Good Enough For Now

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, Dr. Beth Cooper Benjamin shares her experiences researching achievement culture, particularly among teen girls. After noticing the dynamics of a group of girls she supervised at camp as a teen herself, it became a lifelong passion to explore the psychological, social, and developmental challenges that are unique to girls.   The internet may highlight some of the competition and comparison that we all feel today, however Dr. Benjamin shares why a lot of the messaging kids receive about achievement may come from the adults in their lives, if even unintentionally.   Beth shares from her own personal journey and offers some guidance for normalizing that we must first fail if we want to succeed. Listen in to hear more.   What We Cover In This Episode:   The pervasive achievement culture in teens and the stress they experience at school and at home. Strategies to shift away from the achievement culture, create downtime for teenagers, and foster the development of inner resilience. Broader societal factors contributing to adolescent mental health issues, such as college admissions pressure and the expectation of perfection. The role of parents and educators in navigating the achievement culture, including the need for aligned messaging and recognizing the pressures they face as well. The importance of celebrating the process, embracing imperfections, and fostering collective resistance to achievement pressure in order to build resilience in teens.   RESOURCES:   Visit Dr. Benjamin’s website Connect with Dr. Benjamin on LinkedIn Cultivate Community, Find a New Path with Judy Schoenberg and Linda Lautenberg Making Caring Common Project   ABOUT DR. BETH COOPER BENJAMIN:   Dr. Beth Cooper Benjamin is an adolescent development scholar and a designer and facilitator of civic engagement and leadership programming for young people. She is Founding Associate Director of the Center for Social Responsibility at the Manhattan Jewish Community Center, More recently, Beth served as Director of the Westover Resiliency Project at Westover, a girls' boarding and day high school in Middlebury, CT. There she led a multi-year grant-funded initiative to challenge achievement pressure and perfectionism and to foster resilience and well-being among students and adult staff. Beth has authored both scholarly and popular articles, and she consults on research, strategy, program development, and training with individual and organizational clients.     She received her master's and doctorate in Human Development and Psychology from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Beth lives with her husband and their two young sons in Maplewood, New Jersey, where she practices embracing imperfection as a cook and a knitter

In this episode of Good Enough For Now, Christine Alvarez and Eileen Springer share the transitions that happen in our career that stem out of imposter syndrome. There are so many instances where we see a fork in the road ahead in our careers and we want to be the one to decide which way to go. It requires some deep work and self-reflection to decide if we should go left or right.   This episode is a bit different because I had the pleasure of sitting down with Christine and Eileen in person, a first for this podcast. Watch the video for the episode below.   They share why imposter syndrome is not your fault, why remote work might not be best for your career, how to step back into the workforce if you’ve been away, and why self-awareness is the most powerful tool in your growth.   Listen in (or watch!) to hear more.   WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE:   What is imposter syndrome (really) and how it can impact you professionally. How to overcome imposter syndrome by recognizing and naming it, understanding the circumstances that trigger it, and challenging negative self-talk. Why working with a coach is an effective way to grow in your career and why your partner, friend, or colleague might not be the best person to get advice from. Why imposter syndrome, characterized by feelings of intellectual phoniness and self-sabotage, is more common among women, especially in situations where they are the minority. Christine and Eileen discuss the emotional filing cabinet concept, where our perception of ourselves, how we present ourselves, and how the world reflects back on us play a role in imposter syndrome. They also touch on workplace trends, the challenges and benefits of remote work, the importance of visibility and influence, and the value of self-reflection and nurturing your network.   RESOURCES:   Your Next Next™ “Why Everyone Feels Like They’re Faking It” by Leslie Jamison Connect with Eileen on LinkedIn Connect with Christine on LinkedIn   ABOUT CHRISTINE ALVAREZ:   An Executive and Leadership Coach, Christine Alvarez brings over 25+ years of Corporate Marketing experience from a variety of industries including Publishing, Major Entertainment Companies and Advertising.  Christine works with executives and mid-level professionals to navigate career choices and challenges. She coaches women executives at Chief, and private clients in the media and tech industries. She is also a BetterUp Fellow Coach, and is a preferred coach for Columbia’s Teachers College assisting alumni in developing their Careers and Co-founder of Your Next Next™, a team of executive coaches working with companies and professionals who are navigating the new world of work.  ABOUT EILEEN SPRINGER:   Eileen is the founder of Central Park Executive Coaching and the co-founder of Your Next Next. She coaches C-suite executives, mid-career professionals and early-in-career talent in corporations and nonprofits. Eileen is a Core Guide at Chief, a women's peer networking organization supporting development of C-suite executives and has recently launched women’s coaching circles. Eileen brings over 30 years of experience leading HR and Talent Management teams in large global companies. She holds certifications in Executive Coaching from Columbia University and the International Coaching Federation and is certified in a multitude of talent assessments.

