8 episodes

In shifting priorities, your host, Alli Tunell, is going to talk to working moms everywhere about their transition into motherhood, the challenges they faced, and how they shifted their priorities when they took on this new role. Maybe they changed careers, maybe they started their own business, or they might have even decided to walk away altogether – whatever decision they made – we’re here to learn more, and celebrate them all.

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In shifting priorities, your host, Alli Tunell, is going to talk to working moms everywhere about their transition into motherhood, the challenges they faced, and how they shifted their priorities when they took on this new role. Maybe they changed careers, maybe they started their own business, or they might have even decided to walk away altogether – whatever decision they made – we’re here to learn more, and celebrate them all.

    How to Actually Recover From Burnout (ft. Hana Jacover)

    How to Actually Recover From Burnout (ft. Hana Jacover)

    This episode could not be more important! 

    Hana Jacover joins Alli this week to talk about trauma, burnout, being neurodivergent, and learning how you work best. Hana is a Leadership, Executive, and Performance Coach as well as the Fractional Marketing Leader at Hype House Coaching.

    Along with recovery, Hana and Alli also talk about...
    How to actually take a break and make a clear choice on your next steps after burnoutHow to transition your careerThe power of understanding how your body functions best and how to stay regulated.  Transitioning your mom guilt into gratitude and love
    Recommendations from Hana:
    Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
    Marketing’s inner game: Unlocking the power of natural productivity cycles
    The Workout Witch
    Let Forgiveness Set You Free

    • 49 min
    Finding a Role That Aligns With Your Values (ft. Chelsea Castle)

    Finding a Role That Aligns With Your Values (ft. Chelsea Castle)

    Chelsea Castle joins Alli on this week's episode of Shifting Priorities. Chelsea was most recently the Senior Director of Content & Brand at Lavender, and before that, worked as The Director of Content Marketing at Chili Piper. 

    After being impacted by a reduction in force shortly after returning from her leave, Chelsea reevaluated her relationship with work and thought deeply about the values that were most important to her.

    During that retrospective process, Chelsea created an EXCELLENT system for assessing jobs, which reignited her passion for work.

    Join us to learn more about this system and...
    Creating a childcare schedule that works for youHow to adjust your day to ensure you're working on your most important tasks at your most optimal timesHow to give yourself grace when returning from leaveThe realities of mom guilt, and how to process it as best you canThe red flags you should never look past when evaluating opportunities 

    • 50 min
    Benefits, Boundaries, and Balance (ft. Jessica D. Winder)

    Benefits, Boundaries, and Balance (ft. Jessica D. Winder)

    On this episode of Shifting Priorities, Alli sits down with Senior HR Executive, Jessica D. Winder to talk through the hard work conversations all moms need to be prepared for. Jessica brought so many actionable tips to this episode because of her expertise in both people ops and career growth. She's also a working mom to twin girls. 

    Listen in to learn more about...
    How to create a more flexible schedule for yourself while working when pregnant How to evaluate benefit packagesWhat to ask for when planning your leaveHow to set boundaries at work after returning from leaveHow to evaluate if a company is actually family-friendly& so much more!

    • 41 min
    Know and Own Your Worth (ft. Jess Cook)

    Know and Own Your Worth (ft. Jess Cook)

    This week we hear Jess Cook's story about her agency career, the long hours she was putting in, and the moment she decided it was time for a change (while very pregnant with her second child.)

    Since making the jump to B2B SaaS, Jess has doubled her salary in just four years. She's pushed herself to not fear change, believe in her abilities, and always have a growth mindset.

    In this episode, Jess shares actionable tips around...
    How to push through imposter syndromeHow to embrace career shifts confidently, and why you should always be open to opportunitiesHow to always approach work with a growth mindset, and showcase that viewpoint with your actionsWays to advocate for yourself and come equipped for the hard conversations around promotions and salary increases

    • 39 min
    Babies Make You Brave (ft. Shannon Curran)

    Babies Make You Brave (ft. Shannon Curran)

    While working as a VP at MadKudu, Shannon realized that the company didn’t need a full-time marketing team member at their current stage. So she took a risk and offered to work for them fractionally while she started her own consulting business. 

    In this episode, we’ll talk about Shannon’s career, what life was like for her before becoming a mother, and the life she’s currently building for herself with her new business. 
     
    We also touch on…
    Family planning while starting a new jobHow Shannon approached her boss about moving to fractional workThe rise of dads who “dad out loud” Finding community while working remotely

    • 43 min
    Why Motherhood Unlocks Leadership Excellence (ft. Sarah Wagle)

    Why Motherhood Unlocks Leadership Excellence (ft. Sarah Wagle)

    This week, Alli invites a working mom she's always looked up to onto the show, Sarah Wagle. 

    Sarah is currently The Director of Creative & Content at Compassion International and a mom to four children. Alli and Sarah worked closely together at BombBomb and had many conversations when Alli was pregnant with Penelope. 

    In this episode, they look back on those conversations, and also, dive deep into...
    The evolution of workplace support for pregnant women and mothersThe limited impact of career changes, or breaks on your careerUnique qualities and strengths that motherhood brings to professional rolesWorking fathers' roles in promoting a family-friendly workplace cultureThe art of boundary-setting and radical focus as a working mom

    • 40 min

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