🎙 Reclaim Your Time and Your Sanity

Is “work-life balance” a noble pursuit—or just corporate mythology? In this bold and thought-provoking episode, Catie and Whitney dig into the growing movement toward job portfolios and why it’s reshaping the future (and reality) of work.

From the burnout of hustle culture to the rise of solopreneurs and side hustlers, we're calling out the old systems that no longer serve us—and offering up a fresh vision for how individuals and organizations can adapt, thrive, and finally reclaim their time and their sanity.

This episode is for anyone asking:

✔️ “Can one job really fulfill me?”

✔️ “Is my company ready for how work is actually evolving?”

✔️ “How do I build a more sustainable, fulfilling work life?”

✨ Episode Highlights & Takeaways:

• The real reason “work-life balance” feels so elusive
• Why the job portfolio model is gaining traction (and not just among freelancers)
• The shifting definitions of commitment, loyalty, and fulfillment at work
• Risks and legal realities companies need to consider—plus the opportunity in front of them
• Why more employees—especially women—are rethinking their entire career model
• How business leaders can reimagine culture and strategy to meet the moment
• The role of coaching, personal reflection, and family conversations in shaping what’s next

🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• McKinsey Study on Women Leaving the Workforce
• Portfolio Career Model (originated from MIT research)
• Coaching for Career and Life Design – Whitney & Catie

🧰 Tools to Try:

• Conduct a Personal Fulfillment Audit: What parts of your work give you energy—and which deplete you?
• Build Your Job Portfolio Map: List current income streams, passion projects, and skills you could monetize.
• Review Your Employment Agreement: Look for clauses that limit outside work, and assess if they still serve your goals.
• Create a “Work-Life Rebalance Plan”: Set your personal boundaries, financial goals, and values-based work priorities.

🧭 Your Next Steps:

✅ For Individuals: Start getting honest about what you want from work—and what you’ve been settling for. It’s okay to design a career that looks different from the norm.

✅ For Leaders: Rethink your talent strategy. Are your policies designed for the workforce of today—or yesterday?

✅ For Everyone: Share this episode with a friend or colleague who’s at a career crossroads. Let’s normalize the conversation around evolving work on our own terms.

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