Welcome to another episode of Superheroes in Heels! I’m your host, Kimberley Borgens, and today I want to peel back the curtain on something that almost no one talks about—the surprising, and sometimes challenging, ways that power and success can reshape our relationships and marriages.
For so many of us, stepping into leadership is an incredible achievement, especially in spaces where women are still breaking new ground. We cheer each other on as we knock down barriers, earn promotions, start businesses, or take the reins as decision-makers. But nobody really tells us how that surge in confidence and accomplishment can ripple out at home. Suddenly, unspoken expectations start to surface, old habits get put under the microscope, and both partners are left navigating a whole new dynamic—one that we might not have been prepared for.
In this episode, I get deeply personal with my own story, reflecting on how becoming the CEO of our company—and truly owning that title—shifted everything in my marriage. There were moments of excitement, but also friction and doubt. My husband and I moved from business partners to what sometimes felt like roommates, arguing not over big, dramatic changes, but over small, everyday things that built up over time. I share about the awkwardness of suddenly being “Kimberley’s husband” in social circles, and how both of us had to adapt when the reality of our roles changed.
But it’s not just about marriage. I talk about how friendships can become strained, how guilt and loneliness can creep in—especially when your growth outpaces that of the people around you. There were times I questioned if the price of success was too high, and I had to wrestle with the discomfort of letting go of relationships that weren’t evolving with me.
Most importantly, I offer some practical, heartfelt advice for women who find themselves feeling alone on this journey. From rewriting the “rules” of your relationships, to embracing open communication and honest, judgment-free check-ins, to scheduling family rituals and carving out single-focus time, I let you in on the tools and strategies that helped me stay connected to the people I love—even when everything else was shifting.
If you’ve ever wondered how to hold onto your marriage, cherish your friends, and most of all, remain true to yourself as you rise, this episode is for you. It’s a reminder that growth isn’t failure—it’s evolution. And sometimes, bringing others along means having difficult conversations, creating new rituals, and allowing old ideas about “perfection” to fade away.
So grab your coffee, get comfortable, and join me for a deeply honest conversation about rewriting what success, love, and leadership look like—together. We’re going beyond the highlight reel today, and I can’t wait for you to be part of this powerful and necessary discussion.
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