This Is How She Does It! Helping Corporate Working Moms Move from Burnout, Overwhelm and Mental Load to Balance and Abundance

EP 37: What I've Learned From Interviewing 30+ Working Moms

After interviewing more than 30 women from executives to entrepreneurs, I'm reflecting back on the amazing conversations I've had this year. In this episode, I'm sharing the top 10 lessons I've learned on what makes a woman feel more confident and grounded in her decisions as a leader, mom, wife, employee and person. This is my last episode of 2025, wrapping up my first year of podcasting! Thank you to everyone who has been on this journey with me, whether this is the first episode you're listening to or you've been following me for a little while. I appreciate all your support and wishing everyone and happy and healthy New Year!

EP 36: Balancing Ambitions: Letting Go of Perfectionism as a Working Mom with Kim Menapace

In this episode of This Is How She Does It, host Angela Lee talks with Kim Menapace — working mom, tech professional, real estate investor, and host of the Balancing Ambitions podcast — about self-care, motherhood, and redefining success as ambitious women.
Angela and Kim share an honest conversation about balancing demanding careers with family life, navigating perfectionism and comparison, and letting go of the pressure to do it all. Kim opens up about her journey back to herself, raising young kids, and launching her podcast to move beyond curated highlight reels and into real, meaningful conversations.
Together, they explore what self-care actually looks like in this season of life — from setting boundaries and prioritizing personal needs to finding small, sustainable practices that support mental and emotional well-being.
If you’re a working mom feeling stretched thin, burned out, or stuck in the comparison trap, this episode offers practical insights, relatable stories, and reassurance that you’re not alone.
Key Topics Covered:
Redefining success, ambition, and balance
Letting go of perfectionism in career and motherhood
Setting boundaries is an act of self-love
Looking to redefine "having it all" and success for yourself? Sign up and get access to my new, free Masterclass - The Aligned Advantage: https://angelaleecoaching.com/masterclass 
 In this Masterclass, you’ll discover:
How to Stop the Hustle and step into who you really are
The new formula for success (that doesn't include working harder)
Your Human Design Type and how to apply it to the new success formula
How to are here to make decisions and attract new opportunities  
Connect with Kim:
Kim's Podcast: Balancing Ambitions Podcast
Kim's Website: kimmenapace.com
Connect with Angela:
I'd love to hear from you! Come find me on LinkedIn or Instagram and drop me a message to let me know what other topics you'd like me to cover or share a recommendation for my next podcast guest!
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EP 35: Why Money Feels Scary — What Working Moms need to know to Build Financial Confidence with Meghan Dwyer

What comes up for you when you hear the phrase “money isn’t scary”? For many women, money brings up anxiety, shame, guilt, or a deep discomfort we don’t even have words for.
In this episode, I sit down with Meghan Dwyer, a certified financial planner and host of the Money Isn’t Scary podcast, to unpack why so many women feel disconnected or intimidated by money… and what we can start doing to change that.
Meghan shares practical steps to shift your money mindset, rebuild trust with yourself, and approach your finances from a place of empowerment instead of avoidance. We talk about why money stories run so deep, how childhood conditioning shapes our relationship with money, and the small intentional choices that lead to confidence and clarity.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, guilty, or “behind” when it comes to money, this conversation will help you feel seen, and give you a starting point toward a healthier, more grounded financial relationship.
Tune in and take your first step toward becoming a woman who feels confident, capable, and at ease with her money.
 
Episode Resources
Megan Dwyer Podcast: Money Isn't Scary Podcast
Megan Dwyer Instsgram: @Moneyisntscary
Megan Dwyer Official Website: Money Isn't Scary.com
Connect with Angela:
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EP 34: When Plans Go Sideways: Working Mom Survival Strategies with Carolyn Ferguson

In this episode of This Is How She Does It, Angela sits down with Carolyn Ferguson for an honest, fun, and relatable conversation about the realities of working motherhood—especially when the best-laid plans fall apart.
Carolyn opens up about what it looks like to pivot when life throws curveballs (like construction delays, sick kids and derailed schedules), and why she’s learned to let go of perfection and keep her focus on what truly matters. She shares how being transparent about home life at work helps normalize the challenges most working parents face, and why psychological safety and supportive leadership are essential.
Together, they dive into the dynamics of the “default parent,” how to share that role more equitably, and the invisible mental load so many women carry. Carolyn also talks about her recent decision to hire a home organizer—proving that sometimes outsourcing isn’t a luxury, it’s a sanity-saver.
If you’ve ever felt stretched thin, overwhelmed, or like your plans are constantly shifting, this episode will make you feel seen. Tune in for practical wisdom, laughter, and a refreshing reminder that you’re not alone in the juggle.
 