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, Neha Ruch discusses choosing the gray area between motherhood and work, the push to redefine success as a parent and a modern take on ambition.   Neha shares about her decision to stay home with her young children and how her career pause led her to define her own values and reframe her goals. She also shares how to answer the question, “What do you do?” and how her community, Mother Untitled, was born. Our conversation is one that we all needed in our 20s and now can help us feel less alone in our 30s and beyond, especially as we redefine what success in life and motherhood can look like for each other while we wait for our culture to catch up.   Listen in to hear more about doing what brings you joy, evaluating what’s right for you right now, and staying connected and evolving your professional identity with intention, even as you choose to stay at home to parent for breaks in between.   WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE:   Exploring the challenges of focusing on both motherhood and career through planting seeds and embracing the possibilities that redefine purpose. Addressing societal narratives on stay-at-home mothers and learning to articulate and be confident in your identity and story. Reframing ambition for women who have paused their careers to focus on personal and family goals. Identifying ways to stay connected to a career or professional identity even while empowering your choice to care for children at home. Choosing to shift focus and give yourself agency to create rhythms and routines that serve both self and family. Embracing the present and accepting and trusting yourself as a parent working in or out of the home.    RESOURCES:   Mother Untitled Follow Mother Untitled on Instagram Connect with Neha Ruch on LinkedIn   ABOUT NEHA RUCH:   Neha Ruch is on a mission to update the perception of stay-at-home motherhood in America, infusing it with ambition, dignity, growth, and potential. She established her groundbreaking independent media brand, Mother Untitled, in 2017, in the early days of her motherhood journey. Since 2017, Mother Untitled has served as a digital oasis for ambitious women determined to grow, learn, and enjoy themselves during their chapter as the primary parent. Neha is a thought leader, sought-after speaker in the world of women, work, parenting, and identity and the author of a forthcoming book, The Power Pause, with Putnam, an imprint of Penguin Random House.

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, Ashley Cox, a leadership coach and entrepreneur, shares her insights on building and sustaining a successful business by hiring and developing teams. With a mission to help more women become leaders and creating jobs for moms who can excel at home and at work, Ashley leans on her own personal experiences around self-awareness, negative feedback, perfectionism, personal development, and more.   Ashley believes everyone can be a leader: in their family, at church, in their community, and at work, and that women are their own worst enemy when it comes to hiring because they wait too long to take action. In this episode, we talk about intentional leadership, why trust is a big part of leadership, what accountability really means, and how to make sure that everyone you work with has their voice heard.   Listen in to hear more and to see what a true ray of sunshine Ashley is.   What We Cover In This Episode:   The challenges women face in stepping into leadership roles, including confidence and conditioning to be nice. The negative stories we tell ourselves about our ability to lead and why everyone is a leader. How to lead with intention, understanding your core values, and holding yourself and your team accountable to create a culture where teams thrive. The benefits of cultivating self-awareness and self-love to make better hiring decisions and communicate honestly with your team. How to view feedback as a two-way street instead of something negative we have to do. Ashley’s mission to get more women into leadership roles and why it’s so important. How perfectionism can be both good and bad, and why it's important to embrace imperfection to foster creativity, growth, and innovation.   Resources:   Normalize Mental Health, Forge Habits of Hope with Lindsay Recknell SproutHR Connect with Ashley on LinkedIn Follow SproutHR on Instagram Follow SproutHR on Facebook   About Ashley Cox: Ashley Cox, PHR, SHRM-CP is the Founder and CEO of SproutHR, a boutique HR consulting firm that educates and empowers women-owned businesses on how to hire and lead profitable, sustainable, impactful teams with confidence, ease, and fun.   At SproutHR, Ashley and her team focus on values-based hiring, compassionate and intentional leadership, and amplifying impact. With over 16 years of experience as a certified HR professional, Ashley is also a subject matter expert, speaker, podcast host of The Impact Ripple, and author of the book, Transform Your Stories.

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we hear from Cate Luzio, the Founder & CEO of Luminary, a membership-based career and personal growth platform and collaboration hub. After years of mentoring other women and growing her own career, Cate built Luminary to shift systemic challenges in the workplace to  uplift and upskill women through all phases of their professional journey.  Tune in to hear Cate discuss how taking risks, leaning into your confidence, and creating impact have allowed her business to not only soar, but to thrive. Join Luminary for their 2nd Annual #InThisTogether Women’s Summit virtually on March 9th. Register Here. SHOWNOTES + TRANSCRIPT Follow Cate Luzio on Linkedin Learn about Luminary Membership + Events FOLLOW GOOD ENOUGH FOR NOW: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, I talk with Emily Merrell, the Founder and Community Curator of Six Degrees Society, a Professional Speaker and Podcast host. She has supported thousands of ambitious women to get what they want in their personal and professional lives. Emily shares her expert knowledge through signature connection events, sold out masterminds and 1:1 coaching. Emily’s expertise has been applauded and featured by Refinery29, Girlboss, Forbes and Huffington Post. Tune in to hear Emily share how to be true to yourself in taking risks that feel grounded in skills, forged from experience and curiosity for what’s possible.    SHOWNOTES + TRANSCRIPT FOLLOW GOOD ENOUGH FOR NOW:Instagram LinkedIn Facebook CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com    

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we hear from Elle Litiaco, a Filipino American designer and founder of ELLERALI, a fashion brand with a mission to reduce textile waste by upcycling fabric into one-of-a-kind pieces that inspire self-expression through fashion.    As an inspired small business owner, Elle understands that things take time. She trusts that being intentional, celebrating the wins of others, and practicing daily mindfulness is the slow but sure process to bearing the fruits of her labor.  She has been featured on episode 3 of Fuse TV show Upcycled Nation, and has partnered with mentors like Allbirds and Serenity who uplift small businesses focusing on sustainability and fashion.      Tune in to hear Elle share how to live in alignment with your purpose to make a positive impact on the planet and your life, and how she stays present and energized in the whirlwind of being a solopreneur.     SHOWNOTES + TRANSCRIPT FOLLOW GOOD ENOUGH FOR NOW:Instagram LinkedIn Facebook CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com    

