Corporate politics will impact your career — whether you understand it or not.
In this episode, we break down exactly how to navigate corporate politics strategically without losing your integrity and we explain why corporate not inherently evil.

If you’ve ever felt that performance alone should be enough… this conversation will shift your perspective.

We discuss:

• What corporate politics really means (it’s not manipulation)• Why high performers still get overlooked• Influence without authority — is it politics?• How to handle strong personalities at work• Why your boss is your biggest promoter• When to choose your fights• How to build allies strategically• Real corporate stories that led to promotion

Corporate politics isn’t about scheming.It’s about understanding people, power, perception, and timing.

Whether you're in product, marketing, leadership, or growing your career in tech — this episode will help you stop reacting emotionally and start navigating strategically.

Because in corporate environments, you’re playing the game — even if you don’t realize it.

🎧 Listen if you care about:corporate politics, career growth, influence without authority, women in tech leadership, working moms in corporate, product management careers, navigating difficult coworkers, and building professional influence.

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Intro - What this episode is about

(00:00:45) What Corporate Politics Really Is (And Why It’s Not Evil)

(00:04:15) Corporate Politics Rule #1: Play the game

(00:05:00) Corporate Politics Rule #2: Understand People — And Their “Why”

(00:07:00) Corporate Politics Rule #3: Observe Before You Act

(00:09:40) Corporate Politics Rule #4: Recognize Toxic Patterns

(00:10:00) Wendy and Anna's debate: Are “Toxic People” Actually Toxic?

(00:13:15) Real Corporate Politics Story: “Just Sue Them”

(00:15:45) Corporate Politics Rule #5: Boss is your biggest promoter

(00:19:30) Is "Influence without authority" a skill of Politics?

(00:22:30) How to navigate strong personalities?

(00:25:30) Why the Word “Politics” Still Feels Uncomfortable for Wendy

(00:26:00) Corporate Politics rule #6: Choose your fights

(00:27:00) Corporate Politics rule #7: Build allies

(00:27:45) Real Story: The Politics That Led to a Promotion

(00:29:50) Corporate Politics rule #8: Promote yourself (strategically)

(00:33:10) Final Takeaway: Play the Game or Get Played

#CorporatePolitics #WomenInTech #WorkingMoms #CareerGrowth #LeadershipSkills #InfluenceWithoutAuthority #ProductManagement #SaaSMoms #saasymoms

Working moms in tech: trying to decide between Product Manager (PM) and Product Marketing Manager (PMM)?

In this episode of SaaSy Moms, we break down PM vs PMM responsibilities, where they overlap, what each role owns (roadmap vs go-to-market), and how to choose based on your strengths, personality, and the kind of day-to-day work you want — especially while balancing family life.

Keywords: product manager vs product marketing manager, PM vs PMM, working moms in tech, product management career, product marketing career, go-to-market, sales enablement, roadmap, tech career pivot.

Chapters

(00:00:00) What is this episode about?

(00:01:00) PM vs PMM: What’s the difference (and why people confuse them)

(00:06:00) What PMs own: painful problems, time-to-value, onboarding outcomes

(00:11:00) The overlap: customer understanding + buying decisions + insights

(00:16:00) What PMMs own: positioning, GTM story, and sales enablement

(00:21:00) PM vs PMM KPIs: How to Set Goals and Measure Performance

(00:26:00) “Which role fits me?” How to evaluate a PM vs PMM career match

(00:30:23) PM vs PMM: How Each Role Evaluates a Feature

(00:31:20) PM vs PMM: How Each Role Approaches a Product Launch

(00:32:28) PM vs PMM: Product Category vs Market Category Thinking

(00:36:00) Category & positioning mistakes: why sales struggles when it’s wrong

(00:38:10) If you hate these things, don't be a Product Manager

(00:40:52) If You Hate These Things, Don’t Be a Product Marketing Manager

(00:46:00) Final advice: structure vs ambiguity + what kind of work you’ll thrive in

#pm #pmm #careerswitch #career #workingmom #momintech #careertransition

AI is transforming product marketing management. In this episode, we get real about what PMMs actually need to stay relevant in 2026:

- how to really use AI (not just talk about it)

- how to scale campaigns without burning out

- how to use AI as your first reviewer

- how to stay responsible when your messaging can be amplified at AI speed.

Then we shift into something deeper: motherhood, daycare, nannies, guilt, and the emotional load of being a mom in tech. We talk about trusting others with your child, why it’s so hard to let go of control, and how to share the load with your partner without sacrificing your career or your sanity.

If you’re a PMM, PM, or tech mom trying to grow your career in an AI world while raising a tiny human—this one will hit close to home.

