January 28, 2025

Balancing Chaos: Leading with Heart and Hustle in Senior Living with Amy Silva-Magalhaes - Chief Operating Officer at Bristal Assisted Living

29 minutes

Welcome back to Connecting the Dots: Senior Living Success! In this episode, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with my friend and one of the brightest lights in the senior living industry, Amy Silva-Magalhaes, Chief Operating Officer at Bristal Assisted Living. Over the course of our conversation, Amy shares her incredible journey from a hospitality career to becoming a dynamic leader in senior living—and all the life lessons she’s picked up along the way.

Amy dives into what it’s like to juggle the chaos of a demanding leadership role with the joy (and challenges) of motherhood. She opens up about her philosophy of “swaying” rather than striving for the mythical work-life balance, and how she keeps things grounded with self-care routines that actually work. Spoiler alert: it’s not all spa days—sometimes, it’s just about asking your kids what matters most that week.

We also talk about the power of authenticity in leadership. Amy shares why staying true to your personal brand is key, how to trust your gut (even when people doubt it), and why celebrating both professional and personal wins can help you stay the course. Her insights are raw, relatable, and packed with practical advice for anyone navigating the twists and turns of leadership and life.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

Amy’s unconventional path into senior living and the pivotal moments that shaped her career.

Her approach to finding harmony between career and family—even if it means catching a 6 a.m. ferry every week!

The role of self-care and curiosity in becoming a kick-ass leader and parent.

How to embrace imperfection, learn from setbacks, and inspire others to thrive.

Whether you’re a seasoned senior living professional or someone looking for inspiration to balance it all, this conversation will leave you motivated and smiling. Trust me, Amy’s energy and insights are not to be missed.

Thank you, Amy, for joining me and for all the heart and hustle you bring to this industry. You’re one of a kind, and it was an honor to finally have you on the podcast.

If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to rate, review, and share it with someone who could use a little inspiration in their day. And as always, thanks for tuning in!

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