Feel stuck lost or anxious?  You are not alone.   In this episode of Good Enough for Now, spiritual medium and wayfinder Erika Gabriel shares the story of how she found her career path, and what she’s learned about removing blocks along the way to help others connect to their purpose.    A firm believer in the power that exists within each of us, Erika has developed a set of online resources and teaching materials designed to empower individuals on their spiritual path called “The Way”. In this comprehensive, four-week online course, Erika’s teachings provide powerful tools for connecting to Spirit and moving from a state of “stuckness” to one of alignment and empowerment.   Tune in to hear Erika discuss how to create a connection to your inner life, get specific on the reasons standing in your way, and how to move forward. Connect to Erika and learn more about "The Way" here.   SHOWNOTES + TRANSCRIPT FOLLOW GOOD ENOUGH FOR NOW:Instagram LinkedIn Facebook CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com    

In this bonus episode, Devi Vallabhaneni joins Good Enough For Now as we explore how a creative life can blend with your professional one. She is the January/February 2023 artist exhibit at Sarah Gormley Gallery in Columbus, Ohio. Tune in the be inspired by Devi’s discovery of her creativity how she brought innovation to a traditional craft based on her business confidence, and how not having a plan led her to success. View Devi's artwork and current exhibit at SGG. SHOWNOTES + TRANSCRIPT FOLLOW GOOD ENOUGH FOR NOW:Instagram LinkedIn Facebook CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com    

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, Sarah Gormley, owner of Sarah Gormley Gallery shares with us her story from being an overachiever to overjoyed. Sarah enjoyed a successful marketing career with global brands before a family health crisis nudged her to take a year off during which she began to evaluate her life, career and relationships. A recovering overachiever, Sarah took on therapy, self-reflection and relocation and boosted her self-worth. She opened her art gallery, found love, began writing a memoir and hasn’t looked back since. Tune in to hear Sarah share openly and honestly about what it looks like to pivot in life, take risks, and leave it all behind for the possibility of something greater than you imagined.  We talked about: Change can happen from unexpected circumstances if you’re open to it. Practicing inner work to instill a sense of worthiness Taking risks, trying resources like therapy, and believing in yourself Recognizing when it’s time to let something go and lean into greater possibilities  How to foster lifelong friendships and own what you bring to the table SHOWNOTES + TRANSCRIPT FOLLOW GOOD ENOUGH FOR NOW:Instagram LinkedIn Facebook CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we hear from author and podcaster Jenny Blake about creating better systems in life and business to enable free time for creating the life you imagine. Jenny discusses tips from her award-winning book, Free Time: Lose the Busywork, Love Your Business.  Tune in to learn how to create more flow and less friction in your daily life, and how to use burnout and frustration as an opportunity to redesign how you structure your time to build the life you want. Three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Find a heart-centered approach to run your business and your life Discover ways to design a framework to free your time and reboot your momentum Learn how to build systems that reduce stress and frenzy when the inevitable roadblock appears SHOWNOTES + TRANSCRIPT FOLLOW GOOD ENOUGH FOR NOW:Instagram LinkedIn Facebook CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we chat with public speaker, performer and founder of The New Quo, Christina Blacken. Christina shares her wisdom on the value of enhancing our narrative intelligence - the power of storytelling to change behavior. Through self-reflection and intentional reasoning, Christina shares how we can strengthen the ability to delineate the narratives that prolong inequity and systems of oppression.  We can then  consciously choose to rewrite these stories to ones of collaboration, creativity, and innovation in order to make positive change. Tune in to hear Christina’s tips on how to strengthen critical thinking skills, build healthy habits around social media, and transform your life by centering your values and increasing your narrative intelligence. Three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Discover how to curate information and strengthen your historical knowledge to limit overstimulation and enable positive change Learn how both story and value audits help to clarify what is important to you Explore how to find hope and personal power when it feels impossible SHOWNOTES + TRANSCRIPT FOLLOW GOOD ENOUGH FOR NOW: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we hear from Lindsay Recknell, president and CEO of Paradigm Corporate Wellness, Inc. As a life-long learner, Lindsay strives to know more when the answers aren’t all there. When met with burnout from managing mental health and addiction on the home front, and overworking herself in high-demand jobs, she set out to research what was going on, and what she could do about it. She found hope.  Lindsay is on a mission to share the science of hope with others. She shares how to cultivate habits of hope in our lives that sustain us for the long run ultimately nourishing our level of success in all aspects of life. With hope, comes action, comes change.Tune in to hear how Lindsay is bringing the hope she’s cultivated in her life into the sphere of corporate businesses, and in her podcasts to normalize the conversation around mental health so that we may all live more free and positive lives, together. Three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Learn how to create life-sustaining goals that cultivate hope and habit Discover how organizations are normalizing the conversation around mental health in the workspace  Delineate the difference between hope and optimism   Follow and subscribe to Good Enough For Now Check out the show notes for this episode here Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram  

Happy 2023 - a special Season 1 recap episode of Good Enough For Now! In this episode, we recap interview guest answers to the question, "What does Good Enough For Now mean to you?". Tune in to hear their answers. SHOWNOTES + TRANSCRIPT: goodenoughfornowpod.com FOLLOW GOOD ENOUGH FOR NOW: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we talk with Toby Amidor, the founder of Toby Amidor Nutrition,  where she provides nutrition and food safety consulting services for individuals, restaurants and food brands. She is a Wall Street Journal bestselling cookbook author and has 9 published cookbooks.  Tune in to learn more about allowing yourself to discover your passion, reinventing balance between your family and work life, and instilling a shared sense of responsibility in your children. Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Experiment with new ideas to discover your passion.  Be open to reinventing balance between your career and family life Instill a sense of shared responsibility in your children Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram.  Check out the show notes for this episode here. 

