Breakthrough with Mallory and Julie

Julie Burch and Mallory Herrin
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Are you ready for some straight talk? In this podcast we give real world, authentic, kick you in the pants, get it together, stop whining and make a move, growth strategies to help you BREAKTHROUGH to your best self! Hosted by Mallory Herrin and Julie Burch, personal development experts with the street cred to help you kick it up a notch. We have been through the drama and come through on the other side and we are here to help YOU do the same. We tackle the tough topics and address some of the common mental road blocks that hold us back.  Dealing with personal and career growth obstacles to becoming the best version of yourself. This is about accountability and recognizing that your life is YOUR choice! Take back control and make the choices that move you from where you are to where you want to be! You will hear tangible solutions and steps to implement immediately for REAL results! Let Mallory and Julie guide you to a new level of success! www.breakthroughwmj.com julie@julieburch.com Mallory@HerrinHR.com

Episodes

  1. 1D AGO

    Feeling Stuck? You're Not Stuck. You're Avoiding a Decision.

    Send a text Ever catch yourself saying, “I’m stuck”… when what you really mean is “I don’t want to make the decision”? Yeah. Same. In this episode of Breakthrough with Mallory and Julie, we’re lovingly kicking you in the mindset and calling out one of the biggest personal development traps: waiting for the “right time,” the “perfect circumstances,” or a magical burst of motivation to show up and carry you like a queen on a chaise lounge. Spoiler: it’s not coming. Mallory breaks down why “stuck” is usually just avoidance in a cute outfit (hello, victim mindset), using a straight-from-HR example that hits hard: the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) and why it’s not a trap door, it’s a last chance to level up. Julie brings the heat with self-abdication (aka giving away your power), procrastination truths, and the real reason you “don’t have time” (hint: your thumb + TikTok are in a situationship). We talk about: Why inaction is still a choiceHow to stop the all-or-nothing spiral and find Option CThe mindset shift that turns “I don’t have resources” into “How can I do this with what I have?”Why progress beats perfection every single timeYour challenge at the end? Simple: What’s ONE action you can take today to move your life forward? Because you’re not stuck.  You’re just one decision away. What you’ll learn in this episode: How “feeling stuck” is often decision avoidanceWhy victim mentality feels comforting (and why it costs you everything)How to reclaim control when anxiety is running the showThe “resources reframe” to stop saying “I can’t”How to stop procrastinating by improving prioritizationWhy small actions create momentum fastKey Takeaways (3 quick hitters) Stop prioritizing easy — start prioritizing progress.Look for Option C. You usually have more choices than you’re admitting.Not choosing is still choosing. And it’s rarely the choice you want.If this episode called you out in the best way, follow the show, share it with a friend who keeps saying “I’m stuck,” and take ONE action today. Small moves create big breakthroughs. Check out www.breakthroughwmj.com for more on the podcast and Mallory and Julie!       Follow the show: Breakthrough with Mallory and Julie Instagram/TikTok: @breakthroughwmjMallory: @malloryherrin (Instagram) | @malloryherrinx (TikTok)Julie: @julieburchJulie Burch Speaks: julieburch.comHerrin HR: herrinhr.com | +1 800-607-7787

