In this episode, we explore the beauty and the difficulty of pressing pause. From the quiet streets of summer in Paris to the realities of entrepreneurship, responsibility, and creativity, we reflect on what it truly means to slow down in a world that constantly asks us to do more. Together, we discover that rest doesn't look the same for everyone, and that sometimes the smallest moments of presence can become the most transformative.

Episode Breakdown:

Intro - 00:00:00

Why Pausing Feels So Hard - 00:03:04

Resisting the Noise - 00:06:33

Redefining Rest - 00:07:44

Finding Your Own Rhythm - 00:09:44

Connect with Jane Bertch:

Website: www.janebertch.com

https://www.instagram.com/janebertch/

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Produced by Jane Bertch. Edited by Taisa Echterhoff.

Today we welcome Anne-Laure Pingreoun, founder of Alter-Projects and co-founder of the Mayfair Design District, for a conversation about curiosity, creativity, entrepreneurship, and building a life beyond expectations. From navigating cultures across France, the UK, and the US to making art more accessible and embracing failure as part of growth, we explore how courage, community, and a willingness to begin can lead to extraordinary opportunities.

Episode Breakdown:

Intro - 00:00:00

From Business to Art - 00:01:37

Building Alter - 00:09:35

Courage over fear - 00:16:59

Becoming your own role model - 22:08

Start before you're ready - 00:26:58

More information on Anne-Laure's work:

Website: https://alter-projects.com/

Connect with Jane Bertch:

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https://www.instagram.com/janebertch/

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Produced by Jane Bertch. Edited by Taisa Echterhoff.

In this episode of GenerateHER, we return to the metaphor of the Jardin Secret, your inner secret garden, to explore what it really means to grow with intention. From nurturing the right environment and community to embracing unexpected ideas, we reflect on the courage to evolve, even when the path leads somewhere entirely new. If you've been wondering whether it's time to cultivate the next version of yourself, this episode offers both inspiration and a gentle invitation to begin.

Episode Breakdown:

Intro - 00:00:00

Choosing the Right Soil - 00:06:08

Nourishing Your Garden Every Day - 00:10:32

Exploring, Pruning & Following the Fil Rouge - 00:15:16

Growth Begins with Curiosity - 00:18:38

Connect with Jane Bertch:

Website: www.janebertch.com

https://www.instagram.com/janebertch/

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Produced by Jane Bertch. Edited by Taisa Echterhoff.

In this episode of GenerateHER, we welcome Barbara Diggs - writer, entrepreneur, longtime Paris resident, and certified divorce coach. Together, we explore how life transitions, career reinvention, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal growth can lead us toward unexpected new chapters. Barbara shares how she left a successful legal career, built a life in France, embraced the challenges of starting over, and learned to turn rejection, uncertainty, and change into opportunities for growth and fulfillment.

Episode Breakdown:

Intro - 00:00:00

Barbara's fil rouge - 00:02:53

When to act - 00:07:09

Rejection, Resilience & Growth - 00:11:51

Writing the Next Chapter - 00:18:00

More information on Barbara's work:

Website: https://www.balanceddivorce.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barbaradiggswrites/

Connect with Jane Bertch:

Website: www.janebertch.com

https://www.instagram.com/janebertch/

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Produced by Jane Bertch. Edited by Taisa Echterhoff.

Creativity, growth, and reinvention rarely happen in perfect conditions. In this episode of GenerateHER, we explore why the messiness of building something new—whether it's a business, a project, or a new chapter in life—is often a sign of meaningful progress. Through reflections on creativity, experimentation, and transformation, we uncover how embracing uncertainty can lead to greater clarity, resilience, and growth.

Episode Breakdown:

Why Mess Is Part of the Process - 00:01:02

The Mess of Growth, Reinvention, and Creativity - 00:02:10

Getting Your Hands Dirty: Learning Through Action - 00:04:52

Finding Beauty in the Chaos of Creation - 00:09:34

Connect with Jane Bertch:

Website: www.janebertch.com

https://www.instagram.com/janebertch/

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Produced by Jane Bertch. Edited by Taisa Echterhoff.