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we turn the microphone on co-host Harper Spero and preview the next season of the show. Harper Spero is the founder of Made Visible, a 100-episode podcast that amplifies stories of people living with or affected by invisible illness. She facilitates writing classes for the Made Visible community and works with companies to create inclusivity and connection for their employees living with invisible illnesses through content, community, classes and workshops. Tune in to learn more! Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: How your sense of identity shifts and changes throughout your life Recognize the value of sharing stories that are reflective of your own Find self alignment by tuning in to your health Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram.  Check out the show notes for this episode here. 

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we hear from Devan Sandiford, a published writer and four-time New York City Moth StorySLAM champion, about using the power of spoken word that eventually empowered him to reveal truths hidden by silence over family trauma, and begin new chapters in his life. Tune in to learn more about the positive impact of choosing not to hide anymore, being your honest and vulnerable self, and how protecting others from the truth is not always the most effective way to love someone.  Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Explore the freedom that comes with being open and vulnerable How to show up as yourself and be okay with uncomfortable conversations Recognize that protecting others isn't necessarily the most effective way to love someone and keep them from harm Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram.  Check out the show notes for this episode here. 

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we hear from Megan Hellerer, founder of Coaching for Underfulfilled Overachievers and the author of the forthcoming book, Directional Living: The Underfulfilled Overachievers Guide to Work and Life. She talks about her journey through shifting her life path from being “achievement ambitious” to “process oriented.” Tune in to hear Megan explain that your curiosity can create more impact in your life, tips to figure out where to place your focus, and how to get out of your head and into your body. Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: The value of paying attention to what feels right for you in the moment as a way to make decisions  How embracing curiosity is more impactful than figuring out your life purpose Learn to become “directional” rather than “destinational”    Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram.  Check out the show notes for this episode here. 

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we hear from Amanda Thebe, Canada’s first menopause coach and educator, about her journey through perimenopause and how she mobilized her experience to enlighten and alleviate the transition for all women. Get informed and learn how to advocate for yourself or other women you know as they move through this universally experienced yet poorly informed stage in their lives.  Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Open your eyes about menopause, a life transition shared by all women. Discover how to discern information from disinformation about symptoms associated with perimenopause and menopause. Learn how to take control of the process to suffer less as you navigate confusing symptoms. Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram.  Check out the show notes for this episode here. 

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, serial entrepreneur, business, and community leader Nathan Ryan talks to us about the importance of authentic culture at work, in his community and how his values steer his inner compass.  Nathan is the CEO of Blue Sky Partners, an Austin-based national consulting firm. Tune in to hear Nathan talk candidly about how he centers humanity in his work, his mental health, and how he’s radically redefined what success and leadership mean to him.   Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Learn how to recenter the humanity of culture in the workplace  Hear tips on how to build healthy, lasting business partnerships with friends  Deconstruct the stigma against men speaking out about mental health Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram.  Check out the show notes for this episode here. 

Trigger Warning:  This episode discusses self-harm and suicidal ideation.  In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we talk with entrepreneur and author, Melissa Bernstein, about her experience overcoming existential depression, how she found salvation from that darkness, and ways she brings her creativity and light into the world to help others. After running her toy business, Melissa & Doug for 30 years, Melissa founded Lifelines, an organization whose mission it is change the conversation around mental well-being and inspire individuals to live a more authentic, grounded, and joyful life.Tune in to hear more about Melissa’s journey to self-acceptance, embracing rejection, and tips for finding balance in the face of extremes. Three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Transform and channel your inner darkness and struggles into light Embrace the role rejection plays on your journey to self-acceptance and authenticity Create balance in your life in the face of extremes Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram.  Check out the show notes for this episode here. 

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, creator and co-founder Rebekah Bastian walks us through how creativity, community, and entrepreneurship have shaped her path and oriented her identity.  After publishing her book, Blaze Your Own Trail, Rebekah decided to leave her corporate executive job at Zillow to co-found OwnTrail, a revolutionary authentic social platform.  Tune in now to hear how the various steps along her winding, non-linear path have led her to achieve authentic connections and empowerment.  Three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Discover another way of telling the story of your life journey Realize how to unapologetically own every step in your story and path Empower yourself by witnessing and participating in collective authenticity Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram.  Check out the show notes for this episode here. 

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we hear from entrepreneur Megan Flatt about how the impact of life stage and external forces shifted her priorities. As a result, she’s transformed her approach to work; choosing to focus on impact over productivity. Devoted to making entrepreneurship easier, ​​Megan launched Let's Collective, a business growth strategy firm. Tune in to hear more about her new brand, Focus Sessions, a membership and science-backed virtual coworking group for productivity and accountability, and get tips on how to build and sustain your own advisory board.  Three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Transform the relationship you have between your time and productivity  Learn how to optimize networking to build your own advisory board Give yourself the liberty of making the decision to not make any decisions Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram.  Check out the show notes for this episode here. 

