Behind The Fold

Rachelle Saevil

Behind every success story is a woman balancing the beautiful chaos of motherhood and a career – and “Behind the Fold” is here to share the raw, unfiltered truth of what that really looks like. Hosted by Rachelle Saevil, this podcast is for ambitious women who are navigating the highs and lows of being career-driven mothers. It’s not about perfection; it’s about embracing the mess, letting go of unrealistic expectations, and finding a sustainable path to success — without sacrificing your sanity. Embrace the raw, candid conversations with women who are redefining what it means to "have it all” - not by following a cookie-cutter formula, but by making it work in their own way. Whether you're a career-driven mom, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone navigating the challenges of family life, this podcast offers real stories, practical advice, and a supportive community for women who are in the trenches and thriving, imperfections and all. Join in each episode for inspiration, advice, and a community of women who understand the struggle and the beauty of balancing it all. Whether you’re trying to climb the corporate ladder, launch a business, or simply balance the demands of both motherhood and professional life, “Behind the Fold” is your go-to space to reflect, learn, and grow.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Returning to Corporate by Choice: A Founder’s Perspective with Gab Galante

    In this episode of Behind The Fold, I sit down with Gab Galante to talk about a career pivot that many women quietly think about but rarely say out loud. After building an award-winning agency, Gab found herself questioning what success and alignment looked like after becoming a mother. We explore the honest and sometimes uncomfortable process of listening to those internal nudges and allowing your career to evolve with the season of life you are in. Here’s what we unpack: 2:29 - The identity that comes with being an award-winning founder4:44 - The early signs that entrepreneurship was no longer feeling aligned during pregnancy7:28 - Reframing the mindset that leaving your business is not failure, but growth9:40 - How existing relationships opened the door to her new corporate leadership role12:19 - Navigating motherhood, childcare, and the emotional transition back into structured work23:04 - What this new chapter is teaching Gab about balance and patienceIf this conversation resonated with you, I hope it reminds you that your career can evolve alongside the life you are building. Sometimes the most aligned decision is the one that looks different from what you expected. Connect with Gab: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabpgalante/ Mentioned in this episode: To Be Magnetic: https://tobemagnetic.com/ Let's Connect! Instagram @RachelleSaevil Saevil Row Branding Agency - Website LinkedIn Saevil Row - Youtube Want to launch a podcast or need your podcast edited? I work with The Social Snippet https://thesocialsnippet.com, and you can get $500 off your launch or 10% off your services by using the code RACHELLE!

    26 min
  2. 4 MAR

    Eleanor Pendleton: The Calculated Risks, Six-Figure Launches & 'You Owe It to Yourself to Try' Mindset Behind Haléau Beauty

    What does it really look like to build and rebuild a career while stepping deeper into motherhood? On this episode of Behind The Fold, I sit down with Eleanor Pendleton for an honest conversation about ambition, identity, and trusting your next evolution. From leaving a secure role at InStyle to launch Gritty Pretty, to intentionally closing that chapter at its peak and founding Haléau Beauty, this is a deep dive into the reinvention that happens when our professional and personal lives collide. What we cover: 1:41 - The leap from a secure publishing role at InStyle to launching Gritty Pretty7:05 - Why she closed a successful brand at its peak to make space for what was next10:45 - Turning a deeply connected community into a 17,000 person waitlist for Haléau Beauty22:00 - How motherhood reshaped her priorities and leadership32:11 - Navigating personal brand and privacyWe also talk about planning for postpartum, building a product based business while pregnant with her third baby and creating a shared vision with her family. Connect with Eleanor: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eleanorpendleton/ Haléau Beauty: https://haleaubeauty.com/ Let's Connect! Instagram @RachelleSaevil Saevil Row Branding Agency - Website LinkedIn Saevil Row - Youtube Want to launch a podcast or need your podcast edited? I work with The Social Snippet https://thesocialsnippet.com, and you can get $500 off your launch or 10% off your services by using the code RACHELLE!

    43 min
  3. 25 FEB

    Stop Waiting. Start Choosing Yourself: A Pep Talk

    In this episode of Behind the Fold, I’m sharing a reminder I needed myself: to stop waiting for the perfect moment or the perfect version of you to arrive. When life feels messy or uncertain, it’s easy to convince yourself that this isn’t your season, but momentum starts the moment you decide to move, even in small ways. This is an honest pep talk for anyone who feels stuck in the in between. It’s about getting out of your own way and realizing the person you’re waiting to become is already within you. Here’s what we unpack: 2:29 - Why waiting for the right time keeps you stuck, and the mindset shift that helps you reclaim momentum4:52 - How taking ownership of your life and decisions creates clarity, confidence, and forward movement07:13 - The power of aligning with your highest self, and why small, intentional actions matter more than dramatic change11:54 - Why honouring your current season doesn’t mean playing small, and how to start trusting yourself againIf you’ve been feeling stuck, behind, or unsure of your next step, I hope this episode reminds you that you already have everything you need to begin. Tune in, and let this be the moment you stop waiting and start moving. I’d love to hear what’s shifting for you on socials! Let's Connect! Instagram @RachelleSaevil Saevil Row Branding Agency - Website LinkedIn Saevil Row - Youtube Want to launch a podcast or need your podcast edited? I work with The Social Snippet https://thesocialsnippet.com, and you can get $500 off your launch or 10% off your services by using the code RACHELLE!

