In this episode of 'Overwhelmed and Over It,' Kristi, a unicorn leader, redefines generational wealth beyond just money and introduces 'unicorn' as an acronym for unique, nimble, nurturing, inspiring, compassionate, optimistic, resilient, and noble.

Join us in Overwhelmed & Over It Village

Kristi shares her journey from a small-town upbringing to becoming an influential leader in High-EQ Leadership, emphasizing the importance of creating safe spaces, embracing fear, and resilience in entrepreneurship. She also discusses the future of work and her aspirations to break into the television industry.

Tune in for insights on balancing parenting and business while integrating key leadership traits.

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On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kstrawmba

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Kristi Straw is the founder of Lighthouse Leadership Consultants™ and the creator of UNICORN Leader™, a high-EQ leadership framework that’s redefining what it means to lead with authenticity. After years of witnessing toxic workplace cultures and burnout firsthand, Kristi set out to build a new leadership playbook — one rooted in trust, authenticity, and results.She’s worked with Fortune 500 companies, high-growth startups, and industry leaders to transform disengaged teams into thriving, high-impact organizations that WIN! A sought-after speaker, consultant, and corporate truth-teller, Kristi is on a mission to help leaders stop managing and start leading.

______________________________00:00 Introduction to Generational Wealth and Unicorn Leadership00:56 Meet Kristi: From Small Town to Unicorn Leader02:18 The Journey of Entrepreneurship05:29 Embracing Fear and Taking Risks11:54 The Future of Work and Leadership14:54 Conclusion and Call for Support

Join the Overwhelmed & Over It Village: https://gabshayes.com/villageJoin us in this heartfelt episode as Dom and I delve into the chaotic beauty of life.

We discuss raising kids, running businesses, and navigating the everyday ups and downs together.

From hilarious bloopers to deep reflections on parenting and personal growth, this episode is packed with authenticity and real talk.

Highlights include our daughter’s card business venture, the challenges of work-life balance, and the importance of having a supportive community.

Don't miss out—join our village of overwhelmed and over it parents and entrepreneurs for support and solidarity.

Visit gabshayes.com/thevillage for more insights and to become part of our community.

And to follow what's going on with our daughter's Good Vibes Cards, you can follow along here: https://subscribepage.io/sassyart00:00 Introduction to Dom and Life's Theme00:51 Technical Difficulties and Perseverance02:32 Sassy's Creative Journey06:05 Parenting Reflections and Challenges08:07 Navigating Modern Family Dynamics16:12 The Never-Ending Job of Parenting and Entrepreneurship16:36 Balancing Business and Personal Life17:18 The Constant Mental Load18:18 Different Personalities and Parenting Styles19:03 The Challenges of Raising Kids Today20:31 Financial Struggles and Resilience21:31 Reflecting on Life's Challenges25:53 The Importance of Planning and Flexibility28:23 Join Our Supportive Community29:27 Bloopers and Final Thoughts

Join Christina & I both in The Village: https://gabshayes.com/village

In this episode of 'Overwhelmed and Over It,' we explore the scrappy beginnings of Christina Kohl's entrepreneurial journey.

Despite lacking a website, business cards, or extensive resources, Christina successfully transitioned from stay-at-home mom to a thriving coach for women returning to the workforce.

She shares how courage, community support, and focusing on the essentials helped her launch and grow her business.

If you're a parent entrepreneur feeling held back by the idea of needing everything perfect before starting, this episode is for you.

Join us to learn how to take that first step and thrive with what you have.

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Connect with Christina: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kohlchristina/

Christina Kohl is a career strategist and job search coach who helps mid-career women land roles that align with their talents, values, and goals. A former HR leader turned entrepreneur, Christina successfully returned to the workforce after a 13-year career break and now empowers others to navigate career transitions with confidence—whether they're re-entering after time away or pivoting to something new. She’s the host of Her Next Chapters podcast, where she shares real conversations about career shifts, identity, and creating a fulfilling next chapter.

00:00 Introduction and Opening Thoughts

01:01 Meet Christina Cole: From HR to Stay-at-Home Mom

01:50 Starting the Coaching Journey

02:39 Facing Entrepreneurial Fears

05:35 The Reality of Entrepreneurship

09:15 Navigating Tech Challenges

10:18 Seeking Support and Community

13:13 Final Thoughts and How to Connect

Join the Overwhelmed & Over It Village: https://gabshayes.com/waitlist

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In this episode of 'Overwhelmed and Over It,' host Gabs opens up about her recent struggles with resistance and fear in her creative projects.

She emphasizes the importance of community support and the necessity of taking risks despite uncertainties.

Gabs discusses how resistance is a common hurdle in entrepreneurship, especially for parents juggling multiple responsibilities.

She shares her personal journey of shutting down a previous business and starting anew, and how important it is to keep pushing through challenges.

Gabs also introduces two key initiatives: 'Overwhelmed and Over It Village,' a community offering support and collaboration, and 'The Productivity Quickie,' a custom GPT tool designed to help busy parent entrepreneurs stay organized.

Come join the community and explore tools that can make your entrepreneurial journey more manageable and joyful.

Connect with Gabs on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabshayes/

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00:00 Introduction and Host's Personal Struggles

00:31 Facing Resistance and Overcoming Fear

01:43 The Importance of Community Support

02:47 Taking Action Despite Uncertainty

03:14 Balancing Reality and Ambition

07:37 Launching New Projects and Initiatives

08:30 Building a Supportive Community

14:49 Introducing the Productivity Quickie

16:31 Upcoming Guests and Final Thoughts

In this episode, host Gabs Hayes speaks with communications expert Cari Rutkoskie about her unexpected journey into entrepreneurship after 25 years in the corporate world.

