to choose between your career and being a great mom, you’ll find the answers and support right here.
Learn more at rebeccaolsoncoaching.com.
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