In this inspiring episode of Love, Saranghae, we sit down with Amanda and Phil, owners of Grind Media Group, as they pull back the curtain on what it really looks like to build a thriving business and a fulfilling life together. From raising a family and running a marketing agency to living part-time in Portugal, they share how they’ve intentionally crafted a lifestyle that prioritizes love, freedom, and authenticity.

You’ll hear the raw truth about balancing marriage and entrepreneurship, the boundaries that keep work and love from blurring too far, and why success isn’t always about the money, it’s about time, energy, and joy. Whether you're a business owner, parent, or someone craving more purpose and alignment, this episode is your permission slip to design a life that actually fits you.

Follow along on their journey on Instagram: @ThatTorontoMom and @GrindSocialMedia 

 Key Takeaways:

• Amanda is a serial entrepreneur and bestselling author; Phil is an award-winning creative director.
• They split their year between Canada and Portugal, living abroad for three months each summer.
• They believe success is rooted in intention, not just ambition.
• The “Parachute Theory” is their mindset for taking risks and leaping before they feel ready.
• Running a business as a couple takes boundaries, communication, and sometimes… a code word.
• Flexibility in work hours fuels their creativity and productivity.
• Family always comes first, and they schedule business around it, not the other way around.
• They challenge the traditional definition of success, choosing connection and freedom over hustle.
• Authenticity is their superpower: in marriage, in parenting, and in business.
• Wealth isn’t just financial, it’s measured in time, love, and shared experience.

Timestamps:
00:00  Meet Amanda & Phil: Partners in Life & Business
01:29  Why Portugal? The Backstory of a Dream Summer
06:24  Ambition vs. Freedom: Crafting a Life That Fits
12:02  Jump Before You’re Ready: The Parachute Theory
16:14  Work-Life Balance with Kids Abroad
21:54   Flexible Hours = Better Business
23:47   Marriage & Entrepreneurship: How They Make It Work
25:04   Boundaries That Save the Relationship
30:08   Redefining Success as More Than Money
33:24   The Power of Authenticity in Brand & Life
41:52   Final Thoughts: You Get to Choose the Life You Build

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