Cari shares how she transformed a job loss into a thriving consulting business built around her expertise and passion.

Discover why following your own instincts rather than others' "shoulds" is crucial to entrepreneurial success, and how shifting from chasing money to serving others can lead to greater fulfillment and profitability.

Perfect for parent entrepreneurs seeking permission to define success on their own terms.

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Meet Cari

With 30 years of experience in corporate communications, I’ve seen firsthand how clear and consistent messages can transform a company from the inside out. I help CEOs and other leaders develop and implement a strong communication strategy so their team knows exactly where the company is going and how they'll get there.

• Connect with Cari on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/carirutkoskie
• Connect with Words Matter Consulting: www.wordsmatterconsulting.com

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This week on the Overwhelmed and Over It podcast, I sat down with life design coach Gina who dropped this truth bomb:

"As women in our society, it's striving, striving, striving, helping meet the needs of others. And it's like, where do I fit in this picture?"

EPISODE: "Main Character Energy: Designing a Life You Actually Love"

In this conversation, we dive into:

• Why we're harder on ourselves than we are on others (and how to stop)
• The myth of "pouring from an empty cup" (it's actually about overflowing!)
• Finding your support network as a parent entrepreneur
• Giving yourself permission to rest without the guilt
• What to do when your to-do list AND ideas never stop

This episode hit me right in the heart because I see so many of us (myself included) struggling to put ourselves in the center of our own stories. We're always the supporting character in someone else's narrative - our kids, our clients, our partners.

But as Gina reminds us, "Everybody deserves to live a life they love."

Sometimes that means saying no to the drive-through dinner guilt. Sometimes it means taking a mental health day even when your business to-do list is screaming at you.

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Connect with Gina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginatorresperryman/

Gina's website: www.ginathelifecoach.com

Gina is a Life Design Coach who has worked with 500+ individuals from around the world, helping them navigate life and career transitions. She specializes in guiding clients through the stress of change while helping them figure out their next steps in life. Gina embraces diversity, recognizing that every person has a unique story, and she believes that everyone deserves to live a life they love.

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In this episode of 'Overwhelmed and Over It', Gabs welcomes a very special guest, Dom.

They dive into the dynamics of balancing entrepreneurial pursuits with family life, exploring feelings of guilt and selfishness, and the importance of having a supportive life partner.

Dom shares his perspective on Gabs' entrepreneurial journey and reflects on how pursuing one's passion can positively impact the entire family.

The conversation also touches on parenting after loss, personal growth, and the value of creating a supportive community for parents.

Tune in to gain insights into managing dual roles as parents and entrepreneurs while maintaining sanity and connection.

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00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

01:03 Meet Dom: The Entrepreneur's Partner

01:22 Balancing Passion and Family

05:54 The Importance of Sabbaticals

11:11 Parenting and Personal Growth

17:04 Building a Supportive Community

20:46 Conclusion and Call to Action

Perfect for: LinkedIn content for parent entrepreneurs

In this much-awaited episode, host Gabs reveals her secrets to batching content effectively as an entrepreneur and parent who has more on her plate than she has time.

This episode is particularly useful for parents feeling overwhelmed and seeking a structured approach to managing their business tasks.

Stay tuned until the end for Gabs' special offer to support you in content creation.

Ready for partnership and getting your time back? The LinkedIn Content Partnership is just for you!

Gabs emphasizes the importance of intentional planning, preparation, and setting realistic goals to maximize your content creation efforts.

She shares her personal experiences and methods, providing a detailed play-by-play of her content sabbatical routine.

Welcome to 'Overwhelmed and Over It,' the podcast where parents learn how to juggle raising kids, maintaining sanity, and building a successful business.

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• 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
• 00:52 The Importance of Intentional Content Creation
• 02:51 Planning Your Content Sabbatical
• 04:16 Executing the Content Sabbatical
• 05:47 Steps to a Successful Content Sabbatical
• 10:12 Detailed Breakdown of Content Creation
• 19:34 The Power of Taking a Break
• 23:59 Content Partnership Opportunity

Perfect for: LinkedIn content for parent entrepreneurs

Listen in for insights on building resilience, pursuing passion over profit, and creating a sustainable, fulfilling life despite setbacks.

In this episode of Overwhelmed and Over It, host Gabs interviews Amazing Soul the founder of The Mind F.C.K Co, who shares her deeply personal journey from military-induced pain to creating a company dedicated to empowering women leaders through fun, compassion, and simplicity.

Facing excruciating back pain during her military service, she details her challenges with ineffective treatments and how she ultimately found relief and transformation by taking personal accountability.

The conversation explores her entrepreneurial path, starting her business, the mindset shifts required, and the importance of embracing failure as a learning tool.

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Join the Mind F.C.K. Co movement at https://themindfckco.com/

Connect with Amazing Soul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wonu-alese/

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⁠Connect with Gabs on LinkedIn⁠

00:00 Introduction: Meeting a Kindred Spirit00:23 Podcast Introduction: Overwhelmed and Over It00:40 Guest Introduction: Journey to Connection01:17 Entrepreneurial Journey: Founding My Fuck Co.02:00 Military Service and the Onset of Pain03:34 A Turning Point: Taking Responsibility05:21 Embracing the Journey: Fun, Compassion, and Kindness07:26 Navigating Entrepreneurship: Embracing the Nos09:53 Failing Forward: Lessons from the Journey14:54 Supporting Each Other: Building Awareness16:09 Conclusion: Staying Connected and Sane

Join the village where entrepreneurial parents get the quick wins they can actually use. Because we're too damn tired for another 12-step success formula - in business or life. 

We have kids to raise and lives to live.

We are overwhelmed & over it.