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, recovering overachiever and professional friend-maker Baily Hancock discusses her decision to step away from entrepreneurship, how community has been the cornerstone of her life, and how she’s redefining freedom in this new phase in her life.  After running her own business, Collaboration Consulting, for five years, Baily stepped away from entrepreneurship and went back in-house as Community Strategist at Mighty Networks. Tune in to hear Baily’s tips for acquiring a supportive community and about how she’s channeling her existential crisis into a new, “chill” endeavor, Ambition Recovery Club.  Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Discover the key to growing supportive communities  Learn how to set healthy boundaries at every phase of your life Redefine the relationships you have between your ambition, value, and freedom Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram.  Check out the show notes for this episode here. 

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we chat with interior designer Laurence Sevy about how she has managed to stay true to herself as she navigates living, working, and raising a child as a Non-Jewish Parisian in Tel Aviv.  Her various passions in design, spirituality, and mindfulness culminated in her opening Quietly, an interior design and event styling studio serving other tranquility seekers.  Tune in to hear her discuss the identity crisis that ensued after she became a mother, why she eventually decided against converting to Judaism, and how she’s been able to reconcile the conflicting parts of her individuality throughout it all. Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Learn how to stay true to your identity in a different culture  Witness the power that follows having an open mindset and approach on life  Discover how to reconcile the disparate parts of your identity after becoming a parent Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram.  Check out the show notes for this episode here. 

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we chat with Dr. Akilah Cadet, about how she navigates the work of her firm, Change Cadet and the facts of her life: dismantling white supremacy while managing chronic pain and disability.  As a young Black woman, Dr. Cadet experienced judgment, "isms", and numerous barriers in the workplace. As a result, she started Change Cadet, to provide companies and brands with services that support anti-racism, diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging (DEIB) including executive coaching, strategic planning, facilitation, and crisis recovery. Tune in to hear Dr. Cadet explain how Black women are saving the world, tangible steps you can take to dismantle white supremacy in your daily life, and how Dr. Cadet mobilizes her “isms” to create a more equitable and just future. Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Realize the importance of intersectionality Redefine your relationship to your disability to one of celebration  Discover how you can work toward dismantling white supremacy in your daily life Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram.  Check out the show notes for this episode here. 

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, EvolveMe founders Judy Schoenberg and Linda Lautenberg walk us through their career trajectories, pivots, and relaunches to show us how they’ve been able to cultivate a community of support, accountability, and inspiration.  After building out a program for women returning to work in the social impact sector, career-pivoter Judy and career-relauncher Linda realized the need for programming developed for the specific needs of women at mid-life. They founded EvolveMe as a way to help mid-career women kick-start their career transformation through curated programming and support from each other.  Tune in to hear how Judy and Linda have mobilized their complementary differences to create a partnership that fuels a robust community of women toward empowerment and success.  EvolveMe is offering two generous opportunities for listeners of Good Enough For Now: Sign up for the next Reinvention Collective and save $500 off of tuition with the promo code special. Apply here. Or, if you’re not ready to take that leap, sign up for a free 1:1 Breakthrough Session with Judy and Linda to determine if their programs are a fit for you here Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Identify the transferable skills you may not even realize you have in your toolkit  Discover the transformative nature of an empowering community of  accountability  Reinstall the confidence you need to make a change in your career, regardless of where you are in life Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram Here. Check out the show notes for this episode. 

In this episode of Good Enough For Now, author and parent Ruthie Ackerman talks candidly about the power of using your voice and the complicated, internalized shame that has colored her journey to becoming a mother. Ruthie Ackerman is an award-winning journalist and writer who has worked with hundreds of writers, at all levels, to unearth the story beneath their stories and help shape the mess and muck of their lives into tales they’re proud to tell.  Tune in to hear about the new book Ruthie is working on, where she questions preconceived notions of motherhood and works to eliminate the shame that characterized her experience, and the experience of many women, in becoming a parent. Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Hear a candid account on the complicated journey to parenthood and how it affects your understanding of self  Unravel the internalized shame that surrounds not having it all figured out  Discover the reality women who undergo fertility preservation face Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram. Check out the show notes for this episode here. 

In this episode of Good Enough For Now, we talk to career coach, entrepreneur, and parent, Goly Anvary as she shares her personal and professional transformation from corporate marketer to professional mentor and the strategies she’s adopted to ensure her career choice is in alignment with her authentic self.   Goly Anvary is the Founder and CEO of Core Create Advisors and has mentored leaders for over twenty years as a business executive, coach, advisor, and board member across a range of industries. Tune into this episode to unlock how you can push yourself out of a cycle of fear and into  curiosity that opens up a world of reflection, choice, and alignment.  Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Learn how to step into curiosity about your life and career, and leave behind fear and  negative self-talk. Transform your relationship to choice into a daily practice. Optimize the alignment between your career and your authentic self. Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram  Check out the show notes for this episode. 

In this episode of Good Enough For Now, entrepreneur Gesche Haas gets personal about her career trajectory and how she’s been able to refine her internal compass toward personal fulfillment, community, and success.  Gesche Haas is the Founder/CEO of Dreamers & Doers, a private collective and diverse ecosystem that amplifies extraordinary entrepreneurial women through PR opportunities, authentic connection, and high-impact resources. Dreamers & Doers has built a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem of over 34,000 women globally. Tune in to hear how Gesche was able to identify her kryptonite, reframe her differences as superpowers, and how she broke free from a traditional path that didn’t serve her into one that aligned with her values.  Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Uncover the importance of checking in with yourself   Discover journaling techniques that encourage you to tap into your intuition and strengthen your internal compass  Learn the power of reframing your differences as superpowers  Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram. Check out the show notes from this episode.

