Life of And

Tiffany Sauder, IBJ Media
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The Life of And podcast is for high-achieving women and working parents who are ready to stop living a life of “have to” and start designing a life they actually want. It’s a space where we talk honestly about the things we’re often afraid to admit — even to ourselves. The exhaustion. The ambition. The loneliness. The joy. The tension of wanting more without losing yourself in the process. If you’re in the thick of it — feeling stretched, tired, hopeful, driven — this is your invitation to take a breath, get real, and find your way back to your own Life of And.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Stop Undoing Your Own Progress: The Decision-Keeping Framework

    What if the reason you keep going back on your decisions isn’t weakness, but a sign that you haven’t fully bought into what you chose yet? In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany sits down with longtime mentor and monthly conversation partner Brian Kavicky of Lushin to talk about what happens after a big decision is made, when life gets loud, discomfort sets in, and the temptation to rewrite the plan starts to feel very reasonable. Together, they discuss why real decisions are not complete until your actions begin matching what you said you wanted, and why fear, doubt, sadness, and friction can actually be part of growth instead of proof that you chose wrong.  Tiffany and Brian explore how saying yes to a bigger life requires saying no to almost everything that does not support it, why constantly adjusting the scoreboard can lead to regret, and how filling your own cup first gives you more to share at work, at home, and in your relationships.  You’ll walk away with a framework to: Recognize when discomfort is part of growth, not a sign you made the wrong decisionProtect your bigger yes by getting clearer about what needs to become a noStop adjusting the scoreboard just to feel comfortable againIdentify what actually fills your cup and start making space for itWish you could talk it out with BK? Good news, you can! Book time with Brian Kavicky here.  For more from Tiffany: Follow Tiffany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.sauder Learn More: https://www.tiffanysauder.com  Ready to build your own Life of And? Explore the program: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/Program  Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (01:41) When a decision becomes action (03:15) Why discomfort can mean growth (05:40) Stop moving the goalposts (08:30) The power of choosing your no (10:20) Leading from your real priorities (13:50) Why filling your cup comes first (14:51) Dream bigger before you plan (17:34) Finding the why beneath the want Check out the apps and sponsor of this episode:  This episode is sponsored by Lushin. As part of our ongoing content partnership, Brian Kavicky joins the podcast monthly to share insights on leadership and sales. No compensation is received for referrals.Created in partnership with Share Your Genius Learn more about First Internet Bank: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/First-Internet-Bank

    21 min

  2. 7 MAY

    Summer Parenting Without Losing Your Mind

    What if summer felt less like something to survive and more like a season your family actually knew how to enjoy? In this episode of Life Of And, Tiffany sits down with Michelle Gambs to talk about how working parents can move into summer with more clarity, structure, and peace. When school ends, the built-in rhythm of the day disappears, and suddenly the season can start to feel like one long negotiation over boredom, screens, work, childcare, and everyone’s expectations. Michelle offers a more practical way to think about it, helping parents create enough predictability to calm the chaos without over-managing every moment. This conversation is a reminder that summer does not have to be something families simply survive. With clear expectations, age-appropriate responsibility, and a willingness to let kids practice solving some of their own problems, summer can become a season where the whole family feels more capable. Listeners will walk away with practical language, steadier boundaries, and a more peaceful way to make summer feel intentional without trying to control every minute. What You’ll Learn: How to create summer structure without over-scheduling every minuteWhy boredom can help kids build creativity, independence, and problem-solving skillsWhy summer is a powerful time to teach life skills like cooking, planning, and responsibility For more from Michelle, check out these links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-gambs-710437176 Website: https://www.michellegambs.com/ Get Michelle’s book Stay Away from Option D...and You Will Be a Perfect Parent: A Simple Philosophy for Parenting. A Simple Philosophy for Life: https://a.co/d/0cwzjixM  For more from Tiffany: Follow Tiffany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.sauder Learn More: https://www.tiffanysauder.com  Ready to build your own Life of And? Explore the program: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/Program Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (03:34) When summer starts to feel like childcare (04:10) Why working from home needs cleaner boundaries (06:12) How bookends create peace without nagging (07:54) Giving kids ownership without giving up authority (11:07) Why boredom is not your problem to solve (16:10) Setting screen expectations before the battles begin (19:10) The tech boundaries that make summer calmer (23:47) Treating technology like a privilege, not a right (25:19) How fewer words make consequences work better (30:47) Using summer to build real life skills Check out the apps and sponsor of this episode:  Created in partnership with Share Your Genius Learn more about First Internet Bank: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/First-Internet-Bank

