TranscendWithM

Finding Balance: Juggling Work and Family with Monica Danaher


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Monica grew up nearby in Natick, Massachusetts, and obtained a bachelor’s degree in business management and marketing. In addition, she holds a Massachusetts Cosmetology License as well as a Massachusetts Real Estate License, after she graduated from college, immediately wasn't sure what avenue to pursue.  Soon after, her passion for cosmetology led her to pursue a career as a hairstylist and makeup artist. After working in the beauty industry, she sought to find a career that was more geared towards her business management and marketing training, and in her search, she was lucky enough to find a position managing a childcare center. Her role as assistant director allowed her to leverage business skills and people skills and gave her the flexibility to be with her children every day. 


Episode Highlights:


  • Growing up in Natick, Massachusetts. (1:59)
  • Working as a teacher at an early childhood center. (4:14)
  • How to pivot and learn how to work within your household to succeed. (6:24)
  • Finding the balance between work and family time. (11:26)
  • Women’s Business League was something that just fell into her lap. (13:31)
  • What message of empowerment do you have for women listening? (15:28)
  • Why you need to have a new connection with your clients first. (20:06)
  • Who has been a big influence in her life and why? (22:57)
  • What’s a book that has been life-changing for you? (25:43)

  • Key Takeaway:


    "We can feel safe and secure, confident, and able to work together toward a common objective when we have trust. Building connections is a natural byproduct of developing trust; for me, relationships are more about having common ground with other people's thoughts, goals, viewpoints, and beliefs."


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