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Intro – What This Episode Is Really About

(00:00:42) “Is My Career Safe?” PMMs, AI & Job Anxiety

(00:01:42) Why you actually need to use AI as a PMM

(00:04:59) How to turn messy inputs Into clear Messaging With AI

(00:07:42) Briefing AI like a pro: From “Meh” Outputs to Quality

(00:11:44) How to use AI to Multiply Your Content

(00:15:50) Strategic Templates: Turning Your PMM execution Into Repeatable Systems

(00:19:43) AI for managers: “Review This as If You Were Me”

(00:27:46) Reality Checks: When Not to Trust AI’s Answers

(00:31:50) The Future of PMM

(00:35:42) Responsible AI Messaging: overselling or honesty

(00:39:40) Motherhood Confession: Why It’s So Hard to Trust Help With Your Child

(00:43:41) The Invisible Emotional Load of Tech Moms

(00:47:43) Inability to let go and trust others

(00:51:40) Letting Go of Control: Sharing the Load With Your Partner & Playing the Long Game

#ProductMarketing #PMM #AIandPMM #MomsInTech #WorkingMoms #WomenInProduct #SaaSyMoms #TechMoms #advice #tip

In this episode of SaaSy Moms, Anya and Wendy get brutally honest about what PMs should actually do with AI — and what’s just hype.

They unpack the pressure product managers feel to “learn AI or be replaced,” how interviews are changing, and the real skills PMs need to stay relevant. You’ll hear concrete examples of AI workflows (like automating calendar invites), what’s really involved behind the scenes (data pipelines, APIs, tracking), and why AI features can quietly destroy your COGS if you don’t think about pricing and profitability from day one.

Then the conversation pivots into motherhood: why delegating childcare feels so hard, how to prepare kids emotionally when you travel for work, and the small rituals (notes, drawings, voice messages, clear expectations) that make life softer for both moms and kids.

If you’re a product manager and a mom trying to stay ahead of AI without burning out, this episode will make you feel seen and give you concrete next steps.

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Intro

(00:0049) Honest expectations for Product Managers regarding AI

(00:04:30) "I haven't played with AI" is no longer acceptable for PMs during interview process

(00:09:00) Practical ways PMs can use chat tools in daily work

(00:13:30) The best way to learn AI is designing your own workflow

(00:18:00) Why AI features are not “just a prompt”

(00:22:30) What PMs should watch for when it comes to AI Costs, COGS, and Pricing

(00:27:30) AI will not replace PMs, but it demands better PMs

(00:32:00) Teeing up next week’s product marketing topic

(00:36:30) Mom Guilt & Why Delegating Childcare Feels So Hard

(00:40:30) Practical tips on how to prepare your kids before travelling for work

(00:44:00) Tiny Rituals, Nanny Alignment & Making Mom Guilt Lighter

#ProductManagement #WomenInProduct #TechMoms #AIandPM #WorkingMoms #SaaSyMoms #SaaSPodcast #MomsInTech #advice #tip

AI isn’t just speeding up marketing — it’s changing what buyers trust, how brands get discovered, and what “good GTM” even means.

In this SaaSy Moms episode with Chae O’Brien, we unpack the biggest marketing trends shaping 2026, including:

• How small teams can run mid-market level GTM through AI workflows

• Why generative search + citations will change how brands win visibility

• The shift from “what can we promote?” to “what can we prove?”

• Why trust signals matter more than polished content in the AI era

• How campaigns, content, and personalization are being rebuilt (fast)

• The emotional reality behind all of it — especially for working moms in tech

If you’re a founder, marketer, PMM, or a solo marketer trying to keep up, this episode is a grounded playbook for what to focus on next.

Chapters:

(00:01:00) Meet Chae: why marketing playbooks are being rewritten

(00:05:00) Budget-friendly GTM: start with your ICP (not channels)

(00:10:00) Trust signals that work when buyers are skeptical of “marketing”

(00:14:00) Marketing trend 2026: “the year of the workflow” for small teams

(00:18:00) Generative search + citations: the new visibility game in 2026

(00:22:00) Brand in the AI era: why AI strips “creative language”

(00:26:00) The big shift: stop promoting — start proving

(00:30:00) Campaigns will change: from 12-week assets to rapid testing loops

(00:34:00) What AI can’t replace: POV, segment nuance, and real differentiation

(00:39:00) Buyer attention is fractured: how decision-making is evolving

(00:43:00) Modeling scenarios + testing signals: using AI without losing strategy

(00:47:00) Working-mom reality: switching modes, guilt, and mental load

(00:52:00) Productivity after kids: urgency, resilience, and redefining “success”

(00:57:00) Closing reflections: marketing, motherhood, and staying human

#ai #workingmom #workingmoms #saasymoms #startup #marketing #gtm #podcast #advice #2026 #trend #marketingtrends #aitrend #scale #mom #parenthood #womenintech #techcareers

Looking for Christmas gift ideas that moms actually want?