In this episode, we reflect on the art of creation, not just what we build, but who we become in the process. We explore why clarity comes through action, how community shapes every meaningful creation, and why evolution often requires letting go of old versions of ourselves. From spectacular mistakes to inspired reinventions, we remind ourselves that creation is never final, it is a living, evolving journey that asks us to keep growing, testing, imagining, and becoming.

Episode Breakdown:

Intro - 00:00:00

Connect with Jane Bertch:

Website: www.janebertch.com

https://www.instagram.com/janebertch/

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Produced by Jane Bertch. Edited by Taisa Echterhoff.

In this episode, we explore how we build meaningful friendships in Paris, reflecting on cultural differences that shape connection and trust. We learn that friendship here isn’t rushed, it’s something we earn over time through consistency, discretion, and shared values. As we navigate this, we’re encouraged to slow down, be genuine, and focus on depth over quantity, understanding that true friendships grow quietly but last deeply.

Episode breakdown:

Intro - 00:00:00

Reflecting on our journey together and friendships with locals - 00:00:58

Lesson One - Do not treat people like calendar slots - 00:09:26

Lesson Two - Name Dropping - 00:11:11

Lessons Three - Longlasting Relationships - 00:15:39

Gossip - 00:17:52

Final reflection - 00:19:43

Connect with Jane Bertch:

Website: www.janebertch.com

https://www.instagram.com/janebertch/

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Produced by Jane Bertch. Edited by Taisa Echterhoff.

In this solo episode, we explore the unexpected power of being “delulu”, daring to believe in dreams that feel unrealistic, irrational, or even impossible. Through reflections, examples, and a transformative journaling exercise, let's find a way to reconnect you and your inner curiosity, rediscover your past achievements, and reimagine what’s possible for your future. This episode is a gentle but powerful reminder that innovation, reinvention, and fulfillment all begin with the courage to dream beyond your current reality, and to find the community that helps those dreams grow.

Episode Breakdown:

Opening & The Idea of Being “Delulu” - 00:00:00

Connect with Jane Bertch:

Website: www.janebertch.com

https://www.instagram.com/janebertch/

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Produced by Jane Bertch. Edited by Taisa Echterhoff.

Today we sit down with author and creative entrepreneur Ajiri Aki for a heartfelt conversation about cultivating joy, embracing life’s transitions, and living with intention. Ajiri shares her journey to Paris, her philosophy of “joie de vivre,” and the powerful lesson behind her story about using the “good china”, a reminder not to wait for special occasions to enjoy life’s simple pleasures. The conversation explores writing as a tool for self-expression, the importance of nurturing personal growth, and finding beauty in everyday moments. 

Episode Breakdown:

Intro - 00:00:00

Links:

You can find Ajiri on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ajiriaki/

Or via her website: https://madamedelamaison.com/

Connect with Jane Bertch:

Website: www.janebertch.com

https://www.instagram.com/janebertch/

Add us to your favorite audio platform: https://linktr.ee/generateher

Produced by Jane Bertch. Edited by Taisa Echterhoff.

We’re back for Season 3 of GenerateHER, stepping into a season of action, growth, and bold beginnings. Inspired by the energy of spring in Paris, this new chapter invites you to move beyond reflection and start planting, pruning, and nurturing your “Jardin Secret.” This season is all about becoming the butterfly: embracing change, seizing opportunities without waiting for perfect conditions, and recognizing both the people who shape our paths and the impact we can have on others. Let’s grow, evolve, and bloom together.

Episode Breakdown:

Intro - 00:00:00

Butterfly season begins - 00:02:37

Jean La Quintinie - 00:05:46

The butterfly effect - 00:13:36

Be someone’s butterfly - 00:16:07

Connect with Jane Bertch:

Website: www.janebertch.com

https://www.instagram.com/janebertch/

Add us to your favorite audio platform: https://linktr.ee/generateher

Produced by Jane Bertch. Edited by Taisa Echterhoff.