Best of Both Worlds Podcast

Laura and Sarah share current routines (during COVID-lockdown era), and explore their emotional states, adventures in homeschooling, and more. Laura shares some great work from home tips, and in the Q&A they address a listener question related to the current era.  Skylight Frames - Skylight frames are touch-screen photo frames built for sharing -- a perfect gift for loved ones. To get $10 off your purchase of a Skylight frame, just go to skylightframe.com/BEST and enter code BEST at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle P. King is the director of diversity and inclusion at Netflix, and she has just published a book (The Fix, out earlier this month) about overcoming the barriers women face at work. Laura and Sarah are fans -- of both Netflix & overcoming barriers! -- so they were thrilled to host Michelle on the show. Michelle exposes some of the common barriers and shares her strategies for going beyond old methods ("women-fixing") to more innovative and inclusive solutions. All 3 share their current Netflix favorites in the 'love of the week' segment! In the Q&A, a listener asks Laura how she decides which speaking engagement and travel opportunities are worth it.Fiverr is a marketplace that helps you find the right freelance talent for your business or project. Check out Fiverr.com, and you will receive 10% off your first order with code BESTOF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this 2nd coronavirus-related bonus episode, Laura and Sarah discuss what they've been up to, and answer a listener question about division of labor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is a special "couples" edition! Dr James Turner is an anesthesiologist, a popular financially-minded physician blogger, and he's also a father of 3 young children. His wife Kristen Turner is an educator who does specialized work within the school system, and despite being a newbie to the podcasting world, she graciously agreed to come on with him! Josh (Sarah's husband) was excited and made an impromptu decision to join Sarah for part of the interview and to help introduce the episode. In the Q&A, Laura answers a listener question about in-home childcare and remote work (often from home) -- what are the advantages and downsides, and how does she make it work?  Door Dash: Download app and use promo code BESTOF for $5 off your first order of $15 or moreCapital One Walmart Rewards Card: Get 5% back at Walmart online, 2% back at Walmart stores (plus restaurants + travel!), and 1% everywhere elseFiverr is a marketplace that helps you find the right freelance talent for your business or project. Check out Fiverr.com, and you will receive 10% off your first order with code BESTOF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since we record ahead of time, we wanted to jump in and chat about what is going on with us now in these very different times. Today's episode is just a general check in; future episodes will be updates, and some more practical tips on remote work. We hope everyone stays healthy -- both physically and mentally -- during this tough stretch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Routines change -- new babies, new jobs, and even with the season! So, Sarah and Laura felt it was time to share an update on the landscape of their days. Morning routines, workday routines, evening routines, and even workout plans are discussed in this detailed account of day to day life. Then, Sarah provides an update on her prior mood issues (refer to episode 118 if you'd like) and what has really helped her. In the Q&A, a younger listener writes in asking -- "What should I do NOW before I have kids?"Better Help is a convenient online counseling resource to enable you to get help at your own pace and on your own time. Get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.com/bestofLinkedIn: Get $50 off your first job post at LinkedIn using the url LinkedIn.com/bestofCapital One Walmart Rewards Card: Get 5% back at Walmart online, 2% back at Walmart stores (plus restaurants + travel!), and 1% everywhere else Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah open with some discussion of their current reading lives -- recent good books, to-be-read lists, and more. Then, they welcome Dr. Stewart Friedman, Wharton Business School Professor and co-author (along with Alyssa Westring) of Parents Who Lead: The Leadership Approach You Need to Parent with Purpose, Fuel Your Career, and Create a Richer Life. Dr. Friedman talks about work/life integration (rather than balance) and the change he has seen (and helped bring on!) throughout his career. In the Q&A, a listener writes in her frustration with mid-day PTA meetings as a working parent. Capital One Walmart Rewards Card: Get 5% back at Walmart online, 2% back at Walmart stores (plus restaurants + travel!), and 1% everywhere else Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura & Sarah talk childcare. They also talk payroll, taxes, and considerations for selecting preschools and daycare.  Our listener question is about the popular trend of prepping for the week on Sundays.   (A brief erratum from SHU - I mistakenly said we give 2 weeks vacation plus holidays.  It's actually 3 weeks plus holidays!  Oops!) Capital One Walmart Rewards Card: Get 5% back at Walmart online, 2% back at Walmart stores (plus restaurants + travel!), and 1% everywhere else Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is devoted to sharing listener hacks. Q&A about vacation planning! Better Help is a convenient online counseling resource. Get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.com/bestof Grove Collaborative is an online marketplace that delivers all-natural home, beauty, and personal care products directly to your door. For a limited time, get a free five piece cleaning set from Mrs. Meyer's and Grove by going to grove.com/bestof and placing your firs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this fun interview episode, Laura & Sarah open by sharing their own most worthwhile splurges, and then welcome Joel and Matt from the How to Money podcast! Laura and Sarah are both fans of their show, so they were excited to have this best-friends team on to share some money advice and to discuss some of the choices they've made around work and money -- both spending and saving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.