In this episode, we share our Top 10 Christmas Gifts for moms, babies, and kids — focused on practicality, simplicity, and meaning.

Skip the junk. Skip the noise.These gifts truly make everyday life easier.

And of course we talk about women that inspire us, because ... everything is possible in this life!

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Christmas gift ideas for moms, babies & kids – what this episode covers

(00:00:40) Intro: A special SaaSy Moms Christmas gift guide episode

(00:03:40) Celebrating inspiring women and motherhood during the holidays

(00:07:40) Why Christmas shopping feels overwhelming for moms

(00:10:40) Gift ideas #1–2: Practical Christmas gifts for expecting moms

(00:14:40) Gift ideas #3–4: Everyday gifts expecting moms actually use

(00:18:40) Gift idea #5: The most valuable Christmas gift (and it’s free)

(00:20:40) Gift ideas #6–7: Best Christmas gifts for babies (0–12 months)

(00:23:40) Gift idea #8: Best Christmas gift for toddlers (1–2 years old)

(00:26:40) Gift ideas #9–10: Christmas gifts for kids (3–8 years old)

(00:29:40) Final thoughts: How to approach Christmas with less pressure

#podcast #saasymoms #pregnant #christmas #gift #giftideas #workingmom #workingmoms #present #holiday #mom #baby #kid #technology

Being a working mom today feels like running a marathon that never ends.
In this raw and unfiltered episode, Anya and Wendy open up about the emotional and physical load mothers carry — from sleepless nights and tantrums to guilt, burnout, and the invisible mental checklist that never stops.

We talk about the real mental load of motherhood, the exhaustion no one sees, mom guilt, burnout, and the emotional overload that working moms carry every single day.

You’ll hear:

• Why “self-care” isn’t enough

• How mom-guilt shows up daily

• The hidden emotional load behind childcare

• Why society is compassionate to everyone except parents

• The importance of tag-teaming with partners

• Real stories of frustration, grief, judgment, and survival

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or wondered if you’re the only one struggling — this episode will make you feel seen, supported, and understood.
You're not alone.
This is the episode for exhausted moms who feel like they’re running on empty, juggling work, kids, cleaning, daycare, and everything in between.

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Intro. What is this episode about?

(00:00:59) The honest reason this episode exists: two exhausted moms hitting their limit

(00:04:00) A ever-ending cycle: work, kids, daycare prep, cleaning, cooking, laundry, activities

(00:07:00) Emotional and Physical exhaustion

(00:11:00) Yoga? Walks? Meditation? Why self-care tips don't really work

(00:14:50) The second you fill your cup ... It empties again!

(00:18:20) Is doing a trip away from your family a good idea?

(00:21:15) Why exhaustion accumulates, not disappears. Sharing of personal stories

Stories of being judged in public when kids cry…

(00:39:00) Unfair blame of moms by society. Kids' Brains aren’t even developed yet

(00:45:30) How couples cope differently. Men vs. Women when coping with exhaustion

Normalize the struggle. Lower expectations. Ask for help. Prioritize yourself. Protect your mental health.
#workingmom #MomBurnout #tip #advice #MomsWhoWork #saasymoms #MomSupport #MomsInTech #WomenInTech #CareerAndKids #PodcastForMoms #MorningCommute #WorkdayMotivationForMoms

In this episode of SaaSy Moms, Anya and Wendy sit down with Ben Somers, co-founder of Recess (https://recess.gg) — the project-based learning platform redefining modern education.

We explore why homeschooling is exploding, how AI is reshaping childhood learning, what schools fail to teach, and why entrepreneurial thinking is now a core life skill.
This conversation is a deep dive into how kids learn, how to prepare them for an AI-driven future, and why traditional schooling is no longer enough.

If you're a working mom in tech balancing career, burnout, and raising future-ready kids — this episode is for you.

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Intro: Why We’re Suddenly Thinking About Homeschooling
(21st Episode of SaaSy Moms about AI inspired the homeschooling curiosity)

(00:01:50) What Is Homeschooling Today? Not the 1980s Version
Modern homeschooling vs old religious models, rise in popularity

(00:03:50) Why 1 in 16 Families Are Now Homeschooling
Status signaling, tech parents, better tools, school trust decline

(00:07:50) Policy, ESAs & Why States Are Paying Parents to Homeschool

(00:11:10) Math Gaps: Is this true with homeschooling?
Concerns about math gaps in homeschoolers, tutoring, mastery learning

(00:15:34) Becoming Top 1% in Math: Ben’s Exact Formula for homeschooled kids
Beast Academy, Math Academy, spaced repetition, mastery-based learning

(00:19:10) Gaps in Soft Skills, Socialization & Reddit Horror Stories
Does homeschooling create socially awkward kids?