    13 min
  4. 11 FEB

    Why Protecting Your Energy is a Leadership Skill

    In this episode, I’m sharing why protecting your energy has become one of the most critical skills I practice as a leader, especially in motherhood. After years of leading teams and now raising young kids, I’ve realized leadership is less about visibility or constant availability, and far more about discernment, boundaries, and nervous system regulation. Here’s what we unpack:  • 02:00 – Why motherhood doesn’t reduce ambition, but sharpens discernment and leadership maturity  • 04:50 – The boundaries I’ve put in place around urgency, and constant availability  • 07:53 – Shifting from time as a metric to capacity, and how emotional and energetic bandwidth drive better decisions  • 10:40 – How the way I protect my energy models self respect, presence, and boundaries for my kids  • 13:56 – Reflective questions to help you identify where you may still be leading from depletion This episode is an invitation to slow down and get honest about where your energy is going. I’d love to hear how you’re redefining capacity in this season, reach out to me on Instagram @rachellesaevil and feel free to share this episode with someone who could use the reminder. Let's Connect! Instagram @RachelleSaevil Saevil Row Branding Agency - Website LinkedIn Saevil Row - Youtube Want to launch a podcast or need your podcast edited? I work with The Social Snippet https://thesocialsnippet.com, and you can get $500 off your launch or 10% off your services by using the code RACHELLE!

    16 min
  5. 4 FEB

    Running a Business, Raising a Baby & Redefining Capacity with Kristina Bartold

    This week on Behind the Fold, I sit down with my friend and powerhouse entrepreneur Kristina Bartold: CEO of The Social Snippet, host of the award-winning podcast Community, founder of High Vibe Women, and new mama to baby Jack. Today, Kristina shares what it’s really like to run a seven-figure business while navigating the early months of motherhood and how she’s learning to create space for what matters most. More on what we get into: 02:08 - The mindset shift from sacrifice to choice in motherhood and business09:07 - Redefining your ROI’s: how to let go of what you “should” be doing and instead, do what actually matters to you16:50 - Kristina’s expert advice on how to actually build community in a noisy (and often overwhelming) digital world24:32 - Why Kristina chose to pause mom groups and friendships to protect her energy in this season28:27 - How Kristina pushes through the mom guilt and stays grounded in her bigger vision This conversation with Kristina was such an honest and refreshing reminder that it’s okay to do things your way. If you loved this conversation, I’d so appreciate you sharing it with another ambitious mama or leaving a review. Don’t forget to connect with Kristina using the links below! Connect with Kristina: Use the code PODCAST50 to get $50 off High Vibe Women’s next event Website Listen to the Community podcast The Social Snippet’s Instagram Kristina’s Instagram Kristina’s LinkedIn Let's Connect! Instagram @RachelleSaevil Saevil Row Branding Agency - Website LinkedIn Saevil Row - Youtube Want to launch a podcast or need your podcast edited? I work with The Social Snippet https://thesocialsnippet.com, and you can get $500 off your launch or 10% off your services by using the code RACHELLE!

    35 min
  6. 28 JAN

    Capacity Isn’t About Doing More, It’s About What You Remove

    In this episode of Behind the Fold, I’m getting honest about something I’ve been navigating lately: the changing definition of capacity in motherhood. Since becoming a mom of two, I’ve noticed how easily I fall into the trap of trying to operate like my pre-kids self. This includes squeezing in “just one more thing,” chasing the illusion of night-time productivity, and forgetting that real capacity isn’t about time, but energy. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin and still wondering why it’s not enough, I hope this episode can act as a small nudge and guide!  Here’s what we unpack:  • 02:11 – Why capacity isn’t about adding more, it’s about deciding what to remove  • 04:27 – The true cost of “just one more thing” and learning to subtract, not stack  • 06:41 – Why nighttime is a gamble and the importance of building a work rhythm around reliable energy  • 08:57 – How to design your days around protected, focused hours, and stop relying on “fantasy” time If this episode hit home for you, I’d love to hear how you're redefining capacity in your own life. DM me on Instagram @rachellesaevil, and feel free to share this with a fellow mom who might need the reminder. Let's Connect! Instagram @RachelleSaevil Saevil Row Branding Agency - Website LinkedIn Saevil Row - Youtube Want to launch a podcast or need your podcast edited? I work with The Social Snippet https://thesocialsnippet.com, and you can get $500 off your launch or 10% off your services by using the code RACHELLE!

    11 min
4.9
out of 5
7 Ratings

About

Behind every success story is a woman balancing the beautiful chaos of motherhood and a career – and “Behind the Fold” is here to share the raw, unfiltered truth of what that really looks like. Hosted by Rachelle Saevil, this podcast is for ambitious women who are navigating the highs and lows of being career-driven mothers. It’s not about perfection; it’s about embracing the mess, letting go of unrealistic expectations, and finding a sustainable path to success — without sacrificing your sanity. Embrace the raw, candid conversations with women who are redefining what it means to "have it all” - not by following a cookie-cutter formula, but by making it work in their own way. Whether you're a career-driven mom, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone navigating the challenges of family life, this podcast offers real stories, practical advice, and a supportive community for women who are in the trenches and thriving, imperfections and all. Join in each episode for inspiration, advice, and a community of women who understand the struggle and the beauty of balancing it all. Whether you’re trying to climb the corporate ladder, launch a business, or simply balance the demands of both motherhood and professional life, “Behind the Fold” is your go-to space to reflect, learn, and grow.

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