In this episode of Good Enough For Now, we talk to the face behind the revolutionary Twitter account DKNYPRgirl and award-winning author Aliza Licht about spontaneity, accountability, and the importance of staying true to yourself as you navigate life.  Aliza is the founder and president of LEAVE YOUR MARK, a multimedia brand that focuses on professional and personal brand marketing and development.  Tune into this episode to hear first-hand how Aliza marries her intuition with accountability to achieve happiness, success, and fulfillment in her personal and professional life. Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Discover how to refine your spontaneity and passion with goal-oriented accountability.  Gain the confidence to take that leap forward (or back) in your career. Learn how to give yourself the freedom to tap into your intuition to guide your career decisions.  Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram. Check out the show notes from this episode. 

In this episode of Good Enough For Now, we talk with recruiter, career coach, and cancer survivor Tiffany Dyba about her career trajectory, her breast cancer diagnosis, and the lessons she’s learned about the value of time along the way.  After working over a decade in recruitment offices in the healthcare and fashion industries, Tiffany is now a dedicated career coach and consultant who helps people realize their professional calling and works with organizations to identify and attract top talent.   Tune into this episode to hear first-hand how Tiffany has redefined her relationship to time management, idealized control, and the value of self-worth as she embarks on her 40th year of life.  Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Enhance the value you place on your time and in yourself. Learn how to overcome imposter syndrome. Find reassurance to take the next step forward (or back) in your career. Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram. Check out the show notes from this episode. 

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we chat with author, entrepreneur, and money coach Ashley Feinstein Gerstley about her personal journey toward financial wellness and how to reframe our relationships and understanding of budgeting, mentorship, and negotiating.  Ashely is the founder of The Fiscal Femme and has just released her new book Financial Adulting, where she details everything you need to know to be a financial confident and conscious adult. Her first book, The 30-Day Money Cleanse , is a practical guide to take control of your finances, manage your spending, and de-stress your money for good. Tune in to hear about Ashley’s journey through the world of finance and learn skills and strategies you can adopt to take full control of your finances.  Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Deconstruct the stigma that surrounds talking about money and finances.  Learn to reframe and master your negotiation and budgeting skills.  Eliminate the limiting beliefs that are holding you back from achieving financial wellness.  Follow Good Enough For Now on Instagram. Check out the show notes from this episode. 

Looking for a moment to get out of your head and dig in to relatable stories of reinvention?  Welcome to Good Enough For Now: a podcast aimed at dismantling perfectionism one interview at a time. Join us to hear stories from the chapters of life that usually go untold. Hosted by Stephanie Kruse.  Follow and subscribe on Apple Podcasts! www.goodenoughfornowpod.com

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, Lauren Demarest shares her leap-of-faith business idea that came to fruition and is thriving. She wanted to book exercise classes while on vacation in Greece and couldn’t find an easy way to do that. So she created it.   Lauren shares how she manages her inner critic as someone who doesn’t speak the language where she runs her business and how being aware of her limits has helped her grow personally and professionally. She’s even built a sister business through the process. Our conversation touches on trusting our gut instincts, defining our own version of success, creating inclusive spaces and community for all, and being the first to discover a unique niche.   Listen in to hear more and get inspired to put your own internal nay-sayer to rest.   What We Cover In This Episode:   Taking a leap of faith from frustration, identifying the need, and taking risks to begin a company. Struggling with your inner critic and mental health challenges while building a business and finding the coping mechanisms to help. Going on a journey of self-discovery and redefining success along the way. Building a community in the wellness industry and making fitness more inclusive and welcoming to everyone. Why trusting your gut instinct is so important.   Resources:   Sweat Vacay Follow Sweat Vacay on Instagram Follow Sweat Vacay on Facebook Follow Sweat Vacay on Twitter Connect with Sweat Vacay on LinkedIn Plan for Success, Run Your Own Race with Cate Luzio   About Lauren Demarest:   Lauren Demarest’s professional background is in advertising. She earned her MFA from the Savannah College of Art and Design and worked as a creative at McCann New York for 8 years before starting her companies and making the move to Mykonos.   Sweat Vacay launched its Mykonos, Greece locations in 2019 with yoga, Pilates, and spin classes taught by elite global trainers. Each class is set in a tranquil outdoor setting so guests can take in the natural beauty. It has now grown into a luxury retreat and wellness facility consulting business with retreats throughout Greece, Italy, Austria, France, England, and Costa Rica.    In 2020 Lauren launched Sweat Booker - making it free to list a gym, studio, class or wellness experience online; giving fit-pros in emerging markets tools they otherwise might not be able to afford. Designed as a competitor to ClassPass and MINDBODY, Sweat Booker is a wellness discovery, booking, and payment processing platform that is inclusive and supports small businesses and individuals. 

