The Independent Mom

The Independent Mom

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  • 50: What Do We Do About Target??

    There have been a lot of announcements over the last few weeks, but the announcement from Target about rolling back their DEI hit differently. In this episode I break down:

    • How I'm processing and handling the news
    • Some of the "unpopular" factors that we need to consider
    • Why I want us to respond and not react to the situations
    • And so much more...

      Podcast Links

      • Connect with Arielle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielledeane/
      • Instagram: @theindependentmom⁠⁠
      • Website: www.arielledeane.com

      • Listen in each week and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW, and SHARE the podcast


        32 min
      • 49: Mastering Mindset Shifts for Entrepreneurial Success with Jenna Rykiel

        Are you looking to achieve a much more fulfilling personal and professional life, but don’t know how to? What if I told you that the key lies in a simple mindset shift? Would you believe me? 


        In today’s episode, business and mindset coach, Jenna Rykiel joins us to discuss and more. She shares her transformative journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship. Jenna discusses the pivotal moments that led her to leave her corporate job during COVID-19, driven by the need for a more fulfilling and energizing work environment. 


        She explains how coaching free clients initially helped her discover her passion and alignment with her true calling. Jenna also emphasizes the importance of mindset shifts, overcoming the fear of failure, and financial preparation in successfully transitioning to an entrepreneurial lifestyle.


        In this episode, we discuss:

        • Realizing the need for a change during the heightened stress of the COVID-19 pandemic.
        • Finding energy and fulfillment through coaching clients even after long corporate workdays.
        • Overcoming fear and reframing failure as essential steps to entrepreneurial success.
        • Embracing the flexibility and freedom of entrepreneurship while setting clear boundaries.
        • Financially preparing for a year of entrepreneurship to alleviate pressure and foster growth.

        • Connect With Jenna Rykiel

          • Website: https://www.jenna.coach/
          • Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-quit-your-job-a-moms-guide-to-creating-a/id1749870625
          • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-rykiel/
          • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090282273807
          • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrykiel3/

          • Podcast Links

            • Connect with Arielle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielledeane/
            • Instagram: @theindependentmom⁠⁠
            • Website: www.arielledeane.com

            • Listen in each week and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW, and SHARE the podcast

              56 min
            • 48: How To Prepare for 2025 and the New Administration

              Can you believe it's 2025? We're definitely in for an interesting year ahead. In this episode I break down some of my many highs from last year including attending the DNC, and what I want us all to commit to doing this year to make sure that 2025 is great despite this new administration.


              We'll discuss:

              • What I learned in 2024
              • The 4 areas of growth I'm committing to this year
              • Why it's so important for us to get our finances in order now more than ever
              • My new mantra to take us into 2025 and beyond

              • And so much more!

                Don't forget to subscribe, and check us out on instagram

                @theindependentmom

                or visit the website to learn more: www.arielledeane.com

                30 min
              • 47. Starting Fresh Without Starting Over: Re-aligning Your Career With Your Values

                Have you been struggling to find alignment between your personal values and your career as a working mom, unsure if it's time for a change? Discover the approach to career pivots that can help you navigate transitions with confidence and clarity.

                In today’s episode, professional dancer and choreographer turned adjunct dance professor, Shaté Hayes, shares her journey of making multiple career pivots, from being a professional dancer and adjunct dance professor to becoming a career coach and corporate executive. She emphasizes the importance of alignment between personal values and professional goals when transitioning careers. 

                Shaté also discusses how she helped others navigate career changes, the significance of maintaining peace and alignment, and the role of mindset and self-awareness in making successful pivots. The episode is filled with valuable insights on how to “start fresh without starting over,” using past experiences as a foundation for new opportunities.

                In this episode, we discuss:

                • Emphasizing the importance of aligning personal values with career goals when pivoting.

                • Recognizing the signs that indicate it's time for a career change.

                • Navigating career transitions by leveraging existing skills and experiences.

                • Prioritizing peace and inner alignment as key drivers for professional growth.

                • Taking bold steps toward career transitions without fear of uncertainty.

                • Connect With Shaté Hayes

                  • Website: https://www.careersteward.co/

                  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedwards1908/

                  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareerSteward/

                  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careersteward

                  • Podcast Links

                    • Connect with Arielle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielledeane/

                    • Instagram: @theindependentmom⁠⁠

                    • Website: www.arielledeane.com

                    • Listen in each week and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW, and SHARE the podcast

                      50 min
                    • 46. REWIND// The Secrets To Manage Your Wealth Like The Wealthy with Celandra Deane-Bess

                      What if you could have a window into how the wealthy actually think about and manage their money? Today on the podcast we have Celandra Deane-Bess. Celandra Deane-Bess, is a Certified Financial Planner and a Wealth Management Executive with over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. 


                      In this episode, we discuss:  

                      • How the wealthy think like an owner, and how you can too even as an employee 
                        • Different ways to save and how the current economic environment can help your savings
                          • The two key elements that should influence your savings and investment decisions
                            • What to consider when putting money aside for your kids - How she is raising her children to be wealthy
                            • And so much more!


                              Resources:

                              - ⁠ETF ratings⁠

                              - ⁠529 plans⁠

                              - ⁠Prepaid college plans⁠

                              -⁠UGMA/UTMA Custodial Accounts⁠

                              - ⁠Custodial Roth IRA⁠


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                              51 min
                            • 45. The Surprising Part About Having More Freedom and Time

                              We all say we want more freedom and more options, but we don't always think about what that actually looks like and how ready we are for it. Having more freedom means learning how to manage options in a totally different way.