Episode Resources: 
Trisha Nelson, Home Organizer  https://www.finelyfunctionalhomeorganizing.com/
The First Witch of Boston
 
Connect with Angela:
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EP 33: 5 Simple, Daily Wellness Habits for Working Moms to Reduce Stress and Boost Energy

Happy Thanksgiving! Today's episode is short and sweet. I'm walking you through the five simple daily habits that helps me feel grounded, energized, and connected each day. 
You’ll learn:
✨ Why a time audit can be one of the most powerful tools for overwhelmed working moms
✨ How small “microhabits” in each category can create massive ripple effects in your wellbeing
✨ Practical ideas you can start today—like wind-down alarms, mindful meals, walking meetings, nightly check-ins, and soul-nourishing moments just for you
✨ Why perfection isn’t the goal—and what it looks like to give yourself grace when life gets full
If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, exhausted, or disconnected from yourself, this episode will help you reset with compassion and clarity.
If you'd like a copy of my time audit template—send me a DM on LinkedIn or Instagram and I'll send it your way!
Tune in, take a breath, and start building a life that supports the woman you’re becoming.
 
Connect with Angela:
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EP 32: Take Back Your Time: Kerri Patt on Boundaries, Balance & Becoming More Intentional

If you’ve ever felt like there’s never enough time — between meetings, meal prep, kids’ activities, and the constant mental load — this episode will feel like a deep exhale.
In today’s conversation, Angela sits down with Kerri Patt, time management and work-life balance coach and host of the Mom Wife Career Life podcast. After years of climbing the corporate ladder while raising three kids, Kerri knows firsthand what it’s like to juggle it all… and feel like you’re losing yourself in the process.
Now, she helps ambitious working moms create more time, more intention, and more joy — without burnout or guilt.
In this episode, Kerri shares practical tools and powerful mindset shifts that will help you:
Understand why mindset and intention are the foundation of setting boundaries and staying productive
Use strategies like time blocking, habit stacking, and weekly planning to free up space for what truly matters
Do a simple time audit to uncover exactly where your time is going
Streamline weekly meal planning to reduce decision fatigue and make your week flow easier
Whether you’re ready to take back your mornings, strengthen your boundaries, or just breathe a little easier, this episode gives you everything you need to start creating a life that feels more aligned and spacious.
This is a must-listen for every working mom who’s craving more time and more of herself.
Connect with Kerri:
Mom Wife Career Life Podcast
Meal Planning Made Simple: https://kerri-patt.kit.com/26b9d2f7dd
Boundaries Made Simple: https://kerri-patt.kit.com/boundariesmadesimple
 
Connect with Angela:
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EP 31: How to Get Seen, Heard, and Promoted: Career Growth Strategies for Working Moms with Jill Avey

Welcome to another episode of This Is How She Does It with your host, Angela Lee. Today, Angela sits down with Jill Avey, executive career coach and founder of Sister Smart, a program designed to help high-achieving women get seen, heard, and promoted.
After 25 years in corporate, Jill turned her focus to helping women, especially working moms, break through career hurdles and rise from middle management to senior leadership. In this inspiring and tactical conversation, Angela and Jill unpack what it really takes to balance ambition with family life, and how to step into your next level of leadership without burning out.
You’ll learn how to identify your season of opportunity, reframe visibility and self-promotion, set powerful boundaries, and carve out time for strategic growth.
If you’ve ever wondered how to confidently advance your career while managing it all at home, this episode is filled with actionable strategies and empowering insights to help you take your next big leap.
Key Takeaways:
How to break out of the “doer” cycle and position yourself for leadership
How to reframe "networking" in a way that feels more natural and authentic for women
How to prioritize and highlight the impact of your work with senior leaders in your organization
Connect with Jill:
www.linkedin.com/in/jillavey 
www.sistersmart.com
Tune in to the SisterSmart Leadership Podcast Show on YouTube, Apple, or Spotify
 
Connect with Angela:
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EP 30: How to Feel Your Best in Your 30s, 40s, and 50s: A Whole-Body Approach to Women’s Wellness with Janel Funk, RD