    39 min

  3. 30 APR

    Money Confessions: What Women Really Think About Time, Guilt, and Financial Freedom

    What if the money stress you're carrying isn't about how much you make, but about never having a real, honest conversation about it? In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany sits down with Nicole Lorch, President and COO of First Internet Bank, to answer real, unfiltered money questions submitted by real women navigating careers, kids, and growing financial complexity. From feeling behind despite a high income to struggling with guilt when spending money to make life easier, this conversation unravels the emotional and practical realities of modern money management. Tiffany and Nicole dig into why traditional budgeting advice fails modern women, what it actually looks like to think about your time like a balance sheet, and how so much of our financial guilt is really an identity problem rooted in values we inherited, not ones we actually chose. They share their own money confessions, tackle the invisible load hiding in plain sight, and offer practical frameworks for managing variable income, getting aligned with your spouse, and building financial confidence even if you don't have the vocabulary yet.  You’ll walk away with a framework to: Shift from a guilt-driven money mindset to a values-based approachUnderstand how to buy back your time without feeling selfishCreate simple systems for managing money, even with inconsistent incomeHave more productive conversations about money with your partner For more from Nicole: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-lorch/  For more from Tiffany: Follow Tiffany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.sauder Learn More: https://www.tiffanysauder.com  Ready to build your own Life of And? Explore the program: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/Program Timestamps: (00:00) Intro  (03:05) Money confessions: what Tiffany and Nicole admit out loud (07:01) Unlearning the DIY mindset your parents gave you  (10:39) Shifting from money guilt to valuing your time (14:47) What to do when outsourcing feels out of reach financially (17:20) How to spot the invisible load before it burns you out (22:00) Bringing the invisible load list to your husband without a fight (25:55) Practical advice for couples with opposite money habits (30:32) Account structures that actually work for differently-wired couples (32:10) How to manage money when your income is unpredictable  (37:36) Savings account vs. high-yield vs. retirement   (41:08) The case for buying back time even in your most expensive season  (45:05) Getting financially prepared for the unthinkable  (48:30) Why more money doesn't solve the feeling of falling behind  (53:27) Getting financially literate when you're starting from zero  (57:01) Why women putting money on the table changes everything Check out the apps and sponsor of this episode:  Ready to Put Your Money to Work? Learn More Here: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/First-Internet-Bank Created in partnership with Share Your Genius www.shareyourgenius.com Learn more about First Internet Bank: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/First-Internet-Bank

    1 hr

  4. 23 APR

    What to Outsource First, How to Make the Math Work, and Why You Still Feel Guilty About It

    Imagine if balancing family, work, and personal life wasn’t about doing more, but about getting the right help? In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany shares how outsourcing can be a game-changer for busy women managing multiple responsibilities. After years of struggling with trying to do it all, Tiffany learned that asking for help wasn’t a failure; it was a strategic decision. She explains how outsourcing tasks like laundry, house cleaning, and even grocery shopping can save you hours each week, giving you the time and energy to focus on what truly matters. Tiffany also emphasizes the importance of shifting your mindset. Instead of asking, “Can I afford to get help?” She encourages women to ask, “Can I afford not to get help?” By making small, episodic investments in your time, you can create a life that feels more sustainable and less chaotic. What You’ll Learn The first tasks to outsource for busy familiesHow outsourcing can help reduce mental and emotional energyWhy prioritizing rest is key to maintaining productivityHow to shift from "Can I afford help?" to "Can I afford not to get help?" Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (01:36) How to decide the first task to outsource (06:10) Using episodic outsourcing strategically (07:12) Paying for help without financial pressure (11:23) Understanding tradeoffs and real math (12:43) Tiffany’s personal outsourcing turning point  (15:26) Highest ROI time-buying outsourcing options (17:36) Simple outsourcing decision framework Want to learn more about outsourcing? Check out these fan favorites: Do It or Delegate It: An Up Close Look at My In-Home Help Stop Doing Your Laundry4 Unpopular Decisions We Made to Build Our Two-Career HomeThe Economics of Doing Everything For more from Tiffany:Follow Tiffany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.sauderLearn More: https://www.tiffanysauder.com Ready to build your own Life of And? Explore the program: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/Program Check out the apps and sponsor of this episode:  Created in partnership with Share Your Genius www.shareyourgenius.com Learn more about First Internet Bank: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/First-Internet-Bank

