The Working Mom’s Guide To Sanity Elizabeth Pearson

In today's chat, I interview Stephanie Gottlieb, an influential jewelry designer, entrepreneur, and Instagram sensation known for her custom diamond pieces.
Gottlieb discusses her path from working for others to launching her successful brand-Stephanie Gottlieb Fine Jewelry, the motivations behind her decision, and the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship.
Highlighting key aspects such as the importance of passion, social media's role in building her business, and navigating the pressures of visibility, the conversation delves into balancing personal life, motherhood, and professional growth. Furthermore, Gottlieb opens up about the societal impact of her work, including charitable contributions and ethical sourcing, while also touching on future aspirations for her family and business. The interview offers valuable insights for anyone contemplating or navigating entrepreneurship, especially in competitive fields.
SHOW NOTES
00:36 Exploring Stephanie's Fabulous Lifestyle and Entrepreneurial Journey01:02 The Balancing Act: Motherhood, Entrepreneurship, and Self-Care02:44 Stephanie's Leap into Entrepreneurship: The Early Days04:30 Building a Brand: The Challenges and Triumphs of Entrepreneurship11:50 Navigating Social Media: The Pressures and Joys of Being an Influencer14:32 The Impact of Motherhood on Business and Personal Growth22:47 Supporting Women in Business and Making a Difference25:34 Final Thoughts: Embracing Challenges and Believing in Your Vision
SUMMARY
The episode features a conversation with Stephanie Gottlieb, a prominent figure in the jewelry industry and a successful entrepreneur. The discussion revolves around her journey in entrepreneurship, balancing motherhood with a thriving business, handling pressure, dealing with haters, and the impact of social media. Stephanie also emphasizes the importance of passion, drive, and having a realistic outlook when starting a business.
 
More about Stephanie:
Since founding her namesake label in 2013, Stephanie has been committed to advocating for female representation in the bridal jewelry category and providing customers with education and transparency during the selection process. The support of Stephanie's robust social media community propelled the development of a multi-category jewelry collection. Stephanie entered the industry working for an esteemed diamond company in the heart of the NYC Diamond District and went on to pursue her Diamond degree from GIA. Stephanie's authenticity resonates with her loyal audience and drives high engagement across all her initiatives.

This episode features a conversation with Laura Taylor. We discuss Laura's journey and starting her company--Mingle Mocktails.
We talk about the inspiration behind the company, the challenges Laura faced, her approach to getting investors and distribution, and how she got Bethenny Frankel involved as an investor.
This episode highlights the importance of networking, taking risks, and not letting fear get in the way of pursuing a business idea.
SHOW-NOTES
The episode features a conversation with Laura Taylor, the founder of Mingle Mocktails. Laura shares her experience of leaving a corporate career in software to launch a successful mocktail brand. The conversation delves into the motivations behind her switch, the challenges encountered in starting a business, and navigating the world of investors. Laura discusses getting notable investors such as Bethany Frankel on board, the growth of her brand, and future expansion plans including a partnership with Target. The episode illuminates the journey of a woman entrepreneur in the increasingly popular space of non-alcoholic beverages and offers advice for those considering embarking on a similar path.
01:56 Laura's Journey to Founding Mingle Mocktails02:32 The Inspiration Behind Mingle Mocktails08:48 The Challenges and Triumphs of Starting a Beverage Company12:07 Securing Investors and Expanding the Business24:50 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs30:21 Where to Buy Mingle Mocktails31:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
 
Laura's Links
Mingle Mocktails
Instagram: @minglemocktails

Financial Freedom: A Candid Conversation with Ryan Edlefsen
In this candid conversation, I brought in my financial planner of 15+ years, Ryan Edlefsen, a Forbes recognized financial security professional. Edlefsen, who has 20 years in the field, shares important insights on why engaging a financial advisor is critical, regardless of income level, in order to understand and plan for the future. We discuss how having a financial plan brings confidence in making life decisions, like starting a business or planning trips. Ryan says it's never too late or too early to create a financial plan, and the importance of being proactive, not ignoring finances but reviewing at least annually to ensure growth. He shares various instances of clients' successes, reassurances offered during financial uncertainties and how potential failures led to great learning and new ventures.