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, Georgina Moore discusses her transition from successful book publicist to fiction author and how she found inspiration for her first novel within her own life and her own reading passions.   Georgina shares the vulnerability needed in becoming an author and having her friends and colleagues read and review her book. She also shares her own version of time and where she found space in her life as a mother, partner, and professional to write her book. Our conversation touches on themes of transition, curiosity, creating space for oneself, and the joys and challenges of pursuing a new career path mid-life.   Listen in to hear more, as well as a little bit of dish on the publishing industry.   What We Cover In This Episode:   Georgina’s background in publishing as a book publicist and working with celebrities such as Hillary Clinton and Lauren Bacall. The challenges of transitioning from a corporate career to writing and the importance of having a plan B in mid-life. The process of writing and publishing her debut novel, set on the Isle of Wight, and the vulnerability she experienced receiving (and anticipating) critiques from editors and authors. Creating strong, relatable characters in her family saga novel and the importance of depicting women in their 30s and beyond. Balancing writing and promotion of her book, and the concept of "good enough" in striving for success as an author and a mother. The advantages of being older and established in her career, and the opportunities for women to share their stories and experiences in the publishing industry.   Resources:   Preorder The Garnett Girls from Bookshop Preorder The Garnett Girls from Amazon Follow Georgina on Instagram Follow Georgina on Twitter Connect with Georgina on LinkedIn   About Georgina Moore:   Georgina Moore grew up in London and lives on a houseboat on the River Thames with her partner, two children, and Bomber, the Border Terrier. The Garnett Girls is her first novel and is set on the Isle of Wight, where Georgina and her family have a holiday houseboat called Sturdy.

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we hear from Anne Pillsbury, a certified coach and midlife reinventor, about her own experience with reinventing herself. From mom of four to 45-year-old intern to entrepreneur and a few other stops in between, Anne has a lot of experience with reinventing herself. The trick has been reinvention in a way that aligns with her values and the vision she has for herself and her career.   Anne has done a lot of work on herself through this process, work that has allowed her to be a better parent and partner. And along the way, she’s learned that letting go of control is the best way to allow those around you to thrive. In this episode, we talk about self compassion, trusting yourself, letting go of control, and remembering your vision and your purpose.   Listen in to hear more, including how Anne’s changing roles at home and work helped her kids to show up for themselves.   WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE:   How sometimes our best intentions in helping our kids can hold them back   Why pivoting or starting over, even multiple times, can lead to the best version of yourself   The power of knowing your vision in values in crafting a life and career you thrive in   How Anne deals with the isolation of going from an in-person work environment to working from home   What made the biggest impact in how Anne’s career shifted over the years   RESOURCES:   Anne Pillsbury Coaching   Follow Anne on Instagram   Follow Anne on Facebook   Connect with Anne on LinkedIn   Follow us on Instagram   Connect with the podcast on LinkedIn   Follow us on Facebook   WHAT GOOD ENOUGH FOR NOW MEANS TO ANNE PILLSBURY:   I feel like remembering and knowing that I'm good enough for now is kind of my mantra for life that I need to repeat that again and again and again. And to know that I am enough and that trying to control and be perfect doesn't serve me or anybody else. Good enough for now is how we make things happen in our lives and get into action and create and unlock a million possibilities.   ABOUT ANNE PILLSBURY: Anne Pillsbury is an ICF-certified coach, midlife reinventor, and host of Pivot On Purpose Live. She helps women who want to launch a new chapter get to the heart of what’s keeping them stuck so they can push the reset button and create a meaningful life.   Combining 10 years of work and study in coaching, psychology, and communications with her insatiable curiosity, and uncanny ability to connect, Anne champions, challenges, and empowers. She helps women to let go of thinking and behavioral patterns that undermine their biggest goals and aspirations and start making bold choices toward what they truly want.   Anne serves women through her private coaching program, the Meant for More Method, as well as in masterminds and high-touch in-person retreats. You can also catch her weekly on her live stream, Pivot on Purpose, where she features women reclaiming their magic and power in midlife. Or you can follow her on LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook where you’ll see pictures of her traveling the world with her 4 kids (spanning from teens to young adults) as she fully lives (and enjoys!) this mid-life chapter.   CONTACT US:   info@gefnstudios.com

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we hear from Paul Sullivan, founder of Company of Dads, a community dedicated to men who are the go-to parent for their families. Paul is on a mission to normalize conversations at work about leveling the playing field for parents—at home and the office. Some dads want to be the Lead Dad, yet don’t feel comfortable talking about it at work and don’t feel welcome into primary-parent communities that usually cater to moms. Paul wants to change this starting inside the workplace.   At least some flexibility in work is important to all families, and many organizations are losing top talent because they’re trying to go back to pre-2020 norms. In this episode, Paul shares why the 9 to 5 construct doesn’t work and how to structure your day differently, why he doesn’t miss his former role as a New York Times columnist, why he’s chosen to focus on changing organizations from the inside, and how working parents, both men and women, can support one another.    Listen in to hear more, including a sad story of a top doctor who had to lie about work meetings to get to watch his kids play sports. We can do better.    RESOURCES:   The Company of Dads The Company of Dads Newsletter Fair Play by Eve Rodsky The Fair Play Deck: A Couple’s Conversation Deck for Prioritizing What’s Important Parent Nation: Unlocking Every Child’s Potential, Fulfilling Society’s Promise by Dana Suskind, MD   ABOUT PAUL SULLIVAN:   Sullivan is the founder of The Company of Dads, the first platform media company and community platform dedicated to Lead Dads - those men who are the go-to parents whether they work full time, part time or devote all their time to their families, while also supporting their spouses or partners in their careers. Prior to founding The Company of Dads, Paul was a journalist for 25 years, the majority of that time at The New York Times.   Follow us on Instagram Connect with the podcast on LinkedIn Follow us on Facebook   CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com  