    21 min

  5. 16 APR

    The Summer Planning Episode: What Every Working Mom Needs to Do in the Next 30 Days

    What if the key to enjoying summer isn’t just flexibility, but planning ahead? In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany explains how planning early can turn summer chaos into clarity. After years of scrambling, she learned that the secret wasn’t doing more, it was being intentional with the summer calendar. Tiffany shares how asking the right questions, setting priorities, and creating clear agreements with the family can reduce stress and make the summer enjoyable. She highlights how to avoid burnout by organizing childcare, prioritizing family activities, and setting boundaries. Tiffany also offers tips on getting kids involved in meal planning and ensuring there’s enough unstructured time. By planning ahead, you can reclaim your time and focus on moments that truly matter. What You’ll Learn How to plan summer logistics ahead of timeWhy setting priorities is key to enjoying your summerHow to engage your family in the planning processWhy creating a visible summer schedule helps avoid chaos Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (00:35) Avoid working mom summer panic with preparation (02:06) Create a logistics coverage plan for childcare (05:06) Set family priorities and define summer activities (07:08) Understand why priorities matter for a successful summer (10:41) Make your plan visible with a family calendar (13:14) Solve the summer food dilemma by planning meals (16:08) Prep your home base for a smooth summer (18:44) Plan as a team and work together (19:53) Get a final pep talk before summer begins Love this episode? Tiffany has been helping working parents crush summer for years. Dive deeper with these fan favorites:  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR2Wi9I1-pzm56Avg23T9H6K2wCEb--V8&si=KVgYn4p0sWxo9EyY  Episode 129: Crush Your Summer: 3 Tips for Balancing Your Career and Family FunEpisode 197: 5 Tips to Help Working Parents Crush Summer BreakEpisode 264: A Working Parent's Guide to Navigating SummerEpisode 266: Summer Survival Systems for the Whole Family Episode 268: Less Chaos, More Protein: Tiffany's Summer Food Game Plan For more from Tiffany: Follow Tiffany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.sauder Learn More: https://www.tiffanysauder.com  Ready to build your own Life of And? Explore the program: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/Program  Check out the apps and sponsor of this episode:  Created in partnership with Share Your Genius www.shareyourgenius.com Learn more about First Internet Bank: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/First-Internet-Bank

    22 min

  6. 9 APR

    The Real Reason You Feel Guilty as a Working Mom

    What if the real issue isn’t that you’re making the wrong choices, but that guilt is quietly driving your decisions and clouding your judgment? In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany sits down with Brian Kavicky, a longtime mentor and monthly conversation partner, to go deep into the complexities of guilt and its impact on decision-making for high-performing women. Together, they explore the many faces of guilt, including silent and public guilt, and how it often becomes a tool of self-protection and justification. Tiffany shares real-life examples, like the time she felt guilty for not participating more in her daughter’s school musical, and the irrational guilt that comes with being successful in a world that pressures women to be everything to everyone. Tiffany and Brian discuss how guilt can cloud your judgment, make you question your choices, and push you away from your true priorities. They explain how guilt often stems from external pressures, like societal expectations or comparison to others, and how it keeps you stuck in a cycle of justification instead of making empowered decisions based on your values. You’ll walk away with a framework to: Identify when guilt is influencing your decisionsRecognize the difference between self-protection and true self-trustUnderstand how guilt can derail your priorities and goalsLearn how to shift your mindset from guilt-driven decisions to purpose-driven choices Wish you could talk it out with BK? Good news, you can! Book time with Brian Kavicky here.  For more from Tiffany: Follow Tiffany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.sauder Learn More: https://www.tiffanysauder.com  Ready to build your own Life of And? Explore the program: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/Program Timestamps: (00:00) Intro  (01:40) What burnout does to our progress (03:13) Turning  guilt into empowered choices (07:00) How to reframe professional guilt (09:50) Breaking the cycle of internal vs. external guilt (11:45) The self-deception trap of guilt (14:15) Transforming guilt into purposeful action (17:49) The hidden cost of “doing it all” (23:34) Why we should question our guilt’s trigger Check out the apps and sponsor of this episode:  This episode is sponsored by Lushin. As part of our ongoing content partnership, Brian Kavicky joins the podcast monthly to share insights on leadership and sales. No compensation is received for referrals.Created in partnership with Share Your Genius Learn more about First Internet Bank: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/First-Internet-Bank