00:54 The Importance of Financial Security
01:27 The Role of a Financial Planner
02:27 Elizabeth's Personal Experience with Financial Planning
03:05 Understanding the Financial Advisor's Background
04:42 The Balance Between Saving and Spending
06:21 The Impact of Financial Planning on Life Decisions
09:42 The Role of a Financial Advisor in Career Transitions
12:24 The Benefits of Financial Education and Planning
15:28 The Role of a Financial Advisor in Business Startups
18:58 The Importance of Financial Planning in Relationships
22:15 Conclusion: The Value of Financial PlanningRyan's Linkhttps://www.northwesternmutual.com/financial/advisor/ryan-edlefsen/

Modern Mom Probs: Discussing Parenting Challenges with Tara Clark

In this episode, I get to speak with Tara Clark, the founder of 'Modern Mom Probs', Podcast host of a terrific show focused on contemporary parenting issues. Clark is also an author, speaker, content creator, and expert in the parenting space. We discuss the effects of social media on kids, the trend of young kids in spaces like Sephora, issues of mom competition and judgment, and the significance of having a support network. Clark shares her experiences with screen time regulations for her son and the challenge of young children's exposure to questionable content on platforms like YouTube. We further discussed the trend of young children using expensive skincare products and why it can trigger some mom-on-mom judgmen
Show Notes:01:16 The Issue of Mom Competition and Judgment
02:02 The Modern Mom Probs Podcast and Book
02:54 The Biggest Modern Mom Problem
03:05 The Impact of Social Media and Loneliness
03:56 The Importance of In-Person Interaction
04:44 The Changing Generation of Mothers
06:44 The Clash Between Working Moms and Stay-at-Home Moms
07:18 The Importance of Female Social Interaction
09:16 The Role of Social Media in Modern Parenting
18:10 The Influence of YouTube on Kids
20:22 The Impact of Expensive Skincare Trends on Young Girls
25:15 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsTara's LinksInstagram: @modernmomprobsPodcast: Modern Mom ProbsWebsite and Book: https://modernmomprobs.com

This episode features a conversation with Naseem Sayani, the co-founder and managing director of Emmeline Ventures.We discuss the importance of women getting financially literate and investing, especially in women-led ventures.Naseem explains that only a small fraction of venture capital goes to women-founded companies and argues that getting more women involved as check writers could help bridge this gap.She also emphasizes the importance of investing in women's health and how building data-driven startups could significantly impact women's health outcomes.The discussion ends with strategies women can use to start investing, even in relatively small amounts.
(01:18) Investing in Female Founded Organizations(01:50) Understanding Venture Capital and Investment Options(02:11) Encouragement for Women to Enter the World of VC(04:37) The Role of Diversity in Venture Capital(13:45) The Impact of Women's Health on Investment(15:39) The Importance of Financial Literacy for Women(16:37) Investing vs Saving: Making the Right Choice(17:18) Investing in Real Estate vs. Public Markets(17:51) Venture Capital and the Barriers for Women(18:57) Investing in Philanthropy vs. Venture Capital(19:49) The Influence of Marketing on Women's Financial Decisions(20:36) Starting Small in Venture Capital(21:54) Understanding the Risks and Rewards of Venture Capital(22:24) The Importance of Diversification in Investments(22:44) Investing During Economic Downturns(23:19) The Power of Women in the Consumer Market(24:36) The Importance of Women in Product Design(28:46) The Power of Community in Women's Investing(30:57) The Risks of Real Estate Investments
 
Naseem's Links:
Emmiline Ventures: https://www.emmelineventures.vc/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nsayani/
 
 

Author, Speaker, and Mental Health Advocate Dr. Regine Muradian joins me on this episode for a discussion about adolescent mental health, behavioral tics, anxiety, and more—a must-listen for parents and caregivers.
Show Notes
(01:51) Introduction to Dr. Regine: dealing with children's mental health in the context of current world events
(03:49) Behavioral tics in children - when are they normal and when to see a professional
(07:19) Emotions in children
(10:32) Ticks, allergies, and trauma
(12:57) Anxiety- Is it genetic
(14:51) If your child is anxious, should you focus on the child, or on yourself?
(17:23) Stomach aches and the impact of the environment
(20:48) Is there a healthy amount of strife a kid should face?
(26:23) Energic flow- is what we put out there the energy we attract?
(29:44) Kids growing up and milestones of maturity
(33:11) Concluding thoughts and where to find Regine's books
Regine’s links:
Website: reginemuradian.com
IG: @dr.reginemuradian