Welcome to another episode of This Is How She Does It with your host, Angela Lee. Today, Angela sits down with registered dietitian and mom of three, Janel Funk, for a deeply relatable conversation about what it really looks like to juggle motherhood, career, and self-care — without losing yourself in the process.
Janel is here to help women heal their relationship with food and their bodies. Together, Angela and Janel unpack how nutrition, sleep, stress, and movement all intertwine — and how small, sustainable changes can lead to lasting wellness.
They also dive into the realities of working from home with kids, why it's critical to put your own needs first, and the power of community among women and moms. This episode is filled with practical advice for women navigating perimenopause, health concerns, and the everyday stress of doing it all — while learning to care for themselves, too.
Key Takeaways:
Why a whole-body perspective is key to true wellness
How stress, sleep, and movement affect your health 
The importance of modeling self-care for your kids
Realistic ways to build sustainable wellness routines
If you’ve ever felt pulled in a million directions, this honest and uplifting conversation will remind you that you’re not alone and that taking care of yourself isn’t selfish, it’s essential.
Connect with Janel Funk, RDN:
Website: https://www.eatwellwithjanel.com/
E-Book: Foundations E-Book
 
Connect with Angela:
Sign up and get access to my new, free Masterclass - The Aligned Advantage: https://angelaleecoaching.com/masterclass 
 In this Masterclass, you’ll discover:
How to Stop the Hustle and step into who you really are
The new formula for success (that doesn't include working harder)
Your Human Design Type and how to apply it to the new success formula
How to are here to make decisions and attract new opportunities  
To book a Personalized Human Design Reading / Energetic Leadership Blueprint:
https://angelaleecoaching.com/hdreading 
 
I'd love to hear from you! Come find me on LinkedIn or Instagram and drop me a message to let me know what other topics you'd like me to cover or share a recommendation for my next podcast guest!
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EP 29: Redefining “Having It All” Navigating Divorce, Co-parenting, and Finding Love Again with Victoria Givens

In this heartfelt episode of This Is How She Does It, host Angela Lee sits down with Victoria Givens, a powerhouse working mom whose journey takes her from the fast-paced political scene of Washington, D.C. back to her home state and the laid-back charm of Austin, Texas.
Victoria opens up about what it’s really like to juggle a demanding career and motherhood, the emotional rollercoaster of raising her daughters, and how the pandemic sparked a major life reset. From “white knuckling” it through early parenting to redefining success on her own terms, Victoria’s story is an inspiring reminder that “having it all” looks different for everyone.
She also speaks candidly about her experience with divorce, co-parenting, and finding love again—offering deep wisdom, humor, and hope for anyone navigating life transitions.
Join us for an honest and uplifting conversation about boundaries, balance, and building a life rooted in community, flexibility, and intention.
Key Takeaways:
Why setting clear priorities and boundaries leads to true fulfillment
How to cultivate a respectful, child-centered co-parenting relationship
The power of self-discovery and emotional healing before entering new relationships
Whether you’re a working parent, going through a major change, or simply craving inspiration, Victoria’s story will leave you feeling grounded, seen, and empowered.
 
Looking to redefine "having it all" and success for yourself? Sign up and get access to my new, free Masterclass - The Aligned Advantage: https://angelaleecoaching.com/masterclass 
 In this Masterclass, you’ll discover:
How to Stop the Hustle and step into who you really are
The new formula for success (that doesn't include working harder)
Your Human Design Type and how to apply it to the new success formula
How to are here to make decisions and attract new opportunities  
To book a Personalized Human Design Reading / Energetic Leadership Blueprint:
https://angelaleecoaching.com/hdreading 
 
Connect with Angela:
I'd love to hear from you! Come find me on LinkedIn or Instagram and drop me a message to let me know what other topics you'd like me to cover or share a recommendation for my next podcast guest!
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Special 3-Part Series: How Human Design Changed My Life (Part 3)

This is the final episode of a special 3-part series where I've been sharing my personal journey from burnout to alignment and how Human Design helped me trust myself again.
When I hit burnout in my late 30s after checking all the boxes of “success,” I knew something had to change. That’s when I discovered Human Design, and it completely transformed how I saw myself, my energy, and my purpose.
Interested in going deeper? Sign up and get access to the Aligned Advantage Workshop: https://angelaleecoaching.com/masterclass 
✨ In this Workshop, you’ll discover:
How to Stop the Hustle and step into who you really are
The new formula for success (that doesn't include working harder)
Your Human Design Type and how to apply it to the new success formula
How to are here to make decisions and attract new opportunities  
To book a Personalized Human Design Reading / Energetic Leadership Blueprint:
https://angelaleecoaching.com/hdreading 
 
Connect with Angela:
I'd love to hear from you! Come find me on LinkedIn or Instagram and drop me a message to let me know what other topics you'd like me to cover or share a recommendation for my next podcast guest!
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