    28 min

  7. 2 APR

    Life of And Toolkit: Implicit Expectations vs Explicit Agreements

    What if the problem isn’t who’s helping, but how you’re asking for help? In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany shares how shifting from implicit expectations to explicit agreements changed everything. After years of feeling overwhelmed by the lack of support in her family and work, Tiffany realized that real work wasn’t about getting others to do more. It was about learning how to ask for help in a way that felt clear, respectful, and empowering for everyone involved. Tiffany talks about the power of explicit agreements and how defining tasks and responsibilities helps reduce resentment and creates space for meaningful support. She discusses how implicit expectations often lead to frustration and power struggles, and how clear, intentional conversations can transform relationships at home and at work. What You’ll Learn How to shift from passive frustration to active communicationWhy implicit expectations create power struggles and how to avoid themHow to engage family and colleagues in ways that empower them to helpThe importance of creating clear boundaries and agreements for a healthier, more sustainable life For more from Tiffany: Follow Tiffany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.sauder Learn More: https://www.tiffanysauder.com  Ready to build your own Life of And? Explore the program: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/Program  Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (00:32) Understanding why no one helps you (01:11) Implicit expectations vs explicit agreements (02:08) Defining what help means clearly (03:57) How to ask for specific support (05:20) Respecting no and setting boundaries (07:41) Giving teenagers agency over tasks (08:49) Using explicit agreements at work Check out the apps and sponsor of this episode:  Created in partnership with Share Your Genius www.shareyourgenius.com Learn more about First Internet Bank: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/First-Internet-Bank

    12 min

  8. 26 MAR

    Life of And: The 3 Circles That Change Everything

    What if the problem isn’t how much you’re doing, but how you’re doing it? In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany shares the deeply personal story behind the framework that changed everything. After years of building a business, raising four daughters, and trying to “do it all,” she reached a breaking point where success on paper no longer felt sustainable in real life. Instead of quitting responsibilities, she realized the real work was learning how to show up differently within them. Tiffany talks about the Life of And framework, which is built on three core areas: self, family, and career. When one is neglected, it doesn’t just create imbalance, it creates predictable patterns that shape how we show up. From the “grumpy servant” to the “lonely achiever,” she unpacks how these patterns form and what it takes to step back into a life that feels whole, intentional, and aligned. What You’ll Learn How to identify which area of your life you naturally neglectRecognize the “unbalanced character” you default to under pressureDefine what self, family, and career mean in your season of lifeHow you can build systems that support consistency instead of constant reaction For more from Tiffany: Follow Tiffany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.sauder Learn More: https://www.tiffanysauder.com  Ready to build your own Life of And? Explore the program: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/Program  Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (02:24) How the Life of And came to be (05:00) Who the Life of And program is for (06:35) The three circles of the Life of And (09:47) The unbalanced characters (15:24) What makes the Life of And program different (16:51) The Life of And Program details and invitation Check out the apps and sponsor of this episode:  Created in partnership with Share Your Genius www.shareyourgenius.com  Learn more about First Internet Bank: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/First-Internet-Bank

    21 min
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The Life of And podcast is for high-achieving women and working parents who are ready to stop living a life of “have to” and start designing a life they actually want. It’s a space where we talk honestly about the things we’re often afraid to admit — even to ourselves. The exhaustion. The ambition. The loneliness. The joy. The tension of wanting more without losing yourself in the process. If you’re in the thick of it — feeling stretched, tired, hopeful, driven — this is your invitation to take a breath, get real, and find your way back to your own Life of And.

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  • Creator
    Tiffany Sauder, IBJ Media
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    332
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Tiffany Sauder, IBJ Media
  • Show Website
    Life of And

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