(00:23:50) Why Bullying Exposure Still Matters
Parents over-protecting → long-term resilience challenges

(00:27:50) Does the Legal System Protect Homeschooled Kids?
State-by-state oversight & child protection

(00:32:00) Building a “Whole Day” for Your Child: Curriculum, AI Agents & Customization
How Recess automates curriculum creation

(00:37:24) AI in Education: How Recess Curates Teachers, Materials & Skill Paths
From NVIDIA engineers to top YouTubers

(00:42:00) Cost of Homeschooling: Is It Really $15,000 a Year?
Actual averages and misconceptions

(00:45:55) Can a Full-Time Working Mom Actually Homeschool?
The honest answer for dual-career households

(00:52:00) Final AMA + AI Ethics in Child Learning Apps
QA, accuracy, and safety in AI-curated curriculum

#Parenting #Education #AI #WorkingMoms #Homeschooling #EdTech #MomsInTech #ChildDevelopment #FutureSkills

What happens when AI experts predict the end of humanity—but working moms in tech see a different future?

In this episode of SaaSy Moms, Anna and Wendy break down Dr. Roman Yampolsky’s appearance on The Diary of a CEO. While the podcast teased “AI job predictions,” it fell flat—so we’re filling in the gaps.

We dig into:
🤖 Narrow AI vs General AI vs Super AI — and why the real risks aren’t what you think.
💡 Why human empathy, creativity, and ethics can’t be replaced by machines...yet.
⚖️ Why AI governance matters more than fearmongering.
👩‍💻 How working moms (and all professionals) can prepare for the AI era.

📈 And most importantly the future of jobs or 5 jobs that will remain in 2030, 2040 and even 2060

If you’re worried about how AI will impact your career—or your kids’ future—this conversation will give you clarity, confidence, and tools to thrive.

🎧 Watch, comment, and join the debate!

Chapters

(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:00:40) What is this episode about? 

(00:03:49) SaaSy moms take on the AI Episode from The Diary of a CEO

(00:06:31) Understanding AI: Narrow vs General vs Super AI

(00:10:34) The Current State of AI and Job Security

(00:16:51) Preparing our kids for the Future Job Market

(00:26:44) Job #1

(00:34:07) Job #2

(00:36:08) Job #3

(00:38:34) Job #4

(00:41:01) Job #5

#AI #FutureOfWork #DiaryOfACEO #AISafety #ArtificialIntelligence #WorkingMomsInTech #SaaSyMoms #AIJobs #TechPodcast #WomenInBusiness #Leadership #moms #career #AI #chatgpt #genai #narrowai #diaryofaceo #job

Today, we all feel the pressure to use AI. It seems like if we don't, we'll lose our edge—and how can you raise AI-oriented kids if you don't lead by example? The pressure is real, but where do you start? How can you use it effectively without getting lost in the noise?

In this episode of SaaSy Moms, Wendy and Anya chime in with real, experience-based advice to help every working mom stay on top of the trend. They'll show you the true value you can get from AI, from work to home, and explain why both ChatGPT and Gemini are far from outdated.

Here's a glimpse of the real-life hacks you'll learn:

• 👩‍💻 Workplace Efficiency: Learn how to draft tough emails, summarize meeting notes in seconds, and even act as a professional "coach" to prepare for difficult conversations.

• 📊 Data Analysis: Discover how AI can help analyze complex spreadsheets to find key trends, and why it's crucial to understand its limitations when it comes to nuance and decision-making.

• 👶 Mom Hacks: Get a look into how AI can serve as a "sleep consultant" when you're exhausted, plan weekly meals for picky eaters, and create custom worksheets and coloring pages for your kids.

But remember, as they discuss, AI isn't magic. It only works if you know how to guide it and provide the right context. It can never replace a mom's instinct or the leadership skills that make you uniquely valuable.

🎧 Tune in for a real conversation on AI, motherhood, and the future of work for our kids.

Chapters

(00:01:09) AI in the Workplace: Drafting Emails & Tough Conversations

(00:02:12) ChatGPT vs. Gemini

(00:05:36) Automating Work Tasks: Meeting Agendas, Notes & More

(00:07:43) AI for Brainstorming & Presentations

(00:09:50) Why You Can’t Trust AI Blindly

(00:15:34) AI for Data Analysis: Trends vs. True Insights

(00:19:25) AI for Moms: from Sleep Consultant to Emotional Support

(00:23:45) Where AI can’t help

(00:26:17) AI for Mom Life: Meal Planning, Colouring sheets & Trips

(00:33:20) AI Is Reshaping the job market—How Can Parents Future-Proof Their Kids?

#WorkingMoms #AI #ChatGPT #MomLife #WomenInTech #Parenting #SaaS #FutureOfWork #Productivity #MomsInBusiness #career #mom #motherhood #dad #psychology #podcast