Episode 7: Startup Juggling, Ruthless Prioritization, & Life at 3X Speed with Elaine Zelby

Elaine Zelby is the co-founder of Tofu, a former mechanical engineer, and a mom of two. Her husband is also a startup founder, so yes—they’re building two companies and raising two kids at the same time.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Ruthless prioritization as a founder and parent
• Living life at 3x speed (literally)
• Why she shut down her podcast and newsletter to focus
• The dream of starting a maker camp for adults
• The best career advice she gives to anyone early in their journey

Elaine’s energy is contagious, her ideas are endless, and her perspective on work and life is refreshingly honest.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(02:17) Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship

(03:16) Daily routine and time management

(06:14) Unplugging and hobbies

(08:16) Wood and metal crafting

(11:17) Newsletter and business ideas

(17:32) Foodie adventures and favorite spots

(20:44) Elaine gives career advice

Connect with my guest:

Elaine Zelby on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainezelby

Explore Tofu: https://www.tofuhq.com

Elaine’s “3 Things” Newsletter: https://zelby.substack.com/

Connect with me:

Kyle Lacy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylelacy/

Explore Jellyfish: https://www.jellyfish.co

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