                              In this episode we discuss:

                              • The importance of taking a capacity assessment even when faced with many options
                                • The power in embracing uncertainty 
                                  • The freedom in exploring and experimenting without judgment
                                  • And so much more…


                                    Get on the Retreat Waitlist

                                    https://powerfulretreats.com/


                                    Podcast Links 

                                    Connect with Arielle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielledeane/

                                    Instagram: @theindependentmom⁠⁠

                                    Listen in each week and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW, and SHARE the podcast


                                    30 min
                                  • 44. Why Letting Go May Be the Key to Getting Ahead with Jess Galica

                                    Are you struggling to redefine your career and identity as a mom? You're not alone. My guest, Jess Galica is the best-selling author of "Leap: Why It's Time to Let Go to Get Ahead In Your Career" inspired by her own personal pivot leaving a successful corporate career to find greater fulfillment in work and life. She has interviewed over 150 women who wrestled with this same question and pivot and wants you to know that you know more than you think you do.  

                                    In this episode we discuss:

                                    • The concept of “Feminist guilt” and how it is keeping many of us stuck in places that no longer work for us
                                      • The truth about Work life balance and if it’s real or achievable
                                        • The real process it takes to make a leap, and how it’s much slower than people think
                                          • Why letting go can be the best thing you do for your life and or career
                                          • And so much more…

                                            Check out episode 44 of The Independent Mom podcast out now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify


                                            Connect With Jess Galica

                                            Website: www.reclaimyourcareer.co

                                            Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reclaimyourcareer

                                            LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessgalica/


                                            Podcast Links 

                                            Connect with Arielle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielledeane/

                                            Instagram: @theindependentmom⁠⁠

                                            Website: www.arielledeane.com

                                            Listen in each week and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW, and SHARE the podcast

                                            40 min
                                          • 43. How To Transform Your Financial Life In Just 4 Years With These 5 Key Questions

                                            Learn how to transform your financial life in just 4 years with these 5 key questions!

                                            In this episode, I dive deep into 5 key questions to transform your financial journey. If you're ready to take control of your finances and learn how to make your money work for you, this episode is a must-listen! Share with friends who are on their financial journey too. Let's support each other in building wealth and creating opportunities!


                                            Get On the Retreat Waitlist

                                            If you’re ready to fall back and prioritize yourself this fall Get on the waitlist for my upcoming retreat and start planning for your own freedom journey!

                                            Retreat Waitlist: www.arielledeane.com/retreat


                                            Podcast Links 

                                            Connect with Arielle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielledeane/

                                            Instagram: @theindependentmom⁠⁠

                                            Website: www.arielledeane.com

                                            Listen in each week and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW, and SHARE the podcast


                                            43 min
                                          • 42. The Power Of Taking A Break Just For You

                                            Feeling drained and in need of a break after Spring break? Me too. In today’s episode we dive deep into the importance of taking a break as a mom.

                                            In this episode, I share:

                                            • My own experiences of taking retreats and vacations that were solely focused on self-care and rejuvenation. 
                                              • How these breaks have not only helped me recharge but also gain clarity on what was and wasn't working in my life. 
                                                • Why taking a break for yourself is so important and transformative.
                                                • And so much more...


                                                  Get On the Retreat Waitlist

                                                  If you’re ready to stop leaning in, and instead fall back and prioritize yourself this fall get on the waitlist for my upcoming retreat and start planning for your own self-care journey!

                                                  Retreat Waitlist: www.arielledeane.com/retreat


                                                  Podcast Links 

                                                  Connect with Arielle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielledeane/

                                                  Instagram: @theindependentmom⁠⁠

                                                  Website: www.arielledeane.com

                                                  Listen in each week and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW, and SHARE the podcast


                                                  22 min
                                                • 41. How To Elevate Your Personal Style And Unleash Your Confidence With Sai Patil of Style Coach

                                                  Feeling stuck in a style rut?

                                                  In this episode I sit down with Sai Patil to discuss the innovative concept of Style Coach. Sai shares her personal journey that led her to create Style Coach, a service aimed at democratizing styling and making it accessible to everyone. 

                                                  If you're looking for inspiration, practical tips, and a fresh perspective on style, entrepreneurship, and motherhood, this episode is a must-listen!

                                                  In this episode we discuss:

                                                  • Misconceptions around personal style and the impact of clothing choices on confidence 
                                                  • The importance of caring less about the outcome, and doing less with intention
                                                  • Being the source of your own validation as you embark on your entrepreneurial, life and motherhood journeys.
                                                  • And so much more…

                                                    Check out episode 41 of The Independent Mom podcast out now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify


                                                    Connect With Sai & Style Coach

                                                    • StyleCoach Website: www.stylecoach.me
                                                      • TikTok: @luvmystylecoach 
                                                        • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saiudaypatil/

                                                        • Podcast Links 

                                                          • Connect with Arielle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielledeane/
                                                            • Instagram: @theindependentmom⁠⁠
                                                              • Website: www.arielledeane.com

                                                              • 49 min

                                                              About The Independent Mom

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                                                              What if we reframed the labels? What if, you’re not a single mom or a working mom, you’re an INDEPENDENT MOM!