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Working Hard, Hardly Working

Ep. 74 Why We Can’t Always Have It All And What To Do About It With Laura Jackson

Feb 12, 2024
Laura Jackson, founder, TV presenter, side hustler, and mother of three, discusses the 'working mother paradox' and finding balance in a non-linear career. She opens up about her experience with ante-natal depression and shares insights on perseverance, taking action, and finding fulfillment in work. The discussion also touches on the challenges of fundraising, juggling motherhood, embracing differences, and having strength of self.
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Quick takeaways

  • Balancing the roles of a founder and a mother can be challenging, but it is possible to find joy amidst the chaos.
  • Taking risks and saying yes to different opportunities can lead to a successful and non-linear career path.

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Struggles of being a founder and mother

The podcast episode delves into the challenges faced by Laura Jackson, a founder and mother. She opens up about the struggles she has faced in balancing her role as a founder and a mother, including tough experiences during pregnancy and the guilt that comes with not always being able to do everything.

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