The Ripple Effect: How Transforming Your Own Life Can Change the World

Hey there, working moms! Today’s show introduces Certified resilience coach, Jess Yocum, who shares her journey of resilience and balance in her personal and professional life. She's not just talking the talk but walking the walk, and her insights might just surprise you. Want to know how she's shaping a better future by living a better now? Stay tuned to discover the unexpected twists in her story, and how it could help you find your own path to resilience and balance.

My special guest is Jess Yocum Jess Yocum is the founder and principal coach of Riverdrop Consulting. With a background in organization development and leadership, Jess helps moms in leadership integrate their skills and strengthen their resilience. Her vision is to see working moms confidently embrace their leadership potential, free from the weight of mom guilt.

Jess holds a master’s degree in organization development and leadership from Fielding Graduate University and is an ICF certified coach. With her experience as a working mom of three, Jess brings a deep understanding of the challenges and pressures faced by modern working moms, making her insights and guidance invaluable for those striving to achieve greater resilience and balance in their personal and professional lives.

“I wasn't meant to do it all, and I wasn't meant to do it alone.” - Jess Yocum

In this episode, you will learn about:

• Mastering the art of work-life balance for working moms - finding harmony between career and family life.
• Empowering moms to thrive in leadership roles - unlocking your full potential and making a significant impact in the workplace.
• Overcoming the struggle with mom guilt in parenting - embracing a guilt-free mindset and enjoying the journey of motherhood.
• Importance of self-care for working moms - prioritizing your well-being to enhance productivity and happiness.
• Building resilience in personal and professional life - equipping yourself with the mindset and tools to bounce back from challenges stronger than before.

Empowering Moms in Leadership:

Empowering mothers in leadership positions involves providing support, opportunities, and resources to help them thrive. By recognizing and utilizing their skills, working moms can confidently lead and make a positive impact in their professional endeavors. Empowering moms in leadership is crucial for creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.

The resources mentioned in this episode are:

• Reach out to Jess through her website Riverdrop Consulting-https://riverdropcoaching.com/
• Connect with Jess on Linkedin at-https://www.linkedin.com/in/jess-yocum-maod-acc-bcc-664881145/
• The Center for Nonviolent Communication (CNVC) is an international nonprofit peacemaking organization that shares Nonviolent Communication around the world. It helps people peacefully and effectively resolve conflicts in personal, organizational, and political settings. You can find more information on their website www.cnvc.org to explore this further.
• Self-Care Exploration: Take the time to explore what self-care means to you. It may not necessarily involve expensive spa days, but could be as simple as volunteering, showing up for someone in need, or having a meaningful conversation with a friend. Consider what makes you feel most alive and incorporate that into your self-care routine.
• Feelings and Needs Reflection: Take the time to reflect on your feelings and needs. Consider

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