#14. The Pursuit of Intentional Living by Making Choices, Not Compromises: A Conversation with Katie Bennett

Welcome to Business Casual. I am Mihae Ahn, your host and author of "The Stories We Tell" and "Perfectly Incomplete".

Business Casual brings you unfiltered conversations with badass, inspiring, highly accomplished women leaders who are changing the game. I am passionate about and believe in the power of sharing stories, our authentic, raw, and incomplete stories, getting beyond the polished LinkedIn profiles to the real humans behind the titles.

My guest today is Katie Bennett. Katie is a mother, athlete, executive coach, and consultant who has navigated the complex journey of balancing multiple demanding roles while staying true to her values. She brings authenticity and resilience to everything she does, from raising her children to building her coaching practice. I appreciate how openly Katie shares both her triumphs that she is deeply proud of and her struggles that she has overcome.

Today's conversation was deeply personal and inspiring, touching on the realities of modern life and leadership. Some key takeaways from our discussion:

• Being present for your children while building a career requires intentional choices, not compromises.
• Imposter syndrome is common but manageable when you focus on your authentic contributions.
• Fulfillment comes from aligning your work with your values and continuing to grow.

Please enjoy this heartfelt, authentic conversation with Katie about motherhood, career transitions, and the ongoing pursuit of meaningful work.

Music: "Come Out Tonight" by Vicki Vox (via Epidemic Sound)

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