How to Build Your Career & Find Balance. | Navigating Work, Life & Mental Wellness with Kara Bombard

In this awesome episode, I sit down with Kara Bombard, the president of YPS (Young Professional Society) and a dedicated leader in the food service industry. Kara shares her journey of personal growth, the pivotal moments that shaped her career, and her commitment to building a supportive community for young professionals. From her early days studying math to becoming a marketing manager and advocate for local businesses, Kara’s story is one of resiliency and reinvention. She discusses the importance of authentic connections, community involvement, and the valuable lessons she learned along the way. This episode also explores Kara’s passion for the YPS organization, her unique vision for the group, and how she balances her roles as a leader, mother, and community member. #EnoughSaid #KaraBombard 

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RESOURCES:
-Youth Professional Society (YPS)- https://www.springfieldyps.com/events.html#!event-list
-Kara Bombard Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/karabombard/
- BusinessWest Class of 2024- https://businesswest.com/blog/kara-bombard/

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
01:15 - Special Guest
03:25 - Icebreaker
06:50 - YPS Background
10:30 - Community Impact
15:45 - Networking Tips
19:20 - Early Career Path
23:15 - Transition to Marketing
28:05 - Work-Life Balance
34:40 - Overcoming Burnout
40:10 - Definition of Success
45:30 - Future of YPS
49:50 - Food Industry Insights
54:30 - Final Thoughts and Farewell


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