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we hear from Nadia Tatlow, CEO of Shift, a software company that’s built to help people create simplicity in their lives so they have more space to grow. Born from an organization that values innovation and creativity, Nadia leads Shift in the same way, encouraging teammates to have fun with their work and keep an open mind when challenges inevitably arise.   Nadia was prepared for leadership during her childhood, moving a number of times, both internationally and cross-country. Over time, she adapted to new environments and found her place by figuring things out as she went along and leaning on competitive sports. Today, she’s a mover in a different way, kicking perfection to the curb as she seeks her own definition of success.   Tune in to hear how goals and motivation change over time, how Nadia learned to be more reflective, and what the biggest needle-mover has been in her leadership.   WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE:   How to lean into lived experiences to be an adaptable and agile leader Why strengths can become our Achilles heel and how to repurpose them into opportunities The value of a differentiated team and how to use that as a driving force to move the organization forward How Nadia slows down and and keeps herself grounded  How Nadia and her company were able to pivot and rebuild without losing momentum   RESOURCES:   Connect with Nadia on LinkedIn Visit the Shift website Follow us on Instagram Connect with the podcast on LinkedIn Follow us on Facebook   CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com  

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we hear from Nicole Smith, who founded a company to help us visually capture all the chapters of life--from hometown moments, memorable vacations and everything in between. In the midst of a business slowdown during the pandemic, Nicole found the opportunity to step back and get really clear on the mission for moving forward.   In business and in life, it’s tempting to want to go and do, grow and scale, but taking the time to look at what matters most is what brings more joy to every chapter. In this episode, Nicole shares what this looks like for her at home, with one child off to college and another just a few years behind. And she talks about how she created a business foundation and culture that’s inclusive and supportive for a global team.   Tune in to hear more about leaning on curiosity, planting the right seeds, and why testing and iteration in business works.   SHOWNOTES + TRANSCRIPT   WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE: What it’s like to be in transition in every part of life and how to hang onto what truly matters. It’s okay to not have all the answers; just get started. How to start a business from a great idea, without expertise in the industry. Some of the secrets to building a culture of inclusion and care in a global, remote organization. How to choose to create the business culture you want, in the face of pressure to grow. What Nicole does to help her stay grounded over time. RESOURCES: Flytographer Follow Flytographer on Instagram Connect with Nicole on LinkedIn   FOLLOW GOOD ENOUGH FOR NOW: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook   CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com  

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, we hear from Kira Ballotta, a finance professional-turned-winemaker whose curiosity led her to volunteer for a local winemaker on the weekends. Learning more about the clients she was working with ended up launching her into entrepreneurship.   Once Kira got her hands dirty and learned the science behind making wine, she discovered ways to bring her passion, giving back to the community, into her winemaking so the long start-up runway felt more fulfilling to her. Along the way, Kira also became a parent and found herself struggling to manage her time at home and at work.   Tune in to hear Kira share about how she balances early motherhood with a demanding schedule and why telling women’s stories is an integral part of her wine labels.   SHOWNOTES + TRANSCRIPT   WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE:   How experimenting with our work can lead to more creativity   How motherhood shaped Kira’s shift to entrepreneurship   What’s helped Kira measure her version of success   How Kira’s wine labels help to elevate women’s stories   Secrets to setting yourself apart in the crowded wine industry   RESOURCES:   Olivia Brion Wine   Cantadora Wine   Follow Kira on Instagram (Olivia Brion and Cantadora)   Call or email Kira for a wine tasting and the history of wine   FOLLOW GOOD ENOUGH FOR NOW: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook   CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com  

In this episode of Good Enough for Now, Maggie Bullock shares some behind the scenes from her new book and what it was like to go from being a city dweller in a busy editorial career to living and working in a rural area as a mom to two young children.   Maggie talks about her book, The Kingdom of Prep: The Rise and (Near) Fall of J.Crew, and the story behind it and the life it took through her research and writing. She approached the project from a state of curiosity and it helped her to make sense of the struggle that IS book writing and publishing.    Maggie also talks about her journey in a busy (and stressful!) editorial role in fashion journalism in New York City to working from home with her two young children. Though feeling isolated, especially in the height of the pandemic, Maggie found a way to connect and create a passion project that allows her to feed her interests and share other women’s stories.   Tune in to hear more about Maggie’s journey in authorship and entrepreneurship, and get a little bit of a dish on the fashion industry.   SHOWNOTES + TRANSCRIPT   WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE: How she got to the point of writing a book after years at Vogue and Elle How she dealt with the struggle of potentially being defined by one story in her professional life, and how she redefined it How women’s stories of career success and reinvention are vital to understanding our own path Maggie’s biggest challenge when writing about the same topic for three years How to create a team and collaboration for yourself when you work alone Why she went from living and working “in the city” to a happy resident of rural Massachusetts   RESOURCES:   The Kingdom of Prep: The Inside Story of the Rise and (Near) Fall of J.Crew by Maggie Bullock   The Spread   Learn more about Maggie Bullock    Follow Maggie on Instagram   Connect with Maggie on LinkedIn   FOLLOW GOOD ENOUGH FOR NOW: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook   CONTACT US: info@gefnstudios.com