    38 min

  2. FEB 25

    Work-Life Balance Is a Myth: Create Work-Life Harmony Without the Guilt

    Send a text If you’ve ever whispered, “I’m so out of balance…” while simultaneously answering emails, reheating cold coffee, and wondering if your laundry is legally considered a dependent… welcome. You’re in the right place. In this episode of Breakthrough with Mallory and Julie, we’re taking a flamethrower to the whole idea of work-life balance—because let’s be real: balance sounds cute, but it often turns into guilt with a Pinterest board. Mallory and Julie break down why the “scales” version of balance is a setup (equal in all areas?! PLEASE), why your brain is addicted to the shoulds, and how comparison turns your life into someone else’s yardstick. We’re swapping the myth of balance for something way more useful: work-life harmony that fits your season, your values, and your real life (teenagers, messy houses, businesses, burnout, and all). You’ll learn how to “recalibrate” before your body forces you to, how to stop doing the stuff nobody will notice if you quit, and why the goal isn’t getting everything done—it’s getting the right things done. Because your life isn’t a spreadsheet. It’s a story. And you get to write it. In This Episode, We Cover: Why work-life balance is a myth (and why the “equal scales” idea makes you feel like a failure)The real reason you feel out of balance.A practical way to evaluate your life using the “six-slice pie”:Work/CareerHome/FamilyHealthRecreation/LeisureSocial/FriendsSpiritualHow balance evolves in seasons (what worked 10 years ago might not work now)Why comparing your “pie” to someone else’s is a guaranteed way to stay miserableThe truth about burnout: hustle can build success… but overindulging in hustle will break youThe “do less” wake-up call: stop doing the unnecessary stuff you’re doing out of obligationWhy you’re nicer to your best friend than you are to yourself (and how to fix that)How to combine life categories (family time + movement + sanity) instead of trying to do it all separatelyQuote-Worthy Moments “Balance isn’t a destination. It’s a mindset—and it evolves.”“Don’t be an a*****e and have a messy house.”“It’s not about getting it all done—it’s about getting the right things done.”“The mess is part of your success.”Your Breakthrough Challenge-- try it. Seriously. Draw your “Now Pie.” How are you actually spending your time/energy/resources right now?Draw your “Ideal Pie.” What would feel aligned with your values in this season?Pick one thing to stop doing that you’re only doing because you think you “should.” (Real talk: if you quit it and nobody notices… congratulations, you just got your life back.)If you’re a woman in business, an ambitious professional, an entrepreneur, a working mom, a work at home mom, or just a human trying to juggle career growth, family life, personal development, and mental health without combusting—this one’s for you. Especially if you’re battling burnout, overwhelm, anxiety, or the pressure to “have it all” all the time. Come hang out with the Breakthrough Crew and tell us what hit home: Social: @BreakthroughWMJJulie: @JulieBurchSpeaks | julie@julieburch.com Mallory: @mallory.herron (IG) | @MalloryHerronX (TikTok) | mallory@heronhr.com And hey—if this episode made you laugh, made you think, or lovingly called you out… hit follow, share it wit

    38 min

  3. FEB 11

    Redefining Success Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Marriage, Kids, or Sanity)

    Send a text Check out our website www.breakthroughwmj.com  (**There may be a couple of spicy words in this episode...but only a couple!) 🎙️ Episode Overview: Redefining Success Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Marriage, Kids, or Sanity) What if success isn’t a destination… but a constantly moving target?  And what if chasing someone else’s version of it is the very thing making you exhausted, overwhelmed, and quietly miserable? In this episode of Breakthrough with Mallory and Julie, Mallory Herrin and Julie Burch get real (and hilariously honest) about what success actually looks like for women in business—especially women juggling careers, families, relationships, ambition, and a whole lot of internal pressure. Spoiler alert: you can’t have it all at the same time, and pretending you can is a fast track to burnout. If you’re a high-achieving woman struggling with work-life balance, constantly comparing yourself to others, or feeling stuck between wanting more but not knowing how to get out of your own head—this conversation is for you. Mallory and Julie unpack the myths of success we’ve been sold, the mental roadblocks that keep women playing small, and why peace, values, and boundaries might be the real flex. From society’s expectations around marriage, kids, and careers to the trap of doomscrolling, designer handbags, and “I’ll be happy when…” thinking, this episode calls out the nonsense and replaces it with clarity, permission, and practical mindset shifts. Success isn’t about the title, the money, the house, or the highlight reel—it’s about alignment, intention, and designing a life that actually feels good to live. Expect laughs, truth bombs, relatable stories, and straight talk about ambition, identity, and redefining success on your terms. Because success isn’t external—it’s internal. And it evolves as you do. 🔥 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why success is a mindset—not a milestoneHow women in business can redefine success without guilt or comparisonWhy work-life balance isn’t about doing more, but choosing betterHow societal pressure fuels burnout and self-doubt for ambitious womenThe connection between values, time, boundaries, and real fulfillmentHow to stop self-abdication and take your power (and your calendar) backWhy peace might be the most underrated measure of successIf you’re ready to stop chasing someone else’s definition of success and start building a life that actually aligns with who you are now, press play. This episode might just be the breakthrough you didn’t know you needed. 💥

