Keywords

work-life balance, parenting, photography, social work, family time, self-care, communication, personal growth, motherhood, lifestyle podcast

Summary

In this episode of Cold Brews and Candids, host Brooke Rihn shares her experiences and insights on achieving work-life balance as a mother and entrepreneur. She discusses the challenges of juggling her photography business and social work, while also being a present parent. Brooke emphasizes the importance of communication with her partner and children, and shares practical strategies for managing her time effectively. Throughout the conversation, she reflects on her personal growth and the lessons learned in her journey of balancing work and family life.

Takeaways

No one knows how to say my last name correctly.

I made a goal to not spend as much on coffee.

Traveling alone with my daughter was a great experience.

Work-life balance is a constant challenge for us.

I work more than 40 hours a week during busy season.

Communication is key in managing our schedules.

I try to prioritize my kids' activities first.

It's okay to say no to work sometimes.

I remind myself that I love my job and I'm lucky to have it.

I am raising strong independent women.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Name Pronunciation

01:49 Life Updates and Coffee Choices

06:30 Work-Life Balance: An Ongoing Challenge

27:48 Strategies for Balancing Work and Family Life

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Podcast: @coldbrewsandcandids

Photography: @brookerihnphotography