    37 min

  4. JAN 28

    Resilience — How to Keep Going When Quitting Feels Easier

    Send a text Resilience — How to Keep Going When Quitting Feels Easier Starting is easy. Sticking with it is where most people quit. In this episode of Breakthrough with Mallory & Julie, we’re talking about resilience—the kind that shows up after the motivation fades, the plan falls apart, and life throws a wrench directly at your face. This isn’t about “positive vibes only” or grinding yourself into burnout. This is real-world personal development for women who want growth, success, and the ability to keep going when it gets hard. Mallory Herron and Julie Burch break down why most women don’t actually lack resilience everywhere—they struggle in specific pressure points. Emotional reactions. Mental overwhelm. Burnout. Fear of failure. Change. Conflict. Self-doubt. Sound familiar? We name it, call it out, and show you how to build resilience where you need it most. In this episode, we dive into: Why emotional regulation is a non-negotiable skill for empowered womenHow mental resilience shuts down overthinking, excuses, and analysis paralysisThe truth about burnout (you’re not weak—you’re fried)How to stay the course when plans change and life gets messyWhy resilient women don’t fail less—they recover fasterHow to stop outsourcing your confidence to other people’s opinionsWhy discipline beats motivation every single timeWe also talk about Julie’s “war on self-abdication,” the moment Mallory learned resilience the hard way, and why your why—even if it’s not noble or Instagram-worthy—is the fuel that keeps you moving forward. If you’re a woman who knows she’s capable of more but keeps getting stuck at the same quitting point…this episode is for you. Because empowerment isn’t about feeling ready.  Resilience is what gets you through the dojo.  And success belongs to the women who stay in the game. 🎧 Download the resilience self-assessment on the website www.breakthroughwmj.com  📲 Connect with us on social @breakthroughwmj  💥 And as always—go out there and break through

    44 min

  5. JAN 15

    Scared? Do It Anyway! Get Past the Fear Factor

    Send a text Episode 1: Scared? Do It Anyway! Get Past the Fear Factor. Episode Description / Overview Fear shows up right before growth — and in this very first episode of Breakthrough with Mallory & Julie, the ladies dive headfirst into the fear that holds so many of us back. From career risks and confidence struggles to imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and the stories we tell ourselves, Mallory and Julie get real about what it takes to move forward even when you’re scared out of your mind. Through honest stories, humor, and a few hard truths, they break down why fear isn’t a stop sign — it’s a signal. A signal that you’re on the edge of growth. Whether it’s launching something new, speaking up, leaving a toxic situation, or finally betting on yourself, this episode is your permission slip to stop waiting and start moving. Because courage isn’t the absence of fear — it’s choosing to move anyway. 🔥 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why fear is normal — and why it usually shows up right before a breakthroughHow to tell the difference between healthy fear and fear that’s holding you hostageWhy confidence isn’t something you “have” — it’s something you build through actionHow to stop giving your power away to other people’s opinionsWhy “doing it scared” is often the only way forwardHow small, brave actions compound into massive personal growthThe mindset shift that turns fear into fuel💡 Key Takeaways Fear doesn’t mean stop — it usually means go.Courage comes before confidence, not the other way around.People aren’t thinking about you nearly as much as you think they are.You don’t need permission to take up space or go after what you want.You already have proof you can do hard things — you’ve done it before.🎯 Quote-Worthy Moments “Confidence is the memory of winning — courage is what gets you there.”“You don’t need to wait until you’re ready. You need to start.”“Fear doesn’t mean stop. It means pay attention and move anyway.”“You are not behind. You are building.”🔔 Call to Action If this episode hit home, share it with someone who needs the reminder that they’re capable of more than they think.  Follow @breakthroughwmj for more real talk, growth, and no-excuses encouragement — and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. Because growth doesn’t happen in comfort…  It happens when you choose courage.

    39 min
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Are you ready for some straight talk? In this podcast we give real world, authentic, kick you in the pants, get it together, stop whining and make a move, growth strategies to help you BREAKTHROUGH to your best self! Hosted by Mallory Herrin and Julie Burch, personal development experts with the street cred to help you kick it up a notch. We have been through the drama and come through on the other side and we are here to help YOU do the same. We tackle the tough topics and address some of the common mental road blocks that hold us back.  Dealing with personal and career growth obstacles to becoming the best version of yourself. This is about accountability and recognizing that your life is YOUR choice! Take back control and make the choices that move you from where you are to where you want to be! You will hear tangible solutions and steps to implement immediately for REAL results! Let Mallory and Julie guide you to a new level of success! www.breakthroughwmj.com julie@julieburch.com Mallory@HerrinHR.com

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    Julie Burch and Mallory Herrin
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  • Episodes
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